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BY ALLAN DAWSON Co-operator staff

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he discovery that clubroot races uncontrolled by resistant canola varieties are widespread in Alberta underscores how important it is for Manitoba to nip this potentially devastating disease in the bud.

“Genetically resistant varieties are not going to work long term,” said Anastasia Kubinec, Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development’s oilseed specialist in reaction to the news from Alberta May 8.

“We need to identify this pest in Manitoba and use various strategies, including crop rotation to help keep clubroot in check.

It’s well documented that longer crop rotations can really cut the number of clubroot spores in the soil and lessen the impact and economic damage.”

The first step is for Manitoba farmers to test their fields to see whether the pathogen is present.

“If you do have clubroot, the resistance trait could be very important,” she said. “If you tested and you don’t have clubroot you might not choose that (clubroot-resistant) trait.”

See CLUBROOT on page 7 »

Calves on the Greaves farm race ahead as cow-calf pairs are moved to pasture. photo: jeannette Greaves

Farm succession plans lacking, poll shows Just 30 per cent of farms have done formal succession planning

By Lorraine Stevenson Co-operator staff

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ost farmers expect to retire and hand over the farm to family, but few appear to be doing anything to ensure it happens, according to results of a newly released Ipsos Reid poll of Canadian farmers.

Just 30 per cent of 455 farmers polled for the 2015 Canadian Agricultural Outlook Survey said they are doing any formal succession planning to ensure a smooth transition to the next generation. Yet, the majority (62 per cent) say they expect to transfer it, and onethird said their farms are likely to change hands within the next few years.

The poll was commissioned

by Glacier FarmMedia and polled farmers representing a wide range of farm operations in the three Prairie provinces.

Farms with sales of $250,000 or more made up about twothirds of the survey.

A Manitoba farm succession-planning specialist said she isn’t surprised by the poll results. Many farm families are putting off setting out a plan, and to their detriment, says certified farm family coach and author Elaine Froese.

There are at least 120,000 farms expected to transfer in the next decade, but without plans, many of these farms are exposing themselves to the risk of increased family conflict, and potentially even

losing the farm’s successor altogether, Froese said.

“I call it the tsunami of agriculture. It’s this big, giant, silent wave that’s going to hit people but they don’t even know they’re going to get hit and there’s no warning signs being flashed off,” Froese said.

Why so few farmers are prepared to address the future ownership structure of the farm can’t be put down to being too busy either, she said. Farmers are avoiding the subject for fear of conflict, and because the value of many farm’s assets has become so enormous, “people are just paralyzed so they do nothing,” she added.

A spokesperson for RBC Agr iculture, which was a key partner in developing

the Outlook survey said the dearth of succession planning in agriculture isn’t much different from the lack of plans for transferring ownership of non-agricultural businesses.

But what farms without succession plans additionally face is loss of legacy, and potentially the family home.

As well, the fragmentation of the farm has a broader impact on the rural community, said G w e n Pa d d o c k , n a t i o n a l director, Agriculture with RBC. This lack of succession planning worries lenders for a number of reasons, including seeing clients at risk of losing the legacy they’ve worked so hard to create, Paddock said.

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MERGER?: Monsanto and Syngenta inch towards deal » PAGE 18

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INSIDE

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In this case, GMO technology is a failure

Diversifying the farm Farm families look to direct marketing as a way of boosting revenues

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The glow-in-the-dark boys impress the ladies, but they can’t fight off the competition STAFF

CROPS Streamlined crop registration The federal government is trying to make varietal registration more responsive to industry trends

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FEATURE When is the right time?

You can’t just go by the calendar when it comes to planting soybeans

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urdue University researchers say that while males of a genetically modified zebrafish that glow in the dark are more attractive to females, their wild cousins end up with more breeding success.

Glofish are a GM version of zebrafish with a transgene from a sea anemone, which gives them a neon glow.

Animal science professors, William Muir and Richard Howard conducted a long-term study of mating success in mixed populations of wild zebrafish and Glofish. Although female zebrafish strongly preferred the neonred males to their brown wild counterparts, the females were coerced into spawning with the wild males who aggressively chased away their transgenic rivals.

As a result, the rate at which the red transgenic trait appeared in offspring fell rapidly over 15 generations of more than 18,500 fish and ultimately disappeared in all but one of 18 populations. “The females didn’t get to choose,” Muir said in a Purdue release. “The wild-type males drove away the reds and got all the mates. That’s what drove the transgene to extinction.”

Except for their mating competitiveness, wild-type males and Glofish males were similar in fitness — that is, their health, fertility and lifespan — which was unexpected since genetically modifying an organism often decreases its ability to flourish, Muir said.

Though female zebrafish strongly preferred Glofish males, the males were chased off by wild-type rivals, leading to the transgene fading from the population over time. Photo: Purdue University / Tom Campbell

“Natural selection has had billions of years to maximize an organism’s fitness for its environment,” he said. “Changing its genetics in any way almost always makes an organism less fit for the wild. You’ve ‘detuned’ it.”

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Red River Ex selects Farm Family of the Year The Friesen family has welcomed many visitors to help bring public awareness of dairy farming RREA Release

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he Red River Exhibition Association (RREA) has officially named the Friesen family of Kleefeld, Manitoba, owner/operators of Friecrest Holsteins, as the 2015 Farm Family of the Year.

Ed and Kathy Friesen along with their four daughters Alyssa, Loralie, Janelle and Jocelyn have joined a distinguished list of 49 other families who have been honoured with this award since its inception in 1966.

“This annual award celebrates the steadfast people in our rural communities whose efforts continually enhance the way of life of their families, neighbours, and the Manitoba economy. It is our honour to recognize the forerunners in this important provincial industry as we profile the diversity and achievements of exceptionally deserving families,” said Garth Rogerson, CEO of the RREA. “The Friesen family is an ambassador and leader in Manitoba’s agricultural industry and personifies the qualities recognized by this title.”

Ed and Kathy started Friecrest

The Friesen family (l to r) Jocelyn, Justin and Alyssa Sawatsky, Kathy, Ed, Loralie, and Janelle are the Red River Exhibition’s 2015 Farm Family of the Year. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Holsteins in 1999 and have always been very active in their community and the dairy-farming industry. Their farm is a glowing example of the pride and dedication that Manitoba dairy

farmers have for their farms and the products that they harvest each day.

Both Ed and Kathy have served on many boards and organizations including being involved

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New interim wheat class coming for Faller, Prosper, Elgin ND

China lifts ban on Canadian beef

Market potential will be studied before it’s made permanent

BY ALLAN DAWSON Co-operator staff

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hanges are coming to Western Canada’s milling wheat classes along with some additional study and more industry feedback.

A new interim milling wheat class for Faller and Prosper, two high-yielding American Dark Northern Spring wheats, will be launched Aug. 1, the Canadian Gra i n Co m mission (CGC) announced May 8 after several months of consultations.

An assessment of demand will determine whether the class will become permanent and expanded it to include additional Dark Northern Spring varieties as well as lower-protein and -gluten wheats currently in the West’s premier Canada Western Red Spring (CWRS) class. That analysis will be done by Cereals Canada and Canadian International Grains Institute (Cigi).

The CGC said it doesn’t know when a final decision will be made on the class, which for now will be called “Interim wheat class.”

“We are responding to the industr y’s request… (and) although some people were in favour of it, some were a little cautious,” Dave Hatcher, the CGC’s program manager for Asian products, said in an interview. “They wanted to know more about the market itself.”

Wheats grown in Western Canada are usually assigned a class making it easier for commerce.

Elgin ND, which is also expected to receive interim registration soon, will be in the interim class.

Hatcher and CGC chief commissioner Elwin Hermanson

announced the class review in December. The goal is to improve the quality and consistency of the CWRS and Canada Prairie Spring (CPS) red classes and give farmers more wheat options.

Hermanson said in an earlier interview a review was necessary for several reasons, including customer complaints about low gluten strength in CWRS wheats and the approval of American varieties such as Faller and Prosper.

Western Canada has eight milling classes. Each class has specific milling and baking characteristics. Varieties in the same class are commingled making grain handling more efficient, while preserving end-user quality. But since each class is segregated, it also adds cost.

The CGC has also proposed scrapping the Canada Western Extra Strong and CPS white classes, but no decision has been made on that, Hatcher said.

As proposed, the CGC will tighten milling and baking specifications for wheats entering the CWRS and Canada Prairie Spring (CPS) red class.

“Everybody who responded to us was very adamant in ensuring that CWRS and CPS red quality and consistency were protected,” Hatcher said.

The CGC will change the enduse quality “checks” new wheat varieties must match or surpass before being registered and assigned to a class, he said.

The change should boost gluten strength in the CWRS class.

Complaints about low gluten strength, a critical factor in making bread, surfaced in 2012.

It’s due to a combination of factors, including the rise in popularity of three weaker gluten varieties — Unity, Lillian and Harvest — wetter-than-usual growing conditions and grain-handling consoli-

with the activities of four busy daughters.

But the Friesen family has never hesitated to open their farm to outsiders in order to help bring awareness to their industry. They have

hosted many tours and groups through their facilities always willing to answer questions, provide hands-on demonstrations and show anyone who is interested what their daily life is all about.

Whether it’s a group of 20 or an individual tour, Ed and Kathy are proud to share the importance of their industry, the pride in their animals and the exceptional products they produce.

“The Friesen family stood out in the selection process for Farm Family of the Year. Their passion for what they do, their devotion to the community and their exemplary efforts to share their knowledge and experience is extremely evident,” said Morris Deveson, chair of the Farm Family of the Year committee.

The Friesen family will be officially acknowledged at a reception held in their honour on Monday, June 15 as part of celebrations surrounding the 2015 Red River Ex. 2015 marks the 50th anniversary of the Farm Family program.

Representatives from all 50 families are invited to attend this year’s dinner to celebrate their achievements and the inroads that the agriculture industry continues to make today.

dation, which results in less wheat mixing before it’s exported, the CGC says.

The CGC’s approach has industry support.

“We want to make sure we are thoughtful about it because there are pros and cons to creating a new class,” said Wade Sobkowich, executive director of the Western Grain Elevator Association. “One of the issues is creating more segregations for handling and the costs associated with that.”

The Western Canadian Wheat Growers Association (WCWGA) supports studying the interim class’s market potential before making it permanent.

“Another option would be to simply allow companies to continue to buy these varieties on a spec basis, as is the case now…,” WCWGA policy manager Blair Rutter said.

The Alberta Wheat Commission (AWC) wants the interim class studied further too, general manager Tom Steve said. The AWC supports tighter specifications for the CWRS and CPS classes, but not the proposed moving of Lillian and Unity to the new class.

Time will correct the problem as farmers switch to other varieties, he said.

Keystone Agricultural Producers president Dan Mazier said KAP supports the interim class, but wants lots of advance notice before varieties are moved.

“I like how transparent the process has been,” he added.

The National Farmers Union (NFU) opposes creating a new class, arguing it will hurt Canada’s reputation for high-quality wheat and only benefit multinational grain buyers and American seed companies.

winnipeg / reuters / China has lifted its ban on Canadian beef, which it imposed in February after Canada’s first discovery of mad cow disease since 2011, news website iPolitics said May 1.

The website cited Canadian Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz saying that shipments had resumed.

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OPINION/EDITORIAL

More than milk and eggs

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he Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade agreement now under negotiation involves 12 of the world’s largest economies, and has been described as “NAFTA on steroids.” What’s holding it up? Canadian dairy farmers.

Or so you’d think about reading some of the national and international media coverage. Some of John Morriss it made us think of the coverage Editorial Director of the Crow debate. As it went on (seemingly forever), journalists would dredge up phrases from old stories and start new ones about the “century-old” (it wasn’t) Crow Rate which “was promised in perpetuity” (it wasn’t) and how changing it would “reduce the price of land on the Prairies” (it didn’t).

So while they weren’t accurate, these phrases were repeated so often that they became accepted wisdom.

Similarly, as in reports from last week’s G-20 agriculture ministers’ meeting in Turkey, there were references to Canada’s reluctance to drop supply management because of the “powerful dairy lobby.”

The Dairy Farmers of Canada is pretty smart all right, but let’s think this through. There are about 12,000 dairy farms in Canada, so let’s assume each has an average of mom, dad and one child of voting age. That’s 36,000 votes spread across dozens of constituencies across the country. Let’s further assume the Conservatives drop supply management and every one of those voters decides to vote Liberal or NDP in protest. In that unlikely event, in how many constituencies would that make a difference?

Pressure to change supply management came last week from the Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance, which issued an opinion piece saying “the time is now” to get a deal. It didn’t mention the words “supply management,” but the unspoken undercurrent is that Canada has to drop it or there will be no deal, and Prairie grain and livestock producers will lose out.

That must have the Conservatives quaking in their boots — if we don’t get into the TPP, all the farmers on the Prairies are going to vote Liberal or NDP in protest. Given the NDP victory in Alberta, perhaps anything is possible, but this doesn’t seem too likely.

The focus on supply management diverts attention from the fact that there are other contentious issues in the TPP. Patent protection on drugs is one, especially for Canadian provinces trying to minimize their health-care bills. And of some 61,000 words in the Wikipedia entry on the TPP, the words “supply management” appear once.

“Intellectual property” appears 20 times. Many countries are at odds with the U.S. on intellectual property and copyright law. And according to WikiLeaks, the accord would grant the power to global corporations to sue governments in tribunals organized by the World Bank or the United Nations to obtain taxpayer compensation for loss of expected future profits due to government actions.

That information had to come from WikiLeaks, because the text of the deal is secret.

So there are certainly some powerful lobbies in the TPP negotiations, such as U.S. entertainment and Internet corporations and multinational drug companies. It’s odd that the “powerful dairy lobby” in Canada seems to get more ink than they do. Or than the much more powerful dairy lobby in the U.S., which wants access to the Canadian market.

There lies the real but so far mostly unspoken political issue in Canada. Much of the U.S. “dairy shed” in the northern U.S. is within a few hours’ semi-trailer ride to most of the Canadian population in Ontario and Quebec.

Manitoba’s comparatively small requirement could probably be supplied from Minnesota.

So if supply management disappears and the border opens, U.S. milk would flood across the border unless Canada matched the U.S. dairy support program.

Canadian producers would also be under pressure to adopt the same production model as some of the U.S. mega-operations, many of which have questionable labour and animal welfare practices. Canadian consumers would begin to see sharp fluctuations in prices, which they don’t now. Nothing strikes more fear into the heart of a politician than the prospect of a news report with a young mother complaining about the high price of milk.

So while supply management, especially for dairy, may be a sticking point in the TPP, it isn’t the only one, and it involves more than farmers. Other than Mexico, Canada is the only TPP country that shares a border with the U.S. If this deal is in fact “NAFTA on steroids,” it’s likely that there are more issues on the table than milk and eggs. john.morriss@fbcpublishing.com

Residents’ control is best answer to threat of deforestation

By Chris Arsenault Rome / Reuters

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xpanding agriculture is the biggest driver of deforestation around the world, and giving local residents greater control over forested land leads to better environmental management, forest researchers said May 6.

An estimated 1.2 billion people rely on forests for their livelihood, including about 60 million indigenous people who are almost entirely dependent on them, the International Union of Forest Research Organizations (IUFRO) said in a 170-page report.

Expanding agriculture accounts for 73 per cent of the world’s forest loss, the report, released at the United Nations Forum on Forests, said.

Balancing competing interests is not easy in the face of climate change and a growing population, but forests should be viewed as key food producers and thus be better managed, rather than being seen as a barrier to agriculture, researchers said.

“There are countries that are achieving food security while at the same time reducing the rate of deforestation,” Eva Muller, a senior forestry official at the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) told the Thomson Reuters Foundation, though she declined to give examples.

Giving local residents the power to make decisions on land use is generally the best way to reach a compromise between forest users and farmers, she said.

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Local communities have a natural interest in balancing food production and forest cover on their land, said Cambridge University’s Bhaskar Vira, the study’s lead author.

“There is considerable evidence to show that when local communities are given a clear stake in the health of forests, they look after it,” Vira told the Thomson Reuters Foundation. “Giving women more control is especially effective.”

Globally, nearly 80 per cent of forests are publicly owned, so governments have the ability to provide local residents with secure land tenure, the FAO’s Muller said.

Powerful logging or cattle-ranching interests are likely to put pressure on local residents to sell them forested land, and national governments need to counter this with strong environmental protection policies, Vira said.

In some of the world’s most vulnerable regions, such as the Sahel in North Africa, trees contribute 80 per cent of the average household’s income through shea nut production and other activities, the report said.

Food products harvested from forests in the developing world are worth an estimated $17 billion annually, the report said. About 2.4 billion households in developing countries depend on wood or other biofuels from forests for cooking and heating.

Food products derived from forests, including wild animals, nuts, fruits and seeds are especially important for vulnerable people at times of price volatility, war and drought, the report said.

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his ad from the May 1909 The Grain Growers’ Guide offered Brandon-manufactured windmills ranging in price from $60 to $160.

In 1908, the Nor-West Farmer had been purchased by the Grain Growers’ Grain Company (later United Grain Growers) and had become the official “organ” for the organization. Much of the May issue was devoted to the request that the federal government take over the operations of the grain terminals at Fort William in order that farmers get a better grade. A delegation had been to Ottawa to request this change as well as others to the Canada Grain Act. The idea was supported by the Dominion Millers’ Association, and the issue carried the full text of its letter to the minister of trade and commerce requesting the change.

There were grumblings about farmers in North Dakota receiving a higher price than farmers in Manitoba. One letter complained about an elevator at Beresford and “the lowdown methods they use to bluff the farmer.” Another letter put the North Dakota premium at 15 cents a bushel, and the writer called for Winnipeg to have “a free and open market where all the world’s millers may come and jostle with each other in the sample room.”

On a less controversial subject, a letter from Fred Carroll of Carroll, Man. invited all comers to a plowing match in July. Beside the “usual classes for gang and walking plows, there will be competition for the McMillan Cup, with which goes the provincial championship.”

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COMMENT/FEEDBACK

Is the Trans-Pacific Partnership a good deal for Canada?

The economic logic behind free trade is that ‘a rising tide lifts all boats’

By Robert McGarvey Troy Media / Edmonton

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s the Trans-Pacific Partnership a bulwark of freedom as proponents claim, or is Canada about to be shoehorned into another free trade deal that will continue the hollowing out of our economy?

It depends on your perspective.

The TPP, championed by U.S. President Barack Obama as an important addition to the world’s free trade zone and as a means of extending U.S. influence in Asia, is nothing if not ambitious. It’s being negotiated between 12 countries with Pacific Ocean connections, including the United States, Canada and a notoriously protectionist Japan.

Canada’s position on TPP seems to swing between hot and cold.

At the same time Prime Minister Stephen Harper was calling TPP “the biggest game on the planet,” our own trade negotiators were balking, holding their ground on provisions for free access to Canada’s tightly controlled dairy, poultry and egg markets.

It should be pointed out the U.S. president is facing considerable domestic opposition to the deal. The Republicans in Congress oppose TPP because it’s an Obama initiative, but the president is also facing opposition from within his own party.

Senator Elizabeth Warren has pointed out that, while she’s in favour of trade, all of the free trade

Ensuring this balance is maintained requires political oversight of market forces and the supremacy of state sovereignty. Regrettably, both of these principles have been sacrificed in recent free trade negotiations

deals since the 1970s, including NAFTA, have contributed to the erosion of middle-class wages and standards of living. She insists free trade deals are poorly constructed, biased toward corporate interests and against the best interests of workers and the public.

There appears to be some truth to this assertion. Consider wages.

While workers’ wages in the U.S. tracked productivity gains for three decades after the Second World War, from 1973 onward wages have basically straight-lined while productivity has almost tripled.

Something is obviously wrong.

The economic logic behind free trade is that “a rising tide lifts all boats.” But many also see free trade as a vital necessity for world peace.

That idea was evident at the 1944

Bretton Woods Conference, where the victorious allies made their plans for a freer postwar world.

However, despite committing to freer trade, Bretton Woods also attempted “to reconcile liberal international trade policies with high levels of domestic employment and growth.”

The problem is that ensuring this balance is maintained requires political oversight of market forces and the supremacy of state sovereignty. Regrettably, both of these principles have been sacrificed in recent free trade negotiations.

Consider the chilling impact of NAFTA on public policy-making in Canada. A few years ago, it came to light that New Brunswick drivers were paying some of the highest auto insurance rates in the countr y. The provincial government convened a committee to study the matter and it concluded that a public insurance plan could reduce premiums by 20 per cent across the board.

Obviously, this was popular with the driving public. However, enter the Insurance Bureau of Canada.

It reminded the government that if it went ahead with its plan, under NAFTA, foreign insurers could sue the province for “lost profits” from the expropriation of their market share. Bottom line, it never came to that. Even the threat of litigation was enough to kill the plan. As a result, New Brunswick continues to pay some of the highest auto insurance rates in the country.

There is also the notorious case

of tobacco giant Philip Morr is suing the government of Australia for attempting to regulate cigarette packaging. Philip Morris argued t h a t Au s t r a l i a’s t o b a c c o P l a i n Packaging Act would discourage smoking; therefore the act constitutes an expropriation of its investments. Philip Morris maintains the act was an “unreasonable and discriminatory measure” in violation of the company’s rights under a “free” trade deal Australia signed with Hong Kong.

You can hardly blame critics of free trade when there is such an alarming gulf between free trade theor y and practice; it reminds me of “free” market theory, which only seems to work in economic textbooks.

Popular support for free trade has declined precipitously over the past few decades. But, in theory, the TPP is a good thing for Canada; it could increase the economic pie for all Canadians and create opportunities for Canadian business.

The difficulty lies in making TPP work for average Canadians.

That means negotiating terms in the partnership that put the public horse back in front of the trade c a r t . T h i s e n s u re s b u s i n e s s e s serve the communities in which they operate and not the other way around.

Robert McGarvey is an economic historian and co-founder of the Genuine Wealth Institute, an Alberta-based think-tank dedicated to helping businesses, communities and nations develop flourishing economies of well-being.

We need to talk about the Trans-Pacific Partnership Canada can’t afford to be on the sidelines of 40 per cent of the world’s economic activity

by Cam Dahl

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t is a bit hard to tell, but Canada is part of one of the largest trade negotiations that have ever taken place. Hard to tell because not many seem to want to talk about it. Canadian reaction to the negotiations seems a bit like a five-yearold putting their hands over their eyes and hoping no one sees them. That needs to change.

I am talking about the Trans-Pacific Par tnership ( TPP) negotiations. These talks are rapidly running to the finish line. Canada is at risk of being last in the race.

Canadians cannot afford to let that happen.

What is at stake? The 12 countries involved in this Asia-Pacific deal make up 40 per cent of the world’s gross domestic product. Canada is a trading nation. We cannot afford to take a back seat in 40 per cent of the world’s economic activity.

Canada has some sensitivi-

ties in the negotiations. We are not unique. Every one of the 12 countries around the table have sensitive domestic issues. These range from the U.S. “buy America” programming, sugar, cars, clothing and of course agriculture.

What does make Canada unique is that the other 11 TPP partners are talking about their sensitivities, while Canada seems to be waiting. Other TPP members have indicated that Canada risks being left out of the deal completely if we don’t quickly come to the table.

There is much to gain.

Incomes in the Asia-Pacific region are rapidly rising.

Trade between Asian-Pacific countries is growing faster than any other region in the world. Countries in the TPP are not just importing more, they are importing higher q u a l i t y. T h i s i s a n i d e a l opportunity for Canadian farmers and the entire agriculture value chain. We are very good at supplying growing economies with highquality food.

What does make Canada unique is that the other 11 TPP partners are talking about their sensitivities, while Canada seems to be waiting.

Other TPP members have indicated that Canada risks being left out of the deal completely

Just as there is much to gain, there is much to lose.

Asian-Pacific countries are top buyers of Canadian grains and oilseeds. For example Japan imports about 1.5 million tonnes of high-quality wheat every year. It is one of our most consistent customers. What happens to this market if competitors like the U.S. and Australia gain preferential access?

The status quo is simply not an option. Either Canada is part of the TPP agreement and is able to participate in the region’s growth or we are left on the sidelines while our

competitors gain the benefits of better market access.

Canadian participation should really be a nob ra i n e r, b u t Ca n a d a w i l l likely be asked to make decisions at an inconvenient time. Inconvenient because these decisions will need to be made before October 19 (election day in Canada, for those who are not political junkies).

Elections are a difficult time for political leaders to talk about sensitive issues, including sensitive trade negotiations. Elections are also an easy time for politicians to

attack their opponents for making difficult decisions that are in the best interest of the Canadian economy.

This is why all of Canadian agriculture, especially farmers, need to speak up and be heard. We need to remind politicians from all parties that we depend on trade.

We need to ensure that they know the large benefits that will come from TPP participation. And we need them to understand the costs associated with being left behind.

Politicians who understand the benefits of trade need your support.

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FROM PAGE ONE SUCCESSION Continued from page 1

“At the personal level, we know how important it is for our clients who’ve worked hard and to have that legacy,” she said.

But without a succession plan the financial implications can also be serious, she said.

Ta x e s w i l l b e i m p a c t e d depending on how assets are being transferred, she said.

It differs by province but in some instances land transfer tax is not payable when you’re transferring an active farm operation to a sibling or within the family, she said.

“When you think about the value of some of these farm operations, that can represent a substantial amount of money... that money rather than going to pay tax could be left in the operation to support the cash flow and perhaps fund future growth.”

Good advance planning can also help minimize or at least prepare for the impact of capital gains taxes too. It’s advisable to start planning at least five years in advance of when you want to step down, she said.

“If yo u s t a r t yo u r p l a n ning soon enough and leave yourself enough time, then you can take advantage of those options,” she said, adding that at the same time it’s critically important that farm families get good advice from qualified farm advisers, an accountant who understands the business of agriculture and legal advice.

But no farmer will begin assembling that advisory team unless they’re preparing to start the planning process, and it’s that unwillingness to do so that’s stalling this, said Froese.

“There’s no end of resources

Farmers find it easier to focus on immediate issues such as seeding operations than longer-term tasks such as succession planning. photo: sandi knight

for farm families to do farm succession planning,” she said.

“What’s needed is the willingness to start talking and have facilitated meetings to take action. Nobody can drive the process except the farm family. You need a driver within the family who says, ‘we are getting this done.’”

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griculture and AgriFood Canada (AAFC) has joined forces with McCain Foods Canada and the province’s potato growers in a major project to improve potato yields in New Brunswick by improving soil health.

Po t a t o y i e l d s i n Ne w Brunswick are lagging behind other Nor th Amer ican potato production regions.

The culprit may be declining soil health.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada researcher Bernie Zebar th believes potato yields could be boosted by applying compost.

Compost products vary widely depending on their feedstocks (animal manures, wood waste or bedding materials) and the composting process, and how that affects potato growth is not known.

The new research project has two components. The first includes large-scale

application of compost on grower fields. The effects of this compost on potato yield and soil health are being evaluated over several years.

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The Manitoba Co-operator | May 14, 2015

CLUBROOT Continued from page 1

Farmers who plant resistant canolas do not risk selecting for resistant clubroot races if they don’t have clubroot, but they could be if they do. That’s why it’s critical to know if the disease is present or not.

With the help of several programs, clubroot soil tests at the new Pest Surveillance Initiative (PSI) laboratory in Winnipeg can cost as little as $25.

In Alberta it’s not unusual to find a billion clubroot spores per gram of soil compared to just 10,000 in Manitoba, Kubinec said.

As of last year Manitoba had 13 confirmed cases of clubroot in 10 municipalities. Eleven of them were based on soil tests, with no visible symptoms in canola plants. In the two cases where plants were infected, the symptoms were minor. Updated information will be released in a couple of weeks, Kubinec said.

The hope is finding where clubroot is in Manitoba will help with controlling it through crop rotation, sanitation (biosecurity) and planting clubroot-resistant varieties when appropriate.

That’s why there’s an extensive clubroot detection survey underway.

resistant cultivars,” the release said. “It is suspected that there may be multiple pathotypes causing this loss of function of clubroot resistance.” “ These new fields aren’t clustered around the original location of resistance breakdown,” said Dan Orchard, the CCC’s agronomy specialist and clubroot lead. “They are hundreds of kilometres apart and throughout the clubrootinfested areas of the province.

We need to continue to focus on both minimizing the spread of these new pathotypes and the buildup of resting spores in all fields.”

Clubroot is soil-borne and therefore spreads on equipment. Cleaning equipment can reduce the spread. “ T h e l e ve l o f s a n i t a t i o n should be based on the level of clubroot risk, but at least 90 per cent of clubroot spores that move from field to field can be stopped by just scraping off 90 per cent of the soil,” Orchard said. allan@fbcpublishing.com

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“The clubroot pathogen isolated from many of these fields was virulent on all clubrootresistant cultivars.

It is suspected that there may be multiple pathotypes causing this loss of function of clubroot resistance.”

Canola Council of Canada

Trim: 10”

European and local preliminary research shows clubroot has a half-life of four years.

With 100,000 clubroot spores per gram of soil, symptoms can show up in canola.

“If you don’t grow canola for four years… it drops to 50,000 (spores per gram) so you’re not seeing symptoms,” Kubinec said in an earlier interview.

