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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1997-03-12, Page 14PAGE 14. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12,1997 Brussels Livestock report Fed steer, heifer prices continue upwards trend The sales at Brussels Livestock for the week ending March 7 were: fed cattle, 903; cows, 336; veal calves, 264; lambs and goats, 198; and stockers, 1,402. The fed steers and heifers sold $2 higher. Cows sold on a strong market. Veal sold on a very strong active trade with lambs selling on a fully active strong market. On Friday the Stocker calves sold $2 to $3 higher with the yearlings selling steady. There were 571 steers on offer selling from $90 to $95 to the high of $103. Ten steers consigned by Jim Howatt, Londesboro, averaging 1,334 lbs. sold for an average of $98.88 with sales to $103. Twenty- one steers consigned by Schmidt Brook Farms Inc., Woodstock, averaging 1,395 lbs. sold for an average of $91.23 with sales to $100. Thirty-seven steers con­ signed by Stan Francis, Kirkton, averaging 1,300 lbs. sold for an average of $87.20 with sales to $98.50. Three steers consigned by John Coleman, Kippen, averaging 1,147 lbs. sold for $97.50. Three steers consigned by Jerry Cronin, Dublin, averaging 1,341 lbs. sold for an average of $95.76 with sales to $97.50. Twenty-five steers consigned by Ross Battin, Monkton, averaging 1,381 lbs. sold for an average of $92.26 with sales to $97. Thirty-nine steers consign­ ed by Dale and Dave Foster, St. Marys, averaging 1,411 lbs. sold for an average of $91.04 with sales to $95.75. Three steers consigned by Willard Siegner, Mildmay, averag­ ing 1,288 lbs. sold for an average of $91.83 with sales to $95. Thirty steers consigned by Cunningham Farms, Lucan, averaging 1,421 lbs. sold for an average of $91.63 with sales to $95. Five steers consigned F arm A Look at Agriculture Seed Spacing ... making the most of genetic technology Ralph deVries, Crop Consultant with Howson & Howson Ltd. When we discuss planting com, attention is primarily given to optimizing seeding rates (plant population) and planting dales. The significance of uniform spacing within the row is some­ times overlooked and not given sufficient attention. However, com seed needs to be planted as uniformly as possible within the row to ensure maximum yields and optimal crop performance - regardless of plant population and planting date. What's the impact of irregular placement? It’s well documented that com plants next to a gap in the row may produce a larger car or additional ears (if the hybrid has a profile tendency) which compensates in part for missing plants. But these plants cannot make up for those which are crowded, i.e. plants spaced too closely together in the row, that compete ineffectively for sunlight, waler and nutrients. Crowding com plants often results in barren plants or ears too small to be harvested (nubbins), as well stalk lodging and ear disease problems. This is also how corn breeders improve the characteristics of com by crowding the plants at higher populations and then selecting the plants that perform the best. Corn producers have not had much actual data that refers to the importance of uniform planting. In recent years research has been conducted at Purdue University to evaluate the effect of within-row spacing variability on corn grain yield. Commercial corn fields have also been sampled to establish a base line on plant spacing variability under "real world conditions." Based on the Purdue studies, it appears that corn growers in Indiana could improve grain yield anywhere from four to 12 bushels per acre, if within-row spacing were improved to the best possible uniformity (depending on how bad the spacing variability was to begin with). Huron County com growers would probably observe similar responses for corn grain yields to within-row spacing variability because many of our production environments are similar to those in Indiana. It may not be exactly the same amount of bushels per acre increase, but the percentage increase would be similar. The single most effective way to improve planter accuracy is to keep planting speed within the range specified in the planter’s manual. The following are some additional points to consider for improving seed placement uniformity: 1. With plate-type planters, match the seed grade with the correct planter plate. 2. Planters with finger pick-ups should be checked for wear on the back plate and brush (use a feeler gauge to check tension on the fingers, then tighten them correctly; each manufacturer has his own specifications depending on the age and wear of the machine). 3. Check for wear on double-disc openers and seed lubes. 