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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1969-08-14, Page 12REDI-MIX CONCRETE (ALSO FORM WORK) McCann Consto Ltd. DASHWOO Phone 237-3381 or 237.3422 INTEREST FREE Any New Tractor or Used Tractor Worth Over $1,000 Is Interest Free Until March I, 1970 Farmall 706 Gas — Guaranteed Formal( Super C with Gultiiatoe International W6 Gas International 806 Diesel with Cab International 606 Dielet, excellent Massey Super 90 Diee.el with 4,furrOw plow 2 • Mart.ey 44 Gbs liav/..q 30 with Cultivator 7 Vow:7 65- Diesel Matic with dovriai Loader lilAcsiler 35 Di ..,esels Good Soloartm 01Ado' Equiptroot 111. T. MONTEITH EXETER 2354121 "Phe best in servire whee you heed if rho'!" Page 12 Times-Advocate, August 14, 1909 Wheat loss in millions in Southern Ontario Judge barley for local fair. Judging of the barley field crop competition sponsored by the Exeter Agricultural Society has been completed. Only two points separated the first three 'entries, Harry Dougall's crop was judged the best with 97 points, Right behind with 96 points was Murray Keys and Howard Johns was in third spot, another point back. Others in the competition were Maurice Love, Gerald Dearing, Edwin Miller, Lorne Passmore, Thomas G. Hein, Elmer Powe, Hem Farms and Jack Delbridge. Art Bolton of Seaforth was the judge and he said the crop appeared to be above average. One field on the farm of Bruce Shapton was not judged as it was deemed a 100% loss from the recent rain and hail storm. We Need . . FEED OATS FEED BARLEY WHEAT MIXED GRAIN CALL US NOW! HENSALL DISTRICT COOPERATIVE DIAL 262-2928 HENSALL Assessment of the depressing Ontario winter wheat crop situation, continues daily by those in the industry. Suffering the worst harvest and quality condition experienced in many years, producers of wheat over a wide area of southern Ontario have lost millions of dollars through downgrading of their product. Officials of the Ontario Wheat Producers' Marketing Board estimate that losses in Essex and Kent counties alone Will be well over two million dollars. Much of the wheat in the two counties has been hit severely with sprouting conditions where the kernels of grain start to germinate while still in the head. Early production estimates placed expected production from Essex at 2,059,000 bushels and Kent at 2,400,000 bushels. Lambton, at 1,800,000 bushels, has also been hit in some areas as has Elgin which produces about 750,000 bushels. Mr. Otis McGregor, assistant secretary-manager of the marketing board, said that while only 10 to 15 per cent of the crop has been harvested to date in the counties mentioned above, the damage has already been done and the loss will be great. Mr. McGregor explained that the downgrading loss from sprouting is 47 cents per bushel if the wheat grades No. 4 or 5 instead of No. 2 or better. "In addition, many producers have to absorb drying charges if the wheat is over 14'7 moisture and also are subject to marketing board deductions of 18 cents per bushel." He said the board is obligated to purchase Tow grade wheat and Fail Fertilization Pays OPENS FOOD CENTRE IN ENGLAND — R. Gordon Bennett, Assistant Deputy Minister, Ontario Department of Agriculture and Food, officially opened the new Ontario Food Centre at Ontario House, London, England, then invited Home Economist Margaret O'Sullivan to give a short cooking demonstration tosts and the press. The new Centre is part of a program promoting the use of U.K.U Ontario foods by consumers. Mr. Bennett was formerly an Agricultural Representative in Huron County, The last of small bridges replaced in Saintsbury area IF By MRS. HEBER DAVIS Workmen removed the old iron bridge on the Biddulph-Usborne Town line this past week. The bridge was known for many years by the name of the Drought Bridge because it was almost at the gateway of the residence of the late Richard Drought. This old bridge was built in 1913 and had the wooden floor replaced with cement many years later. After much