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The Citizen, 1992-06-24, Page 23THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24,1992. PAGE 23. Livestock Report Market prices $1 ■ $2 easier this week The sales at Brussels Livestock for the week ending June 19 were: finished cattle, 930; cows, 170; veal calves, 201; lambs and goats, 175; stockers, 375; pigs, 313. The market at Brussels Livestock was $1 - $2 easier. There were 569 steers on offer selling from $76 to $93 to the high of $97.25. Eight steers consigned by Cunningham Farms, Lucan averaging 1340 lbs. sold for an average of $89.90 to the high of $97.25 purchased by Starbrand Packers. Two steers consigned by Scott Geisel, West Montrose, averaging 1480 lbs. sold for an average of $88.65 to he high of $95. Fifty-three steers consigned by Gerald Geisel, Elmira averaging 1474 lbs. sold for an average of $88.40 to the high of $94.50. Two steers consigned by David Bowles, Brussels, averaging 1275 lbs. sold for an average of $91.55 to the high of $94. Forty-two steers consigned by W. B. Pletch Co. Ltd., Rockwood averaging 1260 lbs. sold Farm plans progress Plans to involve 500 farmers, from six areas of the province, in the Environmental Farm Plan process are progressing rapidly. A pilot project is being developed with involvement from the four- group Ontario Farm Environmental Agenda Initiative Coalition. Also involved in the pilot are the Ontario ministries of Agriculture and Food, the Environment, and Natural Resources, as well as Agriculture Canada, Environment Canada and the University of Guelph. “We are pleased that Agriculture Canada has agreed to fund a major pilot program to develop and deliver Environmental Farm Plans to 500 farm families, beginning in January,” stated Roger George, President of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture. “The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food has also made a significant commitment to the process, providing one full-time person to work on the project, and several resource people to help us develop Deadline extended JOHN BANCROFT FARM MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST FOR HURON COUNTY The deadline for the 1991 NISA applications has been extended to September 30. The National NISA Committee felt it was important to allow producers the extra time in order to fully understand the benefits of the program and how to apply. With the various forms to be completed, understanding what is required and where it goes can be a frustrating experience. One area that has been of concern to livestock producers, is the deduction of prepared feeds and protein supplements. A producer must record the value of purchased feeds and protein supplements on Line 195 of Schedule "A". If an itemized document (invoice breakdown) is not available, the full purchase value of the feed and/or supplement should be recorded. An estimation will not be acceptable in 1991. The purchase of mineral, salt and premix which is predominantly mineral and vitamin as opposed to a protein supplement is to be for an average of $91.55 to the high of $93.75. Twelve steers consigned by Glen Johnston, Bluevale averaging 1293 lbs. sold for an average of $87.65 to the high of $93. Nine steers consigned by Murray Johnston, Bluevale averaging 1226 lbs. sold for an average of $89.95 to the high of $91.90. Two steers consigned by Calvin Semple, Ethel averaging 1325 lbs. sold for $91.75. Fourteen steers consigned by Roy Enever, Williamsford averaging 1435 lbs. sold for an average of $89.30 to the high of $91.60. Twelve steers consigned by Jack Shiell, Wingham averaging 1330 lbs. sold for an average of $88.60 to the high of $90.50. Three steers consigned by Ken Johnston, Bluevale averaging 1213 lbs. sold for an average of $87.05 to the high of $90.50. There were 349 heifers on offer selling from $78 to $92 to the high of $96.75. Sixteen heifers consigned by Wm. Bennett & Sons Farms Ltd., Gorrie averaging 1141 the technical information in the Farm Plans.” “The local delivery of Environmental Farm Plans will be administered by the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association (OSCIA)”, said Henry Aukema, President of the Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario. “Local OSCIA chapters will form the basis for Peer Review Committees, comprised of farmers knowledge­ able in farm environmental issues.” “In developing Environmental Farm Plans, the Coalition has agreed to build upon the Wisconsin “Farm-A-Syst” program, which helps farmers to assess the environmental impact of their management practices in a number of topic areas,” said Gord Coukell, Chairman of the Ontario Farm Animal Council. “The Ontario model will include all farm property, including rented land under cultivation.” Twenty-three sub-committees are presently developing the technical recorded as an expense on Line 722 in Section G of Schedule "A". Producers who purchase horticultural by-products such as cull product and cannery wastes should record such purchases in the horticultural purchases section of Schedule "A". When recorded this way, this will ensure a producer will not reduce their FSAM I entitlement for grains and oilseeds. Completing the application forms is a challenge! By treating the challenge like getting a run in a baseball game, a person can come Annual 4H Members' Conference teaches about peer pressure THURSDAYS BY JANE MUEGGE RURAL ORGANIZATION SPECIALIST FOR HURON COUNTY At the annual Centralia 4-H Members' Conference on July 28- 30, 4-H members will learn about peer pressure, effective communi­ cations, responsibility towards themselves and others. A son or lbs. sold for an average of $93.10 to the high of $96.75 purchased by MGI Packers. Fourteen heifers consigned by Shantel Farms, Petersburg averaging 1260 lbs. sold for an average of $90.30 to the high of $95.75. Three heifers consigned by Norman McDonald, Lucknow averaging 1050 lbs. sold for an average of $88.80 to the high of $92. Seven heifers consigned by Ross Corbett, Exeter, averaging 1027 lbs. sold for an average of $89.80 to the high of $92. One heifer consigned by Murray Gordon, Bly th weighing 