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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1989-05-10, Page 30PAGE 20. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MAY 10, 1989. Livestock report Active demand Friday at Brussels Livestock The market at Brussels Livestock Inc. met an active demand Friday with choice steers and heifers selling $1 higher than last week. There were 554 slaughter cattle on offer. Choice steers sold from $90 to $92 with sales to $102. Good steers were $86 to $90. One steer consigned by Harry Verbeek of RR 2, Bluevale, weigh­ ing 1280 lbs., sold for a price of $95.50. Six steers consigned by Calvin Semple of RR 1, Ethel, averaging 1263 lbs., sold for an average price of $94.37, with one black steer weighing 1310 lbs., selling for a high of $102. Three steers consigned by Ross Stephen­ son of RR 1, Ethel, averaging 1297 lbs., sold for an average price of $94.22. Eight steers consigned by Mur­ ray Shiell of RR 3, Wingham, averaging 1219 lbs., sold for an average price of $94.06. Eleven steers consigned by Jim Hayden of RR 3, Goderich, averaging 1410 lbs., sold for an average price of $93.37. Seven steers and heifers consigned by Gordon Daer of RR 1, Auburn, averaging 1113 lbs., sold for an average price of $93.24, with one limousin heifer weighing 1090 lbs., selling for a high of $98. Five steers consigned by Ross Battin of RR 2, Monkton, averaging 1292 lbs., sold for an average price of $93.12. One steer consigned by Don Proctor of RR4, Brussels, weighing 1150 lbs., sold for a price of $93.50. Four steers consigned by Stam Farms of RR 4, Kincardine, averag- ing 1230 lbs., sold for an average price of $92.48. Four steers heifers consigned by Bert Elliott ot RR 2, Blyth, averaging 1353 lbs., sold for an average price of $92.36. Twenty-five steers consigned by Geo. Underwood Farms of RR 1, Wingham, averaging 1411 lbs., sold for an average price of $92.01. Eight steers consigned by Glen McMichael of RR 1, Bluevale, averaging 1155 lbs., sold for an average price of $91.88. Four steers consigned by Jim Kraemer of RR 3, Walkerton, averaging 1308 lbs., sold for an average price of $91.05. Twelve steers consigned by Glen Johnston of RR 2, Bluevale, averaging 1461 lbs., sold for an Major changes planned for 4H Ontario’s 4-H program will be rejuvenated to better meet the needs of today’s rural youth, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food officials say. “Proposed changes to the pro­ gram have been discussed with local 4-H associations and they have agreed that the Ontario program will benefit if changes are put into practice,’’ Ontario Mini­ ster of Agriculture and Food Jack Riddell said last week. “The 4-H program in Canada is 76-years-old. It is a well-establish­ ed organization, still pouplar with rural youth,’’ Riddell said. “These changes will ensure it has a solid following in Ontario for years to come.’’ The 4-H program’s purpose is the personal development of youth in rural Ontario. There are current­ ly about 17,000 4-H members and 3,600 4-H leaders in Ontario. A review of Ontario’s 4-H pro­ gram, which made suggestions for strengthening Ontario’s 4-H pro­ gram and attracting more mem­ bers, was released last December. Since then, the minister met with presidents of local 4-H organiza­ tions. Their suggestions for amend­ ments and additions have been considered and many have been incorporated. “Local 4-H organizations will be able to adapt these suggestions for change into their programs as they see fit,’’ Riddell said. Some of the new directions for the 4-H program will be: •to established an elected On­ tario 4-H council within three years. The council will have ex­ panded responsibilities in formu­ lating and implementing policy, proposing and evaluating projects and allocating funding for leader­ ship development. •to broaden the scope of mem­ bership in local 4-H associations to enhance community involvement. This could include involvement if non-leader volunteers, members and their parents and sponsors. The association would be responsi­ ble for defining its membership and local bylaws, in accordance with the constitution and overall policies set by the Ontario 4-H Council. •to include 10 and 11-year-olds in the program. At present, youths must be 12-year-old to join. This year, the program started accept­ ing 