HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1999-02-03, Page 17THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 3,1999. PAGE 17.
OFA president says ‘Settle internal differences9
THE EDITOR,
While struggling to survive the
current market disaster, it is not
surprising that pork producers are
deeply concerned about their future
in the industry. Good and lively
discussions are being held on issues
such as producer marketing
systems, and increased involvement
in the processing industry itself, to
achieve more competition and
control.
Some people are wondering
where the Ontario Federation of
Agriculture stands on these matters.
The OFA is of the firm belief that
producers should have the right to
decide among themselves how they
want to market their commodity.
General Farm Organizations
(such as the OFA) are not in a
position to tell various commodity
groups, including pork producers,
how best to market their product.
Farmers know their industry in
detail, and what alternatives are
available to them. The commodity
groups must decide among
themselves which approach is in
the best, long-term interests of their
members.
Therefore, the OFA is not in a
position to dictate to the Ontario
Pork Producers Marketing Board
and its members how their hogs
should be marketed. But once that
internal decision is made, pork
producers can be assured that the
OFA will stand four-square with
them to see that the chosen
approach has an opportunity to
work on their behalf.
In addition, we are there to lobby
for other policies and programs
which can contribute to the future
viability of pork and other
producers, such as the disaster
assistance program, and the
proposed government-supported
loan program.
The food industry is undergoing
massive change as processors and
retailers consolidate to gain ever-
increasing power in the
marketplace. In the war to maintain
our fair share of the food dollar, the
last thing we need is division
among our ranks. Let's settle our
internal differences quickly,
because the bigger battle is yet to
come.
Ed Segsworth, President
Ontario Federation of Agriculture
Seaforth student defends school
District school bd. accepting
French immersion registrants
For further information, contact
Marie Parsons. Telephone: toll
free: 1-800-592-5437, extension
129 or local: 527-0111, extension
129 or Dianne Stevenson at
extension 139.
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possibility of this happening. They
are saying how traumatic it would
be for some of the students to have
to switch schools.
Reality check! In the last year I
have felt this apprehension various
times. Some nights I would go to
bed wondering whether or not my
school would be voted, by trustees,
to stay open another year. I'll be
honest, that's an unfair feeling for a
student to have to endure.
Despite what some people think,
students at Seaforth District High
School have feelings too.. In
addition, it would be traumatic for
us to be relocated to another
school, as the Madill students have
expressed it would be.
Also, I am angered by people
saying that our school does not
offer the course selection that we
need for continuing our education.
It is surprising to me how students .
who do not attend Seaforth DHS
know so much about our course
selection. They feel that they would
not be able to get enough courses to
further their education.
For example, I want to continue
my education in the medical field
and I know this is possible as
various graduates from SDHS have
gone to this profession. I surely
hope that universities only accept
students who have the
qualifications, because who knows,
you might be on my operating table
someday! It would be unfortunate
if I did not have the proper
"courses."
Also, my friend's brother who is
a graduate of SDHS is known for
accommodating all students,
whatever their career choice.
If Brussels students were
transferred to Seaforth DHS they
could look forward to the friendly,
non-judgmental people and the
enthusiastic environment that we
offer. After all, Seaforth is "The
Friendly Town."
Sincerely, .
Sarah Agar, Grade 11
Seaforth District High School.
The Avon Maitland District
School board is accepting
registrations for French Immersion
programs - beginning in Grade 1
and Grade 4 for September.
Sites in the North (Wingham
area), Central (Clinton/Seaforth
area) and South (Stratford area)
will be announced at a later date.
The board will endeavour to
provide busing for these students
where possible.
Registration forms are available
at your child(ren)'s school or the
Administration Office, 62 Chalk
Street North, Seaforth, Ontario.
Completed forms may be returned
to the school or directly to the
Administration Office.
Deadline for registration is
Friday, Feb. 19.
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