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Alberta barley elections AGRI-NEWS SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

This year, Alberta Barley has two regional director positions (regions 1 and 2), and one director-at-large position open for election. Nominations for these positions must be received at the Alberta Barley office by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, October 31, 2014.

Alberta Barley holds its elections every fall during regional meetings. Any barley farmer is eligible to become a delegate or a director in 2014 so long as they have paid a service charge in 2012, 2013 or 2014 (according to Section 17 of the Alberta Barley Plan Regulation).

Alberta Barley is governed by a nineperson board of directors: Six representing individual regions and three directors-at-large. Following the annual general meeting each year, the board of di-

rectors elects the executive, which is made up of the chair and the vice-chair.

Balloting will take place at the regional meetings. Votes for regional directors will be tabulated and announced at the regional meetings, and votes for the director-at-large will be tabulated and announced at the December 2014 annual general meeting.

For more information, contact any Alberta Barley regional director.

For the Director nomination form or the Director-at-Large nomination form, visit http://www.agric.gov.ab.ca.

Region 1 – November 20, Bow Island – Joint meeting with Alberta Wheat Commission Bow Island Multiplex 502 Centre Street Bow Island, AB, T0K 0G0 One director and two delegate positions available

Region 2 – November 19, Three Hills – Joint meeting with Alberta Wheat Commission Three Hills Community Memorial Centre 222 Main Street Three Hills, AB, T0M 2A0 One director and five delegate positions available Region 3 – November 25, Lacombe – Joint meeting with Alberta Wheat Commission Lacombe Memorial Centre 5214 50 Ave Lacombe, AB, T4L 0B6 No open positions Region 4 – November 27, St Paul – Joint meeting with Alberta Pulse Growers Reunion Station 5101 50 Street St Paul, AB, T0A 3A1

Four delegate positions available Region 5 – November 18, Westlock – Alberta Barley meeting Westlock and District Community Hall 10711 104 Ave Westlock, AB, T7P 2E6 Three delegate positions available Region 6 – November 13, Grande Prairie – Joint meeting with Alberta Pulse Growers and Alberta Wheat Commission Holiday Inn & Suites Conference Centre, Grande Prairie 9816 107 Street Grande Prairie, AB, T8V 8E7 One delegate position available Note: One director-at-large position is available and can be nominated from regions 1, 2, 4, or 6 Contact: Cole Christensen Communications Manager 403-219-6253

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Alberta Canola Producers Commission looking for director nominations AGRI-NEWS SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

The Alberta Canola Producers Commission (ACPC) is seeking canola producers willing to be a Director of the ACPC. The elected Directors will represent canola producers in their region for a three year term. Elected directors may serve two consecutive terms.

This year nominations are required for ACPC regions 2, 5, 8 and 11.

Anyone who has paid the ACPC a service charge on canola sold since August 1, 2012 is an eligible producer and can stand for election as a Director. An eligible producer can be an individual, corporation, partnership or organization. Eligible producers must produce canola within the defined region in order to be nominated, but do not have to reside within the region.

For detailed descriptions about the ACPC regions where elections are being held visit the website or call the ACPC office at 1-800-551-6652.

Nomination forms are available from the ACPC office.

Nominations for the position of Director must be filed in writing at the ACPC office: #170, 14315-118 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, T5L 4S6

or by fax 780-451-6933 on or before October 31, 2014.

About the Regions: Region 2 is made up of the area that is included in the following: (a) County of Grande Prairie No. 1; (b) The Municipal District of Greenview No. 16; (c) Birch Hills County; (d) Saddle Hills County; (e) Municipal District of Spirit River No. 133; (f) any city, town, village or summer village that is encompassed by the area described in clauses (a) to (e).

Region 5 is made up of the area that is included in the following: (a) County of Thorhild No. 7; b) County of Barrhead No. 11; (c) County of Athabasca; d) Smoky Lake County; (e) Woodlands County; (f) Sturgeon County; (g) Westlock County; (h) any city, town, village or summer village that is encompassed by the area described in clauses (a) to (g).

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by Richard Kamchen Experts urge Prairie farmers planting winter wheat this fall to carefully consider the timing and quantity of fertilizer applications.

“One of the critical errors new winter wheat growers make is to either under-apply nutrients or apply them too late for the crop to maximize its yield potential,” says Janine Paly, a winter wheat agronomist with Ducks Unlimited Canada. “Winter wheat has a much higher yield potential than spring wheat, and therefore requires increased fertility.”

She notes winter wheat tests show it responds well to intensive management. From a risk management perspective, splitting nitrogen application between fall and spring may be an ideal strategy.

Doon Pauly, an agronomy research scientist with Alberta Agriculture, agrees. He says farmers should apply at least half the nitrogen in the fall so their winter wheat gets off to a good start.

“That way, if you are delayed getting fertilizer on in the spring, you haven’t sacrificed yield,” Pauly says.

He adds crops can benefit putting down even more than half in the fall.

He says Alberta producers traditionally seed winter wheat with very little fertilizer, applying most in the spring.

“Sometimes, however, producers get caught with not enough time in the spring to fertilize, or things get delayed, and yield is sacrificed,” Pauly says.

A general reluctance about fall fertilization comes from concern over winter losses. But in southern Alberta, the province’s traditional winter wheat growing area, the risk of overwintering nitrogen losses is low.

Major springtime snowmelts there are rare, which minimizes chances of experiencing the saturated soil conditions that would lead to de-nitrification, Pauly says.

Alberta producers seeded nearly 195,000 acres of winter wheat last fall and are expected to harvest 165,063 acres this autumn, according to Statistics Canada. About 70 to 75 per cent of the province’s winter wheat area is in traditional areas.

Paly says phosphorus will aid with winter survival by increasing the health of the roots, including the crown region.

“The general recommendation is to apply 20 to 25 pounds per acre of actual phosphate with the seed. By managing these nutrients appropriately, it will help aid in developing a well-established winter wheat crop in the fall,” she says.

Across the Prairies, farmers planted about 1.15 million acres of winter wheat last fall, with under 845,000 acres remaining in the spring, says StatsCan.

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Frost and feed crops AGRI-NEWS SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

With the recent downturn in weather conditions, knowing if you’re crops have been damaged and what to do about it is the first step in minimizing harvest loss.

Barry Yarmecio, beef and forage specialist at Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development says that a fluctuation of just a few degrees in temperature can change how producers should deal with the situation.

“Crops that have been covered in snow will show some physical damage with staining on the grain or bent over but once that snow melts the quality of that feed should be just as good as what it was before the snow,” Yaremcio says.

Snow is a great insulator and if crops were covered with 3”-4” of snow, the frost shouldn’t have hurt the plant. For those that have experienced frost, when temperatures fall to the -3C to -7C range, it’s a killing frost as those plants die as they don’t have the capability to

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accumulate nitrates compared to areas that had the -1C to -2C frost. In the case of a killing frost, nitrates are not a concern and that crop can be cut as soon as it’s convenient.

On the other hand, if producers have experienced the -1C to -2C frost, it’s a different story especially if there was a fair bit of manure or nitrogen applied to the crops this past spring. In this situation, producers should get in and cut the crops as soon as possible as in these light frosts, nitrate accumulation increases, peaking about 4-5 days after the frost.

Alternatively, if the weather returns to seasonal norms in the following two weeks and if the plants recover, nitrate levels will eventually go down and be back to within a normal level within 12-14 days.

Contact: Barry Yaremcio, Beef / Forage Specialist 310-FARM

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Your idea for a project to conserve and enhance local fish and wildlife may be eligible for funding. Read our Action Plans at www.fwcp.ca.

If you are interested in project funding: Submit a mandatory Notice of Intent Form by October 10, 2014. This will help make sure your project idea aligns with our Action Plans and enables early engagement of First Nations.

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All About The Volumes

Heading past the halfway point of September, the pace of the North American harvest picked up with excellent weather allowing crops to dry out from late growing season rains. That being said, the quality of the crop coming off is quite variable with reports of fields next to each other swaying a few grades one way or the other! As such, we’ve seen prices for higher quality crops spreading higher against their lower grade counterparts. For example, the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture said recently that 79 per cent of the provincial durum crop will fall into the bottom two grades! Thus, from what we’ve seen, prices have already adjusted to the variable quality so further increases may limited based on the fact that there’s record crops coming off across the world, especially (and obviously by now) in corn, wheat, soybeans.

Nonetheless, A.B.A.R.E.S., the Aussie U.S.D.A., trimmed its forecast of wheat and canola exports to five-and four-year lows respectively, on expectations that a smaller crop will be taken off. A.B.A.R.E.S. downsized its forecast for total wheat production last week by 360,000 to 24.23 million tonnes (U.S.D.A.’s at 25.5 million tonnes) and, from that, 18.1 million tonnes of that will get exported this year (U.S.D.A.’s at 19 million tonnes). As for canola, exports are forecasted to fall by 28 per cent year-over-year to 2.3 million tonnes, mostly because 10 per cent less crop is coming off than last year with only 3.39 million tonnes in 2014/15. All of this in mind, some chilly weather (read: frost) in Southern and Eastern Australia aren’t helping much a few weeks before their earliest-seeded stuff gets harvested.

Coming back to North America, recent applicable crop insurance acreage data out from the U.S.D.A.’s Farm Service Agency suggests more acres than previous thought, but also more acres were lost to prevented plantings. It comes as no surprise really that the biggest prevent plant states for corn and soybeans were in the northern U.S. regions, specially North Dakota & Minnesota, which saw a combined 834,000 acres of prevented plant corn (or 53 per cent of the total) and 517,000 acres of soybeans prevented plantings (or 61.5 per cent of the total). One thing to remember though is that the data from the F.S.A. is still incomplete and while the trade reacted strongly to the report, the real numbers to focus on will be out in October.

Finally, In an interesting move, C.P. Rail filed a lawsuit against the Canadian Transportation Agency & the Attorney General of Canada, stating that the new interswitching rules aren’t legitimate as the government “abused its discretion” and exceeded its jurisdiction” in changing things. Ag Minister Gerry Ritz balked at the lawsuit, saying that by extending the interswitching limit to 160km from the previous 30km, shippers have better access to rail competition.

C.P. is claiming the new rules will cost them $13 million in additional admin & operations and that it will actually make moving grain harder, not easier.

On top of this, C.N. Rail is getting a financial slap on the wrist for not meeting the weekly grain movement mandate. It seems that with most big elevators (read: easy-to reach grain) now serviced, the hard-to-reach business (i.e. producer cars and shortlines) isn’t generating the same volumes!

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Getting into Farming information session AGRI-NEWS SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development is holding the Getting into Farming Information Session for the Aspiring Farmer on October 30, 2014, at the Airdrie Agriculture Centre located at 97 East Lake Ramp NE in Airdrie. Session topics include an overview of agriculture, business planning, personal assessment, financial, land, and resources/education.

Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. with the event running from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cost is $25 per person and includes lunch.

To register, call the Ag-Info Centre at 1-800-387-6030.

Calving books, grain tickets, yearend supply invoices, harvested production reports (if a producer is in crop insurance) and deposit books are a good source of information.

Although the deadline is September, ideally the optimum time to start working on the supplementation forms is at tax time.

Pre-populated forms are available at district offices and on the AFSC website at www.afsc.ca Producers are encouraged to file online through myAFSC .

For more information contact the AFSC call centre at 1-877-899-2372.

Contact: Norm Gueutal Agriculture Financial Services Corporation 780-581-2340

AGRI-NEWS SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

The Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) is reminding farmers that the submission deadline for supplementation forms is Tuesday, September 30. Forms will be accepted after this date but a late filing penalty may apply.

If producers are in a claim position, they can file up to December 31 but would be subject to a penalty of $500 per month for every month that it is late. If there are no benefits payable, no penalty will apply.

Tips for producers completing the forms: Keep track of inventories at the end of your fiscal year. It is recommended to do a physical count if possible, write it down and make note of weight categories, quality issues, etc.

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Earth Talk: Ethanol production now considered worse for climate, consumers & farmers

By E/The Environmental Magazine Emagazine.com (MCT) Dear EarthTalk: I thought that putting ethanol in our gas tanks was going help fight climate change, but lately I've heard reports to the contrary. Can you enlighten? _ Bill B., Hershey, PA Ethanol and similar "biofuels" made from corn and other crops seem like a good idea given their potential for reducing our carbon outputs as well as our reliance on fossil fuels. But recent research has shown that the federal government's push to up production of cornderived ethanol as a gasoline additive since 2007 has actually expanded our national carbon footprint and contributed to a range of other problems.

U.S. corn producers started ramping up ethanol production in 2007 as a result of President George W. Bush's Renewable Fuels Standard (RFS), which mandated an increase in the volume of renewable fuel to be blended into transportation fuel from nine billion gallons in 2008 to 36 billion by 2022. Ethanol now makes up 10 percent of the gasoline available at filling stations.

But environmentalists now say that the promise of ethanol has turned out to be too good to be true. For

one, there is the issue of net energy produced. According to Cornell University ecologist David Pimentel, growing and processing corn into a gallon of ethanol requires 131,000 BTUs of energy, but the resulting ethanol contains only 77,000 BTUs. And since fossilfuel-powered equipment is used to plant, harvest, process and distribute ethanol, the numbers only get worse.

The non-profit Environmental Working Group (EWG) warns that continued production of corn ethanol is not only "worse for the climate than gasoline" but also bad for farmers, the land and consumers: "It is now clear that the federal corn ethanol mandate has driven up food prices, strained agricultural markets, increased competition for arable land and promoted conversion of uncultivated land to grow crops."

Additionally, the group reports that previous estimates "dramatically underestimated corn ethanol's greenhouse gas emissions by failing to account for changes in land use," citing a 2012 study documenting the conversion of eight million acres of Midwestern grassland and wetlands to corn fields for ethanol between 2008 and 2011. "These land use changes resulted in annual emissions of 85 million to 236 million metric tons of greenhouse gases," says EWG. "In light of these emissions, many scientists now question the environ-

mental benefit of so-called biofuels produced by converting food crops."

Given the potential negative impacts of so-much corn-based ethanol, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is reportedly weighing a proposal to cut the amount currently required by law to be blended into gasoline by 1.39 billion gallons. If the federal government decides to do this, it could lower U.S. carbon emissions by some three million tons _ equivalent to taking 580,000 cars off the roads for a year.

Meanwhile, researchers are trying to develop greener forms of ethanol, but none are ready for market yet.

"The lifecycle emissions of ethanol 'from seed to tailpipe' depend on how the ethanol is made and what it is made from," reports the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS). The best ethanol, they say, can produce as much as 90 percent fewer lifecycle emissions than gasoline, but the worst can produce much more. So there still may be room for ethanol in our energy future, but not if we keep doing it the way we are now. ___ (c)2014, E/The Environmental Magazine Distributed by MCT Information Services

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AGRI-NEWS SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

Labour issues are nothing new in the agriculture industry. An upcoming agriculture labour summit, is going to address the issue on a number of levels—from attracting and retaining labour, to a panel on skill and career development in agriculture.

There will be presentations on global trends and labour needs in Canadian agriculture; an update on the Labour Task Force report; a session on recruitment strategies and challenges; as well

as panel discussions on the Temporary Foreign Workers Program and skill and career development.

Details on the Agriculture Labour Summit can be found on the websites of Alberta Milk and Alberta Barley . The summit takes place October 30 in Red Deer at the Black Knight Inn. Please note that registration is limited to 200 participants.

Contact: Bryan Walton, chairman, Agriculture Industry Labour Council of Alberta 403-250-2509

Getting the most out of firewood AGRI-NEWS SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

Winter is fast approaching and for many people, that means using firewood to heat their homes. Jeff Renton, project manager with the Agroforestry and Woodlot Extension Society, said moisture content is key to firewood efficiency.

Ideal moisture content for burning is 15-20 per cent because with higher moisture content wood can be slower to ignite, produce greater amounts of smoke and it leaves more deposits in chimneys. More importantly, you aren’t getting the maximum heat delivery as much of the energy used is directed to drying out the wood.

Newly harvested wood typically contains 35-60 per cent moisture, but, if cut and left covered for a year to dry, should

reach a 15-20 per cent moisture content level. Other visual aids that can help identify when firewood is ideal for burning include darker wood, cracking in the wood, and when two pieces are hit together, you’ll hear a hollow sound.

Surface area and stacking are the most important considerations when drying wood out. “The smaller the piece, the more area that moisture can be lost through. Stacking in single rows, off the ground, will allow air flow on at least two sides of the split logs and having the stack in an open area where the sun can reach it for at least part of the day,” said Renton.

Contact: Jeff Renton, Project Manager Agroforestry and Woodlot Extension Society 780-643-6732

Rotary Club of Grande Prairie hosts South Africans Local Group hands over $10,000 to S.A. Youth Rehab Centre.

In November, 2013, a dozen Rotarians from our region travelled to South Africa on a Rotary Friendship Exchange, a reciprocal visit for fun, friendship and potential partnerships. The team included local Rotarians Kevin Hilgers, Vern Begalke and spouses. This month a team of Rotarians from that country are here. They are touring the region and Friday will attend the Rotary Club of Grande Prairie’s weekly meeting. They will be in for a surprise when the club hands over a check for $10,000 to the South Africans. Kevin Hilgers says “We toured several Rotary projects and one that stood out was the Golden Harvest Youth Rehab Centre.

It’s a free rehabilitation centre for substance dependent boys between the ages of 13 and 18 at North Gate, Johannesburg. When we came home from South Africa we asked the Rotarians there “Where can we help”. They identified a few needs but what caught our eye and fit our goals and budgets – was the need for a fitness room in that facility. The budget is $10,000 CDN. We asked the Rotary Foundation (Rotary Internationals charity largely supported by its worldwide membership) for a grant and received $4000. Our club was able to pitch in a further $6000. Although the RFE team knows we have “a check” for them – they are not aware of the amount. $10,000 is around 90,000 in local currency, a large amount. We really wanted to fund the whole fitness room of equipment.

Vern and I agreed a fitness facility would go a long way to add to the success of these young men. They indicated they would name the room after our Rotary club in fact if we could “help out”. The South Africans are here to enjoy learning about Canada, take in some sites, share time and ideas with Rotarians in Canada, and as a added bonus – receive some funding for one of their projects.

