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The Citizen, 2000-01-19, Page 11THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 19, 2000. PAGE 11. Brussels Livestock report Yearlings up $2 to $3, light lambs steady Total receipts at Brussels Four steers consigned by Fred Livestock for the week ending Jan. Smith, Brussels, averaging 1,486 14 were 2,277 head of cattle, and* lbs. sold for an average of $102.47 262 lambs and goats. with sales to $105. Twenty-four Fed steers and heifers sold $2 to steers consigned by Glenn $3 higher with cows trading on a Coulthard, Stratford, averaging steady market. Veal sold $2 to $5 lower. Lambs were selling on a steady trade. On Friday the Stocker calves sold on a strong market, with the yearlings selling $2 to $3 higher. There were 330 steers on offer selling from $100 to $106 with sales to $113. Two limousin steers con­ signed by Kada Farms, Bluevale, averaging 1,395 lbs. sold to Norwich Packers for $112.50 with their overall offering of twenty-five steers averaging 1,418 lbs. selling for an average of $105.49. One blonde steer consigned by Cunningham Farms, Lucan, weigh­ ing 1,285 lbs. sold to Norwich Packers for $111.75 with their over­ all offering of thirty-seven steers averaging 1,471 lbs. selling for an average of $105.28. Twenty-six steers consigned by Orlan Martin, Mount Forest, averag­ ing 1,396 lbs. sold for an average of $105.18 with sales to $111.25. Two steers consigned by Warren and Marion Becker, Ayton, averaging 1,438 lbs. sold for an average of $103.72 with sales to $108.75. Eight steers consigned by Roy Ready, St. Marys, averaging 1,344 lbs. sold for an average of $103.50 with sales to $105.75. Ten steers consigned by Maurice Martin, Mount Forest, averaging 1,503 lbs. sold for an average of $102.97 with sales to $109. 1,453 lbs. sold for an average of $102.33 with sales to $105. Thirteen steers consigned by Ed Husk, Kincardine, averaging 1,329 lbs. sold for an average of $101.09 with sales to $102.50. Twelve steers con­ signed by Schmidt Brook Farms Inc., Woodstock, averaging 1,591 lbs. sold for an average of $100.86 with sales to $108.75. There were 165 heifers on offer selling from $100 to $106 with sales to $112. One limousin heifer con­ signed by Darren Johnston, Bluevale, weighing 1,140 lbs. sold to Dominion Meat Packers for $112 with his overall offering of three heifers averaging 1,188 lbs. selling for an average of $107.64. Three limousin heifers consigned by Mux Lea Farms, Woodstock, averaging 1,343 lbs. sold to Norwich Packers for $109.50 witi^ their overall offer­ ing of fourteen heifers averaging 1,268 lbs. selling for an average of $104.68. Three heifers consigned by Dale Gammie, Lucknow, averaging 1,033 lbs. sold for an average of $ 105.60 with sales to $ 107. Nine heifers consigned by Geo. Roney, Staffa, averaging 1,294 lbs. sold for an average of $104.64 with sales to $105.75. Four heifers con­ signed by Weswill Holdings Inc., Kippen, averaging 1,341 lbs. sold for an average of $104.44 with sales to $106.75. Two heifers consigned by Glenn Koepke, Palmerston aver­ aging 1,427 lbs. sold for an average of $104.28 with sales to $106.75. Ten heifers consigned by Andy Vanderveen, Blyth, averaging 1,345 lbs. sold for an average of $103.08 with sales to $104. Seven heifers consigned by Frank Roney, Staffa, averaging 1,294 lbs. sold for an average of $102.83 with sales to $103.75. Four heifers con­ signed by Allan Thornton, Gorrie, averaging 1,201 lbs. sold for an average of $102.70 with sales to $106. Four heifers consigned by Murray Johnston, Bluevale, averag­ ing 1,153 lbs. sold for an average of $99.15 with sales to $105.50. There were 295 cows on offer. D1 and D2 cows sold $55 to $60 with sales to $79; D3, $50 to $55; D4, $45 to $50. One holstein cow con­ signed by Lyn Huxley, Monkton, weighing 1,210 lbs. sold for $79. Ten blonde cows consigned by Mike Henry, Brampton, averaging 1,512 lbs. sold for an average of $65.49 with sales to $72.50. Three holstein cows consigned by John Wesselink, Brussels, averaging 1,600 lbs. sold for an average of $60.65 with sales to $71.50. There