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Customers can’t wait for new pulse plant to open Bowden facility will ‘fractionate’ peas and lentils into protein, fibre, and starch for the human and pet food market

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new pulse-processing plant near Bowden will tap into an underserved and growing market for plant-based proteins once it comes online next year.

“It’s really a no-brainer — we already have markets (for the protein) across the U.S. and Canada waiting for us to get into production,” said Chris Chivilo, president of W.A. Grain and Pulse Solutions.

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Stewardship program ‘putting our money where our mouth is’ For producers involved with the ALUS program, ecosystem services become a type of production like any other

BY JENNIFER BLAIR AF staff / Innisfail

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he poplars ringing Adrienne Herron’s wetland stopped growing where her cattle and horses were grazing, and just wouldn’t rebound. That was a real wake-up call for the Innisfailarea rancher.

“I was concerned by the impact I was having on this ephemeral wetland with the cows and horses keeping the grass down as much as they were,” said Herron.

The land had been “grossly overgrazed” before she purchased it in 2008, and while she managed it carefully, she knew the area around her wetland would be more productive in the long run if she put some work into it now.

So Herron decided to fence it off, and turned to the ALUS program for help.

ALUS (pronounced Alice and short for Alternative Land Use Services), compensates farmers for providing ‘ecosystem services’ on their land — both through the upfront costs of the project and the ongoing maintenance of the land.

“Growing Forward will help pay for a fence, but it doesn’t pay the farmer for the ongoing management of this area.

That’s what ALUS does,” said Ken Lewis, conservation co-ordinator with Red Deer County.

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Adrienne Herron (left), has worked closely with Red Deer County’s Ken Lewis to make ‘ecosystem services’ work for her land. PHOTO: Jennifer Blair “With ALUS, we’re actually literally putting our money where our mouth is. We know that ecosystem services have value to society at large. Ecosystem services are the only product farmers are producing without getting paid for it. Now they can be paid for it.”

That makes “perfect sense” to Herron, who receives $30 an acre for her stewardship project.

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“This wetland is on private land, but it’s got a public good to it. When I don’t run my cattle in the creek or I don’t overgraze or I preserve ecosystem services, it makes sense to be compensated for that.

It’s something I produce,” said Herron, who has also fenced off her creek with help from ALUS.

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Farm workers can unionize — but don’t panic just yet Ag minister says workers should have that right, but predicts ‘extremely low unionization rates’

BY JENNIFER BLAIR AF staff

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t’s business as usual on Kevin Serfas’s farm after the provincial NDP government tabled a bill that will give farm workers the right to unionize.

“My initial response yesterday was shock and horror,” the Turinarea farmer said in an interview May 26. “But as I did a little more reading into it, I’m a bit more at ease with it.”

Bill 17 — the Fair and FamilyFriendly Workplaces Act — went through first reading last month and, if passed, would take effect Jan. 1, 2018.

The bill broadens employment standards and amended labour relations provisions to include paid farm workers, which would allow them the ability to unionize if they choose and to bargain collectively. Family members would be excluded from these new amendments.

While most of the bill “wasn’t really shocking,” the ability for farm workers to unionize is concerning, said Serfas, who has a mix of roughly 40 seasonal, part-time, and full-time employees.

“That being said, you go into a restaurant and the waiters and waitresses have the ability to unionize, and I don’t know how many unionized waiters I know,” he said.

“I’m not sure what the appetite is for farm workers to unionize. It’s concerning for sure. Are we selling the farm because of it? No.” In addition to excluding family members from the Labour Relations Code, the amendments would also allow the province to appoint a public emergency tribunal to halt labour disputes and/ or arbitrate agreements in cases where a strike or lockout could harm livestock or damage crops.

“From what I understand, they can strike, but if it will have impacts on livestock or crops, they would be ordered back to work,” said Serfas.

Unique workplaces

That was an important consideration when developing this new bill, said Agriculture and Forestry Minister Oneil Carlier.

“It was important to recognize that farms and ranches are unique workplaces. It is a business, but it’s also a way of life,” Carlier said in an interview.

“I think workers should have those rights. We’ve never really thought any differently.”

Kevin Serfas

Even if paid employees form a union, the province says it will quickly act to stop a strike during critical times, such as harvest or seeding, or when care of livestock is affected. PHOTO: Thinkstock “For instance, if workers did want to unionize, (we wanted to make sure) it wouldn’t put seeding or harvest or calving in jeopardy. We have introduced a way to make sure farmers and ranchers have access to a public emergency tribunal so that the tribunal can act very quickly to dispel any labour dispute to ensure that the farming operation isn’t put into jeopardy.

“That was a recommendation from the technical working group.

Yes, this is a right that workers should have, but also it shouldn’t overly impede a farming operation. That’s obviously not something we want to do.”

From the outset of the consultation process, the labour relations technical working group had philosophical differences about the need for labour relations — including the ability for workers to form unions and to strike. The producers at the table were prepared to accept the labour relations act as long as it included wording to prevent strikes, but the group wasn’t able to come to a consensus on that. And when all was said and done, the group reached consensus on only half of the 10 recommendations they put forward.

Even so, the province tried to strike a fair balance between the

needs of farmers and the rights of their employees, said Carlier.

“It was really important that we had that input,” he said.

It’s understandable that farmers are “a little bit anxious” about these new labour relations amendments, he added.

“I understand 100 per cent, because it’s something they’ve never even had to think about,” he said. “But it’s a right that farm workers have enjoyed for decades in our neighbours to the east in Saskatchewan, and there’s an extremely low unionization rate with farm workers right across the country.

“At the same time, I think it’s a right that people should know that they have, whether they ever exercise that right.”

Employment standards

Bill 17 also brings employment standards for farm workers in line with standards for all Alberta workers.

“We’re in a position now where we have an opportunity to introduce some basic workers’ rights to farm workers that other farm workers across the country have enjoyed for decades,” said Carlier.

“This isn’t a bad thing. It’s going to be an opportunity for people to have rights that they’ve never had before.”

While the revised Employment Standards Code will only apply to paid farm workers — not family members — it also covers young employees. However, children doing chores or taking part in activities such as 4-H; casual work, branding parties; helping neighbours and friends; or taking part in “recreational activities” (such as hunting on farmland) will also not be affected.

For paid farm workers, the new bill also lays out standards for general holiday pay, which means employees who work a general holiday get straight time pay plus either general pay at a rate of 4.2 per cent of the previous four weeks’ wages, or an alternate day off as agreed to by the employer and employee.

Vacation and vacation pay entitlements in the Employment Standards Code would also apply for paid farm workers, but would be calculated on total wages, not on a maximum of 44 hours per week.

Four days of rest for paid farm employees would be provided for every 28 days at the employer’s discretion if the employer and employee can’t agree on dates.

Existing provincial standards on hours of work and overtime would not apply for farm workers, the province said; minimum wage rules would apply.

“I don’t think that some of what they’re trying to push through is terrible,” said Serfas. “I think workers should have those rights. We’ve never really thought any differently.”

On Serfas’s large-scale cropping and feedlot operation, many of these employment standards have been standard practice for years, including vacation pay and bereavement leave.

“It’s very hard to replace good people,” he said. “You’re far better off treating the good employees that you have fairly and giving them no reason to want to leave, which is why we adopted a lot of these things long before they became law.

“It might cost a little bit more money, but a little bit of money spent up front usually saves you a lot of money on the back end.

Things like that will help a lot of these employees realize, ‘We don’t need to form a union. We’re getting treated well. We’re getting treated fairly.’” — With staff files jennifer.blair@fbcpublishing.com

Correction A story in the May 22 edition (Corn slowly winning converts in Alberta) incorrectly stated that yields of 60 tonnes per acre could be achieved. That figure is actually 16 tonnes per acre.

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Safeguard your farm buildings against fire Emergency plans and regular inspections are key to preventing devastating losses, says expert

BY JEFF MELCHIOR AF contributor

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lthough there are arguably fewer barn and shed fires on farms these days, the ones that do happen are often far more costly.

Fortunately, there are also more tools available today to prevent fires.

Fire prevention comes down to having a plan, choosing proper materials, and having regular inspections by a licensed electrician, said Dan Carlow, manager of innovation, engineering and program delivery with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs.

“We’re noticing here in Ontario that the main cause of barn fires relates to electrical systems so we’re encouraging farmers to very carefully inspect and manage their electrical systems on a regular basis,” he said.

“The other thing we’re encouraging farmers to do is to work with their local fire departments to prepare an emergency plan.”

Fewer fires, big damage

Using his own province as an example, Carlow said that even though the number of farm fires has generally been trending downwards in recent years, the losses are going up. In 2014, the last year for which farm fire stats are available, there were 150 farm fire incidents (not limited to barn fires) creating a total loss of $28.4 million.

“The financial loss is increasing based on the value of the buildings and the value of the equipment inside the buildings,”

Losses from a barn or equipment shed fire can easily total hundreds of thousands or even millions of dollars. FILE PHOTO: LINDA MAENDEL he said. “In a newer barn you’re looking at all kinds of electronic equipment that is being lost and needing replacement. Those things are very expensive.”

Preparing an emergency plan with the guidance of local fire authorities is key to fire prevention and minimizing damage.

“The development of an emergency plan can help identify proper escape routes, ways to get animals out of the barn if possible, and the location of fire extinguishers. It can certainly improve the chances of reacting positively when a fire breaks out so everyone’s aware of what needs to be done and it can be done as quickly as possible.”

It’s important that all players are in the loop about the details of the plan, he said.

“Make sure the farm family, employees and the fire depart-

ment know what’s in the plan and know how to properly execute it if or when there is a fire.”

Producers should have the electrical systems in their farm buildings inspected by a licensed electrician at least once a year, said Carlow. However, some systems may require more frequent inspections.

“It really depends on the size of the barn or structure,” he said.

“If there’s complex equipment or many changes going on, twice a year can make sense.”

Best materials, technology key

A good deal of fire prevention starts at the design and building phase, so choosing proper electrical materials is crucial.

“A new build is certainly a good opportunity to think about fire prevention and is much easier

than a retrofit,” said Carlow. “In terms of wiring we like to see all the wiring in conduits — it keeps the moisture away from wires.

There are often gases and moist environments in barns that can cause damage to wire coatings over time.”

Although professional inspection is still crucial, there is technology that can help producers identify risk factors. One example is the new arc-fault circuit interrupter, an outlet which ceases to operate if a short is detected.

“There are all kinds of sensors available that can alert farmers to existing problems in advance before they escalate into a fire situation. We would recommend using them to check against any hot spots.”

There is also new technology for fire suppression.

“There’s a new device called a HAVEN that actually releases a dry chemical fire suppressant when a fire breaks out.

There are all kinds of things on the market to help farmers and we’re encouraging them to understand what’s available and implement some of these new technologies where possible.”

Licensed electricians can help producers understand the best materials and technology to use to prevent structure fires, said Carlow.

“I know farmers are pretty handy people. A lot of them like to do their own wiring — which they can do, by the way, and have it inspected later — but for a small investment they can get a little further protection that reduces the risks down the road.”

Safe storage

Farm buildings are often full of combustible materials. Again, the local fire department can play a role in identifying the safest places to store feed and chemicals.

“In old barns you’ll see a lot of hay and straw storage. Once those things get exposed to a fire it spreads very, very quickly and then often out of control. Where possible, if feed can be stored outside or in a different location we encourage farmers to do so,” said Carlow.

There are alternate options for chemical storage available, including sheds, specialized structures, and fireproof barn sections.

“Each chemical is a little bit different. Some of them are a little more sensitive to temperature, for example, and require specific storage conditions. We’re just asking farmers to take a look at what they have and whatever they need to reduce the risk of a barn fire as part of their emergency plan.”

Even general cleanliness can play a significant role in fire prevention, said Carlow.

“We know farmers are busy and have a number of jobs to do, but keeping garbage picked up inside and outside the barn is always good advice. And a lot more farmers are heeding that advice.

We would recommend that producers eliminate the combustibles from the main barn where possible or reduce the amount of combustible materials so the risk of a fire is less to begin with.”

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Unseeded acres this summer? Consider winter wheat Producers have a few options for their unseeded acres this summer

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bad harvest followed by a wet, cool spring likely means that many producers won’t get all of their fields seeded this spring.

And that means making the best of a bad situation.

“Once we enter the middle of June, we’re looking at what producers can do with unseeded acres,” said Neil Whatley, crop specialist with Alberta Agriculture and Forestry.

“If you can’t get the crop in, you’ll have to look at something like chemfallow for the summer. But that would mean losing a year of income from the field.”

Another option is to plant a legume green manure crop — “a crop that will be worked into the soil or incorporated later in the growing season.”

“That’s a viable option to chemfallowing because it reduces the nitrogen input for the next crop and helps build soil quality,” said Whatley.

Producers can also grow cocktail cover crop mixtures as a forage source, added provincial forage specialist Karin Lindquist.

“They could graze it or take it off as silage or use it for swath grazing,” she said. “That’s good if they have animals, but if they don’t have animals, they’ll have to utilize their neighbours’ animals for those unseeded acres.”

It’s really frustrating for those who wanted to seed this spring and couldn’t. But for those who are faced with delayed seeding, there is an opportunity to seed winter wheat this fall.”

Janine Paly

But for straight grain farmers, 2017 might be the perfect year to try their hand at winter wheat.

“As soon as they decide they’re not able to seed a spring crop, I think there are opportunities for growers to think about alternative crops,” said Janine Paly, agronomist at the Western Winter Wheat Initiative.

“It’s really frustrating for those who wanted to seed this spring and couldn’t. But for those who are faced with delayed seeding, there is an opportunity to seed winter wheat this fall.”

Winter wheat acres have dipped the past couple of years as a result of wet autumn conditions, said Paly.

“The last couple of years have been a real struggle for winter wheat acres,” she said. “But given there are unseeded acres this year, we’re

anticipating that there should be an increase in winter wheat across the Prairies.”

With unseeded acres, producers won’t have to worry as much about timing their winter wheat seeding around fall harvest — one of the biggest barriers to producers trying the crop in their rotations.

“Those growers can actually go in earlier and seed that winter wheat crop without actually disrupting their harvest,” said Paly.

The optimum seeding window is generally the first two weeks of September, but producers can use their unseeded acres as an opportunity to seed early.

“There’s always that question that arises about how early we can potentially seed winter wheat. Generally speaking, we always recommend

seeding earlier rather than later,” she said, adding that ideally the crop would be at the three- to four-leaf stage, with a well-developed crown, by the time the snow flies.

Winter wheat also offers growers “a good head start” for next year, said Paly, by utilizing spring moisture, spreading out the workload at seeding, and breaking disease cycles.

But it’s the yield boost that usually draws growers to winter wheat, she said.

“Depending on the area, they might see anywhere between 10 to 40 per cent yield increase over a spring wheat crop.”

Growing a winter wheat crop is a bit different from growing spring wheat, so producers should do some research into best management practices, which include maintaining stubble in the field and avoiding cultivation as much as possible.

“Due to its unique time frame of seeding and harvest, it does require special attention to maximize opportunities and produces profitable results,” said Paly. “We really want growers to be successful, and by planning ahead, growers will achieve that success with this crop.”

For more information about growing winter wheat, visit www. growwinterwheat.ca or attend an upcoming crop tour across the Prairies this summer. jennifer.blair@fbcpublishing.com

The numbers aren’t pretty Even with a run of perfect weather, many northern producers are unlikely to finish seeding all their acres.

As of May 23, (the last crop report before press time) just 57 per cent of seeding was complete province-wide versus the five-year average of 83 per cent.

The north has particularly struggled with getting seed in the ground, said Ashan Shooshtarian, crop statistician with Alberta Agriculture and Forestry, with barely a third of their acres seeded by May 23 (the south was 88 per cent done and the central region was 67 per cent seeded as of that date).

“The northeast, northwest, and Peace Region have had more challenges than the southern and central regions due to the excessive soil moisture that they have because of the snow melting and receiving some moisture during the spring,” said Shooshtarian.

“These regions are suffering more from the wet conditions.”

And farmers are still contending with unharvested acres from last year, she added. As of May 23, about 80 per cent of 2016’s unharvested crop had been removed from the field, up about 19 per cent from the previous week, but there are still around 233,000 acres yet to be harvested. — Jennifer Blair

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he statistic does give you a bit of a jolt: In 2015 tiny Netherlands was No. 3 in world agri-food exports, with Canada way behind in No. 12 spot.

That statistic is highlighted in the second report by the Advisory Council on Economic Growth, which was established by Minister of Finance Bill Morneau and led by respected economic adviser Dominic Barton.

The report has received a lot of national attention, and contains what appear to be well-considered recommendations on how governments and the private sector can manage this country’s future economic challenges.

What does it say about agriculture?

In the text of the section titled “Unleashing the growth potential of key sectors,” the word “agfood” appears 95 times, “agriculture” 15 times and “farmers” three. In other words, it says a lot about food but not much about farming.

The report makes several recommendations for increasing Canada’s export food market share, including establishing an Agfood Growth Council of “visionary, high-profile and respected leaders from the private sector.”

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improving the Canadian economy through adding more value to farm products.

But that takes us back to that example of how Netherlands is doing so well. The Economic Council report tells us that it exports $7.2 billion in agricultural products, but in 2014 that included, for example, $1.5 billion in soymeal and $102 million in durum. Since the Netherlands produces neither, this seems odd until you realize that its export statistics include products that are imported into Rotterdam and then re-exported to other countries in Europe. That’s part of the reason for such a big export value.

But it’s not the whole reason; the Dutch have indeed done a fantastic job of making money by processing stuff that they don’t grow themselves. We could do the same in Canada — we’re right next door to the U.S., which would be more than happy to sell us cheap subsidized raw material for our processing plants, rather than us producing it here and having to support farmers with business risk management programs.

An Agfood council may be worthwhile, but it needs members who can ask tough questions, especially this one: “But what does it mean for the farmers?”

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The failed value-added craze led to Prairie farmers losing their ownership of the handling system as well as the processing system, and many lost a lot of equity that would have supported them in retirement.

A devil’s advocate is also needed to counter the notion that ending supply management would lead to an export-driven boom of dairy industry prosperity. Just as ending the wheat board didn’t lead to pasta plants and flour mills springing up on the Prairies, ending supply management isn’t going to make Canadian farmers competitive with New Zealand farmers raising cattle outside on grass 365 days a year. And by the way, much of the (currently glutted) export dairy market is for manufacturing infant formula for China, where mothers have apparently been convinced that formula is better than breast milk. Do we really want to be in that market?

And in a worrisome parallel with the Prairie Pools, dairy farmers currently own a good chunk of their processing industry through co-operatives. Let’s hope their boards and senior management are familiar with the term “confirmation bias.”

This is not to say that there is no merit in the recommendations of the recent reports. By all means, industry representatives should get together to discuss ways of

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This may be worthwhile, but it’s a signal to farmers to start lobbying for the council to include them, and at least one member needs to be a “devil’s advocate.”

In light of some recent corporate expansion disasters, companies are adopting the management practice of appointing someone whose role is to raise tough questions to avoid “confirmation bias,” which is when everyone gets so upbeat about expansion that no one dares to suggest that there might be problems. Anyone remember Saskatchewan Wheat Pool?

Any council on the directions for “agfood” should include members who do, and who remember that we’ve been around this block before. In 1989, Agriculture Minister Don Mazankowski commissioned a “Growing together” initiative in which the industry was supposed to pull itself out of a slump by getting farmers more involved in “value added.”

Ironically, at that time Prairie farmers did own a good chunk of the grain and oilseed processing and fertilizer industries through the Prairie Pools. The failed drive to expansion into value-added investments forced them to sell them to raise cash in a failed attempt to save the companies.

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onald Trump may want to “Make America Great Again” but his just-proposed 2018 budget contains no plans to make rural America great again.

In fact, according to the Trump administration’s budget blueprint, American farmers, ranchers, and down-ontheir-luck citizens must achieve greatness with trillions less so it and Congress can bestow a trillion-dollar tax cut on the already great.

Specifically, the 10-year, Trump budget plan for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) proposes to: • S lash crop insurance subsidies by 36 per cent, or $28.1 billion, by capping subsidies at $40,000 and eliminating the “Harvest Price Option,” a program used across threequarters of 2016 crop policies;

• Lop $191 billion from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, a 25 per cent hit aimed at reducing its 42 million beneficiaries; • Cut conservation spending by $5.7 billion; • Slice Agricultural Research Service funding 25 per cent, or $360 million, and shutter 17 research centres; • Wipe out the $447-million Rural Economic Development Program; • E liminate $263 million from the Agricultural Marketing Service to effectively shut down USDA’s principle export promotion efforts, the Foreign Market Development Program and Market Access Program, just a week after USDA boss Sonny Perdue created the post of undersecretary of trade; and • Require USDA to cut its “discretionary” budget by 21 per cent, or another $4.6 billion.

While almost everyone in Congress with a farmer or a SNAP recipient in their district — that

would be 100 senators and 435 House members — declared the Trump budget dead before it sucked its second breath, its ag committee chairmen issued a fence-straddling, three-sentence joint statement that failed to mention even one USDA cut.

House ag boss K. Michael Conaway and Senate ag chief Pat Roberts, both Republicans, did rise like hungry trout to take the SNAP bait offered by the White House. Each promised “to take a look at our nutrition assistance programs to ensure that they are helping the most vulnerable in our society.”

That’s GOP aggie-speak for “SNAP funding will be cut before we cap farm program payments or cut crop insurance subsidies, government commodity export programs, conservation efforts...”

House Ranking Minority Member Collin Peterson had a different take on Trump’s budget proposal.

“By all accounts,” noted the Minnesota Democrat who is also an accountant, “this budget is going nowhere on Capitol Hill but it is

still a statement of priorities and should be of concern to all rural Americans. Going down this path all but guarantees there will be no new Farm Bill.”

Despite these steep, programgutting cuts to farm and rural programs — and, incredibly, the hokey, double accounting the budget proposal contains to make it balance — the administration sees its budget as a serious starting point to spending talks. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue said as much May 23 when he noted, “It’s my job to implement that plan.”

In fact, no, it’s not.

Perdue’s job is to develop and implement sustainable farm and food policies to ensure all Americans have access to an abundant, safe supply of reasonably priced food and fibre.

That requires a builder, not a butcher.

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

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A letter to a mother from a very grateful daughter In ways great and small, we learn to live, laugh, and persevere through the example of those who inspire us

By BRENDA SCHOEPP AF columnist

Dear Mom, I am so proud to say that my strength of character comes from you.

It must have been so overwhelming to lose your own mother at an early age. I know you worked hard at university, only to leave your profession once you married a farmer.

From the city you moved to rural Alberta. You did not have a driver’s licence as you did not need one in town. You did not have a bank account as it was the norm of the day for the man to control financial affairs. You did not have an indoor bathroom or friends who you knew.

The trip to church every Sunday was surely not only for your soul, but for your sanity so that you could enjoy the company of others.

A family quickly followed and the burden must have been great for you. But I recall that you said you made that effort to obtain a driver’s licence and enjoy some indepen-

dence. And while in town one day opened your own bank account, breaking all social norms. That account built an indoor bathroom and eventually a beautiful home, and we all benefited from it. You recognized the importance of keeping personal savings and farm accounts in two very different places. Your encouragement to other women to take control of their financial destiny was courageous — and it made a difference.

Your great love was for your mother-in-law, Grandma, who was lovely and kind and helped you navigate the new community in which you lived. She understood the culture and customs, and shared them with you. Her laugh was contagious and she brought you through the tough times with grace and dignity.

Between the two of you, I had the best of encouragement and inspiration, for Grandma was quite at ease at breaking social norms herself. If there was a skill or trade that she was interested in, she just simply did it.

She sang beautifully and loved

to dance and while you did not have the time to do all those wonderful things, you did sew beautiful garments and learn the financial skills that every man or woman needs to run a functional and very large farm.

Your commitment to your family never faltered and we counted on you. The extraordinary garden you grew out of necessity was a curse at harvest but certainly we enjoyed the best of everything. You often felt bad about not knowing how to play. But don’t feel bad, Mom — you never had the time.

I know that I can count on you always. Besides, in real life, it is our mother we call for when facing the darkest moments.

Lest you forget, you also jointly raised my children and to my little family, you are a star.

Your home was also the nucleus in the farming community with a revolving door and rafts of guests who visit and enjoy your coffee, baking, and quick wit. Never one to back down in the conversation — especially on values, religion, or politics — friends

sat at your table to converse and share their lives.

There are also children, grandchildren, and greatgrandchildren who passed through that welcoming door.

And for everyone, you continue to stand, preparing at the sink and at the stove the harvest of your soil so they may replenish their body and spirit. Even today as you celebrate your 83rd year, you remain committed to your 59-year marriage and continue to serve your family, church, and community.

I am writing this note to you from university, Mom. I will graduate at 60 years of age.

It somehow just feels natural because I have never seen age, gender, trial, or circumstance stop you from embracing your day.

As a new bride, you experienced farm life and made the best of it. As a greatgrandmother you continue to embrace life and change, and are modern, stylish, and smart.

And you continue to live on the farm hosting the multitude of guests and family who

are always hanging around. As a friend of ours said to me, ‘I always find your mother so joyous.’ And indeed you are with your welcoming greeting and callout to ‘come again.’

What you have done, Mom, is show us all that our lives are scripts and we get to participate in writing them, even when we start in rural Alberta with a quarter section of the unknown.

Some folks fear becoming their parents and young girls loathe becoming their mothers — but I don’t. If I can be half as resilient and courageous or have an ounce of your leadership strength and commitment, then I shall have more than enough.

Thank you Mom, for the strength of character you have fostered in me, for your trust, for your values, for your firmness, and for your love.

Brenda Schoepp is a farmer from Alberta who works as an international mentor and motivational speaker. She can be contacted through her website www.brendaschoepp.com. All rights reserved. Brenda Schoepp 2017

China’s wheat hoard masks tightening in global market Without China’s politically motivated stocks in the equation, supply would actually be tightening

BY KAREN BRAUN REUTERS

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orld wheat supply is expected to hit record levels in 2017-18 for the fourth year in a row, but remove China from the equation and next year’s global wheat carryout would be the lowest in four years.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently projected world wheat ending stocks would rise to 258.29 million tonnes in 201718, slightly larger than its revised 2016-17 target of 255.35 million tonnes, but well above the newcrop trade estimate of 246.15 million.

China has been notorious over the past decade for producing and storing large quantities of grain in its effort to be self-sufficient. Wheat stockpiles have now grown to staggering levels, but government support prices for the grain ensure that farmers continue to produce at the same rate, thus worsening the problem.

The East Asian country is the world’s largest wheat producer, but it barely participates in the global marketplace. USDA

expects China to import three million tonnes of the grain in 2017-18 and export 0.8 million — quantities that pale in comparison with the 131 million tonnes it will harvest.

China’s wheat stocks-to-use ratio – which measures both supply and demand – will climb above the 100 per cent mark in 2017-18 for the first time ever to 110 per cent. This means the country will have enough wheat in storage to fulfil total demand for more than one year, assuming it is all still usable.

By comparison, the United States – which is currently considered to be in a wheat excess situation – has an estimated stocks-to-use of 52 per cent for 2016-17, but it is expected to fall to 42 per cent in 2017-18.

The world still has a lot of wheat with or without China. But without China, world wheat supply is actually tightening instead of expanding.

At the end of 2016-17, China will be left holding 43.4 per cent of the global wheat supply.

USDA predicts this percentage will shoot to 49.6 in 2017-18, which would be China’s largestever share.

Given that half of the world’s

China has been notorious over the past decade for producing and storing large quantities of grain in its effort to be self-sufficient.

wheat supply is locked up in China and inaccessible to the world market, it is safe to remove the country from the world balance sheet in order to better examine effective wheat supply.

As it stands, world wheat carry-out is set to increase three million tonnes on the year in 2017-18, but when subtracting China’s portion, carry-out would actually decrease by more than 14 million tonnes and represent the smallest volume since 201314.

With China still in the picture, world stocks-to-use is 28.3 per cent, the heaviest since 2001-02.

Removing China’s details from the balance sheet yields an effective ratio of 16.4 per cent, which would be the lowest in a decade.

The 2016-17 ratio currently sits at 18.2 per cent, and the 10-year high of 22 per cent was notched in 2009-10.

In 2016, China removed minimum price supports for several crops including corn, which has also been running up total world supply in recent years. The policy was discontinued in order to let prices self-regulate in the marketplace and to reduce the burdensome stockpiling.

But Beijing did not axe support prices for wheat or rice at that time. Back in March, the government announced plans to improve the policy for setting support prices for the two grains and that state grain stockpiles will be cut down, though the strategy is not yet apparent.

As such, farmers have no incentive to produce less wheat.

Planted area in China has been very steady over the years and that trend has continued into the 2017-18 harvest. USDA predicts Chinese farmers will harvest the largest area in five years, just a sliver above last year.

USDA also projects that China’s total domestic use will fall 2.5 million tonnes on the year, rendering the slight bump in production totally useless. This further demonstrates how badly the country’s broken support price system needs reform.

The corn policy fix seems to have made some headway, as planted area will fall to a six-year low this spring and total domestic use should rise substantially.

USDA expects that these adjustments will cut China’s corn carry-out by 20 per cent on the year.

China will be holding 42 per cent of the world’s corn stocks by the end of 2017-18, which is a seven-year low and a notable reduction from the recent 201516 high of 52 per cent.

Karen Braun is a Reuters market analyst. The views expressed here are her own.

