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Credit Union Celebrates 75 Years

Vermilion Credit Union CEO Dave Eremko (center) presented long serving staff plaques to staff members from left, Dawn Jackson, Laurie Barlow, Tammy Snelgrove, Trina Fisher, Carrie Barlow, and Elaine Poliakiwski on March 10. Photos Angela Mouly

Angela Mouly Reporter

Celebrating a long history of community involvement and support, approxi m ate l y 15 0 m e m b er s a n d g u e s t s attended the Vermilion Credit Union’s 75th Anniversary and AGM on March 10, at the Elk’s Hall. Since opening in 1943, the Vermilion Credit Union has grown significantly with originally only a few members to now have 4,136 members. Credit Union’s in Canada were the first financial institutions to lend to women in their own names during the 1960’s, was the first to have full service ABMs, debit card service, fully functioning online banking, and the first to offer registered education plans, among more innovative practices. M em ber s of b oth Ver milion and Mannville branches were in attendance along with Vermilion Mayor-Caroline McAuley, and Vermilion-Lloydminster ML A-Dr. Richard Starke. Speakers noted the many changes and accom-

plishments throughout the years, and guests enjoyed a catered meal by Red Feather Ridge, draws for a Bulova watch and a Hillberg & Berk jewellery set, complimentary wine glasses, and a dance. Mayor McAuley presented CEO Dave Eremko with a plaque on behalf of the Town of Vermilion. “It took courage and foresight at a time that wasn’t very easy to have clients pool their resources to provide financial services through the Credit Union movement. The Vermilion Credit Union is a tremendous supporter of the community on an annual basis to a wide variety of organizations in part because you don’t have shareholders, you have members,” said MLA Richard Starke. Long - term ser vice rec ognition awards were given to Dawn Jackson and Laurie Barlow for 10 years of service, Tammy Snelgrove for 15 years of service, Trina Fisher for 20 years of service, Carrie Barlow for 30 years of service, and Elaine Poliakiwski for 40

years of service. Sonja Matechuk was acknowledged for her diligence and commitment as she will be stepping down from the board after 15 years. In the past year, the Vermilion Credit Union has donated $34,000 to various organizations, $75,000 to the Vermilion Valley Lodge’s modernization project, and had staff provide 1,100 volunteer hours. “We believe community support is one of our fundamental responsibilities. Fat Cat has been participating in the Accelerated Reading Program with community youth for 12 years now, and the Charity Golf Tournament has been held for 17 years. I think the Lodge donation is our crowning achievement because it pays homage to our members both past and present. We thank the opening members for their shared vision, and our goal is to continue this tradition by making lives easier for our members through technol- ML A Dr. Ric hard Starke delivered a ogy and innovation,” said Dave Eremko, speech at the Vermilion Credit Union’s 75th Anniversary on March 10. Vermilion Credit Union CEO.

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Big Smiles At Little Royal

Angela Mouly Reporter

Lakeland College, Vermilion Campus hosted the Little Royal Rodeo in combin at i o n w i t h Ag - c i t i n g I n fo r m at i o n Sessions from March 9 – 11. Prospective students and their families were thrilled to see first-hand the opportunities available through Human Services, Interior Design, and Agricultural Sciences programs. Staff provided

helpful hints, and people had the opportunity to ask current students questions about their experiences. “I attended the Ag-citing Event last year, and highly recommend it because it doesn’t just show off the facilities, but all the extra things that Lakeland College offers; most notably, hands-on experience,” said first year AST student, Janelle Youst. Ambassador for the Early Learning

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and Child Care Program, Karley Heisler, is working on her last practicum for her diploma. She pointed out that growing up her mother had always babysat and she had taught dance for years, so she always knew that she wanted to work with children. Heisler assisted prospective students in pointing out additional opportunities available in the communit y, and the prospective students responded with excitement.

Little Royal Rodeo was accompanied by a dance, and specialty club demonstrations. Throughout the weekend, people enjoyed a Western Canadian Judging Competition, dog agility and stock dog demonstrations, a tractor club race, and a steer and heifer show. “Thanks to everyone for coming out to watch the ranch sorting and ranch doctoring,” said Ron Hoffman, Western Ranch and Cow Horse Instructor.

Back row from left, Jorin Black, and Karley Heisler. Front row from left, Abby Thompson, and Kaitlyn Stroeder.

From left, Ronnie Dowbush, Janelle Youst, and Loralee Ryan.

A highlight of the weekend was the first Annual Lawn Mower Race held at Lakeland College in Vermilion on March 9. Photo supplied

Josie Van Lent, Lakeland College Dean of Agricultural Sciences during the Ranch Rodeo’s ranch sorting event on March 9. Photos Angela Mouly

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Vermilion Folk Club will hold their Open Stage night on Saturday, March 17 as well as a food drive for local charity ‘Hearts and Hands.’ Doors open at 7 p.m. with music starting at 7:30 p.m. at the Vermilion Legion Hall. Admission for musicians is free with adult entry at $10 and student entry for $5 if you wish to get in the line up for Saturdays Open Stage call 780-853-5275. The Vermilion Folk Club asks for attendees to consider bringing food or monetary donations to help support ‘Hearts and Hands.’ Non-perishable food items, personal and cleaning supplies along with baby and school lunch items would be appreciated. ‘Hearts and Hands’ operate as a non-profit organization which is volunteered based and

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began on February 14, 2016, after ‘Hearts and Hands’ Coordinator, Betty Thomas overheard a conversation a lady was having stating that she could not afford formula for her baby. Since its inception in 2016, the ‘Hearts and Hands’ service has made 78 deliveries within the community and surrounding areas. Recipients receive approximately one month’s worth of supplies as a one-time free gift. “We do not require referrals from outside agencies, but we have had referrals from Alberta Works, the Health Unit, schools, Mental Health, the Medical Clinic, Victim Services, Early Intervention, anonymous and self-referrals,” said Thomas. ‘Hearts and Hands’ do not place donation boxes for food where boxes already exist for the Vermilion Food Bank. The ‘Hearts and Hands’ mission differs from regular food

banks, and they do not want to take away from the Vermilion Food Bank which helps people on a regular basis in the area. They do accept food and cash donations from private individuals. They do not accept toys or candy. Food donations can also be dropped off at the donation boxes in Shoppers Drug Mart and Lakeland Mall. “St. Saviours Anglican Church accepts cash donations requiring a receipt over $10. These donations are used to purchase gift cards from local stores for ‘Hearts and Hands’ to use to purchase meats, vegetables, and dairy items when needed. Other cash donations can be left at Fantasy Flowers, which are deposited into a bank account which can then be accessed by a debit card for our use. We do not provide gift cards to recipients and do not help pay past due bills or rent; it just is not feasible to do so,” said Thomas.

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at fair trade value, implementing green gardening practices, and working towards access to safe drinking water by way of holding themselves, family or community members, and governments accountable. Participants enjoyed visiting, desserts, and refreshments following the service.

The Faith Lutheran Church in Vermilion hosted a World Day of Prayer service showcasing Suriname on March 8. Participants were introduced to Suriname as a coastal country in South America with over 90 per cent a tropical rainforest. They were encouraged to consider global and local environments, and their own actions to nurture and preserve the environment for the next generation. According to the bulletin, Suriname had implemented a more sustainable system of forestry that was later copied by larger nations such as Brazil and Venezuela. Speakers representing the Faith Lutheran Church, the Glad Tidings Pentecostal Assembly, Parkview Alliance Church, the Ukrainian Catholic Church of St. Olga, St. Saviors Anglican Church, First United Church, and the Catholic Church of the Holy Name each read stories of Suriname women with different backgrounds and industry specialties. The stories drew attention to Suriname’s sea turtles, food, and Representatives of the Faith Lutheran Church, Glad Tidings Pentecostal Assembly, Parkview Alliance Church, Ukrainian Catholic Church medicinal plants. Their agriculture industry of St. Olga, St. Saviors Anglican Church, First United Church, and the Catholic Church of the Holy Name during World Day of Prayer in includes coconut oil, honey, cassava, taro, Vermilion on March 8. Photo Angela Mouly

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sters in the backseat of the SUV this time. “Are we there yet?” “Daddy he is touching me” “She is not helping”..., so I just unhooked Miss Noel and let her run while Sir Mukluk did all the work, I cut four loads of wood and loaded the sled, it was heavier than I thought. The sled has a push handle which I c oul d help, but Sir M uk luk with out a lead dog was ...let’s just say a little distracted every two feet unless I walked beside him, but he pulled out and home all four loads like a champ..a good truckload of wood. A good lead dog is a must with a team, and unfor tunately, as I don’t want to stress Miss Oohohh, she is just along for the adventure and exercise. Recently we had a nice snow, but in this cursed countryside, the wind was ever present. So we have some decent snow, but mostly huge wind drifts hindering getting anywhere, I took the quad and snow plow out to redo some of the training trails on the proper t y and proceeded to get the quad stuck...an understatement. The quad did a good portion of the trails, but where the wind did its havoc there were unreal snowdrifts, somehow the quad in one stretch rode or skidded on top of the drift, I got out a shovel and started digging. I dug out the front end of the quad, and the wheels were a good two feet up above the ground, an d t hat to o k m e alm ost an h our, then as I watched the dogs playing, running around bur ying themselves in tunnels, and not helping with the digging..”I thought to wait a minute.” So I hooked Miss Noel and Sir Mukluk in their harnesses and to the quad before I could even give a command they pulled the quad out onto the clear ground and looked at me as to say “ok we did chores we got playing in the

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We, Pack Rats Of Digital Persuasion

James Wolters Columnist

There once was a time when those of us with the propensity of ‘collecting’ things would not be at all hard to visually distinguish. If you happened to stumble or even be invited into a den, spare room, office, basement, garage (or spare shelf), it was there for all to see…or even dodge around or trip over…the result of those efforts. That is not to say that is a bad thing as there are many tourist businesses that make their living off shot glasses, ‘I was here and all I got…’ t-shirts, and other elements of sentimental kitsch we go at great lengths to acquire. I’m certainly not innocent in that regard but the direction I’m heading with this is the onset of collecting dust bunnies

of the digital realm. For me at work this is a time of year that begins the final turn into deadlines and the end of the corporate calendar…aka FY18. But it also has my to-do radar picking up on the fringes the blip of ‘the backup’. One of the issues we have now is that the amount of time we spend digitally has increased so much that we can pile up our digital pile faster than we can dig ourselves out of it… like standing under the business end of a running grain auger. We’ve the spent a year of taking pictures and videos on our phones, keeping spreadsheets and checklists for our kids teams, writing stories, doing homework projects, etc. Every now and then to avoid that sudden screeching wail of denial built on the scaffolding of overconfidence and procrastination, we need to remind ourselves to make sure that all those digital creations collected over the year on

our myriad of devices like smartphones, laptops, cameras, tablets don’t die a premature death on whatever memory card, USB key, DVD, or hard drive they happened to be created on. It is because they are often out of sight and out of mind, stored in sizes far smaller in comparison to other the physical things we have collected, that in my opinion we have trouble with prioritizing their importance. They’re just not big enough to be tripping over them constantly, I would offer. Those who pass by a Costco (for example) know that shortly within the front doors are external storage hard drives offered to help deal with our problem…if you can keep up on your Metric prefixes mixed with bytes. I think I have a new joke with myself the 80’s were measured in kilo’s, and now we are up to tera’s, seemingly bumping up one per decade. Amazing that anyone at this point could

collect (and subsequently lose) a trillion of anything but I’m sure there are those of us out there already that have done so and more. Certainly the retail offerings are now up to the 4 and 6 TB level so there are some serious digital pack rats out there. Being a computer guy since the early 80’s, I’ve had a few dead floppy discs and the occasional corrupted file but thankfully nothing after all that time of really serious consequence lost. With some recent experiences involved in the recovery of digital memories of others, I know well the relief on a face when a year’s worth of photos were not lost forever to the digital ether. So set dates on your calendar, perhaps every quarter, just like it is time for the cars oil change, spring cleaning, or checkup at the doctor…then do a backup. Because we will be at petabytes before you know it…

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Vermilion Credit Union Welcomes Ottawa Decision On ‘Banking’ Terminology

Janice Mulgrew, Marketing Coordinator, ing our members. Vermilion Credit Union Ltd. Along with other credit unions Submitted across Canada, last year Vermilion Vermilion, Alberta, March 1, 2018 – Credit Union had requested the federal Vermilion Credit Union welcomes the government to review Bank Act restricFederal Government ’s decision on tions on the ‘banking’ terminology. We banking terminology for credit unions. have always used terms like ‘bank’ and This decision provides flexibility for ‘banking’ while serving our members, Vermilion Credit Union Ltd. to continue all the while proudly disclosing that we using terms ‘bank’ and ‘banking’ in serv- are a credit union and not a bank.

