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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2008-03-06, Page 14Total receipts for Brussels Livestock for the week ending Feb. 29 were 2,198 head of cattle, 471 lambs and goats. .On Tuesday fed steers and heifers sold on a strong active trade. Choice steers and heifers sold $84 to $88 with sales to $90.25. Second cut sold $80 to $84. Cows sold on a steady trade. On Thursday veal sold steady. Lambs, sheep and goats sold on a strong trade. On Friday heifer calves sold on a strong active trade while the steers sold steady and yearlings sold steady. There were 336 steers on offer. Lloyd Frey of Harriston, consigned nineteen steers averaging 1,488 lbs. selling for an average of $83.24 with one gold steer weighing 1,440 lbs. selling to Dominion Meat Packers for $90. Art Bos of Blyth, consigned three steers averaging 1,580 lbs. selling for an average of $85.87 with one gold steer weighing 1,450 lbs. selling to Dominion Meat Packers for $89. Aaron F. Martin of Newton, consigned eighteen steers averaging 1,473 lbs. selling for an average of $85.10 with four limousin steers averaging 1,395 lbs. selling to Dominion Meat Packers for $87.75. Geisel Cattle Co. of Elmira, consigned forty-eight steers averaging 1,669 lbs. selling for an average of $84.03 with two limousin steers averaging 1,565 lbs. selling to St. Helen’s Meat Packers for $87. Mrs. Minerva Martin of Mount Forest, consigned nineteen steers averaging 1,512 lbs. selling for an average of $85.15 with ten mix steers averaging 1,497 lbs. selling to Holly Park Meat Packers for $86.85. James Gingerich of Alma, consigned twelve steers averaging 1,373 lbs. selling for an average of $84.82 with one charolais steer weighing 1,320 lbs. selling to St. Helen’s Meat Packers for $86.50. gilbert Janssen of Hanover, consigned six steers averaging 1,320 lbs. selling for an average of $84.57 with two limousin steers averaging 1,260 lbs. selling for $86. Stan Francis of Woodham, consigned fourteen steers averaging 1,425 lbs. selling for an average of $83.80 with nine cross-bred steers averaging 1,445 lbs. selling for $85.60. Bruce Robinson of Freelton, consigned seven steers averaging 1,472 lbs. selling for an average of $83.86 with three red steers averaging 1,420 lbs. selling for $85.50. Bob Wilson of Hillsburgh, consigned eight steers averaging 1,300 lbs. selling for an average of $84.85 with three mix steers averaging 1,443 lbs. selling for $85.35. There were 346 heifers on offer. Hugh Love of Atwood, consigned fourteen heifers averaging 1,328 lbs. selling for an average of $85.55 with one black heifer weighing 1,365 lbs. selling to Dominion Meat Packers for $90.25. M-R Farms of Exeter, consigned twenty-nine heifers averaging 1,320 lbs. selling for an average of $84.97 with two red heifers averaging 1,373 lbs. selling to Norwich Packers for $89. David Bowles of Brussels, consigned four heifers averaging 1,320 lbs. selling for an average of $85.16 with one limousin heifer weighing 1,215 lbs. selling to Dominion Meat Packers for $88. Grant Lehbrass of Alvinston, consigned forty-two heifers averaging 1,428 lbs. selling for an average of $84.50 with one charolais heifers weighing 1,245 lbs. selling for $87.25. Jim Dixon of Lucan, consigned twenty-three heifers averaging 1,446 lbs. selling for an average of $84.96 with two gold heifers averaging 1,388 lbs. selling for $86.75. Connie Boyd of Monkton, consigned six heifers averaging 1,386 lbs. selling for an average of $84.98 with one black heifer weighing 1,505 lbs. selling for $86.50. Arthur and George Hinz of Monkton, consigned five heifers averaging 1,306 lbs. selling for an average of $84.04 with one charolais heifer weighing 1,305 lbs. selling to Dominion Meat Packers for $86.25. Andy VanderVeen of Blyth, consigned seven heifers averaging 1,419 lbs. selling for an average of $85.79 with three mix heifers averaging 1,348 lbs. selling to Dominion Meat Packers for $86. Ron Smith of Denfield, consigned eleven heifers averaging 1,357 lbs. selling for an average of $84.64 with two charolais heifers averaging 1,283 lbs. selling to Dominion Meat Packers for $86. Allan Thornton of Gorrie, consigned one limousin heifer weighing 1,335 lbs. selling for $85.50. There were 202 cows on offer. Beef cows sold $37 to $44 with sales to $56; D1 and D2, $35 to $38; D3, $33 to $36; D4, $29 to $33. Eian Farrell of Kincardine, consigned two cows averaging 1,385 lbs. selling for an average of $47.43 with one holstein cow weighing 1,520 lbs. selling for $56. Hank W. Huigenbos of Wingham, consigned one limousin cow weighing 1,780 lbs. selling for $53. Terpstra Farms Ltd. of Brussels, consigned three cows averaging 1,292 lbs. selling for an average of $45.89 with one holstein cow weighing 1,200 lbs. selling for $52. There were 22 bulls on offer selling $33 to $64.50. Matt Haney consigned one charolais bull weighing 2,260 lbs. selling for $64.50. Ron McMichael of Wroxeter, consigned five holstein bulls averaging 1,292 lbs. selling for $60. There were 200 head of veal on offer. Beef sold $90 to $120 with sales to $146; good holstein, $70 to $80 with sales to $81.50; medium holstein, $50 to $67; plain holstein, $50 to $67; good heavy holstein, $70 to $75 with sales to $78. Henry