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THE HURON EXPOSITOR, APRIL 6, 1883 -• A13
HORSE RIDE -Julie Vogels and Boyd Devereaux take a
ride on a horse guided by Monica Westervelt during a visit
to the Westervelt farm last week. The ride was part of a
GET CRACK(.N'-John Westervelt gets some added
assistance from Christa Leonhardt at his farm last week.
Children from the Seaforth Nursery School got a first hand
look at farming on the farm located east of town.
(Svela photo)
Notice Of
Public Meeting
day -long visit to the farm by children from the Seaforth
Nursery School. (Svela photo)
Cotton improves
t milk production
Whole cotton seed. be- Fat 24.3% 22.0%
cause it is high in fibre and Crude Protein 23.6% 21,7%
high in energy, has the Estimated TDN 92.4% 85%
potential to improve both Crude Fibre 19.8% 18.2%
Milk production and butterfat Acid Detergent
test in early lactation, high Fibre 23.9% 22%
producing cows. In one Cali- Calcium 0.15%u 0.14%
fornia trial. 6.8 pounds of Phosphorus 0.73% 0.67%
cotton seed increased butter-
fat test from 3.7 to 4% with no
change in milk production.
Milk protein decreased by
0.15% - . Similar improve-
ments in fat test have been
reported in other trials, par-
ticularly when butterfat test
is depressed or borderline
due to other ration compo-
nents. Currently, cotton seed
is corning into Ontario at
approximately $300 per ton,
which is. significantly above
it's estimated nutrient value
of 5195 per ton, based on
Peterson's equations. Be-
cause of this, it may only be
justified for very high produc-
ing cows subject to butterfat
depression. On a nutrient
basis, one kilogram of whole
cotton seed replaces approx-
imately .38 kilograms of 44%
soybean meal and .72 kilo-
grams of dry shelled corn. A
complete nutrient analysis is
as follows:
Dry matter basis As fed
Dry Matter 100% ` 92.0''•
CORPORATION OF THE
TOWNSHIP OF McKILLOP
to discuss the proposed establishment of
proposed Gravel Pits by:
MR. KEN HULLEY on S1/2 of W1/2
of Lot 11, Concession 13
and by:
GEORGE RADFORD CONSTRUCTION
LTD. on E1/2 and SI/2 of Lot 11,
Concession 13
in the Township of McKillop
Wednesday, April 27
at the
McKillop Municipal Office
Winthrop
at 8:00 p.m.
Magnesium 0.35% 0.32%
Potassium 1.20% 1.10%
Manganese 9.5% 8.8 ppm
Copper 54.6 ppm 50.2 ppm
Zinc -? -?
Cotton seed is being
brought into Ontario by H.S.
Knill Company Limited, Par-
is, Ontario, Phone 519-442-
3106.
Because of it's high fat
content, high levels of cotton
seed in dairy rations can
cause digestive disturbances
and butterfat test depression.
U.S. feeding recommenda-
tions suggest a maximum
feeding level of 3 kilograms
per cow per day, however,
based on our own experience
with full fat soybeans, an
upper limit of 2.2 kilograms
for cotton seed may be more
practical. Cotton seed con-
tains gossypol which is toxic
to non ruminant animals. It
should not be fed to yount
calves or to poultry or swine
at any level.
-Dennis Martin
Assoc. Agr. Rep.
Proper drainage
could present
several problems
The benefits of tile drain•
age for individual farm fields
are well documented, but
nearly all the studies of
drainage have concentrated
on the effects on the field. not
on the overall effect on the
stream. the watershed or the
other farms in the area.
Kesearchers in the School of
Engineering at the University
of Guelph are looking at these
aggregate effects.
what is the effect on
streamflow? What is the
effect on farms down stream?
Is water quality affected?
What happens after heavy
rainfall. or during snowmelt
periods? A study now under
way is designed 10 answer
some of these questions and
to pros ie factural data which
could aid watershed manage-
ment agencies and govern-
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aping longterm policies. pro -
Check points necessary
in farming process
BY JACK HAGARTY
Today, very few farms are gold outright to
family. The process is more one of evolution
than revolution. Evolution fits into the
scheme of things around a farm. Change is
gradual and growth of plants, animals and
people is a natural thing. However, it is
useful to have some check points in the
system. There needs to be some way of
setting goals and testing progress.
