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The Citizen, 1997-02-26, Page 10PAGE 10. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26,1997 Brussels Livestock rejiort Ho watt steers reach $101, average $92.62 The sales at Brussels Livestock for the week ending Feb. 21 were: fed cattle, 385; cows, 253; veal calves, 297; lambs and goats, 40; and stockers, 1,233. The fed steers and heifers sold $4 to $5 higher. Cows sold $2 to $4 higher. The top veal sold steady with second cut selling $2 to $4 lower. Lambs sold on a strong trade. Calves sold $2 to $3 higher with yearlings selling steady. There were 237 steers on offer selling from $86 to $90 to the high of $101. Ten steers consigned by Jim Howatt, Londes boro, averaging 1,369 lbs. sold for an average of $92.62 with sales to $101. Ten steers consigned by Jerry Cronin, Dublin, averaging 1,343 lbs. sold for an average of $90.40 with sales to $97. Fourteen steers consigned by Loomis Farms, Ailsa Craig, averaging 1,370 lbs. sold for an average of $86.09 with sales to $96. Nine steers consigned by Brian Bearss, St. Marys, averaging 1,453 lbs. sold for an average of $90.15 with sales to $95. Two steers consigned by Dwayne Dickert, Ayton, averaging 1,393 lbs. sold for an average of $90.43 with sales to $94. Eighteen steers consigned by Dougald McCallum, Glencoe, averaging 1,355 lbs. sold for an average of $88.74 with sales to $92.50. Seventeen steers consigned by Kada Farms, Bluevale, averag­ ing 1,324 lbs. sold for an average of $86.55 with sales to $91.50. Five steers consigned by Darren 4-H exec Members of the Huron County 4-H executive were elected recently. Back row, from left: Marie Salm, first vice-president; Helen Lapp, director; Lorraine Franken, director; Linda Bailey, director; Joan Stewart, secretary/treasurer; Paul Coultes, past president; Bryon Black, agriculture director. Middle row; Greda Vanden Hoven, regional director; Dianne Baan, director; Florence Pullen, regional director. Front: Thelma Dougherty, president. Hullett council backs Grey FREE BUS RIDE________* Support was given to Grey Twp., by Hullett council at the Feb. 4 meeting, regarding Grey Twp.'s concern for the 25 per cent mill rate on farm land, proposed by the provincial government. Letters were sent to Huron MPP Helen Johns, the Ontario Federa­ tion of Agriculture, Perth MPP Bert Johnston and the Honourable Noble Villeneuve, Minister of Agricul­ ture, Food and Rural Affairs. Council supported a motion by Keppel Twp. in their request to Minister of Education John Snobe- Johnston, Bluevale, averaging 1,456 lbs. sold for an average of $87.16 with sales to $90. Five steers consigned by Ron Kestner, Mildmay, averaging 1,428 lbs. sold for an average of $87.13. Five steers consigned by Doug and Don Green, Listowel, averaging 1,395 lbs. sold for an average of $88.47 with sales to $90. There were 127 heifers on offer selling from $85 to $88 to the high of $90. Six heifers consigned by Dale Gammie, Lucknow, averaging 1,058 lbs. sold for an average of $85.35 with sales to $90. Thirteen heifers consigned by Don Curran, Dungannon, averaging 1,079 lbs. sold for an average of $84.11 with sales to $90. Eight heifers consigned by Gordon Dougherty, Goderich, averaging 1,322 lbs. sold for an average of $86.16 with sales to $89.25. Four heifers consigned by David Proper, Wingham, averaging 1,153 lbs. sold for an average of $86.03 with sales to $87.50. Four heifers consigned by Bill Howe, Cargill, averaging 1,073 lbs. sold for an average of $87.13 with sales to $87.25. Two heifers consigned by David Bowles, Brussels, averaging 1,200 lbs. sold for an average of $85.99 with sales to $87. Four heifers consigned by Normangrove Farms, Wingham, averaging 1,031 lbs. sold for an average of $86.16 with sales to $88. Twenty-four heifers consigned by Pete Sereda, Centralia, averaging 1,145 lbs. sold for an len to declare teachers an essential service, thereby eliminating strikes. Council agreed to share in the cost of a cellular phone for Drainage Superintendent Geoff King, at a price of $63.13. The cost wil be shared with King's other employers, Maitland Valley Con­ servation Authority and West Wawanosh Twp. A bylaw to regulate automobile and salvage yards in the township, was passed by council. Accounts, in the amount of $64,063.38, were approved for pay­ ment. average of $84.88 with sales to $87.75. Six heifers consigned by Decroft Farms Ltd., Clinton, averaging 1,177 lbs. sold for an average of $86.23 with sales to $87.75. Six heifers consigned by Don Campbell, Mitchell, averaging 1,213 lbs. sold for an average of $86.09 with sales to $87.75. There were 253 cows on offer selling from $35 to $57 to the high of $67. Seven cows