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Grower groups kick in cash for grain safety Funds will help launch a mobile unit for farm safety education at farm shows and offering training for first responders

BY LORRAINE STEVENSON Co-operator staff

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large cash contribu­ tion is going to help the Canadian Agricultural Sa f e t y A s s o c iation (CASA) warn farmers and their fami­ lies about the dangers of working in and around stored grain facilities.

Four grower organizations including the Canadian Canola Growers Association (CCGA), Alberta Pulse Growers (APG), Al­ berta Wheat Commission (AWC), and Prairie Oat Growers Associ­ ation (POGA) have committed $120,000 to CASA’s new Grain Safety Program.

The program, which wants to help prevent a high incidence of grain entrapments, will in­ clude a mobile demonstration unit to travel to farm shows, a trade show display, youth table­ top displays and an interactive grain safety website.

The mobile unit will also be used to train first responders in proper grain extrication pro­ cedures as well as offer on-site, See GRAIN SAFETY on page 7 »

As Manitoba farmers take off the crop, some are getting an unpleasant surprise in the mail in the form of a much larger-than-expected land tax bill.

PHOTO: SHANNON VANRAES

Manitoba farmers see shocking jump in land taxes Some say it’s unfair that the big jump in land values is shifting the municipal tax burden to farmers

BY ALLAN DAWSON Co-operator staff

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ome Manitoba farmers are getting an unpleasant surprise when they open their 2016 farmland prop­ erty tax bills.

“I swallowed hard and wondered what was going on,” said Lowe Farm farmer Bill Toews in an interview.

“I was shocked at the amount of in­ crease, and not just in the education tax, but in municipal tax as well.”

Toews, who recently retired in the

Rural Municipality of Roland, said the tax bill on one of his quarter sections is up 61 per cent from 2014. (His 2015 bill wasn’t immediately available but Toews said it was similar to 2014.)

Education and municipal taxes on that property are up 77 and 39 per cent, respectively. Meanwhile, the RM of Ro­ land’s budget is up just 5.6 per cent.

Keystone Agricultural Producers (KAP) president Dan Mazier says there are anecdotal reports of some farmers’ tax bills jumping 90 per cent.

Increases will vary by municipality, depending on each one’s budget and

tax base. For example, the tax bill for this reporter’s farmland in the RM of Lorne is up 21 per cent.

There’s more to this than the longsimmering farmer complaint about funding schools through taxes on farm­ land and buildings. Farm Credit Canada says, on average, Manitoba farmland values doubled since 2012. Property taxes are based on a property’s assessed value. Manitoba has 10 classes of prop­ erty, including farmland, residences, businesses, pipelines and railways.

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Canadian researchers are trying to understand what gives edible fats their texture

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ow are edible fats “built?” What gives them their unique textures?

Nobody’s really sure, and that’s fuelling a research project by scientists at the University of Guelph, with the assistance of the United States Department of Energy and their Advanced Photon Source (APS) at Lemont, Illinois.

The researchers hope to replace unhealthful trans and saturated fats with better nonsaturated versions – all without compromising texture. That swap could have great implications for the food industry, says Maria Fernanda PeyronelSvaikauskas, a research associate working on the project.

Peyronel-Svaikauskas says trans and saturated fats are important because they provide structure for semi-solid edible fats such as shortening or butter-like spreads. But “as soon as the healthier unsaturated fats are used to replace the trans and saturated ones, the solid structure is lost,” she said.

Maria Fernanda Peyronel-Svaikauskas, a research associate working on the project, demonstrates how to calibrate the imaging equipment.

PHOTO: University of Guelph

“The key problem is the food industry trying to do this with much trial and error. We are trying to help it by removing the trial and error.”

The team uses new technology called ultra-small angle X-ray scattering for structural analysis of fats and oils.

“You’re looking at X-ray scattering at really tiny angles,” Peyronel-Svaikauskas said.

“The smaller the angle, the

larger the feature you look at in your sample. That’s important if you want to understand how the meso to micro structure gets formed.”

They found characteristic patterns normally missed by conventional wide- or smallangle scattering.

Food scientists may use this information to decide whether they have the desired product for a particular purpose.

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Manitoba corn, wheat and barley growers to share new general manager The two organizations will remain independent but say their members can be better served by co-operating on administration

BY ALLAN DAWSON Co-operator staff

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wo Manitoba farm commodity groups are putting talk about collaboration into action by sharing a general manager.

The Manitoba Corn Growers Association (MCGA) and Manitoba Wheat and Barley Growers Association (MWBGA) are looking for a new general manager to administer both associations when corn growers’ general manager Theresa Bergsma retires next June, after almost 29 years of running the association.

“After much discussion... it was decided to go ahead and give this a go,” Bergsma said in an interview Sept. 20. “It is a collaboration — a joint shared position.”

In separate interviews MCGA and MWBGA presidents Myron Krahn and Fred Greig said they were excited about the plan.

And while they stressed the associations are not merging and will continue to operate as separate units with their own goals and objectives, they didn’t rule out more co-operation in the future, including with other commodity groups.

“When I look at it from the combine seat, I grow all these commodities so anything that we can do to better serve producers is good,” said Greig, who farms at Reston.

Sharing a general manager could lead to more collaboration, said Krahn, who farms at Carman.

“We are treading in new territory here, but we feel it will be for the betterment of both organizations’ members,” he said.

The two associations have

been collaborating since the MWBGA was created in 2014.

The MCGA, headquartered in Carman, already provides some administration services to the MWBGA and the MWBGA assists the MCGA with research co-ordination.

“We are kind of tiptoeing into this collaborative effort and it seems to be working very well and we really see the potential,” Krahn said. “The future looks bright for commodity organizations.”

Although the two associations are collaborating on research co-ordination, checkoff money collected from each crop goes into research for that crop specifically.

“The government is doing less and less funding of the total research program,” Krahn said.

“They want farmers to participate and organizations to lead that. So now we are pooling our talents together to make these research projects successful and stretch those research dollars from farmers and the government as far as we can.”

Depending on the year, the MCGA and MWBGA have around 1,200 and 8,800 members, respectively.

While saving farmers’ money is one objective, collaboration is also about serving farmermembers better, Bergsma said.

Greig believes having a single manager for both associations makes for economies of scale and a bigger job, making it more appealing to an experienced manager.

The new general manager will have to be flexible, Bergsma said.

“Yes, we have a job description, but as for detail not so much,” she said. “And the person who we hire will be made

“We are treading in new territory here, but we feel it will be for the betterment of both organizations’ members.”

Myron Krahn

very aware of the transitional things that are happening.

Hopefully, we can get the right person who can lead us into the next era of collaboration. I am excited.

“We have a system in place already where we exchange hours and work out the admin overhead and things like that.

It’s a case of figuring out what is fair for everybody and what’s better. We don’t expect it to go without bumps.”

The new manager will also have to be clear about which association he or she is representing when speaking publicly, Bergsma noted. The MWBGA is focused on research and has said it wants to avoid engaging in policy debates, which can be divisive.

“It will be a little bit of a tightrope at times to make sure we get it right, but if we are careful I think things will fall into place pretty easily,” she said.

Administratively the three crops are a good fit for a single manager since wheat and barley are harvested sooner than corn.

Bergsma hasn’t ruled out working part time for the MCGA on policy issues, but it will depend on the new general manager, she said.

The Manitoba Wheat and Barley Growers Association (MWBGA) and Manitoba Corn Growers Association will share a general manager. MWBGA president Fred Greig says it will benefit both organizations. PHOTO: ALLAN DAWSON

And Brent VanKoughnet, a Carman-based consultant under contract to the MWBGA, will continue working on transferring the western Canadian checkoff — an interim measure to fund wheat and barley research and market development after the discontinuation of the Canadian Wheat Board — to provincial cereal associations, Greig said.

“He (Brent) has certainly been an integral in that,” he said. “We want to keep that continuity going. It will be a little hard to expect the new person (manager) to be up and running right away and Brent certainly has great rapport with the other commodity groups already.”

Greig said he’d like to see commodity groups collaborate even more. The issue

was flagged earlier this year during CropConnect — a conference organized by the Manitoba Canola Growers Association, Manitoba Corn Growers Association, Manitoba Flax Growers Association, Manitoba Pulse and Soybean G r ow e r s , M a n i t o b a O a t Growers Association, Manitoba Seed Growers Association, the National Sunflower Association of Canada and Manitoba Wheat and Barley Growers Association. “(H)ow long can we sustain the current model of multiple associations providing overlapping representation to the same membership?” Altona farmer and outgoing chair of the Manitoba Pulse and Soybean Growers Association (MPSGA) Kyle Friesen wrote in the association’s annual report.

“I see a great opportunity to improve efficiency of grower levy funds through collaboration, communication and possibly consolidation.”

Some farmers complain there are too many farm groups resulting in higher costs.

In 2010 barley, corn, oat, soybean and wheat farmers in Ontario came together to form the Grain Growers of Ontario (GGO). While some feared their commodity wouldn’t be properly represented, most are comfortable with the change, GGO chief executive officer Barry Senft said in an interview in 2013.

“We went on the basis whatever a commodity needed, whether it was research or market development, that’s where the funds were going to be directed,” Senft said. “It has worked well.” allan@fbcpublishing.com

Consolidation won’t reduce innovation: Monsanto No word yet on whether a Monsanto-Bayer merger will affect canola growers

BY SHANNON VANRAES Co-operator staff/Fargo, N.D.

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ewer companies means more innovation.

That’s the world according to Robert Fraley, Monsanto’s chief technology officer and executive vice-president, who says biotechnology companies need to consolidate to remain effective.

“Consolidation is both needed and healthy in order to be able to provide the kind of investments that you need in cutting-edge biology and data science tools,” said Fraley, only one day after defending the proposed US$66-billion merger between Monsanto and Bayer to U.S. Senate’s Judiciary Committee.

“One of the points I made when I testified yesterday, is that I feel Monsanto is a privileged company, we have the ability to spend a billion and a half dollars a year on R&D,” said Fraley, following a presentation at the Agricultural Biotechnology International Conference in Fargo last week. “But you know if you compare that to the leading innovators in data science like a Google or an Amazon... or a pharmaceutical company like Merck or Pfizer, who’s spending 10 billion on genome sequencing

“Look, I grew up on a farm and I know that for a lot of farmers, just like for anybody else, change is a little disconcerting.”

Robert Fraley

and analysis, I think it’s pretty clear for agriculture to reach what it needs to achieve the kind of innovations we need to make, we need to scale up.”

If the Bayer-Monsanto deal goes ahead, it’s possible that the global marketplace will be left with only three large biotechnology companies. Dow and DuPont are also heading towards a merger, as are ChemChina and Syngenta. Members of the U.S. Senate and American farm lobby groups have raised concerns that this will reduce competition, raise prices and curtail innovation, noting that it would mean that 70 per cent of global pesticide production and development would be under the control of only three companies.

Not so, said Fraley.

“When you actually think about it, agriculture is a highly fragmented industry. Just think of all of the seed companies and of the equipment companies, all of the retailers, all of the grain-handling companies, all the companies that we don’t know who they are in India and China, this is a superfragmented industry,” he said.

If the proposed Bayer-Monsanto merger goes ahead, it will also leave nearly all canola traits in the hands of one company.

“The recent announcement of a merger agreement between Bayer and Monsanto is a cause of serious concern to Canada’s canola farmers. The merger would combine two leading players in Canada’s agriculture

industry, significantly reducing competition and consolidating market share in the canola seed, trait and crop protection business,” said the Canadian Canola Growers Association in a recent press release.

While Fraley was circumspect in responding to questions about whether or not a merged company would have to divest itself of some canola-related assets to gain regulatory approval, he did say that some tweaking might occur during the regulatory process.

“Clearly there is a couple of areas that are going to go through the regulatory review process and those will be the areas where if there are fixes that need to be made, or decisions that need to be made, it’s still a very small part of what drives the business combination,” he said, adding that change can be difficult for farmers to accept.

“Look, I grew up on a farm and I know that for a lot of farmers, just like for anybody else, change is a little disconcerting,” Fraley said. “I appreciate that and I spend a lot of time talking to growers; on the other hand, I’ve got a lot of phone calls and a lot of folks saying this is great, we need more innovation if I’m going to stay in business.” shannon.vanraes@fbcpublishing.com

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OPINION/EDITORIAL

More of the same?

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here’s a certain predictability to how the next round of agricultural policy discussions are unfolding.

With the Growing Forward 2 suite of programs set to expire in March 2018, many expect that what follows will closely resemble what’s being replaced.

That might not serve Canadian agriculture particularly well, however, Gord Gilmour since the sector is facing a period of Editor change. Better to engage in a bold and thorough review of policy solutions to emerging issues, than simply continue down the path we’re on out of inertia.

At least that’s the case made by Ontario-based agriculture economist Al Mussel and colleagues recently in a policy note titled What Should Shape the Next Canadian Agri-Food Policy Framework? from the Agri-Food Economic Systems thinktank. They write that inertia will lead to fiddling around the edges and debating budgets and resource allocation, rather than asking important questions.

The group calls this a “critical error,” noting “... the true magnitude of forthcoming changes demands a more strategic response.”

Key issues include the worsening economic situation on Canadian farms, the debt hangover from the recent boom years, the reality that agriculture will be affected by greenhouse gas policy, the possibility of a carbon tax and how the international political situation will affect current and future trade deals.

The dairy sector is undergoing its most extensive policy change in decades and the other supply-managed industries are on uncertain ground. Our food-processing sector has suffered a $10-billion loss in net trade balance in the past decade.

Consumers are more interested than ever in how food is produced, how that food impacts health, and how farming affects the environment. “Effectively the stakeholder base in agri-food has widened and prompted food-marketing initiatives that cater to these perceptions...” the policy note reads.

Against this backdrop, a program of more of the same would be a strategic error the academics claim, calling instead for “... bolder and more ambitious change based on increasingly different economic, social and environmental challenges than existed in previous... agreements.”

Essentially what they’re calling for in this document is a reordering of the horse and cart. Right now the cart is before the horse, resulting in policies that react to the past rather than prepare farmers for the future.

They’d prefer to see the horse before the cart, where policies have clear goals in mind and move the industry forward.

They also suggest that the programs should take a largerpicture view and consider the entire value chain, rather than being almost entirely “producer-centric.”

Fortunately the report doesn’t just diagnose issues, it also suggests some possible solutions and areas where effective policy really could make a difference.

For example, there’s the question of the economic demographics throughout the agri-food sector. Both at the farm level and in the processing sector, there are fewer and larger players. In the food-processing sector that means there are really large processors, small processors, and not much in between. In many ways, this mirrors the experience on the farm level where there are very few medium-size farms. That makes one-size-fits-all agriculture programs very difficult.

For example, the smallest farms and processors likely need programs that either smooths their transition out of the sector, or encourages them to grow to a position of economic sustainability. Larger farms and processors need programs that address the inevitable volatility of the markets and keep Canada on a competitive footing.

The balance will be finding a spot that doesn’t make a large number of trivial payments to what are, essentially, non-commercial entities, while simultaneously avoiding the perception of “corporate welfare” to larger operations and companies, the authors say.

Trade-related policy should be more forward thinking, they say, including taking into account what policy initiatives are underway in key competitive regions. Better to address the problems of the future created by changes in Brazil and the Black Sea regions, for example, than fret about the problems of yesterday.

They go on to suggest other areas where attention should be paid, including internal trade, the environment, research and development, food processing and growing social pressures on the sector.

In essence, this is a call for action, rather than simply cleaving to the status quo. It’s available online (http://www.agrifoodecon.ca).

Finding the right answers starts with asking the right questions. gord.gilmour@fbcpublishing.com

Why Canada should avoid free trade with China

BY GWYN MORGAN Troy Media

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hina and Canada appear to be considering a free trade deal.

The basic principle of free trade is clear.

Imagine two isolated neighbouring islands. One is green and fertile, capable of producing more food than it can consume. The other, while dry and barren, possesses natural resources needed to manufacture consumer goods. Farmers in the fertile island sell food to the other in return for the raw materials needed to manufacture products.

Over time, factories on one island become more efficient at making some products, while manufacturers on the other island become more efficient at producing others. Consumers get access to the lowest-cost supplier.

But what if one island is a free market democracy and the other a socialist aristocracy? What if one has a culture of rule of law through an independent judiciary, while the other has a judiciary that’s often an instrument of repression?

What if one respects international intellectual property laws, while the other facilitates industrial espionage and cheap knockoffs? What if one economy is driven by private enterprise, while the other gains advantage from government policy and corruption?

What if one island has a free and open media, while the other has only state-controlled media?

What if one island protects human rights, while the other throws those critics in jail for treason?

Finally, what if one island holds industries to strong environmental standards, while citizens in the other choke on smog and drink toxic water?

In such circumstances, wouldn’t the leader of the first island be extremely unwise to consider entering into free trade with the other?

Of course, the “other” island I’m describing is China.

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And there are even more reasons for Canada to stay away from free trade with the great dragon.

What do we have to sell them? Certainly not manufactured goods. There are very few that China can’t produce more cheaply.

The crux of the Canada-China trade relationship has always been that we send them raw materials and they ship consumer goods back to us. Since natural resources are globally traded commodities that already move tariff free, free trade would provide absolutely no benefit to resource exporters.

On the other hand, removing tariffs on manufactured goods would put our manufacturers at even greater disadvantage.

My six years on the board of the largest foreign bank operating in China provided insights into why free trade with that country is even more unwise.

My stint coincided with China’s supercharged gross domestic product growth, which was dominated by what bankers call “capital account” — massive government infrastructure programs and equally massive loans from government banks to build industrial capacity.

The result is a production capacity surplus that will hang over the global processing and manufacturing sectors for decades.

Then there’s the contrast in environmental enforcement. China operates more than 2,300 coal-fired power plants with almost 1,400 more planned or under construction.

Cheap power, subsidized manufacturing plants and huge overcapacity. Who can compete with that?

Finally, there’s China’s self-serving track record in trade, as seen in the recent canola trade spat.

Could the enormous stockpile of Chinese canola have anything to do with it?

Gwyn Morgan is a retired Canadian business leader who has been a director of five global corporations.

October 1887

his ad for the Winnipeg Livestock Mart and Feed Stable appeared in the October 1887 issue of The Nor’-West Farmer and Manitoba Miller. “Farmers, Cattle Dealers and Butchers will find this the Best Market in the Northwest,” it said.

An article in the issue praised the success of a test of Russian wheat. Mr. George Roddie of Brandon Hills reported that “The sample of Northern Russian Wheat came to hand on May 15. I hesitated about sowing it so late, but made the attempt on the 17th. To my surprise it was up and ready for cutting on August 25, fully a fortnight earlier than Red Fyfe.”

It was also reported that “The first shipment of cattle from the Canadian Northwest ranches will be made shortly. There are now being loaded at Calgary 45 cars of cattle, aggregating about 900 head, and they will soon pass through the city en route for Montreal, from which port they will be shipped to Liverpool. These cattle are from the Cochrane ranches. This is an important event to the cattle trade, as these cattle will be the vanguard of what it is hoped will be the chief export from the western portions of these territories.”

A report on the local wheat market said that deliveries were slow since threshing continued, “except at such points as Gretna and Morden, where the Mennonites come early to the market and turn their crop into money.” Prices continued at “60 cents on the Winnipeg market, and 52 to 56 at outside points, with two or three cents lower for inferior grades.”

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COMMENT/FEEDBACK

U.S. wheat shippers putting lousy 2015-16 behind them: Braun American wheat sales are rebounding after abundant low-cost supplies hit them hard last season

By Karen Braun Reuters/CHICAGO

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lthough it has been dogged by a lot of doom and gloom of late, the U.S. wheat market may be finally starting to see a break in the clouds.

Last season, it seemed that the United States just could not sell any wheat, and without the sales, domestic wheat stocks ballooned to the largest volume in almost 30 years.

Be t we e n Ju n e 2 0 1 5 a n d Ma y 2016, the United States — once the world’s breadbasket — shipped t h e l ow e s t q u a n t i t y o f w h e a t since 1971-72. With the world full of wheat, the premium cost of the U.S. product had sent buyers elsewhere.

But the situation has changed.

U.S. wheat shipments are in their prime at this time of year, just before soybeans come online in October. And there are certainly more sales on the books this year than last year.

Data through Sept. 1 shows that wheat sales in the current season, which began on June 1, stand at the second-highest level of the previous five seasons.

Actual shipments thus far in the 2016-17 marketing year are off to a better start than the previous two campaigns. Weekly inspection data implies that the United States shipped about 100 million bushels of wheat in August, a very respectable amount compared with the last few years.

The fact that the world has become inundated with wheat in recent seasons did not help U.S. wheat trade last marketing year, especially since buyers had cheaper options available. But now the price is much more favourable for the U.S. grain.

Since early 2015, the U.S. dollar index has been elevated to levels not seen since the early 2000s, which has also made domestic wheat a tougher sell. Luckily for U.S. grain sellers, the dollar has now weakened compared with the start of this year.

The price of U.S. wheat, particularly the soft red winter variety grown in the eastern part of the Wheat Belt, has recently become competitive with its foreign rivals, especially those in Europe.

World wheat supply will likely grow this year compared with last year, as other key producers have turned up yet another huge crop.

weekly accumulated u.s. wheat sales

The Uni t e d St a t e s f a c e s s t i f f competition with Russia and Uk ra i n e, w h i c h t o g e t h e r c o mprise the world’s largest exporting region, accounting for one-quarter of world wheat exports last year.

Russia’s wheat crop has easily set a new record, while Ukraine has nearly tied its record crop.

Russia’s cause will be helped even further by the elimination of the wheat export duty, to take effect on Sept. 15 and last through July 1, 2018, so Russian sellers will be extra eager to find customers.

Karen Braun is a grain markets columnist for Reuters, the opinions expressed here are her own.

Closing the barn door after the fact Sudden concern about mergers on the part of politicians is too little, too late

BY ALAN GUEBERT Farm and Food File

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ne of the oldest truisms agriculture offers is the simple, rock-solid advice that the time to close the barn door is before the cows get out. Closing the door afterwards, as everyone knows, is pointless because the cows are already long gone.

Everyone, except of course, t h e U . S . Co n g re s s w h i c h , on Sept. 20, hosted a Senate Judiciar y Committee hearing on “Consolidation and Competition in the U.S. Seed and Agrochemical Industry.”

It arrived just one week after Bayer announced its US$66billion buyout of Monsanto (all figures U.S. funds).

A better time to have had a congressional hearing on Big Agbiz “competition” would have been a year ago before the world’s remaining seven ag-chem cows began to pair off and leave the barn.

First out the door last December were DuPont and Dow in what they described as a “merger of equals” — as if anything worth $130 billion has an equal. Next went Sy n g e n t a a n d C h e m C h i n a

A better time to have had a congressional hearing on Big Agbiz “competition” would have been a year ago before the world’s remaining seven ag-chem cows began to pair off and leave the barn.

who locked horns, then eyes, in February for $43 billion.

Then, in mid-September, Mo n s a n t o f i n a l l y a l l ow e d Bayer to take the lead and out the door they went, head to tail, into the brave new world of what Diana Moss of the American Antitrust Institute calls the “Big 4” — Bayer/ M o n s a n t o, D o w / D u P o n t , ChemChina/Syngenta, and, last and truly least, BASF. To g e t h e r t h o s e f o r m e r l y seven, now just four, firms have a virtual stranglehold on the global ag-chem market, combining for $67 billion in sales (2014 figures). Two of the biggest, however, Bayer/ Monsanto and Dow/DuPont, command 70 per cent of the world market, Moss said in Senate testimony Sept. 20.

If any of Moss’s worrisome antitrust numbers troubled

the hearing’s participating senators and panellists, most whistled right past that graveyard to get to their promised land — how American corporate taxes are too high, its regulations too heavy, and its overall business climate too spiteful for any company to survive long in this beloved, star-bangled land.

Indeed, griped North Carolina’s Republican Thom Tillis at one point, it’s a miracle any business sur vives given this nation’s “regulation and tax policy” and ideas like “ WOTUS, GMO labelling... and EPA regulation.” It’s really “survival of the unduly regulated,” he finally opined.

What does the controversial Clean Water Act’s waters of the U.S., or WOTUS, rule have to do with congressional action and American reaction

to consolidation and competition in the global ag-chem market?

Not a cotton-pickin’ thing, of course, but politicians and farm groups love to flog it like a rented mule to deflect serious questions into complex issues they don’t want to talk about.

For example, several senators at the judiciary hearing attempted to link today’s agchem merger fever with an American tax code filled with what they see as anti-corporation potholes.

Time and again, however, when asked directly about “uncompetitive” Amer ican corporate taxes as a key factor in the moves, company officials explained that their deals were not based on any kind of tax manoeuvres.

The direct, straight-up replies made no difference.

The senators, after all, weren’t after answers. They were after votes.

In between all this sudden Capitol Hill antitrust concern, some facts did emerge.

Mo s s , t h e o n l y a n t i t r u s t expert invited to the hearing, explained how the two giants of these deals, Bayer/ Monsanto and Dow/DuPont,

“are likely to adversely affect competition in three ways.”

“First, they will eliminate head-to-head competition in markets for certain crop s e e d a n d c h e m i c a l s,” s h e noted. Next, these marriages will “eliminate competition in agricultural biotechnology innovation markets and reduce opportunities for procompetitive... collaborations.”

And, finally, “( T )he combinations would create substantial vertical integration b e t we e n t ra i t s, s e e d s a n d chemicals.” These “platforms” will likely not “interoperate” with rival products.

All this evidence, testified Moss, points to “less innovation, higher agricultural input prices and less choice for farmers, and higher food prices for consumers” if these deals go through.

Overwhelming odds favour just that, though; nothing was said in the Senate hearing to indicate even a hint of a hurdle for any of them.

Which leaves just you and me with the perfectly pointless job of closing the barn door.

The Farm and Food File is published weekly through the U.S. and Canada. www.farmandfoodfile.com.

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FROM PAGE ONE LAND TAXES Continued from page 1

Land values double That sudden and dramatic increase in land values means farmers will be paying a greater — and some say inequitable — share of the total municipal budget unless the government adjusts the “portion percent­ age” assigned to farmland.

“To me that is a pretty easy fix,” Rob Brunel, a farmer and mayor of the Municipality of Ste. Rose said in an interview.

“There is still going to be some inequities, but it is going to be as easy a fix as there is. Some people’s taxes are still going to go up and some will go down, but the majority of the burden will not be placed on the farm­ land owners in our case.

“Now with the reassessment (of farmland values) there is a shift of who is paying what because farmland values in­ creased over 40 per cent (from the previous assessment) and in

general houses did not increase for the most part,” Brunel said.

“Not every homeowner is see­ ing a decrease in taxes, but I would say a majority of home­ owners saw a decrease in taxes and lots of businesses, which is rare, saw a decrease in taxes as well. The burden was put over to the agricultural land.”

Brunel has heard from a lot of irate farmers in his munici­ pality, created in 2014 when the Town of Ste. Rose du Lac and the RM of Ste. Rose amalgam­ ated. As a farmer, Brunel knows their pain. Property taxes on the land he farms, which includes rented land, went up $18,000 this year.

Taxation shift The amalgamation of an urban and rural municipality high­ lights the shift in the tax bur­ den, Brunel said. Formerly, each municipality’s rate payers — homeowners and businesses in town and farmers in the rural area — covered their own infrastructure, with rural resi­

dents also contributing to serv­ ices in town such as recreation.

Now that two municipalities have merged, farmers are see­ ing about a 40 per cent jump in their total property tax bill this year even though the munici­ pality’s budget is up less than one per cent, he said.

“In my opinion as a farmer and as a municipal leader there is no reason why farmland should be subsidizing urban ar­ eas or urban areas subsidizing farmland,” Brunel said. “There has got to be a balance.”

But the shift in tax collec­ tion isn’t restricted to newly merged municipalities, said Shawn McCutcheon who farms in the Homewood area in the RM of Dufferin. As its former reeve and former chair of Mid­ land School Division, he under­ stands the Byzantine world of property taxation better than most.

“There is a fairness issue I think with (some) people not paying their fair share (of the municipal budget, including

public good services such as libraries and recreation),” Mc­ Cutcheon said.

“It is a big problem I think. It is going to create hard feelings.”

Historical balance McCutcheon agrees the sim­ plest solution is developing new portioning numbers to restore the historical balance among property taxpayers.

It’s a sound alternative, in the short term, to lobbying the Man­ itoba government to remove education taxes from farmland and buildings, he added.

“There is no way the provin­ cial government will have the financial means in the near fu­ ture to address that farmland tax rebate (of 80 per cent capped at $5,000),” McCutcheon said.

“But we can say to the govern­ ment, ‘you can be a big part of the solution without it actually costing you any money.’ We are just going to realign the burden to fairly reflect historic trends.”

Keystone Agricultural Produc­ ers (KAP) president Dan Mazier,

who farms at Justice, said the current system isn’t fair. Land prices have doubled but “it doesn’t reflect the ability to pay,” he said in an interview.

“Can you imagine if factory taxes went up 50 per cent? It’s unbelievable.”

KAP is studying the farmland taxation issue, he said. In Au­ gust, KAP gave Education Minis­ ter and past KAP president, Ian Wishart, a “heads up,” Mazier said.

“Maybe now with a new gov­ ernment in place we can have a reset,” he said.

Indigenous and Municipal Relations Minister Eileen Clarke was on the road last week and unavailable for an interview.

“Manitoba’s new government recognizes that taxes in this province are high and a com­ petitive tax environment mat­ ters when it comes to attracting new investment and protecting farmers’ bottom line,” a spokes­ person said in an email. allan@fbcpublishing.com

Farm Business Communications in online award running The COPAs will be presented Nov. 7 in Toronto STAFF

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he online arm of Win­ nipeg farming journal publisher Farm Business Co m m u n i c a t i o n s ( F B C ) i s re p re s e n t i n g a t t h i s f a l l’s Canadian Online Publishing Awards (COPAs).

The COPAs, to be presented Nov. 7 in Toronto, are a juried competition to promote and s u p p o r t C a n a d a’s d i g i t a l publishing industr y, oper­ ated by Mississauga-based publishing sector magazine Masthead.

Finalists for the 2016 COPAs were announced Sept. 14 in the competition’s three divi­ sions: Blue (Business/B2B/ Tr a d e / A c a d e m i c ) , R e d (Consumer) and Green (News).

T h e f o u r C O PA f i n a l ­ ists from FBC in the Blue d i v i s i o n t h i s ye a r i n c l u d e Coun­t r y-Guide.ca, for Best Trade Media Website, and Grainews.ca, for Best Editorial Packaging.

The E-Quip Blog with Scott Garvey, a farm machinery and equipment blog by Grainews machinery editor Garvey, is a finalist in the same division for Best Blog or Column.

A l s o, i n t h e B e s t V i d e o C o n t e n t c a t e g o r y, F B C ’s Ma n i t o b a Co o p e ra t o r. c a i s represented by Titans of the Garden, a segment produced

by Co-operator reporter Lorraine Stevenson following a grower of giant pumpkins from planting through to the weigh-in at Manitoba’s pres­ tigious Roland Pumpkin Fair.

Various websites and mobile apps produced by Glacier Media’s FBC division have earned one gold and five sil­ ver COPAs in the Blue division over the last three years.

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GRAIN SAFETY Continued from page 1

in-depth prevention and emergency plan training at worksites.

The producer support is vital to the success of the initiative, said Marcel Hacault, CASA’s executive director.

Canada is putting new emphasis on this area due to the high numbers of entrapments occurring as this country’s grain storage capacity expands, added CASA’s agricultural safety and health specialist Glen Blahey.

From 2003 to 2012 there were 34 confirmed deaths. Last year alone there were seven, including four children. In one highly publicized incident, three children in the same family died after becoming entrapped in a truckload of canola.

“It supports our belief that education is the most effective way to promote farm safety.”

solidified walls of peas when they collapsed on him.

Industry leaders say this is a very important program to support.

“This is a great program and our commitment ensures growers have access to tools that can help shape a safe farming operation,” said Kevin Auch, Alberta Wheat Commission chair in a news release.

“It supports our belief that education is the most effective way to promote farm safety.”

These latest contributions go toward what’s now over $300,000 CASA has raised toward the $400,000 needed for this first phase of the program over three years.

A second phase expanding the program into more communities would raise CASA’s fundraising target to $785,000.

Other donations and sponsorship have come from grower associations, companies, event organizers and media sponsors across the country.

This isn’t an exact replica but an example of the kinds of mobile units already in use in the U.S. offering farmers farm safety education on the dangers of grain entrapment. PHOTO: GLEN BLAHEY

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Last year may have been “a bit of an anomaly” but the number of entrapments is far too high, occurring in multiple circumstances and on the rise, Blahey said.

“We see them progressively increasing,” he said.

Farmers or bystanders often fail to recognize the dangers, including realizing that the surface of grain is just like quicksand.

There have been multiple incidents when someone has attempted to stand or cross a grain surface and been sucked down as it’s being drawn out of the storage from below, Blahey said.

Entrapments also occur if someone attempts to walk across the surface of grain where a void exists beneath. This occurred in Manitoba a few years ago, when a farmer who was unloading grain entered the bin from the top to break a crust over the surface where the grain bridged. He broke through and was immediately enveloped from the grain that came down from the sides on top of him.

Death by grain entrapment also occurs if someone enters a storage facility and solidified grain on the walls collapses.

The Grain Safety Program will give farmers and their families in Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta an opportunity to interact with the mobile display unit in a variety of locations, including farm shows.

The first responders’ training is also very important because in rural situations many of these people are volunteers and the extrication procedures are difficult, technically challenging and dangerous in their own right, despite the precautions. Even as these incidents are on the uptick, the specialized training they need can remain a lower priority because they don’t happen all that frequently, said Blahey.

Last February first responders who had received grain rescue training were able to save the life of another Manitoba farmer who was in a bin trying to break down

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Specialty chicken quota available STAFF / The Manitoba Chicken Producers (MCP) is launching a new specialty quota program.

In a recent media release the group said it’s aiming to give consumers more choice and create opportunities for smaller-scale operators to meet the demand for various types of meat chickens.

