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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1983-06-08, Page 14A14 — THE HURON EXPOSITOR, JUNE 8, 1983 Seaforth area dairy farmers rank in top three in Canada for production The Dalevilla Jersey herd, owned by Lloyd and Betty Dale of R.R. 2, Seaforth, has reached another milestone. It was the third highest producing herd in 1982 in Canada on a composite Breed Class Average (B.C.A.) basis. The 29 cow herd averaged 5,078 kilograms of milk. 278 kilograms of butterfat, 5.38 per cent for B.C.A.'s of 173.173, a composite of 346. Aiming to constantly improve their herd, the Dales have been milking Jerseys, switching from Holsteins, for 20 years. Proud of the high achievement, Mrs. Dale says their first herd average in a D.H.I.A. program was 129 B.C.A. for milk and 120 for fat. Their high standing in 1982 was well above the Canadian average of 137-130. The Dales have been involved in the Record of Production program for 16 years. Their herd has been among the top ten Jersey herds in Canadian production for 12 years. As for a secret behind the success, "we're just breeding better cows," says Mr. Dale. 'That has always been our aim. The herd ration is practically the same as when we first started.' Although not as popular as the Holstein breed,' the demand for Jersey cows is increasing. Lower in milk production but high in butterfat, dairymen are looking to Jerseys as a way of increasing income without increasing costs for the purchase of milk quota. "That's how Jerseys got started in the area. Farmers could receive open milk quota, free," Mr. Dale says. Higher butterfat content saw many Holstein herds incorporating the Jersey breed to raise the average of their herd. "The number of Jersey herds have increased since we first started." Dalevilla offspring has been sold as far away as Wisconsin, Minnesota, and in Ontario, Cotton and Phelepston. The Dales are both active in the Huron -Perth Jersey club. "We had about 30 last year and now have over 50 members," says Mrs. Dale. Although their herd has received many awards, Mrs. Dale is modest about the fact she was the first dairy princess in Huron County 26 years ago. "And I'm still milking cows." "We are proud of our accomplishments and always hope for better next year," she said. Accomplish, is a common word at the Uatevilla tarm. A thick book holds their awards. There are so many, that the walls of their milkhouse could be papered with them. Some include: four, Constructive Breeder awards; five, Canadian Class Leader; 13, Ontario Class Leader Certificates; 13, Cana- dian }tfetime Production Certificates and 63 Honour Roll certificates. The list is endless. "It takes a pretty good Jersey cow to even win a Honour Roll certificate," says Mr. Dale. "Our aim in the cow business is to get better cows. It's the name of the game.' .Do they ever get tired of receiving award after award? "No," says Mrs. Dale. "It's another page for our book!" "Jerseys have to be treated gentle. They always like kindness, more so than other types," says Mr. Dale. Free rabies clinic may be held this summer in Huron THIRD PLACE IN CANADA—Constant improvement has paid off for Lloyd and Betty Dale. In addition to their many certificates for their Jersey herd, they placed third In Canada for best Breed glass Average. (Wassink photo) Cereal grains and forages occupy as much land in Perth as all the other crops put together. The Perth Associa- tion has set up a Cereal and Forage Committee chaired by Henry Klooster Jr, of RR2, Tavistock. Assisting Henry will be his committee of Rick Coghlin, Atwood. Ron Schmidt; Milverton, Matt Crowley, Gadshill. Blythe Lannin, Dublin and Alf. Kip- fer, Brunner. The Cereal and Forage Committee will be looking at new crop varieties and man- agement techniques. The de- velopment of verticillium wilt in the Perth alfalfa crop will he carefully watched. Man- agement techniques and mechanisms will be studied to help forage producers with this problem. Forage and cereal varieties will be seen at a couple of twilight meetings this summer. The annual report pre- pared in November will re- port on many of the field projects conducted across Perth County. This report is by no means limited to projects conducted directly by association members or directors. If you have some field trials that you'd like to share with your neighbours, contact a director near you or give the Ag. Office a call. You'll hear more about Soil and Crop Improvement Asso- ciation projects as the year goes on. If you're interested in getting involved, now you'll know some of the