Canadians use these terms in dealing with deposit-taking institutions like a bank or a credit union and we need to speak a language Canadians use and understand. “We are happy with this decision by the Finance Minister. This decision helps clarify the ambiguity in the Bank Act concerning credit unions and banking terminology, and for that we would

Town Council

Angela Mouly Reporter

A Town Council meeting was held in Vermilion on March 6, with several items on the agenda including new business. The Regional Business Accelerator ex tended a recommendation to nominate Mayor, Caroline McAuley to their board of directors. Council raised concerns regarding time spent versus what it would bring to Vermilion, in addition to whether other councillors could fill the role if it were to be beneficial. Axia’s, community relations specialist Si byl B ig le presente d an o pen access fibre network presentation to council. “Fibre is the future of internet connectivity,” said Bigle. According to Bigle, Axia can provide unlimited data at the speed of light, constant connectivity without sharing, symmetrical uploads and downloads, and open access. With no capital cost to the community, if 30 per cent of the community was interested, the installation would take place in 2019 and

only be accessible to town dwellings until a later date. Overall, the presentation was well received, but there is no confirmation on whether the Town of Vermilion will enter into an agreement as they are currently seeking government funding for broadband. The Mannville Peace Of ficer contract came up in emergent items. A motion was passed for a two-year contract to be done up with a 5 per cent increase. “I think it is a great partnership with the Village of Mannville. We know that what happens in Mannville impacts Vermilion, and without it they wouldn’t be able to af ford any enforcement services,” said Mayor, Caroline McAuley. ACE Regional Water has begun construction on new pipelines in Kitscot y, Black foot, and Islay, and has tested the Water Treatment Plant for sustainability of their ongoing regional project. Both the Vermilion Regional Centre wing rental rates and Vermilion Cemetery rates will increase by 3 per cent as of January 1, 2019.

New businesses to each receive $20,000 as part of the New Commerc ial Ret ail Develo pment In c entive Program to contribute to renovations include ‘Uniquely U Styles’ (a ladies clothing store located in the Craig’s Cornerstone building on 50 Avenue), and ‘Branded’ (a western-wear and tack store to be located in the upper floor of 4915-51 Street). Ac c o r d i n g to c o u n c i l, D a i n e s & Daubney will be opening on 50 Avenue on March 16. Council also noted that the new waste program did not save funds, and board members had given them truck

like to thank Minister Bill Morneau and the team at the Department of Finance,” declared David Eremko, CEO, Vermilion Credit Union Ltd. Vermilion Credit Union would also like to acknowledge the advocacy efforts of MPs from all parties and the All Party Credit Union Caucus, a body formed last spring to facilitate communication between legislators and credit unions.

fuel and carbon tax as explanations. D ur i n g r o u n d t a b l e d i s c u s s i o n s, Councillor McCullough noted having had the pleasure of speaking with approximately 35 seniors in the community who had suggested a walking track be made in the communityperhaps around the Stadium. Councillor Henderson mentioned having toured the Vermilion Valley Lodge. “I was most impressed with the room size and the natural light that residents are getting with the renovation. It ’s nice to visualize and see where everything is going to be,” said Henderson.

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The Eastern Alber ta Trade Corridor (EATC) hosted a Local To Global Forum in Vermilion from March 7 - 9. Participants travelled from all over eastern Alberta and began networking at the Pomeroy Inn & Suites on March 7. Sessions began on March 8, after participants were welcomed by EATC Chair-Jay Slemp, Town of Vermilion Mayor-Caroline McAuley, and County of Vermilion River Reeve-Dale Swyripa. Participants were eager to hear from industry specialists and government representatives regarding energy and agriculture, transportation and technology, marketing and trade exports. The EATC is an initiative of Alberta HUB, the Bat tle River Alliance for E c o n o m i c D e ve l o p m e n t , a n d t h e Palliser Economic partnership in association with the Ports To Plains Alliance.

“We had a really good turnout, and are working to connect our people to global markets by supporting regional e c o n o m i c d eve l o p m e nt i n i t i at i ve s within the EATC. We all need to work together; we’re better together, we’re all connected,” said EATC Chair, Jay Slemp. With 29 percent of municipalities in Alberta, the EATC worked to provide at tendees with par tnerships and provide expor t oppor tunities with a broader area of support. “In our current economic times business collaboration is critical to our economic development,” said Town of Vermilion mayor, Caroline McAuley. Overall, participants enjoyed the vast information from various sessions and large networking opportunities at the forum, encouraging them to promote eastern Alberta’s goods and services and provide greater economic development throughout.

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Mannville Historical Society, A Huge Thank You And Farewell

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At the regular bi-monthly meeting; the Mannville Historical Society bade au revoir, to Mr. 79. CFCW has been around town for the last few weeks assisting with the Phone Home Virtual Brick FundRaising Campaign. Mr. 79

spread his special joy throughout town at many of the local businesses. “He was busy while he was here and possibly left behind several surprises. The reveal will be at the Mannville Historical Telephone Exchange birthday par t y on June 8,” said Shirley Wonsik.

Mannville Historical Society held their march meeting at the Mannville Seniors Manor on March 7. Back row from left, Shirley Wonsik, Mr. 79, Rose Gorniak, Jill McLuckie, Alice Stafinski, Anne Kuchik,Shantell Bielesch. Front row from left, Lillian Konieczny, Martha Wessel, Eileen Kitt. Photo Shawna Chernichen

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March 12, 2018 | The Vermilion Voice

SALUTING OUR AGRICULTURAL COMMUNITY

New Livestock Researcher Aims To Increase Lakeland’s Profile

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ogy will support his goal. H e a d d e d L a ke l a n d ’s S t u d e n t Managed Farm – Powered by New Holland’s dairy, beef and sheep units create vast research opportunities. Another priority for the researcher is to work on collaboratively integrating applied research into academic programming and increasing student involvement. He’d like to help students develop research skills so when they graduate they have a skill set that will keep them at the top of the job market. “Increasing access to applied research

In c reasing L akelan d ’s livesto c k research activities and student involvement in applied research are among the goals of the newest member of Lakeland College’s applied research team. Dr. Obioha Durunna joined Lakeland in January as a livestock research scientist. He’s excited to use his skill set and innovative ideas to grow Lakeland’s livestock research, specifically in the area of production efficiency for grazing livestock. “One of my goals is to help develop Lakeland’s livestock research. I have a great interest in feed efficiency and the use of telemetry to improve selection of efficient livestock, so I hope Lakeland will become a go-to place for livestock producers to learn how telemetry and other simple tools can support them,” says Durunna who has been researching feed efficiency since 2007. Telemetry is an automated communications process that transmits data collected remotely for monitoring. Durunna says this method would be beneficial to producers with grazing animals in pastures that are not easily accessible because their performance can be “assessed without changing their normal behavior.” Lakeland uses GrowSafe technology for monitoring the individual feed intake of animals at the G.N. Sweet Live- Dr. Obioha Durunna joined Lakeland stock Research Facility at the Vermilion College’s applied research department in campus. Durunna noted that this technol- January as a livestock research scientist.

activities could help the students become aware of the tools and processes that are required to (excel) in applied research. The students don’t have to be statistic gurus or research experts, but I hope they’ll take something with them as they move on to different careers.” Durunna previously worked for the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture; Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; and Livestock Gentec which is based at the

University of Alberta, his alma mater. His past research on feed efficiency and feeding behaviors have been published in numerous research journals. Lakeland College’s applied research efforts are focused primarily on agriculture, environmental sciences and energy. Specific to agriculture, Lakeland’s focus is on research that supports commercial crop and livestock activities that are prevalent in the region.

Flock expansion Animal science technology students involved in the sheep unit of Lakeland College’s Student-Managed Farm – Powered by New Holland were extremely busy on Thursday, March 1. In the span of 12 hours, 18 ewes lambed, adding 36 lambs to the flock. In total there are 185 ewes to lamb at the Vermilion campus this year. Pictured are students Shantel Larsen of Red Deer, Alta., Bethan Lewis of Elkhorn, Man., and Brandi Lamontagne of North Battleford, Sask. Photos submitted

The Vermilion Voice | March 12, 2018

SALUTING OUR AGRICULTURAL COMMUNITY

AgriStability: What Is In It For The Producer?

Agriculture Financial Services Corporation Farm Income Disaster Program (FIDP) Submitted in 1996. Agriculture is one of the vital sectors In the meantime, the federal governof the economy as it constitutes the ment also started a similar farm income backbone of food security for a nation. stabilization program in 1998, which But it is also one of the riskiest due to lasted until 2002. In 2003 Canadian Agriits dependence on weather phenomena culture Income Stabilization (CAIS) was that producers are unable to control. introduced, merging federal and provinBecause of the importance it carries cial farm income stability programs to and the risks it faces, governments have ensure consistency throughout the always supported agricultural sector in country. a number of ways, including by offerIt was in 20 07 that the program ing insurance programs for agricultural assumed its current name and was producers. AgriStability is one of the enacted as part of the Growing Forward most comprehensive of such programs, I framework and was maintained in maintained under Canadian Agricultural Growing Forward II and most recently in Partnership (CAP), the new federal/ CAP with minor changes along the way. provincial/territorial cooperation frameBenefits of AgriStability work to support farmers nationwide. One of the most important aspects The concept on which AgriStability is of the AgriStability program is the holisbased on was first instituted as a provin- tic approach it takes to farming operacial program in Alberta in 1995 under tions: It provides whole farm protecthe name of Farm Income Stabilization tion against significant margin declines Program (FISP), and continued until that may result from a range of factors, 2002 after its name was changed to including production loss, price declines

and increased input costs. With such a comprehensive scope, AgriStability allows farmers to benefit from coverage that may not be provided under other business risk management programs. And such coverage comes at a quite a low cost: The premium is $315 per $100,000 based on the historical margin of the farming operation. The minimum fee to participate is $45 and the annual administration fee is $55. In return, the program provides assistance to producers who suffer from margin declines greater than 30 per cent due to the factors mentioned above. The fact that the coverage under the AgriStability is specifically based on the history of a farm’s unique operational data makes the program even more fitting to any farmer’s risk management options. The 2016 program year was a difficult one for farmers throughout Alberta, mainly because of the early onset of winter which left almost a million acres unhar vested and a decline in

cattle market. AgriStability’s response to the challenging conditions of 2016 is expected to exceed $200 million in payments to assist affected farmers. This figure compares with over $158 million in payments for the 2013-2015 period. And there is fur ther benefit to be derived from being a par ticipant in the AgriStability program: A farmer’s par ticipation can be used as security to access credit options under the Advance Payments Program (APP), a federal loan guarantee program that allows producers to access low interest cash advances, up to $400,000 per program year, with federal government reimbursing the interest on the first $100,000 to the producer. Deadline to enrol in the AgriStability program is April 30. More information on the program is available on the AFSC website (www.afsc.ca) and AFSC branch offices throughout the province.