blasting the old 0 abutments were removed and soon will be replaced by a new cement structure. The bridge spans the little Sauble River and at one time there were seven of these bridges in the distance of four miles. Now only one remains. All have been replaced by the modern cement type. PERSONALS Miss Heather Davis and Jim Hoffman were Sunday evening guests with Mr. & Mrs. Wayne Love, Varna. Centralia family home from northern journey Twilight meet to view area crops Area farmers had an opportunity to view new varieties of cereals and white beans last week when the Huron Soil and Crop Improvement Association sponsored a twilight meeting at the Farm of Jack Peck, RR 3 Kippen. On hand to comment on the projects were Dr. Stan Young, Extension Coordinator, OAC; Don Littlejohns, Agronomy Division, Ridgetown College of Agricultural Technology; Doug Jamieson, Agronomy Division, Centralia College of Agricultural Technology; and Don Pullen, Huron Agricultural Representative. The Kippen area farm is one of three locations where the Huron Soil and Crop Improvement Association conducts a variety of herbicide and fertilizer demonstrations. The white bean variety test was of particular interest at the meeting. Seventeen varieties of beans are being observed for growth characteristics, yield potential, resistance to diseases and bronzing. Don Littlejohns, test supervisor, noted that varieties seem to perform differently at various locations. Dr. Stan Young discussed the new and standard varieties of oats and barley grown in rod row test plots on the Peck farm. Some new varieties are performing well and may replace one or more of the recommended varieties in the next few years. 0 t her demonstrations included various rates of fertilizer and methods of chemical weed control on white beans and levels of • nitrogen fertilizer in barley, Over thirty farmers were in attendance for the evening. A Sunrise White Bean Program will be held at the Peck farm on August 28th commencing at 8;00 a.m. must therefore collect the 18 cent deduction on all wheat sold by producers to dealers or processors. The deduction is a 1 cent licence fee and 17 cent stabilization levy. The stabilization levy is subject to rebate to producers, Mr. McGregor said the board has already had to purchase over 400,000 bushels of the low grade wheat and has set up a system to sell into the feed market. The stabilization levy pays for the costs of purchase and sale of the wheat. The board official advised that producers should obtain a grade from the Board of Grain Commissioners, Chatham, on their wheat prior to delivery or sale so they know what to expect. Also, if their wheat is in storable condition, it may be advisable to keep it off the market for a while until the overall situation becomes more normal. Mr. McGregor said there is also concern in many areas regarding wheat which has been grown for seed, indicating those producers who may have wheat not affected by sprouting should watch supply developments closely. Generally, the situation is bleak for many producers. Those who have insured their crop find that the sprouting loss is not covered. Another factor which seriously affects some over a wide area of the province has been fusarium blight which results in shrunken kernels and resultant lower test weight per bushel and downgrading. Also, many areas have been affected by root and stem rot which can reduce yields substantially. All of these factors including heavy lodging in many fields have been the result of heavy rains, up to seven inches in a week in some districts, high humidity and earlier in the growing season, cool temperatures. Reports of the deteriorating condition are being received at the marketing board daily as wheat maturity moves eastward. It has already been reported that sprouting has started as far east as Peterboro. Mr. McGregor said conditions are not improving as bad weather continues to plague harvest operations and while many of the problems may not directly concern the marketing