The program covers specialty breeds, unique weight categories, specialized production methods, and chickens slaughtered in accordance with religious beliefs. The quota allotments will be for 10,000 kilograms per year.

“Consumers are looking for variety in fresh chicken,” said Jake Wiebe, MCP chair, adding certified organic and halal chicken will be two drivers behind the program.

Farmers can apply for the designation that includes a $200 nonrefundable application fee, a business plan and proof of ownership for land and buildings suitable for raising chickens.

First-ever Agricultural Biosciences International Conference comes to Winnipeg Organizers of international bioscience conference promise to include women speakers in their 2017 conference

BY SHANNON VANRAES Co-operator staff/Fargo, N.D.

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Manitoba’s Deputy Minister of Agriculture Dori Gingera-Beauchemin announces location of ABIC 2017. Photo: Shannon VanRaes

h e A g r i c u l t u ra l Bi o s c i e n c e s International Conference (ABIC) ventured outside of the European Union for the first time this year and now organizers are bringing it to Winnipeg for its Canadian debut in 2017.

Speaking to bioscience researchers and industry leaders at this year’s conference in Fargo, North Dakota, M a n i t o b a’s D e p u t y M i n i s t e r o f Agriculture Dori Gingera-Beauchemin said her department was excited to have partnered with the Life Sciences Association of Manitoba to host next year’s event.

“It’s my pleasure to accept the torch for next year’s conference,” she said after receiving a symbolic glass flame from the chairman of this year’s conference, Roger Reierson.

“We know you do yeoman’s work and we are so excited about having the opportunity to host you next

year,” said Agriculture Minister Ralph Eichler, who — while unable to attend in person — spoke to the crowd via a short video.

“We have so much to share with you and we know that together we can make a difference,” he added.

This year’s chairman also promised to include female speakers in next year’s conference.

“When we looked at the agenda, we did say, where are all the great female scientists who are out there?” said Reierson, who is also on the ABIC foundation’s board of directors. “It’s a mistake, I agree it’s a mistake, there are a lot of great female scientists out there in the audience... who could easily have been on stage.”

He added that while organizers did contact some of the keynote speakers, participating companies and institutions put forward recommendations as well.

Next year’s conference will take place in Winnipeg, September 25 to 28. shannon.vanraes@fbcpublishing.com

WHAT’S UP

“We know the work we put in to grow safe, healthy food.

We’re the ones who should tell our story.”

Sam Bourgeois, Agvocate Apple Producer

Please forward your agricultural events to daveb@fbcpublishing. com or call 204-944-5762.

Sept. 30-Oct. 1: Manitoba Fibre Festival, Red River Exhibition Park, 3977 Portage Ave., Winnipeg. Call 204-888-6990 or visit manitobafibrefestival.com.

Oct. 1: Roland Pumpkin Fair. Call 204-343-2314 or email artccam@ gmail.com.

Oct. 4-6: Canadian Agricultural Safety Association annual conference, Rodd Charlottetown, 75 Kent St., Charlottetown, P.E.I. For more info visit conference.casa-acsa.ca.

Oct. 15: Manitoba Rural Women’s Day, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion Hall, 633 Second Ave., Rivers. For more info or to register visit www. mbwi.ca or call 204-726-7135.

Oct. 18: Manitoba Pork east district fall producer meeting, 12:30 p.m., Heritage Centre, 100 Heritage Trail, Niverville. For more info or to register call 204237-7447 or visit manitobapork. com/events.

Oct. 19: Manitoba Pork west district/Hutterite Brethren fall producer meeting, 1:30 p.m., William Glesby Centre, 11 Second St. NE, Portage la Prairie. For more info or to register call 204237-7447 or visit manitobapork. com/events.

Oct. 21: Fields on Wheels conference, Four Points Sheraton South, 2935 Pembina Hwy., Winnipeg.

For more info or to register visit http://tinyurl.com/zljfxs6.

Be somebody who does something.

Be an agvocate.

Learn more at AgMoreThanEver.ca.

Oct. 25-27: Canola Discovery Forum, Fairmont Winnipeg, 2 Lombard Place, Winnipeg. For more info or to register visit www. canolacouncil.org/what-we-do/ upcoming-events/.

Oct. 27: Red River Ex/Manitoba Agricultural Hall of Fame Harvest Gala Dinner, Victoria Inn, 1808 Wellington Ave., Winnipeg. For more info email foundation@ redriverex.com or call 204-8886990.

Oct. 29: Manitoba Rural Women’s Day, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Dugald Community Centre, 544 Holland St., Dugald. For more info or to register visit www.mbwi.ca or call 204-726-7135.

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Top food fight prize goes to craft beer maker

Craft beer, energy bars, and Asian-inspired sauerkraut impress Great Manitoba Food Fight panel judges in 2016

BY LORRAINE STEVENSON Co-operator staff

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he 2016 Great Manitoba Food Fight’s top prizewinner is a unique small-batch beer, signalling the creativity and new potential in this province’s emerging craft brewing sector.

John Heim of Torque Brewing Co. in Winnipeg last week took home the gold package worth $10,000 for the Witty Belgian Wheat Beer the company has developed.

The beer is a traditional Belgian wheat beer with hints of orange, lemon, lime and coriander, now being brewed in Manitoba. Heim was presented with the prize the competition held in Winnipeg September 21 where prizes were also awarded to a Brandon-based cookie maker and a Winnipeg-based food product developer.

Katy Unruh of Katy’s Kookies in Brandon took the $7,000 silver prize for her Cherries Jubilee Natural Lean bar. The bronze $3,500 award went to Kimberley Bialkoski of Flora and Farmer in Winnipeg for their Applekraut, an Asian-inspired twist on traditional sauerkraut and made with cabbage, apples and spices.

All three winning competitors have not yet fully commercialized their new products, but amply impressed the panel of judges with their beverage and food creations and business pitches.

Other products vying for title this year varied from a dried sausage popular in Southern Africa, several chocolate products, a herb and garlic ‘marinade-in-a-bag, the popular Icelandic vinertarta dessert, and a specialty syrup made from birch trees.

Agriculture Minister Ralph Eichler said the competition continues to provide a venue to support entrepreneurs as they move toward commercialization while recognizing how important they are to the provincial food sector.

“Entrepreneurship is thriving in Manitoba’s food sector, and we continue to see new, innovative and delicious food products coming forward,” he said in a government release.

This is the 10th year of the food fight, which became a popular annual and stand-alone event that was originally part of former Capturing Opportunities and Rural Forum events.

Twenty applicants applied this year, said Shauna McKinnon, business development specialist with the Food and Agri Product Processing department of Manitoba Agriculture, adding that the calibre of competitors is getting higher with each year. All applicants must submit to a stringent vetting process to become one of the 10 selected to compete. They don’t require a full-fledged business plan, but must be able to respond to questions about marketing, cost of production and other key areas related to food product manufacturing.

“Most of the applicants are already working with our department so they know the steps they need to take, and are well prepared,” McKinnon said.

The Great Manitoba Food Fight is sponsored by the Manitoba government and Food & Beverage Manitoba, in partnership with De Luca’s.

Dave Shambrock, is executive director of Food and Beverage

“While it’s always nice to have judges say positive things about a product, thought-provoking questions that make the business owner rethink some aspect of their product or marketing plan can be far more valuable.”

Dave Shambrock Food and Beverage Manitoba executive director

Manitoba, formerly the Manitoba Food Processors Association, another partner organization. The food fight is an excellent way for startup companies to get some honest feedback about their products and their plans for the market, Shambrock said.

“While it’s always nice to have judges say positive things about a product, thought-provoking questions that make the business owner rethink some aspect of their product or marketing plan can be far more valuable.”

The food fight has helped fos-

ter some substantial new food companies over the years including the 2009 gold-prizewinning GORP energy bar, produced by a Niverville-based company and now sold in over 600 stores across Canada. Another successful startup includes the 2014 bronze-prizewinning Adagio Acres naked oats, produced at a farm near Lundar and now sold in nearly 50 specialty grocery stores in Winnipeg and also served in 30 restaurants. lorraine@fbcpublishing.com

John Heim of Torque Brewing Co. in Winnipeg takes home the 2016 Great Manitoba Food Fight gold prize for the company’s new Witty Belgian Wheat Beer.

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LIVESTOCK MARKETS (Friday to Thursday) Winnipeg September 23, 2016 Slaughter Cattle Steers — Heifers — D1, 2 Cows 78.00 - 86.00 D3 Cows 70.00 - 76.00 Bulls 107.00 - 114.00 Feeder Cattle (Price ranges for feeders refer to top-quality animals only) Steers (901+ lbs.)

150.00 - 169.00 (801-900 lbs.)

160.00 - 182.00 (701-800 lbs.)

165.00 - 188.00 (601-700 lbs.)

170.00 - 192.00 (501-600 lbs.)

178.00 - 203.00 (401-500 lbs.)

180.00 - 207.00 Heifers (901+ lbs.)

135.00 - 160.00 (801-900 lbs.)

140.00 - 169.25 (701-800 lbs.)

148.00 - 172.00 (601-700 lbs.)

155.00 - 176.00 (501-600 lbs.)

160.00 - 182.00 (401-500 lbs.)

165.00 - 193.00

Heifers

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

(850+ lbs.)

Alberta South $ 133.00 - 135.00 132.75 - 135.00 85.00 - 97.00 75.00 - 87.00 — $ 160.00 - 175.00 154.00 - 170.00 156.00 - 172.00 159.00 - 173.00 160.00 - 180.00 170.00 - 194.00 $ 148.00 - 162.00 154.00 - 170.00 156.00 - 172.00 159.00 - 173.00 160.00 - 180.00 170.00 - 194.00

(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 (September 23, 2016) in U.S. Fed Cattle Close Change October 2016 107.08 0.13 December 2016 106.95 -0.02 February 2017 107.33 0.13 April 2017 106.83 0.83 June 2017 100.15 0.90 August 2017 98.45 0.48

Feeder Cattle September 2016 October 2016 November 2016 January 2017 March 2017 April 2017

Cattle Slaughter Canada East West Manitoba U.S.

Ontario 123.62 - 134.77 116.00 - 130.76 80.30 - 93.15 67.25 - 93.17 101.49 - 126.17 $ 152.38 - 179.84 168.67 - 189.32 166.91 - 191.29 156.28 - 207.67 167.27 - 222.55 176.39 - 231.78 $ 124.40 - 148.57 136.69 - 163.45 141.76 - 164.91 138.82 - 172.67 154.67 - 187.36 163.89 - 195.70 $

Close 137.00 132.30 129.50 125.43 123.60 123.33

Change 3.03 0.60 0.18 0.17 -0.23 0.13

Cattle Grades (Canada)

Week Ending Previous Year­ September 17, 2016 60,645 57,828 12,515 11,973 48,130 45,855 NA NA 604,000 578,000

Previous Year 1,060 32,191 16,622 654 1,348 5,313 290

Week Ending September 17, 2016 1,549 36,475 14,802 474 1,324 5,065 339

Prime AAA AA A B D E

Hog Prices (Friday to Thursday) ($/100 kg)

Source: Manitoba Agriculture

E - Estimation MB. ($/hog) MB (All wts.) (Fri-Thurs.)

MB (Index 100) (Fri-Thurs.)

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

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

Current Week 162E 150E 150.99

Last Week 162.25 149.87 150.99

Last Year (Index 100) 181.94 169.56 172.32

154.31

154.31

174.09

Futures (September 23, 2016) in U.S. Hogs

Close

Change

October 2016 December 2016 February 2017 April 2017 May 2017

54.20 48.60 53.48 59.80 67.38

-0.95 -0.85 -0.38 0.50 2.18

Major feedlot closure may push more cattle south Low volumes are making the market tough to define CNSC

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rices for cattle at auction marts across Manitoba held mostly steady on the week, as auctioneers work to define the market and futures values creep higher.

The closure of a major Alberta feedlot, however, is highlighting a lack of profitability in the feeding sector.

“We’re just sort of feeling things out,” said Allan Munroe of Killarney Auction Mart, which had a 180-head sale on Sept. 19.

Low volumes have made the market hard to define, he said, but volumes are expected to increase this week as the fall run continues.

“The fall run is just getting tighter and tighter, and I think it’s going to break loose in the second, third week of October through about the second week of December,” Munroe said.

Cattle prices at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange have been creeping higher and prices for feeders are better than they were two weeks ago.

A policy change in China could further underpin North America’s cattle market. Beijing has lifted a 13-year-ban on certain forms of Canadian beef.

China announced it will allow sales of bonein beef from Canadian cows younger than 30 months, effective Sept. 19.

“That goes into effect immediately, so that’s great,” said Brian Perillat, manager and senior analyst at CanFax, a cattle-marketing arm of the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association. “Having greater leniency on the product they can send over there is great.”

Sheep and Lambs Winnipeg Wooled Fats

Choice (110+ lb.)

(95 - 109 lb.)

(80 - 94 lb.)

(Under 80 lb.)

(New crop)

150.00-165.00 175.00-194.00 185.00-204.00 190.00-210.00 90.00-102.00 75.00-85.00

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 September 25, 2016 Broiler Turkeys (6.2 kg or under, live weight truck load average) Grade A ................................................$1.955 Undergrade ........................................$1.865 Hen Turkeys (between 6.2 and 8.5 kg liveweight truck load average) Grade A ................................................$1.945 Undergrade ........................................$1.845 Light Tom/Heavy Hen Turkeys (between 8.5 and 10.8 kg liveweight truck load average) Grade A ................................................$1.945 Undergrade ........................................$1.845 Tom Turkeys (10.8 and 13.3 kg, live weight truck load average) Grade A................................................. $1.905 Undergrade..........................................$1.845 Prices are quoted f.o.b. producers premise.

Toronto 100.77 - 133.58 169.01 - 194.37 210.43 - 226.75 205.16 - 229.30 201.79 - 245.94 —

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 Winnipeg (Hd Fats) Kids Billys Mature

<1,000 lbs.

1,000 lbs.+

CanFax

On the bearish side of the market, the closure of one of Canada’s biggest feedlots is a source of concern for Manitoba’s producers, Munroe said.

A l b e r t a - b a s e d We s t e r n Fe e d l o t s h a s announced it will shut its cattle-feeding operations in 2017 once it’s worked through its current cattle on feed.

“We’re certainly going to be watching that; there’s nothing we can do about it, certainly a negative, but the feedlots have lost so much money in the last year,” Munroe said.

Ranchers are now looking to the U.S. to spur much-needed demand to make up what will no longer be going to Alberta. Other feedlots will also be cautious and closely watching the futures board, he said.

It’s too soon to measure the exact impact of the feedlot’s closure, Perillat said.

“We may see a few more cattle go south as well this fall. But it’s definitely not good for producers.”

The feedlot sector has been steadily losing money, he added, and the upside potential for calves this fall is limited.

“Taking one more buyer off the market certainly reduces the competition,” he said.

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

Western Feedlots closure seen hurting prices

T h e c l o s u re o f o n e o f Canada’s biggest cattle feedlots is likely to depress prices of young cattle and the grains used to fatten them, and may increase sales to the U.S., industry officials say.

Alberta-based Western Feedlots said Sept. 21 it will shut feeding operations early in 2017, citing poor market conditions and unfavourable economic factors in the province. “ The market we’re in now can’t get much more depressed,” said Martin Zuidhof, chairman of A l b e r t a Ca t t l e Fe e d e r s’ Association and a rancher who also runs a feedlot.

The price of young cat-

tle is likely to face pressure, and if it leads to fewer cattle raised in the province, could jeopardize profits in the packing industry, he said.

The price of slaughterweight cattle has dropped 30 per cent from a year ago.

Alberta’s two biggest beef packers, Cargill and JBS USA, declined to comment.

Barley and wheat are fed to cattle to fatten them for slaughter, and Western’s closure may also weigh on prices of those grains if feeder cattle numbers dip, Zuidhof said.

Canada is the world’s sixth-largest beef exporter, and Alberta raises more cattle than any other province.

Canadian cattle prices are mostly affected by U.S. prices and the value of the Canadian dollar, although domestic conditions play a role, said livestock industr y analyst Kevin Grier.

Consumer meat prices are unlikely to be affected by

one feedlot’s closure, he said.

“In principle, it’s going to depress the demand for feeder cattle,” he said.

Western’s closure may result in ranchers selling more young cattle to U.S. feedlots, he said.

Despite Western’s plan to stop fattening cattle, Alberta is not likely to lose more feedlots, the province’s agriculture minister said.

Agriculture Minister Oneil Carlier said he spoke with a feedlot industry group the previous week.

“No one indicated that to me,” Carlier said in an interview. “There is good news on the horizon and I’m hoping the decision taken by Western Feedlots was… not going to affect the rest of the industry.”

Carlier said his government, criticized by Western, has supported the cattle industry, including increasing a loan guarantee program for producers.

Toronto ($/cwt) 150.75 - 256.53 — 114.32 - 240.44

Horses Winnipeg ($/cwt) — —

brian perillat

briefs

Winnipeg/Reuters

Other Market Prices

“Having greater leniency on the product they can send over (to China) is great.”

Jade MarkuS

BY ROD NICKEL

$/cwt Ewes Lambs

$1 Cdn: $0.7595 U.S. $1 U.S: $1.3165 Cdn.

column

Cattle Prices

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

EXCHANGES: September 23, 2016

Toronto ($/cwt) 35.00 - 51.00 50.62 - 68.09

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The Manitoba Co-operator | September 29, 2016

GRAIN MARKETS column

Manitoba Elevator Prices Average quotes as of September 26, 2016 ($/tonne)

Agreement with China on dockage supports canola

Future

Basis

Cash

E. Manitoba wheat

185.10

34.80

219.90

W. Manitoba wheat

185.10

28.49

213.59

E. Manitoba canola

468.30

-32.50

435.80

W. Manitoba canola

468.30

-37.32

Untimely rains raise yield and quality concerns Phil-Franz Warkentin CNSC

I

CE Futures Canada canola contracts were up during the week ended Sept. 23, as gains in world vegetable oil markets and news that Canada had reached a deal to keep selling canola to China under old dockage allowances provided support.

China’s Premier Li Keqiang was in Canada during the week, and a highlight of the visit as far as the canola sector was concerned was the deal reached on canola dockage. While details were sparse, the basic takeaway is that Canada will be able to keep shipping canola containing up to 2.5 per cent dockage to China until at least 2020.

China is the biggest single customer for Canada’s canola exports, and fears the country would lower the amount of dockage it would accept to one per cent had the Canadian sector concerned over potentially lost exports and increased cleaning costs.

The agreement was touted as “science based.”

However, what that somewhat vague term means is still unclear, especially as when asked, most farmers and industry participants will quietly agree that blackleg concerns were never the real reason behind the dispute. On Canada’s side, the question remains over just how much “dockage” is being added after the fact to canola shipments.

The question for China is on whether or not the whole situation was part of a broader strategy to lower prices.

430.98 Source: pdqinfo.ca

Aside from the intrigue of global trade deals, attention in the canola market is also squarely focused on seasonal harvest issues.

Untimely rains continue to cause problems in parts of the Prairies, raising yield and quality concerns for later-harvested fields.

Statistics Canada also released a modelbased production estimate on Sept. 20 that used satellite imagery to place canola production at 18.3 million tonnes. That would put the crop well above the 17 million tonnes forecast using the traditional surveymethodology in August and in line with the 18.4 million tonnes grown in 2015-16.

However, most traders are still wary of the StatsCan numbers, with most leaning toward a production number in the 19-million- to 20-million-tonne range.

In U.S. markets, soybeans and corn were both lower during the week as harvest pressure mounted across the Midwest.

While heavy rains were a concern in some areas, the fields that were being harvested were reporting better-than-expected yields, which will likely limit any upside potential in the near term.

For wheat, prices remain rangebound ov e r a l l , b u t s p r i n g w h e a t f u t u r e s i n Minneapolis did manage to trend higher.

The gains there were tied in part to mounti n g d i s e a s e c o n c e r n s w i t h t h e No r t h American spring wheat crop as the harvest moves forward in Canada.

Phil Franz-Warkentin writes for Commodity News Service Canada, a Winnipeg company specializing in grain and commodity market reporting.

For three-times-daily market reports and more from Commodity News Service Canada, visit the Markets section at www.manitobacooperator.ca.

Port Prices As of Friday, September 23, 2016 ($/tonne) Last Week

Weekly Change

U.S. hard red winter 12% Houston

154.87

2.48

U.S. spring wheat 14% Portland

225.51

6.80

Canola Thunder Bay

481.00

15.30

Canola Vancouver

486.00

15.30

Closing Futures Prices

As of Thursday, September 22, 2016 ($/tonne) Last Week

Weekly Change

ICE canola

471.00

15.30

ICE milling wheat

215.00

3.00

ICE barley

133.00

-2.00

Mpls. HRS wheat

184.18

3.67

Chicago SRW wheat

149.00

2.20

Kansas City HRW wheat

154.60

1.75

Corn

132.57

2.66

Oats

114.93

2.76

Soybeans

358.81

9.55

Soymeal

339.31

-0.77

Soyoil

748.82

42.34

Cash Prices Winnipeg As of Thursday, September 22, 2016 ($/tonne) Last Week

Weekly Change

Feed wheat

n/a

n/a

Feed barley

136.41

2.30

n/a

n/a

429.90

-10.24

Rye Flaxseed Feed peas

n/a

n/a

Oats

166.00

0.00

Soybeans

401.24

-4.04

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

17.50

-0.10

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

Ask

Ask

Prairie wheat bids firm with U.S. futures Front-month U.S. wheat futures were up from the previous week

BY DAVE SIMS CNS Canada

S

pring wheat cash bids across We s t e r n C a n a d a f i n i s h e d moderately higher during the week ended Sept. 23.

Depending on the location, average Canada Western Red Spring (CWRS) wheat prices were up by roughly $2-$4 a tonne compared to the previous week, according to price quotes from a cross-section of delivery points across the Prairie provinces compiled

by PDQ (Price and Data Quotes).

Average prices ranged from about $210 per tonne in Saskatchewan’s southwest to as high as $221 at Peace River, Alta.

Quoted basis levels varied from location to location, but held reasonably steady to range from about $25$36 per tonne above the futures when

Average durum prices were higher, with bids coming in between $261 and $275 per tonne in Saskatchewan and Alberta.

using the grain company methodology of quoting the basis as the difference between U.S. dollar-denominated futures and Canadian dollar cash bids.

When accounting for currency exchange rates by adjusting Canadian prices to U.S. dollars, CWRS bids ranged from US$159 to US$168 per tonne. That would put the currencyadjusted basis levels at about US$19$27 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 $24 to $34 below the futures.

Bids for Canada Prairie Spring Red (CPSR) wheat reported by PDQ were also relatively unchanged compared to the previous week.

Average CPSR prices came in at about $154-$169 per tonne in Saskatchewan and Alberta.

Average durum prices were higher,

with bids coming in between $261 and $275 per tonne in Saskatchewan and Alberta.

The December spring wheat contract in Minneapolis, off of which most CWRS contracts in Canada are based, was quoted at US$5.0375 per bushel on Sept. 23, up about 11 cents per bushel from the previous week.

Kansas City hard red winter wheat futures, traded in Chicago, are more closely linked to CPSR in Canada.

The December K.C. wheat contract was quoted at US$4.205 per bushel on Sept. 23, around three U.S. cents higher compared to the previous week.

The December Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT ) soft wheat contract settled Sept. 23 at US$4.215, up four cents on the week.

The Canadian dollar settled Sept. 23 at 75.92 U.S. cents, up roughly a quarter of a cent from the previous week.

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The Manitoba Co-operator | September 29, 2016

LIVESTOCK 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

A river runs through it Cattle producers who have a river or creek running through their pasture land may want to check out the innovative fencing solution the Seine-Rat River Conservation District is testing

BY JENNIFER PAIGE Co-operator staff/Brandon

W

hen agricultural land meets active waterways, conflict can arise. Producers may need to run fencing across the river to contain livestock, but river users want open channels.

With an active portion of the Rat River winding through his pasture land, Manitoba cattle producer Peter Funk was all too familiar with this scenario.

“When the water comes up in the spring people like to move down the river in canoes, but I had to have an electric fence up to keep my cattle contained,” Funk said. “It seemed like every time they would come down the river they would cut the fence so that they could get through,” said Funk, who runs a 70-head cattle operation south of Grunthal.

On several occasions Funk has discovered his fencing snipped by recreational river users, and he was concerned about someone getting injured by his fencing.

“This is an issue that is definitely out there,” said Jodi Goerzen, manager of the Seine-Rat River Conservation District (SRRCD). “I know that a lot of times canoeists will travel with snips in their pockets for wires and debris that come about. It certainly is an issue. It is more of an unspoken issue but it does happen quite a bit.”

By working with local landowners, the SRRCD has found an innovative solution to meet the needs of both river users and landowners.

“We work in a lot of riparian areas and it is important to use the resources we already have to find the best solutions that benefit agriculture and the local community,” said Robert Budey, SRRCD subwatershed representative of the Rat River and Joubert Creek Watershed.

It was Budey, after speaking with Funk about the issue, who took it up at the next regular subdistrict meeting of the organization. There stakeholders felt the issue was big enough to warrant a cross-river fence pilot project back in 2015.

Budey and the SRRCD came up with a design for a cross-river fence, which was inspired by the Dolores River Boating Advocates (DRBA) group in Colorado.

The fence consists of a steel cable that is raised a few metres above the river, and secured to a fence post on either shoreline. Plastic PVC pipes are hung from the cable, one foot apart, to create a curtain effect. Wire was threaded through a drilled hole in the PVC pipe and looped around the steel cable.

“Peter installed the fence posts on either side of the river and then we waited until the water level dropped quite low to run the cable and set up the curtain,” Goerzen said.

The SRRCD altered the DRBA’s original design by adding a rope, which is thread through the wire

The Seine-Rat River Conservation District is piloting a cross-river fence that effectively contains cattle while allowing recreational river users to pass through safely. Photos: SRRCD

“Those using the river are able to go right through and it still keeps my cattle where they should be. I would definitely recommend this for anyone who has been having similar issues on their operation.”

Peter Funk Manitoba cattle producer

loops, to create a pulley system that allows the pipe curtain to be pulled back at freeze-up.

“The pull curtain was an alteration that we made to the original design,” Goerzen said “We found, because of freeze-up and spring melt with the ice moving along the river, we also needed to install a pull curtain that shifts the PVC tubes out of the way of the moving ice, and also for those who use the riverway in the winter, like snowmobilers and cross-country skiers,” Goerzen said.

The new fencing solution also comes with an appealing price tag of just under $1,000.

“We are really surprised with such a simple solution,” Goerzen said.” I think that people look to us for inno-

The cross-river fence design includes a pulley system that can move the PVC pipe curtain out of the way for freeze-up and spring melt.

vation and we find something that is a pretty easy fix that can solve a big issue for them. And, that is certainly the case here. We had no idea this was such an issue for people and to be able to offer this simple, affordable solution is great.”

The PVC pipes will stay consistent with the water level and act as a visual barrier to deter livestock, while at the same time still allowing any recreational river users to pass between the pipes safely.

“So far this has worked excellent with the cattle,” Funk said. “As the water goes down these plastic pipes always stay with the water level and the cows never go underneath.

Before I always had wires across and had someone been moving down

the river and not notice, there was potential for them to get seriously hurt and I would have been liable.

With this version here it is really safe; those using the river are able to go right through and it still keeps my cattle where they should be. I would definitely recommend this for anyone who has been having similar issues on their operation.”

Both Funk and SRRCD have had a number of inquiries about the design and the SRRCD has also committed to installing two more cross-fences in its district.

You can check out how the fence works for canoeists at http://tinyurl. com/gr7e7pb. jennifer.paige@fbcpublishing.com

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The Manitoba Co-operator | September 29, 2016

Province confirms the 10th case of PEDv Ten cases of porcine epidemic diarrhea have been confirmed in Manitoba since May 26

BY JENNIFER PAIGE Co-operator staff/Brandon

T

he number of confirmed cases of on-farm porcine epidemic diarrhea virus (PEDv) in Manitoba has officially entered the double digits and more are expected to arise over the next few months.

“We are entering the season now where it is getting cooler and damper and those are the ideal conditions for this disease to spread. We will likely see more cases being confirmed over the next few months,” said Andrew Dickson, general manager of the Manitoba Pork Council.

Manitoba’s 10th case of PEDv was found on Sept. 21 at a finisher farm in southeast Manitoba. The farm is located within five kilometres of the sow farm that was confirmed positive for PEDv the previous week.

The operator is currently working with a veterinarian and Manitoba’s chief veterinary office (CVO) to contain the site and make plans for animal care and site cleanup.

Farms located within a five-kilometre radius of this operation have been notified and are being tested.

ease relatively at bay in comparison to our neighbours to the south through tight biosecurity measures and maintaining ports of entry.

“For starters our pig density here is much less than it is in say, Iowa. The state of Iowa produces 35 million to 37 million pigs a year and we produce about nine million,” Dickson said. “Our barns are also farther apart, we have very strict biosecurity measures and we spend a lot of time and money as an industry training staff and service providers to maintain these measures.”

In terms of transportation, Dickson says Manitoba has gone out of the way to make sure trailers are going to central sites and are being properly disinfected.

“We also have a limited number of ways the virus could be introduced into the province. There is only one or two ports of entry into Canada from the U.S. into our market, so if those trailers that come through are properly disinfected, we can keep the level of disease at bay,” Dickson said.

“And, we are unique in that. If you are in Iowa, they have farmer roads and numerous highways.

There is just no way they can control the points of entry there.”

He adds that Western Canada’s approach to managing PEDv has been very different than in the U.S. “We are taking the approach of keeping the disease out and if we get a case, we go in and rapidly clean it up and not let it drag on,” Dickson said. “In the U.S., the approach has been to let the disease wash through the national herd and hopefully enough resistance will build up in the sows that the mortalities will eventually drop. But, we simply can’t afford to lose that number of baby pigs.

And from a general care point of view, we want these animals to be healthy and become mature animals that we can market.”

PEDv causes severe dehydration and diarrhea in pigs and is generally fatal in young animals.

It does not transmit to humans or other animals and is no risk to food safety.

Since the disease first appeared in the U.S. in 2013, more than eight million pigs have died from PEDv in North America.

In Canada, Ontario has had the most confirmed cases of the virus since it first appeared in the country in 2014, and the rest of Western Canada has steered clear of the virus thus far, with no clinical onfarm cases being recorded west of Winnipeg.

Moving forward Producers in the sector are being asked to be extremely vigilant when it comes to biosecurity protocol and to proceed with caution when dealing with any trailers that may be returning from assembly yards.

“Go back and look at your biosecurity plan and make sure that you are doing what you are planning. Also, make sure that every person in the organization is a part of that plan,” Dickson said. “The other thing to think about is the service providers, the guy who does the meter reading for Hydro, the guy who picks up

the garbage, the pizza delivery.

Everybody has got to be on top of their game and doing their bit to control the spread of this disease.”

In the meantime, sector research and development has been moving forward with a vaccine.

The Vaccine and Infectious Disease OrganizationInternational Vaccine Centre is in the final phase of testing a PEDv vaccine at the University of Saskatchewan.

Commercial production of the vaccine is being fast tracked by the European pharmaceutical company, Huvepharma but commercial availability in Canada will depend on how quickly trial results can be obtained.

“The development of this vaccine is pretty critical. Like all disease, having a vaccine is your first line of defence. They are hoping that something will be available this winter but a lot will depend on how the trial goes,” Dickson said. jennifer.paige@fbcpublishing.com

Transportation protocol Confirmed cases of PEDv began popping up in the province in late May of this year, after being free of the disease for 16 months.

“It is difficult to pinpoint a source of introduction. There are known sources in Manitoba. For example, we know that assembly yards are contaminated with the virus and we know trailers that have been down to the U.S. and aren’t washed or disinfected properly are very likely to be infected due to the high virus load there,” Dickson said.

The first case in the string of 10 was found on May 26, less than one month after the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) lifted an emergency transportation protocol.

The emergency transportation protocol had required drivers to seal livestock trailers at the border upon their return to Canada and travel immediately to a Canadian wash station to be disinfected.

When this protocol was lifted, livestock trailers were required to be washed in the U.S. before returning to Canada.

“The chances of a trailer becoming infected at a U.S. wash station are high and we are saying from a disease management perspective, it makes more sense to keep the disease-free status of that trailer intact and get it back in Canada so it doesn’t get infected,” Dickson said.

Producers and industry members have been lobbying CFIA to reinstate the emergency transportation protocol ever since it was lifted.

“We are trying to get CFIA to give us an option to allow trailers to be washed in Manitoba without having to be washed and disinfected in the U.S.,” Dickson said. “CFIA is looking at what it can do. The problem is in the legislation, as it limits its ability to offer options. So, it is looking at the current regulations to see if there is a way that it can allow that to happen.”

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The Manitoba Co-operator | September 29, 2016

LIVESTOCK AUCTION RESULTS Weight Category

Ashern

Feeder Steers

Gladstone

Grunthal

Heartland

Heartland

Brandon

Virden

Killarney

Ste. Rose

Winnipeg

21-Sep

20-Sep

20-Sep

20-Sep

21-Sep

19-Sep

22-Sep

23-Sep

300

283*

54

686

562*

180*

340*

1,015

Over 1,000 lbs.

154.00-168.00

150.00-166.00

n/a

155.00-173.00

n/a

n/a

n/a

145.00-158.50

900-1,000

140.00-179.75

165.00-176.50

110.00-120.00

165.00-179.00

158.00-173.00

n/a

n/a

150.00-166.00

800-900

148.00-182.00

170.00-182.50

116.00-129.00

175.00-191.00

165.00-178.00

n/a

165.00-177.00

155.00-178.00

700-800

160.00-187.50

160.00-186.50

120.00-150.00

170.00-185.00

172.00-187.00

165.00-175.00

170.00-185.00

160.00-188.00

600-700

170.00-194.00

170.00-186.50

130.00-158.00

180.00-194.00

170.00-187.00

170.00-182.00

165.00-188.00

167.00-189.00

500-600

160.00-198.00

190.00-205.00

185.00-200.00

190.00-213.00

178.00-193.00

175.00-190.00

170.00-195.00

175.00-201.00

400-500

n/a

200.00-231.00

195.00-230.00

n/a

185.00-204.00

n/a

175.00-201.00

185.00-211.00

300-400

n/a

n/a

230.00-252.00

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

190.00-215.00

135.00-163.25

n/a

n/a

145.00-158.00

138.00-154.00

n/a

n/a

130.00-153.00

No. on offer

Feeder heifers 900-1,000 lbs.