“If you can wait another four years then you drop to 25,000 and that’s getting pretty low. So rotation is a huge component to managing the disease and also reducing the concentrations in the field so that you’re not building up levels to see symptoms.”

In early 2014, University of Alberta researcher Stephen Strelkov identified the presence of a different clubroot pathotype virulent on current forms of clubroot resistance, the Canola Council of Canada (CCC) said in a news release. Further field surveillance in 2014 by Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development and the CCC confirmed that clubroot pathotypes capable of causing high levels of disease in resistant cultivars were present in 16 of 27 fields investigated across Alberta.

“The clubroot pathogen isolated from many of these fields was virulent on all clubroot-

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The Manitoba Co-operator | May 14, 2015

Wild birds to blame

While there are no new cases of bird flu in Canada, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency says it’s still too early to breathe a sigh of relief

BY SHANNON VANRAES Co-operator staff

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fficials with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency are confident that the cases of avian influenza they’ve responded to in Ontario and British Columbia are the result of contact with wild birds, not farmto-farm transmission.

“From the seasonality of this disease and the characterization of the virus — we cannot be 100 per cent sure that it is wild birds — but there is a very strong correlation,” said Abad Harchaoui, a senior animal health veterinarian with the agency.

“From our experience with this virus, from incursions we had in B.C. and several states in the U.S. and later here in Ontario, we found that this virus happens during the migration of wild birds,” he said.

Not only does it happen dur-

ing the migration of wild birds, outbreaks of avian influenza occur first along the flight paths of migrating birds, Harchaoui said.

Cases found on the West Coast in January and February this year were followed by infections southward along a route known as the Pacific flyway. A reverse pattern of infection then began occurring as birds headed north again beginning in March, he said.

Mississippi saw bird flu hit its commercial poultry industry as wild birds followed that state’s namesake river northward in late winter and early spring. Arkansas was hit next, followed by Missouri, Minnesota and Ontario.

Manitoba has not had any cases of the disease, but U.S. counties bordering the province have seen high rates on infection.

Reports coming out of the United States now put the number of affected birds at 26 million, with flocks hit in 14 different states.

Unlike the Canadian situation, farm-to-farm transmission has been occurring south of the border, with some barns in such close proximity that airborne transmission is suspected.

Officials with Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development have said that airborne transmission isn’t a concern in this province, where poultry barn density is low.

Harchaoui noted that the inspection agency has worked with the poultry industry over a period of years to develop and implement protocols for both everyday areas of concern and periods of heightened disease risk.

“Generally, the industry is doing all it can to protect its birds from disease, not only from avian influenza, but all disease,” he said.

When cases of avian influenza are identified, CFIA moves quickly to contain the risk.

“Once we have the confirmation from one of our network

“So far, from our experience with this virus, from incursions we had in B.C. and several states in the U.S. and later here in Ontario, we found that this virus happens during the migration of wild birds.”

Abad Harchaoui

labs… CFIA will then send a team and put the farm under quarantine,” said Harchaoui. “This way we are protecting other farms from the spread of the disease… we control everything that is going in or out of this farm, and after we go through this phase we can plan for quick and safe destruction of the birds on the premises.”

While there have been no new cases of bird flu in Canada since a third infected farm was quarantined in Ontario — and

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it appears the number of new cases in the U.S. is now decreasing — Harchaoui said it’s still too early to know if the apex has passed.

“We cannot speculate, especially with the timing of the migration,” he said. “So I cannot say it’s over. We have to wait a little bit until we are confident that the wild birds have moved north and away from places where we have poultry.” shannon.vanraes@fbcpublishing.com

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The Manitoba Co-operator | May 14, 2015

Look to more than calendar for best time to plant soybeans Soybeans don’t like cold and they are very susceptible to spring frost

BY ALLAN DAWSON Co-operator staff

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ow is the time to plant soybeans in Manitoba according to the calendar, but date is just one of four factors to consider, says Terry Buss, a farm production adviser with Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development (MAFRD) based in Beausejour.

The others are soil temperature, the weather forecast for 24 hours before and after seeding and the farmer’s risk tolerance, Buss said May 7 during MAFRD’s Eastman webinar.

Some farmers started seeding soybeans at the end of April. That’s too early, according to Buss because the risk of poor germination due to cold soil temperatures or frost after emergence are too high. Even seeding last week was risky, he said.

When Buss emailed farmers about the webinar on soybean planting one replied: “I had to laugh as I read the title of the next webinar while rolling my last 70 acres of beans, lol.”

The seeding date for soybeans in Manitoba is a compromise.

Seed early and the crop is at risk due to cold soil or frost; seed late and yield potential is reduced and fall frost is possible before the crop fully matures.

Crop insurance records show soybeans seeded mid-May still have the potential to reach maximum yields. By then soil temperatures are usually close to the recommended tem-

perature of 10 C. And by the time the crop emerges the risk of frost has declined, but not disappeared.

In much of eastern Manitoba there’s still a 50 per cent chance of temperatures hitting 0 C or lower by May 25, Buss said. ( There are exceptions such as Altona where May 14 to 19 there’s a 50 per cent chance of frost.)

Data shows newly emerged soybeans can only tolerate temperatures of 1.1 to -1.7 C at the cotyledon to unifoliate leaf stage, Buss said. If hardened by cool weather they can take -2.2.

After being frozen “patience, patience, patience,” is key, Buss said.

“There is no way anyone can go out the day after a frost and really be sure the crop is dead,” he said.

“Frankly a lot of the frosted soybeans I’ve seen in my area (in the past) haven’t needed to be replaced. They recovered from the damage.

“Give it three to five days before you look for signs of recovery.”

If it stays cool and cloudy for a few days it could take a week.

While the growing point on a soybean is above ground and can be badly damaged or killed by frost, growth can sometimes resume at the base of the cotyledons.

The ideal soybean stand should have at least 150,000 plants per acre and some farmers aim for 170,000 or even more. Seventy-five thousand plants per acre is considered

“There is no way anyone can go out the day after a frost and really be sure the (soybean) crop is dead.”

Terry Buss

Soybean seedlings can’t take much frost, but it takes a few days to know whether to keep or reseed a frost-damaged soybean field, says Terry Buss, a farm production adviser with Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development based in Beausejour. PHOTO: DENNIS LANGE, MAFRD

the minimum population after a frost, Buss said. Yield potential will be cut by 10 to 20 per cent, but is still higher than the potential from a reseeded soybean field.

Planting soybeans into cold soil is also asking for trouble, Buss said. The Manitoba Pulse & Soybean Producers recommends a soil temperature of at least 10 C taken at 10 a.m. two days in a row. And then only plant if the soil temperature is expected to not drop lower than 8 C for two days after planting.

Soil temperature is critical during the first 24 hours after seeding, Buss said. During that time if the seed absorbs cold water (the temperature will be the same as the soil’s) the

cotyledons and embryo can be damaged resulting in poor seedling vigour.

“Really cold water — 4.5 C — causes outright germination failure and seedling death,” Buss said.

And the damage can sneak up on you. The soil could be warm at seeding time but drop off with cold weather or a cold rain.

With one in three acres seeded to soybeans in the Beausejour area farmers might not be able to seed all their soybeans at the optimum time, Buss said. Each farmer has to assess the risk.

For those pushing the planting window Buss has the following advice:

• Finish seeding other crops first, most of which will tolerate cold soils and frost better than soybeans.

• Select the dr iest, black est fields for early soybean planting.

• Don’t cut the seeding rate.

Some might even boost it but high seed costs discourage it.

• Take soil temperatures and pay attention to the weather forecast for before and after seeding.

• Spread the risk. Don’t plant all your soybeans early.

• Seed shallow because soil temperatures decline the deeper you seed.

“Know when to park your planter,” Buss said. “There are times when you’ve got to stop and you’ve got to stop before it’s already cold.”

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The Manitoba Co-operator | May 14, 2015

LIVESTOCK MARKETS

(Friday to Thursday) Winnipeg Slaughter Cattle Steers — Heifers — D1, 2 Cows 135.00 - 142.00 D3 Cows 120.00 - 133.00 Bulls 160.00 - 174.00 Feeder Cattle (Price ranges for feeders refer to top-quality animals only) Steers (901+ lbs.) $ 200.00 - 235.00 (801-900 lbs.)

225.00 - 255.00 (701-800 lbs.)

255.00 - 295.00 (601-700 lbs.)

290.00 - 327.00 (501-600 lbs.)

310.00 - 360.00 (401-500 lbs.)

330.00 - 390.00 Heifers (901+ lbs.)

200.00 - 217.00 (801-900 lbs.)

215.00 - 237.00 (701-800 lbs.)

225.00 - 257.00 (601-700 lbs.)

235.00 - 277.00 (501-600 lbs.)

255.00 - 305.00 (401-500 lbs.)

275.00 - 310.00

Heifers

($/cwt) (1,000+ lbs.)

(850+ lbs.)

Alberta South — 201.45 - 201.45 140.00 - 155.00 120.00 - 140.00 — $ 223.00 - 236.00 236.00 - 252.00 263.00 - 284.00 286.00 - 307.00 320.00 - 340.00 334.00 - 369.00 $ 209.00 - 221.00 225.00 - 238.00 239.00 - 255.00 259.00 - 280.00 286.00 - 310.00 312.00 - 334.00

Change -0.35 0.33 0.48 0.77 0.85 0.57

Feeder Cattle May 2015 August 2015 September 2015 October 2015 November 2015 January 2016

Cattle Slaughter Canada East West Manitoba U.S.

May 8, 2015

Previous Year­ 54,489 12,838 41,651 N/A 610,000

CNSC

Close 214.90 216.80 215.90 215.25 214.93 208.73

Change 1.92 2.10 1.97 2.00 2.85 3.17

Week Ending May 2, 2015 852 26,336 12,370 848 698 4,529 235

Prime AAA AA A B D E

Previous Year 791 28,410 17,148 826 780 6,421 82

Hog Prices (Friday to Thursday) ($/100 kg) E - Estimation MB. ($/hog) MB (All wts.) (Fri-Thurs.)

MB (Index 100) (Fri-Thurs.)

ON (Index 100) (Mon.-Thurs.)

PQ (Index 100) (Mon.-Fri.)

Source: Manitoba Agriculture Current Week 189 E 175 E 162.66 160.44

Last Week 171.51 159.75 148.20 147.33

Last Year (Index 100) 231.62 214.85 225.49 230.31

Futures (May 8, 2015) in U.S. Hogs May 2015 June 2015 July 2015 August 2015 October 2015

Close 79.85 83.50 83.33 83.58 73.60

Change 2.90 2.07 0.80 1.20 1.72

Other Market Prices Sheep and Lambs $/cwt Ewes Lambs

Choice (110+ lb.)

(95 - 109 lb.)

(80 - 94 lb.)

(Under 80 lb.)

(New crop)

Winnipeg (265 Hd) Wooled Fats — Next Sale May 20th — —

Chickens Minimum broiler prices as of April 13, 2010 Under 1.2 kg..................................................$1.5130 1.2 - 1.65 kg....................................................$1.3230 1.65 - 2.1 kg....................................................$1.3830 2.1 - 2.6 kg.....................................................$1.3230

Turkeys Minimum prices as of May 10, 2015 Broiler Turkeys (6.2 kg or under, live weight truck load average) Grade A ................................................$1.965 Undergrade ....................................... $1.850 Hen Turkeys (between 6.2 and 8.5 kg liveweight truck load average) Grade A ............................................... $1.950 Undergrade ........................................$1.840 Light Tom/Heavy Hen Turkeys (between 8.5 and 10.8 kg liveweight truck load average) Grade A ............................................... $1.950 Undergrade ....................................... $1.850 Tom Turkeys (10.8 and 13.3 kg, live weight truck load average) Grade A................................................. $1.900 Undergrade...........................................$1.815 Prices are quoted f.o.b. producers premise.

Toronto 103.35 - 127.45 165.13 - 258.28 271.05 -281.10 272.71 - 293.86 259.03 - 311.47 —

SunGold Specialty Meats —

Eggs Minimum prices to producers for ungraded eggs, f.o.b. egg grading station, set by the Manitoba Egg Producers Marketing Board effective November 10, 2013.

New Previous A Extra Large $2.00 $2.05 A Large 2.00 2.05 A Medium 1.82 1.87 A Small 1.40 1.45 A Pee Wee 0.3775 0.3775 Nest Run 24 + 1.8910 1.9390 B 0.45 0.45 C 0.15 0.15

Goats Kids Billys Mature

Winnipeg (Hd Fats) 240.00 - 260.00 235.00 - 340.00 —

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t was a quiet week for most stockyards around Manitoba as the province’s ranchers prepare for calving season.

Just over 3,000 animals made their way to market for the week ended May 8, a significant decrease from the week before. The beginning of May also signalled the start of biweekly sales at some auction yards.

“The guys this past week have been busy in the field. Our volume was lower, but that is going to happen,” said Robin Hill of Heartland Livestock at Virden.

The majority of yards reported good demand for feeders and butchers, with all classes of cows and bulls getting some attention.

Although the number of animals being offered has slowed down as of late, Hill said the market is still higher than expected.

“We thought the volume was going to decrease so bad that there wouldn’t be any cattle around,” he said. “There were lots of feeders in April for sale, that’s for sure.”

Cattle in his area won’t likely head to pasture until May 20 or so, he said. “Seems like there’s lots of empty pastures that need a few more animals in ’em.”

Field conditions have been dry enough that pasture and hay land have been slow coming, he said.

However, Hill noted, the Virden area recently received an inch or so of rain that

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would help get the grass started. It would also give producers time to clean out their pens and take stock of their herds.

Demand for cow-calf pairs and bred stock is still pressing enough that buyers will keep their eyes out for bargains, he said.

The problem right now, he explained, is putting together the numbers they need for long trips. “As volumes drop, it’s harder for out-of-province buyers to find loads to go far distances, (like) Ontario or Quebec and the south.”

Herd rebuilding is also on the minds of many producers. Heifers will be worth quite a bit of money to those growers who are planning to build up their numbers this year, Hill said.

Meantime, the challenge of building up North America’s beef supply is becoming more and more apparent.

While a market watcher recently said Canada’s herd was the lowest he’d seen in 20 years, a new study in the U.S. said it was at its lowest level in over six decades.

Dave Sims writes for Commodity News Service Canada, a Winnipeg company specializing in grain and commodity market reporting.

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Higher beef prices ahead as grills fire up, imports cool down Reuters / Record-high U.S. beef prices will likely climb even higher this summer just as Australia and New Zealand imports dwindle under an extended drought in those countries and demand for steaks in the United States rises.

Both countries were among the top three exporters of beef to the United States last year as New Zealand and Australian farmers rushed drought-stressed cattle and dairy cows to slaughter.

But as pastures Down Under revive, 2015 exports could shrink five per cent and possibly

more, according to some forecasts.

The culling of aging dairy cows should be finished by early July, “and then there will be a sharp pullback in New Zealand beef supply,” said rural economist Con Williams at ANZ Bank.

Australia’s cattle slaughter should diminish around late June, with July and August the time when cutbacks could pinch exports, Meat and Livestock Australia’s North America regional manager, David Pietsch, said in a recent TheBeefRead.com webinar.

Meanwhile, the U.S. herd is still near its lowest level in 63 years at 89.8 million head. Since it takes roughly two years for a calf to reach maturity, the first tangible rebound in domestic cattle numbers is not expected until 2016.

For 2015, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has forecast beef output to be down 0.2 per cent from 2014, and cattle market analysts foresee only a 0.2 per cent increase in 2016.

Despite scarce cattle supplies, analysts said it is likely that wholesale prices will struggle to move much higher than the record $263.81 on Jan. 14 and the previous high of $263.66 on July 31, 2014, at the peak of summer grilling demand.

U.S. exports have been hurt by the strong dollar, keeping more supplies at home, while record pork production offers a less expensive alternative to beef.

Agricultural research and advisory firm Sterling Marketing Inc. president John Nalivka expects wholesale beef to plateau around the mid-$260s.

Toronto ($/cwt) 100.00 - 385.00 — 107.30 - 294.00

Horses Winnipeg ($/cwt) — —

“As volumes drop, it’s harder for out-of-province buyers to find loads to go far distances.”

DAVE SIMS

Cattle Grades (Canada)

Week Ending May 2, 2015 46,785 11,971 34,814 N/A 566,000

Manitoba stockyards see sharp drop in cattle volumes Demand continues for cow-calf pairs and bred stock

Ontario $ 189.20 - 206.18 172.74 - 197.47 101.58 - 138.36 — 139.77 - 166.56 $ 209.66 - 246.92 233.28 - 271.28 239.75 - 296.07 244.92 - 332.43 238.69 - 345.81 247.86 - 356.87 $ 190.42 - 217.59 212.27 - 246.83 203.59 - 272.95 211.72 - 294.88 217.21 - 322.49 243.73 - 325.94

$

(901+ lbs.)

(801-900 lbs.)

(701-800 lbs.)

(601-700 lbs.)

(501-600 lbs.)

(401-500 lbs.)

(901+ lbs.)

(801-900 lbs.)

(701-800 lbs.)

(601-700 lbs.)

(501-600 lbs.)

(401-500 lbs.)

Futures (May 8, 2015) in U.S. Fed Cattle Close June 2015 149.38 August 2015 148.28 October 2015 150.18 December 2015 151.20 February 2016 151.35 April 2016 150.38

$1 Cdn: $0.8272 U.S. $1 U.S: $1.2088 Cdn.

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Cattle Prices

Slaughter Cattle Grade A Steers Grade A Heifers D1, 2 Cows D3 Cows Bulls Steers

EXCHANGES: May 8, 2015

Toronto ($/cwt) 8.00 - 38.00 33.69 - 57.69

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The Manitoba Co-operator | May 14, 2015

GRAIN MARKETS column

Manitoba Elevator Prices

Canola trade seen remaining choppy until seeding done

Average quotes as of May 11, 2015 ($/tonne)

U.S. corn, soy and wheat will keep trading on weather Terryn Shiells CNSC

T

he ICE Futures Canada canola market started off the week ending May 8 with a bang, seeing gains of nearly C$10 per tonne on Monday (May 4).

But that’s where the excitement ended. The following days were all pretty uneventful, with quiet activity that led to prices chopping around within a fairly narrow range. Some days were so quiet that some industry members joked about being put to sleep by the slow, “boring” activity.

The lack of aggressive action was linked to farmers stepping to the sidelines to focus on spring field work, seeding and putting cattle out to pasture in some parts of Western Canada.

Large commercial and fund accounts were also quiet, waiting for fresh news on the upcoming Canadian canola crop before making any big moves.

Conditions for seeding remained generally favourable during the week, and the process is going well for the most part across Western Canada, though some wet weather in Manitoba slowed progress in the latter half of the week.

Canola seeding was in its early stages in Saskatchewan, with eight per cent of the crop in the ground as of May 4, Saskatchewan’s Ministry of Agriculture reported.

Seeding is a little further advanced in Manitoba, but every region was at different stages, according to the Manitoba Agriculture department’s weekly crop report.

Alberta’s canola crop was about 14 per cent seeded overall as of May 5, with the south furthest along at 61 per cent complete, a report from the provincial government said.

Until seeding is complete and crops start to establish themselves, trade in the canola market is expected to remain quiet and choppy, as a lot hinges on the 2015-16 crop.

Supplies are on the tight side for Canada’s canola crop, highlighted by a smaller-thanexpected estimate for stocks as of March 31 from Statistics Canada during the week. Canola supplies were pegged at seven million tonnes, a few hundred thousand below average guesses.

Tighter supplies could lead to ending stocks estimates dropping by up to 200,000 to 500,000 tonnes, which means the 2015-16 crop will need to be large in order to meet demand.

Future

Basis

Net

Weekly Change

Red spring wheat

196.61

7.09

203.71

0.01

Red winter wheat

185.13

-35.78

149.35

-0.7

Prairie spring wheat

185.13

-40.88

144.25

-0.32

Canola

457.25

-10.94

446.31

5.94

Port Prices

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As of Friday, May 8, 2015 ($/tonne) Last Week

Weekly Change

U.S. hard red winter 12% Houston

213.16

3.39

U.S. spring wheat 14% Portland

270.44

3.04

Canola Thunder Bay

476.70

5.20

Canola Vancouver

486.70

5.20

Recent sales reported Algeria: 200,000 tonnes of Canadian and Mexican durum, with Mexican at $310-312 c&f and Canadian at $310-322 c&f.

While Canada’s oilseed supply situation is fairly tight, the opposite rings true for the global oilseed supply situation, which is burdensome.

Because of this, canola could be trading independently from its usual leader, the CBOT (Chicago Board of Trade) soy complex, in the coming months, depending on weather conditions for both crops.

Strength in soyoil was helpful for the Canadian canola market during the week, and also helped soybeans move 10 to 12 U.S. cents per bushel higher.

Signs of continued strong export demand for U.S. supplies, and ideas that fast planting progress for U.S. corn could lead to reduced soybean area, were also bullish. Generally good conditions for harvesting in South America and favourable weather in the U.S. Midwest were limiting the gains.

Corn futures were steady to slightly lower, with favourable seeding conditions and a fasterthan-expected planting pace in the U.S. behind the weakness. The market was well off its lows of the week, though, as steady demand, bargain hunting and strength in wheat were supportive.

Wheat values were stronger during the week, correcting off recent sharp declines. News out of the Kansas crop tour was also supportive, as yields came in slightly below expectations for winter wheat in the state.

A continued lack of export demand, strength in the U.S. dollar and good weather for spring wheat seeding in North America continued to overhang the markets.

All three commodities in the U.S. are likely to continue trading on weather going forward.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s monthly supply-and-demand report on May 12 will also help provide some direction for markets.

Terryn Shiells writes for Commodity News Service Canada, a Winnipeg company specializing in grain and commodity market reporting.

Egypt: 60,000 tonnes of Russian wheat $194.22 a tonne f.o.b. plus and $9.40 a tonne freight and 60,000 tonnes of Romanian wheat at $199.50 a tonne f.o.b. and $8.40 a tonne freight.

Closing Futures Prices

As of Thursday, May 7, 2015 ($/tonne) Last Week

Weekly Change

ICE canola

446.50

-6.80

ICE milling wheat

200.00

-5.00

ICE barley

207.00

0.00

Mpls. HRS wheat

195.02

-2.66

Chicago SRW wheat

173.71

-0.46

Kansas City HRW wheat

183.63

0.28

Corn

142.32

-1.87

Oats

150.76

-7.62

Soybeans

358.25

-0.37

Soymeal

346.47

-1.87

Soyoil

716.40

18.52

Cash Prices Winnipeg As of Friday, May 8, 2015 ($/tonne) Last Week

Weekly Change

Feed wheat

n/a

n/a

Feed barley

177.29

-2.30

Rye Flaxseed Feed peas

n/a

n/a

549.58

n/a

n/a

n/a

Oats

175.72

1.95

Soybeans

356.05

4.04

Sunflower (NuSun) Fargo, ND ($U.S./CWT) Sunflower (Confection) Fargo, ND ($U.S./CWT)

20.75

.10

Ask

Ask

Prairie wheat cash market up slightly with U.S. futures Average basis weakened slightly to about $4.50 per tonne below the futures

BY TERRYN SHIELLS Commodity News Service Canada

C

ash bids for Canadian wheat were steady to slightly higher during the week ended May 8, finding support from strength in the U.S. wheat futures markets.

Average Canada Western Red Spring (CWRS) wheat prices were steady to $3.50 per tonne higher, with bids ranging from about $186 per tonne in north-central Saskatchewan to $204 per tonne in Manitoba, according to price quotes from a cross-section of delivery points across Western Canada.

Quoted basis levels varied from location to location, with some widening out

and others showing slight improvement.

Average basis weakened slightly to about $4.50 per tonne below the futures, if using the grain company methodology of quoting the basis as the difference between the U.S. dollar-denominated futures and the Canadian dollar cash bids.

When accounting for the currency exchange rates by adjusting the Canadian prices to U.S. dollars ($1=US$0.8271 as of May 8), CWRS bids ranged from US$154 to US$169. That would put the currencyadjusted basis levels at about US$28 to US$43 below the futures.

Looking at it the other way around, if the Minneapolis futures are converted to Canadian dollars, CWRS basis levels across Western Canada range from $34 to $52 below the futures.

Average Canada Prairie Red Spring (CPRS) bids were steady to $2 per tonne higher. Average basis widened by about $2 per tonne during the week, to $30 below the futures. CPRS prices came in at about $144 in Manitoba, at about $151 to $152 per tonne in Saskatchewan, and $160 to $163 in Alberta.

Soft white spring wheat prices were up by $2.50 to $5 per tonne, ranging from $161 to $162 per tonne in Alberta.

Winter wheat prices were steady to $2 higher in Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta. Prices ranged from $143 to $149 across Western Canada.

Durum prices were steady to $4 per tonne lower, with prices in southern Saskatchewan, where the bulk of the crop is grown, quoted at about $280 per tonne.

The July spring wheat contract in Minneapolis, which most CWRS contracts in Canada are based off of, was quoted at US$5.41 per bushel on May 8, up 6.5 cents from the week prior.

The Kansas City hard red winter wheat futures, which are now traded in Chicago, are more closely linked to CPRS in Canada. The July Kansas City wheat contract was quoted at US$5.085 per bushel on May 8, up eight cents from last week.

The July Chicago Board of Trade soft wheat contract settled at US$4.815 on May 8, which was 7.5 cents firmer compared to the week prior.

The Canadian dollar finished the week at 82.71 U.S. cents, which was up 45 points relative to its U.S. counterpart compared to the previous week.

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Diversifying the small family farm The best way to avoid pitfalls in new markets — seek the advice of successful sector counterparts

By Jennifer Paige

“Certainly a large aspect of the direct marketing is taking the time to talk with people and make a connection with them.

For the consumers, knowing where their food is coming from is usually the biggest selling point for us as a direct marketer.”

Co-operator staff

D

irect marketing grass-fed beef was how Colleen Biggs turned adverse beef market trends into an opportunity for her family’s ranch in east-central Alberta.

“When times got really tough for us, we were doing the low-input swath grazing, bale grazing, everything we could to make ends meet on the ranch but when the market crash happened in 1995, it didn’t matter how sharp your pencil is, you can only go so far,” said Biggs, who, along with her husband, operate TK Ranch in east-central Alberta.

“At some point you have to start looking at your different options.

How can you see adversity as opportunity? We were at a point where we couldn’t reduce our cost of production anymore, so we began to think about how we could direct market our own animals,” said Biggs, who has earned a number of national and provincial awards for environmental stewardship and animal welfare program.

Biggs spoke to interested producers earlier this year at the Direct Farm Marketing Conference during a new stream of seminars centred on direct marketing grass-fed beef.

“It is really important if you are planning to take on a new enterprise to really think about what it is you are trying to do,” said Biggs. “I suggest making short-term, midterm and long-term goals and continually monitor yourself. Especially financially, see where you have been and what direction you are headed and be realistic.”

Manitoba producers, Cameron and Lisa Hodgins run a mixed operation outside of Lenore with Cameron’s parents. They have been diversifying their small farm in a number of different ways, including direct marketing their grass-fed beef.

“We have been farming with my parents for the past 10 years and Mom and Dad have been running the farm certified organic for close to 20 years,” said Cameron. “When we came onto the farm we began to get into cattle and the last couple of years we’ve moved into sheep and last year we expanded into chickens. We have a few different enterprises going on but none of them is too big or too small, it is just the right size.”

The Hodgins currently have 100 head of cattle; along with sheep, chickens, as well as a few crops, a honeybee operation and custom graze around 300 yearlings every year.

In the past, the Hodgins have sold organic meat, but in recent years they have moved towards grass-fed products as the consumer demand has taken off.

Lisa Hodgins

Lisa and Cameron Hodgins with their kids Carrie and Chase, have been diversifying their small family farm in recent years, including direct marketing their grass-fed beef products. photos: jennifer paige

“We have always been organic and were finishing our animals without grain until around the last 100 days or so, give or take,” said Cameron.

“But we decided to take it one step further because it really opens up a whole new market.

“The organic grain also isn’t cheap right now so to pour a bunch of organic grain into the cattle just wasn’t making a whole lot of sense and when people are asking for grass-fed meat, whether it is organic or not, we just thought it might be a good time to explore the market,” he said.

Cameron, who also works off the farm as a firefighter/paramedic in Brandon, leaves the majority of the marketing and sales to Lisa.

“Certainly a large aspect of the direct marketing is taking the time to talk with people and make a connection with them,” she said. “For the consumers, knowing where their food is coming from is usually the

biggest selling point for us as direct marketers.

“We have had a few people who have asked to come out to the farm and meet the animals and we certainly love to do that kind of thing. We want our customers to know who we are and to be confident in the product that they are buying.”

The Hodgins, who were at the Direct Farm Marketing conference for Biggs’ presentation, also took the opportunity to network with others in the area who have been diversifying into similar markets.

“There were a number of speakers at the Direct Farm Marketing conference who are doing what it is we are doing and we find that there is just so much to learn from others,” said Cameron. “They have made the mistakes and avoided certain pitfalls and are willing to share their lessons with you.”

