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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1994-12-14, Page 13Brussels Livestock report Cows sell $1 to $2 lower The market at Brussels Livestock for the week ending Dec. 9 were: fed cattle, 665; cows, 437; veal calves, 167; sheep and goats, 262; stockers, 1,450; and pigs, light run. The market at Brussels Livestock saw top quality steers and heifers selling steady with second cut selling $ 1 lower. Cows were selling $1 - $2 lower. Thursday saw veal selling $1 - $2 lower with lambs steady. Friday stockers sold fully steady. There were 401 steers on offer selling from $88 to $94 to the high of $102.75. Twelve steers consign­ ed by Beetonia Farms Ltd., Beeton, averaging 1,415 lbs. sold for an average of $91.27 with sales to $102.75. Sixteen steers consigned by Jim Howatt, Londesborough, averaging 1,324 lbs. sold for an average of $97.07 with sales to $100.50. Seventeen steers consigned by Wayne O'Brien, Centralia, averaging 1,442 lbs. sold for an average of $89.48 with sales to $ 100. Six steers consigned by Jack Giousher, Wingham, averaging 1,383 lbs. sold for an average of $89.19 with sales to $97.50. Eight steers consigned by Clare Dietz, Milverton, averaging 1,333 lbs. sold for an average of $89.45 with sales to $97. Thirty-three steers consigned by Murray Shiell, Wingham, averaging 1,386 lbs. sold for an average of $89.49 with sales to $96.50. Ten steers consign­ ed by Don Culbert, Dungannon, averaging 1,378 lbs. sold for an average o.f $92.90 with sales to $96. Nine steers consigned by Milton Bender, Gowanstown, averaging 1,288 lbs. sold for an average of $90.75 with sales to $95.75. Eleven steers consigned by Carlyle Red Cross The Canadian Red Cross Society believes the safety report made public Dec. 6 by the Krever Commission will help to reassure Canadians about the safety of Canada’s blood supply. "Overall, we hope the positive and very constructive conclusions of this safety audit will contribute to restoring public confidence in Canada's blood supply which is safer than ever," said Dr. M.T. Aye, National Director of Blood Services at the Canadian Red Cross Society. "We fully agree with the recommendation that public confidence must be rebuilt." "The safety report supports our position that Canada's blood supply is one of the safest in the world," said Dr. Aye. "It also points to several areas where the Red Cross is working to further enhance safety." The report, prepared by recognized international experts, arrives at the same fundamental conclusions as those voiced by the Canadian Red Cross in the past two years: there is no cause for Canadians to worry about the safety of today's blood and blood products; there are areas in the Canadian blood system that need to be corrected and implementation of changes will assure continuous improvement. The independent safety audit also supports the Red Cross position, made public in 1993, that there is an urgent need to clarify the roles and responsibilities of the provinces and territories, The Canadian Red Cross Society and the Canadian Blood Agency. Negotiations among these parties arc underway. The Red Cross is committed to working with the other parties to reach a satisfactory agreement. Thomson, Parkhill, averaging 1,424 lbs. sold for an average of $91.91 with sales to $95. Three steers consigned by Grant Mathews, Clifford, averaging 1,203 lbs. sold for an average of $92.01 with sales to $94.75. There were 234 heifers on offer selling from $88 to $94 to the high of $102.75. Eleven heifers consigned by DeWeerd Farms Inc., Stratford, averaging 1,254 lbs. sold for an average of $93.25 with sales to $102.75. Fifteen heifers consigned by Dave Hawkins, Wingham, averaging 1,121 lbs. sold for an average of $>4.08 with sales to $101. Fourteen heifers consigned by Mux Lea Farms, Woodstock, averaging 1,213 lbs. sold for an average of $90.95 with sales to $100. Thirty-three heifers consigned by Maurice Coe, Shelburne, averaging 1,164 lbs. sold for an average of $90.90 with sales to $99. Seven heifers consigned by Charlie Bryan, Grand Valley, averaging 1,321 sold for an average of $91.18 with sales to $97.50. Five heifers consigned by Mike Dalton, Goderich, averaging 