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The Rural Voice, 1999-09, Page 54�\t4 L. Qs" /Z ▪ -Q10our+o s Marvin L. Smith B.Sc.F. (Forestry). RP Farm Woodland Specialist 765 John St West Listowel, Ontario N4W 1B6 Telephone. (519) 291-2236 Providing advice and assistance with: • impartial advice/assistance in selling timber, including selection of trees and marking • reforestation of erodible or idle land • follow-up tending of young plantations • windbreak planning and establishment • woodlot management planning • diagnosis of insect and disease problems • conducting educational programs in woodlot management • any other woodland or tree concerns ATTENTION FARMERS We specialize in Agricultural Buildings. •A We build all tpes and all sizes of Agricultural Buildings to suit your needs. Xt#aV BUILDERS LTD. If you are thinking about building - CALL US Clifford 519-327-8840 Nlildmay 519-367-2922 50 THE RURAL VOICE rocks, Togs, stream deflectors, buffer strips and tree and shrub plantings. The project shows how materials, many of which are commonly found on the farm, can be used to stabilize shorelines to prevent soil erosion. The project also explains how these techniques can improve wildlife habitats and enhance water quality. The third annual log auction at the show will include some new types of wood including sawn wood and burls, perfect for the small craftsmen or wood carvey with a special piece of wood in mind. There will be an opportunity for visitors to have wood custom cut from the auction at no extra charge. All of these new 'events will blend into the informative exhibits in the Expo, including the Partners in Action Tent, the Resource Managers Tent, the annual Log Auction, the sawmill operators, logging contractors, the raptor demonstration, the portable sawmills and the chainsaw dealerships. The Industrial Hemp Information Tent was one of the busiest spots on the Canada's Outdoor Farm Show site last September. The tent will be packed with information once again, but this year the emphasis will be on industrial hemp oil, how it is processed, and what its applications are. Although industrial hemp fibre has many uses, the oil is an exceptional lubricant and is currently being used by many companies in the cosmetics industry. It is generally recognized that there are an amazing number of applications for industrial hemp in general, and the Industrial Hemp Information Tent has been erected to answer every question about the crop. A plot of industrial hemp has been planted at the Canada's Outdoor Farm Show site, which will be located just South of the Industrial Hemp Information Tent again this year. Industrial hemp expert Gordon Scheifele will be on hand to give a few talks on the crop and answer questions. An industrial hemp fashion show is also being organized to show off the possiblities of the crop in a fun and informative way. The fashion show will take place in the Family Farm Garden tent. Show organizers have listened to