A Farm Business Agreement between
two generations is a useful tool. Each
contributes individually or jointly owned
assets, labour and management to the
business. Net income is split on some
agreed percentage. The agreement is a
useful means in the transfer of farm assets
while the junior member is accumulating
assets and working into the business and
the senior member is phasing out of the
business. •“
There are many farmers at the mid -age
point searching like detectives for clues that
would help them solve a mystery. The
mystery is complicated by many factors -
high inflation, high interest rates and
uncertain markets. One father asked a very
interesting question recently, "How do you
treat all children equal?" Another asked,
"Is it fair to burden one child with a
5250,000 debt and a lifetime of struggle?"
Most of these question need to be
answered by another question. "Is it fair to
give each child an equal amount of
money?" Some may have been willing to do
chores morning, night and weekends.
Others may have concentrated on off -farm
activities. Some may have a good education
and a job with security that provides cash
for life. In fact, is it fair to be equal to all?
Does a child have a real commitment to
farming? Or is it just because they don't
know what else to do? Farmers at this
mid -age point are not ready to retire.
Maybe that's a good thing. It takes a lot of
management to operate a successful farm
business. Experience and education make a
good team; and communication is a key
word to harmony on any team. What is a fair
wage for a young person coming home to
farm? Everyone has a different answer. A
farm accountant with a lot of farm
experience says thaole the young
person receives $200 a week . usually
doesn't work out. Many parents gasp at this
figure of 510,400 per year, but the
accountant points out that it doesn't have to
be in cash. It can be in livestock, demand
notes or back wages paid in the future. One
problem with paying a wage is that the
young person gets no benefit from inflation
in land and livestock. The monthly paper-
work involved in paying income rax.
4-H offers
variety of clubs
unemployment insurance, workman's com-
pensation, and Canada Pension annoys
most farmers.
An income share o the net income is one
solution. The young erson has an incentive
tp' increase farm income and reduce
expenses. It is a testing period for all
concerne< gitves a record of performance.
A family policy of updating agreements
every two years and wills every five years
may help solve the mystery of fair versus
equal.
Parents are caught in a dilemma. They
'want to do the best for their children, yet
they don't want to look stupid. "What if we
make a large gift to the son, he buys the
farm today and sells it in six months? What
if he marries some ding -a -ling and they take
off to California? What if something
happens to him and she inherits the farm?
What if they are both in an accident, she
outlives him by a few hours and her parents
inherit the farm9"
Survival -that's a word well understood by
most farmers, especially during the early
years. It's a word that comes up again in
later years -- near retirement. Survival of
the farm family business is a hot topic.
Leon Danco, a consultant to small
business owners, has written a book called
"Beyond Survival He says "you had the
dream, the ability and the guts to build your
business from virtual scratch but you must
now also have the courage to accept the fact
that its perpetuation in the years to come is
also your responsibility. Disaster occurs
because the owner of the business cannot
face the fact that at some point he must --and
will --be replaced. If the business ,.owner
does not face the problems of the future
then'his banker and attorney will do it for
him on the way back from the funeral --';four
rars back from the flowers". That's a bit
harsh, exaggerated --but close enough to
the truth to make us wince.
Danco has developed 12 commandments
for the small business owner. I've done
some changing to come up with 10
commandments for the farm owner.
1. Decide if you want the business to
continue past your retirement. 2. Share
your dream with your family. 3. Continue to
improve your management knowledge, and
that of your family. 4. Set up an accounting
system and make available the data to your
advisors. 5. Contact competent advisors. 6.
Choose your successor(s). 7. See that your
successor(s) be taught well. 8. Retire and
install your successor(s) with your powers
within your lifetime. 9. You cannot take it
with you --so settle your estate plans now.
10. Apportion your time to see that these
commandments be kept.
When you 'think Spring'
what activities cross your
mind? No doubt, 4-H Agricul-
tural Club organizational
meetings automatically come
into focus. Huron 4-H leaders
are offering a fabulous group
of Agricultural Clubs for
1983. These include projects
in calf, horse, swine, rabbit,
sheep, goat. poultry, crops,
vet, plowmen s, agricultural
machinery, gun safety, and
others if there is local enthu-
siasm • what more can you ask
for? For anyone between the
ages of 12 and 19 as of
January 1, 1983, there is sure
to be a club to "turn you on".