800-900

140.00-165.75

157.00-165.00

131.00-142.00

145.00-160.00

150.00-163.00

155.00-166.00

n/a

145.00-166.00

700-800

145.00-170.50

155.00-175.50

126.00-139.00

155.00-170.00

157.00-172.00

160.00-168.00

150.00-166.00

152.00-168.00

600-700

n/a

160.00-178.50

n/a

160.00-172.00

160.00-172.00

160.00-172.00

140.00-165.00

155.00-170.50

500-600

165.00-176.50

160.00-183.00

n/a

165.00-177.00

160.00-174.00

n/a

140.00-160.00

160.00-175.00

400-500

155.00-183.00

170.00-193.00

165.00-178.00

170.00-185.00

167.00-184.00

n/a

150.00-180.00

165.00-181.00

300-400

n/a

180.00-207.00

177.00-200.00

n/a

n/a

n/a

165.00-181.00

170.00-186.00

No. on offer

96

n/a

91

26

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

D1-D2 Cows

78.00-86.00

n/a

75.00-94.50

85.00-94.00

83.00-88.00

82.00-90.00

80.00-87.00

78.00-87.00

D3-D5 Cows

55.00+

n/a

n/a

78.00-84.00

76.00-83.00

n/a

70.00-80.00

74.00-80.00

Slaughter Market

Age Verified

88.00-93.00

n/a

n/a

n/a

83.00-90.00

n/a

n/a

n/a

Good Bulls

106.00-118.00

n/a

100.00-109.75

110.00-120.00

106.00-115.00

105.00-115.00

n/a

105.00-114.00

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

Butcher Steers Butcher Heifers

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

Feeder Cows

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

95.00-115.00

Fleshy Export Cows

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

Lean Export Cows

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

Heiferettes

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

90.00-102.00

n/a

n/a

n/a

* 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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SHEEP & GOAT COLUMN

Hangover from last large sale limits bidding Buyers still met sellers, but action was muted compared to the last sale

GOAT DOES

BY MARK ELLIOT Co-operator contributor

Ewes

$170.64

T

he latest sheep and goat sale at Winnipeg Livestock Auction was smaller than the previous large sale, and suffered from a bit of a hangover from the volume of animals that came to market at that event. Bidding was fairly consistent with the last sale, but some classifications saw slightly lower prices, as buyers proved to be more selective. Not all the animals from the last sale had been slaughtered yet, resulting in a surplus feel to the sale.

There did not appear to be price difference between wool and hair ewes at this sale. The average price ranged from $0.93 to $0.98 per pound. An exception was a 180-pound Cheviotcross ewe with extremely heavy wool which brought $0.70 per pound.

The bidding on the rams was similar to the ewes. The average price ranged from $0.85 to $0.94 per pound. The lighter-weight rams created more interest from the buyers. A 160-pound Suffolkcross ram brought $1.03 per pound and a 165-pound Suffolkcross ram brought $1.16 per pound.

A 115-pound Rideau-cross lamb represented the heavyweight classification at this sale.

DAIRY

animal weight

$0.51

78 lbs.

$133.44 - $146.02

$1.11

92 lbs.

$116.20 - $126

$1.42

113 lbs.

$1.11

115 lbs.

$1.36

126 lbs.

$0.96

170 lbs.

$2.21

80 lbs.

$2.19

85 lbs.

$2.21

80 lbs.

$2.19

85 lbs.

$2.43

72 lbs.

$2.30

77 lbs.

DAIRY

$2.43

72 lbs.

MEAT

$2.30

66 lbs.

$2.24

68 lbs.

$2.30

66 lbs.

$2.24

68 lbs.

$1.65

48 lbs.

$107.35 - $108.30 Lambs (lbs.)

110+

$198.95

95 - 110

$179.55 - $198.45

80 - 94

$169.15 - $179.27

BUCKS meat dairy

Under 80 70 / 91

$140 / $140.58

65 - 69

$128.05 - $133.98

56 / 59

$114.24 / $118.59

48

$91.20

This lamb brought $1.73 per pound.

Market lamb prices were similar to the last sale. An exception was two 95-pound lambs which brought $2.02 per pound.

Feeder lambs held fairly constant but buyers were still selective. The average price ranged from $1.93 to $1.99 per pound. An exception were 11 84-pound Suffolk-cross lambs that brought $2.04 per pound.

The 70-plus-pound lambs brought a price range from $1.98 to $2 per pound.

/ lb.

The 60-plus-pound lambs kept similar prices, ranging from $1.03 to $2.03 per pound.

Four 56-pound Suffolk-cross lambs brought $2.04 per pound.

A lot of 18 59-pound lambs brought $2.01 per pound.

Two 48-pound Rideau-cross lambs brought $1.90 per pound.

Quality goat does spurred strong bidding from buyers, with good development and structure interesting buyers.

Four 126-pound Alpine-cross does brought $1.36 a pound.

The demand for goat bucks

KIDS - Under 80 MEAT

DAIRY

has been fairly constant in the various sales. Older goat bucks garnered less interest at this sale.

Goat kids always produce some strong bidding as soon as they enter the arena due to high demand. Supply of goat kids from sale to sale has been a challenge.

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clearly indicated that in all classifications the prices have dropped. The buyers could not continue the purchasing at the rate they have and plenty of animals are available from the producers. Even the goat prices had dropped, not being able to continue the strong bidding.

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

A chance of rain early next week Issued: Monday, September 26, 2016 · Covering: September 28 – October 5, 2016 Daniel Bezte Weather Vane

T

he strong storm system the weather models forecast last weekend to affect our region did materialize, but as usual with strong storms, it didn’t behave exactly as expected. Instead of coming in as one main system, it came through in waves of energy. It also took a more westerly and northerly track, which resulted in eastern Saskatchewan, western Manitoba and the central and northern Interlake regions seeing the heaviest amounts of rain.

For this forecast period it looks like dry weather will prevail for the most part, as high pressure tries to dominate.

Pacific high pressure will begin building into our region on Wednesday, bringing sunny to partly cloudy skies along with above-average temperatures.

Expect daytime highs to be in the upper teens, with overnight lows to be around +7 C. By the time the weekend rolls around, the weather models show another large area of low pressure developing to our southwest. Our winds should

become southerly on Friday and Saturday ahead of this low.

Temperatures also look to be fairly mild, thanks to that southerly flow. Expect daytime highs to be around the 20 C mark; they may get even warmer, depending on the amount of sunshine on Saturday.

The weather models are currently tracking this low northnortheast through Saskatchewan on Saturday and then through northern Manitoba on Sunday.

This should keep most of our forecast region dry, with only the odd chance of a shower or possibly a thundershower over the weekend. On Monday, as the low pulls off to the east, we’ll see a cold front push in from the northwest. This front will bring with it some showers and maybe the odd thundershower if it comes through late in the day.

High pressure should build back in on Tuesday, bringing cooler temperatures.

Usual temperature range for this period: Highs, +9 to 21 C; lows, -1 to +8 C.

WEATHER MAP - WESTERN CANADA

36 Month (1095 Days) Departure from Average Precipitation (Prairie Region) August 2, 2013 to July 31, 2016

< -600 mm -600 to -500 mm -500 to -400 mm -400 to -300 mm -300 to -200 mm -200 to -100 mm -100 to 0 mm 0 to 100 mm 100 to 200 mm 200 to 300 mm 300 to 400 mm 400 to 500 mm 500 to 600 mm > 600 mm 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 © 2016 Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada

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.

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: 08/10/16 www.agr.gc.ca/drought

This issue’s map is one I haven’t used before. It shows the departure from average precipitation across the Prairies over the last three years, ending on July 31 this year. Averaged over this time period, Saskatchewan has been wet, as have parts of western and extreme eastern Manitoba. South-central Manitoba has been a little on the dry side, while extreme northwestern Alberta has been the driest.

A detailed look at this year’s frost-free season Winnipeg has shown the longest frost-free season of all the major Prairie stations

BY DANIEL BEZTE Co-operator contributor

I

received a few emails asking me to look into frost and the length of the frost-free season in more depth, so that is what we are going to start off with this week. Years and years ago, back when I was working on my thesis in geography at the University of Winnipeg, I did some research into the length of the frost-free season across agricultural Manitoba and parts of Saskatchewan. You can even do an Internet search and find an article I wrote with Dr. Danny Blair on the subject. Well, I definitely don’t have the time right now to do that kind of in-depth research, but I did dig a little deeper into this year’s numbers.

I looked back at the daily data for the major stations I typically use across all three Prairie provinces and recorded the dates for the last spring frost (LSF) and the first fall frost (FFF). Using these values, I then calculated the length of the frost-free season (FFS). The values I used for both the last spring frost and the first fall frost was 0.0 C or colder. I then compared these values with the 19812010 averages as provided by Environment Canada, which can be found on its website at climate.weather.gc.ca. I was

hoping I would be able to do a quick look at the trends in the length of the frost-free season, as Environment Canada does provide climate normals for both the 1971-2000 and 1961-90 periods. Unfortunately, these two datasets of climate normals did not contain the same frost data as the 1981-2010 dataset.

The table you see here shows the dates for the last spring frost (LSF), first fall frost (FFF), and the length of the frost-free season (FFS). I have also included the 1981-2010 averages. The final two columns give us a range of expected lengths for the frostfree season: the 90 per cent value means 90 per cent of the time, we should have an FFS no shorter than this; the 10 per cent value means 10 per cent of the time we could see an FFS that long.

Looking at the average data first, I always find it surprising just how close nearly all the stations are to each other across the Prairies. The difference between the shortest FFS and the longest is just 11 days, with Edmonton coming in at 110 days and Winnipeg at 121 days.

L e t’s b e g i n o u r l o o k i n Alberta, where both Calgary and Edmonton saw an FFS that was about five days longer than average. Farther north in the Peace River region, the FFS was about five days shorter.

Table: Last spring frost, first fall frost and frost-free season (in days)

Station

2016 data

LSF

FFF

FFS

1981-2010 average LSF

FFF

FFS

90 per cent

10 per cent

Peace River

May 21

Sept. 5

107

May 19

Sept. 9

112

74

126

Edmonton

May 15

Sept. 7

115

May 24

Sept. 12

110

82

132

Calgary

May 15

Sept. 13

121

May 21

Sept. 16

117

80

131

Saskatoon

May 13

Sept. 13

123

May 21

Sept. 15

117

88

137

Regina

May 16

Sept. 12

119

May 20

Sept. 12

115

73

128

Dauphin

May 14

Sept. 17

126

May 23

Sept. 17

116

86

132

Brandon

May 17

Sept. 17

123

May 17

Sept. 14

119

94

124

Winnipeg

May 17

Sept. 26

132

May 23

Sept. 22

121

96

141

In Saskatchewan, Regina and Saskatoon both had a longerthan-average FFS by about five days. Finally, in Manitoba, the Brandon region had the shortest FFS at 123, but this was still above average by about four days. Dauphin saw an FFS of 126 days, a good 10 days longer than average. The Winnipeg region has had the longest FFS of all the major Prairie stations, with 132 days and still counting as of Sept.

26. This is 11 days longer than average, and with no significant chances of frost until sometime in the first week of October there is a chance that this region could see a less than one-in-10 frost-free season. Once things settle down in my world, I’ll take a look

at the trends in the frost-free season across the three main stations in Manitoba.

Despite La Niña To finish off this week, the global temperature data for August came out last week and the results were a little surprising.

Despite El Niño coming to an end and neutral-to-weak La Niña conditions (colder-than-average ocean temperatures across the tropical Pacific), global temperatures once again reached record levels. Most climate scientists were expecting a warmer-thanaverage month, but without the assistance of a warmer-thanaverage Pacific, many felt August would break the string of consecutive record-breaking months.

B o t h NOAA a n d NASA

reported that globally, August 2016 was the warmest August ever recorded. NOAA reported global August temperatures that were 0.92 C above average, beating last year’s record by 0.05 C. This is the 16th consecutive month that NOAA has reported record-breaking monthly values. Meanwhile, NASA reported a value of 0.98 C above the 20thcentury average. This is the 11th consecutive record-breaking month. Scientists now put the chance of 2016 being the warmest year on record at nearly 99 per cent. This would make 2016 the third consecutive hottest year on record. The longterm outlook for 2017 is leaning toward slightly cooler conditions globally, but like August, guess we’ll have to wait and see.

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CROPS Herbicide resistance quietly growing problem in Manitoba Multi-pronged weed control strategies that go beyond chemicals are urged by researchers

BY RON FRIESEN Co-operator contributor

F

armers may lose the war against herbicide-resistant weeds if they don’t start using other forms of control besides chemicals, a University of Manitoba weed scientist says.

Herbicide resistance, common in other countries, is starting to appear in Western Canada and it’s just a matter of time before it becomes prevalent here too, Rob Gulden warns.

Years of continuous herbicide use to control weeds is starting to produce resistant biotypes which no longer respond to chemical treatment, Gulden said in a recent presentation to University of Manitoba agriculture students and staff.

For that reason, producers need to “use as many tools as possible” against persistent weeds, he said.

Right now, herbicide-resistant weeds are mostly distant thunder in Manitoba. In an interview, Gulden said the province is “so far, so good,” when it comes to herbicide resistance but producers still need to be vigilant against it.

“The battle continues but we keep losing modes of action, so we do have to be careful,” he said.

“We haven’t lost the war yet but we’re losing some battles for sure.”

Manitoba’s latest canary in the coal mine occurred in 2013 with the detection of glyphosate-resistant kochia in corn and soybean fields near Emerson and Elm Creek, following a provincial survey that fall.

Only two years earlier, the first case of glyphosate-resistant kochia in Western Canada was detected in southern Alberta. Its rapid progression across the Prairies shows how quickly resistant biotypes can spread, Gulden said.

In his presentation, Gulden showed slides to illustrate the point. In 2006, the first case of glyphosate-resistant giant ragweed was detected in south-central Minnesota. Seven years later, glyphosate-resistant weeds, including ragweed, kochia and water hemp, had spread throughout the state and into North Dakota.

In other parts of the United States, the situation is even worse. Gulden showed a slide stating that in Arkansas, where glyphosateresistant cotton is a staple crop, 52 per cent of all cultivated hectares are now hand weeded because glyphosate is no longer effective.

In desperation, cotton farmers have increasingly turned to tillage to control resistant weeds. Gulden said the number of cultivated cotton acres rose from 13 per cent in 2004 to 32 per cent in 2010.

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acres are devoted to wheat and canola, which compete well against weeds.

But there is a significant glyphosate-resistance problem with volunteer canola, which is glyphosate resistant. Gulden said volunteer canola is a particular problem in corn and soybeans, which are row crops and have space between rows for volunteer canola to grow.

Gulden recommended several management practices to limit the spread of resistant weeds.

One involves using higher seeding rates and narrower row spacing to promote crop growth so that dense crop canopies can outcompete emerging weeds.

Another practice is simply to combine canola at a slower speed to prevent harvest losses and limit future crop losses to volunteer canola.

One study found that volunteer canola can reduce average crop yields by six per cent.

Still another way to control weeds in fall is to actually encourage them to grow by slightly

disturbing the soil with a light tillage pass.

Gulden said this will trigger late emergence of weed seedlings, which are then killed by cold weather.

Gulden said a number of weed control methods used in conventional farming are standard practice in organic systems as well.

Organic producers often use higher seeding rates which produce more competitive crops. This also helps compensate for crop losses when growers do in-crop tillage for weed control.

“They’re aware that these tools work and they rely on them very heavily,” he said. “Cultural controls are critical to make an organic farm work.”

Gulden said cultural practices to control resistant weeds are essential because there have been no new modes of action for herbicides since 1990. Chemical companies admit there’s no new chemistry in the pipeline for the next 10 to 15 years and farmers must use any other methods they can.

Farmers have relied heavily on chemicals for too long and it’s time to use a complete tool box for weed control, he said.

“In the process of stepping away from combining those tools, we’re actually setting ourselves up to select for resistance more quickly because we’re not using the additional tools.”

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Pulses toward back of research pack

While biotechnology has made big changes to some types of crop production, pulses remain underfunded “I believe that grain legumes are the food for the future, they are nutrient rich, they promote good health, most importantly they provide income for family farms and improve their sustainability.”

BY SHANNON VANRAES Co-operator staff/Fargo, N.D.

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hen competing against staple crops like corn, wheat and rice, pulses get the short end of the research funding stick.

Speaking to a crowd of biotechnology insiders at the Agricultural Bioscience International Conference in Fargo, North Dakota last week, Professor Irvin Widders said the sheer variety of pulse crops guarantees funding will be spread across several research areas, if it’s provided at all.

“Funds are significantly limited, because of the large number of grain legume species and their limited relative importance around the world — compared to a simple crop such as maize or rice or something like that,” explained the director of Michigan State University’s Feed the Future Legume Innovation Lab. “But

Irvin Widders

A graduate student works with common beans in a greenhouse at North Dakota State University. Photo: Shannon VanRaes

on the other hand, I’m trying to preach a message that what is unique about pulses or grain legumes is their diversity. And when we think about the global challenge going forward, we really need to talk about and exploit that diversity, because it provides us with options.”

Appealing to the innovators in the room, he challenged the tra-

ditional idea of pulses’ role in food security and nutrition.

“I want to stretch your mind a bit and not only think of these groups of crops as producers of a dry grain,” he said. “For most of these you can harvest, market and consume other parts of the plants.”

Widders noted that in sevT:10.25” eral African countries, including

Zimbabwe, the vegetative portion of the plant is used as a leafy green similar to spinach. Other areas also dry the leaves for future consumption.

“And it’s highly valued in their diets, and certainly nutritional,” he said. “So there is incredible diversity within these crops as well.”

Consumption of fresh pulses, either shelled or unshelled, is also an option.

However, in much of the world pulses are not reaching their genetic yield potential, according to the professor and researcher.

This is attributed in part to lagging breeding programs, but also

due to issues of crop management, he said.

“Because of the lack of investment in grain legumes over the years, productivity in particular has lagged behind the growth of many other crops,” Widders explained. “Here in the U.S. and Canada we manage our systems in a manner that enables us to achieve yields that are close to the genetic potential of these crops, but if I were to take you to many places in Latin America and Africa, or even Asia, the yields are maybe only 10 to 20 per cent of the genetic yield potential.”

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Given the ability of pulses to fix nitrogen, that means a huge missed opportunity, particularly in developing countries where inputs are lacking. In terms of energy consumption and climate change, he said that pulses also offer an opportunity to lessen the global impact of synthetic fertilizer production.

“I think I’m speaking to the choir on this point, you know that legumes are a family of crop species, both annual crops as well as perennials, even trees, that have a symbiotic relationship with a specific bacteria, rhizobial bacteria that take nitrogen gas from the air and convert it into ammonium, which can be then absorbed by the plant to produce protein,” he said, adding current production of synthetic nitrogen fertilizer is estimated to consume two per cent of the world’s energy production.

“The production of synthetic nitrogen... is a very costly enterprise,” he said. “There are millions in savings here.”

While pitching organic fertilizer to a room of biotechnology experts and advocates might seem counterintuitive, Widders said diversifying inputs and freeing up resources for other uses is a part of making agriculture more resilient. He also reminded those present that synthetic fertilizers are a relatively recent development.

“I was born in the year 1950, synthetic fertilizers were not produced commercially until the 1940s, it was a post-Second World War era of industry,” he said. “Since the Second World War, our agriculture has become more and more dependent upon these synthetic fertilizers… what we need to do is go back and reflect that there was a time in agriculture that we were able to produce crops without synthetic fertilizers, and we produced more efficient crops as we learned to maximize output with contributions these legumes made.”

Agronomics aside, the expert added that pulses can also play a role in combating both underand overnutrition across the globe. While all pulses provide high levels of protein, they also contribute to gut health and weight regulation.

“As an industry we consider grain legumes to be much more than just a protein-based food, they contain complex carbohydrates that are slow to digest… they are high in fibre and contain micronutrients that are essential for human growth,” he said.

And yet these mighty beans are still not top of mind for many research facilities, not even with 2016 being named the International Year of Pulses by the United Nations. Widders has travelled internationally, pushing governments to invest in pulse production and research, but has often encountered roadblocks.

“We had to make arguments to governments around the world to invest in this international research agenda on grain legumes, and it was very difficult when you came up against crops like maize, rice, other cereals, cassava, whatever,” he said, adding that cheap energy also plays a roll in diverting attention away from pulse crops.

Still, Widders is undeterred.

“I believe that grain legumes are the food for the future, they are nutrient rich, they promote good health, most importantly they provide income for family farms and improve their sustainability,” he said. shannon.vanraes@fbcpublishing.com

More corn rootworm found in Manitoba It’s already a major pest in the U.S. Corn Belt, but it can still be easily controlled here

BY ALLAN DAWSON Co-operator staff

T

here’s another reason not to grow corn on corn in Manitoba: corn rootworm.

The insect, which as its name implies, feeds on corn roots and is a major pest in the American Corn Belt, is showing up in greater numbers in Manitoba. But Manitoba Agriculture entomologist John Gavloski says there’s an easy fix: crop rotation.

“Even one year (without corn) should kill them,” Gavloski said in an interview Sept. 22. “When they are a small larva they need to feed within a few days. If there are no corn roots there, they are dead within a few days.”

The Manitoba Corn Growers Association’s most recent newsletter warns farmers to be on the lookout for the pest.

“The yield penalty you can get from infestations is greater than any producer wants to deal with and it is such an easy pest to scout for it’s just not worth

Corn rootworm is in Manitoba, but there’s an easy solution — rotate.

PHOTO: JOHN GAVLOSKI, MANITOBA AGRICULTURE

overlooking,” wrote MCGA field agronomist Morgan Cott.

Last year corn rootworms were found in a continuous cornfield near Souris.

“This year we started looking a little bit harder and we did find some near Morden and near Winkler and in fields where corn has been growing several years in a row,” Gavloski said. “I think we probably weren’t noticing it previously. Maybe they were here, but we just weren’t picking it up.

But now that we have been looking for it specifically you can, in some of these fields, find them quite easily.”

The best time to scout for corn rootworm is when corn is silking in late summer, Gavloski said.

Adult corn rootworm beetles feed on corn pollen and can be seen on cobs and leaves as well.

“Adult rootworm beetles will be jumping all over the place once they sense your movement... ” Cott wrote. “... we don’t have any economic thresholds in Manitoba since this is such a new pest to us.”

It’s not the adult, which can vary in colour from lime green to yellow, that damages corn plants, it’s the larva.

Corn rootworms overwinter in fields as eggs. They hatch in spring and larvae feed on corn roots. The feeding can affect nutrient uptake, but the main issue is with fewer roots corn is more susceptible to lodging, especially if there are strong winds.

“The (lodged) plants will continue to grow and the plant will straighten itself,” Gavloski said.

“You get what we call this ‘goosenecking’ effect. You do eventually get a straight cornstalk but closer to the ground you get a curve in it. When you get a lot of plants like that it can really make it difficult for harvesting.”

There is a variety of silage corm that’s resistant to corn rootworm thanks to a Bt (Bacillus thuringiensis) gene, but it’s different than varieties with the Bt to control European corn borers. Some varieties have both traits.

“But every time you add technology into the genetics you are adding extra cost,” Gavloski said. “It is probably overkill for Manitoba.”

And with repeated use, resistance genes can be overcome.

“It hasn’t been a really serious problem here in Manitoba,” Gavloski said. “Throughout the Corn Belt of the U.S. it is one of the major problems. In other areas in North America it is a real significant issue. Other than that one instance in Manitoba where they were having trouble harvesting, it hasn’t been a huge issue, but we know it is established.

That is a good reason to rotate.”

There are lots of other good reasons to rotate, including reducing the risk of other pests invading the crop, Gavloski said. allan@fbcpublishing.com

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CROP REPORT

Weather hangs over harvest progress Manitoba Agriculture crop report issued September 26, 2016 Southwest Region Producers were able to harvest between showers the past week, as the threat of more rainfall for the weekend was in the forecast. The weekend brought rain with several areas reporting 25 to 50 mm and some areas reporting as high as 80 mm.

The cereal harvest is nearing completion with approximately 10 to 15 per cent of wheat still to harvest. Canola harvest is 70 per cent complete with most producers reporting average yields and good quality. Flax harvest has yet to start.

The soybean harvest has started in the southern part of the region with reports of average to slightly above-average yields. Sunflowers are starting to mature and some producers are looking at desiccation.

Corn silage is being harvested with slightly above-average yields.

Pastures are declining but re c e n t ra i n s s h o u l d h e l p.

Several producers are looking at moving cows to fall pastures or feeding.

Northwest Region Windy weather through the week dried conditions enough that harvest operations resumed mid-week. However, widespread rain over the weekend brought harvest operations throughout the region to a halt.

Swan River received 20 to 35 mm of precipitation, The Pas 30 mm and amounts ranged from 25 to 50 mm around the Roblin and Dauphin areas. Cooler overnight temperatures with frost mid-week resulted in some visible crop damage. Heavy

morning dews and foggy conditions also reduced the available harvest time window.

Red spring wheat harvest is nearing completion in most of the region. Much of the grain combined over the last two weeks was tough and required drying. The barley harvest has begun with 20 per cent of the barley acres combined in the Swan Valley area, and approximately 40 per cent of the barley acres combined in the Roblin area.

Canola harvest continues with most canola in the region mature and much of it swathed. Some straight combining has occurred around the Dauphin area with approximately 80 per cent of the acres in the Dauphin area harvested.

In Swan Valley 70 per cent of the canola is combined, 50 per cent is combined in the Roblin area and 75 to 80 per cent is swathed in The Pas area, with 10 per cent combined. Canola yields are variable and quality is average.

Field pea harvest operations are generally complete with the soybean harvest just beginning. Corn remains standing.

Weeds are actively growing and some post-harvest field work has taken place, as conditions allow.

Weekend rainfall will delay forage harvest operations.

Central Region Near-seasonal temperatures and minimal precipitation through the week helped with harvest progress. Shorter days and heavy dews limit combining hours. Rain fell over

the weekend with most of the region receiving 15 to 25 mm.

All areas will need some sun and wind to get back into the fields.

Harvest is 75 to 90 per cent complete, dependent on the mix of crops in the area and weather conditions. The majority of the cereals is harvested with the remaining too wet to combine. Harvest of canola continues, with majority of acres complete. Canola yields range from 10 to 60 bu./acre, with an average in the 30 to 40 bu./acre range. Some producers chose to harvest canola before cereals. Flax is being harvested.

Rapid change is seen in soybeans. Leaf drop has occurred in most fields. Pod height this year has allowed for excellent pickup of bottom pods.

Harvest continues, with some excellent yields of 45 bu./acre to over 60 bu./acre in areas less impacted by excess moisture.

Harvest continues in edible beans as conditions allow.

Navy bean yields are reported in the 2,000 lb./acre range in the Portage area. Yields are estimated to be 200 to 300 lbs./ acre lower than average provincially, and 400 lbs./acre lower than average in the Altona area due to excess moisture.

Most sunflowers are in the R7 to R9 stage, with colour change evident. Corn is maturing: most fields are R5 (dent), with some reaching physiological maturity. Dry-down is noticeable. A couple of early fields have been tried, with moisture contents at 30 per cent. Corn silage is being harvested.

Weed growth continues, supported by the constant moisture in fields. Germination has continued through the season, and after herbicide applications were complete, causing some harvest problems.

Fall tillage continues. Good progress has been made on cereal and canola fields where conditions allow.

The majority of winter cereal seeding is complete. Conditions have been good with warm soils and decent topsoil moisture for an early establishment. Heavy rains following seeding have resulted in some thin stands, especially in low areas.

Some last hay cut is being taken on fields with good regrowth and yield potential.

Forage growth on pastures has slowed. However, the recent rains will help pastures stay green to the end of the growing season.

Eastern Region In the Eastern Region last week, daytime temperatures were cool to seasonal. There were only sporadic and localized light rainfall events occurr ing until the week end when rainfall, ranging from light mists and showers to storms with downpours, occurred throughout the region. Rainfall accumulations varied from 10 mm to over 30 mm.

Soy b e a n h a r ve s t s t a r t e d mid-week with producers harvesting wherever possible given the weekend weather forecast at the time. Canola harvest is estimated 98 per cent complete with reported yields ranging from 20 to 50 bu./acre range.

Most soybeans are at the R8 growth stage (fully mature) and most fields are ready to harvest. Soybean harvest is estimated at 10 per cent complete. Reported yields range from 40 to 50 bu./acre Most soybeans harvested are testing

dry at 14 per cent seed moisture or lower but some were harvested as high as 17.5 per cent. In some cases, harvesting speed had to be slowed to accommodate tough straw.

Sunflowers are in the R9 growth stage and desiccation is complete. Corn is in the R6 growth stage with the black layer forming at the base of the kernel.

Winter wheat seeded earlier this fall is in the threeleaf growth stage and has one tiller.

The majority of pasture land is rated in good condition.

Interlake Region With the weekend rainfall, fields are wet. Most of t h e a re a re c e i ve d ra i n f a l l amounts between one to 17 mm. Temperatures have also started to fall with night temp e ra t u re s re a c h i n g s i n g l e digits.

Most producers were harvesting soybeans later in the week, trying to complete as much har vest prior to the f o re c a s t e d w e e k e n d r a i n .

Soybean yields range from 40 to 50 bu./acre. All cereals and canola acres are harvested, with a few exceptions where canola is waiting to be har vested. Sunflowers and cornfields are turning colour.

Harvesting of these crops has not yet started. Cornfields are between R5 (dent stage) and R6 (physiological maturity).

Some sunflower fields are at the R8 stage with others at physiological maturity.

Producers are making progress with fall tillage operations. Winter wheat has emerged. Some fields are at the two-leaf stage.

Producers continue to ensile greenfeed and alfalfa/ grass stands. Most of the corn silage is still standing as it is too moist to ensile properly.

Pasture growth is slowing with shorter days and cooler temperatures.

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The Manitoba Co-operator | September 29, 2016

Malt barley growers face tough questions in soggy Alberta

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Growers’ harvesting window is closing fast under rainfall

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nseasonably wet conditions in Alberta this year are causing quality concerns for malt barley growers there.

Harvest typically begins in late August for many growers, but steady downpours have forced delays across much of the province.

“We actually started Sept.

1, but we only got two days in before it started to rain. We got two days in the following week and four days last week and that’s the extent of it; it’s just been that wet,” said Jason Lenz, an Alberta Barley director who farms northwest of Red Deer.

“I think the maltsters are definitely not going to get the quality they’re hoping for. That may increase the price of malt, but anyone who has barley that’s starting to chit bad and lose its germination, they’re going to take dockage,” he said.

His concerns are echoed by fellow director Jeff Nielsen, who has an operation near Olds.

“I’ve had two days of harvest weather the whole month of September.

“Conditions are questionable right now; there is the possibility of higher chit in the barley,” he said.

As a rule, malt generally does worse in high-moisture situations, as the germ will break away from the kernel too easily.

Maltsters have strict specifications for the malt they accept, which usually requires protein content of roughly 11-12.5 per cent (dry basis).

Both producers said they think it’s possible companies may decide to lower the requirements if too much of the barley is wet. “ They have in the past, because they need certain volumes to keep their plants full,” said Lenz.

Rain is threatening to push back the entire harvest to a point where damage is unavoidable, Nielsen added.

Current prices are already lower than last year, when they crept above the $6-a-bushel mark, he said.

“We contracted some for $5.40 or $5.50 this year. I believe the last two months it went down to about $5.25. I would expect (the price) would go up a little bit due to these wet conditions.”

At the end of the day, Lenz said, what’s needed is warm weather and dry winds.

“It’s a double-edged sword: there’s a lack of quality stuff, but the price will go up. Still, anyone who does get accepted for lower-quality malt will endure a discount.”

Nielsen decided to swath his barley after some of it became lodged.

Both he and Lenz expect the true state of the crop to become clearer as more samples are sent to maltsters.

Even the biggest truck will always lose a tie to a train. On Sept. 19 a gravel truck near Hadashville was heading northbound on Highway 11, when it collided with a train at a rail crossing. The driver and lone occupant of the truck, a 25-year-old male from Hadashville, was taken to hospital with minor injuries. The two train operators were released at the scene with minor injuries. The driver of the truck has been charged with failing to stop at a railway crossing. PHOTO: RCMP

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The Manitoba Co-operator | September 29, 2016

The world’s most commonly used weed killer has been found to be non-carcinogenic by the U.S. EPA. PHOTO: THINKSTOCK

Glyphosate found not likely carcinogenic by EPA U.S. agency adds its voice to the chorus calling the product non-carcinogenic

By Alex Binkley Co-operator contributor

I will wake the rooster and be the one who decides when it’s time to quit. I will succeed by working with whatever Mother Nature provides and place my respect where it is earned. I will actively pursue perfection.

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lyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup, has been found to not likely be a carcinogen.

The decision from the U.S. Environmental Protec­ t i o n A g e n c y ( E PA ) i s a n interim finding, with a final position due sometime next spring.

The decision matches up with a similar finding last year from Health Canada, which declared glyphosate safe when used in accordance with label directions.

Also last year the European Food Safety Authority con­ cluded glyphosate was “unlikely to pose a carcino­ genic hazard to humans.”

Before that, the World Health Organization’s International Agency for Research on Cancer classified glyphosate as “prob­ ably carcinogenic to humans.”

That study was criticized for basing findings on unrealisti­ cally high levels of glyphosate usage.

After reviewing the avail­ able data, the EPA says, “The strongest support is for ‘not l i k e l y t o b e c a rc i n o g e n i c t o h u m a n s’ a t d o s e s re l ­ evant to human health risk asse­ssment.”

After performing a re-eval­ uation last year of glyphosate, Health Canada proposed to continue registration of prod­ ucts containing glyphosate for sale and use in Canada. Once the final re-evaluation deci­ sion is made, the registrant will be instr ucted on how to address any new require­ ments, the department said.

