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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Times Advocate, 2006-01-04, Page 15Wednesday, January 4, 2006 15 Itall startsonthe gnculture f-1AI?PY_ N E �T YPL The Exeter Times -Advocate surveyed prominent members in our community asking for their forecast of 2006. Will it be a year of development, change and challenge or will it be a year of cutbacks, hard decisions and hard work? ORGANIZATION: Tom Prout TOM General manager, Ausable Bayfield Conservation PROUT Authority 2006 WILL BE A YEAR OF: community-based watershed conserva- tion. We will be celebrating 60 years of working with municipalities, community groups and landowners in educating, conserving, improving and enjoying the natural resources of the Ausable, Bayfield and Parkhill watersheds. Don't miss the 60 projects for 60 years in 2006. It could be a school group at Camp Sylvan, the July 30 barbecue, a project in your community or an award to your neighbour. Source water protection planning is now supported by draft legisla- tion: the Clean Water Act. As every year goes by the Walkerton tragedy drifts further to the back of our minds. However the proposed Clean Water Act and source water protection planning will give all of you an opportunity to have your say and ensure that this type of human pain and suffering doesn't happen again. Conservation plays a very important role in your community. The challenge is to increase communications, continue developing partner- ships and develop a clear environmental agenda - an agenda which includes agriculture, tourism, industry and community interests, and finds the right balance for sustainable watershed communities. All the best to you in 2006. TIMES -ADVOCATE The Exeter Times -Advocate surveyed prominent members in our community asking for their forecast of 2006. Will it be a year of development, change and challengesor will it be a year of cutbacks, hard decisions and hard work? ORGANIZATION: Teresa Ondrejicka - Chairman / TERESA Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority O N D REJ I C KA 2006 WILL BE A YEAR OF: honouring all those who have been involved in the ABCA. Be it the staff, the board of directors, the member municipalities, or our very generous partners, all of the above con- tributed to the very worthwhile cause of preserving our natural environ- ment. We will celebrate, initiate projects, continue to educate our chil- dren and take a moment to always respect and marvel at what Mother Earth provides us. Our slogan says it all: "Rich in tradition, focused on the future." THE COMING YEAR'S CHALLENGES AND HOW TO MEET THEM?: In 2005 the Conservation Authority lost a very valued individual to our organization. The passing of Gord Strang was indeed one of those moments where reflection was neces- sary. There are not many of us who walk the Morrison Trail without feeling his presence. On a lighter note we know Gord would have found the alligator an absolute hoot. He would have stood there and just shook his head grinning ear to ear. A special thanks to Suzanne and family for the generous donation of the vehicle that will cruise the trail transporting those who otherwise may never see its beauty or splen- dour. What a fitting tribute to Gord. Lamb selling at prices up to five dollars higher Brussels Livestock Market report for the week ending Dec. 30 Email us at info@brusselslivestock.ca Total receipts 1,452 head of cattle, 337 lambs and goats Summary Tuesday: The fed steers and heifers sold actively with prices up $3 to $4. Choice steers and heifers sold 102 to 107 sales to 113.25, second cut steers and heifers sold 98 to 102. The cows also traded on a stronger market with prices $7 to $8 higher. Thursday: Both the veal and lambs sold on a very strong active trade with the lambs trading at prices steady to last week and the veal selling at prices $2 to $5 higher. Friday: The heifers sold on a steady market while the steers sold on a fully steady market. Steers There were 251 steers on offer. Johnston Farms, Bluevale consigned one blue steer weighing 1435 lbs which sold to Norval Meat Packers for 113.25. Their overall offering of 18 steers averaged 1464 lbs selling for an average price of 107.19. One blue steer consigned by Darren Johnston, Bluevale weighed 1395 lbs which sold to Norval Meat Packers for 112.25. His overall offering of nine steers averaged 1429 lbs selling for an aver- age pricce of 108.51. Brian Bearss, St. Mary's consigned one black steer weighing 1265 lbs which sold to Norval Meat Packers for 109.25. Twelve steers consigned by Lawrence Martin, Harriston averaged 1434 lbs which sold for an average price of 109.19 with his top three red