4. Make sure the sprocket set­ tings on the planter transmission are correct. 5. Check for worn chains, stiff chain links and improper tire pressure. 6. Make sure seed drop lubes are clean and clear of any obstruc­ tions. 7. Clean seed tube sensors if you have a planter monitor. 8. Make sure coulters and disc openers arc aligned properly. If the gap between the discs is loo wide the seed trench is created unevenly and then results in uneven seed placement. 9. With air planters, match the air pressure to the weight of the seed being planted. by Berberick Bros., Mildmay, averaging 1,267 lbs. sold for an average of $94.35 with sales to $94.50. There were 302 heifers on offer selling from $90 to $95 to the high of $99. Five heifers consigned by Allan Thornton, Gorrie, averaging 1,319 lbs. sold for an average of $87.12 with sales to $99. Twenty- three heifers consigned by Tom Triebner, Exeter, averaging 1,210 lbs. sold for an average of $94.12 with sales to $98.75. Four heifers consigned by Irvin Schenk, Petersburg, averaging 1,161 lbs. sold for an average of $94.12 with sales to $97. Seven heifers consigned by Decroft Farms Ltd., Clinton, averaging 1,114 lbs. sold for an average of $93.36 with sales to $95.50. Eleven heifers consigned by Pete Sereda, Centralia, averaging 1,144 lbs. sold for an average of $91.67 with sales to $95.50. Fifteen heifers consigned by Bev Hamilton, Hensail, averaging 1,177 lbs. sold for an average of $91.54 with sales to $95. Five heifers consigned by Machan Construction, Monkton, averaging 1,165 lbs. sold for an average of $91.43 with sales to $94.75. Three heifers consigned by Neil Weppler, Ayton, averaging 1,142 lbs. sold for an average of $91.37 with sales to $94. Two heifers consigned by Carl Mollard, Parkhill, averaging 1,070 lbs. sold for $93. Four heifers consigned by Jim Shaw, Bluevale, averaging 1,157 lbs. sold for an average of Custom cleaning and/or treating of: 5*4 V . id Soybeans and Small Grains in Brussels Area K. & L. BRAY FARMS Ethel, Ontario (519) 887-6553 Spring Is Just Around The Corner! Custom Seed Cleaning Service By Appointment We ARE a LOCAL SEED SUPPLIER FOR: • Grain • Corn • Soybeans • Forages • Lawn Seed • SPECIAL FORAGE MIXTURES TO MEET YOUR OWN REQUIREMENTS • ATC SEED APPLICATION AVAILABLE Mycogen Seed Dealer • Corn • Soybeans • Alfalfa Discover the TMF Crop Program! Bringing You Agriculture's Future*** LONDESBORO ~ -As ' SEED PLANT CUSTOM SEED CLEANING GRAINS - BEANS - FORAGE SEEDS Phone: 519-523-4399 or 523-4279 P.O. Box 272, Londesboro, Ont. NOM 2H0 BOB SZUSZ, PROPRIETOR ■ $90.63 with sales to $93. There were 336 cows on offer selling from $40 to $62 to the high of $73. Two cows consigned by Auswill Farms, Mildmay, averaging 1,398 lbs. sold for an average of $67.65 with sales to $73. Three cow consigned by Dennis Dolmage, Londesboro, averaging 1,311 lbs. sold for an average of $66.73 with sales to $72.50. Two cows consigned by Trent Graf, Elmwood, averaging 1,020 lbs. sold for an average of $64.79 with sales to $71.50. There were 15 bulls on offer selling from $55 to $68 to the high of $81. One black bull consigned by Keith Moffat, Bluevale, weighing 1,685 lbs. sold for $81. One Piedmontes bull consigned by Harold Snider, Atwood, weighing 1,690 lbs. sold for $70. There were 264 veal on offer selling, Beef: $80 to $111; Holstein, $70 to $85; Plain Holstein, $50 to $70. Eighteen veal consigned by John Verburg, Londesboro, averaging 658 lbs. sold for an average of $87.28 with sales to $111. Three veal consigned by Murray Nelson, Palmerston, averaging 653 lbs. sold for an average of $95.61 with sales to $110. Five veal consigned by Shawn Haelzle, Gorrie, averaging 622 lbs. sold for an average of Continued on page 18 BRUSSELS LIVESTOCK Division of Gamble & Rogers Ltd. UPCOMING SALES TUESDAYS 9 a.m. Finished Cattle & Cows THURSDAYS 10:00 a.m. Bob Calves Veals followed by Goats Sheep & Lambs FRIDAYS 10:00 a.m. Stocker Cattle 1:00 p.m. Pigs Special Sales: Easter Lamb & Goat Sale Thurs., March 12 & 20 approx. 1:30 p.m. Sat., March 29 10:00 a.m. Stockers in lieu of Good Friday BRUSSELS 887-6461 Livestock Producers You are invited to attend an information meeting to be held at Brussels Legion on Wed., March 19,1997 7:29 p.m. Topic: Grazing Management Featured Speaker: Ben Bartlett University of Michigan, Forage and Livestock extension agent Topic: Benefits of Controlled Grazing Sponsored by: Brussels Agri Services R.R. #3 Brussels, Ontario (519) 887-9391 Added Feature: Gallagher Power Fencing will have a Fence Impulse Analyzer machine on hand to test any brand of energizer you may have to see if it is working correctly. Bring in those old units to see if they are up to snuff. Testing from 7:00 !o 7:30 p.m.