Contributed by Kevin Hilgers, Rotary Club of Grande Prairie

Annuals for Feed Field Tour Wednesday,

October 8th @ John Prinse’s Meet in the Field to Tour the crops at 3:00 pm

Addison Haddow Double Winner at this Year’s Dawson Creek Fall Fair

Presentations to begin at 3:30

Congratulations to Addison Haddow of Dawson Creek. She had the High Selling Steer and Grand Champion Carcass at this year’s Dawson Creek Fall Fair and Exhibition.

She is shown with Joe Loomis of Joe Loomis Trucking Ltd. (also of Dawson Creek, B.C.), purchaser of Addison’s steer.

Coffee & Snacks will be served!

We’ll be taking a look at corn, triticale and a cover crop for grazing

Give Monika a call to RSVP: 780-523-4033

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Garth from Gallagher will be in attendance to give a fencing demonstration and the Pioneer crew will be on hand for all of your corn grazing questions!

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GRAIN FUTURES REPORT

Contract Prices as of September 19, 2014 Open 406.3 412.2 417.4 Open 971’2 979’0 987’0 Open 32.78 32.98 33.20 Open 3286 3200 3170 Open

High 406.5 412.2 417.4 High 972’0 979’6 987’0 High 32.90 33.04 33.27 High 3286 3202 3170 High

Low 397.0 403.8 410.6 Low 956’0 964’2 971’4 Low 32.40 32.52 32.77 Low 3236 3154 3128 Low

Open 487’6 505’2 515’6 Open 568’2 576’4 580’2 Open 549’4 567’2 578’4 Open 340’6 327’2 319’0 Open 338’0 350’2 359’0 Open 0.9122 0.9098 0.9120

High 488’2 505’2 515’6 High 570’0 577’2 580’2 High 550’0 567’2 578’4 High 343’0 327’2 320’0 High 338’2 350’6 359’0 High 0.9167 0.9146 0.9120

Low 473’6 490’6 502’2 Low 557’4 564’0 567’4 Low 534’4 551’4 564’4 Low 336’2 320’0 316’0 Low 332’0 344’4 353’0 Low 0.9088 0.9071 0.9053

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Last 397.0 403.8 411.0 Last 957’2 965’6 972’6 Last 32.45 32.57 32.80 Last 3241 3158 3132 Last 125.00 125.50 126.50 Last 475’0 491’6 503’0 Last 559’4 566’0 569’4 Last 537’0 553’6 565’6 Last 338’0 322’4 317’0 Last 332’2 345’0 353’2 Last 0.9100 0.9076 0.9061

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Close 406.4 412.8 418.9 Close 971’4 979’4 987’0 Close 32.72 32.87 33.12 Close 3288 3203 3177 Close 123.50s 125.50s 126.50s Close 488’4 505’6 517’2 Close 569’6 577’2 580’6 Close 550’2 567’0 579’0 Close 342’2 328’0 321’2 Close 338’2 350’6 359’2 Close 0.9109 0.9089 0.9070

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Daily Grain & Feed Grain Report

Daily Grain Prices as of September 19, 2014 Canola (#1)

Calgary Edmonton Lethbridge Red Deer Rycroft Vegreville Barley

Calgary Edmonton Lethbridge Red Deer Rycroft Vegreville Yellow Peas (#2)

Calgary Edmonton Lethbridge Red Deer Rycroft Vegreville Feed Wheat (#3 CW)

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Today September 19, 2014 $8.70 ($8.68 - $8.72) $8.47 ($8.39 - $8.56) $8.66 ($8.36 - $8.97) $8.42 ($8.33 - $8.50) $8.43 ($8.31 - $8.54) $8.56 ($8.47 - $8.65) Today September 19, 2014 $2.85 ($2.78 - $2.92) $2.63 ($2.56 - $2.68) $3.09 $2.77 ($2.63 - $2.91) $2.08 ($1.86 - $2.31) $2.63 ($2.56 - $2.70) Today September 19, 2014 $6.54 ($6.48 - $6.60) $6.31 ($6.17 - $6.45) $6.26 $6.28 ($6.27 - $6.29) $6.28 ($6.13 - $6.42) $6.45 ($6.40 - $6.50) Today September 19, 2014 $3.83 ($3.50 - $4.16) $3.49 ($3.22 - $3.84) $3.83 $3.45 ($3.42 - $3.48) $3.50 ($3.32 - $3.67) $3.67 ($3.50 - $3.84) Today September 19, 2014 not available not available not available Today September 19, 2014 not available $2.47 not available not available not available $2.20

One Week Ago September 12, 2014 $9.04 ($9.04 - $9.04) $8.84 ($8.72 - $8.97) $9.20 $8.82 ($8.79 - $8.84) $8.63 ($8.62 - $8.64) $8.88 ($8.88 - $8.88) One Week Ago September 12, 2014 $2.90 ($2.89 - $2.92) $2.59 ($2.46 - $2.67) $3.20 $2.71 ($2.69 - $2.74) $2.03 ($1.97 - $2.09) $2.69 ($2.67 - $2.70) One Week Ago September 12, 2014 $6.55 ($6.50 - $6.60) $6.60 ($6.50 - $6.70) $6.50 $6.39 ($6.27 - $6.50) $6.28 ($6.13 - $6.42) $6.50 ($6.50 - $6.50) One Week Ago September 12, 2014 $3.96 ($3.75 - $4.16) $3.73 ($3.47 - $3.88) $4.08 $3.82 ($3.67 - $3.98) $3.75 ($3.67 - $3.83) $3.79 ($3.75 - $3.84) One Week Ago September 12, 2014 not available not available not available One Week Ago September 12, 2014 not available $2.55 not available not available not available $2.20

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Same Day Last Year September 20, 2013 $10.61 ($10.57 - $10.65) $10.47 ($10.43 - $10.52) $10.28 ($10.23 - $10.37) $10.44 ($10.40 - $10.49) $10.39 ($10.28 - $10.50) $10.35 ($10.30 - $10.41) Same Day Last Year September 20, 2013 $3.50 ($3.48 - $3.52) $3.38 ($3.20 - $3.55) $3.61 ($3.28 - $3.81) $3.36 ($3.33 - $3.39) $3.07 ($3.06 - $3.08) $3.36 ($3.27 - $3.46) Same Day Last Year September 20, 2013 $6.63 ($6.50 - $6.75) $6.69 ($6.65 - $6.74) $6.60 ($6.46 - $6.74) $6.62 ($6.58 - $6.66) $6.39 ($6.18 - $6.60) $6.52 ($6.45 - $6.59) Same Day Last Year September 20, 2013 $4.99 ($4.85 - $5.13) $4.94 ($4.80 - $5.13) $4.94 ($4.73 - $5.12) $5.02 ($4.92 - $5.13) $4.79 ($4.76 - $4.82) $4.94 ($4.75 - $5.13) Same Day Last Year September 20, 2013 $13.38 ($12.86 - $13.89) $13.59 not available Same Day Last Year September 20, 2013 not available $2.38 $2.64 $2.64 not available $2.50

Feed Grain Report for the Week of September 15-19, 2014 Feed Barley (288g per 1/2L, max of 15% moisture)

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Feed Peas (Max 4% fm allowable)

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Feed Wheat (58lbs/bu, Max 14.5% moisture)

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Feed Oats (#2CW)

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This Week Week of Sept 15, 2014

$3.57 ($3.53 - $3.66) $3.53 ($3.48 - $3.59) $3.11 ($3.05 - $3.18) $2.50 ($2.39 - $2.57) $3.57 ($3.53 - $3.59) $3.35 ($3.31 - $3.40) $2.98 ($2.92 - $3.05)

One Week Ago Week of Sept 8, 2014

$3.59 ($3.57 - $3.61) $3.57 ($3.53 - $3.59) $3.18 ($3.11 - $3.22) $2.53 ($2.44 - $2.63) $3.61 ($3.59 - $3.66) $3.40 ($3.35 - $3.42) $3.11 ($3.07 - $3.16)

Same Week Last Year Week of Sept 16, 2013

$3.83 ($3.79 - $3.92) $3.74 ($3.70 - $3.79) $3.35 ($3.22 - $3.51) $3.07 ($2.94 - $3.14) $3.90 ($3.81 - $3.96) $3.59 ($3.53 - $3.70) $3.66 ($3.59 - $3.72)

This Week

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Week of Sept 15, 2014

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$6.04 ($5.99 - $6.15) $6.10 ($5.93 - $6.21) $6.12 ($5.99 - $6.21) $5.31 ($5.17 - $5.50) $5.80 ($5.44 - $5.93) $5.85 ($5.66 - $5.96) $5.36 ($5.28 - $5.50) This Week Week of Sept 15, 2014

$4.49 ($4.44 - $4.63) $4.46 ($4.41 - $4.57) $4.46 ($4.35 - $4.57) $3.18 ($2.99 - $3.29) $4.49 ($4.44 - $4.57) $4.49 ($4.41 - $4.54) $4.22 ($4.14 - $4.30)

$5.99 ($5.93 - $6.10) $6.04 ($5.93 - $6.15) $6.15 ($5.99 - $6.26) $5.23 ($5.12 - $5.44) $5.88 ($5.39 - $6.04) $5.91 ($5.72 - $6.01) $5.33 ($5.23 - $5.39) One Week Ago Week of Sept 8, 2014

$4.54 ($4.49 - $4.63) $4.54 ($4.49 - $4.63) $4.57 ($4.49 - $4.63) $3.32 ($3.05 - $3.46) $4.52 ($4.49 - $4.57) $4.57 ($4.49 - $4.68) $4.19 ($4.14 - $4.35)

$6.64 ($6.26 - $6.86) $6.53 ($6.26 - $6.69) $6.59 ($6.40 - $6.75) $5.91 ($5.77 - $6.07) $6.18 ($5.85 - $6.48) $6.59 ($6.40 - $6.69) $6.34 ($6.12 - $6.45) Same Week Last Year Week of Sept 16, 2013

$5.63 ($5.44 - $5.85) $5.50 ($5.31 - $5.61) $5.36 ($5.31 - $5.44) $4.60 ($4.41 - $4.84) $5.44 ($5.31 - $5.55) $5.47 ($5.33 - $5.55) $5.23 ($5.03 - $5.39)

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Week of Sept 15, 2014

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Week of Sept 16, 2013

$2.62 ($2.53 - $2.68) $2.65 ($2.59 - $2.71) $2.56 ($2.50 - $2.64) $1.84 ($1.77 - $1.93) $2.70 ($2.59 - $2.75) $2.70 ($2.51 - $2.78) $2.48 ($2.34 - $2.54)

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$2.67 ($2.51 - $2.75) $2.81 ($2.65 - $2.87) $2.67 ($2.64 - $2.75) $1.90 ($1.82 - $2.10) $2.67 ($2.54 - $2.71) r001691330 $2.67 ($2.53 - $2.75) $2.51 ($2.42 - $2.65) r001691344

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Bar B Charolais George & Linda Bolin................................................. 250-785-5325 Briar Ridge Stock Farm Randy & Chris Haddow, Dawson Creek, BC ............. 250-786-5048 Chad & Leah Haddow Dawson Creek, BC ................ 250-784-3924 Clear Lake Charolais Tim & Loretta Fawcett, Tiger Lily, AB....................... 780-674-5992 E Z Ranch Everett Laboucan, Driftpile, AB ................................. 780-355-2179 JayDawn Farms Jason & Nicole McQuaig, Sexsmith, AB.................... 780-568-2647 Lazy S Charolais Roy & Erika Schweitzer, Beaverlodge, AB ................ 780-356-3611 Pro-Char Charolais David & Kristina Prokuda, Glenevis, AB ................... 780-665-3450 RDA Charolais Rick & Donna Alguire, High Prairie, AB ................... 780-524-2915 Rosebud Ranches Dan & Holly Schleppe, Progress, BC ......................... 250-786-5698 Spruce View Charolais Andrew & Effie Lakusta, Andrew, AB ....................... 780-365-2079 Wrangler Charolais Wade & Sherry Meakin, Westlock, AB ...................... 780-349-2982

GELBVIEHS

Milne’s Gelbvieh Harold & Bev Milne, Fairview, AB ............................ 780-835-2645

HEREFORDS

5 Star Herefords Cody Pugh, Cecil lake, BC ......................................... 250-781-3478 Aspen Ridge Stock Farm Jack & Jason Wells, Hythe, AB .................................. 780-356-2359 Benwyn Herefords Bill & Doug Bentley, Progress, BC ............................ 250-843-7575 Briar Ridge Stock Farm Randy & Chris Haddow, Dawson Creek, BC ............. 250-786-5048 Chad & Leah Haddow, Dawson Creek, BC ................ 250-784-3924 Eureka Hereford Farms Tom Basnett, Eureka River, AB .................................. 780-685-2102 Friesen Hereford Farms Chad & Anna Friesen, Grande Prairie, AB ................. 780-832-4068 Gold Stock Hereford Farms Charlie & Steven White, Beaverlodge, AB................. 780-354-3190 Gurtler Farms Garry Gurtler, North Star, AB ..................................... 780-836-2125 Hilltop Honey Ranch Brian & Dana Smith, Pouce Coupe, BC ..................... 250-786-5232 McElroy Polled Herefords John McElroy, Charlie Lake, BC ................................ 250-785-6074 PHK Herefords Philip Krahn, LaCrete, AB .......................................... 780-821-9409 Reber’s Polled Herefords Gerald & Sandy Reber, Woking, AB .......................... 780-774-2161 Serena & Kasey Reber, Woking, AB .......................... 780-774-2337 Spring Mountain Stock Farm Hotte & Villiger Families, Beaverlodge, AB .............. 780-354-2074

LIMOUSIN

BERCOL Limousin Bernie & Colleen Prefontaine, Edmonton, AB ........... 780-961-2403 Shawn & Adele Walsh ................................................ 780-921-3511

Blueberry Valley Farms Limousin Michael & Rebecca McCord, Mile 86.5 Alaska Hwy, BC ......................................... 250-772-5116 DC Farms Doug & Carolyn Johnson, Barrhead, AB.................... 780-674-4098 Dry Creek Ranch Gordon & Carla Harmon, Cecil Lake, BC.................. 250-781-3617 Excel Ranches Ron & Barb Miller, Cody & Amy Miller, Westlock, AB ............................ 780-349-2135 Fouillard Limousin Dan & Pam Fouillard, Thorsby, AB............................ 780-789-4055 Hillview Farms R & C Verbeek, Sturgeon County, AB ........................ 780-938-2173 Lakeroad Limousin Jim, Donna & Jackie Rowe, Worsley, AB .................. 780-685-2141 Pinnacle View Limousin Rob & Cheryl Swan & Erin & Eric Kishkan, Quesnel, BC ................................................................ 250-747-2618 Sequin Cattle Company Bob & Monica Sequin, Quesnel, BC .......................... 250-747-1331

RED POLL

Shadow Creek Red Poll Dean & Marsha Anderson, Fort St. John, BC ............. 250-827-3293

SALERS

Grundke Family Salers Werner & Debbie Grundke, Alberta Beach, AB ......... 780-924-2464

SHORTHORNS

Tamarack Shorthorns Alvin & Deanna Johnson, Brownvale, AB ................. 780-597-3973

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September 16 - 3,277

$360.00 $300.00 $262.00 $248.00 $238.00 $228.00 $210.00 $208.00

$385.00 $345.00 $300.00 $258.00 $255.00 $235.00 $227.00 $212.50

$300.00 $275.00 $250.00 $235.00 $230.00 $212.00 $205.00 $205.00

$370.00 $340.00 $295.00 $264.00 $252.00 $240.00 $226.00 $226.00

$300.00 $270.00 $230.00 $210.00 $200.00 $190.00 $180.00 $180.00

$382.00 $339.00 $290.00 $262.00 $260.50 $242.00 $223.00 $223.00

$310.00 $275.00 $245.00 $230.00 $220.00 $212.00 $200.00 $196.00

$340.00 $330.00 $258.00 $237.00 $230.00 $220.00 $214.00 $205.00

$280.00 $240.00 $225.00 $215.00 $210.00 $200.00 $195.00 $195.00

$330.00 $311.00 $255.00 $242.00 $232.00 $215.00 $210.00 $210.00

$300.00 $270.00 $220.00 $210.00 $190.00 $180.00 $180.00 $180.00

$350.00 $308.00 $270.00 $236.00 $231.00 $216.00 $213.00 $213.00

Sept 15 - 490 Head

Sept 18 - 1,160 Head

FEEDER STEERS 301 - 400 401 - 500 501 - 600 601 - 700 701 - 800 801 - 900 901 - 1,000 over 1,000

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$355.00 $335.00 $290.00 $252.00 $245.00 $228.00 $218.00 $203.00

$325.00 $315.00 $275.00 $240.00 $230.00 $216.00 $208.00 $190.00

$370.00 $335.00 $292.00 $267.00 $248.00 $231.00 $222.00 $206.00

$310.00 $260.00 $268.00 $249.00 $235.00 $217.00 n/a n/a

$328.00 $277.00 $276.00 $267.00 $249.00 $240.00 n/a n/a

FEEDER HEIFERS 301 - 400 401 - 500 501 - 600 601 - 700 701 - 800 801 - 900 901 - 1,000 over 1,000

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$335.00 $315.00 $256.00 $229.00 $225.00 $213.00 $208.00 $200.00

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$290.00 $292.00 $285.00 $281.00 $201.00 $189.00 n/a n/a

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Butcher Cows $105.00 $125.00 Butcher Bulls $122.00 $145.00 Feeder Bulls $125.00 $150.00

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Confident riders Confident riders come from knowledge and skills. The more you have of each, the more confident you will become.

In my Horse Development Program, I have a list of exercises or tests, whatever you would like to call them, that I want to see every horse pass before I go for a ride. The better we are as riders the lower the scores can be on the exercises. The worse we ride the better the scores have to be on the horse we ride.

Here are two examples of the tests or exercises I would like to see a horse pass before I ride.