It h a s n o t re l e a s e d t h e results of a public consulta­ tion launched when it issued the decision about the contin­ ued registration, a spokesman said.

“The department received many comments from vari­ ous stakeholders and is in the process of analyzing these

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comments. The final decision including a summary of the comments and our response, is scheduled to be published in 2017.”

Health Canada regularly reviews registered pesticides “... to ensure that they con­ tinue to meet modern stand­ ards for human health and environmental protection and provide value.”

The department studied data from a variety of sources and looked at potential health effects from exposure, as well as potential effects on the environment.

“Cu r re n t l y, n o p e s t i c i d e regulatory authority in the world considers glyphosate to be a carcinogenic risk to humans, including the recent reports of the European Food Safety Authority and the Joint U N Fo o d a n d A g r i c u l t u re Organization/WHO Meeting on Pesticide Residues,” the He a l t h C a n a d a s t a t e m e n t reads.

The EPA released a sum­ mary of the science used in its evaluation of glyphosate. It also proposed new risk reduc­ tion measures to further pro­ tect human health and the environment. The informa­ tion will be reviewed by a fed­ eral scientific panel.

The EPA said it has been reviewing glyphosate’s risk to human and animal health risks, as well as ecological risks, for decades.

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The Manitoba Co-operator | September 29, 2016

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4TH ANNUAL HEWSON’S ENTERPRISES EQUIPMENT CONSIGNMENT AUCTION ANGUSVILLE, MB EQUIPMENT CONSIGNMENT

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CONSTRUCTION AUCTION Toomey Construction Ltd.

Sat. Oct. 15th @ 10:00 am Fraserwood, MB – Jct 7 & 231, ¼ Mile South on Hwy 7 On West Side Contact: (204) 642-5544 AUCTION NOTE: Relocation Auction As They Now Have A Shop in Gimli and Are Downsizing Their Inventory!

Property & Buildings: RM of Armstrong 6.25 Acres, 3 Lots, Insulated Metal Clad Shop w 12’ x 12’ OH Door, Infloor Heat w Elec Boiler, Office, Bathroom. Good Gravel Base Yard Area. Subject to Owner’s Approval of Last Bid. Wheel Loader / Crawlers/Scraper CAT 966 C F/R Shuttle 3 ½ Yard Wheel Loader 18,538 Hours * Letourneau 8-10 Yard Hyd. Scraper w * JD 350C Crawler w FEL Showing 2765 Hrs. (Sold after JD Backhoe Attach) Tractor: 97 CAT Challenger 75C Triple Hyd. New Tracks, 330 HP 7700 Hrs. Excavator Attach * 2015 Pro Mac 52 BT II Brush Cutter WBM Q/A * SEC Wrist Twist 72” Bucket * 54” Skeleton Bucket WBM Q/A * 60” Bucket WBM Q/A * 60” Bucket WBM Q/A * 40” Digging Bucket w Frost Teeth WBM Q/A * Hyd Pallet Forks WBM Q/A * Skid Steer & Attach: 08 New Holland L 190 Skid Steer Aux Hyd A/C Heat 1460 Hrs. * VTS 60 Track Undercarriage System for NH 190 * Grouser Set 10” Steel Tracks * JD MH60 Tree Mulcher Attach * NH Ammbusher 72” Brush Mower * 6’ Hyd Sweeper w Collection Bucket * 7’ Hd Angle Dozer * Hyd Auger w 12” Bit * 2) Snow Buckets 1) 7’ 1) 8’ * 2) Cutting Edge w Digging Teeth * Skid Steer Door for JD D Series * Heavy Trucks: 05 Kenworth T800 565 Cummins Wet Kit, Sleeper , 731,000 KM SFT * 99 Int Eagle 9200 3406 CAT Tandem w 2015 Canuk 16’ Rock Box w Hyd Tailgate 1,100,000 KM SFT * 92 Kenworth T800 3406 CAT Heavy Spec Tandem w 16’ Gravel Box 613,699 KM SFT * 91 Freightliner FLD 112 L10 Cummins Tandem w 14’ Gravel Box 1,135,553 KM SFT * 92 Freightliner 3406 CAT 13 SPD Wet Kit Sleeper 1,495,000 KM SFT * Trailers: 2011 Canuck R12-3500 Triple Axle Gravel End Dump Sft * 05 Darco Ind 5th Wheel 24’ Deck Plus Beaver Tri Axle Flat Deck * 98 Trail Boss 21’ Deck 5’ Beaver Equip Hauler Tandem Dually * Construction Misc Atco Tri Axle 36’ Insulated Washroom Camp *Magnum 7 KW Generator Lighting Plant * Rome 14’ Blade * Wacker RD 7 Dsl Double Steel Roller Packer * Bombay BP 15/45-2 Gas Plate Compactor * Allen 725cc 8’ Ride on Power Trowel w Floater Pans * 3) 36” Power Trowel * Stihl T 5350 Quicky Saw * Elec Jack Hammer * Sokkin LP31 Builder Laser Level * Tools & Misc: 1000 Gal Fuel Tank w 110 Pump * 4) Fuel Slip Tanks * 3000 Watt Generator * Monarch 4” Trailer Water Pump * Honda 3” 8 HP Water Pump * 28’ End Dump Tarp * Hyd Cyl For End Dump * Scaffolding * ISF “Nudura” Insulated Concrete Forms * Sheet Metal * Some Lumber * Com Cement Forms * Chain Link Fencing * Doors * Windows * 3 Door Com Cooler * Shelving * Thermal Dymates Pak 7XR Plasma Cutter * 4) Miller Gold Star 302 Welder w 600 Volt Service * JD 6/12 Volt Charger * Paslode IM90 Nailer * Power & Hand Tools * Shop Related Items * Light Vehicles & Recreation 03 Ford F250XL 5.4 Auto w Service Box, 156,000 Km SFT * 87 Ford F350 6.9 Dsl Dually w 12’ Deck 145,000 Km * 04 Polaris Edge Touring Trail 550 CC 3549 Miles * 98 Skidoo Skandic Rotax 500 ,2448 Km * 08 Yamaha Battery 4 Wheel Golf Cart w Canopy & Charger * BH Double Snowmobile Trailer * Wood Fishing Cabin Sleigh *

FARM TOY/COLLECTORS, REGINA’s Annual Show and Sale. Featuring: Farm toys, parts, antique; Dinky toys; Nascars; model trains; crafts; semi trucks/automobiles, in all scales, plus crafts and collectibles. Held on Saturday, October 22, 10-5; Sunday, Oct 23rd, 10-4, at St. Basil Parish Centre, 1717 Toronto St., off Sask.

Drive between Winnipeg and Broad Street.

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Annual Fall Vintage Service Station & Coca Cola Collectibles Auction Sat. Oct. 29th @ 10:00 am Consignments Welcome!

WANTED: TRACTOR MANUALS, sales brochures, tractor catalogs. 306-373-8012, Saskatoon, SK. MORE AND MORE FARMERS are choosing Mack Auction Co. to conduct their farm equipment auctions!! Book your 2016 auction today! Call 306-634-9512 today! www.mackauctioncompany.com PL311962 AUCTION SALE FOR: Harvey and Jack Kleiman. Saturday, October 1, 9:00 AM, Hirsch, SK. Includes: 2009 GM Sierra SLE; 1956 Chev truck c/w water tank; 1985 Oldmosbile car (air control ride, 31,000 kms); Kubota L3540, w/snowblower and mower attachments; 986 IHC; 1951 40 Cockshutt; JD 410 back hoe; Forklift; 32’x7’ flatdeck trailer; Large detailed selection of shop and yard, misc. equipment, household and antiques. Key “M” Auction, Dellan Mohrbutter, phone 306-452-3815, PL #304543. www.keymauctions.com

MACK AUCTION CO. presents a Land and Estate Auction for the late John Smith on Friday, Oct, 21, 2016 at 10:00 AM. Directions 3 miles East of Ogema, SK on Hwy 33 and 3 miles North on Range Road 2220.

3-1/2 quarters of farmland sell in the RM of Norton and 2 quarters of farmland sell in the RM of Key West. Also selling Cockshutt 1650 2WD tractor, White Field Boss 2-70 tractor, Ford 9N tractor w/Rhino 3 PTH mower, 1967 Dodge 100 1/2 ton truck Stepside with only 37,900 miles, 1982 GMC S-15 truck with 31,523 miles, 1981 Plymouth Reliant K car, Craftsman lawn tractor, Cockshutt 246 cultivator, Crown fork type rockpicker, Allied 6-35 auger with Wisconsin engine, IH stationery engine, Carter Disc grain cleaner, rubber tired wagon with Imperial box, 5- Westeel 1350 bu. grain bins, 2- Westeel 1650 bu. grain bins. For sale bill and photos visit www.mackauctioncompany.com. Join us on Facebook and Twitter. 306-421-2928 or 306-487-7815 Mack Auction Co. PL311962

AUCTION FOR ABE AND MARY DYCK, Sat., Oct. 15 at 12:00 noon. Plus Estate items. 7 miles north of Austin, MB. on Hwy 34. 1989 Ford F150, 8’ slide in camper, shop tools, wood working tools, butchering equipment, furniture and appliances, 22 rifles and more. Check website for full listing www.nickelauctions.com Sale conducted by Nickel Auctions Ltd, Dave Nickel Auctioneer 204-637-3393, cell The Manitoba Co-operator. Manitoba’s best204-856-6900. read farm publication.

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AUCTION SALE

Annual Fall Gun Auction

Sun. Oct. 2nd @ 11:00 am

Stonewall, MB – #12 Patterson Drive

Teulon, MB – 5 Miles West on 415 Then South 100 Yards on RD 4 E #92-136 Contact: (204) 886-2133

Book Your Guns & Hunting Related Items in Now to Take Advantage of our Coast to Coast Advertising! Growing List on Web!

Denis & Marie Le Coq

Tractor & Equipment: Ford 2N Gas Tractor 3PH Good Rubber * Buhler / Farm King 6’ Blade * Farm King 3PH 6’ Cult * Case IH 3PH 6’ Deep Tiller * 3PH 42” Cult * Yard & Recreation: 85 Yamaha 225 3 Wheeler w Rev* Crafts 10 HP 30” Snow Blower * Crafts 18 HP R Mower * Metal Yard Tiller * 48” Aerator * Push Gas Mower * Gas Hedge Trimmers * Chain Saws * Dandelion Wick Sprayer * 12 Volt Sprayer Attachment * Weed Eater * Wheel Barrow * Water Fountains * Yard Pond & Pump * Windmill * Yard Ornaments * Propane BBQ * Picnic Tables * Yard Benches * Set of 6 Belgium Bowls * Garden: Honda F 210 Roto Tiller * MTD 5 HP Rear Tine Tiller * Gilson 5 HP Roto Tiller * Honda FG 100 Mini Tiller * Garden Seeder * 2 Wheel Garden Cart * HD Tomato Cages * 4’ x 8’ Wash Racks * 3” 50’ Discharge Hose * Soaker Hose * Tools: LKS Welder * Booster/Charger * Port Air Comp * Table Saw * Bench Grinder * Power Tools * Makita Belt Sander * Makita 3/8” Drill * Dewalt ½” Impact * Cordless Tools * Shop Vac * Vice * Gear Puller * Hand Tools * Socket Sets Up To ¾” * Wrenches * Misc: Submergible Pump * Wood Heater * 3 PH Draw Bar * Chain Hoist * Steel Fence Posts * Berkel Elec Meat Grinder * Berkel Sausage Maker * Hand Meat Saw * Propane Turkey Boiler * Live Trap * Propane Banger * Shelving * Antiques: Oak S Curve Roll Top Desk * Singer Treadle Sewing Machine * Cedar Chest * Trunks * Scuffler * Skeet Tosser * Cream Can * Lantern * Cuckoo Clock * Carnival Hen * Reuben Head * Wringer Washer * Household: Brunswick 6’ x 12’ Pool Table & Accessories * Deep Freeze * Oak Coffee & End Tables * Couch & Love Seat * 3PC BR Suite * Gliding Rocker * 2 D Filing Cabinet * Flat Screen TV * Sewing Machine * Dehumidifier * 50lb Household Scale * K Appliances * Stuart McSherry (204) 467-1858 or (204) 886-7027

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Sat. Oct. 22nd @ 9:30 am

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COMBINED AUCTION FOR Quentin & Madelyn Robinson and Mrs. Margaret and the late Clive Unrau, Sat. Oct. 8th at 11:00 AM. 2 miles West of MacGregor on Hwy. 1 till Rd 60W 3 miles North till Rd 68, West 1/4 mile till yard #60061. Website: www.nickelauctions.com Property: South 80 acres of SE-13-12-11-W approx.

80 acres w/14x70’ house trailer and 400 sq. ft. addition. 24x28’ double detached garage; 30x70’ cattle shed; 30x48’ biotech.

Terms: on website for viewing phone 204-685-2362. The property will be auctioned at 2:00 PM. The owner reserves the right to accept or reject the final bid.

Equipment: 1967 Int. 756 w/2350 Int. loader, 2 hyds., PTO, 18.4x34, 7733 hrs; NH 270 baler; NH 1002 bale carrier; 5 wheel rake; 16’ Case cultivator; 16’ Pony harrows; 8’ Cockshutt 240 deep tiller; 3-14 Oliver plow; 14’ Int. 100 press drill w/grass seed attachment; 110 bu. Kendon hopper wagon; farm wagon; old fanning mill. Horse & Livestock Equip. 45 Brome and Alfalfa bales. 2 IHC #9 hay mowers; JD 2 R corn planter; set of horse harness w/britching; set of horse harness; 3 adjustable horse collars, (like new); horse collars; double trees; triple tree; goat/sheep tipping scale/chute with squeeze; 9- 16’ sheep panels; 11- 8’ sheep panels; 5 panels w/walk thru gates; hog scale; 7 round bale feeders for goats; goat transport box; rolls of high tensil wire; Galagher fencing for goats and chickens.

Shop Tools: Robinson’s, phone 204-685-2362. Mrs. Margaret Unrau: JD LA135 riding mower w/Ez-steering, 110 hrs.; Berc 30” TBH garden tiller; 24” Cub Cadet snowblower. Wood Working Tools: 10” Delta industrial bench saw; 12” DeWalt planer. Shop Tools: 6” metal band saw; air compressor; roller stand.

Household: 4 drawer filing cabinet; misc.

Full listing at www.nickelauctions.com Terms: Cash or Cheque. Lunch served.

Subject to additions and deletions. Not responsible for any errors in description.

GST & PST will be charged where applicable. Everything sells as is Where is. All sales final. Statements made on sale day will take precedent over all previous advertising. Owners and auction company are not responsible for any accidents on sale site. Sale conducted by Nickel Auctions Ltd. Ph 204-637-3393, cell 204-856-6900.

Email: nickelauctions@mymts.net

POALA RETIREMENT ACREAGE AUCTION Winkler, MB • 1-204-325-4433

• 1990 chev ½ ton 120.000 km, one owner immaculate • Massey Ferguson 1250 Compact tractor FWA, 3pth, pto only 2347 hrs • White 6065 Tractor FWA, with 1170 loader, only 1722 one owner hrs • 4-500 bu westeel bins with air and centre unload, two 1200 bu hoppers • See or website for many nice attachments, trailers, tools yard items, very clean exceptional auction

SAT., OCTOBER 1, 10 AM ST FRANCIS XAVIIER, MB

FROM WINNIPEG WEST TILL THE WHITE HORSE AT ST FRANCIS XAVIER, TURN OFF CONTINUE 1 MORE MILE WEST, GO NORTH ON 424 PR, WHICH YOU FOLLOW WEST FOR APROX 3/4 MILE, YARD #4185 WILL HAVE GOOD SIGNAGE ON AUCTION DAY

(204) 467-1858 or (204) 886-7027

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AUCTION SALE Building Supply, Equipment & Consignment Sale

Sat. Oct. 1st @ 10:00 am 12 Patterson Dr. – Stonewall, MB

1996 MIDLAND 24’ tandem pup, stiff pole, completely rebuilt, new paint and brakes, like new, $18,500. Merv 306-276-7518, 306-767-2616, leave message, Arborfield, SK. DL #906768.

CHECK OUT OUR inventory of quality used highway tractors. For more details call 204-685-2222 or view information at www.titantrucksales.com REMOTE CONTROL TRAILER CHUTE openers can save you time, energy and keep you safe this seeding season. FM remote controls provide maximum range and instant response while high torque drives operate the toughest of chutes.

Easy installation. Kramble Industries, call 306-933-2655, Saskatoon, SK. or visit us online at: www.kramble.net PRAIRIE SANDBLASTING & PAINTING. Trailer overhauls and repairs, alum. slopes and trailer repairs, tarps, insurance claims, and trailer sales. Epoxy paint. Agriculture and commercial. Satisfaction guaranteed.

306-744-7930, Saltcoats, SK.

CONSIGNMENTS WELCOME! New Lumber, Bldgs, Windows, Household & Bathroom Finishings: 30’ x 65’ Bldg * 30’ x 40’ Bldg * 20’ x 40’ Party Tent * 16’ x 22’ Marquee Tent * Tractors & 3PH Equip: Kubota L2850 33HP MFWA 3 PTH FEL 1330 Hrs * 3PH 60” Rotary Mower * 3PH Bail Forks * 3PH Chipper * 3 PH Snow Blower * 3PH Rotovator * Fork Lift Extensions * Livestock Equip: 11 GMC Canyon 2WD 45,000 KM * 91 Int’l Cube Van * 01 Norberts Mfg 5th Wheel 24’ Stock Trailer w Tack /Living Quarters Exc Cond * BH 10’ Utility Trailer * Quad Trailer * Poly Calf Shelter * 50 Corral Panels * Bunk Feeders * Saddles * Horse Tack * Dog Kennels * Dog Training Equip * Polaris 500 cc 4 x 4 Quad w Winch 1472 Miles * 86” Blade for Quad * Husqvarna YTH 180 Hyd 18HP 46” R Mower * 18’ Redbird Fibreglass Cedar Strip Canoe * 16’ Cedar Chestnut Fibreglass Strip Canoe * 10’ HD Metal Work Bench * Push Gas Mower * Snowmobile Sleigh * Hand Yard Tools * Growing List On Web * Stuart McSherry (204) 467-1858 or (204) 886-7027

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NORMS SANDBLASTING & PAINT, 40 years body and paint experience. We do metal and fiberglass repairs and integral to daycab conversions. Sandblasting and paint to trailers, trucks and heavy equip.

Endura primers and topcoats. A one stop shop. Norm 306-272-4407, Foam Lake SK. WILSON GRAIN TRAILERS: 2007 Wilson 41’ tandem and 1997 Wilson 45’ tridem.

Call 306-634-9324, Estevan, SK.

2016 NORBERT’S 53’ ground load stock trailer. For specs, pics and price, visit www.kramerauction.com 1-800-529-9958.

GRASSLAND TRAILERS OFFERING quality trailers at wholesale prices. 25’ DURALITE alum., for $25,650; 20’ steel, $13,450 w/20’ Circle D steel, $13,650.

Call Glen 306-640-8034, Assiniboia, SK. or email gm93@sasktel.net

TRAILERS: BELLY DUMP, end dump, vans, flatdecks, lowbed, tankers, dropdecks, beavertails. 306-563-8765, Canora, SK. REBUILT 1990 DOEPKER 32x32 hay trailSUMMER CLEAROUT Sales Event. Up to ers, air ride w/lift axles, Beacons, wide $16,914 in Savings on select models, OAC. load lights, totally refurbished, safetied, 1-866-944-9024. www.dodgecityauto.com $30,500. Can deliver. 204-729-7297, MB. DL #911673.

CHECK OUT OUR inventory of quality used ONE OF SASK’s largest inventory of used highway tractors. For more details call heavy truck parts. 3 ton tandem diesel mo- 204-685-2222 or view information at tors and transmissions and differentials for www.titantrucksales.com all makes! Can-Am Truck Export Ltd., COMPONENTS FOR TRAILERS. Shipping 1-800-938-3323. daily across the prairies. Free freight. See “The Book 2013” page 195. DL Parts For WRECKING SEMI-TRUCKS, lots of parts. Trailers, 1-877-529-2239, www.dlparts.ca Call Yellowhead Traders. 306-896-2882, Churchbridge, SK. TOPGUN TRAILER SALES “For those who demand the best.” PRECISION AND WRECKING TRUCKS: All makes all AGASSIZ TRAILERS (flatdecks, end models. Need parts? Call 306-821-0260 dumps, enclosed cargo). 1-855-255-0199, or email: junkman.2010@hotmail.com Moose Jaw, SK. www.topguntrailersales.ca Wrecking Dodge, Chev, GMC, Ford and others. Lots of 4x4 stuff, 1/2 ton - 3 ton, BEHNKE DROP DECK semi style and buses etc. and some cars. We ship by bus, pintle hitch sprayer trailers. Air ride, tandem and tridems. Contact SK: mail, Loomis, Purolator. Lloydminster, SK. 306-398-8000; AB: 403-350-0336.

WRECKING VOLVO TRUCKS: Misc. axles BELLY DUMP GRAVEL TRAILER, tandem and parts. Also tandem trailer suspension axle, load close w/air, Sask. safetied, axles. Call 306-539-4642, Regina, SK. $15,000. 306-940-6835, Prince Albert, SK. SOUTHSIDE AUTO WRECKERS located PRECISION TRAILERS: Gooseneck and in Weyburn, SK. 306-842-2641. Used car bumper hitch. You’ve seen the rest, now parts, light truck to semi-truck parts. We own the best. Hoffart Services, Odessa, SK. buy scrap iron and non-ferrous metals.

306-957-2033 www.precisiontrailer.com SASKATOON TRUCK PARTS CENTRE 2008 WABASH 51’ tandem axle dry van, Ltd. North Corman Industrial Park. low miles, current SK. safety, $12,500. Call New and used parts available for 3 ton Larry at 306-563-8765, Canora, SK. trucks all the way up to highway tractors, for every make and model, no part too big or small. Our shop specializes in custom rebuilt differentials/transmissions and MANUFACTURING LTD. clutch installations. Engines are available, both gas and diesel. Re-sale units are on FACTORY the lot ready to go. We buy wrecks for REBATE ON NOW parts, and sell for wrecks! For more info. call 306-668-5675 or 1-800-667-3023. $ 500 Mail in Rebate on www.saskatoontruckparts.ca DL #914394

NORBERT’S

TRUCK BONEYARD INC. Specializing in obsolete parts, all makes. Trucks bought for wrecking. 306-771-2295, Balgonie, SK. TRUCK PARTS: 1/2 to 3 ton, new and used. We ship anywhere. Contact Phoenix Auto, 1-877-585-2300, Lucky Lake, SK.

SCHOOL BUSES: 23 to 66 passenger, 1991 to 2007, $3000 and up. 16 buses in stock! Call Phoenix Auto, Lucky Lake, SK. 1-877-585-2300. DL #320074.

1988 CHRYSLER LEBARON turbo convertible, clean, new top, stored inside for winter, 170,000 kms, $4500 OBO. Ph/text 306-921-7688, Melfort, SK.

All New 2015 Stock trailers and Flat decks.

For a limited time only while quantities last.

Call your Local Dealer or Direct at 204-827-2015 Glenboro, MB. See web page for closest dealer. www.norberts.com 100 MISC. SEMI TRAILER FLATDECKS, $2,500 to $30,000. 7 heavy tri-axle low beds and 8 16-wheelers, $18,800 to $70,000. 306-222-2413, Saskatoon, SK. www.trailerguy.ca

1997 HONDA ACCORD coupe, very rare, 285,000 kms, auto, runs good, $2500 OBO. Ph/text 306-921-7688, Melfort, SK. 2005 PONTIAC SUNFIRE, 2 dr., 2.2L eng., 5 spd. trans., A/T/C, 133,000 kms, good tires , very good. 306-259-4430, Young SK SPECIAL PURCHASE OF New and nearnew 2014-2015 Crosstek XVs. Save up to $5000. Come in quickly!! 1-877-373-2662. www.subaruofsaskatoon.ca DL #914077.

Owners: Franco Nicola Poala 204-864-2165 See our website: www.billklassen.com for complete listing or call 204-325-4433 cell 6230

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CHEAP TANDEM and Super B grain trailer, ready for the field. Call 306-290-6495, Saskatoon, SK.

BILL KLASSEN AUCTIONEERS

STOCK 350 ENGINE off a 1987 Chev Suburban, short block, chrome kit, good compression, on a pallet and ready to go, $1100. Ph/text 306-921-7688, Melfort, SK. 2016 SUBARU IMPREZA consumer reports as best small call starting at $23,360! Call for best price!! 1-877-373-2662 or www.subaruofsaskatoon.ca DL #914077.

2013 CANUCK END DUMP gravel trailer, air ride, manual tarp, vg cond., new MB. safety, $45,000. Can deliver. Call anytime 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. 24’ GOOSENECK 3-8,000 lb. axles, $7890; Bumper pull tandem lowboys: 18’, 14,000 lbs., $4450; 16’, 10,000 lbs., $3390; 16’, 7000 lbs., $2975. Factory direct.

888-792-6283. www.monarchtrailers.com

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SHOE REPAIR BUSINESS, all machinery BRUSH MULCHING. The fast, effective way to clear land. Four season service, 1969. 306-842-3611, Weyburn, SK. competitive rates, 275 HP unit, also avail.

160 ACRES, near Regina, w/yard and busi- trackhoe with thumb, multiple bucket atness opportunity; 3 acre greenhouse op- tachments. Bury rock and brush piles and eration, near Regina, includes home; SW fence line clearing. Borysiuk Contracting SK. restaurant, lounge includes 15 room Inc., www.bcisk.ca Prince Albert, SK., motel; Assiniboia Investment Property - 306-960-3804.

Medical building; 30 minutes from Regina, NEUFELD ENT. CORRAL CLEANING, viable hotel, restaurant/offsale on Hwy 39; payloader, Bobcat with rubber tracks and Vanguard bar and grill, incl. 3 bdrm. home. vertical beater spreaders.

Phone Brian Tiefenbach, 306-536-3269, Colliers 306-220-5013, 306-467-5013, Hague, SK. Int., Regina, SK. www.collierscanada.com

2009 MACK, 460 HP, AutoShift trans., new BH&T, real nice shape, $71,500; 2007 Kenworth, C13 425 HP Cat, AutoShift trans., 13 spd., new 20’ BH&T, $71,500; 2002 IHC 1654, 350 HP IH engine, 10 spd. trans., new 20’ BH&T, 220,000 kms, $49,500; 1990 Kenworth T600, 450 HP Detroit, 10 spd., alum. front wheels, good tires, pulls good w/1996 36’ Cancade 2 hopper grain trailer, nice shape, $35,000.

Trades accepted. Merv at 306-276-7518, 306-767-2616, Arborfield, SK DL #906768 REMOTE CONTROL ENDGATE AND CM TRUCK BEDS. Starting at $2895. Call hoist systems can save you time, energy Jason’s Agri-Motive, 306-472-3159 or visit and keep you safe this seeding season.

Give Kramble Industries a call at us at www.jasonsagri-motive.ca 306-933-2655, Saskatoon, SK. or visit us online at: www.kramble.net

ROAD GRADERS CONVERTED to pull behind large 4 WD tractors, 14’ and 16’ blade widths avail. 306-682-3367, CWK Ent. Humboldt, SK. www.cwenterprises.ca

FARM CHEMICAL / SEED COMPLAINTS

trailer goosenecks: 25, 30’ mega ramps, 23,900 lbs. price, $12,495, incl. free Agri-Motive, Lafleche, SK.,

14’ TANDEM UTILITY flatdeck w/ramps, 12,000 lbs. GVW, new safety, $3750 OBO. CIM TRUCK BODIES, grain, silage, gravel, 204-794-5979, Springfield, MB. decks, service and installation. For factory direct pricing and options, call Humboldt, SK., 306-682-2505 or www.cim-ltd.ca

OAK LUMBER, 2x4x8’, $5 each. Fir: 2x12”, 18 and 20’ lengths, $1.80/linear ft.

Fir: 4x4x18’, $1/linear ft. Spruce: 2x6”, 10 and 20’, $.60/linear ft. Spruce: 4x6x20’, $1.20/linear ft. Large quantity of used fir siding averaging 12’, offers? Lawrence 204-836-2686, St. Alphonse, MB.

www.titantrucksales.com to check out 1985 INT. TANDEM dump truck, Cummins our inventory of quality used highway trac- 210 HP, 9 spd., good 11R22.5 rubber, ROUGH LUMBER: 2x6, 2x8, 2x10, 1” $15,000. 204-795-9192, Plum Coulee, MB. boards, windbreak slabs, 4x4, 6x6, 8x8, all tors! Or call: 204-685-2222 MacGregor MB in stock. Custom sizes on order. Log sid2015 GMC SIERRA 2500 HD SLE, 6L 2500, 2013 MACK CHU613 Pinnacle, 505 HP, 18 ing, cove siding, lap siding, shiplap, 1” and heated seats, backup camera! Greenlight spd., 14 front, 46 rears, 222” WB, alum. 2” tongue and groove. V&R Sawing, Truck & Auto, 306-934-1455, Saskatoon, wheels, 15’ Renn box plumbed for pup, 306-232-5488, Rosthern, SK. SK. www.GreenlightAuto.ca DL#311430.

174,000 kms, 11.24 rubber, $115,000.

2015 FORD F350 XLT diesel, only 3,000 Call 306-731-7266, Strasbourg, SK. kms. Must See! Greenlight Truck & Auto, 306-934-1455, Saskatoon, SK. CONTINUOUS METAL ROOFING, no exwww.GreenlightAuto.ca DL #311430. posed screws to leak or metal overlaps.

2015 FORD F-250 Lariat, 6.7L dsl, sunroof, Ideal for lower slope roofs, rinks, churchNAV. Greenlight Truck & Auto, es, pig barns, commercial, arch rib build306-934-1455, Saskatoon, SK. ing and residential roofing; also available www.GreenlightAuto.ca DL #311430. in Snap Lock. 306-435-8008, Wapella, SK. 2014 FORD F150 XTR, 4x4, tire wheel pkg. $250 bi-weekly. Greenlight Truck & Auto, 306-934-1455, Saskatoon, SK. www.GreenlightAuto.ca DL #311430.

PRICE TO CLEAR!!

2011 DODGE RAM 1500, Hemi, new tires, local trade. Call Greenlight Truck & Auto, 306-934-1455, Saskatoon, SK. www.GreenlightAuto.ca DL #311430.

2011 CHEV SILVERADO 2500HD LTZ, fully loaded, dsl., leather, sunroof. Greenlight 2013 PROSTAR IH day cab truck with inTruck & Auto, 306-934-1455, Saskatoon, dash GPS, 500 HP Maxx force 18 spd., 46,000 rears, 3.91 ratio, 228” WB, approx.

SK. www.GreenlightAuto.ca DL #311430.

129,000 kms, 11R22.5 tires, c/w wet kit 2007 GMC SIERRA 3500 SLT 6.6L diesel for only $73,000. New MB. safety. longbox, leather. Greenlight Truck & Auto, 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. 306-934-1455, Saskatoon, SK. www.GreenlightAuto.ca DL #311430.

CHECK OUT OUR inventory of quality used highway tractors. For more details call 204-685-2222 or view information at www.titantrucksales.com

2004 F-150 Heritage Edition, 2WD, 5.4 auto, air, only 65,000 kms., fresh safety, runs on natural gas, $6900. Cam-Don Motors Ltd., 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. 2004 CHEV SILVERADO 2500HD LT dsl., leather Must see! Exc. shape. Greenlight Truck & Auto, 306-934-1455, Saskatoon, SK. www.GreenlightAuto.ca DL #311430.

We also specialize in: agricultural complaints of any nature; Crop ins. appeals; Spray drift; Chemical failure; Residual herbicide; Custom operator issues; Equip. malfunctions. Licensed Agrologist on Staff. For assistance and compensation call

1975 CAT D8K, hyd. winch, twin tilt angle blade, 26” pads, very good UC, recent engine rebuild, excellent running condition, 60 hour warranty, 14’ blade, 300 HP. $85,000. S/N 71V2222.

Can deliver.

204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB.

2006 JD 200 CLC excavator, hyd. thumb, Quick change bucket, one bucket included D69U WITH HYDRAULIC dozer and Hyster vg working cond., $75,000. Can deliver. winch, for restoration, $5000 OBO. 204-795-5348, Winnipeg, MB. 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. Back-Track InvesTIgaTIons 2004 VOLVO BL70 backhoe 4x4, extenda-hoe, 1585 orig. hrs., orig. tires and buck1-866-882-4779. www.backtrackcanada.com et teeth, machine exceptional condition, used mainly for snow removal on acreage, FARMERS AND BUSINESS PERSONS need $45,000 OBO. 306-370-1603, Beechy, SK. financial help? Go to: www.bobstocks.ca or call 306-757-1997. 315 Victoria Ave., D5H CAT, LGP, powershift, 6-way dozer, Regina, SK. UC like new, cab, A/C, $36,000. Call 204-871-0925, MacGregor, MB. DEBTS, BILLS AND charge accounts too high? Need to resolve prior to spring? Call us to develop a professional mediation plan, resolution plan or restructuring plan.

EXCAVATOR ATTACHMENTS IN STOCK. Call toll free 1-888-577-2020.

WBM/CAT/CWS. Western Heavy Equipment, 306-981-3475, Prince Albert, SK. FARM/CORPORATE PROJECTS. Call A.L. Management Group for all your borrowing MAGNUM 8.0 KW light tower generator, and lease requirements. 306-790-2020, Kubota diesel, $4400. Call Larry at 306-563-8765, Canora, SK. Regina, SK. CAT HYDRAULIC PULL SCRAPERS: 463, 435, 80 and 70, all vg condition, new conversion. Also new and used scraper DIGITAL AGRICULTURE PUMPS and me- tires. Can deliver. 204-793-0098, Stony ters! Dura Products offer best in class solu- Mountain, MB. tions for consumers wishing to transfer HYDRAULIC SCRAPERS: LEVER 60, 70, liquid. 1-855-765-9937, www.polywest.ca 80, and 435, 4 to 30 yd. available. Rebuilt for years of trouble-free service. Lever BANDIT 3210 LIQUID fertilizer system! Holdings Inc. 306-682-3332 Muenster, SK. Introducing the all new and fully engineered TBH caddy. Call 1-855-765-9937 or $21,000 SKIDSTEER DEAL! Choice: JD 325 or Case 465 Series 3. Both 2700 hrs., visit: www.polywest.ca CAH, new tires, 2007. 306-940-6835.

