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BSE case shows value of testing ‘Now is not the time to take our foot off the gas,’ says Alberta’s chief veterinarian of BSE surveillance

BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

RED DEER — The latest discovery of a BSE-infected animal in Alberta should not spell the end of testing.

In fact, the opposite should happen, Gerald Hauer, Alberta’s chief veterinarian, told the Alberta Beef

Industry Conference, which was held in Red Deer Feb. 18-20.

“Now is not the time to take our foot off the gas,” he said.

“This is the only tool we have to demonstrate BSE is under effective control and show BSE exposure in the cattle herd is negligible.”

Surveillance numbers have been

slipping since 2011, and the discovery of a new case earlier this month has raised questions about how an animal that was born two years after stricter controls on feed ingredients were put in place in 2007could develop the disease.

Canadian Food Inspection Agency officials said the situation is not

unique to Canada because many other countries with strict feed restrictions have experienced a small number of BSE cases of animals born after the ban.

Hauer said BSE surveillance does not prevent it from spreading.

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» CONTINUED FROM PAGE ONE T h e a n i ma l h e a l t h s y s t e m i s designed to control it and keep it out of the beef supply, where it could potentially infect people who eat certain types of beef contaminated with the disease-causing prions.

The international reaction has been much calmer since the first case was discovered in May 2003.

“We have a much better system in place and we have people around the world who understand our system and they are much more confident we have BSE under control,” Hauer said.

“Back in 2003, that wasn’t the case.”

Surveillance is run differently across the country, but the overall goal is to test a certain number of animals that are at the greatest risk to be infected.

Testing is directed at animals older than 30 months that are down, distressed, diseased or dead. Animals may be checked at abattoirs.

The most recent case was in a downer cow born March 2009 from a farm near Spruce Grove, Alta.

A veterinarian was called to the farm, where the cow was euthanized Feb. 4. Testing in Edmonton and follow up work at the CFIA laboratory in Lethbridge confirmed Feb. 11 that it was classical BSE. Further samples were collected for research, and the carcass was destroyed.

“Until we know we have an actual case of BSE, we try to do this quite quietly,” Craig Price, the CIFA regional chief inspector whose staff is leading the investigation, told the beef conference.

“The news of BSE can be quite disastrous to your industry so we don’t want false news getting out there until we are sure of what we are dealing with.”

The cow was identified with an ear tattoo and producer records were used to locate the birth farm Feb. 17.

Investigators are now looking for equivalent risk animals, which are those born on the same farm within one year of the date of birth of the cow because they likely ate the same feed.

The team is also tracking the progeny of that animal because there is a rare possibility it may pass from mother to calf, said Price.

They will also inspect feed mills to

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BSE CASE SHOWS VALUE OF TESTING

Ag Stock Prices Classifieds Ag Notes Livestock Report Market Charts Opinion Open Forum On The Farm Weather

CANADIAN TEST RESULTS FOR BSE, 2011 TO PRESENT Year 2011

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positive cases 1

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see how products were manufactured since 2007.

Body parts such as brains, glands, intestines and nerve tissue from animals older than 30 months had been banned from the human food chain, livestock feed supply, pet food and fertilizer by that time.

It is believed the rogue proteins responsible for the brain wasting disease are harboured in these tissues, called specified risk materials.

Investigators will also find out where feed was stored on the farm.

Infectious prions can remain active in old, stored feed.

Canada is considered to have controlled risk status, but other countries make their own decisions about trade.

South Korea stopped trade Feb. 14 because it had an agreement to halt trade and wait for further information if a case was found. Indonesia has partially closed the market and is not accepting bone meal as of Feb. 18.

The case has been reported to the World Organization for Animal Health (OIE) in line with Canada’s international obligations.

Canada had hoped to change its controlled risk status to negligible status later this year. The application is now postponed until 2020.

The China Times reported Feb. 22 that Taiwan has banned Canadian beef imports, following similar actions by Belarus, Indonesia, Peru and South Korea.

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RESEARCH

Feds commit $4.35M to food processing facility

BY BRIAN CROSS SASKATOON NEWSROOM

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INVESTMENTS

Foreign investors hit paydirt Saskatchewan farmland is a profitable venture for investment funds, pension plans and megafarms

BY SEAN PRATT SASKATOON NEWSROOM

There has been a marked change in Saskatchewan farmland ownership over the past two decades, according to a new study.

Investment funds, pension plans and megafarms own an increasing amount of Saskatchewan dirt.

The study looked at land ownership in three rural municipalities where there has been significant turnover: Excel, southwest of Regina; Lajord, southeast of Regina; and Harris, southwest of Saskatoon.

“We found that in a relatively short period of time there has been a significant change in land tenure,” said Annette Desmarais, Canada research chair in human rights, social justice and food sovereignty at the University of Manitoba and coauthor of the study, which will soon be published in the online journal Canadian Food Studies.

The researchers found that 8.5 percent of farmland in the RM of Excel was owned by outside investors, 9.4 percent in Lajord and 13.1 percent in Harris for an average of 10.3 percent.

Most of the investment in the RM of Harris is by what the study refers to as farmer/investor hybrids. They are

SASKATCHEWAN LAND OWNERSHIP CASE STUDIES • RM of Excel had less than one percent foreign ownership in 1994. By 2014, that number had risen to 8.5 percent or 22,474 acres.

• RM of Lajord had about 1.5 percent foreign ownership in 1994. By 2014, that number had risen to 9.4 percent or 19,301 acres.

• RM of Harris had less than one percent foreign ownership in 1994.

By 2014, that number had risen to 13.1 percent or 160 acres.

Source: Information Services Corporation Ownership dataset

not investment companies but they are also not the typical family farm.

The hybrids include Cor Van Raay and Van Raay Land Inc., who made his money in the Alberta feedlot industry.

He owns 8,596 acres in the three RMs and 33,730 acres in the province.

Nil-Ray Farms Ltd. has also bought a sizeable amount of land. The company is owned by Brian and Lee Nilsson, who used to own one of Canada’s largest beef packing plants. Nil-Ray owns 8,923 acres in the three RMs and 14,802 acres in the province.

Desmarais said barely any land was owned by people other than Sas-

katchewan farmers 20 years ago.

Everything changed in 2002 when the province relaxed its farmland ownership laws to allow investment by all Canadian citizens and certain classes of Canadian-owned corporations.

Desmarais is alarmed by how quickly 10 percent of the land in the three RMs has been snapped up by investors and megafarms.

“There is certainly a significant amount of land that is changing hands and now being owned by outside investors,” she said.

That isn’t sitting well with farmers like Deb Smith from Kindersley, Sask., who is frustrated that her son has been forced to compete for land with well-financed land investors from Alberta.

“I don’t want our land being owned by non-Saskatchewan residents or corporations,” she said.

“If you want to own land in this province, you and your family must reside here, your children must go to school in this province and your entire family must be involved in activities in your Saskatchewan community. Otherwise, you don’t own land here. End of story.”

Desmarais said that was a common refrain from the farmers she spoke to in the three RMs in the study.

“The one thing people talked about a lot was just how quickly the price of land has risen as a result of all this interest by people who have a lot of money,” she said.

“The biggest concern that people seemed to voice is this is really an effective way to make sure that young people don’t have a chance to farm.”

The study did not explore what happened to land prices in the three RMs, which will be part of a future province-wide study about farmland ownership.

However, the authors did offer their thoughts on the subject.

“Larger farms and fewer farm families mean that many rural communities are unable to sustain the services and institutions that require a critical mass of users to continue to operate,” they said in the study.

“The steady erosion of schools, hospitals, churches and post offices as well as the closing of businesses, banks and grain elevators creates a downward spiral, making it more difficult to continue to live in these communities.” sean.pratt@producer.com

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Saskatchewan’s food processing industry hopes a multimillion-dollar investment in a food processing and development facility will result in new food products made with homegrown ingredients.

Federal government officials announced Feb. 20 that Western Economic Diversification will invest $4.35 million in the Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre in Saskatoon.

The investment will allow the food centre to expand its capacity and add new facilities, including food development and analysis laboratories and suites for testing new food development technologies.

The expansion will also include space that allows small- and mediumsized enterprises to develop, test and commercialize new food products for domestic and export markets.

“We are pleased to invest in a modern, one-stop facility to help Saskatchewan’s food industry increase its productivity and competitiveness in domestic and international markets,” said minister of state for foreign affairs Lynne Yelich, the Saskatoon area MP who made the funding announcement.

Value-added products made in the province will create new jobs and new markets for Saskatchewan farm products, she added.

The Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre is a non-profit organization that helps food processors develop value-added food products.

The centre has assisted in the development of more than 600 food product since it was opened more than 15 years ago. Roughly 300 of those have already reached the marketplace.

The food centre is based at the University of Saskatchewan.

The $4.35 million investment is being billed as capital for “agri-food innovation.”

Centre president Dan Prefontaine said the investment will benefit farmers and value-added processors.

“Saskatchewan’s agriculture sector will achieve long-term benefits directly from this investment by increasing our ability to expand global market opportunities in value-added processing,” he said.

“The … new agri-food innovation centre will support innovation and technology through enhanced expertise, training and commercialization resources to assist our industry in accessing new markets with new products and services.”

The centre operates on a fee-forservice basis. Fees are used to pay for programming.

Additional operating funds come from the interest generated by an $8.5 million Agri-Food Innovation Fund endowment.

The food centre’s existing facilities contain specialized processing equipment and federally inspected processing capacity that can be used to develop dairy goods, meat, processed food and organic products. brian.cross@producer.com

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SEEDING INTENTIONS

Farmers in flux over what to plant this season

BY ED WHITE WINNIPEG BUREAU

Farmers are planning to pull back from wheat, stick with heavy canola acres and boost their durum, barley, oats, lentils, peas and flax acreage, says Agri-Trend founder Rob Saik.

However, Saik told the Grain World conference Feb. 23 that a lot could change before seeding, which usually isn’t the case.

“We’re far behind the last two years,” Saik said about his company’s farm acreage planning business.

“Farmers have not solidified all of their cropping plans for 2015.”

Louis Dreyfus Canada vice-president Brian Conn agreed that farmers haven’t settled their acreage yet.

“We’re seeing the same thing as well,” he said.

“A lot of growers appear to have not made a lot of decisions for this time of year.”

Most farmers have usually set their acreage by now.

That uncertainty muddies the outlook for prairie crops because their domestic supply and demand outlooks sometimes depend heavily on Canadian production, especially with special crops and flax.

Canada is a powerhouse exporter

SPRING SEEDING FORECAST Agri-Trend forecasts Canadian farmers will seed a lot more barley, durum, lentils and flax this spring. They’ll stay with a large canola crop but likely trim wheat acres and reduce summerfallow, weather permitting. A recent Agriculture Canada forcast was similar, but was more optimistic about wheat acres.

Projected Canadian seeded area: (million acres) 2014 Crop final Canola 20.3 Wheat excl. durum 19.1 Barley 5.9 Soybeans 5.6 Durum 4.8 Peas, dry 3.8 Lentils 3.1 Corn for grain 3.1 Oats 2.8 Flax 1.6 Other 1.6 Summerfallow 4.6 Total acres 76.1

2015 est.

20.4 17.9 7.2 5.6 5.5 3.9 3.5 3.0 3.0 1.8 1.8 3.0 76.5

% change +0.5% -6.3% +22.0% 0.0% +14.6% +2.6% +12.9% -3.2% +7.1% +12.5% +12.5% -34.8% +0.5%

3-year average 20.8 19.7 6.8 4.8 4.8 3.6 2.7 3.4 2.9 1.2 1.5 4.2 76.5

AgCan forceast 20.8 19.5 6.4 5.8 5.5 4.0 3.5 3.3 3.1 1.7 ----

Source: Agri-Trend | MICHELLE HOULDEN GRAPHIC

even with the bigger crops, which means uncertainty.

Agri-Trend is predicting that farmers will seed six percent fewer (nondurum) wheat acres, .5 percent more canola acres, 15 percent more durum, 22 percent more barley, sev-

en percent more oats, 13 percent more flax and 13 percent more lentils.

Conn said Louis Dreyfus is predicting a 4.5 percent drop in canola acres to 19.4, which if combined with a trend yield of 35.8 should produce a

15.14 million tonne crop.

Agri-Trend’s acreage forecast differs from a recent forecast form Agriculture Canada, particularly for wheat and barley.

Agriculture Canada sees wheat (except durum) at 19.5 million acres, with winter wheat down 33 percent and spring wheat up four percent.

It sees barley area at 6.42 million acres, up only nine percent, and canola at 20.76 million acres, up two percent.

Agri-Trend’s forecasted drop in wheat acres is dramatic, especially considering the projected drop in summerfallow acres by 35 percent.

Bearish sentiment is discouraging many farmers from seeding extra acres to wheat, but that’s making one beleaguered competing commodity more optimistic.

“That should be really favourable f o r b a r l e y a c re s,” s a i d L o re l l e Selinger, the merchandising manager for Cargill Malt.

That could lead to a five percent rebound in malting barley acres, she said.

However, world supplies likely won’t give barley much bullish room to run, even with strong North American demand for quality barley following last year’s disappointing harvest.

“There are adequate supplies, so the overall global pricing should stay relatively flat,” said Selinger.

Lawrence Yakielashek, general manager of FarmLink Marketing, said he was much less bearish about wheat than most.

“We’re way too comfortable and we have outlying events that are brewing,” said Yakielashek, noting strong demand growth pulling at stocks.

In Canada, the outlook becomes much better as the wheat stockpile shrinks than the glutted situation that arose in 2013-14. The 2015-16 situation could be domestically bullish if stocks drop 28 percent by the end of 2014-15 to four million tonnes.

“We have a tight carryout,” he said.

Flax has been a winner for farmers this winter, said Chuck Penner of LeftField Commodity Research.

However, they shouldn’t assume that will continue.

The high for flax tends to be near $15 per bushel, so near time prices might not last much longer. As well, new crop bids, which are still attractive, could slide if production seems adequate this year.

“I see some downside risk,” said Penner. ed.white@producer.com

BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDINGS

Broadacre executives receive extension, retention bonuses Executives of bankrupt corporate farm to get full salaries as company’s assets are sold

BY SEAN PRATT SASKATOON NEWSROOM

A judge has approved a plan to retain the executives of a failed large Saskatchewan farm to oversee the sale of its assets.

The Court of Queen’s Bench of Alberta has approved a key employee retention plan (KERP) put forward by the executives of Broadacre Agriculture, a corporate farm that was granted bankruptcy protection Nov. 4.

Broadacre was farming 65,000 acres of Saskatchewan farmland when it went out of business.

Chief executive officer Gary Pike, chief operating officer Dallas Pike and chief financial officer Andrew Marshall have been granted an extension of their employment agreements until Aug. 31.

The three company officials will

receive retention bonuses equal to 100 percent of their respective salaries payable in three equal installments between March and August.

Other key employees will receive a payment of 7.5 percent of their respective salaries earned between Nov. 4 and the date of their future termination.

“The current job market in the areas in which Broadacre operates is competitive and robust and I am satisfied that the KERP is necessary to retain the key employees,” Marshall said in a Jan. 16 affidavit submitted to the court. “Without the retention of the key employees, the applicants’ ability to maximize the realization of asset value would be seriously compromised.”

The executive compensation package doesn’t sit well with Allen Blain, who managed Broadacre’s farm near Gravelbourg, Sask., for two years.

“It’s unfortunate that the guys that orchestrated a mess like this can have the audacity to think they’re entitled to a bonus when so many people are going to come up short on it,” he said.

Blain is one of those people. He said

he is owed a bonus from the 2013 crop year, when the Gravelbourg operation exceeded Broadacre’s “master crop plan.”

“I wasn’t paid my bonus that was due payable under my contract,” he said.

Marshall requested a charge up to a maximum of $1.5 million on the property of Broadacre to secure payment for the employees.

The judge approved the plan but granted a charge to a maximum of $1 million on the property.

He also approved the sale and transfer of property to Jakki Stephens o n , Ja s o n To e w s Fa r m s a n d 1 0 1 0 4 8 9 9 Sa s k at c h e w a n L t d . , although the details have not been disclosed Tracy Sandler, the lawyer representing Broadacre, had no comment.

The receiver, PricewaterhouseCoopers, was contacted to help explain the sale and transfer and other aspects of the Jan. 22 judgment but did not respond to an interview request.

The judge also ratified an agreem e nt b e t w e e n B ro a d a c re a n d

Ritchie Brothers Auctioneers.

Nearly 300 items will be up for sale in four auctions March 23, April 7, June 22 and July 14.

Equipment to be sold includes 20 Case IH 9320 combines, eight Case IH 4420/4430 sprayers, 11 Bourgault 6700 air seeder carts with 3310 Bourgault drills, 13 Case IH 500 horsepower Quadtrac tractors, a pair of Case IH 450 four wheel drive tractors and four Gulfstream 40 foot travel trailers.

The extensive eight-page list of items also includes combine headers, swathers, small tractors, threequarter ton pick-up trucks, commodity trailers, augers, conveyors and grain vacuums.

Ritchie Brothers guarantees net proceeds of $15.6 million from the auctions. Proceeds between $15,600,000.01 and $17,599,999.99 will go to Ritchie Brothers.

Ninety percent of the proceeds in excess of $17.6 million will go to Broadacre with the remaining 10 percent going to Ritchie Brothers.

Gary Pike has said all the creditors will be paid in full, but Blain doubts that. The only other major asset he

can think of is the firm’s 9,000 acres of owned farmland, which might fetch around $18 million.

When added to the guaranteed $15.6 million from the auction sales, it comes up far short of the $46 million the firm owes to a long list of creditors, which Blain expects will grow in the coming months.

“I can’t imagine the way this has imploded on itself that everybody is going to walk out with what they went into (it with),” he said.

Blain expects there will be a “significant shortfall” once the process is finalized.

Broadacre has been granted an extension on the stay of proceedings to April 30. The original stay expired Dec. 4. sean.pratt@producer.com

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SEED TREATMENTS

Neonic information for use on soybeans worries entomologist

BY ROBERT ARNASON BRANDON BUREAU

WINNIPEG — Surveys and anecdotal evidence suggest 80 percent of Manitoba farmers use neonicotinoid seed treatments when growing soybeans.

The province’s entomologist is concerned by that figure because less than 20 percent of soybean crops in the province actually require an insecticidal seed treatment.

John Gavloski said there are geographic pockets, such as Niverville, Teulon, Steinbach and Dauphin, where fields have wireworms and neonics could be useful for soybeans.

However, those fields are the exception.

“Those are pockets and it’s certainly not 80 percent of our acres. It’s going to be much less than that … anywhere from five to 20 percent, 20 being on the very high end,” he said at the Crop Connect conference, which was held in Winnipeg Feb. 17-18.

“The other 60 to 70 percent (of growers) that have neonic and (don’t) have the wireworm issues, it’s really hit and miss whether they’re going to get any benefit.”

Jeanette Gaultier, a Manitoba Agriculture pesticide specialist, said producers might be planting soybeans with a neonicotinoid out of habit because it’s been standard practice for years.

Neonics are applied to almost all corn and canola seed in North America and a portion of soybean seeds.

Recent studies, including a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency paper from last fall, indicate that insecticide seed treatments offer almost no economic benefit for soybeans.

“This is because the limited period of (neonic) bioactivity in soybeans (three to four weeks) does not usually align with periods of soybean aphid p r e s e n c e / a c t i v i t y ,” t h e E PA said. “Similarly, neonicotinoid seed treatments are not effective in controlling bean leaf beetles as this pest occurs too late in the season.”

Gaultier is troubled by industry advertising that encourages soybean growers to use neonics prophylactically.

Bayer and Syngenta, which make neonics, have previously promoted neonics as insect control and a way to mitigate foliar applications of insecticides.

More re cently, Syngenta has emphasized another attribute of its neonic seed treatment thiamethoxam, sold under the brand name CruiserMaxx.

Syngenta says on its website that thiamethoxam provides a “vigour trigger” effect, boosting plants’ tolerance of stressful conditions early in the growing season. That vigour enhances emergence, improves plant stand and helps the crop reach its full yield potential.

Similarly, Bayer says imidacloprid, one of its neonics, provides a stress shield for crops under duress. They claim it promotes superior root growth, improved vigour and increased yield.

Gaultier shook her head when asked about the claims and said

FOR MORE INFORMATION Manitoba Pulse and Soybean Growers and Manitoba Agriculture advise soybean producers to assess the risks in a field before using a neonic seed treatment.

For more information, contact kristen@manitobapulse.ca. farmers should use insecticides to control pests.

Applying an insecticide for another purpose is a mistake.

“At MAFRD (Manitoba Agriculture), we refer to that as prophylactic use. We recommend against that,” she said. “We’re always recommending … that you’re using that pesticide when it’s needed, when the pest is present.”

Gavloski said augmented plant vigour related to thiamethoxam is real, but it occurs only under extreme conditions, such as a dry spring.

“There can be a benefit if you get those stressful conditions. If not, there really isn’t and you’re paying extra money for something that’s really providing no benefit,” Gavloski said.

“I wouldn’t mind the vigour trigger being advertised so much if the companies were honest enough to say it occurs under certain conditions…. A lot of the ads make it sound like it’s a given, which it’s not and they know that. The way it’s advertised, it makes it sound like you’re going to get it regardless.”

Gavloski said insecticides should be marketed as insecticides.

“It would be nice if the main purpose, insect control, was a bit higher profile in the ads. Sometimes you don’t even see the word wireworm.

You would see at the very bottom that (the product) also controls insects.”

Gaultier said it’s not good stewardship to tell growers to use a neonic whether pests are present or not.

“You’re putting that selection pressure on (the insects) and increasing the risk for (insecticide) resistance.”

A Syngenta spokesperson said farmers have choices when it comes to seed treatments. Growers who don’t need an insecticide can buy a fungicide-only product.

“Our experience has been that growers will use the products that they see value in and benefit their crop production,” he said.

“Seed applied insecticides with thiamethoxam protect the seed and seedlings from pests, ensuring that plants get off to a healthy, vigorous start, which ultimately contributes to the quality and yield potential of the crop.

He said seed applied insecticides require less active ingredient per acre than foliar and soil applied pesticides.

They also provide “protection from increased pest pressure associated with a range of agronomic practices including reduced/no-till field conditions (and) they also allow plants to deal with abiotic stresses such as cool soil temperatures or dry conditions at planting.” robert.arnason@producer.com

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U.S. study shows crop benefits with neonic use Findings diverge from U.S. Environmental Protection Agency report

BY ROBERT ARNASON BRANDON BUREAU

A University of Wisconsin researcher has concluded there is a benefit to using insecticide seed treatments on soybeans.

In a paper published in Crop Science in early February, Shaun Conley and his colleagues determined that Syngenta’s CruiserMaxx product increases soybean plant stand compared to a fungicide-only seed treatment and an untreated check plot in trials in Wisconsin.

“There were no significant increases in plant stand or harvest plant population for ApronMaxx (fungicide only) compared with the UTC (untreated check),” the researchers wrote. “ T h e c o m p o n e n t d i f f e re n c e between Cruiser-Maxx and ApronMaxx is the addition of thiamethoxam in CruiserMaxx, evidence that this active ingredient was responsible for the stand increases.”

Conley, a soybean production

expert, said seed treatments allow farmers to plant fewer soybean seeds and still obtain high yields. Seed is typically the biggest expense for soybean growers, which means a product that reduces the amount of seed reduces input costs.

“What we found is that the economical optimal seeding rate for a neonicotinoid combination with a fungicide seed treatment is somewhere between 15,000 and 20,000 less seeds per acre.”

Syngenta has touted the benefits of thiamethoxam and its impact on plant development since the late 2000s, calling the effect vigour trigger.

Documents on Syngenta’s website say tests in multiple countries have demonstrated the effect on a variety of crops.

The company said thiamethoxam promotes faster emergence, improved plant stands, higher yields and taller, greener plants under tough growing conditions such as drought, low soil pH and high soil salinity.

Conley’s findings diverge from a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency report, issued last fall.

The EPA determined, after reviewing published research, that neonic seed treatments provide no economic benefit for soybeans.

Conley said the EPA evaluated studies that were skewed toward later planting dates.

“I think a lot of the data came from experiments that targeted soybean aphid,” he said.

“Instead of planting in those first 10 days of May, those were targeted for June planting…. These experiments were planted later than what we would recommend economically.”

Conley said neonic seed treatments are more effective when soybeans are planted in early May, when the seed may sit in cool soil and cope with adverse conditions for weeks.

Conley’s study can be found at www.crops.org/publications/cs/ justpublished. robert.arnason@producer.com

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Prices rising but profits still borderline Canola futures are rallying, but when fixed costs and average yields are factored in, $10 per bushel doesn’t impress many farmers

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New crop canola bids have hit $10 per bushel in some locations, but it might not be enough to persuade farmers to sign on the dotted line “If you can pencil in a profit at $10, great,” said Brian Voth, senior market coach with Agri-Trend Marketing in Manitoba.

“Unfortunately, probably most farms would be borderline breaking even on an average crop, at least over here.”

Growers spend $400 per acre putting in a canola crop when factoring in fixed costs. And with average Manitoba yields in the low- to-mid 40 bushel per acre range, that doesn’t result in much profit at a $10 price.

Jon Driedger, risk management portfolio manager with FarmLink Marketing Solutions, agreed that $10 might not be the trigger price for growers, even though it is a nice round double-digit number. “(Farmers) aren’t exactly getting rich on $10 canola. It’s probably OK, but it’s definitely not a home run,” he said.

After bottoming out near $410/tonne in early December, canola futures have rallied on steady domestic and export demand and the weaker Canadian dollar. The rally has helped lift cash prices to near $10/bu.

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“I’d be surprised if grain companies are getting run over at that (price).”

Driedger said new crop prices have improved by $20 per tonne since the beginning of February because of a combination of better futures values

and a more narrow basis.

There has also been steady improvement in old crop prices, which peaked at close to $11 last week.

Canola has been making gains despite an oilseed complex weighed

down by expectations of a massive South American soybean crop, an expanding U.S. soybean carryout and forecasts for a big increase in spring plantings in the United States.

Driedger said canola carryout won’t be burdensome, and acres will likely remain flat at 20.5 million acres because of disease pressure, rotation issues and “ho-hum” prices.

Voth is advising clients to hold off on pricing their new crop canola because the market is inverted with nearby futures priced higher than November futures.

“That is the market telling you that they want canola now. They’re going to pay you less to store it until spring or summer,” he said.

“Typically, that will end up dragging new crop prices higher.”

New crop canola is priced at a 60 to 70 cent per bu. discount to old crop.

“To me, that’s too much of a spread to be really interested in pricing new crop canola right now,” said Voth.

Bids are higher in eastern Saskatchewan than they are in southern Manitoba, which is odd because there are more crushers in southern

Manitoba, Minnesota and North Dakota than there are in eastern Saskatchewan.

“I wonder if it’s the market over there being concerned about acres being switched into lower cost crops like oats or something like that,” he said.

Voth expects canola prices will rise because he believes the 2014-15 carryout will be a lot tighter than the trade thinks. As well, there is a risk of losing ground to cheaper input crops and there is added crush capacity with the expansion of the Bunge plant in Altona, Man., and the addition of the Cargill facility in Camrose.

Exports should remain strong if the Canadian dollar stays depressed.

“I don’t think that there’s a massive amount of upside, I’m just not going to jump in February at $10 canola,” he said.

Voth is advising clients to stay patient and avoid the temptation of selling into the limited tonnage specials offered by grain companies because they are often a sign that prices could be heading higher. sean.pratt@producer.com

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INFORMATION SERVICE

Service aims to complement, not compete FarmCo will post regional grain price averages so farmers can assess an elevator’s bid

BY ED WHITE WINNIPEG BUREAU

A new price-posting system won’t undermine the work of independent advisers or threaten the commercial integrity of grain companies, says one of the men putting it together.

Russ Crawford, vice-president of FarmCo, said the Alberta Wheat Commission’s hoped-for service at www. pdqinfo.ca will offer something fresh for the marketplace from which everyone should benefit.

“This is just a source of information.

It’s a long way from what analysts and advisers are providing,” he said in an interview during CropConnect in Winnipeg, where he was discussing the planned service with farmers and other agricultural interests.

“They’re doing a good job, and we see this as a resource for them to do that more effectively.”

Crawford said grain companies shouldn’t see the service as a threat because the listed prices will be limited to regional averages rather than company- and site-specific prices.

Cereals grain pricing has bewildered many farmers for more than a year, because of confusing basis levels, different base grades from different grain elevator companies and logistical snarls that create a mess of price signals.

The wheat commission service, which is funded by more than $700,000 in Growing Forward 2 money, is meant to provide not just prairie-wide current elevator prices but also a wide array of pricing information from farm to port.

The lack of price clarity and transparency has created widespread farmer unhappiness, with some simply confused and others outright suspicious that the grain companies are pocketing outrageous spreads between what they pay the farmer and what they sell for at port.

In the latter group is the Canadian Wheat Board Alliance, which has described the spread between west coast reported free on board prices and eastern Saskatchewan elevator prices as a “grain robbery” and a “rip-off” perpetrated by the grain companies.

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Sunflower industry struggling

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would be,” he said.

Driedger is forecasting a 10 to 15 percent hike in flax acres because not a lot of other crops can compete with the oilseed at today’s prices.

“Canola is a little ho-hum with profitability, and (with) the cereals there is nothing that jumps out as superexciting,” said Driedger.

“It’s not too hard to see where you coax in some flax acres.”

Growers who usually plant a few quarter sections of the oilseed might be inclined to throw in an extra quarter this year, he said.

It is a crop that tends to be seeded late, which could also prove advantageous if prices hold up through spring.

Near-death escapes are exciting but can leave a lot of scars and require lengthy recovery.

That’s what Manitoba’s sunflower industry has been going through, getting back to decent acreage but feeling bruised from the brutal bashing of a couple of years ago.

“It’s been tough for us as an association, but also for our processors here in the province,” National Sunflower Association president Gregg Fotheringham said after the organization’s annual meeting Feb. 17.

“It’s hard for them to procure the volumes they need for the export market, and we lose out on the check-off dollars we need to further research.”

Flooding and disease problems have hit sunflower acreage hard in the last five years.

Flooding stole many acres, and humid growing conditions created massive losses to disease.

The crop, which ranged from 140,000 to 200,000 acres per year in 2001-09, fell to 134,000 acres in 2010 and 35,000 in 2011. It bounced back in the 2012-14 period but never higher than 80,000 acres.

The association expected acres to reach 100,000 last year, but massive flooding in southwestern Manitoba took thousands of acres out of production.

Fotheringham said acreage should reach at least 100,000 this year, which will help keep the organization moving forward with research funding and priorities.

Crop development survives on check-off dollars, so the smaller the acreage the less money there is for sunflower research. Various sorts of matching funding were key to keeping sunflower development money flowing in recent years.

“The external funding that we’ve been dragging in has been monumental, so our own cost is about 25 cents on every dollar,” said Fotheringham.

He said there’s no reason why acreage won’t reach six digits again because growing sunflowers pays.

“When you sit down and do a cost analysis, it still works out very well,” said Fotheringham.

“Those numbers are fairly consistent. If you can grow some good quality and decent yields, a producer will do well.”

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www.pdqinfo.ca will be available for smart phones and desktop computers. | “Using newly revealed figures, we know that farmers had $13.7 million taken from them by the grain-handling companies in excess profits in one week alone,” said Kyle Korneychuk of the alliance.

“This is a continuation of the multibillion-dollar rip-off of farmers by the private trade since the killing of the farmer-controlled single-desk Canadian Wheat Board.”

Others, including many analysts and brokers, believe the spreads and volatile basis, which they note has sometimes been attractive to farmers, are a product of the last year’s logistical problems and the uniquely complex nature of wheat as a commodity.

However, virtually all farmers and farm groups have called for more clarity on grain prices and basis levels.

Crawford said the wheat commission service hopes to provide regional price averages that farmers in any area can compare against elevator bids in nearby regions and at various ports.

“They want to know that what they’re seeing at their local point is a competitive bid,” said Crawford.

“It becomes indicative pricing for areas and regions.”

Crawford said brokers, analysts and newsletter publishers shouldn’t feel threatened by the service because it will provide a general set of numbers to which they can attach their analysis.

“Rather than a lot of companies and analysts doing that same work of going out and finding information, what we’re proposing is just one general and independent source of cash market information that’s available to everyone,” said Crawford.

It won’t challenge the brokers’ and advisers’ edge on specific elevator bids, he added.

“We think what we’re talking about is quite different. We’re talking about price averages. We’re talking about trends. We’re not talking about specific locations or specific companies.”

Crawford and colleague John

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DePape have spoken directly with grain buyers and grain companies and haven’t found any that are refusing to provide purchase prices.

However, he said they now seem to be trying to formulate an industry position on the issue.

“They’ve come back to us and said they would like to talk to us as an industry, so we’re going to meet with the Western Grain Elevator Association and discuss this further,” said Crawford. ed.white@producer.com FOR A RELATED STORY, SEE PAGE 89

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FLAX

Strong flax market may soon weaken: analyst

BY SEAN PRATT SASKATOON NEWSROOM

One of the bright lights in the grain and oilseed sector could be dimming.

Brian Johnson, general manager of commodities with Johnson Seeds, said there is a bearish factor looming in the flax market.

One of the reasons flax prices have been so good in 2014-15 is that a significant portion of the Black Sea crop was never harvested because of poor weather.

“There has been more sales to Europe because of the East European crop being left in the field over the winter,” he said.

More than half of Kazakhstan’s crop never saw a combine, and it will

be harvested and brought to market this spring.

“It could be a bit troubling,” said Johnson.

“It may damper prices quicker than we think.”

How long the late-harvested Black Sea flax weighs down prices will depend on weather conditions. A lot of flax could suddenly hit the market if conditions are suitable for harvesting.

Johnson said the flax will likely be poor quality, but it should be useable for industrial purposes.

This year’s seeded acres could be the other bearish factor. Many analysts feel it will be a much larger crop than the 1.73 million acres Agriculture Canada is forecasting, which would be an 11 percent increase from

last year.

“Conservatively, I would put it at 20 percent higher,” said Johnson.

Flax prices are attractive compared to other crops because of unusually strong demand from both the industrial and human consumption markets. Most farmers were also happy with last year’s yields, he said.

Jon Driedger, risk management portfolio manager with FarmLink Marketing Solutions, also believes acres will be way up because of $14.50 per bushel old crop prices and some $12.50 bids for new crop.

“Those sorts of contracts are out there, which is reasonably attractive to growers, especially if you can get an Act of God clause on say the first 10 bu. or whatever standard terms

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Large port-to-country spreads revive familiar arguments MARKET WATCH

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t is interesting how farmer calculations about port and country wheat prices that were once used to criticize the Canadian Wheat Board monopoly are now used to criticize the performance of grain companies in an open market.

For years, farmers opposed to the monopoly would bemoan the wide discount they received relative to the port price.

They would argue that the wide spread was proof of CWB’s inefficiency.

Some of the rash zealots would even allege that CWB officers were personally profiting.