A stick and string is a piece of equipment that I believe to be invaluable. Another piece of equipment that is equally valuable is a stick with a flag. The stick and string can be used for some things that the flag can’t be used for, and the flag can be used for some things that the stick and string can’t. Both of the exercises I’ll explain here with these two pieces of equipment have the same purpose: to make your horse braver.

Many horses spook when there is big movement or noise around them. They also can get jumpy when something different touches them, or they glimpse something unexpectedly in their peripheral vision.

First use the stick and string to rub the horse, then toss the string around and all over the horse until he relaxes. You need to continue to advance the exercise to the point that it doesn’t matter how much noise or how fast you move the stick and string, the horse remains relaxed while you are standing in all zones, or areas, around and next to the horse.

Start with something easy for them to understand and accept, then build on what they can handle. You want the horse to understand that big movements, loud noises in front, behind, or at his side, and the feel of things (in this case, the string) around his legs are all ok.

Use the stick and flag in the same manner with the same goals in mind.

The goal is to have your horse understand and accept these odd sounds and movements as nothing to worry about. Build a braver horse. A brave, confident horse can focus on the job you’re asking of them rather than spooking, snorting and getting tight because they believe their safety is in jeopardy.

These exercises help us progressively build the horse’s confidence.

The good news is that with proper timing, the stick and string and flag exercise can be working very well with almost every horse within an hour. It may take longer while the person is learning timing and rhythm.

Four or five proper sessions in a week’s time, and the horse will pass these tests with flying colors.

Bio – Glenn Stewart, a lifelong horse trainer and teacher. His headquarters The Horse Ranch is located near Ft. St. John, BC, where he does 4 day to 6 month horsemanship camps and he also does clinics across Canada, U.S. and around the world throughout the year. He has a fully develop stages program to help others advance on their horsemanship journey. For more information his clinics and schedule at www.thehorseranch. com or contact info@thehorseranch. com

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“Killing them with Kindness” Obesity in Small Animals SUBMITTED BY DR. TEGAN ALCE

October is obesity month at the Dawson Creek Veterinary Clinic. Obesity in our pets is one of the most common diseases that we come across as veterinarians in our patients. Varying statistics show that the majority of pets in North America are overweight and 25-45% of our cats and dogs are obese.

How does someone assess obesity? Veterinarians use a scoring system to gauge weight called a “Body Condition Score” system. It is a nine point scale, where a 1/9 would be an emaciated (extremely skinny) animal, a 5/9 is an ideal body condition score, and a 9/9 is morbidly obese. The veterinarian will assess fat covering over the ribs, lumbar spine, and tail head area. We will also assess how “tucked in” the waist of the animal is. An animal with an ideal body condition will have a noticeable waist, where obese animals will not. Overweight cats commonly get fat pads hanging underneath their abdomen, and overweight cats and dogs can also get fat deposits in other areas throughout their body. You can look up “body condition scoring” on the internet, and there are very good visual scales for you to gauge if your pet is overweight. Your veterinarian also assesses your pets’ body condition when we see them for their check-up exams.

What causes overweight animals? For the most part, the culprit is overfeeding and not enough exercise. Sometimes, we may be feeding a correct volume of pet food, but overdo it with people food or treats.

Another common thing is that when a pet is younger and active, they have a higher metabolism and burn more calories. As they gradually age, sometimes we forget to reduce their caloric intake as their metabolism and activity decreases. Spaying and neutering pets has many benefits, but one drawback is that it decreases their metabolic rate. As long as we are aware of it and reduce their caloric consumption, it generally is not an issue. Medical reasons for why a pet is overweight can include hypothyroidism, hyperadrenocorticism (Cushing’s disease), having an insulinoma (having a tumor of the pancreas), or reduced activity from pain- such as arthritis.

Why do we even care if an animal is a bit overweight? Purina® performed a life-long study in dogs, where half of the dogs were an ideal body condition for their life and half were overweight for their life.

The dogs that were an ideal body condition for their lives lived an average of 15% longer. In a lab sized dog this meant an extra 2 years of life. For breeds which are smaller than this or most cat breeds, this could equate to even more time than that.

Overweight and obese animals are also generally less healthy than other pets. They statistically have more orthopedic issues (arthritis, cruciate ligament injuries, mobility issues, etc.), endocrine diseases, re-

spiratory issues, cardiac issues, and more. These issues can affect the quantity and quality of an animal’s life.

Keeping your animals at an ideal weight through the course of their life is also best for you financially, as these pets generally need fewer trips to the vet and end up needing less food.

If you already have an overweight pet, where do you start? A good starting point is often a trip to your vet to get an accurate weight, body condition score, and also to see if your pet has signs of other issues which can make weight loss more difficult. They can also help give you an estimate of what your pet should weigh. Starting on a weight loss program in any animal should be gradual for it to be successful and to minimize health risks.

We generally recommend cutting the caloric intake by 20-25% and monitoring weight weekly. You can also try feeding your pet the recommended intake for their ideal body weight versus their overweight size.

If no results are seen after several weeks, another reduction in calories may be needed. The back of the bags or cans of pet food you have will say the amount of calories there are in a certain volume and they will usually have a breakdown of how much to feed for a certain weight. One of the easiest ways to help your pet with weight loss is cutting out any people food and treats from their diet. Reputable dog food is formulated to be a complete food having all the nutrients that an animal needs. If you have trouble feeding your pet their food exclusively, you can cut down their meal size and feed some kibbles as “treats” throughout the day. There are also many options for low calorie treats available on the market, or you can try giving certain vegetables to your dog (cats are carnivores) for treats too.

If your pet seems too hungry after you have reduced the amount of food, switching diets to a weight loss diet can really help. Weight loss food is lower in calories, nutritionally complete, and bulkier than normal food; giving the feeling of being fuller, while still consuming fewer calories. Certain weight loss foods also offer online weight loss programs so that they will tell you exactly how much to feed, what weight loss results you should be seeing, and what time frame you should be seeing it in. Please feel free to inquire if you are interested in starting a weight loss diet and would like your own weight loss plan made up for your pet.

Just like with people, increasing exercise will speed weight loss. If you notice that your pet is having mobility or orthopedic issues there are many different approaches to aid in their comfort and activity. Low impact, regular exercise such as walking and swimming can improve strength, comfort, and aid in weight loss. Strengthening exercises, laser therapy, omega 3 fatty acid and glucosamine supplementation, Cartrophen injections, various anti-inflammatories, and occasionally surgery can help many animals become

Dawson Creek Veterinary Clinic October is Obesity Month We have partnered with Purina® to bring you and your furry friend a Weight Management Program. Come in and speak to one of our veterinarians to be enrolled and receive your personalized program. Remember, there may be more of them to love but less time to love them. www.dcvet.ca

more comfortable so that they can exercise and lose weight. If you feel that pain is related to weight loss difficulties, feel free to ask your veterinarian how to get started.

Sometimes endocrine diseases, particularly hypothyroidism, can make it difficult for a pet to lose weight. Hypothyroidism affects the production of hormones produced from the thyroid gland in the neck region. The thyroid gland plays a major role in our metabolism. A reduced production of thyroid hormones can really slow down our pets’ metabolisms and make them predisposed to obesity. Fortunately, hypothyroidism can be tested for with blood tests.

Hypothyroidism is treated with oral thyroid hormone supplementation, which should restore the hormone balance in the body to where it should be. To get it back to the normal range of hormones, sometimes repeat blood tests need to be performed to measure the thyroid hormones.

Diet, age, activity level, breed, and other health issues can all contribute to being overweight. Catching your pet while they are just slightly overweight and getting them back to a healthy weight is one of the easiest ways to minimize obesity over the course of their life. If you would like more information about obesity, would like a complementary “weigh in” at the clinic, or would like more information about our obesity month promotions and program, please feel free to contact the Dawson Creek Veterinary Clinic. www.dcvet.ca

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Round Rock Ranching CCA’s 2014 TESA Recipient Calgary-AB - The Canadian Cattlemen’s Association (CCA) is pleased to announce Round Rock Ranching of Alberta as the 2014 recipient of The Environmental Stewardship Award (TESA). The fifthgeneration family farm is operated by Sean McGrath along with his wife Tanya and their three children in partnership with Sean’s parents, Fred and Anne McGrath. The McGrath family received the national honour today in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, in a special event following the CCA’s 2014 SemiAnnual Meeting and Town Hall.

In accepting the TESA, Sean McGrath thanked the other provincial environmental stewardship award winners and fellow TESA nominees for inspiring him to do more. “To be totally honest with you I’m going to steal a whole bunch of ideas and take them home,” he said.

CCA Environment Committee Vice Chair Bob Lowe presented the McGrath’s with a $1,000 cheque

and an engraved belt buckle. “The McGraths have demonstrated a thoughtful and strategic approach to stewardship that has resulted in significant benefits to the land as well as the operation’s bottom line.”

Round Rock Ranching was selected for, among other things, implementing innovative techniques, like various offsite watering systems, while practicing beneficial management practices, resulting in outstanding environmental stewardship. Stewardship on tame pasture stands, for instance, has extended stand life and allowed for significantly increasing and maintaining production on those lands with limited inputs. The ranch has also adopted practices such as bale grazing, the use of portable wind fence, and fuel efficient vehicles for daily operations to reduce energy use and costs. Winter feeding methods also significantly reduce electrical demands on the ranch.

Numerous recycling efforts have been implemented for twine, used oil containers, used oil, and old wire.

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“Cow-Calfenomics is an information session designed for Alberta’s beef producers. The series focuses on enhancing farm business management knowledge and demonstrating tools available to enhance decisionmaking skills. This year’s seminar theme is Seizing Opportunities in the Alberta Cow-Calf Sector.”

The seminar brings lots of information, ideas, and opportunities for producers to add to their management “tool kit” – making better choices based on better information, says Verstraete. “Equally important is the chance for producers to engage and interact with peers, helping turn information into action.”

Topics include: Meat and Cattle Fundamentals for Herd PlanningOpportunities and Threats to Expanding the Cow Herd Linking Pasture Systems to Optimize Beef Performance and Profit

The Cost of Bred Heifers Managing Prosperity in the Beef Industry A Helping Hand; Human Resources Strategies for the Ranch and Farm A Producer’s Perspective; Innovative Business Models Cow-Calfenomics will be held across the province in six different locations: November 25, 2014, Medicine Hat November 26, 2014, Lethbridge November 27, 2014, Olds College January 20, 2015, Grande Prairie January 21, 2015, Barrhead January 22, 2015, Vermilion To register, call the Ag Info Centre at 1-800-3876030. The registration fee is $25 and includes lunch (students receive free admissions with advanced registration). For more information visit the following link: http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$department/deptdocs. nsf/all/sis14730 Contact: Abby Verstraete Farm Business Analyst, Agriculture and Rural Development 780-422-1834

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ing animal welfare and performance; filtering, trapping, absorbing or redirecting livestock farm emissions to minimize the impact on neighbours and surrounding area; preventing snowdrift; and helping with reducing heating and cooling costs on livestock farms.

The first edition is an overview of shelterbelts, the second one focuses on planning, planting and maintenance required and the third one is a planning workbook to assist farmers with planning out their shelterbelts.

Edeogu also said that there’s an on-farm stewardship Growing Forward 2 program that can financially support farmers who want to plant shelterbelts. For more information please click here.

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The Environmental Stewardship Division of Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development (ARD) has recently released a series of three publications on shelterbelts for livestock farms in Alberta.

Ike Edeogu, technology development officer at ARD said the publications are a result of agricultural producers wanting to know how to better manage certain livestock emissions including ammonia, dust and odour.

“A short list of better management practices was developed to see where emission reduction could be attained and shelterbelts were determined to be the best way to achieve lower emissions,” Edeogu said. He added that shelterbelts are particularly beneficial to a

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Alberta Stables Association formed AGRI-NEWS SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

The Alberta Stables Association (ASA) has officially converted from a partner directed initiative, to a registered non-profit association for stables. The new association of stables reinforced their mandate with subsequent release of the, much anticipated, Standards of Operations manual for stables. This valuable manual was developed for all stable owners and operators alike.

The newly formed ASA aims to involve as many members of Alberta’s stable community as possible, in order to create a solid voice for their unique industry. The draft of the manual was available to be viewed and content recommendations made until

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erate the content needed for inclusion.

The mission of the newly formed ASA remains true: To strengthen Alberta’s stables by promoting safety, animal welfare and sound business practices as well as providing support, education and marketing opportunities for the stable industry. The ASA will also address the many economic and demographic challenges that stable operators face in Alberta. It is anticipated that the Standards of Operations manual will further assist stables in these areas.

The ASA is offering the Standards of Operations manual complimentary, for a limited time, on their website.

Contact: Heather Matheson-Bird Alberta Stables Association Suite 403-554-7542

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March 5th, 2014. Every facet of the stable industry in Alberta including: stable owners, operators and managers as well as stable staff and clients were asked to provide input.

ASA project coordinator, Heather Matheson-Bird asserts “Public participation was critical in our effort to ensure that this manual reflects a collective understanding of an equine facility’s intrinsic expectations and recommended practices in Alberta. Everyone was encouraged to provide comments and suggestions about the manual and we truly appreciate those who took the time to give us their important feedback.” In addition, two public forums were held in fall of 2013 to discuss the content for this manual in Edmonton at Farmfair International as well as at Spruce Meadows in Calgary. These public consultation periods helped guide the direction of this manual and helped to gen-

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From the September 15, 2014 Issue of AgriNews The Interfaith Food Bank Society of Lethbridge has a new pilot project designed to help food bank clients.

Project Protein sources meat from the livestock industry to be processed into ground meat for food bank clients. The project will rely on beef and pork

for the program that can then be implemented into other southern Albertan food banks.

The program is accepting livestock donations (beef or pork), financial contributions and sponsorships, and has received funding for one year from the provincial Community Initiatives Program.

This funding will be used for the processing of the

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Roy and Erika Schweitzer Box 743, Beaverlodge, AB T0H 0C0

Shadow Creek Red Polls

• Maternal traits with light birth weights • Dual purpose – high milk production • Registered Breeding stock for sale.

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100 COWS PLUS 20 BRED HEIFERS Due to start calving March 15, 2015 This is a one iron cow herd.

We have been building this herd for 32 years and have always used top quality bulls.

All the bulls used for the last 2 years are sparrow bloodline bulls.

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livestock and for creating a sustainable program that can be used by other food banks without additional funding needed to support it.

For more information, contact Project Protein coordinator Thressa Bens at 403-320-8779.

Contact: Thressa Bens 403-320-8779

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livestock donations from local farmers, ranchers and feedlot operators. The donators will transport their animals to a participating abattoir, and will then receive a charitable tax receipt for the fair market value of the weight of the ground product.

The project coordinators aim to create a model and communication plan

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Wolf program for livestock farmers FARM CREDIT CANADA SEPTEMBER 19, 2014

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by Neil Billinger The Saskatchewan Cattlemen’s Association (SCA) supports a new program to control the wolf population in the northeast corner of the grain belt.

The wolf hunt pilot project will last until the end of March in wildlife management zone 49, which runs from Carrot River to Greenwater Lake Provincial Park and then east along the forest to Hudson Bay. There are 100 licenses available from the Ministry of Environment, for Saskatchewan residents only.

Livestock producers in the Weekes and Somme areas have suffered significant losses due to wolves over the past two years. The rural municipality of Porcupine reports wolves killed more than 300 calves, 30 cows and 10 colts. The estimated value was over $700,000.

Similar numbers this fall and winter would generate larger financial losses, “especially with $1,200 to $1,500 calves,” says Paula Larson, SCA chair. “If you lose two or three, it adds up into some significant dollars.”

Cattle producers can receive compensation through Saskatchewan Crop Insurance, but the kill sites can be

difficult to identify.

“If there’s more than one wolf and a young animal, they can clean that up overnight. If most of the carcass is dragged away, there’s very little proof of loss.”

SCA says wolf predation is becoming a serious issue in areas along the forest fringe. The wolves are moving south as well. Larson, who lives near D’Arcy, reports seeing what she believes were three wolves in her area this spring.

“They didn’t look or act like coyotes. I’m in west central Saskatchewan and I’ve heard other people talk about them. That means they are moving out of their natural habitat and to me that suggests overpopulation.”

Porcupine implemented a wolf bounty program last winter. In an interview in March, the municipality’s reeve, Dean Lanning, said, “I think the wolves have cleaned up a lot of the deer. We don’t see near the number of deer we used to have here.” The next thing the wolves do is go after cattle, which is easy for them to do, he added.

Over the coming months, the Ministry of Environment will work with landowners, municipalities and the Saskatchewan Trappers Association to evaluate the wolf hunt pilot program.

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Can you operate on less sleep? It's in the genes Sarah Knapton for Postmedia

Margaret Thatcher was renowned for surviving on just four hours of sleep a night and now scientists may have found the source of her extraordinary ability.

Researchers have discovered that a gene variant allows some people to function normally on far less than the recommended minimum amount of sleep.

American scientists at the Centre for Applied Genomics in Philadelphia discovered that people carrying the particular gene variant were able to function on fewer than five hours of sleep per night.

The researchers studied 100 sets of twins. The study revealed that those with the variant slept for less time than those without it, and were also far better at mental tasks after being deprived of sleep.

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“This study emphasises that our need for sleep is a biological requirement, not a personal preference,” said Dr Timothy Morgenthaler.

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Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development (ARD) is offering three different apiculture extension courses for both new and seasoned apiarists.

BEGINNERS BEEKEEPING COURSE Course Outline: 2 Days of class work in November or March and a ½ day of hands on work in May. This 2 1/2 day course is for beginner (wanna be(e) keepers) focuses on the biology and management of honey bees in Alberta. Based on this knowledge, students will learn the practical aspects of purchasing bees, assembling equipment, seasonal management, pest and disease management, handling bees safely, production, extraction, and selling honey. It includes hands on sessions that will train students on how to start and become active beekeepers.

This course is for beginning beekeepers only.

This course takes place in Airdrie November 2829, 2014 and concludes with the field day on May 9, 2015. The Edmonton session takes place November 21-22, 2014 and concludes with a field day on May 9, 2015.