board, directors and staff are keeping a very close watch on developments. pciTZ • AUTOMATED FEEDING SYSTEMS Use BULK SPREADING SERVICE for convenience Why is a Fall application of fertilizer so profitable? TOP DRESSING HAY AND PASTURE insures winter hardi- ness and hence winter survival of the alfalfa and clover. The increased soil fertility level also means extra spring and summer growth—higher yields/more feed per acre/more milk per cow/ more gain on beef. FALL PLOW-DOWN, another important requirement for next year's cash crops. Plow-down prevents seed burning when a larger amount of fertilizer than is safe to apply near the seed, is to be used. The fertilizer is better mixed in soil and where straw or corn stocks are turned under, results in a faster decomposition. REMEMBER! CO.OP Bulk Spreading is fast, labour saving and economical. You get CO-OP Fertilizer spread for you at approxi- mately the bag price. Another of the many farmer-owned Co-op services. The complete CO-OP Fall Fertilizer Program also includes free Soil Sampling and the availability of a full line of fertilizers for fall sown grains. Exeter District Co-Operative -411 235-2081 ihmii=3:03CO•OP With continued fine weather the winter wheat harvest should be completed this week. Spring grain yields are average with good quality reported. High quality second cut hay is being harvested on some farms. Pastures are beginning their normal seasonal decline in productivity. ATTENTION FARMERS WANTED • GENESSEE • TALBOT • YORK STAR WHEAT FOR SEED Miss Carol Ann Abbott, Whalen, is spending a few days with her cousins, Ian and Brenda Carroll, children of Mr. & Mrs. Ron Carroll. The ladies of St. Patrick's Church A.C.W. are busy quilting. Mr. & Mrs. Fred Guilfoyle, Dublin and Norman Guilfoyle, Montreal, were Sunday evening guests with Mr. & Mrs. Earl Greenlee. Jeffrey Young, Lucan and Michael Muller, London, spent last week with their cousin Gary Barker. Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Godbolt and John gave their cottage at Pt. Elgin for a reunion of the descendents of the late Mr. & Mrs. R, Hodgins of this community, Sixty-five cousins and one uncle, Clarence Fletcher, Woodham, sat down to dinner on the lawn. The afternoon was spent swimming for the youngsters, horseshoes for the men and renewing acquaintance for all. Larry Greenlee accompanied by Miss Mary Van Geel, Lucan, and Mr. & Mrs. Raymond Greenlee, Exeter, attended the Guilfoyle reunion held at Mitchell Park, Sunday. Mr. & Mrs. Hugh Davis, Heather and Michael, spent the weekend with Mr. & Mrs. Maurice MacDonald, Grand Bend. Mr. & Mrs. Fred Dobbs and children spent the weekend with H. S. McLean, Teeswater. Mrs. Dobbs and children spent the week with Mrs. Edna Mogk and children at Sauble Beach. Mr. & Mrs. Charles Tindall, Grand Bend, visited Mr. & Mrs. Bob Tindall and children, Saturday evening. Misses Nancy Tindall and Marylene Clark spent last week at the home of Marlene's parents, Mr. & Mrs. Howard Clarke, Shipka and Vicky Clarke visited Marylou Tindall at the home of Mr. & Mrs. Bob Tindall, Mr. & Mrs. Heber Davis and 'Jeffrey Young spent Saturday at Brampton. Mrs. Cliff Abbott of Lucan. Mr. & Mrs. Fred Bowden visited over the weekend with Mrs. Barry Reid and family in London. The services in the United Church will be withdrawn for the next two Sundays while Rev. Wilson is on vacation. Mr. & Mrs. Lloyd Maguire of Scotland spent a couple of days last week with her father, Murray Abbott. Mr. & Mrs. Ted Holden of Toronto were Sunday guests with Mrs. Arthur McFalls. Mr. & Mrs. Ken Greb, Mr. & Mrs. Robt. Blair, Bonnie, Robin and Faye spent Sunday at Niagara Falls. George Baynham has been a patient in Victoria Hospital for the past couple of weeks. BROTHER PASSES Alexander Rankin Cannon passed away in London July 31 in his 78th year. The deceased, formerly of Morris Township was a son of the late Alexander Connon and Mary Anne Nichol. Surviving are one brother, Win. Connon, St. Thomas; and two sisters, Mrs. Albert (Janet) Baker, Seaforth