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Home My WebLink AboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1965-06-03, Page 10Page 2-Wingham Advance -Times, Thursday, June 3, 1965 Results of Huron Livestock Judging Robert MacNaughton, of R. R. 3. Kippen, won the Blatchford Feeds Ltd. Silver Cup for the highest score in Huron County Junior Farmers' livestock judg- ing competition Saturday at Seaforth, Mr. MacNaughton received 652 points to win the contest overall and the intermediate division. He tied with Calvin Ritchie, of Lucknow, with 100 points for the Canadian Indus- tries Limited silver cup for highest swin judging score. The trophy was given to Mr. Ritchie since Mr. MacNaugh- ton had won the overall com- petition. Thomas Riley, of R. R.1 Londesboro, was runner up in the swine competition with 18g points. The Canadian National Ex- hibition shield for highest no- vice entrant went to Donald Boak, of Lucknow, who had 480 points. Richard McPherson, of R. R. 2 Wingham, was runner up with 475 points. John Bradley, of R. R.3 Goderich, won the Carnation Milk Co, silver cup for best score in the dairy judging with 192 points. Ray Hogan, of R. R. 7 Lucknow was runner-up with 95 points. Animals that were judged were supplied by local breeders. Judging adjudicators were: Dairy, Russell Bradford, of Goderich, Huron County dairy fieldman for the Department of Agriculture; beef, Dale Mil - ler, assistant Lambton County agricultural representative; swine, Douglas Young, assist- ant Grey County agricultural representative; sheep, Ralph McCartney, Bruce County sum- mer assistant agricultural re- presentative, Class winners were: Novice, Donald Boak, 480; Richard Mc- Pherson, 475; Kenneth McAd- am, R. R, 2 Wingham, 472; jun- ior, John Bradley, 646; Larry Skinner, R. R.1 Centralia, 04'2; Gordon Moylan, R. R.5 Sea- forth 639; intermediate, Ro- bert MacNaughton 652; Leon- ard Baird, R, R.2 Wingham, 651; Thomas Papple, R. R.4 Seaforth, 649; senior, Donald McKercher, R. R.1 Dublin, 645; Douglas Howatt, R. R. 1 Belgrave, 644; Gerald Smith, R. R. 3 Brussels, 635. by Murray Gaunt, M.P.P. Report from Queen's Park The agricultural estimates came before the House on Thursday, I pointed out that the basic problems facing Ont- ario farmers, is the lack of adequate income, It was point ed out that the farmer's income in relation to his costs has de• clined steadily until it is now 305: lower than it was in 1949, In the same period the figure of his fellow -worker in industry has risen no less than 541a.This spread of represented a subsidization of the economy by the farmer, the biggest sub- sidy in Canadian history. I made the point that the pro- vince of Quebec does much more to help out its farmers than does Ontario, so that Ont- ario farmers are actually at a distinct disadvantage when they try to compete with Que- beckers. I was also critical of the Government's "lackadaisical and laissez*faire attitude" in failing to cooperate with Fed- eral farmers' aid programs, notably A. R. D. A. I stressed the following re- commendations: 1. Forgive one third of every Junior Farmer Loan to a maximum of $3, 000 if the bor- rower has kept up within reason his interest and principal pay- ments for ten years, provided he's a full-time farmer. 2, Reduce the interest on Junior Farmer Loans frorn 5 to 310. 3, Pay up to 2';`,, of the in- terest on Farm Improvement Loans with a principal forgive- ness after 5 years of 1007 of the total amount of the loan up to $500, 4, Subsidize the cost of transportation of livestock to slaughtering centres in remote areas that are far removed from markets, 5. The payment of a direct grant of 20(oof the purchase price of commercial fertilizers up to a maximum of $76 per farmer per year. During this week two days were taken up debating the - new Medicare Programme that was introduced in the Legisla- ture a couple of weeks ago. The debate was adjourned and will continue next week. While passing a lonely cor- ner on a dark night, a pedes- trian was stopped by a voice corning out of the shadows. "Would the gentleman be so kind as to help a poor, hungry fellow who is out of a job?" it asked, then added: "Besides this revolver, I haven't a thing in the world." Wild Carrot Runner-up As Most Unpopular Weed This biennial noxious weed gains control of more land each year and will soon compete with ox -eye daisy and dande- lion as the most popular or un- popular weed, depending on your interpretation of the