Register early! Class size is limited to only 35 participants. To register, please call toll-free 1-800387-6030 or click here for more information..

HONEY FOOD SAFETY WORKSHOP What’s the Buzz about Honey? This is a one-day workshop that focuses on the safe use of agricultural chemicals and implementation of On Farm Food Safety Program and biosecurity practices in your beekeeping business in beekeeping. The workshop includes information on the production of quality safe honey; residues; and the proper use, handling and storage of agricultural chemicals. This workshop also includes information on the federal Food and Drugs Act that governs honey and hive products. Bee

biosecurity activities that can be done to minimize the risk of introducing and spreading disease and pests are included.

Register now as seating is limited. Deadline for registration is five days prior to each workshop. This course takes place in Airdrie on March 12, 2015 and in Edmonton on March 19, 2015.

For more information or to register please call 1-800-387-6030.

INTERMEDIATE BEEKEEPING SHORT COURSE This one-day advanced course is designed as the next step for beekeepers that have a basic understanding of beekeeping and have kept honey bees for at least one full year. It focuses on reviewing the biology of honey bees through the seasons. It also includes improvement of management practices for swarming control, making nuclei (splitting colonies), feeding, and wintering. The participants will also learn about pest diagnoses and best practices of what to do and why for pest management based on Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles. Production of quality honey that meets consumers’ expectations is discussed.

It is not mandatory but strongly recommended that participants take our Beginners Beekeeping class first and have kept bees for at least one year. General beekeeping and basic understanding of the biology of honey bees will not be covered.

Register early! Class size is limited to only 30 participants. This course takes place in Edmonton February 21, 2015 and in Airdrie February 28, 2015.

To register or for more information please call 1-800-387-6030.

Contact: Ag-Info Centre 310-FARM

Dan: (250) 630-2146 Cell: (250) 261-3955 Dan & Trudy Loewen & family Altona, BC (1 hour north of Fort St. John)

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Yearling Bulls & Heifers for Sale Ken & Rebecca Mackenzie & Family Tel: 780-836-2049 • Box 35, Deadwood, AB TOH 1A0

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16th Annual Red Deer Swine Technology Workshop This workshop will communicate information on practical pig production primarily to producers, managers and people working in the barn, with the aim of improving productivity and reducing costs. As such, it has a unique position in the pork industry calendar and is clearly differentiated from the Banff Pork Seminar, the Alberta Pork Congress and other events.

The agenda is full of practical information that can make a real and immediate impact on farm, as well as a fascinating account of a producer’s life with PED. The event takes place Wednesday, November 5, 2014 in the Exhibition Hall at the Sheraton Hotel in Red Deer.

Early Bird rate (before October 17th) - $80.

Registration Package (5 for the price of 4) - $320.

Late/Walk-in rate - $100 .

Click here to register or for more information call Geoff Geddes at 780440-8460 or Lisa Doyle at 403-2447821.

As with previous workshops, the education program is accompanied by a trade show.

Agenda 8:15 am - 8:50 am - Registration 8:50 am – 9:00 am - Introduction

9:00 am - 9:30 am - Alberta Pork’s Benchmarking Survey – (Murray Roseke) 9:30 am – 10:00 am - What’s New Little Piggy, What New Products Are There? (Ken Engele) 10:00 am – 10:05 am - Booth Introductions 10:05 am – 10:25 am - Coffee Break 10:25 am – 11:10 am - Pigs are Simple People…Not! Cross Cultural Communication 11:10 am - 11:50 am - Best Bang for Your Buck! What Will Give You the Best Return for Barn Maintenance? (Murray Elliott) 11:50 am – 12:00 pm - Booth Introductions 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm - Lunch 1:00 pm – 1:10 pm – Booth Introductions 1:10 pm – 2:00 pm – PED & PED followed by SDCV - A Producer’s Account of Life with PED (Steve Stitzlein) 2:00 pm - 2:20 pm – Coffee Break 2:20 pm – 2:50 pm - Take a Walk with Dr. Madonna – A New Poster Aid to Identifying Sick Piglets 2:50 pm – 3:30 pm - What Makes Our Barn Successful – “Boar Pit” Panel Discussion Contact: Geoff Geddes , Communications Coordinator, Alberta Pork 780-440-8460

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Harvested crop samples AGRI-NEWS SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

When it comes to marketing, it’s important to know the product. And this is never more important than when selling crops.

“Some crops are more complex than others to grade,” says Neil Blue, market specialist, Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development, Vermilion. “For example, canola is typically graded based on appearance, smell, moisture content, inseparable weed seeds and foreign matter as well as percentage of seeds with distinctly green color or heat damage when crushed. Some buyers may also test for oil content in canola seed. Wheat grades include type, appearance factors, inseparable seeds, ergot, and foreign material, as well as protein content and sometimes

falling number.”

Obtaining a representative sample of the product is an essential part of marketing, says Blue. The goal is to have a sample that has the same characteristics as the large volume of product that it represents.

“Taking samples as harvested grain is placed into storage is a practical way to obtain a representative sample for each bin. Commercial samplers or homemade samplers have a similar design, such as a small can on the end of a stick. As the grain is flowing, pass the cup along the stream of grain at regular intervals and dump it into a larger container. Try to take a consistent number of cup samples relative to the larger grain volume from each load. After a bin is full, mix the grain well in the sample pail and keep part of that mixed sample as the repre-

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sentative sample for that bin. Make sure that you keep a large enough sample to use in distributing the sample to different graders. Keep the sample in a sealed container labelled to identify the source bin.

This container should keep out rodents and insects and preserve representative moisture content to maintain sample integrity.”

Producers should be aware of the Harvest Sample Program that the Canada Grain Commission (CGC) offers, says Blue. “This program gives producers a free unofficial grade on samples from the current year’s crop. Producers can submit samples of newly harvested crop prior to November. Upon registering with the commission by phone, e-mail or via their website, they will send participating producers a personalized kit, including postage-paid envelopes for the samples. The toll-free registration phone number is 1-800-853-6705, and the commission is welcoming new registrants.

Up to eight samples per producer are eligible for this free service. Producers fill the envelopes with representative grain samples and mail them to the CGC. The Harvest Sample Program can be used for cereal grains, pulses, canola, flaxseed, mustard seed and soybeans. Upon grading of the submitted samples, grade results are retrievable via phone, e-mail or through the CGC internet site.”

Alternatively, the Canadian Grain Commission’s submitted sample service is available to producers year-round for a fee. Under this program, producers receive a certificate that shows:

grade (including main degrading reason if relevant) dockage moisture (if sample is received in a moisture-proof container) protein content for wheat samples by request oil, protein and chlorophyll content for canola oil, protein content and iodine value for flaxseed oil and protein for mustard seed and soybeans “Records of the stored crop samples should be maintained, together with comments and reminders applicable to each bin,” adds Blue. “As grade assessments are gathered from various buyers, note those assigned grades in your records. You may find that not all buyers give the same grade to a sample, and that information becomes a factor in your marketing decision. If you use the Canada Grain Commission grading service, consider their assessment of grade to be the base grade for that crop sample. Once you have gathered grade information, you can then work on determining the best outlet for that crop from a grade point of view, and recognizing that the net farm gate price and payment security will likely be the major factors in your final marketing decision.”

Contact Neil Blue 780-853-8104

Vold Jones & Vold Auction Co. Ltd. Dawson Creek, BC

‘Since 1957’

Bonded & Licensed Livestock Dealers

SALES EVERY THURSDAY @ 10:00 A.M. – INTERNET MARKET REPORT: www.vjvauction.com Canadian Satellite Web Site: www.cslauction.com – Email: dawson@vjvauction.com

MARKET REPORT On Thursday September 4, 2014 1121 head of cattle went through Vold Jones Vold Auction in Dawson Creek.

SLAUGHTER CATTLE D1 - D2 Cows D3 - D4 Cows Holstein Cows Heiferettes Bologna Bulls Feeder Bulls

115.00-128.00 102.00-112.00 N/A 125.00-135.00 127.00-148.00 130.00-150.00

Good Bred Cows Good Bred Heifers Cow/calf pairs younger Cow/calf pairs older Older Cows Milk Cows

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STOCKERS & FEEDERS Good Feeder Steers 1000 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 900 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 800 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 700 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 600 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 500 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 400 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 300 lbs Plus:

190.00-206.00 208.00-222.00 216.00-231.00 230.00-248.00 240.00-267.00 275.00-292.00 315.00-335.00 325.00-370.00

Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers

180.00-200.00 190.00-208.00 195.00-213.00 210.00-225.00 215.00-229.00 235.00-256.00 280.00-315.00 310.00-335.00

For more info go to www.vjvauction.com

Fall Sales Calendar

October 2014 Thursday, Oct. 2 Monday, Oct. 6 Thursday, Oct. 9 Monday, Oct. 13 Thursday, Oct. 16 Monday, Oct. 20 Thursday, Oct. 23 Monday, Oct. 27 Thursday, Oct. 30

Regular Sale Calf & Yearling Sale Regular Sale NO SALE ON THIS DATE Regular Sale Angus Calf & Yearling Sale Regular Sale Simmental & Charolais Calf & Yearling Sale Regular Sale

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November 2014 Monday, Nov. 3 Thursday, Nov. 6 Monday, Nov. 10 Thursday, Nov. 13

Bred Cow & Heifer Sale Regular Sale NO SALE ON THIS DATE Regular Sale

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SPECIAL HORSE SALE DATES Saturday, Sept 27

Old Baldy Ranch Production Horse Sale

1:00 p.m.

Contact Our Reps For Current Market Trends, Prices, Booking Of Cattle Into The Auction Mart Or Satellite Sales

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ALBERTA: NEIL CAMPBELL Rycroft: 780.765.3054 (c)780.814-4113

BRITISH COLUMBIA: ART PATTERSON Dawson Creek: 250.782.6500 (c) 250.784.4307

BRITISH COLUMBIA: RON KRAMER Fort St. John: 250.827.3245 (c) 250.793.2713

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Ag research funding from GF2 FARM CREDIT CANADA SEPTEMBER 19, 2014

by Trudy Kelly Forsythe Researchers will be busy on projects benefiting several agricultural sectors across Canada. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada made funding announcements for a number of research initiatives last week.

Bio-products Bioindustrial Innovation Canada in Ontario will receive $7 million for the first ever national bio-products cluster.

By connecting technology development projects across the country, the cluster will help bridge the gap between research and market-ready products. This should create opportunities for Canadian farmers and find ways to use farm waste at a profit.

Researchers will also develop “new varieties of wheat, rye and triticale that can be used to produce high-value biochemicals and bioenergy,” according to a government release.

Livestock genetics The Canadian Livestock Genetics Association will receive $1.6 million to help develop new global markets for Canada’s dairy, sheep and goat sectors.

Through promotion, training and education, CLGA will differentiate Canadian genetics from its competitors around the world. The goal is to increase the sale and export of dairy genetics by 10 per cent by 2015. The total market is currently valued at over $123 million.

All funding is from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s Growing Forward 2 program.

Bees The Centre de recherche en sciences animales de Deschambault will receive over $250,000 for research into optimizing the profitability of honeybee colonies and maintaining healthy bee populations in Canada’s agri-

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THE CATTLE MARKET IS VERY STRONG. Levi Pedgerachny and his staff at Sekura Livestock/Triple J would like to extend and invitation to all Northern Alberta and British Columbia ranchers to market your livestock through their facility in Westlock, Alberta.

Sekura Livestock/Triple J offers:

Large comfortable feed and water pens • Capacity to hold 3,500 head sales • Show alley pre-sort to single owner cattle • 12-15 order buyers at every sale Give us a call today to market your livestock!

Manager: Levi Pedgerachny (780)349-1446 Fieldman: Wade Schaupmeyer (780)305-4104

Regular cattle sales held every Thursday Next sale:

Thursday, October 2 – 9:00 a.m.

Thursday, October 9 – 9:00 a.m.

Thursday, October 16 – 9:00 a.m.

Angus influence calf sale: Thursday, October 23 – 9:00 a.m.

Bred cow and heifer sale: Saturday, October 25 – 10:00 a.m.

Regular sheep and goat sales on the first and third Mondays of every month

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for the future commercialization of feed additives to make bees healthier and more productive.

Soybeans La Coop fédérée will receive $182,500 for a fouryear research project. The goal is to enhance soybean breeding and seed quality as well as to provide Canadian farmers and food processors with new varieties better suited to their needs.

Special Cattle Sales

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cultural regions.

The project focus is on developing sustainable alternative strategies to control some particularly insidious diseases responsible for major losses of bee colonies, says Jean-Paul Laforest, CRSAD president, in a media release.

Researchers will test the effects of probiotic supplements on bee health. This is expected to pave the way

Next sale

Monday, October 6 – 11:00 a.m.

Monday, October 20 – 11:00 a.m.

Regular horse sales on the third Saturday of each month Next sale

Saturday, October 18 – Tack at 10 a.m., Horses at 1:00 p.m.

Saturday, November 15 – Tack at 10 a.m., Horses at 1:00 p.m.

We’re not just building a business, we’re building a reputation!

TRIPLE J LIVESTOCK LTD. Westlock Alberta

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL OUR OFFICE 780-349-3153

Check Out Our website: www.triplejlivestock.com

The next issue of the Northern Horizon: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2014 Deadline for display ads:

Deadline for all classified ads:

WED, OCT 1, 2014

FRIDAY, OCT 3, 2014

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Fax: 250.782.6300 • Email: horizon@dcdn.ca

Janis Kmet BC Sales Rep 250-782-4888 jkmet@dcdn.ca

Dan Przybylski 250-782-4888 horizon@dcdn.ca

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YOU CAN’T ARGUE WITH RESULTS The impressive grain quality and harvesting capacity of New Holland CR Series Twin Rotor® combines are the result of nearly 40 years of rotor technology and field experience. CR combines are a SMART choice because they handle grain more efficiently from the tip of the header until your grain is in the bin.

• Fast Twin Rotor® threshing and separating • Self-leveling cleaning system with • Intelliview™ IV color • SCR tier 4 engines for maximum Opti-fan for fast, efficient cleaning touchscreen monitor capacity at all times • State-of-the-art Harvest Suite™ cab

TRACTORS NH T6070, FEL, FWA ............................................ $78,000 NH TJ425 4wd ............................................... $149,500.00 NH TV 140 bi-directional, ldr, grpl...................... $49,500 NH T4040 w/cab, FWA, loader, 340 hrs .............. $68,000 Kubota M135 mfd,ldr/grple, 1275...................... $75,000 Kubota KX057-4GA excavator ............................ $71,000 John Deere 3400 Telehandler ............................. $37,000 Landini MY110, mfwd......................................... $33,500 Versatile 435 w/900 duals 2800hrs ................... $155,000 Versatile 435 w 900 duals, pto, 3000hrs .......... $155,000

HAYING Round Balers NH BR780, 5 in stock ........................... $12,000 - $18,900 NH BR7090, 4 in stock ........................... $27,000-$41,000 NH BR780A .......................................................... $25,000 NH BR780A .......................................................... $12,600 Haybines/Discbines/Mo-Co’s NH 499 12 ft haybine ............................................ $5,500 NH 1411 10’6 discbine ......................................... $14,000 NH 499 (2010) ...................................................... $21,000 CIH 8360, 12 ft Haybine ........................................ $5,500 JD 946 13ft discbine, 2005 .................................. $15,000 Miscellaneous Haying Equipment 2 - Haybuster 2650 & tank .................................. $20,000

AIRCARTS & DRILLS NH SD440 w/ SC380 TBT vari,dbl shoot 51ft 9” stl................................................... $95,000 Case 620 Self Transport ......................................... $1,500 FC 3450 air carts, TBH vr & mech (2) ............. $29-36,000

SPRAYERS NH SF216 100ft .................................................... $29,000 Apache 1220, 2014 120’ Prommier Boom ......... arr. soon FC S67 S-boom 120ft ........................................... $26,000 FC S67 S-boom, 800gal, autorate ....................... $26,000

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TILLAGE

Riteway 8055 Heavy Harrow, 55’........................ $24,000

Summers Heavy Harrow, 60’ ............................... $22,000 Landoll 6230 36ft disc, 1yr old............................ $56,000 FC 800 33ft DT cult w/16” sweeps ........................ $7,900

MISCELLANEOUS

NH 840TL loader .................................................. $12,500 Degelman 12ft 4-way blade ............................... $15,000 Farm King Y1370 auger 2 units .................... ea. $20,900 Farm King Y80570 disc, 7’, 3pth ........................... $2,200 REM 2500 grain vac ............................................. $12,700 Valmar 2455 applicator ......................................... $9,500 9ft Bobcat snow blade w/ new cutting edge ....... $2500

YARD & GARDEN / UTILITY VEHICLES

Kubota B2320DTV w/3pt mwr, & snw blwr........ $17,900 Kubota BX25D, ldr and back hoe. 59 hrs ........... $16,900 Woods CZR2242 Zero Turn Mower....................... $5,000

CONSIGNMENT

NH Forage Harvester, c/w 990W header.........................................taking offers NH P2060 airdrill w/P1060 TBH dbl shoot ............................................................ $136,000 NH TG235, 240hp, 20.8/42 duals, 3pt, 540/1000 $99,900 FC 340, 33ft, cult. w/NH3 .................................... $16,000 JD 930 10’ discbine ................................................ $5,000 Riteway 36ft wing up packet bar ......................... $3,900 Flexicoil 3450 TBH, 6000 40ft.............................. $52,000 Flexicoil C340, 33ft with Anhydrous .................. $16,000 Valmar Transfer Tank ............................................ $9,800

Grain Carts 850-1400 bu., wheel, w/pto/hyd drive units, hyd. adjustable spouts, newly designed slopeimproved unload, clean out, grain flow.

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Offer Expires Oct 31, 2014

Superior Quality. Trusted Tradition

3033R Cab Tractor •32.2HP •540 PTO •Powerful Yanmar Diesel Engine •Automatic eHydrostatic Trans.

•Premium ComfortGard Cab

Retail $39,845

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John Deere 569 Baler

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John Deere 4052R Tractor

John Deere 2025R Tractor

•51.5HP •4WD •540/540E PTO •TurboCharged Diesel Engine •Automatic eHydrostatic Trans.