Now it is supporters of the former monopoly who are making similar calculations and arguing that profit hungry grain companies are taking farmers to the cleaners.

Kyle Korneychuk, spokesperson for the Canadian Wheat Board Alliance, last week issued a news release showing calculations comparing posted port prices and elevator prices.

It will always be possible for grain companies to set a wide basis on wheat as long as supply exceeds the ability to export it. Grain handlers are spending heavily to increase their export capacity at Vancouver. The construction crane marks where Richardson is spending $120 million to expand terminal storage. | D’ARCE MCMILLAN PHOTO The example he used was for No. 1 CW hard red spring wheat at $9.21 a bushel at Vancouver.

He applied an average rail cost of $1.09

and the maximum regulated tariffs for country and terminal elevation and cleaning, which totalled $1.95.

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price provides a net to the grain companies of $7.25 a bu., but he said one of the major grain companies had a Saskatchewan elevator price of $5.60.

He suggested that the difference, $1.65, was excess profit going to the elevator companies “This extra $60 per tonne ($1.65 per bu.) is over and above the regulated profits and return on investment allowed grain handlers under Canadian Grain Commission rules — rules which allowed those companies to expand and prosper during the 77 years of the existence of the single-desk wheat board,” Korneychuk wrote.

He said that given the amount of wheat shipped to port, that amounted to a windfall to grain companies of $13.7 million a week.

“This is a continuation of the multibillion-dollar rip-off of farmers by the private trade since the killing of the farmer-controlled single-desk Canadian Wheat Board,” Korneychuk wrote.

He suggested that the railways have faced stiff criticism and new regulation because of their shortfalls, and grain companies should face similar outrage and denunciation.

You can quibble with Korneychuk’s numbers.

The port price of $9.21 a bu. is taken from the weekly Agriculture Canada price summary, which identifies the number as an “indicator price” sourced from the International Grains Council and industry.

“The ‘indicator price’ represents a sample of f.o.b. asking prices for export and may not be reflective of actual selling prices,” the report said.

As well, the $13.7 million figure assumes all the grades of wheat that moved encountered the same sort of price spread calculated for No. 1 grade.

Nevertheless, I think the gist of Korneychuk’s argument stands, a n d i t i s b a c k e d u p by a m o re detailed analysis that agricultural economics professor Richard Gray of the University of Saskatchewan prepared for the Saskatchewan

Wheat Development Commission.

It comes dow n to supply and demand.

Grain companies can have a wide spread between port prices and what they pay farmers because more grain is available than can be moved, even if there is ample international demand.

Even with a smaller crop this year, the supply dwarfs previous years.

Looking at just wheat (except durum), the total supply is 21 percent greater than the five year 200809 to 2012-13 average. That is down from 32 percent last year but still excessive, given the logistical ability to move the crop to export.

Gray said there is no reason for grain companies to chase supplies as lo ng a s th e y ea r-end ca r r y o u t remains historically large.

He said there is a need for more export capacity at the West Coast, but notes expansion is complicated by a lack of space at Vancouver’s Burrard Inlet harbour. There is room at Prince Rupert, but only Canadian National Railway serves it.

However, even with these constraints, incremental improvements are possible.

Richardson is spending $120 million to upgrade its Vancouver terminal, adding 80,000 tonnes of storage, and Viterra is spending $100 million at its Pacific Terminal across the harbour to add a new ship loading s y s t e m t o t r i p l e t h e f a c i l i t y ’s throughput capabilities. Cargill is spending $50 million to move grain faster and more efficiently through Vancouver.

We hope the railways will be able to keep up with this growing port terminal capacity.

And with a return to more normal sized crops, competition might force the grain companies to be more aggressive in their bidding, which would narrow these wide spreads. darce.mcmillan@producer.com Follow D’Arce McMillan on Twitter @darcemcmillan.

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CANFAX REPORT FED CATTLE NEAR RECORD HIGH

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Lower demand swells U.S. meat inventories CHICAGO, Ill. (Reuters) — Slumping demand for meat because of export problems and cold weather boosted pork, beef and chicken inventories to some of their highest levels in years.

Analysts made the observation following the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s monthly cold storage report Feb. 21.

Meat processors and grocers normally stash hams in freezers before the Easter holiday and steaks, pork chops and chicken ahead of the summer grilling season.

However, the USDA report said January’s pork stocks showed their biggest increase for the month since 2012, led largely by the 67 percent jump in hams stored since December.

Total pork inventories were 596.5 million pounds, up 18 percent from December, which is partly because of increased production but also export disruptions.

The negative effect the report would have had on hog futures was offset by the weekend tentative settlement of a longstanding labour dispute at U.S. west coast ports that had backed up pork exports.

The USDA report said January beef stocks came in at 490.9 million lb., a record high for the month.

The government pegged January’s

total chicken inventory at 730.1 million lb., up six percent from a year ago and a four-year high for January.

“Any time you get over 700 million lb. in poultry, it’s a lot,” said independent market analyst Bob Brown in Edmond of Oklahoma.

Ron Plain, a University of Missouri livestock economist, attributed the bulge in cold storage to the inability to move meat off the West Coast.

Pork likely felt the brunt of the impact because more of it is shipped outside the United States than other meat.

Cargo loading and unloading resumed full operations the day following the agreement between longshore workers and the ports.

However, it could take several weeks to clear the backlog, which could keep a lid on domestic meat prices until then, experts said.

Bouts of wintry weather from Chicago eastward made it difficult for packers to transport meat to their consumers and likely hurt meat consumption in hardest hit areas, Plain said.

As well, analysts said the U.S. dollar’s surge of more than 16 percent during the last nine months made U.S goods less attractive to foreign buyers, thereby exacerbating storage stocks.

Few cattle are moving on the cash market because most available cattle have been sold on a contracted basis.

Cash offerings might increase in March because feedlots have held back cattle. Some contracted cattle might also be pushed back to March.

The cash market was mixed last week with one packer doing most of the buying. Cash prices were strong in light volume.

The Canfax average steer price was $189.21 per hundredweight, just $2 shy of the record high set in January and up $54.12 from the same time last year. The cash-to-futures basis improved and is stronger than the five-year average.

Alberta steers on a rail grade basis ranged $314.50-$318.50.

U.S. packer interest was quiet. Most Canadian fed cattle going south are forward contracted.

Canadian weekly fed exports to the United States have ranged 3,3004,600 head in recent weeks, which is down from 6,000-7,900 over the same period last year.

Packers have little incentive to increase production and with more cattle available in March, prices might be pressured.

Reuters said cash cattle in Kansas last week moved at US$160 per cwt., $2 lower than the previous week.

Nebraska cash cattle sold at $158 to $160, down as much as $4.

COWS POST RECORD HIGHS D1, D2 cows ranged C$130-$147 to

average $138.08 per cwt., up $2.58.

D3 cows ranged $118-$130 to average $124.67, up $4.17.

This might not be the seasonal high because prices normally rise into the spring.

Western Canadian weekly cow slaughter was fairly consistent over the past three weeks, ranging 8,0008,500 head. Packers could be forced to cut kill levels because non-fed volumes trading through commercial auctions have tightened considerable recently.

Alberta D1, D2 cows are fetching a premium over U.S. utility cows. This last happened in May 2013.

Bred cows ranged $2,165-$3,400, and bred heifers ranged $2,400$3,500.

BEEF EDGES HIGHER U.S. beef cut-out values rose with Choice up 82 cents at US$239.92 per cwt. and Select up $1.52 at $236.71.

Trade interruptions at west coast ports resulted in a 10 percent increase in beef inventories in cold storage at the end of January from the previous month and a 14 percent increase from last year.

The Montreal wholesale price for delivery this week was steady at C$318-$320 per cwt.

FEEDERS MIXED U.S. CATTLE ON FEED Steers traded unevenly lower, while heifers showed modest strength.

The cash market remains strong with good demand and moderate supplies, despite futures market and Canadian dollar volatility.

Prices of calves 500-800 pounds gained on 800 lb. and heavier steers, with the spread at about $70.

The increasing number of heavy feeders and the relatively low cost of gain support this trend.

Weekly auction volumes increased but continued to run lower than a year ago.

Canfax expects feeder numbers to remain tight, given the large exports since last fall. Many more are booked to go south through March.

Local demand remains strong, and the feeder and calf market is well supported unless there is a big swing in the futures market or the dollar.

The U.S. cattle on feed supply was 10.711 million Feb. 1, almost unchanged from the previous year.

January placements fell 11 percent to 1.787 million.

January marketings fell nine percent to 1.625 million.

Other disappearance rose eight percent to 77,000.

Placements were a little higher than expected, and marketings were slightly fewer than anticipated.

This cattle market information is selected from the weekly report from Canfax, a division of the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association. More market information, analysis and statistics are available by becoming a Canfax subscriber by calling 403275-5110 or at www.canfax.ca.

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BISON STEADY

U.S. hog cash prices fell early last week but were mostly steady later, halting a long decline.

The futures market also halted its slide and might have put in a bottom.

Some of the strength in the market was attributed to a cold blast hitting the Midwest.

Producers needed higher prices to go to the trouble of making deliveries.

However, the labour disruptions on the U.S. West Coast, which had backed up the pork export pipeline, limited gains. A settlement was reached on the weekend.

Iowa-southern Minnesota hogs delivered were US$42-$43 per hundredweight Feb. 20, down from $44.50-$45 Feb. 13.

U.S. hogs averaged $58.41 on a carcass basis Feb. 20, up from $56.96 Feb. 13. The U.S. pork cutout dropped to $71.50 per cwt. Feb. 20, down from $72.13 Feb. 13.

The estimated U.S. weekly slaughter for the week to Feb. 21 was 2.285 million, up from 2.222 million the previous week.

Slaughter was 2.111 million last year at the same time.

The Canadian Bison Association said Grade A bulls in the desirable weight range sold at prices up to C$4.60 per pound hot hanging weight. U.S. buyers are offering US$4.10-$4.15 with returns dependent on exchange rates, quality and export costs.

Grade A heifers sold up to C$4.40.

U.S. buyers are offering US$3.90.

Animals outside the desirable buyer specifications may be discounted.

In the live markets, Kramer Auction sold 465 head Feb. 12 in a strong market. Bull calves born in 2014 sold from $3.90-$4.20, while bulls born in 2013 that weighed 625-724 lb. averaged $3.32 per lb.

Heifer calves born in 2014 sold from $3.30-$3.50, with 600-725 lb. yearling heifers averaging $2.93.

Time well invested.

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LIGHT LAMBS STEADY Ontario Stockyards Inc. reported that 1,073 sheep and lambs and 28 goats traded Feb. 17. All lightweight well-fed lambs sold steady. Heavy lambs sold barely steady to $5 cwt. lower.

Sheep and goats sold steady.

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FOOD SAFETY

Producers and government must get behind BSE testing

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he proverbial excrement hit the fan when Canada confirmed its 19th case of BSE Feb. 11.

Coming as it did four years after the last case, and in an animal born after a more stringent 2007 feed ban was imposed to eliminate the disease from the national herd, this recent case has attracted worldwide attention.

The strength of the beef industry’s traceability system is now being questioned because the infected cow didn’t have the required ear tag.

At least three trading partner countries have announced restrictions on Canadian beef and bovine products.

As well, two cattle operations — one where the BSE-infected animal was born and one at which it was discovered — are in turmoil. Others might be drawn in as well, depending on how the investigation evolves.

Small wonder cattle producers might ask themselves whether submitting animals for BSE testing is really worth the effort. After all, there are potentially dire consequences for their operations and for the national industry.

Canadian producers who have had the misfortune to find a case of BSE in their herds have paid a high price for doing the right thing. Their herds have been decimated or destroyed and their livelihoods affected from that happenstance as well as the global trade fallout.

Some 229 people among the world’s billions have developed the human form of BSE, the horrible and deadly variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease, since its discovery in 1996. Does that mean BSE is still a significant worldwide human health concern?

Might it be time to revisit the “shoot, shovel and shut up” scenario as preferable to testing?

In a word, no.

That is a dangerous thought, albeit one that some producers say they’ve pondered.

However, failure to provide cattle for BSE testing is essentially an abdication of account-

ability. It is a rejection of regulations put in place to eradicate the disease from Canada and assure consumers that food safety has the highest priority.

If the policy makers and regulators had accepted the premise that BSE presents no significant human health threat, would that have allowed beef from case number 19 to enter the food chain?

Would consumers and global trading partners have accepted that possibility without reaction?

Again, in a word, no.

In terms of cost/risk analysis, the automotive industry offers a recent and apt comparison.

General Motors knew of but ignored faulty ignition systems in its vehicles for years.

Though few people have died as a direct result, the liability it now faces could set the company adrift.

The Canadian cattle industry could share a similar life raft if it were to ignore the possibility of BSE and fail to provide sufficient tested numbers to assure safety.

Rigid application of the feed ban, coupled with animal testing to prove its efficacy, could allow Canada to eliminate BSE entirely. But just as measles are an unexpected scourge when people become complacent, so might BSE cases multiply if that same type of complacency flourishes. The results would be disastrous.

Producers must continue to provide animals for testing despite the inconvenience and despite any misgivings they might harbour about the endeavor. The potential repercussions go far beyond the personal.

The federal government can assist by developing a national program to help offset producer costs for BSE testing. That would both encourage and partially reward them for continuing to do the right thing.

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SEEKING HARMONIZATION

Internal trade issues difficult to tackle during election year CAPITAL LETTERS

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embers of the House of C o m m o n s a g r i c u l t u re committee have joined the ranks of Ottawa politicos trying to gain insight into Canada’s complex interprovincial trade system.

The House began its study Feb. 17 and it comes as the Senate agriculture and forestry committee is also looking at internal trade issues.

Canada’s pernicious internal trade differences have been a longstanding issue since Confederation.

And while Canada’s 10 provinces and two of the three territories agreed to the Agreement on Internal Trade in 1995 (Nunavut didn’t exist at the time and is currently listed as

observer status), ongoing disputes and regulatory barriers persist.

Var ying food safety rules that change from province to province have been known to restrict the sales of gourmet food in parts of the country, which can be easily sold in Europe or other international markets.

Meanwhile, different ethanol mixing formulas mean refineries are required to produce varying ethanols for different provinces.

There have also been spats in the past over the way hay was stacked on trucks moving between Alberta and British Columbia, which forced truck drivers to stop and adjust their loads before crossing the border.

As well, Quebec refused to sell margarine that was the same colour as butter, a regulation that wasn’t changed until 2008.

The federal government has said internal trade barriers are believed cost the national economy $50 billion in gross domestic product, although that number has never been sourced or substantiated.

Fixing internal trade has been

touted as a priority for the federal Conservatives for years, attracting the attention of several high profile cabinet ministers. Industry minister James Moore, for instance, has repeatedly called the entire issue “ridiculous.”

Moore has criss-crossed the country in an attempt to drum up support for internal trade reform and repeatedly put the issue onto the premiers’ meeting agenda. The topic was raised most recently at the winter Council of the Federation meeting in Ottawa in January.

The issue was also mentioned in last year’s federal budget, with the Conservatives committing to easing internal trade issues via a yet to be finalized Internal Trade Barrier Index.

However, solving internal trade issues is not an easy task. Regulations aside, the political hurdles are plentiful.

Provincial co-operation is essential, and while the premiers have said they are committed to easing internal trade disputes, saying and actu-

ally doing it are two different things.

Internal trade is also an area that requires firm federal involvement, along with a willingness to stand tough against the provinces, but still manage to work with them.

Failure to do so risks having to go to court to reaffirm the federal government’s constitutional adeptness when it comes to trade matters. With a federal election looming, opening up the constitution is a fight no one in Ottawa is looking for right now.

Then there’s the prime minister Stephen Harper’s relationship with the provinces and his ongoing refusal to meet with them all at once. Harper has not held a first ministers meeting since early 2009, where discussion as focused on the state of the economy in light of the 2008 global economic crisis.

He has repeatedly met with the premiers one-on-one, but internal trade is one of those problems that will only ever been solved face-toface, a point highlighted by former prime minister Brian Mulroney in December during a speech at the

Crop Life Canada Conference. Mulroney quietly chastised Harper for refusing to meet with the premiers, saying the country’s 14 leaders should get together to discuss national issues such as internal trade.

However, getting the provinces on side is only one of many challenges around internal trade.

On the agricultural side, any conversation about internal trade is guaranteed to bring up questions around supply management, something the NDP has already started raising at committee.

With disagreements between provinces over how quota is allocated and anger over recent concessions made in international trade agreements, reforming supply management is a political fireball few MPs likely want to touch with an election just around the corner. Whether this debate can be avoided, though, remains to be seen.

Kelsey Johnson is a reporter with iPolitics, www.ipolitics.ca.

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Beef strategy may need new check-off plan CATTLE CALL

Land ownership will dominate ag discussions EDITORIAL NOTEBOOK

ROSS MACDONALD

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MICHAEL RAINE MANAGING EDITOR

FARM MANAGEMENT

and ownership has been the stabilizing force in western Canadian agriculture. It’s an asset that producers can bank on when margin cycles turn against them and provide income when age and health problems catch up with them.

Land is what allows prairie farms to continue as traditional, family enterprises.

Lenders know that farmers will do whatever is necessary to maintain ownership of the property they post as collateral for loans, which reduces risk to banks’ earnings and less management on behalf of their investors.

It also creates a steady stream of revenue for these institutions.

Government doesn’t like to discuss the true value of farming to Canadian society because it might be asked to provide stabilizing investments into farms to support the land’s management as a natural resource. Those are European and American models.

Why burden Canadian taxpayers when farmers will do it at their own expense?

The general public, 98 percent nonfarmers, have shown an increasing tendency to think of farmland as something that should be protected from exploitive activities, which in some cases includes farming.

Global agencies often describe farmland as shrinking or being depleted. As well, public opinion often makes a connection between nutrition and land in parts of the world where population densities and food imports are high.

Farmland is also associated with wealth. The very wealthy are buying it at an accelerated rate as a multigenerational hedge against undependable equity markets and hunger. As a result, it should be of no surprise that farmland ownership is a political issue.

Competing interests support land prices.

Governments, which are among those interests, use foreign ownership rules to limit that competition in the name of sovereignty and the public good. These rules also keep land affordable for farmers.

However, the rules are under constant pressure.

Free market idealists suggest that restrictions impede investment and growth, which might be the case if Canada’s main competitors in food production practiced free market economics. But they don’t.

Hopefully, looming elections will provide a chance for farmers to reach out to the rest of the country and the next crop of would-be legislators. michael.raine@producer.com

dynamic and profitable cattle industry is the vision that was identified in the recently released National Beef Cattle Industry Strategy.

The industry-authored document is a broad based, ambitious strategy with great timing, now that increased profits in the beef and cattle industry have put a spring in the step of everyone involved.

The national strategy has set the following goals : enhance beef demand, reduce production cost disadvantages, increase production efficiency and increase connectivity.

The key assumption underlying these goals is that an increased global beef demand will allow Canadian production to supply more of that demand. This approach seems to fit nicely within the aggressive nature of the federal government’s global trade policy.

The latest BSE discovery has shown few signs that will affect this demand.

The Canadian Cattleman’s Association, the National Cattle Feeders Association, the Canadian Beef Breeds Council, Canada Beef Inc., the Beef Cattle Research Council and the provincial cattle organizations are to be commended for coming together to outline a strategy, set specific outcomes and suggest an oversight body for monitoring and evalu-

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Canada’s National Beef Cattle Industry Strategy sets goals to expand the country’s cattle sector, but declining check-off dollars and maintaining market access are obstacles. | FILE PHOTO ation. The strategic nature of the process and the follow-up required as the process evolves over the next five years will hopefully lead to a stronger Canadian beef industry.

However, this strategic effort will come at a cost.

The strategy states that “the Canadian beef industry has moved into a new price range that can and needs to be sustained in order to create the returns necessary to stabilize and grow our cattle numbers.”

However, the level of provincial and national check-off money collected to fund such efforts is at a 20 year low.

As well, obtaining market access is only the beginning of the cost of export markets. Maintaining market

access also comes at a cost.

Part of the strategic process will hopefully allow for evaluation of created value created relative to the costs incurred, especially because some of the export markets appear to be teetering on the edge of recession.

Many of the upcoming provincial cattle association meetings will likely include discussions about increasing cattle marketing checkoffs. Beef Farmers of Ontario has already approved a $1 increase that became effective Nov. 1.

In the West, the momentum and corresponding check-off money have often come first out of Alberta.

However, the current divided state of Alberta’s checkoff may not allow

that province to set the pace as it has in the past.

In what has been called the best of times for the cattle industry, the organizations that exist to promote the industry are being asked to be more strategic with limited funds. This is largely delayed fallout from living through what could be described as the worst of times.

The debate to increase checkoffs may be fierce, but the outcome will hopefully generate support for a strong strategy. It’s a strategy that may prove more valuable when the best of times are in our rear-view mirror.

Ross Macdonald, M.Sc., P.Ag., ranches in southern Saskatchewan.

Examine fixed costs to improve profitability HURSH ON AG

KEVIN HURSH

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ost farms could benefit from putting more time and effort into analyzing costs, particularly fixed costs.

Marketing and agronomics both receive a lot of attention. Figuring out ways to grow more bushels and sell them for a better price is at the essence of being a farmer.

Figuring out ways to spend less isn’t as much fun.

Just look at how many marketing and agronomic presentations you can attend over the winter, and compare that to the number of meetings devoted to cost analysis.

Most market analysts say that knowing your cost of production

should be the starting point for a marketing plan, but the concept can be a tough sell.

“Why should I work out my cost of production?” a farmer asked at a recent conference.

“I try to keep costs as low as possible, and I sell as high as I can.”

When producers do work out their cost of production, it’s typically a gross margin calculation. Various cropping options at various yield and price scenarios are compared, but only production costs are considered.

Gross return minus production costs, including seed, fertilizer and crop protection products, provides a contribution margin. This is how much you have to cover your fixed costs and provide a profit.

Fixed costs receive the least analysis.

Bob Tosh, a business adviser at MNP, recently told a session during Agri-Visions in Lloydminster that the biggest change he has seen over the past seven years is the increase in fixed costs. Where $100 an acre used

to be typical, now the number is often around $190 an acre.

Tosh says it isn’t unusual to see equipment and labour costs of $140 an acre. Professional fees are often $10 an acre, especially if a producer is using an agronomic service. Land costs, including cash rents, interest on debt and building depreciation, can add another $40 an acre.

Some producers will argue that equipment depreciation isn’t a real cost. It’s true that you can live off your depreciation during a few lean years, but it eventually catches up to you.

Farmers should analyze their fixed costs because they vary dramatically from one farm to the next and they’re one part of the income statement over which you can exercise a lot of control.

It isn’t unusual to see fixed costs vary by more than $100 an acre from one farm to the next. In fact, there’s usually a lot more variation in fixed costs than in production costs.

Farms carrying more debt will tend to have higher fixed costs. So will farms with a lot of rented land.

Another big var iance occurs because of equipment.

Add up the current market value of your equipment and divide by your seeded acres. While some producers manage to get their work done with less than $200 an acre in equipment, others are more than $500 an acre.

There can be legitimate reasons for some of this variance, including labour availability and crop mix, but in some cases farms have simply acquired more shiny new paint than they really need.

Producers on coffee row don’t tend to compare their fixed cost numbers or their machinery investment per acre. However, a good accountant with lots of farmer customers should be able to tell you how your fixed costs rate.

The best defence when margins tighten is to be a low cost producer, and that means keeping fixed costs as low as possible.

Kevin Hursh is an agricultural journalist, consultant and farmer. He can be reached by e-mail at kevin@hursh.ca.

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Canadian system is one of the best in the world.

All of this translates into prosperity for farmers. They no longer have to depend on someone else to dribble their money out to them or to tell them how much they can sell.

On the cattle side, livestock prices are at top levels and there is a newfound enthusiasm within the industry.

In spite of Neufeld’s gloomy outlook, there is a lot to be thankful for and excited about in the ag industry.

Contrary to Neufeld’s perspective, I am excited to see pastures back in the control of local patrons groups. As always, local people making local decisions will be best for local communities and in this situation local people are quite capable of taking

care of it themselves. It gives them control for the future.

We are not sitting still on other issues, either. For example, revamping the Canadian Grain Commission to make it more responsive in today’s agricultural environment is also a positive development that will serve farmers well.

There are many parts of the world that are experiencing difficult and troubling times. Here on the Prairies we are blessed to find good news stories on many fronts, if we take the time to look. I’m delighted that agriculture is one of these.

David Anderson, Conservative MP Cypress Hills — Grasslands, Ottawa, Ont.

WHERE ARE THEY? To the Editor: Traditional Canadian conservative values have been well established in our political culture since there was a Canada.

Those traditional values of respect for authority, traditions and institutions, accountability by way of personal responsibility, living within our means and avoiding intergenerational debt, loyalty to ones community and nation can be part of reducing societal dysfunction if practiced.

By his actions, prime minister Stephen Harper has proved that he is definitely not a traditional Canadian Conservative.

DISAPPOINTING RULING To the Editor: On Feb. 6 the Supreme Court of Canada ruling on doctor-assisted suicide was a disappointment.

The Supreme Court of Canada ruled that the federal government has one year to draw up new legislation, therefore at the present time doctor assisted death is a criminal crime. My belief is that life is created

by God and should be respected from conception until natural death.

Since Jan. 28, 1988, the Supreme Court of Canada struck down Section 251 of the Criminal Code to legalize abortion of unborn children from conception until the child is born for any reason.

Now it appears the goal is to implement legislation that will allow doctors to get rid of elderly people and people who have mental and physical disabilities. I was taught that doctors were trained to preserve life rather than kill people. I know as people get older and because of their health condition, (they) could experience pain and suffering. In our present society, with modern technology, we have palliative care including pain management, which would help people receive suitable care to make them more comfortable until their natural death.

Provincial and federal governments should provide more facilities and funding for palliative care across Canada.

I would encourage people to express their concerns by writing a letter, sending emails and phoning their local MLAs and MPs requesting to enact legislation with stringent safeguards and oversights to prevent abuse.

Ted Deneschuk, President, Parkland Right to Life Yorkton, Sask.

AG GOOD NEWS To the Editor: Re: “What A Year,” letter to the editor from Joyce Neufeld (WP Jan. 15) It is unfortunate that Neufeld is so negative about agriculture at a time when the industry has never been stronger. The new freedom farmers have had to market their grain has opened new doors and opportunities around the world.

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Our established ways of doing things include our Westminster parliamentary system. Canada has the only Westminster Parliament that does not have written rules that limit the powers of the prime minister. Britain, Australia and New Zealand have written rules. Canada only has unwritten conventions — basically, be a gentleman and play fair. Not the Harper style. To be fair, Trudeau and Chretien also took too much power, but not on the scale of Stephen Harper.

We elect a Parliament, not a prime minister and a one-man government. We now have huge omnibus CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

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OPINION » CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS PAGE budget bills that get little debate. We have a bloated Prime Minister’s Office with unelected people who actually run the country, giving MPs their talking points in Parliament and tell civil servants what to do.

The Constitution of Canada says that MPs represent their constituencies. Working for political parties is never mentioned because political parties are not mentioned in the Constitution at all.

MPs become messengers from the PMO rather than messengers from their constituents to the PMO. MPs do not bother to even read the bills that they vote on, receiving their daily voting instructions via pages.

Sober first thought, real debate and amendments? No more. Our Speaker tells us it is Question Period, not Answer Period. Government members do not even have to answer

Opposition questions if they choose not to do so.

This despite the Commons procedural manual stating that “answers must deal with the subject matter raised and be phrased in language that does not provoke disorder in the House.”

Behind the scenes and in Committees, publicly scrappy MPs used to work together to frame legislation with some degree of collective approval. No more. Now it is strictly what our one-man government wants.

Our Constitution and Charter of Rights and Supreme Court are the only barriers at present to his total control. He know ingly pushes through legislation that will likely be challenged constitutionally and spends large amounts of our money on legal fees to tr y get his way.

Respect for authority?

It has been a Canadian tradition

since the time of Conservative prime minister Robert Borden that Canada has a duty to look after its returning military personnel. Now Harper uses our money to argue in court that he does not have such a duty. Respect for traditions and our military?

Accountability was the big Harper slogan in opposition, but once in power we have the most secretive government ever. Parliament has difficulty in finding out how money is being spent. Personal responsibility?

Everyone else in the PMO knew about the cheque Nigel Wright wrote to bail out Duffy, but not Harper.

Really?

We have the largest national debt in our history and a large ecological debt to future generations thanks to a one-track focus on expanding bitumen extraction while demolishing our environmental laws.

The China-Canada “trade” deal gives state-owned Chinese corpora-

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tions the power to challenge and be compensated for loss of expectation of profit if any elected level of government enacts laws that will limit their ability to possibly make a profit. Any challenges will be judged by a secret tribunal outside of Canada. We are stuck with this deal for 31 years. Loyalty to Canadian sovereignty?

The excessive partisanship, win by any means and no co-operation with other parties is an American Republican construct, not a traditional Canadian conservative one. Arthur Finkelstein — attack ad, dirty trick and communications guru for the Republicans, has also been an advisor to Stephen Harper even before he was Conservative leader.

Speak up traditional conservatives — wherever you are. Our country needs you.

Mike Bray, Indian Head, Sask.

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d White produced a news story for the Feb. 19 edition of the paper with the headline, New crop price listing service must prove it is unique. In it, he detailed the Alberta Wheat Commission’s proposed crop price listing website.

When I wrote this column, there was only one comment on the story’s web page, but what I found interesting was that it was by Henry Vos, who is on the board of directors at the Alberta Wheat Commission.

Here is what Vos had to say about the article: “Alberta Wheat Commission goal of this project is to collect data assembled in context of specific grades, proteins spreads and deferred bids.

“Data in this format is not publicly available and creates challenges for farmers and for a properly functioning marketplace.

“Grain marketers and subscription services create true value in the interpretation of the data. Farmers would not remain loyal or subscribe to these services if they only received pages of data.

“We will not be providing interpretation services and as such not competing with the private sector market advisory services.”

As I mentioned in the previous column, the news articles that The Producer publish are often just the beginning of the dialogue that occurs between people who use our information services.

In the above example, where Vos clarifies the intention of the Alberta Wheat Commission in creating the crop price listing website, we have someone with an insider’s view of the project who has added extra information to the story.

What I like about the ability to comment directly on stories is that anyone can ask for clarification or provide more information to others who read the comment sections.

Our journalists use their training and experience to cover the many issues facing producers today.

However, some topics have too many facets to completely cover in one story.

User-generated dialogue can help flush out ideas and questions raised by our articles.

The Producer’s comment sections on the website are places where people can discuss story specific issues. You can let your opinion be seen by some of the thousands of people who frequent our website.

However, you should be ready to respond to other commentators, who may address your comment.

Now that Vos has stepped forward in the public forum of our comment section, other people can comment on his note. They can critique it, support it or even ask Vos for additional information. He might respond, as people often do when they put their name to the comments they write. robin.booker@producer.com

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BY ED WHITE WINNIPEG BUREAU

Don’t trust grain bin moisture meters when it gets cold, says a grain drying expert from North Dakota State University.

Ken Hellevang said that’s because they stop working accurately and leave farmers with false impressions of what kind of grain they have in store. “There are many things that can fool the moisture meter,� he told the CropConnect conference in Winnipeg Feb. 17.

When the temperature drops to around freezing, “there’s almost a certainty that the meter is not going to be accurate.�

That can lead to misreadings of two to four percentage points of moisture, which is a dangerous amount by which to be wrong.

He said an incorrect moisture reading is just one of the risks that farmers face when storing grain.

Farmers need to begin drying as soon as possible after harvest because every degree lower in temperature cuts the ability of the air to dry grain.

Every 11C drop in temperature roughly halves the amount of moisture that air can carry, so farmers need to use warm air soon before the chill of winter strikes.

Hellevang said there’s not much point continuing to aerate grain once it gets down to freezing because drying occurs extremely slowly. Grain stores well over winter at the freezing point and can be dried in the spring. “I keep getting calls from guys who are running fans when it is extremely cold outside and my comment is always that 20 below F (-30 C) is no better than 20 above F (-6 C).�

However, farmers shouldn’t rush to fire up the fans on the first nice day of spring, Hellevang said. They should wait until the temperature will consistently be 4 C before beginning spring aeration to avoid being hit by spring cold shots. That would leave the grain warmed but not drying. “If we run the fan for a day, then shut the fan off because it’s cooled off, and leave the sunflowers sitting there at 50 degrees (10 C), we have in-creased the speed at which it spoils,� said Hellevang.

He gave short shrift to the theory, promoted earlier in the day by retired electrical engineering professor Ron Palmer and a handful of others in recent years, that using only cold night air is better than using warm day air to dry and protect grain. “It totally contradicts science. It totally contradicts reality,� said Hellevang in an interview. “It doesn’t work that way.�

He said moisture meter misreadings in cold temperatures can be mitigated by taking samples of grain out of the bin, warming them to room temperature for six to 12 hours in a sealed container and then measuring the moisture content. ed.white@producer.com

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Suppliers must meet specific criteria

BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

RED DEER — McDonald’s is ready to test its sustainability program on Canadian farms.

It also wants Canada to know other countries are anxious to join the movement and get McDonald’s business, company executives told the Alberta Beef Industry Conference, which was held in Red Deer Feb. 18-20.

“Keep in mind we will get it from somewhere. We wanted it to be Canada, but it will be somewhere,” said Michele Banik-Rake, McDonald’s director of sustainability for the worldwide supply chain.

A lengthy set of criteria has been developed and workshops will be held with participating producers to make sure they are feasible, said Jeffrey Fitzpatrick-Stilwell of McDonald’s Canada.

Participants need to show how natural resources are used, demonstrate good animal welfare and health, show efficiency and innovation and take care of people and the wider community.

Producers also need to participate in the national verified beef program.

A scoring system is likely to be used to show that certain thresholds are met.

“There has got to be a threshold,” said Banik-Rake.

“Those criteria have to be met in order to be a sustainable system.”

McDonald’s has hired the company Where Food Comes From to assess what is happening on suppliers’ farms and verify practices.

Other countries are also interested in joining.

Brazil established a sustainable beef round table eight years ago, and Europe is releasing its new sustainability standards in March.

These only apply to the farm, while in Canada all sectors are involved from the farm to the processors.

A three month pilot is planned, and the concept will be released it to the public this summer.

The European Union is in a good position because it has an excellent traceability system. McDonald’s Europe allows only three movements of an animal after it is born, which the trace-back system can verify, said Banik-Rake.

As well, EU suppliers must be members of one of the recognized quality assurance schemes offered through the United Kingdom and the continent through retail value chains or farmer organizations.

Australia and New Zealand are also watching Canada and want to get on board.

“New Zealand is really anxious to learn what we are doing in Canada, and they want to start a project,” she said. barbara.duckworth@producer.com

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Canada has approved a new label for Zilmax.

The Canadian Veterinary Drug Directorate allows the beta agonist additive from Merck Animal Health to be fed to cattle weighing at least 450 kilograms at a lower dose than previously recommended.