If you have questions about
the 4-H program or would like
to participate at one of the
March or April organizational
meetings, be sure to contact
the Ontario Ministry of Agri-
culture and Food Office,
Clinton, phone 482-3428 or
Zenith 7-3040 (for long dis-
tance).
Although the club you are
interested in may have or-
ganized, don't despair. You
have until May 1st to sign up
in the clubs of your choice.
.We're sure you will want to
be a part of this wonderful
opportunity to "Learn To Do
By Doing'
Don Pullen
Agr R,.p.
Weed guide available
O.M.A.F. publication 75
:'Guide to Chemical Weed
Control" is now available at
the O.M. A. F. office, Clinton.
Spray recommendations
are given in metric units. We
feel it is simpler to interpret
than last years issue.
Publication 296 "Field
Crop Recommendations" will
be available soon. Pick up
your copies at the Agricultur-
al Office or ask your supplier
if they have copies available.
-Stan Paquette
Assoc. Agr. Rep.
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grams and plans.
In one part of the study
researchers are measuring
the flow of water through the
main outlet tile drain from
about 75 hectares of farm
land at the Elora Research
Station. This data will be used
to chart the discharge pat-
terns for the entire year.
Surface water runoff is being
recorded for the same 75
hectares and detailed wea-
ther data is being collected at
the metcrorologicalstation at
the Elora Research Facility.
These inputs will be used to
develop a computer model
which will allow forecasting
of the long -terns effects of
individual drain outlets on
streainflow .
Symposium
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'83
program complete
The program is new com-
plete for Livestock Sympo-
sium '83, Friday. April 8, at
the Stratford Fairgrounds.
The program has been plan-
ned and organized by dairy,
pork and beef organizations
of Perth, Huron and Oxford
counties.
Four high profile speakers
will explore the area of
Human Relations. Dr. Joe
Connell will address the prob-
lem of coping with stress.
Sheryl Crumb will talk about
"Me Time" and helping
yourself succeed. At noon
there will be a Bingham Pork
smorgasbord. After lunch
you'll get a woman's perspec-
tive of farm life and events
from Pat Leimbach. Don
Sheehan will deal with the
development of attitudes and
motivation. He'll talk about
having fun while bringing
growth and more effective
management to your busi•
ness. Don't forget to bring
"While -U -Wait"
Sharpening Clinic
at
Sill's
Home
Hardware
GROWERS NEEDED FOR
NATTAWA
SOYBEAN
CONTRACTS
"Hurry, only a few contracts left"
Premiums up to $6.00 per bushel over
published board price
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ALSO EXPORT MALTING BARLEY
CONTRACTS NOW AVAILABLE
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GRANTON 225-2360
-By-
Mr. Gordon Blanchard,
Factory trained expert
your spouse. Registration
takes place from 9:00 to 9:45
a.m.
Tickets are $15 per person
in advance. and $20 at the
door. Register by contacting
the local Ag. Office.
JOHN
ELLIGSEN ELECTRIC LTD.
Farm•Rosldentla I•Commorcial•Industrla I
"FREE ESTIMATES"
Ph. 345-2447 R.R. No. 4. Walton
WHEAT GROWERS
Spring is fast approaching .. .
NITRATE? UREA? or 28%?
CUSTOM APPLICATION: WE ARE EQUIPPER WITH 10 FLOATER UNITS
available to you through MITCHELL, HENSALL, GRANTON, & PORT
ALBERT' Each unit is capable of doing UP TO 500 ACRES PER DAY.
DATE: Saturday, April 9th
TIMES: 9:00a.m. to 3p.m.
Household Knives 991
Scissors 1.99
Pinking Shears 3.49
12 Chain Sows 3.99
Reasonable Prices on Hunting Knives, Sows and
Shears
NOTE: Bring In knives etc. from NOW until
Saturday, 3 p.m.
Be Sharp" - Come to
We
can
help!!
• Now is the time to make arrangements for Nitrogen
Application to your wheat.
• Custom Application or use a Rental Spreader
• Apply Nitrogen or have it mixed with clover or grass seed.
The choice is yours.
"We have almo0st 60 years of experience serving farmers."
"Let us serve your 1983 crop needs."
Geo. A. Sills' & Sons
Home Hardware
527-1620
MITCHELL 348-8433
HENSALL 262-2527
Mitchell 340-1433 Mensal! 262-2327 Granton 223-2360
Port Albert 329-7901
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