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Show SUGGESTIONS GIVEN FOR ORGANIZATION OF A CO-OPERATIVE BULL ASSOCIATION , f v . y If the. Best Bulls Were Used in Ordinary Dairy Herds the Income From Dairy Products Could Be Vastly Increased. The first order of business Is the selection se-lection of a temporary chairman and secretary to hold office until n permanent perma-nent organization is effected. The chairman will preside and see that there is a full and free explanation and discussion of the ideas of each member, mem-ber, so that all will have a comprehensive compre-hensive idea of the ninis of the organization. organ-ization. This is fundamental in a cooperative co-operative organization. One thing should be discussed at a time, and after af-ter everyone has had an opportunity to express an opinion the chairman should call for a vote on that point. Those present should consider all questions ques-tions in a broad way and be prepared to abide by the will of the majority. An expeditious and well-conducted meeting creates solidarity. The temporary secretary, of course, will record the proceedings of the meeting, keep a record of the questions discussed and of the final decision as shown by the vote. This record will be turned over eventually to the permanent per-manent secretary. ;. A careful explanation of the bull association as-sociation plan should be given for the benefit of those who are not familiar with the subject. It Is a great advantage advan-tage to have a specialist from the state college of agriculture or from the United States department of agriculture agricul-ture to explain the plan and answer questions. As soon, as the plan is thoroughly understood the question of the breed to be used should be definitely settled. The tendency of many farmers to change from one breed to another from year to year must not be carried into the association. It takes careful study to make progress with a breed, and when a change Is made the study must be begun again for the new breed. Once selected, therefore, the breed is established permanently for the association. Before joining, each farmer farm-er should understand thoroughly' that when he joins the association the breed selected is not to be changed. It is a great advantage for a community commu-nity to acquire a reputation for a breed of cattle, and it pays an individual to make some sacrifices in order to use the breed selected by the association. Special advertising that is too costly for a small farmer to obtain alone Is possible through an association. The large number of animals In the association asso-ciation offers great opportunity locally local-ly for the selection of breeding stock. Hundreds of cows are bred along the same family lines in an association, and opportunities are offered for line breeding that are not available to individual in-dividual small breeders. The selection of the breed must be determined definitely def-initely before any further progress is made toward an organization. It is advisahle that prior to organizing organiz-ing the undertaking an attorney should he consulted in order that the organization organ-ization shall meet nil the requirements of the slate law. Farmers' Bulletin 993, copies of which may be obtained, so long as the supply lasts, by writing to the United F.iatos Department of Agriculture, Washington, D. C, contains con-tains a constitution and set of by-laws which will be found valuable as a guide for forming a full association. (Prepared by the United States Department Depart-ment of Agriculture.) Success in the operation of a co-operative bull association depends a great deal on the care that is used in its organization. To begin with, those interested should obtain as much information in-formation as possible regarding the plan of operation and should consult with the county agricultural agent. He may be able to give valuable Information Informa-tion from experience, or at least will know where such information can be obtained, and he can help greatly in starting the organization. If a county coun-ty agricultural agent is not available, write to the State Agricultural College Col-lege or to the Dairy Division of the United States Department of Agriculture Agricul-ture at Washington, D. C, either of which will be glad to give advice and assistance. It is advisable, if possible, to visit some near-by bull association In order to study the methods of oper-ting, oper-ting, for the more information that is available the better will be the prospects pros-pects for n well-organized and successful success-ful association. Write your secretary of state. Inclosing Inclos-ing a copy of Articles II and IV of the constitution suggested in this bulletin, to Indicate the type of incorporation desired, and ask for blanks and all necessary information for incorporating incorporat-ing a bull association under the laws f the state. Mention, especially, that fhe organization permits only one vote for each member. It is usually best to engage a local lawyer to assist in the Incorporation. Sign an Agreement. The territory should be mapped out Into provisional districts where blocks of the association may be formed, to serve as a guide in organizing. The final arrangement of blocks cannot he definitely settled, of course, until after the association is organized and is ready to purchase bulls. In order to bring the bull association plan before the farmers it is best at the outset to explain the subject and ask each to sign an agreement somewhat like the following: We, the undersigned farmers of and adjoining territory, realizing the need of more profitable dairy cows and the importance of purebred pure-bred dairy bulls of good breeding, hereby here-by agree to enter the number of cows set opposite our respective names, provided pro-vided that a satisfactory constitution and by-laws can be drawn up and adopted, that a block can be formed within reach of our farms, and that other matters are satisfactorily arranged. ar-ranged. Many people hesitate to sign any paper, pa-per, hut in this case there should be no hesitation, as the agreement is only the expression of a desire to form an association and receive its benefits. The list of signers is convenient in organizing or-ganizing an association and furnishes the names and addresses of those interested in-terested when calling a meeting. The preliminary discussion gives the prospective pro-spective member an opportunity to consider the plan before the first Important Im-portant meeting for organization Is held. If possible a sufficient number of bull association bulletins should he obtained, so that each prospective member may have a copy to study he-fore he-fore the time for organization. After the preliminary steps have been taken, the first meeting should be called. Those who have signed the agreement should have a personal notice no-tice of the meeting, and In addition the time and place should be generally advertised. ad-vertised. It is important to select a convenient time and place for the ! meeting in order to have the largest possible attendance. More business can be transacted in the forming of nn association In one hour at a wo!1-conducted wo!1-conducted meeting than in a month in traveling from farm to farm. The meeting should he called to order J promptly at the hour set. and each one ! present should remain until the necessary neces-sary work is completed, fur it is much ; bettor to prolong the meeting than to call another. In other word-;, have as few meetings for organization as possible. pos-sible. Suggested Order of Business for Organization Or-ganization Meeting. 1. Felertinn nf temporary otticers. 2. Explanations of ih: pian anl aims , o7 the Willi aspnrjntion. 3. f)mr,sin tlie br-'-erl of rnttlo. 4. Final decision to oriniz". E. Selection of ( nmmi t et h to report on e.. C'or.stif ntion arifl tiy-lnwa, b. Tnrrtia so of bi;lls. o. Arrangement of blocks. 6. Reports of committees. 7. Adoption of e onstit ut ion and by-laws. 8. Kieclion of directors Cperinanent officers). 9. Permanent arrangement of blocks. W. Selection of bulls. 11. Arrangement of finances. |