Justin Trudeau Failing To Address Grain Crisis

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Ottawa ON – Conservative Shadow Ministers for Agriculture and Agri-Food Luc Berthold and John Barlow, along with Member of Parliament Randy Hoback yesterday stood up for farmers affected by the grain backlog crisis, and succeeded in getting committee members from all

parties to agree to hold an emergency meeting on this issue on March 19th. “It’s disappointing however that the Liberals are failing to see the urgency of the crisis by refusing to hear from producers and railway officials earlier. When grain doesn’t move, farmers don’t get paid. We saw early warning signs that we were headed into a crisis, however the Liberals refused to act, even after

Conservatives provided meaningful solutions to avert the current backlog. “Because of Conservatives and agriculture stakeholder’s advocacy, we have seen positive steps forward from CN and FCC to offer options for farmers facing cash flow issues. However, Conservatives are calling on the Minister of Transport and Agriculture to immediately implement an Order in Council to address the

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Celebrating Ag Week March 11th - 17th 2018 Thank you to our farmers. dŚĞ ƉŽǁĞƌ ŽĨ ŽŶĞ ŵĞŵďĞƌ͕ ŽŶĞ ǀŽƚĞ tŚĂƚ ŝĨ ZƵƌĂů ůĞĐƚƌŝĮĐĂƟŽŶ ƐƐŽĐŝĂƟŽŶ ;Z Ϳ ĐŽ-ŽƉ ŵĞŵďĞƌƐ ͞ŽǁŶĞĚ͟ ƚŚĞŝƌ ƉŽǁĞƌ͍

One of the advantages we gain through our ǁŽƌŬ ĂƐ Ă &ĞĚĞƌĂƟŽŶ͕ ŝƐ Ă ďŝƌĚ͛s eye view of the whole electricity landscape and how it is ĐŚĂŶŐŝŶŐ ŝŶ ůďĞƌƚĂ ƌŝŐŚƚ ŶŽǁ͘ tĞ ŐĞƚ ƚŽ evaluate what͛Ɛ ŐŽŝŶŐ ŽŶ ĂŶĚ ĂĚǀŽĐĂƚĞ ƐƚƌŽŶŐůǇ ĨŽƌ ŵĞŵďĞƌ Z Ɛ͘ tĞ ĐŽƵůĚ ŶŽƚ ĚŽ ƚŚŝƐ ǁŝƚŚŽƵƚ ŽƵƌ ďŽĂƌĚ͕ ĂŶĚ ŽƵƌ ŵĞŵďĞƌƐ͕ ǁŚŽ ƐƚĞƉ ƵƉ ƌĞŐƵůĂƌůǇ ƚŽͲ ŐĞƚŚĞƌ ƚŽ ŚĞůƉ ƐƚĞĞƌ Z ĐŽ-ŽƉƐ ŝŶ ƚŚĞ ƌŝŐŚƚ ĚŝƌĞĐƟŽŶ͘ /ŵĂŐŝŶĞ ƚŚĞ ŬŝŶĚ ŽĨ ŵŽŵĞŶƚƵŵ ǁĞ ŵŝŐŚƚ ĂĐŚŝĞǀĞ ŝĨ Ă ďƌŽĂĚ ƐǁĂƚŚ ŽĨ Z ŵĞŵďĞƌƐ ĂůƐŽ ƐƚĞƉƉĞĚ ƵƉ ĂŶĚ ƚƌƵůǇ ŽǁŶĞĚ ƚŚĞŝƌ ƉŽǁĞƌ ƚŽ ƐƉĞĂŬ͕ ƚŽ ĂĐƚ͕ ĂŶĚ ƚŽ ǀŽƚĞ ĨŽƌ ǁŚĂƚ ƚŚĞǇ ƚŚŝŶŬ ŝƐ ďĞƐƚ ĨŽƌ ƌƵƌĂů ĞůĞĐƚƌŝĐŝƚǇ͍ &ĞǁĞƌ ƉĞŽƉůĞ ƚŽĚĂǇ ƐĞĞŵ ƚŽ ďĞ ĐŽŶǀŝŶĐĞĚ ƚŚĞŝƌ ŽǁŶĞƌƐŚŝƉ ŝŶ ƚŚĞŝƌ ĐŽ-op can change the course of ĞǀĞŶƚƐ͘ ŶĚ ƐŽ͕ ƚŽ ƐƚĂƌƚ Žī ϮϬϭϴ͕ ǁĞ ĂƌĞ ƌĞǀŝƐŝƟŶŐ ƚŚĞ ďĂƐŝĐ ŝĚĞĂ ŽĨ ĚĞŵŽĐƌĂƟĐ ŽǁŶĞƌƐŚŝƉ͘ ,Žǁ ĚŽ ǁĞ ůŝǀĞ ƵƉ ƚŽ ƚŚĂƚ ŬĞǇ ĐŽŽƉĞƌĂƟǀĞ ƉƌŝŶĐŝƉůĞ͕ ĞŵŽĐƌĂƟĐ DĞŵďĞƌ ŽŶƚƌŽů͍ ƚ ƚŚĞ ŵŽƐƚ ďĂƐŝĐ ůĞǀĞů͕ Ă ĐŽ-ŽƉ ŝƐ Ă ĚĞŵŽĐƌĂƟĐ ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ͘ zĞƐ͕ Ă ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ – ďƵƚ Ă ĚĞŵŽĐƌĂƟĐ ŽŶĞ ƚŚĂƚ ŽƉĞƌĂƚĞƐ ĨŽƌ ƚŚĞ ĐŽůůĞĐƟǀĞ ŐŽŽĚ ŽĨ ŝƚƐ ŵĞŵďĞƌƐ͘ Ž-ŽƉƐ ĂƌŽƵŶĚ ƚŚĞ ǁŽƌůĚ ĂƌĞ ďĂƐĞĚ ŽŶ ƚŚĞ ƉƌŝŶĐŝƉůĞ ŽĨ ĚĞŵŽͲ ĐƌĂƟĐ ŽǁŶĞƌƐŚŝƉ͘ ůďĞƌƚĂ ŚĂƐ Ă ƌŝĐŚ ŚŝƐƚŽƌǇ ŽĨ ƐĞƫŶŐ ƵƉ ĐŽ-ŽƉƐ ƐŽ ƚŚĂƚ ƌƵƌĂů ůďĞƌƚĂŶƐ ĐŽƵůĚ ǁŽƌŬ ƚŽŐĞƚŚĞƌ ĚĞŵŽĐƌĂƟĐĂůůǇ ƚŽ ŵĞĞƚ ƚŚĞŝƌ ŽǁŶ ŶĞĞĚƐ͕ ǁŝƚŚ ƚŚĞŝƌ ŽǁŶ ĐƵƐͲ ƚŽŵŝǌĞĚ ƐĞƌǀŝĐĞƐ͕ ǁŝƚŚ ƚŚĞ ďĞŶĞĮƚ ŽĨ ŚĂǀŝŶŐ ƚŚĞŝƌ ŽǁŶ ĐĂƉŝƚĂů ŇŽǁ ďĂĐŬ ŝŶƚŽ their co-ŽƉ ĂŶĚ ĐŽŵŵƵŶŝƚǇ͘ Ž-ops ƐƚĂƌƚ when people see that a need is not ďĞŝŶŐ ŵĞƚ͕ Žƌ Ă ƉƌŽďůĞŵ ƐŽůǀĞĚ ƚŚƌŽƵŐŚ ƉƌŝǀĂƚĞ ŝŶƚĞƌĞƐƚ Žƌ ƉƵďůŝĐ ƐĞƌǀŝĐĞ ĂůŽŶĞ͘ dŚĂƚ ǀĂĐƵƵŵ ĐĂƵƐĞƐ ƉĞŽƉůĞ ƚŽ ũŽŝŶ ĨŽƌĐĞƐ ĂŶĚ ƉŽŽů ƌĞƐŽƵƌĐĞƐ ;ƚĂůĞŶƚ͕ ƟŵĞ͕ ŵŽŶĞǇͿ ƚŽ ĚĞůŝǀĞƌ ƚŚĞŝƌ ŽǁŶ ƐĞƌǀŝĐĞƐ͘ tĞ ĂƌĞ ĨĂŵŝůŝĂƌ ǁŝƚŚ ƚŚĞ ŚŝƐƚŽƌŝĐ ĐŽ -ŽƉ ƐƚŽƌǇ ŽĨ ƉĞŽƉůĞ ũŽŝŶŝŶŐ ƚŽŐĞƚŚĞƌ ƚŽ ŐĞƚ ƚŚĞ ƉŽǁĞƌ ŽŶ ŝŶ ƌƵƌĂů ůďĞƌƚĂ͘ ;ĐŚĞĐŬ ŽƵƚ ŽƵŶƚƌǇ WŽǁĞƌ – dŚĞ ůĞĐƚƌŝĐĂů ZĞǀŽůƵƟŽŶ ŝŶ ZƵƌĂů ůďĞƌƚĂ) ŽŽƉĞƌĂƟŽŶ ŶĞĞĚƐ ƚŽ ďĞ ŽŶŐŽŝŶŐ͕ ŚŽǁĞǀĞƌ͘ >ŝŬĞ ĂŶ ŽůĚ ďƵŝůĚŝŶŐ ƚŚĂƚ ƐůŽǁůǇ ĐƌƵŵďůĞƐ ĨƌŽŵ ŶŽ ŵĂŝŶƚĞŶĂŶĐĞ͕ Ă ĐŽ-ŽƉ ǁŝůů ƐƵīĞƌ ŝĨ ďǇůĂǁƐ ŐƌŽǁ ŝƌƌĞůĞǀĂŶƚ͕ ĮŶĂŶĐĞƐ ŐŽ ƵŶŵĂŶĂŐĞĚ͕ ůĂǁƐ ƉĂƐƐ ƵŶŶŽƟĐĞĚ͕ ĐŽŵƉĞƟƚŽƌƐ ŵŽǀĞ ŝŶ͕ ĂŶĚ ŵĞŵͲ ďĞƌƐ ůŽƐĞ ŝŶƚĞƌĞƐƚ͘ ǀĂůƵĂďůĞ ĐŽŵŵƵŶŝƚǇ ĂƐƐĞƚ ǁŝůů ďĞ ƐŽůĚ Žī ĂŶĚ ĐůŽƐĞĚ͕ ŝƚƐ ǀĂůƵĞ ƉĞƌŵĂŶĞŶƚůǇ ůŽƐƚ͘ ĐŽ-ŽƉ ĚŽĞƐ ŶŽƚ ƚŚƌŝǀĞ ŝŶĚĞĮŶŝƚĞůǇ ǁŝƚŚŽƵƚ ŵŽƌĞ ŵĞŵďĞƌƐ ƐƚĞƉƉŝŶŐ ƵƉ ƚŽ ƉĂƌƟĐŝƉĂƚĞ ĂƐ ƌŝŐŚƞƵů ŽǁŶĞƌƐ ŽĨ ƚŚĞŝƌ ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ͘ ƚ ƚŚĞ ŚĞĂƌƚ ŽĨ ŝƚ͕ ŝƚ͛Ɛ Ă ŵĂƩĞƌ ŽĨ ŵĞŵďĞƌ-ŽǁŶĞƌƐ ďĞůŝĞǀŝŶŐ ƚŚĞǇ ĞĂĐŚ ŚĂǀĞ ƚŚĞ ƉĞƌƐŽŶĂů ƉŽǁĞƌ ƚŽ ŵĂŬĞ Ă ĚŝīĞƌĞŶĐĞ͘ tŚĞŶ ƉĞŽƉůĞ ĂĐƚ ƚŽŐĞƚŚĞƌ ŽŶ ƚŚŝƐ ďĞůŝĞĨ͕ ŚŝƐƚŽƌǇ ŚĂƐ ƐŚŽǁŶ ƚŚĞ ĞīĞĐƚ ĐĂŶ ďĞ͙ ǁĞůů͕ ĚǇŶĂŵŝƚĞ͘ tŚĂƚ ŝĨ ŵŽƌĞ ŵĞŵďĞƌƐ ďĞůŝĞǀĞĚ͕ ŵŽƌĞ ŽŌĞŶ͕ ǁŚĂƚ ǁĞůů-ŬŶŽǁŶ ĂƵƚŚŽƌ͕ ƌ͘ ^ĞƵƐƐ͕ ĂĚǀŝƐĞƐ ĞǀĞŶ ŽƵƌ ĐŚŝůĚƌĞŶ͍ ͞hŶůĞƐƐ ƐŽŵĞŽŶĞ ůŝŬĞ ǇŽƵ ĐĂƌĞƐ Ă ǁŚŽůĞ ĂǁĨƵů ůŽƚ͕ ŶŽƚŚŝŶŐ ŝƐ ŐŽŝŶŐ ƚŽ ŐĞƚ ďĞƩĞƌ͘ /ƚΖƐ ŶŽƚ͘͟ Ɛ ŚĂƌĚ ĂƐ ǁĞ ĂƌĞ ǁŽƌŬŝŶŐ ƌŝŐŚƚ ŶŽǁ ƚŽŐĞƚŚĞƌ ĂƐ Ă &ĞĚĞƌĂͲ ƟŽŶ͕ ǁŚĂƚ ǁŽƵůĚ ŚĂƉƉĞŶ ŝĨ ĞǀĞƌǇ Z ĐŽ-ŽƉ ŵĞŵďĞƌ ĚĞĐŝĚĞĚ ƚŽ ŽǁŶ ƚŚĞŝƌ ƉŽǁĞƌ͍ Sponsored by the Alberta Federation of REAs www.afrea.ab.ca

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One of the best tools to improve your bottom line, reduce future grief, and lower the risks of pests, disease and weeds, is by using a diverse crop rotation. “A good crop rotation is one where there is an adequate variety of crops grown so that any one type of crop is grown only once ever y three or four years,” says Harry Brook, crop specialist at the Ag-Info Centre. “A rot ation like this c an re du c e pest costs, prolong the usefulness of pest control products, and improve the bottom line. Limiting or shor tening the rotation may provide short-term financial benefits but in the long-term, could severely limit future cropping options.”