1,238 lbs. sold for an average of $91.32 with sales to $96.50. Three heifers consigned by Gordon Daer, Auburn, averaging 1,220 lbs. sold for an average of $88.70 with sales to $96.50. Five heifers consigned by Murray Curran, Dungannon, averaging 1,052 lbs. sold for an average of $91.48 with sales to $95. Seven heifers consigned by Gordon Dougherty, Goderich, averaging 1,227 lbs. sold for an average of $85.84 with sales to $93.75. One heifer consigned by John Schoonerwood, Mitchell, weighing 1,175 lbs. sold for $93.75. reports safe supply The independent safety audit recommends that the Red Cross "continue to implement a strong quality program emphasizing good manufacturing practices." This long-term direction, initiated in 1993 by the new senior management team at the Red Cross, is recognized in the report as consistent with "an international trend toward mandating that blood be handled as a drug produced by manufacturers." The safety report says that eliminating the inappropriate use of blood and blood products has the greatest potential to enhance safety. The Red Cross has been advocating this position for a number of years. Last year the Red Cross proposed a system of direct cost recovery. One of the intended benefits would be to reduce inappropriate utilization. The safety report recommends a modern computer system for all Red Cross blood centres across the country. "We could not agree more," said Dr. Aye. "We are well advanced with the development of a sophisticated computer system since there is no existing product anywhere in the world that could meet the requirements for a large national blood supply such as Canada's. We agree with the safety We will be closed Monday, December 26, 1994 & Monday, January 2, 1995 Dauphin Feed & Supply There were 437 cows on offer selling from $44 to $59 to the high of $77. Four cows consigned by Hank Huigenbos, Wingham, averaging 1,153 lbs. sold for an average of $70.25 with sales to $77. Two cows consigned by Murray Wolfe, Mildmay, averaging 1,075 lbs. sold for an average of $69.71 with sales to $77. Three cows consigned by Delford Schade, Milverton, averaging 1,225 lbs. sold for an average of $58.37 with sales to $74. There were 167 veal on offer selling from Holstein beef. Four veal consigned by Dave Elphick, Lucknow, averaging 594 lbs. sold for an average of $103.76 with sales to $120. Two veal consigned by Larry Rock, Monkton, averaging 618 lbs. sold for an average of $107.77 with sales to $119. Five veal consigned by Nith Crest Farms, Wellesley, averaging 774 lbs. sold for an average of $91.43 with sales to $116. Lambs, 50 - 79 lbs., sold $93 to $221; 80 - 94 lbs. sold $90 to $136; and 95 lbs. and over, $91 to $107. Sheep sold $42 to $69. Two lambs consigned by Hank Vandieten, Seaforth, averaging 55 lbs. sold for an average of $185.55 with sales to $221. Goats sold $23 to $110. Stockers: steers, 400 - 499 lbs., sold $105 to $129; 500 - 599 lbs., $98 to $119.50; 600 - 699 lbs., $91.50 to $118.50; 700 - 799 lbs., $86.50 to $108; 800 lbs. and over, $98 to $115. Heifers, 300 - 399 lbs., $92 to $115; 400 - 499 lbs., $99 to $119; 500 - 599 lbs., $96 to $116; 600 - 699 lbs., $82.50 to $106; and 700 lbs. and over, $81.50 to $105. experts, who visited the Red Cross pilot site in Edmonton, that additional refinements in the computer program are needed. These refinements are underway." The Red Cross cooperated fully with the safety assessment during visits to eight Red Cross blood centres. The report says that there was clear evidence that the sites visited had secure systems that ensured the provision of a safe blood supply. "The report confirms that the public can have confidence in the safety of the blood supply today," said Dr. Aye. The Red Cross has a serious concern that patients who require a blood transfusion might refuse one needlessly. This report should reassure them. The Canadian Red Cross Society is a non-profit, humanitarian organization dedicated to helping Canadians and the victims of conflicts or disasters throughout the world. In Canada, Red Cross blood centres collect 1.2 million units of blood annually to provide the Gift of Life to more than 600,000 individuals every year. Canadian Red Cross swimming