“I really enjoy hearing the real-life experiences and not just speculation

Colleen Biggs, operator of TK Ranch in east-central Alberta, dispensed a variety of advice on direct marketing grass-fed beef at the Direct Farm Marketing conference held earlier this year.

on what should work the best,” said Lisa. “The people who have been out there doing this and are honest about what worked and what didn’t.”

For other small Manitoba farms looking to diversify, the Hodgins suggest starting small and asking a lot of questions.

“I would certainly suggest seeking out workshops and seminars but don’t underestimate the advice you can find from your neighbour down the road either,” said Lisa.

The pair also suggests connecting with the Small Farms Manitoba organization that hosts a website for small Manitoba operations.

“The Small Farms Manitoba website is a great resource because it connects you with like-minded people, gives you an idea of other people in the area who are actively doing similar things as you and also offers consumers a route to locate your operation.” jennifer.paige@fbcpublishing.com

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The Manitoba Co-operator | May 14, 2015

Enrichment doesn’t have to be expensive Hog producers are looking at ways of meeting new animal care requirements as they come into effect

By Shannon VanRaes Co-operator staff / Niverville

A

s Manitoba hog producers begin implementing the new code of practice, it’s clear that sow barn conversions are top of mind.

“We’ve had a lot of questions looking for clarity about the group housing; there are different requirements,” noted Yolande Seddon, a researcher at the Prairie Swine Centre in Saskatchewan.

As of last year, the Canadian code of practice for the care and handling of pigs required all new hog barns to forgo gestation stalls in favour of group housing, Seddon said.

But by 2024, open housing will be required in all existing barns as well.

To give producers an idea of what to expect during a barn conversion, Neil Booth shared some of his experience with a pilot project at Maple Leaf Foods.

“What did we learn? That t h e re a re a l o t o f t h i n g s to consider — there will be things that work in your system, that won’t work in ours, a n d v i c e v e r s a ,” s a i d t h e director of manufacturing.

“There is no one-size-fits-all solution.”

But some things to consider are how pigs will be trained to use a housing system that requires them to find their food and water in different locations. What type of feeding system to install is also a big decision — electronic feeding, feed dumps, how often and where.

During the actual transition process, Booth said producers need to be keenly aware of which pigs will be able to learn a new way of doing things and which should be culled.

Getting the pigs to make use of communal areas so that they benefit from exercise takes planning as well.

Booth said that flooring material can be a make-itor-break-it factor as animals decide where to spend their time.

But it’s not just housing methods that are changing; pain control has also been mandated for a number of procedures, notably castration.

Since 2014 castrations done on males over 10 days old have required anesthetic and analgesic to help control pain.

And starting July 1, 2016, that rule will expand to castrations

performed on swine at any age. Similarly, the new code has already required pain control for tail docking done on pigs over seven days old, and expands that rule starting July 1, 2016 to require analgesics when tail docking is done on swine at any age.

Producers at the Niverville e v e n t w o n d e re d w h a t t h e cost of implementing these changes would be. But there are also signs it could reduce mortality and increase production.

A study done at Guelph University showed that male piglets that received pain control for castration were more likely to survive.

“The study had looked at a lot of piglets and it did find that… the parity sow’s male piglets were four times less likely to die if they’d been g i ve n p o s t - o p e ra t i ve p a i n management, which is an interesting one. I’m not sure of the mechanism at play

Yolande Seddon

quite yet, but there’s something going on there,” Seddon said. “So it’s interesting to have some evidence coming out that if we’re able to control this inflammatory process, we’re helping the pig in the longer run.”

Questions about enrichment were also raised, although the researcher said the code’s requirements in this area are not particularly onerous.

“We have to bear in mind that at the moment the code requirements are quite easy to meet,” she said. “If the pigs have social contact, if they can smell another pig, if you’re providing feed in a variable form, you have met enrichment.

“But we encourage producers to look ahead to what the recommendations are suggesting, if we can provide

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“You do get positive benefits in the sense of reducing the pig’s fear of novelty, reducing excitability; there is more calm and contentment within the groups.”

in non-bedded systems, say manipulable objects for the animals,” Seddon added.

And there are many inexpensive options producers can choose from when it comes to enrichment, including secured cotton rope or even pieces of downed trees, stripped of their bark.

“They will gather around that and chew it down to nothing,” she said.

And while the researcher said there are drawbacks to implementing new husbandry methods, there are also benefits.

“You do get positive benefits in the sense of reducing the pig’s fear of novelty, reducing excitability; there is more calm and contentm e n t w i t h i n t h e g r o u p s,” Seddon said. “So if you can provide enrichment, it is a lower labour way of providing interaction.” shannon.vanraes@fbcpublishing.com

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The Manitoba Co-operator | May 14, 2015

LIVESTOCK AUCTION RESULTS Weight Category

Ashern

Feeder Steers No. on offer

Gladstone

Grunthal

Heartland

Heartland

Brandon

Virden

Killarney

Ste. Rose

Winnipeg

May-06

May-05

May-05

May-05

May-06

n/a

May-07

May-08

660*

204

513*

365*

540

n/a

375*

420*

Over 1,000 lbs.

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

900-1,000

n/a

n/a

200.00-230.00

210.00-225.00

215.00-230.00

n/a

n/a

210.00-235.00

800-900

200.00-230.00

205.00-211.00

225.00-251.00

225.00-240.00

228.00-249.00

n/a

n/a

225.00-255.00

700-800

240.00-286.00

250.00-275.50

240.00-270.00

255.00-285.00

247.00-281.00

n/a

245.00-277.00

250.00-285.00

600-700

260.00-315.00

280.00-309.50

260.00-300.00

285.00-310.00

280.00-311.00

n/a

290.00-312.00

280.00-325.00

500-600

280.00-372.00

300.00-326.50

290.00-345.00

320.00-342.00

300.00-330.00

n/a

295.00-330.00

310.00-360.00

400-500

290.00-372.00

300.00-330.00

330.00-390.00

360.00-402.00

345.00-390.00

n/a

290.00-350.00

330.00-385.00

300-400

n/a

310.00-345.00

370.00-410.00

370.00-407.00

n/a

n/a

290.00-320.00

375.00-410.00

n/a

n/a

n/a

190.00-212.00

198.00-216.00

n/a

n/a

190.00-217.00

Feeder heifers 900-1,000 lbs.

800-900

n/a

n/a

190.00-226.00

210.00-225.00

210.00-230.00

n/a

n/a

200.00-228.00

700-800

224.00-253.00

220.00-250.00

225.00-269.00

225.00-255.00

230.00-252.00

n/a

300.00-325.00

210.00-242.00

600-700

240.00-271.00

250.00-276.00

250.00-277.00

250.00-277.00

245.00-270.00

n/a

295.00-327.00

225.00-275.00

500-600

260.00-343.00

270.00-294.50

265.00-397.00

270.00-310.00

270.00-303.00

n/a

275.00-300.00

255.00-292.00

400-500

275.00-368.00

280.00-324.00

285.00-345.00

300.00-325.00

295.00-328.00

n/a

245.00-293.00

270.00-335.00

300-400

n/a

n/a

350.00-405.00

310.00-340.00

n/a

n/a

225.00-240.00

300.00-365.00

No. on offer

100

n/a

58

200

n/a

n/a

106

140

D1-D2 Cows

110.00-129.00

n/a

132.00-144.00

135.00-144.00

134.00-144.00

n/a

130.00-150.00 (155.00)

135.00-142.00

D3-D5 Cows

95.00-110.00

n/a

115.00-132.00

119.00-133.00

125.00-133.00

n/a

105.00-120.00

125.00-133.00

Age Verified

130.00-149.00

105.00-140.00

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

Good Bulls

150.00-168.00

140.00-165.50

155.00-164.25

167.00-176.00

167.00-182.00

n/a

150.00-160.00 (179.00)

160.00-173.00

n/a

n/a

n/a

178.00-187.00

177.00-185.50

n/a

n/a

n/a

Slaughter Market

Butcher Steers Butcher Heifers

n/a

n/a

n/a

175.00-185.00

176.00-184.00

n/a

n/a

n/a

Feeder Cows

n/a

n/a

135.00-144.00

n/a

145.00-180.00

n/a

n/a

135.00-145.00

Fleshy Export Cows

n/a

n/a

130.00-136.00

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

Lean Export Cows

n/a

n/a

110.00-120.00

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

Heiferettes

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

145.00-165.00

* includes slaughter market

(Note all prices in CDN$ per cwt. These prices also generally represent the top one-third of sales reported by the auction yard.)

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Big bales are bottom of the barrel for horse industry

Horse industry buys more forage than any other livestock sector, but buyers have exacting criteria

By Jennifer Paige and Jennifer Blair Staff

Y

ou could call horse hay buyers the ‘big-little’ customers in the forage business.

They are big buyers, but they typically prefer little packages.

“The horse industry purc h a s e s m o re f o ra g e t h a n any other sector in agriculture,” said Les Burwash, manager of horse programs for Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development.

“I’m not saying we use more — we buy more. Of the hay that’s fed, at least two-thirds or three-quarters is purchased. A lot of the producers involved in the industry do not raise much hay, if any.”

Horses eat 1.5 to two per cent of their body weight per day in forage, or roughly 20 pounds daily.

But the horse industry has specific criteria.

“In a lot of cases, horse owners are labelled as fussy, but most of the time it is because the horse owner has to be fussy because of the health issues that poor-quality hay causes,” said Jane Thornton, a forage and pasture specialist with Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development.

Horses are highly sensitive to mould spores that can develop in hay with elevated moisture, which can result in serious respiratory issues with repeated exposure.

“The horse industry wants quality hay,” said Burwash. “It has to be put up in a relatively early- to mid-maturity range.

It’s also absolutely critical that hay be free of dust and mould.”

The industry generally looks for hay at or below 15 per cent moisture. Industry experts note that hay baled above 15 per cent will likely see the growth of mould.

Alsike is also “out of the picture” for the horse industry.

“The horses develop a photosensitization when consuming alsike clover while grazing and in hay, so you’re going to be asked if the hay has alsike clover in it. If the answer is ‘yes,’ we’re not interested,” said Burwash.

Young horses and lactating mares need alfalfa hay harvested at early to mid-maturity, while performance horses and yearlings do better with midmaturity alfalfa hay, with protein levels that are 12 to 16 per cent. Mid- to late-maturity grass hay is better for recreation and overweight horses.

Size matters Next to quality, form is the i n d u s t r y ’s n e x t c o n c e r n .

Burwash said Alberta horse owners still prefer small square bales because they don’t have big enough equipment to manage the large round or square bales. However, Manitoba buyers are starting to buy more of the larger bales.

“In Manitoba, horse owners seem to be adapting to using the larger bales. Certainly in the 16 years that I have been involved in the industry, I have

The horse sector wants hay, but it needs to be free of mould and preferably in small bales.

“The horse industry purchases more forage than any other sector in agriculture.”

Les Burwash manager of horse programs for Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development

seen more people buying the medium squares and/or quality round bales to feed. But many still prefer the small bales as they are easier to handle,” said Thornton. “However, for hay producers, handling the smaller bales is labour intensive.”

Thornton notes a recent advancement in technology

that may help meet both the needs of the producers as well as those in the horse industry — a new machine designed in the U.S. called the Bale Band-It. “It takes small square bales and bundles 21 small square bales into what would essentially be the same as a medium square,” she said. That allows the bundle to be picked up with a bale fork and loaded on a trailer. Yet horse owners can break the bundle on their end.

The Bale Band-It is an automatic small square bale-packaging machine, taking small square bales directly from the baler and stacks the bales three high and seven deep.

“This would enable producers to avoid the loading and transportation hassles of small bales, but then allow the purchasers the convenience of hav-

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ing the smaller square bales,” said Thornton.

While the horse industry may prefer small bales, medium bricks and large round bales are still utilized.

New options In recent years, many in the industry have begun to use hay nets, which cape the large bales and require the horses to pull the hay through in small mouthfuls, reducing spoilage and may help prevent the inhalation of dust and mould.

“I certainly see some benefits in the hay nets in terms of reduced waste and the ability to control feeding behaviour,” said Thornton. “These nets prevent the horses from grabbing large mouthfuls. They spend a lot more time at the bale picking out hay, which simulates more

grazing-like habits. This is better for their health compared to select feeding times throughout the day.”

Hay net or not, small squares remain the horse industry’s product of choice.

“I get that you guys want to put it up in the big rounds or the big squares because it’s more economical, but when it comes to our industry, it’s a whole bunch simpler to use the small squares or the cubes, and that’s what the industry is going to be asking for,” said Burwash.

Both Thornton and Burwash agree that producers who make the small bales can certainly fetch a premium from the horse industry, but will face increased labour requirements.

Jennifer.paige@fbcpublishing.com

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WEATHER VANE “Everyone talks about the weather, but no one does anything about it.” Mark Twain, 1897

An unsettled pattern developing Issued: Monday, May 11, 2015 · Covering: May 13 – May 20, 2015 Daniel Bezte Weather Vane

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ate last week and into the weekend we experienced a classic example of a small change in a weather system that ended up having a big impact on the weather. A large area of low pressure moved up and passed through our region late last week as forecast, but the system ended up being a little bigger and took a slightly different path than expected. The end result was much cooler air being pulled in behind the low.

After a cool start to this week and another strong area of low pressure just clipping our region to the south, it looks like things will settle down for a few days.

Overall, though, our weather pattern looks to stay fairly active, as the main storm track appears to be taking shape across the northern U.S. Cool high pressure will build into our region on Wednesday, bringing sunny skies and high temperatures in the low to midteens. Thursday and Friday’s forecasts are a little tough as another low is forecast to track near or just south of Manitoba during this

time. It’s hard to say if the high to our north and east will win out, or if we’ll see clouds and showers move in. Either way, temperatures shouldn’t be too bad, with highs in the mid-teens if it is cloudy, or upper teens to low 20s if we see more sunshine.

The long weekend’s forecast is also a tough one, as it looks like the battle between cool high pressure to our north and an active storm track to our south will continue. Currently, it looks like Saturday will be a nice day, with partly cloudy skies and highs in the upper teens to low 20s. The weather models are having a tough time with another low-pressure system forecast to develop over the weekend, so confidence in this part of the forecast is low. It looks likely that we’ll see some showers move in on Sunday, with fairly cool air moving in on Monday and Tuesday and highs only expected to be in the low teens.

Usual temperature range for this period: Highs, 13 to 25 C; lows, 0 to 9 C. Daniel Bezte is a teacher by profession with a BA (Hon.) in geography, specializing in climatology, from the U of W. He operates a computerized weather station near Birds Hill Park.

Contact him with your questions and comments at daniel@bezte.ca.

WEATHER MAP - WESTERN CANADA

1 Month (30 Days) Percent of Average Precipitation (Prairie Region) April 6, 2015 to May 5, 2015

< 40% 40 - 60% 60 - 85% 85 - 115% 115 - 150% 150 - 200% > 200% Extent of Agricultural Land Lakes and Rivers

Produced using near real-time data that has undergone initial quality control. The map may not be accurate for all regions due to data availability and data errors.

Copyright © 2015 Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada Prepared by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s National Agroclimate Information Service (NAIS). Data provided through partnership with Environment Canada, Natural Resources Canada, and many Provincial agencies.

Created: 05/07/15 www.agr.gc.ca/drought

This issue’s map shows the total amount of precipitation that fell across the Prairies compared to the long-term average during most of April and the first part of May. It was an interesting pattern, with western and eastern regions seeing very dry weather while central Saskatchewan and far-western Alberta received above-average amounts.

How to make a great thunderstorm

Evapotranspiration and the Gulf of Mexico are our sources of moisture for such storms

By Daniel Bezte Co-operator contributor

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s we begin to see more unsettled weather move into Manitoba, it seems an appropriate time to take a look at our next type of severe summer weather: heavy rainfall. For parts of Manitoba and Saskatchewan, when you think of severe weather and heavy rainfall, you often don’t put the two together. Sure, we can see huge dumps of rain, but with our relatively flat topography the effects of these rains tend to creep up on us rather than cause the instant damage we often see associated with severe weather. Not that we don’t feel the full effects of heavy rains, because it’s the same topography that keeps us from seeing flash floods which stretches out the duration of the flooding, making these weather events some of the most destructive we experience.

There are a couple of different types of weather warnings for heavy rain. The first warning is for short-duration rain events typically associated with thunderstorms; the second is for longer-duration events.

In this article we’ll look at the first type of warning, which is issued when 50 mm or more

With our relatively flat topography the effects of these rains tend to creep up on us

rain is expected to fall within one hour. This type of event can come closest to bringing flash-flooding conditions, especially in cities where a large portion of the ground is covered by cement or asphalt that prevents water from soaking in.

What type of conditions are needed for this type of a rainfall event? The simple answer is a strong convective event or thunderstorm. Thunderstorms n e e d t h re e b a s i c i n g re d i ents to form: moisture, rising unstable air, and some kind of mechanism that helps to lift the air.

In our region, moisture for thunderstorms comes from a couple of different sources. The first major source of moisture is the Gulf of Mexico or tropical moisture. When this moisture surges northward you can really feel it, as it produces those warm, humid or muggy summer days. Another source of moisture is more local and comes from evapotranspiration:

the evaporation of water from the surface of the land, along with transpiration of water from plants. This can be a fairly large source, especially in June and July when plants are actively growing. To get really large amounts of rain, this moisture has to be what is referred to as “deep,” meaning that a large portion of the atmosphere above our region has significant amounts of moisture.

This moisture is referred to as precipitable water, and is measured by stating the amount of rainfall that would occur if all of the moisture over a region fell as rain all at once. When there is a lot of deep moisture across our region, we can typically see this value in the 50-mm range, but that doesn’t mean this is the greatest amount of rain that we can see.

As warm, moist air rises it will eventually cool and the water vapour will start to condense.

This not only starts the process of producing raindrops, but it also releases heat. This heat will

help the air to continue to rise.

If the rising air stays warmer than the air around it, we say the atmosphere is unstable and the rising air will continue to rise on its own. If the rising air doesn’t stay warmer than the air around it, we need some kind of lifting mechanism to keep the air rising. For the most part, in our region, this comes in the form of a warm or cold front. As a thunderstorm develops, the rising air pulls more and more of the surrounding air into the storm. This can greatly increase the amount of moisture in the storm. Think of it like a giant vacuum, pulling in moist air, then condensing the moisture out of it and letting it fall as rain.

For tunately, most thun derstorms self-destruct fairly quickly as the rising air piles up at the top of the storm and then eventually collapses back down, stopping the rising of additional air. Thunderstorms also tend to move along fairly quickly, so while they may produce very heavy rains, they don’t last long, either due to the storm selfdestructing or quickly moving out of an area.

‘Training’ So, why can we sometimes get huge amounts of rain from a thunderstorm? There are two

reasons. The first one is the obvious one: sometimes thunderstorms can move very slowly or even stall out over a region.

When this happens, the storm can still self-destruct, but by the time it does, it has had enough time to drop 50 mm or more rain over a region. The second way thunderstorms can produce large amounts of rain is when they “train.” This is when a series of thunderstorms forms and they move over the same region. One storm will develop and bring heavy rain; as it starts to move off and self-destruct, a second storm quickly develops and moves in to replace the first storm, and so on. From the ground it will often seem to be just one big storm that keeps on going. Heavy rain develops, there is a short lull and then it picks up again. Training thunderstorms can and have resulted in very heavy amounts of rain.

In the next issue we’ll look at conditions that bring longerterm heavy rainfall events. I will also do some digging for some of the rainfall records across southern and central Manitoba. I won’t be able to check with every weather station, but I will expand our usual look beyond our three main stations of Winnipeg, Brandon and Dauphin, so stay tuned!

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CROPS h u s b a n d r y — t h e s c i e n c e , S K I L L O R ART O F F AR M IN G

Streamlined crop registration system approved Gerry Ritz says quality control inherent in the current system will continue

BY ALLAN DAWSON Co-operator staff / Saskatoon

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Three categories cut to two The current system has three parts: • Under Part I crops require up to three years of merit testing

Gerry Ritz announced changes are coming soon to Canada’s crop variety registration system while speaking April 12 at the Canada Global Crops Symposium in Saskatoon. PHOTO: ALLAN DAWSON

before they can be registered.

Western Canadian wheat falls under Part I. • Under Part II crops require preregistration testing but no merit assessment. Safflowers fall in this option.

• Under Part III crops are subject only to basic variety registration requirements. Sunflowers and commercial potatoes fall under this option.

Under the new system, Part II will be eliminated. Part I will become “Enhanced” registration and Part III will be “Basic.”

CFIA’s model operating procedures still need changes. Recently revised versions will be sent to the expert committees this month for their consideration. The intent is to make procedures more consistent and transparent, Ritz said.

“Together these changes will give varietal developers greater clarity and predictability throughout the registration process.”

Future changes will be done through “incorporation by reference,” speeding the process by up to two years, Ritz said.

The Prairie Recommending Committee for Wheat, Rye and

Triticale (PRCWRT) made major changes to its operating procedures in 2013. It made more changes in 2014 and at its last meeting in February.

Past changes include collecting and assessing three years of data instead of four and accepting data from private companies so long as it meets the committee’s trial protocols.

A major change adopted in 2014 streamlined the voting process. Now the committee votes on whether or not to support a variety for registration only if the variety doesn’t receive unanimous support from its agronomy, disease and quality evaluation teams.

The committee’s procedures still need some tweaking, Michael Scheffel, national manager of CFIA’s seed section said at the committee’s meeting Feb. 26 in Banff.

Some have called for the wheat recommending process to be more predictable.

“The registration system is really a gatekeeper and there’s going to be winners and there are going to be losers,” Rob Graf, an Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada wheat breeder based in Lethbridge said at

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roposed changes to Canada’s crop variety registration system could take effect before year’s end or early in 2016 via order-in-council, federal officials say.

The reforms will streamline the process and ensure red tape doesn’t delay or prevent farmers from getting new and improved varieties, Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz told the Canadian Global Crops Symposium here last month.

However, when all is said and done the new process will be very similar to the current one.

New varieties seeking Canadian Food Inspection Agency registration will fall under one of two tiers — “Basic” or “Enhanced” — instead of the current three.

Crops in the “Enhanced” box, such as wheat, will still require preregistration testing and assessment by an expert committee which will recommend the variety for registration.

Crops, such as forages, in the “Basic” category will not require merit testing. But crop developers will still have to demonstrate their variety is unique and stable.

A crop can be moved from one option to the other if there’s industry consensus as is the case now.

“Varietal registration is the underlying foundation of Canada’s grain quality assurance system,” Ritz said.

System supporters agree. But two years ago some seed companies and farmers complained the system blocked access to improved varieties. Some high-yielding wheats weren’t supported for registration because they failed to meet the end-use quality specifications required in their intended class.

System supporters say it protects farmers and end-users from inferior varieties. Critics argue the marketplace can sort that out.

“Varietal registration is the underlying foundation of Canada’s grain quality assurance system. The system delivers predictable and consistent processing qualities for our domestic and international customers.”

Gerry ritZ

a seed grower meeting in Winnipeg last fall. “And that’s the way it has to be or we don’t need it.”

One hundred and forty groups and individuals responded during the consultation process. The majority (37 per cent) supported keeping the current three options.

Only 13 per cent supported scrapping the system. allan@fbcpublishing.com

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The Manitoba Co-operator | May 14, 2015

Richardson donates to communities The Richardson Foundation supports community development

Will it be Mongenta or Synganto?

Analysts expect Monsanto will sweeten its offer to Syngenta shareholders

By Pamela Barbaglia and Alexander Hübner Reuters

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ichardson International Limited has donated $618,000 to support 24 different community projects across Canada for the first quarter of 2015.

Every year, Richardson donates well over $1 million to support a variety of community projects and organizations across the country. These donations are used to fund community projects that enhance the quality of life in the communities in which Richardson operates.

“At Richardson, we are very proud of our long legacy of helping to build stronger communities across the country,” says Curt Vossen, president and CEO of Richardson International. “We are truly invested in the places we call home and we are committed to supporting the communities in which our customers and employees live and work.”

Donations are made possible through the Richardson Foundation, the giving arm of James Richardson & Sons, Limited, and affiliated companies. In 2014, Richardson donated over $1.8 million to support 70 community projects and organizations across Canada. Richardson supports initiatives that have demonstrated support and funding from the local community.

Interested applicants are asked to submit detailed written proposals to their local Richardson location for consideration. Based on recommendations from these locations, proposals are reviewed by the Board of Trustees of the Richardson Foundation. The Board of Trustees meets three times a year.

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.S. agrochemicals firm Monsanto has not given up on a proposed takeover of Swiss rival Syngenta, a source close to Monsanto said May 8 after its $45-billion offer was rejected.

It is still working on the deal and could decide to increase its initial bid which valued the firm at 449 Swiss francs a share, a 36 per cent premium to May 7’s closing price.

A deal would give Monsanto, which dominates the market for seeds and genetically modified crops, access to lucrative crop protection chemicals and create an industry behemoth with combined sales of more than $31 billion.

Syngenta rebuffed the cash-andshares offer, saying it undervalued its prospects and did not fully take into account regulatory risks.

But the Swiss firm does not consider the deal dead, according to another source, who is familiar with Syngenta.

Monsanto, which earlier confirmed it had made an offer, declined to comment on whether it would improve the bid.

A spokesman for Syngenta declined to comment.

Meanwhile, major investors in Syngenta told Reuters that they were confident a deal with Monsanto would come off if the U.S. firm upped

“There is a clear strategic logic to a deal, Syngenta is the only available target in crop protection. It’s no wonder Monsanto continues to circle the company.”

industry source

its initial $45-billion bid by at least 10 per cent.

“Monsanto is likely to come back relatively soon, and not with a modest price,” said a third source, a banker who has worked with the U.S. company in the past.

Monsanto may need to pay a premium of up to 40 per cent to Syngenta’s shareholders to make the deal attractive, the banker said.

To ease antitr ust concer ns, it may also team up with an industry partner to acquire Syngenta’s U.S. seeds business, as the two groups are already seen as market leaders in the American seeds industry, according to the first source close to Monsanto.

Antitrust scrutiny Monsanto foresees strong benefits from a takeover of Syngenta, which makes heavy research and development (R&D) investments in crop technology to increase the average productivity of crops such as corn, soybeans, sugar cane and cereals.

The U.S. fir m, meanwhile, is focused on conventional and biotech

seeds and last year raised its R&D spending to $1.7 billion from $1.5 billion in 2013.

“There is a clear strategic logic to a deal,” an industry source said.

“Syngenta is the only available target in crop protection. It’s no wonder Monsanto continues to circle the company.”

Other large providers of crop chemicals such as BASF, Bayer and DuPont Pioneer are not seen as sellers and have diversified their operations in areas which are less relevant for Monsanto, the banker said.

However, Monsanto could seek to strike an alliance with the likes of Bayer and BASF and place a joint bid in an effort to ease “draconian a n t i t r u s t s c r u t i n y,” t h e b a n k e r added.

“The production of seeds is a concentrated industry,” said Andre Barlow, an antitrust expert at Doyle, Barlow and Mazard PLLC. “Both (companies) overlap in crop protection and seeds and there is a lot of R&D in this space, which would raise additional concerns,” he said.

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The Manitoba Co-operator | May 14, 2015

Province says highway ditches not part of ban The AMM wants some areas to be exempt from new restrictions on cosmetic pesticides

BY SHANNON VANRAES Co-operator staff

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he Association of Manitoba Municipalities (AMM) is concerned a newly enacted ban on cosmetic pesticides will increase municipal weed control costs tenfold.

“We are very concerned about this… the regulation is unreasonable,” said association president Doug Dobrowolski.

Describing the regulations that came into effect on May 1 as “contradictory,” Dobrowolski said that he would like the province to consider exempting hard-surface boulevards and highway ditches from the ban.

“These aren’t areas where children are playing, they won’t be in the ditches along highways,” he said, referring to one of

the ban’s stated purposes — reducing the lic to educate them on how the new rules amount of exposure children have to cos- work, said Foster.

Innocent mistakes in application made metic pesticides.

But a spokesman for Tom Nevakshonoff, while families and municipalities are getthe newly appointed minister of conserva- ting used to the new rules won’t result in tion and water stewardship, said that those fines, he said.

But concerns remain, with some comareas are already exempt from the cosmetic munities estimating that the cost of weed pesticide ban.

“Pesticide use on hard-surface boule- control will increase by hundreds of thouvards is not banned unless in conjunction sands of dollars.

Dobrowolski pointed to the community with a lawn,” said Al Foster, adding that municipalities can continue using pesti- of Steinbach as an example, which has esticides on ditches and boulevards “unless mated its weed control costs will jump from these spaces are grassed and maintained as $15,000 per year to approximately $237,000 per year as a result of the new regulations. a lawn.”

That jurisdiction has also tested one of The AMM has requested a meeting with Nevakshonoff to discuss the issue, and the the newly approved weed-control prodminister’s office has indicated a meeting will ucts suggested as a pesticide replacement, but found it’s not suitable in some circumtake place, although no date has been set.

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has also continued to voice concerns over the cosmetic pesticide ban, believing it sends the wrong message about what chemicals are safe and which are not.

