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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1997-09-03, Page 23THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3,1997 PAGE 23. Brussels Livestock rejzort All stocker classes show strong active trading The sales at Brussels Livestock for the week ending Aug. 29 were: fed cattle, 659; cows, 225; veal calves, 421; lambs and goats, 253; and stockers, 1,675. F arm The fed steers and heifers sold on a steady trade. Cows sold steady to last week. Veal sold $1 to $2 lower with plainer veal selling $2 to $3 lower. Lambs sold on a fully strong active trade. All classes of stockers sold on a fully strong active trade. There were 393 steers on offer selling from $88 to $94 to the high of $97.50. Fifty-four steers consigned by Cunningham Farms, Lucan, averaging 1,331 lbs. for an average of $92.75 with a limo steer weighing 1,290 lbs. sold for $97.50 purchased by MGI Packers. Thirteen steers consigned by Schmidt Brook Farms Inc., Woodstock, averaging 1,421 lbs. sold for an average of $92.46 with sales to $96.75. A rwf steer consigned by Lauderlea Farms, Listowel, weighing 1,320 lbs. sold for $96 with his total offering of nine steers averaging 1,245 lbs. selling for an average of $92.43. Fifteen steers consigned by Johnston Farms, Bluevale, averaging 1,439 lbs. sold for an average of $91.36 with a char str. weighing 1,435 lbs. sold to Holly Park Meat Packers for $95.50. Sixteen steers consigned by Ken Eadie, Holyrood, averaging 1,351 lbs. sold for an average of $91.89 with sales to $94.75. Eighteen steers consigned by Martin Metske, Lucknow, averaging 1,182 lbs. sold for an average of $90.17 with sales to $94.75. Three steers consigned by Karl Terpstra, Mitchell, averaging 1,388 lbs. sold for an average of $94.33 with sales to $94.60. Three steers consigned by Aaron Fischer, Ayton, averaging 1,262 lbs. sold for an average of $93.77 with sales to $94.25. Thirty-two steers consigned by Dennis Calhoun, Chesley, averaging 1,147 lbs. sold for an average of $92.90 with sales to $93.75. There were 240 heifers on offer selling from $88 to $93 to the high of $94.75. A gold heifer consigned by Simon Martin, Mount Forest, weighing 995 lbs. sold to Howatt Bros, for $94.75 with his total offering of 19 heifers averaging 1,056 lbs. selling for an average of $90.40. Eight heifers consigned by Norm McClinchey, Auburn, averaging 1,273 lbs. sold for an average of $87.28 with a limo heifer weighing for 1,245 lbs. selling for $94.75 purchased by Holly Park Meat Packers. Eighteen heifers consigned by Hugh Love, Atwood, averaging 1,148 lbs. sold for an average of $90 with sales to $93.50. Two heifers consigned by Dave Tremeer, Seaforth, averaging 1,155 lbs. sold $93.00. Eight heifers consigned by Gerald Rathwell, Brucefield, averaging 1,231 lbs. sold for an average of $86.41 with sales to $92.75. Two heifers consigned by George Chettleburgh, Wingham, averaging 1,035 lbs. sold for $92.75. Ten heifers consigned by Murray McLellan, Mitchell, averaging 1,090 lbs. sold for an average of $88.67 with sales to $91.75. Sixteen heifers consigned by Bill Wassnidge, Ailsa Craig, averaging 1,161 lbs. sold for an average of $90.31 with sales to $91.25. One red heifer consigned by Ken Toman, Elmwood, weighing 955 lbs. sold for $90.75. Six heifers A Look at Agriculture Yellow Soybeans? Ralph deVries, Crop Consultant with Howson & Howson Ltd. Recently, there have been several inquiries about "yellow­ looking" soybeans. This could be the result of many factors; some of the main ones are potassium deficiency, brown stem rot, environmental stress, poor modulation or Sudden Death Syndrome. All these diseases and stresses can be easily confused with each other; but with more careful investigation, some might be eliminated. Each one will often show the yellowing of the top leaves. Potassium deficiency occurs in cool soils where root growth is restricted and the soil is low in potassium. Low or eroded areas in a field are often the first areas to show such injury. Plants quite often grow out of this condition but the leaf edges may turn brown. Brown stem rot is a disease that is caused by a fungus. The fungus survives in the soil residue. The disease becomes most severe under cooler temperatures but the leaf symptoms are most severe during warm weather. This disease usually shows up late in he season and gives the plant a stressed appearance. If the stem is cut length-wise the