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The Citizen, 1997-06-25, Page 11THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25, 1997 PAGE 11. Brussels Livestock report Fed steer, heifer prices up $3 on active trading The sales at Brussels Livestock for the week ending June 20 were: fed cattle, 706; cows, 206; veal calves, 292; lambs and goats, 247; and stockers, 994. The fed steers and heifers sold actively at prices $2 to $3 higher. The cows sold $2 to $4 higher. On Thursday, veal and lambs sold on a fully steady trade. On Friday calves sold steady with yearlings selling $2 higher. There were 420 steers on offer selling from $90 to $95 with sales to $104. Thirteen steers consigned by Schmidt Brook Farms Inc., Woodstock, averaging 1,442 lbs. sold for an average of $93.01 with sales to $104. Twenty-three steers consigned by Terry Dalton, Lucknow, averaging 1,203 lbs. sold for an average of $92.80 with sales to $101. Thirty steers consigned by Cunningham Farms, Lucan, averaging 1,431 lbs. sold for an average of $93.11 with sales to $100. Four steers consigned by Alvin Hershey, Mount Forest, averaging F arm I Agri-tours offer variety Residents and visitors alike are being told to get out of town - to participate in an agri-tour, that is. Each Monday, throughout the summer, Perth County is offering day-long tours of agriculture sites around the county, put together through the co-operation of Perth County council, Perth County Fed­ eration of Agriculture, Perth Coun­ ty Community Development Council, Tourism Stratford and all the farmers and volunteers. The tours leave the Stratford Tourism Information Centre at 10 a.m. for a family excursion to two 4-H club studies beef setup By Corey Rintoul The Brussels, Belgrave 4-H Beef Club had its second meeting on Monday, June 9 at Paul Coultes's house. The 4-H Club travelled to John Haines and Mr. Frischknecht. Haines’ setup was for beef animals. After walking through members asked him questions. He served pop and donuts to all. The club them moved on to Mr. Frischknecht. Mr. Frischknecht has a wonderful place for heifers and dry cows. The club was amazed at how he cleaned the bam. The club got to find out what heifers and dry cows eat. The members are grateful to Mr. Haines and Mr. Frischknecht for a very interesting 4-H meeting. They had a great time. The next meeting for the Brussels, Belgrave 4-H Beef Club will be held on Monday, June 30 at 8 p.m. at Kim Higgins. 838 lbs. sold for an average of $82.58 with sales to $100.00. Twenty-one steers consigned by Howard Martin, Brussels, averag­ ing 1,385 lbs. sold for an average of $92.29 with sales to $95.75. Three steers consigned by Shirmac Farms, Granton, averaging 1,265 lbs. sold for an average of $93.10 with sales to $95.50. Forty steers consigned by Allan Rundle, Exeter, averaging 1,278 lbs. sold for an average of $93.15 with sales to $95.25. Ten steers consigned by Kada Farms, Bluevale, averaging 1,348 lbs. sold for an average of $93.53 with sales to $95. Five steers consigned by Bill Finkbeiner, Dashwood, averag­ ing 1,283 lbs. sold for $94.25. Twelve steers consigned by Ron Codlin, Grand Valley, averaging 1,518 lbs. sold for an average of $90.77 with sales to $94.25. There were 264 heifers on offer selling $90 to $95 with sales to $96.75. Fourteen heifers consigned by Mux Lea Farms, Woodstock, averaging 1,204 lbs. sold for an farms, historic sites and a country lunch. The bus returns to Stratford by 4 p.m. Each tour offers a unique glimpse into very different aspects of Perth County. A sample excursion might include a Mitchell walking tour, a stop at Crossroads Restaurant, St. Patrick's Church tour, a wander through Brickman's Botanical Gar­ dens and a visit to Emuzing Acres. The cost of the tour includes bus transportation, lunch, farm visits and attractions. The fee for adults (12 years and older) is $40 and children under 12, $35. A family rate for two adults and two children is $110, with each additional child $20. all prices are subject to GST. Tickets can be purchased at Strat­ ford Tourism Information Centre or the Victorian Inn. Further information may be obtained by calling 1-800-561- SWAN, ext. 27. TUESDAYS 9 