HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1986-04-16, Page 28PAGE 28. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16, 1986.
Bruce farmers
developy
system
for manure
Continued from page 18
The treated liquid which is spread
on the crops contains as much
nitrogen as manure fresh from the
animal! What's more, most of this
nitrogen is organic and therefore
has no unpleasant smell, does not
burn plants, is more stable in the
soil and enhances, rather than
destroys, soil life. This type of
manure also contributes to humus
production, which is one of the key
ingredients in healthy soil.
PART OF A TOTAL SYSTEM
For the farmers who developed
the Edaphon Processing System
this is not just a solution to a liquid
manure problem. It is one part of a
totally organic system which fits
into their philosophy. No chemi-
cals are purchased for their farms
and so manure is essential for them
to maintain high yielding crops.
They view the soil as a vital living
organism and one which must be
nurtured to create the best living
environment and for the many
forms of soil life which help to feed
the crops. Manure must have the
maximum value for the crops while
minimizing the spread of weeds.
All their solid manure is composted
and now the Edaphon completes
the system by making a liquid
compost.
They see this as an opportunity
to help farmers become more self
sufficient while reducing soil, air
and water pollution. All are
members of the Ecological Farm-
ers Association of Ontario, an
organization dedicated to encour-
ging sound stewardship of farm-
land.
For more information contact
The Edaphon Processing System,
c/o Anbros Farms Inc., RR 1,
TIVERTON, Ont. NOG 2T0 Phone
519-368-7417/5675.
It was a good year for Egg Board
Continued from page 22
Manager Brian Ellsworth said
1985 brought few financial, mar-
ket, or production changes for
producers.
While producer prices declined
six cents over the year, he said,
they followed declining feed costs
and so continued to provide
producers with adequate returns.
The Board sets minimum producer
prices using a cost of production
formula which includes such input
costs as feed, pullets, and labour.
Mr. Ellsworth said productivity
-- the number of eggs laid by a hen
in a year -- had increased by about
one percent in 1985. And although
table consumption of eggs (those
bought by consumers) was about
even with last year's, an increase in
usage by the processing market
meant producers were able to
maintain their quota allotments.
The Ontario Egg Board sets
production quotas in order to
ensure adequate supplies of eggs
are produced for consumers. Quo-
tas are based on hens, meaning
each producer is allotted a certain
maximum number of hens he may
have in production at one time.
These quota allottments are based
on each producer's historical
capacity.
The 21st Annual Meeting was
held March 18-19, in Toronto.
We salute
the Canadian
Farmer
... the backbone of the Canadian economy
You are welcome to attend the weekly special stocker and
feeder sales on Tuesdays where buyer and seller meet every Friday
Cattle sales start at 10:30 a.m.
Pig sales start at 12:30 p.m.
Lunch counter available
Brussels Stockyards Ltd.
Brussels 887-6461
Agromart®
t.�tf •rl Si
W At 410
l> 1 • , I.
Talk To Your
Brussels Agromart Man
About
"Optimum Fertilization"
• Straight materials or custom blended analysis to meet
your soil requirements.
• Complete selection of all Micro Nutrients available.
• Let our own laboratory check your soil for exact requirements
of all nutrients.
• Complete line of application equipment serviced and ready
to go for: ..Dry Fertilizers
-Anhydrous Ammonia
-28°' Nitrogen Solution
FARM
CHEMICALS
€1)
Agromart
ICM (Intensive Cereal Management)
spreaders available.
BOOK EARLY
forour
Custom Application Service
•Low
Soil
Compaction
•Accurate
Application
Rates and
Patterns
•Saves Time
and
Labour
To Protect Your Crops
Insecticides and Herbicides
for
• Corn • Cereals • Beans
Certified by C. A.C. A.
Brussels Agromart Ltd.
887-6273