High tensile roofing & siding, 16 colours to choose from. #1 Gr. Galvalume 26 gu..... 79¢/ft 2 #1 Gr. Galvalume 29 gu..... 75¢/ft 2 B-Gr. coloured................ 75¢/ft.2 B-Gr. Galv 29 gu............. 69¢/ft 2 B-Gr 30 gu Galv.............. 49¢/ft.2 Multi-coloured millends... 59¢/ft.2 CALL NOW!

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2005 WESTERN STAR Low Max, 515 Detroit, 18 spd., 40,000 rears. 1,200,000 We know that farming is enough of a gamble so if you want to sell it fast place your ad in kms. Call 306-634-9324, Estevan, SK. the Manitoba Co-operator classifieds. It’s a 2005 PETE 378, pre-emission, C15 Cat, Sure Thing. Call our toll-free number today.

18 spd., full lockups, flat-top, winch, safe- We have friendly staff ready to help. 1-800- CUSTOM SWATHING AND COMBINING, 782-0794. tied, $37,500. 306-563-8765, Canora, SK. cereals and specialty crops. 36’ and 42’ HoneyBee headers. Murray 306-631-1411.

2004 KENWORTH T300, tandem, 8.3 Cummins, 10 spd. trans., 480,000 kms, $8800 work order, fresh safety, $27,000. 36’ SUMP PITS TO suit any application! All gooseneck tandem dual, trailer w/hyd. manufactured using durable polyethylene beavertail, $10,000 or $35,000 for pair. for guaranteed long life! 1-855-765-9937 WILL FEED COWS. Reasonable rates. Have Call 306-554-8220, Dafoe, SK. feed- barley, alfalfa, corn silage plus hay or view: www.polywest.ca bales. Feed analysis avail. 306-768-3226, 306-768-7386, Carrot River, SK.

www.windandweathershelters.com COMMERCIAL GRADE Wind and weather shelter buildings available in widths from 2015 FORD F150 XTR EcoBoost, 4x4.

20’ to 90’. Prices starting at $2495. If you Greenlight Truck & Auto, 306-934-1455, have bought an auction building and need Saskatoon, SK. www.GreenlightAuto.ca DL to upgrade to more durable material or 2014 F550 FORD, w/Maxon, 1650 lbs., #311430.

144”x90” deck with lift/gate, 6550 miles, parts we can help. Located in Yorkton. mint condition, $48,000 OBO. Call Contact Paul at 306-641-5464 or Ladimer 306-795-7779.

204-981-3636, Cartier, MB. ATTENTION FARMERS: 12 tandems in stock, automatics and standards. Yorkton, 1999 IH 4700, SA, flatdeck w/17’ steel flatdeck, 11x22.5 tires, 230,000 kms, 444 SK., Yellowhead Sales, 306-783-2899.

IH dsl., 10 spd., safetied, real good shape, $19,500; 1994 GMC Topkick tandem PRIVE BUILDING MOVERS Ltd.! Bonded, w/24’ flatdeck, 563,000 kms, 3116 Cat licensed for SK. and AB. Fully insured. diesel, 10 spd., 11x22.5 tires, real good Moving all types and sizes of buildings. shape, $21,500. Call Merv 306-276-7518, Call Andy 306-625-3827, Ponteix, SK. www.privebuildingmovers.com 306-767-2616, Arborfield, SK. DL 906768.

LONG LAKE TRUCKING, two units, custom 2011 JD 624K wheel loader, CAHR, QCGP hay hauling. Call 306-567-7100, Imperial, bucket, forks, 5025 hrs., ride-control, aux.

SK. hyd., traction control, grill guard, Beacon, 20.5x25 Michelin’s, premium condition, 53’ STEPDECK set up to haul 34 large $147,000. 306-621-0425, Yorkton, SK. round bales. Licensed for MB, SK. and AB. SKIDSTEER LOADERS: 2008 Case 440, Short or long haul. Call 204-851-2983.

Series 3, $27,500 OBO; 2006 Case 440, $24,500 OBO; 2007 Case 420, $22,500 OBO. Ph. 204-794-5979, Springfield, MB. DOZER BLADE TO fit D7 Caterpillar, $1000 CUSTOM LIQUID MANURE hauling, 3 OBO. Call 250-847-0783, Nipawin, SK. tanks available. Contact George in Hague, 1980 CAT 966C loader. Completely rebuilt SK. 306-227-5757. c/w third valve, $65,000. 306-764-3877 or 306-960-4651, Prince Albert, SK. REGULATION DUGOUTS: 120x60x14’, $2000; 160x60x14’, $2950; 180x60x14’, WANTED: RUBBER TIRED CASE or $3450; 200x60x14’, $3950; Larger sizes Drott excavator in good running condition. available. Travel incl. in Sask. Gov’t grants Call 204-835-2345, McCreary, MB. available. 306-222-8054, Saskatoon, SK. 2011 CAT D6TXW, PAT dozer, ripper, 11,300 hrs., recent new idlers and rollers, $120,000. 204-795-9192, Plum Coulee MB

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CHECK OUT OUR inventory of quality used highway tractors. For more details call 204-685-2222 or view information at www.titantrucksales.com BERG’S GRAIN BODIES: Custom grain, silage and gravel bodies. Berg’s Prep & Paint. Call 204-325-5677, Winkler, MB.

COMING BEFORE HARVEST: 2002 IH 2600 w/B&H; 2009 Mack AutoShift, B&H; 2009 IH ProStar 8600, Cummins eng, Au- CHECK OUT OUR inventory of quality used toShift, B&H. Call Merv at 306-276-7518, highway tractors. For more details call 204-685-2222 or view information at 306-767-2616, Arborfield, SK DL #906768 www.titantrucksales.com 2009 MACK CH613, 505,000 kms, new 2015 20’ NeuStar grain box, 365 HP, 10 SPECIAL PURCHASE OF New and near spd., $55,900. 204-470-8215 Winnipeg MB new 2014-2015 Crosstek XVs. Save up to CHECK OUT OUR inventory of quality used $5000. Come in quickly!! 1-877-373-2662. highway tractors. For more details call www.subaruofsaskatoon.ca DL #914077.

204-685-2222 or view information at www.titantrucksales.com 2006 IHC TANDEM, Cummins, 12 speed Ultrashift, c/w 20’ BH&T, remote hoist and tailgate, $65,000 OBO. Call 306-538-4687, Langbank, SK.

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2002 KOMATSU WA380-3L WHEEL loader, low hrs., 4 yd. bucket, 23.5x25- 90%, exc. cond., $73,000. 306-921-7583 Melfort, SK. CATERPILLAR 60 flat bottom scraper, vg shape, tires all vg, good paint, $20,000.

204-746-8733, Morris, MB.

ATTACHMENTS PARTS COMPONENTS for construction equipment. Attachments for dozers, excavators and wheel loaders.

Used, Re-built, Surplus and New equipment parts and major components. Call Western Heavy Equipment 306-981-3475, CAT 631B MOTOR scraper 31 yd. capacity, Prince Albert, SK. runs good, $18,500. Call Larry at 306-563-8765, Canora, SK. JD 544B LOADER, $14,500; Bobcat 943 skidsteer, $14,900; NH LX865 skidsteer, 3406B, N14, SERIES 60, running engines $12,900; Soil mover 7 yard scraper, and parts. Call Yellowhead Traders, $7000; Ashland 6 yard. scraper, $5000 306-896-2882, Churchbridge, SK. 1-866-938-8537.

DIESEL ENGINES, OVERHAUL kits and parts for most makes. Cat, CIH, Cummins, Detroit, Mack. M&M Equipment Ltd., Parts and Service phone: 306-543-8377, fax: 306-543-2111, Regina, SK. WANTED DIESEL CORES: ISX and N14 Cummins, C15 Cats, Detroits Ddec 3, 4, DD15. Can-Am Truck 1-800-938-3323.

BOOK NOW! Fall Building dates still available

Lease Options available!

Quality Post Frame Buildings OUR CODE BLUE pump metering service is designed to ensure proper maintenance of your pumps! Call 1-855-765-9937 or view: www.polywest.ca

1992 CHAMPION GRADER, 740 Series III w/snow-wing, 14,000 hrs., 16R24TG Bridgestone tires, all around good cond., $38,000 OBO. 204-981-3636, Cartier, MB.

EXTREME DUTY BRUSHCUTTER. Made in Canada, 1/4” steel, 66” cut Omni HD gearbox & Parker hyd. motor. Cuts up to 4” trees, two 1/2”x3”x24” blades on a stump jumper, c/w hyd. hoses and flat face couplers. Std. flow operation, open rear discharge prevents under deck build up, fits most skidsteers, $4995. 72” & 80” also in stock. Agrimex, 306-331-7443, Dysart, SK. EXCELLENT FARM CATS for sale come with 1988 JD 644E wheel loader, 23.5x25 warranty: Komatsu, Cat, Fiat Allis. Call for tires, 4 cubic yard bucket with teeth, more info excellent working condition.

Most newer UC, rebuilt engine, and trans $29,750. 204-795-9192, Plum Coulee, MB. bush, guarded. Call for price. Can deliver.

EQUIPMENT TOWING/ HAULING. Reasonable rates. Contact G H Wells Services 2 VOLVO A-30D Articulated trucks, 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. 23.5x25 tires, 2003 and 2004, $85,000 and Trucking, 306-741-9059, Morse, SK. each. 204-795-9192, Plum Coulee, MB.

2011 DODGE RAM 3500 Laramie, 4x4 dsl., 6.7L, 6 spd., local trade. Greenlight Truck & Auto, 306-934-1455, Saskatoon, SK. www.GreenlightAuto.ca DL #311430.

2016 SUBARU FORESTER name top pick ALLISON AUTOMATIC TRUCKS: Several for 2016. Starting from $29,360. Great setrucks with auto. trans. available with C&C lection to choose from!! 1-877-373-2662 or grain or gravel box. Starting at $19,900. or www.subaruofsaskatoon.ca DL# 91407.

K&L Equipment, 306-795-7779, Ituna, SK. ladimer@sasktel.net DL #910885.

SPECIAL PURCHASE OF New and nearAUTOSHIFT TRUCKS AVAILABLE: Boxed new 2014-2015 Crosstek XVs. Save up to tandems and tractor units. Contact David $5000. Come in quickly!! 1-877-373-2662.

306-887-2094, 306-864-7055, Kinistino, www.subaruofsaskatoon.ca DL #914077.

SK. DL #327784. www.davidstrucks.com

2005 D6R LGP w/winch, dozer w/tilt, cab and canopy, 8800 hrs., new Cat UC, very clean, $115,000. 2006 CAT D6R LGP Series III crawler tractor w/cargo winch, 6-way dozer, $110,000. 2004 CAT D6N LGP crawler, 6-way dozer, AC, canopy, diff. steer, cargo winch, new UC, 10,800 hrs., $90,000. 1999 CAT D6R LGP crawler, 6540 hrs., w/dozer, tilt, AC, canopy, new UC, $70,000. 2007 KOMATSU PC200 LC-8 hyd. excavator w/QA cleanup bucket, 9’6” stick, aux. hyds., 12,582 hrs., $55,000.

To fit 320 KOMATSU loader: loader forks, $2800; pallet forks, $3400; 104” 3.5 yd tooth bucket, $5000. 6- 64” excavator cleanup buckets, $4,000- $5,000 ea.; 58” wrist swivel bucket, like new, $8500; 62” cleanup bucket, $4000; 48” frost ripper, $2500; New hyd. thumb and cyl., $4000. 204-871-0925, MacGregor, MB

CAST ALUMINUM PUMPS, from Polar Pumps! Designed for heavy duty applications where you need the durability. Call 1-855-765-9937 or visit: www.polywest.ca

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2007 GMC C7500, SA, 20’ flatdeck/hoist, CHECK OUT OUR inventory of quality used 6 cyl dsl., 6 spd., 12/23 axles, hyd. brakes, highway tractors. For more details call SK unit $22,000. 306-563-8765, Canora SK 204-685-2222 or view information at www.titantrucksales.com

2007 WESTERN STAR 4900SA tri-drive, C15 Cat, 550 HP, 18 spd., full lockers, new 24’ CIM B&H. 306-270-6399, Saskatoon, SK. www.78truxsales.com DL#316542.

2 MACK TANDEM trucks w/dump boxes, $7700 ea; IH 366 dsl., 34,000 kms and 16’ van body. Few other trucks in stock; 100’ ladder truck; 2 Cat scrapers 463, $23,000 for pair; New 24’ garbage box. Salvage of all types. Call Cambrian Equipment Sales Ltd., 494 Panet Road, Winnipeg, MB., 204-667-2867 fax 204-667-2932.

2004 JD 270 LC excavator, 2 buckets, 1 100 SEAT BAR/ OFFSALE and food in SW 48” dirt and 1 60” rake, low hrs., exc.

Sask town. Great for first time buyers. Due ATTACHMENTS: Skidsteer brush cutters, cond, $75,000. 306-861-4592, Fillmore, SK to illness only, $25,900. 306-666-3800. forks, buckets, augers, brooms. Conquest Equipment, 306-483-2500, Oxbow, SK.

3- 2007 MACKS, 10 spd. Eaton auto, new 20’ CIM B&H, fresh Sask. safeties. Call 306-270-6399, Saskatoon, SK. DL#316542. www.78truxsales.com 2016 BIG TEX and 33’ with GVWR. Start spare. Jason’s 306-472-3159.

2010 CAT 950H WHEEL LOADER, 27,417 hrs, w/Cat quick coupler bucket, 3-3/4 cu. yards, 23.5x25 tires, F.O.B. $75,000. 204-795-9192 Plum Coulee, MB

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HYDRAULIC PULL SCRAPERS 10 to 25 yds., exc. cond.; Loader and scraper tires, custom conversions available. Looking for Cat cable scrapers. Quick Drain Sales Ltd., 306-231-7318, 306-682-4520 Muenster SK

GREAT PRICES ON new, used and remanufactured engines, parts and accessories for diesel pickups. Large inventory, engines can be shipped or installed. Give us a call or check: www.thickettenginerebuilding.ca Thickett Engine Rebuilding. 204-532-2187, Russell, MB.

SKIDSTEER ATTACHMENTS: Buckets, rock 290 CUMMINS, 350 Detroit, 671 Detroit, buckets, grapples, weld-on plates, hyd. au- Series 60 cores. 306-539-4642, Regina, SK gers, brush cutters and more large stock.

Top quality equipment, quality welding and sales. Call Darcy at 306-731-3009, 306-731-8195, Craven, SK. FARM AND INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICAL 740 CHAMPION GRADER, 1984, 8.3 motor sales, service and parts. Also sale Cummins eng., snow wing, ready to work. of, and repairs to, all makes and sizes of pumps and phase converters, etc. Tisdale $26,000. Call 306-563-8765, Canora, SK. Motor Rewinding 1984 Ltd., HD5 CRAWLER DOZER, canopy, UC 75%, 306-873-2881, fax 306-873-4788, 1005Anew clutch, good cond., asking $7500. 111th Ave., Tisdale, SK. tmr@sasktel.net 204-376-2495, 204-641-0603, Arborg, MB. Website: www.tismtrrewind.com

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CUMMINS NTC 350 engine c/w 14609 transmission, in good running condition, $1500. 250-847-0783, Nipawin, SK.

MERIDIAN 300 TON SS liquid fertilizer TOX-O-WIK 570 GRAIN dryer, PTO drive, tank, 2- 3” SS valves, like new. very good condition. Call for pricing.

306-342-4968, Glaslyn, SK. 306-921-6697, 306-921-8498, Melfort, SK. FITTINGS AND VALVES for your liquid handling needs, all offering the ultimate in sealing power and corrosion resistance.

Call 1-855-765-9937 or www.polywest.ca

PRE-ENGINEERED STEEL BUILDINGS for all your agricultural, equestrian, industrial, shop or storage needs. Call 306-249-2355 for a free quote. Montana Construction www.montanasteelbuilders.ca Saskatoon.

TEMPORARY GRAIN BINS, selected 3/8” fir plywood with all holes drilled. Wood sizes from 1750 bu., $431 to 11,700 bu., $852 including hardware. All sizes in stock.

All rings 4’ high. Best quality avail. Canadian made quality silver cone shaped tarps available for all sizes. All tarps in stock.

Complete packages include freight to any major point in Western Canada. Overnight delivery to most major points in Western Canada. Willwood Industries toll free 1-866-781-9560, fax 306-781-0108. For FALL SPECIAL on all post or stud frame pricing, details, pics: www.willwood.ca farm buildings. Choose: sliding doors, overhead doors, or bi-fold doors. NewTech Construction Ltd. call 306-220-2749, Hague, SK. POLE BARNS, WOODSTEEL packages, hog, chicken and dairy barns. Construction and concrete crews available. Mel or Scott, MR Steel Construction, 306-978-0315, Hague, SK. STEEL CLADDING SALE: New Grade A 29 gauge white-white metal cladding 3/4” high rib cut to your length for only .75¢/sq.ft. All accessories, fasteners and flashings are available. Call Prairie Steel in Clavet, SK., 1-888-398-7150, or email buildings@prairiesteel.com 100’x200’x22’ Steel Farm Building. Ready for set-up on your farm today. Foundation specs can be supplied. Includes 26 gauge ext. sheeting and trims, $153,900 plus tax. Add doors and insulation as needed.

Other sizes available. 1-888-398-7150 or email buildings@prairiesteel.com WOOD POST BUILDING packages or built on site. For early booking call 1-800-667-4990 or visit our website: www.warmanhomecentre.com AFAB INDUSTRIES POST frame buildings.

For the customer that prefers quality.

1-888-816-AFAB (2322), Rocanville, SK. BEHLEN STEEL BUILDINGS, quonsets, convex and rigid frame straight walls, grain tanks, metal cladding, farm- commercial. Construction and concrete crews.

Guaranteed workmanship. Call your Saskatoon and Northwest Behlen Distributor, Janzen Steel Buildings, 306-242-7767, Osler, SK. STRAIGHT WALL BUILDING packages or built on site. For early booking call 1-800-667-4990 or visit our website: www.warmanhomecentre.com INSULATED FARM SHOP packages or built on site, for early booking call 1-800-667-4990 or visit our website: www.warmanhomecentre.com

TIM’S CUSTOM BIN MOVING and Hauling Inc. Up to 22’ diameter. 204-362-7103 binmover50@gmail.com HOPPER BOTTOM CONES: We make cones and steel floors for all makes of bins. Call Middle Lake Steel 306-367-4306 or 306-367-2408, Middle Lake, SK. Visit us on-line at: www.middlelakesteel.com SUPERIOR BINS: Hopper bottoms from 3300 to 12,000 bu.; 18’ 5000 bu. combo at $11,800. Middle Lake Steel 306-367-4306 or 306-367-2408, Middle Lake, SK. LIFETIME LID OPENERS. We are a stocking dealer for Boundary Trail Lifetime Lid Openers, 18” to 39”. Rosler Construction 2000 Inc., 306-933-0033, Saskatoon, SK. BROCK (BUTLER) GRAIN BIN PARTS and accessories available at Rosler Construction. 306-933-0033, Saskatoon, SK. 4- 1650 BU Westeel Rosco bins, 2 on wood floors, 2 on concrete; 3300 bu on concrete 306-231-8355, 306-944-4325, Bruno, SK. CUSTOM GRAIN BIN MOVING, all types up to 22’ diameter. 10% spring discount.

Accurate estimates. Sheldon’s Hauling, 306-961-9699, Prince Albert, SK.

FOUR 3HP CALDWELL aeration fans. Call 306-838-2035, Smiley, SK.

BUILD YOUR OWN conveyors, 6”, 7”, 8” and 10” end units available; Transfer conPOLY GRAIN BINS, 40 to 150 bu. for grain veyors and bag conveyors or will custom cleaning, feed, fertilizer and left over treat- build. Call for prices. Master Industries www.masterindustries.ca Phone ed seed. 306-258-4422, Vonda, SK. Inc. 1-866-567-3101, Loreburn, SK. www.buffervalley.com

2015 CIM BIN Cranes (Westeel design), 8000 lb. capacity. For factory direct pricing and options call 306-682-2505, Humboldt, SK. or www.cim-ltd.ca 2015 CIM BIN TRANSPORT TRAILER 17,000 lb. cap., 32’ bed accommodates up to 21’ dia. bin. For factory direct pricing and options call 306-682-2505, Humboldt, SK. or www.cim-ltd.ca

Rebuild combine table augers Rebuild hydraulic cylinders Roller mills regrooved MFWD housings rebuilt Steel and aluminum welding Machine Shop Service Line boreing and welding

Penno’s Machining & Mfg. Ltd. Eden, MB 204-966-3221 Fax: 204-966-3248

AUGERS: NEW and USED: Wheatheart, Westfield, Westeel augers; Auger SP kits; Batco conveyors; Wheatheart post pound- WESTERN GRAIN DRYER, mfg. of grain Check out A & I online parts store ers. Good prices, leasing available. Call dryers w/auto. drying/moisture control. www.pennosmachining.com Updates to Vertec roof, tiers, moisture 1-866-746-2666. control. Economic designed dryers avail.

FLEX HEADS: CASE/IH 1020 25’, $6000; 13x71 PLUS WESTFIELD with hydraulic 1-888-288-6857. westerngraindryer.com 2020 30’, $15,000; 1015 PU header, mover on swing out, excellent, $10,500. $3500; JD 925, $6500; JD 930F, $11,000; 306-960-3000, St. Louis, SK. Nissen bean windrower, $5000; Large seUSED: HD10-59 Sakundiak 35HP w/mov- REFURBISHED PROTEIN TESTERS for lection of used grain carts and gravity er, HD clutch and lights, $10,995; R10-41 sale. Protein in wheat and durum, 2 units wagons. Call 204-857-8403.

Wheatheart 38HP w/mover, HD clutch, bin avail. Protein in wheat, barley and durum, hopper $10,500 exc. cond.; TL12-1200 Sa- 2 units available. Jason 204-772-6998. kundiak 39’, 40HP w/mover and HD clutch, $9500. 306-648-3622, Gravelbourg, SK.

2010 BRANDT 1390 HP swing auger, very clean, $16,500. Contact Chad ATTACHMENT FOR GRAIN VACS: To empty plastic grain bags. Blueprints PORTABLE GRAIN RINGS made of steel. 306-741-7743, Swift Current, SK. available to build your own, or we’ll build New 20 gauge wide-corr steel sheets 48”H. Sizes from 3650 bu., $2072 to 83,000 bu., NEW MERIDIAN AUGERS with motor, for you. Guaranteed to work. John Ilchuk 250-878-1705, Kelowna, BC. clutch, reversing gearbox and lights. $11,447 including hardware. All sizes in stock. All rings 4’H. Best quality available. HD8-39, $15,350; HD8-59, $17,250; Canadian made quality silver cone shaped TL10-39 (2 only!), $16,500; HD10-59, tarps avail. for all sizes. All tarps in stock. $18,995. 306-648-3622, Gravelbourg, SK. Complete packages include freight to any major point in Western Canada. Overnight WESTFIELD MK100-51 10”x50’ swing audelivery to most major points in Western ger, very good shape. 306-357-4732, Canada. Willwood Industries toll free 306-831-8548, Wiseton, SK. 1-866-781-9560, fax 306-781-0108. For all pricing, details, pictures visit our website: REMOTE CONTROL SWING AUGER movers, trailer chute openers, endgate www.willwood.ca and hoist systems, wireless full bin alarms, swing belt movers, wireless TractorCams, motorized utility carts. All shipped directly to you. Safety, convenience, reliability.

Kramble Industries at 306-933-2655, Saskatoon, SK. or www.kramble.net 2013 CLAAS 3300 RC Quadrant 3x4 square HARVEST SPECIALS: LARGE selection of baler, approx. 7000 bales made, vg cond., Meridian swing away and belt drive au- $110,000. Can deliver. Call anytime gers, set-up and ready to use. Plus used in 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. stock: 2012 Meridian SLMD 12x72 c/w Agremote mover and hyd. winch, $14,800; NEW IDEA 4865 5x6, hyd. PU, rubber 2004 Westfield MK100-61 s/a, $5500; mount teeth, 2300 bales, shedded, good.

Brandt 10x60 s/a, $5500; Wheatheart 306-944-4325, 306-231-8355, Bruno, SK. 8x51 c/w mover, $8900; We’re dealers for Convey-All conveyors. Leasing available!

Dale, Mainway Farm Equipment, Davidson, SK. 306-567-3285 or cell 306-567-7299.

BEAVER CONTAINER SYSTEMS, new View: www.mainwayfarmequipment.ca and used sea containers, all sizes.

306-220-1278, Saskatoon and Regina, SK. 2004 13X71 WESTFIELD, good condition, Agremote mover, $8000 OBO. BOND SEA CONTAINERS. New, used and 306-441-4930, Delmas, SK. 8 AND 14 BALE WAGONS in stock, Morris modified sea containers. All sizes avail. and Inland. Call Cam-Don Motors Ltd., Buy, rent or lease. Call Bond today MERIDIAN AUGERS IN STOCK: swings, 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. 306-373-2236, joe@bondind.com or visit truck loading, Meridian SP movers. Call SPEAR ATTACHMENTS for all www.bondind.com Hoffart Services Inc., Odessa, SK., BALE loaders and skidsteers, excellent pricing.

306-957-2033.

Call now 1-866-443-7444.

CONTAINERS FOR SALE OR RENT: All sizes. Now in stock: 50 used, 53’ steel and 273 NH square baler, $1000. Wanted: insulated SS. 306-861-1102, Radville, SK. BR780 or RBX561 Case/IH baler for parts.

20’ AND 40’ SHIPPING CONTAINERS, GRAVITY WAGONS: New 400 bu, $7,400; 306-681-7610, 306-395-2668, Chaplin, SK. large SK. inventory. Ph. 1-800-843-3984, 600 bu., $12,500; 750 bu., $18,250. Large 306-781-2600. selection of used gravity wagons, 250-750 BALE SPEARS, high quality imported bu. Used grain carts, 450 to 1110 bushel. from Italy, 27” and 49”, free shipping, ex20’ TO 53’ CONTAINERS. New, used and View at: www.zettlerfarmequipment.com cellent pricing. Call now toll free 1-866-443-7444, Stonewall, MB. modified. Available Winnipeg, MB; Regina 1-866-938-8537, Portage la Prairie, MB. and Saskatoon, SK. www.g-airservices.ca VERMEER 605M ROUND baler, monitor, 306-933-0436.

NEW 2016 ARMSTRONG 750 bu. 4 wheel, kicker, new pickup, good cond, field ready, $28,900. New 2016 Armstrong 750 bu., on $13,000. 306-335-7875, Lemberg, SK. SHIPPING CONTAINERS FOR SALE. 20’- tracks, $38,900. Both available with PTO or 53’, delivery/ rental/ storage available. For hydraulic drive. K&L Equipment and inventory and prices call: 306-262-2899, Auto, Ladimer, 306-795-7779, Ituna, SK. Saskatoon, SK. www.thecontainerguy.ca BRENT 772 GRAIN CART, new tarp, 1000 MF 9420 SP, 30’, 989 hrs., UII PU reels, PTO, big shaft and scale, $18,500; Also $55,000; JD 590 PT, 30’, batt reels, exc. available hydraulic drive for $1600. condition, $4500. Both shedded, field ready. Retired. 306-493-7871, Harris, SK. 204-825-7166, Clearwater, MB. 1995 CASE 8820, 30’ header, PU reel, 21.5-16.1 tires, excellent condition, $16,500. Call 306-861-4592, Fillmore, SK GOT FUSARIUM? Looking to add value to your crops? Nexeed Equipment Solu- 1995 30’ MACDON Premier 2900, PU reel, tions offers Cimbria Delta air screen clean- 960 MacDon header, 21.5-16.1 tires, exc. ers, destoner, indent and gravity separa- cond., $22,500. 306-861-4592, Fillmore SK tors as well as Cimbria Sea optical color sorters for seed, grain, pulses and fusari- RETIRING: PREMIER 30’ PTO, autofold, um damaged crops. Call for additional info batt reels, very good condition, $1800.

HORNOI LEASING NEW and used 20’ and 204-982-3531 ext. 2, Rod Cockerline, VP Call 306-638-4550, Findlater, SK. 40’ sea cans for sale or rent. Call sales, Nexeed Inc., Winnipeg, MB. 1998 35’ WESTWARD 9300, 960 header, 306-757-2828, Regina, SK. PU reel, turbo, big tires, excellent cond., DUAL SCREEN ROTARY grain cleaners, $29,500. Call 306-861-4592, Fillmore, SK great for pulse crops, best selection in Western Canada. 306-946-7923, Young SK 2010 MF 9430, 36’, 750 hrs., shedded, very good, $69,000. Call Cam-Don Motors Ltd., 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. KEHO/ GRAIN GUARD Aeration Sales and Service. R.J. Electric, Avonlea, SK. Call 306-868-2199 or cell 306-868-7738.

BIN MOVING, all sizes up to 19’ diameter, w/wo floors; Also move liquid fert. tanks.

306-629-3324, 306-741-9059, Morse, SK.

LAST ONE’S! NEW 13”X85’ and 10x70” Farm King augers. Cam-Don Motors Ltd., 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK.

Rebuilt Concaves

2011 30’ 1203 Case/IH SP, PU reel and transport, $77,000; 2002 30’ 9250 Westward SP, PU reel, $40,000. A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment, 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK.

1998 JD CTS II, 2260 sep. hrs., 914 PU, dual spd cyl., fore/aft, chaff spreader, long auger, fine cut chopper, AutoHeight, big top hopper. 306-460-7620, Kindersley, SK. 2004 9860 STS, combine, 914 JD PU, 2395 eng., 1650 threshing hrs., chopper and chaff spreader, shedded, good cond., $118,000 OBO Fisher Farms Ltd., Dauphin, MB, 204-622-8800 office, 204-638-2700 cell. Email: rod@fisherseeds.com 2008 JD 9770, Contour-Master, AutoSteer, 800/70R38 tires, 28LR26 rears, 1852/ 1350 hrs., Michel’s hopper cover, shedded, exc., $185,000. 306-628-7337, Leader, SK. 1981 JD 8820, 3700 hrs., new tires, 214 PU, chopper, spreader, shedded, $13,000 OBO. 306-861-1981, Weyburn, SK. JD 8820 TITAN II combine with pickup and hopper extension. 306-283-4747, 306-220-0429, Langham, SK. FOUR 1990-1994 JD 9600’s, w/914 PU platform, from $25,900-$35,900. Reimer Farm Equipment, #12 Hwy N, Steinbach, MB., Gary Reimer, 204-326-7000. www.reimerfarmequipment.com 2- JD 7721 TITAN II PT combines, field ready, vg, $4000 ea. located at Findlater, SK. Call 403-871-2441 or 928-503-5344.

1995 JD 9600, 3248/4302 hrs., shedded, 1994 1688, 4300 eng. hrs., newer sieves, $39,000. Can arrange delivery. Call rails, feeder house, and bushings, $20,000 306-563-8482, Yorkton, SK. OBO. 306-220-1533, Saskatoon, SK. 2008 9770 STS, dual wheels w/2010 615 2000 2388 w/1015 header, $65,000. 2004 PU header, $195,000. A.E. Chicoine Farm 2388 w/2015 PU header, $115,000. 2006 Equipment, 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK. 2388 w/2015 PU header, $130,000. 2009 7088 w/2016 PU header, $180,000. Call WRECKING: JD 8820 combine for parts.

A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment, J M Salvage 204-773-2536, Russell, MB. 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK. 2002 JD 9650W, 4400 eng. hrs., 3400 1994 CASE/IH 1688, 5875 eng. hrs., spec. sep. hrs., rear wheel drive, many new rotor, through shop in 2012, $13,000. Call parts, Greenlighted, field ready, always shedded, 914 PU header, asking $72,000.

306-231-8999, Humboldt, SK. Could come with JD 925 flex head with 2009 7120 CASE/IH w/2016 header, Cary air, low acres. 204-324-9300, $165,000; 2007 7010 Case/IH, dual 204-324-7622, Altona, MB. wheels, w/2016 header, $170,000. Call 2010 JD 9870 STS, fully loaded, Pro drive, A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment, 5 spd. feeder house, HD lift cylinders, HD 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK. final drives, HD rear axle, premium cab, Intelligent Management System, grain 2008 8010, 1398 sep. hrs., long auger, tank ext., HD unload auger, long auger, loaded, new rotor, 2016 PU header, new Contour-Master, only 550 sep. hrs., 650 rotor and concaves, shedded, premium straddle duals, c/w P615 PU header, condition. Terre Bonne Seed Farm, $249,000 CAD OBO. Call 218-779-1710.

306-921-8594, 306-752-4810, Melfort, SK. 2011 JD 9770, AutoTrac ready, Contour 1994 CIH 1688, internal chopper, straw Master, HD DFH, 520/42 duals, extended and chaff spreader, hopper topper. Recent wear pkg., 615 PU header, always shedrepairs incl: all shaker bushings, hydro ded, 1100 sep. hrs., mint cond., $225,000 pump, top and bottom rotor bearings and will deal. 204-324-6298, Altona, MB. rear tires, shedded, field ready, $15,000.

1999 JD 9610, new rub bars, concave’s, 306-744-7663, Saltcoats, SK. walkers and bearings. Chopper recently balanced, rake-up PU, field ready, asking $75,000 OBO. 306-452-3878, Redvers, SK. 2012 CLAAS LEXION 770, 300 sep. hrs., fully loaded, $320,000 OBO Cdn; 2011 Claas Lexion 760, 700 sep. hrs., fully loaded, $265,000 OBO Cdn; 2010 Lexion 590, 1994 MF 8460 Conventional, 2606 hrs., fully loaded, 500 sep. hrs., $220,000 OBO Mercedes, Rake-Up PU, shedded, good.

