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The Citizen, 2016-12-22, Page 29Drudge ELEVATORSw 43269 Amberley Rd. RR #2 Wroxeter Ph. 519-335-6813 Fax 519-335-4352 Jeff's Cell 519-291-7777 Receiving Elevator for HOENSALL !STRICT .OPERATIVE THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2016. PAGE 29. Agriculture Brussels Livestock report wHURON TRACTOR B LYT H..}TAS-.. JOHN DEERE 519-523-4244 www.hurontractor.com Fed steers, heifers sell steady at sale Total receipts for Brussels Livestock for the week ending Dec. 16 were 1,496 cattle and 694 lambs and goats. On Tuesday fed steers and heifers sold steady. Choice steers and heifers sold $134 to $137 with sales to $145.50. Second cut sold $130 to $134. Cows sold steady. On Thursday veal calves sold steady to the week's decline. Lambs and goats sold steady. Sheep sold higher. On Friday calves and yearlings sold on an active trade at steady prices. Leonard and Andrew Black of Proton Station, consigned 19 head that averaged 1,487 lbs and sold for an average price of $131.38. Four gold steers averaged 1,531 lbs. and sold for $135.50. Franz Gutknecht of Atwood, consigned 20 head that averaged 1,311 lbs. and sold for an average price of $128.89. Three limousin steers averaged 1,295 lbs. and sold for $133.50. John Martin of Lucknow, consigned five head that averaged 1,527 lbs. and sold for $134.26. One gold heifer weighed 1,380 lbs. and sold for $138. Dave Bowles of Brussels, consigned five head that averaged 1,456 lbs. and sold for $134.95. One black heifer weighed 1,400 lbs. and sold for $137. There were 250 cows on offer. Export types sold $65 to $74 with sales to $76.50; beef, $78 to $80 with sales to $87; DI and D2, $68 to $73; D3, $60 to $68; D4, $45 to $60. Joe Cooper of Great Village, NS, consigned one limousin cow that weighed 1,290 lbs. and sold for $87. There were six bulls selling $85 to $92. D.J. Dalton Farms of Walton, consigned one charolais bull that weighed 1,985 lbs. and sold for $86. There were 60 head of veal on offer due to storm conditions causing a light run. Beef sold $144 to $155 with sales to $188; good holsteins, $120 to $130; Si heavy holsteins, $110 to $120; heavy holsteins, $110 to $120. Paul M. Martin of Lucknow, consigned two heifers that averaged 840 lbs. and sold for an average price of $149.53. One limousin heifer that weighed 845 lbs. sold for $155. John Martin of Lucknow, consigned nine steers that averaged 759 lbs. and sold for an average price of $129.84. One steer weighed 855 lbs. and sold for $188. Lambs, under 50 lbs. sold $332 to $407; 50 - 64 lbs., $362 to $401; 65 - 79 lbs., $285 to $324; 80 - 94 lbs., $219 to $287; 95 - 110 lbs., $209 to $222 / lb. Sheep sold $100 to $210 / lb. Goats: kids sold $200 to $400; nannies, $80 to $170; billies, $150 to $300 / lb. Top quality stocker steers under Labour shortage stifling growth: OFA By Mark Wales, Director, Ontario Federation of Agriculture Labour shortages are the next growth -limiting factor on Canadian farms. According to the recent study, Agriculture 2025: How the Sector's Labour Challenges will Shape its Future, the Canadian agri-workforce is facing significant shortages. The research study was conducted by the Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council (CAHRC) and is raising alarm bells about agriculture's future growth potential. One of the most troubling findings of the study reveals the gap between labour demand and the domestic workforce in agriculture. In the past 10 years, the shortfall in labour has doubled from 30,000 to 59,000. Current projections indicate that by 2025 the Canadian agricultural workforce could be short workers for 114,000 jobs. That's bad news for Ontario farmers who rely on a variety of workers to produce food for local markets, across Canada and for international markets. Labour shortfalls impact all levels of agricultural labour needs, from specialized skills to entry level and general labourers. The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) is concerned the worker shortage will suppress the sustainability and future growth of Ontario's agriculture and agri-food industry. Portia MacDonald -Dewhirst, CAHRC Executive Director attended OFA's recent board of directors meeting to discuss the results of the labour study, the organization's role in providing support to agricultural employers and how Ontario's agri- food industry can work to reduce the labour shortage. The entire food value chain is already feeling the effect of the labour shortage, especially food processors. Fewer farm workers also means Ontario farmers will have a tough time meeting the Premier's challenge of doubling agriculture's annual growth rate and creating 120,000 new jobs by 2020. Our industry is poised for growth and job creation, but what will happen if we can't fill those jobs? The CAHRC study also revealed that primary agriculture in Canada has one of the highest industry job vacancy rates at seven per cent. Jobs are available, but we can't fill