One example that Brooks uses is clubroot. “It converts the canola root into a massive spore factory. It’s only spread in infected soils, but each year we see it in more Alberta fields. Once you have clubroot, it’s there for the long haul. These soil borne spores can remain viable in the soil for up to 20 years. If you have it, many counties will require the land be put on a fouror-five year canola-free crop rotation. However, resistance in a crop is not helped when the crop rotation is just wheat followed by canola.” A variety of crop types can add to the health of the soil. “Pulses in a rotation improves soil health and reduces fertilizer costs,” adds Brook. ”Peas, lentils, and faba beans all capture nitrog en from the air and enc ourage beneficial bacteria and fungi that

can benefit following crops. There is a nitrogen benefit left in the soil that extends up to three years after the pulse crop.” “ Per manent forag es in the cro p rotation provide even more bene fits,” Brook mentions. “They reduce the weed seeds present in the soil, increase organic matter, and are an excellent break for crop diseases and insect pests. Also, a varied crop rotation can help diversify a farm operation, reducing financial risk. It also spreads out machinery use, making them more efficient.” Moisture use efficiency also improves with a varied crop rotation. “Canola, wheat, and peas all root to dif ferent depths and ex tract moisture from different parts of the soil. A planned crop rotation can utilize soil

moisture more efficiently. Permanent forages in rotation can also address soil problem such as soil salinity or acidity. Seeded in a field for three to five years, they are an excellent break from annual crops and add to the soil organic matter, which is your soil nutrient bank account. They can even reclaim some soils from salinity, over time.” “A diverse crop rotation also naturally varies the pesticides used and reduces the c hance of resistance developing to pest control products,” adds Brook. “Conversely, a tight rotation can quickly develop weed, insect or disease problems, requiring greater expense to control the issue. In the case of clubroot of canola, the only answer is resistant varieties, and that tolerance has already broken down.”

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Don’t Let Safety Grind Your Gears

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Throughout the past century, much has evolved in the agricultural industry – and this is most obvious when we look at the machinery that farmers count on to make their day-to-day tasks easier. From power steering in tractors to all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) becoming an industry staple, every new or improved bit of machinery has come with its own special set of preventative safety measures and guidelines. Considering the fact that farms often double as a workplace and a home, it’s not uncommon for farming to become a family business – a side effect that can make the job more effective, but can also prove to be that much more devastating in the event of fatality. To mark National Farm Safety Week, March 11-17, the Canada Safety Council is offering safety tips around machinery, including best practices, preventative measures and, with these, a reminder that shortcuts should never be taken when discussing safety. “The agricultural sector is an important one whose role in Canada can’t be overstated,” said Jack Smith, president of the Canada Safety Council. “The job often entails the use of sharp, blunt and heavy machinery. It’s only through proper training, education and preventative maintenance that these tools can be used safely, and it’s the farmer’s responsibility to ensure their proper use at all times.” Agricultural fatalities are on the decline, relatively speaking. According to Canadian Agricultural Injury Reporting, the average of fatalities between 2002-2012

(the most recent year where data is available) was approximately 30 fatalities less than the running average from 1990-2001. Although the overall trend is encouraging, 2012 still saw 60 agriculture-related fatalities – an unacceptable figure. Unsurprisingly, machinery dominated as the major cause of fatalities between 2003-2012, with 70 per cent of fatalities being attributed to machine rollovers, run overs, entanglement in moving machinery parts or other machinery-related causes. What can farmers do to keep themselves and their families away from harm? The best tool for any farmer hoping to run machinery is the owner’s manual. Machines are typically designed with safety in mind and are perfectly safe to use, assuming correct maintenance and operation. An inspection of the machine prior to operation can sometimes reveal otherwise unnoticed safety concerns including leaking air or hydraulic lines, removed machine guards or obstructed emergency stop switches. Make it a regular habit to do a walk-around of all machines prior to use. A walk-around can also help if you have any small children, as they may be playing behind a vehicle you intend to back up. Other tips include… Wear personal protective equipment, when required, on the job. Goggles, safety shoes and leather gloves are all potentially lifesaving in some circumstances. Avoid wearing any loose-fitting clothing, jewelry, hairstyles or anything that could get caught on moving parts. To that end, stay away from moving parts at all times. If there’s something

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The Rat Control Inspection Program will start in April. For those residents within the three townships west of the SK border, our Pest Control Inspectors will be visiting to check for rat signs and see if you will need bait.

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MARCH 19-APRIL 6 (8:00 am to 4:30 pm; for $10/bottle). You will need to pay for and complete application form (including information on all legal land locations for all applications areas) at the Main Office in Kitscoty.

After April 6, sales will be by appointment and pricing will be $12.50/bottle. Strychnine is only available to CVR ratepayers with an active farming operation.

Canola fields in CVR are at risk for clubroot. A long rotation between canola crops (1 in 4 years) is the single most important preventative strategy. Fields with short crop rotations (canola every year or two) are at significant higher risk of yield loss due to clubroot. Use clubroot resistant canola varieties to reduce your risk of yield loss. Contact our AG team for more info.

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caught in a moving part, make sure to Consider signing them up for the Canada turn off the machine and remove the keys Safety Council’s ATV rider training course from the ignition before performing main- to give them a leg up on proper use of tenance. these machines: https://canadasafetyIf you’re parking a machine on a slope, council.org/product/atv-rider-course/ make sure to block it. Fifty per cent of all run over fatalities between 20022012 were individuals who were struck by an unmanned machine. Exercise caution and judgment when operating a machine close to the edge of a ditch, slope or field. This is the most frequent cause of machine rollovers. Perform preventative maintenance on a regular basis, making sure your machine is properly lubricated, adjusted and has no parts in need of adjustment or repair. Farming can be a dangerous industry, but an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Prioritize safety and training for your 4906 - 50th St., Kitscoty, AB family and workers. T0B 2P0

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Attitude And The Senior Farmer

Canadian Agricultural Safety Association as quick as you used to be? How about Submitted your hearing? Those physical capabilities Senior farmers have experience in diminish with age. Our eyes grow a little spades. You have seen it all. Good years, dimmer, our hearing a little less sharp, great yields, good(ish) prices. Bad years, and our backs a little stiffer. terrible yields, awful prices. You can probOur mental capabilities may have ably fix it all. (Almost – that newfangled grown. With age comes gifts. We often equipment has a lot of computer compo- become more patient, make wiser decinents.) You know your land like the back sions and are better at asking for help – of your hand. alongside age comes emotional maturity. What about physical capability? Is (Usually, there’s always exceptions to the your back as strong as it once was? How rule!) about your eyes? Those reading glasses What governs our behaviour and sure come in handy sometimes. Are you helps us better understand our capa-

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bilities? What helps us make good decisions about safety? Attitude. A good attitude about farm safety is what leads to a safe farm. There is a saying: A bad attitude is like a flat tire, you cannot get very far until you change it. It is not uncommon to hear a teacher or a coach telling their charges to “change your attitude”! These teachers and coaches know that the success of their pupils depends on a good attitude. Solving complicated math problems, throwing the perfect pitch, and staying safe on the farm is a result of the same combination of experience, capability, and attitude. It starts with taking an assessment. A safety audit of your farm is a great step to determine the current situation on your farm. By doing an audit, you can take action to control hazards and prevent injuries. It also gives you an opportunity to discover what you’re doing well on your farm. The next assessment is on yourself. Ask yourself if there are tasks that are beyond your physical capabilities. Take a close look at farming tasks, break down the steps and determine if you can do the job safely. Be honest with yourself. It’s not weak or shameful to acknowledge limitations. Think about and make adjustments as needed. A hired worker can help out with particularly physical tasks. A new (or new to you) piece of equipment can make life easier. Reorganize your workspace for efficiency and safety. Or maybe it’s time for you to take on a new farming role. After all your legacy is your family and your farm, you want both to be successful

for generations to come. Mature individuals generally are guided by their lifetime of experience. You may remember being able to perform certain tasks, but the reality is your capabilities may have changed and having a good attitude about this will help you stay safe and keep your farm successful. The bottom line is that regardless of age, people can and do get hurt farming. Don’t let your legacy be injured because of a poor attitude towards farm safety. Canadian Agricultural Safety Week (CASW) is a public awareness campaign focusing on the importance of farm safety. CASW takes place every year during the third week of March. In 2018, CASW takes place March 11 to 17. CASW is presented by Farm Credit Canada. For more information visit agsafetyweek.ca.

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Keep Your Grandchildren Safe On The Farm

Canadian Agricultural Safety Association determine such tasks. Submitted Establishing boundaries is essential in If you talk to any grandparent, they say making sure that children understand that that having children was wonderful, but farming is an occupation and can be having grandchildren is pure joy. There’s hazardous. It’s not “mean” to tell children nothing better than having a grandchild that certain areas of the farm are off-limits. throw their arms around your neck and Talk to your grandchildren about hazards whisper “I love you”. These young people around the farm, it’s a great learning opporare a farm’s future and a grandparent’s tunity for the children and a good reminder legacy. It’s important that grandparents for you. understand their role in keeping kids safe Supervision is key in preventing injuries. on the farm. Even if you have an established play area The farm is an incredible place for kids to for your grandchildren, it is no substitute for grow up or visit. Nothing is better than being supervision. A watchful eye can prevent a the one to introduce your grandchild to a tragedy. baby chick, or show them how to successChildren model the behaviour that they fully pull a carrot on the first try. The farm see around them. Often grandchildren want is a great place to learn about the value of to do things just like grandma or grandpa. hard work and nothing is more wonderful It’s important that they see you perform than experiencing the joys of farming life tasks safely. If you model safe behavalongside a grandchild. iour, your grandchildren are more likely to Talking about children and farming can behave in safe ways too. be an emotional experience. There is one Rethink your traditions. If they’re risky, thing that we can all agree on – the death build new traditions. Talk about farm equipof even just one child is a horrible tragedy. ment, show them safety gear, explore the Grandparents are vital to the success and farm together in a safe and controlled way. safety of their grandchildren. Of course it’s You don’t have to put a child in a potentially hard to say no when grandchildren jump up hazardous situation in order to establish and down and plead “Oh please Grandpa! traditions with your grandchildren. Just one ride in the tractor!” However, your Grandchildren are one of life’s greatlegacy depends on keeping these young est joys. Being able to see your grandchilpeople safe from harm. So what can you dren grow and thrive and enjoy the farm is do as a grandparent to keep your grandchil- incredibly satisfying. Take the time to teach dren safe? age- appropriate tasks, establish boundarFirst of all, children aren’t miniature ies, provide supervision, model safe behavadults. Even the most advanced eight-year- iour and build safe traditions. These steps old is still a child. Children don’t have the will not only help keep your grandchildren experience, physical strength or under- safe, but will help safeguard your legacy. standing to always make the right choice, Canadian Agricultural Safety Week handle large equipment or be entrusted (CASW) is a public awareness campaign with farming jobs. If you’d like to introduce focusing on the importance of farm safety. your grandchildren to farming, there are CASW takes place every year during the tasks that can teach the fundamentals third week of March. In 2018, CASW takes without endangering their lives. The North place March 11 to 17. CASW is presented American Guidelines for Children’s Agri- by Farm Credit Canada. For more informacultural Tasks (NAGCAT) is a great tool to tion visit agsafetyweek.ca.

