The Useful Starling.
A coastal farmer who has had regular visitations from the grass grub has tried out all kinds of formulae in order to eradicate the pest. He has also specially rolled pad* : docks so infected. So far he has met with absolutely no success. The gruhs attack the warmest of the pastures, those with a sunny aspect, and the renewing of the pastures had become a disheartening experience. He has come to the conclusion that the only effective remedy is the star- ; ling which does its work very thoroughly. Unf ortunately there are not : enough of the birds to cope with the ; pest and he suggests that starling ; clubs should be formed with a vieW ; to increasing their numbers. He is satisfied they are the best friends the Taranki farmer possesses to-day.
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Rotorua Morning Post, Volume 2, Issue 303, 17 August 1932, Page 4
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134The Useful Starling. Rotorua Morning Post, Volume 2, Issue 303, 17 August 1932, Page 4
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