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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1976-02-05, Page 15JIM GLOVER looks down the board to set up his next shot as he competes in the shuffleboard tournament held at the Legion as part of Sports night on Saturday night. photo. by Y. Romaniuk Leaders Association elect new executive *1•0.11.1•01.1..011110411. NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THIS 101st ANNUAL MEETING of the HAY TOWNSHIP FARMERS1 MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY will be held in the TOWNSHIP HALL, ZURICH on SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 1976 AT 2:00 P.M. for the presentation of the Annual Report, to elett three directors to replace those whose terms expire, and to transact all business as may be done at a general meeting of the policyholders. The directors whoSe term of office expire are Cecil Desjardine of Grand Bend, Arnold McCann of Dashwood and Theo Steinbach of Zurich. Mr. Desjardine and Mr. McCann are eligible for re-election. to by-law 21, Qualification of Directors, (B) Theo Steinbach 18 not eligible for re-election. Cecil basjardine John A. Consitt President Secretary Manager Please Note: By-law 21 Qualifications of directors d) Any person wishing to seek election or re-election as a Director must file his intention to stand for election in writing with the Secretary of the Corporation at least ten days in advance of an Arinual Meeting or Special General Meeting called for the purpose of electing Directors, 4 le' TAKE NOTICE THAT THE Annual Meeting of the producer members of the Huron County Pork Producers Association will be convened at the hour of 1 p.m. February 18, 1976 at the Legion Holt, Clinton far the purpose of the proper business of the annual meeting, the election of officers and the election of substitute delegates, Eric Moore, President a 4 1 0101 Lloyd Stewart, Secretory LES GIBSON, Oddfellows treasurer is dwarfed by this giant icicle hanging from the roof at the rear of the club's hall on Main Street. The weight of solid mass is estimated at several hundred pounds. 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If they go back to their county and district branches of OSCIA\ making available the information provid- ed at the meeting the "ripple" effects will go far beyond the dis- cussions and papers presented. Byron Beeler, former Secretary-Treasurer of the OSCIA and now General Manager of Stewart's Seeds, Ailsa Craig, spoke on "New Frontiers in Ontario's Crops". The delegates were advised there would not likely be any im- portant breakthrough in corn production, other than continued research in earlier maturing varieties to permit corn to be grown in areas of less than desirable annual heat units. He referred to the interest being shown in higher protein content in corn through the introduction of exotic genes in corn plant breeding. Research has in- dicated reduced yields where these varieties have been grown, While new varieties of cereal grains have been developed to in- crease yields — i.e. soybean yields increased on the average of 1% per year over the last 20 years, Frederick winter wheat, Huron barley, Triticale, new high-protein oat varieties, etc., it would appear we may have Short courses for farmers Several courses of interest to area farmers will be offered this month at Centralia College of Agricultural Technology. A course on new ideas is soil tillage started yesterday, Feb. 4 and concludes today. • Farm business arrangements and esta te planning is the topic of a short course at,the college Feb. 11 and 12. Another course on farm financial statements will be held Feb. 18. Farm bookkeeping practices is the topic of the short course on Feb, 25. Farm machinery manufac- turers realize the importance of their equipment and the reasons for purchase. In most cases, they provide warranties to protect their reputation among their clientele, and to keep producers working and satisfied with their farm machinery. Having equipment repaired under warranty has never been a problem, says the secretary- manager of the Farm Machinery Board. "I know of no cases where a manufacturer has refused to honor repairs under a warranty," says J. Kessler, "Virtually all farm equipment is covered by warranties, usually of 12 months duration." He points out that, at times, there is some confusion about warranty coverage. On most equipment, such guarantees cover only manufacturing work- manship and defective materials and parts, but not crop losses, inconvenience or rental as the result of a breakdown, nor any transportation costs involved. Warranties also outline those items not covered by the equip- ment manufacturer itself. Tires are an example of this; sudh reached a plateau in plant breeding. One suggestion mentioned by Mr, Beeler was the use of chemo-therapy — chemical treatment of the growing crop. Evidence of vastly increased yields per acre achieved in one European country, and now be- ing tried in Ontario, holds more promise than anything heard of previously, Tile drainage still appears to 'be the most important method of increasing yields — get the crop planted earlier in the spring to take advantage of earlier growth and more heat units. But what does a farmer do about tile drainage when there are few, if any, outlet ditches. There are some