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Stewardship program } from page 1 “Producers don’t necessarily think of it as goods and services. It’s just something we do. But it makes sense to be compensated for doing the right thing.”

‘Huge’ potential

And it’s an idea that seems to be gaining traction with an ever-growing number of producers.

“It was kind of the magic formula that was missing in a lot of the extension programming happening in rural Alberta,” said Christine Campbell, ALUS hub manager for Western Canada.

“Because it’s a flexible, voluntary program, it’s an easy entry portal not only for farmers and ranchers who are doing great work already that would like to be recognized for it, but also farmers and ranchers who may be more at the entry stages of conservation programming on their lands.”

After starting in 2002 in Manitoba, ALUS came to Alberta in 2010 through a pilot project in the County of Vermilion River, before spreading to Parkland County in 2012 and Red Deer County in 2013. Today, there are 11 counties in Alberta that support ALUS programs.

ALUS helped producer Adrienne Herron fence off an ephemeral wetland from her cattle and horses. PHOTO: Ken Lewis “The potential for growth in Alberta is huge,” said Campbell.

“We have enough interest from communities that we could grow at a very rapid pace. I foresee us growing by at least five new communities in Alberta over the next three years.”

In Red Deer County (where Herron ranches), the ALUS program started out with five landowners in 2013 — now there are close to 70.

“I watched the development of the ALUS program from the very beginning,” said Herron, whose day job with the provincial government puts her in contact with the county.

“It’s really neat to watch how the environmental services folder was one tiny little agenda item on the Red Deer County ag service board, and it’s become its own entire entity.”

That shift has come with greater awareness about the program and the benefits it brings, added Campbell.

“What we hear time and time again from our producers is that the financial benefit is often the launching point that gets them interested in the program initially,” said Campbell.

“But what gets them to stay and do more projects is the satisfaction that they get knowing that

they’re improving the land for themselves and their families, but also for their greater community.”

And there are opportunities to produce ecosystem services on “almost all agricultural lands,” she said.

“I think almost all producers can look around and identify areas on their lands that are best suited for growing crops, best suited for grazing, and best suited for producing ecosystem services,” said Campbell.

“If they have areas that could be best utilized by producing ecosystem services, we should be doing that. And ALUS provides the perfect time and the perfect opportunity to do so.”

Herron agrees.

“These are things we want to do anyway. I don’t know a lot of producers who aren’t interested in being good stewards of the land.

If you give them a bone — even just a little bone — people jump on it,” said Herron.

“The recognition factor is nice.

The extra income is really nice.

The help to do the project is really nice. And seeing the long-lasting impact on your land is exceptional.” jennifer.blair@fbcpublishing.com

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New Acre program produces a new kind of commodity Corporations can ‘offset’ their environmental impact by funding stewardship projects on farms

BY JENNIFER BLAIR AF staff

Say you own a brewery (that’s the dream, right?).

You’ve taken a close look at the changing consumer landscape and you think you understand what your customers want. Sure, they expect a good product — but more than that, they want a product they can feel good about buying.

So you decide to show your customers that you’re committed to preserving Canada’s natural resources — the land and water that helps produce your beer.

That’s where ALUS Canada’s New Acre program comes in.

“That’s what this tool is designed to do — help create conditions where corporate Canada can sponsor outcomes that help offset their landscape impacts,” said Bryan Gilvesy, CEO of ALUS Canada.

“The farmer becomes a ‘new acre’ producer. They’re producing something for a new marketplace that didn’t exist before.”

Launched late last year, the New Acre program joins a growing number of corporate sustainability initiatives that are designed to reward producers for using sustainable management practices.

Under the program, companies help fund ecological projects on farms and ranches that compensate producers for their stewardship efforts.

“We feel very confident that this is the type of tool that Canadian corporations have been waiting for,” said Gilvesy, an early ALUS participant on his southern Ontario ranch. “We know darn well that our farmers and ranchers are very, very good at what they do and provide the correct conditions through which corporations can feel comfortable spending that money.”

The program also allows producers greater choices for their marginal lands, he added.

“They might have lands that they’re not getting a crop out of two out of three years. Instead of producing canola on that land, we allow them the opportunity to produce ecosystem services or ‘new acres,’” said Gilvesy.

“From there, you can make an assessment of which lands you’ll grow which ‘crop,’ just like anything else. It clearly cements the notion that we’re producers and that we’re producing something.

This is just something new for a different marketplace.”

In the past, producers haven’t always been fairly compensated for preserving their land, said Gilvesy.

“Producers from across Canada have been asked to provide a lot of environmental benefits for Canadians for no reward over the years,” he said. “But you can’t make the environment in Canada better without these people and without their lands. It’s an essential contribution.” jennifer.blair@fbcpublishing.com

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pulse plant } from page 1 “It’s one of those few cases of, ‘If you build it, they will come.’

Because there’s so much pentup demand, we get calls weekly wondering when we’re going to be up and running.”

Set to open next February at W.A. Grain and Pulse’s Bowden facility, the new plant will include a lentil- and pea-splitting line and flour mill, dry and wet fractionation lines, with a pet food ingredients’ facility planned at the same site. When it opens, the plant will source roughly 60,000 tonnes of lentils and peas a year, and once the pet food ingredients facility is online, that capacity could hit 100,000 tonnes. The total project cost is $15 million, with $5 million of that to be spent over the next year.

Investment in value-added pulse processing has been relatively limited in recent years, despite this project and a massive $400-million pea-processing plant slated to be built near Portage la Prairie, Man. Despite growing demand for pulse fractions, the capital expenditure and risk has stalled growth on the processing side, said Chivilo.

“It’s been harder to grow a business in the last couple of years because of poor margins and a poor trading atmosphere around the world,” said Chivilo, who is also planning a similar facility in Prince Edward Island.

“We’ve been looking at it for two years and we’ve come up with some processes that are a little bit different than what other companies are using, which reduces the capital expenditures somewhat, and that gave us the confidence to go ahead.”

The fractionation lines — a relatively new technology that separates seeds into protein, fibre, and starch to be used in food products — will allow the company to “diversify into more value-added products,” he said.

“Currently, we basically butt heads trading bulk exports and bagged exports. With new entries into the market and the inability of larger companies to make suitable margins, it’s causing everybody some grief and cutting into margins.

“This helps diversify into higher-margin products that tend to stay in the domestic market where prices are better.”

but there is a very active foodprocessing industry that uses up a lot of starch in Alberta,” he said.

“We hope to work with those customers to make sure we can hit their quality specs and access those markets so they don’t have to import from the U.S. and around the world.”

Farmers benefit

This new market will “add a few bucks to the farmers’ bottom line” by offering a premium for high-quality pulses, he added.

“We’ll be taking 100,000 tonnes once we’re at full capacity out of the export market, which isn’t a huge number when we’re exporting five million to seven million tonnes of pulses, but every little bit in a local production area has more of an impact.

“Once we run out of local product, we have to go further, so it will help underpin prices.”

W.A. Grain and Pulse Solutions will also likely implement a contract system for higher-protein varieties of peas and lentils, which will offer a premium to the producers growing them.

“The higher the quality, the higher the price… and the more choices we have in what we do with that product,” said Chivilo.

W.A. Grain and Pulse Solutions plant at Bowden will soon have two new neighbours. The first facility will have a lentil- and pea-splitting line and flour mill, along with dry and wet fractionation lines. A second facility will produce pet food ingredients from pulses. PHOTO: Jennifer Blair “We may get the best value out of splitting it, or we may get the best value out of selling it whole, or we could take it down the line and do our normal fractioning.

“If we can get a higher value for a farmer’s product by selling it to a higher-quality customer, they will also gain in that.”

But there are “far more than enough” pulses in Alberta to satisfy the plant’s demand once it’s up and running, so producers thinking about growing for this new market may need to think again — particularly if they haven’t grown pulses before.

“Just because we’re going to

be splitting and de-hulling lentils here doesn’t mean farmers around here should grow lentils,” said Chivilo.

“If a farmer really hasn’t looked at pulses in the past, I don’t really want them looking at them now.” jennifer.blair@fbcpublishing.com

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Plant proteins are a growth market right now as food companies look at ingredients that will meet changing consumer demands.

And pulses fit the bill — they’re GMO free, gluten free, dairy free, and high in protein.

“They tick off all the health boxes for every consumer,” said Chivilo. “With plant proteins right now, we could have sold out our capacity for the first year 10 times over already. There is that much demand into the pet food ingredients market and into some lowerquality human use markets.

“We get to fill all needs of the market — not just the pet food market or the human market.”

Fibre fractions are limited and easy to find a market for, but starch fractions “are a little more work” to sell, he added.

“We’re looking at more of a purified starch with specific attributes that can meet a little more of the speciality demand so we can capitalize on higher prices.”

Chivilo expects that most of the value-added products produced at the facility will go into domestic food processing, where demand is growing and supply is still limited.

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Know your enemy and its destructive potential, says provincial crop specialist There’s a critical window for controlling weeds, but it depends on both the crop and the threat posed by individual species Alberta Agriculture and Forestry release

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ll crops have a critical weed control period when they are most susceptible to significant yield loss from weed competition.

The critical weed control period for canola is around 17 to 38 days after emergence. Peas can be as early as two weeks after emergence.

“Other, more competitive crops, like the cereals, have a less defined critical period,” said provincial crop specialist Harry Brook. “If you can keep the weed pressure down until the critical period is passed, you minimize yield losses from weed competition.”

Start by scouting.

“Once a field has been scouted and a weed problem identified, the degree of threat needs to be assessed,” said Brook.

“An example of an early, non-yield threatening weed is whitlow grass. It’s a very slow-growing, small plant that bolts and goes to seed, usually before seeding.

It’s not a direct threat to the crop.

“However, if other weedy plants are also present in sufficient numbers and are a threat to yield, you can choose an appropriate control measure.”

Winter annual weeds like stinkweed, narrow-leaved hawk’s-beard, shepherd’s purse, scentless chamomile, and

many others can start growing in the fall.

They overwinter as a small rosette but are then quickly able to go to seed once spring arrives.

“Control of them in the spring requires very early action. You need to know the weeds present to choose the best control method. Crop volunteers from previous years are also an increasingly problematic weed obstacle. Volunteer canola is one of our top weed control issues every year. These and other problem weeds will require additional products when applying a spring burn-off with glyphosate.”

To get the best result from any early herbicide application, the herbicide must be applied when the weeds are actively growing.

“Under cool or cold conditions you can expect poor results from the spray as the target weeds are either dormant or growing too slowly,” said Brook. “They cannot absorb and translocate enough active ingredient to kill them. Weeds also have to be large enough to absorb enough herbicide to be killed.

“Low spray volumes and coarse sprays can lead to insufficient herbicide landing on the plants. Best temperatures for application should ideally be above 12 C to 15 C when the plants are actively photosynthesizing.”

Another tool in weed control is the competitive nature of the crop itself.

Assessing the threat from a weed starts with identifying it. For example, whitlow grass (left) isn’t a big threat, but scentless chamomile (right) is, says provincial crop specialist Harry Brook. photos: wiki commons “Highly competitive crops can reduce the effects of weeds on yield,” he said.

“Once a crop canopy has covered the soil, sunlight no longer can penetrate to the ground and weeds stop germinating.

“Heavier seeding rates can also squeeze out weeds. Hybrid canola and barley are our two most competitive

crops. You still have to choose a competitive variety. Semi-dwarf barleys are less competitive than regular barleys.

Heavier seeding rates always increase the crop’s competitive nature against weeds. Thin crops allow light to hit the ground, stimulating more weed growth.”

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Keep watch for these tree-attacking insects Provincial woodlot management specialist offers tips for controlling pests and improving tree health Alberta Agriculture and Forestry release

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hen it comes to trees, there are a few different insects to keep an eye out for this year.

“The yellow-headed spruce sawfly has been a problem for spruce the last few years, as well as spider mites,” said provincial woodlot management specialist Toso Bozic.

“White pine weevil has also been a problem for young spruce trees as they target the leader (the top branch). Poplar and willow tree borer has been very dominant, along with a large infestation of forest tent caterpillar in the northern part of the province.

“Sawfly larvae can be removed by hand and squished, whereas mites can be controlled with high-pressure soap water, or by encouraging beneficial insects such as lady beetles. Young willow trees infected by willow borer can be cut to the base of the tree. Regrettably, there is very little that can be done with large aspen trees infected by poplar borer.”

Besides insects and diseases, other fac-

Fifth PED case of 2017 confirmed

tors can potentially contribute to declining or dying trees. This includes improper use of chemicals, salt along roads, age of the trees, soil type, wildlife damage, competition, and heavy grazing.

Bozic recommends only using insecticides as a last-ditch effort to control problems with insects.

“Monitoring is key when it comes to insects,” he said. “From mid-May until Oct. 1, landowners should check their trees weekly to see what is going on. Monitoring also helps them keep on top of which trees may need watering under dry conditions, or may need help with other issues.”

If monitoring turns up insects, disease, or any other issues contributing to tree weakening, Bozic suggests taking a picture and emailing him at toso.bozic@gov.ab.ca.

“If you can also provide photos from the surrounding area, it’ll help me determine the extent of the problem, as well as if other issues are at hand.”

More resources on insects are available at www.agriculture.alberta.ca. (The Insects, Diseases, Weeds, and Pests Publications website can be found by searching for ‘pest publications.’)

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Another two barns in southeast Manitoba have tested positive for porcine epidemic diarrhea (PED) in the fourth and fifth cases of the disease this year.

A finisher and sow barn were confirmed PED positive in the space of two days. Manitoba Pork Council general manager Andrew Dickson said finisher barn staff noticed symptoms in mid-May. “That doesn’t mean every pig in the barn has got it at this moment in time, it just means some of the pigs got it, but it’s likely to spread,” Dickson said.

The pork council is acting on the assumption that the whole barn is infected.

“The question that then rises is it’s a feeder barn, so did the baby pigs that went into that barn, did they bring it in?”

Dickson said.

Sows in infected locations are being exposed to the virus to bolster immunity in the next generation, the pork council has said. All infected locations are under biocontainment and farm traffic is being strictly controlled. The Manitoba Pork Council has released expanded biosecurity measures in reaction to the outbreak. Farms in the warning area are encouraged to limit traffic and erect signs or barriers to enforce the rule, wear approved footwear, restrict parking to driveways and roads off site, lime driveways and avoid vehicle contact with dead animals or garbage, which should have a designated pickup zone at the end of the driveway. astockford@farmmedia.com

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EU rapeseed in good shape overall

Egypt wants higher-protein wheat

Rapeseed crops in the European Union’s largest producers are in reasonable condition despite the double blows of drought and late-spring frosts. “I think EU rapeseed will get away with a black eye after being hit by drought and frosts,” one trader said. “A 2017 EU crop of about 21 million tonnes is still expected, up from 20.5 million tonnes in 2016.” In France, rapeseed is mostly in reasonable condition, after rain since late April ended drought.

But production will be curbed this year because of a sharp drop in sown area. Germany’s winter rapeseed crop is expected to increase by 1.5 per cent over 2016 while Britain’s rapeseed crop appears in reasonable condition despite frost and a long dry spell. — Reuters

Egypt’s decision to require higher levels of protein in wheat imports will raise its cost of doing business and comes at the expense of France, which has seen recent success at tenders held by the world’s largest buyer, traders said. Egypt’s state-buyer GASC is raising the required level of protein content in purchases by 0.5 per cent for most origins. The move is aimed at increasing the quality of subsidized bread relied on by tens of millions of Egyptians. France will now have to supply 12 per cent protein (instead of 11.5), which is far more difficult to source. — Reuters

Wet weather in Alberta supports canola, but sunny forecast doesn’t But U.S. farmers doubling down on soybeans and cutting back on corn is bearish for oilseed futures

By Dave Sims

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anola contracts on the ICE Futures Canada platform were chopping around for much of the week ended May 26, buffeted by weather issues and downward action in soy.

Wet weather in Alberta and parts of Saskatchewan has created a soggy mess for many producers trying to get onto their fields. Some haven’t started seeding canola yet while others are still trying to harvest last year’s crop. As a result, producers will almost certainly be seeding into June, which was supportive as it raises the chance of frost damage later on. The latest crop report from the province suggests at least five per cent of Saskatchewan’s crop won’t get seeded. That also helped to underpin canola prices.

On the other hand, weather forecasts for the next few weeks suggest drier weather is on the way, which should provide some relief for watered-out areas. It also has created some bearish action for values.

Low commercial stocks of Canadian canola were another factor helping to underpin values. Stocks had fallen below one million tonnes, considered tight for this time of year. That support is tempered, however, by the belief that Canadian farmers are sitting on a significant amount of old crop in search of better prices.

The Canadian dollar continues to improve slightly, which also kept values in check.

U.S. soybeans are in vogue right now as farmers in the U.S. Midwest increasingly switch acres intended for corn into the oilseeds. Excess rain in much of the Midwest has caused many corn farmers to search for alternative crops.

On May 10, the dominant July contract touched a nearby high of US$9.89 a bushel but closed at US$9.2650 by May 26.

Corn futures rose during that same time period, but didn’t climb as drastically as one might expect. The corn that was already planted before the rains began in the Midwest emerged rapidly due to the moisture, which

pressured prices. July corn closed May 26 at US$3.7425 per bushel, right in the middle of the 20-cent range in which it has traded for the past two months.

Wheat futures on the Chicago Board of Trade Complex and Kansas City Board of Trade have mostly been chopping around the last few weeks, showing few signs of wanting to head lower or higher.

However, wet weather and concerns over the tight supply of high-protein wheat has helped pushed wheat futures on the Minneapolis Grain Exchange higher. The July contract climbed over 12 U.S. cents during the past week alone.

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

For three-times-daily market reports from Resource News International, visit “ICE Futures Canada updates” at www.albertafarmexpress.ca.

Prairie wheat bids rise, shrug off bearish currency Cash durum prices were up $2-$6 on average, seeing bids around $259-$268

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ard red spring wheat bids in Western Canada posted solid gains during the week ended May 26, as supportive action in U.S. futures offset the bearish influence of the Canadian currency.

Depending on the location, average Canada Western Red Spring (CWRS) wheat prices were up $4-$6 in the Prairie provinces, according to price quotes from a cross-section of delivery points compiled by PDQ (Price and Data Quotes). Average prices ranged from about $237 per tonne in western Manitoba to as high as $256 in northern Alberta.

Quoted basis levels varied from location to location, but generally ranged from about $29 to $47 per tonne above the futures when using the grain company methodology of quoting the basis as the difference between U.S. dollar-denominated futures and the Canadian dollar cash bids.

When accounting for currency exchange rates by adjusting Canadian prices to U.S. dollars, CWRS bids ranged from US$176 to US$190 per tonne. That would put the currency adjusted basis levels at about US$19-$33 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 $26 to $44 below the futures.

Canada Prairie Spring Red (CPSR) wheat bids were up 20-50 cents, with prices coming in between $160 and $178 per tonne.

Average durum prices were up $2-$6, with bids in Saskatchewan coming in at about $259-$268 per tonne.

The July spring wheat contract in Minneapolis, off of which most CWRS contracts Canada are based, was quoted May 26 at US$5.6875 per bushel, up by 13 cents from the previous week.

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

Average (CWRS) prices ranged from about $237 per tonne in western Manitoba to as high as $256 in northern Alberta.

in Canada. The July K.C. wheat contract was quoted May 26 at US$4.375 per bushel, down by half a cent compared to the previous week.

The July Chicago Board of Trade soft wheat contract settled May 26 at US$4.3825, up by nearly three U.S. cents on the week.

The Canadian dollar settled May 26 at 74.32 U.S. cents, up by roughly half a cent compared to its U.S. counterpart in the previous week.

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New Alberta portal offers detailed species and mapping info Website profiles show where species are likely to be found and how they respond to human activity Alberta Biodiversity Monitoring Institute release

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A key part of the portal is the Biodiversity Browser, which has more than 350 profiles of various bird, mammal, and vascular plant species. The goal is to eventually have profiles for the more than 2,000 species that the institute collects data on. Each profile includes information on the species’ habitat preferences and how human activities, such as agriculture and forestry, affect its abundance. It also includes maps of where a species is likely to be found.

For example, if a user wants Alberta-specific information on the Gray Jay — recently named Canada’s national bird — the browser shows it prefers midaged to old black spruce and larch stands and uses these conifer trees for nesting and food storage. A ‘Difference’ map for the

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NAFTA works for beef, say cattle leaders

High prices attract a surge of cattle

Canadian Cattlemen’s Association president Dan Darling and his U.S. and Mexican counterparts have issued a joint letter calling on governments of the three nations to keep the terms of the North American Free Trade Agreement affecting beef producers. The CCA, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, and Confederación Nacional de Organizaciones Ganaderas say the trade agreement properly reflects the true integrated nature of the North American beef cattle industry. The U.S. takes 70 per cent of Canadian beef and cattle exports and nearly all our live cattle exports — 270,000 tonnes of beef and 764,000 head of live cattle last year. — CCA

U.S. ranchers placed 11 per cent more cattle in feedlots in April than a year earlier, the most for the month in 14 years. Higher cattle prices paid by packers enhanced profits for feedlots, allowing them to buy more calves for fattening. The demand prompted ranchers to drive cattle into feedlots ahead of schedule. The USDA report showed placements at 1.848 million head, up from 1.664 million in April 2016 and above the average forecast of 1.777 million. It was the most for the month since 1.870 million in 2003. Cattle prices are the highest they’ve been in a year in some parts of the U.S. Plains. — Reuters

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Cattle prices jump to near-record highs

The glory days of 2015 were a distant memory last fall — and then all of a sudden prices shot up again

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lberta cattle producers are enjoying unexpectedly strong pricing this spring with both fed cattle and calf prices in Alberta rallying almost 50 per cent since last fall’s painful lows.

“There’s always going to be someone who says they saw it coming. We didn’t,” said Brian Perillat, manager and senior analyst with CanFax, the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association’s market analysis division.

“After the price correction we saw last year, you always expect a bit of a bounce. But we didn’t expect such a large price increase through the winter given how tough 2016, especially the fall, was.”

Fed cattle prices bottomed out at $128/cwt last fall. Barely nine months later, they reached $191/cwt. The prices seen last month were the highest since mid-2015 and only about $12/ cwt off the all-time highs set two years ago.

Calf prices for 550-pound steers made a big jump as well, rising from $168/cwt last fall to about $250/cwt ($2.50/pound).

These prices are the highest since early 2016, though still about $80 below 2015’s record high of $330/cwt.

High cattle prices in 2015 slowed both exports and domestic demand, and as prices cooled, producers held on to cattle. The spring and early-summer holdback in 2016 translated to more supply than demand and largerthan-average carcasses by early fall. Carcasses reached nearrecord sizes by October, with average weights topping out at 936 pounds (almost 100 pounds heavier than today’s average weight of 839 pounds).

But as prices dropped through last fall, export and domestic market demand rebounded.

“The lower prices meant consumer demand increased,” said Perillat. “Retailers saw good margins so there was more featuring of beef in sales fliers. Add in the fact that fed cattle supplies weren’t quite as abundant as we’d expected and, quite before we knew it, we’d worked our way through the glut of supply.”

Who saw this coming? The recent 50 per cent rally in cattle prices far surpassed what most market analysts were expecting. PHOTO: CANADA BEEF Unexpected Alberta bonus

As quickly as prices had dropped, they suddenly began to rise again. Typically, Canadian prices are discounted compared to the price-setting lead of the U.S., and Albertan prices generally equal or lag behind Ontario prices.

Not so this spring.

“At the end of 2016 and into 2017, our prices were actually at a premium to the U.S. A couple of months back, Alberta had the highest cattle prices in North America,” said Perillat. “It’s supply and demand.

Canada hasn’t seen the herd growth that the U.S. has, so we didn’t have big supplies. Packers in Alberta had to pull hard on supplies to meet demand so our prices jumped.”

What happens next is anyone’s guess.

Consumer demand for beef, particularly for higher-value cuts, peaks during barbecuing season in spring/early

“Packers in Alberta had to pull hard on supplies to meet demand so our prices jumped.”

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summer. The seasonality of demand is likely to depress prices somewhat as we move towards fall. As well, exports appear to be softening somewhat due to the strong pricing.

So far, Trump’s threatened changes to the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) are helping Canadian beef by softening the Canadian dollar.

Over the medium to longer term, however, retooling of NAFTA may throw a curve ball into Canadian beef’s pricing.

“There’s strong consensus across North American cattle organizations that NAFTA is good for all of us,” said Perillat.

“Any talk about renegotiating or scrapping NAFTA is a concern but hopefully the cattle industry will be heard.”

Regardless of what happens politically, expect increased uncertainty, faster change, and unusually varied pricing ahead.

“The way society, individuals and markets absorb, trans-

fer and exchange information about supply and demand, whether globally or domestically, is very different than it used to be,” said Perillat. “Markets move rapidly because everyone reacts at the same time now.”

That’s certainly been the case the last two years, he added.

“The recent market ups and downs have been absolutely extreme. We have feedlots that in 2014-15 were making $500 or $600 a head. Six months later, they were losing $500 a head. Then six or eight months later they were making $700 a head.

“It’s tough. Risk management starts getting really important when markets bounce like that,” said Perillat.

Prices will likely average out over the long run, but in the meantime expect “big and stressful swings in the market,” he said.

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Producers pick the topics for popular Bov-Innovation event The event is designed to be quick paced and full of practical advice you can put to use on your ranch right away John Campbell of the Western College of Veterinary Medicine.

“Bov-Innovation sets itself apart from other producer extension meetings by incorporating a quick-moving format that really focuses on producer engagement,” said Bryan Thiessen, a feedlot operator located near Strathmore and chair of the Beef Cattle Research Council.

“Between last year’s standingroom-only crowds, the overwhelmingly positive participant feedback, and all of the partnership that goes into the Canadian Beef Industry Conference as a whole, we are looking forward to another successful event for 2017.”

Bov-Innovation takes place on Aug. 16 from 12:45 p.m. (with the feed-testing and heifer development sessions repeating at 3:30 p.m.).

Last year’s sessions covered antimicrobial resistance, forage cover crops, genomics, internal parasite management, pain control and preconditioning.

Related resources are still available online at www.beefresearch. ca/resources/bovinnovation.cfm.

Registration for the Canadian Beef Industry Conference is now open, with early-bird rates until June 15. For more info, go to www. canadianbeefindustryconference. com.

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enomics, feed analysis, and a look at replacement heifers are on the menu for this year’s Bov-Innovation at the Canadian Beef Industry Conference in Calgary in August.

Bov-Innovation is focused on sharing practical tools, innovations, and ideas that feedlots and cow-calf producers can readily implement on their operations.

Speakers include scientists and industry experts alongside producers who have adopted technologies and methods.

This year’s topics were chosen following an online survey this winter. More than 100 people responded (the majority were producers) and indicated their level of interest in a list of proposed sessions. That feedback led to the selection of the following three topics: • “Genomics: Putting theory into practice for commercial cattle producers” with Matt Spangler, an extension beef genetics specialist from the University of NebraskaLincoln, who will explain how producers can leverage genomic technology on their cattle operations.

Breeding better cattle, feeding them more efficiently, and an in-depth look at replacement heifers are the focus of this year’s Bov-Innovation. PHOTO: CANADA BEEF • “Feed For Thought: Using feed analysis to balance rations and manage for mycotoxins” with a producer alongside John McKinnon, Beef Industry Chair from the University

of Saskatchewan. This session will cover mycotoxins, nutritional requirements, and incorporating lab results to fine-tune animal production parameters.

• “Dollars, Sense, and Fertility: Economic and reproductive factors of replacement heifer development,” presented by Kathy Larson of the Western Beef Development Centre, and Dr.

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“Workers’ compensation or private insurance really is a great risk management tool for farms nowadays,” said Lynn Jacobson. “That protection against litigation is one of the big selling fac-

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Oneil Carlier, the new NDP agriculture minister, has vowed to extend workplace safety regulations to farm workers who aren’t currently covered by workers’ compensation or Occupational Health and Safety regulations.

Today, only around seven per cent of Alberta farm employers voluntarily carry workers’ compensation for their operations. But offering that protection — both for employers and employees — is one of the realities of farm-

ing today, said Jacobson, who farms near Enchant.

“There’s getting to be more and more hired help on the farm and we’re employing more people,” he said. “It gives protection from litigation and other advantages, and if you don’t have it, there can be some serious consequences.”

And farm workers today “aren’t just interested in a paycheque,” he said.

“They’re starting to realize, ‘If I get hurt on this job, where’s the protection for my family?’

When it comes down to it, a farm that has some type of

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senior executive with CP Rail says the com company is “well positioned” to move this year’s g ra i n c r o p d e s p i t e re c e n t cutbacks in staff and locomotives. con Grain is, was and will continue to be Canadian Pacific Railway’s biggest cargo, John Brooks, vice-president of sales com and marketing for bulk commodities, said in an interview Aug. 6.

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High tunnel production has potential to extend the Manitoba grower’s season, says MAFRD’s fruit crops specialist Anthony Mintenko. He and the provincial PHOTO: LORRAINE STEVENSON LORRAINE STEVENSON vegetable crop specialist are evaluating fruit and vegetable crops for high tunnel production at the AAFC site at Portage la Prairie. PHOTO:

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There are “some misconceptions” about workers’ compensation that have made Alberta farmers reluctant to offer coverage to their workers, said Jacobson.

“Some people don’t like that administrative role and the paperwork that is associated with the program at this point in time,” he said.

