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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1994-05-04, Page 12PAGE 12. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MAY 4,1994. Brussels Livestock report Tenhove veal reach $112.50 high, average $105.41 Sales at Brussels Livestock for the week ending April 29 were: fed cattle, 772; cows, 210; veal calves, 219; sheep and goats, 196; slockcrs, 1,750; and pigs, 65. Fed steers and heifers al Brussels livestock sold on a steady trade. Cows sold $1 higher. There were 594 steers on offer selling from $97 to $105 to the high of $111.75. Thirty-three steers consigned by Bill Hayden, Goderich, averaging 1507 lbs. sold for an average of $101.94 with sales to $111.75. Eleven steers consigned by Cunningham Farms, Lucan, averaging 1445 lbs. sold for an average of $100.51 with sales to $111. Nine steers consigned by Ron Dietrich, Mildmay, averaging 1382 lbs. sold for an average of $101.34 with sales to $110.25. Eighty-one steers consigned by Mac Willits, Wingham, averaging 1431 lbs. sold for an average of $101.11 with sales to $110.25. Eighteen steers consigned by Johnston Farms, Bluevale, averaging 1312 lbs. sold for an average of $99.65 with sales to $109. Nineteen steers consigned by Dennis Calhoun, Chesley, averag­ ing 1298 lbs. sold for an average of $102.62 with sales to $110. OMAFRA hears from Huron clients By Robert Humphries, P.Ag. Agricultural Representative for Huron County The eighth annual meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs' Client Advisory Committee was held in Clinton on March 21,1994. The meeting involved representatives from the major farm commodity organizations plus members from Huron County Council. One of the tasks, enjoyed by most, was the group discussions on issues facing Huron's agricultural community in the upcoming year. Once a number of issues were identified, the hard job of preparing solutions began. In column form, here are the issues identified by the client advisory committee. ISSUE Biotechnology (e.g. B.S.T.) Corporate Control of Primary Agriculture Bigger companies bbying each other out Government Restraints (i.e., property tax reform, tax rebate) Importance of Agriculture Research and Development Diseases (e.g. BVD) PROPOSED SOLUTION(S) - new technology has been happening for decades - we are going to have to accept it as part of doing business. - impossible to stop - incentives/lures to franchise - producers need to stick together - window of opportunity for niche markets - economic turn around - tax reform - leave the budget for rebates alone - its spin off effect needs to be identified OMAF Cutbacks Environment Drainage Costs Soil Erosion and Water Quality Wetlands Policy Weather Farm Transfers Commodity Prices Rural Economic Development More communications with the commodities Loss of Local Control - lobbying needed for more dollars - better education for vets on new diseases - send message to OMAFRA administration that budget for "Rural Affairs" not be taken from existing dollars - use Environmental Farm Plans - increase farmers' awareness of environmental issues - government controls on size of livestock and cash crop operations - farmers working together on a common issue - more efficient use of pesticides (e.g. Band Spraying) - lobby the government for lower interest rates on tile loans that are currently 8% - reinstate and redesign the Land Stewardship Program - its best aspect was that local people controlled the process itself - more information needed before planners implement the policy - weather radio - maintain capital gains exemption - maintain profitability, keep costs down so a farm can be transferred - better financial management - safety nets/crop insurance/market revenue plan - proper risk management - develop objectivity, do not speculate - tax incentives for small business start ups - create a better rural lifestyle - better rural land development - support the General Farm Organization - work together for a common cause - we need to take control and avoid "Made in Toronto" solutions - defend against misinformation given on agriculture - properly designed consultations with farm leaders needed - want less government in our lives - communications with all levels of government needs improvement - no solution proposed Six steers consigned by Paul Johnston, Bluevale, averaging 