•24.2HP •4WD •Liquid cooled Diesel Engine •Automatic eHydrostatic Trans.

•Cruise Control •Folding ROPS

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•1000RPM Hookup •CoverEdge Surface Wrap •Hydraulic pickup •MegaWide Pickup

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On Sale $21,898

Retail $40,850

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Grande Prairie 780-532-8402 • Fairview 780-835-4440 • La Crete 780-928-3337 • Dawson Creek 250-782-4141 www.prairiecoastequipment.com Items may not be exactly as shown, accessories & attachments cost extra. Taxes, set-up, delivery, freight, and preparation charges not included. Prices are based on the US exchange are subject to change. A documentation fee of up to $250 will be applied on all finance offerings. Additional fees may apply. Programs and prices subject to change without notice. See dealer for full details some restrictions apply *Offer valid from September 1, 2014 until October 31, 2014. Financing on approved John Deere Financial credit only. Limited time offer which may not be combined with other offers. Discounts or other incentives may be available for cash purchases. By selecting the purchase financing offer, consumers may be foregoing such discounts and incentives which may result in a higher effective interest rate. A530% APR purchase financing for 60 months on new John Deere 1 Series Sub-Compact Utility Tractors. Down payment may be required. TRepresentative Amount Financed: $10,000, at 0% APR, monthly payment is $166.67 for 60 months, total obligation is $10,000, cost of borrowing is $0. Monthly payments/cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed/down payment. MSRP cash price based on highest priced product in series: $14,696 (includes $50 documentation fee). Cost of borrowing based on Representative Amount Financed not MSRP cash price. Minimum finance amount may be required; representative amount does not guarantee offer applies. The charge for amounts past due is 24% per annum. *Offer valid from August 1, 2014 until October 31, 2014. Financing on approved John Deere Financial credit only. See dealer for details. Limited time offer which may not be combined with other offers. Discounts or other incentives may be available for cash purchases. By selecting the purchase financing offer, consumers may be foregoing such discounts and incentives which may result in a higher effective interest rate. 0% APR purchase financing for 72 months on new John Deere 3 Family Compact Utility Tractors. Down payment may be required. Representative Amount Financed: $30,000, at 0% APR, monthly payment is $416.67 for 72 months, total obligation is $30,000, cost of borrowing is $0. Monthly payments/cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed/down payment. MSRP cash price based on highest priced product in series: $38,475 (includes $50 documentation fee). Cost of borrowing based on Representative Amount Financed not MSRP cash price. *Offer valid from August 1, 2014 until October 31, 2014. dDealers are free to set individual prices. Additional dealer fees may apply. Financing on approved John Deere Financial credit only. See dealer for details. Limited time offer which may not be combined with other offers. Discounts or other incentives may be available for cash purchases. By selecting the purchase financing offer, consumers may be foregoing such discounts and incentives which may result in a higher effective interest rate. A540% APR purchase financing for 4 years on new John Deere Select Hay Tools. Down payment may be required. Representative Amount Financed: $50,000, at 0% APR, semi-annual payment is $6,250 for 4 years, total obligation is $50,000, cost of borrowing is $0. Semi-annual payments/ cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed/ down payment. MSRP cash price based on highest priced product in series: $67,459 (includes $50 documentation fee). Cost of borrowing based on Representative Amount Financed not MSRP cash price.

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John Deere S680

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2013, Duals, Chopper, Guidance Ready, c/w header 282 Eng hrs, 235 Sep hours

COMBINES

HAYING

SEEDERS

2012, Duals, Chopper, Yield Monitor, Guidance Ready, equipped w/Header 247 Eng / 197 Sep Hours

JD S690 (12), Chopper, Yield Monitor, JD 615 Header, 422 eng / 352 Sep Hours JD S670 (13), Duals, Chopper, Header, Starfire & SF1 Activation, Extd Warranty New Holland CR9080 (11) PRWD, Singles, Chopper, Yield Monitor, Lateral Tilt Feederhouse, Guidance ready, comes with header

$369,000

JD 946 Mower Conditioner (08)

$25,000

JD 956 Mower Conditioner (10)

$19,000

$359,000 JD 567 Round Baler, MegaWide P/U. Twine & Surface wrap, 1000PTO

$16,900

$305,900 JD 946 Mower Conditioner (03)

$16,700

JD 946 Mower Conditioner (02)

$14,500

NH BR780A Baler, Twine, 1000PTO

$11,500

JD 9870STS, chopper, lat tilt feederhouse, guidance ready, 1239 Eng / 970 Sep Hrs $257,000 New Holland BR70 Baler, Twine, 1000PTO Kuhn FC 4000G Mower Conditioner (04) JD 9770 (10) Duals, Chopper, Lateral $247,000 feedhouse, Guidance Ready New Holland 660 (94) Regular Pickup, Twine JD 9770 (10) 2WD, SIngles, Chopper, Yiled Monitor, Lateral Lift c/w header

$240,000

JD 9870 (08) Duals, Chopper, Guidance ready, 1270 Eng /947 Sep Hrs

$199,000

JD 9760, chopper, yield monitor, header, GS less mapping, 1934 Eng/1467 Sep Hrs $146,000 JD 9610 (99) Singles, Chopper, Yield Monitor, c/w header

$79,900

JD 9600 (93) 2WD, Singles, Chopper, c/ with header

$33,000

JD 9600 (89) 2WD, Singles, Chopper, c/ with header

$29,900

TRACTORS JD 7320 (07) 105HP, Cab, MFWD, Partial PowerShift,

$60,000

$8,900 $8,000 $7,100

Only $320,000

JD 1820 (05) 52’ drill, single shoot,c/w JD 1900 430bu Air cart,

$75,300

JD 1900 (04) Double Shoot, 2 Bar Harrow, SeedStar Monitor for 4WD, 7.5 inch row spacing, Carbide rockshafts 36'x7.5, Primary Hoses Blockage Warning System

$27,000

SWATHERS MacDon 2950 (00) 30ft platform, double knife, split reel, steel p/u teeth

$59,000

MacDon M155 Swathers

SPRAYERS Ford-New Holland S1070 (10) Pull-Type, 100Ft Boom, 1600US Gal. Poly Tank, triple nozzle bodies, cab controls, rate control

$30,000

Willmar Fabrication 785, 60 Ft Boom, Poly tank, Hyd Tread Adjust, Spray Air Boom & Std Boom plumbing. 600 Gal tank

$29,900

Flexi Coil 67 (02) Pull type Sprayer, 132’, wind screens, 5 and 10 Gal Nozzles, Chem Handler, Large tires, 1000 US Gal Poly Tank JD 4700 Sprayer (98) 80ft boom, poly tank, hyd tread adjust, guidance ready, 20 inch nozzle spacing, fenders, stainless steel eductor system, 20 gal foam marker, onboard air system w/ marker, 105R50 tires

$21,500

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4 In Stock: 2012, 35 Foot Platform

$110,000

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DAVE ROSS EQUIP. LTD Ph: 780-864-3731,

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Sept 19 - 2014

Fax: 864-3468,

Toll Free 1-800-661-7401 www.rossequip.ca

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Versatile FWD 305 & 310’s

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Instock, 40km

NEW Apollo 25.6, 71hp, L 4”x 48” forks, Cab, A/C, 27 99,200 wt 10,600 lbs

In Stock

Fall Blow Out.

35’ M155 MD Swather 148hp,600/65R28,

10-Semi-Annual Lease pa

16.5x16.1, DKD, 6 B/PUR, H/D Trans, HID lite msrp $209,150 Stab whls 2014 161,900 Call for Your Price.

2014 DT500 Versatile 500 hp P/Shift Del/Cab A/S/R 6 E/ hyd 110 gpm diff/lock HID/lites, R/fan, camera 514,500 36” Tracks, introductory offer 399,990

2013 120’ Boom SX275 Versatile Sprayer

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $34,500

328,150

2014 DT550 Versatile 550 hp P/Shift Del/Cab A/S/R 6 E/ hyd 110 gpm diff/lock HID/lites, camera 534,500 36” Tracks, introductory offer 415,900

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $18,600

275hp Cum,5 spd Allison AutoTrans, air ride susp, 1200 gal Tank, , Auto steer, 300 gps, tilt, A/boom, accu boom.

259,900 Blowout 220,900

LEASE to Own 120’ SX275 Sprayer $219,999

Call for Your Price.

2013 310 Versatile 310hp, 16spd Power Shift 4 E/hyd 55 gpm, Fenders L/3pt. L/wts 540/1000pto 199,999 $267,300 20.8R42D, 16.9R30S

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC

$14,200

Free form 10’ hydraulic roller add Free form 10’ manual winch roller add

5,000 3,800

New Agri-Tech 35.7 12 Lift 7,700# Lift 23’ boo

LEASE to Own 310 Vers Tractor

$ 199,999 10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $17,700

48”x adj 72” wide 3 rear hy 55gpm / pump, lites,boom s 159,250 Empty wt 15,900

Tier 3

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $35,500

10-Semi-Annual Lease pa

SOLD

30’ 2004 9352 MacDon DK, MD, 1852 hrs

9250 1000bu Grain Cart, tarp $ 59,500 $49,900 305hp PTO, 4 hyd, $ 226,250 $ 175,900 Tractor & Grain Cart

TOTAL $ 225,800

cnt $ 208,000

Call for Your Price.

Steal the Pair

2014 500 Versatile 500 hp, P/Shift Del/Cab 110 hyd 6 E/ hyd diff/lock Radar, A/S/R, Canbus, Radar 436,500 800/70R38 Firestone Only 322,000

LEASE to Own 305 + 9250 G/Cart $208,000 10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $18,400

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $29,200

SOLD

2012 305 Versatile 305hp, 16spd Power Shift 4 E/hyd 55 gpm, Fenders L/3pt. L/wts 540/1000pto $221,150 506208 20.8R42D,16.9R30 $160,900 10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $14,200

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $27,000 2013 550 Versatile 550 hp, P/Shift Del/Cab 110 hyd 6 E/ hyd diff/lock Radar, A/S/R, Canbus, Radar 478,500 800/70R38 Firestone Only 345,000

1000+ bu. GC9250 UF Grain Cart, w/Tarp c/w 17” Auger, 1000 pto, 900/60x32R1 $59,500 1 only 49,900

$ 5,000

10’ Bagger w/ 30” convey

1300 bu G/Cart tarp 50” tires $95,100 $ 80,000 Tractor & Grain Cart

TOTAL $

$ 195,000

275,000

$ 265,000

Take the Pair for only

LEASE to Own 2375 + 1315 G/Cart $265,000 10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $23,400 Call for Your Price.

Blowout CNT .

2013 305 Versatile 305hp,16spd P/ Shift, 90hrs 4 E/hyd 55 gpm, Fnds HID L/3pt wts 540/1000pto $226,150 506489 20.8R42D, 16.9R30 $165,900

520 Scale 5 point system

79,900 7,500

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC

$ 8,000

1300 bu G/Cart tarp 50” tires $95,100

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $14,700

2014 2375 Versatile 375hp QSM11, PTO 710/70R38 duals 4 hyds Radio work lite msrp $310,200 Only $195,000 10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $17,000

Fall Blow Out.

SO

32’ V-Wing Ditch

Base unit msrp 144,2 Options 2nd sets dro

10-Semi-Annual Lease pa

70’ML 970 “ALIVE” shank monitor, D/S Air Drill 5 section, 634 bu tank, 4th tank

330,000

415,500 520x85R38 duals

2006 2145 Versatile 145hp, 18spd PS, 3 E/hyd 6600 hr 710/70R38 600/65R28, 540/1000rpm pto, $127,300 w/ FEL, grapple 105,900 85,900

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $33,200 Call for Your Price.

Call for Your Price.

2013 305 Versatile 305hp, 16spd Power Shift 4 E/hyd 55 gpm, Fnds HID L/3pt. L/wt 540/1000pto $230,250 506487 20.8R42D, 16.9R30 $175,900

2 NEW AB Grain D tested, & ready for de

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $15,600

2014 2375 Versatile 375hp QSM11, 4 hyd 710/70R38 duals 4 hyds Radio work lite msrp $295,200 Only $185,000

12’ 650 Offset 10”s 26”x8mm 38,940

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $16,500

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $ 3,400

Premium Tractor.

Call for Your Price.

12-S/A Lease pay LEASE to Own Drier &

SOLD Tier 3

2004 2375 Versatile 375hp QSM11, 3075h

36’ TD600 TANDUM DISK, 96,100

80,400

2013 280 Versatile 280hp, 16spd PS, 3 E/hyd 710/70R38, 600/65R28 540/1000pto, Fenders, L/3pt $232,300 with FEL 506468 $182,000

$125,200 710/70R38 duals,

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $ 8,400

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $16,200

Intro

LEASE to Own DF22 A

32,500

32’ TD600 TANDUM DISK, 10.5”S, 26X8mm c/o frt 26x8mm S/rear, S/L hitch 650# per ft, T2-215 brgs MSRP 92,100 Brg wear grds Intro 77,900

$119,000

1014 Farm Boy Unloader 1214 Renn Unloader 12’

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC

2013 2375 Vers 375hp pto 710/70R38

Model 1214 Unloader

30’ 960 table, guage wheels, 540x70R24, 11x16 rear $49,000 Reg 75,250 #153507

12-S/A Lease pay 1,000 bu/hr A/B Grain Drier Approx. Capacity Barley 24T/hr (1000bu/hr) 20 to 15 @ 98oC, w/ambient AIR of 10o C & 20% R/H DF22000 40’L x 10’ Tran/W x 13’ H $ 216,000 Customer no trade discount -16,000 Drier net cost $ 200,000 Freight 30,000 + su 10,000 40,000 Customer net Price fob SR $ 240,000 Flat rate Frt to Alta, Sask or Mb + 5,000 Customer net Price fob his farm $ 245,000

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100’ RG1100 Rogator 2014 Sprayer 1100 SS tank, Viper Pro, Auto Steer, 300 GPS, Accu boom, Auto boom wheels, Frt load 380/90R46, Air ride, Air Dryer Pkg, 412,200 334,000 10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC

$29,500

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14 Limited AWD 8spd, V6vvt 643479

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120’ RG1100 Rogator 2014 Sprayer 1100 395,900 $508,400 All Wheel Steer 10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC $34,500

reg 43,500

37,500

reg 54,500

47,500

$342-84 mbw

14 D1500 Longhorn CC4X4SB 814622

15Journey R/T AWD 3.6L i100353

34 mpg

14 D1500 SLT V6d 8ACC4X4SB 872538 V6 Dsl & Air Ride

14 D1500 SLT V6 8ACC4X4SB 661523 V6 Dsl & Air Ride

IBEC 1214 sn 88015 $34,000 obo call 780-518-0828

MSRP $42,920

yor reg $56,700

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15 Cherokee Ltd 4x4 3.2L v279375

$281-84 mbw

14 D1500 Laramie V6 8A CC4X4SB 269602

her, less drop down

New 825 gal/tank, 380/90R46, crop/divider auto-boom Trimble Ez –boom, Ez Auto Steer, 710 tire avail $10k Reg 135,300 #85107 new hydro 109,900

$286-84 mbw

36 mpg

14 D2500 L / horn C/C4x4 SB 953715 $472-84 mbw

40 mpg

66,500

Coil Susp

Diesel

MSRP $76,450

$338-84 mbw 40 mpg

64,700

14 D2500 Laramie C/C4x4 LB 940691 Diesel

$400-84 mbw

26 mpg

14 1500 Laramie QC4X4 8ASB 620546 Air Susp

$353-84 mbw

26 mpg

$459-84 mbw Coil Susp

MSRP $76,750

64,700

14 D2500 Laramie C/C4x4 SB 377692

$459-84 mbw Diesel

Coil Susp

MSRP $71,750

49,700

40,300

15 Wrangler Sahara 4x4 3.6L v710407

$345-84 mbw

MSRP $60,450

MSRP $44,430

90’ 2005 8500 Willmar Sprayer 200hp 2300hrs

MSRP $79,350

56,400

Air Susp

OLD

MSRP $58,950

MSRP $66,950

39,500

$482-84 mbw Diesel

Coil Susp

47,600

34,900

$247-84 mbw

40 mpg

67,900

14 D2500 L / horn C/C4x4 SB 508729

MSRP $58,950

MSRP $37,940

14Journey R/T AWD 3.6L 339353

$409-84 mbw

48,600

MSRP $38,140

$35,000

MSRP $80,750

57,600

V6 Dsl & Air Ride

34 mpg

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MSRP $68,950

f48,100

50,600

$359-84 mbw

14 D2500 SLT C/C4x4 LB 992645

Coil Susp

Diesel

200 intro 134,000 op downs 23,500

ayments OAC

$15,900

MSRP $40,240

14 G/Caravan SXT 6spd 409382

$234-84 mbw

Bright silver

20’ V-Wing Ditcher, less drop down

Base unit msrp 88,120 intro Options 1nd sets drop downs

82,000 16,000

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC

$9,900

AB Drier $245,000

y OAC of $

40,900

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MSRP $80,450

39,500

15 G1500 SLT V6 8AQC4X4SB 515446 $286-84 mbw 14 D2500 L / horn C/C4x4 SB 394726

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39,900

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16,900 11 D3500 Laramie CC 4x4 LB 419290 diesel, 154k/km, Sun roof, loaded

2013

DSRP $38,940

34,900

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67,900

$482-84 mbw

5.7L V8 Hemi VVT

MSRP $52,330

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$360-60 mo

64,900

Coil Susp

used

used

25,800

14 D2500 Laramie C/C4x4 LB 622692 $461-84 mbw

V6 Gas

32,900

14 G/Caravan SXT 6spd 420382

$341-84 mbw

MSRP $48,750

MSRP $40,240

24,300

200 Gen $290,000

y OAC of $

$290-84 mbw

36 mpg

21,200

14 G1500 Laramie QC4X4 8ASB945531

MSRP $49,240

12 Town & Country 6spd 441459

MSRP $76,250

V6 Gas

36 mpg

Driers assembled, elivery to your Farm.

