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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1987-04-08, Page 19THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 1987. PAGE 19. Brussels Stockyards Active trade, higher prices on steers and heifers The market at Brussels Stock- yards traded actively at higher prices on both steers and heifers. Cows sold easier and feeder cattle were higher. There were 840 cattle and 408 pigs on offer. Choice steers sold from $85 to $89 per hundredweight with a sale to $100 per cwt. Good steers were $81 to $85. A steer consigned by Geoffrey, Darrell and Alicia Dalton of RR 1, Walton, weighing 11501bs. soldfor $100 with their three steers averaging 1217 lbs. selling for $94.97 average. Twelve steers consigned by their father, Ken Dalton, averaging 1316 lbs. sold for an overall price of $88.86 with sales to $90.60. Two steers consigned by Alvin Ritzof Monkton averaging 1335 lbs. sold for an average of $89.53 with two steers from his son, Jim, averaging 1125 lbs. selling for $87.40. Eight steers consigned by Allan Thornton of RR 1, Gorrie averaging 1200 lbs. sold for an overall price of $88.07 with sales to $90.25. Twelve steers consigned by Allan Dunbar of RR 1, Belgrave averaging 1158 lbs. sold for an overall price of $87.82 with sales to $91.75. Thirteen steers consigned by Hodgins Bros, of RR 8, Parkhill averaging 1231 lbs. sold for an overall price of $87.86 with sales to $88.75. Forty-two steers consign­ ed by George Adams of RR 2, Wroxeter averaging 1254 lbs. sold for an overall price of $87.35 with a sale at $93.25. A steer consigned by Hammond Bros, of RR 1, Monkton weighing 1110 lbs. sold for $90.75. Twelve steers consigned by Lome Forester of RR 1, Lucknoiv averaging 1295 lbs. sold for an overall price of $87.36 with sales to $90.75. Three steers consigned by Ross Jeffray of RR 1, Wroxeter averaging 1277 lbs. sold for $88.95. Seven steers consigned by Howard Martin of RR Loan program again at 8% The Ontario tile drainage loan program will be continued at the eight per cent interest rate this year, Agriculture and Food Mini­ ster Jack Riddell said today. The maximum loan available, increasedlastyearfrom60to 75 per cent of the cost of the work or $20,000 per farmer whichever is less, will alsobe continued this year. Under the tile drainage pro­ gram, municipalities issue deben­ tures to cover the cost of approved projects. The province purchases the debentures and the municipali­ ties lend the proceeds to the farmers whose drainage projects meet the program qualifications. This year the province will continue to purchase debentures on a first-come first serviced basis, eliminating the process of allocat­ ing and monitoring budget amounts to each participating municipality. “The changes we’ye made in this program help target the money to farmers in areas where it is most needed,’’ said Riddell. About 200,000 acres are tiled each year by 4,000 Ontario farm­ ers. Drainage systems allow farm­ ers to drain fields of excess moisture and increase the land’s productivity. Research shows tile drainage can increase yields by 15 to 80 per cent. Dateline Thursday, April 9 - Huron 4-H Conservation Club, OMAF Board­ room, Clinton 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 15 - Huron County Junior Farmers, OMAF Boardroom, Clinton 8:00 p.m. 3, Brussels averaging 1233 lbs. sold for $87.45 with a sale at $93. Twenty steers consigned by Mac Ross of RR 3, Embro averaging 1220 lbs. sold for $88.20 with his offering of 37 steers averaging 1168 lbs. selling for an overall price of $87.16. Six steers consigned by Keith Johnston of RR 2, Bluevale averaging 1225 lbs. sold for $86.80. A steer consigned by Doug Walker of Belgrave weighing 11701bs. sold for $88.25. Eighteen steersconsignedby Glen Johnston of RR 2, Bluevale averaging 1274 lbs. sold for an overall price of $86.46 with a sale at $91.75. Forty-two steers consign­ ed by George Underwood Farms of RR 1, Wingham averaging 1230 lbs. sold for an overall price of $86.04 with a sale to $90.50. Five steers consigned by Paul Johnston of RR 2, Bluevale averaging 1244 lbs. sold for an overall price of $86.26 with a sale to $88. Choice exotic heifers sold from $84 to $88 with a sale to $94.50. Choice white-faced heifers were $80 to $84. A limousin heifer consigned by Elwood Fitch of RR 1, Wroxeter topped the heifer market at $94.50 with his offering of 24 heifers averaging 1110 lbs. selling for an overall price of $87.21. Six heifers consigned by Tim Prior of RR 3, Brussels averaging 1068 lbs. sold for an overall price of $88.54 with a sale at $89.75. A heifer consigned by Lloyd Weppler of RR 2, Ayton weighing 1030 lbs. sold for $93.75 with his load of 10 heifers averaging 1134 lbs. selling for an overall price of $84.63. Eight heifers consigned by Keith Miller of RR 2, Bayfield averaging 1034 lbs. sold for an overall price of $84.78 with a sale at $88.25. Five heifers consigned by Gerald Grubb of RR5, Mildmay averaging 1004 lbs. sold for an overall price of$84.77 with asaleat $89. Eight heifers consigned by Joe Smith of RR 3, Brussels averaging 1073 lbs. sold for an overall price of $84.65. Five heifers consigned by Bev Schenk of RR 1, Neustadt, averaging 1056 lbs. sold for an overallprice of $84.59 with a sale at $87.75. Seven heifers consigned by Glen Kerr of RR 3, Palmerston averaging 1086 lbs. sold for an overall price of $84.14 with sales to $86.75. Eighteen heifers consign­ ed by Doug McPherson of RR 2, Wingham averaging 1121 lbs. sold for an overall price of $83.84 with a sale at $89.75. Choice cows sold from $59 to $63 with sales to $64.50. Good cows were $55 to $59. Canners and cutters were $50 to $55. Heavy Bulls traded to a high of $70.50. Thirty to 40 lb. pigs traded to a high of $1.25 per lb.; 40 to 50 lb. pigs to a high of $1.19; 50 to 60 lb. pigs to a high of $1.10; 60 to 70 lb. pigs to a high of $1.07 per lb. Brussels Stockyards is booking cattle for their Special Stocker & FeederSaletobeheldonTues., April 14 at 1:30 p.m. To consign cattle, please phone 887-6461. Self-help groups can provide support for farm families BY DENNIS MARTIN FARM MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST FOR HURON COUNTY Farm families are facing pretty tough times in today’s economic climate in agriculture. Families are questioning their future and just what they should be doing. This is a very unsettling period for families. Many feel isolated and are unsure of who to turn to for support. Having someone to talk to who is going through a similar situation can be very helpful. Self Help Groups are designed to provide just the support you need. Ideally, a Self Help Group is made up of individuals who voluntarily form a group based on their common experiences and needs. In this case, it would be other farm families going through a stressful, financial time. As part of a group of about 10-12 people you could share with each other your own experiences, fru­ strations and fears. By doing so, you can learn how others may have coped with the situation. Just the support of knowing someone else who is having an equally difficult time, can help you through this trying period. The Ontario Ministry of Agricul­ ture and Food has prepared a kit on how to start a self-help group. Topics covered include, “How To GetStarted’’, “The First Meet­ ing’’, “Learning Your Resour­ ces’’, “Leadership Guidelines’’, “Keeping Members involved’’, and lots more! If you are interested in starting a self help group or in belonging to one, you should contact Dennis Martin, the Self Help Contact for Huron County. 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