The product was pulled from the market in 2013 following reports of lameness in slaughter cattle. Major packing companies refused to accept cattle fed the product.

Under the new terms of use, cattle feeders will receive new directions on how to mix it into feed rations. A lower dose of 60 milligrams of the active ingredient zilpaterol hydrochloride is allowed through multiple feedings in a day.

It must be thoroughly mixed into feed before use and cannot be fed as top dressing.

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Products such as Zilmax and its counterpart, Optaflexx by Elanco, whose main component is ractopamine, have been proven to improve weight gains, especially in steers, said Gabriel Ribeiro, a researcher at Agriculture Canada in Lethbridge.

Studies showed Zilmax could add as much as 33 pounds to the final carcass weight because of the greater muscle mass.

Opptaflex added seven to 20 lb. more, he said at the Alberta Beef Industry Conference held in Red Deer Feb. 18-20.

The added lean gain has an advantage of $15 to $40 per head extra.

“The value of this technology will vary with carcass price, so if you have a higher carcass price, you will have a higher value,” he said. barbara.duckworth@producer.com

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Is it time to relax land ownership restrictions?

Saskatchewan’s decision to allow the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board to invest in the province has raised the ire of farmers and reignited the divisive farmland ownership debate. | BY SEAN PRATT, SASKATOON NEWSROOM

Kindersley, Sask., farmer Deb Smith thinks foreign investment in the province’s farmland would sound the death knell for rural Saskatchewan. | WILLIAM DEKAY PHOTO

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EB SMITH’S blood boils when she thinks of her son having to compete with a $234 billion pension fund to buy a parcel of farmland.

That is what could happen in the wake of the recent ruling by the Saskatchewan Farm Land Security Board that the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board is eligible to buy land in the province.

“I just get sideways on it,” said the farmer from Kindersley, Sask.

“It annoys me to no end that (the government is) being this stupid.”

Smith said outside investors such as the investment board, which recently bought 115,000 acres of farmland from Assiniboia Farmland Limited Partnership for $128 million, are artificially inflating land prices and keeping regular farmers from expanding their operations.

“We have got a huge amount of acres in this province being sold to complete outsiders that have nothing to do with our communities,” she said.

Smith wants the province to return to an era when only Saskatchewan people were allowed to own farmland in the province.

She is sick of watching wealthy Alberta investors snap up much of the available farmland around Kindersley.

“They don’t live here. They don’t contribute to the community. None of their families are here,” she said.

“Why are we selling our most valuable resource to investors like that?”

Norm Hall, president of the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan, said his membership is split on whether they want Canadian institutional inves-

tors such as the investment board bidding on farmland.

“It all depends on the age of the member that we talk to,” he said.

“You look at the guys that are looking to get out, they’re wanting to get as much (money) as possible. Of course the guys that are coming in, they want to get it as cheap as possible.”

Farmers do agree that they don’t want the rules opened up to allow investment by non-Canadians.

“By far the majority are in favour of keeping it Canadian, the way it is,” he said.

Farmers don’t want to see land snapped up by foreign investors who are more interested in shipping grain back home than they are in value-added processing, and they don’t want to compete for land with well-financed foreigners.

Tightening farm ownership laws has become the key pre-election issue for Rick Swenson, leader of the Progressive Conservative Party of Saskatchewan.

Swenson is calling on the province to introduce immediate legislative changes.

Saskatchewan agriculture minister Lyle Stewart has heard the complaints about the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board purchase and is taking steps to close loopholes in the Saskatchewan Farm Security Act that are allowing institutions such as the investment board to make inroads in the province.

National Post columnist Jesse Kline recently lambasted the Saskatchewan Party government for retreating from its fiscal conservative roots and adopting Liberal CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

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CANADIAN LAND AND BUILDING PRICES

PROVINCE

RESTRICTIONS ON FOREIGN OWNERSHIP

Saskatchewan farmland is a bargain compared to other Canadian provinces but it is starting to catch up. The value of Saskatchewan farmland and buildings increased 90 percent in the five years between 2008 and 2013, which is more than any other jurisdiction.

British Columbia

No restriction on foreign ownership. Uses of land in the Agricultural Land Reserve are regulated by the Agricultural Land Commission.

Alberta

Subject to certain exceptions for commercial ventures (including limited natural resource extraction or processing and residential development), non-residents and foreign-controlled corporations can own up to 20 acres of agricultural land.

Saskatchewan

Non-residents and foreign entities can own up to 10 acres of Saskatchewan farmland. Entities that are partially foreign-owned but controlled by Saskatchewan residents or their farming corporations can own up to 320 acres.

Manitoba

Non-residents and foreign entities can own up to 40 acres of farmland.

Ontario

No restriction on foreign ownership. Uses of prime agricultural areas are regulated by planning authorities acting pursuant to the 2005 Provincial Policy Statement.

Value of farmland plus buildings in 2013 ($/acre): 2008

2013

B.C.

$4,355

$5,060

Alta.

$1,381

$1,934

Sask.

$463

$881

Man.

$804

$1,388

Ont.

$4,750

$8,417

Que.

$2,635

$4,231

Atlantic

$1,832

$2,221

CANADA

$1,421

$2,227

The average value of U.S. cropland in 2014 was

4,100

$

per acre ($US)

Quebec Source: gowlings.com

Source: Statistics Canada | MICHELLE HOULDEN GRAPHICS

protectionist policies.

He doesn’t believe farmers deserve special treatment. Instead, he thinks the province should allow anybody to buy Saskatchewan farmland, regardless of where they live.

Kline said it would be good for the farm economy.

Investors want to make money and they do that by making farms more efficient and productive. They would inject billions of dollars of muchneeded capital into the province’s agriculture sector.

He said it would make land harder to buy for young farmers, but it would help retiring farmers who are being forced to sell their farmland at bargain basement prices.

“A truly fiscally conservative government would have the gumption to tell farmers that they will have to deal with the same market forces as other businesses,” he wrote.

Dan Patterson, who was general manager of the Farm Land Security Board between 1988 and 2010, thinks that is folly.

“Isn’t that kind of promoting the interest of those that are leaving versus those that want to stay?” he said.

Patterson believes there are benefits to having undervalued land prices because it means lower land payments and lower rents. The result is improved profit margins that can keep farmers afloat during difficult times.

“Keeping these huge institutional investors out of our farmland makes our farming more efficient,” he said.

The New Democratic Party ushered in Saskatchewan’s farm ownership legislation in 1974. Alberta and Manitoba quickly followed suit.

The province was worried about the vertical integration occurring in the depressed farm sector and the large landholdings being amassed by companies such as Marathon Realty.

“They thought that represented a peril to Saskatchewan’s way of doing things,” said Patterson.

The legislation was met with resistance from growers looking to retire and from the corporate sector.

“It has always been a controversial issue,” he said.

The original legislation restricted ownership to Saskatchewan residents. That changed in 2002 when David Dutcyvich, a British Columbia resident, threatened to take the province to court for violating the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

“The government at that time concluded that they would probably lose that charter argument that gives Canadians the right of mobility and so forth,” said Patterson.

The province amended the act to allow investment by Canadians but restricted landholdings to 10 acres for non-Canadians.

Patterson is convinced outsiders would gobble up billions of dollars of land if those restrictions were eliminated.

He recalled conversations with foreigners wanting to buy large tracts of land when he was head of the security board.

There was the rich American who wanted to buy a million acres in the province. When he was told the rules wouldn’t allow that, he asked Patterson how he could get around the rules.

There was the head of a big vegetable oil trading firm in Hong Kong who was touring the world looking for a minimum of one million acres of farmland for growing canola.

“He was just amazed at what he found here. It was just the perfect scenario — all this fertile land, a politically stable country, infrastructure and technology,” said Patterson.

And then there was a conversation with an intergovernmental affairs official who had been approached by a Chinese government official offering to buy one million acres in southern Saskatchewan.

“Someone asked them who would they have farm the land. They said, ‘well, the Red Army would come over and farm it,’ ” said Patterson.

Bob Lane, president of Lane Realty Corp., also believes a stampede of foreign investment would occur if the rules were relaxed.

“If the ownership law was opened to the rest of the world, then we could sell Saskatchewan four times over before five o’clock this afternoon,” he said.

“There are incredible masses of money in the world that would love to be safe and secure in western Canadian agriculture.”

Patterson said investor interest in farmland ratcheted up in the mid2000s when companies started turning large quantities of crops such as corn and soybeans into fuel. Crops quickly became an energy commodity, which appealed to Wall Street.

Interest intensified with the global financial crisis of 2008, which prompted investors to acquire assets with long-term growth prospects.

Patterson said the province’s land laws have increasingly come under attack by corporations, pension funds and hedge funds, which have devised creative ways to circumvent the legislation.

The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board case was the first hole in the dike. The next one could be the case involving Skyline Agriculture Financial Corp.

Skyline says it was approached by a group of Saskatchewan farmers looking for a more flexible form of financing to buy land. Skyline insists it is a financial institution that will not own or operate farmland in the province.

The company, which has a history of offering innovative financing packages to the mining sector, wants to raise $50 to $100 million a year over the next decade to lend to farmers around the world to buy farmland.

Skyline recently financed the purchase of 16 acres of Saskatchewan farmland as a test to see if its complicated model involving mortgages, swaps and derivatives complies with the province’s land laws.

The Farm Land Security Board ruled that Skyline would be the true owner of the land despite its claims that farmers would own it. That violates the law because Skyline is partially financed by American investors.

Skyline took the province to court and is awaiting a ruling.

Michel Leduc, senior managing director of public affairs for CPPIB, said its investment in Assiniboia Farmland will support the family farm in what has become an extremely capital intensive business.

Non-residents and foreign-controlled entities must get permission to buy more than about 10 acres of agricultural land from the Commission de la protection du territoire agricole du Québec.

attractive to investors because it sells for a fraction of the price of land in other jurisdictions in North America.

The average value of farmland and buildings in the province was $881 per acre in 2013, according to Statistics Canada, compared to $1,388 per acre in Manitoba and $1,934 per acre in Alberta. The average value of just cropland in the United States last year was $4,100 per acre.

Investors are looking to generate returns in the four to six percent per year range, which they do by renting out the land they buy. It is easier to generate those returns on a quarter section bought in Saskatchewan for $250,000 than one in Alberta bought for $500,000.

Sa s k at c h e w a n f a r m l a n d w a s undervalued for decades because of the laws forbidding out-of-province investment. Land values are starting to catch up in the wake of the 2002 amendment allowing all Canadians to buy farmland in the province.

However, Alberta land still sells for

straightened out,” he said.

Lorenz believes investors from the United States, China and India are buying large tracts of land using the technique.

“Give me a break. What’s going on here?”

The province hired a special investigator to look into Canadian-fronted foreign capital investments, who delved into two land deals and found no wrongdoing in either case.

Hall is not impressed that the province looked into only two cases because farmers suspect there are many more.

Smith doesn’t care if the money is coming from China, Europe or Alberta. She considers it all to be foreign investment and is annoyed that the government didn’t have the “backbone” to allow the charter challenge to go to court in 2002.

“If they want to own land in this province, I say they have to live here and contribute to our communities,”

It is easier for investors to generate returns of four to six percent per year by renting out a quarter section bought in Saskatchewan for $250,000 instead of one in Alberta bought for $500,000.

“We can offer partnerships that allow farmers to expand their operations and maximize economies of scale without risking their own farms; provide opportunities to monetize part or all of the family investment while continuing to manage the farmland if they wish and create buyout opportunities for farmers who may have difficulty finding a buyer when they wish to retire,” he said in an e-mail.

Leduc said CPPIB has no intention of engaging in land speculation.

“We expect to hold these assets for multiple generations and see ourselves as a long-term responsible custodian of farmland in Saskatchewan.

We provide patient capital to facilitate the improvement of the farmland, production output and the livelihoods of those working in the sector.”

Leduc added that CPPIB has no plan to amass huge holdings of farmland in the province.

“We see farmland as a global asset opportunity,” he said.

Skyline declined to be interviewed for this story.

Patterson said the Skyline case is a prime reason why farmland ownership legislation is more critical and relevant today than it has ever been.

He applauded the provincial government for announcing it intends to amend the legislation to tighten loopholes.

Wally Lorenz, a ReMax real estate agent from North Battleford, Sask., said Saskatchewan farmland is

a hefty premium because of the oil and gas sector, a larger population, more Hutterite colonies and the expansive feedlot industry.

Lane said Canadian investor interest in Saskatchewan farmland peaked four or five years ago with high grain prices, but it has died down considerably because land prices have risen too high and it’s tougher to charge high rents when grain prices are collapsing.

“The real glow has come off of that whole rush and that whole boom thing. It’s over,” he said.

Farmers worried about a rumoured wave of Chinese investment in Saskatchewan farmland can relax.

“These were Chinese Canadians living in Vancouver and Toronto and they bought a lot of poor land,” he said.

Now their leases are up and they’re finding it hard to generate the kinds of rent they need to make a decent return on their investment.

“They’ll wish that they never heard of Saskatchewan,” said Lane, who has been selling farmland for 32 years.

Lorenz doesn’t have a problem with investors such as the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board buying farmland in the province because it is money that is invested on behalf of Canadians across the country.

What he does take issue with is what he calls the “shell game” purchases of farmland, in which a Canadian principal buys land with money that came from outside the country.

“That’s the one they’ve got to get

she said.

“There’s a lot of farmers really irritated about this.”

Smith wants today’s government to go back to the pre-2002 era when only Saskatchewan residents were eligible to own farmland in the province.

“We’re a province so rich in resources. Why are we selling them off?”

She believes foreign investment in the province’s farmland will be the death knell for rural Saskatchewan.

“If this government doesn’t want any more farmers in the province, they’re heading in a good direction,” said Smith.

Patterson doubts the province will ever go back to the Saskatchewan resident approach because of the prospect of another charter challenge.

On the other hand, he doubts premier Brad Wall’s government or any future government will ever open up ownership to non-Canadians because that would be political suicide.

“It would be difficult, particularly for a government that is very connected to rural Saskatchewan, to contemplate doing something like that,” he said. sean.pratt@producer.com

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Island cattle producers seek B.C. niche Ranchers want to build a Vancouver Island beef brand and promote unique attributes to attract local consumers

BY KAREN MORRISON SASKATOON NEWSROOM

COURTENAY, B.C. — Vancouver Island cattle producers hope to overcome their isolation from the mainland and find their own voice by creating a regional chapter of the British Columbia Cattlemen’s Association this spring.

Angus producer Brad Chappell of Courtenay, B.C., said island ranchers are currently grouped with a mainland region of the provincial association, but a separate island region could help them draw attention to their specific concerns and have access to association programs.

“We need that umbrella organization working on their behalf,” he said in an interview during the Islands Agriculture Show, which was held in Courtenay Feb. 13-14.

The average herd size on Vancouver Island averages 100, but some herds have 400 head.

Chappell said a group of producers representing 1,300 head is working with the B.C. agriculture ministry to explore niche markets. There is demand for grass-fed beef, he added, noting producers’ success with sales to island grocery stores.

Chappell said advances in technology and equipment have allowed producers to grow good forage on poorer land.

He said cattle numbers fell on the island when the Crow rate was abolished because it meant higher freight costs between the island and mainland.

“The killing of the Crow killed off the ability financially for people to feed (livestock) here,” he said.

Urban encroachment on agricultural land and producers who retired without heirs to take over their farms also led to the decline.

It has previously not paid for producers to improve herds with better genetics because any premium they received disappeared in freight costs.

“They weren’t getting the value they needed,” he said.

Kevin Boon, general manager of the provincial cattlemen’s association, sees an opportunity to double or triple cattle numbers on the island and welcomes new members.

“I don’t care if you run 10 or 10,000 head,” he said.

Boon also said money from the long-disbanded island chapter is available for a new chapter to use on branding. A verified beef program could be an effective marketing tool, he added.

Boon said the provincial association can play a role in advocating for island producers and working with government.

“It’s not just for you today but how to keep you involved so your (next

TOP: Gunter Bros. Meat Co. is a provincially and federally inspected abattoir and processing plant used by island livestock producers at Courtenay, B.C. ABOVE: Michaela Hayes wraps cheese at Natural Pastures, one of many agribusinesses highlighted during the Islands Agriculture Show Feb. 13-14.

RIGHT: Matthew Smith of the Saanch Peninsula 4-H Club teaches schoolchildren to grow food by planting beans. | KAREN MORISSON PHOTOS generation) can carry on in a sustainable way and meet the standards society put on us,” said Boon, citing practices to create sustainable grass production, protect riparian areas and maintain habitat for endangered wildlife.

“Being good stewards will give us the social licence to continue.”

Boon said producers on Vancouver Island can capitalize on their mild climate.

“If you don’t have to buy freight, you can offset some of the extra costs (of grain production), “ he said.

He advised producers to capitalize on the grass-fed, local and antibiotic- and hormone-free trends by offering consistency. One way to do that is finishing animals on the same grass variety for the final 60 days.

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Boon recommended using genetics that suit the land base and working with local abattoirs such as Gunter Brothers Meat Co. near Courtenay.

He said island oppor tunities include a captive herd and consumers who want to buy local and support the region’s economy.

“Build an island brand, identify product attributes to meet what the consumer demand is,” he said.

“Find the demand and stick with it.”

He said government funding is needed to improve the industry with marketing projects such as branding island beef and producing videos to play at retail stores.

He noted the power of social media in disseminating information to the masses and said interest among consumers in food and food animal production cannot be ignored.

“At the end of the day, they will believe what they want to believe,” said Boon.

“We have to listen to them.”

Jennifer Woods of J. Woods Livestock Services in Blackie, Alta., encouraged transparency on farms so that their stories can be shared with consumers.

“Make it public,” she said.

Develop farm websites that state farm policies and practices for the public to see, and make sure that animal care practices that focus on the five freedoms are on display at places such as farmers markets.

“You want people to know this is our commitment and this is how we are committed to them,” said Woods.

She suggested education through blogging, school tours, websites and farm tours.

“Open your doors, you have nothing to hide,” she said.

“If you’re not comfortable, ask yourself why. When they begin to feel we are not, that social licence is taken away from us and legislation is put in place.” karen.morrison@producer.com

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RECIPES

Coffee time treats to share with friends 18 cherry rolls and about 30 beignets.

TEAM RESOURCES

SARAH GALVIN, BSHEc

M

y father lives in the Cariboo region of British Columbia, where there is a coffee time ritual. Neighbours take turns hosting and offering their favourite coffee time treat.

Here are some recipes to try. They need to be made just before serving.

BEIGNET Beignet is a staple in New Orleans, where it was made popular by Café du Monde. It should be eaten hot and heavily dusted with powdered sugar.

Beignet dough can do double duty as cherry rolls. I make one recipe of dough and split it in half. It will make

1 1/2 c.

1 tsp.

1 c.

2 large 1 tsp.

1/2 c.

1 c.

1/4 c.

7 c.

envelope active dry yeast warm water 125 mL sugar 5 mL evaporated milk 250 mL eggs, slightly beaten salt 5 mL sugar 125 mL water 250 mL shortening 60 mL flour 1.65 L

Combine yeast, water and sugar in the bowl of a mixer. Let stand five minutes. Add evaporated milk, eggs, salt and sugar.

Heat one cup (250 mL) water until hot, about 115 F (46 C). Stir in shortening until melted. Add to yeast mixture.

Beat at low speed using the paddle attachment, gradually adding four cups of flour until smooth. Gradually add up to three cups (700 mL) more flour, beating until a sticky dough forms.

Transfer to a lightly greased bowl, roll dough to grease top. Cover and chill four hours or keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to one week.

Cherry rolls, apple fritters or beignets can sweeten coffee breaks. | Turn dough out onto a floured surface, roll to 1⁄4-inch (6 mm) thickness.

Cut into 2 1⁄2 inch (6.5 cm) squares.

Pour oil to depth of two to three inches (5 to 7.5 cm) into a Dutch oven and heat to 360 F (182 C). Fry dough, in batches, two to three minutes on

SARAH GALVIN PHOTO

each side or until golden brown. Drain on a wire rack. Dust immediately with lots of powdered sugar.

Serve immediately or keep warm in a 200 F (93 C) oven up to 30 minutes.

CHERRY ROLLS 1 recipe 1 can 1 c.

1 tsp.

1 tbsp.

beignet dough cherry pie filling icing sugar vanilla milk

250 mL 5 mL 15 mL

Gently roll dough between your hands to make a 12 inch (30 cm) rope.

On parchment lined baking sheet, loosely coil each rope. Leave two inches (5 cm) between coiled ropes. Cover with a cloth and set in a warm place.

Let rise one to two hours or until doubled in size.

Preheat oven to 400 F (205 C).

Press the centre of each roll with your fingers until you touch baking sheet.

Make indentations about an inch (2.5 cm) wide. Spoon cherry pie filling into each indentation. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.

In a small bowl, combine powdered sugar, vanilla and milk. Beat until smooth. Drizzle buns with glaze. Serve immediately.

WALNUT APPLE FRITTERS

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I love the doughnut shape of a slice of apple in this fritter. You could also coarsely chop and stir apples into the batter and drop by spoonfuls into hot oil.

1 c. walnuts 250 mL 3/4 c. sugar 175 mL 1 3/4 c. flour 425 mL 1/2 tsp. salt 3 mL a pinch of ground cloves 3/4 – 1 c. buttermilk 175-250 mL 1 large egg oil for deep-frying 6 medium sized firm apples powdered sugar Preheat the oven to 325 F (160 C).

Spread the walnuts on a baking sheet and bake for five minutes until lightly roasted but not too dark. Remove from oven and cool completely.

To prepare the batter, place the cooled toasted walnuts and sugar in a food processor and process until the nuts are ground to a fine powder. Add flour, salt and cloves and pulse a few times to mix.

In a small bowl, lightly whisk the

TIPS TO GOOD COFFEE • A finer grind has more surface area exposed and is good for a short brew like the drip pots. If using a French press where the brew time is longer, a coarser grind will produce better results.

• Don’t let coffee sit on a hot plate.

Transfer it to a thermal carafe to avoid overcooking.

• Grind the beans immediately before you brew.

• Keep brewing equipment clean.

Old sediments can make for rancid flavours.

buttermilk and egg together. With the motor running, slowly add the egg mixture to the nut mixture in the food processor, blending until just incorporated. The batter should be thick but pourable. Transfer batter to a clean bowl and set aside.

Heat oil in an electric deep fat fryer or in a deep frying pan to a temperature of 325 F (160 C). While the oil is heating, prepare apples. Leave the skin on the apples and remove the cores using a corer, leaving the apples whole. Cut each apple into four or five slices and carefully dry.

When the oil is hot, dip each apple slice in the batter until completely covered, then place in batches in the hot oil and deep fry for three to four minutes, turning regularly, until cooked, crisp and golden.

Using a slotted spoon, remove and drain the cooked fritters on a cooling rack placed in a baking sheet. Continue until all rings are cooked. Dust with powdered sugar. Serve immediately.

Sarah Galvin is a home economist, teacher and farmers’ market vendor at Swift Current, Sask., and a member of Team Resources.

She writes a blog at allourfingersinthepie. blogspot.ca. Contact: team@producer.com.

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This is the document that states your wishes for treatment if you need health-care decisions made and are unable to make them yourself.

In most provinces, there is legislation stating who has authority to make health care decisions if a person is unable to make their own.

In Saskatchewan, it is called the Health-Care Directives and Substitute Health-Care Decision Makers Act. That authority goes to the spouse, if any, and if not, to adult children, and so on down the line of relatives so that your nearest relatives would have that general authority.

But if you want to give specific directions on what you want done for you, and you want to pick who will be responsible for seeing those directions are followed, you should consider making a living will.

A living will usually applies to a situation of severe terminal illness

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Often it will state that if one of those things leads to the person being unable to live without the aid of artificial means and unable to communicate their own health-care wishes, they want certain things to happen, or not happen.

In most living wills, they will ask not to be resuscitated. They may ask that only palliative care be given with medication, oxygen, and intravenous fluids administered for the person’s comfort only, not in some heroic effort to keep them alive.

They may request that no respirator or other means be used to keep them alive. Some wills even request they not be tube-fed simply to sustain their life.

The living will names a relative or friend to communicate and carry out the person’s wishes. Some contain directions that if the person’s wishes are not followed, and medical staff

continues to take procedures the person did not want, a court order can be obtained to force such procedures to be stopped.

When you make a living will, it is important to let the right people know you have done so.

If you have a family doctor, give one to him or her. If you live in assisted living or in a nursing home, make sure the administration is aware of it, and you may wish to give them a copy. And be sure the person you have named to carry out your wishes has a copy. Tell your family so they know these are your wishes.

Sometimes it is hard for families to follow these instructions when the death of their loved one is near.

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Garry Stone, left, and Tenho Tuomi ready the 200 millimetre telescope for an evening of star gazing in Stone’s home built observatory on his farm near Strongfield, Sask. | WILLIAM DEKAY PHOTOS HOBBIES

Farmers share common ground, distant galaxies Love of the land turns to love of the skies for time-travelling farmers

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Garry Stone and Tenho Tuomi used to often find their gaze wandering up — way up — while seeding and harvesting.

On tractors and combines, they would shift their focus to infinity, admiring the aurora borealis, the moon and the Milky Way. “It’s something to think about when you’re out on the tractor,” said Stone.

It’s no surprise that they have both found time to turn their attention to astronomy since semi-retiring from farming.

Stone and his wife, Myrna, farm near Strongfield, Sask., while Tuomi and his wife, Velma, farm northwest of Lucky Lake, Sask.

Farmers and astronomers have much in common. Their main seasons are spring and fall and both pay close attention to the weather and rely on cloudless nights.

“If we want to see something in the sky, we have to pay more attention than farming,” Stone said.

“We need clear spots to find things in the skies.”

They said they are the only farmers who belong to the Saskatoon Centre of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada.

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ABOVE: Comet C/2014 Q2 (Lovejoy) appeared to the naked eye for a while, but now must be viewed through binoculars or a telescope. This picture was taken through a 305 mm telescope on Jan. 15.

RIGHT: Stone and Tuomi have much in common as farmers, astronomers and friends.

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“There’s a comet (Lovejoy) around now that’s very popular with everybody,” Tuomi said.

“We’re all concentrating on that because it’s a one-time visitor in our lifetime and we want to see it while it’s still here. It will be back in 8,000 years.”

The farmers met at a club meeting in 2002 and recognized common ground beyond astronomy and farming.

They were both born the same year, both sat on municipal councils and both married women who are nurses and whose maiden names are Dyck (no relation).

As well, both men do much more than just look at the sky.

Stone used skills honed as a cabinetmaker to build functional wooden telescopes in his farm’s workshop that range from a 90 millimetre refractor to 70 mm one.

Tuomi, who is a software developer, wrote a planetarium program to track stars.

As well, both have built homemade observatories a short jog from their house and barn that they can use year round.

Tuomi said gazing up through his 305 mm telescope and focusing on a distant galaxy is like looking for history in the sky.

“Every telescope is a time machine.

It looks back in time. Light that we see from our closest neighbouring spiral galaxy (Andromeda nebula) started from there two and a half million light years ago,” he said.

“We’re time travellers, but I don’t suppose we think about it that way when we look at objects. We read about it and then it hits us that what we were looking at was something ancient.”

Tuomi said he still gets a sense of awe, even after years of studying the cosmos.

“We’re seeing things that no one else can see,” he said.

“Our own galaxy, the Milky Way that we live in, is about 100,000 light years across.”

Added Stone: “The farther away they are, the more you think about it.”

Tuomi said stars are constantly evolving.

“Stars are exploding, others are being born. It’s a constant evolution.”

To view Tuomi’s astrology photographs, visit www.lex.sk.ca/astro/. william.dekay@producer.com

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Goats rejuvenate liking for farm Producer eager to expand milking herd and improve genetics through artificial insemination

BY ROBERT ARNASON BRANDON BUREAU

CALEDON, Ont. — The dairy goats on Jason Lyons’ farm are not shy.

A white goat began trotting across the barn when Lyons entered a pen containing 40 animals. Once close enough, the goat reared up on its hind legs and gently poked Lyons in the chest with its front hoofs.

The goat then tried to give its reluctant partner a kiss as Lyons pulled back his head and laughed.

Meanwhile, another goat snuck up behind a first-time visitor and began chewing on a jacket sleeve.

Lyons said the animals’ curious and mischievous nature is part of the joy of raising goats.

“In my opinion, a goat has 10 times the personality of a dairy cow,” Lyons said on a snowy day in late January on his farm a few kilometres northwest of Brampton, Ont. “I often say, it’s like I have a barn full of dogs.

Lyons never planned to become a goat farmer. He grew up on the family dairy farm with his parents, Dave and Judy, but was apathetic about cows and left home in the late 1990s to become a mechanic.

By 2006, Dave was considering retirement and asked his son about taking over the family farm, which stretches back seven generations to the 1830s.

Lyons had mixed feelings.

Farm life was appealing because he was tired of commuting to work and dealing with cantankerous clients at the garage, but working with cows was not.

His father suggested an alternative. He had an acquaintance, Bruce Vandenberg, who was a dairy goat farmer and cheese-maker in Lindsay, Ont. Lyons took a job at Vandenberg’s farm, Mariposa Dairy, to see if dairy goats were worth pursuing. He quickly developed a connection with goats that he never had with cattle.

“Within three months (of work), I knew I was going to milk my own goats.”

Lyons bought 100 goats from Vandenberg in 2009 and moved back to the family farm near Caledon.

He retrofitted an existing barn and was soon producing goat milk for Vandenberg’s cheese plant.

“If you told me 10 years ago I’d be milking goats, I would’ve laughed at you,” Lyons said, sitting in his office inside the barn as a tabby cat rested on the back of an old sofa, pawing a cushion.

His wife, Kelly, helps with goats during kidding time and when she’s on holidays from teaching school.

Lyons spends a lot of time in the barn because he will soon have 500 g o a t s a n d o n l y o n e p a r t- t i m e employee.

The milk from 10 dairy goats is comparable to the milk from one cow.

A standard day begins at 5 a.m. and

ends around 6 p.m. but becomes much longer than that during kidding season, which typically begins in March.

“Six o’clock (at night) turns into 10 o’clock,” he said.

“I live out here when the goats are having babies.”

Lyons eventually wants to expand his herd to more than 1,000 goats and hire more employees so that he can concentrate on managing the business.

It shouldn’t be difficult to sell the additional goat milk because consumer demand for goat cheese is nearly insatiable.

“Costco’s No. 1 selling cheese in all of North America, out of any type … is a plain, goat (cheese) log,” Lyons said.

“Every year, sales of that cheese grow, on average, by 18 percent….

Cheese sales have just blown up.”

Goat cheese plants in Ontario, such as Woolrich Dairy in Orangeville and Mariposa Dairy in Lindsay, are supplying a substantial chunk of the North American market.

Vandenberg said last year that Ontario probably produces more goat milk than any other state or province in North America.

“In 1990, Ontario produced about two million litres of goat milk and last year (2013) produced 35 million,” he said. “Don’t be surprised if we’re at 50 million litres in the next couple years.”

Lyons said reaching that goal could be more difficult than anticipated because Ontario’s dairy goat industry lacks information on genetics, animal performance and cost of production.

“The opportunities are huge right now,” he said.

“We want all this milk, but how are we going to get there?”

Lyons, who is determined to improve the genetics of his goats, has started an artificial insemination program to breed goats for maximum milk production.

He said milking goats is profitable at prices of 85 to 90 cents per litre, provided producers have high performing animals and know their costs. For example, labour can be pricey on goat farms because it requires more manpower than dairy cows.

“Labour on a goat farm is a lot larger.… It’s pretty much two to one.”

Ontario Goat, a producer’s association, commenced a three year project this winter to establish cost of production benchmarks.

“In the future, the margins for producers will be made more on volume and production efficiencies,” said Ontario Goat president Anton Slingerland.

“It is important that producers have a solid understanding of cost control.”

Lyons is determined to be part of the solution and is convinced he made the right decision eight years ago. robert.arnason@producer.com

A goat jumps to greet Jason Lyons, who runs a dairy goat operation near Caledon, Ont. Lyons grew up on a cow dairy farm but never developed a bond with cattle. He thinks goats have “10 times the personality of a cow.” | ROBERT ARNASON PHOTO

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Study competition but be unique, says farm tour host Do your homework before opening farm gates to the public or the agritourism dream could become a financial nightmare

BY KAREN MORRISON SASKATOON NEWSROOM

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Launching a new farm enterprise should begin long before the first customer arrives, says an agritourism operator.

Amy Ladd, who operates Lucky Ladd Farms at Eagleville, Tennessee, with her husband, Jason, spent a year researching and developing business plans and goals for her petting farm, playground and events venue.

“Look before you leap, re-evaluate your idea, rework ideas and make sure you’re ready to plunge,” she told delegates at the North American Farmers’ Direct Marketing Association annual conference this month.

“Taking time to learn and plan in advance can make a huge difference.”

Ladd said it quickly became appar-

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ent that they needed more land if they wanted to become the state’s largest petting farm. As a result, they moved to a bigger location.

Ladd was moving into a county already full of similar well-developed businesses, so she knew hers had to be unique.

“I want to set myself apart,” Ladd said. “Our niche was animals.”

One hundred percent of profits were reinvested into the business during the first three years, while the family lived modestly.

The farm was self-sustaining by 2011 with numbers steadily growing to as many as 2,000 visitors daily and up to 83 employees during busy times.

Ladd visited the competition before opening, something she continues to do. She said it’s important to monitor other attractions and new ideas to see how they’re attracting business, check out what’s not working and ensure her attractions do not copy others.

“As customers, you see what customers are drawn to,” said Ladd.

“Model after a business doing things right.”

The Ladds opened in 2009, initially just in the fall.

“It’s great to dream, but if you don’t implement the plan, it’s just a dream,” she said.

They tested the waters with church

groups and gradually added animals and attractions to attract more schools and area residents.

Ladd earmarked money for marketing, brochures, broadcast and print advertising and a website, luckyladdfarms.com.

She advised against listing everything on the website so that visitors get more than they expected at the farm.

She also recommended providing an adequate comfort level for guests.

“They want to come to a farm but don’t want to smell the farm. They

GETTING STARTED: • Develop an idea: who, what, when and why.

• Research and evaluate feasibility, competition, differentiation.

• Implementation: Prioritize, set goals and budget, build in flexibility. want the convenience of the city with a farm experience,” said Ladd. karen.morrison@producer.com

Workshops and farm tours were part of the North American Farmers’ Direct Marketing Association conference in Tennessee, where liability legislation is in place for agritourism. | KAREN MORRISON PHOTOS DIRECT MARKETING

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KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A Tennessee law enacted in 2009 prevents agritourism professionals from being held liable for injury or death of a participant caused by inherent farm dangers.

It does not stop people from filing a suit if injured, but it does require them to prove the injury was caused by something other than an inherent risk in the activity to recover damages from the farm.

Susan Ingraham, who direct markets beef and offers an events centre at Tap Root Farm in Franklin, Tennessee, called her state pro-farm.

At the North American Farmers’ Direct Marketing Association conference she said farmers are required to post signs clearly advising patrons of the agritourism liability law.