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Celebrate Canadian Agricultural Safety Week By Supporting Seniors

Canadian Agricultural Safety Association tions about safety,” says Marcel Hacault, Submitted CASA’s Executive Director. “Everyone Winnipeg, Manitoba, February 20, has a role on the farm, the AgSafe family 2018: This March, the Canadian Agri- is a team, and everyone can contribute in cultural Safety Association (CASA), a safe and productive way.” the Canadian Federation of Agriculture As a part of CASW, organizers have (CFA) and presenting sponsor Farm produced a number of resources focusCredit Canada (FCC) are encouraging ing on senior producers including infoall Canadians to be part of the AgSafe graphics, and a series on mental wellFamily this Canadian Agricultural Safety being. 2018 also marks the second year Week (CASW). of the AgSafe Ribbon campaign. The Canadian Agricultural Safety Week is AgSafe Ribbon campaign celebrates the an annual public awareness campaign AgSafe Family and raises awareness focusing on the importance of safe agri- about the importance of farm safety. culture. In 2018 organizers are focusing “The farm family is the most important on supporting senior farmers through support group in terms of keeping each resources, safety advice articles, info- other safe. By having the whole family graphics, and more. This is the last work together and ensuring that everyyear of the Be an AgSafe Family CASW one keeps safety in mind, we can help campaign that focused on children prevent farm accidents from happen(2016), adults (2017) and now in 2018, ing,” says Ron Bonnett, President of seniors. the Canadian Federation of Agriculture. “Canadian Ag Safety Week really “Raising awareness through initiatives asks farm families to have conversa- like the ribbon campaign will help to keep

safety on the top of everyone’s minds while they are out in the fields.” Farm Credit Canada is a long-time suppor ter of CASW and other farm safety programs, including the Safety Day Coordinator fund that provides support to communities that host safety day events for children. “Safet y on the farm doesn’t just happen; it’s a result of hard work by industr y associations, government, industry advocates and of course farmers,” says Michael Hoffort, FCC president and CEO. “That’s why we’re proud to support Canadian Agricultural Safety Week and to par tner with CASA. It provides the information and resources producers need to make farms safer for everyone, including children and also seniors, many of whom are active farm operators.” For more details on Canadian Agricultural Safety week visit agsafetyweek.ca. Canadian Agricultural Safety Week

takes place every year during the third week of March. For more information about CASW, media kits or resources, please visit agsafetyweek.ca. Media kits include press releases, feature farmer stories, safety advice articles, public service announcements, graphics and more. CASW 2018 is presented by Farm Credit Canada and brought to you by the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association and the Canadian Federation of Agriculture with assistance from the Government of Canada through Growing Forward 2, a federal, provincial and territorial initiative. In 2018, CASW sponsors include long-time corporate sponsor Farm Credit Canada, as well as CN, Dow AgroScience and Dupont Pioneer, Syngenta, and Fertilizer Canada. For more information contact: Robin Anderson, CASA Communications, Tel: 1 877 452 2272 E-mail: randerson@ casa-acsa.ca

This farm is more than land and crops

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Canadian agriculture is second to none. Our nation’s ag producers are the best in the world. Every year local producers put it all on the line. They’re up against weather conditions, market conditions and more as they quietly go about their business of feeding a hungry world. To all those in agribusiness, we’d just like to say, thanks.

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An Untold Canadian Environmental Success Story

(NC) New crop technologies, modern farm equipment and better farming practices have made a world of difference in long-term soil health. It’s an untold Canadian success story that bodes well for the future of the environment and global food security. Pat Beaujot is a co-founder of Seed Hawk, a Canadian company that produces equipment for farmers who use no-till or conservation tillage, which means working the soil as little as possible when planting crops. “Conservation and no-till is when a farmer seeds his crop in the standing stubble of the previous year’s crop,” explains Beaujot,

a University of Saskatchewan soil science grad. “I have a real passion for soil conservation and trying to help people change their farming practices.” Organic matter is the glue that holds soil particles together and helps soil hold water and nutrients, making it the most important ingredient for long-term soil viability and productivity. Tillage breaks down that organic matter and leaves soil susceptible to wind or water erosion. According to Beaujot, today’s technologies, like better tillage, seeding equipment and crop biotechnology, lets farmers build and conserve that organic matter.

We Should All

“One of the biggest technologies that has come along for farmers that practice no-till is biotech crops,” he says. Farmers can plant a crop like biotech canola, then use pesticides to get rid of all the weeds growing in it without harming the crop itself or needing to work the soil. “Pesticides and biotechnology have improved the soil and the environment in many ways,” says Beaujot. “To go from what we saw here in the ‘70s when dust was blowing and soil was being eroded to what we have today where crops are grown year after year, it’s a huge environmental success story for the world to see.” Pat Beaujot. Photo submitted

Thank you Farmers! Without your perseverance there would not be food on our table.

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Grazing Tenders

To Our Farmers & Ranchers

THANK YOU

Vermilion office is now accepting bids for grazing on the following properties: Note: These Properties are located in the Vermilion, Mundare & Innisfree Areas Vermilion, Minburn, & Two Hills Counties Property Grazing South of Vermilion # Name Area Legal Golledge SW7-49-7-W4M 1 Kochan SW1-49-8-W4M 1 Grazing Innisfree Area SWAP NW-29-52-11-W4M 2 Roy K & L NE-29-52-11-W4M 2 NE33-52-11-W4M 3 Cornerstone SW23-48-11-W4M 4 Loveseth 1 Sangster N1/2, 25-49-11-W4M 5 Grazing North of Vermilion Rebryna NE30-54-6-W4M 6 Derwent NW9-54-7-W4M 7

Approx. Acres 130 Acres 120 Acres

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Note: Properties numbered the same are adjacent properties and will be tendered together. Grazing Bids - Bidding closes: at 3pm, March 21, 2018 The following conditions must be met: General Conditions: 1) Properties should be viewed prior to bidding. 2) All grazing bids on a per cow/calf (pair) per day dollar value basis and grazing cannot commence prior to July 15. 3) Grazing Tender forms must be used in bidding process. Email Ian for an e-mail version of this form. 4) Highest bid not necessarily accepted. 5) Total number of grazing days will be determined by the area manager and subject to climatic conditions 6) All cows are to be removed by October 15, 2018 Bids accepted by letter OR e-mail at:

Attn. Ian Ducks Unlimited Canada 102-5102 50th Avenue Vermilion, Alberta T9X 1B1 Email: i_taylor@ducks.ca

Any further questions please contact Ian at (780) 581-8212

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FOR THE PAST 47 YEARS. We salute the farming community in your passion, dedication and stewardship of the LAND to help feed the ever growing population!

CLANDONALD COOP SEED CLEANING PLANT Seed cleaning, color sorting and seperations. Mark Shommer, Plant Manager

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AWNA BLANKET AND LOCAL CLASSIFIEDS AUCTIONS 4 RESIDENTIAL DUPLEX LOTS - Vulcan, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, March 21 in Lethbridge. Selling as 2 Parcels, Adult Community (45+), fully-serviced. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652. Brokerage: Ritchie Bros. Real Estate Services Ltd.: rbauction.com/realestate. BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES HIP OR KNEE Replacement? Restrictions in walking/ dressing? $2,500 yearly tax credit. $40,000 lump sum cheque. Disability Tax Credit. Expert Help. Lowest service fee nationwide. 1-844-453-5372. COMING EVENTS FIREARMS WANTED for April 21st, 2018 live and online auction. Rifles, Shotguns, Handguns, Militaria, Auction or Purchase. Collections: Estates, individual items. Contact Paul, Switzer’s Auction. Toll-free 1-800-694-2609, info@switzersauction.com or www. switzersauction.com. EDMONTON STAMP CLUB 2018 Spring National Stamp Show. March 24-25, Saturday 10-5 pm; Sunday 10-4 pm. Central Lion’s Recreational Centre. 113 Street & 111 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta. Stamp dealers from across Canada. Stamp Circuit books, Door Prize Draw, Junior Stamp table, National-level competitive stamp exhibits (WSP). Free Admission. Free stamp evaluations. For information: www.edmontonstampclub.com.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FREIGHTLAND CARRIERS, a tri-axle air ride flatdeck carrier is looking for Owner/Operators to run Alberta only to 4 Western Provinces. Must have own plates, insurance & WCB. Truck gross revenue is an average $18,000/month. 1-800-917-9021. Email: dispatch@freightland.ca. MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today! JOURNALISTS, Graphic Artists, Marketing and more. Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. Free. Visit: www.awna.com/resumes_add.php. FEED AND SEED CERTIFIED SEED. Go early HRS Wheat. Super hardy Pintail, Winter Wheat. AC Juniper, AC Morgan, AC Mustang & Derby Oats. Busby, Seebe, Sundre Barley. Very early yellow peas. High yielding Silage Peas. Polish Canola. Spring Triticale. mastinseeds. com; 403-556-2609. EARLY VARIETIES. Want to be finished combining in August? Go early HRS Wheat. AC Juniper Oats. Busby & Sundre Barley. AAC Peace River Field Peas (earliest yellow pea). Early One Polish Canola (one month earlier); mastinseeds.com. 403-556-2609. HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Spring-

VOICE CLASSIFIEDS AND CAREERS FOR RENT CLEAN AND UPDATED RESIDENTIAL RENTALS 1,2 & 3 Bedroom suites. Includes Fridge, Stove, Washer and Dryer and 1100 sqft of living space with private decks. Also includes, Private parking and a safe quiet neighbourhood with Management on site! Conveniently located close to schools, mall as well as downtown. Rent from $695 to $995/month. Call or text Wanda at 780-581-5648 GIVE AWAY Do you have give aways? Until further notice The Vermilion Voice will run your ad for FREE. Call 780-8536305 or email vermilionvoice@gmail.com SERVICES

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BULL SALE

EAST CENTRAL BULL SALE

Moves to a new location on Friday, March 16. Shorncliffe Lake, 4-H Center, Czar. Parade of bulls 11:00 am Sale 1:30 pm Sponsored by the East Central Hereford Club 42 horned & polled hereford bulls from 11 purebred operations known for quality bulls Come view and buy bulls in comfort under cover in the 4-H Center. Lunch provided

BULL SALE

Presented by Everblack Angus Monday, March 26, 2:00 at the farm south of Vermilion. Offering 75 two year old, 10 yearling bulls as well as 15 open Angus heifers. For more info or a catalogue call T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-220- 5006 (PL#116061). View catalogue online at www.buyagro.com

Passed away March 11, 2017 We who loved you sadly miss you As it dawns another year In our lonely hours of thinking Thoughts of you are always near.

PART-TIME POSITION We are looking for a

SALES / REPORTER Temporary position with the possibility of being permenant

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320 ACRES of good Saskatchewan land close to Alberta border. Unity, SK. 10-year lease in place paying $21,000 or 5% return. $428,800. Contact Doug @ 306-716-2671 or saskfarms@shaw.ca. SERVICES GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need money? We lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com. CRIMINAL RECORD? Why suffer employment/licensing loss? Travel/business opportunities? Be embarrassed? Think: Criminal Pardon. US entry waiver. Record purge. File destruction. Free consultation 1-800-347-2540; www.accesslegalmjf.com. TENDERS RESIDENTIAL LOTS FOR SALE BY TENDER, Alix, Alberta. The owner makes no warranties, representations about the property, size/measurement, condition or environmental status. Offers must be sent in a sealed envelope marked “682694 Tender”, addressed to: Corey L Gish, #4, 4737-49B Avenue, Lacombe, AB T4L 1K1; Ph: 403-782-3383. Offers must be received prior to March 31, 2018 and must be accompanied by a deposit equal to 5% of price offered. The balance of the purchase price plus GST must be paid on or before possession date. Cheques of unsuccessful tenderers will be returned. The highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. For additional information, contact Walt 780-217-8834.