Cdn. All in excellent cond., used only in 306-944-4325, 306-231-8355, Bruno, SK. small grains; 2- 2000 Lexion 480 combines, $39,000 each OBO Cdn. 1987 MF 860, V8 hydro, 2600 hrs., new concave and bars, new rad., Rake-Up PU, 218-779-1710, Bottineau, ND. reverser, well maintained, shedded. Call 306-554-0217, Wynyard, SK. WRECKING: MASSEY 860 combine for NH TR98, many new parts, new top sieve, parts. Call J M Salvage 204-773-2536, feeder chain, rebuilt concaves, field ready, Russell, MB. $12,000 OBO. Ph/text 306-960-6651.

1994 TR97, 3500 eng. hrs, intake and exhaust valves done, Swath Master PU, Redekopp chopper, hopper topper, $17,000 OBO. Call 306-929-4580, Albertville, SK. 2002 NH TR99, new feeder chain, new clean grain chain, fine cut chopper, lateral tilt, moisture tester, AHH, hopper topper.

Call 306-542-7786, Kamsack, SK. 1999 TX68, 2600 eng. hrs., mostly new bearings and belts, Hassle free electronics, exc., $24,000 OBO. Nate 204-372-6081, 204-280-1202, Fisher Branch, MB.

1976 GLEANER L, 24’ straight cut header, duals, chopper, PU, transport, open to offers. Call 306-693-9847, Moose Jaw, SK.

2011 MF 9795, 1134 eng./792 sep. hrs., MAV chopper/spreader, all options incl. lat. tilt, 4200 header w/14’ Swathmaster PU, $195,000. 306-834-5006, Kerrobert SK

1990 JD 9500, 4100 eng. hrs., 912 PU 2014 CASE DH362 header, 35’ to fit Case/ header, many new parts, harvest ready, IH combine or swather w/transport, like $27,500 OBO; Also available JD 930 rigid new, $19,500. 306-861-4592, Fillmore, SK. header w/hyd. adjustable reel, good cond, $5000 OBO. 306-946-7928, Watrous, SK.

1996 JD 9500, PU and straight cut header, 3100 sep. hrs., 212 PU header with 11’ Sund PU and 930R rigid header with full finger auger and PU reel, chopper and spreader, 2 spd. cyl., recent GreenCASE/IH 8240, 36’ PT swather, Roto- chaff shedded, very good condition, Shear, low acres, $3800. Ph Larry light, $42,000.

306-375-7733, Kyle, SK. 306-563-8765, Canora, SK. 2014 CASE DH362 header 35’, to fit CIH swather or combine w/transport, like new, $19,500. 306-861-4592, Fillmore, SK.

CARTER DAY AIR screen cleaner, Model #F515, Style #DDK1, vg cond., only 2 yrs. use, always shedded, c/w fan and 120 spare screens of various sizes, $45,000. 2001 MACDON 972 25’ header, Keer BATCO CONVEYORS, new and used, Call 306-617-9009, Zealandia, SK. Email: Shears, double swath, new knife, exc. shape. 306-435-7893, Moosomin, SK. grain augers and SP kits. Delivery and james@canpulsefoods.com leasing available. 1-866-746-2666.

CUSTOM COLOR SORTING chickpeas to TRAILTECH FULL carry swather transport, tandem, 1400O GVW, lights, brakes, c/w 2011 BATCO 20105 swing w/hydraulic mustard. Cert. organic and conventional. all transporting hardware, $12,000. swing and lift, excellent condition, $33,000 306-741-3177, Swift Current, SK. 306-466-7744, Leask, SK. Phone 306-648-3622, Gravelbourg, SK. DUAL STAGE ROTARY SCREENERS and Kwik Kleen 5-7 tube. Call 204-857-8403, Portage la Prairie, MB. or visit online: www.zettlerfarmequipment.com 2010 NH WINDROWER draper header, FOR DECADES, FARMERS and retailers have recognized fibreglass tanks are the 6 CLELAND DOUBLE spiral separators, fair 36’, PU reels, fore/aft, pea auger, premium ideal tank for storing liquid fertilizer! Call condition, $3000. Call 306-335-2280, shape, used very little, $50,000 OBO. Lemberg, SK 306-834-7204, Kerrobert, SK. 1-855-765-9937 or visit www.polywest.ca

2013 MACDON FD 75-D flex draper header, 40’ wide cross auger, slow speed transport case and NH adapter, exc. working cond., loaded, $69,000. Can deliver. Call anytime 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. 2008 JD 936D and 930D draper headers, PU reel, always shedded, $28,000 each OBO. Transports available. 204-851-0745, 2016 S 680 JD combine, under 100 hrs., Elkhorn, MB. new MacDon PU header, loaded. Combine is in Kamsack, SK. for viewing. Can deliver. 2008 NH 88C HoneyBee 42’, flex draper, trailer not included. Call any time, reconditioned, reduced to $24,900; 2003 NH 74C 30’ flex, air reel, reconditioned, 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. $26,900; 2002 NH 74C 25’ flex, recondi1994 9600, 4150 sep. hrs., recent Green- tioned, $19,900; 1998 NH 973 30’ flex relight, w/914 PU and/or 930R header, long conditioned, $17,900.

Free delivery. auger, fore/aft, Redekop chopper, hopper Reimer Farm Equipment, #12 Hwy N, cover, chaff spreader, $35,000 OBO. Steinbach, MB. Gary Reimer 204-326-7000 306-435-9214, 306-435-3514, Moosomin. www.reimerfarmequipment.com

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WHITE MF 9230 30’ straight cut header, AGRA PARTS PLUS, parting older tracfits White 9700, 9720 and MF 8570, 8590, tors, tillage, seeding, haying, along w/oth$4000 OBO. 204-794-5979, Springfield MB er Ag equipment. 3 miles NW of Battleford, SK. off #16 Hwy. Ph: 306-445-6769.

CORN HEADERS: 2-2008 Geringhoff Models 630 and 1230 Roto-Disc chopping LOEFFELHOLZ TRACTOR AND COMBINE corn headers, 6 and 12 row, both 30” spac- Salvage, Cudworth, SK., 306-256-7107. ing, good cond., $25,000, fits Case/IH 80 We sell new, used and remanufactured series; $60,000, fits Case/IH flagship se- parts for most farm tractors and combines. ries combines. 306-421-1361, Torquay, SK SELLING USED COMBINE parts off MF 2002 42’ SP42 HoneyBee, pea auger, 860’s and older; JD 8820’s and older; IHC transport, Cat adapter, $25,000. Used JD 1480; L2 Gleaner, etc. J M Salvage, adapter plate for newer MacDon headers, 204-773-2536, Russell, MB. $1,400. A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment, Storthoaks, SK., 306-449-2255.

G.S. TRACTOR SALVAGE, JD tractors 2005 CASE/IH 1020 flex header, 30’ w/PU only. Call 306-497-3535, Blaine Lake, SK. reel, field ready, $13,000, trailer $2000.

TRIPLE B WRECKING, wrecking tractors, Call Wes 306-744-7663, Saltcoats, SK. combines, cults., drills, swathers, mixmills.

1995 960 MACDON 36’ draper header, etc. We buy equipment. 306-246-4260, exc. fits JD; 30’ MF 9030 w/PU reel; 25’ 306-441-0655, Richard, SK. Claas (8560 MF), PU reel; 24’ JD 224 Series, fits Case 2188; 24’ Int. straight cut; GOODS USED TRACTOR parts (always 22’ Sund PU on Case header; 14’ Sund PU; buying tractors). David or Curtis, Roblin, 17’ Claas straight cut; 16’ Cockshutt, fits MB., 204-564-2528, 1-877-564-8734.

White 8600; 24’ JD 100, fits 7700; Extra Coulter PU wheels; Cockshutt 8800 and PARTING OUT: Combines: JD 7700; 8700 combines w/header reversers, oth- Gleaner N6, Gleaner L; MF 860, 850, 851; ers for parts; Fresh JD 8820 for parts; JD Co-op 951. Swathers: Versatile 400; IHC PU’s; 7721 JD combine, vg. Sieve rebuild- 4000. Tractors: AC 7060; White 2-155 ing. Roland, 306-256-7088 Cudworth SK and 2-150; Deutz DX90 w/707 Leon loader; IHC 650 dsl.; Farmall 300, H, MD; MACDON 974 FLEX DRAPER w/873 Case Cockshutt 550, 560, 770 and 40; Case 900, adapter, single point, fore/aft, hyd. tilt, 800 and 930. Misc: cultivators, plows, skid plates, pea auger, transport, new cen- seed drills, tires, hydraulic parts and some tre canvas. 204-648-4649, Dauphin, MB. older semi trucks. 204-871-2708 or CORN HEADS: 3-JD 843 8 row 30”, from 204-685-2124, Austin, MB. $3500-$12,500; 2-JD 893 8 row 30”, from $12,500-$17,500; CIH 1083 8 row 30”, PARTING OUT low houred 9700 White $12,500; NH 996N8 row 30”, $17,500. combine. 204-764-2642, Hamiota, MB. Reimer Farm Equipment, #12 Hwy N, Steinbach, MB. Gary Reimer 204-326-7000 SMITH’S TRACTOR WRECKING. Huge inventory new and used tractor parts. www.reimerfarmequipment.com 1-888-676-4847.

2004 MACDON 962, 36’ draper, factory trans., gauge wheels to fit Cat 400, exc. WRECKING COMBINES: IHC 1482, 1460, cond, $16,500. 306-861-4592, Fillmore, SK 915, 914, 815, 715; JD 7721, 7701, 7700, 6601, 6600, 105; MF 860, 850, 851, 760, 2000 36’ 1042 Case/IH w/Case adapter, 751, 750, 510, S92; NH TR70, 95; White $18,000. 2008 36’ SP36 HoneyBee, trans- 8900, 8800, 8700, 8650, 8600; CFE 5542; port, pea auger, 7120 or 8120 Case adapt- Gleaner C, F, L, M; CCIL 9600, 951; Vers. er, $37,000. 2010 40’ D60 MacDon, trans- 2000. Call 306-876-4607, Goodeve, SK. port, $60,000. 2010 40’ Case/IH, transport, pea auger, $60,000. Call A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment, 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK. MODEL 57 #0H7, PTO drive, high lift, 2002 MACDON 872 ADAPTER for CAT good condition, $6000 OBO. Ph/text Lexion and Claas, $5500.

Call 306-921-7688, Aberdeen, SK. 306-693-9847, Moose Jaw, SK. 2009 HONEYBEE SP30, 30’ draper, w/roto shear on each side, no adapter, exc. cond., RICHARDTON 1200, 700, 750 hydumps; $15,000. Call 306-861-4592, Fillmore, SK. JD 3970 Harvester, corn and hay head.

2010 HONEBYEE 36’ flex draper, factory 1-866-938-8537, Portage La Prairie, MB. transport; 2009 HoneyBee 42’ flex draper, pea auger, factory transport, $35,000 each OBO Cdn. Both in excellent condition.

218-779-1710, Bottineau, ND.

2001 JD 8210, 3850 hrs., AutoTrac ready; 2001 7710, 4200 hrs., 3 PTH. Both have 540/1000 PT0. 204-522-6333, Melita, MB.

WANTED: FORD 9030 bi-directional tractor in good running condition. Ph/text 306-946-7738, Watrous, SK. 2009 HYUNDAI LOADER HL740XTD, S/N# LF0710299, mint condition, 13,540 hrs., $55,000 OBO. 204-981-3636, Cartier, MB.

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Partial listing: 1682 IHC combine, 1086 IHC tractor w/2250 loader, 8”x60’ Sakun1993 FORD 846, 7792 hrs., 230 HP, 4WD, diak PTO auger, 25’ 8100 Hesston SP 18.4R38 duals, PTO, 4 hyds., diff lock, cab, swather, 16’ hayheader, 50’ of Flexi-Coil A/C, heat, 14 spd. std trans, $48,000 OBO. harrow packer and more. No reasonable offer refused. 306-245-3311 Weyburn SK Call 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. 37’ LAURIER HANGING packer bar, in good shape. 1-1/2 HP elec. pressure washer, 1500 PSI. 204-745-2784, Carman, MB.

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Phone 306-997-2209, 1-877-318-2221, Borden, SK. www.comb-tracsalvage.com We buy machinery.

50’ FLEXI-COIL HARROW packers w/P30 packers; Also, 36’ Wilrich vibrashank cultivator w/harrows. Both in good condition.

Taking offers. 306-210-8186, Reward, SK.

NEW 60” ROTARY ditcher, requires 180 HP and 3 PTH, $21,500. Free farm demo to interested customer.

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2014 VERSATILE 500, PS, 110 gpm., delux NEW 1/4”: 8”, 9” and 12” cult. shovels, $3 cab, weight pkg., AutoSteer, 588 hrs., 1 to $3.50 each. Melroe plow shares, $15. owner, shedded, very good. Call Cam-Don Melroe plow moldboards $30. Lawrence Motors Ltd., 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. 204-836-2686, St. Alphonse, MB. 1984 VERSATILE 975, w/855 Cummins, new paint, new interior, new pins and bushings, 8000 hrs., very nice, hard to find! Call 218-779-1710.

LIZARD CREEK REPAIR and Tractor. We buy 90 and 94 Series Case, 2 WD, FWA tractors for parts and rebuilding. Also have rebuilt tractors and parts for sale.

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STEIGER TRACTOR PARTS. New and used, from radiator to drawpin, 1969 to 1999. Give us a call 1-800-982-1769 or www.bigtractorparts.com

RETIRING: 1980 JD 4640 tractor, recent drop-in 50 Series eng. and trans. service.

Call 306-638-4550, Findlater, SK. JD 8970, new tires; JD 4440, rebuilt eng.; JD 4450, FWD, 3 PTH, new engine; JD 4255, FWD. 204-871-5170, Austin, MB. 2005 6715 FWA, only 2300 hrs., c/w 740 Premier FEL, LHR bucket, grapple, bale forks, $67,500. 306-948-7223, Biggar, SK. 1981 JOHN DEERE 8640, 4WD, 8300 hours, good condition, $18,500. Call 306-739-2442, Moosomin, SK.

40’ BOURGAULT AIR SEEDER w/harrows, 1980 JOHN DEERE 8440, 4 WD, PTO, 5500 with 2155 tank, $14,000 OBO. hrs., 3 hydraulics, good condition, $14,500 OBO. 306-946-7928, Watrous, SK. 306-681-7610, 306-395-2668, Chaplin, SK.

NEW RITE-WAY and MORRIS heavy harrows in stock. 70’, 68’ and 55’. Cam-Don 2002 JD 9400, 425 HP, 24 spd., new rubMotors Ltd., 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. ber, 4 hyds. w/return line, exc. cond., $85,000 OBO. 306-861-4592, Fillmore, SK. 1996 DEGELMAN 70’, 25”x9/16 tines, $23,900. Cam-Don Motors, 306-237-4212, STEVE’S TRACTOR REBUILDER specialPerdue, SK. izing in rebuilding JD tractors. Want Series 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 7000s to rebuild or for 2014 MORRIS 50’ heavy harrow, 9/16x26” parts. pay top $$. Now selling JD parts. tires, 800 acres, bought 70’, vg, $2900. 204-466-2927, 204-871-5170, Austin, MB. Cam-Don Motors 306-237-4212 Perdue SK 1998 JD 7810, MFWD, 740 SL loader, 3710 hrs., 19 spd. powershift, triple SCV’s, 18.4x42 duals, brand new 14.9x30 fronts, 2004 JD 1790 CCS, 31 rows, 15” spacing, radar, 2 pair inside weights, 2 function joyflex fold frame, vacuum metering system, stick, hood guard, front weight bracket, central fill hopper, 16/31 split row, Pro- 92” high volume bucket, always shedded, drive, mini hoppers w/Yetter 2962 mount- exc. cond. 204-745-8700, Elm Creek, MB. ed Coulters. Canola, corn and bean discs.

Yetter trash whippers and eset precision JOHN DEERE 8630, PTO, tires like new, exmeters on all rows. Air bags, single point cellent condition, $19,500. 306-861-4592, hook-up; 787 TBH 130 bu. air cart for fert. Fillmore, SK. (will sell cart and fert. equip. separate), 1990 JD 4755 tractor, 2 WD, quad range, $80,000. Will consider a trade down for 1000 PTO, approx. 6900 hrs., $37,500. Call older model 12 or 16 row planter. Call 306-948-7223, Biggar, SK. Morris 306-269-7774, Foam Lake, SK. Email: mchalvosron@hotmail.com MITCH’S TRACTOR SALES LTD., 204-750-2459 (cell), St. Claude, MB. Mitchstractorsales.com JD 1830, 3 PTH, 2 hyds, w/wo loader; JD 2950, 2 WD, CASE/IH 5600 23’ chisel plow, with 4” re- CAH, 3 PTH, 2 hyds; JD 2950, MFWD, 3 versible shovels, 3 row mulcher, vg cond., PTH, 2 hyds, w/loader; JD 2955, MFWD, 3 PTH, 2 hyds, w/loader; JD 4050, 2$4700. 204-436-2264, Elm Creek, MB. MFWDs, 3 PTH, PS, w/o loaders; JD 4250, 1997 51’ CASE/IH 5800 HD cultivator, MFWD, 3 PTH, 15 spd, w/265 loader; JD w/Degelman mounted 3-row harrows, 4450, MFWD, 3 PTH, 15 spd, w/loader; JD $42,000. A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment, 4455, MFWD, 3 PTH, 15 spd, w/loader; JD 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK. 6420, MFWD, 3 PTH, AutoQuad, w/loader; JD 7220, MFWD, AQ w/LHR, 3 PTH, 3 2012 CASE/IH RMX 370 34’ tandem disc, hyds, w/741 loader; Case CX80, MFWD, rockflex, 9” spacing, discs 23” front/23.5” Open Station, 3 PTH, w/loader; Case MXM rear, 3 row harrows, $35,000. Ken 140, MFWD, 3 PTH, 3 hyds, w/loader, 204-857-2585, Portage La Prairie, MB. 5000 hrs. All tractors can be sold with new or used loaders. Now a Husqvarna Dealer, 2008 ST830 47’ chisel plow, 5 plex, 650 lb. with a full line of Husqvarna Equipment. trip, 8” knock-on shovels, anhydrous Raven rate control, factory hitch, hyd. winch, 4520 JD TRACTOR, 9160 hours, duals, 9/16” heavy harrows, $75,000 OBO. Call very good tires, exc. cond., asking $8000.

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NEW AND USED HCC (Hart Carter) and UII (Universal Harvester) pickup reels for sale to fit HoneyBee combine headers and swather tables. Avail. in various sizes in 5 2-7/8” OILFIELD TUBING, $40 each, truckand 6 batt configurations. Info. and pricing load quantities only. Call 306-861-1280, call Joanni at 306-296-2297, Frontier, SK. Weyburn, SK.

1977 IHC 1600 w/15 ft. box & hoist, roll tarp, $5000; 27 ft. R-7 Gleaner header with transport, $5500; Gleaner N-6 & R-7 parts, chopper, twin spreader, rotor, fans.

WRECKING FOR PARTS: Versatile 700, pulleys, etc.; Farm King 7x41 & 8x46 au18.4x38 tires- like new; 255 Massey, dsl., gers with motors, $1500 each. Call 16.9x30 tires- like new; 970 Case c/w fac- 204-785-0498, Selkirk MB. tory 3 PTH, 2390, vg running eng., 3 PTH. Call 1-877-564-8734, Roblin, MB. ODESSA ROCKPICKER SALES: New Degelman equipment, land rollers, StrawESTATE SALE: 935 Versatile, NH 7090 master, rockpickers, protill, dozer blades. round baler, like new; Snocrete 848a 8’ 306-957-4403, 306-536-5097, Odessa, SK. tractor mounted 3 PTH snowblower; 1975 Int. 1466, duals, new sleeves/pistons; 50,000 FARMERS CAN’T be wrong! When 1977 Ford F600 3 ton, 40,000 miles; 1975 you purchase a Norwesco tank, you’re not MF 760 V8 hydro combine; Walinga 6614 just purchasing a tank.

Call agra vac. 403-304-9217, Hoosier, SK. 1-855-765-9937 or visit: www.polywest.ca

FREE STANDING CORRAL PANELS: Feeders & Alley ways, 30’ or order to size.

Oilfield Pipe: 1.3, 1.6, 1.9, 1-7/8, 2”, 23/8, 2-7/8, 3-1/2. Sucker Rod: 3/4, 7/8, 1”. Casing Pipes: 4-9”. Sold by the piece or semi load lots. For special pricing call Art 204-685-2628 or cell 204-856-3440.

1978 VERSATILE 835, 1000 PTO, 730 hrs., CHECK OUT OUR inventory of quality used clutch, rad., batteries replaced last 500 highway tractors. For more details call WANTED: ALL KINDS of bison from yearhrs., $10,000. 204-535-2253, Baldur, MB. 204-685-2222 or view information at lings to old bulls. Also cow/calf pairs. Ph www.titantrucksales.com Kevin at 306-429-2029, Glenavon, SK. FLAX STRAW BUNCHER and land levelers.

Building now, taking orders. Don’t delay, WANT TO PURCHASE cull bison bulls and cows, $4.00 to $4.50/lb. HHW. Finished call now! 306-957-4279, Odessa, SK. beef steers and heifers for slaughter. We are also buying compromised cattle that can’t make a long trip. Oak Ridge Meats, McCreary, 204-835-2365, 204-476-0147.

BISON WANTED - Canadian Prairie Bison is looking to contract grain finished bison, MF #36 DISCERS. Will pay top dollar as well as calves and yearlings for growing and pick from anywhere. Phone Mike markets. Contact Roger Provencher at 306-723-4875, Cupar, SK. 306-468-2316, roger@cdnbison.com

CASE 4490, running or could be used for parts, $2800. 250-847-0783, Nipawin, SK.

2007 JD 9400, 24 spd., new triples, 6900 hrs., Greenlighted, $100,000. Call Ed for details 204-299-6465, Starbuck, MB.

HEADER TRAILERS & ACCESSORIES. Arc-Fab Industries. 204-355-9595 charles@arcfab.ca www.arcfab.ca

THE HANDLER IS available in 5 sizes and proven on tens of thousands of farms from across the world. Call 1-855-765-9937 or visit: www.polywest.ca

USED WISHEK: 14’, 16’, 30’; Roam 16’; Hesston #2410 50’ one-way; Kewanee breaking disc, 14’; DMI 5-7 shank rippers. w w w. z e t t l e r f a r m e q u i p m e n t . c o m 1-866-938-8537, Portage la Prairie, MB.

2012 AG SHIELD 7700, 120’, 1500 gal.

RECONDITIONED rigid and flex, most poly tank, trip nozzle bodies, windsreens, makes and sizes; also header transports. rinse tank, used 1 season, like new CASE/IH MX 110 with Buhler 795 hyd. self levelling loader, LHR, 3PTH, plumbed for Ed Lorenz, 306-344-4811, Paradise Hill, SK $12,500. 306-861-4592, Fillmore, SK. grapple, rebuilt powershift trans., 9400 www.straightcutheaders.com hrs., MFWD, 110 HP, S/N JJA0113932, vg working, $48,000 OBO. Call 204-743-2324, 2009 MACDON FD70, 40’, new sickle Cypress River, MB. and drapers, JD adapter, gauge wheels, ask $47,900. Pea auger available. Can de- 1996 TYLER PATRIOT 150, 90’, loaded w/2 sets of tires, 3207 hrs., 360 Outback 1998 CIH STEIGER 9390, 425 HP, approx. liver. Call 204-324-6298, Altona, MB. mapping, AutoBoom, $30,000. Ph/text, 6500 hrs., 850 Trellberg duals, 24 spd., vg 306-946-7738, Watrous, SK. cond., $89,000. 306-948-7223, Biggar, SK.

WILDFONG CONCAVES an improved threshing element for JD S series. Also new improved front beaters for JD STS and S Series, no more plugging. Please call us Wildfong Enterprises Ltd., Russ 306-260-2833 or Rick 306-734-7721 or the shop 306-734-2345, Craik, SK.

DIESEL GENSET SALES AND SERVICE, 12 to 300 KWs, lots of units in stock. Used and new: Perkins, John Deere and Deutz.

We also build custom Gensets. We currently have special pricing on new John Deere units. Call for pricing 204-792-7471.

GPS w/Sub-Meter Accuracy. New in box, never been used, c/w extended warranty, asking $900 OBO. 204-791-4736 or AVAILABLE FOR HARVEST Devloo Ca- kaymcn1@hotmail.com nola Crusher, $840. Gerry 204-744-2773, gdevloo@xplornet.ca Somerset, MB.

BRAND NEW 2010 NH 88C 42’ flex draper hdr, c/w transport, $32,000. Can deliver.

Ken 204-857-2585, Portage La Prairie, MB.

2003 SPRA-COUPE 4640 high clearance 8 BELT VICTORY pickup w/hydraulic drive sprayer, 80’ boom, 600 hrs., $65,000. Call motor, good shape. Call 306-944-4325, A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment, 306-231-8355, Bruno, SK. 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK. WESTWARD MELROE 388 PU 14’, hyd. drive, good condition. 306-682-3581, Humboldt, SK. TRIDEKON CROP SAVER, crop dividers.

Reduce trampling losses by 80% to 90%.

Call: Great West Agro, 306-398-8000.

CAB CAM CAMERAS observation systems, wired and wireless, accessories, top FLOATER TIRES: Factory rims and tires: quality savings. Call 1-800-481-1353. JD 4930/4940, R4045; 800/55R46 Goodyear tire and rim; 710/60R46 Goodyear www.diamondfarmtractorparts.com LSW; Case 650/65R38 Michelins, $13,500.

NEW AND USED HCC (Hart Carter) and UII Duals available for combines.

(Universal Harvester) pickup reels for 306-697-2856, Grenfell, SK. sale to fit HoneyBee combine headers and swather tables. Avail. in various sizes in 5 FOUR 2013 8-hole sprayer rims for and 6 batt configurations. Info. and pricing 320/90R/50 tires, like new, $2600. call Joanni at 306-296-2297, Frontier, SK. 306-862-7524, 306-862-7761. agriquip.ca

NEW AND USED generators, all sizes from 5 kw to 3000 kw, gas, LPG or diesel. Phone for availability and prices. Many used in stock. 204-643-5441, Fraserwood, MB.

NEW LS TRACTOR, 4 WD, 97 HP, Iveco dsl., self-leveling loader, 3500 lb. lift, CAHR, 3 spd. PTO, 3 PTH, power shuttle with hi/lo, 5 yr. warranty, $69,000. The Tractor Company 306-239-2262, Osler, SK.

Big Tractor Parts, Inc. Geared For The Future

STEIGER TRACTOR SPECIALIST

RED OR GREEN 1. 10-25% savings on new replacement parts for your Steiger drive train.

2. We rebuild axles, transmissions and dropboxes with ONE YEAR WARRANTY. 3. 50% savings on used parts.

WANTED: USED, BURNT, old or ugly trac- NILSSON BROS INC. buying finished bison tors. Newer models too! Smith’s Tractor on the rail at Lacombe, AB. for fall delivery Wrecking, 1-888-676-4847. and beyond. Smaller groups welcome.

Fair, competitive and assured payment.

WANTED: Older and newer tractors, in Call Richard Bintner 306-873-3184. running condition or for parts. Goods Used Tractor Parts, 1-877-564-8734.

HARMONY NATURAL BISON buys all WANTED: WHITE 145, 170 or 195 trac- types of bison. Up to 6.25/lb CAD HHW tor, or ALLIS CHALMERS 8070. Emerson, finished; Culls $5.25/lb CAD HHW; Feeders up to $4.50/lb CAD live weight. Call or MB. 204-373-2502 or 204-304-0270. text 306-736-3454, Windthorst, SK. GUARANTEED PRESSURE TREATED fence posts, lumber slabs and rails. Call Lehner Wood Preservers Ltd., ask for Ron 306-763-4232, Prince Albert, SK.

QUILL CREEK BISON is looking for finished, and all other types of bison. COD, paying market prices. “Producers working with Producers.” Delivery points in SK. and MB. Call 306-231-9110, Quill Lake, SK.

SOLIDLOCK AND TREE ISLAND game wire and all accessories for installation. Heights from 26” to 120”. Ideal for elk, deer, bison, sheep, swine, cattle, etc. Tom Jensen ph/fax: 306-426-2305, Smeaton, SK.

1-800-982-1769

(All Special Sales Held In Conjunction With Regular Butcher And Feeder Sales)

www.bigtractorparts.com

Sheep LaMb and Goat SaLe Wed., Oct. 25 @ 1:00 pm

SpeciaL anGuS caLf SaLe Fri., Oct. 7 @ 9:00 am

IT’S FINALLY HERE...The World’s First Cordless, Hoseless Fence Stapler!

Also Gallagher Power Fence Products.

Available from D&R Prairie Supplies, 306-221-1558, Minton, SK.

2013 CASE/IH L785 FEL w/grapple and bucket. Fits on Case Puma 200; Also have BLOCKED SEASONED JACK Pine firewood some rear weights as well, $1.75/lb. Call and wood chips for sale. Lehner Wood Preservers Ltd., 306-763-4232, Prince Albert, 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. SK. Will deliver. Self-unloading trailer.

BIRCH, POPLAR and SPRUCE firewood, cut and split or 16’ logs. Self unloading truck, can deliver. 306-577-5377, Kennedy, SK.

RancheRs choice calf sale

Mon., Oct. 17 @ 10:00 am (No Cows, No Yearling, No Holsteins, No Dealer Cattle) Some Of The Best Calves This Area Produces. Extra Local Buyers And Ontario Orders On This Sale.

You Have A Uniform Group Of Calves. Butcher Cows Or Yearling. Ask Us About Our Farm Video.

“Where Buyers & Sellers Meet” To Consign or for more information call: 204-694-8328

or call Mike at 204-807-0747

BEV’S FISH & SEAFOOD LTD., buy diwww.winnipeglivestocksales.com rect, fresh fish: Pickerel, Northern Pike, Licence #1122 Whitefish and Lake Trout. Seafood also available. Phone toll free 1-877-434-7477, 4TH ANNUAL ANGUS HARVEST CLASSIC 1984 CAT D7G DOZER, c/w 13.5’ twin tilt 306-763-8277, Prince Albert, SK. Sale, Oct. 21, 7:00 PM Johnstone angle blade, hyd. winch, enclosed cab, Auction Market, Moose Jaw, SK. Offernew UC, excellent working condition, new ing 55 outstanding heifer calves, bred heif26” pads. Warranty, $78,000. Can deliver. ers, plus select club calves. For a cata204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. WANTED: LOG DEBARKER. For Sale: logue or more info contact Glen Gabel Jetstar 3 Moline tractor, w/loader and 3 306-536-1927 or T Bar C Cattle Co. LEON 707 FEL with mounting brackets for PTH, very good shape, $4400. 1947 Chev, 306-220-5006. View the catalogue online 2090 or 2290 Case, $2500. 306-681-7610, 1-1/2 ton truck, to be restored, $350. at www.buyagro.com Watch and bid live 306-395-2668, Chaplin, SK. 204-848-2254, Onanole, MB. at www.liveaucitons.tv PL#116061

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The Manitoba Co-operator | September 29, 2016

Hwy #205, Grunthal • (204) 434-6519

GRUNTHAL, MB.

AGENT FOR T.E.A.M. MARKETING

REGULAR CATTLE SALES

every TUESDAY at 9 am Oct. 4, 11, 18 & 25

Sat., Oct. 1st at 10:00 AM

Tack & Horse Sale ** Only one Tack & Horse Sale this Fall **

Wed., Oct. 5th at 11:00 AM

Dairy Sale - 65 head, 1 consignor (5 milking, 6 5 plus, 24 6 mth, 18 7 mth, 12 8mth).

35 head (opens & breds) 1 consignor. Contact Ed 204-392-8442 or Brad 204-346-2440 for more info.

For on farm appraisal of livestock or for marketing information please call

Brad Kehler (Manager) Cell 204-346-2440 Auction Mart (204) 434-6519 MB. Livestock Dealer #1111

WWW.GRUNTHALLIVESTOCK.COM

Advertise your unwanted equipment in the Classifieds. Call our toll-free number and place your ad with our friendly staff, and don’t forget to ask about our prepayment bonus. Prepay for 3 weeks and get 2 weeks free!

1-800-782-0794.

PUREBRED BLACK ANGUS long yearling bulls, replacement heifers, AI service.

Meadow Ridge Enterprises, 306-373-9140 or 306-270-6628, Saskatoon, SK. JL LIVESTOCK FALL FEMALE SALE on December 13, 2016. Offering: 200 PB heifers and 200 commercial heifers. Sired by Density, Net Worth, and Final Answer. AI’d to Final Answer, Angus Valley, and JL Preferred. Call 306-736-7393, 306-736-8698, Peebles, SK. SELLING: BLACK ANGUS BULLS. Wayside Angus, Henry and Bernie Jungwirth, 306-256-3607, Cudworth, SK. BLACK ANGUS BULLS, two year olds, semen tested, guaranteed breeders. Delivery available. 306-287-3900, 306-287-8006, Englefeld, SK. www.skinnerfarms.ca

TRIPLE R LIMOUSIN HAS Bulls for sale.

2 yr. olds and yearlings, red and black.

Polled and performance, or calving ease ones. Limousin and Limousin cross Angus, Also open and bred heifers, and group of cows, commercial and purebreds. All bulls guaranteed and can deliver. Volume discount. 204-685-2628, cell 204-856-3440.

1981 MALCO 3 bedroom, 1 bath open concept 1132 sq. ft. mobile home for sale.

Located in East College Park, Saskatoon, SK. Includes appliances, heated addition, wood fireplace, NG furnace, many upgrades: paint, laminate flooring, windows, water heater, much more. $39,500. Can be moved. For more info. call 306-477-2993, 306-230-8545.

12V. or Hydraulic Electronic Scale Opt.

1 877 695 2532 www.ezefeeder.ca

CATTLE SHELTER PACKAGES or built on site.