“You still have to buy insurance.

The sign does not keep them from suing,” Ingraham said.

Marsha Salzwedel, a youth agricultural safety specialist with the National Farm Medicine Centre, recommended making farm attractions as safe as possible by using protective coverings under play structures, posting emergency contact information and creating a first aid station.

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“If posting signs and doing safety talks, then you’ve done your due diligence,” she said.

Salzwedel said operators should also keep good records of incidents on the farm.

Such liability legislation is not in place in Canada,but Quebec farm market operator Philippe Quinn of La Ferme Quinn said it could help make people more aware while visiting a farm.

“It’s a good thing but not an excuse to not be overseeing all potential dangers, and it doesn’t alleviate all liability at all,” he said.

Several U.S. states have enacted legislation in recent years to limit the liability of agritourism operators with regard to the dangers, hazards or conditions inherent to their agritourism activities. karen.morrison@producer.com

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Celebrating its 35th year, Canada’s Outstanding Young Farmers’ program is an annual competition to recognize farmers that exemplify excellence in their profession and promote the tremendous contribution of agriculture, and rural Canada. Demonstrating leadership in the agricultural industry, nominees are judged according to the following criteria: • Progress made in their agriculture career • Environmental and safety practices • Crop and livestock production history • Financial and management practices • Contributions to the well-being of their community, province, nation The 2015 winner will be selected at the Saskatchewan regional event being held in Regina from June 18-19. The winner will be announced at a luncheon on June 19th at Canada’s Farm Progress Show. They will then represent Saskatchewan at the National Awards Program, to be held in Edmonton, AB in November. The 2014 Saskatchewan Outstanding Young Farmers, Aaron and Adrienne Ivey from Ituna, represented Saskatchewan at the National Event held last November in Quebec City, QC.

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NEW MEMBERS JOIN CANOLA PRODUCERS BOARD Lee Markert of Vulcan has been elected chair of the Alberta Canola Producers Commission.

Greg Sears of Sexsmith is vice-chair.

Three new directors include Steve Marshman of Strathmore, Dale Uglem of Bawlf and John Guelly of Westlock.

A full list of committee chairs and directors with their contact information can be found at albertacanola.com.

AGRITOURISM SAFETY WEBSITE UPGRADED Website updates at www. safeagritourism.com provide new information activities and safety resources for integrating safety in agritourism.

The updates were made as a result of a national survey of agritourism operators by the National Children’s Center for Rural and Agricultural Health and Safety.

It found that safety strategies can increase fun and minimize liability.

The most common agritourism activities are farm markets, tourseducational activities, hay-sleigh rides, pumpkin patches, U-pick produce and play areas.

Other topics of interest were insurance, emergency planning, employee training and supervision of visitors.

Most of those who participated in the survey listed the internet as their preferred method of accessing information, followed by conferences-meetings (62 percent), print (52 percent) and mobile apps (15 percent).

Most operators want ready-to-print signs such as directional, handwashing and do not enter.

GRAIN FARMERS OF ONTARIO GET NEW CHAIR Mark Brock is the new chair of Grain Farmers of Ontario. He replaces Henry Van Ankum.

Brock has been vice-chair since 2012.

Mark Huston and Markus Haerle are vice-chairs, while Scott Persall will be an executive member.

CROP INSURANCE DEADLINE NEAR March 31 is the interim application deadline for crop insurance from the Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corp.

This includes applying, reinstating, canceling or making changes to the 2015 crop insurance contract, as well as all crops to be insured and coverage levels.

Producers also need to report added or deleted land from their contract.

Customers with outstanding balances who want insurance for 2015 have until March 31 to make payment arrangements.

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Soybean research targets Sask. fields Last season’s test plots at Indian Head, Sask., were damaged by an early September frost

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WHITE CITY, Sask. — Data is now in from the first year of a soybean research project at the Indian Head Agricultural Research Foundation that is providing information specific to Saskatchewan growers.

Th e prov in ce’s f a r m e r s hav e expanded their soybean acreage the past few years but are relying largely on information from the United States and other provinces.

Long-term soybean studies at the research foundation are intended to remedy that. They are funded by both the public and private sectors.

Research manager Chris Holzapfel said industry-funded variety trials on the research farm increased from one in 2012 to six in 2013 and 11 last year, which accounts for 20 percent of the foundation’s small plot work.

Early frost on Sept. 9-10 affected most of the plots, he told farmers at an IHARF seminar.

“None of the pods had started to turn colour,” he said. “ “They really could have benefited from an extra couple of weeks.”

He estimated that 20 to 30 percent of yield potential was lost because of the frost. The seeds were small and yields averaged slightly more than 20 bushels per acre.

Seeding date trials compared three soybean varieties with field peas, fababeans and canola. The crops were planted on three dates beginning as early in May as possible and ending in early June, Holzapfel said.

The earliest date was May 17, and the soybeans yielded 20 bu. per acre compared to 40 to 45 bu. per acre for canola, 20 bu. for field peas and 90 bu. for fababeans.

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Until now, Saskatchewan soybean growers have had to rely largely on information from the United States and other provinces. | FILE PHOTO here,” he said.

Yields climbed steadily up to two times the label rate for the inoculant, and Holzapfel recommended using at least that much.

Half of the plots were also treated with Headline fungicide, which did not affect yield.

He said a fertility trial produced the most surprising results. Side banded starter nitrogen of 50 pounds per acre caused a substantial yield boost : from 17 bu. per acre without it to 24 bu. per acre with it.

Holzapfel said the typical school of thought is soybeans don’t need nitrogen.

“After last year I guess I have more questions than answers,” he said.

One of those questions is whether the nitrogen replaced adequate inoculation.

The trial also included side banded and seed placed phosphorus from zero to 36 lb. per acre.

“Soybeans are considered to be a crop that can handle high rates of seed placed fertilizer, but we weren’t

able to pick up any effects whatsoever of seed placed versus side band at the rates that we’ve chosen,” he said.

There was a strong response to phosphorus as yields climbed by 35 percent.

A seeding rate and depth trial examined rates of 61,000 to 340,000 seeds per acre at a shallow depth of .75 inches and 1.5 inches.

“Depth did not affect emergence, but rate certainly did,” said Holzapfel.

“We had a strong linear increase all the way up to the highest rate that we put down.”

Stressful weather conditions might have played a role, and he said not everyone could afford to plant the highest rates.

He also said the plants yielded significantly larger seeds when seeded at the shallower depth. That said, all the seeds were small because of the frost.

A row spacing trial from 10 to 24 inches at seeding rates of 162,000 and 243,000 seed per acre saw a slight gradual decline in plant density as row spaces widened.

Holzapfel said that isn’t unusual, but he was surprised by yields.

“We usually see a slight decline in yields with wider spacing,” he said.

“In the case of the soybeans, they really kept climbing all the way up to 24-inch row spacing.”

It could be because soybeans are well adapted to row cropping or it could have something to do with inoculation, he suggested.

At this point, he recommends growers choose early maturing varieties, seed 220,000 to 240,000 seeds per acre no more than one inch deep and between May 15 and 30 on a warm day.

Row spacing can be variable, but he said that affects how much inoculant is needed.

“The narrower your row spacing, you’re going to want to use a higher rate of inoculant,” he said, recommending at least two times the label rate for granular product.

Soybeans thrive on phosphorus and will use it, he added. karen.briere@producer.com

Nobody should be taking Manitoba’s food processing industry lightly, says a prominent economist.

It’s why the province is Canada’s most economically stable jurisdiction and why it kept performing in 2008-09 when other provinces stumbled.

“That’s actually the most stable part of the economy,” Conference Board of Canada chief economist Glen Hodgson told the CropConnect conference Feb. 9.

“I would argue that the bigger the agri-food sector in Manitoba the better because it’s part of what steered you through the financial crisis and recession without actually contracting.”

Food processing provides stable growth because people keep eating, he added Hodgson will soon present a Manitoba economic outlook for the provincial Chambers of Commerce but gave a sneak peak to farmers at CropConnect.

It was a cheery presentation.

“Frankly, it’s all good,” said Hodgson. “We see little boomlets happening (in areas like construction).”

Hodgson said the lower Canadian dollar and lower commodity prices help manufacturing businesses export to the U.S. market, and the U.S. economy’s continued recovery is boosting demand.

That should result in Manitoba’s economy being the strongest in North America with about three percent growth.

He thinks the commodity super cycle is over. World food demand is still growing faster than global food production growth, so crop and meat demand growth should continue.

“We have a race between population grow th globally and food growth,” he said.

“As long as that race is on, there will be a floor under agriculture prices.” ed.white@producer.com

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The art of cheese

BY MARY MACARTHUR CAMROSE BUREAU

Olga Payne didn’t make a special batch of cheese to enter in the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair.

The manager of Tiras Dairies simply pulled the cheese out of the cooler shelf and sent it to Toronto for the competition.

The Camrose cheese maker won first place in a hard cheese category with her saganaki, second place with her quark and fourth place with her feta cheese at the November event.

“It feels great,” said Payne, who is eyeing up more cheese competitions as a way to boost sales of her Greekstyle cheese.

The cheese plant has made Greekstyle cheese since it opened in 2001. It uses 15,000 litres of milk each week to make feta, saganaki and quark style cheese.

The plant usually makes one batch of saganaki cheese a week, but a customer recently made a “super big order” and the seven employees were making two batches a day to fill it.

Saganaki means “little frying pan” and is a type of cheese that is fried and

used as an appetizer or as a replacement for parmesan.

Sixty-five percent of the milk is made into feta and the rest is made into saganaki and quark. mary.macarthur@producer.com

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LEFT: Freshly made saganaki cheese is soaked in brine for a day, then dried on a bed of salt and turned daily.

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Corn grower says feed option provides safety net Experienced Manitoba grower advises newcomers to start small to gain experience

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years, with acreage not booming nearly as much as soybeans.

However, farmers at the recent Manitoba Corn Growers Association annual meeting sounded optimistic about continued growth.

“In the next year or two I think we definitely have more basis for growth in corn in Manitoba and eastern Saskatchewan,” Steinbach farmer Dennis Thiessen said at the Feb. 18 meeting, which was held as part of the CropConnect conference in Winnipeg.

“The breeding companies are spending a lot of money developing earlier varieties that will yield better.”

Corn’s struggles in Manitoba are the result of significant flooding in 2011 and 2014, as well as late springs and late harvests. It has killed thousands of acres of corn and slowed the spread of the crop.

Soybeans do fine with “wet feet,” but corn does not.

An absence of flooding this year would remove one cramping factor, and earlier varieties will make more farmers in more areas willing to take a chance on the crop.

However, crop insurance difficul-

Our risk management is that we are a mixed farm, so we have cattle and a feedlot. We probably wouldn’t do it all for grain.

DENNIS THIESSEN MANITOBA FARMER

ties mean many farmers will still not try the crop because it seems more financially risky than other crops, said Jason Hodson, who farms at Lenore, Man., near the Saskatchewan border.

“It’s too low for adequate risk management,” said Hodson, who averages 115 bushels per acre but can only insure 44 bu. per acre.

“It’s very low, and 44 doesn’t cover (what) I put into the crop.”

Hodson said farmers in his area are leery about taking a chance on corn because of the lack of a financial safety net. He has been growing corn for 12 years, first for silage and then for grain,

but only because he has his own safety net in the form of livestock.

“Our risk management is that we are a mixed farm, so we have cattle and a feedlot. We probably wouldn’t do it all for grain,” said Hodson.

“The risk coverage isn’t there, but we have the cattle so we can silage it if it doesn’t make grade or has another problem.”

Some farmers have been optimistic about corn’s future on the Prairies as maturity times get shorter, but others have been pessimistic, believing a widespread, early killing frost would drive many farmers out of corn production once they face a wreck.

Thiessen said he and experienced corn growers are always ready for that scenario, but they realize newcomers to the crop might not be as prepared.

“My advice for new growers is to not go overboard,” said Thiessen.

“Get your feet wet. Get some experience with it. There are bust years, but hopefully it’s not more than once in nine or 10 years and you can withstand that.” ed.white@producer.com

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MANITOBA SWINE SEMINAR

Building relationship helps retain staff Good managers need to listen to employees’ problems and concerns

BY ED WHITE WINNIPEG BUREAU

Being told to “leave that crap at home” can sometimes drag it right into the middle of a hog operation, a staff management specialist told the Manitoba Swine Seminar.

“If you want to build a relationship with your staff and keep your team motivated, you have to be a sympathetic leader,” said Eric Spell, president of AgCareers.com.

“If there are things within your staff that are dragging them down, keeping them unhappy, you can’t motivate them … until those things are addressed.”

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Spell, a North Carolinian who has advised many Canadian agriculture companies, said hog barn managers have traditionally been unwilling to hear much about employees’ personal problems or challenges.

That may make sense in many situations, but at times workers can become so distracted and unfo-

cused by their personal life challenges that they become ineffective in the barn.

That’s when a good manager needs to listen and empathize with the situation rather than just say, “I’m not your counsellor, I’m not your daddy, I’m not the reason your kids aren’t doing well in school, I’m not the reason your wife is upset with you or leaving you.”

Good staff are hard to find, so they need to be managed well, Spell said.

It’s a complex task, but barn operators need to remember the phrase that “people leave bosses, not jobs.” ed.white@producer.com

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FOOD SAFETY

Canadian food tracking has room to improve: study University professor says governments and industry, including farmers, should work together in the retail supply chain

BY REBECA KUROPATWA FREELANCE WRITER

Ripple effects from a food study that compared tracking in various countries continue to be felt a year later.

And while Canada ranked at the top of many of the analysis measurements, a professor of food distribution and policy at Guelph University who co-authored the study feels there is room for improvement.

“The idea of comparing countries … to execute a better analysis amongst nations is always the challenge in knowing for sure that you have the right metrics to compare countries,” said Sylvain Charlebois.

“So, what we try to capture in our study is how a country … how federal regulators have addressed new menaces.… Mad cow in 2003 really caught Canada by surprise. It really questioned the integrity of our food safety systems and, because of that, we’ve elected many changes.”

The government can play an important role by creating system changes and regulators are needed to conduct surveys. However, Charlebois believes the industry needs to become accountable, “not just to the public or to its regulators, but towards itself.”

He would also like to see the industry make partners within the supply chains more accountable.

Big companies such as Loblaw and Walmart have been asking questions about suppliers and product content, but some sensitivity is required because processors can be protective of their recipes.

“Companies like Loblaw, Costco or Walmart are actually major players that can have a pull effect on the supply chain,” said Charlebois.

“It’s really about them setting the tone for better food trackability.”

“The farmer himself should become more part of retailing supply management,” he said.

“And actually, I do feel that we are starting to see that in Canada. More and more producers are starting to engage with consumers, whether through social media or supply chain partners.”

Creating that inter-connectivity between farming and consumption is going to be key in the future.

“The continental approach to food surveillance in Europe is easier because they already have that structure in place (the European Union),” said Charlebois.

“North America is a little more disjointed.”

The U.S. dominance in North America can make it challenging to create a continental standard for food safety, regardless of how right the American standard may seem in comparison to Canada and Mexico.

“In Europe, there are Germany, France, and Austria that really kind of make food safety policies much more comprehensive because you’re dealing with many players at once,” said Charlebois.

“So that creates some tension in North America versus the EU. And because we trade a lot with the EU, our systems are highly integrated.

But from time to time, we do have disputes about all sorts of things …

COOL, for example.…There are a lot

of different standards.”

Charlebois said Canada is making progress.

“We’re actually making tracking swine at the farm mandatory, which is really great,” he said.

“But I suspect we should and probably will see more improvement as technology improves.”

Another area Charlebois feels will soon be transformed is DNA testing for tracking purposes.

“With DNA, of course you can recognize very easily species, origins, and things like that,” he said.

“Right now, of course, the testing is

cost prohibitive, but at some point it will be much more affordable than it is today.”

The main goal is to create a connection between consumers and farmers.

“Understanding the mind of the consumer will help connect farming with retailing, to make a supply chain much more effective,” said Charlebois.

He said farmers will get a better understanding of markets and what customers want if they take advantage of the same information that big companies use.

“Right now, demand is more fragmented than ever,” said Charlebois.

“Different factions are looking for different things. You have organics, local food lovers, allergic people looking for gluten-free…. It’s getting really complicated out there. At the same time, consumers are confused.

The fact that consumers trust farmers means that farmers represent a great source of information, enabling them to defog or reduce the level of confusion in the marketplace.”

Charlebois said a lot of interesting ideas have been gathered since the study was published.

“One example is animal welfare, which is really creeping up as a huge issue for farmers around the country,” he said.

“We’ve been asked to look at animal welfare more seriously as far as the regulations and worldwide practices.”

There has also been a suggestion to compare provinces and food safety and include municipalities, restaurants and food service.

He said this is an important component of the Canadian economy because 45 to 47 percent of meals are consumed outside the household.

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Mustard acres to soften slightly this year The higher profit potential of rival crops may steal away acres from mustard, as might wet weather if it continues into 2015

BY DAVE SIMS COMMODITY NEWS SERVICE CANADA

WINNIPEG — Canadian mustard acres could have competition this year, says the chair of the Saskatchewan Mustard Seed Development Commission.

“I would say mustard acres would be down a little bit from the previous year, just based on the profit potential for other crops,” said Richard Marleau, who farms near Aneroid, Sask.

“Lentils are looking to provide bet-

ter returns right now, likely durum shouldn’t be too bad either.”

He said farmers may also want to use lentils and durum as swing acres if their crop needs to be rotated.

Marleau said there are 500,000 mustard acres in Western Canada and some parts of the northern United States, of which 80 percent is yellow mustard.

However, the precipitation that hampered much of last year’s crop needs to stay away for those numbers to remain steady.

“Mustard doesn’t really like wet

feet,” he said.

“Yellow mustard really doesn’t like to have wet soil.”

Humidity levels of 30 to 40 percent would be preferable to the 60 percent that some growers witnessed last year, he added.

Growers in southeastern Saskatchewan also had to deal with heavy ground saturation heading into freeze-up Prices are strong with bids for yellow mustard averaging in the “low to mid-30s (cents per pound ),” said Marleau.

Brown mustard and oriental mustard are in the mid-20s.

Those numbers may pale in comparison to some of the heights reached a few years ago, but Marleau said they are still solid.

“There might be gold dust in the growers’ eyes if they’re looking at last year’s price for durum, but they really should be looking at forward prices,” he said.

The weak Canadian dollar is helping move mustard, he added, with lots of opportunities on the spot market.

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“I think everything has found a balance. There are still opportunities to sell, and (there are) still people interested in buying,” he said.

Ukraine is considered to be one of Canada’s top competitors for mustard. Marleau said it’s unclear if the conflict between it and Russianbacked separatists in the eastern part of the country will hurt production.

“You know, I’ve asked that question as well ,and it seems to be OK now,” he said. “we’ll see what happens next growing season.”

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BRUGES, Belgium (Reuters) —Belgian chocolatier Dominique Persoone never imagined demand would stretch much beyond the rock ‘n’ roll scene when he created a chocolate-sniffing device for a Rolling Stones party in 2007.

However, he has sold 25,000 of them in the last seven years.

Inspired by a device his grandfather used to propel tobacco snuff up his nose, Persoone created a Chocolate Shooter to deliver a hit of Dominican Republic or Peruvian cocoa powder, mixed with mint and either ginger or raspberry.

“The mint and the ginger really tinkle your nose,” he said in his chocolate factory in the medieval city of Bruges.

“Then the mint flavour goes down and the chocolate stays in your brain.”

Persoone, who has collaborated with celebrated chefs such as the Fat Duck’s Heston Blumenthal and elBulli’s Ferran and Albert Adria, has a history of culinary innovation.

Alongside the classics, he has created chocolates flavoured with bacon and onion, oysters and even grass.

It took some perfecting to create the snorting powder because chocolate itself was too dry. He originally used a mix that included chilli pepper before discovering the successful formula.

“It’s a very bad idea,” he said.

The chocolate shooters, which sell for $50 each, have been exported to Russia, India, Canada, Australia and the United States.

The packaging bears a warning against excessive sniffing, but Persoone insisted it is safe. He was inspired by the role of the nose when tasting food and a certain idea of fun.

“The mentality when you think about sniffing is, ‘oh, it’s kinky guys who do that stuff,’” Persoone said.

“I’m not the bad boy promoting drugs, not at all.... Life is boring. Let’s have fun.”

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GMO FRUIT

B.C. growers fear backlash from U.S. approval of GM apple Regulatory approval of the Arctic Golden and Arctic Granny non-browning varieties are in the final stages in Canada as well TOM WALKER FREELANCE WRITER

Two genetically modified nonbrowning apple varieties have been approved for sale in the United States.

British Columbia Fruit Growers Association president Fred Steele is worried.

‘We regret that they approved it,” said Steele.

“But it was not unexpected.”

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Feb. 13 that it has approved the Arctic Golden and Arctic Granny varieties, which were developed by Okanagan Specialty Fruits of Summerland, B.C. The fruit growers association is calling on the federal government to place a moratorium on the Arctic apple “until we see the results of the market experiment in the U.S.,” he said.

Steele said no one can predict how the GM apple will affect the marketplace.

“If there is a consumer backlash, they look at all apples as the same.

Apples are apples, and it could lead to market uncertainty,” he said.

“We have a new trade deal with (South) Korea, and a new $8.4 million replant program to help plant higher value varieties.… We’ve been down a long hard road.… But things are coming back. People are talking about expanding, planting bare g ro u n d t hat ha s n ’ t b e e n u s e d before. If we get impacted in our home market and it carries over into trade, it is possible that it causes economic problems. We’ve had enough of that.”

The association is not sure how the GM varieties will affect organic certification.

“We need to talk to our organic people,” said Steele.

“We need to be clear on how it is going to affect them. We already have a non-browning apple, the Ambrosia.… Nature gave us that.”

The USDA said its reviews have found that Arctic apples “are unlikely to pose a plant pest risk” and that deregulation “is not likely to have a significant impact on the human environment.”

Okanagan Specialty Fruits president Neal Carter is optimistic his GM apple varieties will soon be available in Canada as well.

“We are anticipating Arctic apple approval in Canada within the next

several months,” Carter said in an email.

“We are in the very final stages of the regulatory process with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and Health Canada.… We submitted our petition requesting approval back in 2011, underwent a Canadian public comment period in 2012 and our package is in its final stages of review.

“The commercial approval of Arctic apples, our company’s flagship product, is the biggest milestone yet for us.… We can’t wait until they’re available for consumers.”

Steele said he isn’t sure who those

consumers will be.

A survey commissioned by the B.C. Fruit Growers Association and the Quebec Apple Producers’ Association in 2012 found that 69 percent of consumers opposed approval.

According to the survey, 14 percent of respondents would buy GM food without hesitating if it was clearly labelled, 45 percent said it would depend on the type of food and 35 percent said nothing could convince them to buy GM food.

Seventy-one percent of respondents said some categories of food should not be genetically modified.

“I don’t know of anyone who is

interested in growing it,” Steele said.

“It’s for cosmetic purposes only.”

But Carter is optimistic.

“We already have a number of apple growers on both sides of the border in multiple states and provinces who have expressed interest in planting Arctic apple trees, including some we already have agreements with.” he said.

“We are looking to partner with forward-thinking, innovative growers and have been pleased to see so many recognize the value nonbrowning apples can offer throughout the supply chain.”

He said the apple will still start to

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decompose if bruised or sliced, but the natural browning signal will be missing.

“If an Arctic apple does show discolouration, the consumer will know there is meaningful damage rather than superficial blemishes,” he said.

“This means Arctic apples actually help consumers to judge the true quality of the fruit.”

Steele isn’t convinced.

“What do you want the apple for?” he said.

“If an apple can go without browning in a salad for three days, do you still want to eat that salad?”

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REBUILDING HERDS

Weather worries U.S. ranchers Many states including Texas and Oklahoma are still suffering from drought, and producers see herd expansion as risky ZUEHL, Texas (Reuters) — Texas rancher Jim Rackley would like to expand his cattle herd to take advantage of sizzling beef prices and growing demand from health-conscious consumers for his grass-fed beef.

However, the prospect of cloudless skies keeps him cautious.

Rackley’s worries over a lack of rain are typical of many U.S. beef cattle producers trying to restock after a years-long drought that peaked in 2011. It decimated ranches built up over generations and shrank the nation’s herd to its smallest in more than 60 years.

Now, record-high cattle prices and cheap grain have prompted ranchers to start adding cattle earlier than expected.

However, the rebuilding will be long and slow.

Producers like Rackley worry the drought will return, shriveling scant pasture and sending grain costs soaring again. At the same time, there is no guarantee Americans will continue to consume beef at the current rate, given high prices.

“Every time we think we’re coming out of the drought, we get hit again,” said Rackley, a former high school football coach in Texas, where the sport and beef are state passions.

Rackley’s 49 cattle, including 25 cows used for breeding, have yellow numbered tags clipped to their ears for identification.

He surveys a landscape of flat pasture and points out which animal will be the next to go to slaughter at the end of the month.

Feeder cattle futures are trading 20 percent higher than a year ago and corn futures are trading 13 percent lower, which is providing obvious incentives for ranchers to rebuild their herds.

Still, the decision to expand is proving complicated for many, with the price for buying new cattle at nearly $3,000 a head and pastures still patchy in places.

The nation’s herd edged up one percent to 89.8 million head Jan. 1, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

The report stunned analysts who had predicted a decline and prompted some to bring for ward their expectations of when beef supplies will increase to late 2016 from 2017.

The cattle population was larger than in 2013 and 2014 but still the third smallest since 1952, said University of Missouri livestock economist Ron Plain.

“Herd rebuilding is on the way, but

putting a calf into the herd today will take at least a year and a half before you get anything out of it,” added Jack Salzsieder, owner of Iowa-based brokerage firm JRS Consulting.

In Oklahoma, Joe Smith wants to rebuild his cattle herd after selling three-quarters of his animals in 2011.

Smith said he was being “very cautious” in his attempt to expand production, holding back 10 cows of his 100-head herd to breed instead of sending them to slaughter. His ranch in Duncan still needs more rain to grow grazing grass.

Thirty-three percent of the southern United States, including the big cattle states of Texas and Oklahoma, was in some form of drought as of Feb. 5, down from 37 percent a year earlier, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor.

However, 8.7 percent of Texas was considered to be in extreme or exceptional drought, up three percentage points from a year ago.

It may be 2018 or 2019 before increased supplies start to significantly push down beef prices, said Derrell Peel, an agricultural economist at Oklahoma State University.

There are “a lot of places that are vulnerable to go backward in a hurry” if conditions turn dry, he added.

In the meantime, beef prices are likely to stay high, squeezing consumers in grocery stores and restaurants and prompting some Americans to eat less beef.

Per capita consumption fell to an estimated 24.6 kilograms in the last year from 25.5 kg a year earlier, and the USDA expects it to slip to 23.9 kg this year, even though overall consumption still outstrips domestic production.

Beef processors are desperate to see production rise. They have shuttered beef-processing plants in recent years and may still need to close more facilities, said Pete Anderson, director of research for cattle nutrition company Midwest PMS. One of the few processors investing in expansion is JBS USA LLC, which is sinking US $75 million into a Utah beef plant. However, the company is looking to include dairy cows to raise its output there.

Meanwhile, in drought-hit California, rancher Kevin Kester plans to reduce his 300-head herd further after cutting it from as many as the 500 head he had back in 2010.

“Everybody wants to expand,” he said.

“We’re looking for Mother Nature to co-operate.”

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CLIMATE CHANGE

Kenyan weir eases village hardships, waters livestock A weir on the Ngeng’ River provides water for domestic use and livestock during periods of drought and also prevents flooding after heavy rains E N G I L A E , Ke n y a ( T h o m s o n Reuters Foundation) — Samuel Lontogunye has long weathered regular shortages of water and food, but he believes a recent addition to his drought-prone village could change that: a water-harvesting facility.

Lontogunye and other members of his community on the fringes of Kenya’s Rift Valley have built a weir at the nearby Ngeng’ River to capture and store water that would otherwise drain away during periods of heavy rainfall.

The weir, a concrete barrier that stretches across the river, allows water to pool behind it while excess spills over the top and continues downstream.

Pipes installed in the pool behind the weir tap the water and carry it underground to a storage tank.

“Women used to spend most of the

day searching for water from faraway sources,” said Lontogunye, who chairs the community’s water committee.

“Even the little they found was not clean because of sharing with wild animals.”

Now his family can fetch water for cooking and washing from a tank in the village, and Lontogunye no longer has to herd his livestock to the river for a drink. The village’s dispensary and primary school also benefit from having clean water supplies nearby.

The project aims to ease a range of problems facing communities such as Engilae, which are suffering increasingly extreme weather swings linked to climate change.

Like many arid parts of Kenya, the terrain around Engilae is dotted with empty river courses during the dry

season, when the daytime temperature can rise as high as 35 C. The Ngeng’ River is one of the few that flows for most of the year, but even it has little water during prolonged droughts.

Village elders say communities must flee to higher ground for fear of being washed away by flooding when the rain does fall, often in torrents that last for days.

Floods also bring basic local services to a temporary halt, such as health care and relief food supplies, and make clean water hard to find, not least because they damage water harvesting facilities, local administrators say.

The new weir, set up in close association with the Engilae community, aims to address all those problems, said Seth Kwatemba, an official with the International Medical Corps

(IMC), a non-governmental organization that is working with the Engilae community on the project.

“The idea is to tap the little water that flows through the river course but also prepare to harvest bigger volumes from the seasonal floods.”

Kwatemba said the system can collect more than 20,000 litres of water a day and uses solar energy to pump water to the storage tank.

Amos Wekesa, an environment and climate change advisor with the Swedish development agency Vi Agroforestry, said such water harvesting efforts “are some of the most tested methods of ensuring water security because they use simple technologies.”

Onyango Okoth, the Samburu assistant county commissioner, agreed that the project deals with the region’s central problem: erratic rainfall.

“There is a lot of rainfall during the rainy season, but all the water goes to waste,” he said. “In two to three weeks after the rains, the place is dry and people will be crying for water.”

Okoth said many communities lack the skill to manage water after long years of neglect by the central government.

However, he said this has begun to change since rural administrations, through county governments, were given more power under the country’s most recent constitution.

Lontogunye is certain that Engilae’s weir will be different from past failed efforts to develop water storage ponds in the region, largely because his community has been part of the process of developing it.

“IMC has helped us with this project, but we feel we own it because we are involved in most of the activities.”

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The world’s largest producer of finished phosphate products said it expects to sell 2.8 to 3.1 million tonnes of phosphates at US$440 to $465 per tonne in the current quarter.

The company sold 2.7 million tonnes of phosphate at an average price of $414 per tonne in the first quarter last year.

Mosaic, which is also North America’s second-biggest potash producer, said it expects to sell two to 2.3 million tonnes of potash at an average rate of $270 to $295 per tonne.

The company sold 2.4 million tonnes of potash at an average price of $267 per tonne in the same quarter last year.

Net earnings attributable to Mosaic rose to $360.7 million in the fourth quarter, which ended Dec. 31, from $128.9 million a year earlier.

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The province sold its agricultural and food products to 153 countries last year, and 15 of them each bought more than $200 million, said agriculture minister Lyle Stewart.

He said the numbers highlight the diversity of the agricultural sector.

“The credit goes to our farmers,

ranchers and agri-businesses for producing and exporting what the world needs,” he said in a news release.

The province has a goal of exporting $15 billion worth of agricultural products by 2020 and has been focusing on market development and trade advocacy.

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ALBERTA PILOT PROJECT

Program geared to satisfy push for sustainable practices Foreign customers and food manufacturers are demanding best management practices and environmental stewardship standards

BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

Alberta grain producers hope they can answer corporate questions about sustainability when the big food companies come calling.

About 40 farmers have joined a pilot project to test three initiatives and gain a better idea of what sustainability means at the grassroots level.

Jason Lenz is one of those farmers.

He believes many of the sustainability requirements already fit with the goals for his family owned farm in

central Alberta.

For him, sustainability encompasses continuous improvement, profitability and following best management practices that give him the right to farm.

“It is more than just the latest craze.

It is here to stay,” he said during a break at the Western Barley Growers Association annual meeting, which was held in Calgary Feb. 12-13.

Alberta’s grain, oilseed and pulse commissions, which belong to the Canadian Round Table on Sustainable Crops, have combined forces on the project.

The initial assessment is expected to take about half a day, in which auditors evaluate the farm’s approach to soil nutrient testing, precision farming, monitoring air and water quality, handling waste, environmental stewardship and business management.

“Farms across Western Canada have been addressing these concerns for years, even generations,” Lenz said.

Many have adopted precision agriculture, increased fuel efficiency, reduced harmful emissions and regularly assess air and water quality.

He said most would be out of busi-

ness if they were not farming in a sustainable manner. Farmers need to provide direction and show they are behaving responsibly, he added.

“This is our opportunity to stand up and be proud of what we do on our farms,” he said.

Erin Gowriluk, who works for the Alberta barley and wheat commiss i o n s, s a i d t h e A l b e r t a C ro p s Sustainability Certification Pilot project will test three internationally recognized programs and streamline them to local conditions.

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“The conversation is happening whether we like it or not.”

Major food and beverage companies such as Anheuser-Busch, Heineken, Kellogg’s, General Mills and McDonald’s support the Sustainable Agriculture Initiative Program.

Farmers hoping to supply these companies must meet certain standards in soil fertility, energy use, waste management, growing crops suitable to the local climate, pest management and economic and social sustainability.

The ISCC Plus program was developed for food, feed, technical-chemical and other bioenergy applications. The European Union recognized it as one of the first certification schemes that meets EU renewable energy requirements.

The Unilever Sustainable Agriculture code, which was developed in 2010, applies to all agriculture products that the company buys. All new suppliers must comply by 2017.

It also addresses the use of agricultural chemicals and fuel, water and soil quality, biodiversity, energy use, waste handling, dealing with social and human capital and animal welfare considerations.

Lenz said the Alberta approach must be reasonable in its demands for record keeping and farmers’ ability to meet all the requirements.

“We want an approach to sustainability that won’t be burdensome to our everyday lives,” he said.

At the same time, he added, farmers must accept that Canada is an exporter whose foreign customers are asking for this. The consequence is that those customers may turn to the competition if Canada cannot comply. barbara.duckworth@producer.com DATA REVIEWED

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MOSCOW, Russia (Reuters) — Russia’s agriculture ministry may review its wheat export tax once it receives export data for February, says agriculture minister Nikolai Fyodorov.

The government has been trying to cool domestic wheat prices with informal curbs on exports since December, to which it added an export tax from Feb. 1. Domestic wheat prices have been rising as the ruble has fallen.

“As of today, it is too early to make any conclusions and possible recommendations for a change in policy over the export duty,” Fyodorov said.

“That’s why we can return to this issue ... when we analyze February’s grain exports.”

The tax on wheat exports is set at 15 percent of the customs price plus $10.50 but is no less than $50 a tonne.

Asked whether Russia could extend the tax to other grains, Fyodorov said the current volume of barley and corn exports was not causing concern.