In Memory Of

JOHN TRACH

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Passed away March 19, 1965 Deep in our hearts you are fondly remembered,

Looking for

True hearts that loved you with deepest affection,

Results

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REAL ESTATE BLANKET THE PROVINCE with a classified ad. Only $269 (based on 25 words or less). Reach over 110 weekly newspapers. Call NOW for details 1-800-2826903 ext 228; www.awna.com.

In Memory Of

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26th Annual Common Sense Bull Sale

MANUFACTURED HOMES WE ARE “Your Total Rural Housing Solution” - It’s time to let go & clear out our Inventory. Save on your Modular/Manufactured Home. Visit: www.Grandviewmodular.com or www.Unitedhomescanada.com.

Sweet, happy memories cling round your name;

Thinking of you, Mom Joan, Orest and Family Lee & Stacy Kelsey & Leah

For More Information Call 403-664-0191 or email diamondt@netago.ca

FOR SALE SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & Save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock, ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT. 1-800-5670404 Ext. 400OT. LOOKING FOR a shop? Post Frame Buildings. AFAB Industries has experience, expertise, reliability and great construction practices. For a free quote, contact Ryan Smith 403-818-0797 or email: ryan. afab@gmail.com. METAL ROOFING & SIDING. 37+ colours available at over 55 Distributors. 40 year warranty. 48 hour Express Service available at select supporting Distributors. Call 1-888-263-8254.

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PETER TRACH You will like our prices! Take the time to give us a call! Lloydminster 780-875-6636, Toll Free # 1-888-8581011.

thrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup” Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252.

OWNER OPERATORS For ﬂuid hauling in the vermilion wainwright area. • Great ﬁeld support • Easy digital ticket system • Newer equipment

Always will love you in death just the same.

Loving Wife Ann, Joan and Family

All Oil Field Tickets Required

FARM HELP WANTED

email: dispatch@predator-energy.com

HOW TO APPLY: Phone: 780-205-2234

Mid-sized mixed farm looking for an individual or a young family to work near Athabasca, Alberta. 100 head cow calf, 500 acres hay/silage and 1,500 acres of cereal and oilseed crops. Room and board can be provided or full housing for a family. • Salary negotiable with experience and accommodation • Experience preferred and training provided

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COUNTY OF TWO HILLS NO. 21

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The County of Two Hills No. 21 is seeking applications for a full-time position of:

Taxation Clerk

• Knowledge and experience in municipal property taxation • Knowledge in Bellamy Software would be an asset • Excellent computer skills • High level of interpersonal skills, including strong oral and written communication skills • Strong analytical, organizational and time management skills • Adaptable to a fast paced environment

Applicants are invited to submit resumes, along with salary expectations to:

Sally Dary

Box 490 Two Hills AB T0B 4K0 Email: sdary@thcounty.ab.ca This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

The County of Two Hills No. 21 thanks all applicants - only those invited for an interview will be contacted.

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Congratulations to our Jr. Boys Basketball team for defeating Kitscot y for the Highway 16 Championship Banner on Tuesday, March 6. We are so proud of your hard work, growth as a team and the positive manner that you conduct yourselves! Way to go Levi Nicholson-Mitchell, Kai d en Chase, L an d o n Reinig er, Layne King, Clay Corbiere, Owen C a m p b e l l , B o d y n R i l ey, D ayg a n Kissinger, Jayce Sweeney, Dexter Fajarito, EJ Orpiano. Thank you to Mr. Whelan for giving of your time to coach these fine young men! The team from Heart and Stroke were at St. Jerome’s on Monday, March 5, to kick off the Jump Rope for Heart Event. Grade 1 to 5

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students were informed about the If you are unable to attend or would will be receiving their Report Cards Section i m p o r t a n c e o f h e a r Docket t h e a l t h , a n dMedia like to register before that evening t h iInsertion s Fr i d Date ay, M a rAd c hSize 16 . Pa r e n t Price – Voice &ODVVL¿HGV Mar 12/18Inter views 2 colwill x 5.2” identifying the signs of1803-09B a stroke. FourVermilion please stop by the school office. Teacher be held on Grade 5 students, Nahanni, CaybO n W e d n e s d a y, M a r c h 7, a l l Tuesday, March 20 from 3:30 – 8:30 rie, Rhyan and Aver y, along with students at St. Jerome’s attended p.m. If you are unable to attend this the team d emonstrate d a var iet y a R a i l w a y S a f e t y P r e s e n t a t i o n . evening please contact your child’s of skipping tricks, partner skipping Students learned the importance of homeroom teacher with any quesand long rope skipping that even Mr. staying clear of the tracks, obeying tions or concerns. Martin tried out. The Grade 5 girls all signs, and to realize that train School Reminders: School Mass – TOTALGreen PRICEDay competed against Ms. Svenungard, tracks and yards are private prop- March 13 at 10:30 a.m., Mrs. Ryan and Ms. McDermott in a erty and to be aware of trespassing. (dress in green) – Friday, March 16, skip off, with the teachers completThe Vermilion Agricultural Soci- Grade 7-12 Skip Trip (Kinosoo Ridge) ing m ore sk i ps in t hre e minutes. ety has donated $1000 to suppor t – Thursday, March 22, Gymnastics’ Students will be fundraising until students attending the 2018 Alberta Day – Wednesday, March 28, Easter M arc h 23 when we have our Fun Schools Leadership Conference!! Break – Friday, March 30 – Sunday, Jump Rope Event. Kindergarten to Grade 5 students April 8. St. Jerome’s Kindergarten Regist r a t i o n a n d i n f o r m a t i o n e ve n i n g We currently have opportunities at our Vermilion Richardson Pioneer Ag Business will be held on Tuesday, April 10 at Centre located in Vermilion, Alberta. 6:30 p.m in the Kindergarten Classroom for all children 5 years of age SEASONAL TRUCK DRIVERS by February 28, 2019. Children are Seasonal Truck Drivers are responsible for deliveries of fertilizer, chemical and seed to welcome to attend the Open House. local customers. Responsibilities include, truck inspection and maintenance, unloading and loading of crop input products and yard maintenance. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of a valid class 1 or class 3 driver’s license, strong organization and interpersonal skills and be able to work flexible hours including evenings/weekends. Previous related experience is preferred.

Chair

The Board of Governors of Lakeland College

CASUAL LABOURER Responsibilities include delivering chemical and seed to local customers, loading and unloading fertilizer and crop protection products; performing other plant operation duties as assigned. You will also be required to operate facility equipment and controls such as blenders and to perform general maintenance and housekeeping responsibilities.

Honourable Marlin Schmidt, Minister of Advanced Education, is seeking applications from individuals interested in serving as Chair of the Board of Governors of Lakeland College. Appointment is for a term of up to three years and the Chair may be eligible for re-appointment at the end of his/her ﬁrst term.

The ideal candidate will possess previous general labourer experience, proven communication and interpersonal skills and attention to detail, an agriculture background is an asset, a valid Class 5 license is required

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Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary and training and career development opportunities.

For more information on the Board of Governors of Lakeland College, please visit: https://www.lakelandcollege.ca/about-lakeland/administration-and-governance/ board-of-governors/

Interested candidates visit www.richardson.ca/work to upload their cover letter and resume by March 20, 2018 or you can drop your resume off at: Richardson Pioneer Vermillion, AB

COMING EVENTS PATHFINDER HALL

PATHFINDER HALL SILENT AND LIVE AUCTION PEROGY SUPPER

Vermilion Farmer’s Market

REOPENS

Saturday March 24, 2018

Supper 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. Silent Auction 5:00 to 8:30 p.m. Live Auction: 8:00 p.m HALL LOCATION: CORNER OF TWP RD. 532 & RGE RD. 82 For more info call: 780-366-2356 or 780-763-2179

Tuesday, March 20 at the Elks Hall

Hope in Motion For Cancer Will be holding a Dessert Night on

Friday April 13, 2018 at the Dewberry Hall Please come join us for delicious desserts, coffee, tea or juice. We will have entertainment, an exciting and fun live auction, silent auction, bake table and raffle. The event is free with donations to Hope in Motion appreciated.

WE RESERVED YOU ROOM IN OUR COMING EVENTS SECTION ONLY $30

Doors Open at 6:30 pm

10 AM - 1 PM

All proceeds will be sent to the Haying in the 30’s Cancer Support Society www.hayinginthe30s.com

FOR MORE INFO PLEASE CALL 780-853-4669

For More Info Contact Gary Etherington 780-847-2170

Call Vermilion Voice at 780-853-6305 OR EMAIL vermilionvoice@gmail.com

HOROSCOPE/SUDOKU AND SOLUTIONS

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Daily Sudoku: Sun 11-Mar-2018

TAURUS

Be creative in your pursuits. Don't let your stubborn nature get the better of you. Trips will be favorable for business as well as pleasure.

GEMINI

Stress coupled with diet will add to stomach problems. You should put a little extra effort in at work. Pamper yourself; you deserve it.

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LEO

Go with the flow and don't be concerned about your own job. You should get involved with activities that can be enjoyed by both young and old alike. You need some rest.

VIRGO

Now is a good time to ask for favors. You'll communicate easily and develop new friendships. Don't give out any personal information that you don't want spread around.

LIBRA

You are ready to blow up and your stress level has gone into over drive. Help others solve their dilemmas. Snap out of it.

SCORPIO

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Your tendency to take on too much will end in fatigue. Pamper yourself today. Your lover may feel rejected.

SAGITTARIUS

Minor accidents could occur if you don't take precautions. Colleagues may try to undermine you when talking to superiors. Work quietly on your own.

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Don't spend more than is necessary on travel or friends. Your emotional life may be up in the air if your mate has been going through a change of heart. Satisfy your passionate mood.

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Think twice before eating spicy foods; you may have problems with your stomach. Past partners may try to come back into your life. Your charm will attract members of the opposite sex.

SCHOOL NEWS / CAREERS

The Vermilion Voice | March 12, 2018

Mannville School News

Susan Obrigewitch class will be travelling to the Ukrainian Submitted Village to take part in their Velykden Irma, Hughen - (Ukrainian Pioneer Easter) program d o n a n d H e i n s - to learn about beliefs and traditions b u r g s c h o o l s surround ing this im p or t ant Ukrai visited Mannville nian holiday. Highlights of the day School on February 27, to take part will include making homemade paska in the Royal Archer y Tournament. (Easter bread) and pysanka (Easter Our Royals made us proud and the eggs). s tu d e nt s wer e h a p py to h ave t h e G r a d e 2 ’s a r e j u s t b e g i n n i n g opportunity to practice their tourna- their unit on adding and subtracting ment skills before heading to the tour- numbers to 100. Some of the stratenament in Edmonton on March 16. gies that they have been working on On Tuesday, March 27 the Grade 3 are: counting up on a 100 chart, using

tens, sticks and ones cubes to add or subtract using regrouping; using a number line and using the traditional method of adding and subtracting using carr ying and borrowing. Mrs. Miller will be encouraging the students to find one strategy that they can use efficiently and accurately and then use that one to solve their math problems. S w i m m i n g l e s s o n s are over for Grades 2 and 5, but will start on Tuesdays after Easter Break for our Kindergarten class. More information will be

coming home with the students. Badminton practices have started for junior and senior high students. T h e d ate s ar e a lr e ad y s e t … t h e BTJHAA Northern are on April 17 and the Senior High Districts are on April 19. PAWS FOR BOOKS. Our Spring Book Fair will be open on March 28th for Parent Teacher Interviews. Letters and flyers will go out prior to the date. Upcoming Dates: Parent School Council – March 20; Parent Teacher Interviews – March 28.

Vermilion Elementary School News

Karen King Submitted

Basketball Club wrapped up with games against the staff on March 5 and 6 at lunch recesses. The Club had 35 students in it this year. A big thank you to Mr. Beecroft and Mrs. Seymour who really enjoyed this positive group of students who came ready to learn every time. There was definitely an improvement in skill and teamwork. M ar c h 7 m ar ke d o ur t h ir d 2 018 a s s e m b l y. M r s . B e e c r o f t l e d t h e assembly, as both Mrs. Webb and Mrs. Doherty were away at the Rural Education Symposium. Mrs. Moses drew Brielynn Kidd’s name to win the Rona bike, as Brielynn was practicing the virtue of perseverance. Science Fair awards were handed out by Mr. Haslehurst and Mrs. Tupper. Both Fat Cat and Geronimo Stilton were present at the assembly. Congratulations to the Readers of the Month: Arenas Abuzukar and Steven Bancroft.

