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The Rural Voice, 1978-06, Page 15Top peach orchards in Huron County It's no accident that some of the best peach orchards in Ontario are located in the Bayfield-Goderich area of Huron county. according to John Gardner, Extension Horticulturalist with the Minist- ry, of Agriculture. Mr. Gardiner points out that a ridge of gravelly loam soil runs through Goderich township between Bayfield and Goderich. A glance at the physiographic map of south-western Ontario shows distinct land forms running north and south, parallel to the southern portion of Lake Huron, approximately three kilometres inland. The map's key identifies these as beaches more than 500 metres wide. Although the actual topographic expres- sion is slight at certain points, these beaches are the remnants of the shoreline of glacial Lake Warren, which receded some 10.000 years ago. Because of the proximity of these ridges to Lake Huron, they set the stage for an ideal, combination of climate, site and soil for peach culture. Temperature is the most important climatic factor affecting the geographic distribution of fruit plantings. Injury from freezing temperatures is far less likely within two or three kilometres of a large body of water such as Lake Huron. Proximity to Lake Huron has been recognized for some time as a factor in ameliorating the climate sufficiently to permit successful peach growing. The lake moderates temperatures throughout the year as evidenced by lower absolute minimum temperatures as you move inland from the lake during the coldest months. These beach shores are comprised of a well -drained, even -textured, sandy or gravelly loam soil of considerable depth. This facilitates good soil aeration and extensive root development, essential factors in tree hardiness and development. It has been estimated that there are still several hundred hectares of good peach land to be planted in this unique pocket of the province. Undoubtedly, this peach district will continue to provide some of the best quality fruit Ontario has to offer. Neustadt girl wins national 4-H judging competition A Neustadt girl, Deborah Marsh was the 1977 National Winner of the Junior Judging Competition with a perfect score. The 16 year old is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Montag. Premier Holsteins. Her perfect score was tied with one other contestant with Deborah winning because she named the correct Honorable Mention. Deborah, a Holstein enthusiast, won best dairy exhibit as well as top PROFESSIONAL CLEANING WITH THE EPPS PRESSURE WASHER! 600-1200 PSI •Smooth, well-balanced, quiet power reduces parts wear, promotes long trouble free life. •Unique misting system for soaps and detergents rN, gives economy and pro- fessional results. Hot or. cold water. •Wet sand blast attach- ment for tough jobs. •Designed and assemb- led in Canada. See us at the PORK CONGRESS in Stratford. Call 519-482-3418 ePPS! SALES and SERVICE -" Box 610, Clinton, Ontario NOM 110 showmanship honours at her last achieve- ment day. For three consecutive years at the Regional Show she has won the first prize ribbon for her Junior Heifer Calf. Last year Deborah had the highest number of points in the Ayton 4-H Calf Club. This grade eleven student, who is press reporter for the club, feels very pleased winning $50.00 plus an All -Canadian Calendar. Runner-up in the contest was Alain Malette of Lefaivre, Ontario. He too scored 120 points. Alain is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Malette. This thirteen -year-old member of the Alfred-Lefaivre 4-H Calf Club won $25.00 and an All -Canadian Calendar. Alain's interest in Holsteins is indicated by the fact that he won top honours as a Junior member on Judging day. He also exhibited the first junior calf and won second in Showmanship at his Achievement Day. Plowing Match budget $185,000 A budget of $185,000 for the 1978 International Plowing Match to be held near Wingham from Sept. 26-30 was approved recently by Huron county council. The budget includes $160,000 for the 24 committees planning the match plus THE HANJET-45 JETPAK-425 FOR THE BEST IN SPRAYERS HAND OR KNAPSACK contact F & H SALES AND SERVICE 524-7474 R. R.4 Goderich 14 miles East of Benmiller Benmiller Acres -J. Hazlitt THE RURAL VOICE/JUNE 1978. PG. 15.