MSRP $58,850

48,100

32,900

42,300

$300-84 mbw Silver Diesel

MSRP $76,440

59,900 Blow Out 13 D3500 Laramie CC4x4SB 619691 $425-84 mbw

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Kevin Kulak 780.518.0883 www.Flaman.com

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While new owner, Henry Thalen, and previous owner, Blair Vold, watched from the stands, 1600 head of cattle passed through the alley at Vold Jones and Vold on Monday, September 22nd.

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Move equipment safely on p AGRI-NEWS SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

According to the Canadian Agricultural Injury Reporting (CAIR) program, 13 per cent of farm-related fatalities across Canada are traffic-related, and most involved tractors. During the busy fall harvest season, farmers often travel long distances between fields, and this requires transporting equipment on public roads throughout rural Alberta. Farm equipment is oversized and slow compared to other vehicles using the roads, and when certain procedures are not met, this can lead to collisions and other incidents.

Make it safe Maintenance is a contributing factor to the safety of transporting farm equipment. Poor maintenance of equipment such as brakes or tires can lead to loss of control of the vehicle. Check all tires for air pressure, cuts, bumps and tread wear.

Always lock brake pedals together for highway travel as sudden braking at high speeds on only one wheel could put the tractor into a dangerous skid. Equip heavy wagons with their own independent brakes.

The number one cause of farm-related fatalities in Canada is machinery roll overs. To minimize the risk of severe injury or death to the operator, all tractors need roll-over protective structures

(ROPS). In addition, operators should always wear a seatbelt as ROPS are ineffective in a roll over without this restraining device.

Make it visible To avoid traffic collisions between motorists and farm equipment, farmers should ensure their equipment is clearly visible and follow all regulated requirements for lighting and signage. This will ensure approaching traffic has time to react to a slow-moving vehicle. Use reflective tape and reflectors in the event that large equipment is required to travel in dim lighting conditions. In Canada, reflective material should be red and orange strips. You can purchase reflective tape in kits or by the foot at local farm or hardware stores.

Dust-covered signage and lights make farm machinery less visible to motorists and dust-covered machinery causes poor visibility for the operator, who may not see oncoming traffic. Be sure to clean farm equipment prior to transportation to minimize the risk of collision due to poor visibility.

It is important to note that regulated requirements for lighting and signage on public roadways include the use of a slow-moving vehicle (SMV) sign. The SMV sign must be properly mounted, clean and not faded. It must be positioned on the rear of the tractor or towed implement and clearly visible. SMV

signs must only be used on equipment travelling less than 40 km/hr.

Plan the route Farmers should check their route prior to starting out with farm equipment to be sure equipment will fit on all roads and bridges and that there are no low-hanging power lines along the route. If equipment is too wide to fit safely into one lane, approaching traffic could clip the machinery or become blocked while crossing a bridge. Equipment that is too tall could come in contact with a power line. Use a pilot vehicle as a guide for large machinery and to warn motorists of oncoming large equipment.

For the safety of all motorists, it is highly recommended that farmers move equipment during high-visibility daylight hours and during periods of light traffic. Avoid busy roads whenever possible, even if travel time will be longer.

If your route takes you across a rural railway crossing, be aware that some crossings have poor visibility. Always stop and make sure the way is clear before crossing.

The people factor Anyone moving equipment, especially on public roads, should be trained in how to use the equipment and must hold a valid a driver’s license. Inexperienced operators can make mistakes when they are not used to the speed and maneuverability limitations of farm equipment. It

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public roads this harvest is advisable to read the operator’s manual for each machine and observe any precautions indicated for road travel. Some tractors can free-wheel in higher gears, which can be very dangerous when travelling down a hill. Use lower gear ranges when climbing or descending hills.

Never take extra riders on equipment. Extra riders on farm equipment are a distraction to the operator and are at risk of falling off the machinery and being run over. Each person in the machine should be secured with a seatbelt.

Safe driving tips Farm machinery operators can make road travel safer for themselves and others by observing safety precautions. Travel at a speed that will allow the operator to maintain full control at all times. Slow down when making turns or rounding curves. If needed, pull over when there is a suitable area to allow backed-up traffic to pass. Make sure the area is sufficiently wide and solid enough to handle the equipment.

Once on a public road, obey all traffic laws and signs. Always wear your seatbelt and use signal lights when turning. Never use a cell phone while transporting equipment. The distracted driving law, along with all other rules of the road, is in full effect while driving farm machinery on public roads and highways.

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Frontier Equipment reveals new line of hay equipment DM50 Series Disc Mowers and TD34 Series Tedders provide a cost effective way to work fast and efficient

OLATHE, Kansas (August 21, 2014) – Whether operators have weedy ditches to mow or a field of hay to cut, windrow, and dry, Frontier has a new line of hay equipment designed for the job. The new DM50 Series Disc Mowers and TD34 Series Tedders are designed to improve uptime when operating in the field. From simplified quick hitch capabilities to in-cab transport controls, the DM50 Series Disc Mowers and TD34 Series Tedders have a variety of features to streamline work for the operator.

“The Frontier DM5050, DM5060, and DM5070 Disc mowers offer four key features to improve performance, uptime and lower the cost of operation,” says Pat Hosty, product manager Frontier Equipment portfolio extensions. “These key features include quick hitch compatibility, park stand and latch convenience system, shear hub assembly serviceability, and an easy-to-use transport lock system.”

The DM5050 and DM5060 are CAT 1 & 2 hitch compatible and the DM5070 is CAT 2 compatible only.

A park stand and arm system work together in parked position to transfer the weight of the mower to the cutterbar which allows easy attachment and detachment of the mowers to and from a tractor.

Frontier Equipment is also replacing

the TD24 Series Hay Tedders with the updated 3418 and 3427 Tedders. The TD3418 offers four rotor tedders and has a working width of 18-ft. 2-in. A larger model tedder, the TD3427, offers six rotor tedders and a working width of 26-ft. 6-in.

“These new tedders provide increased reliability, durability and productivity when spreading and drying down the hay through the use of new finger joint couplers to drive the rotors,” says Hosty. “TD34 Series Tedders are designed with performance in mind to give customers an economically priced machine with many convenient features.”

The new tedders feature in-cab controls to conveniently adjust tine pitch height, allowing for quick adjustment in variable terrain conditions.

The TD3427 has a hands-free transport wheel locking system which helps when backing up the machine as well as traveling at higher speeds on the road between fields. Additional clearance has been designed into the transport wheel frame to increase crop flow and prevent wrapping of the crop around the frame.

“The new mowers and tedders are being offered with premium features at an economical price,” explains Hosty.

“A broad range of customers will be interested in purchasing these hay tools to reduce downtime and improve overall

cost of operation.”

For more information about Frontier Hay Equipment, visit our website

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When the gas man comes

ties there were quite limited ... if you had would have just gone right across the a tiny parcel of land, that's all you were property line and been there anyway, and you still have to put up with the traffic, going to get," said Verdzak.

Over there, 2.5 hectares was consid- noise and all the other disruptions that come with the lease, and you've got nothered a huge amount of land.

But far away, at the very edges of a ing.”

In his opinion, his provincial governnew country, the Canadian government was offering 160 hectares – provided you ment wouldn’t do much to try and stop it, were willing to work it. Verdzak's grand- either.

“The province of B.C. is basically ... father was.

"He was looking for opportunities, I broke, so to speak,” Verdzak contended. guess, looking for a better life,” Verdzak “Here comes smiling Christy Clark and she says, ‘Oh the books are bad, what are said.

Verdzak's grandfather travelled on foot we going to do?’ She starts touring around from Dawson Creek to the new farmland, the province, she discovers there's all this with all his worldly possessions on his natural gas up there.”

Even better, it’s a lightly populated back.

That was in 1930. Seventy-eight years area, only home to the Peace River North later, it was Roy's land. The man in the and Peace River South ridings.

“There's only two representatives in pickup – a landman, namely Fred$Birqin 3” Chipper/Shredder and get a from Scott Land and Lease in Fort St. the legislature, so we could throw that John – was here to make Verdzak an of- area under the bus, rectify our finances, and we're all good,” Verdzak said. fer.

CHAIN SAW also meant jobs, and lots of them, A geologist commissioned by Encana $239.95 value! * It’s people like his sister’s son, who lives found that there was a lot of natural gas for in Edmonton but has come up to the Fort under his property.

Watts • 7100 Brian Lieverse, an Encana rep, de- St. John area to work.

Start • Electric “I know being up in this area for a few scribed this part of the world as “the PaPurchasePurchase ANY ECHOANY Bear Cat Bear Cat ECHO years now, how many times has that LP cific Ocean” of natural gas.

Encana want3” Chipper/Shredder and get aand get a 3” Chipper/Shredder $ $ 95 ed $to build multiple gas wells along his OSB mill been open and closed?” asked CS-310-14 CS-310-14 property – and pay him good money for Lieverse. “I'm not sure – it employs about CHAIN CHAIN SAW SAW SC3206 MSRP $2199.95 100 people. What do they do for the 50 the rights to do so. $239.95 value! $239.95 value!

Chipper / Shredder * * But for Verdzak, It wasn't a guaranteed per cent of the time the place is closed?

E7100 GENERATOR E7100 GENERATOR *Available after Sept. 30, 2014 sale. He knew that development meant What opportunities are there for young • 7100 Watts • 7100 Watts trucks, noise and the loss of the land his people?”

Start Electric Start • Electric • With the introduction of natural gas grandfather had worked to develop out of 95 $ $ 95 into the area, there are “huge” opportuninothing.

"My initial thought was, eh,Pumps no way, starting I ties available for young people, he added.

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Natural gas and the peace:BONA part 1 patience Birqin showed in these negotiations.

“Each landowner has different concerns that need to be taken in consideration,” said Charmayne Kading, a current employee of Scott Land and Lease. “It can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months.”

And for the parent company, Encana, social licence is also important, Lieverse added.

(Encana may be more knowledgeable of how precarious social licence can be.

In 2008, the same year that Verdzak was in negotiations, Encana pipelines near Dawson Creek and Tomslake were the targets of bombing campaigns.) These negotiations also included pipelines laid

out on Verdzak’s property – to carry natural gas, water and more. All together, about five of them would be built.

All of this meant money for Verdzak, though. Verdzak won’t say how much he eventually received for his land, because “that opens up a whole can of worms.”

The money would be more than he would expect from any crops that grew on that portion of his farm, however.

The deal was done in 2009.

Soon, the land that represented the hope of a better life for a Czechoslovakian farmer would become the site of Wellpad 12-10-79-17W6 – so named for the technical designation of Verdzak’s home.

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Schooley, an apple and lavender farmer, has personal experience applying for certification, but was also a CanadaGAP auditor for five years. He advises producers not to leave the application process to the last minute.

“A lot of this is about record keeping, but more intensive than farmers may be used to,” Schooley says.

“There’s a lot of paperwork involved.”

He adds that a lot of the issues farmers have to deal with when it comes to food safety is manure, “whether it’s supplied too late in the season, closer to harvest, birds, on someone’s hands, rodents that put it on packaging; a lot of it is biological. You need clean water, clean hands, clean packing tables, clean packaging materials, clean harvesting bins.”

As for which certification a farmer should pursue, Schooley says that depends on who the product is for and what their goal is. CanadaGAP, which became recognized under the Global Food Safety Initiative last year, is about food safety. Other programs have additional components, such as worker welfare and the environment.

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Dawson Creek - Tara Norman Clinic @ Lakota Agriplex Fort St. John - The Wedding Show @ the Pomeroy Inn & Suites G.P. - 100th Anniversary Film & Story Tea @ GP Golden Age Centre G.P. - CIBC Run for the Cure G.P. - Fall Home & Leisure Show @ the Entrec Centre

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BALD AND FREE DAY

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THANKSGIVING DAY 12 Dawson Creek - Hot Heels Practise @ Lakota Agriplex

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THANKSGIVING DAY G.P. - Little Mermaid @ Douglas Cardinal Theatre GPRC

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Dawson Creek - Ralph Ament Clinic @ Lakota Agriplex G.P. - Fall Woman’s Show @ the Crystal Centre G.P. - Hunt Mania Sportsman Show @ Evergreen Park

Dawson Creek - Robin Hahn Clinic @ Lakota Agriplex G.P. - Norman Foote @ the G.P. Live Theatre G.P. - Toopy & Binoo - “Fun and Games” - at the GPRC Theatre Peace River - 6th Annual Christmas Gift Show @ the Belle Petroleum Centre

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Dawson Creek - DC Horse Club @ Lakota Agriplex Peace River - Consultation Meeting - Consolidation of PRSD Central & Supoort Services @ Sawridge Inn

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Dawson Creek - Concert The Doobie Brothers Dawson Creek - Gymkhana @ Lakota Agriplex Fairview - Home Based Business Show @ the Legion Hall Fort St. John - David James and Big River @ the Lido

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Dawson Creek - World Girls Ice Hockey Day Fort St. John - “Star Wars” Rreads Day @ the FSJ Public Library G.P. - “Tarzan”, The Live Musical @ GPRC Theatre G.P. - Grande Prairie Roller Derby Event @ Evergreen Park

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Dawson Creek - Ralph Ament Clinic @ Lakota Agriplex G.P. - “Tarzan”, The Live Musical @ GPRC Theatre G.P. - Fall Woman’s Show @ the Crystal Centre G.P. - Hunt Mania Sportsman Show @ Evergreen Park LaCrete - Canadian Food Grains Bank Fundraiser Pouce Coupe - 7th Annual “Wine for Books” Fundraiser

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Dawson Creek - 3rd Annual Encana Jamboree Dawson Creek - Mile Zero Roping Practise Dawson Creek - Robin Hahn Clinic @ Lakota Agriplex G.P. - “Tarzan”, The Live Musical @ GPRC Theatre G.P. - “Xcessive Force” MMA Event @ Evergreen Park

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Dawson Creek - Robin Hahn Clinic @ Lakota Agriplex G.P. - “Tarzan”, The Live Musical @ GPRC Theatre G.P. - Hallowe’en Spooktacular @ Muskoseepi Park Grimshaw - Concert - Nitty Gritty Dirt Band @ Mile Zero Regional Multiplex LaCrete - The Salmon Grill Library Fundraiser

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The Brewers, the top team in the regular season, got to the final by defeating the Grimshaw Huskies in the first round of playoffs while the Rycroft Rage had to get past the Peace River Stampeders to reach the Championship series.

Congratulations to Coach Dean Sauve and all

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Beaverlodge 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Ag-Complex, 1014 - 4th Avenue Contact 780-354-8462

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28 Beaverlodge to 3:00 p.m. Ag-Complex, 29 1014 - 4th Avenue Contact 780-354-8462 Debolt 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Debolt Centre on Main Street WBA OCT. 25, 2014 RYCROFT, AB Contact• 780-957-3958

Weaver Sale Yard • Rycroft, AB • Internet Bidding

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: a.m. to : p.m. Community Hall Contact -Rycroft 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 4:00 p.m. to 7:00• TrucksClairmont Construction Farm Equipment and Trailers 30and Clairmont 31 Dawson Creek : a.m. to : p.m. - nd Ave Contact -p.m. Rycroft Ag Building p.m. Community Hall Contact Real Estate • Pickups and Cars • RV's, SUV's and ATV's • Antiques Fairview : a.m.

To : a.m. Fairview Legion Contact -Contact 780-765-2889 780-832-6688 Fort St.John : a.m. to : p.m. FSJ Curling Rink Contact -Valleyview 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 Grande Prairie 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 Grande Prairiesale : a.m. to : p.m. - st Ave Contact -To Hall consign your to this p.m. Memorial Contact p.m. 10032equipment - 101st Ave. Contact Peace River : a.m. to : p.m. - st St. 780-524-4045 780-814-8224 WBA OCT. 25, 2014 • RYCROFT, AB Call Jeff, Lorne LaCrete 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 or p.m. Evan 10102 - 101st Street Contact Weaver Bros. Auctions Ltd. • Auctioneers for the B.C. and Alberta Peace Country 780-928-3178

JEFF WEAVER • 780.864.7750 • weaverauctions@gmail.com | www.weaverauctions.com LORNE WEAVER • 250.219.0871 | EVAN WEAVER • 250.219.4539

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NW Junior Hockey League Schedule

Time Away Home AJHL SHOWCASE – TRI-LEISURE CENTRE, SPRUCE GROVE, ALBERTA Thurs, Sept 25 8:00 pm Camrose Kodiaks Whitecourt Wolverines Fri, Sept 26 4:30 pm Grande Prairie Storm Calgary Canucks Sat, Sept 27 3:30 pm Okotoks Oilers Grande Prairie Storm Sat, Sept 27 8:00 pm Whitecourt Wolverines Drayton Valley Thunder Sun, Sept 28 2:15 pm Whitecourt Wolverines Sherwood Park Crusaders Tues, Sept 30 7:30 pm Drayton Valley Thunder Grande Prairie Storm Fri, Oct 3 7:30 pm Lloydminster Bobcats Grande Prairie Storm Sat, Oct 4 7:30 pm Lloydminster Bobcats Grande Prairie Storm Sat, Oct 4 7:30 pm Fort McMurray Oil Barons Whitecourt Wolverines Tues, Oct 7 7:30 pm Grande Prairie Storm Whitecourt Wolverines Wed, Oct 8 7:00 pm Grande Prairie Storm Sherwood Park Crusaders Fri, Oct 10 7:30 pm Calgary Canucks Grande Prairie Storm Sat, Oct 11 7:30 pm Olds Grizzlys Grande Prairie Storm Sat, Oct 11 7:30 pm Calgary Canucks Whitecourt Wolverines Sun, Oct 12 2:30 pm Olds Grizzlys Whitecourt Wolverines Tues, Oct 14 7:30 pm Whitecourt Wolverines Bonnyville Pontiacs Wed, Oct 15 7:30 pm Whitecourt Wolverines Lloydminster Bobcats Fri, Oct 17 7:00 pm Grande Prairie Storm Okotoks Oilers Fri, Oct 17 7:30 pm Whitecourt Wolverines Drayton Valley Thunder Sat, Oct 18 7:00 pm Grande Prairie Storm Brooks Bandits Sun, Oct 19 2:00 pm Grande Prairie Storm Drumheller Dragons Wed, Oct 22 7:30 pm Whitecourt Wolverines Grande Prairie Storm Fri, Oct 24 7:30 pm Grande Prairie Storm Whitecourt Wolverines Sat, Oct 25` 7:00 pm Grande Prairie Storm Spruce Grove Saints Sat, Oct 25 7:00 pm Whitecourt Wolverines Camrose Kodiaks Wed, Oct 29 8:00 pm Drayton Valley Thunder Whitecourt Wolverines Fri, Oct 31 7:30 pm Drumheller Dragons Grande Prairie Storm Fri, Oct 31 7:30 pm Okotoks Oilers Whitecourt Wolverines

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Ritchie Bros/Newton Auction October 22/2014.