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Barley’s yield potential has ‘long way to go’ Researchers aiming for 180 bushels per acre

BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

Corn’s competitive edge over barley could lessen if Alberta researchers succeed in boosting the latter’s yields from 60 to 180 bushels per acre.

“The genetics are out there to do 256 bu. an acre of barley,” said Steve Larocque, who farms near Three Hills, Alta., and is president of Beyond Agronomy, a private company.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture reported a record corn yield of more than 170 bu. per acre last year, while a New Zealand farmer set a world record last fall when he grew 256 bu. per acre of two row feed barley.

The Kiwis have more rain and 160 growing days, but research in Alberta could increase yields with intensive management, Larocque told the Western Barley Growers Association annual meeting, which was held in Calgary Feb. 11-13.

“When we think about the yield potential of 160 bu. per acre, we have got a long way to go,” said Alberta Agriculture agronomy researcher Sheri Strydhorst.

Larocque has been working on the Barley 180 Project since 2011. Small plot trials in southern Alberta had tremendous results, producing 180190 bu. per acre.

The project sought to replicate those results on a large field scale at sites with varied soil types and climate.

Strydhorst is working on feed variety trials that use 64 management practices on small plots to find the best combinations that might boost yields in a profitable way.

The Barley 180 project used high seeding rates and nitrogen applications from 80 to 160 pounds per acre.

It did not include phosphorus trials.

The goal was to produce 900 heads per sq. metre or about 90 plants per sq. foot. Each head should have 24 kernels each.

“How do you get to that 90 plants per sq. foot? It is a lot harder than you think,” he said.

Maximizing head numbers is the goal, but local soil types, rainfall and other environmental factors must be considered to achieve optimum results. Their best year was 2011.

The researchers learned that timing of nitrogen application was critical.

“Barley sets its yield potential so early,” he said.

“If all your yield and potential is set earlier on, you need all that nutrition, all that nitrogen upfront to build

those tillers.”

They also experimented with plant growth regulators, which are not registered for barley in Canada. Timing for these products was also critical because the heads would not emerge if they went on too early at the second and third tiller stage.

Regulating the growth of the kernel size was difficult if applied too late and may result in thinner kernels.

“It is a time sensitive product, unfortunately,” he said.

New Zealand producers use these products so that barley can stand longer without shattering losses.

“We need to find a way to get (plant growth regulators) into our system and registered. They do have a fit,” he said.

Strydhorst also tried growth regulators on her variety trials across the province and found that results were variable.

Her project using advanced agronomic practices started in 2014 and will end next year.

She said yield increases are most often determined by the least available resource. Adding other inputs such as more fertilizer will not help if moisture is the most limiting facto,.

Some sites received 250 to 400 millimetres of precipitation, so yield responses were good. However, the Peace region had 100 mm of rain last year and the crops failed.

Her research team has experimented with bumping up nitrogen rates.

“Timing is really critical if you want to increase yields,” she said.

“You need to have that nitrogen there and available when the crop has its maximum nitrogen needs.”

Protein content improves if nitrogen goes on too late, but the yields do not. Foliar fungicides sometimes improved yields from five to 44 percent, depending on factors such as genetics.

“If you have a variety that has genetic resistant to the disease, you are not going to get the yield increase,” she said.

The research also examined 10 feed varieties to assess genetics, management and yield response. Agriculture Canada researchers at Lacombe are doing similar work with malting varieties.

Researchers have been able to increase yields with intensive management under the right conditions, but economic analysis has found that the added production was not enough to pay for the extra inputs. barbara.duckworth@producer.com

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EMPLOYEE RETAINMENT

Build staff from grassroots, ag companies told Machinery parts manufacturer provides equipment to local schools to help develop skilled workers the company requires

BY MICHAEL RAINE SASKATOON NEWSROOM

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Farm machinery makers might take a page from the Kondex parts book when it comes to making their companies sustainable.

The rural Wisconsin manufacturer is one of the largest suppliers of parts in the farm machinery industry. It pioneers technology that make parts last longer and allow them to be lighter and tougher at the same time.

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pany builds components that join assembly lines around the world.

To accomplish that, and remain competitive, requires a lot of skilled staff, from engineers to assemblers.

The Kondex Corp. relies on employees who have mechanical skills and the ability to use sophisticated technology but who can also be flexible when it comes to handling assignments.

Lomira, Wis., which is located half way between Milwaukee and Green Bay, is at the north end of the American manufacturing rust belt. It is a

long way from technology-heavy Boston or San Francisco, where high tech staff might be more easily acquired.

“Manufacturing isn’t the first career that parents today think about when they making suggestions to their kids, but North America is filled with opportunities in manufacturing,” said Jim Wessing, who founded the company in 1974.

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“(It has) more diverse career paths than folks imagine,” he said.

“And there are a dramatic amount of retirements coming in manufacturing. At the same, the cost of education is rising. Not everyone needs a four or six year college degree to earn a good living.”

Wessing said his company has had to learn how to create the staff it needs.

“If you want to grow your business, you have to have the people to work with,” he said. “Our staff are our associates. That is our culture.”

He found that if the company was to grow sustainably, it would need to attract and retain local people, as well as attract them from further afield.

Kondex began working with regional trade colleges but found that was too late.

The company now hosts career tours beginning in the eighth grade.

Wessing and his colleagues sit on college advisory boards to ensure that college level instruction meets Kondex’s needs.

He discovered that high schools had antiquated tools in shop classes.

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The company also found that technology educators in high schools were often missing more than equipment. They were toured through the facilities and introduced to the staff “so they could become advocates for careers in manufacturing. Often they didn’t know what kind of work is being done.”

The company provides financial support to local schools but ensures the money goes to buy tools and technology rather than programs and administration.

Wessing said company owners and managers are often their own worst enemies when it comes to getting the workforce they need.

“Government isn’t going to ensure you get the people you need. You have invest in your communities.

This is an investment,” he said.

“Workforce development is a local issue, not national.”

Skills are only the start when ensuring that new workers will be available for industry.

“Kids and their parents need to understand that manufacturing isn’t that dirty, loud environment that it once was,” he said.

“It’s clean, air conditioned. Workers are part of teams, using Conks (computer numerical control), lasers. It seems like everything is computer controlled today.”

Women make up a growing percentage of Kondex’s staff.

“These trades are not just for men,” he said.

“Even in the engineering schools, one third of those classes are now women, but it has to start in high school, you have to convince young people there are good careers in our industry.” michael.raine@producer.com

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Canada’s seasonal workers program garners praise despite shortcomings New low-skilled foreign workers program fails to provide migrant protections, say critics

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DRESDEN, Ont. — Canada’s Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program is touted as a model for migrant worker programming around the world, but it is often panned by the worker advocates and academics who have studied it.

The federal government had

intended to drop SAWP when it launched the low-skilled component of the Temporary Foreign Workers Program (TFWP), says a long-time director with the Foreign Agricultural Resource Management Services, the producer-led agency that administers SAWP in Ontario.

“We told them not to let it go. We wanted the rules that were already in the SAWP,” Ken Forth said.

“We were not happy campers that day. We told them 10 times to leave it alone, and they finally listened.”

Ottawa has also begun listening to complaints about the low-skilled program, which applies to agriculture and other sectors.

Changes introduced over the past couple years include: • Dropping the provision that would allow employers to pay five percent

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• Disciplining employers who break the rules.

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receives most of its funding from Citizen and Immigration Canada, is developing a guide that will make SAWP and low-skilled workers aware of their rights.

A draft of the document advises workers to contact community agencies or community legal clinics if they have a problem with their employer. There’s also advice on health, workplace safety, work permit renewal, immigration avenues, dealing with police and opening bank accounts.

Forth said he has no problem with the guide, as long it is approved by the appropriate government ministries.

Worker advocate Stan Raper of the United Food & Commercial Workers (UFCW) union said the federal changes have been a long time coming.

The union provides similar services through its three migrant worker centres in Ontario and at Saint-Rémi, Que,, and Abbotsford, B.C. “The SAWP does not have the private recruiters who have a history of being abusive,” he said.

“The differences between the two programs are quite extensive.”

Forth said it is vital that these programs give temporary workers the chance to eventually stay in Canada.

“Immigration is what built this country, period,” he said.

“People came here and built a new life for themselves. Now those people are not allowed in anymore.… I think we need all parts of society to build Canada, whether they are labourers, whether they are academics, whether they are doctors or whether they are engineers. We need them all, but we’re not getting them all.”

SAWP and the low-skilled program fall under the TFWP umbrella.

SAWP has been operating since 1966 with agreements in place between Canada and participating countries: Mexico, Jamaica and several Caribbean nations.

Almost 30,000 SAWP workers come to Canada annually, and more than half of them work on Ontario farms.

They are allowed to stay in Canada for up to eight months at a time and may return, year after year.

The low-skilled program was introduced in 2002 as a kind of marketdriven alternative: protocols and safeguards only came later. The number of temporary foreign workers in Canada has steadily climbed since it was introduced.

Low-skilled workers can work for up to four years in Canada but must then return home and wait for four years before reapplying to the program.

There are more than 200,000 temporary workers positions for all occupations and skill levels, which in 2012 included 17,290 positions for general farm workers, 12,225 for harvesting labourers and 9,045 for greenhouse and nursery workers.

Jenna Hennebry of Wilfred Laurier University in Waterloo, Ont., believes Canada took a step backward when it introduced the low-skilled component.

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PRODUCTION MUST BE FROM THESE COMMODITY SECTORS:

TO QUALIFY UNDER SAWP: • Activities must qualify as primary agriculture, which is defined as work that is performed within the boundaries of a farm, nursery or greenhouse and involves the following: • The operation of agricultural machinery.

• Boarding, care, breeding, sanitation or other handling of animals, other than fish, for the purpose of obtaining animal products for market, or activities relating to the collection, handling and assessment of those products.

• The planting, care, harvesting or preparation of crops, trees, sod or other plants for market.

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“The new programs that have been created to facilitate movement into these ‘lower-skilled’ occupations contain far less government-to-government co-operation.

“This policy change has been bemoaned by critics as a sign of the increasing erosion of migrant protections and may be a move even further away from the best practices the Canadian model is celebrated for,” Hennebry and Kerry Preibisch of the University of Guelph wrote in a paper published in the International Migration journal in 2010.

However, Hennebry also remains deeply critical of SAWP. Her chief concern is that SAWP ties workers to a single employer and allows employers to send the workers home if they’re not pleased. As a result, workers are afraid of to raise concerns about working and living conditions, she said.

“Although cases of repatriation are low, the instances that have occurred and threaten to do so serve as potent reminders to workers of employer expectations and, consequently, as powerful tools of labour control.”

Hennebry and Preibisch have published other reports and studies, including Permanently Temporary? for the Institute for Research on Public Policy in 2012 and a report on farm employee working and living conditions in Ontario for the CERIS Ontario Metropolis Centre in 2010.

These articles list SAWP shortcomings such as: • Less than optimal access to public health.

• Lack of an independent appeals process for workers.

• A poor understanding among workers of their rights.

• Limited access to Employment Insurance benefits.

• No access to a pathway to Canadian citizenship.

The CERIS report also includes

The SAWP applies only to temporary foreign workers who are citizens of the following countries: • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Written by Dipti Patel, who has worked internationally and in Canada, the report looks at how SAWP and the low-skilled program have affected Chatham-Kent and how the programs could be improved.

Chatham-Kent is home to a wide array of horticultural crops, including fruit, fresh and processing vegetables and greenhouse production.

There were more than 1,300 TFWP positions in Chatham-Kent in 2011 and 2012, compared to 927 SAWP positions in 2011, 925 in 2013 and 1,037 in 2013.

Farmers often employ both SAWP and agricultural stream TF WP workers.

The Chatham-Kent LIP report said these programs helps create jobs for Canadians because they allow farming businesses to remain viable.

Employers cited in three case stud-

Excluded activities: •

Activities of agronomists or agricultural economists.

• Landscape architecture.

• The preparation of vegetable fibres for textile use.

• Activities related to commercial hunting and trapping.

• Veterinary activities.

ies all said they are unable to find enough Canadians to fill job positions. They also preferred temporary migrant employees because of their work ethic.

The report concluded that the Temporary Foreign Worker Program name is misleading. Many SAWP workers have been coming to Canada for years, often spending more time here than in their home countries.

At the same time, too little has been done to integrate these workers into the communities where they are employed.

“Service agencies and other service providers often struggle to know how to connect with temporary foreign workers and often are not mandated to do so,” the report said.

It said the low-skilled program should be realigned to follow the suc-

• • • • • • • • • • • • •

Apiary Pedigreed canola seed Sod Tobacco Bovine Dairy Duck Horse Mink Poultry Sheep Swine Fruits, vegetables, including canning/processing if grown on the farm • Flowers and nursery-grown trees including Christmas trees (excluding forest tree nurseries), greenhouses/nurseries cessful SAWP model.

This would improve access to health services, benefit employers and provide greater worker support both in Canada and their home countries.

Other recommendations include: • Increasing services to all temporary agricultural migrant workers, including English as a second language education and translation.

• Ma k i n g s e t t l e m e n t s e r v i c e s through Citizenship and Immigration Canada available to migrant workers.

• Recognizing the gap between the contribution that migrant workers make through payroll deductions and the services they receive.

• Providing better co-ordinating services to migrant workers among the various federal and provincial ministries.

Mexico Caribbean countries of: Anguilla Antigua and Barbuda Barbados Dominica Grenada Jamaica Montserrat St. Kitts-Nevis St. Lucia St. Vincent and the Grenadines Trinidad and Tobago

examples of abysmal working and living conditions for SAWP workers.

They were gathered using a worker questionnaire administered by Hennebry and Preibisch, their research assistants and support staff with the UFCW, which has long been critical of SAWP. Forth said these reports, and other like them, tend to highlight only SAWP problems. Little mention is made of the fact that the program works as intended on most farms and provides substantial benefits for workers, he said.

Neither do the reports account for nature of agriculture in Canada, he added. The hard work and dangers faced by workers are also a reality for many farmers and their families.

Forth said there are many examples of workers who have been able to build homes, send their children to college and university and establish businesses.

“There are people who will slip back into poverty if the people here get their wish to destroy this program,” he said.

Another study, released last November by the Local Immigration Partnership (LIP) in the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, is more conciliatory.

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Plan to restrict drone use disappoints U.S. farmers Critics say proposed regulations requiring visual contact and imposing height restrictions would limit agricultural use CHICAGO, Ill. (Reuters) — U.S. producers who hope to use drones on their farms are disappointed by what they say are overly restrictive rules proposed by the Federal Aviation Administration.

Two of the long-awaited draft rules were singled out for particular criticism : a requirement that pilots remain in visual contact with their drones at all times and a height restriction that limits the crafts to flying no more than 500 feet above ground.

Farmers and drone operators say

these constraints would limit a drone’s range and consequently its usefulness.

Leading drone makers PrecisionHawk and Trimble Navigation Ltd., farm data services firms such as those run by Monsanto and FarmLogs and federal lawmakers say the proposed rules could delay the development of drone-assisted agriculture in the United States if they are finalized as currently written.

The FAA said farmers can address the line-of-sight limitation by placing spotters to track a drone’s pilot.

Idaho farmer Robert Blair, who in January received the FAA’s first exemption for drone use on a farm, said the new rules would require him to fly 10 separate drone missions to cover his 1,300 acres because he would have to continuously shift locations to keep his drone within sight.

“There’s no way we can cover the ground we need to cover (economically under the proposed rules),” Blair said.

Even so, investors in precision farming say the new rules are friend-

lier to farmers than they are to Amazon.com Inc. The e-commerce giant, which plans to use drones for package delivery, has indicated it may launch its first drone deliveries in overseas markets rather than wait for broader approvals from the FAA. “People are looking for where the opportunities are ... and agriculture is it,” said Rob Leclerc, chief executive officer of AgFunder, an online platform for investors in agricultural technology.

Many agricultural drones will initially be used to identify trouble spots

in fields or snap high-definition images of crops for plant health analysis. These jobs are suited for the small, 55 pound and lighter drones that are allowed under the proposed rules. Drones can also be used to gather evidence for crop insurance claims.

For some farmers, the new rules will provide FAA validation for practices they already use.

Despite a current ban on most commercial drone uses, classes teaching farmers how to use the unmanned aircrafts have flourished at rural colleges, and a bevy of YouTube videos stands as evidence that some farmers have already begun piloting them.

Still, it could take two years before the new FAA rules take full effect.

Such delays could strain cashstrapped startups, which could be out of business before the market booms, say industry analysts.

Companies that have invested in drone technology are already feeling strains.

“It’s been difficult for us,” said Jim Kirkland, general counsel and vicepresident of equipment maker Trimble Navigation Ltd., which received an FAA exemption from the ban on commercial drone use in December and has made a series of acquisitions aimed at beefing up its technology.

“We bought this business several years ago and we fly these elsewhere in the world,” Kirkland said.

“And certainly we haven’t gotten the revenue out of it that we could if rules had been in place.”

The delay is also providing opportunities for competing technologies such as micro-satellite, to take root.

Larger competitors will likely have absorbed upstarts by the time comprehensive rules are in place and be positioned to dominate the market, some industry experts say.

Pravia LLC of Florida received an FAA exemption this month to fly drones over 10 crop test sites in seven states operated by Syngenta. As well, Monsanto’s Climate Corp. has applied for an FAA exemption to use drones commercially.

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ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast (Reuters) — Cashew nut production in Ivory Coast rose 14 percent last year to 560,000 tonnes.

The increase is in line with the country’s aim to become the world’s top producer.

Ivory Coast is the world’s top cocoa grower, but a decade ago it was just a middling cashew producer, growing 80,000 tonnes of raw nuts per year.

However, production has increased by more than 10 percent a year, and the sector has attracted the attention of a government desperate to jumpstart its economy after a decade of war and political chaos.

“That places Ivory Coast in second place after India,” said government spokesperson Bruno Kone.

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WESTERN DEVELOPMENT MUSEUM

Museum opens files to prairie history

BY MICHAEL RAINE SASKATOON NEWSROOM

Documenting a culture sounds like the work of anthropologists.

In Saskatoon, this work is done at the George Sheppard Library, which has collected 135 years of catalogues, manuals, maps, photographs and books to tell the story of prairie settlement.

Interested in how to operate a Rumely steam tractor? Want to know what towns existed on a piece of long abandoned railway line? Restoring nearly any piece of farm machinery or truck from the past 100 years and seeking a service or parts manual?

The George Shepherd most likely has it.

The library is part of the Saskatchewan Western Development Museum but hasn’t shared the same limelight that has shone on the museum’s other facilities.

It is often considered mainly as a resource to the museum’s curatorial staff but is also open to the public.

The library has been assembling its collection since 1953, but its name and new location came in 1972 when it moved into the museum’s Curatorial Centre. It eventually expanded to house more than 10,000 items, with more added every month.

Warren Clubb, research and library co-ordinator at the museum, has been cataloguing the library’s contents for 35 years.

“It contains a cultural history of Western Canada. A person can get a picture of what life was like by looking at the publications of the day: the machinery catalogues, the retail and wholesale goods (catalogues), the manuals and breed books,” he said.

“You can get a very good impression of the economics of the times.

You can find instances of deflation, as new price lists show drops, such as after World War One and in the Great

Depression.”

The collection includes clothing and housewares, such as a rare set of Eaton’s catalogues from the company’s head office. Special catalogues were once produced just for Winnipeg and the West, which featured everything from plows to underwear.

Fashion is documented through advertising material and books.

“We are lucky to have a lot of these items because they wouldn’t have been considered important at the time and were often superseded by the next issue,” Clubb said.

Machinery company catalogues from the first decades of western settlement use dramatic and competitive language to describe machinery, land and pioneer life. They contain lush photographs and detailed illustrations of the tools that a farmer might order.

The collection also includes books, such as Locomotive Engines, Breakdowns and How to Repair Them, which was part of a hardbound series that described how to operate a railway, including editions on pricing and human resources.

Radio was the television or internet of its day, and many books are dedicated to repairing the hundreds of models that were available.

The library continues to collect material, most of it coming in as donations from farm families, although the centre also has a small budget to purchase items.

“About 10,000 items are computer catalogued. We add more every day,” said Clubb.

The library’s collection is available online, and some items are scanned, including photographs. Copies are available to the public for purchase.

For more information, visit www. wdm.ca/library. michael.raine@producer.com

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MEAT PROCESSING

These two cull cows are roughly the same age but are vastly different in type.

Cull cows provide more than ground beef for burgers

This cow weighs 850 lb. and probably has a dressing percentage of 43-48 percent.

This larger, red Continental cow weighs about 1,650 lb. and is carrying a lot of fat.

Slaughter cows are turned into corned beef, tenderloins, ribs and rib eye

BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

Pasture Riders AAFC Community Pasture Program Seasonal vacancies are anticipated in several locations in Saskatchewan and Manitoba.

Pasture riders are required to check, treat and move cattle on horseback, monitor range conditions and stock water, and repair or rebuild fences.

Qualified applicant’s salary starts at $21.87/hour (pursuant to the Operational Services collective agreement between the Treasury Board and the Public Service Alliance of Canada, and other public service benefits). Qualified applicants are also eligible for an annual horse allowance of up to $1,750 based on 135 days of employment.

In order to qualify, applicants must: •

be proficient in English;

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have experience in checking, treating and moving cattle on horseback; and

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supply a minimum of two (2) fully fit, sound, trained working horses and related tack and equipment.

For more information on these positions, please contact: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), Programs Branch, Community Pasture Program, at 306-523-6642.

An ongoing inventory will be established from resumes received for the 2015 season.

Interested individuals should submit resumes by mail, fax or email to: AAFC – Programs Branch, 300-2010 12th Avenue, Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 0M3 Attention: Community Pasture Program Fax: 306-780-7166 Email: community.pastures@agr.gc.ca Applications received before March 3, 2015 will be given first consideration for the 2015 season.

Open to persons residing in Canada and Canadian citizens residing abroad.

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SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Cull cows have achieved record prices in the last few years and are an important part of the entire beef complex.

They end up at packing plants, where more than 40 percent of product is marketed as whole muscle cuts, depending on how valuable ground beef might be in the current market.

Cuts may include briskets for deli items such as corned beef, or tenderloins, ribs and rib eyes, which are sold to food service.

Canadian cattle are part of the mix.

Last year, Canada exported 270,000 slaughter cows and 81,500 bulls to the United States.

“A lot of people think that the cow is a byproduct of our industry and that most of the carcass once it’s produced is ground into ground beef. In fact that is not actually correct,” Keith Belk, a meat scientist from Colorado State University, told the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association convention, which was held in San Antonio Feb. 3-7.

“If you have been in an Arby’s, you have eaten a product from a cow that was a subprimal that was completely denuded of all fat before it was cooked and injected with a brine and prepared for sale.… These products are extremely valuable to the industry.”

Some cuts from a cow have more value than those from a fed steer or heifer. The round from the hind limb of animal can have considerable value, said Dale Woerner, also from Colorado State.

Round cuts can be hard to sell in the fed business because they are tougher, but they are lean in the cow industry and carry value.

“Most fed beef plants will struggle selling outside rounds or bottom round flats,” he said.

“Their leanness is great, but they do not have the tenderness we need to transform them into steakable cuts.”

Cows are variable in quality, but value can be earned from the hide, organs, blood, tails, fat, meat and bone meal as well as the whole muscle cuts and trim.

About half a percent of beef cows and two percent of dairy cows are condemned because of sores, lesions, bruises, cancer eye and damaged livers. Sometimes only parts of the carcass are deemed unfit for human consumption rather than the entire carcass.

“As they get older, they are more prone to having things wrong with them than a younger animal, and you are going to see higher condemnation rates,” Belk said.

Dressing percentages are also highly variable and may be 38 to 60 percent.

Age does not have a major effect on dressing percentage. Older cows may have more connective tissue, which makes the meat tougher.

Packers do not want overly fat cows because the fat has to be removed.

Lean content is reduced by 2.5 percent for every tenth of an inch of fat over the 12th rib. Whiter fat is preferred.

Feeding a high plane of nutrition to beef type market cows is the most effective way to improve carcass red meat and fat yields as well as improve the overall quality and palatability of cow beef.

Steroidal implants can also improve fed cow traits, said Belk.

Cull cows coming off green grass are likely to have less desirable yellow fat.

“One of the most important things you can do as a cattleman, even before you get ready to sell cows, if it is not economically viable to feed them for any length of time, make sure you market them when they are in good condition,” Belk said.

Condition scores of three to five out of 10 for market cows are acceptable.

They should also be given time after calving to rebuild muscling. barbara.duckworth@producer.com

PACKING PROBLEMS The United States conducted a cow quality audit in 2007, and recent interviews with packing plants noted some of the same problems are still present: • Cattle still come in bruised or may have “fiery fat,” in which capillaries in the fat burst when the cow was stressed.

• About a half a percent of beef cows and two percent of dairy cows are condemned.

• Livers, tongues and hearts may be condemned.

• Brands need to move away from the ribs or middle of the animal to protect as much of the hide for the leather market as possible.

• Withdrawals for medications must be strictly observed.

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COMMON BUTCHER CUTS

MEASURING UP

To begin the butchering process, the carcass is separated at the forequarter and hindquarter along the rib at right angles to the spinal column through the ventral portion of the flank. The diagram shows some of the common cuts that are made from the front and hind quarter portions.

Dressing percentage is calculated by dividing the warm carcass weight by the shrunk live weight of the animal and expressing the result as a percentage.

• For example, the hide, head, feet and gut are removed from an animal that arrives at a processor weighing 1,300 pounds. The warm carcass then weighs 767 lb. The dressing percent of this animal would be 767 divided by 1,300 multiplied by 100, or 59 percent.

Front quarter PLATE: short plate bone-in, short plate eye (yakiniku, short plate boneless, outside skirt, super pastrami (karubi), inside skirt

Hind quarter

RIB: beef rib, blade meat, rib eye, short rib, back ribs

HIP: various bones, boneless hip, baron of beef, ponderosa hip handle on, beef round roasts

FLANK: tenderloin skinned/ denuded, flank steak, tenderloin butt defatted, rose meat

SIRLOIN: tenderloin, full sirloin (tenderloin attached), top sirloin butt, top sirloin cap, bottom sirloin butt

BRISKET: beef brisket bone-in, boneless, deckle removed, point cut deckle

SHANK: foreshank bonein, foreshank boneless, foreshank bones

CHUCK: square cut, neck bone, top blade, shoulder tender, blade bone-in roast, short rib boneless

LOIN: steak tail (loin tail), strip loin, short loin

Source: Canadian Beef and Veal Handbook | MICHELLE HOULDEN GRAPHICS

• The animal is weighed after transportation to the packing plant, which means that live weight is a shrunk weight. The carcass is weighed warm as opposed to cold. The dressing percentage for a cold carcass can be two percentage points lower than the warm carcass dressing percentage for the same carcass.

• The dressing percentage of cattle marketed in Canada will differ from that of similar animals marketed in the United States.

The U.S. carcass weight includes the weight of the kidney, pelvic and heart fat, which is not included in the Canadian carcass weight. As a result, dressing percentages for equivalent animals are 2.5 to three percent higher in the U.S. than Canada.

Source: Alberta Agriculture

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AG EDUCATION

B.C. First Nation farm school puts land to work The school plans to emphasize indigenous activities, including gardening with medicinal plants and native herbs

BY TOM WALKER FREELANCE WRITER

A British Columbia First Nation is working with one of the province’s university’s to open a First Nation farm school.

“This is the first farm education program that attempts to integrate First Nation principles with the science of farming,” said Corine Singfield, manager of the Tsawwassen Farm School in Delta, B.C. “The program aims to have both world views benefit from each other’s.”

The farm, which is located on 20 acres of Tsawwassen First Nation land south of Vancouver, will open in March with 16 students.

Plans are for a traditional medicine garden and food forest and an orchard and market garden using organic practices.

“This year’s enrolment is all First Nation students,” said Kent Mullinix, director of Kwantlen Polytechnic University’s Institute for Sustainable Food Systems.

“That is our preference, though not exclusively.”

KENT MULLINIX KWANTLEN POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY

Most students are members of communities in the Fraser Valley, though the Lillooet First Nation has

sent one student, with the hopes of establishing a similar teaching farm in that community. Another student is from the Shuswap Nation.

“The typical student will be a self motivated individual who wants t o learn how to farm,” said Mullinix.

Kristen Elkow, planning and development manager for the Tsawwassen First Nation, said the idea grew out of discussions over what to do with the community’s farmland.

“Membership decided that one focus would be an education facility,” she said.

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Mullinix said the proposal wasn’t a stretch for the university.

“It certainly fits our mandate of developing small scale farming projects with individual communities.”

It already operates a farm school in Richmond, B.C. Elkow said the school allows the First Nation to better use its land.

“TFN recognizes that they are in close proximity to a good deal of farmland. There is a connection to the farming community here,” Elkow said. “Our community members have been farming in the past, or working with harvesting in more conventional farming.”

The First Nation and the university each contributed $50,000 to hire a co-ordinator and start the project.

“We are going to run the school on a cost recovery basis after that,” Mullinix said.

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Students should be able to apply for local educational grants to cover the $5,000 tuition costs. Classes will run two afternoons a week and all day Saturday from March to November.

It is expected that students will spend as much extra time as possible on the land.

There are no entrance requirements or exams.

“This is pure teaching and pure learning,” said Mullinix.

“This is the art, science and business of small scale market crop farming, with an emphasis on doing.”

Students will spend 300 hours of class time and more than 350 hours of practicum covering crop production, soil and water management, animal husbandry, small farm carpentry and welding, tractor and equipment maintenance, business planning and marketing and indigenous food systems.

“The indigenous food systems class is an exploration of food traditions that have evolved over hundreds and thousands of years and that are geographically pertinent,” said Singfield.

The school will emphasis hands-on learning in participatory indigenous food related activities and learning indigenous concepts, principles, ethics and working with seasonal cycles and rituals.

It will plant and maintain an indigenous garden with blueberries, cranberries, medicine plants and wapato, a tuber found in wetlands that was traditionally grown and harvested by Salish speaking peoples.

“Native herbs and bulbs from the Salish territory will be grown in the perennial traditional medicine garden,” said Singfield. “ The food forest garden is an attempt at restoring and replicating a piece of forest as it used to be before the land was cleared for development and agriculture. We will draw from agroforestry principles and hopefully harvest salmon berries, fiddleheads and oyster mushrooms eventually.”

Successful students will be able to access up to one half-acre of incubator farmland for up to three years to hone their farm and business skills, while having access to mentoring and shared tools.

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CROP RESEARCH

Study rates canaryseed response to nutrients Researchers examine how different nutrient rates affect the crop

BY KAREN BRIERE REGINA BUREAU

WHITE CITY, Sask. — Researchers know that canaryseed responds to chloride more than other cereal crops and advise growers to apply it as potash to give the crop what it needs.

However, questions remain about whether canaryseed responds differently to other macro and micronutrients.

Bill May, an Agriculture Canada researcher at Indian Head, Sask., ran the first year of a new trial in 2014 to examine applications of nitrogen, chloride, phosphorus, sulfur, zinc, copper, boron and manganese at six sites.

The results showed a nitrogen response at all six locations.

“The optimum rate ranged from 15 to 90 (lb. per acre) and normally I’m recommending 30 to 40 pounds per acre of nitrogen,” he said.

“Chloride response was three out of six locations. We had a phosphate response at Indian Head and a zinc response at Scott.”

Saskatchewan research foundations in Indian Head, Swift Current, Redvers, Yorkton, Melfort and Scott all participated in the study, which was funded by the Saskatchewan government’s ADOPT program.

The 10 treatments ranged from no fertilizer up to 90 lb. per acre of nitrogen before adding chloride at 18 lb. per acre, then phosphorus at 30 lb. per acre and sulfur at 15 lb. per acre.

May also removed the chloride for one of these treatments.

Three lb. of copper were added for one treatment and three lb. of zinc for

Canaryseed responds to lower levels of chloride, but 35 to 40 pounds per acre are recommended. | FILE PHOTO another. Two treatments contained copper, zinc, boron and manganese at the highest levels of nitrogen.

May said the micronutrients were placed in the seed row at seeding.

“That way we could be more accurate and uniform across all our sites,” he told a recent Indian Head Agricultural Research Foundation crop seminar.

May said soil test results still have to be incorporated in these early findings.

There were some challenges.

At Indian Head the results were more variable than he expected because of high and low areas in the field.

“When we separated the plots out to high areas and low areas, you can see that we had a fairly large response to chloride at Indian Head on the loam soil,” he said.

“That’s what we would expect.

Chloride moves with water, so I’m not surprised that in the low areas we did not see much of a response, especially with all the water we had this year from our excess moisture. In the

higher elevations we saw a fairly marked response to the chloride.”

The chloride responses were also seen at Swift Current and Yorkton.

However, the nitrogen responses varied.

Swift Current needed 15 lb. per acre at the most, while Scott responded to all nitrogen rates.

May said canaryseed does respond

to lower levels of chloride of 20 lb. per acre, but he recommended 35 to 40.

“If your equipment is off in your calibration, you still have enough chloride,” he said.

May has reapplied for funding to continue the study this year.

This year’s canaryseed work should include a crop sequencing project, and May plans to apply this spring for

a 2016 project on aphids.

As well, a project that looked at plot size and fungicide application to control septoria leaf mottle in canaryseed finished its second year in 2014.

“One thing I’m frustrated with is our field scale tests always could detect a statistical difference much easier than my small plots could,” he said.

The project used six plot sizes: 13, 26 and 39 feet by 35 feet each and the same widths by 70 feet long.

The fungicide treatments were a check, Tilt, Twinline, Prosaro and a late application of Prosaro after optimal timing.

The fungicides were applied at early to full heading. May said he isn’t quite as aggressive when applying fungicide to canaryseed because septoria develops late when the canopy fills and closes.

“Currently, after the two years, the 70 feet plot length seems to be the most consistent way of increasing our ability to detect differences from septoria leaf mottle,” he said.

Funding through the Agriculture Development Fund continues for this project this year. karen.briere@producer.com

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Experts study micronutrients effect on disease, yields

BY KAREN BRIERE REGINA BUREAU

WHITE CITY, Sask. — Micronutrient deficiencies rarely cause huge yield losses, but soil scientist Jeff Schoenau says the elements are still essential for a healthy crop.

The University of Saskatchewan researcher recently used copper uptake as an example at the recent Indian Head Agricultural Research Foundation crop management seminar. He said copper uptake is only a few grams per acre but plays a critical role in plant development.

He said micronutrients can be mysterious. Deficiencies show up and then disappear and the symptoms

can be easily confused with other types of plant stress.

Often, combinations of soil and environmental conditions result in the deficiency.

Schoenau said producers should use soil tests, tissue tests and visual inspection to find out for sure.

“Misjudgment can be expensive,” he said, noting some of the elements aren’t cheap.

“In the case of some of those micronutrients, if you apply too much you can end up with toxicity issues.”

The micronutrients of main concern are copper, zinc, manganese, iron, boron and chlorine.