and water safety programs involve 1.5 million registrations each year. fHE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14.1994. PAGE 13 Minimize exposure to dusty work areas By Brian Hall, Business Management Advisor A dairy farmer called recently with some farm safety concerns. He had experienced flu like conditions after cleaning up in preparation for storing the new crop. He'd been ill for a two or three day period, but was back to normal at the time of his call. There are two respiratory diseases that are caused by exposure to dusty conditions on the farm. Farmer's Lung is an allergy caused by dust from moldy hay, straw and grain. In the early stage it can seem like nothing worse than a nagging winter cold. If ignored, the allergic reaction can cause permanent lung damage. Working with dusty feed can produce another respiratory affliction called Toxic Organic Dust Syndrome (TODS). It, too, is caused by exposure to very large amounts of dust. Symptoms of acute Farmer’s Lung include fever, chills, a dripping nose, an irritating and harassing cough, blood-streaked sputum, laboured or difficult breathing with a feeling of tightness in the chest, crackling breathing, muscular pain, and depression. These symptoms of an acute Farmer's Lung attack usually decrease after 12 hours, but may linger for up to two weeks. Severe attacks can last as long as 12 weeks. Well documented reference material is available for those who wish more information. The Farm Safety Association offers a factsheet entitled "Farmer's Lung: It Takes Your Breath Away!" As well, the Huron-Perth Lung Association has prepared a pamphlet entitled "Farmer's Lung". Safety officials agree that the Plowmen host meeting The Huron County Plowmen's Association's annual meeting was held at the OMAFRA office in Clinton on Dec. 8. Officers for the coming year are: past pres., Robert Bell, RR 1, Kippen; pres., Paul Bettles, RR 3, Kippen; first vice pres., George Townsend, RR 4, Seaforth; second vice pres., Paul Pentland, RR 6, Goderich; prov. director, Neil McGavin, RR 4, Walton; sec. BRUSSELS LIVESTOCK Division of Gamble & Rogers Ltd. UPCOMING SALES TUESDAYS 9 a.m. Finished Cattle & Cows THURSDAYS 9:00 a.m. Dropped Calves Veals followed by Goats Sheep & Lambs FRIDAYS 10:00 a.m. Stocker Cattle 1:00 p.m. Pigs Thurs., Dec. 15 - 1:00 p.m. Special Lamb & Goat Sale BRUSSELS 887-6461 farming community tends to underestimate the potential danger of dusty conditions. A farmer who is working indoors can inhale a large amount of dust in a very short time. There are several measures that will minimize exposure to dust. - provide as much ventilation as possible when working in dusty areas - move the work outdoors whenever possible - avoid dusty work in confined areas. Keep facilities as open as possible. - keep your distance when you have to work with moldy material - wet down the area when cleaning out grain bins or other areas that are likely to be dusty. An approved toxic dust respirator is recommended for dusty conditions. The device has to be worn correctly to ensure that no leakage occurs around the seal. If there is a leak, you can be sure the contaminated air will come through. Facial hair, either a full beard or one day stubble can prevent a good seal. The literature describes a quick and easy method to check that there isn't a leak in the protection device. Safety people are becoming increasingly alarmed about the dangers of working in dusty conditions. In Perth County it's not difficult to encounter someone who has to be very careful about dust because of too much exposure earlier in their life. It's well known that one must be particularly careful of the fine dust that's found in poultry and hog bams. Let's give this safety problem the attention it deserves. It's short sighted to reject protection because of hurry or inconvenience, when it could mean a healthier respiratory system in later life. treas., Marie Hicknell, RR 5, Seaforth. Huron County will be making a bid for the International Plowing Match for 1999. Miss Charlene Townsend of Seaforth won the $2,500 scholar­ ship at the '94 Match held in Renfrew County. The next meeting of the directors is on Jan. 12 at the OMAFRA office in Clinton at 8 p.m.