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Times-Advocate, 1988-05-04, Page 24Page 8A Times -Advocate, May 4, 1988 EDELWEISS OPENING - Saturday's grand opening of the Edelweiss Wood and Craft Shop in Dashwood was attended by a crowd of well-wishers when M.P.P. Jack Riddell cut the ribbon at the entrance. From left are Erich and Kaethe Freiter, Mike and George Tieman and Jack Riddell. Genetic selection controversial topic lifetime of the cow, as docs the profit level generated. Due to eco- nomics, farmers generally cull low producing two year olds. Many first lactation type charac- teristics are also indicators of life- time output of milk. Some studies show a strong association between specific udder traits and herdlife. Sufficient udder support, moderate udder depth and closer rear teat placement have been shown to positively influence not only herd - life but also lifetime output. Dair- yness and sharpness arc positively related to longevity. There are varying reports about the relationship between the cow's body size and lifetime output. Growing heifers adequately ensures freshening at the desired weight and at the recommended age. However, heavy genetic emphasis on sire se- lection for size improvement has limited or no benefit in future life- :ime milk output of the cow. Milk and fat yield arc considered to be of medium heritability. Progress can be made by selecting service sires on the basis of pro- geny proof (Direct Sire Compari- son). On average a one BCA point improvement in sire proof means a one point improvement in future progeny lactation yield. Selecting service sires for both milk and fat yieldimprovement is advised Su- perior sires for milk yield improve- ment tend to promote greater re- sponse in higher yield herds. The Production Dollar Index (PDI) ranks sires on expected future daughter return (quota cost not con- sidered). The index allows the dairy- man to rank potential herd sires ac- cording to their predicted dollar value. The PDI report is a semi- annual publication prepared jointly by the University of Guelph and Animal Industries Branch (OMAF). Use your PDI sheet to advantage and consider type traits that have been shown to influence lifetime profit. Desirable udder characteris- tics and functionally sound feet and legs are two areas for consideration. By Phil McEwen, Head of Livestock Section CENTRALIA COLLEGE - Dairy cow improvement through genetic selection can be a controversial top- ic. There are many different feelings and ideas about the importance of specific traits. People cull cows and sellect A.I. service sires for many different reasons. Breeders interested in merchandis- ing cattle through show ring perfor- mance set different standards com- pared to producers with a primary goal of milk income. A good com- mercial cow may be a "grade" or "registered" but her primary purpose is to generate net farm income through milk output: A discussion of ways to increase income through milk sales is the primary purpose for this article. • In most situations more milk yield per cow is conducive to an increase in profit. An increase in per cow fat yield also generates ad- ditional returns. Milk producers arc paid on volume of milk and fat yield differential. There are addi- tional costs associated with higher yields per cow but in most situa- tions an increase in net profit re- sults. An increase in herdlife for high producing cows is another area of interest. ' The potential benefit of increas- ing a cow's lifespan can be as great as her producing ability. Costs as- sociated with heifer raising must be amortized over several lactations for maximum cow profit. Herd management is the best determina- tor of herdlife. Better husbandry and management skills reduce the number of involuntary cuttings. Proper disease control, ration bal- ancing and heat detection increase a high producing cow's lifespan. Many traits measured in first lacta- tion arc good indicators of herdlife. The most important, first lactation milk production has a definite co- relationship- with lifetime milk output. Yields tend to increase over the Woodworking shop opens Dashwood welcomes new business By BERNICE BOYLE DASHWOOD - The Open House for Edelweiss Wood and Craft Shop was held Saturday, April 30 with Agriculture and Food Minister, Jack Riddell cutting the ribbon. Other officials were Dashwood village trustees George Tieman and Mi- chael Tieman, Hay Township reeve Lionel Wilder and Stephen Town- ship reeve Tom Tomes. Erich Freiter who was born in Danzig, Germany (now Poland) and Kaethe in New Schoenwiese, Ukraine, emigrated to Canada in 1951 and lived in the Leamington arca before moving to the Dash- wood arca. Erich donated a handcrafted Dash- wood black walnut clock which was auctioned by Jack Riddell. Proceeds will be given to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Mr. Bill McCann was the successful bidder. Erich's gracious wife Kaethc made and supplied refreshments for the 350-400 visitors who toured the newly constructed premises on the main street of Dashwood. Tickets for three door prizes were drawn by their youngest grandson, Byron Freiter who