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The Citizen, 2015-02-05, Page 11Continued from page 1 itself into a local IPM. Bishop says that eventually she hopes to extend the invitation to other area fall fairs as well, but she felt she should start with Brussels, due to its close proximity and the fact that it’s held throughout the week, rather than on the weekend. She also pointed out that organizers are very close to finalizing a deal that would see both of the IPM’s major banquets held at the Brussels, Morris and Grey Community Centre in Brussels, meaning that in many ways the IPM would be hosted jointly by the Walton and Brussels communities. Bishop also said that IPM organizers are looking at potential theme days, so there could be options for certain aspects of the Brussels Fall Fair to be hosted at the IPM on specific days, such as a beef day, a dairy day or a sheep day. The whole concept, Bishop said, would be a process that would involve a lot of planning. There is time for the members of the society to discuss logistics and if they even want to partner, but IPM organizers would have to have an answer by the time this year’s fair is held in September. Brussels Agricultural Society President Mervyn Bauer then set the organization’s next meeting for Wednesday, March 4 at 7:30 p.m. at the Brussels Library where a potential partnership between the fair and the IPM would be discussed further. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2015. PAGE 11. Total receipts for Brussels Livestock for the week ending Jan. 30 were 1,931 cattle, 228 lambs and goats. On Tuesday fed steers and heifers sold on a strong active trade at prices $1 to $2 higher. Choice steers and heifers sold $186 to $190. Second cut sold $182 to $186. Cows sold on a strong active trade at steady prices. On Thursday beef calves sold steady while holsteins sold under pressure. Lambs sold steady and sheep sold barely steady. Kid goats sold high while nanny goats sold slightly lower. On Friday all classes of cattles sold on a good active trade at steady prices. Norman B. Martin of Clifford, consigned 14 head that averaged 1,480 lbs. and sold for an average price of $187. Eight steers averaged 1,510 lbs. and sold to Clark Bros. Canadian Livestock Inc. for an average price of $188.25. Niel Edgar of Wingham, consigned 22 head that averaged 1,518 lbs. and sold for an average price of $187. One black steer weighed 1,625 lbs. and sold to Clark Bros. Canadian Livestock Inc. for $187.25. Martin Metske of Lucknow, consigned 44 head that averaged 1,314 lbs. and sold for an average price of $189. Two black heifers averaged 1,388 lbs. and sold to Clark Bros. Canadian Livestock Inc. for an average price of $192. Murray London of Waterdown, consigned 10 head that averaged 1,378 lbs. and sold for an average price of $189. Two charolais heifers averaged 1,408 lbs. and sold to Clark Bros. Canadian Livestock Inc. for an average price of $189.75. There were 280 cows on offer. Export types sold $115 to $130 with sales to $133; beef, $130 to $140 with sales to $150; D1 and D2, $85 to $90; D3, $75 to $85; D4, $70 to $75. Allen Sherk of Wellesley, consigned nine head that averaged 1,410 lbs. and sold for an average price of $125. One red cow weighed 1,505 lbs. and sold for $148. There were 14 bulls selling $124 to $160 with sales to $163. Warren and Marion Becker of Ayton, consigned three head that averaged 1,538 lbs. and sold for an average price of $161. One limousin bull weighed 1,810 lbs. and sold for $163. There were 225 head of veal on offer. Beef sold $170 to $240 with sales to $252; good holsteins, $150 to $165 with sales to $173; medium holsteins, $135 to $150; heavy holsteins, $130 to $150. William B. Bauman of Elmira, consigned three head that averaged 758 lbs. and sold for an average price of $240. One blue steer weighed 790 lbs. and sold for $256. Lamar Frey of Listowel, consigned six head that averaged 830 lbs. and sold for an average price of $227. One gold steer averaged 835 lbs. and sold for $252. Lambs, 50 - 64 lbs. sold $262 to $290; 65 - 79 lbs., $259 to $295; 80 - 94 lbs., $231 to $249; 95 - 110 lbs., $224 to $229/lb. Sheep sold $80 to $110/lb. Goats: kids sold $150 to $320 with sales to $350; nannies, $80 to $100; billies, $150 to $300/lb. Top quality stocker steers, 400 - 499 lbs., sold $263 to $300; 500 - 599 lbs., $273 ot $317; 600 - 699 lbs., $263 to $290; 700 - 799 lbs., $244 to $266; 800 - 899 lbs., $241 to $252; 900 - 999 lbs., $226 to $232; 1,000 lbs. and over, $214 to $227. Top quality stocker heifers, 400 - 499 lbs., sold $261 to $307; 500 - 599 lbs., $257 to $274; 600 - 699 lbs., $245 to $261; 700 - 799 lbs., $218 to $234; 800 - 899 lbs., $216 to $228; 900 lbs. and over, $215 to $225. A number of decisions were made at Friday night’s annual meeting of the Brussels Agricultural Society, including changing of the guard for the executive and the establishment of a theme for 2016’s Brussels Fall Fair. At the meeting, held at the Brussels, Morris and Grey Community Centre, it was decided that the theme for the 2016 Brussels Fall Fair would be “Blue Jeans and Country Dreams”, a suggestion offered up by current Fall Fair Ambassador Jamee Johnston. It follows in the footsteps of the last two fair themes, which were both chosen by the reigning ambassador, including this year’s theme, “Let The Good Times Grow” which was put forward by then-Ambassador Kabrina Bishop. While members had not yet decided if they would establish a full-fledged partnership with the 2017 International Plowing Match in Walton, a proposition presented to society members that night, it was suggested that when the time comes, plowing should be incorporated into the fair’s theme for 2017. Two long-time society executive members resigned from their positions, as Maurice and Mary Douma stepped down from their respective treasurer and secretary roles, with Brian Schlosser now taking over both positions. The Doumas were thanked for their over 10 years of commitment by former Brussels Agricultural Society President Nicole Noble in an emotional presentation. “[Maurice and Mary] really are part of our fair family,” Noble said. “I’ll have a special place in my heart for them always.” Maurice said he enjoyed his time working with the society and assured members that he and Mary wouldn’t be strangers. “It’s been a good group to work with and I’m looking forward to seeing old faces in new positions,” Maurice said. In 2015, Mervyn Bauer will serve as the farm and field president again, while Home Craft President Nicole Noble will serve another year in her current position as well. Schlosser will serve as the secretary/treasurer, while Mary Douma will be the first vice-home craft president. The position of first vice-farm and field president is currently vacant, although there had been some interest expressed at the meeting. Maurice detailed the fair’s annual financial statement. The 2014 fair turned a small profit of just over $400, and Maurice said that the event’s gift baskets, which served as a fundraiser for the fair, were likely the source of the additional revenue. As part of his annual report, Bauer also detailed a potential conflict that had been skirted, as the Brussels Fall Fair’s second day had initially been scheduled for the same day as the Elementary School Fair, held annually in Belgrave. Bauer said the organizers of the Elementary School Fair had agreed to schedule their event one week earlier, meaning the fair in Belgrave will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 9, while the Brussels Fall Fair will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 15 and Wednesday, Sept. 16. He suggested that the society should send members of the Elementary School Fair Committee a letter of thanks for their consideration in moving the event, as to not create a conflict. Doumas retire after 10 years on society executive Getting those points Lola Johnston, right, was the proud winner of the David and Joan Perrie Award on Friday night at the annual meeting of the Brussels Agricultural Society. The Perries, seen here presenting Johnston with her award, put forth the award every year to the young person who earns the most points in the junior competition at the Brussels Fall Fair. Wade Machan, not pictured, won the Optimists All Around Participation Award, but was unable to attend and claim his prize in person. 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