“We were always scared of the thin edge of the wedge,” said KAP president Dan Mazier, noting that Health Canada and the Pest Management Regulator Agency have approved the use of the chemicals the province is now banning for cosmetic application.

“What message does that send?” he asked. “It is just a hot-button issue… but looking at it rationally, I think we have to inform people about how we work with pesticides in general and why we work with them, we need to let people know the good they do, and that when you put them on properly, they’re safe.” shannon.vanraes@fbcpublishing.com

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Canada in a bind over TPP talks

The U.S. is putting pressure on Canada’s supply management system Ottawa / Reuters

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anada is facing a tough squeeze at talks on a major Pacific trade treaty because the concessions other nations want it to make could cause serious problems for the governing Conservatives in this October’s general election.

Canada, one of 12 nations aiming to create the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), is under pressure to start dismantling protections for its dairy and poultry industry that keep domestic prices high and make imports expensive.

If Canada cannot strike a deal it will be left out of the first round of TPP, and that would put it at a disadvantage if it wants to join later.

Canada’s powerful dairy lobby opposes major changes to the country’s so-called supply management system, and altering it could cost the Conservatives votes in agricultural areas that tend to favour the right-of-centre party.

This might make all the difference in an election that opinion polls suggest is too tight to call.

Time is running short for Canada to reveal what it is prepared to give up in TPP, but Ottawa has not yet made a move.

Months of behind-the-scenes pressure and complaints broke into the open on May 7, when the U.S. agriculture secretary said the Canadians might run out of time.

Canada risks getting left behind in a 12-nation Pacific trade deal because it has been reluctant to negotiate on opening its markets, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said.

Ottawa has so far not put forth a “reasonable offer,” Vilsack said in an interview in Istanbul ahead of a G20 meeting of agriculture ministers.

“We are rapidly concluding negotiations with most of the other countries and in a sense we really haven’t started much of negotiation with Canada,” he said. “You wonder whether there is sufficient time to complete that negotiation.”

“The Americans have clearly decided they want to make Ottawa sweat,” said one nonCanadian source with direct knowledge of the talks. The source said if Ottawa is left out of the first round it would be “strategically disastrous,” noting it could take five years for a second round to start.

Canadian Farm Minister Gerry Ritz said May 8 that Canada would “certainly be there right till the bitter end” but he did not answer questions about concessions on supply management, which was introduced 40 years ago to protect farmers from fluctuating prices.

Some leading Canadian business groups say supply management is restrictive and keeps prices high. Yet no politician has ever dared contemplate reforms, and the three main political parties all say they back the system.

Conservative Minister Maxime Bernier said this week the government has always protected supply management and “will continue to defend Canadian industries.”

Caroline Emond, executive director of the Dairy Farmers of Canada, dismissed talk of major reform, noting that “the agricultural vote is an important vote.”

Emond’s group was upset that when Canada negotiated a recent free trade treaty with the European Union, it gave away an extra 17,000 tonnes of cheese, less than four per cent of the overall Canadian market.

The other TPP nations are likely to demand much more than that. One person briefed on the U.S negotiating position, who declined to be identified, said 17,000 tonnes was “a derisory number” in the TPP context.

“I cannot see how Canada will make a substantial offer to open up dairy markets, given the political consequences,” said a third source familiar with the negotiations.

“I also cannot see how the United States, Japan and the others will accept the initial offer Canada does end up making.”

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New working group gears up to get answers about habitat conservation Maintaining habitat is also important for pollinators and parasitoids that prey on crop pests

Canola Council of Canada agronomist Greg Sekulic is a member of the new habitat conservation group that is working to research and spread the message about habitat conservation. Photo: supplied

By Alexis Kienlen Staff

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hen you cut down your shelterbelt or take out a windrow, you might not think about the effect it has on the beneficial species living on your farmland. A new working group, unofficially known as the Habitat Working Group, is gearing up to inform producers about the changes they can make to conserve habitat for birds, pollinators and other beneficial insects.

“Habitat loss is caused by farm consolidation and wetland drainage, as well as taking new land into production,” said Greg Sekulic, a Peace Region-based agronomist with the Canola Council of Canada and a member of the Habitat Working Group.

“Farm consolidation, which involves taking out fencerows between previously existing fields, is a huge thing in southern Saskatchewan. And GPSbased drainage programs can take out seasonal wetlands that are repositories of biodiversity,” he said.

Wooded tree areas, windrows and shelterbelts are disappearing as drainage becomes more efficient, resulting in a huge loss of habitat. Discussion about these issues inspired a group of concerned industry representatives to form the Habitat Working Group at last year’s Pollinators and Agriculture symposium in Saskatoon.

Group members include Ducks Unlimited Canada, Pulse Canada, CropLife Canada, the Pollinator Partnership and the Canadian Fertilizer Institute.

The industry-led national working group is focused on finding and disseminating data on habitat conservation and how it impacts beneficial species. Instead of one group leading the charge, the working group is pooling resources and working with other commodity groups to spread the word and

“If you’re taking out a tree bluff that is in the way, consider relocating it instead of eliminating it entirely, so you give species a chance to complete their life cycles.”

Greg Sekulic

influence necessary research and extension.

“One thing we want to do is find out exactly what habitat is required and what types of plant species are required to be hospitable to beneficial insects in crops,” said Sekulic.

When the group met this April, it shared literature and resources, and it will be pushing to have research done to quantify the benefits of habitat conservation to the ecosystem and to an individual operation on a per-acre basis. The group is also looking into research on the importance of creating beetle buffers, and maintaining beneficial carabid beetles on the landscape. The working group will be disseminating this information to various commodity groups.

An extra day has been added to the Canola Discovery Forum, to be held in Canmore in October, for a special research workshop with agronomists, ecologists and entomologists to discuss studies on yield and ecological benefits of maintaining habitat.

What producers can do right now “Producers should really be thinking about maintaining their critical biodiversity on their farmscape, because these things are hugely important on a landscape level. Farmers

sometimes underestimate what their impact is on landscape diversity. Taking out a couple of low spots doesn’t seem like much, until you aggregate what is happening all across Western Canada. We really want guys to be cognizant of that,” said Sekulic.

Maintaining habitat beside cropland can have a benefit for crop yields. Many of the sustainable agriculture certification initiatives feature an emphasis on conserving habitat and landscape biodiversity.

Producers can do many small things to conserve habitat.

Canola produces nectar and pollen in July, but there aren’t a lot of other nectar-bearing sources in Western Canada during the rest of the growing season. Many parasitic wasps that feed on pest species require flowering plants to complete their life cycle.

Sekulic recommends that producers skip the second herbicide pass to leave a few kilograms per acre of flowering and native weed biomass out in the crop — not enough to affect yield, but enough to help beneficial insects complete their life cycle.

All of the group members will be advocating against the prophylactic use of insecticide.

When a producer sprays an unnecessary product into a wheat or canola crop, they could be killing the beneficial parasitoids that preyed on the pests that infested last year’s crop. The field across the road will then miss out on some valuable parasitic species.

Keeping trees and wet areas in the landscape can preserve water receptacles. Shelterbelts and tree bluffs slow down wind and let snow pile up, keeping moisture on the landscape.

“If you’re taking out a tree bluff that is in the way, consider relocating it instead of eliminating it entirely, so you give species a chance to complete their life cycles,” said Sekulic. akienlen@fbcpublishing.com

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Canada wheat, canola stocks dwindle more than expected

The never-ending story

But Statistics Canada says supplies of major crops are still plentiful

By Rod Nickel and Simon Doyle Reuters

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anadian stocks of wheat and canola dwindled this spring more than expected, but supplies were still relatively plentiful, Statistics Canada data showed May 6.

Farmers harvested big crops last autumn, but output was smaller than the record levels of a year earlier, when harsh winter conditions overwhelmed railways, causing grain to pile up at farms.

Total all-wheat stocks on farms and in commercial storage as of March 31 fell 25 per cent to 16.7 million tonnes, well short of trade expectations for 17.7 million tonnes. Even so, supplies were the fourth largest in the past decade.

Ca n o l a s u p p l i e s d i p p e d 19 per cent to seven million tonnes, still the second most ample on record. Traders and analysts expected, on average, 7.4 million tonnes.

The estimates looked mildly supportive for ICE Canada canola futures and Minneapolis Grain Exchange spring wheat futures, said Dave Reimann, a market analyst at Cargill Ltd.’s grain-marketing services division.

The report pointed to tighterthan-expected supplies at the end of the crop-marketing year on July 31, Reimann said.

“I think it still points to a very comfortable number, but not quite as bearish as before.”

Less crop stored at farms was responsible for the drop in supplies for both wheat and canola, while commercially stored volumes rose.

The spring stocks report, based partly on a farmer survey, provides a snapshot of supply ahead of planting season, but generates less industry attention than most StatsCan surveys.

Canada is the world’s secondlargest wheat exporter and the biggest shipper of canola, used largely to produce vegetable oil.

Oat stocks shrank 27 per cent to 1.6 million tonnes, missing the average trade estimate of 1.8 million tonnes.

Durum supplies were more than 40 per cent smaller year over year at 2.3 million tonnes, and lower than the expected 2.8 million.

Barley stocks dropped 23 per cent to 3.4 million tonnes, but were slightly larger than expected.

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CROP REPORT

Crop is half in due to good seeding progress Weekly crop report from Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development for May 11, 2015 Weekly Provincial Summary Seeding progress in Manitoba is estimated at 55 per cent complete.

Seeding is 40 to 50 per cent complete in the Southwest Region, 35 to 40 per cent complete in the Northwest Region, 70 to 80 per cent complete in the Central Region, 70 per cent complete in the Eastern Region and 50 to 60 per cent complete in the Interlake Region.

Recent precipitation impacted seeding operations across the province, but some producers were able to resume seeding over the past weekend.

Early-seeded cereal crops, canola, cor n and peas are emerging; however, growth continues to be slow due to cool temperatures.

Te m p e r a t u r e s b e l o w 0 C were recorded across Manitoba. Crop injury symptoms such as frost banding in cereals has been noted.

Assessments of emerged crops will continue over the next few days to determine the extent of crop damage, if any, from the frost events.

Southwest Region In t h e So u t h w e s t Re g i o n , s e e d i n g re s u m e d e a r l y i n the week but was halted due to 15 to 40 mm of rain.

Precipitation was welcomed in most areas however. Slow frost release, frost boils and high water table continue to cause seeding issues across the region in certain fields.

Frosts occurred over the weekend in many areas of the

Southwest Region, with temperatures recorded as low as -4 C. Symptoms such as frost banding on emerged cereals were evident.

Seeding is estimated at 40 to 50 per cent complete in the region, with the majority of acres seeded to cereals and peas. Producers started to seed canola, flax, barley and oats last week, with progress c o n t i n u i n g ov e r t h e p a s t weekend. Approximately 15 to 20 per cent of the canola and flax acres are seeded and some producers started to plant soybeans as well.

Early-seeded cereal crops and peas are emerging; however, growth continues to be slow due to cool nights and freezing temperatures.

Early season weed control is underway with producers doing pre- and post-seeding burn-off.

Good, uniform regrowth is indicating good survival of winter cereals in 2015.

Forage and pasture growth continue to be slow.

Northwest Region The Northwest Region received variable amounts of rainfall near the end of the week with accumulations ranging from five to 30 mm.

Reported soil temperatures are between 3 C and 8 C. Nighttime temperatures were cool during the week with some morning temperatures at or below 0 C. With the exception of The Pas, where wet soil conditions prevail, good seeding progress has been made. Seeding is

estimated at 35 to 40 per cent complete in the region.

Growth of volunteer canola and volunteer wheat is evident, especially in undis turbed fields. General weed growth is slow and includes p re d o m i n a n t l y s t i n k we e d , dandelions, hemp nettle and wild oats.

Flea beetles are reported in the Swan River Valley where feeding activity is occurring on volunteer canola seedlings.

L i m i t e d g r ow t h o f f o r ages throughout the North Pa r k l a n d a n d Sw a n R i v e r Valley’s north areas of the region is due to minimal rainfall and heat. Cattle on pastures require supplementation of feed.

Central Region Rain started on Wednesday with amounts ranging from five to 40 mm; higher amounts were recorded in the western and northern areas of the region.

Temperatures dipped below 0 C throughout the region. No significant damage to canola is reported. Slight signs of injury are evident in winter wheat and spring wheat, but will not affect the crop at this growth stage. The cold temperatures are slowing plant growth; herbicide applications are also delayed as a result.

Excellent seeding progress was made across much of the Central Region with seeding reported as 70 to 80 per cent complete.

Weed growth is minimal, so very little pre-seed burn-

Chinese farmers to grow less soy in 2015-16 Farmers switching due to subsidy uncertainty

By Niu Shuping and Dominique Patton Beijing / Reuters

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armers in China, the world’s top buyer of soybeans, could slash the amount of land they use to grow the oilseed by as much as 15 per cent in 2015-16 due to uncertainty over how a new subsidy scheme will work, industry analysts said.

A sixth straight annual drop in soy acreage could boost imports by a country that already accounts for 65 per cent of global traded volumes.

“Farmers will reduce soy acreage as they so far have no idea how they will be subsidized,” said Liang Yong, a Galaxy Futures analyst based in Heilongjiang, the country’s top soy-growing province.

“Farmers will reduce soy acreage as they so far have no idea how they will be subsidized.”

off has been done. Producers hope to complete some preemergent treatments, but cool and wet weather conditions are inter fer ing with those plans. Wild oats are emerging and may cause problems in some crops.

Winter wheat and fall rye have come through the winter well. Herbicide applications will begin shortly where volunteer canola has emerged.

Pastures and hay fields are resuming growth. The most advanced alfalfa is 12 to 15 mm tall.

Eastern Region Rainfall accumulation across the Eastern Region ranged from five to 35 mm. Soil moisture conditions on cropland, h a y a n d p a s t u re l a n d a re rated as adequate. Soil temperatures dropped as cold, rainy weather settled in. Soil t e m p s. h a v e d e c re a s e d t o about 5 C average and have not recovered yet.

Repeated nighttime temperatures below 0 C through the later half of last week were re c o rd e d . Se e d i n g i s e s t imated at 70 per cent complete in the region.

Across the region, between five to 10 per cent of winter wheat acres were impacted by winterkill. With the cool, wet weather winter wheat has not progressed much in the last seven days.

Across the region, the majority of hay and pasture lands are in fair condition.

Pastures are slow to resume growth with most grasses in the two-leaf stage. Alfalfa hay

fields are starting to resume growth, benefiting from the recent rain. Producers are starting to move cows to pastures with supplemental feeding occurring.

Interlake Region In the Interlake Region, cool temperatures prevailed and precipitation amounts ranged from 10 to 25 mm. Isolated pockets of rainfall amounting to 38 mm were reported. Soil temperatures dropped due to the cool weather conditions.

Soil temperatures were averaging 12 to 14 C prior to the cool, wet weather but now are averaging 4 to 6 C throughout the region.

For several nights temperatures dipped below the 0 C mark. Nighttime temperatures were recorded as low as -5 C. Seeding progress has halted throughout the region with some producers hopefully being able to start later this week. Seeding progress is estimated to be 50 to 60 per cent complete with the majority of acres seeded in the South Interlake areas.

Forage grass seed fields are starting to break dormancy and plant growth is resuming.

Colder nights with frost is slowing pasture and hay field growth. Scattered showers throughout the region have brought most of the pastures’ soil moisture levels near 100 per cent field capacity. A small amount of cattle (less than 20 per cent) has been moved out of calving areas and onto summer pasture.

Colombia eases import criteria for Canadian wheat Canadian sales are now scrutinized the same as the U.S.

By Rod Nickel Winnipeg / Reuters

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Liang Yong a Galaxy Futures analyst

Beijing scrapped a soystockpiling program last year, and said it would subsidize farmers if domestic prices dropped below a target price of 4,800 yuan per tonne. But it is yet to reveal the size of those subsidies, even as farmers begin sowing this month with prices currently around 3,600 yuan.

Galaxy said acreage could fall by 15 per cent, while initial estimates from the China National Grain and O i l s In f o r m a t i o n Ce n t re (CNGOIC) and Beijing

Orient Agri-Business Consultant Co. Ltd. put the drop at more than 10 per cent.

Farmers can make 5,000 yuan ($806) more per hectare of corn than by growing soybeans, said Liu Min, a farmer with Sunwu Soybean Association in the far north of Heilongjiang, bordering Russia.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has forecast China’s 2014-15 soy imports at 74 million tonnes, up from 70.36 million tonnes the year before.

olombia has eased import requirements for Canadian wheat, Canada’s agriculture and trade ministers said May 5, eliminating a disadvantage the country previously had versus U.S. and Argentine shippers.

Colombia’s changes to phytosanitary requirements, criteria that relate to pests and pathogens, mean that Canadian shipments will be scrutinized the same way as exports from other countries for weed seed content and the fungi ergot, said Cam Dahl, president of industry group Cereals Canada.

The previous requirements had resulted in vessels carrying Canadian wheat being delayed in Colombian ports, Dahl said in an email. A November trip by Canadian exporters and government officials, including members of the Canadian Grain Commission, to meet with the Colombian government led to the change, he said.

Colombia is Canada’s seventh-largest wheat market, and the value of exports to the South American country more than doubled in 2014 to $348 million from levels in 2010, before implementation of a Canada-Colombia free trade agreement.

The changes improve access for wheat grown in Western Canada and include new market access for eastern Canadian wheat, Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz and Trade Minister Ed Fast said in a statement.

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EPA regulator says set to release key herbicide report, lauds biopesticides The preliminary risk assessment is expected to generate public interest and comment

By Carey Gillam Washington / Reuters

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he Environmental Protection Agency has wrapped up its review of the world’s most widely used herbicide and plans to release a much-anticipated preliminary risk assessment no later than July, the agency’s chief pesticide regulator told Reuters.

The EPA review of the health and environmental impacts of glyphosate comes at a time of intense debate over the safety of the chemical, and after the World Health Organization’s cancer research unit declared in March that glyphosate was “probably carcinogenic to humans.”

Jim Jones, assistant administrator for the EPA Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution

Prevention, told Reuters in an interview that the EPA’s review of the health and environmental impacts of glyphosate was concluded months ago, but its report was delayed to allow the agency to learn more about the WHO findings.

Jones said he expects the preliminary risk assessment to generate extensive public interest and comment.

Glyphosate is an ingredient in Roundup herbicide and more than 700 other products sold globally. It is popular with farmers, and is used broadly on genetically altered corn, soybeans and other crops.

Monsanto Co., the maker of Roundup, made roughly $5 billion in revenue last year from glyphosate.

Jones declined to provide details about the EPA’s conclusions. The agency already has

“I feel no pressure from anybody but my boss... get it right and get it done.”

Jim Jones assistant administrator for the EPA Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention

said it will require some weedresistance mitigation measures.

Glyphosate-resistant weeds are spreading across U.S. farmland, raising costs for farmers and hurting crop production.

Consumer and environmental groups cite a range of concerns about the chemical and have been demanding restrictions on its use, but agribusiness companies say there are no valid safety

concerns and that the chemical is a key agricultural tool.

Jones said he is trying to understand the “mood” of the general public, but the agency’s actions will be based solely on scientific research.

“I feel no pressure from anybody but my boss... get it right and get it done,” Jones said.

After the EPA issues the preliminary risk assessment for glyphosate, the agency will take public comments before formalizing a final regulatory proposal.

The EPA’s upcoming draft risk assessment on glyphosate comes at a time when Monsanto and other agrichemical companies are developing biopesticides, which are based on natural organisms like plant and soil microbes rather than synthetic chemicals, and seen by some as alternatives to traditional pesticides.

Jones said the EPA is encouraging development of biopesticides because they “have very favourable human health and environmental profiles.” He said they are likely to overtake synthetic chemicals in agriculture at some point if their use continues what he called “dramatic” growth.

“We’re pretty bullish about them,” said Jones. “We go out of our way... to express our enthusiasm for biopesticides.”

The EPA is generally approving biopesticides in under a year compared to two to three years for synthetic chemical pesticides, Jones said.

The EPA has approved more than 430 biological active ingredients for use in pesticides and use in U.S. agriculture climbed to 4.1 million pounds in 2012, up from 900,000 pounds in 2000, Jones said.

U.S. soybean shippers say rail service has improved CP is ‘turning like we’ve never seen before,’ says one participant Staff

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he U.S. Soy Transportation Coalition (STC) says it’s pleased with recent improvements to rail service, and is giving especially high marks to Canadian Pacific.

Last week, the STC and the University of Minnesota concluded the research project “2014 Harvest: Attaching a Garden Hose to a Fire Hydrant,” which was started due to U.S. rail service problems last year. Between November 2014 and April 2015, 42 grain-handling facilities in North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota and Nebraska completed biweekly reports on their rail service.

“Fortunately, the rail service disruptions from 2014 have not been repeated,” STC executive director Mike Steenhoek said in a release.

“Rail service metrics have dramatically improved across the board.

Railroads responded to last year’s challenges with an aggressive level of investment. This has clearly paid dividends.”

The STC release said five factors contributed to the improvement, including how railroads have responded to demand. In one of the recent survey periods, one of the participants stated, “CP (Canadian Pacific) is turning like we’ve never seen before. Loads are pulled more promptly. BN (BNSF Railway) is about the same; it has improved on pulling loaded trains quicker.” Another survey respondent said, “Actually very pleased with both Class I railroads (BNSF Railway and Canadian Pacific Railway).”

Other factors included a longer harvest season, farmers storing grain because of lower prices, better weather and a smaller harvest in 2014.

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TRACTORS 4WD 9 CIH QUAD535 2650 hrs, PTO 1000, 4 HID Lights, Luxery Cab, 30” Tracks . . .$277,900 SW 13 CIH STX450 800hrs, 450HP, PTO 1000, Lights 4 HID, AutoGuidance, 650/85R38 Duals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $292,900 R 13 CIH STX450 800hrs, 450HP, PTO 1000, Lights 4 HID, AutoGuidance, 650/85R38 Duals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $282,900 R 14 NH T9.435 426E, 710/70R42 168B R-1W FI Firestone Radial, 4 Electric Remotes, Deluxe Cab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $271,900 B 14 NH T9.435 767E, 710/70R42 168B R-1W FI Firestone Radial, 4 Electric Remotes, Deluxe Cab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $268,800 B 14 NH T9.435 755E, 710/70R42 168B R-1W FI Firestone Radial, 4 Electric Remotes, Deluxe Cab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $268,800 B 14 NH T9.450 1808E, 710/70R42 168B R-1W FI Firestone Radial, 4 Electric Remotes, Deluxe Cab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $256,900 B 14 NH T9.450 1636E, 710/70R42 168B R-1W FI Firestone Radial, 4 Electric Remotes, Deluxe Cab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $259,900 B 13 NH T9.560 240E, 55 GPM, Hyd Flow, Autoguidamce, Front & Rear Diff Lock . $302,900 R 9 NH T9030 1750 hrs, 710/70R42 Duals, 16 Speed PS Trans, 4 Remotes, Luxury Cab, Low Pressure Return . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $192,500 A 12 NH T9.615 535HP, 1100 hrs, High Cap Hyd Pump, HID Worklight Package, Lg Color Monitor Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$288,900 SW 9 NH T9050 2600 hrs, 3 HID Lights, 710/70R42 Duals, Hyd Flow 55. . . . . . . . . .$203,900 SW 11 NH T9050 1526 hrs, 485HP, 800/70R38 Duals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $230,900 H 10 NH T9060 2368hrs, Tires 800/70R38 Duals, 18 Front Wts w/Brkt, 24 Rear Wts w/Brkt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $248,000 N 8 ST 535 2458 hrs, 57 GPM, Hyd Outlet, 529/85R46 Triplets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$229,900 SW 0 NH 9884 4500 hrs, 425HP, 710/70R38 Duals, EZ Steer 500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $127,900 ST 0 NH 9884 4500 hrs, 425HP, 710/70R38 Duals, EZ Steer 500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$127,900 SW

SITE

8-2000 23-4414 6-2364

mazergroup.ca PORTAGE (204) 857-8711 ROBLIN (204) 937-2134 SHOAL LAKE (204) 759-2126

‘04 NH CR970

‘11 NH SP.365F

1990E/1538T, 900 Drives, 76C P/U Header with 16’ Rakeup, 900 Drives A0617C

480 hrs, 1600 Gal Tank, Fence Line Spray Kit, Intellisteer Ready, Sharp Shooter H1141B

172,900 ARBORG

330,900 HARTNEY

$

$

‘10 SCOUP 7660

‘13 NH TV6070

1309 hrs, 90ft Booms, 725 Gal Tank, Auto Steer, Auto Boom, 6 Speed PS Transmission B3084B

1800E, 2 Hyd Outlets, Engine End, Front Fenders, Grapple Fork R1190B

117,900 ROBLIN

148,900 BRANDON

$

$

‘14 NH T9.435

‘12 NH T9.615

767E, 710/70R42 168B R-1W FI Firestone Radial, 4 Electric Remotes, Deluxe Cab B3093B

535HP, 1100 hrs, High Cap Hyd Pump, HID Worklight Package, Lg Color Monitor Display S0582B

268,800 BRANDON

$

WINNIPEG (204) 253-2900 SWAN RIVER (204) 734-9361

288,900 SWAN RIVER

$

STE. ROSE (204) 447-2739 MOOSOMIN (306) 435-3610

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BUiLding & renovAtions – Building Supplies – Concrete Repair – Doors & Windows – Electrical & Plumbing – Insulation – Lumber – Roofing Buildings Business Machines Business Opportunities

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Outfitters Personal Pest Control Pets & Supplies Photography Propane Pumps Radio, TV & Satellite reAL estAte – Commercial Buildings – Condos – Cottages & Lots – Houses & Lots – Land For Rent – Land For Sale – Mobile Homes – Motels & Hotels – Resorts – Vacation Property – farms & Ranches – Acreages/Hobby Farms – Manitoba – Saskatchewan – Alberta – British Columbia – Pastureland – Farms/Ranches Wanted reCreAtionAL vehiCLes – All Terrain Vehicles – Boats & Water – Campers & Trailers – Golf Carts – Motor Homes – Motorcycles – Snowmobiles Recycling Refrigeration Restaurant Supplies Sausage Equipment Sawmills Scales CertiFied seed – Cereal Seeds – Forage Seeds – Oilseeds – Pulse Crops – Specialty Crops CoMMon seed – Cereal Seeds – Forage Seeds – Grass Seeds – Oilseeds – Pulse Crops – Common Seed Various

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AUCTION DISTRICTS

AUCTION SALES Manitoba Auctions – Parkland

Dowler Auct ion rt & o p Svc

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MOVING AUCTION FOR STEVE BODNAR 10:00am Sat., May 23rd, 2015, Arden, MB. 2000 Intl 9200 I Mid Rise, 2,505,000-kms, being used every week making US runs, Approx 1,100,000-kms on rebuilt 1998 Cat C12 engine, Recently new parts include: front diff, clutch & steering ties, Interior oak cabinets built by Amos Bauman, Bunk Beds, 1500 Watt Inverter, Safety Expires May 31st, 2015- Subject to confirmation of final bid. Aluminum Boat, Motor & Trailer; Mossberg Silver Reserve 12 ga Over & Under Shotgun, 2 3/4 & 3-in., Turkish Walnut Stock; Savage Model II, .243 Win, Bolt Action, Synthetic Stock, Simmons 3-9 x 40 Scope; Stack On Gun Cabinet; Honeywell Ammo Lock Up; 38-55 Win, 243 & 12 ga Ammo; 80cc Mini Bike; Raleigh Grand Prix Bicycle; Stihl MS 291C & Jonsered CS 2238 Chain Saws; Camp-bell Hausfeld 115v Flux Core Welder; Chop Saw on Stand; Engine Stand; Engine Hoist; Alumn Ladder; DeWalt Circ Saw; 50-ft.

Truck Air Chuck; Sm Jig; DeWalt DW087 laser ChalkLine; Ryobi 18v Impact Drill; MotoMaster Battery Booster Pack; Charge Ex-press CXC 2205 fully auto battery charger; Cole-man Camp Stove; Monopoly Lord of the Rings Board Game; Bristle Dartboard; Raising Pigs & Bolt Action Rifles Books; Midland Walkie Talkies; Wine Making Supplies; Tackle Box; Paper Shredder; Cis-tern Pump; Frigidaire Deep Freeze; Chest Drawers; Storage Cabinet; York 210 Space Saver Folding Weight Bench; Marcy SB 240 Workout Bench; Gold Star Dehumidifier; Ottoman; Office Desk; Double Bed w/Storage; Polk Audio Subwoofer; Quiet Warmth Radiant Heat Underlayment & Controller; Brother MFC 7460DN Printer; Elec Fan; Kitchen Aid Mixer; Cordless Kettle; Utensils; Blenders; Toaster; TV; RCA Ghetto Blaster; New Wine Glasses; Nesco Food Dehydrator. MUCH MUCH MORE LUNCH AVAIL Bradley Meyers auctioneer, (204)476-6262 www.meyersauctions.com

Farm auction

for Murray & Linda McCaskill DEAD LAKE RANCH and Rutherford Riddell

Sat., June 6, 2015

Gladstone, MB., Canada at 10:00 AM Directions: From Gladstone, 1 mile east on Hwy #16, 2 miles south (Rd. 64 west). Driveway marker #79155.