For early booking call 1-800-667-4990 or visit our website: DRILLING RIGS AND DRAWWORKS, www.warmanhomecentre.com Selling by Unreserved Auction: 2 Ideco drilling rigs; 2 Superior drawworks. EquipHI-HOG CATTLE SQUEEZE chute, new in ment is in running order. Selling October 2009, adjustable squeeze and headgate, 5th in Grand Prairie, AB. For details see: palpation cage, ribbed floor, swinging side rbauction.com Owner Carl 780-982-5411 HERD DISPERSAL: 80 Black Angus cross gates, $4200. 306-539-8918, Balgonie, SK. pairs and 80 mixed pairs, all exposed to Registered Angus bulls. Full herd health program. $2800 per pair firm. Pasture STEEL VIEW MFG. Self-standing panels, windbreaks, silage/hay bunks, feeder panavailable. 306-335-7875, Lemberg, SK. els, sucker rod fence posts. Custom orders. Call Shane 306-493-2300, Delisle, COW/CALF PAIRS, approx. 30, $2900 per SK. www.steelviewmfg.com pair. Can pasture until October. Located near Dunblane, SK. Call 306-653-0135.

CUSTOM GRAIN ROLLING on your yard w/new PTO Apollo rollermill. New Apollo 40 RED AND 80 Black big 1350 lbs. heifers Sven rollermill sales, used mills buying with calves for sale. Call 306-773-1049 or and selling. Re-grooving all makes. Mani- ORGANIC FEED GRAIN. Call DMI 306-741-6513, Swift Current, SK. toba Distributor Direct. Phone Farmers 306-515-3500, Regina, SK. Premium Equipment, Randy 204-729-5162 TRADE AND EXPORT CANADA BUYING KELLN SOLAR SUMMER/WINTER WA- all grades of organic grains. Fast payment and pick up. Call 306-433-4700.

WANTED: 200 Red or Black Angus cross TERING System, provides water in remote younger cows, lease to own. References areas, improves water quality, increases available. 306-542-2575, 306-542-7007, pasture productivity, extends dugout life. WANTED: ORGANIC LENTILS, peas and St. Claude/Portage, 204-379-2763. chickpeas. Stonehenge Organics, AssiniVeregin, SK. boia, SK., 306-640-8600, 306-640-8437.

FREESTANDING CORRAL PANELS for cattle, horses, bison and sheep. 21’x5-bar, $219; 21’x6-bar, $239; 21’ horse panel, $179; 21’x7-bar bison, $299; 24’x5-bar HD continuous panels, $189; Feedlot continu- DO YOU KNOW an amazing single guy ous bunk feeders “you will love them”; 30’ who shouldn’t be? Camelot Introducwindbreak frames; Framed gates; FS pan- tions has been successfully matching peoNEAR DISPERSAL OF 2 year olds to aged els w/gates; 20’ barrel feed trough, $295; ple for over 22 years. In-person interviews Quarter Horse and Paint brood mares. 21’ belted feed trough, $395; 20’ bunk by Intuitive Matchmaker in MB and SK. From Fitzpatrick Paints & Quarter Horses, feeder panels, $399; 50’ round pen kits www.camelotintroductions.com or phone November 3rd 2016, Johnstone Auction from $1385; 10’ panels, $79; 10’ bull pan- 306-978-LOVE (5683).

Mart, Moose Jaw, SK. Over 4 yrs of breed- el, $129; Horse haysavers, $489; Round ing program being offered. 306-925-4523. bale feeders. For sheep: 4’ and 7’ panels; TIME TO APPRECIATE Relationships!

21’ freestanding panels; Feed troughs; Life is meant to be shared. We are here to HORSE AND TACK SALE, Heartland, Prince Rnd. bale feeders; Small hay feeders; Lots help you. Candlelight matchmakers. ConfiAlbert, SK., Friday, October 7th, starting at of gates. 1-844-500-5341. For pics/info dential, rural, photos/profiles to selected www.affordablelivestockequipment.com matches. Local, affordable. Serving MB, 5:30 PM. Call 306-763-8463.

Will accept custom orders. Reasonable SK, NW-ON. Call 204-343-2475 or email trucking rates available for delivery. candlelightmatchmakers@gmail.com HORSE SALE, JOHNSTONE AUCTION MART, Moose Jaw, SK. Thursday, October 6, 2016. Tack sells at 2:00 PM. Horses sell at 4:00PM. All classes of horses accepted.

For more info. call 306-693-4715 or visit: www.johnstoneauction.ca INTERESTED IN GETTING SHORTHORN influence into your breeding program?

Visit us at: manitobashorthorns.com or call our field rep. Tom Walls 204-895-8191

AG EQUIPMENT

DEALS ON THE GO!

RED ANGUS BULLS, two year olds, semen tested, guaranteed breeders. Delivery MBPHB LOUD AND PROUD Foal and available. 306-287-3900, 306-287-8006, Horse Sale, Sept. 17, 1:00 DST, at Spot A Quarter Arena, Pierson, MB. 204-634-2375 Englefeld, SK. www.skinnerfarms.ca for info. www.mbpainthorsebreeders.com SCAN TO DOWNLOAD THE APP »»

READY TO MOVE HOMES: just completed, 1560 sq. ft. home, 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, master has ensuite bath & walk-in closet, main floor laundry, beautiful large kitchen & island, front covered deck. Call or email for more info Marvin Homes Inc, Marvin Vogt, Mitchell, MB. 204-326-1493 or 204-355-8484. marvinhomesinc@live.com www.marvinhomes.ca RTMS AND SITE built homes. Call 1-866-933-9595, or go online for pictures and pricing at: www.warmanhomes.ca READY TO MOVE MODULAR. Beautiful, well-kept, 1250 sq. ft., 3 bed., 2 bath single family home. Vaulted ceilings, large kitchen, jacuzzi off master bedroom, central air. Numerous renovations. $85,000 elnicol@mymts.net

DENNIS FARAND OF Meadow Portage, is offering the following private land for sale: N1/2 SE 35-31-16W, W1/2 34-31-16W. The successful purchaser will be considered by Manitoba Agriculture for possible transfer of the Crown land forage lease associated with this ranch unit. This forage lease currently consists of the following: E1/2 25-31-16W; NE 34-31-16W; NE 35-31-16W; W1/2 35-31-16W; N1/2 38-31-16W; SE 36-31-16W; SW 36-31-16W; SE 02-32-16W; E1/2 03-32-16W; SW 03-32-16W; E1/2 04-32-16W; NE 09-32-16W; SE 09-32-16W; E1/2 09-32-16W; E1/2 10-32-16W; W1/2 10-32-16W; E1/2 11-32-16W; W1/2 24-32-16W. If you wish to purchase the private land contact the Lessee Dennis Farand at Box 13, Meadow Portage, MB. R0L 1E0. If you wish to comment on or object to the eligibility of this Unit Transfer write the Director of Manitoba Agriculture, Agricultural Crown Lands, PO Box 1286, Minnedosa, MB. R0J 1E0 or fax 204-887-6578.

GRAIN FARMS: 9 quarters near Birtle, MB. with 1000 acres cultivated. 1400 sq. ft. home, machine shed, barns, shop and 30,000 bushels of storage. Also 2 quarters near Shoal Lake, with 260 acres cultivated.

Yard with shop, hydro, well and 13,400 bushels of storage. Call or text Rick Taylor 204-867-7551. HomeLife Home Professional Realty Inc.

PRIME FARMLAND FOR SALE: In the RM of Buchanan No. 304. 3.5 quarters, summer fallow: SW-04-32-04 W2; NE-06-32-04 W2 SW-30-32-04 W2; W1/2 of SE-30-32-04 W2. Phone 306-563-4308.

RM CANWOOD #494- just listed. This 140 acre scenic property is close to the Cookson pasture and the Prince Albert National Park. 1232 sq. ft. home built in 1960, 30x32 hip roof horse barn. Approx.

65 acres of tame hay. Balance is some harvestable spruce timber plus pasture openings. Just a great well sheltered yard.

Fenced with 3 wires and treated post.

MLS®584810. For further info. or to view call Lloyd Ledinski, Re/Max of the Battlefords, 306-446-8800, 306-441-0512.

160 ACRES, near Regina, w/yard and business opportunity; 15 acres w/large character home, plus 2nd home on property within 35 miles of Regina or Weyburn on Hwy. #35; 160 acres w/large home, 3 car heated garage, large shop, horse barn, plenty of water, 20 min. NE of Regina. Beside Regina, SK: 3 acre property/ house/greenhouses; Near Pilot Butte, 80 acre development land; 90+ acres, Hwy. #11, 7 miles North of Saskatoon, development; RM Perdue, 2 quarters W. of Saskatoon on Hwy #14; 2 miles East of Balgonie Hwy. #1, 145 acre development land.

Brian Tiefenbach 306-536-3269, Colliers Int., Regina, SK. www.collierscanada.com

NEAR DUCK MOUNTAIN, river nearby, very scenic. 459 acres, 265 cultivated, 60 acres fenced pasture. 1550 sq. ft. bungalow with attached garage, 30x42’ heated workshop plus much more. Florence Komarniski Real Estate, 204-638-3055, Dauphin, MB., or Grant Tweed, Century 21, 204-761-6884.

FARMS WANTED. If you are considering selling your farm, contact me. I have eight years experience selling farms and farmed all my life. All discussions are confidential.

Rick Taylor, Homelife Home Professional Realty. 204-867-7551, rtaylor@homelife.com www.homelifepro.com

FJORD CROSS 5 yr. old team of mares, broke to drive. 306-567-4786, Davidson, FFS- FUCHS FARM SUPPLY is your partner in agriculture stocking mixer, cutter, SK. feed wagons and bale shredders and industry leading Rol-Oyl cattle oilers.

306-762-2125, Vibank, SK. www.fuchs.ca SINGLE HORSE BUGGY, original, stored in- 18’ NORBERT CATTLE trailer 5th wheel; 12’ side, good condition, $1200. Ph/text utility trailer; 2 large self feeders; Small 306-921-7688, Melfort, SK. sheep trailer; 24 bale hay trailer.

306-283-4747 306-220-0429 Langham, SK

HEREFORD HARVEST Production Sale, Oct 14, 2:00 PM Lone Pine Cattle Services, Vibank, SK. Offering an outstanding selection of heifer calves, bred heifers, select bull calves and cow/calf pairs. For a catalogue or more info. contact Rob O’Connor 306-762-4543 or T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-220-5006. View the catalogue on-line at: www.buyagro.com Watch and bid live at: www.liveaucitons.tv PL#116061 ANL POLLED HEREFORDS and Guests Production Sale, Saturday, October 15, 1:00 PM at Steelman, SK. Guest consignors Glenlees Farms, Brooks Farms and Blairs.Ag Cattle Co. Offering an exciting group of bred females, heifer calves and cow/calf pairs. For a catalogue or more info contact Karl Lischka 306-487-2670 or T Bar C Cattle Co. Ltd. at 306-220-5006.

View catalogue at:: www.BuyAgro.com Watch and bid online: www.dvauction.com PL #116061 TWIN VIEW POLLED HEREFORDS Production Sale, Oct. 22, 1:00 PM. At the Farm, Strathclair, MB. Offering 65 impressive heifer calves, bred heifers, and young cow/calf pairs. For a catalogue or more information contact Ernie McDonald 204-365-7426 or T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-220-5006. View the catalogue online at www.buyagro.com Watch and bid live at www.liveaucitons.tv PL#116061

SVEN ROLLER MILLS. Built for over 40 years. PTO/elec. drive, 40 to 1000 bu./hr.

Example: 300 bu./hr. unit costs $1/hr. to run. Rolls peas and all grains. We regroove REGISTERED AUSTRALIAN and repair all makes of mills. Call Apollo BONAFIDE Machine 306-242-9884, 1-877-255-0187. Kelpie pups, Australian bred. Parents make a living on cow/calf operation at commuwww.apollomachineandproducts.com nity pasture. Also started working Kelpies.

Call Watkinson Working Kelpies, KUHN 2044 MANURE spreader, vertical 306-692-2573, Moose Jaw, SK. beaters, good condition; Also Cattlelac 360 mixer wagon. Phone 204-838-2132, PUREBRED BORDER COLLIE pups. From 204-851-0284, Kenton, MB. good working and personable parents.

Contact 306-553-2213, Swift Current, SK. GREG’S WELDING: Freestanding 30’ 5 bar panels, all 2-7/8” drill stem construction, $470; 24’x5.5’ panels, 2-7/8” pipe with 5- ONE FEMALE BLUE HEELER puppy 1” sucker rods, $350; 24’x6’ panels, 2-7/8” available. Off excellent working bloodlines. pipe with 6- 1” rods, $375; 30’ 2 or 3 bar Ready Nov. 1st, with 1st shots and dewindbreak panels c/w lumber. Gates and wormed, $400. Contact True Blue Heelers double hinges avail. on all panels. Belting 306-492-2447, 306-290-3339, Clavet, SK. troughs for grain or silage. Calf shelters.

Del. avail. 306-768-8555, Carrot River, SK. WANTED: LABRADOR OR Chesapeake retriever pup, with field trial background.

Registered dog for hunting purposes. Call 204-757-2023, St. Andrews, MB.

AFFORDABLE RADON mitigation solution with Polywest, Liberty Pumps and Fantech!

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We BUY used oil & filters Collection of plastic oil jugs Glycol recovery services Specialized waste removal

WANTED: BUTCHER HOGS SOWS AND BOARS FOR EXPORT

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HEARTLAND LIVESTOCK, Prince Albert, SK, Exotic Bird/Small Animal Sale, Saturday October 8, 1:00 PM. All entries must be pre-booked and in the yards by 12 noon. Call 306-763-8463.

FRESH AND SPRINGING heifers for sale.

Cows and quota needed. We buy all classes of slaughter cattle-beef and dairy. R&F Livestock Inc. Bryce Fisher, Warman, SK. 14 FEMALE WHITETAIL DEER. 306-249-0717, Saskatoon, SK. area.

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Reputation Herd Dispersal, WLB Livestock, Douglas, MB, 1:00 PM CST, October 20, 2016. Bull calf wintering program available. Call Bill Biglieni, 204-763-4697.

SHEEP AND GOAT SALE, Heartland LiveCatalogues at www.wlblivestock.com stock, Prince Albert, Sat. Oct. 8. Immediately following exotic sale (which starts at Blair-Athol Haroldson’s & Friends Sale 1:00PM). Call 306-763-8463 to pre-book.

Sunday, October 16, 1:00 PM at the BlairAthol Farm, 4 miles west, 3 miles north of Arcola, SK. 75 polled herefords sell featuring bred females, cow/calf pairs and select embryos. For a catalogue or more info. COTSWOLD EWES AND RAMS. Scrapie contact: Duncan Lees 306-455-2619; Jeff resistant genotype. Phone 306-285-3639, Lees 306-577-1375; Chad Wilson Lashburn, SK. 306-577-1256 or T Bar C Cattle Co. Ltd. at 306-220-5006. View the catalogue at: www.BuyAgro.com Watch and bid online: EWE DISPERSAL- 250 ewes and 150 ewe lambs, $250/ea. Clean flock, not auction www.dvauction.com PL # 116061 mart gatherings. Flock from 2 closed flocks, approx 50% Rideau. Rams are from “Take The Next Step” Sale, presented by Medicine Ridge in AB and Mulmar Vista C&T Cattle Co., Phantom Creek Livestock, Farms in ON. 204-232-1620, Dugald, MB. Twin View Polled Herefords, McCoy Cattle Co., and KLR Polled Herefords. Sat. Oct. QUALITY HAMPSHIRE and DORSET ewe 15, 5:00 PM. Right Cross Ranch Sale Barn, ram lambs and yearlings from proven flock Kisbey, SK. Offering a select group of Heeroma’s 306-823-4526, Neilburg, SK. Polled Hereford females and open show heifers. For catalogues or more information contact Chris 306-455-2605; Doug 306-773-7136; Ernie 204-365-7426; Chad 306-436-2086; Randy 306-299-4511 or T SASK. SHEEP DEV. BOARD sole disBar C Cattle Co. Ltd. at 306-220-5006. tributor of sheep ID tags in Sask., offers View catalogue at: www.BuyAgro.com programs, marketing services and sheep/ Watch and bid online: www.dvauction.com goat supplies. 306-933-5200, Saskatoon, PL #116061.

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BEST CANADIAN HOMES built by Moduline Best prices! 1520 sq. ft., $111,900; 1216 sq.ft. $91,900; 1088 sq.ft. $87,900. Ready for delivery. Custom orders welcome. Onsite consultation. Yellowhead Modular Home Sales, 306-496-7538, 306-849-0002 weekend calls. Personalized service. www.affordablehomesales.ca MEDALLION HOMES 1-800-249-3969 Immediate delivery: New 16’ and 20’ modular homes; Also used 14’ and 16’ homes. Now available: Lake homes.

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ESTATE OF WALTER SHIPOWICK and Exceptional architectural and craftsmanVange Shipowick Unreserved Real Es- ship. Re/Max Nipawin, Linda Swehla, tate Auction, Monday, Oct. 3, 2016, 306-862-6390, Nipawin, SK. 1:00 PM. Directions: 5 miles North on #9 to Mehan Road, 2 miles East, 1/4 South.

Call Wayne 587-938-7630 for viewing.

Sale on location. Location! Location! Location! NE-1/4-31-26-3-W2, RM Wallace.

Approx. 130 acres of alfalfa, large 2600 sq. ft. house, 3 bdrms upstairs, 3 bdrms downstairs in fully developed basement suite. New shingles, att. garage, sheltered yard, close road access. Large abundance of water. Extra buildings incl. 120’ quonset, barn, corrals, and 2nd house which is still in use with new water heater and new furnace. This property is very well sheltered with trees, flowers, grass, etc. Property is situated North of Yorkton on Mehan Road, 10 mins. to Yorkton. Parcels 161384711 and 161384722 will be sold RIVERVIEW ACREAGE AUCTION Oct. 11, separately. Terms and conditions to be ex- 2016, RM of Frenchman Butte. 1.39 acres plained the day of sale! 15% non-re- situated on an absolutely secluded piece fundable deposit. Balance in 30 days. Visit of land overlooking the North Sask. River www.ukrainetzauction.com PL 915851. and providing one of the most spectacular views anywhere. Property includes an oldRM LEASK #464, MLS® 580974. 479 er year round home, garage and town waacre cattle farm with 364 acres in tame ter supply. If you’re looking for a private hay, balance bush and pasture openings, get-away, or maybe a spot to go fishing or fenced with 4 wires and treated post. 3 hunting this property is worth a look. For bdrm home with full basement in nice con- more details www.kramerauction.com dition. 40x60 quonset with dirt floor, or Mike Higgs 306-445-500 or Ed Truelove 28x40 quonset style barn, well and 2 water 306-441-0525. PL #914618. bowls plus hydrant in barn. Also a small lake stocked with rainbow trout. To view call Lloyd Ledinski, Re/Max of the Battle- LAND FOR SALE: 55 acres, presently zoned agricultural, $255,000. Only 15 fords, 306-446-8800, 306-441-0512. mins. from Saskatoon. Rolling hills. ExcelMACK AUCTION CO. presents a Land lent potential for walkout development Auction for Reg and Dale Faber, Thursday, w/gas, power, phone and public water October 20, 7:00 PM, Alameda, SK., Legion line. Call Ron Thompson, Royal LePage Hall. Four quarter sections of pasture and Saskatoon, SK. for info 306-221-8112. hay land situated on #9 Hwy. South of Carlyle, SK., in the RM Moose Creek #33.

Parcel 1: SE-24-05-03-W2, Parcel 2: The following 3 quarters sell as one package with a combined oil SLR of $9500 annually, SE-31-05-02-W2, NE-31-05-02-W2, CANADIAN FARM REALTY SW-31-05-02-W2, 4 water sources, barbwire fence. For details view website: Broiler Farm For Sale www.mackauctioncompany.com PL911692 31,200 kgs quota with newer barns.

Located near Whitemouth, MB SCENIC 160 ACRES, 15 miles NW of Meadow Lake, SK. near SW side of Beaver on 13.77 acres with small River. May be used for canola, grains, recbungalow house reation or hayland. Natural spring water, Royal LePage Riverbend level, no rocks, fenced and treed around.

NW-31-18-60-W3, RM 588, $154,000. Call for more info 306-240-5997.

Sheldon Froese 204-371-5131 RM DOUGLAS: 6 quarters, high assessed, MLS®584933; RM Redberry: 1 quarter with house (handyman special), MLS ®580216; RM Eagle Creek: 1/2 section mixed farm with bungalow, MLS®580211; RM Redberry Acreage: 14.8 acres, 1.5 storey house, 2 car garage and hip roof barn, MLS®582845. Call Mike Janostin, Great Plains Realty Inc., 306-481-5574. greatplainrealty.ca

Stacey Hiebert 204-371-5930 Dolf Feddes 204-745-0451 Junior Thevenot 204-825-8378 Henry Carels 204-573-5396 Catharina Carels 204-720-4779 Visit our farm listings and videos at www.canadianfarmrealty.com

EXCELLENT LIVESTOCK FARMS: 1) 1000 head feedlot, Hartney. 2) 1732 deeded acres w/4425 acres of Crown land, fenced, small bungalow, very good buildings and metal corral system, can carry 450 cow/calf pairs. 3) Excellent horse ranch in Erickson, MB., Riding Arena and buildings in fantastic condition. 4) 640 acres mixed farm within 15 min. of Brandon. Jim McLachlan 204-724-7753, Home- SCAT HOVERCRAFT AND TRAILER, KawaLife Home Professional Realty Inc, Bran- saki engine, good bellows, $3000 OBO. Ph/text 306-921-7688, Melfort, SK. don, MB., www.homelifepro.com

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ROUND ALFALFA/ALFALFA GRASS solid POLY TANKS: 15 to 10,000 gal.; Bladder core greenfeed 5x6 JD hay bales for sale. tanks from 220 to 88,000 gallon; Water Call 306-237-4582, Perdue, SK. and liquid fertilizer; Fuel tanks, single and double wall; Truck and storage, gas or dsl.

ROUND BALE PICKING and hauling, small Wilke Sales, 306-586-5711, Regina, SK. or large loads. Travel anywhere. Also hay for sale. 306-382-0785, Vanscoy, SK. 3- 500 GAL. and 1000 gal. fuel tanks; 300 gal. gas tank w/stand; 1000 gal. HD steel 400 BROME/ALFALFA 6x6 round hay bales, water tank. 306-370-1603, Beechy, SK. .04¢ per lb., no rain. 306-634-7920, 306-421-1753, Estevan, SK.

2007 KEYSTONE EVEREST 36’ 5th wheel, 4 slide-outs, TV, fireplace, AC, queen bed, sleeps 4, large shower, lots of storage, exc $24,000. 403-931-3217, Millarville, AB.

1995 19’ FORD COACHMAN motorhome, 73,000 miles, excellent shape.

306-842-3611, Weyburn, SK. WANTED: NEWER CLASS A or C motor home. Gas or diesel. Must be in excellent condition. Call 204-683-2398.

1994 WINNEBAGO CLASS A Vectra, 34’, 454 gas engine, fully loaded, awnings on all windows, powerplant, 64,000 miles, vg, asking $15,000. 306-586-5183, Regina, SK 2007 CLASS A Triple E Embassy 34’, gas, 23,000 kms, V10 on Ford chassis, hyd. leveling system, lots of extras, $65,000 OBO. Call 306-533-9017, White City, SK.

1973 ARCTIC CAT, for parts, or as is, not running. Shedded. Phone 306-259-4430, Young, SK. Farming is enough of a gamble, advertise in the Manitoba Co-operator classified section.

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600 BALES, 1450 lbs. average, brome alfalfa, 1st and 2nd cut from same field, TEMPORARY GRAIN BIN replacement tarps for all sizes from 22’ diameter to 105’ Guernsey, SK. area. 306-682-2899. dia. Best quality available Canadian made GOOD QUALITY HAY put up dry without quality silver cone shaped tarps available rain. 400 big square bales, 3x4x8. for all sizes. All sizes in stock. Shipped overnight to most major points in Western 306-364-4700, 306-320-1041, Leroy, SK. Canada. For all pricing, details, and pics LONG LAKE TRUCKING, two units, custom visit our website at www.willwood.ca or hay hauling. Call 306-567-7100, Imperial, phone Willwood Industries toll free 1-866-781-9560, fax 306-781-0108.

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260 ALFALFA AND OAT bales, weighing 1300 lbs., asking 5¢/lb. 306-280-8994, Hanley, SK. ROUND ALFALFA/BROME 5x6 hay bales, netwrap, no rain, $60 per bale.

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WINNIPEG- CHARLESWOOD AREA. 2 bdrm. 1 bath, side by side, approx. 800 sq. ft., balcony, unfinished basement for storage, 4 appliances. $1100/mo. plus utilities Ph. 204-897-0676. Ph/text 204-802-6387.

CONDO FOR LEASE near downtown Portage LaPrairie, MB. Quiet location, close to essential services and hospital, 2 bdrm., 2 bath, large kitchen. All utilities included, $1250/month. Investment opportunity offered. 204-892-1002.

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Off FWA tractor, in excellent condition, no rain. Call 780-753-2550, Perdue, SK. Kristen 306-624-2381, Bethune, SK. $800 for all 4. 250-847-0783, Nipawin, SK. LARGE ROUND BALES, tame hay, MR. TIRE CORP. For all your semi and 3.5¢/lb. 204-646-2357, Lundar, MB. BESCO GRAIN LTD. Buyer of all varieties Vanderveen half ton tire needs call Mylo 306-921-6555 of mustard. Call for competitive pricing.

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37 4th Ave. NE Carman, MB R0G 0J0 LARGE ROUND AND LARGE square hay and GOOD USED TRUCK TIRES: 700/8.25/ Ackerman Ag Services, 306-638-2282, 11R22.5/11R24.5; alfalfa, delivered in semi loads. Call or text 900/1000/1100x20s; Ph. (204) 745-6444 Chamberlain, SK. 9R17.5, matched sets available. Pricing 306-408-0038, Moosomin, SK. from $90.

K&L Equipment and Auto. Ph Email: vscltd@mts.net BIG ROUND BALES, 1200 lbs., Orchard Ladimer, 306-795-7779, Ituna, SK; Chris Andy Vanderveen · Brett Vanderveen grass alfalfa mixture, solid core, no rain, at 306-537-2027, Regina, SK. Jesse Vanderveen $35/bale. Also 2nd cut, same quality, A Season to Grow… Only Days to Pay! $45/bale. 204-886-2083 eves, Teulon, MB. “ON FARM PICK UP”

325 ROUND HAY BALES, alfalfa and alfalfa grass mix, average 1600 lbs., 3.5¢/lb. or $55/bale. 204-870-9450, Austin, MB.

ELIAS SCALES MFG., several different ways to weigh bales and livestock; Platform scales for industrial use as well, non- TOP QUALITY ALFALFA, variety of grasses electric, no balances or cables (no weigh and custom blends, farmer to farmer. Gary like it). Shipping arranged. 306-445-2111, Waterhouse 306-874-5684, Naicam, SK. North Battleford, SK. www.eliasscales.com ALFALFA, TIMOTHY, Brome, Clover, hay and pasture blends, millet seed, Crown, Red Prozo. 204-685-2376, Austin, MB.

COVER CROPS. The season is over. Thank you for your business. Share your experience, I share mine. Feel free to call 9 to 5, 204-851-2101, Virden, MB.

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1998 NH 9682 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$77,000 1996 NH 9482 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $56,000 2013 JD 9560RT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $375,000 2016 VA 550DT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $490,000

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Harrow Heavy 2014 BO 7200-84 . . . . . $45,900 Harrow Heavy 2013 BO 6000-90 . . . . . $35,900 Harrow Heavy 2014 MR Field Pro-70 $41,900 Harrow Packer 1998 MR Rangler II . . . .$12,500 Mower Conditioner 2013 NH H7460 $39,286

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MORE NEWS LOCAL , NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL NEWS

Climate change could cross key threshold in a decade — scientists Exceeding global warming targets could mean drastic action is necessary

BY LAURIE GOERING

“Negative emission technologies are likely to be needed, whether we like them or not.”

OXFORD/Thomson Reuters

T

he planet could pass a key target on world temperature rise in about a decade, prompting accelerating loss of glaciers, steep declines in water availability, worsening land conflicts and deepening poverty, scientists said this week.

Last December, 195 nations agreed to try to hold world temperature rise to “well below” 2 C, with an aim of 1.5 C. But the planet is already two-thirds of the way to that lower and safer goal, and could begin to pass it in about a decade, according to Richard Betts, head of climate impacts research at the U.K. Met Office’s Hadley Centre.

With world emissions unlikely to slow quickly enough to hit that target, it will probably be necessary to remove some carbon pollution from the atmosphere to stabilize the planet, scientists said at a University of Oxford conference on how to achieve the 1.5° goal.

That could happen by planting forests or by capturing and then pumping underground emissions from power plants.

Or countries could turn to controversial “geoengineering” techniques, such as blocking some of the sunlight arriving on the planet, to hold down temperatures, they said.

“Negative emission technologies are likely to be needed, whether we like them or not,” said Pete Smith, a plant and soil scientist at the University of Aberdeen.

But other changes — such as reducing food waste and creating more sustainable diets, with less beef and fewer imported greenhouse vegeta-

Pete Smith University of Aberdeen

Ice melts on the Aletsch Glacier in Fiesch, Switzerland, August 12, 2015. One of Europe’s biggest glaciers, the Great Aletsch coils 23 km (14 miles) through the Swiss Alps — and yet this mighty river of ice could almost vanish in the lifetimes of people born today because of climate change. Photo: REUTERS/Denis Balibouse

bles — could also play a big role in meeting the goal, without so many risks, he said.

“There are lots of behavioural changes required, not just by the government... but by us,” Smith said.

The scientists said building resilience to deal with climate change impacts was likely to prove tricky, not least because their scale and timing remains hard to predict with precision.

“We need to get ready to deal with surprise,” said Jim Hall, director of the Environmental Change Institute at the University of Oxford.

To warn or not?

Maarten van Aalst, director of the Red Cross/Red Crescent

and builds drought resilience, said Stephane Hallegatte, a senior economist working on climate change issues at the World Bank.

Other effective ways to boost resilience among the poor include Rwanda’s push to provide health insurance — 80 per cent of people now have coverage — and giving poor people access to savings accounts, as a safer alternative to the tradition of putting cash into disaster-vulnerable livestock, Hallegatte said.

Land competition Climate Centre, said officials in the Netherlands failed to issue a heat warning earlier this month, despite a prediction of very hot days, because they assumed — falsely — that lower nighttime temperatures in September would help moderate the problem.

That kind of difficulty in making good decisions about changing conditions is playing out in many places, van Aalst said.

“This is the sort of misperception... that will determine how we cope with these risks,” he said.

Virginie Le Masson, a researcher on disaster risk, climate change and gender issues at the London-based Overseas Development Institute, said cli-

mate change was another factor — on top of widespread problems such as bad governance and social inequality — adding to the pressures people face.

Helping those most vulnerable to climate change to withstand the problem will require efforts to help them not only adapt to changes but also to absorb shocks, van Aalst said.

Ethiopia’s government, for instance, operates a public works program that pays poor people cash or food for work on public projects, such as improving water channels or roads.

The program can be quickly scaled up in times of drought to provide a social safety net for those affected, while the work done improves water systems

The problem, the scientists said, is that some of the coming pressures may be very hard to reduce. Competition for land, for instance, is likely to grow in coming years as it is simultaneously needed to grow food, to protect biodiversity and store carbon in forests, and to grow more climate-friendly biofuel crops.

That makes holding down global temperature rise — currently on a path toward at least 2.7 C of warming — more difficult, the scientists said.

“We are woefully behind in our current response to climate change,” said Stefan Raubenheimer, the director of SouthSouthNorth, a Cape Town-based organization.

Organic food edges towards mainstream in France Growing sales are being supported by a rapidly expanding supply chain PARIS/Reuters

O

rganic food sales in France are set to rise by 20 per cent in 2016, the fastest pace in seven years, as farmers and retailers expand in the segment, an organic food group said Sept. 21.

France, the European Union’s largest agricultural producer, had been relatively slow to take to organic food in the past decade compared to EU neighbours like Germany, but last year the market showed signs of becoming more mainstream.

Sector sales rose 20 per cent in the first half of this year and are on course to maintain that level over the full year

“The takeoff of the organic sector is being confirmed in 2016.”

Didier Perreol Agence Bio

to reach 6.9 billion euros (C$10.1 billion), Agence Bio said.

This compares with sales growth of less than one per cent for supermarket grocery products in the first half of the year, according to data from market research firm Nielsen.

“The takeoff of the organic sector

is being confirmed in 2016,” Didier Perreol, president of Agence Bio, told reporters.

O rg a n i c s a l e s w e re b e i n g s u pported by a fast-growing supply chain, according to the agency, a public-private body that supports the sector’s development.

Organic farmland expanded to 1.57 million hectares, or 5.8 per cent of total farmland in France, in the first half, against 1.4 million at the end of last year, reflected in a 10 per cent rise in the number of organic farms.

Burgeoning production was keeping pace with demand, with the share of domestic supplies in French organic sales expected to remain stable at about three-quarters this year, Agence Bio

said, attributing part of imports to tropical goods.

Some 200 new specialist organic stores opened in the first half, supporting a 25 per cent rise in sales in specialist outlets, it said.

Supermarkets have also reported double-digit growth in organic sales, with Agence Bio estimating a first-half rise of 18 per cent.

Carrefour, Europe’s biggest retailer, is developing stand-alone organic food stores in Paris, as well as selling organic brands in its supermarkets, and this year acquired e-commerce organic supplier Greenweez. The group said its French organic sales growth continued at double-digit levels in the first half after rising 11 per cent in 2015.

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New funds for organic research

Researchers at the long-term organic research trials at Glenlea will be getting some state-of-the art equipment

BY LAURA RANCE FBC staff/Glenlea, Man.

O

rganic research at the University of Manitoba is getting a boost from the provincial and federal governments.

They capped off National Organic Week by announcing a $366,000 research investment Sept. 23.