word. This carrot -scented plant was originally known as Queen Anne's lace and was used as an ornamental. Like so many oth- er plants that are now trouble - DO YOURSELF A GOOD TURN TODAY PICK THE YELLOW ROCKET FROM YOUR MEADOWS. Huron County Soil and Crop Improvement Association Stauffer CHEMICALS to control weeds in White Beans... use EDtam° PRE -EMERGENCE HERBICIDE Dependable EPTAM selective herbicide controls annual grasses and many broadleaf weeds be- fore they start—when the seeds germinate. Just mix EPTAM into the soil before planting for fewer cultivations and clear sailing at har- vest time. This saves you time, money and helps your bean plants to produce greater yields. EPTAM is available in liquid formulations— no settling in the spray tank, no corrosion or .abrasion to spray nozzles — and it's available in granular formulations. Call on us for EPTAM for your bean land— you'll be glad you did. i Stuwter'n Reu. T.M. toe 6n h6rbidde. Distributed in Canada by CHIPMAN CHEMICAL, LIMITED HAMILTON, ONTARIO some weeds, it escaped to waste or uncultivated areas and is now a problem in practically all the farm land in "old" Ont- ario. Wild carrot, like many weeds, will grow on low fertili- ty land and will also make bet- ter headway on poor pasture lands or uncultivated areas such as rough lands, abandoned farms or roadsides. Although this weed is not a serious crop loss to a good farmer growing heavy forage crops and using a good spray program on his fencerows and rough land, it will put him to unnecessary expense prevent- ing the weed establishment on his farm. Cutting the weed to prevent seed set will be a first step in control but is not satisfactory for eradication as it will re- cover so rapidly and flower several times during the season. Flowers close to the ground will escape the mowing and set seed to keep up the weed population. A good herbicide program is the cheapest and best eradi- cation. An early fall spray will kill the seedlings and in most cases be most satisfactory. If a spring spray program is used, the material should be applied well in advance of the flower stage which will likely be early June. 2, 4-D at 16 ozs, of acid per acre should be suf- ficient but in some areas the plants are resistant and the 2, 4-D/2, 4, 5-T mixture in a 2:1 ratio will have to be used. A second or third spray will be necessary to complete the era- dication, advises the Field Crops Branch, Ontario Depart- ment of Agriculture. NEED FOR COMMUNICATION IN MODERN MARKETING The Detroit automobilepro- elucer, typical of large manu- facturers today, must fashion his wares on the basis of antici- pated sales to unknown custom- ers in the future. Similarly, the modern consumer must buy such a multiplicity of goods that he cannot have intimate knowledge of their inherent qualities. This situation hasled to the development of market- ing research, in which thou- sands of North Americans are now engaged full-time. Anver Holstein Dispersal FRIDAY, JUNE 11, at 1:30 p.m. AT THE FARM, 1/4 -MILE EAST OF LUCKNOW, ON HIGHWAY 86 40 REGISTERED R.O.P. I-IOLSTEINS This is an unusual high quality uniform herd. ft has been first and second B.C.A, herd for production in Huron County for a number of years, with records from 500 to over 1010 fat, and a ,herd average of 4% test. As for type there are two strong Very C,ood s with somendi u to 'n o is g young Gond flus eows, A former sire /lie -A -Bar Gladiator ,did a good job. There ate also daughters of +'lUfaple Lea Refleetion, Governor, Perseus, Royal Signet, etc. There are also one very stylish, showy young cattle. One of the better +herds we have sbld for awhile home bred, .high productive, and strong uniform type, with lovely udders. And also—MILKING EQUIPMENT: 2 unit Surge milker, pump and motor; Wood§ 6 -can spray type cooler, Owner VERNONHUNTER, Lucknow, Ontario. Auctioneer A. MIKE BRUBACHER, Kitchener. Prevent Possible Accidents By Checking All Equipment Observance of Farm Safety Week, sponsored by the Ontario Farm Safety Council, May 30 to June 5, was commended by Hon, Wm. A. Stewart, Minister of Agriculture. "It is a regrettable fact that there are far too many acci- dents .on the farm today," said Mr. Stewart, "Apart from the human suffering entailed, they represent a serious economie loss to the farm family. The Ontario Farm Safety Council recently announced Farm Safe- ty Week and is to be commend- ed for the leadership they have given in this important aspect of our agricultural