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production system that extends the growing season, offers growers a competitive edge in the marketplace and potential to make more money sounds mighty tempting.

That’s why fruit and vegetable growers were out in large numbers at Hort Diagnostic Days in late July to hear more about construction of high tunnels.

This is the first year a variety of fruits and vegetables has been planted in the high tunnel built in 2014 at the Agriculture Agri-Food

Canada location in Portage la Prairie.

Growers are keen to hear what Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development (MAFRD) specialists are learning.

High tunnel production is commonplace in other parts of Canada and in northern and central U.S. where nearly every type of fruit and vegetable is now grown, even tree fruits.

MAFRD staff are researching how high tunnels work in Manitoba growing conditions.

“We have a lot of recommendations from other places like Minnesota and Ontario about what to grow in a high tunnel but nothing for under Manitoba conditions,” said fruit

crop specialist Anthony Mintenko, who is evaluating day-neutral strawberries, early-season June-bearing strawberries, fall-bearing raspberries and blackberries at one end of the 100x15x7.5-foot tunnel. Provincial vegetable specialist Tom Gonsalves is experimenting with vegetables such as tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers at the other.

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Questions related to rural crime generated plenty of discussion during the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities’ annual convention in Saskatoon last week, and some controversy as well.

SARM is one of the best barometers of public sentiment in rural Saskatchewan.

At its annual convention March 14-16, the organization welcomed more than 1,000 delegates — mostly elected reeves and councilors — from 296 RMs across the province.

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“For a lot of (rural people), I think it’s a concern about RCMP coverage itself,” said SARM president Ray Orb, when asked about delegates’ frustration.

“They don’t feel safe because there aren’t enough police out there to cover the whole province.…It’s (about having) the confidence that the RCMP are there and that when they’re called, they’ll be able to (show up) in a timely manner.

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Farm groups are excited that Canada has launched exploratory free trade agreement talks with China.

The Asian country accounted for $5.6 billion in Canadian agri-food exports last year, making it Canada’s second largest market after the United States.

China buys one-third of Canada’s canola exports and is an important market for soybeans, pulses, wheat, barley, beef and pork.

A study commissioned by the Canola Council of Canada found that eliminating tariffs could increase exports of seed, oil and meal to China by up to $1.2 billion per year.

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There is still a whole bunch to be learned about hog nutrition Ideas for small but significant changes may be difficult to incorporate into large-scale operations

BY JOHN GREIG

“If the payback is in dollars per pig, I can’t ignore it.”

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s the hog industry becomes more integrated, small changes in nutrition can have significant financial impacts across large systems.

That means that swine nutritionists and academics are challenged to think about what level of proof is needed for changes to be implemented in the barn.

That is one of the conundrums facing swine nutrition, says John Patience, a professor in the department of animal science at Iowa State University, an Ontarian who was a research leader at the Prairie Swine Centre before moving to the United States. He was the presenter of the Kees de Lange Memorial Lecture at the recent Swine Research Day in Guelph, Ont. De Lange was a well-respected swine nutritionist who died in August 2016.

Patience called him the “global thought leader in swine nutrition.”

De Lange’s work in fact shows how much has been learned in swine nutrition over the past 50 years. The National Research Council based in the United States sets the global standard for animal nutrition with its guidelines, which are the manual for livestock nutrition. The

John Patience

John Patience says nutritionists need better information about what is going on in barns in real time. photo: supplied first one in the 1960s was about 80 pages. The latest update, led by de Lange in 2012, was more than 400 pages.

“It needed greater detail because fundamentally that was the level the industry was operating at,” said Patience.

Despite those 400 pages, Patience said there are significant limitations to what nutritionists can do, and the future

of nutrition will be to overcome these challenges: • Feed mills are based on high throughput, especially those in the U.S. Midwest. Patience said a nutritionist might have a great idea to save $2 per hog, but there may be no way to get that ration change through a feed mill.

• Nutritionists need better information about what is going on

in barns in real time. With tight biosecurity and farmer concern about information sharing, it is difficult to have the information to make nutritional changes quickly on farms.

• Energy systems have significant practical and technical limitations. Digestibility requirements change with age.

Net energy is a measure used in feed formulation, but it can be calculated in several ways.

• Pigs vary greatly in their biological capacity, and nutritional models have challenges taking that into consideration.

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• Academics define successful experiments by their repeatability. How much can the results be trusted? Academics talk about P-Value, and an experiment with a lower

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P-Value than 0.05 is usually considered not repeatable enough. However, Patience said he’s had to challenge his own assumptions about repeatability in the real world of hog production in Iowa. A P-Value of 0.02 means something will still be right four out of five times.

“If the payback is in dollars per pig, I can’t ignore it,” said Patience. If an employee tells their boss they can save $1 to $2 per pig, and the repeatability is four out of five, the boss will want to know why they shouldn’t do it.

Ten cents per pig saving is worth a lot of money to farms selling hundreds of thousands of pigs per year, he said.

• The rapid growth of feed additives makes for more decisions by nutritionists, some that have to be made with scant research available. As the use of antibiotics for growth promotion becomes limited, the need for understanding novel additives will be increasingly important.

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A 10-point list for checking the health of a newborn foal Tick the boxes to ensure your young foal is meeting developmental milestones and has no major issues

BY CAROL SHWETZ, DVM

Each point on the list only requires keen observation skills and does not interfere with the activities of the foal.

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ecognizing healthy behaviour and development of the newborn foal is critical to identifying when something is amiss.

Initial stages of illness in young foals are subtle and unfortunately can be easily overlooked. Therefore a checklist of 10 relevant questions can be a valuable resource when evaluating the newborn foal.

Each question represents a significant milestone in the life of a healthy foal and therefore the answer to each of the 10 questions must be a definitive “YES.” Each point on the list only requires keen observation skills and does not interfere with the activities of the foal.

1) Is the foal standing within one hour of birth?

2) Has the foal nursed colostrum within two hours of birth?

3) Has the mare passed the placenta and/or cleaned within three hours of the foal’s delivery?

Most healthy foals are high achievers and easily make the first two checkpoints. Ingestion of colostrum, or the mare’s first milk, within a critical time frame is crucial to the foal’s short- and long-term health. This colostrum is energy and nutrient dense, most renowned for its ability to “jump-start” a healthy immune system. Although the third checkpoint does not require anything of the foal, its answer can be vital to the survival of the foal. Generally mares will “clean” within three hours of delivery. Mares that retain their placentas beyond eight hours are at serious risk for systemic illness and are considered a veterinary emergency.

4) Has the foal passed its meconium?

The meconium or first feces passed by the foal is a dark-green, very sticky/tacky mass that accumulates in the bowel during fetal life and is discharged shortly after birth. It is not uncommon to see tags of sticky greenish meconium on the foal’s hindquarters within six hours of birth. This is a good sign and is often evidence of a healthy ingestion of colostrum. A foal with retained meconium will experience abdominal discomfort, strain to defecate, swish its tail, act colicy and will eventually become reluctant to nurse. An enema is indicated in foals that have not passed their meconium within 12 hours of birth.

5) Does the young foal nurse often — very often?

Milk demand and flow from the mare is stimulated by the asking of a hungry foal. Young foals nurse frequently keeping the mare’s udder stripped, often nursing more than 20 times a day.

6) Does the young foal “shadow” the dam?

Healthy foals are alert, aware of their surroundings and have a strong affinity for the mare. They play and move a lot — even if at first only moving in tight circles around the mare. Foals lacking a vigorous, vibrant attitude or that wander from the mare or appear

Keeping a wary eye on a young foal will ensure the animal is getting a good start to life. detached from her are a cause for concern.

It is not uncommon for a foal to begin life with weak legs. The foal may have laxity in the pasterns or fetlocks, contracted tendons or deviations of the distal limbs.

These generally self-correct with moderate and modest exercise within the first few days of life as the soft tissues strengthen and adjust. Severe deviations, those not improving, or ones that prevent the foal from properly following the mare may require veterinary consultation.

7) Does the young foal lay down to sleep?

Young foals lay down and sleep a lot, most commonly in lateral recumbency, however, upon occasion in sternal. Foals that are fading, appear sleepy or hang their heads while standing are not resting properly and are showing early symptoms of illness.

8) Does the young foal urinate and urinate correctly?

When the young colt or filly postures to urinate, urine must come from the penis or the vulva.

If urine is seen to drip or stream from the navel, veterinary attention will be necessary. Infrequent urination is not normal and may indicate that the foal is not nursing adequately or that the bladder has ruptured.

9) Is the young foal alert, sensitive and responsive to its surroundings?

Healthy foals are curious and inquisitive, constantly engaging in their environment. Whenever they become dull or lose their focus on the mare there will be a problem.

10) Does the foal keep the mare’s udder relieved?

Often one of the first “red flags” regarding the foal’s health will be the distended state of the mare’s udder as the foal falls behind in nursing. Weak or troubled foals that lose strength nursing will also have “milk nose” or dried milk on their face.

Other not-so-subtle signs of distress in a newborn foal are abnormal nasal discharge (including milk), abnormal respiration, coughing, watery diarrhea, lameness, and abnormal swellings of the umbilicus or navel or around the genitals.

These are indications for veterinary involvement.

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Bad weather on the way for Atlantic coast

Obama says agriculture must change

U.S. weather forecasters are predicting more tropical storms in 2017 than normal for the Atlantic hurricane season. Meteorologists with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center said there was a 70 per cent chance of seeing between 11 and 17 named tropical storms this season, which runs for the next six months. Five to nine of the storms could become hurricanes, including two to four major hurricanes (which have winds of at least 111 miles per hour). A normal season consists of an average of 12 tropical storms and six hurricanes, including three considered major. — Reuters

Former U.S. president Barack Obama has taken aim at agriculture and food waste in an opinion piece in the Guardian newspaper. People understand air pollution from smokestacks and “so they can easily make the connection between energy production and greenhouse gases,” he wrote. “Most people aren’t as familiar with the impact of cows and methane.” He said limiting the impact of food production on climate change would require innovation from scientists and entrepreneurs as well as funding from companies and states. He said the focus should be on creating better seeds; developing crops that grow with less water or in harsher climates; and greater use of mobile technology and ag data for more precision farming. — Thomson Reuters Foundation

Tornado season is approaching — here’s what to watch for The area between the storm and cloud, clouds with bags hanging from them, and the wind are keys in spotting the danger

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BY DANIEL BEZTE

o far in our look at severe summer weather, and in particular thunderstorms, we have looked at how thunderstorms form, how they can grow into severe thunderstorms, and finally, how hail is produced.

Next up on the severe thunderstorm list is tornadoes!

Before we begin our look at tornadoes though, I think we have to step back a little and discuss how you can know if a storm is capable of producing severe weather, and in particular, tornadoes.

The answer is actually not that easy. The first thing is to listen to Environment Canada for watches and warnings. If# a watch is issued by Environ# ment Canada, it means the potential exists for severe thunderstorms, but they have not yet developed in your area. When you hear that there is a watch, you should watch the sky for any development.

If any storms do develop they have the potential to become severe.

If Environment Canada issues a warning, this means that a thunderstorm with some or all of the characteristics of a severe storm has developed and has been confirmed by eyewitness or radar. This means you should take precautions immediately. When conditions are favourable for severe thunderstorms and the development of tornadoes, Environment Canada will issue a tornado watch. If a tornado is spotted either by a weather spotter or is indicated on radar, it will issue a tornado warning.

Often, by the time a warning is issued, you have very little time to prepare and get yourself to safety.

With all of the technology we have at our disposal nowadays, it is pretty rare to get caught without access to some kind of weather service. But as with most things in life, it is usually when you really need something that it doesn’t work

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or you don’t have it with you.

So if you are out in the field without access to technology, what can you watch out for?

First of all, recognize the conditions: How warm and humid is the air?

Remember, a moist atmosphere means there is a lot of energy available. Look for a dark or threatening sky. And look closely at the area between the storm and the ground — if you can see through it, the storm is likely not severe yet.

A lot of lightning or nearly continuous thunder is a good indication of a severe storm. As the storm approaches, keep an eye out for things like a green sky and mammatus clouds (clouds that look like bag-like sacks that hang beneath a cloud).

These conditions usually indicate that the storm con-

tains huge amounts of water and has very strong up- and downdrafts.

Another indication of a severe storm is the roll cloud. These clouds are produced ahead of an approaching storm and are caused by the cooled air flowing out of the storm. They often form a line that quickly races towards you and arrives with a strong gust of wind. Behind these clouds the sky is often a uniform dark colour.

Finally, when you are close to a storm, watch out for any kind of rotation within the storm. This means the storm has become very strong and has the capability of producing a tornado.

The word tornado for most people brings about feelings of awe and a little fear. Unless you have already witnessed a tornado first hand, many who

are interested in weather often secretly wish they could safely experience the awesome beauty and power of a tornado — so long as no one gets hurt and no serious property damage takes place. Unfortunately, this is rarely the case with tornadoes.

Worldwide, Canada is second only to the United States in the number of tornadoes occurring each year, with an average of about 70 reported. Southern Ontario experiences the highest number of tornadoes, followed by southern Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and central Alberta. While these areas report most of Canada’s tornadoes, they have occurred in nearly all regions of the country.

Tornadoes can strike at almost any time of the year but in Canada, tornado sea-

son typically runs from April to October, with the peak months being June, July, and August. This differs from the U.S., where tornado season peaks in April and May. This is due to the amount of cold air that is available for severe storm development. In the spring, the southern and central U.S. become quite hot, but cold air is still closely available to help develop thunderstorms.

By midsummer, most of the cold air has retreated well into Canada, putting our region into warm conditions. However, we still have cold air fairly close by to our north to help spawn severe thunderstorms.

Unfortunately, I have run out of space before we really got going on the topic of tornadoes. Next time, we’ll pick up where we left off and discuss just what tornadoes are and how they form. Stay tuned!

Daniel Bezte is a teacher by profession with a BA (Hon.) in geography, specializing in climatology. He operates a computerized weather station near Birds Hill Park, Man. Contact him with your questions and comments at daniel@bezte.ca.

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Tillage can affect carbon payments

BY ALEXIS KIENLEN AF STAFF

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here’s a global grain glut, but it shouldn’t have a negative effect on Alberta crop producers come fall, say two market analysts.

Although it’s early days yet, both were quick to add.

“We’re at the stage of the year when there are more questions than answers,” said Chuck Penner of LeftField Commodity Research in Winnipeg. “There are all sorts of questions where we’re waiting for answers now. Over the next six weeks, we’ll get a huge pile of those answers.”

In 2016, there were record-high yields across major crop sectors around the world.

“This year we’re probably going to see the U.S. crop ratings not be as good,” said Errol Anderson, president of Calgary-based ProMarket Communications. “It’s pretty hard to repeat the super-duper crop ratings that the U.S. has had in the last year or two.”

There has been a lot of talk about huge global supplies in the wheat market, but sometimes things get misconstrued. Global wheat supplies continue to expand, thanks to production from the Black Sea region, Argentina, and Brazil, said Anderson. But the large amount of wheat in China — which is sitting on half of the world’s wheat crop — is distorting the picture, he added.

For exporting countries such as Canada, the U.S., Russia, and

There’s a worldwide glut of most major grains, but analysts are optimistic that Prairie farmers will see some price improvement this year. This photo shows workers loading soybeans in March for export to China.

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Argentina, wheat supplies aren’t as monstrous as the bears in the market would like exporters to believe, he said. And hard red spring will continue to do better than the rest of the wheat market, said Anderson.

Penner is expecting markets for quality wheat to strengthen, especially if weather conditions aren’t favourable.

“That doesn’t mean that we’ll see $10 wheat by any means,” said Penner. “What I’ve been telling farmers for a while is in a market like this, we’ll see some sort of gradual improvements for wheat over the long term.

“Over the short term, there will be volatility, and there will be ups and down, then a gradual improvement. That’s the wheat market.”

Anderson thinks this year could be good for barley producers in Alberta.

“Barley prices are, to me, an emerging bull market. I can see higher barley prices down the road,” he said.

There are signs the world barley crop is going to shrink, which will help local barley producers. China and Saudi Arabia are both buyers of Alberta barley.

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“We’re seeing barley prices start to take off in places like Australia, which is the biggest exporter,” said Anderson. “That’s having a bit of influence in Western Canada, although Western Canada is a bit insulated for some of these factors.”

Any production problems with American corn crop will help the barley market on the feed side.

Yellow peas could also be a bright spot. Pulse markets are doing well, although India’s continued insistence that exports be fumigated remains a potential issue. However, the expected drop in Prairie pea acreage will support prices.

And canola continues to do well.

“China and the U.S. have been keeping our supplies quite tight,” said Penner. “We’ll probably see record acres this year, so a large part of the outlook will depend on yield.”

Anderson agrees.

“It’s a good market. Canola is right in there. We might flip here and there, but it’ll get bought up again.”

A new wild card this year is the political turmoil in the U.S. under President Donald Trump. If events in Washington or the end of one of the longest bull runs (currently eight years and counting) roils the stock market that could spread to commodities, said Anderson.

“It’s a bit of the unknown — I think we’re due for some form of correction on the equity world,” he said. “It might shake commodities a bit. A lot of unknowns, really and then you stir in Trump.” akienlen@fbcpublishing.com

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Grain sector likes what it sees in transport act changes Time will tell, but the industry says the Bill C-49 changes should lead to better grain service

BY ALLAN DAWSON Staff

“While not perfect it’s really a big step in the right direction and is going to change the playing field for not only grain shippers, but all shippers in Canada.”

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fter decades of complaining about poor rail service for grain, western farmers and shippers say Bill C-49, the Transportation Modernization Act, is close to what they’ve been asking for.

“While not perfect it’s really a big step in the right direction and is going to change the playing field for not only grain shippers, but all shippers in Canada,” said Wade Sobkowich, executive director of the Western Grain Elevator Association.

The bill includes provisions for railway penalties if they fail to meet commitments.

The maximum revenue entitlement (MRE) or ‘revenue cap’ on railway charges will remain, but will be modified to encourage railway investment.

Extended interswitching (allowing railways to use competitors’ tracks) will be replaced by a new option — long-haul interswitching.

While the railways have concerns, especially about longhaul interswitching, they welcomed changes to the MRE. “The proposed changes to the maximum revenue entitlement should promote hopper car investments and that is good for the farmer, good for CP, and for all Canadian exporters,” CP Rail president and chief executive officer Keith Creel said in a news release.

The release said CP believes the proposed legislation to be

Wade Sobkowich

Western Grain Elevators Association executive director Wade Sobkowich says his members see much of what they asked for in Bill C-49, the Transportation Modernization Act. PHOTO: ALLAN DAWSON “balanced and focused on what service level is reasonable given the specific facts and circumstances.”

Broad industry support

A long list of farm groups from Alberta Wheat Commission and Canadian Federation of Agriculture, to the Western Canadian Wheat Growers Association and Canadian Canola Growers Association, say the bill, dubbed the ‘Fair Rail for All Act,’ should result in better service.

Shippers and farmers are getting the legislation they asked for because they had one voice, Sobkowich said.

The bill could have turned out differently. The former Conservative government appointed a panel to review changes to the act. Most farmers and shippers criticized its recommendations for not better balancing rail power. The report also recommended phasing out the MRE. Despite industry support for the bill, many say the proof will be in how the legislation works.

“We won’t know the outcome for sure until it is tested,” Sobkowich said.

“Time will tell how effective this is, but it certainly seems, on the surface, to provide the ship-

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pers with the tools they need to get grain to their customers in a timely way.”

Meanwhile, organizations, including Pulse Canada, want current legislation, which expires July 3, extended until C-49 is law.

The government hopes C-49 passes quickly.

“In the interim, farmers and grain shippers will continue to be protected by shipper remedies and the maximum revenue entitlement, and the government will closely monitor the performance of the grain-handling and transportation system,” a Transport Canada official said in an email. “If a similar disruption (to grain shipping) as occurred in 2013-14 were to emerge, the government would take action.”

Monitoring continues

The Crop Logistics Working group is being revamped, Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay also announced.

The committee, made up of grain industry leaders, repre-

senting farmers and shippers, exchanges views and identifies supply chain challenges and opportunities.

MacAulay also announced another three years of funding for independent monitoring of the grain-handling and transportation system.

Poor rail service came to a head during the 2013-14 crop year when a massive backlog in grain shipping prompted the Conservative cabinet to order the railways to meet a weekly shipping target or face fines.

Several agricultural economists estimated the debacle cost grain farmers several billions of dollars due to a wider basis — the difference between grain prices at country elevators versus at port.

The railways blamed the coldest winter in 100 years and a record harvest.

The incident prompted the federal government to launch a scheduled review of the transportation act a year early. allan@fbcpublishing.com

Replacing hopper cars will raise costs for farmers When the railways start replacing hopper cars as expected if the Transportation Modernization Act becomes law, western farmers will pay more, in total, to ship grain to export.

That’s because the maximum revenue entitlement (MRE) will be adjusted to pass on the purchase costs to shippers and ultimately farmers.

Most farm and shipper groups agree that the aging car fleet needs replacing.

But some farm groups argue they are likely already paying their fair share and more to ship grain because the MRE is based on rail

costs that haven’t been fully updated since 1992.

The Canadian Transportation Agency adjusts the MRE annually to reflect higher railway costs, as well as the volume and distance of grain hauled. But the formula hasn’t been adjusted to reflect increased railway efficiency — much of it achieved by cutting branch lines and replacing old, small elevators with fewer larger and faster car-loading ones.

The railways have also invested billions of dollars to be more efficient, resulting in longer trains and faster car cycle times. — Staff

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Nitty-gritty details in Bill C-49

CropLife appoints Petelle as CEO

The revenue cap stays, but railways can include the cost of new hoppers in the calculation

t took a few days of intense review for the Western Grain Elevators Association before giving its blessing to the Transportation Modernization Act. Others were equally meticulous.

“Every word does matter, and the order of the words matters,” Greg Cherewyk, Pulse Canada’s chief operating officer, said in an interview.

And while Pulse Canada also supports C-49, it expects to get a deeper understanding of the legislation as it moves through Parliament.

“The devil is always in the details,” Cherewyk said.

Wade Sobkowich doesn’t think the threshold will be onerous, but doubts the new option will stimulate as much competition.

“It’s not so much a competitive provision as it is a backstop against the use of monopoly power,” he said.

The railways see problems too.

“Our initial view is that longhaul interswitching may have unintended consequences with respect to investment and will give U.S. railways access to the Canadian market at regulated rates — without reciprocity (because the U.S. doesn’t have long-haul interswitching),” CN Rail president and CEO Luc Jobin, said in an email.

CP Rail raised the same concern.

MRE stays, but…

Reciprocal penalties

BY ALLAN DAWSON Staff

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Retaining the maximum revenue entitlement (MRE) or ‘revenue cap’ is a big win for farmers. The railways don’t like it and there were fears it might get traded off.

The MRE, introduced in 2000, was proposed by CP Rail as an alternative to open running rights — a tool to stimulate rail competition.

The MRE lets the railways set freight rates for Prairie grain, but limits their total revenue.

However, it will be modified so capital spending by each railway on things such as hopper cars is included in the MRE calculation. If one railway buys 100 cars it’s allowed to collect more revenue to cover the cost.

Oddly, under the current formula if one railway buys cars it only gets half the credit and the rest goes to the other railway.

Doesn’t include containers

C-49 excludes all grain shipped in containers to export from the MRE, including pulse and special crops. While most Prairie grain is shipped in hopper cars about 1.6 million tonnes, or 44 per cent of western pulse crops, are shipped to Vancouver for export in containers, Cherewyk said. Pulse Canada is counting on the change to improve container service, capacity and costs, he added.

“You’ll hear from us if it doesn’t,” Cherewyk said.

C-49 will allow shippers and railways to include penalties in their service level agreements.

A CTA arbitrator will be able

“Every word does matter, and the order of the words matters. The devil is always in the details.”

Greg Cherewyk Pulse Canada’s chief operating officer

to include a dispute resolution process in agreements, Sobkowich said, which should encourage better rail service.

The CTA will make decisions on service complaints faster.

Shippers will be allowed to extend arbitrators’ decision to two years from one.

The threshold for a summary Final Offer Arbitration will be $2 million, allowing access to small- and medium-size businesses.

The definition of adequate and suitable rail service has been clarified. It’s not as strong as the WGEA wanted, but is an improvement, Sobkowich said.

“It requires the railways to provide the highest level of service regarding their obligation that they can reasonably be expected to provide in the circumstances,” he said. “And the agency will rule on that. We think it provides clarity and that’s good.”

The CTA will have the power to “inquire into” emerging grain transportation problems instead of having to wait for a shipper to launch an official complaint — something shippers also wanted, Sobkowich said.

More data will be collected on system performance.

“If you don’t know where you are, you don’t know where you are going,” he said. “You will improve and work on what you measure.” allan@fbcpublishing.com

CropLife Canada announced the appointment of Pierre Petelle as president and CEO. He succeeds Ted Menzies, who resigned in January for health reasons.

Petelle joined CropLife Canada in 2008, and has been the vicepresident of chemistry since 2012.

He previously worked at Health Canada’s Pest Management Regulatory Agency.

“The board of directors is unanimous in its enthusiasm for having Pierre lead CropLife Canada. Pierre has consistently demonstrated professionalism, integrity and a commitment to doing what is best for Canadian agriculture and is well respected by stakeholders across Canada and, indeed, throughout the international CropLife community,” CropLife Canada chair Jay Bradshaw said in a release.

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C-49 doesn’t include extended interswitching, which allows shippers to get a competing railway to haul their haul if it’s within 160 km of an interchange. That was introduced in response to grain backlogs in 2013.

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Oats and alfalfa a solution to Corn Belt soil erosion?

Keep watch for this potential new invader

By Aimee Delaney

Conservation assistant, Red Deer County

Noxious weeds

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o far uncommon to Alberta, puncturevine has all the makings of a potential headache to you and me, alike.

What started as an annual herb in southern Europe has started spreading into Canada (in British Columbia and Ontario). Like most other weeds, this plant prefers areas of disturbed, bare ground and grows as a summer annual in colder climates — which makes it a perfect invader for Alberta.

This low-lying, dense mat-like plant grows very deep taproots.

While the above-ground leaves of the plant can be killed by frost, yearly resprouting can occur

from these deep roots. Seeds of puncturevine can germinate when spring temperatures and moisture are plentiful. Its greenish-red stems covered in hairs with a yellow, five-petal flower make this weed easy to identify.

The primary control method is early detection and preventing seed production and dissemination. Seeds, which are hard and have two or three sharp spines can puncture feet (humans and livestock) and bicycle tires. They can also bury deep into the soles of footware, only to release later and increase its spread. Seed production is quick, so control efforts are needed through the growing season.

Currently no selective herbicides are registered for puncturevine. As this plant is toxic to animals, this invasive plant should never be considered as forage. Repeated, shallow cul-

Contact your local fieldman at www.aaaf.ab.ca

Study says adding more crops to the usual corn-soy rotation could reduce Iowa soil erosion by 91 per cent

Puncturevine, which is easily recognizable, has been found in B.C. and would find Alberta to its liking. PHOTO: CITY OF GRANDE PRAIRIE

Union of Concerned Scientists release

tivation before seed production can be the most effective means of control.

For more information on this or any invasive plant, contact your local Agricultural Fieldman (www.aaaf.ab.ca) or the Alberta Invasive Species Council (www. abinvasives.ca).

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new study released by the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) found that modified three- and four-crop farming systems could be scaled up and adopted widely in Corn Belt states, generating benefits to farmers and taxpayers worth hundreds of millions of dollars.

The analysis builds on a longterm study at Iowa State University, known as the Marsden Farm study, which demonstrated that

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adding combinations of alfalfa, cover crops, and small grains such as oats to a typical corn-soy rotation can increase farmers’ yields and maintain profits while reducing herbicide and fertilizer use. The UCS analysis shows that pairing these longer rotations with soil-conserving no-till practices and scaling the system up strategically would have dramatic results.

Adoption of the no-till threeyear or four-year rotation system, compared with tilled corn-soy, in the 25 Iowa counties with the most erodible soils would slash erosion by as much as 91 per cent.

For those counties, the diversified rotation would also keep fertilizers out of lakes and streams.

Iowa taxpayers would see water pollution cleanup savings of nearly $200 million annually and net reductions in heat-trapping gases valued at up to $78 million annually.

Over time, and with the expansion of markets for oats or other small grains in the rotation, the system could be scaled up to nearly 40 per cent of Iowa’s current farmland without driving farmers back to predominantly corn-soy. Although the analysis focused on Iowa, the results can be generalized across the 12-state Corn Belt.

The longer rotation system would benefit farmers, who are increasingly squeezed by today’s dominant Midwest corn-andsoy system. U.S. growers of these crops achieved record-high harvests in 2016, but the prices farmers receive for these crops have plummeted; U.S. farm incomes for this year are expected to drop to their lowest levels since 2002.

Diversifying production would leave farmers less vulnerable to such price shifts, and expanding markets for additional crops would create new business opportunities. In addition, the system improves farmers’ soils, ensuring they can keep farming into the future.

The diverse rotation system works by keeping soil covered and undisturbed year round.

This minimizes soil erosion and reduces the need for fertilizers and herbicides, which keeps pollutants out of lakes and streams.

Every year, nitrogen use in U.S. agriculture causes $157 billion in environmental damage — more than double the value of the entire 2011 U.S. corn harvest — and taxpayers, fishing and recreation industries, and under-resourced water utilities pick up the tab.