them. The agriculture and agri-food industry has been encouraging young people and workers from other sectors to consider agriculture as a career and fill the current job opportunities. Despite ongoing efforts, labour gaps are growing. The OFA is a member of the Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council, an organization County to hone its `rural voice' By Shawn Loughlin The Citizen As part of Huron County's new government relations strategy, Communications Manager Scott Currie is looking to help improve the rural voice. Currie presented his report to Huron County Council at its Dec. 14 committee of the whole meeting saying that his goal is to improve the county's voice throughout Ontario. "Huron County strives to be a leading voice for rural Ontario and a valuable advising partner to the province," Currie said in his report. "The goal of this government relations strategy is to leverage Huron County's exposure as host of the 2017 International Plowing Match (IPM) to build stronger relationships with the province, other municipalities and industry on rural issues." Currie said he sees next year's IPM and Rural Expo as a great opportunity to spread the word about Huron County. "Against the backdrop of a year- long commemoration of Canada's 150th anniversary, Huron County will host the 100th anniversary of the International Plowing Match in September of 2017, With the spotlight on Huron County, this event provides a unique opportunity to profile our stories and build relationships with the Premier and a number of cabinet ministers who will likely attend the match," Currie stated in his report. It will be challenging, Currie said, with many politicians at Queen's Park being unaware of Huron County and what it can bring to the table provincially. It will continue to get worse, he said, as the provincial legislature is due to add 15 new seats in the coming years and none of them are from rural areas. "To successfully carry out its mandate, the province needs to understand the effects of its decision on rural Ontario — both positive and negative," Currie said. "Furthermore, the province needs to hear about Huron County's success stories so our models have a better chance of being replicated in other parts of the province. Put simply, Queen's Park needs to hear Huron County's rural voice." Council approved Currie's recommendation, agreeing that the county needs to be heard much louder on the provincial stage. Get breaking farm news on the Rural Voice section of www.northhuron.on.ca And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold I bring you tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. Luke 2:10-11 May you be blessed with peace and understanding throughout this holy season. Snell Feed & Supplies Ltd. Westfield 519-523-9501 that also works closely with the Government of Canada to support agricultural employers. Efforts to help farmers in their agriculture - specific human resources needs are aimed at supporting farm operations to manage their workforce and hopefully, employ the much-needed labourers. For more information on the CAHRC or the research study, visit cahrc-ccrha.ca. We need solutions to address the growing shortfall in the resources farmers need to sustain growth, contribute to the economy and produce food. The OFA will continue to work closely with the Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council to identify opportunities to strengthen the labour force needed to support Canadian and Ontario farmers. 400 lbs. sold $190 to $236; 400 - 499 lbs., $195 to $226; 500 - 599 lbs., $197 to $226; 600 - 699 lbs., $201 to $207; 700 - 799 lbs., $164 to $189; 800 - 899 lbs., $150 to $190; 900 - 999 lbs., $169 to $182; 1,000 lbs. and over, $170 to $183. Top quality stocker heifers, 300 - 399 lbs., sold $189 to $215; 400 - 499 lbs., $175 to $200; 500 - 599 lbs., $165 to $190; 600 - 699 lbs., $157 to $177; 700 - 799 lbs., $150 to $166; 800 - 899 lbs., $162 to $172; 900 lbs. and over, $155 to $176. Craig Simpson of Glencoe, consigned 15 steers that averaged 1,051 lbs. and sold for an average price of $177.96. Ten red steers averaged 1,036 lbs. and sold for $179. Bernie Gowan of Allenford, consigned 15 red heifers that averaged 873 lbs. and sold for an average price of $169. BRUSSELS LIVESTOCK Division of Gamble & Rogers Ltd. UPCOMING SALES TUESDAYS 9:00 a.m. Fed Cattle, Bulls & Cows THURSDAYS 8:00 a.m. Drop Calves 10:00 a.m.Veal 11:30 a.m. Lambs, Goats & Sheep FRIDAYS 10:00 a.m. Stockers Visit our webpage at: www.brusselslivestock.ca email us at: info@ brusselslivestock.ca Call us 519-887-6461 PEACE ON EAR'I'11 Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all our customers, friends & neighbours! • 519-523-4519 • radfordsfarmeqp@tcc.on.ca ss � ----.. fir--_. [ F t�1��iJI GIM •U ii 11 Merry Christmas and best wishes for 2017. Thank you kindly for your loyal support. Ross McCaII Matt McCaII McCALL LIVESTOCK 85345 Brussels Line, P.O. Box 140, BRUSSELS Office 519-887-9571 Fax 519-887-9171 '