W. Martin of Teeswater, consigned three veal averaging 763 lbs. selling for an average of $133.80 with two charolais steers averaging 758 lbs. selling for $147. Brian Wideman of Gowanstown, consigned seven veal averaging 682 lbs. selling for an average of $106.09 with two blonde heifers averaging 750 lbs. selling for $127.50. Jeremy Wideman of Gowanstown, consigned one blonde heifer weighing 735 lbs. selling for $123. Lambs under 50 lbs. sold $157 to $250; 50 - 64 lbs., $231 to $255; 65 - 79 lbs., $205 to $232; 80 - 94 lbs., $177 to $210; 95 - 110 lbs., $152 to $177. Sheep sold $33 to $86 with sales to $99. Goats: kids sold $115 to $150; nannies, $75 to $100 with sales to $111; billies, $150 to $250. Top quality stocker steers under 400 lbs. sold $80 to $137; 400 - 499 lbs., $103 to $126; 500 - 599 lbs., $98.25 to $116; 600 - 699 lbs., $89.75 to $103; 700 - 799 lbs., $86.50 to $99.50; 800 - 899 lbs., $87.50 to $94.50; 900 - 999 lbs., $85 to $88.75; 1,000 lbs. and over, $82 to $92.25. Top quality stocker heifers, 300 - 399 lbs., sold $70 to $110; 400 - 499 lbs., $85 to $102; 500 - 599 lbs., $86 to $101.75; 600 - 699 lbs., $82 to $97; 700 - 799 lbs., $81.50 to $88; 800 - 899 lbs., $81.50 to $91.50; 900 lbs. and over, $82 to $87.50. AgricultureBrussels Livestock report2,198 head of cattle on offer at salesPAGE 14. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, MARCH 6, 2008. Six enthusiastic 4-H members were successful in becoming 4-H Ontario’s 2008 Ambassadors at the 4-H Ontario Conference and annual meeting on Feb. 23. This year marks the fourth year of the program. The successful candidates will spend the next year promoting 4-H across the province, instilling enthusiasm amongst those already involved with the program and encouraging new members and volunteers to take part. Lesleigh Elgie, of Brantford, has been a very active member of livestock and life style projects and will complete her 100th 4-H project during 2008. Beyond the club level, she has participated in many provincial and national 4-H opportunities both as a member and youth volunteer. When she’s not busy with 4-H, Elgie is an honour student, avid curler, and singer in her high school’s vocal ensemble. Jaclyn Hutton, of Monkton, has completed 30 4-H projects during her first seven years as a 4-H member. She has participated in several local and provincial opportunities and has had the fortune to be involved nationally through the Scotiabank 4-H Junior Beef Heifer Show and a Youth Exchanges Canada trip to Alberta. She is also actively involved in athletics, the Ontario Junior Limousin Association, her local church and Ontario Students Against Impaired Driving. Kelsey Miller, of Milford, has completed 28 4-H projects to date, including both agricultural projects and a wide variety of lifestyle projects such as chocolate, sewing, drama, woodworking and clowns. In addition to attending a host of 4-H camps, conferences, and exchanges, Miller plays hockey and soccer. When asked how he would be an asset to the Ambassador team, he said he “cares about the continuation of the 4-H program”. Stephanie Neubrand, of Monkton, completed 33 4-H projects during her first seven years as a member. Her 4-H ‘resume’ includes several local agricultural and Go for the Gold Competitions and many provincial conferences. Beyond the 4-H program, Neubrand is involved with Ontario Students Against Impaired Driving, Communities in Bloom, Vacation Bible School, the Milverton Fair, sports, and her high school Athletic and Spirit Society. Julia Smith, of Ancaster, has completed 53 4-H projects to date. While she has attended many 4-H opportunities as a participant, Smith has also facilitated at several provincial 4-H activities such as Careermania and Youth Adventure Camp. During the summer and fall, Smith stays active volunteering at five fairs including Ancaster, Binbrook, Rockton, Paris, and The Royal. No stranger to leadership roles, she is the president of Wentworth Junior Farmers. Justin Williams, of Picton, has completed 42 4-H projects and several national and provincial activities thus far during his tenure with the program. His greatest skill, the “ability to draw others in and get them involved fully” will be a tremendous asset to the Ambassador team. When he’s not promoting 4-H, Justin assists with local church fundraisers and is the local Relay for Life 4-H team captain, making tireless efforts to raise money for the Canadian Cancer Society. For more information on the 4-H Ontario Ambassador Program or to book an Ambassador for your event, contact Melanie Hunter at region3@4-hontario.ca Head. Heart. Hands. Health. Help Wanted. Right now, 4-H needs volunteers to work with youth in your area. We also need you to encourage neighbours and co-workers to do the same. Join for the projects, for the competitions, for everything that helped you get where you are today. 4-H-Canada.ca/join_again TUESDAYS 9:00 a.m. Fed Cattle, Bulls & Cows THURSDAYS 8:00 a.m.Drop Calves 10:00 a.m.Veal 11:30 a.m.Pigs, Lambs, Goats & Sheep FRIDAYS 10:00 a.m. Stockers Call us 519-887-6461 Visit our webpage at: www.brusselslivestock.ca email us at: info@brusselslivestock.ca BRUSSELS LIVESTOCK Division of Gamble & Rogers Ltd. 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