Watch for signs.

Owners’ Contact: Home: 204-385-2764 Mobile: 204-856-6714 FEATURED ITEMS: 2003 MF 6280 fwa, 3ph, Quickie Loader w/grapple, 8’ bucket, bale forks, 7,000 hrs, Rear tires 20.8-38, New front tires 16.9-R28, bought new, premium unit • Case 2294 3ph, powershift, duals, 6937 hrs • Husqvarna YTH 150 riding mower • Cat D-7 cable dozer, w/blade, good running order, good paint • 1978 GMC General semi,runs good • 1985 GMC half ton w/deck • 25’ tandem end dump • Titan 22’ tandem axle stock trailer, 2 dividers, rubber mat floor, great for horses or livestock, great shape • 1978 Linden 45’ equipment trailer w/flip up extensions & hydraulic ramp • 2009 New Idea 3743 tandem manure spreader, heavy axle, dual beater, good floor, bought new • 2009 Hesston 1372 12.5 ft Discbine, 1000 shaft, steel rollers, bought new • 2001 Hesston 4755 mid square baler approx 40,000 bales w/Valmar preservative applicator • AND MUCH MUCH MORE!!

There is also a large assortment of shop and misc items, panels and posts, saddles, harness, antiques, and household items up for offer as well as good quality riding horses.

Parkland – North of Hwy 1; west of PR 242, following the west shore of Lake Manitoba and east shore of Lake Winnipegosis.

Westman – South of Hwy 1; west of PR 242.

Interlake – North of Hwy 1; east of PR 242, following the west shore of Lake Manitoba and east shore of Lake Winnipegosis.

Red River – South ofHwy 1; east of PR 242.

The Pas

AUCTION SALES Manitoba Auctions – Westman

AUCTION SALES Manitoba Auctions – Westman

AUCTION SALES Manitoba Auctions – Westman

UNRESERVED RETIREMENT FARM AUCTION for ALAN & KAREN MELVIN

Birch River

Swan River

MATHER, MANITOBA • TUESDAY, JUNE 2ND • 12:00 NOON

Minitonas Durban

Winnipegosis

Roblin

Dauphin

Grandview

Ashern

Gilbert Plains

Fisher Branch

Ste. Rose du Lac Russell

Parkland

Birtle

Riverton Eriksdale

McCreary

Gimli

Shoal Lake

Langruth

Minnedosa Neepawa

Gladstone

Rapid City Virden

Melita

1

Brandon

Carberry

Treherne

Killarney

Pilot Mound Crystal City

Elm Creek

Sanford

Ste. Anne

Carman

Mariapolis

Lac du Bonnet

St. Pierre

242

Morris Winkler Morden

Altona

DIRECTIONS: From: MATHER, MB - West on #3 Hwy to Mile 78 Road, South on Mile 78 Road 3.7Kms to Sale Site on West side of road.

From: CARTWRIGHT, MB - East on #3 Hwy 9.5Kms to Mile 78 Road, South on Mile 78 Road 3.7Kms to Sale Site on West side of road.

Watch for Signs Sale Day. For online bidding at this sale go to www.fraseronlineauctions.com

Beausejour

Winnipeg

Austin

Souris

Boissevain

Stonewall Selkirk

Portage

Westman

Waskada

Interlake

Erickson

Hamiota

Reston

Arborg

Lundar

Steinbach

1

Red River

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PARKS AUCTION SERVICE LTD. SERVING MB & SK FOR OVER 30 YEARS.

COLLINS BROS. COLLECTOR VEHICLE/ ACREAGE EQUIPMENT/ HOUSEHOLD Sat., May 23rd, 2015 @ 11:30 am Located: 60 Walker Ave., Forrest, MB (5 miles North of Brandon on Hwy 10)

VEHICLES/TRAILERS • 2007 Chev Silverado Ext Cab 4x4, V8 Automatic, trailer hitch (30,043 KM) • 1953 GMC Model 9300 Half ton restored 118,000 original miles • 1962 Pontiac Strathochief 130,000 miles • 1995 Rainbow flatdeck tandem axle trailer w/ ramps 9600 GVW • 1990 Par car gas golf cart • 27’ Topaz SE/Triple E bumper hitch, single slide out trailer **All vehicles safetied and in EXC. Cond.** ACREAGE EQUIP. • New Holland TC 29 DA FWA estate tractor w/ FEL, 29hp, hydro, 3 pt., only 146 hrs – EXC Cond.

• #720 Farm King finishing mower, 72” • 60” Farm King rototiller • 60” Farm King snowblower • JD # 310 hydro lawn tractor w/ 42” belly mount mower and 44” snowblower – 63 hrs **All acreage equip. is Like New Cond.**

TRACTORS: *1980 MF 4840 4WD 265hp Tractor w/20.8-38 Duals, 4 Remote Hyd, add on Hydratec Hyd Air Seeder Kit w/ Large Pump, Approx 8000Hrs on Tractor *JD 8440 4WD 215hp Tractor w/18.4-38 Duals, 3 Remote Hyd with Return Line, Big 1000 PTO, 3 PT, 10,300Hrs Showing *1978 White 2-155 Field Boss 2WD 155hp Tractor w/2 Remote Hyd, 1000 PTO, After market 3PT, 6 Spd Trans with 3 Spd Pwr Shift, Approx 5000 Total Hrs Showing, GUIDANCE SYSTEMS: *Outback eDrive TC Automated Steering System *(2) Outback 360 System *(2) Outback S Light Bars w/S2 Updates *(2) Outback Domes SEED & TILLAGE: *1998 80’ Willmar 6400 Xplorer SP High Clearance Sprayer w/18.4 – 38 Rubber, 500 Gal Poly Tank, Ezee-Steer System with Trimble 500 Guidance, Mid-Tech ARC 6000 Auto Rate Controller, Mid-Tech Boom Controls, Pressure Gauges for Each Section of Booms, 3192Hrs Showing, Air Ride, Crop Dividers, Triple nozzle Bodies, Hyd Adjustable Axles *(4) 230/895R48 *Chem Handler Chemical System *40’ Bourgault 8800 Air Seeder w/Bourgault 3225 air Cart, 8” Spacings, Single Chute, 550lbs Trips w/Dbl Springs, Packers, Newer Carbide Tips, New Tubes on Metering, In Tank Camera Plus Cab Monitor *40’ Bourgault Quick Attach 4 bar Harrows (for 8800 Tillage) *84’ Herman Hyd Harrows w/Approx 2500 Acres on NEW Tines *70’ Gates Heavy harrows w/newer Tines *39’ Saturn Tillage w/Knock-on Shovels, Micro Trak NH3 Auto Rate Controller with Cold Flow System, 4 Bar Harrows, Tank Hitch, (NH3 unit and sells separate) *36’ Saturn Tillage w/3 Bar Mounted Harrows (New Tines) *36’ IH 5500 tillage w/3 Bar Harrows, NH3 Kit. *Degelman Rotary Picker w/ Hyd Drive Reel HARVEST EQUIPMENT: *2001 MF 8680 SP Combine w/Agco Header and 2009 Swathmaster IV Pick-Up, Long auger, Sunny Brook Cylinder & Concaves, 1715 Eng Hrs Showing, 1350 Sep Hrs Showing, Grain-Trak Monitors, Auto Head Height Controls *2000 30’ MF 220 Series II SP Swather w/UII Pick-Up Reel, Factory Gauge Wheels Plus Skid Plates, 1032Hrs showing, (Has Hyd Block for Outback E-Drive) *1994 25’ Premier 1900 PT Swather w/1000 PTO PickUp Reel, Rubber Slat Concave *25’ Case IH 725 PT Swather w/Batt Reel *8’ Metal Concave Swath Roller *6’ Flexi-Coil Concave Swath Roller *Labtronics 919 Digital moisture tester w/scale TRUCKS & TRAILER: *1988 GMC 7000 Tag Axle w/8.2L Detroit DSL Eng, 5+4 Trans, 22’ Flat Deck w/ Head Ache Rack, 516,824Kms Showing *1982 IH T/A, Model 2594 w/19” Box & Hoist with 64” sides, Roll Tarp, Automatic Trans, 6V92 Detroit Eng, 663,774Kms showing, SAFETIED GRAIN HANDLING: *8” X 36’ Westfield Auger w/20 HP Honda, Wheatheart Bin Sweep *Walinga Corn & Grain Vac MT510 w/1000 PTO *300 Bus Gravity Wagon on 7 Ton Farm King 4 Wheel Wagon w/ roll tarp *50’ diameter temp grain ring w/New tarp OTHER EQUIPMENT: *9’ Leon Front Mount Blade w/ Manual Angle *Jack for Changing Sprayer Tires *Crop Lifters *Rotary Canola Cutter *Used Seed Bourgault Air Seeder Knives (enough for 40’ drill) *Used Bourgault Knock-on Sweeps *Used Cult Shovels *Small assortment of farm related misc items & parts *(5) FM Radios with Antennas TANKS & PUMPS: *(2) 1250 Gal Poly Tanks (Black) *T/A Fuel Wagon w/300 Gal Tank, 12 Volt Pump *2014 Honda GC160, 2” Water Pump MISC ITEMS: *Char-Lynn pump *12 volt Hopper Winch for 13” auger w/mounts *2500lbs 12 volt utility winch *Knock-On NH3 Dutch openers (approx 40) *Shank mount NH3 clips (approx 40)

FOR PICTURES AND COMPLETE DETAILS VISIT www.fraserauction.com FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT ALAN & KAREN MELVIN - HOUSE: 204-529-2104 OR SHOP: 204-529-2594

FRASER AUCTION SERVICE LTD.

BRANDON, MANITOBA Licensed and bonded. P.L. License #918093. Member of M.A.A., S.A.A., A.A.A., A.A.C. PHONE: (204) 727-2001 FAX: (204) 729-9912 www.fraserauction.com EMAIL: office@fraserauction.com Auctioneer: Scott Campbell Not responsible for errors in description. Subject to additions and or deletions. Property owners and Fraser Auction Service not responsible for any accidents. GST & PST where applicable. TERMS: Cash or cheque.

NOTE: cheques of $50,000 or more must be accompanied by bank letter of credit. Sale conducted by FRASER AUCTION SERVICE 1-800-483-5856 www.fraserauction.com

McSherry Auction Service Ltd

MISC. • Invacare Pegasus mobility scooter – like new • Bruno VSL 6000 mobility scooter chair lift 12 volt w/ remote control • Honda EU 3000 IS Inverter - like new

AUCTION SALE

ASSORTED FIRE ARMS

Wed., May 20 @ 4:00 pm

**Purchasers require current PAL/FAC** Assorted shop, hand and power tools. Misc. **All furniture in EXC. Cond.**

Estate & Moving

Stonewall, MB - #12 Patterson Drive

AUCTION SALES Manitoba Auctions – Red River

AUCTION SALES Manitoba Auctions – Red River

McSherry Auction Service Ltd

AUCTION SALE

PARKS AUCTION SERVICE LTD.

Yard Items * Tools * Antiques * Household * Always Lots of Items!!

Dave & Rolande Smith

PLEASE VIEW WEBSITE www.lamportanddowler.com FOR PHOTOS AND FULL LISTING

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Stuart McSherry

Saturday, May 23 @ 10:00 am

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Winkler, MB • 1-204-325-4433 • 1883 GMC 7000 Single axle truck, V8 5 & 2 trans, 15 ft steel box and hoist • 1996 Bob-co 30 ft cattle trailer tandem axle, 24 ft newer floor, goose neck hook up • 1985 Cougar Steigher CR1225, 4x4 tractor 3306 Cat Engine, 12 speed standard, pto, 18.4 x 38 duals, outback ezee steer, serial #cus5317804 showing 4369 hrs.

• Case 4890 four wheel drive, power shift, pto needs new clutches. Engine and differential are sound, front axle steering only, 8892 hrs.

• 1985 IH 1680 Combine, pickup head, chaff spreader, chopper, feeder house reverser, grain loss monitor, brand new Radiator, serial #488890 • Massey Ferguson 885 diesel swather with 25 ft Macdon header • Side drive over swather carrier • Hesston 565 T Round baler, total bales 10,775 serial #5657 • Rem 18 in Roller mill pto drive • KELLO model 210 heavy 12 ft Offset breaking disc • Hesston 2410 40 ft Disc • Laurie Packer Bar 40 ft • 1998 Summers 5 bar Tine Super Harrow 60 ft • CI model 279 field cultivator 32 ft with mulchers • Brandt 60 ft sprayer • Farm King 13’’ x 85 pto auger new gear box in hopper • Sakundiak 8’’ x 50’ pto grain auger • Shop built 18 round bale hauler trailer, with rear steering

THURSDAY, JUNE 4, 6 PM PLUMAS, MB LOCATION AT THE FARM: FROM PLUMAS TAKE THE #265 WEST FOR 5 MILES AND 1 NORTH AND ½ EAST VERY LITTLE SMALLS - PLEASE BE ON TIME

Lake Manitoba First Nation Sale site: From Lake Manitoba Band Store on Hwy #68 – 13.3 km South or from Eriksdale – 29 km West on PR #417 (Follow signs) Sale includes: Tractors, machinery & equipment, fishing & sporting, cattle equipment, tools & antiques For full listing go to: www.globalauctionguide.com Sale conducted by Bergner Auction Service, Ashern (204) 768-2669 bergauct@mymts.net

Vehicles & Trailer: 99 GMC Jimmy 4 x 4 217,000 KM * B.H. 14' Flat Deck Trailer Airoliner 18' Al. Boat w Merc 65 HP & Trailer * D.R. 12 Volt 48"Grade A/C * Roto Tiller * Mower * Snowblower * Fishing * Camping Items * Storage Building 12 ' x 16' * 6.75 HP Gas 2500lb Pressure * 100 Gal Fuel Slip Tank w 12 Volt Pumps * Drill Press * Table * Air Compressor * Stihl Chainsaws * Power Tools * Hand Tools * Shop Supply * Antiques: China Cabinet * Radio * School Desk * Bradford Exchange John Wayne Knife Collection * Snow Shoes * Household * Guns * Go to the Website for Listing & Pictures!!

for Leslie & Elsie Maytwayashing Saturday, May 23, 2015 at 10:00 a.m.

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RetiRement Auction

for Brian & Kathy Wilkinson

Sat., may 23, 2015

Dugald, Manitoba, Canada at 10:00 AM Directions: From Dugald, Manitoba, Canada: Drive 4 Miles South on Hwy #206 to Plymton Rd. Head East 2.5 Miles on Plymton Rd. Watch for signs.

• New Holland model 80 manure spreader tandem axle 10 x 20 tires, serial #496914 • Two lewis cattle oilers with mineral feeders • Two 500 gal water tanks • Parts drill IH 7200 Hoe Press, good 2 x14 ft, Grass seeders sell separate • Larger pile of Scrap Iron • Ranger 175, Calf creep feeder with panels on trailer • Cattle loading chute • 20 ft Drag harrows • Boat 22 ft with inboard Chrysler engine, with canopy and trailer. Electric winch et.

• Arctic Cat ATV 4X4 300 CC

To public: these people have sold their farm and will sell the above machinery to the highest bidder.

There will very very little small selling. Remember WE START ON TIME.

See our website: www.billklassen.com for complete listing or call 204-325-4433 cell 6230

BILL KLASSEN AUCTIONEERS

Stuart McSherry (204) 467-1858 or (204) 886-7027 www.mcsherryauction.com

MARVIN & BETSY GERBRANT RETIREMENT FARM AUCTION

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FARM EQUIPMENT AUCTION FOR HANS AND MONIKA SCHNEEBERGER

FARM RETIREMENT AUCTION

St. Anne, MB Jct Hwy #12 & Hwy #1 East 4 Miles on Hwy #1 then South on Paradise Rd. 1 Mile then West 1/4 Mile on Dawson then South Proulx Rd 1 Block then East on Proulx Blvd. #125 – Contact: (204) 422-9913

Lam

www.lamportanddowler.com John Lamport 204-476-2067 Tim Dowler 204-803-6915

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Featured Items: EQUIPMENT: • 2000 JCB 4wd backhoe & fel, quick attach clam bucket, 10’ reach, 2’ extend a hoe, premium unit, always shedded • White 1370 tractor, 3ph, power steering, 540 pto, 3512 hrs., 2nd owner, great yard tractor • Farm King 7’ finishing mower (like new) • Farm King 6.5’ snowblower • Tarnel 20’ bumper hitch trailer w/ ramps 14,000 lb GVW (like new) • Canadiana snowblower 10 hp 32” w/ new motor ANTIQUES: • White Rose oil pump • Esso gas bowser • Hay knife • Hand well pump jacks • Crocks •Toys SHOP TOOLS: • #18 Canadian drill press • Atlas metal lathe 220 v 12” x “55 incl misc accessories • Archdale radial arm saw • Beaver wood lathe • Large asst of air tools & impacts • Southbend 6” x 32” metal lathe • Colville Holtzman 60 ton press • Brake rotor lathe • AND MUCH MUCH MORE!!

PLEASE VIEW WEBSITE www.lamportanddowler.com FOR PHOTOS AND FULL LISTING AuctioneeR’S note Brian & Kathy operated a successful gas station and plumbing/excavation business for many years. There is a large selection of shop tools & household items. Please make note of the JCB back hoe in premium condition.

www.lamportanddowler.com John Lamport 204-476-2067 Tim Dowler 204-803-6915

Winkler, MB • 1-204-325-4433 Tractors: • 1984 Case 2394, 24 speed transmission, 7400 hrs, 20.8 x 38 duals, pto, dual hyd, 3pth, • 1983 Case 2290 12 speed Power shift, 18.4 x38 duals, pto, dual hyd, 6672 hrs.

Truck: • 1975 Chev C-65 Truck 366 engine 5&2, 15ft box and hoist roll tarp. Sells without safety, • Single axle light trailer 8ft with box and 12 volt hoist Swather: • 1990 CI model 722 SP Swather, 26ft, Shumacher knife drive, Issuu diesel, electric over hyd joy stick control, 2492 engine hrs., UII pickup reel with double finger design for maximum crop movement onto draper • Two MF #36 pto Swathers 21ft and 25ft • Woods Dixie 3pth 5ft rotary mower • 21ft Macdon pickup reel • Outback GPS guidance bar system • John Deere #224, 24ft Flexhead Grain Cart: • Super Wagon 500 bushel, with live bottom belt, fore and aft, with front unload auger Seeding and Tillage: • Massey Ferguson 18ft model 360 discer seeder with mulchers/dry fertilizer • Land Pride 10ft HD 3pth blade with angle tilt, nice condition • Farm King 80ft diamond harrows autofold • CI Model 807 deep tiller 27ft with NH3 kit and mulchers • Versatile 580 sprayer 68ft

SATURDAY, MAY 30, 10 AM LOWE FARM, MB LOCATION AT THE FARM: FROM LOWE FARM 3 MILES SOUTH ON ROAD 6W AND ½ MILE WEST. YARD #6070 LUNCH AVAILABLE

• 300 gal, galvanized water tank on 368 versatile undercarriage • Two canola swath rollers 6ft and 8ft • Labtronicis 3 1/2’’ grain moisture meter c/w scale etc.

Augers: • Westfield: TR 10 x 61, 10 x 51 pto, Two 7 x 36” with Kohler motors Grain Bins: • 5 @ 2911 bu, Behlin on flat concrete, have movers available • 27” Inline fan with burner off grain chief dryer • 1979 ish Yamaha 250 Enduro dirt bike • Caldender feed cooker pot only needs jacket • A Chevrolet engine 6 cylinder with power glide transmission out of 1957 car

See our website: www.billklassen.com for complete listing or call 204-325-4433 cell 6230

BILL KLASSEN AUCTIONEERS

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MACK AUCTION CO. PRESENTS a farm equipment auction for Scott & Shirley Bonnor, (306)331-7450, Sat., June 13th, 2015 at 10:00am.

Directions from Sintaluta, SK: go 13-mi North on Grid 606. Watch for Signs! JD 8440 4WD tractor w/PTO; IH 5288 2WD tractor w/duals; IH 1086 2WD tractor w/duals; 574 2WD DSL tractor w/IH FEL; IH diesel B-414 2WD tractor w/IH 1501 FEL; IH 1480 SP combine w/Rake-up PU header; IH 1020 22-ft flex header; IH 4000 SP swather, 8-ft & 10-ft swath rollers; Harmon 3680 36-ft air drill w/double shoot, 1,600-gal anhydrous tank & trailer; 35-ft Morris CP-735 cultivator w/tine harrows & Valmar; 1975 Chev C60 grain truck w/steel box & hoist; 1974 Chev C60 grain truck w/steel box & hoist; 1969 GMC 3.4-ton truck w/mounted sprayer & Honda engine & pump; 1969 Chev 1/2-ton truck; Wheatheart 8-51 auger & mover w/Kohler 27-HP engine; Brandt 7-40 auger w/Honda engine; Konskilde 300 grain vac, Lode King 400-bu tank & trailer, 6,000-bu temporary grain ring; Degelman ground drive rock picker, Farm King 18-in roller mil; IH 430 square baler; Massey Harris grain crusher; Woods 3-PTH gyro mower; Farm King 3-PTH snow blower; Leon 9-ft angle dozer blade; Douglas 3-PTH rotovator; shop built 36-ft land roller; 3-PTH tooth cultivator; rope weed wck 40-ft pulled by ATV; 1,000-gal fuel tank & electric pump; 100-gal slip tank; 250-gal poly water tank; Smith Roles tire changer; hyd press; engine stand; numerous hand tools, plus much more! Visit www.mackauctioncompany.com for sale bill & photos. Join us on Facebook & Twitter. (306)421-2928 or (306)487-7815 Mack Auction Co. PL 311962

MACK AUCTION CO presents a very large annual Equipment/ RV/ Vehicle Auction Sat., June 20th, 2015 Estevan Motor Speedway, Estevan, SK 9:00am. A complete farm equipment dispersal for long time rancher Harley Jahn! Up for auction TW25 Ford FWA tractor w/dual PTO & 3-PTH, DX 90 2WD tractor w/FEL & 5,720-hrs; 2002 Macdon 16-ft. 5020 mower conditioner w/very few cutting acs; Vermeer 605L Series round baler w/bale kicker & Vermeer updates; Degelman 14-ft. rock rake PTO drive; Degelman PTO rock picker; IH 5500 DT 28-ft. chisel plow cultivator; Spra Coupe for parts; 1997 Eagle Industries 24-ft. gooseneck flat deck trailer; 3-PTH yd sprayer; new Pool 3-HP aeration fan; 2,200-bu Weststeel hopper bottom bin; 2, 1,850-bu Westeel hopper bin; 2,200-bu Westeel Rosco hopper bottom; Westeel 1,600-bu hopper bottom bin; 40-ton hopper bottom fertilizer bin; Sakundiak HD 7-1400 grain auger w/Onan 18-HP. Check on this ad each week for new additions to this large sale!! Visit www.mackauctioncompany.com for sale bill & photos. Join us on Facebook & Twitter. (306)421-2928 or (306)487-7815 Mack Auction Co. PL 311962

AUCTION CALENDAR FARM AUCTION FOR MEL & HELEN KACHUR SATURDAY MAY 23rd 10:00 AM

Location: From Rosa, MB 1/2 Mile South on Hwy #59,then 4 miles West on Road 16N and 1/2 mile South on #24E, Driveway #15109 Partial Listing: 4430 JD Tractor, 3 PTH, Cab *966 IHC Diesel, Loader, Cab *MF 1135 Diesel, Cab *MF 90 Tractor, Loader, D19 Allis Gas Tractor, Loader *D21 Allis Diesel *78 Chev 3 Ton, 16ft B&H *78 GMC 1 Ton, Steel B&H *530 JD Round Baler *JD 894A Side Delivery Rake *718 NH Forage Harvester w/ pickup

FARM RETIREMENT AUCTION FOR RODGER & SUSANNE GOSELIN SATURDAY MAY 30th 10:00 AM

Location: From St. Malo, MB 1 mile South on Hwy #59, then 1 1/4 miles South on Moose Creek Road Partial Listing: 03 Case IH MX110, MFWD, Cab, Loader, 3 PTH *81 Chev C60 Grain Truck, Midland B&H *860 MF Diesel Combine, (shedded) *20ft Wil-Rich 4400 Deep

HOBBY FARM AUCTION FOR BEN & ARLENE SAWATZKY SATURDAY JUNE 6th 10:00 AM

Location: From Vita, MB 8.5 miles East on Hwy #201, then 1/2 mile West on Road 7N (Strand School Road) and 1/2 mile South on 46AE Road Partial Listing: 2000 BobCat 753 Skid Steer *1100 MF Tractor, Diesel, Cab, 3 PTH *12ft Tandem Axle Skid Steer Trailer *Haying Equipment *Yard Equipment & Shop Tools *Horse Equipment & Tack *Livestock (2 horses, 2 Lama’s)

JUNE EQUIPMENT AUCTION SATURDAY JUNE 13th 10:00 AM

Live Internet Bidding

Location: Location: 218 Brandt St. Steinbach, MB *LIVE INTERNET BIDDING List not available at time of print.

Tractors *Trailers *Skid Steer Attachments *Trucks *Haying & Harvesting Equipment *Tillage Equipment, Boats, Atvs *Generators *Pressure Washers *Corral Panels & Gates *Wheel Loaders *Rv’s, Lawn & Garden Equipment. CALL TODAY TO CONSIGN!!

FARM & REAL ESTATE PROPERTY AUCTION FOR DAVID & ANNA WIELER SATURDAY JUNE 20th 10:00 AM

Location: From Grunthal, MB 4 miles East on #205, then 1 1/4 South on 30E #25117 Partial Listing: 80 Acre Country Property w/ Shop & House *International 824 Diesel Tractor, 3 PTH, MFWD, Loader *18ft Car Hauler Trailer, Tandem Axle *25ft Fifth Wheel Trailer *2005 Honda Four Trax 4WD

Full Listing At www.pennerauctions.com

PENNER AUCTION SALES LTD. 218 Brandt Street Steinbach, MB Ph: 204.326.3061 Fax: 204.326.7529 Toll Free: 1-866-512-8992 www.pennerauctions.com

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AUCTION SALES Saskatchewan Auctions ELAINE YOUNG ROBERTS & THE ESTATE OF BARRY ROBERTS AUCTION Sat., May 23rd, 2015 10:00am. 11.5 SOUTH OF JCT 16 & 8, 1.5 WEST LANGENBURG. LANGENBURG, SK. CONTACT: (306)745-3959. ACREAGE EQUIP & YD: 2004 NH TC35 DSL FWA Tractor 3-PTH, hydro, 2 hyd, PTO, front weights, Buhler quick attach, also w/self levelling FEL, 6-ft. bucket, joystick, 700-hrs, mint; ATTACHMENTS: 72-in. finishing mower, mint; 7420 Buhler 74-in. snowblower, hyd chute, mint; Buhler 72-in. rototiller, mint; 3-PTH, 8, 12-in. post hole auger, mint; 3-PTH valmar fibre glass spreader, mint; 3-PTH 6-ft. spring tooth cultivator, mint; Mini rotor tiller; Wheel barrel; Push lawn mower; Garden sprayers; Quad estate sprayer; Leaf blower; ANTIQUES: Victorola small phonograph; Poppyseed grinder; Navigation brass telescope in original box; Chairs; Trunks; Baby carriage; Wash stands; Eldorado treadle sewing machine; Clocks; Old cabbage shredder & plunger; Old records; Plus more items; HOUSEHOLD ANTIQUE DINING SET: Antique solid wood oak table w/two leaves & 6 chairs (one is a captains chair); Matching Hutch; Matching China Cabinet. Plus more! Plus shop, carpentry, misc, guns. NOTE: Elaine sold the acreage & is moving. Barry was a real handyman & by all the tools he has confirms this. Everything is like new, yd equip is mint. Visit www.ukrainetzauction.com for complete pictures & listing. Sale conducted by Ukrainetz Auction Theodore SK. (306)647-2661. License #915851.

ROLAND & MARLENE BECKER AUCTION Sun., May 24th, 2015 10:00AM 5 SOUTH, 3.5 EAST OF RHEIN, RHEIN SK CONTACT: (306)273-4252.

ACREAGE EQUIPMENT: JD 2130 Tractor DSL, cab, jobber 3-PTH w/JD 146 loader, nice; MH 44 Gas Tractor live hyd, good rubber, good paint; MH 30 Tractor PTO, belt pulley, good paint; 2 JD 212 Riding Lawn mowers one hyd, one electric lift w/rotor tillers; JD LLA 115 42-in Riding Lawn Mower; Flamans 16-ft Car trailer new deck, winch, ramps; Yardsman Tiller; Southland walk behind tiller; Assortment of sheets of tin, scaffolding, etc. ANTIQUES: 25 coal oil lamps; 15 bells; Wrenches; Hand plains; Coal shovel; Cans, bottles; Axes; Hay knives; Miniature sleigh & box; Foot warmer; Wool carter; Beer bottles; Washboards; Milk bottles; Beer steins; Lanterns; Trunks; S & P; Arrowheads; Crocks, etc. GUNS: Single shot, shot gun; 22 cal.; 303 rifle. Plus shop, misc household. NOTE: Roland & Marlene sold the acreage & are moving to Yorkton. This is a clean up sale. Visit www.ukrainetzauction.com for complete pictures & listing. Sale conducted by Ukrainetz Auction Theodore SK. (306)647-2661. License #915851.