centre of the stalk will appear brown instead of a healthy, whitish colour. Poor root nodulation is when the plant does not produce nodules to fix its own nitrogen. To ensure that you have good nodulation, one must apply an inoculant. The lack of nitrogen causes the plant to look yellowish. The inoculant in consigned by Gord Brown, Shelburne, averaging 1,101 lbs. sold for an average of $88.90 with sales to $90.75. There were 225 cows on offer selling from $45 to $58 to the high of $68. One limo cow consigned by Arie Greydanus, Grand Valley, weighing 1,300 lbs. sold for $68. Six b’onde cows consigned by Hanover Stock Farms, Puslinch, averaging 1,405 lbs. sold for an average of $56.30 with sales to $66. Two red cows consigned by Jim Masters, Orton, averaging 1,035 lbs. sold for an average of $60.60 with sales to $64.50. There were 17 bulls on offer selling from $60 to $70 to the high of $72.50. One sim bull consigned this case did not work. This can be explained because inoculant bacteria are living organisms which require moisture to survive. In many cases this spring, the soil was dry after planting which resulted in the death of the bacteria. The final result is that the bacteria did not inoculate the plant. Sudden Death Syndrome (SDS) is a newly-discovered disease. The soybean plant appears yellowish at the top and quickly loses its leaves. Infection of the soybean plant is enhanced by any plant stress. The soybean plant will quite often abort its newly developed pods. SDS is caused by a soil fungus which is present mostly during cool, wet conditions. The fungus survives in soil and crop residues and quickly multiplies when moist conditions develop. The disease is spread during moist conditions. Most often it is found in very fertile soils. It has been demonstrated that some varieties are more resistant to Sudden Death Syndrome than others. In conclusion, you have soybeans that appear yellowish especially at the top of the plant. It could be one of several diseases or environmental conditions that might have caused it. It may also be that your soybeans are an early variety and are shutting down. You could further investigate the problem with assistance from someone who may be knowledge­ able about these conditions. by Long Lane Simmentals, Puslinch, weighing 1,950 lbs. sold for $72.50. One limo bull consigned by Hank Huigenbos, Wingham, weighing 1,790 lbs. sold for $72. There were 497 veal and bob calves on offer: Beef veal sold $90 to $127; Holstein veal, $80 to $95; JOHN McKERCHER CONSTRUCTION LTD. • backhoeing • bulldozing • loader and truck rental • sand, gravel and topsoil • stone pile and rubble removal • septic systems R.R. #2 Bluevale 887-9061 if busy 887-9999 Fax: 887-9999 LIQUID MANURE APPLICATION "WHAT'S NEW" The Huron Stewardship Council and several Livestock Commodity Groups are hosting a field demonstration profiling some of the latest technology and information relating to liquid manure application. Friday, September 5, 1997 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Lot 21, Concession 4, Mclallop Township (one intersection east of Seaforth and two north) AGENDA INCLUDES: John Arts, pork producer and hast farmer Don Hilbom, OMAFRA Waste Management Specialist Gary Roberts, Stratford Agri Analysis Equipment Demonstrations -what’s new from Husky, Nuhn and DFK (Yetter) For more info contact Steve Bowers (887-9137), Rowena Wallace (522-0804), or Evert Ridder (482-5033) natural resources." Huron Stewardship Council: "Dedicated to responsible management of our soil, water and other The Huron County Board of Education Adult Learning Centres Welcome You! free instruction open days and evenings credit courses to complete your high school diploma ®> employment counselling services ^computer courses e> co-op programs and work placements learning labs ©> literacy programs For more information call the Adult Centre nearest you. Vanastra Community School 482-5922 South Huron District High School 235-4872 or 235-4079 Seaforth District High School 527-2521 Goderich District Collegiate Institute 524-1402 or 524-2515 F. E. Madill Secondary School 357-4361 or 357-1451 A. Carter f ! Chair P. Carroll Director Plain Holstein, $60 to $80. A bwf veal consigned by Marlin Metske, RR 5, Lucknow, weighing 625 lbs. sold for $110.50. A grey veal consigned by John Martin, RR 1, Lucknow, weighing 680 lbs. sold for $108.50. A veal consigned by John Verburg, RR 1, Londesboro, Continued on page 27 77