farmers who feel trapped in situations where their neighbours and/or en- vironmentalists won't par- ticipate in petitioning the local municipal council for a municipal drain? In such a case why not try Birdsfoot Trefoil. Many farmers have turned to this highly productive legume for pasture and hay. It doesn't cause bloat in cattle or sheep and, given reasonable care in grazirk, is self perpetuating. As Wendell Snow, Principal of Ridgetown Agricultural College, so clearly pointed out, forage crops offer the best opportunity for increased productivity. He advised us that of the over 9 million acres in Southern Ontario used for crop production, 90% is ' used for livestock and poultry feed production. With average hay yields of 2-3 tons per acre and the potential to produce average yields of 5 tons per acre, are we paying enough attention to producing forages containing at least some of the proteins we are buying? — Especially when one-half Ontario's crop produc- tion is forages. When one considers Ontario's population is increasing at the rate of Pk% annually and that our agricultural productivity is increasing at 1% or less annual- ly, . and considering the fragile balance of world feed grain supplies, it's about time Ontario farmers were making better use of available land for forage production if Ontario's objective is to be self sufficient in milk and meat production.„)*F4 tleae figures Mr. Snow calculated On- tario will need a 20% increase in meat and milk production in the next ten years. One is prompted to ask why haven't Ontario farmers given more attention to improving hay and pasture yields? Is it because it is less impressive to boast to one's neighbours that 4 or 5 tons parts are generally covered by their manufacturers. Because of their complicated design, tractors and combines generally top the list of claims under warranties, says Mr. Kessler. Tractor claims, also generally outnumber those of combines four to one, since there are manymore tractors sold plan combines. When an equipment manufacturer offers a warranty, he is under an obligation to supply parts and pay labor for the work involved, according to the warranty agreement. The replaced parts are warranted for 90 days, or the balance of the machine's warranty, whichever comes first. "Whatever additional coverage might be provided by an equipment dealer does not obligate the manufacturer," the board secretary points out. "If a dealer offers further coverage, make sure it's in writing. This is particularly true with used equipment. Usually dealers give buyers a 30-day warranty on used machinery, with no obligation to the manufacturer, provided the equipment is out of its original warranty." While warranties have been designed to protect the buyer, they also serve a useful purpose for the manufacturer, Claims on their products provide valuable feedback in actual field use to supplement their own testing. The claims point out the strong points Or Weaknessea of a piece of equipment, or any unexpected weaknesses that develop. Centralia Farmers Supply Ltd. Gittin 41 Feed • Cement Builtling Supplies Coal 228.6618 of hay, or 10 tons of haylage were taken off a field rather than 129 bushels of corn? In other words hay and pasture crops are not es- pecially "glamour" crops. Passersby can't see the lushness of hay and pasture crops as they can corn or wheat or barley. But those who look after their pastures witbchemical fertilizer when necessary, as indicated by soil testing, barnyard manure, chain harrowing, clipping and weed control are finding well managed pastures among the least expensive ways of produc- ing meat and milk, There is no way the ultimate in crop production can be achieved immediately. But as Dr. Findlay Stewart pointed out in an ex- cellent address to the annual banquet, the important thing is to head in the right direction and then step-by-step strive to reach that objective, Success in farming, like almost any other vocation or profession, takes time — lear- ning as much about, it as possi- ble, and then wisely using every available bit of information provided by research or ex- perience. No one knows what the future holds, but with current un- predictable events having such a bearing on the economic struc- ture of our country, and with in- flation affecting every aspect of our economy, it might be a good ime to give serious consideration to the probable rather than the possible in crop production plan- ning. One thing is certain food is going to be required in ever in- creasing quantities as time goes on. If it can be produced on less acreage through better manage- ment, applying known technology and the results of continping research, Ontario consumers can look forward to abundant food supplies produced on less acres of land, thereby requiring less capital invest- ment. Farmers can learn much from the old adage — get better before getting bigger! VIIII/CAOS:le/fro and ON THE FARM! By MRS. MOH MORENZ Mr, & Mrs. Lorne Devine returned Friday evening from a two week.holiday in Florida and reported attending Disneyworld and the Dog Races. Edwin Snyder and other young people from grace Bible Chapel of Parkhill spent , the weekend camping out at Conestoga. Saturday evening guests with Mr. & Mrs. Ed Turnbull were Mr, & Mrs. Oscar Miller, Mrs, Raymond Reding, Mr, & Mrs. Lorne Devine and