were 10 bulls on offer sell­ ing from $55 to $70 to the high of $78.50. One charolais bull con­ signed by Robert Hohnstein, Mildmay, weighing 2,055 lbs. sold for $78.50. One red bull consigned by Reg Knapp, Chesley, weighing 1,915 lbs. sold for $70. There were 321 veal on offer. Beef sold $105 to $148; Holstein, $115 to $126; Plain Holstein, $90 to $115. Six veal consigned by Melvin B. Martin, Linwood, averaging 674 lbs. sold for $138.60 with sales to $145. One limousin veal consigned by Jack R. Nonkes, Auburn, weigh­ ing 655 lbs. sold for $140. Two veal consigned by Murray Horst, Fordwich, averaging 678 lbs. sold for an average of $125.28 with sales to $140. Lambs, under 50 lbs., sold $140 to $167; 50 - 64 lbs., $157.50 to $190; 65 to 79 lbs., $154 to $166; 80 to 94 lbs., $140 to $142.50; 95 to 109 lbs., $112.50 to $135. Sheep sold $62.50 to $77.50. Goats sold $40 to $152.50. Steers, under 400 lbs., sold $134 to $172; 400 - 499 lbs., $143 to $163; 500 - 599 lbs., $138 to $151.50; 600 - 699 lbs., $126.50 to $141; 700 - 799 lbs., $120 to $134; 800 - 899 lbs., $107.50 to $126; 900 - 999 lbs., $109.50 to $124; 1,000 lbs. and over, $101.75 to$l 16.75. Heifers, 300 - 399 lbs., sold $128 to $148; 400 - 499 lbs., $129 to $159; 500 - 599 lbs., $124 to $146.50; 600 - 699 lbs., $111.50 to $131; 700 - 799 lbs., $108.50 to $124; 800 - 899 lbs., $110 to $120.50; 900 lbs. and over, $97.25 t® $115.75. Discovering urban forests Goderich’s urban forest, the Maitland Woods, comes alive by candlelight on Friday, Feb. 4 from 7:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. Area resi­ dents and visitors will have the chance to walk on a one km. trail lit by 120 candles. After the candlelit walk through the woods, return to the Columbus Centre and enjoy hot chocolate and cookies as part of the ticket. Tickets are available at the trail- head in the south end of the Knights of Columbus parking lot or at the door of the Columbus Centre. The cost is $2 per adult or $5 per family; group rates are also available. Winterfest button holders may participate at no charge. Proceeds from this fundraising event will be used by the Maitland Trail Association to maintain the trails in the area. The Maitland Trail Association maintains over 64 kms. of walking trails in and around the Town of Goderich and in Colborne Twp. These include approximately 48 kms. from Goderich to Auburn, 12 kms. Goderich to Auburn Rail Trail (GART); three km. trail in the Maitland Woods and one km. 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These are essential elements of the CEO’s position with the Association.” Ag. leadership program hosts gala The Advanced Agricultural Leadership Program (AALP) is hosting the gala event, The Black and White Dream Auction Feb. 12. This is a chance to bid on incredible items while enjoying a fun night on the town. This year’s line-up includes a grandfather clock, a week of accommodations in England, Blue Jays tickets with dinner and overnight accommoda­ tions, and a large screen TV, as well as paintings, hand-crafted Continued on page 19 Anderson, a graduate of the University of Guelph, has 15 years of increasing responsibility in agri­ business management. In recent years, he was responsible for devel­ oping Zeneca Agro’s Canadian field biology development program in Calgary. He then moved to Des Moines, Iowa, where he served as Zeneca’s North American product development manager. This required the management of a team of researchers from across North America and Europe in developing and testing of new products for the North American market. Anderson said, “I look forward to returning to Ontario, and particular­ ly, to the opportunity to work with a pivotal organization in the agricul­ tural community. This position pro­ vides an opportunity to make a real difference.” The Farm Safety Association pro­ vides health and safety educational services to the Ontario Agricultural Industry and community to achieve a safer and healthier workplace. FSA has been working for over 25 years to reduce farm accidents. 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