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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1982-11-24, Page 22A22 — THE HURON EXPOSITOR. NVEMBER 24, 1982 ) THE NEW EXECUTIVE for the McKillop Federation of Agriculture was elected at their annual dinner) meeting last Tuesday. Seated, left is past president Ken Scott and president Kevin Kale. Standing, left to right; Krista Eckert, secretary -treasurer; second vice-president Leon Maloney; first vice-president Bill Murray. (Wassink photo) McKillop F of A elects 1983 executive, hears OMAF economics director BY RON WASSINK The 1983 executive of the McKillop Federation of Agri- culture was elected at the MFA annual dinner meeting held in the St. Columban Hall last Tuesday evening. Past president is Ken Scott. Elected were president Kevin Kale; 1st vice presi- dent, Bill Murray; second vice president, Leon Ma- loney and secretary -trea- surer, Krista Eckert. Dr. Ralph Benson, assist- ant minister of agriculture of Ontario,was unable to fulfill his commitment as guest speaker. In his place was Bernie McCabe, director of the economics branch off the Ontario Ministry of Agricul- ture and Food (OMAF). Mr. McCabe has been with the ministry since 11974. Number one in the pro- duction of white beans, corn and barley, Mr. McCabe said Huron County is the pro - vine's leading county in agriculture. "The county is also number one in terms of dass one land and also number one In making use off potential agricultural land." He noted that although crop change, OMAF also has had to make changes and reor- ganize. As an example, he noted a marketing division has become a necessity. He said this division has been increased and augmented. Mr. McCabe felt OMAF will have to concentrate 'on for assistance. He noted that most people are dissatisfied with the Agriculture Stabilization In- come program which is avail- able through the federal government. "A national program. the Ontario assist- ance program, piggy -backs Hur le rfa d ntl rig in agrlic tore yields are high this season, "business has been a prob- lem the last few years." Referring to the 1960s and 70s, Mr. McCabe explained farmers concentrated on pro- duction. As a result, land prices skyrocketed. He said the 1980s would have to see several changes. Although farmers have to long-term planning and pro- vide impetus in the financial assistance program. Pro- duced in conjunction with Ontario Federation of Agri- culture, he explained details of the new program which is still available. Approximate- ly 3,000 Ontario farmers, 10 per cent of whom are in Huron County, have applied the federal program." (Voting the dissatisfaction, agriculture minister Dennis Timbrell recently met with other provincial agriculture ministers and tabled a pro- posal for a tri -partite pro- gram in which producers, provincial and federal gov- ernments would co-operate. "Prices would be determined by world export price and would be more rational and fair to all", explained Mr. McCabe. Questioning Mr, McCabe, a federation member asked how much of the $60 million would be spent in the assist- ance program and why $9 million had been allocated for farmers to improve buildings. Mr. McCabe replied that approximately, $30 million would be spent but the assistance will be an ongoing program. "The farmstead program is not actually assist- ance but an employment program and was introduced to all sectors. "The agricultural farm- stead program was a roaring success as it was over -sub- scribed. 11 did help create some summer employment to youth and is not taking money away from other programs." Mr. McCabe concluded that in 1974, North America realized a shortage of grain. He said in 1982, there were 8.3 billion bushels of corn produced in the United States. "The tradeable surplus in the U.S. has doubled." A lucky draw was held with prizes donated by Dub- lin Feed Mill, McGavin Farm Equipment, Doug Schroeder, Seaforth Farmers Co-op and Vincent Farm Equipment. Winners of the draws were Helen McLaughlin, :ill Leeming, Bill Flannigan, Tom Murray and Ken Cole- man. About 50 people enjoyed a pot luck supper preceding the annual meeting of the Seaforth Horticultural So- ciety at the Seaforth Public School Nov. 10. Out -going president Pat Rodney received the reports of the various committees and expressed thanks for the co-operation she had re- ceived in the past two years as president. She then. pre- sented the gavel to the new First Church ladies meet, The joint meeting of the Ladies Aid and W.M.S. of First Presbyterian Church was held on Thursday, Nov. 18. Mabel McMichael, the W.M.S. president,welcomed the members and gave a reading "Look to the Door." In memory of a faithful member Mrs. Chas. MacKay, a prayer and a moment of silence was observed. The roll call was recorded and the treasurer's report given. Viola Lawson, the Ladies Aid president. conducted the remainder of the meeting. Business projects were dis- ,cussed and the meeting eincnd rs5 president, Ruth Beuttenmil- ter. Mrs. iseuttenmiller pre- sented a gift and a past president's pin to Mrs. Rod- ney. Mrs. Rodney presented a gift to Steve Hildebrand who has been secretary for the past four years. Gordon Wright, guest speaker, gave an -excellent presentation of slides, com- entary and music of the Scottish border, Tweed River scenes and many other Allergies to BY STEPHANIE LEVESQUE Weed problems in Perth County were brought to the attention of the county's municipal association at its 34th annual meeting. County weed inspector Cy- ril Brown of RR1 Sebringville gave a slide presentation identifying some of the prob- lem weeds in the county. Mr. Brown is particularity concerned about the giant hogweed which grows about eight feet high. This weed has been found in about 15 small locations in the county and presents a health hazard to some people. The weed inspector indi- cated that after brushing nn ey points off interest including a giant floral clock at din - borough and many eautiful garden scenes. Following the a off Scot- land, Gordon owed a of purri of slid put together especially ff r the Horticul- tural Soci . The net meeting will be held at the school on Feb.9. There will be no December and January meetings. hogweed against the plant, some people experience skin irrita- tion. severe blistering, scab- bing then scaring. About eight to 10 people in the county have had such en- counters with the weed. Mr. Brown received con- sent from county council to either spray the weed himself or have the landowner elimi- nate the weed. He said Perth is ahead of other counties in its attempts tb control the weed. 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