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BHP stays course on Jansen potash mine Decision supplies analysts who foresee an oversupplied potash market

BY ROD NICKEL

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HP Billiton’s Canadian potash mine will use advanced, costsaving technology, giving it a competitive edge in a currently oversupplied fertilizer market, says the executive in charge of the business.

Australia-based BHP aims to start potash production at Jansen, Sask., about 70 kilometres southeast of Humboldt, in 2023, eventually producing four million tonnes annually.

The mine is already under construction but requires BHP’s board to approve another US$4.7 billion to bring Jansen into production. That decision may happen as early as June 2018.

By the time Jansen opens, potash supply and demand are likely to be in balance, said Giles Hellyer, vicepresident of operations for potash.

BHP’s tentative plan to proceed with Jansen shocked some analysts, who have said that the market may be oversupplied for the foreseeable future as new mines from K+S AG and EuroChem start up.

“We’re a company which looks at large, long-life, low-cost assets,” Hellyer said. “We take a long-term view.”

Jansen would be the first potash mine globally to use highly efficient boring machines supported by a system to convey ore that allows the machines to run longer and at larger volumes without interruption, Hellyer said.

That system, other digital technology, and minimal use of diesel equipment will raise efficiency and reduce energy costs, giving Jansen a competitive edge, he added.

“It’s going to have a very different look and feel to it,” he said of the mine.

The industry will struggle to absorb four mines from competitors that are starting in 2017 and 2018, let alone Jansen, BMO analyst Joel Jackson said in a note.

Some analysts thought BHP would abandon its potash ambitions years ago, after the Canadian government blocked its 2010 takeover bid for PotashCorp.

In the lead-up to Jansen’s possible opening, potash prices are likely to remain low, pressuring higher-cost producers and possibly taking capacity out of the market, Hellyer said.

BHP has completed more than two-thirds of Jansen’s mine shafts and has another couple of years’ worth of work to go.

Injured plants can call 911 That smell of fresh-cut hay may be organic compounds from the damaged leaves STAFF

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high school student working on a research project at the University of Delaware has discovered that damaged plants can send a warning to their neighbours, which grow larger to compensate.

Working in the lab on weekends and during summer breaks, Connor Sweeney cultured an estimated 1,000 arabidopsis plants — also known as mustard weed — in Petri plates and test tubes.

One day Sweeney put two plants a few centimetres apart on the same Petri plate and made two small cuts on the leaf of one to simulate an insect’s attack.

The next day, the roots on the uninjured neighbour plant had grown noticeably longer and more robust, with more lateral roots poking out from the primary root.

Researchers at the University of Delaware found that when a plant has its leaf nicked, it sends out an alert to neighbouring plants, which begin beefing up their defences. Photo: Jeff Chase / University of Delaware “It was crazy — I didn’t believe it at first,” his mentor, Professor Hart Bais, said in a University of Delaware release. “I would have expected the injured plant to

put more resources into growing roots. But we didn’t see that.”

Bais asked Sweeney to repeat the experiment multiple times

to rule out any communication between the root systems.

“The reason why the uninjured plant is putting out more roots is to forage and acquire more nutrients to strengthen its defences,” Bais said. “So we began looking for compounds that trigger root growth.”

Sweeney found more of a growth hormone gene expressed in neighbouring plants when an injured plant was around. He also confirmed that the injured neighbours express a gene of organic compounds that attract beneficial soil microbes.

“So the injured plant is sending signals through the air. It’s not releasing these chemicals to help itself, but to alert its plant neighbours,” Bais said.

He said they are not sure of the chemicals’ characteristics and will do more research. “But if you go through a field of grass after it’s been mowed or a crop field after harvesting, you’ll smell these compounds.”

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U.S. study questions neonics for soybean aphid control The effectiveness of the insecticide has diminished by the time the plants are at the stage when the insects arrive

BY JOHN GREIG

Glacier Media staff

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multi-university study says that neonicotinoid insecticide seed treatments have little effect on soybean aphid populations, as the pesticide has disappeared in plant tissue by the time the aphids arrive.

The two-year study was a joint effort of Purdue University, Iowa State University, Kansas State University, North Dakota State University, the University of Minnesota, South Dakota State University and the University of Wisconsin. It examined the effectiveness of neonicotinoids (also known as neonics) on soybean aphid control, compared to an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach, over multiple states.

“We knew most growers were using neonicotinoids and we knew that the biggest soybean pest is aphids,” says Christian Krupke, a professor of entomology at Purdue University and one of the researchers who worked on the study.

The researchers and the North Central Soybean Research Program, which funded the program

A graphic from the university study. It says “the relative concentration of the neonicotinoid thiamethoxam (the active insecticidal ingredient in CruiserMaxx seed treatment) decreases rapidly after planting (represented by the red triangle). There is little or no insecticide remaining in soybean plants by the time soybean aphid populations typically begin to increase (represented by the purple-blue curve).” with checkoff funds, wanted to know if that widespread use of neonics actually had an impact on what is by far the largest economic-impact soybean pest.

The research found that the neonic seed treatments were no longer having any effect by the time soybean aphids reached threshold levels.

The findings are not a surprise to entomologists and agronomists. For example, the Manitoba Pulse and Soybean Growers Soybean Seed Treatment Risk Assessment tool identifies soybean aphids as unlikely to be affected by a seed treatment.

In the United States, there’s concern that farmers believe

their neonic seed treatment will get them some aphid control. Syngenta, which makes the thiamethoxam seed treatment product used in the study, claims that it will help control soybean aphids.

“I’ve presented this data to a lot of farmers,” says Krupke. “A lot of them were surprised by how

short lived the product is in the plant. When the product is gone, the plant is at V2 (growth stage).

There is not a lot of aphid action happening in a plant that small.

“They are paying for two weeks of potential management at best.

Farmers thought that there would be more there.”

The researchers emphasize that there are still valid reasons for using insecticide treatments for soybeans including fields at high risk for pests such as seed corn maggot and white grubs.

Seed-production fields may also make sense.

The better approach than seed treatments for aphids would be Integrated Pest Management, says Krupke. In this study, that would include a combination of tactics to keep pests below the economically important threshold level. That includes scouting and monitoring and when aphids reach 250 aphids per plant, spraying an insecticide.

The economic analysis also favours IPM, including paying for hired scouting for aphids.

The study also raised concerns about the effect of neonics on non-target organisms and beneficial insects that feed on crop pests.

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Ottawa still considering eliminating deferred grain cash tickets Alberta crop commissions say federal finance officials don’t understand the serious impact of eliminating the tax break STAFF

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ttawa is extending the public consultations on the “potential elimination” of deferred grain cash tickets by two months.

But Alberta farm leaders say federal finance officials have “little understanding” of the importance of the income tax break and “the far-reaching implications if farmers were to lose access to this tool.”

“We believe that the government has overlooked the severe impact that farmers would face if this tool was no longer available,” Alberta Wheat Commission chair Kevin Auch said in a release from ‘Team Alberta’ (an alliance of the provincial wheat, barley, pulse, and canola commissions).

“Farmers operate with a high degree of income volatility due to factors beyond our control and the cash ticket deferral mechanism allows us to manage risk and balance our income to ensure we can still remain profitable.”

When listed grains (wheat, oats, barley, rye, flax, canola, rapeseed) are delivered for payment at a licensed elevator, an elevator operator can issue either a cash purchase ticket or a deferred cash purchase ticket, payable in the year following the year in which the grain is delivered.

Under current tax law, a farmer who opts for a deferred cash purchase ticket is then able to include the amount of the ticket in taxable income in that following year.

The tax treatment of deferred cash purchase tickets “is a departure from the general rule with respect to taxpayers (including other farmers),” the government said after unexpectedly announcing in the March budget that the measure is under review.

In announcing the two-month extension of consultation period, the government said it’s committed to “building a fair tax system” which “includes recognizing that, over time, changes in the economy have made a number of provisions in Canada’s tax statutes less relevant than when they were first introduced.”

For that reason, the government is seeking public comment on the “ongoing utility, and potential elimination” of the income tax deferral available for farmers’ eligible cash purchase tickets.

During the extended consultation period, stakeholders are invited to comment on the income tax deferral, “including any appropriate transitional period or rules,” the government said.

Along with their letter to Finance Minister Bill Morneau, Team Alberta provided him with examples provided by

Greg Sears Myers Norris Penny LLP which showed “the impact on farm businesses… can be significant.”

“The existing policy allowing for deferral of cash tickets is an important tool in ensuring that farm operations, whatever their business structure, are treated fairly relative to other Canadian businesses,” said Alberta Canola chair Greg Sears.

The four crop commissions reject Ottawa’s argument that the “historical rationale” for deferred cash tickets related to “international grain shipment agreements and the Canadian Wheat Board’s former position as the sole purchaser” of Prairie wheat and export barley.

“We believe that the government has overlooked the severe impact that farmers would face if this tool was no longer available.”

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AIR DRILL 2009 Bourgault 3310, 65’, 10” .....$128,000 2008 Bourgault 3310, 55’,10” ........$99,000 2013 Bourgault 3320, 76’, 12” .....$198,000 2013 Bourgault 3320, 75’, 12” .....$139,000 2013 Bourgault 3710, 50’, 10” .....$189,000 2015 Bourgault 3720, 70’ 12” ......$189,000 2015 Bourgault 3720, 70’, 12” .....$189,000 2002 Bourgault 5710, 29”, 10” .......$32,000 2008 Bourgault 5710, 64’, 10” .......$69,000 2000 Flexi-Coil 6000/3450, 40’, 10”, Piller Openers ............$115,000 2010 Flexi-Coil P2060, 60’, 10”......$68,000 2011 NH P2070, 70’, 12” ...............$85,000 2005 NH SD440, 45”, 10” ..............$48,000 2008 Seedmaster 5010 ..................$72,000 2008 Seedhawk, 50’, 10”, Leading Air .................................$89,000

AIR TANK/CART 2012 Bourgault 6450, ..................$115,000 2008 Bourgault L6450 ....................$72,000 2008 Bourgault 6450 ......................$68,000 2008 Bourgault 6450 ......................$79,000 2005 Bourgault LFC 2000 ..............$15,000 2011 NH P1070, Tow Behind .........$98,000 2008 CIH 3430 ...............................$39,500 2008 CIH ADX3430, Mech, No Rust ......................................$45,000 2015 L7800, TB,TRKS, SLDT .......$226,000 1995 Flexi -Coil 5000/1330, 33’, 9” $19,500 2003 Flexicoil 3450 ........................$48,000 2002 Bourgault 5440 ......................$48,000

BALER/ROUND 2003 Hesston 956, .........................$12,500 2005 NH BR780, ...........................$13,500 2003 NH BR780, ...........................$11,800 2006 NH BR780A, .........................$14,500 2004 CIHRBX562, 12,600 Bales ...$13,800

BLADES 2015 Grouser 770HD, 14’, 8-way ...$45,000 2007 Leon 4000 STX425- Frameless $13,800 2011 Leon Q5000 STX Quad .........$30,000 2013 Leon Q5000, .........................$33,000

COMBINE 2012 NH CX8080, 1037/748 hrs ..$278,000 2012 NH CX8080,1005/746 Hrs ...$268,000 2011 NH CX8080, 1438/1030 hrs $238,000 2010 NH CX8080, 1875/1348 hrs $228,000 2010 NH CX8080, 1755/1237 hrs $228,000 2010 NH CX8080, 1722/1240 hrs $228,000 2009 NH CX8080, 2041/1535 hrs $215,000 2010 NH CX8080, 1000/900 hrs ..$238,000 2007 NH CX8080, 1972/1539 Hrs $179,000

2014 NH CR8090, 921/728 hrs ....$349,000 2013 NH CR8090, 651/501 hrs ....$365,000 2013 NH CR8090, 655/488 hrs ....$365,000 2012 NH CR8090, 1144/917 hrs .$289,000 2012 NH CR8090, 1314/1041 hrs $299,000 2004 NH CX860, 2688/2035 hrs ..$119,000 2004 NH CX860, 3685/2869 hrs ....$98,000 2004 NH CX860, 2528/1924 hrs .$138,000 1997 NH TX66, 3754/2781 hrs .......$28,500 1998 NH TX66, 2796/2188 hrs .......$48,000 1996 NH TR98, 2931/2211 hrs.......$39,000 1997 NH TR98, 2740/1934 hrs.......$38,000 1997 NH TR98, 2391/1622 hrs.......$39,000 2008 NH CR9070, 2279/1562 hrs $228,000 2010 NH CR9070, 1622/1199 hrs $179,500 2007 NH CR9070, 948/780 hrs ....$198,000 2007 NH CR9070, 1710/1253 hrs $179,000 2008 NH CR9070, 1434/1023 hrs $189,500 2008 NH CR9070, 1489/1020 hrs $195,000 2008 NH CR9070, 2251/1583 hrs $169,500 2009 NH CR9070, 1597/1208 Hrs$179,000 2010 NH CR9070, 1300/1153 hrs $198,000 2010 NH CR9070, 1616/1190 hrs $189,000 2007 NH CR9070, 1510/2267 hrs $148,500 2009 NH CR9070, 1554/1137 hrs $198,000 2009 NH CR9080, 1347/980 hrs ..$249,000 2011 NH CR9070, 985/749 hrs, ...$259,000 2011 NH CR9090Z, 1311/967 hrs $299,000 2012 NH CR9090Z, 868/632hrs ...$339,000 2012 NH CR9090Z, 811/576 hrs ..$369,000 2014 NH CR9090Z, 561/460 hrs ..$398,000 2014 NH CR9090Z, 575/480 hrs ..$398,000 2014 NH CR9090, 512 hrs ...........$410,000 2014 NH CR9090, 476 hrs ...........$420,000 2013 NH CR9090Z, 680 Thr Hrs ..$379,000 2013 NH CR9090Z, 304/239 hrs ..$298,000 2013 NH CR9090Z, 1128/804 Hrs$369,000 2005 NH CR970, 2459/1821 hrs ..$138,000 2006 NH CR970, 1861/1300 hrs ..$149,000 2006 NH CR970, 1495/1159 hrs ..$178,000 2006 NH CR970, 1547/1219 hrs ..$159,000 2015 NH CR8.90, 620/414 hrs .....$483,000 2013 NH CR8090, 1162/904 hrs ..$289,000 2016 NH CR9.90E, 290 thr hrs ........... $Call 2016 NH CR9.90E, 470/343 ............... $Call 2015 NH CR10.90, 272 hrs ..........$589,500 2012 CIH 8230, 1304/962 hrs ......$278,000 2000 CIH 8010, 1728/1322 hrs ....$189,000 2013 CIH 8230, 700 thr hrs ..........$298,000 1995 JD 9500, 2250 thr hrs ............$39,500 2011 JD T670, 833 hrs, ................$239,500 2013 JD S680, 933/653 hrs..........$387,000 2010 JD T670,1132/807 hrs .........$198,000

VERTICAL TILLAGE

SPRAYER/HIGH CLEARANCE

2010 Salford 570 RTS, 30’ .............$68,000

2013 NH SP240, 1000 Hrs, 1200 Gal, 100” ........................$309,000 2011 NH SP.240F .........................$208,000 2011 NH SP240F, 1920 hrs ..........$185,000 2009 Hagie STS16, 1600 Gal, 120’ ..........................................$209,000 2009 Spraycoupe 4660, 440 gal, 80’.................................$84,500 2009 Rogator 1084, 3160 hrs.......$159,000 2011 JD 4830, 1820 hrs ...............$218,000

FEED WAGON/BALE PROCESSOR 2005 Haybuster 2650 .....................$14,900 2003 Lucknow 285 .........................$12,800

GRAIN AUGER/HARROW 2008 REM 2700 ..............................$13,000 2007 Bourgault 6000 ......................$25,800

HEADER COMBINE 2010 Honeybee, HB30, Gleaner adaptor, 30’...................$49,500 1999 Honeybee SP36, 36’ .............$29,000 2007 Honeybee SP36 ....................$29,800 2013 Honeybee HP30 ....................$52,000 1994 Honeybee SP30, ....................$9,800 2009 NH 88C, 42’ ...........................$68,000 2001 NH 94C ..................................$29,000 2006 NH 94C ..................................$29,500 2008 NH 94C ..................................$29,500 2010 NH 94C, 30 CX/CR ................$36,500 2003 NH 94C, 30 CX/CR ................$29,500 2005 NH 94C ..................................$39,500 1998 NH 994 CX/CR ......................$19,000 2009 NH 94C, 36 CX/CR ................$39,500 2008 NH 94C-36, ..........................$39,500 2003 NH 94C-36, ..........................$39,500 1999 NH 994-30, ...........................$29,500 1998 NH 994-36, ...........................$19,000 1995 NH SP25 ................................$15,000 2011 JD 630D, 30’..........................$58,000 2012 JD 635D, 35’..........................$68,000 2010 MacDon, 30’, CR/CX .............$68,000 1998 MacDon 960, ........................$25,000 2010 MF 5100-35, .........................$58,000 1997 Westward 9030........................$4,000 2010 Macdon Fd70, 40’ .................$79,000 2010 CIH 2142, 35’ ........................$58,000 2010 Macdon FD70, 45’ .................$69,000 2014 Macdon CR/CX, 35’ ..............$69,000 2014 Macdon, 35’ ..........................$69,000

MOWER CONDITIONER 2004 NH 1475, Toung only ...............$6,500 2006 NH 1475, ..............................$21,500 2002 NH 1475, Toung only ...............$2,000 1995 NH 2216, ................................$7,500 1995 NH 2216, ................................$9,500 2012 NH H7460 ..............................$33,500 1999 MF 670 ,16’ Hay Head ..........$10,000

SKID STEER/ COMP. TRACTOR 2003 Bobcat 763 ............................$26,500 2006 Bobcat T300, 3080 hrs ..........$39,800 2010 Kubota BX1860, c/w mower ...$9,000 2006 Kubota B3030, w/loader .......$15,800 1996 Kubota B4200 .........................$5,900 2006 Kubota L4630 ........................$23,500 2008 Kubota BX2350 .......................$9,000

SWATHER 2011 MacDon D60, 35’ ..................$34,000 2013 MacDon D65, 40’ ..................$49,500 2011 MacDon M150, 35’ ..............$118,000 2010 MacDon M150, 950 Hrs .....$109,500 2010 MacDon M150, 2053/1440 hrs ............................$85,000 2010 MacDon M150, 35’, 1848/1213 hrs ............................$85,000 1998 MacDon 960, ...........................$9,500 1998 MacDon 960, 25’ .....................$9,500 2013 MacDon M155/D6540, 520 hrs .....................................$138,000 2013 MacDon M105, 170 Hrs .....$138,000 2014 NH SR200/440HB ...............$169,000 1999 NH 994, 25’ ...........................$15,000 2007 NH HW325, 1200hrs .............$58,000 2014 NH SR200............................$175,000 2012 MF 9740, ..............................$98,000 2003 Premier 2952, 2098 Hrs.........$48,000

TRACTOR 2011 NH T7.270 AutoCommand - LDR, 2360 hrs ...................................$178,000 2012 NH T7.170 ...........................$118,000 2009 NH TV6070 - LDR, Eng Hrs: 4660 ...........................$95,000 2012 NH T7.235, 1819 hrs ...........$198,000 2012 NH T7.235, 2341 hrs ...........$168,000 2006 NH TN60SA, 990 hrs .............$29,800 2012 Case IH, U105, 3622 hrs .......$59,000 2011 Case IH 210, 1290 Hrs, ...... $148,000 2011 Versatile 305, 1800 hrs ........$149,500 2012 NH, T7.235, 5800 hrs ..........$109,000 2006 Mccormick MTX120, 6700hrs ......................................$54,000

TRACTOR 4WD 2009 CIH STX535Q, 3103 hrs ......$278,000 2002 NH TJ450, 9000 hrs ............$138,000 2012 NH T9.505 ...........................$339,000 2010 NH T9040, 1956 hrs ............$239,000

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Insect entrees?

Probably not, but bugs are a legit food source The emerald ash borer, an invasive species from Asia, is already in Ontario and Minnesota and threatens to wipe out ash trees in Manitoba. Photo: CFIA

Rising threat from invasive species

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he spread of pests and pathogens that damage plant life could cost global agriculture $540 billion a year, according to a new report.

The report, released by the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew in London, said an increase in international trade and travel had left flora facing rising threats from invasive pests and pathogens, and called for greater biosecurity measures.

“Plants underpin all aspects of life on Earth from the air we breathe right through to our food, our crops, our medicines,” said Professor Kathy Willis, RBG Kew’s director of science.

“If you take one away, what happens to the rest of that ecosystem — how does it impact?”

Researchers also examined the traits that would determine which plant species would cope in a world feeling the effects of climate change.

Plants with deeper roots and higher wood density are better able to withstand drought, while thicker leaves and taller grasses can cope with higher temperatures, the report found.

The report, which involved 128 scientists in 12 countries, found that 1,730 new plant species had been discovered in the past year. — Reuters

Insects are going to play a more important role in the human food chain, epidemiologist predicts in new book STAFF

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professor emeritus at the University of Guelph says insects might be a more sustainable source of nutrition, but just how they’ll be used is up in the air.

David Waltner-Toews, an epidemiologist who taught in the U of G’s Ontario Veterinary College, studied the topic for his new book, Eat the Beetles!.

The epidemiologist primarily focused on insects as pests and carriers of disease. His perspective changed when Veterinarians Without Borders-Canada (an organization he helped establish) started a project in Laos to help people raise crickets for food.

“I realized that insects are animals, and veterinarians work to keep animals healthy,” he said.

He also noticed that other researchers and development workers were turning their attention to insects — already a food source for about half the world’s population — as a more sustainable source of nutrition.

Soldier fly larvae like these can convert waste food into high-protein poultry and fish feed. PHOTO: CREATIVE COMMONS/DENNIS KRESS So will eating insects save the world?

The answer is complicated, said Waltner-Toews.

Don’t expect to see insect burgers on the McDonald’s menu board any time soon, he said.

They’re more likely to be served as a novelty snack, as a “protein powder” that might be added to other foods, or as feed for animals.

However they’re used, insect con-

sumption may help protect the environment, he said.

He pointed to Enterra, a British Columbia-based company that removes food waste from grocery stores to keep it out of landfills. That leftover food is fed to soldier flies, and the fly larvae are turned into animal feed for chickens and farmed fish, which is more sustainable than the current sources.

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*For commercial use only. Offer subject to credit qualification and approval by CNH Industrial Capital Canada Ltd. See your New Holland dealer for details and eligibility requirements. CNH Industrial Capital Canada Ltd. standard terms and conditions will apply. Depending on model, a down payment may be required. Offer good through June 30, 2017, at participating New Holland dealers in Canada. Offer subject to change. Taxes, freight, set-up, delivery, additional options or attachments not included in price. © 2017 CNH Industrial Capital America LLC. All rights reserved.

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USED EQUIPMENT USED COMBINES 2007 NH CR9070, 1516 rotor hrs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $165,000 2015 NH CR8.90, 150 thr hrs, stone trap,guidance MacDon pick-up . . . . . . $485,000 2013 NH CR8090, 966 thrs hrs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $260,000 2014 NH CR8090, 741 thrs hrs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $325,000 2014 NH CR8090, 733 thrs hrs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $325,000

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USED HEADERS 2011 NH 94C, 36’ DK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$49,000 Reduced to $39,000 (2) 2013 NH 840CF, 30’ draper header. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Starting at $55,000

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2014 C238 Tracked Skid Steer Loader

D L O S $253,000 2011 New Holland SP365 Sprayer, 1600 gal, 120’, Comes with 3 yr, 3000hr power train warranty

2012 New Holland T8.330 MFWD, 915 hrs, pwr shift, 3pth, MINT . . . . . . . $225,000 2006 New Holland TZ18, compact tractor, 54” mower. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10,000 1994 NH 8870,180 hp Row crop super steer 5900hrs. . . . . . . . . . . . . SOLD $70,000 2012 Boomer 50 Compact Tractor, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $28,000 NH TC18, compact hydro, 4WD, 60 belly mount deck. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SOLD $7,200 1997 NH 3930, MFD, c/w loader, no cab, 45 hp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SOLD Coming In 2012 John Deere 7130, MFWD, 2800 hrs, H380 ldr & grapple . . . . . . . . . . . $125,000 2011 Case 500 Quad Trac, 36” tracks, 1500 hrs, PTO, twin flow, GPS . . . . Coming In

USED SWATHERS 2011 MacDon M150, c/w 30,D60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $125,000 MacDon 2940, C/W 30’ header. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $48,000 2012 MacDon M105, c/w 30’ D65 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $125,000 MacDon M200, c/w R80 disc header and D60 30’ header . . . . . . . . SOLD $128,000 2015 M155, 150 hrs, 25’ Dbl D65 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150,000 (2) 2014 MacDon M155, c/w D65 30ft header, 450 hrs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $135,000 2005 New Holland HW325, windrower c/w 30’ draper & HS16 hay head . . . . $38,500 2003 MacDon 9352, 30’ DBL, 2800 hrs. . . . . . . . . . . .$42,800 Reduced to $38,000

$125,000 2012 John Deere 7130, MFWD, 2800 hrs, H380 ldr & Grapple

USED SPRAYERS 2011 NH SP365F, 1600 gal, 120’, Auto Steer, c/w 3 Year Power Train Warranty Limited Time Offer. . . . . . . . . . . SOLD $282,500 Reduced to $253,000 2008 NH SF216, suspended 1600 gal, 100ft. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $24,500 NH S1070, suspended boom, 134ft, 1600 gal, height control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $32,500

$225,000 2012 New Holland T8.330 MFWD, 915 hrs, pwr shift, 3pth, MINT

USED FORAGE & HAYING 2000 Hesston 4910, 4X4 square baler 30,000 bales. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $35,000 2011 NH BR7090, 9700 bales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $21,000 CIH DCX131, 13’ pull type disk mower conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $16,900 CIH RBX562, round baler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $23,500

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Buildings, fencing & land maintenance

Farm buildings are complex and costly, but built to last Old-fashioned barn raisings are pretty much gone — today you need a team of experts when building an equipment shed or barn

BY JEFF MELCHIOR AF contributor

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uilding a barn used to be relatively simple. Often, family members, and maybe a few neighbours, simply went out and did it.

Today, however, construction of a new farm building is an extremely complex — not to mention expensive — process.

Regulations, more sophisticated building techniques, and advanced technology have upped the cost and complexity, but you’re also getting a better building, say experts.

“We used to put roofing steel on with nails — now it’s all done with screws,” said Gary van Bolderen, president of Dutch Masters Design and Construction Services, a build/design firm based in Barrie, Ont. specializing in equine barns.

“That sounds really silly but it makes a huge difference. I know every roofing nail I put in, in the ’70s and ’80s will have popped out about a quarter of an inch because of the expansion of the wood underneath, while a screw gets tighter and tighter over time.”

Continual improvements in fasteners, coatings, and other seemingly minor technology, “all these things add up,” he said.

“I think I’m being honest when I say we’re building better buildings than we were back in the ’70s.

But I’m proud to say the buildings I built back then are still standing.”

New challenges

Over the past few decades a host of environmental and safety concerns have driven regulations demanding a more sophisticated approach to farm building. This in turn has forced a need for a greater number of specialized players in the building process.

“The building code in Ontario used to be 10 pages, maybe — now the National Farm Building Code is several thousand,” said Steven Adema, principal engineer with Tacoma Engineers in Guelph, Ont. “There are all these different parties involved.”

Every project Dutch Masters builds has to be tested by engineers for structural integrity and other factors, said van Bolderen.

“The environmental conservation community is involved — when you build a 20,000-squarefoot riding arena, the footprint you make there collects water,” he noted. “They want you to have a system that collects all that roof water and diverts it away from where it might cause erosion. If it goes down a hill you’ve got to put check dams in so you don’t get a gully carrying silt down into a stream.”

Setback distances also have to be considered.

“We need a certain distance between buildings when they’re a certain size so if there’s a fire it doesn’t jump over to the other

Big, and sometimes very big, is the new norm and that makes construction of farm buildings a much more intricate process. FILE PHOTO: LINDA MAENDEL one. It can take quite a while to get a building permit because you have to get an engineer for storm water management and an engineer for manure storage to sign off. Fire departments want access to the buildings. All that stuff wasn’t there years ago.”

New technology also requires specialization.

Van Bolderen points to the advanced automation in the dairy industry as an example of one that requires very specific knowledge of the latest technology and specific industry requirements.

“I’m considered a farm builder but I wouldn’t touch a dairy barn right now,” he said. “You have to select what you do and your expertise.”

All-in-one services

This complexity has driven a trend towards build/design firms that offer all-in-one, specialized services for farm builders. Van Bolderen counts his firm as one of them, noting it also co-ordinates a host of subtrades and professionals who specialize in equine buildings. They also ensure that all national, provincial and local regulations are met.

Employing a general contractor is worth the cost, he said.

“When it’s a huge investment like a new dairy or poultry barn, you don’t want to put this building up and it’s only 50 per cent efficient or you haven’t got the rightsize doors. It sounds really silly but stuff like that does happen if you don’t know your industry.”

“The building code in Ontario used to be 10 pages, maybe — now the National Farm Building Code is several thousand.”

Steven Adema

In spite of all the specialization going on at the ground level of most modern farm building projects, it’s still important for farmers to exercise critical thinking, especially when it comes to new technology. That mainly comes down to knowing your own operation and its needs and using that knowledge to develop a cost-benefit analysis, said van Bolderen.

