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The Huron Expositor, 1989-08-30, Page 2020A — THE HURON EXPOSITOR, AUGUST 30, 1989 Flexibility ky to new fairs, exhibition' prnsvcizi Agriculture Minister Don Mazankowski has announced a new federal assistance policy for fairs and exhibitions. "This new program, a result of three years of extensive consultation with the industry, provides the flexibility that will allow fair associations to better serve their communities,,' Mr. Mazankowski said. At the request of the fairs, flexibility was built into the funding arrangements, creating year-round opportunities to broaden the scope of their activities in support of the agri-food industry. Starting April, 1990, any agricultural activity scheduled by a fair participating in the program will be eligible for federal assistance if it satisfies one or more of the objectives identified during the con- sultation process. The review stressed four main objec- tives: marketing; technology transfer and education; training and development of rural residents; and agriculture awareness. The new program will have the same $2.5 million annual budget as its predecessor. Fairs already in the program are assured continued funding over the next three years to allow them ample oppor- tunity to enhance their activities, where needed, in order to qualify under the new criteria. The changes also include a lifting of the freeze on the eligibility of new fairs so that all fairs and exhibitions in Canada can qualify under the revised program. "Flexibility is the keyword in these changes," Mr. Mazankowsk added. "Fairs can become mor- aggressive in marketing and other aT , c to the agri-food industry Fairs will cont. • procId, agricultural program ru: juniors The program recognizes the historical importance of livest k shows across the country and answe-s the industry's call for their rationalization Fair rt t, devote 50 per cent of the ieuera. coat, tion to livestock activities but the ' „'• half may be applied towarL. an. I -onset or activity that satisfies the objectives of the program. In areas where livestock is not a major industry, fair organizers ran r' neat ti adjustment of the S, r' • ment to benefit loca The program's trate Two Huron teachers award winners Pat Allen, Dixie Lee Arbuckle, Sandy Braid, Helen Crocker, Florence Keiller, Ila Mathers, Mary Moffatt, Marie Par- sons, Georgina Reynolds and Jean Turner of the Huron Women Teacher's Associa- tion recently attended the Annual Meeting of the Federation of Women Teachers Associations' of Ontario held in Toronto. Huron W.T.A. had two distinguished award winners at the Annual Meeting: Carol Simons, a retired teacher, who served as primary -junior affirmative ac- tion co-ordinator and also held a variety of Federation offices including Huron Changes to target price good The recently announced increase in the target price of industrial milk in Canada of 39 cents per hectolitre is seen by the Board to be a step in the right direction. Commenting on the announcement, Grant Smith, Chairman of The Ontario Milk Marketing Board, said "The federal Minister of Agriculture, Mr. Mazankowski, is hearing the message from milk producers, and has made this decision to help Canadian milk producers meet rising costs." This action shows flexibility while maintaining Canada's commitment to the GATT negotiations, including the cap on industrial milk prices which remains intact. When the in- crease in target price is balanced with the reductions in government -funded dairy programs, identified in the recent federal budget, the government says it has not increased the aggregate level of support for dairy producers. • Mr. Smith also welcomed the federal government's reaffirmation of its commit- ment to supply management in the dairy sector. "The 39 -cent increase does not cover all the increases in real costs indicated in the cost of production when it is indexed Federal crop Insurance should be more flexible The Federal Crop Insurance Act should be made more flexible so that Ontario can get on with improving its crop in- surance programs, according to the Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario. The CFFO Provincial Board has en- dorsed, with one exception, the proposals for program changes that the Ontario Crop Insurance Commission has drafted. They endorsed a new cost sharing ar- rangment: the federal government pays 50 percent, farmers pay 35 percent and the provincial government pays 15 per- cent of premiums. The province would also pay for adminstration of the present arrangement. At present, the premiums are shared 50-50 between the federal government and user while the province pays for administration. The CFFO Board supported the development of options that allow coverage above 80 percent of average yield. However, it does not want cost sharing arrangements extended to them. Users should pay for the full costs of such