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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1986-10-29, Page 23if? Centralia College event, November 5 Many open house attractions "People will always have to eat, and most prefer their nutrients in forms produced by agriculture", was principal Doug Jamieson's comment in reference to the theme chosen for CCAT's 1986 Open House on November 5, "Agri -food - An Industry with a Future'. Jamieson acknowledged that though enrollment has remained stable in the food services manage- ment and animal health technology courses at the college, the present troubled farm scene has been reflected in declining enrollment recently in the agricultural business management course. First- ear students' this year number 44, down from 81 last year, and way down from an all-time high of 114 in 1884. Jamieson noted that all agricultural resource services - production, pro- cessing, preparation and retailing - are very competitive and operate on a global scale. Canadian agriculture has the human resources and other support systems necessary for effi- cient production, but "`is getting beat up" as other countries protect their producers by subsidization. Jamieson believes the keywords in agricultural management now are "adopt" and "compete". He said the ABM course has always emphasized • ,• :Ik 'fa..1 ing sound business principles. The curriculum has changed to encom- pass such new technology as computers. One of the main displays depicting the many careers to which CCAT graduates can aspire will be parts of an exhibit from last year's Careers 2001 show which attracted 60,000 visitors to the Toronto Automotive Building. This will be found in Huron Hall. All displays in all the buildings on the campus will focus on how the in- dividual CCAT courses prepare the grads for future careers in many fields. "We should be s . timistic that the VIEW DISPLAY — The Ontario Agricultural Museum at Milton had one of the many displays at Friday's professional day for elementary teachers. Anne Hinrich, right, shows an apple drying demonstration to, from the left, Jane Brown, William VanWieren, Betty !inks and Rob Payne of the host school. Committee seeks ideas for uses of corridor How can the Exeter -Morrison Cor- ridor be improved and managed for the benefit of our community'? If you have an idea, there's a local group that wants to know. The Town of Ex- eter, the Township of Usborne, the Exeter Lions Club and the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority are the organizations involved in the Bxeter-Morrison planning committee. The Exeter -Morrison Corridor ex- tends along both sides of the Ausable River from the west edge of the Town of Exeter to the east end of the Mor- rison Dam Conservation Area in Osborne Township. The purpose of the committee is to develop the existing resources of the corridor for recreation of varying types, wildlife management and forestry. Jon Dinney of Exeter is the chairman. The committee has met twice and the members discussed several preliminary ideas. These possible developments include a winter wonderland, an improved year-round trail system on both sides:of the river, wildlife habitat management and forest management. The committee encourages any in- terested individuals to contribute their ideas for projects. This can be done by contacting in writing any of the organizations involved, or by speaking to a member of the Exeter ar. ACCEPTS GI4T — Huron director of education Bob Allen accepts some teaching aids from Shirley Cooper of the Huron South Women's In- stitutes at Friday's professional develgpment day on "agriculture in the classroom". The teaching aids were prepared by area WI members. 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Arrangements for income tax deductible donations can be made through the Ausable Bayfield Conser- vation Foundation. future of this industry will continue, though perhaps not in its present form. As long as we are prepared to develop and utilize new technology, we can do an effective, efficient job in satisfying the demand for food, but we need overall support from this country", Jamieson concluded. First-year foods technology student Kathleen Reid was equally optimistic. An essay she wrote promoting Open House has been incorporated into CCAT's press release. Kathy wrote: "Something exciting is happening this fall! Centralia Col- lege of Agricultural Technology is putting on its annual Open House on Wednesday, November 5th from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Don't miss it! "This is a chance for Centralia's students to show you what they have learned and made in each course taught at the college. The industries of Agriculture and Food are displayed at a level of importance and significance to everyone. "Open house is the opportunity for all to view displays in areas of in- terest, whether as a future student, an employer in the field, an interested parent, or a person who simply feels a general curiosity for "Agri -food, the industry with a future." "Prospective students can take the time to meet future teachers, fellow students and friends. As well as get a first hand look at the College and campus. Discover the friendliness and closeness that makes Centralia so great. "College is the step between today and future careers. Don't miss this chance to ask questions and get the right answers, one to one with a col- lege representative. Let the students of Centralia show what an Agricultural College is all about — the rewards, work, fun, people and successes. "Agri -food", is "An Industry with a Future" and Centralia College of Agricultural Technology knows all about futures." The Open House will begin with a media reception at noon. Food demontrations will be given throughout the afternoon in the food lab at Middlesex Hall. "Milk Marvellous is schedulated for 1:30, "Entertaining with Ease" at 3:00, and "Christmas Brunch at 4:30. All displays will be on view from 1:30 un- til 7:30 p.m. The bridge building competition which proved to be very popular last year is being held again at 2:00 p.m. in the Engineering Building. - A hockey game between CCAT col- lege teams will face off in the Huron Parkarena at 3:30. Skits and impromptu speeches con- test will get underway at 6:30 in Mid- dlesex Hall. The public is invited to come, tour "*the campus, browse through the ex- hibits, and talk to the talented and en- thusiastic young people who planned the Open House and designed the dislays proving that agri-food is an in- dustry with a future. Times -Advocate, October 29, 1986 Po a 7A ,11;11 �. t11111ttii 111IMI'-1 READY FOR A RIDE — Martha Russell is ready for a ride on a Uniloader at Thursday's Becker Form Equipment October -Best Festivities. At the left is Bob Becker. 1' Winter Wheat Covers Winter Kill Deadline Oct. 31 Agent Donald Weigand RR 1 Dashwood, Ontario Agriculture Ontario Ministry of Canada V Agriculture and Food Drainage pays off with better soil structure Good drainage prevents unnecessary soil damage such as compaction, smearing and crusting. Working wet fields with heavy soils causes reduced yields and damage to soil structure which may take years to reverse. Also, equipment which becomes bogged down means costly, time-consuming delays and often Oxpensive dam- age to the machinery. 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