“What you’ll find with solar power, for example, is that an engineer will give you an estimate of huge savings but it may not be based on the actual, practical use of your building,” he said.

“He may base his estimates on a system running eight hours a day, 365 days a year, and make the number look very attractive. But in actual practice you may only need that light or that heat for half that time and then the equation doesn’t look near as attractive.

What applies to one guy may not apply to another.”

Technology always changing

Many modern farm buildings, for lack of a better term, contain a lot of stuff. A lot of this technology is installed with an eye towards automation to drive efficiency, said van Bolderen.

“I think our industry changes more than any other because there are new products coming out, new ways to handle manure, new ways to feed, automatic equipment — all this stuff for controlling the environment within a building,” he said.

“It’s a really competitive market out there for producers. The cost of grain goes up and down and they have to have the right drying systems and storage systems and they’re continually changing.”

From a design and engineering perspective, the relatively small scale of the farm building industry allows design/build firms the ability to adopt and adapt to new technologies swiftly.

“Once somebody finds something that works really well it spreads through the community fairly quickly. The industry is really connected internationally, so when something happens in Holland and it’s a good idea it spreads over here right away,” said van Bolderen.

Again, he points to the dairy industry, which has embraced automation.

“They can put 300 or 400 cows in there and can milk them and they got two guys working there. How do they do that? When I was growing up on a dairy farm we were milking 25 cows and it took three of us. They had to bring them in and lead them into the stall and feed them by hand.

“Now you take a cow and it’s got a reader around its neck that reads how much feed she needs, how much she milks, how much she weighs, when she’s due to be bred again, if there’s any disease or temperature.”

Software for designing buildings and testing new engineering concepts “has been huge,” he added.

“You can change the colour, the shape, the size, the location on the property — all on the computer,” he said. “I saw a gentleman working here doing some drawings of the inside of a building and I said, ‘I’d like a picture of that.’ He said, ‘Would you like the lights on or the lights off?’

“He could actually take that drawing and put the lights on or turn them off. That to me is unbelievable.”

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Buildings, fencing & land maintenance

Farm buildings getting bigger, but also stronger Diaphragm bracing has been key as farm buildings become larger and larger

BY JEFF MELCHIOR AF contributor

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ne comment Steven Adema often hears is that his company’s building designs are getting heavier. But the engineer with Tacoma Engineers in Guelph, Ontario argues that heaviness is not the culprit — the buildings are simply getting bigger in order to accommodate producer needs and government regulations.

“For comparison’s sake we pulled an old Beaver Lumber drive shed floor plan,” said Adema, principle engineer with Tacoma Engineers in Guelph, Ont. “It was about 40x60 feet with a 13-foot sidewall and a couple of 16-foot doors.

There’s not a combine out there now that will even fit through those doors. Of course the buildings are heavier — they’re way bigger.”

Today’s massive buildings have forced engineers to rethink some of their former practices. Building roofs as seen in the old Beaver Lumber plan were once commonly braced with a series of 45-degree knee braces that buffered lateral wind loads.

However, knee braces have largely been replaced by stronger, more efficient diaphragm bracing.

“Diaphragm bracing forms one big gusset, one big sheet of plywood, that’s 30 feet long by the slope of the wall,” said Gary van Bolderen, president of Dutch Masters Design and Construction Services in Barrie, Ontario. “When they fasten it the right way with the right products it eliminates

Today’s massive buildings have forced engineers to rethink some of their former practices.

Building roofs as seen in the old Beaver Lumber plan were once commonly braced with a series of 45-degree knee braces that buffered lateral wind loads.

a lot of the bracing in the building. In a lot of cases it’s more efficient to build and it’s stronger.”

The gist of diaphragm bracing, said Adema, is treating the roof itself as the primary bracing instrument.

“If you look at the load applied to a barn and see that that steel roofing is going to act as a big beam spanning horizontally with a certain capacity, you can use that steel to transfer that wind load or horizontal load to the end walls where you would put x-bracing to take that load down to the ground,” he said.

“You’ve eliminated the diagonal bracing inside the building by using other building elements which we didn’t really consider before to move that load to a different spot.”

Province taking wait-and-see approach to new farm building code Farm buildings are generally exempt from the provincial building code, but that’s likely to change in a few years

BY JEFF MELCHIOR AF contributor

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he growing complexity of farm buildings — not to mention the ongoing threat of fire — has attracted regulatory attention. However, Alberta does not have a specific farm building code nor has it adopted the federal National Farm Building Code.

The provincial government is waiting on the results of a new, planned federal code currently being discussed by code authorities before taking further action on farm building regulations.

“The National Research Council and Canadian Commission on Building and Fire Codes is developing an updated national farm building code that can be adopted by provinces and is separate from the building code,” said Tim Seefeldt, spokesperson for Alberta Municipal Affairs.

“In other words, a province would not have to adopt the updated farm building code if it adopted the National Building Code. This updated farm code is anticipated for sometime around 2020 or later.”

Once the updated code is ready, it will go out for reviews.

“Any consideration of adopting a national farm building code or farm building requirements for Alberta would require review by stakeholders including farm groups, safety experts, municipal

safety officials, industry, public representatives, post-secondary institutions, municipal associations, and the Safety Codes Council,” said Seefeldt.

Code offers farm exemption

The Alberta Building Code, a general code applying to all buildings, offers an exemption for most farm buildings, which are defined as having low human occupancy and used for the housing of livestock or the storage or maintenance of equipment, materials, or produce. The building must be associated directly and only with the farm on which it is located in order to qualify for the exemption.

The exemption does not apply to farm buildings used for secondary processing, such as sales facilities for produce or those used to store, sell or repair equipment for other farmers. It also does not apply if the building cannot be classed as having low human occupancy.

“Alberta’s safety code system exists to help ensure Albertans are safe in their homes and communities and relies on a collaborative approach involving extensive stakeholder input to provide the most effective and appropriate safety code system,” said Seefeldt.

Manitoba code rolled back

In recent years Manitoba has been proactive in developing a farm building code to augment

the national building code. However, recent moves by the new Progressive Conservative government have sought to scale it back in order to decrease producer expenses and minimize “red tape.” Some of these changes include the curtailing of requirements for fire stops and employee exits.

Introduced in 2010, the Manitoba Farm Building Code was developed in response to high economic losses from barn fires in recent years as well as insurance industry pressure. The new approach, which saw the code repealed and filed under the Manitoba Building Code, was the result of long-standing tension between producers and the province’s former NDP government.

“They were simply adding paperwork and bureaucracy into a system that’s already overloaded with paperwork and bureaucracy,” Mike Teillet, Manitoba Pork’s sustainable development manager, said in an interview earlier this year.

However, others feel the scaled-back requirements will place farm animals at greater risk, especially when it comes to fire.

“It looks like it’s more positive for reducing red tape, but I think it’s at the expense of safety for the animals that are in these barn settings,” said Aileen White, deputy CEO of the Winnipeg Humane Society.

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Community news and events from across the province

Downward goat anyone?

Goat yoga a Prairie creation Enthusiasts are flocking to a small Manitoba farm to do some mindful stretching with goats… and ducks, sheep, chickens and other animals

BY SHANNON VANRAES Staff/Anola, Man.

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ove over Vancouver and look out New York, there’s a hot twist to the popular fitness trend — goat yoga.

“It’s goat yoga, but it’s also more than that,” said Tara McKean, owner of 10 Acre Woods near Anola, a hamlet of about 200 people, a short drive east of Winnipeg. “It’s goat-farm yoga, because it’s all the animals that are out there, not just the goats.”

Participants grab a mat and head through two sets of gates before claiming a patch of ground atop a small hill. Then, just as the yoga instructor guides them into their first pose, the ark unloads its bounty.

“I’ll put down some initial ‘thanks for coming because I called you’ grain, and then they just hang out,” said McKean. “They walk in between them, the ones that can walk underneath them do, the ducks are even walking through them.

“Currently we have goats, sheep and an alpaca, ducks, geese, pigeons, a peacock, chickens, turkeys, two different kinds of pigs, rabbits, dogs… and I think that’s about it.”

But it’s the goats that are the stars of the show — jumping on and off of participants, exploring, smelling

One goat seeks a closeup, while another investigates Kendra O’Hearn during a yoga session at 10 Acre Woods in Anola.

A pygmy goat and duck own the farmyard during a yoga session at 10 Acre Woods in Anola. Photos: Shannon VanRaes and occasionally nibbling the odd shoelace.

“The babies are of course babies, so they chew on shoelaces and all that, but their attention span is about an hour — the animal’s, not the human’s — and then they will just kind of lie down on this person’s mat or that person’s mat,” she said.

“It’s truly really neat to see.”

For yoga instructor Christine Collett, the chance to lead goat yoga was too good an opportunity to pass up.

“A friend tagged me on Facebook, asking me if I’d ever want to teach yoga with goats and I laughed,

thinking that sounded pretty cool, like the best job ever, but also thinking it was in the States or somewhere else,” she said.

“Then I looked closer and I was like, wait a minute! I think this is in Canada!”

Six yoga instructors signed up to teach at the animal rescue and petting farm.

“You’re not the centre of attention with goat yoga, that’s for sure, it’s more about the animals,” said Collett. “People are more likely to be interacting with the animals than to be paying attention to the yoga.

“We have goats jumping on people’s backs, on their bums, roosters on people... I’ve had a goat fall asleep between my legs while I was in a pose. It’s random, but it happens often.”

But once the goats have a nibble and participants finish taking goat selfies, classes do begin to develop a calming rhythm everyone seems to enjoy.

“Even the animals feel it,” Collett said. “Usually when we start yoga it is really loud and then as soon as we get into the yoga flow even animals get quiet. It’s like everybody knows it’s calm time.”

Yoga classes are as much as about connecting with animals as they are about mindful stretching, said Mc-

The look on their faces says it all

Kean, who founded 10 Acre Woods two decades ago.

“I’m not a yoga person, but I mean I’ve always been a huge believer in animal therapy,” she said. “And to put it with a healthy, living aspect like the yoga, it just adds a whole other dimension. It is about the animals and animal therapy, but when you do yoga, you’re also getting into a meditative state, so now you are more open to the animal therapy.”

Whatever the draw, there has been no shortage of participants eager to add some goat to their downward dog. Andrew Bonden and Kendra O’Hearn drove out from Ontario for the day, just to see what the experience would be like.

“We came out from Kenora just because Kendra loves baby goats,” said Bonden, adding he’d been looking for something unusual and fun to try over a weekend. When asked if he would do it again, his answer was a resounding, “absolutely.”

McKean, or “head momma” as she is sometimes called, doesn’t see interest in goat yoga slowing down any time soon, adding even bachelorette groups have made inquiries in recent days.

“People like goats,” she said.

“People really like spending time with them.” shannon.vanraes@fbcpublishing.com

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Endura primers and topcoats. A one stop shop. Norm 306-272-4407, Foam Lake SK. MACK AUCTION COMPANY presents a Large Collector Car - RV - Vehicle Auction Sunday June 18, 2017 @ 12 Noon for Derrick Big Eagle and guest consigner’s. Directions from Carlyle, SK: 12 km East of Carlyle on Hwy 13. Open House Saturday Jun 17th to pre-register and view. Unbelievable collection of muscle cars and recreational vehicles. 1971 Plymouth Satellite Road Runner; 1970 Plymouth Valiant Duster, 1965 Ford Galaxie 500 XL; 1973 Plymouth Cuda; 1968 Chevrolet Camaro SS Coupe; 1970 Ford Mustang Fastback Boss 302 Tribute; 1968 Ford Mustang Coupe Survivor; 1965 Plymouth Valiant Barracuda Glassback; 2007 Ford Shelby GTH Mustang Convertible, 8700 mi.; 1991 Volare Street Legal NASCAR; 1951 Hudson Hornet; 1931 Essex Rat Rod; 1974 Chev Camaro Z-28 Street Legal Drag Car; 2006 Jim Nasi Custom Chopper; 2000 Harley Davidson Road King, 3300 mi.; 2014 Custom Chopper; 1967 Chev C-10 Step Side Resto-Mod truck; 1987 Jaguar XJS Coupe; 1964 Oldsmobile 98 Custom Sport; 1962 Ford Thunderbird 2-door; 2008 Cadillac CTS 4-door Sedan; 1973 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham 4-door car w/36,000 mi.; 1994 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible; 1975 Firebird TransAm; 1946 Dodge Custom 1 ton truck; 1995 Ford Mustang GT; 2001 Harley Davidson Deuce; 2004 Freightliner S/A Highway Tractor toy hauler; 2015 Polaris 800 Switchback ProX sled w/400 mi.; 2010 Ski-Doo TNT 500; 1998 21’ Larson 206SEI fish & ski boat; 2011 Rainbow Excursion 14’ dump trailer; 1995 Dodge 2500 12 valve Cummins truck w/flatbed; 2012 Arctic Cat 700 Prowler side by side w/931 mi.; 2013 Arctic Cat Wildcat side by side; 2006 Arctic Cat 650 side by side; 1975 Pontiac Grand Prix; 1997 Hurricane 34’ motor home; 2015 Canadian Hauler enclosed sled trailer; 1996 Cajun Tournament Edition bass boat; 2 - 2008 Arctic Cat 700 EFI 4x4 quad; 2008 Arctic Cat 700 EFI 4x4 quad; 2015 Polaris 800 Pro RMK; 2009 Arctic Cat M8 Snow Pro; Ski-Doo Elite 2 seater snow machine; 2006 Arctic Cat 400 4x4 quad; 6 - unused Road Rat Racer go karts; Camoplast T4S quad tracks; 2006 Ford F150 King Ranch truck; NASCAR/dirt track race car video simulator; Master Spas 4-person hot tub & Michael Phelps Signature Series swim spa; 1979 Dodge Power Wagon; 1980 Chev Camaro Z-28 w/no eng.; 1990 Chev 1500 reg cab; 1983 Ford Mustang; 1999 Ford F250 7.3 Powerstroke dsl.; 1987 Chev Custom Deluxe truck; 1995 Chev 1500 4WD Stepside truck; 1990 GMC 4WD Suburban; 1986 Chev 1500 reg cab 4WD truck; 1979 GMC 3 ton flat deck truck; 1975 GMC C-65 fire truck; 2002 Dodge 1500 4WD truck.

The following are parts cars: 1957 Chev 4 door; 1974 Trans Am Hobby Stock chassis; 1975 Trans Am chassis; 1973 & 1977 Camaro chassis; 1972 Satellite Sebring chassis; 1976 Chevelle Hobby Stock chassis; large selection of race car parts; 4 - used Shaw race car chassis; modified race engines 383-412 CID; Hoosier & American Racer 15” tires; race blocks & heads; MSD Hit our readers where it counts… in the clas- ignition boxes; 9” rear ends; race seats, sifieds. Place your ad in the Alberta Farmer springs & suspension parts; shopbuilt 30’ TA gooseneck flatdeck trailer; race pit tool Express classifed section. 1-800-665-1362. boxes; shopbuilt S/A utility trailer; S/A bumper pull horse trailer; Cytech 4-post car lift; Model DP-7 7000 lbs. lift; ADveRTiSiNg iNfORmATiON mobile Homak 2-pc. upright tool cabinet; Hot Rod Grills BBQ; Eagle upright air compressor; CIH 4690 4WD tractor; CIH 885 2WD tractor & CIH 2255 FEL; Vers. 500 4WD tractor; Husqvarna YTH 2448 lawn tractor; FarmKing 3PTH 6’ mower; Craftsman PT roto-tiller; UTV dozer blade; Remington 12 (2 weeks prior) gauge double barrel shotgun; Husqvarna Vapenfabrik double barrel shotgun; 2002 WINNIPEG OFFICE Dodge 3500 dually, Cummins dsl., 4WD Alberta Farmer Express truck; Remington 12 gauge double barrel 1666 Dublin Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3H 0H1 Toll-Free in Canada 1-800-665-1362 shotgun; Husqvarna Vapenabrik double FAX 204-954-1422 barrel shotgun; Remington 30-06 pump; Mailing Address: Winchester 300 magnum pump; Mosberg Box 9800, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 3K7 22 repeater bolt; Escort 12 guage pump; Squires 22 bolt; Parker Hale 30-06 bolt; CAUTION Steyr M-95 bolt; British 303 bolt; WinchesThe Alberta Farmer Express, while assuming no ter 1894 30-30 lever; Henry 22 repeater responsibility for advertisements appearing in its lever; Winchester 94 44-40 lever (centencolumns, exercises the greatest care in an endeavor nial gold plated - little big horn); Winchesto restrict advertising to wholly reliable firms or ter 94 30-30 lever; Remington express 20 individuals. However, please do not send money guage pump; Remington wing master 12 to a Manitoba Co-operator box number. Buyers are guage pump; .177 pellet gun. Plus much advised to request shipment C.O.D. when ordering more! For new items and cars everyday, from an unknown advertiser, thus minimizing the chance of fraud and eliminating the necessity of a visit www.mackauctioncompany.com Or refund where the goods have already been sold. join ‘Mack Auction Co.’ on Facebook. Call 306-421-2928 or 306-487-7815 for more information. PL #311962 AGREEMENT

MACK AUCTION CO. presents a large Equipment, Trucks, Vehicles & RV Auction, Saturday June 24th, 2017, 9:00AM at Estevan Motor Speedway in Estevan, SK. Consign Today! Live Internet Bidding at: www.bidspotter.com Up for bid: 1999 Champion 740A grader w/front dozer and rear rippers; 2005 NH LS 185 skid steer, 2210 hrs; 2003 Elgin Road Wizard street sweeper; 2015 GMC Sierra Denali 2500 dsl...., HD, 4WD, crew cab pickup, 38,600 kms; 2012 GMC Sierra 3500 regular cab, 4WD, gas w/service deck and Amco-Veba 805 picker; 2011 GMC Sierra 3500 regular cab, 4WD, diesel w/service deck and Amco-Veba 805-3S picker; 2011 Ford F550 regular cab, 4WD dsl., dually, w/service deck and Amco-Veba 805-3S picker; 2009 Ford F550 regular cab 4WD dsl., dually w/service deck and gin poles; 2009 GMC Sierra 1500 extended cab 4WD, 75,600 kms; 2008 Ford F350 regular cab 4WD, dsl., w/deck and Danco 805-3S picker; 2007 Dodge 4WD, dually, dsl., long box, auto. w/6.7 Cummins; 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 regular cab, dsl., 4WD w/service box and gin poles; 2006 GMC 3500 regular cab, 4WD, dsl. truck w/service deck and gin poles; 2006 Ford 150 4WD super cab pickup; 2005 Chev Express 2500 cargo van; 2001 GMC Sierra 4WD 1500 extended cab pickup w/350 eng., auto; 1998 Dodge 2500 dsl., 4WD 12 valve club cab truck, 5 spd manual ,long box; 1989 Grand Caravan mini van; 1993 Ford Ranger 2WD pickup, 66,326 kms; 2009 Ford 150 crew cab, 4WD; Rite-Way rock rake; 2004 Honda Fourtrax ES 350, 4WD quad, 3937 kms; 2008 Peterbilt PB340 tandem axle dsl. gravel truck, 6 spd. auto; 1988 GMC 3 ton oil truck, 5&2 trans., c/w oil tank with spray bar and wand; 1979 Ford F700 tandem tag axle grain truck, 429 engine; 2013 PJ tandem axle 30’ gooseneck flat deck trailer w/beaver tail and ramps; PJ triple axle gooseneck flat deck trailer w/beaver tail & ramps; M&R Machines tandem axle flatdeck trailer; 2011 Tarnel flat deck trailer, 7x13; 2011 Tarnel flat deck trailer, 6x11; 2010 PJ flat deck trailer, 5x10, with ramp; JD D and JD B antique tractors; 1952 GMC one ton truck w/B&H; 2012 Dixie Chopper 3674 zero turn dsl. mower; 2012 Dixie Chopper 2760 zero turn gas mower; 2003 Kubota F2560 front mount mower w/60” deck; MF 165 2WD tractor w/3PTH and FEL; MF 2135 2WD tractor w/3PTH; 2-1900 bu. hopper bottom grain bins; Cub Cadet HDS 2185 lawn tractor, 72 hrs; 2-Arrow C66 gas engines, 40 HP; Kongskilde grain vac.; Buhler Farm King 480 mobile seed cleaner w/16 screens, NH 971 24’ straight cut header, Suckup propane grain aeration dryer; Large assortment of shop tools; Plus so much more!!

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ALL ALUMINUM GRAIN TRAILERS: Tandems, tridems and Super B Timpte grain trailers. Call Maxim Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946 or www.Maximinc.Com

2009 MERRITT HOG trailer, 53’, 4 deck, new safety. 403-625-4658, Claresholm, AB

“DOUBLE YOUR BUSHELS”

NEW WILSON BUMPER PULL MODEL Desert Sales Inc. now stocks the Wilson Ranch Hand bumper pull. With over 15 years of sales and service, we will not be undersold. Bassano, AB., 1-888-641-4508. www.desertsales.ca

WITH BERG’S GRAIN PUPS

In sizes 20’ to 30’ in single, split and dual hopper configurations and finished with Berg’s quality lasting processes.

The front, hitch and hoppers are zinc coated and chipguarded for added protection.

24’ GOOSENECK 3-8,000 lb. axles, $7890; Bumper pull tandem lowboys: 18’, 16,000 lbs., $4750; 16’, 10,000 lbs., $3390; 16’, 7000 lbs., $2975, 8000 lb Skidsteer, $1990 Factory direct.

1-888-792-6283. www.monarchtrailers.com 21’ 676 WIRELINE van, aluminum floors, heater, generator, PTO, hyd. tank, $4995.

Stk# UV1099A. On Track Company Inc. 780-672-6868, Camrose, AB.

Berg’s Grain Body Berg’s Prep & Paint

550 George Ave. Winkler MB 204-325-5677 www.bergstrailers.com www.bergsprepandpaint.com

BEHNKE DROP DECK semi style and pintle hitch sprayer trailers. Air ride, tandem and tridems. Contact SK: 306-398-8000; AB: 403-350-0336.

24’ PINTLE HITCH flatdeck trailer, 3-7000 lbs. axles, $6000; 24’ gooseneck flatdeck trailer, 3-7000 lbs. axles, $6000.

306-962-3821, 306-463-7172, Eston, SK.

SPECIAL PURCHASE OF new and nearnew 2014-2015 Crosstrek XVs. Save up to $5000. Come in quickly!! 1-877-373-2662. www.subaruofsaskatoon.ca DL #914077.

ALLISON TRANSMISSION. Service, Sales and Parts. Exchange or rebuild. Call Allied Transmissions Calgary, 1-888-232-2203; 2016 SUBARU IMPREZA consumer reports Spectrum Industrial Automatics Ltd., as best small call starting at $23,360! Call for best price!! 1-877-373-2662 or Blackfalds, AB., call 1-877-321-7732. www.subaruofsaskatoon.ca DL #914077.

CHECK OUT OUR parts specials at: www.Maximinc.Com/parts or call Maxim Truck & Trailer toll free 1-888-986-2946.

WRECKING LATE MODEL TRUCKS: 1/2, 3/4, 1 tons, 4x4’s, vans, SUV’s. Cummins, ONLY 2 LEFT! 2015 AHV Lode-King alumiChev and Ford diesel motors. Jasper Auto num Super B hoppers, extra light pkg., round SS fenders, current safety, exc. tires Parts, 1-800-294-4784 or 1-800-294-0687.

11Rx22.5 w/alum wheels, exc. cond, no air lift or elec. tarps. 4 sets avail., $89,000 VS TRUCK WORKS Inc. Parting out GM each OBO. 1-866-236-4028, Calgary, AB. 1/2 and 1 ton trucks. Call 403-972-3879, Alsask, SK. www.vstruckworks.com NEW NEW 2018 tri-axle 45’, air ride, 78” Canadian made, $53,000 low price.

WRECKING TRUCKS: All makes all sides, models. Need parts? Call 306-821-0260 Buy now! Call 306-563-8765, Canora, SK. or email: junkman.2010@hotmail.com Wrecking Dodge, Chev, GMC, Ford and 2014 LODE-KING ENCLOSED alum. grain others. Lots of 4x4 stuff, 1/2 ton - 3 ton, trailers with lift axles. Call Basil Facca buses etc. and some cars. We ship by bus, 306-831-7026, Wiseton, SK. mail, Loomis, Purolator. Lloydminster, SK. PRAIRIE SANDBLASTING & PAINTING. SASKATOON TRUCK PARTS CENTRE Trailer overhauls and repairs, alum. slopes Ltd. North Corman Industrial Park. and trailer repairs, tarps, insurance claims, New and used parts available for 3 ton and trailer sales. Epoxy paint. Agriculture trucks all the way up to highway tractors, and commercial. Satisfaction guaranteed. for every make and model, no part too big 306-744-7930, Saltcoats, SK. or small. Our shop specializes in custom rebuilt differentials/transmissions and clutch installations. Engines are available, both gas and diesel. Re-sale units are on the lot ready to go. We buy wrecks for parts, and sell for wrecks! For more info. call 306-668-5675 or 1-800-667-3023. www.saskatoontruckparts.ca DL #914394

WRECKING VOLVO TRUCKS: Misc. axles and parts. Also tandem trailer suspension ONLINE TIMED AUCTION of Farm, In- axles. Call 306-539-4642, Regina, SK. dustrial Equipment, Vehicles & More!

Bidding Opens 12 PM, Thursday, June 1. SOUTHSIDE AUTO WRECKERS located Bidding Closes 12 PM, Monday, June 12. in Weyburn, SK. 306-842-2641. Used car On offer: 2012 JD 326D Skid Steer, shows parts, light truck to semi-truck parts. We 2625 hrs.; 1986 Spra-Coupe, Melroe 220, buy scrap iron and non-ferrous metals. shows 766.8 hrs.; 1993 Great Dane 28’ TA, Pup Spring ride barndoors w/Thermo King ONE OF SASK’s largest inventory of used Reefer Trailer; 2007 Suzuki C50 Boulevard heavy truck parts. 3 ton tandem diesel moMotorcycle, shows 13,111 kms.; 2004 Ford tors and transmissions and differentials for F550 dsl. 2WD auto/OD, AM/FM/CD, PW, all makes! Can-Am Truck Export Ltd., PDL, 12’ deck, SK plated, runs and drives 1-800-938-3323. good. Items coming in daily! Deadline to consign June 1st. To Consign, call Brad TRUCK BONEYARD INC. Specializing in 306-551-9411. Visit www.2sauctioneers.ca obsolete parts, all makes. Trucks bought for more info. PL #333133 for wrecking. 306-771-2295, Balgonie, SK. Stretch your advertising dollars! Place an ad WRECKING SEMI-TRUCKS, lots of parts. in the classifieds. Our friendly staff is waiting Call Yellowhead Traders. 306-896-2882, for your call. 1-800-665-1362.

Churchbridge, SK.

2017 BIG TEX trailer goosenecks: 25’, 30’ and 33’ with mega ramps, 23,900 lbs.

GVWR. Start price, $12,995, incl. free spare. Jason’s Agri-Motive, Lafleche, SK., 306-472-3159. www.jasonsagri-motive.ca

CM TRUCK BEDS. Starting at $2895. Call Jason’s Agri-Motive, 306-472-3159 or visit us at: www.jasonsagri-motive.ca PRECISION TRAILERS: Gooseneck and bumper hitch. You’ve seen the rest, now own the best. Hoffart Services, Odessa, SK. 306-957-2033 www.precisiontrailers.ca ALL ALUMINUM TRAILERS: tridems and Super B Timpte grain trailers. Call Maxim Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946 or see www.Maximinc.Com

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2010 PETERBILT 455 Cummins, 18 spd, 40 rears, super high rise bunk, 900,000 kms, $26,000 OBO. 780-983-0936, Clyde, AB.

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OVER 200 TRAILERS IN STOCK

Flat decks & Deck overs, Dumps, Car hauler, Enclosed Trailers and much more!!

2013 MACK CHU613, auto. trans., heavy rear end, 505 HP, c/w 2015 Etnyre Black Hawk equipment trailer, 10’W, tridem lift axles, alum. wheels, pullouts. Great for Farm Dealership. Sell as unit or separately.

Call 780-720-4304, Willingdon, AB. SANDBLASTING AND PAINTING of heavy trucks, trailers and equipment. Please call for details. Can-Am Truck Export Ltd., 1-800-938-3323, Delisle, SK.

Ermineskin Cree Nation (on reserve) lands consists of 16,500 acres of cultivated chernozemic (black soil) and 3,500 acres (off reserve) non-cultivated forest and pasture located within the County of Wetaskiwin (the “Lands”). The Lands are valued in excess of $60 million.

The mandate of NGCI is to achieve self-sufficiency and sustainability through longterm investments and business development. NGCI’s mission is to promote and maintain viable and profitable businesses and investments that create employment and enhance human capacity.

Scope of Work FINANCING AND LEASING AVAILABLE 3760 - 48 Ave. Camrose

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2005 TO 2007 Western Star 4900’s, Cat C15 18 spd., 46’s w/full lockers low kms.

Call for pricing! Can-Am Truck Export Ltd., 1-800-938-3323, Delisle, SK. 2010 PETERBILT 388, safety up to date, TNT 4” pump, newer tires, new engine (2015 install), new trans and clutch (2016 install), $65,000. 306-228-3251, Unity, SK. SLEEPERS AND DAY CABS. New and used. Huge inventory across Western Canada at www.Maximinc.Com or call Maxim Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946.

