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that with better line -load manage-
ment.
Throughout the evidence given,
Hydro officials were seen to be
hanging on every word Lovins
spoke, especially when he talked
about reducing sales of power
without losing revenue.
Lovins said that a reduced de-
mand for electricity, would cause
Hydro to reduce its generating
capacity, of which it has too much
now, he added. That reduction
would reduce operating costs and
eliminate the need to build more
generating stations, and with the
reduced demand for exports, and
energy efficiency programs in
place, Hydro would still be able to
meet customer requirements both
now and in the future.
The consolidated board hearings
began November 25, 1985 and all
witnesses called before Lovins sup-
ported Hydro's claims that the new
transmission line is needed to un -
bottle the locked in power at the
Bruce Nuclear Power Develop-
ment, north of Kincardine. The
proposal calls for the lines to run
from the nuclear site, east to Barrie
and south to London.
The southerly route would cross
the highly productive farm lands
of Bruce, Huron and Middlesex
Counties, a move the 1,000
member Foodland Hydro commit-
tee wants to stop.
The hearings are expected to last
well into the summer
months. D GC
Grassroots reduces
telephone costs
Grassroots Ontario Editor Peter
Hohenadel describes the 60 cent
reduction in telephone connection
charges for Grassroots, approved
recently by the Canadian Radio
and Telecommunications Commis-
sion (CRTC) as an important
breakthrough since it means that
Ontario subscribers to the
Grassroots videotex farm informa-
tion can now access current farm
marketing and management infor-
mation for 10 cents per minute
during peak hours and 7.5 cents
during off-peak times. The new
off-peak rates represent a 70 per
cent savings over previous connect
charges. Hohenadel expects the
rate reduction to encourage more
Canadian farmers to use the ser-
vice as the cornerstone of their
marketing programs. D
BEEF FEEDLOT INFORMATION
DAYS
- - for the progressive farmer — —
This year's program features views on the future of the beef industry.
Program includes nutrition information and a panel of beef producers.
This is an excellent opportunity to remain current in the latest produc-
tion techniques.
ALLISTON — Presbyterian Church
Tuesday, February 4
CHESLEY —Chesley Community Centre
Wednesday, February 5
CENTRALIA COLLEGE — Huron Hall
Thursday, February 6
Program Times: 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Fee: Off campus charges vary
On Campus $ l0/day (includes lunch)
Ontario
Ministry of
Agriculture
and Food
For more information and to register
for programs call:
CENTRALIA COLLEGE
519) 228-6691 Ext. 245
or the local OMAF office.
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HAMPSHIRE LANDRACE & HYBRIDS
37th PRODUCTION SALE
Sat., FEBRUARY 15, 1:00 p.m.
dAt the farm of WARREN STEIN. Located one mile
south and two miles west of Tavistock.
We are offering approximately 80 Open Gilts, 75
Boars and 15 Bred Gilts of York, Hamp, Duroc, Land -
race and various hybrid; including a good selection
of Hamp x Duroc boars. We also have a good selec-
tion of boars.
Ontario's largest selection of R.O.P. tested and
veterinary inspected boars and gilts. Ranked
"GOOD" by the Animal Industry Branch.
We also have a good selection of boars
available at all times.
Delivery arrangements available. For further infor-
mation or catalogues, contact:
Richard Stein Warren Stein
RR 6, Woodstock, Ont. RR 2, Tavistock, Ont.
519-655-2942 519-462-2704
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