“In Saskatchewan, it’s the sandy grey soils in the northern agricultural

JEFF SCHOENAU SOIL SCIENTIST

fringe that tend to have the greatest frequency of true micronutrient deficiencies,” Schoenau said.

The deficiencies show up in patches throughout most of the grain belt, often in eroded areas and on knolls.

Copper deficiency is the most likely to arise, particularly in western Saskatchewan and into Alberta, and shows up most commonly in cereal

crops. It is identified by a symptom known as pigtailing, in which the ends of the leaves will pinch off and curl or twist.

Copper is needed for enzyme activation, hormone regulation and energy reactions in the plant. It can also play a role in disease resistance.

Schoenau said a lack of copper may aggravate ergot infection because the floret stays open longer and increases the potential for the ergot spore to get into the plant.

“That’s not to say you can cure an ergot problem by the application of copper,” Schoenau said.

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spond to soil-applied copper, but a foliar application resulted in a large yield benefit.

Boron is important for cell division, cell wall extension, reproduction, pollination and development at the growing tips of plants. Schoenau said curling of leaves, particularly the young leaves, could indicate a boron deficiency. However, it can also look like a lack of sulfur.

Canola and alfalfa crops are most susceptible to a lack of boron.

Schoenau said research has shown that large yield responses to added boron are rare in Western Canada.

Experiments in growth chambers under controlled conditions didn’t provide statistically significant yield benefits, he added.

“Even on soils with very low extractable boron content, no significant responses to canola from boron application have been observed or reported,” he said.

Schoenau cautioned that there is a fine line between boron deficiency, sufficiency and toxicity. Over-applying it can cause problems.

Last year, researchers examined whether adding boron could reduce the incidence of clubroot.

The work was done in Alberta, Ontario and Quebec on soil infected with the disease, and researchers found that the micronutrient had no effect.

“Nor did they find that the boron had any significant effect on the yield of the canola, except on one organic soil in Ontario,” Schoenau said.

Adding zinc to cereal crops can increase yields. Zinc, like copper and manganese, is involved in electron transport and other physiological functions.

“Soil-applied zinc sulfate seems to be quite susceptible to fixation,” Schoenau said, which doesn’t make it effective in some prairie soils.

A study done three years ago on yield response to zinc in lentils found positive results. On the other hand, some soils that were already high in zinc led to a negative response.

Schoenau said this makes it hard to predict what zinc will do. However, if it is to be applied, it should be foliar rather than in the soil.

Chloride controls cell water entry and exit and maintains a charge balance, Schoenau said. It may also play a role in disease resistance, particularly root rot and leaf spot diseases.

“There is potential, I think, for response of cereals in highly leached soils that are low in extractable chloride,” he said.

He said the use of more potash in fertilizer blends is reducing the incidence of deficiency.

As well, 90 percent of the chloride is in the straw, so much of it is left behind at harvest.

Manganese deficiencies are rare in southern Saskatchewan, and iron deficiencies are also almost unheard of, except that soybeans can be susceptible. It appears as inter-veinal chlorosis, or yellowing. The veins will stay green but the leaf tissue will turn yellow.

High pH levels, poor drainage, salinity and high nitrate content can aggravate iron deficiency. Schoenau said soybean varieties vary, and producers who are concerned about it should select varieties that will do better under low iron conditions. karen.briere@producer.com

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SAME BUT DIFFERENT

Wheat pool, railways make waves FROM THE ARCHIVES

BRUCE DYCK, COPY EDITOR

T

he Western Producer takes a weekly look at some of the stories that made headlines in issues of the paper from 75, 50, 25 and 10 years ago.

75 YEARS AGO: FEB. 29, 1940

meeting to discuss the troubles plaguing the canola industry. Ken Matchett, chief executive of XCAN Grain, said crushers believed prices were too high and producers believed prices were too low.

Ultrasound, or ultrasonics as the story described it, was touted as a way for cattle producers to improve their breeding and marketing programs by taking pictures of the rib eye area while the animal was alive.

10 YEARS AGO: FEB. 24, 2005 Saskatchewan Wheat Pool delegates agreed to turn the grain handler into a publicly traded company by relinquishing control of farmers’ vot-

ing shares. Chief Executive Officer Mayo Schmidt said the move would put the company into its strongest financial position ever. It also paved the way for the pool to buy Agricore United, change its name to Viterra and eventually be bought by a large multinational called Glencore, but that was all in the future.

Canadian trade minister Jim Peterson was optimistic that the World Trade Organization was just about to reach a deal in agricultural issues, four years after the Doha Round began.

What such a deal would do to the Canadian Wheat Board and supply management remained up in the air.

Ten years later, the wheat board has

This photo is from The Western Producer Magazine section of Aug. 30, 1959, which published a special feature on Churchill. It showed three ships riding at anchor in Hudson Bay as they waited to enter the northern port. lost its marketing monopoly at the hands of a Canadian government, supply management remains alive

and well and W TO talks are still stalled. bruce.dyck@producer.com

The war dominated the front page of this issue. The main story was about Allied patrols sinking two German ships in the Arctic as France and Britain extended their sea blockade north. Another story detailed Finnish losses to the Soviets in a major February offensive. As well, a soldier, civil servant and former parliamentary reporter were arrested in Ottawa and charged with sedition for distributing communist literature.

Saskatchewan Wheat Pool released the results of its 1939 junior co-operators variety tests. The trials focused on five rust-resistant wheat varieties as well as Marquis, largely because of the recent controversy over the merits of rust resistant varieties. The trials included Marquis, Thatcher, Apex, Renown, Regent and Rival.

Results were mixed.

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Canadian National Railway told the Hudson Bay Route Association that it would try to make freight rates on its line to Churchill competitive with those from the Prairies to Montreal.

As well, the association asked exporters to move 30 million bushels of grain through the northern port in 1965.

Only 21.65 million bu. were shipped the previous year. To put that into perspective, 19.84 million bu. were shipped through Churchill in 2014.

To show how some aspects of farming haven’t changed significantly over the years, farmers were being warned to check the quality and germination of their seed. A large proportion of the 1964 crop was in the “doubtful” category for seed purposes because of frost damage, a wet fall and unfavourable harvesting conditions.

World events used to receive more attention in The Western Producer than they do now. The front page of this issue reported on the assassination of Malcolm X in New York City and a new military junta taking power in South Vietnam.

25 YEARS AGO: MARCH 1, 1990 An Australian multinational, Elders IXL Ltd., announced it was getting out of the grain business, which would mean selling inland terminals in Moose Jaw, Sask., and Winnipeg. The general manager of the company’s Canadian operations, who was interviewed for this story, was Ian White, now president of CWB. Federal agriculture minister Charlie Mayer called a by-invitation-only

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Wind tunnel rates spray nozzle drift Choosing a nozzle size, model and application rate depends on the coverage desired

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There is no shortage of sprayer nozzle varieties on the agricultural market, and most, if not all of them, have been tested at Alberta Agriculture’s AgTech Centre at Lethbridge College.

At an open house Feb. 12, project manager Brian Storozynsky demonstrated the wind tunnel used to test nozzles and measure their potential to produce airborne spray drift.

The wind tunnel was built in the early 1990s to study airflow around sprayer shrouds, which were in fairly common use at the time.

The advent of high clearance, selfpropelled sprayers put an end to most shroud use, partly because of their bulk, which prevented folding for transport.

The early 1990s also saw another significant change in chemical spraying.

“At about that time we started seeing drift go up, for two reasons. … A lot of the nozzles were being de-signed to accommodate rate controllers. What happened there is they were making the sprays finer and finer, the spray angles wider and wider, and we just got more and more drift.”

Shrouds were developed to help limit the drift problem but weren’t effective, Storozynksy said.

The wind tunnel, which can generate air speeds up to 65 km-h, is used to test droplet size and drift from various nozzles.

For demonstration purposes last week, Storozynsky tested flat fan nozzles, which were popular in the 1980s, low drift nozzles popular in the 1990s and air-induced nozzles that are in vogue now.

The major potential for drift from flat fan nozzles was quickly evident through the wind tunnel’s viewing window.

“That was pretty common in the late ’80s, early ’90s,” he said of the flat fan type. “It does a great job. You get thousands and thousands of droplets in a square inch.”

But even at 25 km-h, which Storozynsky described as a typical day for spraying in southern Alberta, the drift was obvious.

When you’re choosing a nozzle, you’ve got to compromise between drift and coverage.

BRIAN STOROZYNSKY ALBERTA AGRICULTURE AGTECH CENTRE

Drift was reduced by about half in the low-drift nozzle test, and that amount was dramatically reduced in the venturi nozzle test. However, that doesn’t necessarily mean the venturi is always ideal, Storozynsky said.

“When you’re choosing a nozzle, you’ve got to compromise between drift and coverage. All the studies we’ve done over the years with this wind tunnel and in the field, that’s what’s come out of it. Better nozzles, nozzles with better choices.”

The data is available from the AgTech Centre.

Initial plans to put the data on Alberta Agriculture’s Ropin’ the Web site did not work out because the large amount of information could not be easily maintained.

Storozynsky said he now sends data to those who inquire.

The database allows the user to select nozzle manufacturer, model, size, application rate and pressure.

The program will then list suitable choices for the task at hand.

The AgTech Centre also has a nozzle spray test patternator, built in the early 1980s to measure nozzle spray uniformity, angle and overlap. It can test 20-foot boom sections and measures at 16 millimetre intervals, which is the highest resolution in the world, according to AgTech sources.

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ELK EXPORTS

U.S. HEALTH STUDY

South Korea may open door to elk velvet

Eggs, red meat not cholesterol concern: health panel

BY MARY MACARTHUR CAMROSE BUREAU

A thaw has begun that may soon allow Canadian elk velvet producers to sell to South Korea after being frozen out of the lucrative market for 14 years.

Canadian elk officials were asked during a recent trade mission to Korea to sign a memorandum of understanding to work on reopening trade between the two countries.

“That news was beyond any expectation I would of ever had,” said Connie Seutter, director of the Canadian Cervid Alliance and chair of the Alberta Elk Commission.

“I didn’t have any knowledge, or expectation or suspicion that this would happen when we left for Korea. This caught me off guard. This is fantastic.”

Korea closed its door to Canadian elk exports in December 2000 after an elk exported from Canada later tested positive for chronic wasting disease.

The halcyon days of Canadian producers receiving $120 a pound for elk velvet antler ended. Prices plummeted to $10 a lb. and hundreds of producers left the industry.

Elk producers have lobbied Canadian officials to help reopen the border to Korea, but Korean officials weren’t interested in Canadian elk antler.

A change in leadership within the Korean elk association and a shortage of elk velvet antler seems to have softened their position, said Seutter.

“The change has come within their industry, and now they are lobbying their government,” she said.

Seutter met with members of the pharmaceutical industry during the trade mission and also met with the influential Korean Deer Breeders Association.

“One of the fantastic, good news stories that came out of the trade mission was the president of the Korean Deer Breeders Association asked us if we were willing to sign a memorandum of understanding between the two industries to work together to get the borders reopened,” she said.

Korean elk producer Yu-Hwang Chung, president of the Korean Deer Breeders Association, will be at the Alberta Elk Commission’s convention in March to continue the discussion.

Seutter said a basic framework of the memorandum of understanding has already been drafted.

Koreans want to access Canadian science and technology regarding CWD as well as learn best farm practices to produce faster growing antler, develop better herd management and improve feeding programs.

“They want a knowledge exchange, and we are looking for them to lobby the government to allow our green velvet antler,” she said. “They have a big market inside their own country.”

A reopened border would give Canadian elk producers’ direct access to their main elk velvet antler customer. All elk velvet is now sold to buyers in Hong Kong, who then resell it around the world.

More than 700 elk farms operate in Canada, with most of the production in Saskatchewan and Alberta. mary.macarthur@producer.com

A review of past studies finds no correlation between dietary cholesterol and “bad” cholesterol in the blood NEW YORK, N.Y. (Reuters) — Egg and red meat lovers may find reason to rejoice in a decision by a U.S. advisory health panel to remove warnings about dietary cholesterol.

The panel says there is no link to dangerous levels of blood cholesterol that cause disease.

The Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee had recommended that cholesterol intake be limited to 300 milligrams per day, about the amount in two eggs.

After reviewing scores of studies that showed no correlation between dietary cholesterol and serum cholesterol, which is often referred to as

the “bad” cholesterol present in the blood, the committee determined that cholesterol was not “a nutrient of concern for overconsumption.”

For decades, health and government officials warned against consumption of high-cholesterol food, such as red meat and eggs, saying they greatly increased the risk of heart disease and obesity.

However, many doctors and nutritionists now say there is no link between dietary cholesterol and dangerous levels of cholesterol in the blood that cause disease.

“Many of us for a long time have believed the dietary guidelines were

pointing in the wrong direction,” Steven Nissen, chair of the Cleveland Clinic’s cardiovascular medicine department. “It is long overdue.”

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Department of Agriculture will use the advisory committee’s report to write the 2015 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, a blueprint that outlines the ideal American diet and is updated every five years.

In another change of course, the committee recommended three diets that comprise more than 30 percent fat: a healthy diet based on U.S. food, the Mediterranean diet

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Several studies have shown that the Mediterranean diet, which emphasizes protein, whole grain and food high in “good” fats such as olive oil, avocados and nuts, lowers the risk of heart disease.

As has been the case for years, the report found that most Americans don’t eat enough vegetables, fruit, low-fat dairy and whole grains. Most diets are too high in calories and refined grains, such as white bread and pasta, saturated fat, added sugars and salt, the committee wrote.

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WATCH FOR TREMENDOUSLY Unique Antique and Collector Auction for Adrian and Kevin Paton, Saturday, March 28th, Arcola, SK. Over 75 advertising signs. Check websites: www.mrankinauctions.com or: www.rosstaylorauction.com

LY C O M I N G 0 - 3 2 0 , 1 5 0 / 1 6 0 H P ; 0-290-D, 135 HP, 1100 SMOH. Lethbridge, AB. 403-327-4582, 403-308-0062.

1963 CESSNA 182F, 3250 TTSN, 850 SMOH, 15 SPOH, Mode C, ADF, DME, NAV/COM, Nav-o-Matic 300 auto pilot, LR fuel tanks, STOL, extensive annual currently being performed at Swift Current, $50,000.

Phone: 306-457-7712, Creelman, SK. ldallan@outlook.com 1976 PIPER ARCHER 181, 9/10, restored/ maintained by Ken Pashovitz. 1283 TTSN, full panel, new: paint, leather upholstery, tires, brakes, EGT, $59,500. 306-382-9024, WANTED POWERED PARACHUTE, Intercom helmets, or other accessories, all in good condition. Phone 780-926-6513.

STATIONARY ENGINE COLLECTION for sale.

No trade/cash, $87,000. Serious inquiries AERIAL APPLICATION/ CROP SPRAYING, only. 250-963-7063, bjarbek@telus.net Call us at Yorkton Aircraft. Canada's largest ag air support facility and Canada's only WANTED: HOOD AND belt pulley from a factory authorized Thrush Aircraft dealer. Massey Harris 25 style tractor. Call Helping this industry grow for over 25 780-853-0262. years, we can help you too! Twitter: YorktonAircraft| 800-776-4656, Yorkton, SK. WANTED: FORDSON DEXTA, any condition considered. Phone 403-823-8264, cheryl@yorktonaircraft.com Drumheller, AB. www.yorktonaircraft.com

WANTED: PROP FOR 85 HP Continental.

For sale: most of 75 HP Continental, cylinders rebored 15 over, new pistons and rings, engine log. 306-426-2731 eves., Smeaton, SK. 1959 CESSNA 180, tight 2870 w/new keels, wheel gear, June C of A, 5550 TTAF, 1993 WAG -AERO CUB, same as J3 single 730 hrs on 0-470R, 210 since reman. Prop engine prop, plane in excellent condition, 155, new glass, $84,000. Consider part low hrs. Will sell on floats, or wheels O.M. trade- small taildragger, pontoon boat.

For more info. 807-934-6815, Ignace, ON. 204-330-1758, Winnipeg, MB. grovesmorris@yahoo.com

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES Auction, Sunday March 01, 10:30 AM, Kronau Memorial Hall, Kronau, SK. Antique oak furniture and collectibles. 306-551-9411, www.2sauctioneers.ca PL #333133.

WANTED: CASE V tractor running or for 1948 JOHN DEERE AR gas, electric start, parts. Call 403-729-2529, Rocky Mountain lights, PTO, hydraulic, excellent condition. 1998 OLYMPIA ICE machine, all wheel drive, Chevy engine, runs well, excellent Contact 306-735-7250, Whitewood, SK. House, AB. cond., $9200. 204-871-4365, Oakville, MB. 1963 MINNEAPOLIS MOLINE, gas, factory loader, bucket and spear, new clutch, runs good, $4500. 306-783-9669, Yorkton, SK. WANTED: TRACTOR MANUALS, sales broWANTED: FARMHAND HAY sweep w/quick chures, tractor catalogs. 306-373-8012, detach anchors to fit F11, F236, etc. Farm- Saskatoon, SK. hand loaders 204-856-3310 MacGregor MB WOOD BURNING STOVE, mint, 1930’s Enterprise, $600. 2- ea. solid maple butcher b l o c k s : 1 at 2 0 / 2 0 - 1 0 , $ 7 5 0 ; 1 at 20/20-16, $950. 1920’s upright oak pump organ, exc. cond., $600. Vegreville, AB., call Ron 780-603-3117, 8 AM to 7 PM. ANTIQUE UPRIGHT PLAYER piano, late 1800’s, all refinished, beautiful condition.

306-735-7250, Whitewood, SK. OLDER CATALOGUES, Sears/Eaton’s; calendars; oil maps; round window in frame; homemade soap. 306-654-4802, Prud’Homme, SK.

ADRIAN’S MAGNETO SERVICE Guaranteed repairs on mags and ignitors. Repairs.

Parts. Sales. 204-326-6497. Box 21232, Steinbach, MB. R5G 1S5.

NEW TRACTOR PARTS. Specializing in 1935 WD40 on road steel, low S/N, orig. engine rebuild kits and thousands of other paint, first dsl. tractor sold in MB, exc. run- parts. Savings! Service manuals and dening, $12,500. 204-764-2015, Hamiota MB cals. Also Steiner Parts Dealer. Our 41st www.diamondfarmtractorparts.com ANTIQUE TRACTORS: JD 830 and JD 820 year!

Call 1-800-481-1353. paint all redone and tires great on both; IHC WD9, all redone. Call 306-869-3113, GRAIN CLEANER, HARVEY GEISEL, 5 Radville, SK. rotary; Bobsleigh, nice condition; New set of driving harness; Radiator to fit WINTER PROJECTS: IH W4, IH WD6, IH 2470 Case and lots of parts; 930 Case, moH, JD AR, JD R, JD RC 70 dsl., JD 730 RC tor runs good; 4-bottom plow; Potato dsl., 1929 JD D, Oliver 77 RC, MH 44 RC hiller, old; 1-bottom plow; Horse rake; dsl., MH 55 dsl., Fordson Major, Caterpillar Factory duals to fit 2670, 20.8x34; SnapRD4. 204-745-7445, Carman, MB. On duals, 18.4x38; Factory duals to fit JD 4440. 403-928-0512, Golden Prairie, SK. APPROX. 35 ANTIQUE and Collectible Tractors, running and/or parts, also front McCORMICK W30, on rubber, running, end loaders. 306-728-4702, 306-621-5519 1937; McCormick 1020, on steel, runMelville, SK. Tractors may go to auction. ning, 1923. 306-882-3206, Rosetown, SK.

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COMING MARCH 7&8, 2015: Mark your calendar now for the Border City Collectors’ Show and Sale. Antiques, farm toys, dolls, coins and more. Don 306-825-3584 or Brad 780-846-2977, Lloydminster. www.bordercitycollectors.com 20+ BRADFORD COLLECTOR PLATES- new in boxes. Call 306-375-2921, Kyle, SK. WANTED: OLD CANADIAN paper money and coins. Will pay book price.

204-764-2178, Hamiota, MB. BORDER CITY COLLECTOR Show & Sale, Lloydminster Stockade Convention Centre, SK-AB, Sat. Mar. 7, 9AM to 5PM, Sun. Mar. 8, 10AM to 4PM, 2015. Featuring: antiques, farm toys, coins and more!

Brad: 780-846-2977, Don: 306-825-3584. www.bordercitycollectors.com

SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 9 AM, EISNER AUCTION CENTRE, 2 miles East, Swan River, MB. Manitoba’s Largest 45th Annual Spring Equip. Consignment Sale includes Bertram Acres Ltd. (Lloyd and Christine) Unreserved Farm Dispersal Late Model Immaculate Farm Equipment. 2010 CR 9080 NH combine 595 thresher; 2003 NH 94C 30’ straight cut header/transport; 2009 T9040 NH tractor, 1108 hours; 2004 Western Star, 500 HP, Detroit 13 speed, 540,000 kms; 2010 Lode-King Super B, 2- 26’ grain trailers; 2008 Bourgault 6450 air tank; 2004 47’ Bourgault 5710 cultivator; 2007 HW325 turbo 4.5 NH diesel swather, 580 hrs; 2003 72’ Bourgault heavy harrow. For more complete list: www.eisnerauctions.com Complete farm sales/ single items welcome! Book your farm sale now on your farm or our location. For highest possible prices sell equipment at this popular sale. Lawrence Eisner Auctions, Minitonas, MB., call 204-525-2225 or Ryan 204-734-0191.

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New and used parts available for 3 ton highway tractors including custom built tandem converters and wet kits. All truck makes/models bought and sold. Shop service available. Specializing in repair and custom rebuilding for transmissions and differentials. Now offering driveshaft repair and assembly from passenger vehicles to heavy trucks. For more info call 306-668-5675 or 1-877-362-9465. www.saskatoontruckparts.ca DL #914394 SLEEPERS AND DAYCABS. New and used.

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Super B grain trailers for rent by the day, 2014 CHRYSLER 300C, AWD, $31,975. week or month. Contact 403-782-3333 or Phone 1-800-667-4414, Wynyard, SK. Henry at 403-350-8777, Lacombe, AB. www.thoens.com DL #909250.

CHECK OUT OUR inventory of quality used 2014 DODGE DART, Stk #P1607, up to 50 highway tractors. For more details call MPG. Clearout price, $16,998, $49 bi-wkly. 204-685-2222 or view information at 1-800-667-4755, www.dodgecityauto.com www.titantrucksales.com DL #911673.

THREE SETS 2014 AHV Lode-King Super 2014 IMPREZA LTD, quartz blue pearl, Bs, all aluminum, smooth sided, closed Nav, leather, fully loaded EP2LP, $29,064. end, fresh safety, exc. cond., no-lift axles, View www.subaruofsaskatoon.ca or call air ride, on-board weigh scales, alum.

1-877-373-2662. DL #914077. wheels, round alum. fenders, all approx. kms, $94,000 each. New trailers 2014 SUBARU IMPREZA sport, hatch, 125,000 daily. Swapping out our fleet. heated seats, sunroof, EG2SP, $26,964 arriving 1-866-236-4028, Calgary, AB. View www.subaruofsaskatoon.ca or call 1-877-373-2662. DL #914077.

NEW WILSON SUPER B in stock, 3 tridem, hoppers, also 2 tandems; 2006 Doepker 2015 CHRYSLER 200 Ltd. Stk #R1404, 2Super B; 2002 aluminum open-end Lodeclearout price $26,942, $154 bi-weekly, King Super B; 1997 Castleton Super B lead, 1-800-667-4755, www.dodgecityauto.com totally refurbished; 2004 Doepker tandem; DL #911673.

2000 40 Castleton, tandem; 1999 Cancade C H E C K O U T O U R p a r t s s p e c i a l s at tandem, exc. cond. Ron Brown Imp. www.Maximinc.Com/parts or call Maxim 306-493-9393 DL#905231 www.rbisk.ca Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946.

1995 GRAIN MASTER pup 18’ tandem grain trailer, stiff pole, completely rebuilt, new cond., new paint, $18,500; 1996 Midland 24’ tandem pup, stiff pole, completely rebuilt, new paint and brakes, like new, $20,500. Call Merv 306-276-7518, 306-767-2616 leave message, Arborfield, CHEAPER 1995 DOEPKER Super B’s, very SK. DL #906768. nice condition, will split. Call 306-654-7772, Saskatoon, SK.

ALL ALUMINUM TANDEMS, tridems and VS TRUCK WORKS Inc. Parting out GM Super B Timpte grain trailers. Call Maxim 1/2 and 1 ton trucks. Call 403-972-3879, Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946 or see Alsask, SK. www.vstruckworks.com www.Maximinc.Com WRECKING TRUCKS: All makes all 2007 DOEPKER GRAIN trailers, Super B models. Need parts? Call 306-821-0260 trailers, good shape, $55,000. Call after or email: junkman.2010@hotmail.com 6:00 PM. 306-773-3616, Swift Current, SK. Wrecking Dodge, Chev, GMC, Ford and Djfarms@gmail.com others. Lots of 4x4 stuff, 1/2 ton - 3 ton, buses etc. and some cars. We ship by bus, SANDBLASTING AND PAINTING. We do mail, Loomis, Purolator. Lloydminster, SK. welding, patching, repairs, rewiring of trucks, trailers, heavy equip., etc. We use epoxy primers and polyurethane topcoats.

Competitive rates. Agrimex 306-432-4444, ALL ALUMINUM TANDEMS, tridems and Dysart, SK. Super B Timpte grain trailers. Call Maxim Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946 or see www.Maximinc.Com NORMS SANDBLASTING & PAINT, 40 years body and paint experience. We do metal and fiberglass repairs and integral to 1997 FORD CROWN VICTORIA for sale, daycab conversions. Sandblasting and loaded, good condition, 183,500 kms, paint to trailers, trucks and heavy equip.

306-429-2780, Glenavon, SK. Endura primers and topcoats. A one stop shop. Norm 306-272-4407, Foam Lake SK. 2013 PRESTIGE LODE-KING Super Bs, fresh safeties, exc. cond., no lift axles, air ride, on-board weigh scales, alum. wheels, flat alum. fenders, $74,000 OBO. Call 1-866-236-4028, Calgary, AB.

2005 MERCURY GRAND Marquis, leather, vg, only 104,000 kms., SK tax paid, $9900.

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2007 MUSTANG, V6, std. trans., A/T/C, mag wheels, 2 sets of tires, 124,000 kms, exc. shape, $10,900 OBO; 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 4 dr. sedan, V6, auto., remote start, new: tires, exhaust, battery, steering pump and steering rack. Lady driven, exc. shape, 172,000 kms, $7950. Call Merv 306-276-7518 or 306-767-2616 leave message, Arborfield, SK.

REMOTE CONTROL TRAILER CHUTE openers can save you time, energy and keep you safe this seeding season. FM remote controls provide maximum range and instant response while high torque drives operate the toughest of chutes.

Easy installation. Kramble Industries, call 306-933-2655, or visit us online at: www.kramble.net Saskatoon, SK. 1997 LODE-KING TRIDEM, 90% tread on new tires, farm use only, shedded, approx.

200,000 kms, no rust bubbles, $30,000 OBO. 403-502-2380, Richmound, SK. WANTED: USED TANDEM grain trailer for semi, in good condition. Call: Osler, SK. 306-225-4468.

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2009 MANAC WALKING floor trailer, exc. cond., 52’ long, 102’ wide, swing door, air ride, hydraulic operated, $75,000. Can Deliver. 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. GOOD TRAILERS, REASONABLY priced.

Tandem axle, gooseneck, 8-1/2x24’, Beavertail and ramps, 14,000 GVW, $6900; or triple axle, $7900. All trailers custom built from 2000 to 20,000 lbs., DOT approved.

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2013 CANCADE MODEL 35AR-200 end dump gravel trailer, electric tarp, 11R24.5 tires, new MB safety, $52,000. Can deliver.

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We have Wilson, Sundowner and Snake River stock and horse trailers. Call us for more info: 1-888-641-4508, Bassano, AB. YEAR END PRICING still available on all in stock alum. and steel W-W, Titan and Circle-d trailers. Grassland Trailers, Assiniboia, SK 306-640-8034 gm93@sasktel.net SOUTHLAND 16’x6.5 GOOSENECK stock trailer, new floor, rebuilt brakes and lights, new wheel bearings, good rubber, good cond, $5900. 306-698-7602, Wolseley, SK.

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Ramps optional. Hauser’s Machinery, Melville, SK. 1-888-939-4444. www.hausers.ca 53’ AND 48’ tridem and tandem stepdecks, with/without sprayer cradles; 53’, 48’ and 28’ tridem and tandem highboys, all steel and combos. SUPER B HIGHBOYS, will split; Tandem and S/A converter w/drop hitch; B-train aluminum tankers, certified; 53’-28’ van trailers; B-train salvage trailers; Ron Brown Imp. Call: 306-493-9393, DL#905231 www.rbisk.ca

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ALL TRAILERS COST LESS IN Davidson 1-800-213-8008 www.fasttoysforboys.com PRECISION TRAILERS: Gooseneck and bumper hitch. You’ve seen the rest, now own the best. Hoffart Services, Odessa, SK. 306-957-2033 www.precisiontrailer.com 36’ DORSEY ALUMINUM end dump, tri-axle, tarp, load gauges. Hauls silage, grain, distillers mash. 306-642-8111 Rockglen SK CARGO MATE, LIKE new, 14'x8' inside, 10 ply tires, 9800 axles, two spares, ramp door, $8950. 306-210-0031, Unity, SK. gar36ry72@gmail.com 80 MISC. SEMI-TRAILERS. Pictures and p r i c e s at w w w. t r a i l e r g u y. c a 306-222-2413, Saskatoon, SK.

ARNES REVERSE SUPER B GRAVEL TRAILERS, 2009 tridem, 1999 tandem lead, new hyd. cyl. on tridem, tires 50%, asking $69,000 for set. 306-621-9253, Yorkton, SK. REEFER VAN TRAILERS: 1996, 1997 and 2001, 48’, 2- 53’, reefers work excellent, safetied. Info. 204-871-4365, Oakville, MB 24’ GOOSENECK tridem 21,000 lbs, $7890; Bumper pull tandem lowboy: 18’, 14,000 lbs., $3975; 16’, 10,000 lbs., $3090; 16’, 7000 lbs., $2650. Factory direct.

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2006 GMC DURAMAX dsl. 4x4, ext. cab, runs very nice, 310,000 kms, good rubber, $9000, new safety. 204-871-0925, McGregor, MB.

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2003 DODGE RAM 2500 4x4 with service 1980 COLUMBIA LOWBED 9.6’ wide, re- box, 110,000 kms, $10,000. For info and movable neck beavertails, tandem new pics ph Harry 780-632-2516, Vegreville AB decking. David 306-238-4800, Goodsoil SK 2005 2500 HD Silverado LS, 4x4, ext. cab, Duramax with Allison, 267,000 kms.

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NEW INTERNATIONAL TERRASTAR 3 ton 4x4 at www.Maximinc.Com or call Maxim Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946.

2015 RAM 1500 crew or quad, 4x4 APAS price, $10,200 under dealer invoice. Eg. SXT, quad, 4x4, $27,550; or Eco diesel, quad, $32,870. Call 1-800-667-4414, Wynyard, SK. www.thoens.com DL #909250.

2015 CHEV SILVERADO 3500 HD LTZ dually, fully loaded! Nav, Sat. radio, DVD, Stk #V111425180, $71,900. D&D Vehicle Sales, 780-672-4400, Camrose, AB. 2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 HD LTZ 4 door, eng. 6.6L V-8 cyl., Nav, 23,536 kms, $65,900. V105912. D&D Vehicle Sales, Camrose, AB., 780-672-4400.

2014 RAM EXPRESS, quad cab 4x4 Black Ram Edition, Stk #P7098, Clearout Price $32,947 or $188 bi-wkly. 1-800-667-4755 or www.dodgecityauto.com DL #911673.

2014 RAM 1500 quad cab, SXT 4x4, 8 spd., Stk #P8803. Clearout price $42,995 or $243 Bi-weekly. Call 1-800-667-4755 or www.dodgecityauto.com DL #911673.

2014 DODGE RAM 3500 crew cab, 4x4 Stock #P332. Clearout Price $49,705 or $284 bi-weekly. Call 1-800-667-4755 or www.dodgecityauto.com DL #911673.

2014 DODGE RAM 2500 HD, crew, SLT, 4x4. Stk #P9041. Clearout Price $46,989 or $268 bi-weekly. 1-800-667-4755 or www.dodgecityauto.com DL #911673.

2012 RAM LARAMIE 2500 diesel crew, 4x4, $44,950, PST paid. 1-800-667-4414, Wynyard. DL#909250 www.thoens.com 2012 FORD F150 XTR 4X4, 5L V8 auto., ext. cab, new tires, grey, 68,000 kms, exc. cond., asking $26,500. 306-728-7852 or 306-748-2815, Neudorf, SK. 2011 FORD F-150 4X4 SuperCrew XTR, 5.0L V8, 76,224 kms, excellent condition, $26,500. OBO. 204-805-1197, La Salle, MB. 2009 F250 SUPER Duty, 6.4 dsl, crewcab, shortbox, 275,000 kms, truck needs nothing, would make good farm truck, $13,995 OBO. Ph Neil 306-231-8300, Humboldt, SK

2007 RAM 3500 quad cab, 4x4, 5.9 Cummins diesel; 2005 Ram 2500 quad cab SLT, 4x4, 5.9 Cummins diesel; 2004 Ram 2500 quad cab SLT, 4x4, 5.9 Cummins diesel; 2004 Chev 2500 Silverado ext. cab, 4x4; 2008 Ram 1500 quad cab Laramie, 5.7L Hemi, 4x4. Call Resource Auto Sales, 401 Albert Street, Regina, SK. 306-522-7771, visit our website: www.resourceauto.com

2009 GMC SIERRA 3500 HD, dually, 4x4, diesel, 5th wheel hitch, aux. fuel tank, safetied, 194,000 kms, excellent condition, $25,000 OBO. 204-747-4010, Deloraine, MB 2013 RAM LARAMIE Crew, Hemi, $35,975 PST paid; 2012 Laramie crew, $29,999 PST paid; 2011 SLT, Quad cab, $21,999 PST paid. 1-800-667-4414, Wynyard, SK. DL #909250 www.thoens.com

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Can finance. 306-291-4043, Saskatoon, SK FEED TRUCK: 1995 IH 4900, 466 auto, single axle, 502 Harsh feed box, in good condition. 306-476-2500, Rockglen, SK.

2010 GRAVHAUL TRIDEM End Dump, good floor, sealed end gate,asphalt overhang, CHECK OUT OUR inventory of quality used $35,000 OBO. Phone 306-267-7500, Big highway tractors. For more details call Beaver, SK. 2011 PETERBILT 388 48” bunk, 18 spd, 204-685-2222 or view information at TANDEM AXLE GRAVEL trucks in invento- ISX 550 eng., 413,870 kms., 46,000 rear www.titantrucksales.com ry. New and used, large inventory across a x l e , 1 4 , 6 0 0 f r o n t a x l e , $ 1 0 5 , 0 0 0 .