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AUTO & TRANSPORT AUTO & TRANSPORT Trucks 05 F250 6-LITRE DSL, super cab 4x4, long box, 2 sets of tires plus wheels, lots of maintenance work done, 1 owner, safetied, good condition, $10,500 OBO. (204)685-2095.

06 GMC DURAMAX DSL 4x4, extended cab, runs very nice, 310,000-km, good rubber, $9,500 w/new safety. (204)871-0925

AUTO & TRANSPORT Semi Trucks & Trailers Aluminium Trailer

1990 Wilson flat deck 45-ft trailer has currrent safety (204)248-2110 ndusedoil@xplornet.ca DOWNSIZING FARMING: 2006 CASTLETON Super B, new tarps, new brakes & drums, good rubber, safetied, $45,000 OBO; 2009 Castleton Super B, good condition, good rubber, safetied, $45,000 OBO. (204)734-8355.

BEEKEEPING BEEKEEPING Bee Equipment HONEY BEES (204)434-6918.

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LIQUIDATION AUCTION GRAND FORKS BEAN COMPANY THURSDAY, JUNE 4, 2015 - 11:00 AM

LOCATION: 2120 NORTH WASHINGTON ST., GRAND FORKS, NORTH DAKOTA USA

MACK AUCTION CO. PRESENTS a farm & livestock equipment auction for Murray & Salena McGillivray (306)869-2933 or (306)815-7715 Thur., June 11th, 2015 10:00am. Directions from Radville, SK go 4-mi South of Radville on Hwy 28, turn West on Grid Road 705 follow two speed curves to Range Road 191 & 2-mi South. Watch for signs!

Live internet bidding www.bidspotter.com JD 7320 FWA tractor w/JD 741 FEL w/7,050-hrs & 3-PTH; Vers 256 Bidirectional tractor 1,960-hours showing 3-PTH & PTO consigned by (Roland Carles 306-869-2950); 2012 NH H7450 14-ft. disc bine w/rubber conditioners; Prairie Star 4900 swather & Macdon 972 30-ft. draper header w/1,870-hrs consigned by (Dan Vandenhurk 306-634-4446), Macdon 920 16-ft. hay header call (Dan 306-634-4446); Macdon 5020 16-ft. haybine w/no crimpers, Hesston S431 manure spreader w/poly floor; JD quick attach FEL bale speer; Vers 20-ft. PT swather; Vers 20-ft. PT swather; Vers 2400 bidirectional swather header (Roland Carles 306-869-2950); Vers 2800 bidirectional swather header w/PU reel (Roland Carles 306-869-2950); Robin PTO roller mill trailer mounted (Roland Carles 306-869-2950); 300-bu creep feeder; Morand maternity pen; portable round bale feeders; portable calf shelters; steel feed troughs; round bale feeders; buggy pole; bob sleigh; eveners & yokes, 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 4WD quad cab truck automatic w/154,200-kms; 16ft. Gator Mfg. tandem axle flat deck trailer w/ramps; 20-ft. gooseneck stock trailer, plus much more!

Consignments Welcome! Visit www.mackauctioncompany.com for sale bill & photos. Join us on Facebook & Twitter (306)421-2928 or (306)487-7815 Mack Auction Co. PL 311962 Looking for a hand around the farm? Place a help wanted ad in the classifieds. Call 1-800-782-0794.

MACK AUCTION CO. PRESENTS an unreserved land & farm equipment auction for the estate of Gerhard Wagner, Wed., June 10th, 2015 10:00am.

Directions from Frobisher, SK: go 4-mi North & 2-mi West. Watch for signs! RM of Browning #34 SE4-4-4-W2: home quarter w/800-sq.ft. bungalow & surface rights for oil lease injection well. RM of Browning #34 NE 4-4-4-W2, both quarters will be chem fallowed or summer fallowed so new owner can decide what crop to choose. JD 5075 FWA tractor & JD 553 FEL w/only 55-hrs; JD 4020 w/cab; JD D140 garden tractor w/21-hrs; Power House 216 stand behind skid steer w/trailer, comes also w/trencher & auger attachments; PJ 7710 10-ft utility trailer w/ramp; Schulte SDX-840 3PTH snow blower, 2-360 MF 18-ft discers, 14-ft bumper pull stock trailer tandem axle; Ford F-350 1-ton dually w/flat deck; Ford F-150 pickup for parts; Antique tractors will be not running, some are complete & some are for parts; Allis Chalmers w/row crop & sickle mower; JD B row crop; Oliver 77; JD A; JD D; Case C; JD A; Massey Harris in middle of restoration & more once sheds have being emptied. 3, 2,000-bu Westeel Rosco bins on wood floors; 2,700-bu Westeel Rosco bin on wood floor; 1,650bu Westeel on wood floor, 18-ftx30-ft garage on skids lined & insulated ready to move; Comet squeeze livestock chute; slip tank; antique JD ploughs & mowers; Shopmaster tool chest; Strong Arm engine shop hoist; Coleman 5-HP Powermate upright air compressor; Champion 3000 generator; steel bolt bin; construction heaters; many shop & hand tools; tractor magnetos; antique kitchen cupboards; JD toy collection; many JD collectables, plus possible many barn finds! Visit www.mackauctioncompany.com for sale bill and photos. Join us on Facebook & Twitter (306)421-2928 or (306)487-7815 Mack Auction Co. PL 311962

DRY BEAN FACILITY WILL BE OFFERED AS A WHOLE, THEN BY SEPARATE LOTS AND WILL SELL BY THE METHOD PRODUCING THE HIGHEST RESULT FOR OUR SELLER(S)......PROPERTY INCLUDES: 1) Main warehouse, scale house & offices 2) Brock 60000 BU 54’ diameter steel bin with air floor 3) Numerous vertical legs and cross conveyors 4) S&M dust collection system 5) Crippen Gravity Mills 6) Older Oliver mills 7) Sewing & bagging line 8) Choice commercial property w/ private rail spur on HWY 81 North

GRAND FORKS BEAN CO./ TODD McGURK ESTATE, OWNER VISIT WWW.RESOURCEAUCTION.COM FOR FULL DETAILS

ROLLING STOCK THAT WILL SELL SEPARATELY, INCLUDES BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO: * New Holland LS180 skid steer w/ bucket, only 1436 hrs * Mitsubishi FGC25N LP fork lift, 4263 hrs * Westeel hopper bin on steel skid * Speed King 10x70 belt conveyor, elec drive, hyd lift * Tri-Steel 10x40 belt conveyor, elec drive * Skid steer forks * Forklift slip sheet attachment * 1973 Chev C-60 truck w/ box & hoist * Tri-Steel low profile conveyor * Mayo portable conveyor * Motomco 919 digital moisture tester * Seedburo 8800A sample scale * Plus a full selection of bean plant/ elevator items & accessories * Small amount of misc hand tools * Misc office furniture & supplies

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Website: www.resourceauction.com | Email: info@resourceauction.com TERMS: Cash, good check or wire transfer in US funds. All sales final. Statements made auction day take precedence over all advertising. Document fee on vehicle titles will apply & vehicle titles will be mailed to buyers.

Canadian buyers are always welcome, please furnish a letter of credit for registration. Some units require payment by wire transfer. Most units move easily across the border, feel free to ask in advance for document assistance if necessary.

Canadian buyers are always welcome, please furnish a letter of credit for registration. Larger purchases will require payment by wire. Most units move easily across the border, feel free to ask in advance for document assistance if necessary. Some major units will require payment by wire transfer, please contact our office with questions.

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1996 36-FT. BOURGAULT air seeder w/8800 cultivator w/2155 tank, VGC, $25,000 OBO. (204)745-7445.

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2008 CASE IH ATX 400 45-ft. air drill, double fan, variable rate, double chute, 4-in. packers, ADX 3430 tank; Phone:(204)799-7417 or (204)612-1734.

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TILLAGE & SEEDING Seeding Various 2, 42-FT. CASE IH 7200 hoe drills, $3,000 each OBO; Case IH 36-ft. 6200 disc drill, $700 OBO. (204)745-7445.

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FOR SALE: 2011 Massey (Hesston) discbine model 1375. All new turtles & knives, asking $23,500 OBO. Phone (204)745-8875, St Claude, MB. Advertise your unwanted equipment in the Classifieds.

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Check out A & I online parts store www.pennosmachining.com

FARM CHEMICAL SEED COMPLAINTS We also specialize in: Crop Insurance appeals; Chemical drift; Residual herbicide; Custom operator issues; Equipment malfunction; Yield comparisons, Plus Private Investigations of any nature. With our assistance the majority of our clients have received compensation previously denied. Back-Track Investigations investigates, documents your loss and assists in settling your claim.

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MANURE HAULING & SPREADING. Phone Rene (204)526-0932

FARM MACHINERY FARM MACHINERY Fertilizer Equipment FERTILIZER TANKS 12,500 & 15,000-gal capacity w/2 & 3-in. valves, VGC. Phone (204)746-8851, Morris, MB. USED DRY FERTILIZER SPREADERS 4-8 ton, Large Selection. Willmar Moblility Simonsen Tyler. www.zettlerfarmequipment.com (204)857-8403 Portage la Prairie, MB

FARM MACHINERY Grain Bins CUSTOM BIN MOVING Book now! Fert Tanks.

Hopper Bins/flat. Buy/Sell. Call Tim (204)362-7103 or E-mail Requests binmover50@gmail.com WESTEEL GRAIN BIN EXTENSIONS, 19-ft bin & 14-ft bin, roof panels $35 each, roof panels, $25 each. Steel & plastic culverts. Coloard, Metal, Roofing & siding. Galvanized flat sheets, 4x8, 4x10.

Galvanized stock troughs. Phone:(204)257-3634.

FARM MACHINERY Grain Dryers WESTERN GRAIN DRYER, manufactures advanced screenless grain dryers, integrated w/PLC, HMI technology for automatic moisture & drying system controls. Update for Vertec, Ibec & other screenless dryers such as enclosed roof, drying tiers, & burners etc. are available. 1-888-288-6857. www.westerngraindryer.com

FARM MACHINERY Grain Elevators 80-FT. BUCKET ELEVATING LEG w/3 phase 10-HP electric motor. Phone (204)886-3304.

FARM MACHINERY Grain Vacuums CURT’S GRAIN VAC SERVICES, parts & repair for all makes & models. Craik SK, (306)734-2228.

FARM MACHINERY Parts & Accessories GOODS USED TRACTOR PARTS: (204)564-2528 or 1-877-564-8734, Roblin, MB. MURPHY SALVAGE New & used parts for tractors, combines, swathers, square & round balers, tillage, press drills & other misc machinery. MURPHY SALVAGE (204)858-2727 or toll free 1-877-858-2728.

STEINBACH, MB. Ph. 326-2443 Toll-Free 1-800-881-7727 Fax (204) 326-5878 Web site: farmparts.ca E-mail: roy@farmparts.ca FARM MACHINERY Machinery Miscellaneous 51-FT FLEXI-COIL 800 CULTIVATOR w/350 trip shank & new shovels. Also, Degelman stone picker.

Phone:(204)779-5099 or (204)774-1350.

7700 FORD TRACTOR 86-HP, 3-PH, $12,000; NH 851 baler, $1200; Vicon baler, $1500; 21-ft deep tiller cultivator, $1200; 10-ft JD rake, $500. (204)322-5614 8.5-FT. ROME TANDEM BREAKING disc, no transport, good condition, asking $2,100; Leon rotary rock picker ground drive w/clutch, asking $2,600; 38-ft. Fruehauf flat bed trailer, safetied, asking $3,000; AC 35-ft. field cultivator w/anhydrous kit, asking $850. Phone (204)728-1861 894 ALLIED LOADER, NON-SELF levelling w/8-ft bucket, excellent shape, w/Ford mountings, $3000 OBO. (204)373-2730 FOR SALE: MACDON 5020 mower conditioner; IHC 14-ft cultivator w/harrows; Cockshut 10-ft deep tiller; 15-ft Versatile swather. Phone (204)526-2169.

GRAIN SCREENERS HUTCHISON & DMC screeners, $1,500 Up; Kwik Kleen 5 tube, $5,000; 7 tube, $6,500 Up; Scrapers fieldmaster 4-yd, $3,900; Ashland 4.5-yd, $4,500; Eversman 6-yd, $6,000; Degelman 570 rock picker ground drive, $2,500 Up; Fork type, $3,500; Single axle dolly, $2,000; 15000Watt generator PTO, $1,800; Glencoe 10-ft.

3PH cultivator, $750; AC 15 shank, $850; Rowcrop cultivators 4-12R, $600 Up; Lilliston 6-12R. (204)857-8403 JD HOE DRILL 9450 30-ft.; PTO 3000 Westward swather 25-ft.; 1680 Case IH Combine; 1256 IH tractor; For Sale. Will accept any reasonable offer.

(204)967-2277.

MOWERS WOODS 7-FT. ROTARY PT, $3,000; JD 1508, $6,000; JD 1518, $7,000; JD 2018, $11,000; Buschwhacker 20-ft., $12,000; NH 9-ft. sickle mower, $2,200; IH 9-ft., $1,500; IH 7-ft., $850; Bushog 9-ft. 3-PH disc mower, $2,000; Plows Melroe auto reset 7-18, $2,000; 8-18, $3,000; White 5-16 3-PH rollover, $3,500; JD 4-16 3PH, $1,000; JD 3-16 3-PH, $850; Danhauser post auger 3-PH, $650; HD, $1,200; Lowe hyd post auger, $2,250; JD V Ditcher, $1,500. (204)857-8403 NEW GRAVITY WAGONS 400-BU, $7400; 600-bu, $12,500; 750-bu, $18,250; Large selection of used Gravity wagons 200-750 bu. Used Grain carts 450-1,050 bu., tarps avail; Valmar 1620, $2,500; 1655, $3,000; 3255, $3,500; Grainvacs Brandt 4000, $8,000; REM 2500 HD, $9,500; Big Mac Rock Picker, $4,000; Sunflower Rock Cushion Disc 30-ft., $20,000. www.zettlerfarmequipement.com Phone (204)857-8403 PLANTERS JD 7000 8RN, $7,000; 8RW w/fert, $6,500; Valmar applicators 3255, $3,500; 1655, $3,000; 1620, $2,500; JD 6T Lime spreader, $7,500; DMI rippers 5 shank, $8,900; 7 shank, $10,900; Phoenix harrows 33-42-53 ft; Vermeer twin rake hyd, $7,500; NH 216 hyd rake, $8,500; Hay conditioners $300 Up; Gehl 2270 14-ft. haybine $3,900; JD 785 spreader hydrapush, $11,000; Gehl 1410 same as 195 NH, $8,000; H&S 400-bu., $2,500. (204)857-8403.

Combines COMBINES John Deere 1985 JD 8820 TITAN II DS cyl, air foil chaffer, Sunnybrook cyl, concave, new feeder chain. Phone Henry (204)372-6826 JD 9600 RICE TIRES, chaff spreader, hopper extension, 914 PU, 3200 Hrs. $39,900; JD CTS 30.5-32 tires, 914 PU, 2,700-hrs. $39,900. Reimer Farm Equipment, Hwy#12 N, Steinbach, MB. www.reimerfarmequipment.com Gary Reimer: (204)326-7000.

COMBINES Accessories CASE IH MACDON DRAPER header model #2062, 30-ft. w/gauge wheels, $40,000. (204)871-0925.

FLEX PLATFORMS- All Makes, Models, Sizes. In Stock: JD 630, 635, 922, 925, 930 avail. CIH 1020: 20-ft., 25-ft., 30-ft.; 2020: 30-ft., 35-ft. NH 973, 30-ft.

74C, 30-ft., 35-ft. AGCO, MF, CAT also avail. Corn Heads- JD 893, 843, CIH 1083 avail. Chopping Heads for All Makes. Reimer Farm Equipment, Hwy#12 N, Steinbach, MB. www.reimerfarmequipment.com Gary Reimer: (204)326-7000.

JD 920-925-930 FLEX PLATFORMS, reconditioned, $13,900; JD 925-930 Flex, Air Reel, reconditioned $17,900; JD 630-635 Hydra Flex, reconditioned $17,900; 2011 JD 635 Hydra Flex, 35-ft., New Crary Air Reel, $41,900. Reimer Farm Equipment, Hwy#12 N, Steinbach, MB. www.reimerfarmequipment.com Gary Reimer:(204)326-7000.

NH 94C DRAPER, 25-FT, PU Reel, Trailer, real nice, $11,500; NH 88C Flex Draper, 42-ft, reconditioned, $39,900; CIH 1020 Flex, 25-ft or 30-ft, reconditioned, mint $13,900; CIH 1020 Flex, 30-ft, Air Reel, $17,900; CIH 2020 Flex, 30-ft, reconditioned $16,900; CIH 2020 Flex, 30-ft, reconditioned, Air Reel, $24,900; CIH 2020 Flex, 35-ft, reconditioned $21,900; CIH 2020 Flex, 35-ft, Air Reel, reconditioned $24,900. Reimer Farm Equipment, Hwy#12 N, Steinbach, MB. www.reimerfarmequipment.com Gary Reimer:(204)326-7000.

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TILLAGE & SEEDING Air Drills

FOR SALE: JD 567 round baler, 2004, 1 owner, megawide PU, kicker, shedded, excellent condition, asking $18,000 OBO. Call (204)535-2593, Baldur.

DOWNSIZING FARMING: FLEXICOIL MODEL 6000 40-ft., Barton openers, new discs, 3450 air tank, excellent condition, $60,000 OBO. (204)734-8355

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Saturday, June 13th 10:00 am Tack and Horse Sale

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LIVESTOCK Cattle – Angus

WESTERN DRILL FILL (Electric Overhydraulic); Galvanized grain-fertilizer tank (Diamond shape w/lid); 24-ft CIL Duplex discer in VGC, SA & FA; 18ft CIL discer SA & FA w/extensions (nice shape) Contact (204)745-7740

HAMCO CATTLE CO. HAS for sale Reg Red & Black Angus yearling bulls & 2-yr olds. Good selection. Semen tested, performance data & EPD’s available. Top genetics, Free Delivery. Contact Glen, Albert, Larissa Hamilton (204)827-2358 or David Hamilton (204)325-3635.

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RED & BLACK 2-YR old & yearling Angus bulls for sale; we have 10 bulls @ the Douglas Bull Test station; visit our website: ridgesideredangus.com Call Don:(204)422-5216. Thank you, have a great day!

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TracTors TRACTORS Allis/Deutz FOR SALE: ALLIS 7000 Serial No. 8138, overhauled motor, 2 new back tires, 200-hrs since overhauled. Phone (204)744-2415.

TRACTORS Case/IH 95’ CASE 5220, ALO ldr, & bckt, MFWD, 2700-hrs, VGC, $37,500 OBO.(204)427-3311, Woodmore MB.

TRACTORS John Deere 1986 JD 2550, 65HP, MFD, w/loader, 3pt, 9,500-hrs, $13,000; 01 JD 6410, Q970 loader, 24spd, $39,500. JD 3020, 46A loader, $6,500. Also dairy cows. Can email pictures or text. No Sunday sales. Ph:(204)494-9412.

2130 JD TRACTOR. 8,500-HRS, 595 self-levelling Allied loader w/large bucket & forks. Excellent condition, no 3PTH, $13,000 OBO. Phone Stewart, RM of St Laurent:(204)646-2338.

JD 1830, 3 PT., JD 48 Loader, $8,900; JD 3130 cab, 3 pt., Allied loader, $14,500. Reimer Farm Equipment, Hwy#12 N, Steinbach, MB. www.reimerfarmequipment.com Gary Reimer: (204)326-7000.

If you want to sell it fast, call 1-800-782-0794.

TRACTORS Steiger 1985 STEIGER COUGAR CR1225 18.4x38 duals, 1000 RPM, PTO, 8,000-hrs. Phone Henry (204)372-6826

TRACTORS Versatile 1978 835 VERS 6,500-HRS, $18,000 OBO. Phone (204)526-0932

TRACTORS 2-Wheel Drive STEVE’S TRACTOR REBUILDER specializing in JD tractors in need of repair or burnt, or will buy for parts. JD parts available. Phone: 204-466-2927 or cell: 204-871-5170, Austin.

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RED & BLACK YEARLING & 2 yr old Angus bulls for sale, will semen test, delivery avail. Call Wayne (204)383-5802 or (204)383-0100

LIVESTOCK Cattle – Black Angus BLACKHAWK ANGUS HAS YEARLING & 2-yr old bulls for sale. Hand fed & quiet... no creep feed.

Calving ease & good maternal traits. Call Kevin (204)529-2605 or call/text (204)245-1110.

CRANBERRY CREEK ANGUS REGISTERED bulls for sale. Sired by Windy 702, Remitall Rachis, Vermilion Yellowstone, Game Day, Cranberry CRK Pioneer, HF Kodiak. Bulls are easy going with great dispositions. Hand fed for longevity. Semen tested, guaranteed & delivered. Will hold until the end of April. All weights & EPD’s available. Call (204)534-2380, or cranberrycreek27@gmail.com for more info, David & Jeanette Neufeld, Boissevain FOR SALE: 3 REG Black Angus bulls, born Apr & May 2013, birthweights 80-83 lbs, quiet, semen tested. (204)428-3961 N7 STOCK FARM HAVE 30 top quality yearling Black Angus Bulls for sale by private treaty. Sired by some of the breed’s leading AI sires, bulls are developed on a homemade oat ration & free choice hay. Performance records available, will be semen tested, delivery available. Contact Gerald & Wendy Nykoliation: (204)562-3530 or Allan’s cell (204)748-5128.

LIVESTOCK Cattle – Red Angus WILKINRIDGE STOCK FARM WOULD like to thank all those who participated in our bull sale. We still have a number of yearling Red Angus bulls who are still at the farm. Contact Sid Wilkinson (204)373-2631.

LIVESTOCK Cattle – Charolais 2 YEAR OLD SPECIALIST & Date Line bulls, yearling bulls by Silver Bullet & Specialist. Martens Charolais:(204)534-8370.

CHAROLAIS BULLS W/PAPERS, bloodlines. Call or text (204)381-1240.

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CLINE CATTLE COMPANY HAS for sale PB Char yearling & 2 yr old bulls, White & Red factor. Call Brad (204)523-0062 www.clinecattlecompany.ca FOR SALE: YEARLING PUREBRED Charolais bulls, most are polled, some Red factored, some good for heifers, will be semen tested in spring, guaranteed & delivered. R & G McDonald Livestock, Sidney MB (204)466-2883, (204)724-2811.

THREE 2-YR OLD PUREBRED Registered Charolais bulls, Very good dispositions, will be easy calving, born in April & May, will be semen tested & guaranteed. Also 2-yearlings (Bluegrass grandsons). Phone:(204)748-1024, Virden, KEH Charolais, Keith Hagan.

WE HAVE AN EXCELLENT selection of PB Charolais bulls, both Red & white yearling & 2-yr olds.

Pictures & info on the net www.defoortstockfarm.com. Call Gord or Sue:(204)743-2109.

YEARLING CHAROLAIS BULLS FOR sale. Good genetics and ready to go to work for you. (204)427-2589

LIVESTOCK Cattle – Hereford FOR SALE: REGISTERED HORNED Hereford bulls, 2-yr olds & yearlings. Semen tested & delivered. For more info, call Morley Wilson: (204)246-2142.

POLLED HEREFORD BULLS 20-30 months, quiet, broke to tie, guaranteed delivery avail, naturally developed on forage based feeding program. Catt Brothers:(204)723-2831. Austin, MB.

SPRAYING EQUIPMENT Sprayers BRANDT QUICK FOLD 96-FT. sprayer 830-gal tank. Phone (204)799-8130 or (204)837-9750.

May 19th & 26th

BATTLE LAKE FARM has yearling & 2-yr old Angus bulls for sale. Semen tested & EPD’s available.

(204)834-2202.

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45-FT FLEXI-COIL AIRDRILL, 500-LB trip, 7-in spacing, 3-in packers, liquid kit, 2320 pull-between airtank. Phone (204)648-4935 or (204)638-7561.

HEAT & AIR CONDITIONING

HEADER TRAILERS & ACCESSORIES. Arc-Fab Industries. 204-355-9595 charles@arcfab.ca www.arcfab.ca

REGULAR CATTLE SALES

Harold Unrau (Manager) Cell 871 0250 Auction Mart (204) 434-6519

2003 30-FT. SEEDHAWK air seeder & 6130 Morris air cart, engine driven, fan, dual chute, 130-bu capacity, excellent condition. Phone (204)526-0932.

21-FT. CCIL (204)745-7445.

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For on farm appraisal of livestock or for marketing information please call

TILLAGE & SEEDING Tillage Various HAYING & HARVESTING Mower Conditioner

Hwy #205, Grunthal • (204) 434-6519

www.penta.ca

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IRON & STEEL FREE STANDING CORRAL PANELS, Feeders & Alley ways, 30ft or order to size. Oil Field Pipe: 1.3, 1.6, 1.9, 1 7/8, 2-in, 2 3/8, 2 7/8, 3 1/2. Sucker Rod: 3/4, 7/8, 1. Casing Pipes: 4-9inch. Sold by the piece or semi load lots. For special pricing call Art (204)685-2628 or cell (204)856-3440.

YEARLING HORNED HEREFORD BULLS for sale. Performance tested, with EPD’s available.

Fertility tested, guaranteed & delivered. Call Wendel Reimer at Bar None Cattle at St. Claude: (204)379-2773.

LIVESTOCK Cattle – Limousin 20 YEARLING LIMOUSIN BULLS, Reds, Blacks, Polled, Semen tested & delivery available. Contact Diamond T Limousin, Kenton MB. Ph (204)851-0809 or (204)838-2019

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LIVESTOCK Cattle – Shorthorn HATFIELD SHORTHORNS has a good selection of shorthorn bulls for sale. Red, roan or white. Easy keeping & quiet.

Call Monty Thomson (204)870-0089 for more information.

IF YOU ARE LOOKING to buy or sell Shorthorn bulls or females, contact one of the MB Shorthorn Association fieldmen and they can help you out.

Call Monty Thomson at (204)870-0089, or Tom Walls at (204)895-8191. Website: www.manitobashorthorns.com YEARLING & 2 YR old Shorthorn bulls, Roan & Red. Orville Renwick (204)522-8686, Melita.

LIVESTOCK Cattle – Simmental FOR SALE: 2 HIGHLY proven young Red Homo Polled Rendezvous herdsires. Also offering 1, 2 yr old Fullblood bull. Ready for heavy service & semen tested. Direct all inquiries to David Maguet (204)447-7573, Ste Rose.

FOR SALE: PB YEARLING & 2 yr old Red & Black Simm Bulls. Bulls are developed on a Rolled ration from Masterfeeds Designed to properly develop testicular growth & muscle mass. These bulls will be semen tested & delivery is avail. Call Allan at Lawnview Simms (204)764-0399.

SIMMENTAL BULLS FOR SALE. Yearling Black & Red Bulls, moderate birth weights, semen tested.

Call Cal (204)847-2055. Pizzey Simmentals, Foxwarren MB.

LIVESTOCK Cattle Various SELLING 40 YEARLING SIMM Angus X heifers, will pasture & breed to your calving needs, preg checked by Oct 1st. Call for details (204)345-8492, Lac du Bonnet.

LIVESTOCK Horses – Percheron WINDERMERE KING KONG, SON, Percheron stud service avail. Joseph Weber Box 390 Gladstone, MB 1.5-mi N, Hwy 16, 2-mi East of Hwy #260.

LIVESTOCK Swine For Sale BUTCHER HOGS, 320-LBS AVERAGE, raised in outdoor environment, $1.00/lb live weight. Call (204)745-8421, or (204)435-2799, No Sunday calls please.

LIVESTOCK Swine Wanted

WANTED: BUTCHER HOGS SOWS AND BOARS FOR EXPORT

P. QUINTAINE & SON LTD. 728-7549 Licence No. 1123 LIVESTOCK EQUIPMENT 30-FT STEEL CYPRUS RIVER self-feeder; 1 walkin cattle testing chute. Phone (204)436-2571 or cell (204)857-2561 ALTERNATIVE POWER BY SUNDOG SOLAR, portable/remote solar water pumping for winter/summer. Call for pricing on solar systems, wind generators, aeration. Carl Driedger, (204)556-2346 or (204)851-0145, Virden.

KELLN SOLAR SUMMER/WINTER WATERING System, provides water in remote areas, improves water quality, increases pasture productivity, extends dugout life.

St. Claude/Portage, 204-379-2763.

LIVESTOCK SERVICES & VET SUPPLIES CORRAL CLEANER WITH 3-YARD loader & 3 vertical spreaders, taking new customers. Call (204)730-3139 or (204)721-2629.