steers averaging 1403 lbs selling for 111. Amzi Wideman, Listowel consigned one blonde steer weighing 1415 lbs which sold for 109. Forty steers consigned by Elliott Farms, Melbourne averaged 1430 lbs which sold for an average price of 106.55 with their top limo steer weighing 1410 lbs selling for 109.75. Joseph M. Bauman, Newton consigned three limo steers averaging 1225 lbs which sold to Norval Meat Packers for 109.85. His overall con- signment of 20 steers averaged 1315 lbs selling for an average price of 106.27. Fourteen steers consigned by Willard B. Martin, Drayton averaged 1502 lbs selling for an average price of 104.74 with his top two gold steers aver- aging 1468 lbs selling for 108.25. Enoch Wideman, Wallenstein consigned one gold steer weighing 1400 lbs which sold for 108. His overall offering of 14 steers averaged 1320 lbs selling for an average price of 104.58. Three steers consigned by Jesse M. Bauman, Newton averaged 1428 lbs selling for an average price of 104.11 with his top limo steer weighing 1380 lbs selling for 109.25. Heifers There were 103 heifers on offer. M -R Farms, Exeter consigned one limo heifer weighing 1390 lbs which sold for 108.75. Their overall offering of five heifers averaged 1295 lbs selling for an average price of 104.50. Five heifers consigned by Maynard Martin, Drayton averaged 1314 lbs which sold for an aver- age price of 107.75 with his top limo heifer weigh- ing 14101bs selling for 108. Clarence Dekens, Clinton consigned one limo heifer weighing 1250 lbs which sold for 108. Seven heifers consigned by Salverda Bros., Londesborough averaged 1369 lbs selling for an average price of 106.87 with their top limo heifer weighing 1405 lbs selling for 107.75. Martin Metske, Lucknow consigned one red heifer weighing 1290 lbs which sold for 106.75. His overall offering of 12 heifers averaged 1314 lbs selling for an average price of 104.96. Six heifers consigned by Dale Weppler, Ayton averaged 1299 lbs which sold for an average price of 103.59 with his top two limo heifers averaging 1423 lbs selling for 105.50. Arthur and George Hinz, Monkton consigned five gold heifers averaging 1331 lbs which sold for an average price of 102.76 with slaes to 105.25. Cows There were 126 cows on offer. D1 & D2 35-42 sales to 50.50 D3 30-35 D4 20-25 Mel Greig, Gorrie consigned one hol cow weighing 1730 lbs which sold for 46. One limo cow consigned by John Dewan, Lucan weighed 1625 lbs selling for 45. Blue Oak Farms, Ripley consigned one black cow weighing 1585 lbs which sold for 43. Bulls Not enough to establish a market. Veal There were 115 head of veal on offer. Beef 120-125 sales to 130 Good Holstein 105-112 sales to 116.50 Medium Holstein 90-105 Plain and Heavy Heavy: 95-105 Holstein Plain: not enough to establish a market. Moses J. Shetler, Lucknow consigned one limo steer weighing 625 lbs which sold for 130. Mike Kikkert, Zurich consigned two char veal steers averagin 718 lbs which sold for 130. One red veal steer consigned by John Martin, Lucknow weighed 690 lbs selling for 126. Lambs under 50 Ibs 225-280 50-65 lbs 200-275 65-80 lbs 182.50-271 80-95 lbs 153-170 95-110 lbs 159-176 110 lbs /over 156-166 Sheep 87.50-95 sales to 100 Goats 66-260 Top Quality Stocker under 400 lbs 400-500 lbs 500-600 lbs 600-700 lbs 700-800 lbs 800-9001bs Steers 115-139 111-138 111-139 109-131.75 105.50-122 111-121 900-1000 lbs 114-122 over 1000 lbs 110.50-121.75 Top Quality Stocker Heifers under 300 lbs 99-132 300-400 lbs 90-124 400-500 lbs 104-119.50 500-600 lbs 101-124.50 600-700 Ibs 97-122 700-800 lbs 94-113.25 800-900 lbs 93-115.50 over 900 lbs 91.115 CARPET BOWLING Mon., Dec. 19/05 Don Maguire 3W41 Ray Hodgson 3W39 Mike Underhill 2W31 Helen Patterson 2W25 Wilmer Adkins 2W24 Marion Dearing 2W23 Marshall Dearing 2W21 Mike Underhill 2W20 Fri., Dec. 23/05 Marshall Dearing 3W-36 Bill Sullivan 2W-25 Mike Underhill 2W-22 Audrey MacGregor 2W-21 :5 Trees R Us Make your community a greener, healthier place by planting trees this new year. The Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority (ABCA) sells trees for environmental projects. Let us help you match the proper trees with your site. No green thumb? You could even hire us to plant your trees for you. Spring order forms available now at www.abca.on.ca or call us at (519) 235-2610 or 1- 888-286-2610 for your order form. Grants may be available to help with your project costs. Act now! The spring order deadline is January 31. J THE HURON COUNTY FEDERATION OF AGRICULTURE is hosting an ALL -CANDIDATE meeting for the upcoming federal election, on Friday, January 1 3, 2006, at the Goderich Township Hall, Holmesville, 8 p.m.... come out and bring your questions... Everyone Welcome!!! L J