1060 lbs. soid for $92. Two heifers consigned by Hammond Bros., Monkton averaging 1150 lbs. sold for an average of $88.65 to the high of $91.25. Ten heifers consigned by Bert Dougherty, Goderich averaging 1154 lbs. sold for an average of $86.85 to the high of $90. Three heifers consigned by George Chettleburgh, Wingham content of the Environmental Farm Plan modules. With a total of over 100 people involved in these committees, this effort represents a major time and resource commitment from all of the groups involved. “The 23 risk assessment modules that make up the Farm Plans include 12 ‘Farmstead’ issues, ranging from the quality of well water and pesticide storage, to livestock yard management and milkhouse washwater waste”, stated Jeff Wilson, AGCare Chairman. “The 11 ‘Field Level’ issues range from soil and cropping management, to water conservation and woodlots.” Once the technical content of the modules is completed, a ‘plain writer’ will develop them into a common format that is easy for farmers to understand and complete. Testing of the Environ­ mental Fartn Plans on a random sample of about 50 farmers is scheduled for November. out a winner! Getting to first base requires detailed, accurate farm records. In order to slide into second base, time and patience is needed to sort and organize the forms and the information. To round third base may require help from coaches. NISA questions can be answered by your accountant, NISA at 1-800-665-6472 or by contacting the local Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food office. A run will be scored when you cross home plate, that is, the completed application in the mail by deadline. daughter bom in 1976 or 1977 can experience two and a half days of leadership activities, fun and excitement. Five counties take part in this event. For further information contact your local Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food office in Clinton at 482-3428 or 1-800-265- 5170. averaging 1163 lbs. sold for an average of $85.90 to the high of $90. Six heifers consigned by Alvin Grainger, Wroxeter averaging 1050 lbs. sold for an average of $87.70 to the high of $89. Ten heifers consigned by Wilfred Noble, Gowanstown averaging 1147 lbs. sold for an average of $84 to the high of $89. Ten heifers consigned by Wayne King, Gorrie, averaging 1174 lbs. sold for an average of $85.30 to the high of $88.85. There were 170 cows on offer selling from $51.50 to $62 to the high of $72.50. Three cows consigned by Wayne Redmond, Auburn averaging 1320 lbs. sold for an average of $65.70 to the high of $72.50. Two cows consigned by Johyn Johnston, Bluevale averaging 1350 lbs. sold for an average of $64.25 to the high of $69.50. One cow consigned by Dick Mehling, Grand Valley weighing 1010 lbs. sold for $67.50. F arm ' !•! !!'!•!!! 1.!'!'5"'!!’17" !1"! . !•'1;"................................" .............r. ...................................... .. "Forages Now” day helps in decision making Interested in multileaf alfalfa varieties? Thinking of buying a round baler, or perhaps you are interested in alternative methods of storing large round or large square bales of hay? To help you make these and other forage management decisions, attend “Forages Now” a regional forage day being held on July 9 at the farm of Victor and Margaret Roland. The farm is located on Highway No. 87, five miles west of Harriston. “Forages Now” will take place rain or shine. During the morning there is a walking tour and an opportunity to hear from Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food Soil & Crop Advisors about the latest on forages. On the tour Harvey Wright will be sharing his thoughts on the new multileaf alfalfa varieties. Keith Reid will be speaking on his experiences with seeding forages no-till and giving some practical tips on how to make it work. Also on the tour producers will be able to hear from Paul Sullivan on forage additives and from Gang Peng about insect and disease management. The final step in BRUSSELS LIVESTOCK Division of Gamble & Rogers Ltd. UPCOMING SALES TUESDAYS FRIDAYS 9 a.m. Finished Cattleft Cows 11:30 a.m. Dropped Calves Veals followed by Goats Sheep & Lambs 11:00 a.m. Stocker Cattle 1:00 p.m. Pigs BRUSSELS 887-6461 There were 201 veal on offer selling from $68.50 to $86 to the high of $89. Two veal consigned by Bill Van Moorsei, Mitchell averaging 640 lbs. sold for an average of $76.25 to the high of $89. Three veal consigned by Mike Chambers, Wingham averaging 610 lbs. sold for an average of $87 to the high of $88. There were 313 pigs on offer with 124 paper pigs. Thirty to 40 lb. pigs sold to a high of 87.5 cents per lb.; 40 to 50 lbs., to a high of 76.5 lbs.; 50 to 60 lbs., to a high of 82.5 lbs.; 60 to 70 lbs., to a high of 79.5 lbs.; and over 70 lbs. to a high of 70 cents per lb. There were 355 stockers on offer. Steers, 400 to 600 lbs., sold $1.00 to $1.18 per lb.; 600 to 800 lbs., 95 cents to $1.05; 800 to 1,000 lbs., 85 cents to 95 cents per lb. Heifers, 400 to 600 lbs., sold 95 cents to $1.10 per lb.; 600 to 800 lbs., 92 cents to $1.00 per lb.; 800 to 1,000 lbs., 85 cents to 90 cents per lb. successfully managing large baled hay is handling storage. Joan McKinlay will help growers look at options for handling and storing large bales. One other feature stop on the tour will be Tracy Ryan from the Grand River Conservation Authority, speaking on manure management practices. Tours will continue all morning, with the first tour beginning at 9:30 a.m. and the last tour starting al 11:15 a.m. The afternoon will feature equipment demonstrations of windrow handling equipment (rakes, tedders, inverters), large round and large square baling of hay and haylage, and storing of both large round and square bales using wraps, tubes, and bags. Visitors will also have the chance to visit displays of forage inputs 'and forage equipment throughout the day. Lunch will be available. Forages Now is being sponsored and organized by Soil & Crop Improvement Associations and Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food staff from the counties of Bruce, Grey, Dufferin, Huron, Perth, Wellington and Waterloo.