1997 CHEV 1500, 3 door, 4x4, runs good, some rust, 465,000 kms, asking $3495 2002 PETERBILT SINGLE AXLE, van body OBO. Gary 306-823-4493, Neilburg, SK. with power end gate, $8500 OBO. Call 1974 FORD 3/4 ton Supercab w/rebuilt Randy 780-983-0936, Clyde, AB. 460 auto. New doors, sectional box panels, 1999 FREIGHTLINER FL60, Mercedes Allicab corners, & brakes. Good tires, partially son auto., crew cab, ex-Vancouver Emerrestored. 780-875-3548, Lloydminster, AB. gency Response Unit, 104,000 kms, 6800 hrs, $14,000 OBO. 780-983-0936, Clyde AB

The proposed engagement may include, without limitation, the production of oilseed, grain, forage and pulse crops; grow vegetable and greenhouse crops and establish dairy, beef, hog, poultry, sheep herds or other agricultural products (the “Work”).

All other terms relating to the performance of the Work, payment, profit sharing, the amount of the Lands to be cultivated, the exact nature of the Work is to be negotiated.

Responding to the Request for Interest: Those who have interest in performing the Work should contact NGCI to express interest.

NGCI will provide further information relating to the Lands upon request.

Please address any inquiries in writing to

Mr. Sam Minde, President & CEO of NGCI, E-mail: sam@ngcinc.ca no later than June 30, 2017.

Please Note: This request for interest is not intended to create contractual relations of any kind and is a request only for interested parties to provide further information and to solicit expressions of interest in performing the Work. NGCI shall not be responsible of any costs or expenses incurred by interest parties in responding to this request for interest.

2012 INTERNATIONAL TERRASTAR, 96,016 miles, Hiab 3350 kg crane, MaxxWANTED: 1987-1996 FORD F-150 auto- force 7 (300 HP), 5 spd auto, flatdeck, 5th matic 4x4 gas truck in good running condi- wheel, 4x2, diff. lock, $38,800. tion. Call 403-318-8135, Delburne, AB. 1-800-667-4515 www.combineworld.com 2013 F150 KING RANCH, 76,000 kms, DECKS, DRY VANS, reefers and storage 4x4 Eco-Boost, loaded, mint cond., factory trailers at: www.Maximinc.Com or call www.windandweathershelters.com powertrain warranty til Sept./18, All taxes Maxim Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946.

COMMERCIAL GRADE Wind and weather pd, $35,900. 306-837-2374, Loon Lake, SK shelter buildings available in widths from 20’ to 90’. Prices starting at $2495. If you have bought an auction building and need SPECIAL PURCHASE OF new and near- to upgrade to more durable material or 2007 MACK, 10 speed Eaton auto., new new 2014-2015 Crosstrek XVs. Save up to parts we can help. Located in Yorkton.

20’ CIM B&H, 380,000 kms., fresh Sask. $5000. Come in quickly!! 1-877-373-2662. Contact Paul at 306-641-5464 or Ladimer safeties. Call 306-270-6399, Saskatoon, www.subaruofsaskatoon.ca DL #914077.

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2016 SUBARU FORESTER name top pick REMOTE CONTROL ENDGATE AND for 2016. Starting from $29,360. Great se- Round up the cash! Advertise your unwanted hoist systems can save you time, energy lection to choose from!! 1-877-373-2662, equipment in the Alberta Farmer Express classifieds. and keep you safe this seeding season. www.subaruofsaskatoon.ca DL #914077.

Give Kramble Industries a call at 2009 FORD EXPLORER LTD, V8, AWD, 306-933-2655, Saskatoon, SK. or visit us loaded, 4 leather buckets, new winter online at: www.kramble.net tires, very good condition, 219,000 kms.

SAND AND GRAVEL BUSINESS: Close to 10+ TANDEMS: Standards & Automatics, Photos. 306-843-2934, Wilkie, SK. Regina (on primary), very good pit lease, $46,000 and up. Yellowhead Sales, new cone crusher and 3-deck screener, 306-783-2899, Yorkton, SK. lots of newer equipment, trucks, genset, AUTOSHIFT TRUCKS AVAILABLE: Boxed SPECIAL PURCHASE OF new and near inventory. Customer base and over tandems and tractor units. Contact David new 2014-2015 Crosstrek XVs. Save up to $1,000,000 gross 2016, $1,750,000.

306-887-2094, 306-864-7055, Kinistino, $5000. Come in quickly!! 1-877-373-2662. 306-536-5055, norm@skynorth.com www.subaruofsaskatoon.ca DL #914077.

SK. DL #327784. www.davidstrucks.com 2009 MACK CH613, MP8 Mack eng., 430 HP, 10 spd., AutoShift, 463,000 kms, exc. shape, new 20’ box, A/T/C, $73,500; 2009 IH Transtar 8600 w/Cummins eng.

10 spd., AutoShift, new 20’ BH&T, 742,000 kms, exc. tires, real good shape, $69,500; 2007 IH 9200, ISX Cummins, 430 HP, AutoShift, alum. wheels, new 20’ BH&R, fully loaded, 1,000,000 kms, real nice, $67,500; 2009 Mack CH613, 430 HP Mack, 10 spd., AutoShift, new 20’ BA&T, alum. wheels, 1.4 million kms, has bearing roll done, nice shape, $69,500; 2007 Kenworth T600, C13 Cat, 425 HP, 13 spd., AutoShift, new 20’ BH&T, alum. wheels, new paint, 1.0 million kms, exc. truck, $71,500; 1996 Midland 24’ tandem pup grain trailer, stiff pole, completely rebuilt, new paint and brakes, exc. shape, $18,500; 1999 IH 4700 S/A w/17’ steel flatdeck, 230,000 kms, IH dsl., 10 spd., good tires, $19,500; 1998 Freightliner tractor, C60 Detroit, 430 HP, 13 spd., alum. wheels, sleeper, good rubber, $17,500; 2005 IH 9200 tractor, ISX Cummins, 430 HP, 13 spd., alum wheels, flattop sleeper, good rubber, $22,500. All trucks SK safetied. Trades considered. All reasonable offers considered. Arborfield SK. DL 906768. Call Merv 306-276-7518 res., 306-767-2616 cell .

CAN-AM TRUCK EXPORT LTD., Delisle, SK. 1-800-938-3323. 26 tandem endump, new safety, $18,000; 2006 Western Star C15 Cat, 18-46, 36” flat-top, low kms, new safety, $50,000; 1998 Timpte convertible grain trailer, 48’, tandem, air ride, $20,000; 2009 Western Star CC 60 Detroit, 18 fronts, 46 rears, 4-way locks, 460,000 kms, $60,000; 2012 Western Star DD15 Detroit 18 spd., 40 rears, w/4-way lock, APU unit, $60,000; 2007 IHC 4400, DT466, 6 spd., air ride, w/24’ van, 325,000 kms, $16,000; 400 KW to 800 KW gensets, low hours; 2002 Pete 320, 3126 Cat, auto w/side load garbage unit, $30,000; 2008 Kenworth 800 daycab, C15 Cat, 18 spd., 46 rears, 4-way locks, 700,000 kms, $68,000; 2003 Freightliner Columbia, Detroit 60 Series, 13 spd., 40 rears, $23,000; 2001 Freightliner FL80, Cat 3126, auto, 15’ Midland, $38,000; 2003 Pete 379, 6NZ Cat, 6100 hrs. since overhaul, 18- 46,000 full locks, 48” sleeper, $48,000; Gensets available.

Financing available, OAC. www.can-amtruck.com DL #910420.

SLEEPERS AND DAY CABS. New and used. Huge inventory across Western Canada at www.Maximinc.Com or call Maxim Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946.

CAB AND CHASSIS: 2010 Chev 3500 1 ton dually, will take 10’-12’ deck, 6L gas, DECKS, DRY VANS, reefers and storage 195,000 kms., fresh Sask. safety, $8900; trailers at: www.Maximinc.Com or call Call K&L Equipment, 306-795-7779, Itu- Maxim Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946. na, SK. DL #910885. ladimer@sasktel.net ALLISON AUTOMATIC TRUCKS: Several trucks with auto. trans. available with C&C or grain or gravel box. Starting at $19,900; 2002 IH 4400 DT466, Allison auto., 20’ B&H, $56,900. Call K&L Equipment, 306-795-7779, Ituna, SK. DL #910885. STRONG 5 FRAME NUCS, $225; Also good local queens available starting June ladimer@sasktel.net 15th, $30 CDN. Call John 306-221-4569, TANDEM AXLE GRAIN trucks in inventory. Saskatoon, SK. New and used, large inventory across Western Canada at www.Maximinc.Com or call Maxim Truck & Trailer 1-888-986-2946

ATTENTION GRAVEL HAULERS: 6 tandems in stock, 1998-2007; 2013 Cancade tri-axle end dump; Tri-axle 18’ dump. Yellowhead Sales, 306-783-2899, Yorkton, SK 2012 IHC TRANSTAR, low pro, Max 300 HP diesel, Allison auto. trans., single axle, loaded cab, 13’ Armstrong landscape dump, $39,900; 2010 CHEV 1 ton dump truck w/10’ gravel dump, $14,900. K&L Equipment and Auto. Call Ladimer, 306-795-7779, Ituna SK. DL #910885.

ROUGH LUMBER: 2x6, 2x8, 2x10, 1” boards, windbreak slabs, 4x4, 6x6, 8x8, all in stock. Custom sizes and log siding on order. Call V&R Sawing 306-232-5488, Rosthern, SK.

CONTINUOUS METAL ROOFING, no exposed screws to leak or metal overlaps.

Ideal for lower slope roofs, rinks, churches, pig barns, commercial, arch rib buildand residential roofing; also available TANDEM AXLE GRAVEL trucks in invento- ing ry. New and used, large inventory across in Snap Lock. 306-435-8008, Wapella, SK. Western Canada at www.Maximinc.Com or call Maxim Truck & Trailer 1-888-986-2946

2013 PETERBILT 367 picker truck, 208,822 kms., 5277 hrs., Stk # UV1107 $123,985. On Track Company Inc. 780-672-6868, Camrose, AB 2006 WESTERN STAR, Series 60 Detroit, 18 spd., 46 rears, 450,000 kms, $7,000 w/o, fresh CVIP. 780-983-0936, Clyde, AB. 2001 PETERBILT 378 Tandem, 18 spd., Eaton 46 rears, alum. front bumper, 478,000 kms, $30,000 OBO. 780-983-0936, Clyde.

COVER-ALL 40x60’ TRUSS arch shelter, dismantled. Offers. Phone 306-563-6022, Canora, SK.

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740 CHAMPION GRADER, 1984, 8.3 Cummins eng., snow wing, ready to work. $26,000. Call 306-563-8765, Canora, SK.

Neyaskweyak Group of Companies Inc. (“NGCI”), on behalf of the Ermineskin Cree Nation, seeks an experienced partner or group of partners to take over existing farming leases, amalgamate our lands and develop Ermineskin Cree Nation’s land to its best and highest use.

FARM/CORPORATE PROJECTS. Call A.L. Management Group for all your borrowing and lease requirements. 306-790-2020, Regina, SK.

2012 DOOSAN COMPRESSOR C185WKUB-T41, 185 CFM, 225 hours, trailer mount, Kubota 2.4L, $19,800.

1-800-667-4515. www.combineworld.com

CAT 980C LOG grapple fork, bucket, new tires; Case 2870, Degelman dozer 4x4; 1988 C65 with factory 22’ flatdeck.

306-236-8023, Goodsoil, SK.

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Vandenberg Hay Farms Ltd., Nobleford AB. Email: logistics@vandenberghay.ca EQUIPMENT TOWING/ HAULING. Reasonable rates. Contact G H Wells Services and Trucking, 306-741-9059, Morse, SK.

2005 LINK-BELT 290 hoe; D7G PS dozer ripper, $56,500; Smooth drum packer w/Detroit eng. 306-236-8023, Goodsoil SK HYDRAULIC SCRAPERS: LEVER 60, 70, 80, and 435, 4 to 30 yd. available. Rebuilt for years of trouble-free service. Lever Holdings Inc. 306-682-3332 Muenster, SK.

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REGULATION DUGOUTS: 120x60x14’, $2000; 160x60x14’, $2950; 180x60x14’, $3450; 200x60x14’, $3950; Larger sizes available. Travel incl. in Sask. Gov’t grants HYDRAULIC PULL SCRAPERS 10 to 25 yds., exc. cond.; Loader and scraper tires, available. 306-222-8054, Saskatoon, SK. custom conversions available. Looking for MULCHING- TREES, BRUSH, Stumps. Cat cable scrapers. Quick Drain Sales Ltd., Call today 306-933-2950. Visit us at: 306-231-7318, 306-682-4520 Muenster SK www.maverickconstruction.ca ROAD GRADERS CONVERTED to pull behind large 4 WD tractors, 14’ and 16’ BRUSH MULCHING. The fast, effective blade widths avail. 306-682-3367, CWK way to clear land. Four season service, Ent. Humboldt, SK. www.cwenterprises.ca competitive rates, 275 HP unit, also avail. trackhoe with thumb, multiple bucket at- 2008 JD WHEEL LOADER 304J, 4542 tachments. Bury rock and brush piles and hrs., JD 5030T, 73 HP, 2 spd. hydrostatic, fence line clearing. Borysiuk Contracting exc. condition, $64,800. 1-800-667-4515 Inc., www.bcisk.ca Prince Albert, SK., www.combineworld.com 306-960-3804.

2001 INGERSOLL-RAND SD70F padfoot LAND CLEARING. Rock picking and dig- vibratory packer, 2902 hrs., 3.9L Cummins ging, stone piles, brushing, fencing, demo- 95 HP, 66” drum, Goodyear 14.9x24 tires, lition. 306-291-9658, Vanscoy, SK. fresh service, operates well, $32,800.

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Gord, 780-913-7353. landmaster.ca 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 RECLAMATION CONTRACTORS: Bigham most skidsteers, $4995. 72” & 80” also in 3 and 4 leg mechanical trip 3 pt. hitch stock. Agrimex, 306-331-7443, Dysart, SK. Paratills in stock; parts for Bigham and Tye Or 306-529-8043, Regina, SK. Paratills. Call Kelloughs: 1-888-500-2646.

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USED, REBUILT or NEW engines. Specializing in Cummins, have all makes, large inventory of parts, re-powering is our specialty. 1-877-557-3797, Ponoka, AB. 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. 290 CUMMINS, 350 Detroit, 671 Detroit, Series 60 cores. 306-539-4642, Regina, SK WANTED DIESEL CORES: ISX and N14 Cummins, C15 Cats, Detroits Ddec 3, 4, DD15. Can-Am Truck 1-800-938-3323.

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FARM AND INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICAL motor sales, service and parts. Also sale of, and repairs to, all makes and sizes of pumps and phase converters, etc. Tisdale Motor Rewinding 1984 Ltd., 306-873-2881, fax 306-873-4788, 1005A111th Ave., Tisdale, SK. tmr@sasktel.net Website: www.tismtrrewind.com

ISX871 CUMMINS ENGINE, CPL 2733, 485 HP, good running,, sold with 90 day major castings warranty $15,985. On Track Company Inc. 780-672-6868, Camrose, AB C15 INDUSTRIAL D8T engine, ESN: TXL03831, ARR: 4172605, very low hrs, with 1 year warranty, $29,885. On Track Company Inc. 780-672-6868, Camrose, AB C7 INDUSTRIAL CAT engine fits 950 loader, factory rebuild. Sold with warranty, $21,885 exchange. On Track Company Inc. at 780-672-6868, Camrose, AB.

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INSULATED FARM SHOP packages or built on site, for early booking call 1-800-667-4990 or visit our website: www.warmanhomecentre.com WOOD POST BUILDING packages or built on site. For early booking call 1-800-667-4990 or visit our website: www.warmanhomecentre.com 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. 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.

BOOK NOW, TAKE DELIVERY, DON’T PAY UNTIL NOVEMBER, 2017. Top quality MERIDIAN bins. Price includes: skid, ladders to ground, manhole, set-up and delivery within set radius. Meridian Hopper Combo SPECIAL: 5000 bu., $14,400. We manufacture superior quality hoppers and steel floors for all makes and sizes. Know what you are investing in. Call and find out why our product quality and price well exceeds the competition. We also stock replacement lids for all makes & models of bins. Leasing available. Hoffart Services Inc, 306-957-2033, Odessa, SK.

SUMMER SPECIAL: All aviation, commercial and farm, post & stud frame buildings on sale! Standard and custom sizes available. Door options include bi-fold, overhead and sliders. Book early to receive free delivery!! Call 306-220-2749, Hague, GRAIN BIN INSTALLATION. Large diameSK., www.newtechconstruction.ca ter bin setup, concrete, repairs. Quadra Development Corp., 1-800-249-2708.

20’ AND 40’ SEA CONTAINERS, for sale BATCO CONVEYORS, new and used, NEVER CLIMB A BIN AGAIN! Full-bin Suin Calgary, AB. Phone 403-226-1722, grain augers and SP kits. Delivery and per Sensor, reliable hardwired with 2 year 1-866-517-8335. www.magnatesteel.com leasing available. 1-866-746-2666. warranty; Magnetic Camera Package - One man positioning of auger (even at night); BUILD YOUR OWN conveyors, 6”, 7”, 8” Hopper Dropper - Unload your hopper bins BOND SEA CONTAINERS. New, used and and 10” end units available; Transfer conwithout any mess; Wireless Magnetic LED modified sea containers. All sizes avail.

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BROCK (BUTLER) GRAIN BIN PARTS and accessories available at Rosler Construction. 306-933-0033, Saskatoon, SK.

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2- 3300 BU., 2- 2000 bu., 3- 1650 bu. bins, $1/bu. Will sell separate. Floors fairly good. Gary 306-823-4493, Neilburg, SK.

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USED AUGERS: 8x41 Wheatheart, loaded, $7995; 2013 R10x41 Wheatheart, loaded, $9995; 2014 TL12-39, loaded, $14,995; 2014 SLMD 12-79 w/electric mover and lift, $16,995. All in excellent condition.

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IHC 6400 54’ chisel plow, 12” spacing, new NH3, boots and openers, new hoses, new walking beam shafts, $33,000. Nipawin, SK. 306-862-7138 or 306-862-5993.

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SLMD 10-72 cash $13,000; SLMD 12-79, $23,750; SLMD 12-85, $25,000.

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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.

CUSTOM BUILT HOPPER BOTTOMS for all bins, large and small. Magnum Fabricating, 306-662-2198, Maple Creek, SK. www.magnumfabricating.com

FLOATERS: 2 - 2014 New Leader L4000’s, 14’, w/spin spreaders, on IHC Navistar truck chassis, only 39,850 kms, 295 cu. ft. box with tarp, AutoSteer, exc. condition, choice, $219,000. Agriterra Equipment, High River, AB. 403-652-2414.

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2011 4520 1-bin, 70’ booms, $138,000; Special: 2010 Case 3520, 3-bin, 3 wheeler, $93,000; 2010 Case 4520, 1bin, 70’ booms, 1920 hrs., AutoSteer, $138,000; 2006 Case 4510, AutoSteer, FlexAir 70’ booms, 7400 hrs., $77,000; 2005 Case 4520 w/70’ FlexAir, 4000 hrs., $78,000; 2004 Case 4010, 80’ SPRAYER, 7000 hrs., $58,000; 2- 2004 Loral AirMax 1000s, 70’ booms, immaculate, $76,000 and $62,000; 2006 2-bin AgChem, 70’ booms, $58,000; 2004 KBH Semi tender, self-contained, $32,500; 2009 and 2012 Merritt semi belt tender, self-contained, $33,500 and $44,000; 24 ton Wilmar tender beds, $18,500 each; 2010 Wilmar Wrangler 4560, loader, 1600 hrs., $25,500; 2009 Wrangler, 2400 hrs., $23,500; 18,000 gal. NH3 holding tank, $34,500. All USD prices. 406-576-3402, 406-466-5356, Choteau, MT. Visit online: www.fertilizerequipment.net

20’ AND 40’ CONTAINERS for sale: REMOTE CONTROL SWING AUGER Good, useable condition, ready to go! movers, trailer chute openers, endgate 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com and hoist systems, wireless full bin alarms, swing belt movers, wireless TractorCams, motorized utility carts. All shipped directly to you. Safety, convenience, reliability.

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PRICE TO CLEAR: Loaded 2016 HHD8-46 TL10-39; SLMD 12-72 and SLMD 12-95.

Used Augers: 2012 SLMD 12-72 w/winch and swing mover; Brandt 10x60 S/A: Wheatheart 8x51’ c/w mover. Also dealer for Convey-All Conveyors. Leasing avail!

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1999 JD 4800, 3100 hrs., 90’, 2 sets of tires, Outback steering, Raven AutoBoom, $97,000. Nelson Motors and Equipment, 1-888-508-4406, www.nelsonmotors.com

2009 SEED HAWK 66-12 66’, 12” sp., single knife, pneum. pkrs, 30.8 rear tires, Stk: 021475, $205,000. 888-905-7010, Prince Albert, SK. www.redheadequipment.ca

AGRA PARTS PLUS, parting older tractors, tillage, seeding, haying, along w/other Ag equipment. 3 miles NW of Battle2006 9660 WTS, 914 PU, duals, 2300/ ford, SK. off #16 Hwy. Ph: 306-445-6769.

1550 hrs., $132,500. A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK. LOEFFELHOLZ TRACTOR AND COMBINE Salvage, Cudworth, SK., 306-256-7107.

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2012 JD 4940 1814 hrs, 120’, 710/70R42, 20” nozzle spac, 620/70R46 float, JDLink, hyd boom fold, $267,100. South Country Equipment, 306-842-4686, Weyburn, SK

2010 SEEDMASTER 72-12 72’, 12” space, JD 1910 air cart, 3-tank metering, Stk: 020958, $132,000. 1-888-905-7010, Swift Current, SK. www.redheadequipment.ca

2009 JD 4830 2044 hrs, 100’, 600/65R38 floaters, 20”nozzle spac, section control, AutoTrac, $212,700. South Country Equipment, 306-642-3366, Assiniboia, SK.

2009 SEED HAWK 72-12 72’, 12” sp., twin wing, pneum. packers, 600 TBT cart, stk: 021477, $205,000. 888-905-7010, Prince Albert, SK. www.redheadequipment.ca

2014 JOHN DEERE 9560RT 1145 hrs., JDLink, deluxe cab, GreenStar AutoTrac, $439,800. South Country Equipment, 306-746-2110, Raymore, SK.

2015 SEED HAWK 84-12 84’ 12” spacing, steel seed and fertilizer knives, Stk: 022334, $352,000. 1-888-905-7010, Saskatoon, SK. www.redheadequipment.ca

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2008 KRONE BP1290 large sq. baler, 3x4 bales, equipped with Harvest Tec monitor, baled 23,000 bales, exc. cond., always shedded, 306-648-7540, Gravelbourg, SK.

is YOUR 2007 CASE/IH 7010, dual wheels, w/2016 header, $170,000. Call A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment, 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK. 2000 CASE/IH 2388 w/1015 header, $65,000; 2004 2388 w/2015 PU header, $115,000; 2006 2388 w/2015 PU header, $130,000. A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment, 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK.

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RIGID and flex, most makes and sizes; also header transports. Ed Lorenz, 306-344-4811, Paradise Hill, SK. or website: www.straightcutheaders.com 2- IDENTICAL 2015 S670 JD combines, very clean, always shedded, 2 yrs warranty DUALS AND TRACKS Combine World has left. ContourMaster, fore/aft, tilt feeder dual and track solutions for a multitude of house, power fold hopper top, 514 sep. agriculture equipment! Call us now! hrs., 8095 acres, full StarFire GPS 2630 1-800-667-4515. www.combineworld.com monitor with mapping, 22.5’ unloading augers, Greenlight service on both combines, 635F straight cut headers, 615P pickup headers, $370,000 each. Headers not incl.

Call 306-741-3449, Swift Current, SK. PUMPS, PRESSURE WASHERS, Honda/Koshin pumps, 1-1/2” to 4”, Landa pressure JOHN DEERE 7721 Pull Type, 212 PU, washers, steam washers, parts washers. open to reasonable offers. 306-867-6511, M&M Equip. Ltd. Parts & Service, Regina, SK. 306-543-8377, fax 306-543-2111.

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2015 JOHN DEERE 9570R 1038 hrs., JDlink, 800/70R38, 6 remote cyl, Hi-flow hyds., $508,600. South Country Equipment, 306-842-4686, Weyburn, SK.

2006 BOURGAULT 5710 40’ 9.8” spacing, steel packers, 6200 Stk: 020500, Cart $60,000. www.redheadequipment.ca or 1-888-905-7010, Swift Current, SK.

G.S. TRACTOR SALVAGE, JD tractors 2008 CIH 4420, 2269 hrs, 100’, 20” noz- 2012 BOURGAULT 3320 QDA 66’, 10” sp., zle spacing, AutoBoom, AIM Command, only. Call 306-497-3535, Blaine Lake, SK. Auto-Steer, $140,500. South Country c/w L6550 tank, MRB, NH3 kit, duals Stk: 02317, $295,000. Call 1-888-905-7010, Equipment, 306-424-2212, Mossbank, SK. Saskatoon, SK. www.redheadequipment.ca 2015 JOHN DEERE R4038D, 1072 hrs., Raven AutoBoom, AutoTrac, 100’, 710 MELROE 36’ DISC DRILLS w/carrier; Morfloaters, JDLink, $366,800. South Country ris 36’ and 48’ rod weeder; JD HD 32’ cult.

306-283-4747, 306-291-9395, Langham.

Equipment, 306-721-5050, Regina, SK. 2014 NH SP240F 120’, 1200 gal. SS tank, 2015 JD R4045, 120’, 1037 hrs, 20” spac- 2008 SEEDMASTER SXL 2100 50’, 12”, 300 IntelliView IV , AccuBoom, AutoBoom, Stk ing, AutoTrac, section control, 710/70R42 bu. seed, 2100 gallon fert. all on-board.

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1-888-905-7010, floaters, $446,300. South Country Equip- Smart Hitch, 4 cameras, 1 owner $100,000 Must sell. Call 306-591-1133, Pense, SK. ment, 306-842-4686, Weyburn, SK. Lloydminster. www.redheadequipment.ca FLEXI-COIL 65-80’ boom, hyd. pump (2 yrs.), 800 gal. tank, mix tank, foam marker, w/extra hyd. pump, $3200. Call 306-748-2847, 306-730-6323, Neudorf SK.

2015 JOHN DEERE R4038, 1108 hrs., Raven AutoBoom, AutoTrac, 100’, 710 floaters, JDLink, $356,800. South Country Equipment, 306-721-5050, Regina, SK.

2013 JOHN DEERE 4940, 469 hrs., 120’, AutoTrac, 710/70R42, high flow solution pump, 20” spacing, $307,800. South Coun2014 NH SP275R, 100 hrs., 1200 gal. SS try Equipment, 306-721-5050, Regina, SK. tank, 100’ boom, 2 sets tires, all options, $250,000. Dave 403-556-3992, Olds, AB. 2013 JOHN DEERE 4940, 1184 hrs., 120’, AutoTrac, 710 Michelin floaters, 20” spacing, $332,400. South Country Equipment, 306-354-2411, Mossbank, SK. 2013 APACHE 1020, 470 hrs., duals, 100’, 1000 gal. tank, AutoSteer, AutoBoom, Auto Section. Meticulous one owner unit, $220,000 OBO. 306-591-1133, Pense, SK. SPRA-COUPE 3630, 60’, 400 gal. tank, GPS, 2260 hrs., shedded, $25,000 OBO. 306-486-4411, Frobisher, SK. 2013 NH GUARDIAN SP.240FXP, 100’ boom, 1200 litre SS tank, IntelliView IV monitor, luxury cab, 6.7L Cummins, 275 HP, only 420 hours, asking $325,000.