industry." Statistics show that the hay- ing season, with its hurried operations and mechanical equipment, tends to promote potential accident situations. "Prevent possible accidents by making sure that the haying machinery, wagon racks, ele- vators, fray ropes, and all other equipment are in good condi- tion, " says the Safety Council. "Faulty equipment may not only cause accidents, but lead to expensive, tinge -consuming breakdowns," In keeping with "Safety Week", Ontario Junior Farmers are promoting the distribution and sale of "Slow Moving Ve- hicle" signs. These signs placed on vehicles using the highways are a means of preventing ac- cidents. Traffic studies show that two out of three highway accidents involving slow moving vehicles �+ are rear end collisions, For day- light, when nearly all accidents involving slow moving vehicles occur, the bright fluorescent orange of the sign is the most visible color available. It gains the attention of motorists for distances exceeding one- fifth of a mile. • Cream, Eggs and Milk Pickup OR DELIVER TO BLUEVALE CREAMERY Phones: WINGHAM 357-1639; Wroxeter 15J1 D. At. ROBERTSON. r,,,,,,,, rrb BRUSSELS TRANSPORT Safe, Dependable Livestock Transport BRUSSELS-BELMORE-TEESWATER George Jutzi - Phone 122, BRUSSELS, Ont. 1111■111114IR1111111It(111.1111111111IgtIIIM(11MIUMIURIi IMIIiM(IIIIII IN11111(1Ii•111Ri I Iwlllt(1 WILD CARROT Weed of the Week series ONTARIO DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Farmstead Improvement Is Centennial Project Ontario's farming communi- ty will have an opportunity to participate in marking Canada's Centennial in a practical way Hon, Wm, A, Stewart, Mini- ster of Agriculture, has an- nounced. Following Cabinet discus- sion it is proposed to inaugurate a farmstead improvement com- petition in every county and district, with provision being made for a provincial compe- tition open to first prize win- ners in each area. The pro- grams will be ancillary to pro- grams sponsored by the various rnunicipalities, "With preparations being made in all parts of Canada to celebrate Canada's Centennial, there has been great interest in the event on the part of the farm people of Ontario," said Mr. Stewart. "As a result it has been decided to mark the occasion in a way which will express the feelings of the farm people in a way that, 1 am sure, will add a great deal tb the attractiveness of the Ont,- ario farmstead." Mr, Stewart said that the improvement competition would be open to every county and district in the province, with provision being made for a provincial competition Open to first prize winners in each area. Cinder the program. farm- ors, townships and county groups would he asked to par- ticipate in a general improve- ment of the whole countryside. To assist each county or district committee to finance a satisfactory prize list the De- partment of Agriculture will make a grant to each county on the basis of an average of $8.00 per entry with a maxi- mum grant to each county of $1, 800. Provincial prizes will be awarded, with the first prize winner receiving $500 and a Championship trophy, with the reserve Champion receiving $400 and a trophy. Third to eighth prize winner will re- ceive awards scaling down from $300 to $25, The competitions will be divided into two categories; the Farmstead Improvement Competition, open to all farm- ers and organized on a county and provincial basis; and a Rural Landscape Lriprovement program on a cost sharing ba- sis with county councils. It is hoped that by 1961, as a result of the program, many buildings would be improved and painted, dead trees re- moved d from the countryside, ty + fences repaired, along With the renovation of old cemeteries and the general removal Of debris. 'I am sure that everyone will agree that the prOgtahi provides a very practical way of marking Canada`s' Centen- nial,'" said Mr, :Stewart, YOU NEED SHURGAIN Pasture Dairy Ration Despite the fact dairy cattle were fed well all winter they could lose weight if fed only lush, green pasture. Pastures are high in protein but low in carbohydrates and energy. SHUR-GAIN PASTURE DAIRY RATION is high in carbohydrates and thus provides the energy lacking in lush green pastures. Maintain your herd production throughout the early growing season with SHUR-GAIN PASTURE DAIRY RATION. Wingharn C;) Feed Mill , DIAL 357-3060 WINGHAM, sONI. �IU�IA�II!*IIi�NlMlil�lt!!if I�Hl�lllrlil�Ill�llwfll■til�Ili�lil�II1�N1�1g1*ItCi'illr • a a a 1 • 4