Jones, Nolan R 1974-05-30

Hereford dairyman Nolan Jones discusses his career and operation.

General Interview Information

Interviewee Name: Nolan R. Jones

Additional Parties Recorded: None

Date: May 30, 1974

Location: Hereford, Texas

Interviewer: Jeff Townsend

Length: 35 minutes

Abstract

Tape 1, Side 1: Early recollections, Moved to Hereford to begin dairy operation (1958), Previous dairy experience noted, Reasons for moving to Hereford, 100 per cent participation in dairy cooperative claimed, Dry lot operation explained, Dairy schedule given, High cost of ration examined, Veterinarian, drug costs noted, Influence of weather claimed, Speculation on causes for decline in dairies since 1958, Market system explored, Milking procedure discussed, Attitude toward expansion given, Conflict of interest with feedlots cited, Reasons for decline in dairies (again), Advocacy of registered herd cited.

Tape 1, Side 2: Production statistics given Computerized records discussed.

Range Dates: 1958-1974

Bulk Dates: 1958-1974

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