Instead of selling perogies for our S pr ing Fun dr ai ser, Fr ien d s of Vermilion Elementary School will be having a Cash Raffle Fundraiser from March 1-April 30. All proceeds will be donated to Vermilion Elementary School to support transportation costs for class field trips. Tickets will be $10 each, with the chance of winning 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place cash prizes. Raffle information and sales sheets have already been sent home. 4C is involved in the Classroom Energy Diet Challenge through Canadian Geographic and Shell Canada. The overall challenge is broken down into 25 mini-challenges, and they have completed seven so far. The students have learned about reducing their Carbon Footprint, how materials get recycled, and a variet y of ways to reduce energy use. They could really use your help in one of the challenges called Sign Up or Sign Out. This challenge involves getting 150 people to pledge to reduce their personal energy usage. It is an easy process that takes

about 45 seconds. Here’s the link to the pledge page- http://energydiet. canadiangeographic.ca /2018/main/ pledge/6819. Baby Hendrix was feeling better and was able to visit 2A on Tuesday. The students sang songs, said nurser y rhymes, and talked to Baby Hendrix. These are all ways of communicating with her and helping her to learn words. Hendrix communicated back using her sounds, body, and face. By watching Baby Hendrix’s reactions and learning to read her emotions, the students are learning to read each other’s emotions more effectively. In reading each other’s emotions and understanding how others feel, the students are practicing empathy. We are so lucky to have our tiny teacher, B a by H e n d r i x , t e a c h i n g u s t h e s e important skills. VES teachers went up to Edmonton on March 8 and 9 for their Teachers’ Convention. The first keynote speaker talked about raising resilient children and the last keynote discussed new

possibilities and challenges of learning in a connected world. The other fi ve ava il a b l e s e s s i o n t im e s were each filled with 14-15 different options where teachers could choose what interested them. Our spring Scholastic Book Fair will arrive on March 13. The first couple of days, students will preview all the books and take home a wish list. The hours of operation are: March 15 from 9 - 8, March 16 from 9 - 4 and March 19 from 9-2. This fundraiser provides many new resources for our Library Learning Commons. Scholastic also provides a Family promotion. Bring your family to the book fair and enter the draw where the winner receives $25 to spend at the book fair, and $25 also goes to the student’s classroom library. Dates to Remember: Mar. 13-19 – Scholastic Book Fair; Mar. 23 – Report Cards Go Home; Mar. 28 – Parent Te a c h e r I n t e r v i ew s; M a r. 3 0 - A p r. 8 – Easter Break; Apr. 9 – School Resumes.

NORTH CENTRAL L IVESTOCK EXCHANGE INC

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North Central in Vermilion is currently hiring for the following position:

EQUIPMENT OPERATORS, LABOURERS, DRIVERS (Seasonal)

The County of Vermilion River is seeking a number of highly motivated people to join our team for the season (starting May 1 * weather dependent) to work on road construction and rehabilitation projects, as well as general labourers. EQUIPMENT OPERATORS for road and rehabilitation projects with experience in operating     

Finish Dozer Scraper Grader Packer Loader

● Unloading / Loading Trailers ● Penning / Sorting / Moving Cattle ● Branding & Processing ● Feeding ● General Yard Maintence Duties The successful candidate should have prior experience and knowledge of cattle, able to work long hours outside, and take direction well.

PART - TIME OFFICE STAFF

Duties include but not limited to:

● General duties: answer phones, filing, invoicing cattle, printing settlements ● Days are: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and rotating Saturdays. ● Must be willing to work overtime hours. Competitive wages offered dependent upon experience.

We are looking to fill the fulltime position of

GENERAL LABOURERS:

Mowing Road Crew Facility Maintenance General Maintenance

A competitive salary and comprehensive municipal beneﬁts package is available. The successful candidate will be required to provide a criminal record check and drivers abstract. We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications clearly marked: “CONFIDENTIAL” can be submitted by MARCH 16, 2018 to: Human Resource Manager, County of Vermilion River 4912 – 50 Avenue, Box 69 Kitscoty, AB T0B 2P0 Email: hr@county24.com

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MACHINERY 4704-44 Street, Vermilion T9X 1Z6

Contact Lyndon Spicer via email: lyndon.spicer@webbs.ca or Phone the Office

Phone: 780-853-5196 Fax: 780-853-4744

March 12, 2018 | The Vermilion Voice

Bull Market Excellent Reasons To Attend This Year’s Alberta Beef Industry Conference

Alberta Cattle Feeders’ Association Submitted

On Feb 21-28, members of Alberta’s beef producing industry and their suppliers gathered at the Sheraton Red Deer Hotel, along with journalists, politicians and others interested in beef and the people who bring it to our tables. The 15th annual Alberta Beef Industry Conference was a chance to find out what’s new, learn about the industr y’s achievements and challenges, and make connections. A s a l ways , t h e c o n fer e n c e wa s

packed with a great lineup of speakers. Here are a few highlights: A n d rew R a m l o: T h i s s tr ate g i c management consultant specializes in helping organizations develop strategies to address industry challenges and opportunities. He shared his insights into everything from the changing consumption pat terns of d o m e s t i c a n d ex p o r t m a r ke t s , t o issues of production and labour force trends. M ar k Sher id an: The presid ent of Hester Creek Estate Winery spoke about the evolution of B.C.’s wine

industr y and the value the Vintners Quality Alliance has brought to wine producers in British Columbia. John Weekes: As a senior adviser with Bennett Jones, John has worked with the National Cattle Feeders’ Association on many trade files, providing business and strategic advice. He commented on NAFTA, Canada’s trade agreement with the United States and Mexico; the EU and the implementation of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA); efforts to bring the Trans-Pacific Par tnership (TPP) into force without the U.S.;

and trade relations with China and India. Bruce Cameron: This veteran polls t e r ex p l o r e d t h e c h a l l e n g e s o u r democracy faces in a world where truth is relative. Using timely examples, he showed how integrating new social media metrics with established polling techniques of fers a way to reduce margins of error and restore truth in politics. The conference was packed with g r e a t i n f o r m a t i o n . To l e a r n m o r e about these and other speakers, visit the conference program page.

History Of Purebred Cattle In Canada

Canadian Beef Breeds Council Submitted

Timeline: Year: Event 1825: Shorthorn cattle originated in England and first to appear in Canada. 1853: Galloway cattle imported into Canada from Britain and are believed to be one of the oldest registered breeds in Canada. 1859: Aberdeen Angus impor ted from eastern Scotland to Montreal, Canada in 1859 by Sir George Simpson, G over nor of the Hud son Bay

Company. 1860: Herefords imported to Canada from England by William F Stone. 1905: Livestock Pedigree Act –filed and amended in 1988 to Animal Pedigree Act. 1922: Royal Agricultural Winter Fair began in Toronto, Ontario. 1956: Charolais breed originated in east-central France and imported to Canada from the United States. 1968: Braunvieh imported to Canada from Switzerland. 1968: Maine-Anjou breed imported

CHAROLAIS BULLS ON OFFER 35 Two Year Olds • 17 Yearlings

to Canada from northwest France. 1969: Limousin breed imported to Canada from France. 1969: Simmental breed impor ted from Switzerland to Canada. 1970: B l o n d e d ’Aquit ain e bre e d imported from southern France. 1971: Canadian Western Agribition held its first show in Regina, Saskatchewan. 1972: Gelbvieh bulls impor ted to Canada from Germany. 1972: Salers cat tle developed in south central France and imported to

Canada. 1974: Farmfair International was first held in Edmonton, Alberta. 1975: Hays Converter breed developed by Senator Harry Hays, Canadian livestock producer. 19 8 6: C a n a d i a n B u l l C o n g r e s s established in Camrose, Alberta. 19 9 3: S p e c k l e Par k c at t l e were approved as a breed under the Animal Pedigree Act. 1994: CBBC incorporated in April 1994. Continued on page 32

3RD ANNUAL BULL & FEMALE SALE April 4th 2018 - 1:00 PM

AT Bow Slope Shipping Association, Brooks, AB

Red & Black Simmental & Angus Offering 54 Bulls and 19 Heifers

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Lunch will be served at Noon

Bulls from these sires sell! TAC 19E

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The Vermilion Voice | March 12, 2018

Bull Market Continued from page 31 19 9 8: Lowlines registered as a distinct breed in Canada. Canadian purebred cat tle originated from Britain and Continental Europe, each with their own unique phenotypes and genotypes. Under the Animal Pedigree Act breeds must be distinct or evolving and the physical description and genetic makeup of the breeds must be clearly identified. In addition, two new breeds have been developed here in Canada utiliz-

ing purebred seedstock of imported breeds. The purebred industr y supplies the commercial cat tle sector with selected breeding stock, primarily herd sires. Cows are normally bred in the months of April through July, in order to calve in the period between J a n u ar y a n d A p r i l. R e p l a c e m e n t females (heifers) are serviced at one year of age and thus calve in their second year. Calves are weaned at six to eight months of age and placed

Mike & Hazel Chase & Family Purebred Black Angus Cattle

A GOOD SELECTION OF TWO YEAR OLD AND YEARLING BULLS Waveny Angus Farm RR#4 Vermilion, AB T9X 1Y9 780-853-2275 / Cell: 780-853-3384 waveny@mcsnet.ca

in feedlots where a combined forage and grain ration is fed to a finished live weight of 544-636 kg (1200-1400 lbs) at 12 to 14 months of age. Planned crossbreeding of breeds is widely practiced in Canada in the commercial cattle industry, thereby capitalizing on heterosis or hybrid vigor. Canada plays host to international guests at its various livestock shows, including the Canadian Western Agribition, Farmfair International, the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair and the Canadian Bull Congress. Canad ian Wester n Agr ibitio n welcomes many thousands of visitors from around the world for Canada’s premier agricultural show and marketplace featuring livestock representing top quality genetics including purebred cat tle, commercial cat tle, as well as rodeo, machinery and other livestock. Each year Farmfair International sees thousands of guests come together to buy, show and sell top l i ve s to c k a n d ag r i c u l tur e r e l ate d pr o d u c t s. W i t h over 15 p ure bre d beef breeds shown, equine competitions and clinics and exciting western entertainment, there is no better place to experience Canadian agric ulture an d we ster n c ulture t han Farmfair International. The Canadian Bull Congress conducts their program to promote top quality bulls and the attributes that the variety of breeds has to offer. The two-day event allows purebred breed-

ers, commercial cattlemen and agricultural related product and service exhibitors to exchange resources and information in a unique trade fair setting that features livestock exhibits alternated with other agricultural exhibitors. The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair is the largest combined indoor agricultural fair and international equestrian competition in the world. With over one million square feet of displays and competition facilities, the Royal today draws in some 300,000 visitors annually. Thousands of entries are received each year from elite Canadian and International breeders, growers and exhibitors including over 5000 large and small animals. The Canadian Beef Breeds Council is a strong proponent of the Canadian Beef Advantage. The value proposition of the Canadian Beef Advantage is an industry wide branding strategy developed to achieve differentiation in Canadian beef and genetic products. The value proposition is supported by several attributes such as standards in animal health and welfare, food safety on the farm and at slaughter; quality superior genetics; innovative and environmentally-friendly production practices; beef grading system a n d p r o d u c t s p e c i f i c at i o n s; b e ef nutrition and health; and an exceptional eating experience. The branding strategy is supported by visual brand marks/logos which are fundamental to the CBA.

PRE-SORT INTERNET CALF AND YEARLING SALES EVERY WEDNESDAY THROUGHOUT THE FALL STARTING AT 9:30 AM. PRE-SORT CATTLE NEED TO BE IN BY 4:30PM THE DAY BEFORE REGULAR SALES EVERY WEDNESDAY BUTCHER COWS AND BULLS FOLLOW THE PRE-SORT

Vern & Brenda, Cole, Kristen

1:00 PM

Angus Bulls Call Conway Roscow 306-307-0055, Simmental Bulls Richard Kulyk 306-441-9238, Replacement Heifer call Jim Pulyk 780-853-0626

Sat Mar 31

Open Replacement Heifer Sale - Customer Appreciation Day

1:00 PM

Vermilion Charolais Group - Annual Charolais Bull Sale

1:00 PM

Beef on a bun served at 11AM, sale at 1PM, door prizes throughout the day.