NEW INTERNATIONAL TERRASTAR 3 ton Western Canada at www.Maximinc.Com or 204-981-3636, 204-864-2391, Cartier, MB. 4x4 at www.Maximinc.Com or call Maxim call Maxim Truck & Trailer 1-888-986-2946 2013 IH 5900I, 42” bunk, 13L, 46 diff., Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946.

4-way lock, 18 spd., 370,000 kms, engine WORK TRUCKS: 2007 GMC 2500 Crewwarranty; 2009 9900i Int.; 2009 FreightlinCab, gas, 144,000 kms, $10,900; 2004 er Cascadia, 515 Detroit, 46s, 3-way locks, Ford F350, ext. cab, diesel, 244,000 kms, 900,000 kms; 2005 T800s, 2 daycabs and runs great, $11,500. Phoenix Auto, Lucky 3 w/bunks, heavy specs; 2001 T800 KW, Lake, SK., 1-877-585-2300. DL #320079. daycab, new ISX 500, 18 spd., full lockers; 378 and 379 Pete, two 2006s, Cat, 18 spd., 46 diff, 4-way locks, all w/Roobar bumpers; 2006 W900 Kenworth daycab, Cat, 18 spd; 2003 Freightliner Classic, Cat, 18 1979 FORD 9000, very good truck, runs spd., new rubber; 1999 9300 IH, dual well, no rust, 318 HP Detroit, 13 spd, 20' stacks, dual breathers, 60 Detroit, 13 spd; box with pole hoist, remote chute opener, 1996 T800 Kenworth, 475 Cat, 13 spd; roll tarp, 391,800 kms, $19,900. Call 1996 CH Mack 427, 18 spd. Ron Brown 587-986-4862, Andrew, AB. 1995 FREIGHTLINER F70, Cummins, 9 I m p . 3 0 6 - 4 9 3 - 9 3 9 3 D L # 9 0 5 2 3 1 1982 IHC S1900 tandem, 20’ box, auto., speed, 110,000 kms, fresh safety, $18,900. www.rbisk.ca low kms, elec endgate, $27,500 OBO. Bat- Cam-Don Motors 306-237-4212 Perdue SK 2013 MACK PARTS MP8, 505 HP engine, tleford, SK., 306-441-1648, 306-937-7368.

135,000 kms, 12 spd. trans. turbo, 46 lb.

1990 FORD 700 3 ton, diesel, 15’ B&H, roll- 1997 KENWORTH T-800 daycab, S60 rears, hydraulic wet kit/4” T&E pump, lots tarp, 77,500 kms., exceptionally clean, Detroit, 430 HP, 12,000 FA, 46,000 RA, Ea- more. 306-821-6480, Lloydminster, SK. $20,000. + tax. Call morning or evening ton 18 spd. trans., 11R24.5 tires, air ride, $25,500. 306-752-2873, Melfort, SK. 306-476-2613, Fife Lake, SK. CHECK OUT OUR inventory of quality used highway tractors. For more details call 1998 FREIGHTLINER FL112, tandem and 2007 9900 Eagle C15 Cat, 13 spd., 204-685-2222 or view information at 1,000,000 kms, very clean, fresh safety, tri-axle pup, auto select trans. 10 speed www.titantrucksales.com $42,000.

Neil 306-231-8300 Humboldt, SK Eaton, M11 Cummins, approx. 250,000 kms, new tarps recently, tires good to exc, 2007 FREIGHTLINER CST120, T/A pow- FREIGHTLINER FLD 112, 900,000 kms., complete brake job recently on trailer, er unit, auto, sleeper. 306-291-4043, Sas- ISM 385-425 HP, use AMS oil lubes, 13 spd. 1 over, 40 lb.-3:90 diff., 4 months on 2010 $15,000 10” Cancade transfer auger katoon, SK. safety. Alt. and starter 1 year. Turbo resystem on truck and pup, alum. budds truck and trailer, various other upgrades. 2007 IH 9900, Cummins 500 HP, 13 spd, placed. very well maintained. Good rubber, $29,500; 2010 IH Lonestar, Cummins 500 massage seat, new windshield, c/w chains Can provide recent work orders, very well looked after, second owner at only about HP, 18 spd, 4-way lockers, $59,500; 2010 etc. for flatdeck. Start your own business, 25,000 kms, $75,000. Byron Blackwell, Kenworth T800, Cummins 485 HP, 18 spd, $15,000 firm. 306-276-1441, Love, SK. $66,500; 2007 Peterbilt 378, Cat 475 HP, 306-846-7222, Dinsmore, SK. 18 spd, 46 rears, 4-way lockers, $56,500; SANDBLASTING AND PAINTING of heavy 1999 FREIGHTLINER FL112 tandem and 2003 Western Star 4964, Detroit 500 HP, trucks, trailers and equipment. Please call tri-axle pup, auto select trans. 10 spd. Ea- 13 spd, $29,500; 2006 Peterbilt 379L, for details. Can-Am Truck Export Ltd., ton, M11 Cummins, approx. 255,000 kms, Cummins, 475 HP, 13 spd, $45,500; 2005 1-800-938-3323, Delisle, SK. new tarps with paint job 2010, new hoist IH 9400, CAT 475 HP, 18 spd, 46 rears, 2014, $24,000 WO, tires good to excellent, wet kit, $39,500. 306-567-7262, Davidson, SLEEPERS AND DAYCABS. New and used.

Huge inventory across Western Canada at new brakes truck and trailer 2013, various SK. www.hodginshtc.com DL #312974. www.Maximinc.Com or call Maxim Truck & other upgrades, $10,000 10” Cancade transfer auger system truck and pup. Can 2007 IHC 9200, ISX 475, 18 spd., heavy Trailer, 1-888-986-2946. provide recent work order. Very well s p e c , f u l l l o c k e r s , S K . s a f e t i e d . looked after, one owner, $87,000. Byron 3 0 6 - 2 7 0 - 6 3 9 9 , S a s k a t o o n , S K .

Blackwell, 306-846-7222, Dinsmore, SK. www.78truxsales.com CHECK OUT OUR inventory of quality used 1999 IHC 9400 N14 Cummins 18 spd., 2011 FREIGHTLINER CORONADO 122, DD highway tractors. For more details call lockers, clean western truck, $22,000. 15, 560 HP, 1850 Torque, 18 spd., 12/40 204-685-2222 or view information at L o n g e n o u g h f o r 2 0 ’ b o x . N e i l diffs, 390 ratio, 4-way locks, 70" bunk, www.titantrucksales.com 306-231-8300, Humboldt, SK. Webesto heaters, p tub fenders, 244 WB 2005 IH 4300, Allison auto, AC, cruise, w/ 2006 FREIGHTLINERS with 3 pedal Ea- white and blue, engine In-frame Nov 14. deck, low kms, exc. cond. Ron Brown Imp. ton AutoShifts, new grain boxes, SK. safe- with warranty, clean, 924,000 kms, 306-493-9393 DL#916803 www.rbisk.ca ties. 306-270-6399, Saskatoon, SK. $84,000. 306-380-4485, Saskatoon, SK. vincek@frontlinett.com DL #907095. www.78truxsales.com TANDEM AXLE GRAVEL trucks in inventoNew and used, large inventory across 2007 FREIGHTLINER 120, 450 HP Mer- 2011 FREIGHTLINER M2106 Cummins, ry.

Canada at www.Maximinc.Com or cedes 10 spd., AutoShift, alum. wheels, ISC 300 engine, Eaton Fuller 10 spd. Western call Maxim Truck & Trailer 1-888-986-2946 A/T/C, 20’ BH&T, new paint, very nice, trans., 12 fronts, 23 rears with air brakes, $63,500; 2006 Peterbilt, 475 HP, Detroit air ride, tires- 50%, 216” WB, 147” cab to FUEL TRUCK: T800 Kenworth, 3500 gal 18 spd., A/T/C, alum. wheels, tanks, axle, $40,000 OBO. Wayne 403-556-0641, tank, dual meters, coded. Ron Brown Imp. chrome bumper, like new tires, new paint, office 403-556-2060, Didsbury, AB. 306-493-9393 DL#916803 www.rbisk.ca 2 0 ’ B H & T, e x c . s h ap e , s h o w t r u c k , $69,500; 2007 Mack CH613, 460 Mack eng., 13 spd., AutoShift, alum. wheels, new tires, A/T/C, new paint, 20’ BH&T, very nice, $67,500; 2007 Mack, 460 Mack eng., 12 speed, auto trans., 3-way lockers, alum. wheels, good tires, 20’ BH&T, rear controls, pintle plate, $69,500; 1990 Kenworth T600, 450 HP Detroit, 10 spd., alum. front wheels, good tires, pulls good with 1996 36’ Cancade 2 hopper grain trailer- nice shape, $35,000; 1999 Mack CH613 tractor, 460 Mack power, 18 spd. trans., flattop sleeper, 24.5 tires, in real nice shape, safetied, $21,500. Trades accepted. Call Merv at 306-276-7518 or 306-767-2616 leave message, Arborfield, SK. DL #906768.

2011 Peterb u ilt 38 6 IS X, 450 H.P., 2015 - 338 HIN O, Au to m a tic, 260 H.P., 2007 MACK CXN613, Mack 385 HP, 10 13 S PD, 12,000 F ro n tAxle, 46,000 spd, Eaton UltraShift, $62,500; 2006 IH E n gin e J08E VB, 24’ Va n b o d y, hyd ra u lic 9400, Cummins 450 HP, 10 spd, Eaton Ulta ilga te, a ir rid e s u s p en s io n . 12,000 fro n t Rea rAxle, New Drives , Alu m W heels , traShift, $64,500; 2007 IH 8600, CAT 430 794,000 K m s a xle, 21,000 rea r a xle. Un it#T H1422 HP, 10 spd, $54,500. All c/w 20’ Cancade grain box, air controls, windows, Sask cer2003 GM C C7500, CAT , 210 H.P., 6 2015 V o lvo Gra in Tru ck , D13 tified. 306-567-7262, Davidson, SK. www.hodginshtc.com DL #312974 S PD, 11,000 F ro n tAxle, 21,000 Rea r 425 H.P., Au to m a ted I S hift, 20’ CIM

ALL ALUMINUM TANDEMS, tridems and Super B Timpte grain trailers. Call Maxim Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946 or see www.Maximinc.Com AUTOSHIFT TRUCKS AVAILABLE: Boxed tandems and tractor units. Contact David 306-887-2094, 306-864-7055, Kinistino, SK. DL #327784. www.davidstrucks.com

Bo x Ho is t& T a rp , Rem o te T a rp , Du a l Air Ho is t, E lectric T a rp 2009 T-8 00 K en w o rth, IS X 455 H.P., 18 S PD, 12,000 F ro n tAxle, 40,000 Rea rAxle, 760,000 K m s 2000 V o lvo 6 70, S -60, 430 H.P., 13 S PD, 12,000 F ro n tAxle, 40,000 Rea rAxle.

As kin g. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $16 ,000 2008 IHC 9 9 00I, IS X, 525 H.P. 18 S PD, 12 & 46 Axles , F u ll L o ckers , New T u rb o , Clea n DPF , M o o s e Bu m p er, New T ires , 950,000 K m s

Axle, 24’ Va n Bo d y w ith p o w er ta il ga te, 320,000 K m s . As kin g. . . $17,000 19 9 9 Freightlin er N14 E n gin e, 460 H.P., 18 S PD, 12,000 fro n ta xle, 46,000 rea l a xle, F L D S leep er.

Un it#T RU21434. As kin g. . . . . . . $15,000 19 9 5 IHC 8 100, M 11, 300 H.P., 13 S PD, 12 & 40 Axles , 1.5 M K m s .

As kin g. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10,000 19 9 4 Freightlin er Da y Ca b S -6 0, 430 HP, 13 S PD, 12,000 F ro n tAxle, 40,000 Rea rAxle, Go o d Co n d itio n . . . . PL EAS E CAL L FOR M ORE DETAIL S

Old er M o d el Tra cto rs Ra n gin g fro m 19 9 4-2001 S leepers a n d Da y Ca b s - Ca ll fo r Deta ils .

BERG’S GRAIN BODIES: Custom grain, silage and gravel bodies. Berg’s Prep & Paint call 204-325-5677, Winkler, MB. WANTED: 1988, 1989 or 1990 GMC 7000 grain truck, 366, 5&2, 16’ BH&T, low kms.

Call 306-695-2021, Indian Head, SK.

1996 MACK TANDEM/TANDEM 350, 13 spd., 44,000 lb. Mack rears, two 20,000 lb. fronts, double frame, 266” cab to centre of rear ends, 141,176 original kms. Asking $25,000. Dave 780-470-0330, Devon, AB.

Plea s e vis it o u r w eb s ite a t: w w w .s terlin gtru ck a n d tra iler.ca Regin a , S K 1-8 00-6 6 7-046 6 S a s k a to o n , S K 1-8 8 8 -242-79 8 8

WANTED: TANDEM MANURE TRUCKS. Must be in good condition, with or without manure spreader. Call 780-842-2909 or 780-842-7812.

2006 STERLING TRI-DRIVE spreader truck w/2007 roto-mix spreader box. 444,340 kms, 4536 hrs., floater tires. Automatic powered by Cat eng. Well maintained and looked after. Used to spread manure and wood chips, $105,000. Please call Jeff at 403-371-6362, Brandt, AB.

2007 JEEP GRAND Cherokee LTD, loaded, 3.0 Mercedes diesel, quad trac, AWD, leather, 190,000 kms, no gravel, synthetic oil, $15,000. 780-847-3792, Marwayne, AB 2013 CADILLAC ESCALADE Platinum SUV 6.2L V8, 6 speed auto, Nav, 30,345 kms, $69,900. V213292. D&D Vehicle Sales, Camrose, AB., 780-672-4400.

2013 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Overland, $39,975. 1-800-667-4414, Wynyard, SK. www.thoens.com DL#909250.

2014 DODGE Journey SXT ultimate family value, Stk #P6352. Clearout Price $28,212 or $159 bi-weekly. 1-800-667-4755, www.dodgecityauto.com DL #911673.

2014 DURANGO LIMITED, $43,975; 2011 Durango crew, $26,975. www.thoens.com 1-800-667-4414, Wynyard SK. DL#909250

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08 Pete 387 condo.........................$38,995 07 IH 9900 72 m idroof....................$34,995 04 KW T800 51 m idroof.................$29,995 01 KW T800 48ft top......................$24,995 03 Ford 750 60 sleeper 12ft deck .$29,995 94 Freightliner Fl80 atla picker, 18ft deck .......................................$16,995 06 D odge 3500, 4dr, 4x4 cum m ins sglw heel.....................$14,995 04 D odge 3500 dually 4x4, C um m ins 8ft box .........................$12,595 07 FO R D 350, 4x4, 4dr, 5.4leng.a/t 9ft deck ...........................................$8,995 05 FO R D 350 4x4, 4dr, 5.41 eng.a/t 9ft deck ...........................................$9,895 2006 V W TD l, 5spd 240,000km s, very good........................................$9,900

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2006 PJ pintle hitch w /beaver tailand ram ps 26ft, tandem duals..........$12,995 1997 48 W ilson alum com bo a/r....$9,995 1998 48 G reat D ane tridem hiboy/spring ride................................................$12,995 1999 53ft arrow m aster drop deck tridem a/r .....................................$19,900 1986 39ft N ortel16w hldrop deck, detach front end, live roll, kicker roll......................................$29,500 2012 B lackhaw k double drop tridem , drive over rear fenders, H onda aux hyd, truck hyd, hyd detach front end and 3rd axle lift............................$59,950

2006 FREIGHTLINER M2 106 cargo van, 26’ with tail lift, air brakes; 2005 ISUZU 16’ cargo van with tail lift, priced to sell.

Please call 306-291-4043, Saskatoon, SK.

2013 CHRYSLER TOWN and Country Ltd., $29,975. Phone 1-800-667-4414, Wynyard 2014 JEEP CHEROKEE Sport, new design, SK. www.thoens.com DL#909250 9 spd, auto. Stk #P4062. Clearout Price $24,690 or $137 bi-wkly. 1-800-667-4755 DECKS, DRY VANS, reefers and storage or www.dodgecityauto.com DL #911673. trailers at: www.Maximinc.Com or call 2014 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Summit, 4x4 Maxim Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946.

Stk #P6088, fully loaded. Clearout Price $63,696 or $363 bi-wkly. 1-800-667-4755 www.dodgecityauto.com DL #911673.

2014 SUBARU FORESTER XT Turbo Ltd. with Eyesight Red EJ2XTE, demo, fully loaded, $40,005. Call 1-877-373-2662 or www.subaruofsaskatoon.ca DL #914077.

WILL DO STYROBLOCK cocoon harvesting.

2014 SUBARU OUTBACK 3.6 Ltd with eye- Wanted: Plastic Leafcutter shelters. Phone sight, fully loaded V6, 3 in stock, $37,200. Maurice Wildeman, 306-365-4395 or Visit www.subaruofsaskatoon.ca or call 306-365-7802, Lanigan, SK. 1-877-373-2662. DL #914077.

2014 SUBARU XV Crosstek Ltd. Nav, leather, SR, fully loaded EX2LP, $31,219 + tax. View www.subaruofsaskatoon.ca or call 1-877-373-2662. DL #914077.

2015 CADILLAC ESCALADE 4 door SUV, WANTED: WOODEN LEAFCUTTER bee eng. 6.2L V-8 cylinder, 270 kms, $93,287. boxes. Call 403-378-3964, 403-501-1322, V184614. D&D Vehicle Sales, Camrose, Rosemary, AB. AB., 780-672-4400.

2015 JEEP WRANGLER 4x4 Sport, Stk# R5133. Clearout Price $33,998 or $194 Biw k ly. C a l l 1 - 8 0 0 - 6 6 7 - 4 7 5 5 o r v i s i t : www.dodgecityauto.com DL #911673.

DECKS, DRY VANS, reefers and storage trailers at: www.Maximinc.Com or call Maxim Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946.

JEEP DIESEL: 2006 Cherokee, 4x4, 130,000 kms, in above average cond., $10,900. K&L Equipment 306-795-7779, 306-537-2027, ladimer@sasktel.net Ituna, SK. DL #910885.

CAN-AM TRUCK EXPORT LTD., Delisle, SK, 1-800-938-3323. 1998 Lodeline tandem end dump, 28’, spring ride, $24,000; 1993 Lodeline tandem end dump, 28’, spring ride, $20,000; 1996 Komatsu WA-250 loader, 144 HP, $29,000; 1998 KW T600, N14, 13 spd., 40 rears, sleeper, SK. truck, $18,000; 2002 IHC 4300, DT 466, 6 spd., hyd. brakes, w/26’ steel deck, $19,000; 1998 CH Mack, 427, 18 spd., 40 rears, w/20’ deck and crane, 873,000 kms, Sask. truck, very nice, $30,000; 2001 Western Star 4964 tridem gravel truck, C15 Cat, 18 spd., 69,000 lb. rears, w/6-way lock, 19’ box, $65,000; 2003 Pete 379, C15, 18 spd., 46 rears, 4-way locks, $37,000; 1987 KW900, 350, 13 spd., 40 rears, 20’ deck and Hiab 260 crane, $28,000; 2001 FL80, 3126 Cat Allison auto, w/new 15’ gravel unit, $42,000; 1974 Kenworth water truck, 555 Cummins, auto, tandem, 3000 gal. alum. tank, $15,000; Tandem dolly converter, $5,500; 1986 JLG 80HX boom lift, $14,000; 1998 IHC 4700, DT 466, auto, w/20’ deck, $16,500; 2005 GMC W4500 diesel, auto, cube van w/power lift gate, hyd. brakes, $12,000; Two sander units, $2000-$3000; Gensets available. Financing available, OAC. www.can-amtruck.com DL#910420.

CHECK OUT OUR inventory of quality used highway tractors. For more details call 204-685-2222 or view information at www.titantrucksales.com COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL MFG. for grain box packages, decks, gravel boxes, HD combination grain and silage boxes, pup trailers, frame alterations, custom paint, complete service. www.cim-ltd.ca For pricing ph 306-682-2505 Humboldt SK SLEEPERS AND DAYCABS. New and used.

Huge inventory across Western Canada at www.Maximinc.Com or call Maxim Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946.

BURTON CONCRETE: PROVINCE-WIDE mobile concrete trucks. We set up on site, pour all sizes of shops or bin pads. Spring booking discounts. Waylyn 306-441-4006 or 306-370-4545, Blaine Lake, SK.

HUGE ASSORTMENT OF windows to clear out! Example - vertical slider insert, was $399. Now $150. Wetaskiwin Co-op, AB. Craig 780-361-6178.

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2007 KOMATSU D155AX-6 dozer, ROPS cab w/AC, U-blade, multi shank ripper, engine enclosures, 24” track shoes, 9715 hrs, $175,000. 204-795-9192 Plum Coulee, MB

BRITESPAN BUILDING SYSTEMS Inc. offers pre-engineered, steel-framed fabric covered buildings from 26’ to 160’ wide.

18 years of industry experience. Visit us online at www.britespanbuildings.com or c a l l u s t o d a y fo r a f r e e q u o t e a t CUSTOM MOWING, BALING, Custom 1-800-407-5846. mowing with 30' discbine, raking and baling. Please contact for rates. Call: STEEL BUILDINGS, year end deals, big and 306-744-7678, Saltcoats, SK. small, complete turnkey pricing, factory k2harvesting@yahoo.ca direct to site. Phone 1-800-964-8335.

1990 MORMAK 1645, 45'' rollercone, El-Jay 5x16 3 deck screen, 2 hyd. levelling legs, PORTABLE LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS: 42'' o/h belt, 48'' u/s screen belt, 24'' cross 12x60 skid mounted well site units. Less conveyor, triple axle, 2015 safety POR, than 1 year use. Perfect for: Farm hand WILL CHOP ALFALFA and grasses for si- excellent cond., $339,000. 780-678-4703, housing; Lake lots; Or lease to oil compa- lage. Will travel. Call 204-522-6597 at Camrose, AB. don.p@pennerlewis.ca or nies. Priced below market value. Contact Hartney, MB. www.pennerlewis.ca 403-877-2727 for pics/info. Red Deer, AB. 2001 D7R XR, C-Frame dozer, ripper, very clean Cat. 780-983-0936, Westlock, AB. LOWDERMILK TRANSPORT IS providing CAT HYDRAULIC PULL SCRAPERS: one call service for all Equipment/Hay 463, 435, 80 and 70, all very good cond., hauling. Very experienced, multiple trucks new conversion. Also new and used scrapserving AB., SK., and MB. 780-872-0107, er tires. Can deliver. 204-793-0098, Stony BUSINESS FOR SALE, Equipment Rental 306-252-1001, Kenaston, SK. Mountain, MB. Depot business located in St. Brieux, SK. Equipment includes small and large pieces EXCELLENT SELECTION Used skidsteers, ie. chain saw, power plant, chop saw, tile track loaders, forklifts, zoom booms, mini saw, cement mixer, mini hoes, skidsteer excavators. Visit website www.glenmor.cc with attachments, knuckle boom, zoom for details, specs and prices. Glenmor, boom, scissor lifts plus much more. Asking phone 1-888-708-3739, Prince Albert, SK. $470,000. A full list can be made available.

3 INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER Cat CrawlSerious offers only. 306-221-5472. ers, TD20, 200 Series Models, all hyd., extra parts and manuals for setting. Asking LIQUOR STORE FOR SALE: Thriving busi$30,000. Don 306-548-5440, Danbury, SK. ness in a small town of central AB. Computer system, security cameras, plus other SKIDSTEER ATTACHMENTS: rock buckets, security system, etc. For more info call dirt buckets, grapples and more top 780-879-0003 or taffy81@telus.net quality. Also have truck decks in stock.

Quality Welding and Sales 306-731-3009 EQUIPMENT HAULING. Serving Western or 306-731-8195, Craven, SK. Canada and Northwest USA. Call Harvey at 1-877-824-3010 or cell 403-795-1872. HYDRAULIC PULL SCRAPERS 10 to 25 Vandenberg Hay Farms Ltd., Nobleford AB. yds., exc. cond.; Loader and scraper tires, Email: logistics@vandenberghay.ca custom conversions available. Looking for cable scrapers. Quick Drain Sales Ltd., WEST CENTRAL EQUIPMENT HAULING Cat serving SK., AB., MB. and Northwest US. 306-231-7318, 306-682-4520 Muenster SK Specializing in Ag/Oil Field Equipment.

Equipped with winch. Pilot trucks available. Contact Troy at 306-831-9776 or email troysanderson77@gmail.com LONG LAKE TRUCKING custom hay haul2009 WELLS Cargo food concession trailer, ing, 2 units. 306-567-7100, Imperial, SK. fully self-contained, 19 cu. ft. fridge, 19 cu. ft. freezer, 2 fryers, 42” grill with oven, 7500 KW General power plant, hot and cold water system, fire suppression sys- JIM’S TUB GRINDING, H-1100 Haybuster tem. More info. please call 204-546-3109 w i t h 4 0 0 H P, s e r v i n g S a s k at c h ew a n 2011 DEERE 350G LC excavator, c/w HD home, or 204-572-1654, Grandview, MB. 306-334-2232, Balcarres, SK. hydraulic thumb, Webasto heater, 32” CUSTOM TUB GRINDING: operate a pads, approx. 6300 hours, vg cond. Can HAMMOND REALTY: Hill Country Farms near Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Includes: Haybuster H1100E, 425 HP machine. deliver. 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. 85,000 sq. ft. of greenhouse production, Phone Greg 306-947-7510, Saskatoon, SK. CHAMPION 600 GRADER, 671 Detroit, askequipment, and residences on 156 acres. ing $6800; Rex rotor pulver mixer, $7500.

MLS. Asking $1,250,000. Contact HamCall 306-783-8783, Yorkton, SK. mond Realty, 306-948-5052. Details at: BRUSH MULCHING. The fast, effective HillCountryFarms.HammondRealty.ca FOR SALE: 2- ROME R67H pull scrapers and way to clear land. Four season service, SELL YOUR PRODUCING and non-producing competitive rates, 275 HP unit, also avail. 3- Rome R89H pull scrapers, good cond.

Mineral Rights, Stingray Oil & Gas Ltd has trackhoe with thumb, multiple bucket at- 204-594-1132, ext. 121, 204-619-3252, buyers for your mineral rights and royalties, tachments. Bury rock and brush piles and Lundar, MB. rminsky@sigfusson.ca no cost to you. Contact for confidential fence line clearing. Borysiuk Contracting evaluation. 306-550-5667, Regina, SK. Inc., www.bcisk.ca Prince Albert, SK., 306-960-3804. rsthamann@gmail.com

FINANCIAL CONSULTING, BUSINESS and Succession Plans, Financing Proposals and Lender Negotiations, Art Lange PAg CAFA, 10 years experience. 780-467-6040, Sherwood Park, AB., www.ajlconsulting.ca

DEMOLITION AND CONCRETE REMOVAL. Looking for demolition work for 2015 season, houses, old barns, elevators, old seed plants, concrete foundations, etc. Will travel from Ontario to Alberta. Give us a call for a quote. 204-871-0075, 204-239-6371, Portage La Prairie, MB. gerrard@mts.net gerrardmetals.com REGULATION DUGOUTS: 120x60x14’, $2000; 160x60x14’, $2950; 180x60x14’, $3450; 200x60x14’, $3950. Gov’t grants available. 306-222-8054, Saskatoon, SK.

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Conterra manufactures over 150 attachments. Call 1-877-947-2882, view online NEUFELD ENT. CORRAL CLEANING, at www.conterraindustries.com payloader, Bobcat with rubber tracks and vertical beater spreaders. Phone NEED A LOAN? Own farmland? Bank says 306-220-5013, 306-467-5013, Hague, SK. no? If yes to above three, call BUSH CLEARING AND EXCAVATING. Look- PORTABLE TOILET SALES: Selling Five 1-866-405-1228, Calgary, AB. ing for bush clearing work or any types of Peaks Technologies new portable toilets FARM/CORPORATE PROJECTS. Call A.L. excavating work in MB. and Eastern Sask. and accessories. Ask about our truck load Management Group for all your borrowing Fence lines, dugouts, yard site removals, pricing! Call for details 1-877-664-5005, and lease requirements. 306-790-2020, etc. Call 204-871-0075, 204-239-6371, 5peaksdistributors.ca Portage La Prairie, MB. gerrard@mts.net Regina, SK. KOMATSU CRAWLER D65P-6, angle CUSTOM BALING/ SWATHING/ SEEDING, dozer blade, wide pad, winch, canopy, DEBTS, BILLS AND charge accounts too Contour, double shoot; also parting 567 bush equipped, $26,000. 306-940-6835. high? Need to resolve prior to spring? Call baler. Alan at 306-463-8423, Marengo, SK. us to develop a professional mediation PARTS/ATTACHMENTS - Used, surplus plan, resolution plan or restructuring plan. and new. Caterpillar and others. Hard to Call toll free 1-888-577-2020. find parts. Worldwide locating system.

Mackie Equipment Ltd. 306-352-3070, Regina, SK. or www.mackieltd.com 2006 VOLVO L70E wheel loader, qcgp CAT 621 DIRECT mount scraper, $37,000; cab, AC, 20.5x25 Michelins, 13,600 20’ pull dozer, new tires and cylinders, FARM CHEMICAL/ SEED COMPLAINTS bucket, $45,000. Call 306-338-7114, Clair, SK. We also specialize in: Crop insurance ap- hrs, $77,500. 306-621-0425, Yorkton, SK. peals; Spray drift; Residual herbicide; Custom operator issues; Equip. malfunction.

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2007 SULLAIR 225 CFM air compressor w/462 hrs., Cat turbo diesel, 4 cyl engine, $12,800. Call 1-800-667-4515, or visit: www.combineworld.com

2006 CAT D6R LGP, cab w/canopy, 2850 2002 JD 200 hyd. excavator, c/w tilt buckorig. hrs, new UC, $185,000; 1983 Cat, et, 75% U/C, very tight, clean machine, D6D LGP, cab, hyd. angle tilt dozer, winch, $40,000. 780-983-0936, Westlock, AB. $36,500; 2005 JD 230CLC excavator, hyd. thumb, Q.A., $67,500. Suntract 514, 5x14 port. screener, 2 side, 1 rear discharge Deutz, $49,000; C.R. 31x42 triple roll port. crusher, 5x16, 3 deck screen, scalper, $69,500; Telsmith 25x36 port. primary jaw crusher, $89,500. Pics. available. Contact Bob Harris, Robert Harris Equipment Sales, Gimli, MB. 204-642-9959, 204-470-5493.

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LANDMASTER PRODUCTION DOZERS: Now 2 sizes available. Introducing the PD14 for smaller tractors. Easier to move from site to site. PD14, $36,750; PD18, $39,500. $3,000. down and balance upon delivery. Financing available- O.A.C. AB. and MB. Gord Basnett 780-913-7353 Sask.

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1998, 15X36 JAW, 5x12 3 deck screen, 10 cu. yd. hopper c/w hyd. dump grizzly, power cords, excellent cond., $149,000.

Call 780-678-4703, Camrose, AB. or don.p@pennerlewis.ca www.pennerlewis.ca 1998 CAT D6R XL twin tilt angle dozer, ripper, full canopy, cab, air, heat, $80,000.

Call 306-889-4203, Prairie River, SK. JOHN DEERE 892 HYD. excavator, excellent condition, $35,000. 780-983-0936, Westlock, AB. JD 650 CRAWLER dozer, cab, 6-way dozer blade, $22,000. 780-983-0936, Westlock, AB.

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Tile plows and GPS systems to survey with automatic machine control for all types of drainage equipment. Rouleau, SK., 306-541-7989, www.mjkag.com JD 330 CLC trackhoe, 2004 w/rebuilt engine, 9000 hrs, asking $40,000. Jeremy 306-577-7553, Arcola, SK. DOZERS: CAT D6N, D6T, JD750J, sale and rentals. New Case 1650L for sale.

Conquest Equip. 306-483-2500, Oxbow, SK 1993 CATERPILLAR 416B backhoe w/extend-a-hoe, cab 4WD, 5003 hrs., $32,800.

1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com 2008 CAT 325DL, 6910 hrs, WB, Q/C, two buckets, thumb, aux. hyd., forestry pkg. cat walks, positive air shutoff. Edmonton, AB. 587-991-6605.

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DIESEL ENGINES, OVERHAUL kits and parts for most makes. Cat, CIH, Cummins, Detroit, Mack. M&M Equipment Ltd., Parts and Service phone: 306-543-8377, fax: 306-543-2111, Regina, SK. 3406B, N14, SERIES 60, running engines and parts. Call Yellowhead Traders, 306-896-2882, Churchbridge, SK. GREAT PRICES ON new, used and remanufactured engines, parts and accessories for diesel pickups. Large inventory, engines can be shipped or installed. Give us a call or check: www.thickettenginerebuilding.ca Thickett Engine Rebuilding. 204-532-2187, Russell, MB.

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780-645-2251, St. Paul, AB. 1998 SKYTRAK 6036 telehandler, 6000 lbs., 36’ reach, rent to own $25,800. Call 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com 2006 D6R LGP Cat, 6-way blade, double tilt, one bbl-MS ripper, System 1 U/C, Cab w/AC and heat, Topcon GPS System, $97,500 Cdn. 204-871-0925, McGregor MB SKIDSTEERS: Bobcat S150, S175. TRACK LOADERS: Cat 247B, 299C, Bobcat T320.

EXCAVATORS: 2000 Cat, M318 wheeled; 2007 Cat 320 DL, low hrs. Owner motivated, call for price. Can finance.

306-291-4043, Saskatoon, SK. CATERPILLAR 463 SERIES and 80 Series pull scrapers, vg cond., need conversions, $16,000 ea. OBO. 306-745-9001 Esterhazy 2010 SKYJACK SJ6832RT scissor lift auto leveling outriggers, foam filled tires, dual fuel, only 178 hrs., stored inside, $36,000.

2008 BIL-JAX 36XT boom lift, self propelled, put feet 36’ high, 791 hrs., stored inside, $26,500. 306-648-7724, Gravelbourg, SK.

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H. Duty 10 leg cone c/w 24â&#x20AC;? port Painted cone inside & out DBL 4â&#x20AC;?x6â&#x20AC;? skid - Setup included Air Screen & 5hp Fan (Optional)

3513 Bu. $10,430 + delivery 4920 Bu. $13,345 + delivery 4135 Bu. $11,445 + delivery STANDARD FEATURES INCLUDE: 5999 Bu. $14,995 + delivery

UNSTIFFENED SIDEWALL PANELS WALL & ROOF LADDERS H. Duty 12 leg cone c/w 24â&#x20AC;? port SAFETY RING & SAFETY FILL Painted cone inside & out Double 4â&#x20AC;?x8â&#x20AC;? skid MANWAY IN CONE Setup included (Saskatoon Area) SANDBLASTED HOPPER CONES Air Screen & 7hp Fan (Optional)

7082 Bu. $19,455+ gst/delivery

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KEHO/ GRAIN GUARD Aeration Sales and Service. R.J. Electric, Avonlea, SK. Call 306-868-2199 or cell: 306-868-7738.

