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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1980-09-11, Page 13Damage corn Bim' invasion hits Huron Huron County along with many parts of Western Ontario has been hit by an invasion of the northerncorn rootworm adult. Huron's. Ag. Rep. Don Pullen said Wednesday morning that there is a lot of concern in his department about the losses this insect could inflict on 1980 faun crops. While being very visible in many vegetable and flower gardens, the new insect to this area is becoming very harmful to crops, especially corn. Mr. Pullen said the insects are believed to be originating in the United. States and in the larvae;! 'Stage have weakened' corn stalks, He , continued, "If wed get a lot of strong winds in the nextweek or tw I'm afraid it could mak. a real mess of the cor fieldsfalx" as the weak stalks . The corn crop was also_ hit earlier by westerni rbotworm, a brown insect which chewed off soman silks when the corn was. pollinating, The ag rep added, "The.. northern corn rootworm which is green in color certainly causing us concern, wondering what`. the situation will b e next year;','• Third gooayeai'H More than 650 Ontario farmers hired an agricrew this season, making this the third successful year , of the summer youth em- ployment program.' The agricrew program operated, for eight weeks, from June 23 to August 15. Fifty four -member crews and the necessary support staff created jobs for 300 Ontario students, aged 15 to 21. The crews were available to far- mers for up to five con- secutive days for $90 per day. "The farmers were really pleased with the agricrews' work this summer," says _Henry_ Reinders,, program He concluded on this subject, "If people in towns and villages are wondering what the little: green bugs in their gardens, are, it's the northern corn rootworm, adult version." On the•subject of white beans, Mr. Pullen said bumper crops which were forecast earlier may not. materialize. He said, "Dueto ozone damage, some white beans have ripened prematurely which will cause a considerable reduction in yields." "Despite this ozone set- back and some earlier damage by .vhite mould the yields should still be aver-ag'e or just above. Another week of good —weather -and there w41.1 --be a pile of beans har- vested," he continued. Mr. Pullen said many Huron County barns are full of good quality hay because of . a fantastic crop of second and third cuttings. supervisor. "They apH preciated being able to hire a supervised crew which could work on itO own because it freed the farmer to do other work.'' The agricrew programi, sponsored by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, and Food, is unique in Ontario. The students work for an eight-hour' day doing a wide range of farm labor . including haying, painting, and building fences. "The students enjoyed. the ".program, and some • are looking forward to a $ second summer," says 1 Reinders. "They,, liked working outside and, gaining diverse and' valuable job ex-' periences". Farm and home news A survey done by Cornell University shows that women do a better job of saving young dairy calves and baby pigs than men. The survey shows that women lost 14.7 percent of the young animals; children lost 15 percent and employees lost 18 percent. Owners were the worst performers and lost 18.8 percent. Researchers involved in the study point out that there are lots of ex- ceptions and regardless of sex, age or other considerations, some people just aren't in- terested it young animals. In. general, however, women are more patient and have a better feel for the job. Husband and wife teams are becoming more common in hog operations and usually the wife will supervise breeding and farrowing operations, while the husband gets involved with other chores and farm work. The savings and added production that go along with lower mortality make women very valuable barn managers. The added touch for care and cleanliness often pays added dividends i iljnerd health and grdwth rates. With all these con- siderations in mind, maybe there should be a herdswornan in your future. MACHINERY THIEVES BUSY The high price of machinery has resulted in an increease in theft of all types of machinery, particularly large con- struction equipment and farm tractors. A report from law enforcement officials in the United States showed 2,648 farm tractors reported stolen.. This equipment represented $132 million. Federal Wvestigators. indicated hat most of the equip- ment rapidly left the country for Mexico and Central America. Although there haven't bee.n any reports of large equipment theft in this area, some have reported parts taken from machinery, cars and trucks in their yards. It would be a good idea to checks on your in- surance and not leave machinery in a spot that might entice problems. SILAGE GASES Silo filling time will soon be here. Silo gases can be produced a few hours after filling and are. most prevalent 12 to 60: hours later. The danger period can last up to three weeks. Silo 'gas is nitric and nitrous oxides and, whet mixed with air, become nitrogen dioxide: In high concentrations, it can be colourless and odourless. The gas is extremely dangerous. Low levels cause irritation to the 'eyes, throat and lungs, and can,. result in respiratory problems after exposure. High. levels cause paralysis and sudden death. The gas is more prevalent in tower silos, but can occur in ensiling situations where ven- tilation is poor. Being heavier than air the gas tends to hand over the surface of the settled silage. Running the silo blower may merely agitate the fresh air above the gases without forcing them out. To eliminate this hazard , an oxygen or fresh mask and equip- ment should be used. This will allow the operator time to climb the silo and remove the doors in the chute down to the level of the silage. Descend and, allow several hours fpr the gas to dissipate, br run the blower for 30 minutes. In summary, follow these precautions. 1. Never enter the silo when first opening it without having help nearby if needed. 2. Use an oxygen supply and remove doors down to the level of the silage. 