1355 lbs. sold for an average of $102.51 with sales to $107.25. Seven steers consigned by De Kroon Farms Ltd., Dublin, averaging 1349 lbs. sold for an average of $99.38 with sales to $106.50. Fourteen steers consigned by Carlyle Thomson, Parkhill, averaging 1371 lbs. sold for an average of $101 with sales to $106. Thirty-nine, steers consigned by Lome Forster, Lucknow, averaging 1464 lbs. sold for an average of $98.68 with sales lo $105.75. There were 166 heifers on offer selling from $95 to $101 to the high of $103.75. Fourteen heifers consigned by Mux Lea Farms, Woodstock, averaging 1219 lbs. sold for an average of $100.20 with sales to $103.75. Four heifers consigned by Jake Versteeg, Clifford, averaging 1138 lbs. sold for an average of $98.14 with sales to $103. Four heifers consigned by David Proper, Wingham, averaging 1218 lbs. sold for an average of $99.52 with sales to $103. Six heifers consigned by Daryl Dunbar, Belgrave, averaging 1108 lbs. sold for an average of $100.82 with sales to $102.25. Six heifers consigned by Archie Jacklin, Bluevale, averaging 1085 lbs. sold for an average of $94.33 with sales 4-H Flashers host photo display By Jodi Semple Saturday, April 30 the Cranbrook 4-H Flashers had their achievement day. Each member brought dessert and displayed their 12 best pictures that had been taken as part of this club. Parents and friends enjoyed viewing the photos and later were served coffee and goodies by the 4-H members. Leaders for this club were Ross Hemingway, Darlene Fischer and Kelly Overholt. lo $101. Six heifers consigned by Jim Nichols, Mitchell, averaging 1100 lbs. sold for an average of $96.23 with sales to $98.75. Three heifers consigned by Donald Scott, Holyrood, averaging 1103 lbs. sold for an average of $98.39 with sales to $99.50. Six high of $112.50. Four veal consigned by Henry Tenhove, Monkton, averaging 623 lbs. sold for an average of $105.41 with sales to $112.50. Four veal consigned by Wayne Durnin, Aubum, averaging 750 lbs. sold for an average of $86.66 with sales to arm heifers consigned by Gary Mikel, Mitchell, averaging 1102 lbs. sold for an average of $96.14 with sales to $98. Two heifers consigned by Jim and Les Stephenson, Ethel, averaging 1120 lbs. sold for $97.85. There were 210 cows on offer selling from $65 to $74 to the high of $85.25. Three cows consigned by Eckerlea Acres, Seaforth, averaging 1597 lbs. sold for an average of $72.78 with sales to $85.25. One cow consigned by Hank Huigenbos, Wingham, weighing 1190 lbs. sold for $81.50. One cow consigned by Joseph Kieffer, Teeswater, weighing 1470 lbs. sold for $74.75. There were 219 veal on offer selling from $71.50 to $90 to the $108.50. Six veal consigned by Antone Van Osch, Lucknow, averaging 698 lbs. sold for an average of $94.04 with sales to $108. Lambs, under 50 lbs., $135 to $161; 50 - 79 lbs., $130 to $149; 800 lbs. and over, $91 to $ 126. Goats, sold $37 to $120. Stockers: steers, 400 - 499 lbs., sold $115.50 to $151; 500 - 599 lbs., $119.50 to $145; 600 - 699 lbs., $110 to $134.50; 700 - 799 lbs., $98.50 to $130.50; and 800 lbs. and over $100 to $123.25. Heifers, 300 - 399 lbs., sold $105.50 to $134.50; 400 - 499 lbs., $114.50 to $131.50; 500 - 599 lbs.,, $107 to $129.50; 600 - 699 lbs., $101.75 to $129; 700 lbs. and over, $102 to $121. BRUSSELS LIVESTOCK Division of Gamble & Rogers Ltd. ■ a m m a at a aUPCOMING SALE! TUESDAYS THURSDAYS FRIDAYS 9 a.m. Finished Cattle & Cows 9:00 a.m. Dropped Calves Veals followed by Goats Sheep & Lambs 10:00 a.m. Stocker Cattle 1:00 p.m. Pigs BRUSSELS 887-6461 Bill 91 (Agriculture Labour Relations Act) Animal Welfare Client representatives are also asked to suggest topics for winter training programs. Some of the training needs for 1994 included: Business Trainina - computer technology - farm asset transfer - welding (farm projects) marketing commodities Personal Training - first aid - employee relations - no solution proposed - employee/employer relations - financial analysis - accrual accounting - new skills and training - computer technology You’ll be in Stitches soon! Check next week's paper for directions Hens Only Roosters Turkeys Minimum Order 25 Chicks MILLS BLYTH NOM 1H0 523-9624 Mixed Chicks Brown Egg Layers HOWSON MILLS Chick WINGHAM NOG 2W0 357-2700 Days ORDER BY MAY 6 PICK UP MAY 27 Howson & Howson Limited FLOUR & FEED MILLERS COMPLETE FARM SUPPLIES