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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1990-01-03, Page 16PAGE 16. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 3, 1990. Farm Assoc, holds meeting Cattle demand steady at Friday auction BY BRIAN HALL FARM MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST FOR HURON COUNTY Brian Doidge, from Ridgetown College, will be guest speaker at the Huron Soil and Crop Improve­ ment Association production meet­ ing, January 10 at the Goderich Township Community Centre in Holmesville. Brian, whom many producers know for his articles on Marketing in the Corn Producer magazine, will provide a Market Outlook and Insight Into Use of Agricultural Options. Another speaker on the program is Hugh Martin, Soils and Crops Specialist who will be speak- The market at Brussels Livestock Inc. met a steady demand with prices remaining strong on the good cattle on Friday, Dec. 29. There were 298 slaughter cattle and 182 hogs on offer. Good to choice steers sold from $91 to $93. Fifteen steers consigned by Stam Farms, RR 4, Kincardine sold on an average weight of 1263 lbs. for an average price of $91.87 to a high of $94.50. Twenty-eight steers con­ signed by Glen Johnston, RR 2, Bluevale sold with an average weight of 1146 lbs. for an average price of $91.29 to a high of $93.50. Forty-three steers consigned by Gordon Stewart Farms, RR 2, Ripley, sold with an average weight of 1165 lbs. with an average price of $91.09 to the high of $94. Three steers consigned by Donald Dow, RR 3, Wingham, sold with an average weight of 1213 lbs. for an average price of $90.87 to a high of $94.50. Four steers consigned by Bruce Corrigan, RR 1, Bluevale, sold with an average weight of 1130 lbs. for an average price of $90.20. Three steers consigned by Warden and Glen Haney, RR 4, Seaforth, sold with an average weight of 1367 lbs. for an average price of $90.90. Two steers consigned by Tom McPher­ son, RR 3, Teeswater, sold with an average weight of 1260 lbs. for an average price of $89.00. Four steers consigned by Don Fraser, RR 2, Blyth, sold with an average weight of 1110 lbs. sold for an average price of $89.75. Good to choice heifers sold from $89 to $91. One heifer consigned by Doug Francis, RR 3, Mitchell, weighing 1040 lbs. sold for $93.75. Five heifers consigned by John Hunt of RR 4, Hanover, sold with an average weight of 1044 lbs. for an average price if $91.41. Twelve heifers consigned by Don Fraser, RR 2, Blyth, sold with an average weight of 1072 lbs. for an average price of $90.46 to a high of $93.50. Sixteen heifers consigned by Neil Rintoul, RR 2, Lucknow sold with an average weight of 1818 lbs. sold for an average price of $90.06 to as high of $93.25. Thirteen heifers consigned by Barberick Bros., RR 1, Mildmay sold with an average weight of 1131 lbs. and sold for an average price of $88.31. There were 91 cows on offer. DI and D2 cows sold from $57 to $60; D3 and D4 cows, $52 to $56; canners and cutters, $48 to $52. Three beef cows consigned by Bill Robinson, RR 2, Auburn sold with an average weight of 1313 lbs. and sold for an average price of $63.75. One Holstein cow consign­ ed by Tom McPherson, RR 3, Teeswater with an average weight of 1510 lbs. sold for a price of $60.75. Two cows consigned by Bert Dougherty, RR 6, Goderich with an average weight of 1215 lbs. sold for an average price of $59.53. One cow consigned by Bert Elliott, RR 1, Kincardine with a weight of 1100 lbs. sold for $59. Four cows consigned by Peter Scheurwater, RR 2, Teeswater with an average weight of 1293 lbs. sold for an average price of $57.98. Two cows consigned by John Pentland, RR 6, Goderich, with an average weight of 1320 lbs. sold for an average price of $56.11. Five cows consigned by Benneweis Farms Ltd., RR 1, Bornholm with an average weight of 1436 lbs. sold for an average price of $57.52. Pigs under 40 lbs. averaged $107.71; 40 - 60 lbs., averaged $98.26; 60 lbs. and over, averaged $84.68. Red Meat plan visits deadline extended The deadline date for the com­ pletion of two consultative health visits under the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food Red Meat II program has been extended to March 31, 1990 from Dec. 31, 1989. “The postponement of the dead­ line will allow producers and veterinarians to carry out consulta­ tive health visits and plan a health management program on a time schedule more suitable to their operations,’’ said Norris Hoag, director of OMAF’s animal indus­ try branch. The health programs for the beef, sheep and meat goat compo­ nents of Red Meat II require a minimum of two consultative herd or flock visits, at least 30 days apart. The health programs emphasize consultative health management with producers and their veterinar­ ians, Hoag said. “The consultative visits encourage communication between farmers and their vets in identifying the weaknesses in their operations due to animal health,” Hoag said. A veterinarian recommends pro­ cedures or practices that will result in improved productivity. Records maintained throughout the year will be used to determine areas for improvement and to document changes in production, Hoag ex­ plained. ing on “Organic Matter, Its Role in Today’s Cropping Practices/’ Or­ ganic matter has been called the life of the soil and many cropping practices such as cover crops, crop rotations and tillage are related to organic matter. Rob Templeman, Soils and Crops Specialist for Huron and Perth, will be providing a crop production update on variety selection, soil and crop projects, nitrogen trials, soybean inoculants, etc. How can a producer adopt a cost effective conservation cropping system on their farm? Many produ­ cers are making excellent strides in adjusting their tillage and cropping practices towards long-term sus­ tainable production. Brent Kenne­ dy, Soil Conservation Advisor, will be sharing some practical ideas on Adopting a Conservation Cropping System. Cost for the day is $7.00 per person for lunch. Pre-registration for lunch is required. Please call the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food office in Clinton for reservations or further information prior to January 8th. Pesticide safety courses now being organized BY BRIAN HALL FARM MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST FOR HURON COUNTY The safety of farm family mem­ bers and employees is a first priority for all farmers who use pesticides. Quite often more than one family member comes in contact with the pesticides used in the farm operation Family members or the farm employees may handle containers during loading and transportation to the farm storage area. Measur­ ing, mixing and application require caution. Proper laundering of work clothes and the supervision of children playing on the farm are also important activities. Everyone needs a reminder oc­ casionally of the safety practices he or she should adoDt as routine. For most farm families, more than just one member could benefit from taking the Grower Pesticide Safety Course. Safe handling and application of pesticides, protective clothing and equipment, transportation and storage, and environmental con­ cerns are some of the topics which will be covered in this one-day course. For just $35.00 you get a reference manual and the oppor­ tunity to qualify for a certificate (of achievement). This fee is payable to the course leader on the day of the course. A variety of dates, times and locations has been arranged. Con­ tact your local fertilizer or pesticide dealer, or the O.M.A.F. office to obtain dates of courses. Act now and reserve your opportunity. Crop production report now available BY BRIAN HALL FARM MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST FOR HURON COUNTY Copies of the Huron Soil and Crop Improvement Association An­ nual Report are available from the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food office in Clinton. Included in the report are pro­ ducer variety trials for corn, soy­ beans, white beans, barley and wheat; results of the corn high yield competition; nitrogen rate study on corn; soybean inoculant trials and weather summary infor­ mation. Membership to the Association supports these projects and entitles members to receive a subscription to the Soil and Crop Messenger. Cost is $5.00 per year. $107 million in tax rebates sent out The Ontario Ministry of Agricul­ ture and Food’s Farm Tax Rebate Program will have paid out more than $107 million to 62,000 proper­ ty owners by the end of 1989. “Program applications were sent out to 165,000 property owners this fall, and processing of the applica­ tions has been running smoothly, with no delays,” said farm assis­ tance branch director Norm Mac­ Leod. Once all the applications are in, the 1989 program is expected to provide a total of $140 million in tax relief to Ontario farmers, said MacLeod. On average, applicants can ex­ pect to receive their rebates from five to six weeks after applying. To avoid delays, applicants should remember to complete all the questions on their fornfs. The original rebate program was introduced in 1970 to assist farmers in paying municipal taxes on farm land. This year, interim changes were made to the program to ensure that benefits flow to proper­ ty owners whose livelihood is farming. While the 1989 applications are being processed, the committee conducting a comprehensive re­ view of the Farm Tax Rebate Program to determine its future direction is also making good progress, MacLeod said. IMAGINES New Year's Resolution 650 This year, I’m going to learn to do something brand new - and I'm going to relearn my old habit of helping causes I care about. 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