306-524-2109, 306-746-7422, Semans, SK HEAVY DUTY WHEEL DOLLY. Change your sprayer tires in less than an hour! Over 250 units sold. Perfect tool for safely and FLOATER TIRES: Four 24.5x32 fits Rogator quickly moving or changing large wheels 1254, $5000; Four 20.8x42 fits Case/IH, and tires, $1499. Phone 403-892-3303, $6000. 306-922-8155, Prince Albert, SK. Carmangay, AB., www.hdwheeldolly.com FLOATER TIRES: Factory rims and tires: 1998 CASE/IH SPX3185 90’, 2 sets tires John Deere 4045, 710/60R46, $19,500; Stk: 017817, $79,000. 1-888-905-7010, 800/55R46, $23,500; JD 4038, Case 4420, Saskatoon, SK. www.redheadequipment.ca 650/65R38 Michelin tires and rim, $13,500. Sprayer duals available. Phone 2010 JD 4830, 100’ booms, 1000 gal. 306-697-2856, Grenfell, SK. tank, AutoSteer, Swath Pro, AutoBoom Stk: 021520, $215,000. 1-888-905-7010, Saskatoon, SK. www.redheadequipment.ca 2013 JD 4940 120’, BoomTrac, sect. control, AutoSteer, 2630 monitor, Stk: 02415, $240,000. 1-888-905-7010, Prince Albert, SK. www.redheadequipment.ca MOON HEAVY HAUL pulling air drills/ air seeders, packer bars, Alberta and Sask. 30 2015 CASE/IH 4440 120’, AIM, Auto- years experience. Call Bob Davidson, Boom, AccuBoom, Pro 700 Stk: 023153 Drumheller, AB. 403-823-0746. $475,000. 1-888-905-7010, Swift Current, SK. www.redheadequipment.ca 2006 FLEXI-COIL 5000 HD 51’, 10” spacing, 5” rubber packers, single shoot, 2015 JD R4045, 1106 hrs., load com- $23,000; 2001 Bourgault 5440 dual fan, air mand, 2 sets of tires, $449,000. Nelson seeder hopper, $26,000. 403-665-2341 Motors and Equipment, 1-888-508-4406, Craigmyle, AB. www.nelsonmotors.com 2013 SEED HAWK 60-12 60’, twin wing, 2013 JD 4730, 1047 hrs., 100’ boom, 2 semi pneumatic packers, DD, SH 800 TBH, sets of tires, sec control, $275,900. Nelson Stk 017840, $335,000. Prince Albert, SK., Motors and Equipment, 1-888-508-4406, 1-888-905-7010. redheadequipment.ca www.nelsonmotors.com 2010 JOHN DEERE 1830 61’, 10” sp, DS 2014 JOHN DEERE 4940, 1137 hrs., dry, Poirier openers, Alpine liquid kit Stk: $329,000. Nelson Motors and Equipment, 023964, $67,500. 1-888-905-7010, Swift 1-888-508-4406, www.nelsonmotors.com Current, SK. www.redheadequipment.ca 2010 JOHN DEERE 830, 1487 hrs., 100’ boom, deluxe cab, $198,000. Nelson Motors and Equipment, 1-888-508-4406, www.nelsonmotors.com

2010 CASE/IH ATX700 70’, rubber packers, high float tires, double shoot, Stk: 020407, $94,000. 1-888-905-7010, Swift Current, SK. www.redheadequipment.ca

2006 JD 1820, 61’, 10” spacing, SS, steel packers, new hoses, all dual wheels, exc. cond, $16,500. 306-861-4592, Fillmore, SK 2009 BOURGAULT 3310 PHD 75’, 10”, single shoot, MRB, 4.5” pneumatic packers, block sensor, exc. cond., $85,000 OBO. 306-861-4592, 306-722-3228, Fillmore, SK 2003 FLEXI-COIL 3450 air tank, TBH, 10” auger, good cond., $19,500 OBO. 306-861-4592, 306-722-3228 Fillmore, SK. 2008 60’ SEEDMASTER, 12” spacing DS, low acres, very nice tips, new manifold, new hoses, exc. cond., $75,000 OBO. 306-861-4592, 306-722-3228, Fillmore, SK FLEXI-COIL 5000, 33’, 12” spacing, all recapped steel packers, new front tires on drill, 3” Stealth openers, c/w Flexi-Coil 1720 TBH tank, new front tires on cart, cameras in tank, metering area good, $23,000 OBO. 306-726-7516, Earl Grey, SK 2011 SEED HAWK 50’, 12” sp., tool bar with 600 cart dual wheels auger and bag lift. $229,000; 1997 39’ Morris Magnum air drill, 10” spacing, Atom openers w/Morris 180 cart, $23,000. A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment, 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK. 2010 BOURGAULT 3310 65’, Paralink, 12” spacing, mid row shank banding, double shoot, rear hitch, tandem axles, low acres, $140,000. A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment, 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK.

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2013 MORRIS 50’ heavy harrow, low acres, 1992 37’ CASE/IH 5600 HD cultivator, excellent cond., $26,000. 306-493-6460, with Degelman mounted 4-row harrows, Delisle, SK. $25,000. A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment, 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK. 2013 RITE-WAY HEAVY HARROW, 90’, approx. 20” harrows, adjustable pressure and angle, $35,900. 306-948-7223, Biggar, SK.

CASE/IH STEIGER 450 HD, 3PTH, 2012, 1820 hrs., PS, 800 Firestone’s, loaded, no PTO, 35 month - 1500 hr. extended PowerTrain warranty, Pro 700/372 AutoSteer, $278,000 OBO. Call 306-960-3230 or 306-981-3281, Prince Albert, SK.

1984 CASE 9280, triples, 20.8x42 - 70%, NEW 2017 51’ DEGELMAN landroller. MORRIS 435-37 CULT., shovels & harrows; injection pump and top end set rebuilt less Odessa Rockpicker Sales, 306-957-4403, 24’ IH 300 discers & packers. Open to rea- than 100 hours, std. trans., great floataOdessa, SK. tion and traction, 7000 hours, $68,000. sonable offers. 306-867-6511, Conquest.

Call 306-460-7426, Eatonia, SK. NEW QUAD TRACK PARTS New undercarriage replacement parts for Case/IH Quadtracs. Bogeys $795 plus core ($50 core) and seal, $190/$225. More shipments arriving. www.combineworld.com Call 1-800-667-4515.

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1984 AC 6060, FWA, bucket and bale spike, 9756 hrs., new engine at 4500 hrs., LIZARD CREEK REPAIR and Tractor. We original owner, shedded, $16,000 OBO. buy 90 and 94 Series Case, 2 WD, FWA tractors for parts and rebuilding. Also have 780-361-7947, 780-352-2818, Gwynne, AB rebuilt tractors and parts for sale.

306-784-7841, Herbert, SK. WANTED: 4W305; 4W220; 220 and D21.

8070, 8050 or 8030 MFWD. 2014 CIH PUMA 150, MFWD, PPS, loader, 1032 hrs., $149,900. Nelson Motors and 701-240-5737, Minot, ND. Equipment, Phone 1-888-508-4406, or visit www.nelsonmotors.com 2010 CIH MAGNUM, 180 loader, MFWD, 4665 hrs., $134,000. Nelson Motors and Equipment, Phone 1-888-508-4406, or visit www.nelsonmotors.com

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2009 CASE/IH 435, Outback guidance, 710/70 tires, rear weights, std. trans., 4 hyds., 3100 hrs., shedded, $180,000. Nipawin, SK. 306-862-7138 or 306-862-5993 2013 140A FARMALL Case/IH w/loader, 1800 hrs., $82,000. A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment, 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK.

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BOURGAULT 6000 med harrows $25,000; Flexi-Coil 340 32’ chisel c/w 4 bar harrows, anhydrous $16,000; Flexi-Coil 340 40’ chisel with 4 bar harrows, $25,000.

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WANTED low hr. JD 9400 or 9420 tractor, must be quad range, big tires, good to exc. condition. Ph 780-349-2798, Westlock, AB.

2006 CIH STX375, powershift, PTO, 1917 5 MORRIS RODWEEDERS 36’ and 48’, hrs; 2009 STX335, c/w 6-way Degelman some with very good harrows. Call Bob blade/guard, 1281 hrs; Two 2013 Magnum 403-934-4081, Mossleigh, AB. 260, FWA, deluxe cab, leather, 320 hrs; 2015 Magnum 280, FWA, CVT, deluxe cab, 3-12’ JD DISCERS (36’), fair condition, not leather, 608 hrs; 2014 Versatile 250, FWA, used for 10 years. Offers. 306-463-4866, GPS, etc. Ph Dave 403-556-3992, Olds, AB. 306-463-8800, Kindersley, SK.

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MISC. ITEMS: 2 Dodge flat head 6 cylinder 251 ci engines, rebuildable and dusted, $100/ea.; Complete belts for MF 92 combine, $100; Four 16” open center rims, $100. Call 780-352-5333, Wetaskiwin, AB.

ACREAGE EQUIPMENT: 3-PT. CULTIVERSATILE 836, POWERSHIFT, PTO, 4 VATORS, Discs, Plows, Blades, Etc. new tires, very clean unit. Call 780-892-3092, Wabamun, AB. 403-823-1894, Drumheller, AB. NH CHAIN BALER, $2500; Neuero grain vac, $3000; 34’ factory drill mover, $2000; VERSATILE TRACTORS: Many early and 72’ Flexi-Coil harrows, $5000; 80’ Vers. late models available. Great prices! 1984 harrow $3000. 306-238-4411 Goodsoil, SK Versatile 975, 855 Cummins, new: paint, interior, pins and bushings, 8000 hours, FORD 750 w/18’ B&H, rollover tarp, very nice, hard to find! $34,500 CDN OBO. $8500; Case/IH 2870 4 WD, Degelman Delivery available. Call 218-779-1710. blade, $17,000; Vac tank, 1800 gal. and pump $8000; IHC Model 252 forklift, gas, 2012 JD 9560R, duals, PTO, 3007 hrs., $5000. 306-238-4411, Goodsoil, SK. $349,900. Nelson Motors and Equipment, 1-888-508-4406, www.nelsonmotors.com 2 - JD 9-BOLT RIMS w/tires, 18.4x38; 2 COULEE AGRI PARTS LTD. Your JD 10-bolt rims only, fits 20.8x38 tire; 1 2008 JOHN DEERE 9530T, 3565 hrs, 36” GRATTON place to purchase late model combine Case 8-bolt rim only, fits 18.4x38 tire; PTO tracks, GreenStar, deluxe comfort, #1 tractor parts. Used, new and rebuilt. shaft for JD 7721 combine, fits small 1000 $220,700. South Country Equipment, and www.gcparts.com Toll free 888-327-6767.

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2012 JD 9510RT, 1671 hrs., JDLink, 36” 1977 JD 4430 w/606 PT mower behind, tracks, AJ Hitch, $371,300. South Country very low hrs., always shedded, excellent Equipment, 306-642-3366, Assiniboia, SK. condition. 306-717-2971, Saskatoon, SK. 2010 JOHN DEERE 9630T, 4380 hrs, PTO 1995 8100 FWA, 16 spd. powershift, big 1000, 36” Durabilt tracks, $228,500. Call 1000 PTO, 520/85R38 duals, $15,000 South Country Equipment, 306-721-5050, work order on eng. rebuild, 11,000 hrs., vg Regina, SK. cond., $59,000. 306-948-7223, Biggar, SK. 2010 JOHN DEERE 9630, 3250 hrs, diff.

JOHN DEERE 4650 w/powershift, approx lock, GreenStar, 800/70R38, $241,500.

8000 hrs., 20.8x38 duals, 1000 PTO, South Country Equipment, 306-354-2411, $31,900. 306-948-7223, Biggar, SK. Mossbank, SK.

12’ KELLO DISC plow, single, with hyd. or 1466 IHC, duals, new sleeves and pistons, 5500 hrs.; Also 2001 Dodge Adventurer rope. 306-233-5241, Wakaw, SK. SLT, 4x4, auto., 5.9L, 187,000 kms.; Ford 3 MORRIS B3 RODWEEDER, 36’, $1000. ton F700, 301 HD engine, 45,000 miles.

Call 306-642-5740 leave message. Assini- 403-304-9217, Hoosier, SK. boia, SK. IHC 6400 54’ chisel plow, 12” spacing, new 1983 CASE 2290 w/Leon 707 FEL, 4700 NH3, boots and openers, new hoses, new hrs., rebuilt PS and diff., 4 remotes, dual walking beam shafts, $33,000. Nipawin, PTO, good tires, duals, $18,500. Prince Albert, SK. 306-922-8155, 306-960-3230.

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2007 CIH 430HD, 710/70R42 tires at 60-70%, 5 hyd. remotes, diff. lock, 3752 2004 JD 9420, duals, 4600 hrs., $149,000.

Motors and Equipment, hrs., nice shape, $141,500. Call or text Nelson 1-888-508-4406, www.nelsonmotors.com Brandon, 306-577-5678, Carlyle, SK. 2015 JD 9620R, 669 hrs., PTO, dual, $550,000. Nelson Motors and Equipment, 1-888-508-4406, www.nelsonmotors.com 2006 CHALLENGER MT765, 6500 hrs., 3 1995 JD 7400, MFWD, cab, loader, 10,428 PTH, PTO, very nice, cond. Delivery avail. hrs., $46,900. Nelson Motors and Equip$115,000 Cdn OBO. Call 218-779-1710. ment, Phone 1-888-508-4406, or visit www.nelsonmotors.com

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2014 JD 9560RT, 2391 hrs, JDLink, CommandView cab, GreenStar, 36” tracks, Poweshift, $413,900. South Country JOHN DEERE 4640 with blade, good condi- 18/6 tion. Call 306-283-4747, 306-291-9395. Equipment, 306-354-2411, Mossbank, SK. Langham, SK 2014 JOHN DEERE 9560RT, 1163 hrs, 2010 JD 5045D, 2WD, loader, synchro, JDLink, GreenStar, deluxe cab, $448,600.

415 hrs., $22,900. Nelson Motors and South Country Equipment, 306-354-2411, Equipment, Phone 1-888-508-4406 or visit Mossbank, SK. www.nelsonmotors.com JD 6150M, 1323 hrs, 2005 JD 7720, MFWD, PQ, 6959 hrs., 2015 $97,500. Nelson Motors and Equipment, MFWD,w/H360 loader, $173,500. South Country Equipment, 306-692-2371, Moose 1-888-508-4406, www.nelsonmotors.com Jaw, SK 1996 JD 7800, MFWD, loader, 11,845 hrs., $59,500. Nelson Motors and Equip- 2013 JOHN DEERE 9460RT, 2255 hrs, AJ ment, Phone 1-888-508-4406 or visit hitch, PowerGard warranty to May 2018, www.nelsonmotors.com $372,800. South Country Equipment, 2004 JD 7520, MFWD, PS, 10,400 hrs., 306-721-5050, Regina, SK. $65,800. Nelson Motors and Equipment, 1-888-508-4406, www.nelsonmotors.com JD 8850, 4 hyds., plus return line, AutoSteer GPS - Outback S2, very good cond., 2005 JD 6420, PPS, MFWD, loader, 5400 good tires, very clean tractor, $38,000. hrs., $64,000. Nelson Motors and Equip- 306-861-4592, Fillmore, SK. ment, Phone 1-888-508-4406, or visit www.nelsonmotors.com 2010 JD 7730, MFD, 620x42 rear tires, 1993 JD 6200, MFWD, loader, O/S, 3000 PowerQuad trans., 746 loader and grapple, hrs., $29,900. Nelson Motors and Equip- 3350 hrs. A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment, ment, Phone 1-888-508-4406, or visit 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK. www.nelsonmotors.com

2009 JD 9630, triples, 3950 hrs., $240,000. Nelson Motors and Equipment, 1-888-508-4406, www.nelsonmotors.com

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KELLO-BILT 8’ to 20’ offset discs w/24” to 36” notched blades; Kello-Bilt 24’ to 38’ tandem wing discs w/26” and 28” notched blades and oilbath bearings. Red Deer, AB. www.kelloughs.com Call: 1-888-500-2646.

2015 JD 9470R 726hrs, JDLink, diff lock, 5 hyd. outlets, AutoTrac, PowerGard warranty Apr/2018, $447,500. South Country Equipment, 306-721-5050, Regina, SK.

2007 JD 6715, PPS, MFWD, loader, 8800 hrs., $59,900. Nelson Motors and Equipment, Phone 1-888-508-4406, or visit www.nelsonmotors.com

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2008 JOHN DEERE 9630, 3900 hrs, 800/70R38, w/2013 Degelman 7900 blade, $246,000. South Country Equipment, 306-354-2411, Mossbank, SK.

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350 bu, 6 run, double shoot, tow behind, 8” auger, $ clean unit .........................

17,900

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18,900

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16,900

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1968 COCKSHUTT 1750, diesel, c/w Degelman blade, 4500 hrs., cab with heater and cooler, hydropower, asking $4800.

306-536-4276, Grayson, SK.

TIRES TIRES TIRES! Radial, Bias, New, Used. 20.8x42, 18.4x42, 20.8x38, 18.4x38, 20.8R34, 18.4x34, 900/60R32, 800/65R 32, 24.5x32, 18.4x30, 23.1x30, 16.9x28, 28Lx26, 18.4x26, 19.5Lx24. Semis, skid CASE 830 TRACTOR, loader, bucket, fair steers. Best price and value guaranteed! cond., rubber good, runs well, $3000; www.combineworld.com 1-800-667-4515 Fordson Power Major, 3 PTH, bale fork, 2furrow plow, runs good, $2800; MF 1080, ODESSA ROCKPICKER SALES: New Denot running, needs engine work, loader, gelman equipment, land rollers, Strawbale fork and bucket, $2000. Hudson Bay, master, rockpickers, protill, dozer blades.

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112,800

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2010 JD 9870 STS

1715 hours, Contour Master, bullet rotor, nice condition, $ pickups available ........

2014 MD PW7

148,800

Platform with Swathmaster pickup, hyd windguard, like new, $ fits JD combines ............

22,900

2009 NH CX8080

1556 hours, AHHC, lat tilt, Intelliview 3, long auger, $ pickups available .........

147,800

2000 CAT LEXION 465

2542 hours, tracks 70%, RWA, Cebis, AHHC, 2 spd cyl, $ pickups available ............

64,800

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2012 HOULE GEA EL48-6D6100

40’, rigid draper, AHHC, transport, hyd,F/A, $ for CR/CX/AFX.................

2009 MD FD70

48,800

40’ flex draper, transport, pea auger, AHHC, header fore/aft, $ new knife and guards .....

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BISON WANTED - Canadian Prairie Bison is looking to contract grain finished bison, ONE TIME FENCING, sucker rod fence WATER IN THE WRONG PLACE: Used as well as calves and yearlings for growing pumping motors, PTO carts, 6” 10” alum. markets. Contact Roger Provencher at posts (solid steel), steel corners for sale. pipe. 50 years experience. Call Dennis 306-468-2316, roger@cdnbison.com www.onetimefencing.ca 1-877-542-4979.

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2 YEAR OLD & yearling bulls, semen tested OLDER DEXTER COWS, bred Speckle Park, & delivered. Call Guy Sampson, Davidson, due April; Polled Red Dexter 2 yr. old bull; Speckle Park/Dexter cross 2 year old bull.

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SELLING: BLACK ANGUS BULLS. Wayside Angus, Henry and Bernie Jungwirth, QUIET TOP QUALITY 2 yr. old and yearling 306-256-3607, Cudworth, SK. Purebred Red Angus bulls. Contact Spruce Acres, 306-272-3997, Foam Lake, SK. 30 BLACK ANGUS 2 year old bulls. Calving ease and performance lines. Board and delivery available. Rob Garner 306-946-7946, Simpson, SK. REG. CHAROLAIS VIRGIN 2 yr. old and GOOD QUALITY PB Black Angus 2 yr. old yearling bulls, reds, whites, polled and bulls, semen tested and guaranteed breed- horned, semen tested, fusogard treated. ers. Phone David or Pat 306-963-2639 or Richard Smith 780-846-2643, Kitscoty, AB. 306-963-7739, Imperial, SK. CHAROLAIS BULLS, YEARLING and 2 year SOUTH VIEW RANCH has Black and Red olds. Contact LVV Ranch, 780-582-2254, Angus yearling and 2 year old bulls. Cey- Forestburg, AB. lon, SK. Call Shane 306-869-8074, Keith 306-454-2730.

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RED ANGUS and SIMM./Angus cross year- Calving ease, performance, semen tested. ling and 2 year old bulls. Call LVV Ranch, Delivered. Call/text Jared 306-435-9842, Moosomin, SK. 780-582-2254, Forestburg, AB. YEARLING AND 2 YR. OLD bulls for sale.

Balance of BW and performance, semen tested. KC Cattle Co. Call 306-290-8431, Saskatoon, SK. www.kccattleco.com PB YEARLING BULLS, semen tested, guaranteed and delivered. Deposit holds until you need them. Clarke Ward, Saskatoon, SK., 306-931-3824, 306-220-6372.

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2 YEAR OLD polled Charolais bulls. Also Charolais yearling bulls polled and horned, semen tested and delivered. Call Layne and Paula Evans at 306-252-2246 or 306-561-7147, Kenaston, SK.

EXCELLENT SELECTION of polled 2 yr. olds and several proven 3 year and select yearlings. Properly developed to last. Deposit holds til needed. Delivery avail. Longworth Land & Cattle, Harris, SK., 306-831-9856.

REGISTERED POLLED HEREFORD yearling & 2 year old bulls, semen tested. Harold or Tim Strauch, 306-677-2580, Shamrock, SK 2 YR OLD polled Hereford bulls. Crittenden Bros. 306-963-7880, 306-963-2414, Imperial, SK. Email h.s.crittenden@sasktel.net www.crittendenbros.com

MAINE-ANJOU BULLS, solid reds and REG. TEXAS LONGHORN bulls, pairs and blacks, yearlings and 2 yr olds. We have a open heifers. Call Dean at Panorama good selection of red yearlings. Selected Ranch, 403-391-6043, Stauffer, AB. for calving ease and beef production. Semen tested and guaranteed. Rocky Lane Farms, Alex and Mary-Ann Jensen, 403-368-2114, 403-742-9835, Rumsey, AB WELSH BLACK- The Brood Cow Advantage.

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3 TO 6 YEAR old cow/calf pairs: 50 reds, 30 blacks, 10 tans. Calves tagged and castrated. Cows are medium to large frame with strong calves at foot. $2800. Call POLLED PB THICK Butt Salers yearling 403-740-5197, Big Valley, AB. bulls, exc. disposition, tested. Also replacement heifers. DynaRich Salers. Rich75 SECOND AND THIRD Black and Red Anard Andersen, 403-746-2919, Eckville, AB. gus young bred cows. Call 306-773-1049 1 & 2 YEAR OLDS for sale at the farm. Se- or 306-741-6513, Swift Current, SK. men tested and delivery available. Can hold until needed. Alberta Beach, AB. 2 YEAR OLDS and yearling Red Angus, Phone 780-924-2464, 780-982-2472, visit: Simmental/Red Angus hybrids and Black www.facebook.com/GrundkeFamilySalers Angus bulls. Developed on oats for longevity. Phone Triple H Cattle Co. POLLED SALERS BULLS. Birthweight 306-723-4832, 306-726-7671(cell) or Cory from 77 lbs. Strong growth and maternal 306-718-7007, Cupar, SK. milk traits. Semen tested, guaranteed. Can arrange delivery. Ken at 204-762-5512, Lundar, MB. www.sweetlandsalers.com

POLLED HEREFORD YEARLING and 2 year old bulls. Delivery available. Corey Lees 306-577-9971, George Lees 306-455-2612 Arcola, SK. 3 SHORTHORN YEARLING BULLS, semen tested. 1 White & 2 Reds. Moderately HOLMES POLLED HEREFORDS have a priced. Call 403-998-1821, High River, AB. strong selection of yearling bulls for sale.

Will deliver at pasture time. Jay Holmes, SHORTHORN BULLS, grass fed, no grain, 306-746-7170, 306-524-2762, Semans, SK two 3 year olds and 2 yearlings. Call Alex 780-623-4374, Lac La Biche, AB. FRESH AND SPRINGING heifers for sale.

Cows and quota needed. We buy all classes of slaughter cattle-beef and dairy. R&F POLLED FULL FLECKVIEH and polled black Livestock Inc. Bryce Fisher, Warman, SK. PB bulls, fully vaccinated, semen tested, and Fusogard, quiet and fed for longevity, Phone 306-239-2298, cell 306-221-2620. $3500. Call Curtis Mattson, 306-944-4220 or 306-231-9994, Meacham, SK. STOUT YEARLING and 2 yr. old Limousin bulls, polled, horned, red, black. Quiet bulls w/great performance. Short Grass Limousin, 306-773-7196, Swift Current SK

BLACK AND BLACK BALDIE Simmental Bulls, good selection of yearlings 2 year olds. Excellent quality with good hair coats and disposition second to none! Semen tested. Delivery available. Call Regan Schlacter 306-231-9758, Humboldt, SK.

MCKEE 18’ MANURE SPREADER with tandem axles and hydraulic end gate, $35,000 OBO. Call 403-321-2105, Blackie, AB. FROSTFREE NOSEPUMPS: Fully sustainable livestock watering. No power required to heat or pump. Prevents contamination. Grants available. 1-866-843-6744. www.frostfreenosepumps.com 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 and repair all makes of mills. Call Apollo Machine 306-242-9884, 1-877-255-0187. www.apollomachineandproducts.com STEEL VIEW MFG. Self-standing panels, windbreaks, silage/hay bunks, feeder panels, sucker rod fence posts. Custom orders. Call Shane 306-493-2300, Delisle, SK. www.steelviewmfg.com

WANTED: CULL COWS and bulls. For bookings call Kelly at Drake Meat Processors, CATTLE SHELTER PACKAGES or built on site.

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FREESTANDING PANELS: 30’ windbreak panels; 6-bar 24’ and 30’ panels; 10’, 20’ and 30’ feed troughs; Bale shredder bunks; Silage bunks; Feeder panels; HD bale feedRANCH COUNTRY HORSE SALE (Perrin, ers; All metal 16’ and 24’ calf shelters. Will Parsonage, Bertram) in Maple Creek, SK custom build. 306-424-2094, Kendal, SK. accepts consignments of broke horses for Saturday, Sept. 9th Sale. Deadline June FREESTANDING CORRAL PANELS for 30th. Ph. Tanya Parsonage 306-662-5081, cattle, horses, bison and sheep. Bale feedjtparsonage@xplornet.ca Forms online at: ers; Belted feed troughs; 10’ panels; Windwww.northernhorse.com/ranchcountry. break frames; Swinging gates; Framed gates; Panels with gates mounted; Round pen kits starting at $1495; Palpation chute. Deal of the year - Freestanding 21’ for $219! Call 1-844-500-5341, TWO PUREBRED STALLIONS w/beautiful www.affordablelivestockequipment.com markings. Born July 4 and Aug. 26, 2015, Info. call 306-267-5748, Coronach, SK.

POLLED RED AND Black Limousin 2 year old bulls. Board and delivery available. Rob TOP QUALITY RED Factor yearling Simm.

Garner, Simpson, SK., 306-946-7946. bulls. Good hair coats. Polled. Semen testSPRINGER LIMOUSIN has very quiet 2 yr ed, ready to go; Also 1 Red Factor old and yearling Purebred Limousin bulls. Simm./Angus cross 2 year old bull, polled.

Red or Black. Call Merv at 306-272-4817 Green Spruce Simmental 306-467-4975, 4 FILLIES, 2 COLTS Friesian/Haflinger 306-467-7912, Duck Lake, SK. or 306-272-0144, Foam Lake, SK. yearlings, 3 Fjord/Haflinger filly yearlings, $900 each. 306-682-2899, Humboldt, SK Stretch your advertising dollars! Place an ad SIMMENTAL & SIMMENTAL CROSS Red in the classifieds. Our friendly staff is waiting Angus yearling bulls. Polled. Semen checked and delivered. Reasonable birth BROWN AND WHITE Gypsy Banner cross for your call. 1-800-665-1362. weights. McVicar Stock Farms Ltd., Colon- Paint team, broke to drive and ride. Also several other younger and saddle horses. say, SK. 306-255-2799 or 306-255-7551.

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20 RED ANGUS 2 yr old bulls. Calving ease PB CHAROLAIS BULLS, yearlings and 2 and maternal lines. Board and delivery year olds, whites and tans. 306-424-7446 BIG ISLAND LOWLINES Premier Breeder. or 306-529-6268, Glenavon, SK. avail. Rob Garner 306-946-7946, Simpson Selling custom designed packages. Name your price and we will put a package toMCTAVISH RED ANGUS yearling bulls. Se- COMING 2 YR. old polled PB Charolais gether for you. Fullblood/percentage Lowmen tested and quiet. Delivered. Call/text bulls, come red factor. Call Kings Polled line, embryos, semen. Black/Red carrier.

Jared at 306-435-9842, Moosomin, SK. Charolais, 306-435-7116, Rocanville, SK. Darrell 780-486-7553, Edmonton, AB.

ELK WANTED! If you have elk to supply to market let AWAPCO be your first choice. $11.50/kg. Call our office at 780-980-7589, info@wapitiriver.com

NOW MUST SELL for your old bull 8 year old bull. Old Post bloodline. clean herd, HORSE COLLARS, all sizes, steel and aludocile, good feet. East of Lloydminster, SK. minum horseshoes. We ship anywhere. call 306-893-2974.

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ORGANIC SWEET CLOVER good quality, TO BE MOVED: 1977 27x40’ bungalow on cleaned and bagged. Ph. 306-281-8097, farm, 2 bdrms, 1 bath, 16x24’ wrap around Saskatoon, SK. deck, new hardwood floors, windows and doors, siding and insulation 5 yrs. old, new WANTED: ORGANIC LENTILS, peas and never used fridge/stove microwave, builtchickpeas. Stonehenge Organics, Assini- in dishwasher. Would make a perfect cabin boia, SK., 306-640-8600, 306-640-8437. or starter home. Have mover’s quote. Asking $60,000. 780-205-4423, Lashburn, SK.

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BONAFIDE REGISTERED AUSTRALIAN Kelpie pups, Australian bred. Parents make a living on cow/calf operation at community pasture. Also started working Kelpies.

Call Watkinson Working Kelpies, 306-692-2573, Moose Jaw, SK. PUREBRED BORDER COLLIE puppies, from good working parents, ready to go midJune. 306-267-5748. Coronach, SK. RED HEELER PUPS: 5 female, 1 male, from working parents, first shots, ready to go June 1st, $500. 306-725-4510, Bulyea, SK.

RESIDENTIAL LOT, ELBOW, SK for sale.

Lot 7, Blk 2, Plan 88MJ16836, 125 Putters Lane. One block from golf course. 24.5 Meter frontage. Serviced by town. Will consider trade of RV, boat, truck, car, etc. $34,500. Call Gerry 403-389-4858.