and Mrs. Michael (Elsie) Kelly of Centralia. • By MRS. FRED BOWDEN Mr. & Mrs. Lawrence Hirtzel returned home last week following a tour of Northern Ontario. They visited with Mr. & Mrs. Lloyd Fahner in Sudbury and with Mr. & Mrs. Don Stephens in North Bay. Mr. & Mrs. Ray Lammie were recent visitors with relatives and friends in Melton and Toronto. Mr. & Mrs, Elmore Dunn, Cathy and Ron of Toronto were holidaying for a few days last week with the former's parents, Mr. & Mrs. George Dunn. Mr. & Mrs. David Paisley and Chris of Clarkson visited Thursday of last week with Mr. & Mrs. Ray Lammie and called on other relatives in the community. Captains Ralph and Alice Joyce and children of Albany, New York were guests for a week with Mr. & Mrs. Ken Greb. Mr. & Mrs. V. Randal of St. Catharines were visitors for a couple of days last week with her brother and sister-in-law, Mr. & Mrs. Wm, Haddock. Mr. & Mrs. Larry Woodhouse, Dana Marie and baby Michael of Port Huron were weekend guests with Mrs. Woodhouse' parents, Mr. & Mrs. Cooper McCurdy, Sunday visitors were Mr. & Mrs. R. H. Woodhouse, Frank Woodhouse and friend of London. Callers at the hoifie of Mrs. Clara Abbott on Thursday of last week were Mr. & Mrs. Lloyd Maguire of Scotland and Mr. & 4-H members to judge at Fair Members of Middlesex 4-H clubs will have plenty of opportunity in the next couple of weeks to display their skill in judging. At the annual Middlesex Rural Youth Day to be held at Strathroy on August 29 all young men and women between the ages of 12 and 29 will be able to judge dairy cattle, beef cattle, swine, lamb carcasses, two classes of livestock feeds and an identification contest of weeds, forage plants and machinery parts. There will be classes for novice, junior, intermediate and senior. The competition is being held in conjunction with the Strathroy fall fair and will include a chicken barbecue that will be free all contestants. Entry forms are now also out for the 1969 Western Fair judging competition. The Patz Straight Line Cattle Feeder provides high operating efficiency with low installation and maintenance costs. It is designed to distribute all types of feed with ease. GERALD SHANTZ Sales & Service Zurich ii Lots of beef at Poplar Hill HIGHEST PRICES PAID 5 UNLOADING PITS GUARANTEE FAST SERVICE Amonmennimminmemor Nearly two tons of beef have been ordered for the Annual Middlesex Beef Barbecue at Poplar Hill Park. Directors of the Middlesex Beef Improvement Association have scheduled the Annual Beef Barbecue for Thursday, August 21, 1969. 3700 pounds of meat sufficient for over four thousand healthy appetites will be placed in the ovens the previous night and cooked to perfection over charcoal by Thursday at 5:00, The big meal is followed with variety entertainment and a noted Guest Speaker. This year's speaker is Mr. A.J.E, Child, President, Burns Foods Ltd., Calgary. Mr. Child noted for being a plain speaker can relate another side of complex system of pricing food from the producer to the consumer. Mr. Child can be admired for another achievement hi taking the Burns Company from a position with a net loss and making the company quite profitable in just a few years and is how a director Of nine different companies, Tickets for the Barbecue can be purchased from any director of the Beef Improvement Association, from the Middlesex Federation of Agriculture Office, 505 Ta lbot St,; 433-21.51 or the Ontario Department of Agriculture and Food office, 100 County Building, King and Itidout Sts., London; 484-160. tt WE ARE IN THE MARKET FOR: FEED & SEED • WHEAT • OATS • BARLEY For Fast Service and Quality Grain Contact W. G. Thompson And Sons Limited LAST, BUT PAR PROM LEAST A group of ladies were the last to arrive at the halfway mark at the liensall railroad tracks during Saturday's Kinsmen walk for the benefit of the Exeter and district flood disaster find, Above, June Anderson is pouring a refreshment for Lillian Tenant while Donna Dauber looks on, T-A photo. HENSALL 262-2627 4