The following dealer and agent have applied for a licence under the Livestock Dealers and Agents Licencing regulation, which comes under the Livestock and Livestock Products Act. (C.C.S.M. c. L170)

LIVESTOCK DEALER LICENCE Bradley James Pierce Martin Martin Livestock Limited Elkhorn, MB R0M 0N0

ORGANIC ORGANIC Organic – Certified WANT THE ORGANIC ADVANTAGE? Contact an organic Agrologist at Pro-Cert for information on organic farming: prospects, transition, barriers, benefits, certification & marketing. Call:(306)382-1299, Saskatoon, SK or at info@pro-cert.org

PERSONAL SHARE YOUR LIFE, as it’s meant to be... A lasting Relationship. CANDLELIGHT MATCHMAKERS is here to help you. Confidential, Rural, Photos and Profiles to selected matches, Affordable, Local.

Serving MB, SK, NW-Ontario. Call/Write for info: Box 212, Roland, MB, R0G 1T0, (204)343-2475. www.candlelightmatchmakers.ca

Border Collie Pups PB Non-Registered Out of Good Working Parents. Pups Guaranteed Over 20 years breeding. $400 (1st shots inc) www.riverhillsranchltd.com (204)365-0372

REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE Houses & Lots

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REAL ESTATE NOTRELand DAME USED OIL For Rent

& FILTER DEPOT

PASTURE FOR RENT: Has dugouts & corrals, 640-acs area.

Call George • Buy Usedin Oil Lundar • Buy Batteries (204)736-2620.

• Collect Used Filters • Collect Oil Containers REAL ESTATE Southern and Western Manitoba Land For Sale Tel: 204-248-2110

1/2 SECTION OF FARMLAND & pasture in Hartney area for sale. S1/2 21-5-23W1 in RM of Cameron. 312.79-ac w/185 arable acres of Heaslip clay loam. All fenced & cross fenced. Being offered for sale this spring. Contact Gary:(204)483-2404.

8 QUARTERS MOOSOMIN SK area, house, grain storage, cattle shelters, soil type GNH, average assessment $61,865 per quarter, consider 5 quarter 3 quarter split. (306)739-2640 EDWARD & ANGELA JARVIE of Kinosota, MB intend to sell private lands: SW 33-22-11W; NW 28-22-11W; NW 35-22-12W to JASON & CARLA BORNE who intend to acquire the following agricultural Crown land leases: SW 17-22-11W; NE 30-22-11W; SE 32-22-11W; SW 32-22-11W; NE 33-22-12W; NE 34-22-12W; NW 34-22-12W; SE 34-22-12W; SW 34-22-12W; NW 02-23-12W; SE 02-23-12W; SW 02-23-12W; NE 03-23-12W; NW 03-23-12W; SE 03-23-12W; SW 03-23-12W; SE 10-23-12W by Unit Transfer. If you wish to comment on or object to the eligibility of this purchaser please write to: Director, MAFRD, Agricultural Crown Lands, PO Box 1286, Minnedosa MB R0J 1E0; or Fax (204)867-6578.

The following Private Land is being offered for sale: N1/2 05-26-12W, E1/2 06-26-12W, SE 07-26-12W, S1/2 08-26-12W, NW 01-26-13W, NW 02-26-13W. The following Crown lands have been approved by Manitoba Agriculture, Food & Rural Development for transfer to the purchaser of the private lands listed as these lands are part of the ranch unit held by Ken Gushulak of Ste Rose du Lac MB. NW 06-26-12W, SW07-26-12W, SW 01-26-13W, NE 02-26-13W, SW02-26-13W, SE03-26-13W, Sec 11-26-13W. If you wish to purchase the private land and apply for the Unit Transfer contact the Lessee Ken Gushulak at Box 146, Ste. Rose du Lac, MB R0L 1S0. If you wish to comment on or object to the eligibility of this Unit Transfer write the Director, MAFRD, Agricultural Crown Lands, PO Box 1286, Minnedosa MB R0J 1E0; or Fax 204-867-6578.

TOM ANDERSON OF ALONSA, MB intends to sell private lands: SE 33-22-11W, NE 32-22-11W, NE 21-22-11W, NW 34-22-11 W to David & Robin Borne, who intend to acquire the following agricultural Crown land leases: NE 31-22-11W, NW 31-22-11W, NW 32-22-11W, NW 35-22-11W, SW 05-23-11W, SE 06-23-11W, SW 06-23-11W, NE 28-23-11W, NE 29-23-11W, NW 29-23-11W, SE 29-23-11W, NE 35-22-12W, SE 35-22-12W, SW 35-22-12W, NE 36-22-12W by Unit Transfer. If you wish to comment on or object to the eligibility of this purchaser, please write to: Director, MAFRD, Agricultural Crown Lands, PO Box 1286, Minnedosa MB R0J 1E0; or Fax 204-867-6578.

REAL ESTATE Mobile Homes 1972 DETROITER MOBILE HOME 12x60 w/2 yr old fridge, 3 yr old propane stove, washer & dryer.

Phone Henry (204)372-6826

REAL ESTATE Farms & Ranches – Acreages/Hobby MB Farm Real Estate is my specialty & I can help you complete a successful transaction. I will help you avoid the pitfalls & get fair value. Call for a consultation.

Grant Tweed Ph. 204-761-6884 grant@granttweed.com

REAL ESTATE Farms & Ranches – Manitoba FARMLAND FOR SALE. 1) For Sale or Rent One section of pasture land SE of Gladstone fenced, dugouts 100-110. 2) 1998 mobile 16x80-ft w/4 season addition to be moved. 3) 2+bdrm bungalow on 4.17-acre yardsite near Plumas, Newer windows CA C-vac, heated workshop, Quonset, granaries.

Call Liz Sumner Gill & Schmall Agencies (204)476-6362.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES RECREATIONAL VEHICLES All Terrain Vehicles BRAND NEW ATVS, DIRTBIKES & Dune Buggies.

Best prices in Manitoba! 110cc ATV $839, 125cc dirt bike $899; 125cc dune buggy $1,699; Full Warranty, Brandon, MB will add. Phone:(204)724-4372. www.canadattatv.com

BUYING:

HEATED CANOLA & FLAX

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READY TO MOVE HOMES: For Sale - 1,320-sq.ft 3 bedroom home, completely finished except flooring. SPRING SPECIAL. Call:(204)326-1493 or (204)355-8484. Marvin Vogt, Marvin Homes Inc. www.marvinhomes.ca

1604 sq. ft. 2 storey $319,900 in Niverville, 20 min. south of Wpg. 3+1 BR. 3.5 bath.

Modern open concept main floor w. espresso finished hardwoods. Gas fireplace. Island & high end stainless steel appliances, under cab. lighting.

Huge master w. tray ceiling, WIC + bath. 2nd flr. Laundry w. front load appl. Fin. bsmt. 12x20 deck, dble detached garage. Must see!

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Toll Free: 888-974-7246 SEED/FEED/GRAIN Hay & Straw LARGE ROUND BALES OF wheat & oat straw; Large round bales of hay. (204)325-2416.

SMALL SQUARE HAY BALES, 1st cut Alfalfa $3.50, 2,000 avail. No Sunday Calls Please.

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37 4th Ave. NE Carman, MB R0G 0J0 Ph. (204) 745-6444 Email: vscltd@mts.net A Season to Grow… Only Days to Pay!

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CERTIFIED SEED TENDERS

CERTIFIED SEED Cereal Seeds LESS FUSARIUM MORE BOTTOM LINE. GP Wheat WFT603 seed available. Suitable for ethanol production, livestock feed. Western Feed Grain Development Co-op Ltd. 1-877-250-1552 www.wfgd.ca AGASSIZ SEED FARM LTD: Quality, certified Ct. Brandon & Cardale wheat. (clipped & polished) Ct. Souris & Camben (new) oats. Dekalb & NorthStar Genetics soybeans. Trust our Experience. Celebrating our 19th year of soybeans! Earl & Murray Froebe, Jeanie van Workum (sales), (204)745-6655, Homewood.

CERTIFIED AAC BRANDON & Carberry Wheat, Meredith Barley. Call (204)745-3301. Elias Seeds.

Carman, Miami, MB. CERTIFIED CARBERRY WHEAT. CERTIFIED Summit Oats. Certified Tradition Barley. Ph: (204) 385-2486. Cell: (204) 212-0531 Wilmot Milne, Gladstone.

CERT PASTURE SPRING WHEAT high yielding w/good quality. Great replacement for winter wheat acs not seeded. Call Jefferies Seeds Ltd Glenboro (204)827-2102.

DURAND SEEDS: CERT AAC Brandon, Cardale & Carberry Wheat; Souris & Stride Oats; CDC Bethune Flax; Mancan Buckwheat avail w/contracts; Forage & Canola Seed.

(204)248-2268, (204)745-7577, NotreDame, MB. JAMES FARMS LTD Brandon, Cardale & Carberry wheat, summit oats, Mcleod & Chadburn R2 soybeans, tradition barley & forage seeds. Various canola & sunflower seed varieties. Custom processing, seed treating, inoculating, as well as delivery are available. Early payment discount. For info call (204)222-8785, or toll-free 1-866-283-8785, Winnipeg. djames@jamesfarms.com PUGH SEEDS: CERT CARDALE WHEAT, Souris oats, Conlon barley, Registered & Certified Sorrel flax. Phone:(204)274-2179 or Cell:(204)871-1467, Portage,MB. SANDERS SEED FARM: Certified AAC Brandon, Carberry, Domain, Glenn wheat; celebration barley & Cangerra canola varieties. (204)242-4200. Manitou, MB.

WE BUY OATS Call us today for pricing Box 424, Emerson, MB R0A 0L0 204-373-2328 AG

DEALS MALT BARLEY TO GO!

*6-Row* MALT BARLEY

Celebration & Tradition *2-Row* AC Metcalfe &BARLEY CDC feed Copeland We buy feed barley, wheat, MALT MALT BARLEY oats, soybeans, corn & canola We buy feed*2-Row* barley, feed wheat, *6-Row* oats, soybeans, cornCopeland & canola AC Metcalfe & CDC & Tradition COMECelebration SEE US AT AG DAYS IN We buy feed barley, feed wheat, THE CONVENTION HALL SEE barley, US AT AG DAYS IN WeCOME buy feed feed wheat, oats, soybeans, corn & canola CONVENTION HALL BOOTH 1309& oats,THE soybeans, corn canola BOOTH 1309 COME SEE US AT AG DAYS IN COME SEE US AT AG HALL DAYS IN THE CONVENTION THE CONVENTION BOOTH 1309 HALL

BOOTH 1309

2013 Malt Contracts Available 2015 AOG Malt Contracts Available Box 238 Letellier, MB. R0G 1C0 BoxPhone 238 Letellier, MB. R0G 1C0 204-737-2000 Phone 204-737-2000 2014Toll-Free AOG Malt Contracts Available 1-800-258-7434 Toll-Free 1-800-258-7434 BoxMalt 238 MB. R0G 1C0 Agent: M &Letellier, J Weber-Arcola, SK. 2013 Contracts Available Agent: M & J Weber-Arcola, SK. Phone 204-737-2000 Phone 306-455-2509 Box 238 Letellier, MB. R0G 1C0 Phone 306-455-2509 Toll-Free 1-800-258-7434 Phone 204-737-2000 Agent: M & 1-800-258-7434 J Weber-Arcola, SK. Toll-Free Agent: Phone M & J 306-455-2509 Weber-Arcola, SK. Phone 306-455-2509

MALT BARLEY

PRIME SALERS BULLS, POLLED, Red or Black, hand fed, very quiet. BW as low as 74-lbs. Ken Sweetland, Lundar: (204)762-5512. www.sweetlandsalers.com

LESS FUSARIUM MORE BOTTOM LINE. GP Wheat WFT603 seed available. Suitable for ethanol production, livestock feed. Western Feed Grain Development Co-op Ltd. 1-877-250-1552 www.wfgd.ca

*6-Row* Celebration & Tradition We buy feed barley, feed wheat, oats, soybeans, corn & canola

LIVESTOCK Cattle – Salers

SEED/FEED/GRAIN Feed Grain

6 CATS LOOKING FOR a good farm home, they are spayed & neutered, must be a home that will care for them. Phone (204)773-0107

COME SEE US AT AG DAYS IN THE CONVENTION HALL BOOTH 1309

WILKINRIDGE STOCK FARM WOULD like to thank all those who participated in our bull sale. We still have a number of Red & Black yearling MaineAnjou bulls who are still at the farm. Contact Sid Wilkinson (204)373-2631.

SEED / FEED / GRAIN

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2013 Malt Contracts Available Box 238 Letellier, MB. R0G 1C0 Phone 204-737-2000 Toll-Free 1-800-258-7434 Agent: M & J Weber-Arcola, SK. Phone 306-455-2509

LIVESTOCK Cattle – Maine-Anjou

Ultra-portable version available.

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FOR SALE: ALFALFA, TIMOTHY, Brome, Clover, hay & pasture blends, millet seed, Crown, Red Prozo, cleaned common seed oats. Leonard Friesen (204)685-2376, Austin, MB. FOR SALE: ATTENTION CATTLE PRODUCERS Millet King Seeds of Canada Inc has moved its seed operation to St Claude, MB. Cerise Red Proso Common Millet Seed. Buy now to avoid disappointment. 94%+ germination, 0% Fusarium Graminearum. Makes great cattle feed, swath grazed, dry or silage bale. Very high in protein. Energy & drought tolerant. Sold in 50-lb bags. 2000+ satisfied producers. 12th Year in Business! Millet King Seeds of Canada Inc. Reynald (204)526-2719 office, cell & text (204)794-8550. Leave messages, all calls returned. www.milletkingseeds.com reynald@milletking.com MILLET SEED FOR SALE: Crown/Red/White Proso & Golden German & Red Siberian Foxtail.

Cleaned & bagged. Harder Farm Ltd. Carman, MB. Ph:(204)745-0187.

MILLET SEED, TOP YIELDER, 65 day Foxtail Millet, commonly 8,000-10,000 lbs/acre. A High percentage Leaf Hay, ready by usually dry Aug. Haying seed 8-10 lbs/ac; totes 50 cents/lb. Info D. WHITE SEEDS phone (204)822-3649, Morden.

ORGANIC GRAIN FOR SALE. Currently available, OAC Prudence beans & Souris oats. Call (204)981-7761 for information & pricing.

TRAILERS TRAILERS Livestock Trailers 1989 REAL INDUSTRIES, 5TH Wheel trailer for semi, 41-ft ground load, centre divide tri-axle, recent rebuild & new paint, pulls 18-20 pair, $8,500 OBO. (204)427-3311, Woodmore MB. 7.5X38-FT BLUE HILLS TRAILER. Triple axle.

Phone (204)436-2571 or cell (204)857-2561

COMMON SEED COMMON SEED Forage Seeds

INVITATION TO TENDER Re: 4141 Road 27W, RM of Stanley (Title No. 1556602/4) 1,144-sq.ft., 3 bdrms, 1.5 bath, 1 3/4 storey, solid oak kitchen w/island, municipal water hookup w/approx 274.97-acs (approx 115-acs of which is cultivated) Includes over 100-acs of pasture & natural pond, 2 wood granaries, 2 metal granaries, one 24x40-ft. machine shed one 32x56-ft. machine shed, large garden shed, barn, 2 loose housings & other outbuildings.

As solicitors for the Vendor, we invite TENDERS for the purchase of the property. A cheque for $10,000 must accompany the tender as a deposit. Written tenders must be received by 2:00pm on May 29th, 2015. Deposit will be returned if tender not accepted.

Closing date for the sale shall be on Nov 1, 2015, by cash or approved loan proceeds. Any loan advances paid after closing date are subject to payment of interest at loan rate during reasonable delay for registration of security. 2015 property taxes will be adjusted between vendor & purchaser on possession date.

The highest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted.

For more info contact Jacob or Helen Fehr at (204)822-3673 Please send Tenders to: WIENS DOELL LAW OFFICE PO Box 1150 564 Mountain Ave Winkler, MB R6W 4B2 Phone (204)325-8807 Fax (204)325-8352 To the attention of Scott C. Doell

For Pricing ~ 204-325-9555

NOW BUYING Confection and Oil Sunflowers, Brown & Yellow Flax and Red & White Millet Edible Beans Licensed & Bonded Winkler, MB.

TRAILERS Trailers Miscellaneous FOR SALE: 18-FT. CARHAULER trailer, like new w/2 7,000-lb axles & ramps, has less than 5,000-km, $4,350 OBO; Gold Cart trailer w/tilt deck, new tires, $335. Phone (204)745-2784

CAREERS CAREERS Farm / Ranch REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY, OPPORTUNITY ON a Progressive Purebred Cattle operation near Estevan, Sask. Must have valid driver’s license, reliable, able to work alone and with others. Duties will include working with cattle, sorting, feeding, fencing, operating heavy equipment, haying. Contact (306)421-2470 or (306)634-8031. Send resume to: marlinleblanc@ sasktel.net Housing & wages nego-tiable

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$275,000

$270,000

$289,000

High Clearance Sprayer, 4WD, 865hrs, 275HP, Good cond., 100FT, 1200GAL SS, 2 SETS TIRES, FM1000, AUTO PILOT

2015 Versatile 450

Tractor, 4WD, 500HP, Excellent cond., STD, 800’s, 98GPM, 6 REMOTES, E-PRO STEERING

2014 New Holland T9.390 HD Tractor, 4WD, 125hrs, 390HP, 710/70R42 DUALS, PS, PTO, 57GPM, 4 REM, HID’s

2015 Rem VRX

2009 New Holland T6050

$169,000 $54,900

$75,000

2007 CIH SRX 160 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $23,500 2001 FC 67 XL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $17,000 2000 SPAIR 3200 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10,900 2013 NH SP.240F XP 1200GAL 100FT . . . $275,000 2012 NH SP.240F XP 1200GAL-100FT . . .$235,000 2006 ROGAT 1274C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $120,000

1993 MB 960 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10,000

TRACTORS

2003 NH HW300-25FT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $36,000

1997 MF 220-30FT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $22,000 2013 NH NEW H8060-36FT . . . . . . . . . . . . $136,000 2013 NH H8060-36FT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $135,000 2013 NH H8060-36FT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $135,000 2009 NH H8040-30FT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $71,900

2000 CIH MX270 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $85,000 2009 NH TV6070 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $90,000 2009 NH T6050 PLUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $65,900 1995 CIH 9350 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $65,000

MISC.

SWATHERS

Grain Vac 2011 WLNGA 6614 . . . . . . . . . . . . $21,000

2007 CIH WDX1202-36FT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $64,000 2014 MB M150-40FT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $147,500 2008 MB M150 D60 DK 35FT . . . . . . . . . . . $99,000

70FT Harrow, 10’ - 7 bar harrow sections Hydraulic Tine Adjust Hydraulic

Tractor, 4WD, 2445hrs, 125HP, 16x16 Auto Shift, 18.4R38 Rears, 14.9R28 Fronts, Fenders

Header, Excellent cond., DOUBLE KNIFE DRIVE, 6 BAT UII SPLIT REEL, DOUBLE DRIVE, HYD FORE/AFT, TRANS

2006 MB 9352I-30FT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $69,900

2015 Elmers Super 7

Grain Vac, VRX

$389,000

$179,000 $49,000 SPRAYERS

2009 New Holland 94C-40FT

2000 Case IH MX270

Tractor, 4WD, 4890hrs, 270HP, Good cond., MFWD, 710/70R42 Rears, Power Shift 4 Remotes, front weight

ATV 2009 CK 3100S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $9,250 Trailer 2005 TTECH CT3200 . . . . . . . . . . . . $25,000 Skid Steer Loader 2013 NH L230 . . . . . . . $51,900 Deep Tillage 2013 MR CONCEPT 2000-60 $75,000 Mower/Batwing 2014 SU XH1500 S3 SERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $30,964

$430,000

2013 NH H7460-16FT Rubber . . . . . . . . . . . $37,000 2008 NH 1475-18FT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $24,900 2008 NH 1475-16FT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $23,900 2005 NH 1475-18FT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25,000 1999 NH 1475-18FT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10,900

2012 New Holland SP.240F XP 2013 New Holland SP.240F XP Sprayer, 4WD, 700hrs, 275HP, Excellent cond., 1200GAL POLY TANK, 380/90R46 TIRES, 100FT/60FT 10 SECTION BOOMS

$37,000

HAYING

$235,000

2014 NH CX8090 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$389,000 2013 NH CX8080 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$296,000 2013 NH CX8080 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$296,000 2011 NH CX8080 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $179,000 2010 NH CX8080 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $185,000 2009 NH CX8080 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $189,000 2008 NH CX8080 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $179,900 2003 NH CR970 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $125,000 2001 NH TR99 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $69,000 1994 NH TX66 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20,000

2013 CIH 2152-35FT CNH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $75,000 1999 HY 994-30FT R65/R75/MF . . . . . . . . . . $9,000 2010 NH 72C-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $23,500 2009 NH 94C-40FT CR/CX . . . . . . . . . . . . . $54,900 2008 NH 76C-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $14,900 1998 NH 971-30FT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4,500 HY SP25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $9,500 2010 NH 94C-36FT CR/CX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $49,000 2010 NH 94C-36FT CR/CX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $51,000 2010 NH 94C GRAIN BELT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$56,571 2005 MB 974 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $37,500

$24,900

COMBINES

COMBINE HEADS

2013 MacDon 2152-35FT

Header, Excellent cond., 35FT, SPLIT REEL, SINGLE KNIFE DRIVE, HYD TILT, HYD FORE/AFT, AHHC, TRANSPORT

2009 New Holland TV6070

Tractor, 4WD, 2875hrs, 155HP, Good cond., 82LB LOADER, THIRD FLOOR PEDAL, WHEEL WEIGHTS, 480/85R34 R1

2014 Versatile 550DT

Tractor, 4WD, 590HP, Excellent cond.

$135,000

2011 MR CONTOUR 61FT-12IN c/w Tow Behind 8370XL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150,000 2005 MR MAXIM III 50FT-10IN c/w 7240 TBH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $46,500 2009 NH P2070 70FT X 12IN . . . . . . . . . . . . $92,000 1998 JD 1900 TBH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $13,900

Header, Excellent cond., 36FT, DOUBLE KNIFE DRIVE, 6 BAT UII 42IN DIAMETER ONE PIECE REEL, SLOW SPEED

2014 SeedMaster CT6012

Air Drill, Excellent cond., 60FT 12IN, TIRE N TIRE, HD FRONT CASTERS, DUAL FRONT WING CA

$90,000

SEEDING

2013 New Holland H7460-16FT 2010 New Holland 94C-36FT

Disc Mower Conditioner, Excellent cond., CHEVRON RUBBER ROLLS, MOMAX MODULAR DUTTER BAR, HYD TONGUE SWING

2014 New Holland CX8090

ELEVATION Combine, 2WD, 295hrs, 225HP, Excellent cond., CAST CYLINDER, 520/85R442 DUALS, 600 REARS, RECIEVER, NAV II

$99,000

50FT-10IN c/w 7240 TBH Air Drill, Good cond., 50’-10” Paired Row 3-1/2”, Single Shoot, Alpine Kit

2011 New Holland CX8080

Combine, 2260hrs, 360HP, Good cond., 520 DUALS, 600/65R28 STEERS, LARGE TOUCH SCREEN DISPLAY, CR STYLE SPREADERS

$59,000

2005 Morris Maxim III

Air Drill, NH Opener, Double Shoot, Floatation Tires

Combine, 1375hrs, Good cond., Chaff Spreaders, Yield & Moisture, Intelliview II Display

$46,500

$92,000 2009 New Holland P2070 - 70’

2008 New Holland CX8080

$85,000

2013 New Holland CX8080

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The Manitoba Co-operator | May 14, 2015

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2015 last summer for Canadian 4-H Museum at current location Museum worried about the dampness in the old 1902 brick building on Roland’s Main Street currently housing the collection

BY LORRAINE STEVENSON Co-operator staff / Roland

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fter 25 years on display inside a former Royal Bank building on Roland’s Main Street, the 4-H Museum is looking for a new home.

At the end of this summer they will pack everything up, whether they have a new site to move to or not, say Roland residents tasked with finding it.

It’s a drastic move, but necessary to protect the collection from future deterioration due to problems with dampness in the building.

The 4-H collection is extensive, with everything from trophies to hand-sewn dresses and shirts to ‘A 4-H Member Lives Here’ signage — and they can’t let the building compromise it, says Colleen Hodgson, a member of the Historical Society of the RM of Roland.

They now continuously run dehumidifiers to keep down the humidity that rises from the basement of the 1902 brick building.

“It’s an old, old cement basement, and the moisture down there is a problem,” she said. “We haven’t had trouble with humidity on the main floor (where the 4-H artifacts are housed), but that’s what we’re trying to avoid.”

Upkeep for the old building has also become prohibitively expensive. Heating bills have mounted to around $3,000 a winter, and all their fundraising efforts now only go to maintenance, said Hodgson. “The hydro takes all our fundraising,” she said.

The museum, initiated by members of the local historical society, opened in 1988 during the 75th anniversar y of the 4-H program, which started in Roland in 1913.

The dream now is to find a new location with at least double the space and open to the public every day. They aren’t considering building because a free-standing building isn’t feasible, Hodgson said. Nor is trying to renovate the existing building. It’s a municipal heritage site. They’d love to make upgrades and renovate it but the costs are prohibitive.

“What we’re doing now is talking with the (RM of Roland) municipality to find some way to add on to an existing building in the community where we would be open five days a week year round,” she said.

“That would make us become more like the Baseball Hall of Fame in Morden.” ( That museum is housed inside the Morden Access Event Centre, the city’s recreational centre.)

Everyone is adamant the museum stay in Roland. The south-central village is, after all, where 4-H began as the first official ‘Boys and Girls Club.’ “The community is so proud of that fact,” she said. “It’s extremely important to us that we keep it in our community.”

It’s just a matter of time before Roland’s 4-H Museum’s collection of artifacts will be affected by high humidity levels in the old building it’s now in, says RM of Roland Historical Society board member Colleen Hodgson. Photos: Lorraine Stevenson

W h e re t h e c a s h f o r t h e m ove will come from is now the question, however. The only funding the museum has comes from community fundraisers, plus a grant from the Manitoba Provincial Council.

The historical society has recently put the word out that it’s applying for a grant through Cargill’s Together WeThrive program, and is urging the wider 4-H community to vote online to garner support.

The Canadian 4-H Council d e c l a re d t h e Ro l a n d m u s e u m a national museum in 2013, when 4-H dignitaries visited that year’s 1 0 0 t h a n n i ve r s a r y c e l e b ra t i o n s.

Donors also contributed $22,000 to help support the museum two years ago. The historical society promptly deposited it all into a special account to cover the costs of a move, Hodgson noted.

“We didn’t want to spend it on the heating bill,” she added.

The Manitoba 4-H Council currently supports the museum annually with a percentage of membership fees being allocated to the museum to assist with its operati n g c o s t s, s a i d C l a y t o n Ro b i n s, the provincial council’s executive director.

“The basement is an old, old cement basement, and the moisture down there is a problem. We haven’t had trouble with humidity on the main floor (where the 4-H artifacts are housed), but that’s what we’re trying to avoid.”

Colleen Hodgson

“This museum represents the history of the 4-H program and its links to the program’s origin in Roland, so it is important to Manitoba 4-H Co u n c i l t o s e e i t c o n t i n u e a n d thrive,” he said.

The council is committed to working with the museum board on a short- and long-term financial and promotional strategy, which

includes fundraising for the new building, he said. Time will tell what the wider national 4-H community might also be able to do.

“That remains to be seen but will be better defined once the strategies for funding and promotion are developed,” he said. lorraine@fbcpublishing.com

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The Manitoba Co-operator | May 14, 2015

Organic agriculture needs more producers Canada’s organic exports have topped $550 million per year, a 20 per cent increase over two years

By Alex Binkley Co-operator contributor

T

he field is wide open for increased organic food production if more growers could be found, says Matthew Holmes, executive director of the Canada Organic Trade Association.

“Our biggest challenge remains inadequate supply,” Holmes told the Senate agriculture committee. “There are over 5,000 certified farms, handlers and manufacturers in the country, but there is little growth at the production base. We don’t have enough ingredients or farmers to keep up with demand.”

Organic “is among the fastest-growing sectors and holds massive economic potential for agriculture in Canada,” he said.

“The latest figures show the global organic market is now valued at well over US$72 billion per year in consumer sales.

Canada is the fifth-largest market valued at over $4 billion per year in sales.”

Canada’s organic exports “now total more than $550 million per year, which is a 20 per cent increase in the last two years alone.”

One company reported it would contract out more than 10,000 acres of new crop on the Prairies if it could find the producers, he said. “That is one company out of hundreds in a similar situation.” There are about 3,700 organic farms.

The United States, Europe, Canada and Japan represent nearly 95 per cent of world sales, he said. “For this reason, obviously we are very interested in seeing closer trade ties developed, which enable Canadian organic farmers and processors better access to these and other critical markets.”

Canada usually gains access to other markets for its organic products under equivalency arrangements in which Canada and the trading partner recognize each other’s inspection regimes.

However, the one with Europe is a sore point for the industry.

“Our agreement with the EU is asymmetrical with strong rules of origin for Canadian exports that effectively keep our manufacturing sector from benefiting from the arrangement,” Holmes said.