Mr. & Mrs. Hugh Morenz. The group honored Mr. & Mrs. Devine on the oc- casion of their 28th wedding anniversary. Rev. & Mrs. John Campbell, Laura Lee and Douglas of Grand Bend were Sunday dinner guests with Mr, & Mrs. Ferman Snyder. Due to the storm they were unable to get home again until Monday. Mr. & Mrs. Julius Nicklom, Lynda and Bill Morenz and baby Persephone, all of London, visited Sunday with Mr. & Mrs, Hugh Morenz who were celebrating their 35th wedding anniversary. The London visitors were unable to get home in the storm, until Tuesday. The 6 week old baby needed more formula and thanks to the Transportation & Communication service of Grand Bend, they made a trip to the drug store in Exeter Monday morning, and two local Grand Bend young men brought the needed formula down the loth to the Morenz home by snowmobile, Mrs. Jack Pickering is a patient in St. Joseph's hospital, London this week, WE OFFER A REGISTERED RETIREMENT SAVINGS PLAN WITH THE FOLLOWING FEATURES: —All contributions invested receive a guaranteed rate of interest for period selected and pre, therefore, not subject to fluctuations. —All amounts up to $20,000 are insured under Canada Deposit Insurance. —A high guaranteed rate of interest. —No inception, administra- tion or redemption fees whatsoever! *CURRENT RATE 10% Subject to Change Without Notice alt*Iv Gaiser-Kneale Insurance Agency Inc. The Huron County 4-H Club Leaders Association held its Annual meeting on Wednesday, January 28 at the IOOF Hall in Clinton. The election of officers for 1976 executive resulted in the following: Past president, Fred Uhler, RR 3, Walton; president, Jean Dinsmore, Fordwich; 1st vice- president, Bob Hern, RR 1, Woodham; 2nd vice-president, Albert Van Dyken, RR 1, Exeter; secretary-treasurer, Maurice Hallahan, RR 1, Belgrave. Directors Beef - Beth Cooper, RR 3, Kippen; Dairy - Doug Trewartha, RR 4, Clinton; Field Crops - Robert Simpson, RR 3, Lucan; Sheep - Don Remick, 333 Eldon Street, Goderich; Swine - Don Dodds, RR 1, Seaforth; Horse - Anne Powell, RR 2, Seaforth; Rabbit - Ray Hanna, RR 2, Auburn; Snowmobile - Allan Haugh, RR 1; Brucefietd; Tractor - Sam Bradshaw, Clin- ton; Plowmen - Bill Leerning, RR 4, Walton & John Clark, RR 5, Goderich, The following statistics were presented to the organziation on the 1975 4-H Club Program: 379 members took 477 projects for- ming 29 clubs in Huron County. The average age of the club members was 14.4 years which is slightly lower than the previous year. In 1975, 93 percent of the club members completed their projects which is the highest percentage completion ever achieved by 4-H members in the County. After a brief discussion, it was decided to continue with the Pre 4-H Program in Huron County. This program which has been a pilot project of the Association since 1971, allows 11 year old club members in to the 4-H activities. As most of the county and provincial programs are geared for the senior 4-11 members and the very young members, it was decided that a county program for 13-14 year olds should be developed. After many ideas were discussed it was decided to leave the final choice to the Club Leaders Executive. Leaders felt a need for a Workshop in com- munications, parliamentary procedures and teaching aids for all leaders in the County. This Workshop will be held in early spring after most 4-H clubs are organized. After much discussion, it was passed by the membership that the 4-H club member be allowed to take a maximum of six projects each year (3 in the summer, 3 in the winter). 4-H Exchanges will again be offered to 4-H club members in 1976. Nova Scotia, Pennsylvania and Ohio have been contacted and we will be waiting their replies before final decisions have been reached. It was also decided to establish Showmanship Clinics for 4-H livestock club members who require coaching in preparing their animals for an Achievement Day. These clinics will be offered during the middle part of the summer. The following dates and times were decided upon for the 1976 club year: Organizational Meetings during the Easter break. Judging Competition - June 12th or 19th. Demonstrations & Exam Night - last part of August. Awards Night - November 6th or 13th, Dates scheduled for convention The Ontario Plowmen's Association convention will be held at the Royal York Hotel in Toronto on February 16 and 17. A report from Don Pullen, secretary of the local committee said a bus will be leaving from Habkirk's depot in Seaforth at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17. He added that anyone with an interest in travelling to Toronto to support the Huron County delegation in their presentation should contact the Huron Plowmen's Association director by February 10. Directors in this area are as follows: Ashfield - Ross Eedy; Colborne, Jamieson Ribey; Grey - Rev. Ken Innes; Goderich - Everett Mcllwain; Hay - Valie Becker; Howick - Ivan Haskins; Hullett - Bill Flynn; McKillop - Ross Gordon; Morris - Bill Elston; Stanley - Ernie Talbot; Stephen - Allan Turnbull; Tuckersmith - James Doig; Turnberry - Harry Mulvey; Usborne - Ken Duncan; East Wawanosh - Simon Hallahan; West Wawanosh - Bob Lyons. The plowing match will be staged the last week of Sep- tember, 1978 at Jim Armstrong's and neighboring farms, just east of Wingham on Highway 86. Realize importance of company warranties