$2,250

FOR ALL YOUR grain storage, hopper cone and steel floor requirements contact: Kevinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Custom Ag in Nipawin, SK. Toll free: 1-888-304-2837.

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20' AND 40' SEA CONTAINERS, for sale in Calgary, AB. Call 403-226-1722, toll free 1-866-517-8335, www.magnatesteel.com

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TOP QUALITY MERIDIAN BINS. Book now for best prices. Example: all prices include skid, ladders to ground, manhole, set-up and delivery within set radius. Meridian Hopper combos: 3500 bu. $10,450.

SPECIAL: 5000 bu. $13,990. We manufacture superior quality hoppers and steel floors for all makes and sizes. Know what you are investing in. Call and find out why our product quality and price well exceeds the competition. We also stock replacement lids for all makes and models of bins.

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22â&#x20AC;&#x2122; DIAMETER BIN H. Duty 14 leg cone c/w 24â&#x20AC;? port Painted cone inside & out Setup included (Saskatoon Area) Triple 4â&#x20AC;?x6â&#x20AC;? skid (Optional) Air Screen & 10hp Fan (Optional)

9702 Bu. $21,855+ gst/delivery

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KEHO/ GRAIN GUARD/ OPI STORMAX. For sales and service east central SK. and MB., call Gerald Shymko, Calder, SK., 306-742-4445 or toll free 1-888-674-5346.

2012 CASE, 4520, 3 bin, 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122; booms, 1100 hrs, extended warranty, $238,000; 2- 2007 Case 4520â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 3 bin, 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122; booms, 3300 hrs., AutoSteer, $154,500 and $142,500; 2009 BUILD YOUR OWN conveyors, 6â&#x20AC;?, 7â&#x20AC;?, 8â&#x20AC;? Case 4520, 2860 hrs., $163,000; 2006 and 10â&#x20AC;? end units available; Transfer con- Case 4510, AutoSteer, FlexAir 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122; booms, veyors and bag conveyors or will custom 7400 hrs., $102,000; 2005 Case 4520 build. Call for prices. Master Industries w/70â&#x20AC;&#x2122; flex air, 4000 hrs., $129,000; 2005 Inc. www.masterindustries.ca Phone Case 4010 w/3020 G4 New Leader bed, 1-866-567-3101, Loreburn, SK. $74,000; 2004 Case 4010, 80â&#x20AC;&#x2122; sprayer, hrs., $83,000; 2009 Int. GVM, 1000 2012 BACTCO 24â&#x20AC;? pit stop, w/moving 7000 4WD, auto., $103,000; 2- 2004 Loral kit, hyd. drive, used very little, $21,000. hrs., AirMax 1000â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122; booms, immaculate, 306-472-3000, Lafleche, SK. $93,000; 2004 AgChem Rogator with air 2011 BATCO 1585S swing conveyor bed, $66,000; 2008 Adams Semi tender, w/power swing and hydraulic swing lift. self-contained, $39,500; 2006 Timpte semi Excellent condition, asking $23,995 OBO. belt tender, self contained, $41,000; 2012 and 2009 Semi Conveyor tender; 1992 Call 306-648-3321, Gravelbourg, SK. Wrangler loader, $15,500. 406-466-5356, BATCO CONVEYORS, new and used, Choteau, MT. More equipment and photos grain augers and SP kits. Delivery and at: www.fertilizerequipment.net leasing available. 1-866-746-2666.

FOR ALL YOUR USED BATCO 1545FL - Serviced and field ready! See your nearest Flaman store or call 1-888-435-2626.

EQUIPMENT NEEDS

FERTILIZER

ADAMS SPREADER & TENDER CALL US FOR PARTS ON ALL 2- LIQUID FERTILIZER caddies, 3400 Series, 34 ton each, fill and ground driven pumps. 204-267-2527, 204-871-0178, Oakville, MB. 2004 PATTISON 1300 gal. liquid fertilizer wagons, pull behind, John Blue pump, new 2â&#x20AC;? Honda motors, excellent cond., always shedded, choice of 2 wagons, $15,000 ea.

Call 306-549-4701, Hafford, SK.

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TWO BANDIT FERTILIZER caddies for sale. 7500 GALLON FERTILIZER tanks, four Phone: 306-741-7676, Pennant, SK. available. Phone: 306-741-7676, Pennant, SK. 1992 LO-RAL 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 8000 hrs., roll tarp, GPS, good condition, $19,500. Call Gord 403-650-7967, Calgary, AB. MICHELS 8â&#x20AC;? steel hopper augers, off 3 SHIPPING CONTAINERS FOR SALE. 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;- POLYWEST BANDIT 1700 liquid fertilizer compartment Doepker tridem. 3 augers 53â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, delivery/ rental/ storage available. For cart for sale. Old Stock, on special right with remote control, $4000 for all. now for $19,000!

Call Flaman Sales, inventory and prices call: 306-262-2899, 306-463-3303, Kindersley, SK. 1-800-352-6264, Nisku, AB. Saskatoon, SK. www.thecontainerguy.ca 1630, 38,160 GAL. or 207 tonne, SS liquid MERIDIAN AUGERS IN STOCK: swings, fertilizer storage tank; 2- 1625, 31,890 gal. truck loading, Meridian SP movers. Conor 173 tonne, SS liquid fert. storage tanks. tact Hoffart Services Inc., Odessa, SK., 306-957-2033.

204-267-2527, 204-871-0178, Oakville MB USED FERTILIZER SPREADERS: 4-8 ton large selection. Ph. 204-857-8403, Portage MB., www.zettlerfarmequipment.com 2014 NEW LEADER 3020 SPREADER, new wagon, tires, hydraulic hoses and pump, $60,000. 306-338-7114, Clair, SK. 1981 WESTANK SUPER B alum. trailers, air ride, Hendrickson suspension, 7 fresh reBEAVER CONTAINER SYSTEMS, new capped tires, others 80 to 90%. Frame rea n d u s e d s e a c o n t a i n e r s , a l l s i z e s . placed in 2001, $45,000. Steve Shewchuk, 306-220-1278, Saskatoon and Regina, SK. 306-364-4615, Elfross, SK.

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306-228-297 1 o r CONTAINERS FOR SALE OR RENT: All KROHNERT TWO COMPARTMENT insulatsizes. Now in stock, 50 used, 53â&#x20AC;&#x2122; steel and ed SS tanker, SS frame, SS plumbing, air 1-87 7 -228-5 5 98 ride, c/w fresh AB. or SK. safety, $55,000. insulated SS. 306-861-1102, Radville, SK. w w w .fullb in s upe rs e n s o r.co m Call 780-847-3792, Marwayne, AB. 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; TO 53â&#x20AC;&#x2122; CONTAINERS. New, used and modified. Available Winnipeg, MB; Regina 1991 IH LAUREN fert. spreader truck, 466 NEW WESTFIELD TFX (2) 8x41 auger. Set and Saskatoon, SK. www.g-airservices.ca dsl., auto, w/GPS mapping, nice shape. up for motor drive. Motor not included. $ 5 2 0 0 . We t a s k i w i n C o - o p , A B . R o n 204-466-2822, 204-856-9176, Austin, MB. 306-933-0436.

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M E R I D I A N G R A I N A U G E R S : F u l ly equipped with engines, movers, clutches, reversing gearbox and lights. HD8-39, $14,800; HD8-46, $15,500; HD8-53, $16,850; HD8-59, $17,250; TL10-39, $16,500; HD10-59, $18,750. Call 306-648-3321, Gravelbourg, SK. BUHLER 1385 swing auger, 13â&#x20AC;?x85â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, hydraulic winch, $8980. 1-800-667-4515, ONE OF CANADAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LEADING MANUFACTURERS www.combineworld.com MERIDIAN MD12x79 auger, c/w low proOF STORAGE PRODUCTS file hopper, reverser kit, hyd. winch swing for hopper, $22,500. #1640481. WetaskiGRAIN/FERTILIZER win Co-op, AB. Ron 780-361-6169.

SMOOTH WALL BIN 2009 BRANDT 1390HP, hyd. winch, elec. mover, 1000 PTO, very good condition, STANDARD FEATURES $21,500. 306-472-3000, Lafleche, SK. WINTER SPECIALS: One only: SLMD Â&#x2122; Spiral weld, smooth wall construction 14-95, must go! Plus many other sizes in Â&#x2122; High Grade Urethane Coated Exterior stock. Used: 2008 Sakundiak 12x85; 2011 Â&#x2122; HSS (Hollow Structural Steel) legs and bracing Sakundiak 12x72; Brandt 10x60. Also Convey-All dealer. Leasing available. Phone Â&#x2122; Standard 38° bottom cone Dale at Mainway Farm Equipment, DavidÂ&#x2122; Rounded vented Lid son, SK. 306-567-3285 or 306-567-7299.

View at: www.mainwayfarmequipment.ca Â&#x2122; Rack & Pinion center opening chute with extended MERIDIAN GRAIN AUGERS: SP kits and crank handle clutches, Kohler, Vanguard engines, gas Â&#x2122; 24â&#x20AC;? clearance under chute and diesel. Call Brian â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Auger Guyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 204-724-6197, Souris, MB. Â&#x2122; Complete side wall and roof ladder SAKUNDIAK GRAIN AUGERS available AGIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S INNOVATIVE DESIGN, CUSTOM MANUFACTURING with self-propelled mover kits and bin sweeps. Contact Kevinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Custom Ag in NiPROCESS AND COMPREHENSIVE SERVICE COMBINE pawin, SK. Toll free 1-888-304-2837.

TO MAKE OUR BINS THE MOST COST-EFFECTIVE REMOTE CONTROL SWING AUGER MEANS OF STORAGE AVAILABLE TODAY. movers, trailer chute openers, endgate and hoist systems, wireless full bin alarms, 401 HWY #4 SOUTH, PO BOX 879, BIGGAR, SK S0K 0M0 digital wireless tractorCam, the Simpler Sampler portable combine. All shipped diTOLL FREE: 1-800-746-6646 PH: 306-948-5262 rectly to you. Safety, convenience, reliability. Phone Kramble Industries at: FAX: 306-948-5263 306-933-2655 Saskatoon, SK. or visit: www.envirotank.com www.kramble.net

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AUGERS: NEW and USED: Wheatheart, Westfield, Westeel, Sakundiak augers; Auger SP kits; Batco conveyors; Wheatheart post pounders. Good prices, leasing available. Call 1-866-746-2666.

GRAINMAXX HIGH CAPACITY AUGERS 8 MODELS TO CHOOSE FROM

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1 800 667 8800

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RENT OR BUY at Flaman! 1610 PRO grain extractor. Unload bags easily and economically. See your nearest Flaman store or call 1-888-435-2626.

RENT OR BUY at Flaman! Grain Boss grain extractor. Unload bags easily and economically. See your nearest Flaman store or call 1-888-435-2626.

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To locate a dealer or become a dealer Call Charlene Toth Ph: 306-230-0075 Email: char8684@gmail.com

GSI 2314 GRAIN DRYER, auto moisture control, remote watchdog thru computer/ Smart phone, 100+ bph wheat, single phase propane dryer. Call Curtis at 204-626-3283, Sperling, MB.

2008 BALZER 1800 bu. grain cart w/triple axle, cut-out PTO drive, tarp, scale and steering assist, $69,800. 1-800-667-4515, or visit: www.combineworld.com

USED REM 2700 GRAIN VACS, serviced and field ready. Several to choose from. JOHN DEERE 568 round baler, 5x6 bales, Starting from $10,500. Call Flaman Saska- silage MegaWide PU, 21.5L-15.1 SL tires, toon today at 1-888-435-2626. exc. cond., always shedded, approx. 9500 bales made, $31,000. Call 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB.

PHOENIX M4 ROTARY mobile grain cleaner, 1800 hrs., comes with extra screens.

204-867-7225, Minnedosa, MB. WANTED TO BUY: Gjesdal grain cleaner, Model 400 or 1000. Tim Amundson 306-299-4401, 306-662-7528, Robsart, SK

UNVERFERTH 7000 GRAIN CART, w/tarp, CLIPPER SUPER X298D seed cleaner, 30.5x32 tires, S/N B1666145, vg cond., high capacity precision w/many options $21,000. Ph: 204-655-3458, Sifton, MB. and screens, excellent condition! High capacity debearder/buffer. Will sell separately. Transportation available to Western Canada. 705-563-2180, Earlton, ON. CUSTOM COLOR SORTING chickpeas to mustard. Cert. organic and conventional.

306-741-3177, Swift Current, SK. DUAL SCREEN ROTARY grain cleaners, great for pulse crops, best selection in Western Canada. Phone 306-259-4923 or 306-946-7923, Young, SK. DUAL STAGE ROTARY SCREENERS and 2008 Balzer 1800, 1800 bushel Kwik Kleen 5-7 tube. Call 204-857-8403, grain cart w/ triple axle, cut-out PTO Portage la Prairie, MB. or visit online: drive, good tarp, scale & steering www.zettlerfarmequipment.com assist. $69,800.

Trades welcome.

Financing available. 1-800-667-4515. www.combineworld.com

TWO 2012 CASE/IH 9230, 1- 594, hrs., ($330,000); 1- 1058 hrs., $310,000. Luxury cabs, 15’ PU’s, HID lites, factory AutoSteer, hopper covers, magna cut choppers, duals, large rear tires. 40’ straight cut d r ap e r h e a d e r s ava i l a b l e t o m at c h .

306-287-8292, Quill Lake, SK.

SELLING GRAIN LEGS, distributors, conveyors and truck scales. Also other elevators parts. 403-634-8540, Grassy Lake, AB.

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CONVEYAIR GRAIN VACS, parts, accessories. Call Bill 780-986-5548, Leduc, AB. www.starlinesales.com ATTACHMENT FOR GRAIN VACS: TO empty plastic grain bags. Blueprints avail. to build your own or we’ll build for you.

John Ilchuk 250-860-6610, Kelowna, BC.

2004 IH RBX562 baler with bale kick, 5’x6’ bales, $7980. Call 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com

2001 CAT 470, 1693/2129 hrs., with 14’ 2003 JD 4895 swather, new tires, shedded Swathmaster, $49,800. 1-800-667-4515, c/w 2011 896 hay header, 2400 hrs., vg www.combineworld.com cond., $65,000. Doyle Knoss, 306-476-2501 Rockglen, SK. 2014 NEW HOLLAND CX8090, $389,000.

Raymore New Holland, phone 306-746-2911, Raymore, SK., or web: www.raymorenewholland.com

2013 HANDLAIR 6" grain vac 4200 bph, brand new incl: PTO, 15' Flexsteel, 15' rubber, 10' pipe, 4' Flexsteel, a load out and clean up nozzle. Delivery available, new 2008 MACDON M150 w/D60 40’ header, PALLET BIN 52 and 48 bu. Grain cleaning condition. $23,750. 306-539-8775, Regina, slow spd. transport, 18.4x26 tires, 673 and treated seed storage. 306-258-4422, SK. revolutionequipment@sasktel.net, eng. hrs. Don 204-325-3465, Carman MB. www.revolutionequipmentco.com Vonda SK., www.buffervalley.com 2011 MACDON M150, big tires, D-60-D 35’ header, low hrs, $100,000. Stockholm, SK. 306-745-7274.

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BALE SPEAR ATTACHMENTS for all loaders and skidsteers, excellent pricing.

Call now 1-866-443-7444.

NH 664 ROUND baler, good belts, $5500 OBO. NH 848 round baler, $1400 OBO. 306-681-7610, 306-395-2668, Chaplin, SK.

Email: admin@grainbagscanada.com or Grain Bags Canada at 306-682-5888

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1995 AIR BENCH Cleaner, Cimbria Unigrain A/S, Type 113, No. 6516, $14,500 OBO. Darrel 204-483-2774, Carroll, MB.

BUCKET ELEVATORS, 60’ 3000 bph and 110’ 2500 bph, 60’ tower optional. Call Curtis at 204-626-3283, Sperling, MB. WESTERN GRAIN DRYER, manufactures of advanced screenless grain dryers, integrated with PLC and HMI technology for automatic moisture and drying system controls. Updates for Vertec, IBEC and other screenless dryers such as enclosed roof, drying tiers and burner, etc. are available.

1-888-288-6857. westerngraindryer.com

JD 567 BALER, 12,000 bales, twine only, shedded, good condition, $13,000. Call 306-476-2501, Rockglen, SK. 2002 CASE/IH RBX561 round baler, 2nd owner, shedded, great shape, sold cattle, asking $10,500. 306-246-4725, Richard SK 2002 JOHN DEERE 567 round baler, $6500 OBO. Call 306-252-2227, Kenaston, SK. 2003 HESSTON 4910 Big square baler, 40,000 bales, accumulator, innoculator, very good shape, shedded, ready to go.

Asking $28,500. 204-851-5026 Cromer MB

2011 NEW HOLLAND CX8080, $179,000.

Watrous New Holland, phone 306-946-3301, Watrous, SK., or view: www.watrousnewholland.com 2001 NEW HOLLAND TR99, $69,000.

Yo r k t o n N e w H o l l a n d , p h o n e 306-783-8511, Yorkton, SK., or web: www.yorktonnewholland.com 2009 NH CR9060, 1602/1176 hrs., Intelliview Plus II, F/A, auto HHC, lateral tilt, 900 rubber, PU available, $124,900.

1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com 2009 NH CR9060, Intelliview Plus, lateral tilt, auto HHC, chopper and spreader, 1600/1175 hrs., 900/60R32 Goodyear radials, $129,900. Call 1-800-667-4515, or visit: www.combineworld.com

NH 1049 SP balewagon; NH 1033 PT balewagon. Sell or take trade. 306-283-4747, 306-220-0429, Langham, SK.

GREAT CAPACITY, 300 TON/HOUR 1 BUSHEL CLEAN UP AT THE END OF THE BAG. FULLY WINDS UP GRAIN BAG

2013 IH 7130, 512/384 hours, AFS Pro 700, auto HHC, lat tilt, chopper, spreaders, pickups available. $189,900. Trades welcome.

Financing available. 1-800-667-4515. www.combineworld.com

2003 NH 2300 hay header, not used until 2005. 16’ double knife, rubber rollers, was attached to WDX1202 swather, cut approx.

2 5 0 0 a c r e s , s o l d c a t t l e , $ 1 3 , 4 5 0 . 2013 CLAAS LEXION 760, SP 574 eng., 410 306-246-4725, Richard, SK. sep., duals, auto grease, cruise pilot, GPS HP feeder house, lateral tilt, RITEWAY LANDROLLERS F3 and F5 series AutoSteer, AutoHeight, turbo chop, hardened steel, in stock. Be ready for seeding. See your shedded, 35' Maxflex 1050 header w/air n e a r e s t F l a m a n s t o r e o r c a l l reel, exc. cond., $375,000 OBO. Waldeck, 1-888-435-2626.

SK., 306-774-4060. mteulon@yourlink.ca 2011 NH H7150 haybine w/16’ HS header, done approx. 4000 acres, asking $27,000 2004 LEXION 460R, 2875/1979 hrs, fine cut chopper, dual disk spreader, with 14’ OBO. 306-846-4501, Dinsmore, SK. Swathmaster pick-up, $54,800.

1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com

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2012 BRANDT 1020XR, scales, camera, 9 0 0 / 6 0 R 3 2 t i r e s , P TO, $ 4 6 , 8 0 0 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com GRAVITY WAGONS: New 400 bu, $7,400; 600 bu., $12,500; 750 bu., $18,250. Large selection of used gravity wagons, 250-750 bu. Used grain carts, 450 to 1110 bushel.

View at: www.zettlerfarmequipment.com 1-866-938-8537, Portage la Prairie, MB.

2008 NEW HOLLAND CX8080, $179,000.

Raymore New Holland, phone 306-746-2911, Raymore, SK., or web: www.raymorenewholland.com 2013 NEW HOLLAND CX8080, $296,000.

Yo r k t o n N e w H o l l a n d , p h o n e 306-783-8511, Yorkton, SK., or web: www.yorktonnewholland.com ATTN: CANOLA PRODUCERS. Don’t let your profits blow away in the wind.

Achieve best results with the new Hauser Revo Roller, all steel 10’ drum swath roller.

Mimics every movement of the swather, accurate and consistent ground gauging, legal width transport. Hauser’s Machinery, 1-888-939-4444, www.hausers.ca

BALE SPEARS, high quality imported USED SCHULTE FX520 20’ cutter. 2004 from Italy, 27” and 49”, free shipping, ex- model and is in excellent condition. Call c e l l e n t p r i c i n g . C a l l n o w t o l l f r e e Flaman Sales, 1-800-352-6264, Nisku, AB. 1-866-443-7444, Stonewall, MB. 2004 DEGELMAN SA 1800 sidearm with 1000 PTO, $7480. Call 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com HIGHLINE 1400 BALE PICKER, 14 bales.

Phone 204-655-3458, Sifton, MB.

WANTED: GREEN STRIPE L3 or L4 Gleaner combine. Call 701-240-5737, Minot, ND. 2011 GLEANER S77, 788 sep hrs.; 2007 R-75, 1306 sep. hrs. Sold at Unreserved Auction, Tues. April 14th, Tisdale, SK, for more info: www.schapansky.com Bonli Farms Ltd. Dispersal, Bruce Schapansky Auctioneers, 306-873-5488, PL#314037.

1997 JD 9600, 3557 hrs., hopper topper, Kirby chaff spreader, fine cut chopper, 914 PU, Y&M monitor, $45,000 OBO. Call 306-743-7622, Langenburg, SK. 2000 JOHN DEERE 9750 STS, 3872/2660 hrs., Redekop chopper, 914 PU, field ready, $74,800. Call 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com 1998 JD CTS II, c/w 914 PU header, exc. tires, premium cond, always shedded. Fox Valley, SK. 306-666-2153 or 306-662-7471

1991 JD 8560, 7549 hrs., partial powershift, duals, stock #549040, $58,300. Call CASE/IH COMBINES and other makes Preeceville, SK. at 306-547-2007 or and models. 5 years interest free on most www.maplefarm.com units. Call the combine superstore. Trades 2004 JD 9660, yield monitor, long unload welcome, delivery can be arranged. Call auger, chaff spreader, dual range cyl., c/w Gord 403-308-1135, Lethbridge, AB. pickup, engine hrs. 1054, machine hrs.

WANTED: 2588 CASE/IH combine, with 874. Greenlight at AgLand, Lloydminster, 700 to 800 separating hrs. 306-666-4606, SK 200 acres ago, $110,00. 306-825-3223.

306-662-7989, Fox Valley, SK. 2009 9770 STS, 1800 eng. hrs, 1253 1997 CASE IH 2188 combine, 3886 eng. threshing, w/915 PU, Y&M, AutoSteer and hrs., 1015 pickup header, 1010 30' rigid cut, mapping, 38” duals, fine cut chopper, long unload auger, Contour-Master, $20,000 $67,000. 306-332-8071, Edgeley, SK. Greenlight, asking $190,000. Moose Jaw, 1996 CASE/IH 9370, 650x75R32 Fire- SK. 306-681-8197, 306-693-2024. stones at 80%, 12 spd. standard, 7300 hrs, w/wo AutoSteer, shedded, vg cond. 2003 JD 9650 STS, many upgrades, 4029 $76,500 OBO. 204-825-5102, Baldur, MB. eng. hrs, 70 Series air intake, feed accelerator clutch and concave mounts, 20' auger, GS1 yield monitor, 800/65R32, single point hookup, 2015 Greenlight done, $90,000.

306-642-3253, Assiniboia, SK. 2009 JOHN DEERE 9770, 890 hrs., 615 PU header, excellent shape, $168,000 OBO. 306-252-2227, Kenaston, SK. 2009 CASE/IH 8120, approx. 1170 hours IH 2016 headers w/Swathmaster pickup, always shedded, exc. cond., field ready, operated only in wheat, barley, canola, Pro 600 monitor, newer Big Tube Rotor, 2 to choose from, $185,000. 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB.

1997 JD 9100, 8700 hrs, Synchro trans., duals, stock #55575, $65,600. Call 204-773-2149, Russell, MB. v i ew www.maplefarm.com 2010 JD 9770 STS, w/1615 PU header, 20.8x42 duals, large rear tires, $260,000.

Call A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment Ltd., 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK.

2001 CASE/IH 2388, SP, 2350 sep. hrs, Redekop chopper, Swathmaster, hopper 2007 JOHN DEERE 9760 STS, duals, new topper, shedded, excellent condition, concaves, 1336 rotor hrs., $125,000 OBO. $77,500. 306-485-8187, Alameda, SK. 306-552-4905, Eyebrow, SK.

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2009 MACDON D60, 45’, JD STS hook-up, SWATHMASTER PICK-UPS 2005 14’, double knife drive, transport, needs TLC, $6500; 1999 14’, $7980. 1-800-667-4515, $29,800. Call 1-800-667-4515, or visit: www.combineworld.com www.combineworld.com IH PICK-UP HEADS, 2001, $6950; 1997 1015, $3950. Call 1-800-667-4515, visit: www.combineworld.com 2001 SWATHMASTER 14’ PU, new front belts, hydraulic wind guard, $9950.

1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com 2006 JD 9760 w/914 pickup Contour Master, integrated AutoSteer, Touchset, 1997 RAKE-UP PICK-UP, 12’, manual wind 30.5x32 singles, 18.4R26 rear, 2520 eng. 2014 MACDON FD-75 flax draper header, guard, $3500. Call 1-800-667-4515, or vishrs. Call Mike 204-745-7690, Carman, MB. 45’ wide, 2 wobble boxes, hyd. tilt, loaded, it: www.combineworld.com low spd transporter, like new cond, Cat attachment, field ready, $85,000. Can Deliver. 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. WILDFONG ENTERPRISES at Craik, SK. 2004 JD 635F hydroflex, hyd. fore/aft, Introducing Armor Plate concaves that poly skids, FF auger, fits STS, $17,800. are tough enough to shrug off rock dam1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com age, hard enough to hold their edge, and designed with no dead spots or jagged edges for a smoother more complete thresh. Reduce white caps and chop straw trouble. We offer the best warranty in North America along with the best prices.

JD STS and S Series, $2100, all Case/IH rotaries, $2100, other models available upon request. Now carrying improved threshing element for JD S Series, these bars will give you a beautiful, clean thresh.

Call us for best pricing. 10% discount on orders placed before February 1, 2015.

2012 MACDON D60-S draper, 35’ header, Airfoil chaffers $750 for most models. c/w Case or NH adapter, mint cond., sin- Manitoba customers and anyone needing gle knife, double reel, field ready, sliding installation services please call Dale Paul plates on ends, low acreage unit, trans1293 JD CORN HEADER, 12 row, 30” spac- ports, $64,000. Can deliver. Call anytime in Yorkton, SK, 306-783-0255. Please order early to ensure supply. Call Rus ing, poly spouts, header was used on a 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. 306-260-2833 or Rick 306-734-7721 or Case/IH 8120, 1000 acres done on a merger overhaul, always shedded, exc. cond., RECONDITIONED rigid and flex, most the shop 306-734-2345. $21,000. 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB makes and sizes; also header transports.

Ed Lorenz, 306-344-4811, Paradise Hill, 2008 36’ NH 94C header; TR adaptor, pea SK. www.straightcutheaders.com auger, single reel, gauge wheels, $39,000 TRANSMISSIONS Service, OBO. 306-648-7106, Ferland, SK. 1993 IH 1010, 25’ batt reel, $4950. ALLISON Sales and Parts. Exchange or custom re1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com builds available. Competitive warranty.

2012 CIH 40’ D60D, dual knife drive, hyd. Spectrum Industrial Automatics Ltd., fore/aft, transport kit, PU reels, shedded, Blackfalds, AB. 1-877-321-7732. $75,000. 306-287-8292, Quill Lake, SK. POWER UP LUBRICANTS, Regina and Area.

2010 MACDON 40’ D60S draper header, We are the Power Up dealer for Regina and w/flexy fingers, pickup 2 piece reel, hyd. area. Contact us for all Power Up products, fore/aft, skid plates, transport kit, shed- Oil, hydraulic, fuel additives and Thixoded, $60,000. 306-287-8292, Quill Lake SK grease! 306-539-8775, Regina, SK. revolutionequipment@sasktel.net www.revolutionequipmentco.com 2011 Lexion P516 Pickup header w/ 16’ Swathmaster, excellent condition, under 200 hours, two in stock…$23,800.Trades wel- 1999 SWATHMASTER 14’ pick-up only, 8 TRANS. AND DIFF. PARTS for approx. come. Financing available. 1-800-667-4515. belt, excellent condition, $8950. Call 1969-71 JD 4020 diesel. Trans. is synchro 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com range. 403-845-5193 Rocky Mtn House AB www.combineworld.com 2007 973 MACDON 36’ header with pea auger, Empire wheels, $36,000 OBO; 2007 JD hydraflex header, 35’, w/transport, $24,000 OBO. Both are in excellent cond, always shedded. 306-843-7314, Wilkie, SK 1998 NH 971, 30’, double knife drive, $3900. Call 1-800-667-4515, or visit: www.combineworld.com 2013 HORST CHC36 35’ header transport, $5880. Call 1-800-667-4515, or visit: www.combineworld.com

16’ RAKE-UP PICK-UPS, 2008 $6950; 2008 with hydraulic wind guard, $3980. Call 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com 14’ RAKE-UP PICK-UPS, 2007 with hydraulic wind guard, excellent condition, $7980; 1997, $3450. Call 1-800-667-4515, or visit: www.combineworld.com NEW SWATHMASTER 14’ PICK-UP, 8 belt, hydraulic wind guard, ultra float suspens i o n , p l a s t i c fi n g e r s , $ 1 3 , 8 3 8 . C a l l 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com

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2010 CASE/IH 4420, leather, AIM, 120’, 1200 gal. tank, Raven Viper Pro, AutoBoom, AutoHeight, 2 sets tires, 1500 hrs., $225,000. 306-463-7866, Flaxcombe, SK.

FLOATER TIRES: CASE and JD sprayers: 800/70R38 Michelin for Case 4420/4430, $19,500; 710/70R38 Titan rim and tire for JD 4720/4730, $14,200. Factory rims and tires: for JD 4930/4940, R4045; 2009 JOHN DEERE 4930 SP Sprayer, 800/55R46 Goodyear, $21,500 for set.

1250 USG tank, 120' boom, approx. 1985 306-697-2856, Grenfell, SK. hrs., 2 sets of tires, GS2 monitor, $175,000.

306-487-2702, Lampman, SK.

RETIRING: 2001 CIH 4260 Patriot spray2004 NEW HOLLAND, 130' steel booms, er, 3910 hrs., 90’ booms, 1200 gal. US SS autorate control, autofold, 1250 gal tank, tank, AIM Command, Outback AutoSteer, AutoBoom, 5-way nozzle bodies, 2 sets of $15,000. 403-345-3770, Coaldale, AB. tires, Red light done, $139,500 OBO. 2009 NEW HOLLAND SF216, 100’ suspend- 306-734-2728 or 306-734-2228, Craik, SK. ed boom, 1600 US gallon, AutoBoom glide system, 2-way nozzles, very good cond., SPRAYTEST REMOTE BOOM CONTROL $35,000. 306-421-0679, Estevan, SK. Use wireless remote to turn on individual boom sections for nozzle checks.

RETIRED. Well maintained, vg condition.

Easy install with plug and play harness to Brandt QF1000 80’, 800 gal. tank, chemical fit your sprayer. Order your SprayTest today. mixer, foam marker, wind cones, hyd. drive pump. 403-651-1881, Langdon, AB. Toll free: 1-855-859-1200 2006 FLEXI-COIL 67XL, suspended boom Ph: 306-859-1200 90’, 1250 Imp. gal. tank, 100 gal. rinse spraytest@sasktel.net tank, wind screens, 3 nozzle body, autowww.spraytest.com rate, AutoHeight, hyd. pump, $15,000.

306-625-7805, 306-625-7800, Ponteix, SK 2008 APACHE AS1010, 6 speed PS, 2011 NH S1070, 1600 gal. tank, 126’ 1000 gal tank, 100’ boom, GPS w/Autoboom, Raven AutoBoom, sectional control, Steer, mapping, AutoBoom, AccuBoom, 3 chemical induction tank, 3-way nozzle way nozzles w/twin tee jets. Mint condibodies, 380/90R46 tires, pics available, al- tion! $118,900. Call Jordan anytime, ways shedded, 25% down, balance by April 403-627-9300, Pincher Creek, AB. 15, 2015. Can deliver up to 400 miles, $38,000. 306-845-8210, Edam, SK. NEW HOLLAND SF115, 90’ suspended boom, Raven AutoBoom, double nozzle, autorate, 1250 gallon tank, hyd. pump, $35,000. 403-379-2423, Buffalo, AB.

2002 SPRAY-AIR 3490 HC, PT, 90’, 850 US gal tank, control w/speed sensor, $9980. Call 1-800-667-4515, or visit: www.combineworld.com BRANDT SB 4000 high clearance sprayer, www.gallantsales.com Large inventory 1350 gal., triple nozzle, AutoBoom shutoff, new and used potato equip. Dealer for Tri- $24,900. Ph: 204-655-3458, Sifton, MB. 2010 CASE/IH SPX 4420 high clearance steel Mfg. wash line equipment. Dealer for sprayer, AFS Pro 700 monitor, autofold, Logan Equipment. Dave 204-254-8126, MB AutoHeight, AIM command, luxury cab w/ heated leather seat, HID lights, chem 2011 CASE/IH 4420, 120', 1200 gallon, handler, foam markers, air compressor, AIM, luxury cab, 2 sets of tires, 5-way Tridekon crop dividers, 2400 hrs. on nozzle bodies, Viper Pro, reversing fan, fully machine, 500 hrs. on Cummins eng, loaded, fresh inspection, 1835 hrs. $220,000. 780-689-8039, Athabasca, AB. $225,000 OBO. 306-541-7989, Rouleau, SK. tabrad@xplornet.com 2013 CASE/IH 3230, 100’, 800 gal. tank, 2004 CIH 3185, 2200 hrs, 750 gal., AutoS3 Outback GPS, 780 hrs., AutoSteer, Au- Steer, sect. control, AutoBoom Height, factoBoom, luxury cab, 2 sets of wheels and tory duals, crop dividers, new tires, field fenders, 320R90/46 new with sprayer, air ready, 2 seasons on new pump, shedded. lift crop dividers, $215,000. 204-734-7625 Price to sell. 306-222-6035, Saskatoon, SK or 204-734-0897, Swan River, MB. 2014 ROGATOR 1100, Norac AutoBoom, RTK, 4 wheel hyd. adjust, sharp shooter, 2 sets of tires, $315,000 OBO. 306-867-3696, Outlook, SK. stephencgibson@hotmail.com

2006 BOURGAULT 5710 SERIES II air drill, 54’, 10” spacing, 3.5” steel packers, 3/4” carbide knive openers, Series II MRB, double shoot drive w/anhydrous kit, autorate controller, all tires new within the last 2 years, $65,000. Call 306-682-2278, 306-231-7900, