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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFarming '88, 1988-03-30, Page 56PAGE 30. FARMING ’88, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30, 1988. Wide variety of courses offered 4-H livestock projects are one of the best ways that a member can become knowledgeable about the animal of his or her choice. Some members realize a tidy profit when they sell their project animal at the end of the season. Continued from page 29 should be able to find something of interest. •LIVESTOCK- You can care for and keep records on a single animal, pen of animals, or even a whole herd; these include horses, dairy and beef cattle, sheep, swine andgoats. Eachyeara different topic will be studied, possibly nutrition one year and animal health the next. In addition, many farmers will now loan or ‘ ‘rent” an animal to a 4-H member, so urban as well as farm youths can take part in a livestock project. •CLOTHING and TEXTILES - Members learn to sew the latest fashions, and also learn to be good consumers. Recent projects in­ clude vests, T-shirts and track suits, and members have also been introduced to hand quilting. •PLANT SCIENCE These pro­ jects cover planting, harvesting and marketing some type of crop, such as field crops, vegetables and fruits. Some4-H’ers even sell their crop at a profit! •FOODS and NUTRITION - Pre vious food projects have included party snacks, ethnic foods, eggs and chicken recipes, bread, cakes and pastries, fitness and nutrition. There’s always something new coming up! •SMALL ANIMALS - More and more people are raising small animals. Goats, rabbits and poul­ try are examples of small animal projects; while there are special pet projects in some areas which could involved caring for your dog or cat. •LIFE SKILLS - Many projects come under the Life Skills section. Anyone who has to handle money would benefit from the personal finance project. A leadership project can be of benefit to anyone wanting to practise different lead­ ership styles, different methods of communication and of working with others. Improving yourself can be fun, and very rewarding when it involves a 4-H project. There are also projects in veterinary science, energy conser­ vation, farm management, out­ door skills, and farm safety. In 4-H thfere is always something to look forward to; and specific projects are offered for senior members 16-21 years of age. WHAT DO I HAVE TO DO TO COMPLETE A PROJECT? You can choose the clubs in which you wish to enroll; many members are enrolled in several projects at a time. Successful completion is based upon: •MEETING ATTENDANCE: Most clubs have about seven meetings per project, held at least once a month and sometimes once a week. Members must attend at least 75 per cent of the meetings. •COMPLETE A PROJECT BOOK: Your project book is a summary of all the things you learn and accomplish over the course of the project. You maybe required to keep records on your project, or to complete quizzes at each meeting. •TAKE PART IN AN ACHIEVE­ MENT PROGRAM: At the end of the project, 4-H members put on some type of public display. This could include showing your project at a fair, presenting skits, demon­ strations or exhibitions for all 4-H families, or giving a speech about theproject. Often several other 4-H clubs will participate in the same program. WHAT OTHER ACTIVITIES ARE THERE TO GO TO IN 4-H? You can go to many events besides meetings and achieve- Continued on page 31 FOR FINE TASTE IN BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPE PLANT OUR SELECT APPLE TREES We offer new and old-fashioned varieties, specially chosen for their SUPERIOR TASTE AND QUALITY FEATURING The Russets - a long-time favour­ ite becauseof their crisp, juicy flesh and excellent flavour. Pomme Grise and Swazie are tops for fresh eating. Golden Russet is an excellent all-around choice. Roxburn, known for its keeping quality, is very good for cider and cooking. TREES: $15.00 and up Available throughout April BEGIN PLANNING YOUR SPRING PLANTING NOW. PHONE 335-3749 And ask for our catalogue Shelly Paulocik, Manager Diploma in Agric., U. of Guelph Own a John Deere For Less AGRICULTURAL CHEMICALS • all popular brands in stock • Seed Corn • Seed Soybeans • Seed White Beans • Small Seed Grains Equip. w/16.9 x 30 rear 9.5L x 15, front tires 540 PTO, 3 pt. hitch, remote outlets 16,987cash 19,976cash W/ John Deere 146 Loader TWIN COUNTY GRAIN ELEVATOR FOR A FULL LINE OF... FARM SEEDS Future Grain Contracting sm TWIN COUNTY GRAIN ELEVATOR To Listowel Twin County Grain Elevator Newry Phone 356-2292 R.R.3 Brussels Manager: Glen Thorpe PTO HP John Deere Model 2355 SALES DEPARTMENT 1-800-265-4220 Exeter 235-1115 Blyth 523-4244 Trades Accepted Lease available 8.75% financing /insurance 2 yr. power train warranty In stock ready to go ^JOHN DEEReJ