“Meanwhile, we place no such restrictions on organic imports from Europe.” The organic sector is pushing for improvements in this aspect of trade deals.

Converting a farm to organic takes three years, during which the farmer is incurring increased costs and acquiring new skills with no opportunity to access premium organic markets, he noted. That’s an impediment to conversion.

“Canadian farmers currently bear the full cost to transition to organic,” he said.

“By comparison, the EU and the U.S. have assisted farmers with the cost of transition for well over 15 to 20 years, and now enjoy a solid producer base as a result. The U.S. has earmarked $57.5 million this year alone through the Farm Bill for this purpose.”

Canada should follow suit with a transition program that “would ensure that Canadian farmers are able to meet domestic demand and fill the current organic supply gap,” he added. “Canada has one of the world’s leading organic markets, but we still have some work to do to ensure that our own producers remain the most competitive within it.”

Farmers going organic face costs for inspection and certification $600 to $2,000 per year. “If you’re in a remote location, you need to cover the cost of third‑party verification officers coming in to verify the farm.”

On top of that, “an incredible amount of paperwork is required throughout the

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During questioning by senators, Holmes explained that the organic equivalency agreement with Europe was established in 2011. “However, when it was implemented, it put in place a rule of origin. All products had to be 100 per cent Canadian.”

That works for farmers but not food manufacturers that source ingredients from other countries, he said. That requires additional paperwork. “We didn’t, in good faith, put the same restriction on the Europeans, so they can source bananas from wherever they can source them and send those products to us.

“Interesting enough, six months later, the U.S. reached a similar agreement with Europe, and that clause was not in that agreement,” he added. “The U.S. waited.

It watched the agreement that we reached with Europe, and then it got a better one, and that’s been a very serious impediment for our competitiveness in the processing sector.”

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he Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) has introduced a new award that honours outstanding researchers for their contribution to the competitiveness and sustainability of the Canadian beef industry.

The Canadian Beef Industry Award for Outstanding Research and Innovation will publicly recognize scientists and academics who are actively involved in strong research programs aligned with industry priorities, continually engage with industry stakeholders, and demonstrate their passion and long-term commitment through leadership, teamwork, and mentorship.

“We recognize that researchers have options, within and outside of agriculture. They can focus their energy on exploring any number of questions,” said Tim Oleksyn, BCRC chair and producer from Shellbrook, Sask.

“Those of us who make a living on beef production are very grateful to those who choose to answer questions and take leadership in finding the solutions of greatest priority and value to the industry.”

Nominations for the 2015 award are now being accepted by the BCRC and must be submitted no later than July 27, 2015. The first recipient will be announced in fall 2015. The nomination form is available on www.beefresearch.ca.

To be eligible, individuals must have been actively involved in research or programs that benefited the Canadian beef industry within the past five years related to economics, production competitiveness, animal health and welfare, beef quality or safety, environmental stewardship, social licence, or technology transfer.

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The Manitoba Co-operator | May 14, 2015

Ag documentary released

2012 celebrations of the bicentenary of the Red River Selkirk settlers inspired the documentary’s creation “We wanted an educational piece that’s accurate, timely, emotional and gets the public engaged.”

By Lorraine Stevenson Co-operator staff

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four-part documentary made for Prairie Public Television that spans the beginning of farming in Manitoba to present day and looks to what the future holds premiered in Winnipeg last week.

“Built on Agriculture” is the culmination of more than three years’ work to produce a compelling and engaging television series telling a story of the beginning and rise of farming in the province.

The documentary was the brainchild of an agricultural subcommitee working with the Bicentenary of the Red River Selkirk Settlement Committee that hosted 2012 celebrations to mark the October 7, 1812 arrival of the Selkirk settlers.

“It’s a dream we’d had for the last three or four years,” said Rob Tisdale, president of the St. Andrews Society of Winnipeg and a member of the ag subcommittee which formed in 2011.

The first Built on Agriculture episode, “The Selkirk Settlers” aired on Prairie Public Television on May 4. It, plus trailers for three more episodes were viewed at the Metropolitan Theatre in Winnipeg April 28 by an audience that included many numerous predecessors of Selkirk settlers, plus many others included in the documentary.

The four-part series will run in the fall at a yet-to-be-determined date and time.

The documentary creates something broadly focused that captures the interest of the general public, Tisdale said, adding it was challenging to piece together, sorting out whom to approach and what questions to ask.

“We wanted an educational piece that’s

Rob Tisdale

This is a compelling story that will engage the public, says chair of the ag subcommittee Mike McAndless (front), pictured here with (l to r) Rob Tisdale, St. Andrews Society of Winnipeg president, and Prairie Public Television director Bob Dambach who co-directed the four-part documentary with Winnipeg filmmaker George Siamandas. PHOTO: LORRAINE STEVENSON

accurate, timely, emotional and gets the public engaged.”

“We always felt it was going to be a compelling story,” added subcommittee chair Mike McAndless in an interview following the premiere.

“The feedback I have had from people tonight is they’re really pleased with it,” Bob Dambach, Prairie Public Television director and executive producer of the documentary said, and one of the key messages that came from many interviewees is that ‘city people don’t understand agriculture.’

“So we’re hoping that as they watch this documentary they’ll maybe learn a little more about what’s happening around all of them,” he said.

Prairie Public also hopes to work with Ag in the Classroom to make teacher guides and other resources available so that the

documentaries eventually become a resource for classrooms.

Over 60 persons are interviewed in the documentary including many farmers, industry leaders and academics. A film crew also travelled to Scotland to include an interview with present-day Lord Selkirk Baron of Douglas in the film.

The first Selkirk settlers segment takes the viewer back to their 1812 arrival and survival under the wing of Chief Peguis, going on to explore the expansion of a farming system as many more cultural groups arrived over the next century.

Winnipeg filmmaker and photographer George Siamandas, who co-directed the project, said he learned a great deal about both the province’s history and the business of agriculture as he worked on the project.

“It was kind of a process of discovery for me and a learning experience,” he said.

“I was somewhat ignorant of the breadth of agriculture that has existed here for so long.”

The filmmakers originally hoped to release the documentary last year, but the date was pushed ahead as the scope of the project widened.

The documentary cost around $470,000 and they’re just $25,000 short of reaching that goal, said Tisdale, who along with McAndless devoted many weeks and months approaching potential funders.

Fundraising was a challenge, he said. “We were told time and time again ‘agriculture needs this.’ But nobody had a budget for it.”

Contributions for the production include $75,000 from Growing Forward 2, plus an in-kind contribution of about $152,000 from Prairie Public Television. Other funders of the production include MacDon Industries, Monsanto Canada, Parrish and Heimbecker Ltd., Richardson Foundation, the Winnipeg Foundation, members of Prairie Public, plus funds contributed by the Bicentenary Committee.

The next three episodes including The Institutions, The Farmers, and Today and Tomorrow, will air in fall of 2015. Dates will be released once the National PBS schedule is set. lorraine@fbcpublishing.com

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The Manitoba Co-operator | May 14, 2015

COUNTRY CROSSROADS CON N EC T I NG RU R A L FA M I L I E S

Waterlogged organization encourages water stewardship Rain barrels have long provided cost savings and conservation opportunities but this time they are being offered with a community kickback

BY JENNIFER PAIGE Co-operator staff

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fter two devastating floods, Brandon’s Riverbank Inc. has been barely left afloat and is now looking to raise funds to rebuild, all the while keeping water stewardship in mind.

“We are excited for this initiative. It will allow us to offer the public a chance to purchase a quality rain barrel for their home or property at a great price with a number of environmental benefits that will at the same time assist Riverbank to rebuild,” said program co-ordinator Whitney Moir.

Riverbank is a non-profit, charitable organization established 20 years ago by the City of Brandon to protect and enhance the 17 kilometres of river corridor that runs through the city. It focuses on offering interpretive programs and strives to educate the public on environmental stewardship.

Riverbank shares a building with Brandon’s Ducks Unlimited office and is the only building in Brandon located on the riverside of the city’s main dike.

In the flood of 2011 the property suffered severe damage, which affected nearly every one of the organization’s major projects.

“After the flood in 2011 we started to look at ways to redevelop, keeping future flooding possibilities in mind, but then the 2014 flood happened and that was a game changer for us,” said Lois MacDonald of Riverbank’s development and tourism services. “We did not see it coming and there was so much force behind the water.”

Due to the flood waters’ prolonged stay into July and August, most of the river-bottom forest was lost. “ Washed-out sections of the riverbank have made it unsafe and impossible to continue to host the multitude of events that used to call this area home on an annual basis,” said MacDonald. “At this point we have moved into the stage of re-evaluating our next step forward.”

The organization recently sent out a request for proposals to develop a refreshed master plan.

“I am hopeful that we can find a solution and chart a path forward that will allow us to work with Mother Nature,” said MacDonald.

Buy a barrel In the meantime, the organization has par tnered with RainBarrel.ca to begin gathering funds for the rebuild.

“We consider it a privilege to work with our Brandon partner to raise funds for the work it does in the community.

We hope residents support this initiative and make a small investment in a rain barrel while supporting a local cause.”

Larry Pomerantz president of RainBarrel.ca.

The 55-gallon rain barrels include leaf and mosquito filter baskets, and an overflow adaptor that permits multiple barrels to be connected in a series. Photo: Submitted by RainBarrel.ca

Trees along Riverbank’s property are visibly scarred from the prolonged stay of flood waters. Many of the organization’s major projects and river-bottom forest have also been washed away after two record-setting floods. Photo: Jennifer Paige

An aerial shot of the Riverbank Inc.’s main property during the peak of the 2011 flood. Photo: Submitted by Riverbank Inc.

“All of the rain barrels are made of recycled materials from plastic that had been used to transport fruit and vegetables,” said Moir.

The 55-gallon barrels include leaf and mosquito filter baskets, an overflow adaptor that permits multiple barrels to be connected in a series, 1.2 metres of

overflow hose and a spigot that attaches directly to a garden hose.

“The barrels are $60 with $10 going towards Riverbank. This is a great deal as barrels of comparable size sell for over $100 in retail outlets, plus at the same time you are benefiting a community organization,” said Moir.

Whitney Moir(l), program co-ordinator with Riverbank Inc., and Lois MacDonald(r), Riverbank Inc. development and tourism services, have teamed up to co-ordinate the organization’s rain barrel fundraiser. Photo: Jennifer Paige

RainBarrel.ca has partnered with organizations throughout the country to encourage water stewardship and assist in raising funds for various initiatives such as this one.

“We consider it a privilege to work with our Brandon partner to raise funds for the work it does in the community,” said

Larry Pomerantz, president of RainBarrel.ca. “We hope residents support this initiative and make a small investment in a rain barrel while supporting a local cause.”

Further details can found at www.rainbarrel.ca/Brandon. jennifer.paige@fbcpublishing.com

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Prairie fare Leftover breakfast cereal?

Think outside the box

We have plenty of ways to use cereal while saving money and reducing waste along the way.

We just need to think outside the box a bit julie gardenrobinson Food and Nutrition Specialist NDSU Extension Service

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s I perused my cupboards and storage pantry the other day, I found several boxes of cereal. Some were unopened and some had folded-down wrappers with half of the contents waiting to be devoured.

Does this sound familiar to anyone?

I don’t think my family is alone in having some half-full cereal boxes in our cupboard. I admit I am tempted by the grocery store sales that offer multiple boxes of cereal for one low price.

Sometimes the sale on cereal does not require us to buy several boxes at one time.

I need to remember this fact before I bring home five more boxes of cereal.

My kids, on occasion, still use their “pester power” to get me to buy some specialty cereal, too. Then they get tired of the cereal before the box is empty.

As I was studying the cereal supply in my cupboard, I looked at the “best if used by” dates on the boxes. Some dates were in the future and some dates were closing in on us.

If my family eats the cereal past the “best if used by” date, will I be rushing them to the emergency room? Will I be blaming myself for their illness because I provided old cereal that I didn’t have the heart to toss?

I won’t lose sleep about providing cereal beyond its quality date to my teenage and

preteen children. If they were infants, however, and I was feeding them “baby cereal,” I would be using it by the date on the package.

Cereal is fairly shelf stable, but it can become stale and lose its appealing texture and flavour through time. If the cereal has an off odor or appearance or if the package has gotten damp, then I would toss it. As a rule of thumb, try to use opened cereal boxes within three months.

Be sure to write the date you purchased the cereal on the front of the box and arrange your stock in first-in-first-out order. Better yet, put the cereal in airtight containers to extend its shelf life by reducing the cereal’s exposure to oxygen.

Breakfast cereal is one of the most convenient forms of nutrition. Breakfast cereals are portable, shelf stable, economical and convenient. A child can fill a bowl with cereal and add some milk for an instant meal or snack.

In fact, breakfast cereals play a key role in helping children meet their vitamin and mineral needs, according to research. Most breakfast cereals are fortified with a wide range of vitamins and minerals.

Whole grain cereals, in particular, are good sources of dietary fibre. Whole grain means that all parts of the grain, including the germ, endosperm and bran, are milled to produce the cereal.

How about the half-empty boxes of cereal in my cupboard and perhaps in yours? Don’t worry because we have plenty of ways to use cereal while saving money and reducing waste along the way. We just need to think outside the box a bit.

Crunchy Chicken Nuggets

Use leftover cereal as a bread crumb substitute. You do not need to buy bread crumbs, and day-old bread is not your only option for a substitute. Try crushing unsweetened cereal varieties, such as corn or bran flakes, to use in place of bread crumbs.

Easily crush cereal by placing it in a plastic bag and crushing to the desired texture with a rolling pin. Use crushed cereal in meat loaf or to coat chicken breasts or french toast sticks. You can sprinkle onehalf cup of crushed cereal on top of hash browns or a casserole.

Stir cereal into pancake batter. Mix the pancake batter and then stir in some cereal.

Cinnamon, chocolate, peanut butter or fruit-flavoured cereals work well as additions to pancake batter. You can crush the cereal or leave it whole for bigger chunks.

You also can mix cereal into waffle or muffin batter.

Sprinkle cereal on yogurt, pudding or ice cream. If you’re looking for a little added crunch with yogurt, pudding or ice cream, try cereal. Instead of using granola, make a parfait by layering one-half cup of whole cereal with yogurt and cut-up fruit such as strawberries or peaches.

Make a snack mix. Snack mixes can be a healthful, easy option to use extra cereal.

Check out the “Make Your Own Snack Mixes” handout at http://www.ag.ndsu.edu/ pubs/yf/foods/fn1753.pdf to learn more.

Here’s a delicious way to add nutrition and use up some cereal to make tasty homemade baked chicken nuggets.

Made in Manitoba

3 c. multi-grain Cheerios cereal, crushed 1/2 c. Parmesan cheese, grated 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. seasoned salt 1/4 tsp. paprika 1/8 tsp. garlic powder 3 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted 1 Tbsp. milk 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1- to 1-1/2-inch square pieces)

Heat oven to 400 F. Line cookie sheet with foil. In medium bowl, stir together crushed cereal, cheese, salt, seasoned salt, paprika and garlic powder. In small bowl, stir together melted butter and milk. Dip chicken into butter mixture, then roll in cereal mixture to coat evenly. Place on cookie sheet. Bake nine minutes; turn nuggets over. Bake about eight minutes longer or until coating is light golden brown and chicken has reached 165 F. Makes five servings (five chicken nuggets per serving). Each serving has 250 calories, 12-1/2 grams (g) of fat, 25 g of protein, 15 g of carbohydrate and 750 milligrams of sodium.

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pring sends Manitobans o u t i n d r ov e s t o f i n d their favourite farme r s’ m a r k e t v e n d o r s a n d Bessie Hatzitrifonos, maker of Bessie’s Best dips and sauces is definitely one of them.

Hazitrifonos is a two-time winner at the Great Manitoba Food Fight, taking first prize in 2013 for a Tzatziki sauce, made with Greek yogurt, fresh dill, shredded cucumber and other yummy ingredients, plus again in 2014 for a tapenade she’s since renamed her ‘Life Changing’ Kalamata Olive and Roasted Red Pepper tapenade.

Originally from Toronto, she spent 25 years in the restaurant industry with lots of travel helping her develop a love of well-crafted foods made from local ingredients.

Today she produces nearly a dozen Bessie’s Best dips and sauce in a commercial kitchen of the Food Studio

in Winnipeg. She lives in St. Adolphe.

“I’m a city girl gone to the countr y,” says the effusive Hazitrifonos, whose products have fun names like Never Get Scurvy Organic Hummus and Knock UR Socks Off Tahini.

Mo s t w e e k s y o u’ l l f i n d her at St. Norbert’s Farmers’ Market and the Downtown

Biz market. Her products are also sold retail in Winnipeg at DeLucas, Crampton’s Market, G e n e r a t i o n G re e n a t T h e Forks, and now at the Grant Park, Southdale and St. Vital Red River Co-op stores.

For yummy Greek food recipes and to learn more about Bessie’s Best log on to www. bessiesbestfoods.com.

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High school rodeo celebrates 20th anniversary Preserving western heritage for youth and promoting positive image of rodeo

By Darrell Nesbitt Freelance contributor

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ven though the sport of high school rodeo is not affiliated with the Manitoba High Schools Athletic Association, the Manitoba High School Rodeo Association (MHSRA) has created a playing field for youth wanting to preserve the western heritage over the past 20 years.

Present-day national director, Art Cochrane of Onanole, has been involved since 1995, when a large group of youth and adults met at Carberry, to lay the beginning of the MHSRA. Over the years he has served in various capacities, provincially and nationally, including serving as the National High School Rodeo Association (NHSRA) president in 2012.

“Numbers of participants have remained true over the years,” said Cochrane. “The numbers started at 25 to 30 and built up over the years to between 65 and 75, including 30 to 40 members in the Junior High Division initiated by the NHSRA in the fall of 2004.”

The NHSRA Junior High Division was established to bring the sport to sixth-, seventh-, and eighth-graders and to serve as a feeder system into the high school ranks of the association. The NHSRA is one of the fastest-growing youth organizations, with an annual membership of approximately

The MHSRA’s mission is to promote the positive image of rodeo, preserve the western heritage and maintain the highest regard for the livestock

12,500 students from 42 states, five Canadian provinces, and Australia. The association sanctions over 1,800 rodeos each year and produces two elite youth rodeo events in the world — the National Junior High Finals Rodeo (NJHFR) and the National High School Finals Rodeo (NHSFR).

The MHSRA’s mission is to promote the positive image of rodeo, preserve the western heritage and maintain the highest regard for the livestock. It is dedicated to educating youth and instilling the value of good sportsmanship.

MHSRA’s history Under the direction of the president, Albert Outhwaite of Swan River, Minnedosa hosted the very first MHSRA rodeo in 1995 with 31 registered student members. After earning official membership the association held successful rodeos at

Sarah Stemmer of Minnedosa spends lots of time on the road with her family and horses. PHOTO: DARRELL NESBITT

Minnedosa, Ashern, Oak Lake and Shilo with the provincial finals going back to Minnedosa.

At one time, high school rodeos were featured more in the west, but today the MHSRA has five weekends of rodeo in the east and eight in the west.

“Presently we rodeo as one unit although we have been discussing having two regions,” said Cochrane. “If we do divide into regions it will make travelling easier and cost less for parents, which would likely help increase our membership.”

The membership is not only Manitoba students, as due to travelling distances the MHSRA

has five members from Ontario, nine from Saskatchewan and three from North Dakota competing in the 2014-15 season.

Future of rodeo With high school rodeo going since 1948, Cochrane feels positive that it will continue, as the MHSRA has an award program and a scholarship program.

Several contestants go to colleges and universities on rodeo scholarships every year.

What sets rodeo apart from other high school spor ts?

Cochrane says, “I think the members getting together and making new friends through-

out the province is a lot different than other high school sports. These members compete against each other and then spend the evenings together having fun. Then at the end of the year, a number of them become a Manitoba team member and travel to the NHSRA Finals, the Junior High Finals, and the Canadian Finals.”

And that future began at Pierson, Manitoba in April, with the provincial finals returning to Selkirk in July.

Darrell Nesbitt writes from Shoal Lake, Manitoba

Water-efficient lawns and gardens Having a beautiful landscape doesn’t have to mean using lots of water Red River Basin Commission release

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ummer is almost here and it’s time to start thinking about taking care of your lawn and garden again. Having a beautiful yard doesn’t have to mean using a lot of water or spending a lot of money.

The following information is from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) WaterSense program. It can help you take some of the guesswork out of keeping a healthy yard while using less water. WaterSense makes it easy to find products and information to ensure you have a water-smart landscape that you can be proud of — for both its natural beauty and its low impact on the environment.

Outdoor water use stresses existing water supplies by contributing to peak demand during summer months. During these hot, dry times, utilities must increase capacity to meet water needs, sometimes as much as three to four times

PHOTO: THINKSTOCK

the amount used during the winter.

WaterSense program provides a holistic approach to developing a water-smart landscape for your home or property. From thoughts on landscape design to daily maintenance, it includes a step-by-step process for any homeowner and examples of beautiful, water-saving landscapes from across the country.

Many mistakenly believe that stunning gardens and beautiful lawns are only possible through extensive watering, fertilization, and pesticide application. WaterSense demonstrates eye-catching gardens and landscapes that save water and protect the environment

are, in fact, easily achieved by employing water-smart landscaping. The following tips will help you get started: • Go native or choose plants that need less water. Once established, native and lowwater-using plants require little water beyond normal rainfall. If you’re designing a new landscape or just sprucing up your current landscape, be sure to consider the water needs of the plants you choose.

• G roup plants according to their water needs. Grouping vegetation with similar watering needs into specific “hydrozones” reduces water use by allowing you to water to each zone’s specific needs.

Turf areas and shrub areas should always be separated into different hydrozones because of their differing water needs.

• M a i n t a i n healthy soils. Healthy soils are the basis for a water-smart landscape; they effectively cycle nutrients, minimize runoff, retain water, and absorb excess nutrients, sediments, and pollutants.

• B e s e l e c t i ve w h e n a d ding turf areas. Turfgrass receives the highest percentage of irrigation water in traditional landscaping.

To improve the esthetics of your landscape and better manage outdoor water use, plant turfgrass only where it has a practical function.

• Water wisely. Know your plant’s water needs and avoid watering during the heat of the day. If you have an irrigation system, make re g u l a r a d j u s t m e n t s t o ensure proper watering.

• U se mulch. Incorporate mulch around shrubs and garden plants to help reduce evaporation, inhibit weed growth, moderate soil temperature, and prevent erosion. Adding organic matter and aerating soil can improve its ability to hold water.

• P rovide regular maintenance. Replace mulch around shrubs and garden plants at least once per year, and remove weeds and thatch as necessary.

In short, plan and maintain your landscape with

these pr inciples of water efficiency in mind, and it will continue to be attractive and healthy while requiring less maintenance and less water.

For specific information about how to best apply w a t e r- s m a r t l a n d s c a p i n g principles in your geographical area, consult with your local garden and nurser y centres. Local governments and water utilities also possess a wealth of information, suggestions, and sometimes incentives for using water more efficiently in all aspects of your life, including landscaping. For a copy of the WaterSense brochure that contains plenty of ideas to get started, go to http:// www.epa.gov/watersense/ index.html.

The RRBC is a grassroots organization that is a chartered not-for-profit corporation under the provisions of Manitoba, North Dakota, Minnesota, and South Dakota law. Our office in Winnipeg can be reached at 204-982-7254, or you can check out our website at www. redriverbasincommission.org.

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Cactus blooms are unique Whether small and numerous or one single bloom, they will put on a spectacular display

By Albert Parsons Freelance contributor

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hen spring arrives and the days lengthen and the sun’s rays become stronger, I always look forward to unique displays of bloom from my many cacti. These wonderful plants are very easy to grow and they are a perfect choice for a snowbird like me because they can go all winter without being watered. In early spring, usually in April, I see signs of their awakening from their winter slumber and I give them a good drink.

As spring progresses, many of them develop flower buds that burst into bloom.

Sometimes they are small and numerous, other times there is but one spectacular one on a plant. In either case, they supply brilliant colour and unusual shapes and sizes of blooms. Cacti all bloom differently, depending on the type — and there are several distinct kinds. One is the so-called hedgehog cacti because the thick, upright stems grow in a mound not unlike the body of a hedgehog. These usually belong to the Echinocereus plant family.

Hedgehog cacti blooms are produced on the tops of the thick stems, sometimes in profusion and sometimes singly — in which case the bloom is usually larger. I have a variety that produces a myriad of very small, bright-pink flowers on top of its stems. Barrel cacti, another type, are well known for their thick round bodies. They produce multiple flowers on top of their stout stems. The flowers are usually yellow or pink and they develop into fruits atop the cacti as summer progresses. I have a 40-year-old barrel cactus in my sunroom and it has yet to produce a flower, so I believe they must be quite old before they bloom.

Another group is sometimes referred to as “cluster of balls,” because the plants are made up of clusters of round cacti, and when brushed against, some of these

Stapelia nobilis has an exotic bloom.

A Mammilaria cactus in full bloom.

PHOTOS: ALBERT PARSONS

growths will fall off and root in the soil.

Many of them belong to the Mammilaria plant family, and a number of them are covered with fine spines which give them a hairy appearance. They are very prickly to the touch and they do flower, although the flowers are quite small. The flowers of a couple that I have are white so they are not very showy, although if you look closely at the blooms they are quite interesting.

Columnar cacti are those tall, upright giants that are included in many desert photographs. They are hard to grow in houses because they soon outgrow their space. I have one that is so tall now that even though I have the pot sitting on a stand below the bottom of the window, the cactus is so high that the top doesn’t get any direct sunlight — which all cacti need. I fear I will have to part with it as I doubt that it will stay healthy if its top is shaded.

In early spring, usually in April, I see signs of their awakening from their winter slumber and I give them a good drink.

Other cacti include the prickly pear types that have ears or pads joined one to the other. This group contains the only cactus that is hardy to grow outdoors in our area — the native prickly pear. The blooms on this type are quite showy and produced in

midsummer. Also having pads or leaves that join one to the other are members of the Christmas cactus family. These lovely plants put on a wonderful show — mine blooms twice a year, once in NovemberDecember, and then again in March-April.

A couple of years ago a friend gave me a cactus — I didn’t know its name — but last summer it bloomed and I identified it as “Hairy Starfish Flower” (Stapelia nobilis).

Although it is closely related to the infamous “Carrion Flower,” thank goodness it did not have a noxious odour. The tan-coloured bloom was exotic, a full 34 cm wide, and lightly lined with crimson and fringed with silky hairs. It lasted for a week and visitors were astounded by its appearance.

Growing cacti can indeed be an interesting endeavour.

Albert Parsons writes from Minnedosa, Manitoba

Co-operator barn series revival Do you know this barn?

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f you do, a Manitoba historian wants to hear from you. In early 1981 the Co-operator worked with provincial Manitoba Historic Resources Branch staff to photograph and publish a series on rural buildings in Manitoba. Each week a photo and a story were published about why each of the buildings were rare or unusual.

Now Gordon Goldsborough, webmaster and journal editor with the Manitoba Historical Society (MHS) is looking for Co-operator readers’ help to relocate these barns. He has looked for them during road trips in rural Manitoba, but because the site’s location details are scant, he has been unable to find them. He wants to include the buildings, with their GPS co-ordinates on a map of historic sites being prepared for the MHS. This photograph was taken by now-retired Co-operator editor Bob Hainstock who took the photo in the 1980s for the earlier project. Many of the photos were eventually included in Hainstock’s 1986 book Barns of Western Canada: An Illustrated Century.

We are including the original “caption” that ran with his photo, hoping a reader can answer these questions: 1. Does the building still stand?

2. If so, where is it?

3. What are its GPS co-ordinates?

4. What other information can you provide on its state of preservation or other details about its history since the original story in the 1980s?

Please send your responses to Gordon Goldsborough at: email: gordon@mhs.mb.ca Telephone: (204) 474-7469 Mail: 2021 Loudoun Rd. Winnipeg, Man. R3S 1A3.

One of the most distinctive sets of farm buildings in Manitoba can still be found at the old McLaren farm, one mile north of town* (or one mile south of the Trans-Canada Highway). Following design influences of American architect Orson A. Fowler, according to family sources, the set of buildings contains a silo, granary and threshing shed, carriage house, well house and main house. Some buildings of the original farm have been removed. Perhaps most distinctive to viewers will be the buildings portrayed in the photo.

In the foreground is what remains of the granary and drive shed built in 1915 at a cost of $1,370.80. Pictured through the doorway is the carriage shed built just a few years earlier. The stable, well-kept house and silo where built about 1904 although the slightly askew silo is all that remains of an integrated complex that cost $1,751.75 at the time. According to a meticulous set of original records by Archie McLaren, who helped build the structures, a brick house was also constructed in 1907 at a cost of $3,520.85. Mr. McLaren was one of several McLaren men to come West from the Gault area of Ontario in the mid-1870s, leaving behind father Jack and other brothers to continue the family business of market gardening. Great-grandson Jack eventually took over the farm in the 1940s and has since continued with other members of the family. The buildings, for which $50 worth of stone was brought in from Lake of the Woods area, are now used for storage of various production. *Note: The original published caption did not name the town.

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