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PEAT MOSS SOIL-6 miles NW of Sexsmith. $20 cubic yard loaded. 780-568-3957 or cell: 780-814-3082

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Wanted to buy: Bale buster or shredder.

Call 1 (250)785-5325

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For Sale or trade: NH 1044 Bale Wagon. Shedded, good condition. Phone: 780-967-2138 Onoway

2215 Heavy Equipment

Dresser-1HC 500E Cat, 6-Way 7ft dozer, undercarriage 70 %, mechanically sound, R.O.P.S., new paint.

Phone:780-518-8054

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Heavy Equipment 2215 Attachments for skidsteers,

tractors, loaders. Large selection of pallet forks, grapples, buckets, snow and dirt blades, tillers, mowers and snow blowers, etc.

Phone 780-354-2161, Beaverlodge.

Everman 61/2 Yard Hydraulic Earth Moving Wheel Scraper Bucket.

Ask for Dennis at 780-3324691 In Dawson Creek Forklift For Sale $4000. Call Travis for details 250-782-4888

with hydraulic & live rollway for sale. Phone: 250794-7971

Misc Farm Equipment 2220 1975 Ford F600 Grain Truck(40,183miles), 16’box,new roller tarp (2008),newly painted, hoist, duals. 250-785-5365 or jalittle@awink.com.

1989 Gleaner R70 Combine. 250 hrs on rebuilt motor, 2856 Separator, $30,000. La Glace, 780402-0989 1996 Premier 2930 Swather 25 ft. 2801 hrs. $34,000.

La Glace, 780-402-0989 2012 Schulte mower FX210. 10feet, like new.

Used 10hrs. Paid $16,000, asking $12,000 OBO 250-261-8039

2004 JD 6400 Like New

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Furniture Garage Sales Wanted Heavy Equipment Misc. Farm Equipment Livestock Pets Seminars/Education Travel Business For Sale Business Opportunities Services

Logging Equipment 2217 & Supplies D & L double cut sawmill

2220 Misc Farm Equipment

2013 Loader

2080 2085 2145 2215 2220 3535 3560 4050 4545 5010 5015 5020

$45,000

Legal/Public Notices Apartments Condos-For-Sale Duplexes for Sale Farms for Sale Houses for Sale Industrial Commercial Land for Sale Lots & Acreages for Sale Mobile/Manufactured Homes for Sale

6055 6070 6505 6515 6516 6525 6530 6560 6920 6935

Open Houses Real Estate Wanted Apartments Condos for Rent Commercial Rent to Own Duplexes for Rent Farms/Acreages for Rent Houses for Rent Office/Retail Property Management

Equipment 2220 Misc Farm Equipment Maxant 2220 MiscsingleFarmframe flail

2013 TubeLine 5500 bale wrapper, remote control, light kit. Wrap sensor excellent pricing.

780-354-2161 20 foot UII Pickup Reel. $2000.00 250-781-3353 64 feet of steel packer for 5710 Bourgault air drill. In good condition. 9.8 inch spacing,3.5 inch packer.

780-864-8979 72 inch heavy duty grapple for a bucket mounting.

780-354-2161 For Sale: JD Pull-Type Swather, accepting offers.

Stock Racks, accepting offers. Phone: 780-568-4192 For Sale: Rotary Cultivator fits John Deere Garden Tractor + gerry cans.

Phone: 780-532-6269 For Sale: Two 18.4x38, Two 18.4x30 Tractor Tires, & Two 13x26. Phone: 780568-4192 Hesston 4655 inline square baler; New Holland 1033 bale pickup wagon. Call 1(780)8412984 IH1440 Combine, 1,179hrs, a/flow, a/c, Melroe 378-10 p/u reel, header/reverser, shedded. 250-785-5365 or jalittle@awink.com.

John Deere 4620, duals, cab, 1000 pto, runs great.

Asking $8,000. O.B.O. Phone: 780-597-2001 John Deere 6600 diesel combine $5000 Quapp 550 swather 18ft pick up reel $3500 250-784-4279

5020 Business Services 2W Livestock Equipment

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honey uncapper. Good condition $950.00 Call Ernest at 780841-2984 Morand Mobile Bison Haudling System with 140 feet of alley.

Call 250-271-7133 or 250785-4674 Ritchie Bros/Newton Auction October 22/2014. Dika 5(Five) wheel root rake.

Info:RB Autumn 2014 auction guide Ritchie Bros/Newton Auction October 22/2014.

Kverneland 5x16 plow Info:RB Autumn 2014 auction guide Various parts for BR780A baler and 1431 discbine also for 8465A baler.

250-781-3353

Feed & Grain 3515 Big Round Alfalfa

Bales for Sale, Bonanza Area.

Phone: 780-353-2121 or Cell: 780864-0077 Derby Oats for Sale.

Phone: 780-532-6269 or Cell: 780-876-0578 Grande Prairie Area.

Grass/Alfalfa round bales for sale. $45 per bale; no rain; Peace River area.

Phone: 780-618-7633

Livestock 3535 15 Bred Registered Black

Angus Cows for Sale. Due to start calving Mar. 15/15.

780-836-2584 2 Year old Gelbvieh bulls for sale Call (250)759-4143 Ewe lambs for sale. Handpicked from March lambing.(250)467-3957 Ile de France rams. Franceau rams and IdF ewe lambs for sale.

1-780-568-4136 Most Natural Cattle & Bison for Sale/Lease or Calf Crop Share. Phone or Fax: 250-630-2524.

Yearling Simmental bulls for sale Call (250)759-4143

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6950 Shared Accommodation 6965 Suites for Rent 6975 Wanted to Rent 7015 Business Personals 8034 Building Contractors 9025 Hay/Bales for Sale 9115 Auto Miscellaneous 9160 Trucks/Vans/Cars 9185 Boats 9220 RVs/Campers/Trailers 9225 Snowmobiles

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KIR-ASH CONTRACTING LTD Hauling farm equipment of all types throughout BC, AB, SK,.

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Grazing Lease for Sale.

Phone: 780-568-4192.

Steel Buildings/ Granaries

Hay For Sale. Sunset House area. $40/bale. Call 780-524-5736

High quality small square bales for sale. Alfalfa/grass mix. Delivery available. $3/bale. Phone 780-978-3415.

Large round hay bales for sale.

Feed oats and barley for sale.

Call 780-618-1234

Round JD clean hay bales,1600lbs, no rain. 50% Alfalfa, 30% Brome, 20% Timothy. $50/bale.

1(780)766-2175 Small square hay and straw bales banded in bundles of twenty-one. Can deliver.

780-864-8979.

Buildings/ 9035 Steel Granaries

For Sale: 1 Westland 2,000bu flat bottom. Good floor. Phone: 780-835-2808 For Sale: 1 Westland 2,300bu grain hopper with Keho fan. Phone: 780-8352808

For Sale: 4 Westfield 1,500bu grain hoppers, one with Keho fan. Phone: 780835-2808

For 41 Sale: West Steel Rosco Grain Bins with Good Floors.

Call: (H) 780-864-3052.

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1994 F250 4x4Repair. comes with Radiator Perfe Approximately 25 minutes grill guard, headache Big or small. rack, Phone T from Dawson Creek on 1993 27.5 Westwind 5th tool box, We do it all.tow-bar.

Highway Phone BUILD Wheel Trailer, 49. fully loaded, $4,200.00Phone OBO. Tony780-568evenings 250-782-3553. sites av very clean, nice layout.

4192 @ 250-219-1227.

Creek, C $8,200 OBO. 780-5681982 Ford 1 tonne. 460 moRidge.

4192 6045 Mobile/Manufactured Homes for Sa1 tor. 780-568-4192. $2,600.

250-7196020 Farms for Sale Feed & Seed FOR SALE: 1981 6530 Fa Briarwood trailer to be 740 Acres, excellent moved. Needs some repairs cow/calf operation, west of F to flooring. $3000 obo.

Edmonton, Call Richard 90 Acr Phone 780-978-3334.

780-727-2919. and/or DEALER combi TO BE MOVED are Older 14x60 Mobile home 6036 Property For Sale 78 for sale. Gyproc lined, working appliances, 3 year Pasture Lease For Sale. 965 6560 H Highway 49 OPENTo be old propane furnace. acres, north eaglesham Wed-Fri moved from Three Creeks Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4L1 A large area. Also, complete cattle River. for rent handling Ph: system (250)780-359782-2279 District, Peace9am-5pm $5000 obo. To view phone month p 2261.

Complete line of livestock feeds,780-624-8557. quality grains, Phone mineral supplements, tacks, pet foods, vet supplies, 250-442custom processing & Gallagher Fencing 9020 Feed & Seed 9020 Electric Feed & Seed 6965 Su

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GPRC FAIRVIEW CAMPUS GPRC-Fairview Campus Farm invites Bids from interested individuals regarding the following: GREEN FEED 400 rb HAY 400 rb STRAW 200 rb STRAW 200 small sq HAY 200 small sq FEED OATS 600 bsh HAY AFTERMATH 400 rb Good prices paid for quality feed/bedding.

Sealed bids will be accepted until 2:00PM August 21, 2011. Bids must be clearly marked: 2011 Feed/ Bedding Hand-deliver: front desk Admin Bldg THIS IS WHAT HAPPENS WHEN 11235-98th Avenue Fairview, AB YOU PUT YOUR HEART INTO IT.™ Mail: Box 3000 Fairview, AB T0H 1L0 Fax : 780.835.6648 For further information please contact GPRC Farm Manager p: 780.835.6663 c: 780.835.9468 GPRC reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to accept the proposal deemed most favorable in the interest of this Institution. Lowest priced bid will not 25464//07 necessarily be accepted.

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On the open road The Quality Resort Bayside Inn – A Rider Friendly Business Review Owned and operated by a family business called the Balmoral Group, the Quality Resort Bayside in Parksville BC is a wonderful property with an ocean view that is unsurpassed.

I pulled into the Bayside on a gorgeous August afternoon, at the reception counter I was greeted by a friendly gal who not only checked me in, but also ensured that I could park my motorcycle where someone could keep an eye on it.

The elevator was giving everyone a bit of grief (the doors did not want to open properly), so they had a gal manning it to ensure its smooth operation.

I went to my room with all my bags and was grateful to see the two big beds, ample desk and chair and a nice clean bathroom. Everything was top drawer!

Once I had a run through the “rain locker”, I went downstairs to have supper.

The lobby has a gorgeous baby grand piano to the one side and in behind it they had the photography art of a local artisan on display. It sure made the lobby inviting and made me feel connected to the community somehow.

One piece in particular caught my eye. It was part of a totem, and something about that photo touched me.

Madonna Kimberley Petraroia who is the director of sales and marketing joined me in the lobby. We went outside to the Bayside Bistro & Lounge’s patio to take advantage of the gorgeous view and what would be a fantastic sunset.

The wait staff was attentive without being obnoxious, and after placing our orders for both food and drinks, Madonna and I chatted about the hotel and the family that owns it along with two other hotels on Vancouver Island.

We chatted about the differences and challenges in running the three hotels that comprise Balmoral Groups properties.

Not only does this family run business own the Quality Resort Bayside in

Parksville but they also own the Quality Inn Waddling Dog in Saanichton and the Econolodge Inn & Suites in Victoria.

Being a business owner on an island has its unique set of challenges, especially when it comes to the costs of food and products needed to run a hotel!

We talked about the membership of the three Balmoral Group Properties in the Rider Friendly Business Association®. It is nice to have partners who are dedicated to offering the rider the amenities and services they need. Like secure parking!

Our dinner arrived and I was eager to dig in, the day’s riding had heightened my hunger!

Madonna had the steak and I had the Cedar Wrapped Salmon, after all, seafood is what this region is noted for!

The coconut rice was light and flavourful, the asparagus was cooked to perfection and the salmon was absolutely divine. After our meal we were presented with a dessert menu. I chose to pass on dessert even though the offerings looked appealing.

After a cup of coffee, Madonna took me for a walk on the property to show me its various offerings. The gazebo out on the lawn over looking the ocean is the ideal spot for weddings and special parties.

The hotel offers an indoor pool, hot tub, work out room, squash court, business centre and room service. There is

also a liquor store on site along with a barber/hair shop.

Although I did not get to take in any of the above amenities, I did get to spend some time down on the beach stargazing. It was one of the most peaceful and restful times I had on my trip to the island.

After a fantastic nights sleep, I went and had breakfast, I was one of the first people in the restaurant. Breakfast was served quite promptly and after my fill of bacon and eggs, I warmed up my coffee and headed down to a picnic table I had scoped out the night before.

I worked on an article I had to get done and spent some time daydreaming.

The though of actually taking a few days off to just rest and relax, recharge was some appealing.

Alas, that was not to be.

It was soon time to head back to my room and get packed up for another busy day.

The Quality Resort Bayside is a fabulous property run by great people.

The staff is helpful, the rooms are comfortable and clean, the food is delicious and the view is magnificent.

The Quality Resort Bayside in Parksville is a member of the Rider Friendly Business Association®!

To find out more visit them at: Quality Resort Bayside, Parksville, BC 240 Dogwood Street, P.O. Box 1720, Parksville, BC V9P 2H5 Phone: 250.248.8333 or 1 800.663.4232 Web Site: www.qualityresortparksville.com Email: reservations@qualityresortparksville.com

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The front line in the olive oil war has been drawn in California

By David Pierson Los Angeles Times (MCT) There's a war over your salad dressing, and the front line has been drawn in California.

The Golden State is considering firstof-its-kind grading standards for olive oil that could have far-reaching consequences for the $5.4-billion global industry.

The California Department of Food and Agriculture may soon agree to require testing and certification for purity and quality. New labeling could also be

introduced that would bar common terms such as "light" and "pure" olive oil.

The proposed standards would apply only to the largest California olive growers and millers, but they drew a rebuke from the European Union and the olive oil importer community, which view the rules as a blueprint for wider trade restrictions.

"The manipulative and confrontational tactics are not serving any California industry segment," Eryn Balch, executive vice president of the North American Olive Oil Association, which repre-

An over the row harvester travels over the top of olive trees along the row at California Olive Ranch Nov. 9, 2013 in Artois, Calif. The California Department of Food and Agriculture may soon agree to require testing and certification for purity and quality of olive oils. (Mel Melcon/Los Angeles Times/MCT)

FALL CONSIGNMENT SALE Saturday, October 4, 2014

At MILE 54 SALE YARD • STARTS 10:00 AM SHARP

RING 2 STARTS AT 11:00 AM • VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT SELL AT NOON

FIRE ARMS:, 3- Antique double barrel shot guns, 1-12 ga. Game Star bolt action shot gun, 1- 30-30 Winchester, 1- 303 British, 1 22 WM Marlin, 1- 22 semi-auto Marlin, 1- 22 pump action Marlin, 1- 22 pump Mossberg, 1- 22 single shot - long range cooey, 1- 22 semi-auto Cooey, 4- 22 Repeater Cooey’s, 2- older shot guns. * AUCTIONEERS NOTE* Any one purchasing a fire arm must present a valid possession aquasition licence (P.A.L.) before taking possession of the fire arms.

FARM EQUIPMENT: 800 Versatile Tractor, 7710 Ford 4WD Tractor , 6610 Ford c/w FEL, Sitrex V-Rake, Gehl 6 Wheel Rake, JD 24ft Disc, 2 - Seed Drills, Ass’t Round Balers, Maternity Pen. TRUCKS: 1985 Western Star Tandem Gravel Truck, 1977 Western Star s/a Dumptruck, 1998 GMC Cab over service truck - c/w wireless remote controlled picker - CAT engine - fresh M.V.I., 2002 Ford Pick up VEHICLES: Ass’t items, Pick-ups, Cars, 2004 Toyota Maxim ATV, RECREATIONAL: 2013 Polaris Ranger, Motorhome, Ass’t Quads, Ass’t Sleds, 2011 600 Skidoo, 2011 1000 Arctic Cat Prowler, Suzuki Hunting Buggy, Motor Home, 500 Bombardier Quad EQUIPMENT: Michigan Wheel Loader, Case WA 20 Wheel Loader, Ford 3 ton c/w Tree Planting Spade, 14ft Gravel Box, Truck Mound Sno Plow, Cover All Building, 65 KW DSl gen set on trailer, 6 foot excavator brush rake - Weldco Beales, SKid Steer bucket sweeper, unused JD pallet fork carrier (no forks), 24x30ft Coverall bldg, 2-450 EH JD Dozers, Asst 6” pipe, Asst 8” pipe, 2 - pipe racks, Asst survey tripods, D6D Dozer c/w new rollers and tracks, 17 ton Heila Folding Picker - comes mounted on sub frame with fenders and sliding 5th wheel - wired remote, * Clarke -line skidder c/w 0-hrs on rebuilt engine HOUSE HOLD & MISC: LG washer & dryer, unused mini fridge, pizza warmer, 2 door cooler, soft ice cream machine, prep cooler, bbq, 315 sq. ft. of 12”x12” granite tiles, 248 sq. ft. of 18”x18” granite tiles, 14 bulk bags of dry/split fire wood FARM: 11 foot chain harrows, 2-NH 851 round balers, 2-NH 488 hay bines, Sitrex 10 wheel v rake, Farm King roller mill, calf warming tub, EZE-on F.E.L with bucket and brackets, 12 ft, Kirschman seed drill, 16 ft. I.H.C. seed drill, 8- metal bale feeders, 10- 24ft. free standing corral panels, 5- 24 ft. free standing corral panels w/ 8 ft gate., 3 pth post hole auger, hay trailer, Kubota - 3 pth back hoe TACK: Asst. Stock Saddles & Tackle, Asst. Pack Boxes & Rigging AUCTIONEERS NOTE: Due to the many late deliveries of items please check our website for photos and info on new arrivals of vehicles, quads, and major equipment. We will do our best to keep you updated and informed from there

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scared."