options, according to the Federatioi9. The Federation supports flexibility in the federal act to allow for coverage ad- justments whep farm entrepreneurs adopt new farm practices. The proposed changes do not include spot loss coverage or separate farm coverage. "These changes to the federal act will allow Ontario to get on with tailoring crop insurance to the needs of the 1990s," said Jack Vanderkooy, CFFO President. "They go a long way to meeting the con- cerns that we have about the program." to present conditions", noted Mr. Smith, "but at least the problem has been recognized." He went on to say that The Ontario Milk Marketing Board welcomes the opportunity through Dairy Farmers of Canada to participate in the Dairy Task Force established by Mr. Mazankowski to address future dairy policy, Cost index- ing, border controls and target pricing are among the many issues that need to be reviewed. The increase is less than one per cent and is the first increase in industrial milk prices since February 1988, a period of 18' months. The mills used in manufactured products like butter, cheese, yogurt and ice cream is affected by the increase. It does not apply to liquid milk for table use. also aline to use its entire federal r' one year on an approved cauda. ,.,,DPI) me project. This option Ch . I.n . +.err a once•every five years. ERGSales - Service installation Free Estimates • Barn Cleaners • Stabling • Bunk Feeders Donald G. Ives R.R. 2 Blyth Brussels 807-9024 Sur Life Asqurenee Company of Canada LIFE & MORT• AGE INSURANCE PUNS OEFERREC ANNUITIES, INCOME TAX DEDUCTIBLE RRSP RRIFS NON-SMOKERS RATE AVAILABLE Rep. ARNOLD snP/NISSEN 117 GoderIch 51, East, 5ealorth Tel. 929,0690 W.T.A. President, received Home—, Membership in F.W.T.A.O. for her se - vice to education, to the teaching profes• sion, and to the Federation. Mary Ellen Walsh, a print. aL leave from the Huron Public Boart. o. Educa- tion is pursuing a Doctoral programme it. education at O.I.S.E. in Toronto. Mary Ellen's study involves assessing the ef- fects of rotary time tabling on in- termediate students, and relating it to the O.S.I.S. guidelines. She was th recipient of the Florence I. P Berson ' I. 'ship - a $7,500 aware' Mary '..len a past president of Huror More than 690 delegates from across Ontario debated professional issues in- cluding immigrant children, affirmative action, racism, special education and teacher shortage. The delegates overwhelmingly confirm- ed their commitment to their professional organization as a strong voice for elementary women teachers. Grey County vice-principal Helen Penfold was re- elected President. The Federation, which represents On- tario's 36,600 women public elementary school teachers, is the largest teacher organization in Ontario. J-Cotmsted 5 -louse Beef Ch' Breq(fgst GREEN PEACE? - Someone hung this homemade flag from the -Seaforth water tower last week, which says • "Green Peace." Why this was done, and who climbed the tower is a mystery. PUC Manager Tom Philips commented' that he doesn't know of any seals in. Seaforth, and wondered about iceburgs in the water tower. Corbett photo. Cozy guest rooms in a distinctive older home offering you a warm welcome and comfortable accommodation MEMBERS OF S.O.QV.A. and SW.D.T.A. Exclusive Private Dining Facilities for Breakfast Meetings, Dinner Parties, Luncheons, Birthdays, Rehearsal Parties, Business Meetings. Your Hosts: John & Gwen Patterson Seaforth 622.2040 Deliver Your Young • from page 2 Taylor, Gary Nicholson, Mike Stinnissen, Norman Bell, Ted Wilbee, Christine Turn- builaPat McGrath, Anne Troutbeck coach, Cathy Mountain, Mary Sills, Angela Devereaux, Jeannette Watterworth, Dianne Lansink, Karen Henderson and Joanne Goettler. It was 50 years ago when Mr. And Mrs. Lorne Wilson of Brucefield first attended the Toronto Exhibition. It was September 9, 1914, and they had just been married and were on their honeymoon. This weekend they begin the celebration of their golden wedding anniversary. Maitland • from page 3 Huron shoreline. Mr. Boyd has a wealth of education and experience in the field of coastal geomorphology which he as freely shared with the Authority staff, and directors. He has conducted seminars for direc- tors staff and the public on lake shore problems. Much of this work was done on his own time. Gary also promoted the idea of undertaking the Lake iuron Shore Processes study, which the MVCA is currently participating in. The public is invited each spring to rn ke nomination for these awards. The nominations , are reviewedxby'commit- tee of MVCA 'directors. ITE Q.. aIity TO y0 EAREST ~ E''SALL CO-OP RECEIVlG ELEVATOR Now 5 locations to receive white beans Help increase the market share of the only Farmer -Owned Comprehensive White Bean Dealer in the industry! Also handling Soybeans • Corn ha1111 ll 1161114— CI to 1110P(1,1011,40 Mensal) 262,4002 Seaforth Office '52741770 -Elevator 5,2t1.0,24