people who will be working with you. A free rabies clinic in Huron County is a possibility this summer as the number of rabies cases increases. Huron's district veterinarian Dr. William Thompson of Seaforth told the June session of county council that to the end of May this year there have been 44 cases of rabies reported. That figure compares to seven cases in 1979, 73 cases in 1980, 62 cases in 198 aho79 cased in 1982. Tho r Tpson said, the last rabies clinic held in the county was in 1980. There were 12 such clinics held that year throughout Huron. But with the 1983 statistics already climbing, Dr. Thompson said he has been told by his superiors that it's possible a clinic may be held this summer. "It's not definite," stressed Dr. 'Thomp- son as the clinics have to be approved by Agriculture Canada. The veterinarian also pointed out that most of the animals affected by rabies are not domestic pets. Skunks and foxes take the highest percentage of rabies cases. Cattle, horses, cats and dogs make up a very small percentage of the rabid animals. Dr. Thompson said he has noticed a trend in the rabies cases being reported. "They don't stay in one area. Last fall cases were reported in the northern part of the county, but in more recent months, cases have been reported in the south," said Ur. Thompson referring to McKillop and Tuckersmith townships as opposed to Ashtield and the Wawanoshes. "They haven't had rabies in Tuckersmith for a good number of years," commented the doctor. Generally rabies have increased in southern Ontario since 1956. "The problem now is we'll never be able to eradicate rabies in wild animals. It's difficult to do much about it. Theoretically we could eliminate the skunks and foxes, but that would upset the balance of nature," said Dr. Thompson. He reported that the Ministry, of Natural Resources has worked on a program whereby "dead" vaccine is used as bait for wild animals but, "they haven't had a great deal of success." CARELESS Huron's Medical Officer of Health Dr. Harry Cieslar stated that a lot of the rabies vaccines are given because of human carelessness. He warns people to stay away from a rabid animal and if a family pet has been in contact with a wild animal, which could be noticeable by the pet having the hair or fur of another animal in its mouth, ttlp pet shouldn't be handled. Dr. Cieslar reported that in 1980, 48 rabies vaccines were given, in 1981, 33 vaccines in 1982. 29 vaccines and to date in 1983.28 vaccines have been given. He notes WHAT LIES OVER THE HORIZON FOR ONTARIO'S RED MEAT SECTOR? O.M.A.F. WANTS YOUR OPINIONS SEAFORTH JEWELLERS that to date figure is considerably higher as 21 of the vaccine cases relate to one dog. The anti -rabies vaccine series of six injections isn't cheap either. The six shots cost about 5600. Surrounding counties have not been affected by rabies as much as Huron. Perth County had 21 cases' of rabies reported last year with 14 so far this year. Middlesex County has had 15 cases reported so far this year compared to 25 for the same period last year. Dr. Thompson said he would "keep pushing to get a free rabies clinic." The Careers Program will b eheld on Friday, June 17 at the Central Huron Secondary School, Clinton, commencing at 8:00 p.m. At this special event, graduates of the Huron County 4-H program will comment about "The Value of a 4-H Background as a Stepping Stone into Career Choice and Development." Participants will include Brian McGavin,,1982 Murray Cardiff Citizenship Award Winner; Mac Bolton, Agri- cultural Representative for Bruce County; Bob Down, President, United Co-oper- atives of Ontario, farmer, Usborne Township; Murray and Wilma (Dale) Scott, 4-H Leaders and Parents, Far- mers, East Wawanosh Town- ship; Amy (Stewart) Beccari- o, Home Economics Teacher; Dr. Iris Marshall, Medical' Doctor; Dr. Jim Fajrles, Veterinarian; Murray Elston, Lawyer, MPP- Huron -Bruce. The Huron County Junior Farmers are planning to Queen's G In Huron County, 21 4-1-1 Beef Calf Club members have nominated their steers for the 1983 Queen's Guineas Competition on Friday, No- vember 18. To be -eligible, the steer must weigh no more than 800 pounds at weigh -on between May 1-15 and 150 days later Weigh at least 85Q pounds between October 1-15. It must make an average daily gain of at least 2.3 pounds during the five-month .peri- od. The advance fitting and prenaratinn of the steer for serve refreshments in the Cafeteria at the conclusion. Family participation is en- couraged and anyone with an interest is invited to attend. 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