“This strategic investment in equipment and infrastructure will ensure the university continues to produce research that is relevant to producers who are interested in pursuing organic cereals, oilseeds and pulse crops,” Manitoba Agriciulture Minister Ralph Eichler said as he made the announcement. “Definitely it’s about keeping our options o p e n ,” h e s a i d i n a l a t e r interview.

Eichler said the organic trials are part of a rapidly evolvi n g p i c t u re i n a g r i c u l t u re i n w h i c h n a t u ra l s y s t e m s approaches, such as growing pulse crops and legumes to produce nitrogen, will play a key role.

“Who would have thought we’d be at 1.6 million acres of pulses this year, up from 1.3 million acres last year?” he

University of Manitoba researcher Martin Entz (r) gives federal MP Terry Duguid a quick lesson in the merits of hairy vetch in a cropping system at the Glenlea longterm organic cropping trials Sept. 23. Looking on is the university’s vice-president of research Digvir Jayas and Manitoba Agriculture Minister Ralph Eichler.

Photos: Laura Rance

said. “Everything is changing so fast.

“I think it is the way of the future. Whenever you can use science-based technology to get the natural products in, that’s great. What scale and

how fast it grows is up to the farming community,” he said.

Eichler said he is still reviewing and consulting with the farming community about reports prepared under the previous NDP government

THIS CHANGES

EVERYTHING AND IT’S PROVEN

Manitoba Agriculture Minister Ralph Eichler announces new funds for the University of Manitoba organic research trials flanked by federal government representative MP Terry Duguid, the University of Manitoba’s Digvir Jayas, and lead organic researcher Martin Entz.

that concluded natural systems approaches have a role in mitigating the province’s greenhouse gas emissions as well as helping farmers manage risk.

“I’m very big on consultation, I’m very big on science, I’m very big on making sure we get it right,” he said.

The new funds will be used to buy field equipment, including new implement technology such as a CombCut and the Robocrop in-row cultivator, both of which offer organic farmers improved incrop weed control.

The announcement came as the university’s long-term organic field trials at its Glenlea site celebrate 25 years and the Glenlea research station celebrates 50 years of operation.

Lead researcher Martin Entz said the long-term trials are demonstrating the benefits of diversity in a cropping system for improving soil health, reducing energy consumption in agriculture, and reduc-

ing losses due to disease and insects. “ When I star ted Glenlea I wasn’t sure where it was going to go or even whether it would yield useful results — some people questioned the wisdom. Long-term studies of complex agricultural systems are rare and they are risky, especially when the focus is on natural systems agriculture.

Back in the early 1990s, that was considered very much ‘out there,’” he said.

But he said through collaborations with fellow researchers such as soil scientist Mario Tenuta and graduate students, the trials have produced useful research and new crop varieties for Manitoba farmers.

A new video highlighting the achievements of the past quarter-century of organic research at the university was also launched last week. It can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=Ii5KrnoS9V8. laura@fbcpublishing.com

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Student numbers grow in faculty of agriculture Students are responding to robust signals from the agriculture sector job market STAFF

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growing number of students has enrolled in the University of Manitoba’s faculty of agriculture and food science this fall.

The 2016 fall term enrolment count is 965, which includes 792 degree students and 173 diploma students.

These numbers include students in the human nutritional sciences program, which became part of the faculty in 2014.

“We have the happy challenge of trying to find enough classrooms to handle our increased student body,” said Karin Wittenberg, dean of the faculty, who points to increased awareness of the range of careers in agriculture, food and health for the influx of new students.

“The continuing high demand for our graduates by a robust agri-food industry in Manitoba and the Prairie region means students move from high-quality summer jobs through to fulfilling professional opportunities,” she said. “Our degree programs also continue to attract international students seeking careers in the production and processing sectors.”

Overall, the University of Manitoba posted a fall enrolment of 29,620 students, which marks the fourth consecutive year the University of Manitoba has exceeded 29,000 students on the first day of classes.

Students in the two-year diploma program often return to family farming operations or find jobs in the primary production sector.

The School of Agriculture, which administers the diploma program, is currently engaged in wide consultations with the industry as part of curriculum review.

“Feedback from our industry partners has confirmed that our grads have the skills to serve the agrifood community now and in the future,” said Michele Rogalsky, the school’s director. “They are valued for their contributions to farm management teams, especially in the area of farm safety management and communications.”

Taylen Van Den Driessche, a first-year student from Steinbach, Man., chose the diploma program to further his knowledge of the agricultural field. “I enjoy the financial side of things and my hope is to be self-employed after graduation,” he said. “I am also interested in educating people about our industry.”

Federal TPP study draws criticism Global Affairs Canada’s report is said to downplay potential negative effects and overestimate benefits

By Alex Binkley Co-operator contributor

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study from the federal external relations department Global Affairs Canada is drawing sharp criticism for ignoring the costs to agriculture.

The study says Canada would gain $4.3 billion in trade benefits from the proposed TransPacific Partnership, but critics say it doesn’t properly account for the impact on farmers.

TPP gains would be offset by the cost of compensating farmers for their losses, says Maude Barlow, national chairperson of the Council of Canadians.

“The department’s study predicts additional economic growth of just 0.127 per cent over two decades,” Barlow said.

“Coincidentally, that growth – estimated to be worth $4.3 billion – is the exact same amount that was promised to farmers to compensate them for their losses.”

She noted that means a zero net economic gain and ignores the way the deal will then translate into higher costs for ordinary Canadians.

“Canadians are still on the hook for more expensive prescription drugs and costly corporate lawsuits,” Barlow said.

She repeated calls for an independent study of the TPP benefits by the Parliamentary Budget Officer.

Ron Bonnett, president of the Canadian Federation of Agriculture, said in an interview that trying to forecast the longterm benefits of a trade deal “is like a gamblers’ game. You’re trying to predict very far out.”

At the same time, agr ifood and other sectors of the Canadian economy can’t be left out of trade deals that their major competitors have access to, he points out.

“We have to be kept in a competitive situation,” he said.

Although the TPP agreement isn’t up for ratification until 2017, the government is contin-

ually lobbied to commit to ratification or rejection of it. Thus far, the government has said it will continue to participate in talks about it.

The fate of the TPP pact most likely depends on the outcome of the U.S. election. Republican candidate Donald Trump is opposed to it while Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton has serious reservations about it.

The Canadian study, prepared by the Office of the Chief Economist at Global Affairs Canada, says the deal would deliver a $4.3-billion boost to Canada’s GDP by 2040, due primarily to the preferential access it would receive to markets in the Asia-Pacific rim. If the government doesn’t ratify it and the other 11 countries do, the country would face estimated GDP losses of $5.3 billion during the next 25 years because of missed opportunities to enhance trade and an erosion of Canada’s preferential market position within NAFTA. Barlow said the GAC study relies on the discredited Global

Trade Analysis Project from Purdue University which makes economic assumptions that don’t match reality. The methodology “is heavily biased toward demonstrating the positive effects, while sidelining potential negative effects.” The study uses a too positive projection of economic growth and downplays losses in the auto industry.

“The study does not consider unemployment rates, one of the most important variables for Canadians’ well-being,” she said. “Growth and employment are not necessarily synonymous, and trade deals often exert downward pressure on wages.”

The study also ignored the fate of the high-tech sector, increased costs of prescription drugs for Canadian families and the public health-care system due to strengthened pharmaceutical patents. It also excludes the cost of investor-state dispute settlement cases, estimated at $4 million per case to defend.

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The Manitoba Co-operator | September 29, 2016

ChemChina to merge Adama with Sanonda The Syngenta suitor bought full control of Adama in July

BY TWINNIE SIU AND STEVEN SCHEER Hong Kong/Jerusalem/Reuters

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hemChina is selling Israeli crop protection company Adama Agricultural Solutions to a firm it controls for US$2.8 billion, paving the way for completing a previously announced combination of the two businesses and listing it on the stock market.

China National Chemical Corp. (ChemChina), as the s t a t e - ow n e d f i r m i s o f f i cially called, is selling Adama to Hubei Sanonda Co. Ltd. for about 18.6 billion yuan (C$3.67 billion), Sanonda said.

Israel’s Discount Investment Corp. agreed to sell a 40 per cent stake in Adama to ChemChina in July for US$1.4 billion including debt, paving the way for the two businesses to combine. ChemChina already owned 60 per cent of Adama before the July deal.

The deal, expected to be fully complete in the first half of 2017 and still subject to various approvals, values Adama at US$5 billion, including US$1 billion in debt.

It comes as China, the world’s largest agricultural consumer, is looking to secure food supply for its population.

The reverse merger allows Adama, which is 10 times Sanonda’s size, to be listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange

Andrew Mann of Winnipeg-based Adama Canada announced the company’s rebranding from MANA Canada in 2014. Photo: Dave Bedard

and gain a foothold in China, where foreign firms can have a difficult time.

Global companies have less than a 25 per cent share of China’s $5-billion agrochemical market, with Adama’s share about four per cent, Adama CEO Chen Lichtenstein said.

“This is our opportunity in the Chinese market,” he told Reuters. “Over time, we should grow organically to more in the line of a double-digit market share five, six years out.”

That compares with seven per cent in Europe, five per cent in Latin America and four per cent in North America.

“We feel we can grow in China faster than growth in the rest of the world,” Lichtenstein said, noting all regions were growing.

Consolidation ChemChina first bought its 60 per cent stake in Adama, then known as Makhteshim Agan, in 2011. Makhteshim Agan had

operated in Canada since 2008 under the name MANA Canada before rebranding as Adama in 2014. Adama’s Canadian arm is based in Winnipeg.

Although Adama is a generics firm, its success largely stems from taking more than one offpatent ingredient and mixing two, three or four together and selling the mixture to farmers.

Agrochemicals companies have been consolidating, partly due to falling commodities prices hitting farm incomes.

ChemChina itself is finalizing a $43-billion takeover of Syngenta, extending by almost two months a deadline for investors in the Swiss pesticides and seeds group to tender their shares.

Sanonda, based in China’s central Hubei province, is issuing 1.82 billion new shares to ChemChina at a price of 10.20 yuan each to pay for Adama.

Sanonda also said it plans to raise up to 2.5 billion yuan in a private placement of 245.1 million shares at the same price to help fund Adama’s production and expansion projects.

C h e m C h i n a w a s a l re a d y the biggest shareholder of Sanonda with a 31 per cent stake through subsidiary China National Agrochemical Corp.

(CNAC) and will own 75 per cent after the two share sales, Sanonda said.

“The listed company aims to boost synergy and enhance overall profitability through a merger with Adama,” Sanonda said in the filing.

Shares of Sanonda, which trades on the Shenzhen stock exchange, have been halted s i n c e Au g u s t 2 0 1 5 , w h e n Ad a m a a n d Sa n o n d a f i r s t unveiled plans for a potential combination.

Lichtenstein said Adama was building formulation and packaging and research and development facilities in China with the aim of selling within China and the rest of the world.

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MWI to host workshops on family health The MWI is hosting two events in October aimed to help families better communicate, handle conflict and improve understanding of financial issues

BY LORRAINE STEVENSON Co-operator staff

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family that gets along well and communicates effectively is a safe and secure place. One that’s chaotic and regularly in conflict is not.

This fall the Manitoba Women’s Institute is tackling some of the thorny issues around causes of family conflict, while offering help to lessen it.

Two Manitoba Rural Women’s Day events — one October 15 in Rivers and the other Oct. 29 in Dugald — will explore the theme of achieving family harmony. The day-long workshops each include speakers and

facilitated conversations on topics on dealing with family conflict, understanding finances and effective communication.

They’re doing this as a form of community outreach, said MWI president Ann Mandziuk.

“It is something brand new we’re trying this year,” she said. “It came about from discussions around our board table.”

MWI’s mandate is to work to improve the lives of families, and individual MWI members are very much aware of the multiple and often unmet needs among families in small towns and rural areas, Mandziuk said. By offering these two days of seminars, they hope to provide

“It is something brand new we’re trying this year.”

Ann Mandziuk MWI president

people with new resources to share with others.

“It was to give us as members and those who don’t belong to MWI a chance to learn a little bit more,” she said.

At the workshops there will be opportunity to meet and talk with facilitators

and hear presentations from professionals working in areas of therapy, coaching and finance. Facilitated discussions will include featured speakers such as Wilma Derksen, who since the abduction and murder of her daughter Candace in 1984, has had facilitated support groups and participated in panel discussions and given lectures.

The MWI aims to make “Manitoba Rural Women’s Day” an annual event, Mandziuk said adding that they’ll look at other topics and locations to host them next year.

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Farm visit leaves lasting impression Urban kids can’t stop talking about their farm visit last weekend during Open Farm Day

BY JOHN DIETZ Co-operator contributor

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ommy, I want to go back to the farm!”

Michael Fuller, age three, made this point to Mom, Karen Fuller, on the drive home to Brandon from Open Farm Day. Michael and two city cousins had just spent the afternoon connecting with a real farm for the first time – and they couldn’t have been happier.

“They can’t stop talking about it,” nurse Karen Fuller said Friday, five days after the event.

“They went to preschool and told their teacher and told the other kids. If it’s open next year, we’ll definitely go back.”

They enjoyed the wagon ride with the horses, loved digging for plastic eggs in the straw, brushed the pony, touched the horses, even patted chickens. They saw the billy goat, and the dog that was in with the sheep.

They sat in the cab of a real farm tractor and, with adult supervision, actually moved the tractor’s bucket themselves.

“They thought they were just in heaven,” Karen says.

“All the staff there was just more than accommodating. The gentleman driving the horses let all the children have a turn at holding the reins, so they felt like they were running it. That was very gracious, and really cute.”

Province-wide The Colin and Ann Hunter farm, near Rivers, was one of 44 participating in the 2016 Open Farm Day. The event began six years ago as an initiative of Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives. It operates since 2015 through the Manitoba Association of Agricultural Societies (MAAS).

“We get funding to run the program through Growing For ward 2 with Manitoba Agriculture,” MAAS executive director Marlene Baskerville said.

“There’s no charge for farms to sign up, nor is there a charge to attend.”

MAAS hires a co-ordinator for Open Farm Day. It also supports the program with promotion, signage and direct assistance.

The co-ordinator, or an assistant, visits each farm that registers, to set it up for success.

MAAS also encourages local agricultural societies to get involved in the day, both by helping directly at host sites and by doing something supportive in the area the same day.

“The host sites do this out of the goodness of their hearts, basically, to support and promote agriculture,” Baskerville said.

“Safety is of paramount importance. We provide site signage.

We talk to them about the process they want to ensure safety, and we give the hosts a couple of safety vests so they can be easily identified.”

Co-ordinator Wendy Bulloch

Visitors from far and wide took the opportunity to visit Manitoba farms on Open Farm Day.

said cloudy, rainy weather this year reduced participation at some popular host sites in the Winnipeg area, but that overall attendance was roughly 5,000 people. There are still some locations that have not reported their numbers.

Visitors came from nearby towns, from cities, and even from out of province. The guest book at one farm was signed by visitors from other countries, including China.

A farm, museum and agricultural society at The Pas joined the Open Farm Day program for 2016 – with outstanding results.

“The Opasquia Agricultural Society site had 4-H kids, all kinds of display, and about 250 visitors,” Bulloch said. “The Round-The-Bend farm has bison, honey, and about 40 visitors for the event.”

Why the bother?

The Brandon cousins were among just over 100 visitors this year at his farm, Colin Hunter said. It was an increase from 80 visitors in 2015.

“In preparation we probably had only an extra day and a half of work. We got the barn and the pens cleaned up, but it wasn’t really extra work,” he said.

The extra work was in getting animals into position for easy viewing, in setting up the sheep shearing and the clean deep straw for a playpen, in guiding visitors with signs and ribbons, in getting helpers to operate the wagon ride and the tractor with the special ‘people-carrier’ box on the back.

Ann operated the little red farm shop where she sold farmraised beef, lamb and pork, plus

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“In the U.K., I saw the towns and the country separate.

After the split, they became two communities that have very little to do with each other. I could see it beginning here."

Colin Hunter Rivers, Man.

her own garden vegetables. Colin circulated, trying to keep the whole event running smoothly.

Both, along with helpers, were bombarded by streams of questions as well as wide-eyed curiosity from their urban visitors.

The Hunters had worked with sheep in Wales, before moving to Canada about 12 years ago.

They have about 200 cow-calf pairs and 60 ewes today, and four sheep guardian dogs.

“The two (dogs) we shut up for this are called Filthy and Dirty,” he said with a grin. “When they were pups, they were always in the wettest mucky spots. We’ve also got Reba, the one that was barking for everyone, and Dolly.”

As for farm management, Colin says, “We’ve reached our limit for what we can cover ourselves.”

Yet, they add to it to host a non-profit open house for six hours the third Sunday in September.

There’s a reason Colin is happy to give.

“In the U.K., I saw the towns

John Lewis, of Kirkella, Man., shows a somewhat skeptical helper how a sheep is sheared at the recent Open Farm Day.

and the country separate. After the split, they became two communities that have very little to do with each other. I could see it beginning here.

“When Open Farm Day came along, we felt that we could do our part in trying to hold the two communities together.

There needs to be more interaction. Town people need to know where their food comes from, need to care where their food comes from.”

Connecting dots Ben and Lacy Kontzie went to Open Farm Day from home in Brandon with Shaelynn, nine, and son Matthew, six. The two town kids get exposed to a farm somewhere once or twice a year, Lacy said.

“I heard about it (Open Farm Day) through a pamphlet my son’s teacher sent home from school. I just wanted to expose

my kids to where their food comes from, give them some understanding of agriculture in Manitoba, and how it relates directly to them,” she said.

Her children ‘connected the dots’ in the Hunters’ barn.

Nearly side by side, they saw and participated a bit in sheep shearing. They saw fleece being spun into wool. They saw wool being knitted into mittens.

“They could see the connections. Ben and I both grew up in rural Manitoba, and we’ve moved to the city. We feel this is important, for the kids to be out there, and experiencing life on a farm,” Lacy said.

“You were able to walk into the barn, look around, see how things go on, and the farmers were there to answer questions. Everybody seemed quite friendly and talkative about their operations. I think we’d go again.”

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Prairie fare Grocery Shopping 101 Teach your new student how to properly shop for groceries

BY JULIE GARDEN-ROBINSON NDSU Extension Service

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s I entered the grocery store parking lot with my 21-year-old son driving, I had a flashback of when he was young enough to ride in the child seat of a grocery chart.

On that day 20 years ago, I had just purchased groceries for the week, and I parked the cart right outside the door of our vehicle to load him in his car seat. I leaned in our vehicle to reposition the car seat a bit and then I turned back to retrieve my toddler.

He and the cart were sailing across the parking lot in a gust of Fargo’s forceful wind.

I ran after him, squealing. I didn’t know I was a sprinter. In a few seconds, I caught up to my saucer-eyed son hanging onto the cart handle for dear life. Fortunately, my son was fine, and I didn’t have a heart attack. No parked or moving vehicles were near us in the lot. I learned I had to hold the cart in place with my foot after that.

In living on his own, my college-aged son has learned that groceries are a big expense in the household budget. The “Bank of Mom” would be filling his pantry, fridge and freezer.

However, he had to put up with me reminding him how to shop and save money.

Usually I suggest beginning with a written grocery list. Planning menus for the week with the store grocery ads at hand helps save money and increases shopping efficiency.

Because this was a spur-of-the-moment trip, we started with the coupon bin in our grocery shopping adventure. I questioned him about his food supply as we walked.

Fortunately, we were at the store during a “good coupon week.” I reminded him about comparing the prices of name-brand and store-brand foods. He quickly learned that buying the store-brand items usually is a money-saving strategy.

He put the name-brand shredded cheese back on the rack and picked up the store brand. He likes to melt cheese on tortillas, so we looked for tortillas. We examined the price per ounce (unit price) and picked up the best deal.

My son always was my “calf” at home. He nabbed a gallon of non-fat milk, and we had a coupon for low-fat chocolate milk. Yes, chocolate milk has some extra calories, but it has the nine essential nutrients of “regular” milk.

Researchers have shown that chocolate milk is an excellent sports recovery beverage.

I almost could see my son’s chocolate milk

PHOTO: THINKSTOCK

moustache from yesteryear. He added a jug of chocolate milk to the cart, too.

When we reached the bread aisle, I tried to entice him to get the whole grain bread.

According to today’s nutrition guidelines, we are supposed to make at least half of our grain choices whole grain. He grinned at me and reached for the white bread.

White bread has B vitamins and iron, along with energy-providing carbohydrates.

I wanted him to eat the bread, so he got his wish.

“Well, you’ll be receiving lots of vegetables later so you get your fibre,” I added with a grin.

“Do you have any pasta?” I asked. He nodded. At the meat section, we found some frozen meatballs that he could add to canned spaghetti sauce for a quick meal. We added ground beef and frozen chicken to our cart.

“Are you eating any fruits and vegetables these days?” I prodded as we went down the canned fruit aisle.

“I’m out of vegetables, but I have a big jar of applesauce,” he said. I felt nostalgic because I remembered the poster at his childcare centre where applesauce was listed as his favourite food.

The latest dietary guidelines still suggest filling half our plate with fruits and vegetables of a variety of colours. At his age and size, he needs at least 4-1/2 cups of fruits and vegetables per day, the same as most adults. He needed more than applesauce in the mix.

“You can pick out some fresh fruit, too,” I said. He added a bag of grapes and cluster of bananas.

Four-Ingredient Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes 1 pound extra-lean ground beef 1/2 onion, finely chopped 1/4 c. water 1 (6-ounce) bottle chili sauce Salt and pepper to taste

This four-ingredient recipe is an easy-to-make dish.

PHOTO: NDSU

He had been my “unofficial research project” as a child when I tried to entice him to eat vegetables. He used to eat his vegetables first “to get it over with.” I was happy to see him pick out a few bags of mixed vegetables in the frozen food aisle.

As we were heading toward the checkout counter with a fairly full cart, I noted a couple more things to buy. I bought him two sizes of freezer bags. We talked about freezing part of the loaf of bread and tortillas and dividing up some other foods into mealsized amounts.

Finally, I saw his favourite cookies beckoning him.

“Do you want a package of cookies?” I asked.

Was there any doubt? Of course, you can fit an occasional treat in an overall healthful diet.

“Thanks, Mom. I will be eating really well,” my son said with sincerity as he dropped me off at home.

We have lots of resources and recipes on the NDSU Extension Service website (https:// www.ag.ndsu.edu/food) for people of all ages and stages of life. Click on “Food Preparation” and see the “Cooking 101” series for quick-and-easy meals.

I have supplied my son with a slow cooker, so here’s a four-ingredient recipe that he can make. We’ll see how this goes.

Julie Garden-Robinson is a North Dakota State University Extension Service food and nutrition specialist and professor in the department of health, nutrition and exercise sciences.

In a skillet, cook ground beef until brown and crumbly. Drain thoroughly and place in a small slow cooker. Add water, onion, chili sauce, salt and pepper; mix well. Cook on low for four to six hours, until onions are tender. Serve on wheat buns.

Makes five servings. Each serving (not including the bun) has 150 calories, 3.5 grams (g) fat, 1 g protein, 11 g carbohydrate, 0 g fibre and 60 milligrams sodium.

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Andrew Jackson steered his pickup onto the driveway of the Jackson farm and drove slowly towards the farmyard. Looking out of the window to the left he saw the white blobs of the sheep in the first pasture, most of them grazing, some lying down. The guard donkeys moved among the sheep like grey shadows, pausing to look up, ears pricked forward as the truck rolled by. Farther away, in the second pasture, he could see the dark bodies of the cows and calves, indistinct against the equally dark background of the woods beyond. It was a scene he had viewed almost daily for the better part of 55 years, and it had never failed to move him.

Andrew pulled into the farmyard and up to the overhead door of the machine shed, which was closed against the cool southeast wind. The brisk breeze sent the early-autumn leaves skittering across the gravel and piled them up along the bottom of the machine shed wall. It was not a stormy wind, but neither was it one of the merry little breezes you might find in an Earnest Thompson Seton story.

Andrew held on to his hat as he climbed out of the truck and opened the shed door. He stepped inside and saw his son Randy, bathed in the brightness of a portable halogen spotlight, leaning over and working on the front-end loader of the John Deere tractor they had owned for some 20 years.

Randy glanced up but kept working. “Hey Pops,” he said. “Good timing. Give me a hand here would you? Hold this hose in position so I can tighten the clamps.”

Andrew walked over and did as instructed.

“Got a leak in the hydraulics,” said Randy by way of explanation. “Thought I’d fix it before it blew out, for a change.”

“Well that’s not how I would have done it,” said Andrew. “I always enjoyed the excitement of a geyser of hydraulic oil spewing out all over the front of the tractor, and then having to fix it outside in the rain. Good times.”

“I know,” said Randy. “I remember. That’s how we learn from our parents, right? We watch what they do and we think, hey, there has to be a better way.”

“There is almost always a better way,” said Andrew.

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Randy finished tightening the last clamp and straightened up, stretching his back. “It seems I am not as young as I used to be,” he said. “My back keeps letting me know.”

“That’s a fairly common complaint,” said Andrew. “Very few of us are getting younger.”

“Coffee?” Randy walked over to the workbench, wiped his hands on a clean rag and picked up the pot. “I just made it 10 minutes ago.”

“Of course,” said Andrew. “Thank you.

Coffee is why I am here.”

Randy laughed. “Any time I need you for something I just make a fresh pot of coffee and I know you’ll show up. It’s like you have a sixth sense or something.”

“A seventh sense maybe,” said Andrew. “Isn’t the sixth sense the one that lets you see dead people?”

“Whatever,” said Randy. “You have an extra sense that helps you detect coffee from 15 miles away. That’s all I need to know.”

There was a moment of silence as the two of them set their coffee cups down on the ancient Formica-topped table in the corner and pulled up a chair each. Andrew took a sip of his coffee.

“How is everything?” he asked.

Randy shrugged. “Boringly fine,” he said.

“Jackie’s at work, kids are with Mom at your house... but then you know that since you just came from there... ” “Indeed,” said Andrew. “That’s why I just came from there.”

Randy laughed again. “I hear ya,” he said.

“It’s quiet here on Mondays and Thursdays when Jackie’s at work. I get more stuff done.

Sometimes. Sometimes I don’t get anything done. Last Thursday Brady took the day off and came over and we played video games all day. Because I’m a farmer, and that’s how I roll.”

“Well everybody needs a day off now and then,” said Andrew. “That’s what rainy Thursdays are for I guess.”

“Sure was nice to hang out with Brady for a day. I can’t remember the last time I did that,” said Randy.

“I should do that,” said Andrew. “I don’t see enough of Brady.”

“That’ll change soon enough,” said Randy.

“Next month he’ll have a baby and you’ll be down here to see him every other day.”

Andrew smiled. “They grow up so fast,” he said.

“Brady not as fast as some,” said Randy grinning.

“Fast enough,” said Andrew. “Still fast enough.”

Fresh garden vegetables — in the fall

With some planning and protection when needed some will produce well into October all ripened and processed or eaten, I still have some green tomatoes to bring in to extend the “tomato season.”

By Albert Parsons Freelance contributor

T

he peas and beans have long ago been pulled up, the corn is about done, and other vegetables are objecting to cooler temperatures and light frosts. Although we can’t expect the same quantity of vegetables from our gardens as in midsummer, we can keep quite a few producing well into October.

A bit of planning as well as a dedicated schedule of protection when called for is required. What vegetables can keep going in our gardens this late in the season?

Radish A last crop planted in the first couple of weeks of August will produce crisp radishes well into October. Usually mature in about 28 days during the summer, lateseeded radish will take longer. Keep them watered and fertilized, and if flea beetles are a problem, cover the row with a barrier such as Remay cloth. During frosty nights, cover the row with a blanket.

Lettuce Seeded in early August, a late crop of lettuce will come into production when the last planting of the main crop lettuce is used up. Push a few sticks into the ground along the row just a bit higher than the plants to take the weight of blankets that will have to be thrown over the row on

Late radish may have to be protected from flea beetles. PHOTOS: ALBERT PARSONS

frosty nights. Cos and buttercrunch types fare better than leaf lettuce varieties.

Cucumbers and zucchini These plants are not at all frost tolerant and when the temperatures cool, they stop producing flowers and fruit.

However, by giving them protection from early frost, the existing fruits on the plants will mature. Cover the plants with heavy blankets and put a few stakes in the ground to hold the blankets off the plants.

Swiss chard Chard does not mind cool temperatures and will be the last vegetable to succumb to cold weather. Put a few sturdy stakes along the row to support the blankets used to cover the plants during cold

A late planting of lettuce can be protected with a thick blanket on cold nights.

nights. It is helpful to tidy up the row by removing damaged and weathered stems from the plants and discarding them so that there is not as much foliage to cover.

If there is any chard left when the weather gets too cold to leave the plants in the garden, it will keep in the fridge for several weeks.

Tomatoes I pick most of my tomatoes long before heavy frost occurs but when I am doing the final picking and pulling the plants up, I select one plant that has a lot of smaller green fruits on it and leave them on the plant. I cover this plant during cold nights with a heavy blanket and the fruits gradually get bigger. When the tomatoes that had been picked earlier are

Why don’t I mention root vegetables and other hardy vegetables that would surely withstand some frost? Root vegetables like beets, carrots and turnips, as well as some of the brassicas, such as cabbage and kohlrabi, store just as well in the fridge as they do in the fall garden. Therefore I find it easier to harvest these vegetables before I have to worry about protecting them from frosts.

If you don’t have an extra fridge to store them, they can withstand quite hard frosts. The brassicas may have to be covered with a barrier to protect them from flea beetles, which can invade the garden after canola fields have been swathed.

Root vegetables can also be left in the garden until quite late in the season, but a blanket could be thrown over them on cold nights later in October. Hilling the vegetables can help protect bare shoulders from being frozen.

The downside to leaving so many vegetables in the garden is that it can’t be tilled until they are harvested. Last year, the fellow who tills my garden had to deal with partly frozen topsoil! However, the effort and inconvenience are worth it to be able to enjoy as many fresh vegetables as possible from the garden for as long as possible.

Albert Parsons writes from Minnedosa, Manitoba

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Diamond Disc Dogs Team of trained dogs performs throughout Manitoba

Steve Diamond and his dogs were at the Portage Potato Festival this summer. PHOTOs: ANNE BACHEWICH

By Anne Bachewich Freelance contributor

D

iamond Disc Dogs, headed by Steve Diamond, is a multi-dog trick act known as the “best trick dog show in Manitoba.” The team of highly trained dogs — mostly border collies — has been performing throughout the province for almost 10 years, and Diamond is now beginning to expand Canada-wide, catering to events in small cities, towns and agricultural fairs.

Diamond and his seven dogs (one in training), perform flying disc stunts, circus tricks and other demonstrations that crowds are loving. He began by taking a canine disc workshop in Winnipeg and then competing in competitions, and has been training dogs for over 10 years.

Their introduction to performing was at a Blue Bombers halftime show with another Winnipeg group and this led to the creation of the Diamond Disc Dogs. Diamond and his dogs then began performing solo shows for fun at The Forks in Winnipeg that resulted in turning into a business.

Since then they have performed at daycares, personal-care homes, parties, street fairs and exhibitions in small cities and towns, as well as a show before the RCMP Musical Ride.

Diamond also has some help doing the shows from Paige Swain and her golden retriever who have performed off and on for about for six years. To make travelling to events easier he has a small motorhome and it has its own power source and PA system which makes it possible to put on a performance almost anywhere.

Diamond really enjoys being in

The team of highly trained dogs — mostly border collies — has been performing throughout the province for almost 10 years.

front of an audience, but admits that he wasn’t the best at narrating during the shows to begin with. “I was really bad when I started, but the more I talked in front of an audience, even though I made mistakes, the better I got,” he says.

In the winter, he and his dogs keep in shape by doing skijoring, where the skier is pulled by the dogs on lines similar to dogsledding. They live on a 50-acre piece of land about an hour north of Winnipeg to accommodate training and for more space for the dogs. He has fenced in a half-acre and has three kilometres of trail for skijoring. This is extremely helpful for training, which usually occurs during the less busy season during the winter and for keeping the dogs in shape.

Food rewards and toys are used for training.

Diamond Disc Dogs performs at events throughout Manitoba in the spring, summer and fall and small indoor shows in the winter. For more information go to diamonddiscdogs. com.

Anne Bachewich writes from Sandy Lake, Manitoba

This Old Elevator

I

n the 1950s, there were over 700 grain elevators in Manitoba. Today, there are fewer than 200. You can help to preserve the legacy of these disappearing “Prairie sentinels.”

The Manitoba Historical Society (MHS) is gathering information about all elevators that ever stood in Manitoba, regardless of their present status. Collaborating with the Manitoba Co-operator it is supplying these images of a grain elevator each week in hopes readers will be able to tell the society more about it, or any other elevator they know of.

MHS Gordon Goldsborough webmaster and Journal editor has developed a website to post your replies to a series of questions about elevators. The MHS is interested in all grain elevators that have served the farm community.

Your contributions will help gather historical information such as present status of elevators, names of companies, owners and agents, rail lines, year elevators were built — and dates when they were torn down (if applicable).

There is room on the website to post personal recollections and stories related to grain elevators. The MHS presently also has only a partial list of all elevators that have been demolished. You can help by updating that list if you know of one not included on that list.

Your contributions are greatly appreciated and will help the MHS develop a comprehensive, searchable database to preserve the farm community's collective knowledge of what was once a vast network of grain elevators across Manitoba.

Please contribute to This Old Grain Elevator website at: http://www.mhs.mb.ca/elevators.

You will receive a response, by email or phone call, confirming that your submission was received.

Goldsborough is especially interested in determining when elevators were demolished. Readers with photos of elevator demolitions and dates of when these occurred can contact him directly at gordon@ mhs.mb.ca or call 204-782-8829.

This photo from 1962 shows the three elevators operating at Altamont at that time, including two United Grain Growers elevators with markedly different paint schemes, dating from 1905 (right, built by Ogilvie Flour Mills) and 1925 (centre). In the background is the CNR train station and a Federal Grain elevator taken over by Manitoba Pool in 1972. The 1905 elevator came down in 1967 and the 1925 elevator closed in 1993, while the Pool elevator closed in 1989. The elevators, and the men who operated them, are commemorated by two model elevators at the site. Photo: Agricore United Engineering Department

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