J&H HOMES: Elkridge cottages. Free ATV or snowmobile with purchase!! www.jhhomes.com 306-652-5322.

TIMBER FRAMES, LOG STRUCTURES and Vertical Log Cabins. Log home refinishing and chinking. Certified Log Builder with 38 years experience. Log & Timber Works, Delisle, SK., 306-717-5161, Email info@logandtimberworks.com Website at www.logandtimberworks.com

PROPOSAL FOR PARTNERSHIP or sale to farming family for livestock/grain operation in central Sask. 19 quarters, farmstead located 3 miles from large town with resort nearby. Silage based capacity for 700 or more cows and backgrounding.

Contains grain, hayland, pasture, irrigation potential. Lots of buildings and pivots. Requires family with latest Ag technology, carpentry skills, ambition and some equity.

Most equipment available Bring your own cattle or work with us. Cropland to seed in 2017.

Text 639-471-4380, phone 306-946-7738, Watrous, SK.

GRAIN LAND TO RENT, 35 mile radius of MEDALLION HOMES 1-800-249-3969 Rouleau, SK. Call 306-776-2600 or email: Immediate delivery: New 16’ and 20’ kraussacres@sasktel.net modular homes; Also used 14’ and 16’ homes. Now available: Lake homes.

Medallion Homes, 306-764-2121, Prince Albert, SK. YELLOWHEAD MODULAR HOME SALES, Canadian built by Moduline. Elite price event on now: 960 sq.ft., 2 bdrm, 2 bth, $79,900; 1216 sq.ft., 3 bdrm, 2 bth, $89,900; 1520 sq.ft., 3 or 4 bdrm, 2 bth, $109,900. 306-496-7538, weekend calls. HANLEY-KENASTON AREA. RM of www.yellowmodularhomesales.ca McCraney #282, 160 acres, 1120 sq. ft. bungalow, new shop, barn with added stock shelter, good water, natural gas, 40 mins. from Saskatoon. Asking $379,000.

Call 306-252-5200.

RTMS AND SITE built homes. Call 1-866-933-9595, or go online for pictures FARMLAND NE SK(Clemenceau) 4 quarters and pricing at: www.warmanhomes.ca plus 36 acre riverside parcel w/5 bdrm. home. Featuring: bins on concrete with direct hit on railroad cars, 40 acres of mostly mature spruce timber, 2 farmyards- 1 bordering Etomami River and 50 miles of provincial forest, excellent elk hunting and other big game and goose. 580 acres cult.

Full line of farm equipment and sawmill BUYERS for farms and ranches. Henry Vos, also available Reg Hertz, 306-865-7469.

780-835-1992, Royal LePage Realty. www.peaceriverfarmsandranches.com RM 273 SLIDING HILLS, 1 quarter farmland, SW-25-30-01-W2, 155 cult. acres, FOR SALE BY TENDER: Lands of Patrick stone free. 306-542-3125, Kamsack, SK. Janzer and Janet Janzer. The aforementioned owners of farmlands will accept offers to purchase of the following deeded lands located in Cypress County: Plan 0610808, Block 1, Lot 2, containing MULCHING- TREES, BRUSH, Stumps.

148.91 ac. more or less. Except there- Call today 306-933-2950. Visit us at: out: Plan 1612327 subdivision, con- www.maverickconstruction.ca taining 5.09 ac. more or less, excepting thereout all mines and minerals.

This farmland consists of 142 total acres with 132 permanent acres of water rights attached to the lands, together with the WANTED TO PURCHASE FARMLAND following irrigational equipment: 1982 with lots of oil wells and battery sites on Valley Centre Pivot, 1292’ approx.; 50 HP property. 780-499-2367, Edmonton, AB. 480V Berkely pump at 900 gal./min. with 2 HP booster pump. The seller warrants one full growing season of the pivot postclosing. The particulars are available in the bid package. The owner reserves the right 160 ACRES, w/two new 40’x80’ drive to reject any or all Tenders, and to waive through shops (14’x14’ doors), attached formalities as the interest of the Owner 400 sq. ft. office, A/C, 5 acre gravel yard, may require without stating reasons. The 800 sq. ft. log cabin (with loft), septic field highest or any Tender may not necessarily and RV dump, town water. Located 2 mi. be accepted. The Owner shall not be liable North of Nobleford, AB. 403-818-8615. for any costs, expenses, loss or damage incurred, sustained or suffered by any bidder prior, or subsequent to, or by reason of the acceptance or the non-acceptance by the Owner of any Tender. The bidders whose Tenders have not been accepted by the Owner will be notified within a reasonable time after Tender opening. The MISTY RIVER 14’ aluminum boat, 9.9 HP successful bidder shall pay a non-re- Yamaha 4-stroke motor, Sprint E-Z Loader fundable deposit of 5% of the Tender price trailer, like new, $3500. 780-856-6929, to Stringam LLP in trust by way of bank 780-842-9633, Hughenden, AB. draft or solicitor’s trust cheque with the tender submission. The closing date shall be July 4, 2017, the balance of the tender price shall be due and payable on said closing date. The taxes shall be adjusted at 2009 SUNSET TRAIL 30’, alum. frame, 1 the closing date. The Owners shall retain large slide-out - livingroom, sleeps 6, rear Surface Lease Rentals from CNRL until the bdrm. large awning, easy pull vg cond., earlier of: a) term of 25 years; or b) the $15,500 OBO. 306-232-4720, Hague, SK. last of the 2 owners to die. The balance of terms shall be set out in the tender package which shall be signed and submitted by tender. Tenders shall be marked “Janzer Land Tender” and delivered on or before 12:00 PM (MDT) on June 15, 2017 to: Stringam LLP, 35 7th Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1J2, Attention: APARTMENTS FOR RENT, Langham, SK. Kipling B. Wiese, Phone: Quiet, well maintained, close to schools. 1 403-488-8200, Fax: 403-488-8215, and 2 bedrooms starting at $650. Contact Email: kbwiese@stringam.ca and/or Blaise at 306-349-9351. colleen@stringam.ca . Tenders must be open for acceptance until June 19, 2017.

Only unconditional tenders will be considered. All lands are to be purchased “as is”.

Any applicable GST will be added to the Tender price. The Owners, or Stringam LLP will notify the successful Bidder on or before 12:00 PM (MDT) on June 19, 2017 by telephone (or email or fax where such information is provided) when the Tender has been accepted.

CERT. #1 COPELAND, 95% germ., 94% HYBRID AND OPEN-POLLINATED canola vigor, 0 fusarium. Sandercock Seed Farm, varieties. Certified #1 Synergy (Polish), Dekalb, Rugby. Phone Fenton Seeds, 306-334-2958, Balcarres, SK. 306-873-5438, Tisdale, SK. AC METCALFE, CDC Copeland; Cert. and Reg., low fusarium/graminearum. Terre Bonne Seed Farm, 306-921-8594 or 306-752-4810, Melfort, SK. CERT. #1 AAC Synergy, CDC Copeland, excellent quality. Northland Seeds Inc., 306-324-4315, Margo, SK.

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HAY TECH COMMON alfalfa seed, bred for hybrid vigor, $3.65/lbs. Dennis Dylke, 780-374-3877, Daysland, AB.

CERTIFIED #1 CDC Sanctuary flax, high germination. Don Schmeling, Riceton, SK., FULL LINE OF FORAGE seeds blending to your needs. Contact Tom Williamson 306-530-1052.

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REG. AND CERT. #1 BETHUNE flax, 98% GROWER DIRECT. Brome Grass, Timothy, germ., Triffid-free. Sandercock Seed Farm, Cicer Milkvetch, Alfalfa, Yellow Clover custom blends. Delivery avail. 306-342-4290, 306-334-2958, Balcarres, SK. 306-342-7688, Glaslyn, SK. Siklenka Seeds CERTIFIED #1 CDC Sorrel, AAC Bravo. SAINFOIN SEED. Nutritious, bloat-free, Fenton Seeds, 306-873-5438, Tisdale, SK. perennial forage loved by all animals and honeybees. Research from Utah University Hit our readers where it counts… in the clas- indicates better meat flavor and nutrition sifieds. Place your ad in the Alberta Farmer from sainfoin supplemented forage. Prime Express classifed section. 1-800-665-1362.

Sainfoin is cert. organic. 306-739-2900, Email: jhusband@primegrains.com CDC BOYER, CERT. #1, 99% germ., 96% vigor, produces plump seed, good for COMMON ALFALFA SEED, creep and tapgreenfeed and milling. Stoll’s Seed Barn root varieties, cleaned and bagged, Ltd., 306-493-7409, Delisle, SK. $2.50/lb. 306-963-7833, Imperial, SK. EXCELLENT QUALITY CERTIFIED #1 CS MILLET SEED: German Golden Foxtail; Camden, Summit, CDC Minstrel, CDC RufRed Proso; Crown Proso. All cleaned and fian, CDC Orrin. Frederick Seeds, REG., CERT. MCLEOD R2Y soybean, early bagged. Excellent producers in swath 306-287-3977, Watson, SK. season, high yield. Custom treating graze, silage or bale. Call Greg Tanner, available. Call for early order and bulk dis- 306-457-2816, Stoughton, SK. CERTIFIED #1 CDC RUFFIAN, AC Leggett, count pricing. Visa, MC, FCC financing.

ALFALFAS/ CLOVERS/ GRASSES, hay CDC Orrin.

Call Fenton Seeds, LLSEEDS.CA, 306-530-8433, Lumsden, SK. blends and pasture blends. Custom blends 306-873-5438, Tisdale, SK. no charge. Free delivery. Dyck Forages & CERT CDC Blackstrap (early); CDC SuperGrasses Ltd., Elie, MB, 1-888-204-1000.

SUMMIT, CDC RUFFIAN, AC Morgan, Fdn. Reg., Cert. Terre Bonne Seed Farm, jet; CDC Jet. High germs. Martens Charo- Visit us at www.dyckseeds.com lais & Seed, 204-534-8370, Boissevain, MB 306-921-8594, 306-752-4810, Melfort, SK. PEACE COUNTRY GROWN WINTER-HARDY, Alfalfa, Bromegrasses, Clovers, Timothy, CERT. #1 CS CAMDEN, Triactor, Souris.

Wheatgrasses, Hay Mixes, Pasture Mixes. excellent quality. Northland Seeds Inc., Organic and conventional. Will ship 306-324-4315, Margo, SK. NEW CERT. CDC Proclaim CL red lentil anywhere. Call Golden Acre Seeds for 306-843-2934, Wilkie, SK. www.herle.ca quote: 1-800-481-7333, Fairview, AB.

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EXCELLENT QUALITY CERTIFIED #1 AC Andrew, Cardale, CDC Utmost, CDC Plentiful, Muchmore, AAC Elie, AAC Connery, AAC Brandon, Elgin ND. Frederick Seeds, 306-287-3977, Watson, SK. CERTIFIED #1 SHAW CWRS, high yielding. Pratchler Seeds Farm, 306-682-3317 or 306-231-5145, Muenster, SK. CERTIFIED #1 CDC Plentiful, Cardale, Elgin ND, Goodeve VB, Vesper VB. Fenton Seeds, 306-873-5438, Tisdale, SK. 0% FUSARIUM, high germ, exc. quality #1 HRS carry over. Reg. and Cert. AC Brandon, AC Carberry, AC Shaw VB, AC Vesper VB, Osler. Terre Bonne Seed Farm, 306-921-8594, 306-752-4810, Melfort, SK.

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Many Pickseed products on hand. Certified hybrid brome grass & various specialty forage seeds available. Various organic forage seeds also available. Free periodic delivery to many Sask. locations. Richard Walcer, 306-752-3983 anytime. Melfort SK

CERTIFIED #1 CDC Impala (small red) Clearfield. Fenton Seeds, 306-873-5438, Tisdale, SK. GRASS SEED, ALFALFA CUBES, Livestock pellets and bedding. Cubes: $250, 500 kg tote; $12.70, 20 kg bag; Bulk available. Bulk livestock pellets. Bedding shavings. Grass seed dealer. Delivery CERTIFIED ABARTH early variety, better available. 780-201-2044, Bonnyville, AB. standability and disease package. Email: info@tncfeedsandbrushing.com 306-843-2934, Wilkie, SK. www.herle.ca GRASS AND FORAGE SEED SALE. Call CERTIFIED #1 CDC Amarillo and CDC for prices and delivery. 306-648-7467, Meadow. Fenton Seeds, 306-873-5438, Gravelbourg, SK. Tisdale, SK. HAY BLENDS AND PASTURE BLENDS, no charge custom blends. Dyck Forages & NEW CDC GREENWATER, Patrick green, Grasses Ltd., Elie, MB. Free delivery.

CDC Amarillo yellow, Reg., Cert. avail. 1-888-204-1000, www.dyckseeds.com Terre Bonne Seed Farm, 306-921-8594, 306-752-4810, Melfort, SK. CERT. #1 CDC Limerick and Cooper, LOOKING FOR OLD and new crop soybeans excellent quality. Northland Seeds Inc., FOB Western Canada. Licence and bonded 306-324-4315, Margo, SK. grain company. Call, email, text Now for competitive pricing at the farm! Market REGISTERED CERTIFIED CDC Greenwater; Place Commodities Ltd, accurate real time Certified CDC Striker. Martens Charolais marketing. 403-394-1711, 403-315-3930. info@marketplacecommodities.com and Seed, 204-534-8370, Boissevain, MB.

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WANTED HEATED CANOLA. No broker involved. Sell direct to crushing plant.

Cash on delivery or pickup. 306-228-7306 or 306-228-7325, no texts. Unity, SK.

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VAN RAAY PASKAL Farms in Iron Springs area is looking for Feed Barley. Put more REG. AND CERT. CDC CALVI, great $$$ in your pocket and sell direct to us standability, excellent quality. Northland with no brokerage fee. Call 403-330-9147.

Seeds Inc., 306-324-4315, Margo, SK. WANTED: OFF-GRADE PULSES, oil seeds and cereals. All organic cereals and specialty crops. Prairie Wide Grain, Saskatoon, SK., 306-230-8101, 306-716-2297.

MUSTARD SEED FOR SALE! Looking for off grade mustard, lentils or chickpeas. Cus- WANTED: FEED BARLEY Buffalo Plains tom color sorting of all types of crops. Cattle Company is looking to purchase Ackerman Ag Services, 306-638-2282, barley. For pricing and delivery dates, call Kristen 306-624-2381, Bethune, SK. Chamberlain, SK.

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PERFECT WAKAW LAKE LOCATION: 3 season cottage, fully furnished, ready for use!

850 sq.ft., 3 bdrms, 1 bath, boat track w/winch and dock on wheels. Walk to Regional Park and golf course. $289,000. For more info or to view, call Jim or Linda at 306-374-5756 or 306-291-5756.

LAKEFRONT CABIN KATEPWA. Cozy 1000 sq. ft., 3 season, no maintenance yard. Fully furnished, c/w new renovation, dock and boat lift. Move in ready. For sale by owner. Great deal! $289,900. Call 306-331-8581 or 306-539-6207.

LOG AND TIMBER HOMES, Saskatoon, SK. Visit www.backcountryloghomes.ca or call 306-222-6558.

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LAND FOR SALE: RM of Antler #61, 2 quarters: NW & SW 07-07-33 W1, 330 acres (275 cultivated). Includes 1 oil surface lease, $2000/year. Ph. 403-470-1354.

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DWEIN TRASK REALTY INC. Delisle/ Swanson 600 ac. ranch. Very good corrals, well equipped horse barn, workshop, storage shed and solid 960 sq. ft. home. Check web to view. Call Dwein at 306-221-1035.

DWEIN TRASK REALTY INC. Langham, SK. full quarter of land with 143 acres cult., FMV = 56,000. Just 2 1/2 miles south of Langham and 1/4 mile west.

Priced to sell! $279,900. Call Dwein today at 306-221-1035.

• Polish Canola and • Spring Triticale CDC COPELAND BARLEY, reg. and cert., top quality seed. Gregoire Seed Farms Ltd, North Battleford, SK., 306-441-7851, 306-445-5516. gregfarms@sasktel.net

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DWEIN TRASK REALTY INC. East 1/2 of CERT. CDC COPELAND, AAC Synergy, exc.

6-39-8 W3. 136,300 FMV. Flat & stone germ. and disease. Fraser Farms 306-741-0475, Pambrun foc@sasktel.net free. For details, call Dwein 306-221-1035.

TOP QUALITY CERTIFIED alfalfa and grass seed. Call Gary or Janice Waterhouse GRAIN FARMLAND WANTED: Contact TOP QUALITY CERT. #1 CDC Copeland, 306-874-5684, Naicam, SK. Terry at 306-520-8863 or by email to: AC Metcalfe, Newdale. Frederick Seeds, 306-287-3977, Watson, SK. saskfarmland@outlook.com SEE COMPLETE LISTING under 6485: Forage Seeds. Phone Richard Walcer, CERTIFIED #1 METCALF. Pratchler OPPORTUNITY AWAITS a knowl306-752-3983 anytime. Melfort, SK. Farm, 306-682-3317 or edgeable, ambitious person(s) wanting to Seeds rent a 5000 ac. organic farm for Spring 306-231-5145, Muenster, SK. CERT. ALFALFA and GRASSES. Elie, MB. 2018, includes some pasture and alfalfa.

Free delivery. Dyck Forages & Grasses Ltd. Purchase of up to 11 quarters possible in REG., CERT. CDC COPELAND, AC Metcalfe. 1-888-204-1000 www.dyckseeds.com Fall 2017. This is a high income farm with Call for early order and bulk discount priclong term grain sale agreements. On farm ing. Visa, MC, FCC financing. Custom cleaning plant has potential for persons treating available. LLSEEDS.CA Phone seriously wanting work to provide extra 306-530-8433, Lumsden, SK. GRASS AND FORAGE SEED SALE. Call opportunities for further added income.

Phone evenings, 306-622-4903. Heritage CERTIFIED #1 LEGACY (6R). Call Fenton for prices and delivery. 306-648-7467, Seeds, 306-873-5438, Tisdale, SK. Gravelbourg, SK. Organic Farms Ltd. Tompkins, SK.

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GOODYEAR COMBINE TIRE: 800/65R32, KORNUM WELL DRILLING, farm, cottage excellent shape, $1500 cash. Call Greg at and acreage wells, test holes, well rehabili306-883-2568, Spiritwood, SK. tation, witching. PVC/SS construction, expert workmanship and fair pricing. 50% MR. TIRE CORP. For all your tire needs, government grant now available. Indian call Mylo at 306-921-6555. Serving all of Head, SK., 306-541-7210 or 306-695-2061 Saskatchewan.

BUYING HEATED/DAMAGED PEAS, FLAX & GRAIN “On Farm Pickup”. Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252.

POLY TANKS: 15 to 10,000 gal.; Bladder tanks from 220 to 88,000 gallon; Water and liquid fertilizer; Fuel tanks, single and double wall; Truck and storage, gas or dsl.

Wilke Sales, 306-586-5711, Regina, SK. MAGNUM FABRICATING LTD. For all your fuel tank needs ULC certified for Canada and USA and Transport Canada DOT certified fuel tanks. Your No. 1 fuel safe solution. 306-662-2198, Maple Creek, SK. www.magnumfabricating.com

TARPCO, SHUR-LOK, MICHEL’S sales, ROUND ALFALFA/ALFALFA GRASS solid service, installations, repairs. Canadian core greenfeed 5x6 JD hay bales for sale. company. We carry aeration socks and grain bags. Also electric chute openers for Call 306-237-4582, Perdue, SK. grain trailer hoppers. 1-866-663-0000.

GOOD QUALITY HAY put up dry without rain. 200 big square bales, 3x4x8. Reasonably priced. 306-320-1041, Leroy, SK.

SET OF USED 36” tracks for 95E Cat LONG LAKE TRUCKING, two units, custom Challenger tractor. Call 306-463-4866, 306-463-8800, Kindersley, SK. hay hauling. 306-567-7100, Imperial, SK.

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We live on a large grain farm with some cattle near Schuler, AB. Looking for a live in, or out nanny, who would be willing to care for our home and children.

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Farm and mechanical experience required. Class 1 license an asset.

Job will include agricultural equipment repair and trouble-shooting, equipment service and preventative maintenance in the shop and the field, knowledge of GPS and other agriculture electronics, equipment operation during fertilizing, seeding, spraying, haying, harvesting time, and as needed. Physically, mentally and emotionally able to work long hours with our family and other help, at seeding, spraying, haying and harvest time.

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Email your resume and references to: nseitzranrn@live.com SCENIC RANCH SOUTH of Longview, AB requires couple to fill caretaker role.Winter feeding, and spring caving supervision of small cow herd, lawncare, light maintenance and general supervision in exchange for housing. For further information please call Brent Watson 403-651-7912 or email: bwwatson@telus.net

LOOKING FOR PEOPLE interested in riding feedlot pens in Strathmore or Lethbridge, AB. area, w/above average horsemanship Farming is enough of a gamble, advertise in skills, willing to train. 2 positions available. the Alberta Farmer Express classified sec- Wages depending on qualifications.

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CONSTRUCTION CREW, farm, residential and commercial, in Leduc, AB. area looking to hire. Pay rates vary in skill and knowledge. Hutterites welcome. Living arrangements available. Call 780-886-6312.

FARM WORK OVERSEAS dairy, beef, crop, sheep, and horticulture employment for young Canadians (ages 18-30) in Australia, New Zealand & Europe. Job & Work Permit arranged. International Rural Exchange (IRE) 306-489-4407, www.irecanada.ca

FARM LABOURER REQUIRED for mixed farm to operate machinery, cattle handling and general farm duties. Driver’s license FARM HELPER WANTED for a mixed required. Single or family accommodations farming operation. Assist with the calving including utilities. Ph 403-575-0712 or fax EXPERIENCED COUPLE URGENTLY seeking season. Must have a valid driver’s license resume 403-577-2263, Consort, AB. rural caretaking position in SW Alberta by and be able to operate farm equipment.

July 15. Require pet friendly house with Accommodation available. Bonnyville, AB., POSITION AVAILABLE, Cypress Hills, SK. shop. Call 403-558-0191 or 403-510-0049 Call 780-812-5567, fax 780-573-7620. area. Background yearling grasser opera- E-mail: jimandkellysimpson@telus.net tion and cow/calf. Modern facilities and EXPERIENCED FULL-TIME HELP for equipment. Good working environment. mixed farm, Class 1 an asset. Competitive Class 1 preferred. Wages negotiable dewages. Call 306-537-6435, Odessa, SK. pending on experience. Ph. 306-295-7473.

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2002 NH 994 ........................................................................................... $24,000

2013 NH T7.250 1870 hrs ............................................................. $159,000

2009 NH 72C .......................................................................................... $24,500

2013 MF 8670 2180 hrs.................................................................. $215,000

2011 NH 72C .......................................................................................... $28,000

1981 Versatile 875 7364 hrs .......................................................... $35,000

2003 NH 94C .......................................................................................... $29,000

2009 Challenger MT765C 2735 hrs ........................................ $165,000

2008 NH 74C .......................................................................................... $29,000

2003 JD 9420 5139 hrs ................................................................... $169,900

1999 HB SP36 ......................................................................................... $29,000

2015 NH T9.480HD 1258 hrs ...................................................... $365,000

2003 JD 930D ......................................................................................... $33,000

COMBINE

2005 JD 930D ......................................................................................... $36,000

2000 JD 9650 2062/1510 hrs ...................................................... $125,000 2009 JD T670 1246/946 hrs ......................................................... $235,000 2005 NH CR960 1998/1437 hrs .................................................... $99,900 2010 NH CR9070 1471/1132 hrs .............................................. $199,000 2011 NH CR9070 1320/1064 hrs .............................................. $220,000 2009 NH CR9080 1341/950 hrs ................................................. $226,000 2011 NH CR9070 1049/877 hrs ................................................. $245,000 2011 NH CR9070 1229/878 hrs ................................................. $250,000 2011 NH CR9070 1062/848 hrs ................................................. $256,000 2013 NH CR9090Z 1130/840 hrs .............................................. $359,000 2013 NH CR9090 1050/780 hrs ................................................. $359,000 2014 NH CR8090 649/575 hrs.................................................... $375,000 2014 NH CR8090 974/680 hrs.................................................... $389,000 2014 NH CR8090 893/611 hrs.................................................... $400,000

SWATHER

2014 NH 740CF ..................................................................................... $49,900

1997 MF 220 3806 hrs ....................................................................... $18,500 1997 CaseIH 8825 3169 hrs............................................................ $19,000 2005 MACDON 4952i 1934 hrs ..................................................... $64,000 2009 MF 9435 1267 hrs..................................................................... $69,000 2011 MF 9435 1441 hrs..................................................................... $71,500 2011 MACDON M150 925/711 hrs ............................................. $72,500 2008 NH H8040 2675 hrs ................................................................ $75,000 2011 MF 9435 977 hrs ....................................................................... $89,000 2012 MF WR9740 ................................................................................. $97,000 2012 CaseIH WD1203 367 hrs ................................................... $109,000 2011 MACDON M150 1074/776 hrs........................................ $110,000 2013 MACDON M155 703/555 hrs .......................................... $139,000 2014 Case IH WD1903 263 hrs .................................................. $135,000 2015 MACDON M205...................................................................... $169,000

2014 NH 740CF ..................................................................................... $49,900

SEEDING EQUIPMENT

2010 MACDON D60S.......................................................................... $52,000

1993 JD 610/787................................................................................... $23,000 2009 NH P1060 ..................................................................................... $52,500 2009 NH P1060 ..................................................................................... $54,500 2006 NH SD440A/SC430 .................................................................. $79,000 2011 NH P2060 ..................................................................................... $92,500 2004/2013 NH SD440A/P1060................................................... $125,000 2012 NH P2060/P1060 ................................................................... $145,000 2009 NH P2060/P1060/P1060 ................................................... $175,000 2015/2013 NH P2050/P1070 ...................................................... $230,000

2009 JD 635F .......................................................................................... $37,500 2007 JD 930D ......................................................................................... $38,000 2009 NH 94C .......................................................................................... $38,000 2012 NH 760CG .................................................................................... $41,000 2012 NH 94C .......................................................................................... $47,500

2011 MACDON D60S.......................................................................... $55,000 2014 HB SP30 ......................................................................................... $58,500 2014 HB SP30 ......................................................................................... $58,500 2013 NH 760CG .................................................................................... $59,000 2013 NH 760CG .................................................................................... $59,000 2012 Case IH 2152-40 ....................................................................... $59,500

2016 NH CR8.90................................................................................. $469,000

2013 HB SP30 ......................................................................................... $62,500

2015 NH CR9.90 721/575 hrs ..................................................... $505,000

2013 HB SP30 ......................................................................................... $67,500

2003 NH CX840 2630/1920 hrs ................................................. $110,000

2013 HB SP30 ......................................................................................... $67,500

2003 NH CX840 2188/1671 hrs ................................................. $115,000

2013 HONEYBEE SP36 ...................................................................... $67,500

2004 NH CX840 1890/1522 hrs ................................................. $120,000

2013 NH 880CF ..................................................................................... $74,500

2010 NH CX8080 981/764 hrs.................................................... $235,000

2014 JD 630D ......................................................................................... $77,500

2006 Miller/Nitro 2275HT 2500 hrs........................................ $109,000 2000 Hagie STS12 2721 hrs ......................................................... $109,000 2013 NH SP.365F 701 hrs.............................................................. $349,000 2015 NH SP.345F 269 hrs.............................................................. $420,000

2012 NH CX8080 998/766 hrs.................................................... $265,000

2014 Macdon FD75-40 ...................................................................... $87,500

MISC

2013 NH CX8080 758/582 hrs.................................................... $315,000

2013 MACDON FD75-40................................................................... $90,000

2013 NH CX8080 741/590 hrs.................................................... $315,000

2016 MACDON FD75-30 800 hrs .............................................. $103,500

2015 NH CX8080 660/511 hrs.................................................... $369,000

HAYING EQUIPMENT

2013 NH 260GMS ....................................................................................$2,500 2011 REM 2700 105 hrs .................................................................... $21,500 2013 Brandt 7000................................................................................. $49,500

2015 NH CX8080 654/508 hrs.................................................... $369,000

2003 CIH RBX562 ................................................................................. $11,500

2016 NH CX8.80 365/295 hrs ..................................................... $419,000

1997 JD 566 18000 hrs ...................................................................... $11,500

COMBINE HEADER

2004 Hesston 956 5421 hrs ............................................................ $16,000

2013 Michel’s ProTech.........................................................................$3,300

2005 NH BR780 ..................................................................................... $16,000

1995 HONEYBEE SP30 ...................................................................... $12,500

2012 NH H7150 .................................................................................... $17,000

2009 NH 76C .......................................................................................... $17,500

2011 MF 1375 ......................................................................................... $35,500

2000 HB SP36 ......................................................................................... $19,000

2016 Case IH RD163........................................................................... $43,500

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CONSIGNMENT 1996 HB SP30 ......................................................................................... $11,000 2014 Brandt 5200 21 hrs .................................................................. $21,000 2005 HONEYBEE SP36 ...................................................................... $30,000 2012 Brandt 5000................................................................................. $38,000 2000 JD 9650 4200/2769 hrs ......................................................... $75,000 2011 MACDON M150/D60 750 hrs............................................. $85,000 2008 NH SD440A/SC380 .................................................................. $87,000

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