Sat April 7

On offer 75 – 2 year olds and 10 yearling bulls call Dean Davidson 780-87 2-9550, Brain Crisp 780-853-3315 or Rob Murray 780-205-0912

Sat April 21

Annual Vee Tee Black Angus Bulls & Mitchell Farms Production Sale (beef on a bun served at noon)

10:00 AM

Feeders will sell at 10 AM Approx. 500 feeder steers & heifers, Vee Tee Angus Bull sell at 1PM with approx. 1000 open replacement heifers to follow – For bull information call Don Davies 780-808-5607, Ted Davies 780-808-9627 For feeder cattle and replacement heifers call Les Mitchell 780-871-1054 or Jim Pulyk 780-853-0626

PLEASE CALL AND PRE-BOOK YOUR CATTLE WITH ONE OF OUR SALES REPRESENTATIVES &/OR FIELDMEN:

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Sat Mar 17

RED ANGUS

2018 WINTER SPECIAL SALES CALENDAR

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Vern (780) 853-0497 Cole (780) 853-0273

35 YEARLING BULLS SELLING BY PRIVATE TREATY. COME VIEW ALL BULLS AT YOUR LEISURE. CALL ANY TIME FOR A VIEWING.

BULL MARKET

March 12, 2018 | The Vermilion Voice

Craig Spady Cell: 403-740-4978 Travis Spady 780-879-2298

New Sale Date March 29th, 2018 122 Black Angus Bulls - 111 Yearlings & 11 Two Year Olds Sale 1:30 pm At the Rivercrest Ranch, Alliance, AB

Visit www.rivercrestangus.com & Valleymere Angus Facebook page for more info. Online Bidding Available - DLMS www.dlms.ca

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Intranasal Vaccines Are Timely And Effective

Beef Cattle Research Council Submitted

As he follows a proper vaccination program for his cow-herd, Ryan Beierbach also makes sure calves on his southeast Saskatchewan ranch are afforded the same protection. And for the past three years that program has also included early-season treatment with a nasal vaccine, followed later with coverage with injectable products. It â€™s all about providing the best protection for calves against common diseases from the get-go, says Beierbach, who ranches near Whitewood, just west of the Manitoba border. He administers a three-way intranasal vaccine to pasture-born calves at anywhere from two weeks to twoand-a-half months of age. As the herd is processed after May-June calving, usually in early July, all calves also receive an eight-way injectable clostridial vaccine, including tetanus. And then at fall weaning, they also are vaccinated against IBR and BVD. Beierbach believes in covering the bases. â€œFrom the research Iâ€™ve seen, the

nasal vaccines do a better job of providing immunity to the calf early on,â€? says Beierbach. â€œAnd from my observations, I believe I am seeing improved health in my calves.â€? Beierbach is following research that shows nasal vaccines can do a better job of providing protection to young calves over the critical first few months of life than injectable vaccines. But that statement needs some explanation. There is nothing wrong with the wellestablished seven-way, eight-way, or nine -way injectable (intramuscular and subcutaneous) calf vaccines, but believe it or not, on beef operations that follow a sound vaccination program in the cow-herd, that program can actually be somewhat antagonistic toward injectable vaccines used in the calf program. As intranasal vaccines have a different and faster route of entry into the calfâ€™s system, they avoid whatâ€™s described as â€œmaternal antibody interferenceâ€?. The calfâ€™s immune system in the nose (upper respiratory tract) is more rapid than the systemic or boydâ€™s response, making the uptake of nasal vaccine so effective.

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Just as a refresher â€” viral or bacterial vaccines may be killed or live. Live vaccines contain bacteria or a virus that has been modified (MLV). This means theyâ€™ve lost their disease-causing ability. Killed vaccines are just what the name says â€“ theyâ€™ve been inactivated with a process that results in their death. Philip Griebel, a researcher at VIDO (Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization) at the University of Saskatchewan, explains the conflict that happens as the cow transfers immunity to the calf through its colostrum. The MLV injectable calf vaccines, for example, â€” delivered through subcutaneous or intramuscular injections â€” actually deliver modified disease virus presenting just enough of a challenge to help the calf start building its own immunity against the diseases. When antibodies are transferred from the mother to the calf through colostrum, those antibodies recognize these modified live virus as a threat and attack them, ultimately blocking the effect of the injectable calf vaccine. Griebel is saying it is important to

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have a comprehensive vaccination program in the cowherd, along with a comprehensive vaccination program in the new calf crop. Even if cows are producing both good quantity and high quality colostrum, the comprehensive vaccination programs are just good insurance toward herd health. â€œ The key is in circumventing the maternal antibodies present in calvesâ€?, says Griebel. These antibodies, present in the animalâ€™s blood, neutralize the intramuscular vaccines and reduce the effectiveness of the booster follow-ups. However, maternal antibodies in the nasal cavity are cleared from calves within three to five days after birth, allowing the intranasal route to work more effectively. So research is suggesting, the best approach to providing protection to the calf is actually a one-two punch â€” administer a nasal vaccine at some point during the first few days to the first two or three months of a calfâ€™s life and then follow that up with a broader spectrum injectable vaccine. Continued on page 34

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Bull Market Continued from page 33 The nasal vaccines, although more limited in scope, are quite effective in providing immunity, says Griebel. Among current nasal vaccines on the market, one is a two-way vaccine delivering protection against IBR and PI3 (infectious bovine rhinotrachetis and Paraininfluenza, respectively). Another is a three-way product that covers IBR and PI3 as well as BRSV (respiratory syncitial virus). And there is also a fairly new one that delivers a scours vaccine. Producers will still need to look to injectable intramuscular or subcutaneous vaccines for protections against BVD and clostridial (Blackleg) disease complex. Maintaining a high health status in the overall herd should include a proper vaccination program for both cows and calves, says Griebel. “If you have an absolute gold standard

vaccination program in your cow herd — cows are healthy, producing high volumes of good quality colostrum, and you’re certain your calves are up and nursing early and getting the colostrum they need — then you might not need to vaccinate newborn calves,” he says. It is obviously difficult to measure whether calves are receiving adequate colostrum though, and intranasal vaccination provides increased confidence that the calves will be able to quickly develop their own immunity to supplement the maternal immunity transferred from the dam. And he also notes while good quality and quantity of colostrum will transfer important antibodies and immunity to calves for a while, the protection also declines with time. “Even in herds with a good cowherd vaccination program, calves may receive good early immunity, but as cows are out on pasture, those maternal antibodies are

beginning to wane by the time the calves are three to five months of age. A vaccination program will not only set the calves up during the first few weeks but through their whole life so producers also need to be thinking ahead.” Nathan Erickson, an assistant professor at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine sees the intranasal vaccines having a good fit in a couple key areas. “If you are having a problem in your herd with young calves developing pneumonia at one to two months of age, for example, then an intranasal vaccine administered at one to three days of age can provide protection during that high risk period,” he says. Also, the first intranasal vaccines administered at branding or spring turnout, when calves are two to three months of age and the maternal antibodies are still present, can be very effective in help-

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ing prevent cases of summer or pasture pneumonia. Griebel says the timing to administer a nasal vaccine is usually determined by practical circumstances although earlier is probably easier than later. “When to vaccinate is usually determined by when producers have access to cattle,” he says. So there is no set timeline, although somewhere between two to three days of age up to about two to three months of age is probably a good window.” In practical terms access is probably most common within the first one to two days of a calf being born as it is being tagged, or two or three months of age when the herd is being processed before turn out to summer pasture. Erickson, says it is probably best to wait a day after a calf is born before using a nasal vaccine to ensure the calf’s nostrils are clear of any fetal fluids. When using live vaccines timing is important — use the product within about an hour after mixing. “Follow the label directions, mix and use as directed and also administer the dose as directed,” he says. “Use the proper dose, to ensure proper efficacy.” While a proper vaccination program takes time, money and increased management, researchers say the economics back the effort. The 2014 Western Canadian Cow-Calf Survey, for example, found beef producers were experiencing calf death losses after the first 24 hours of about seven per cent. And of those, about 30 per cent were attributed to diseases such as pneumonia and scours. Similarly, Nathan Erickson points to other studies, which showed the calf mortality rate at about four per cent in unvaccinated beef herds with severe disease outbreaks. On beef operations that experienced extremely severe disease outbreaks, with no vaccination, the mortality rate was as high as 13 per cent. Whereas the studies also showed on beef operations with a vaccination program the calf mortality rate was under one per cent. Erickson says in herds that did vaccinate the cost of vaccination, treatment, production losses and death losses spread over the entire herd worked out to about $17 per head. In beef operations that did not vaccinate, the cost of losses averaged $60 per head. “When you consider the cost of vaccine averages about $3.50 per treatment, it doesn’t take long to recover your costs,” he says. “Even on operations with mild disease outbreaks, saving one or two calves covers the cost of a vaccination program.” Continued on page 35

The Supreme Speckle Park Bull & Female Sale Saturday, April 7th, 2:00 pm @ Notta Ranch, Neilburg, SK.

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Selling Speckle Park yearling & 2 year old bulls, with a select group of females. These genetics are being offered by Notta Ranch, Spots ‘N Sprouts, Ravenworth Cattle and Guests. For more information or a catalogue contact T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-220-5006 View the catalogue online at www.buyagro.com Sale day watch and bid online at www.liveauctions.tv (PL#116061)

Continued from page 34 While it is not difficult to administer the nasal vaccines, it does need to be done properly — it may be easier to restrain the calf at three days of age rather than three months of age. The liquid nasal vaccines can be administered similar to an injectable vaccine. If it is a two cc dose, for example, load that into a syringe or set a multi-dose gun. The needle, however, is replaced with a specially designed twoinch long plastic tube or cannula, with a depth-control ring or tab and inserted into a nostril. The intranasal vaccines are also available in single dose vials. The vaccine needs to come into contact with the wall of the nostril, which means the calf’s head needs to be restrained and turned up so the liquid runs in instead of out. It only takes a couple seconds to deliver the dose, but the head needs to be in the proper position so the product makes contact.

intranasal vaccine early on — anywhere from one-day to two, three even four months of age and don’t administer the intramuscular or sub-Q vaccines until the calf is two months of age or older. Griebel says in what he’s read he is aware of no conflicts about using intranasal vaccines in a program with intramuscular injectable vaccines. He says it is important to remember if a producer uses a two or three-way intranasal vaccine in the spring, for example, they must also use the same intranasal vaccine in the fall or at weaning to serve as booster. The same applies to injectable intramuscular or sub-Q vaccines. “We are seeing many producers now using both an intranasal vaccine as well as an injectable with young calves in the spring,” says Griebel. “And then they follow up with booster shots in the fall at weaning. But the booster must be the same intranasal vaccine

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It is not necessary to time the dose with the calf’s inhale – you don’t want the vaccine to end up in the calf’s lungs. “You can’t just aim at the nostril,” says Griebel. “It has to be properly inserted, and the calf’s head needs to tilted up. If the vaccine ends up on your boot it isn’t doing any good. That’s why we have found it easier to administer in younger calves. Once you get into calves that are feedlot age, six months of age, it can become a challenge. Cattle hate to have anything inserted in their nostrils.” Beierbach says on his ranch heifers begin calving April 20, cows begin May 10. He processes the whole herd in early July. Calves are heel roped and restrained on the ground as the vaccine is administered in the nose. While research is still ongoing to determine a more definitive answer on the timing of the two types of vaccines, the general advice to optimize effectiveness at this stage is to administer the

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as well as the same intramuscular or sub-Q vaccine. Producers can’t mix and match the products, not because it would be harmful, it just wouldn’t be effective.” “ The intranasal vaccines are designed to provide immunity against a cer tain set of diseases, and the commonly used eight-way, or nine-way injectable vaccines deal with another set of diseases, so one can’t be used as a booster with the other.” H owever, h e s ays it i s un c l ear whether different intranasal vaccine products can be used in combination with other intranasal products to increase the spectrum of disease coverage. Both researchers make the point — when considering an overall herd vac c inat i o n pro gr am t alk to your heard veterinarian for their advice and recommendations for the appropriate program for your beef herd.

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