3. Allow several hours for the gas to dissipate, or run the blower 30 minutes. 4. Ventilate feed room • area well. 5. If you were exposed to the gas without an oxygen supply, see your doctor immediately. 6. Post your silo to read: WARNING SILO GASES PRESENT DO NOT ENTER Toxic gas test equip- ment is available through Safety Supply Co., 214 King St. East, Toronto. 364-3234. Oxygen or Fresh Air Masks are available, through Farm Safety" Association, Suite 22-23,- 340 Woodlawn Rd. W., Guelph, N1H 116.' Telephone 5194046* news farm news. Just like the car dealers, the agricultural equip- ment dealers introduce their new, improved 1981 models with a bit of fanfare. Last week, Lobb's showed off their Case line at a gala preformance under the Clinton grandstand, complete with bands and free food, and later in the week, Fraser showed off the new Steyr tractor line at Brucefield. (News - Record photo) Stok Association interested in 4-H poultry club BY BARRY CLEAVE The regular monthly meeting of the Huron County Poultry, Pigeon and Pet Stock Association was held_ Thursday evening, August 21 in the Board Robin of the O.M.A.F. offices at Clinton with 15 members present. President Jerome Sweeney opened the meeting ' and' .. following. roll call, the secretary read the minutes of the June ` 17 meeting and a report on the picnic and show at Cliff and Laura Pepper's. home. Errol Schlotzhauer moved the minutes be adopted as read. Secretary Daniel also reported on his inquiries into th possibility of the Associa ion sponsoring as 4-H p ultry club for Heron , County. Agriculture represen- tative Don Pullen stated that- there is a definite _interest in a poultry club 'for 1981 and would keep the Association in mind if and when the. club is Organized. ' Barry. Cleave reported that ite nab been able to find a copier of the type wanted by the club, but had some possibilities. Secretary Daniel read correspondence from several companies donating specials to the October 4 fall show. The guest speaker for the evening, Mr. Percy Aheirs of Toronto, was not able to attend so Cliff Pepper very ably filled in with' a report on the C.N.E. and said he thought the'entry was up, especially in large fowl and -bantams. He listed the champions and who Match exhibits ready The Hon. John Black Aird, Lieutenant - Governor of the Province of Ontario, will open the 1980 International Plowing Match on Sep- tember 30. From opening day to October 4, a huge temporary city will emerge near Woodstock. It's the amazing tented city, a unique feature*of the Annual International Plowing Match. Visitors can " see the latest in farm equipment and agricultural supplies at more than 500 exhibits. One exhibit which will interest everyone is the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food display. "The exhibit will focus on problem weeds, erosion control and monitoring reproduction of livestock," says Jack Hagarty, of the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food. "We will have aerial photographs of nearby farms so people can see their farms from a different angle. We will have specialists on hand. to answer questions. Factsheets will also be available." The exhibit is located . on 4th Street, close to the headquarters building. It consists of an indoor and outdoor tented display area. Outside, the agricultural museum will exhibit ° antique agricultural equipment G Ii Vyyj4 "" 4man 0 Bean Defoliating Applied by Jim's Flying Service Ltd. Eliminate Second-6rowt -- --Weeds' GET AN EARLIER HARVEST & EASIER COM3INING AAn Contact i 4u Milton L Dietz std. A ' R.R. 4, Seaforth Phone 527-0608 and the agricuituhal energy management resource centre will advise farmers how to save energy on the farm. Inside, visitors can examine wee`ft' samples from area fields rat mature and seedling stages. owned them. Cliff then told about his trip to judge the Cape Breton Exhibition at North Sidney, N.S. and about the show there. 'He was especially impressed with the Nova Scotia hospitality. Superintendents and clerks for the fall show were chosen and are: Poultry Superintendent -- Barry Cleave, Assistant - Cliff Pepper; for pigeons - Victor Daniel to act as Superintendent with James Martin 'to .assist. Clerks for poultry , are Barry Cleave and George Tieman; for pigeons - Victor Daniel and Jerome Sweeney. The attendance draw was won by Cliff Pepper and re -donated. Bob Monteith presented a nice trophy ash tray as a special for the fall show. • 'There ;will be a bantam ,table show for the Sep - tem ber 16 meeting. Following the meeting, asocial time with cookies and coffee would up the evening. Ship your livestock 0 with FRANK VO GEL DASHWO D Shipper To U ited Co-operatives Of Ontario Livestock Department, Toronto Monday is shipping day from Varna Stockyards CALL DASHWOOD 238-2707 OR BAYFIELD 565-2636 by 7:30 A.M. For Prompt Service Also Western Stockers & Feeders Available ORD,; THURSDAY, SEPTUM MI I R11,198 * AGE 1M 0 supp trespass act The Ont do Federation of Agriculture ° (OFA) compliments th.e provincial government for its new Occupiers' Liability and Trespass legislation which " will come into force on September 8th. OFA President, Ralph Barrie, said ' the legislation was long overdue as trespassing, particularly from hunters and recreationists, has' become a real problem in rural areas. Barrie said the OFA has been pushing for a new property - reduced. greatly The new regulations are rather complex, Barrie said, and urged farmers to get full details from either their local Conservation officers or' the police department. Barrie said the most important step now is to ensure that local police departments enforce the new legislation. "The police have always been reluctant to prosecute trespassers before and unless there is a major legislation for over 20 change • in attitude, the years. new, legislation is not •--,---zzr�zira jOr"pI"UV381()iTS"�O'�"�9-in�•t0-�'ItOx�'.�r-hE-$a�d�.•,---«-_...,___.._.,_, the new legislation in- Barrie concluded by clude an increased fine of saying farmers, both as up to $1,000.00, and up to $1,000.00 for com- pensation for damages. 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