a.m. Finished Cattle & Cows THURSDAYS 9:00 a.m. Bob Calves Veals followed by Goats Sheep & Lambs FRIDAYS 10:00 a.m. Stocker Cattle 1:00 p.m. Pigs July 31/97 - 100 Suffolk X Sheep, open for breeding, all vac., sheared average of $92.57 with sales to $96.75. Seven heifers consigned by Karl Terpstra, Mitchell, averaging 1,133 lbs. sold for an average of $89.52 with sales to $96.25. Five heifers consigned by Graham Clowes, Orangeville, averaging 1,142 lbs. sold for an average of $87.43 with sales to $94.50. Sixteen heifers consigned by Gord Brown, Shelburne, averaging 1,196 lbs. sold for an average or $91.41 with sales to $94.25. Twelve heifers consigned by Wayne King, Gorrie, averaging 1,198 lbs. sold for an average of $90.93 with sales to $94. Seven heifers consigned by Les Coleman, Kippen, averaging 1,049 lbs. sold for an average of $93.24 with sales to $93.30. Six heifers consigned by Ephriam Hoover, Wroxeter, averaging 993 lbs. sold for an average of $90.10 with sales to $91.50. Ten heifers consigned by Sunnivale Farms, Stayner, averaging 1,175 lbs. sold for an average of $91.06 with sales to $91.50. Five heifers consigned by Ronland Farm, Stratford, averaging 1,111 lbs. sold for an average of $90.26 with sales to $90.75. There were 206 cows on offer selling from $42 to $57 to the high of $66. Two cows consigned by Grant Rhody, Chesley, averaging 1,343 lbs. sold for an average of $65.50 with sales to $66. On Charolais cow consigned by Pine- Lane Farms, Cargill, weighing HCPP host meeting June 25 The Huron County Pork Produc­ ers will be hosting their producers meeting, tonight, Wednesday, June 215, at Hensall Public School, to begin at 7 p.m. Guest speakers will include: Mary Lou McLeod, Ontario Pork will speak on the "Futures" pro­ gram and other risk management tools; Cheryl McLaughlin, Ontario Pork Grading Authority, will explain the latest graphic results for the new APHIN program which monitors pork quality and Joe Gleason, Hay Twp. resident, will discuss the high levels of e-coli bacteria in Lake Huron. 1,780 lbs. sold for $65. Four cows consigned by Jim Whitley, Creemore, averaging 1,360 lbs. sold for an average of $58.95 with sales to $65. There were 15 bulls on offer selling from $57 to $68.50 to the high of $72. One blonde bull" consigned by Ken Dettman, Clifford, weighing 1,605 lbs. sold for $72. Two blonde bulls consigned by Kurt Delschlagel, Clifford, averaging 1,070 lbs. sold for an average of $70.10 with sales to $71.50. There were 292 veal on offer selling from: Beef, $90 to $127; Holstein, $85 to $100; and Plain Holstein, $70 to $85. Eight veal consigned by John Verburg, Londesboro, averaging 671 lbs. sold for an average of $99.36 with sales to $127. Four veal consigned by Lloyd Kacher, Mount Forest, averaging 565 lbs. sold for an average of $105.34 with sales to ROLL-BELT™ BALER Life’s Too Short for IMPERFECT BALES You work hard every day and always give your best. So shouldn’t you expect the same from your round baler? The Model 644 Roll-Belt™ round baler from New Holland. It makes perfect bales every time. • Roll-Belt™ design makes dense, uniform 4’x5’ bales weighing up to 1,000 lbs. • Available Bale Command Plus™ monitoring system takes the guess work out of making great bales • Available wide pickup for large windrows Stop in today and check out the new Model 644. After all, don’t you think you deserve the best? 527-0245 887-6365 hEW HOLLAND $118.50. Two veal consigned by Steve Layton, Clinton, averaging 603 lbs. sold for an average of $105.17 with sales to $113. Lambs, under 50 lbs. sold $147 to $162.50; 50 to 80 lbs., $145 to $161; and 80 to 95 lbs., sold $135 to $150. Sheep sold $44 to $70. Goats sold $25 to $65. Steers, under 400 lbs., sold $99 to $139; 400 - 499 lbs., $99 to $132; 500 - 599 lbs., $95 to $121; 600 - 699 lbs., $89 to $112.25; 700 - 799 lbs., $70 to $107; 800 - 899 lbs., $95.50 to $111.50; 900 lbs., and over, $90 to $107.50. Heifers, 300 - 399 lbs., sold $82 to $132; 400 - 499 lbs., $92.50 to $115; 500 - 599 lbs., $85 to $113.50; 600 - 699 lbs., $74.50 to $103; 700 - 799 lbs., $81.25 to $105.50; 800 - 899 lbs., $84.75 to $100; and 900 lbs., and over, $74.50 to $101. Plain stockers, sold $45. to $53.