consigned by Earl Poster, St. Marys, averaging 1,549 lbs. sold for an average of $53.28 with sales to $67. Three limo cows consigned by Larry Matheson, Durham, averaging 1,252 lbs. sold for an average of $52.67 with sales to $63.50. Two holstein cows consigned by Peel Dominium, Bluevale, averaging 1,510 lbs. sold for an average of $55.89 with sales to $63.50. There were 19 bulls on offer selling from $48.25 to $53 to the high of $66. Three bulls consigned by Geo. De Block, London, averaging 1,955 lbs. sold for an average of $63.57 with sales to $66. One limo bull consigned by Keith Reid, Chesley, weighing 1,715 lbs. sold for $58.50. There were 297 veal on offer selling from: Beef, $80 to $110; Holstein, $70 to $80; Plain Holstein, $50 to $70. Three veal consigned by Decroft Farms Ltd., Clinton, averaging 618 lbs. sold for an average of $94.55 with sales to $110. Two veal consigned by Dale Bachert, Blyth, averaging 670 lbs. sold for an average of $102.57 with sales to $106. Twenty-three veal London Farm Show March 6,1997 leaving at 9:30 & home by 6:00 Call to confirm your aoat. Bus driven by Wheeler Bus Lines HURON FEEDING SYSTEMS Brussels, Ontario JOSEPH SEILI (519) 887-6289 consigned by Albert Hessels, Wingham, averaging 678 lbs. sold for an average of $84.37 with sales to $101.50. Lambs, 95 to 109 lbs. sold $192.50 to $215. Sheep sold $42.50 to $67.50. Goats sold $40 to $100. Steers, under 40 lbs., sold $60 to $117.50; 400 - 499 lbs., $80 to $111.50; 500 - 599 lbs., $80 to $106; 600 - 699 lbs., $75 to F arm A Look otjAgriculture Scientists confirm starter fertilizer value to no-till corn Ralph deVries, Crop Consultant with Howson & Howson Ltd. With increased costs to produce corn with marginal returns projected for 1997 it may be wise to consider the most profitable use of starter fertilizer in com. Crop scientists at the University of Illinois have confirmed the value of starter fertilizer on no-till corn. In a three-year (1993-95) study at four locations, they also found that early crop growth and yield response were sharply influenced by the type of fertilizer application. The four study sites represented different combinations of climate, soil type, crop rotation, and soil nutrient levels. Com was' planted at 35,000 seeds per acre and stands were hand-thinned to 29,000 plants per acre post­ emerge. Starter fertilizer was banded, seed-placed and surface applied. Bands two inches to the side and two inches below the seed row (2x2) increased yields regardless of previous crop. When early- season P (phosphorus) and K (potassium) soil-test levels were near recommended minimums, average yield increases were eight bushels per acre for 25 pounds of nitrogen (N) alone. There was a 14 bushel per acre increase for a balanced starter fertilizer of N, P, and K (25+30_20). Seed-placed dry starter fertilizer yield increases occurred when at least 10 pounds per acre of N plus P were applied. Seed-placed fertilizers applied with the seed THURSDAYS FRIDAYS Finished Cattle & Cows Bob Calves Veals followed by Coats Sheep & Lambs Stocker Cattle Pigs $103.50; 700 - 799 lbs., $78.50 to $95.75; 800 - 899 lbs., $75.50 to $108; 900 lbs. and over, $84.50 to $104. Heifers, 300 - 399 lbs. sold $60 to $95; 400 - 499 lbs., $69.50 to $87.50; 500 - 599 lbs., $72.50 to $90.50; 600 - 699 lbs., $68 to $87.25; 700 - 799 lbs., $60 to $86.75; and 800 - 899 lbs., $60 to $92.50. Plain stockers sold $35 to $53. did not adversely affect emergence and yielded the same as 2x2- banded 25+30+20 in 1993 and 1994, but 12 bushels per acre less at two of three locations in 1995. Seed-placed fertilizers should be used with caution. Injury from seed-placed fertilizer was greatest when weather was warm and dry after planting. Even though the liquid materials did not slow emergence, there was some growth stunting. Greenhouse studies have also shown leaf tip burning and twisting. The lower rates of seed-placed fertilizer that can be used safely are not always enough for maximum yield benefits. To summarize and to eliminate confusion, including nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium in starter fertilizers (25-30-20), provides the greatest profitability when banded in a 2x2 band. This is especially true when early season com growth occurs under stressful conditions. Seed placed liquid or dry fertilizers do provide yield increases but these increases are less consistent. Using starter fertilizer that is broadcast gives higher average yields than using no starter. Of all the starter treatments tested, 2x2 banded ranked highest with seed-placed fertilizer ranking next and then surface applied; no starter ranked the lowest when compared to no fertilizer application.