is one and one half years old. First prize, a clock with the Dashwood Crest won by Mrs. Martha Weigand; second two plaque pictures won by Mrs. Greta Miller; third a plaque with a poem won by Miss Amanda Weigand. Erich and Kacthe were very sur- prised and happy whcn they received a traditional German gift from Ray- mond and Louise Eisert, RR 1, Crediton who originally came from Hessen, Germany. . The gift was a large basket shaped like a boat with a jar of dill pickles,. sauerkraut, loaf rye bread and bottle wine. Tied on the huge handle were two types of sausage and blood pud- ding and grapes. In Germany whcn people marry or a new business opens friends AMMOMMMAMMOrWaftiMONA ELIMVILLE 4-H By Amy Johns Meeting two of Elimville I 4-H was held at the home of leader Lin- da Johns. We talked about weather, temperature and how to tell time with our hands. Our youth leader Lynn Portinga made up a game for us to play on how well we remem- bered the meeting we had just fin- ished. Because it was raining and we couldn't build our fire outside we made a fire in the fire place and made smores, toasted marshmal- lows and made popcorn the old fa- shioned way. It was a fun meeting. Meeting three was held at leader Nancy Smith's. We talked about the program and then went on our na- ture walk. Working in pairs we had several things we had to find - for example - find five examples of ev- idence that animals had been there, or humans had been around. We also had a paint chip and had to find something similar in colour in the woods. We walked for about two miles to a cabin where we had a blind walk. We went back to Nan- cy's where we had brownies and cookies. New for 1988 1 HIGH BOY FIELD SPRAYER • 60 foot boom • Foam markers • Drop pipes available Now booking acreage for spring work Corn, soybeans, spring and winter grains, white bean herbicides all available for application. Round -Up Spraying Available No Acreage Too Large or Too Small Hensall 282-2527` Seaforth 345-2545 Mitchell 348-8433 Port Albert 529-7901 Ailsa Craig 293-3223 Granton 225-2360 take this type of gift to express their congratulations and best wish- es. The Freiters appreciated the sup- port from the community and invite you to their new store Tuesday thru Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Good Companions The Good Companions senior cit- izens club held their meeting Mon- day April 18 with the president Mrs. Alma Genttncr welcoming 37 guests and two visitors. The card secretary sent seven cards. The club has been invited to Grand Bend Sen- iors, Wednesday May 4 at 1:30 P.m. Mrs. Aldene Wolfe's group was in charge of the program. An inter- esting poem "Spring" was read by Mrs. Doreen Lightfoot. Jennifer Weigand gave her speech "What do carrots and I have in common?" She has a small busi- ness, raising and selling rabbits. A very enterprising young girl. Several musical numbers were enjoyed from three members of the Dashwood Scaforth Band, Mr. Frans Boogemans, trumpet and Stanley Haist and Melvin Stade on their coronets. Mrs. Aldene Wolfe closed the meeting reading "The Kaisers Dream". The remainder of the evening was spent playing cards. Lunch was served. The May 16 meeting will be held at 8 p.m. with Mrs. Pearl Miller's g?oup in charge. Retirement party The department of agriculture and food held a retirement dinner party for George Tieman Saturday even- ing at the 3A's Exeter. Seventy people enjoyed a delicious dinner. Several meat inspectors and abba- toir operators from Western Onta- rio joined family and friends for. this special occasions. Tiernan presented with a plaque from the OMAF for 19 years of continued service to the meat in- spection branch, by Doug Riddell who substitutes for his brother MPP Jack Riddell, Agriculture Minister. Personals Mrs. Alma Genttncr returned Fri- day April 29 from a 10 day trip to Florida. Mr. and Mrs. Kcn Genttncr, Mrs. Alma Genttncr, Dashwood and Mr. and Mrs. Don Genttncr, Barrie attended the 25th anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Finnen, Kitchener on Saturday, April 30 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Finnen. Sunday May 1 Miss Julie Gentt- ner celebrated her first communion with her parents Ken and Linda, entertaining Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Mcidinger, Mr. and Mrs. Roman Mcidinger, Don and Barbara Gentt- ner and Steven; Mrs. Alma Gentt- ner and her brothers Todd and Ter- ry- Business meeting The Dashwood and Arca Busi- ness Association will hold their May 9 meeting at the Dashwood Community Centre at $ p.m. They are expecting a guest speaker to discuss the feasibility of a non- profit housing unit. PICK WINNERS - Byron Freiter helps his grandparents Kaethe and Eric Freiter draw the winning tickets in the Edelweiss Wood and Craft Shop opening. Don't ti be missing on May 12th!tit 0 May 12th is the date by which the Municipal Enumeration Notice mailed to your household must be completed and returned. Five easy steps to complete your notice Step 1 Justnt fo of the fk at the • fronotice and check the information shown .. . that's all you have to do.. 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