11-year-olds. In 1991, it will begin accepting 10-year-olas. This will require the development of junior and senior level project material. •to organize a provincial cam­ paign for revitalizing the image of 4-H in the rural community and to develop resources and workshops for local 4-H associations. A formal marketing plan will be developed to communicate a strong im age of 4-H as a youth development pro­ gram that is educational and fun. •the ministry’s rural organiza­ tions and services branch will further strengthen its support of the 4-H program by, among other things, providing leadership train­ ing and meeting resources for 4-H leaders and enhancing indepth orientation and contact, particular­ ly for new leaders and members. average price of $90.18. Choice heifers sold from $91 to $94 with sales to $100. Good heifers sold from $86 to $90. Nine steers and heifers consign­ ed by Gordon Dougherty of RR 3, Goderich, averaging 1104 lbs., sold for an average price of $93.58. Twenty-two heifers consigned by Glen Johnston of RR 2, Bluevale, averaging 986 lbs., sold for an average price of $92.44. One heifer consigned by Barry Jacklin of RR 2, Bluevale, weighing 980 lbs., sold for a price of $90.50. Six heifers consigned by Everett Dustow of RR 2, Mildmay, averag­ ing 1035 lbs., sold for an average price of $89.83, with one Limousin heifer weighing 1020 lbs., selling for a high of $94.25. Ten heifers consigned by John Schultz of RR 6, Woodstock, averaging 1235 lbs., sold for an average price of $89.55. Six heifers consigned by Archie Jacklin of RR 2, Bluevale, averag­ ing 1122 lbs., sold for an average price of $89.18. Weaner pigs under 40 lbs. sold from $52.52 to $61.25 with an average of 57 cents per lb.; 40 to 50 lbs., 38 to 53 cents per lb. with an average of 49 cents per lb.; 50 to 60 lbs., 38 to 58 cents per lb. with an average of 48.5 cents per lb.; 60 to 70 lbs., 43.5 to 55.25 cents per lb. with an average of 49.25 cents per lb.; 70 lbs. and over, 30 cents to 48.25 cents with an average of 38.5 cents per lb. DI and D2 cows were $54 to $57 with sales to $62; D3 and D4 cows, $50 to $54; Canners and Cutters, $46 to $50; Bologna Bulls, 1600 lbs. and over, $65.60 to $73; under 1600 lbs., $61 to $75. Brussels Rabbit Club elects Grant Mactier BY JOHNNIE MINERS The first meeting of the 4H Brussels Rabbit Housing and Health Club was held at the home of the leader, Mary Ann Miners, on April 15. Members started with the 4H pledge, then elected their officers. They chose Grant Martin, presi­ dent; Barb Alexander, vice presi­ dent; Bobby Steiss, secretary; and Marilyn VanDenElzen, press re­ porter. They continued in the book by doing the “Roll Call’’ and other activities. They ended the meeting with the 4H motto, and enjoyed refreshments. There were 12 mem­ bers present. The second meeting of the Club was held at the home of the leader on May 4. They started with the 4H pledge and then had to elect a new press reporter because another Rabbit Club was started in Clinton where it would be closer for five of the members to attend, including the press reporter. The new press reporter is Johnnie Miners. Members then read out of their books until their special guest, Mr. Jim Chambers, who shows rabbits occasionally, arrived. He came and members went to the shed so he could show how to show rabbits for the achievement day, and how to handle them properly. He answer­ ed many questions members had to ask him. Barb Alexander then presented Mr. Chambers with a gift to thank him for bringing his rabbits and talking on showing rabbits. Members returned to the house and closed the meeting with the 4H motto and then had refreshments. There were seven members pre­ sent. The next meeting will be at the home of Barb and Wayne Alexander at Ethel on June 3. 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In Saskatchewan and On­ tario, committees will consist of four producers and one representa­ tive each from the federal and provincial governments. 9 Volume discounts • Liquid nitrogen supplies are also available for spring application Now booking for Spring '89 As their first order of business, the committees will finalize details on the appeal procedure. Further information will be announced following the first meeting of Committee Chairpersons. CALL NELSON UNDERWOOD 335-3789 NIGHTS OR JOHN UNDERWOOD 335-3579