At stake is the lucrative U.S. olive oil market, the world's third largest. Exporters prize America because it's a growing market, whereas European olive oil consumption has been stagnant.

The U.S. consumed 293,000 metric tons of the fruity oil last year, and virtually all of it was imported from countries such as Spain and Italy.

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sents importers, wrote in a letter to the California Department of Food and Agriculture.

Supporters of the proposed rules say they would level the playing field against government-subsidized European producers who don't have to adhere to enforced quality standards.

"The importers know that if we establish ourselves as the premier, authentic producers of olive oil, we'll cut into their business over time," said olive grower Jeff Colombini. "They're running

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McLennan, Alberta Saturday, October 4 2014, 10 A.M. of

From hwy. 2 or 3rd Ave. {railroad museum}: head south on 3rd St., go east on Bousfield Ave. to 2nd St., follow south on Benoit St. {Watch for Signs} Motorhome, Shed, Trailers: 1988 Triple E, Class A, Travel Master motorhome, 38ft. w/454 eng. {recent steering tires} • Car dolly • LaSalle holiday trailer, 32ft. {hunters special} • Pullman van line body, 7.5ft. x 40ft. • Snowmobile/quad trailer, s/a • Shed, 8ft. x 8ft. • Farm wagon • Yard, Garden & Recreation: JD 430 garden tractor w/diesel eng, grass catcher, 54in. deck & 42in. rototiller • Ski-doo, Summit 600 • Quad trailer Shop, Misc. & Construction Tools: Lincoln mig pak 10 welder on steel cart/table • Oxy/accet. set • King Canada air compressor, 5hp. • Folding engine crane, 2 ton • Pressure washer, 3000psi w/11hp. Honda eng. • Craftsman table saw, 10in. • Homelite XL2 chain saw w/case • Stihl chain saw • Stihl TS350 chop saw • No. of cases of chop saw discs • (2) Makita mitre saws, LS1011 & LS1020 • Makita planer • Mastercraft spin saw kit • Mastercraft drill press • No. of reciprocating saws • Porter Cable router • Bench grinder • Hilti TE72 concrete drill & chisel hammer • Hilti DX450 power activated piston gun • No. of cases of Hilti shot • Epoxy Hilti gun • Powershot stapler • Transit & tripod • Shop heater, 220vlt. • Drywall jack • Drywall stilts • Wall jacks • Scaffolding • Roof ladder • Concrete bow float • Concrete vibrators • Kodiak Formula 99S chemical sprayer • Simplex railroad jack • Hyd. jacks • Vise • No. of other power tools • No. of wood chisels, quick grip clamps, levels, squares, socket sets, screw drivers etc. • Socket set, ¾ in. drive • No. of 100ft. HD extension cords, 110vlt. & 220vlt. • Logging chain • Chain come-alongs • Shovels & rakes • No. of bolt bins & organizers loaded w/screws, nails, bolts, hilti shot, fittings etc. Building Materials & Misc: Truss sections • Assort. of lumber, 6x6, 2x10, 2x8, 2x6, 2x4, various lengths • Plywood concrete forms • No. of concrete form braces • Large amount of preformed rebar, saddles, rings, L-bars, various sizes, 10m to 15m • Snap ties • Cases of rebar tie wire • Styrofoam insulation • No. of insulated tarps • Flashing, drywall corners etc. • Windows • Suspended ceiling tile • Weeping tile • Steel stair/deck railing • Chain link fencing • Assort. of bricks, paving stones & cinder blocks • Small amount of Household & Antiques: Northland wood stove • • Items too numerous to mention •

www.ironhorseauctions.ca email: iauction@telusplanet.net Ph: (780) 524-3169 Fax (780) 524-5605 Auctioneers: Robin Lovelace 524-6844 Dustin Lovelace 228-3220 Dave Daly 523-9699

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WEAVER T H E A U C T I O N A D VA N TA G E

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2003 CAT 14H VHP MOTOR GRADER

2005 CAT D6N LGP CRAWLER

2006 325DL EXCAVATORS

EQUIPMENT AUCTION

Weaver Sale Yard • Rycroft, AB • Internet Bidding

SATURDAY, OCT. 25, 2014 • 9:00 a.m.

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PRELIMINARY LIST EXCAVATORS: • 2006 Caterpillar 325DL excavator, bucket and thumb, 9,161 hrs, cab guarding • 2006 Caterpillar 325DL excavator, bucket and thumb, 8,358 hrs, cab guarding 2006 FREIGHTLINER TRI DRIVE - WINCH CRAWLER and LOADER: 1999 CAT 160H VHP MOTOR GRADER • 2005 Caterpillar D6N LGP crawler, 6-way blade, cab, winch, 10,900 hrs • 1982 Cat 941 track loader, canopy, 2 yd. bucket, winch MOTOR GRADERS: • 2003 Caterpillar 14H VHP motor grader, 14,100 hrs, 16 ft. moldboard, mid-mount snow wing, 1-barrel 3-shank ripper, 20.5R-20 tires • 1999 Caterpillar 160H VHP motor grader, 13,787 hrs, 16 ft. moldboard, rear-mount snow wing, 20.5R-20 tires SCALE: • 2008 Western 80 tonne scale, 10x70 ft. steel deck, 3-section, digital print and read out TRUCKS: • 2006 Freightliner Columbia tri-drive winch tractor, white, 60 in. sleeper, Detroit 60 series eng, 18 spd, 437,256 km, Braden 30 ton hyd. winch, a/r • 2003 Freightliner t/a truck, purple/white, 550 Detroit 60 series, 35,000 km on 10 - 2004 FORD F350 4WD SUPER CABS rebuilt eng, 18 spd, 46k rears, dbl lockers, 48 in. sleeper, a/r, 441,630 km 2010 DODGE RAM 2500 • 1987 Western Star t/a gravel truck, grey/purple, 444 Cummins engine, 13 spd, 44k rears, wet kit, 214,009 km, 17 ft. box, power tarp TRAILERS: • (2) 2014 Southland 18 ft. t/a flatdeck trailers, black, alum. ramps, 16 in. tires • 1991 Aspen Scissorneck tridem 40 ton lowbed trailer, 9.6 ft. deck, flip up b. tails, live roll, a/r • 1999 Doepker Super B flatdeck trailers, a/r • 1990 Manac 53 ft tridem hi-boy trailer • 1974 Knight t/a gravel pup trailer, aluminum 12 ft. box • Knight s/a jeep, black • 1992 SWS 5th wheel t/a utitlity trailer, grey, stock trailer top • 1979 Willock 40 ft. t/a highboy trailer, live roll, red, *Current AB inspection, • 1978 Willock 40 ton t/a low bed trailer, red, *Current AB inspection ASPEN SCISSORNECK TRIDEM 40 TON • 1988 Decap tridem gravel trailer, white, spring ride, *Current BC inspection PICKUPS: • 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 crewcab 4wd p/u, white, gas , auto, 137,120 km WESTERN STAR T/A GRAVEL TRUCK • 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 crewcab 4wd p/u, white, Cummins diesel, auto • (10) 2004 Ford F350 super cab 4wd flatdeck trucks, gas, auto, fuel tank and pump • 2006 GMC 3500 E-cab 4wd p/u, white, gas, auto, fuel tank and pump • 1997 Ford F250 4wd flatdeck truck • 1979 Ford F600 s/a grain truck, steel box CAR: • 2004 Toyota 4 Runner limited, leather, sunroof, new windshield and CV joints FARM EQUIPMENT: • JD 4630 tractor, 4340 hrs., 24.5-32 dual tires, 2 hyd • 1991 JD 435 round baler • 4 wheel wagon, 12.5L-15 tires • Versatile 18 ft. f/c • Co-op 14 ft. d/t cultivator • 16 ft. land roller MISC: • Miller Big Blue 400D portable welder, dsl, 3 hrs. on rebuilt eng. • Lincoln 200 amp 2 - 8X40 FT. SEA CANS portable welder • Powermate 5000w gen set • 2011 Homesteader 5 wood fired boiler, 600,000 btu • (4) 1000 gal t/a fuel trailers, 16 in. tires, Honda 5 hp pumps, 2014 SOUTHLAND 18' TRAILERS - UNUSED hose and nozzle • (2) 8x40 ft. Sea Cans • 3 PT. EQUIPMENT: Frontier 3 pt. disc, 48 in. • (3) Turco TC180 6 ft. 3 pt rototillers, 540 pto, fits 35-55 hp tractor, unused ATTACHMENTS: (2) WBM hyd. tilt 84 in. excavator chuck blades • HD 8 ft. snowblower • LIVESTOCK EQUIPMENT: (40) 6x24 ft. freestanding livestock panels • (8) round bale rings • 300 gal. poly stock tank • (2) 12 ft. gates • 6x12 ft. bale feeder • 14 bale wagon •

Partial list only, complete list at weaverauctions.com

BOOK YOUR EQUIPMENT TODAY • Call JEFF - LORNE or EVAN We are adding equipment to this sale on a daily basis, for complete up to date listing and info log on to our website

2004 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER

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The olive oil war

UNRESERVED PUBLIC REAL ESTATE AUCTION

Bill & Helen Colwell

CONTINUED FROM 50

Sunset Prairie, BC | October 21, 2014 · 10am

Peace

R.

Home Quarter & 12 Parcels of Farmland 2226± title acres & $18,800 SLR*

Peace

Cecil Lake

R.

Bond East Pine

Clear Prairie

Murdale

97 Bear Flat

North Star

Three Creeks

Cardinal Lake

Clayhurst

Sunset Prairie

Deadwood

Worsley

OPEN HOUSE: Oct 1 – 4 to 7 pm

Braden Rd

N

Gage 2 Reno

Auction Property Gordondale

97

Dawson Creek Kelly Lake

Kimiwan Lake

Rycroft 2

Tupper

Smoky R.

2

Grande Prairie

Sexsmith 34

Winagami Lake

Kenzie

2

Crooked Creek

Sunset House Valleyview

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 10 11 12 13

Sunset Prairie

BC/NTS 93P-15 Sunset Prairie

Parcel 1 - Garden

California. Using mechanized farming tools popular outside of Europe, these growers and millers have helped boost American olive oil production tenfold since 2007 to 10,000 metric tons. Industry officials liken the growth to that of the state’s wine industry several decades ago.

California producers say they can guarantee a higher-quality olive oil than most of their European counterparts _ seizing on years of bad publicity for the European olive oil industry, which has been accused of widespread fraud and adulteration.

There are currently no federal laws strictly regulating olive oil in the U.S. The U.S. Department of Agriculture issues only voluntary certification for extra virgin olive oil, the highest grade available, low in acidity and free of chemicals or additives.

California olive oil makers have lobbied Washington in recent years for federal rules that would have led to testing of imported olive oil, but they couldn’t muster enough political support.

Then late last year, the California Legislature voted to establish a commission to boost the competitiveness of the state’s olive oil industry. Similar efforts in the past on behalf of the state’s almond and pistachio growers have helped

those industries thrive.

Made up of local growers and millers, the Olive Oil Commission of California submitted standards to the state’s food and agriculture department that included redefining terms for different olive oil products in an attempt to better inform consumers.

Under the proposal, California producers would be barred from using the common labeling terms “light,” which describes oil that has been refined with chemicals or additives (not less caloric) and “pure,” which means an oil was extracted from a second pressing of the olives.

Instead, labels would have to read “refined olive oil” and “olive pomace oil.”

Balch of the importers’ North American Olive Oil Association accused California lawmakers of crafting a proposal ultimately aimed at one day disrupting imports. American olive oil makers generally make extra virgin olive oil, not pure and light grades, so new regulations would have little effect on the domestic industry.

California olive oil makers “represent 0.2 percent of world production and 3 percent of U.S. consumption, yet purport it will be less confusing if the new standard requires different labeling and trade terminology than what is used by the rest of the world,” Balch said.

UNRESERVED PUBLIC REAL ESTATE AUCTION Parcel 1 - Barn

Parcel 1 - Shop

Gerry & Gary Williscroft

Joussard, AB | October 2 – Selling at the Grande Prairie Site 160± title acres – Farm/Recreational land

Parcel 1

Parcel 5

Hines Creek

Three Creeks

Cardinal Lake

N

Grimshaw

1980 Versatile 835 & Sunflower 1442 29 Ft

AUCTION LOCATION: From Dawson Creek, BC go 35.4 km (22 miles) west on Heart Hwy 97 to the Braden Rd, then north 6.4 km (4 miles) to Rd 214, then 3.6 km (2 ¼ miles) west. North side of road.

PROPERTY FEATURES INCLUDE:

PARTIAL LIST OF EQUIPMENT INCLUDES: 1980 Versatile 835 4WD · 2009 Kubota M110X MFWD · 1978

pasture / hay, 20± acres bush, 1200± sq ft 3 bedroom

John Deere 4640 2WD · Massey Ferguson 510 Western

country home, mature yard w/ large garden

Special Combine · 1997 John Deere 9500 Combine · 1980

& bathroom · 40 ft x 60 ft insulated metal clad shop, well maintained barn w/ wood corral system · Surface Lease Revenue on parcels 2, 4, 8 & 9

CCIL 550 15 Ft Swather · 1980 Ford 700 S/A Grain Truck · 1999 Dodge 2500 Pickup · John Deere 9350 Double Disc Seed Drill · CCIL 30 Ft Deep Tillage Cultivator · Grain Handling Equipment · Livestock Equipment · Vanguard 27 Ft Fifth Wheel Travel Trailer ...AND MUCH MORE!

For up-to-date photos & details, please check our website: rbauction.com/realestate Owner – Bill & Helen Colwell: 250.843.9925 Realtor – Rick Wallan, All Peace Realty: 780.518.3313 (c), apr3313@telus.net Broker – Ritchie Bros. Real Estate Services Ltd. Ellen Engelsbel: 778.331.5427 Ritchie Bros. Territory Manager – Rod Thibeault: 780.933.9156, 800.491.4494 Auction Company License #303043 & 309645

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Lesser Slave Lake

High Prairie 33 km

1

2

Auction Site

Grande Prairie

Smoky R.

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iku

Ut

2

Donnelly

Atikameg Kimiwan Lake

Utikuma Lake

Kenzie 2 High Prairie

43

Lesser Slave Lake

Joussard

Auction Property

Valleyview

Little Smoky

Swan Hills

43

DIRECTIONS TO PROPERTY: From High Prairie, AB, go 33 km (21 miles) East on Hwy 2, then 1 km (0.5 miles) Fox Creek R. South on Rge Rd 133. Property on West side of road. oky PROPERTY FEATURES INCLUDE: · 90± acres open (75± acres summerfallow in 2014) · Well drained soil - cross ditched · South-North drainage - 20 ft in elevation change · 2.5 miles North of Crown land (Green zone)

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· 70± acres recreational/natural wilderness, well treed, creek/beaver dam · Abundance of wildlife, development/sub-division opportunity

For up-to-date photos & details, please check our website: rbauction.com/realestate

Ritchie Bros. Territory Manager – Mike Slon: 780.518.6249 800.491.4494 Realtor – Rick Wallan, All Peace Realty: 780.518.3313

R.

Winagami Lake

43

Slave Lake 60 km

Owner – Gerry Williscroft: 780.523.8899

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Rycroft

Hythe

· 10± acres fully serviced yard site, 130± acres of improved

· Fully developed concrete basement w/ laundry room

Bonanza Gordondale

Joussard

Rge Rd# 133

2009 Kubota M110X

Fairview

Slave Lake

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A Grande Thank You.. . . to all our loyal KUBO TA customers over the years who supported Grande Equipment Limited.

We enjoyed serving you and tried our level best to give you years of trouble free service from your Kubota purchase.

Change is never easy but the newly appointed dealer, “Grande Prairie Kubota”, will ensure the transition is as smooth as possible. Product is on the move to the new dealer now.

With a sparkling new facility just south of Sexsmith, the staff at Grande Prairie Kubota will carry the Kubota and Landpride brands proudly into the future. We know you will be looked after for years to come.

Once again, Thank You. Randy, Dohn and Staff - Grande Equipment

Landpride Tandem Disc (2013), 12’, As New, 22”blades, reg $13,000 ................................ This One $9,000 6x6 Quad with TRACKS, runs decent ................................................................................ Taking Offers 250gal Diesel Tank ......................................................................................................... $150 3pth Ballast Box to fit Cat 0-1, reg $250 ......................................................................... $110 Set of Steel Tracks off of 4-6 Ton Mini Excavator, As New .................................................. $1,400

3pth Ballast Box Cat 01

Front Fenders for 100-140HP MFWD tractor ................................................................... $250

Landpride Tandem Disc

----------------------SOLD-----------------------Thomas Skid Steer compatible front hyd angle blade, 7’.................................................... $1,200 6.5’ Front Snowblade w/hyd angle, for compact 25-40hp tractor, like new ........................ $1,400 Kubota 72” Hyd Angle Front Blade to fit B3000/B3030/B3350, reg $2,100 ..................... This One $1,200 Category 3 Quick Hitch, reg $900 ................................................................................... $350 ----------------------SOLD------------------------

Kubota 72” Blade

AFTER HOURS PARTS: (780) 831-0050 SERVICE: (780) 831-0051

10116 - 132 Avenue, Grande Prairie, Alberta

AFTER HOUR SALES: LAVERN (780) 512-1580 RANDY (780) 831-0053

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PH: (780) 538-9330 • Fax: (780) 538-9328• Email: grandequ@telusplanet.net • Website: grandeequipmentltd.com • Toll Free: 1-800-668-3955 (AB/BC)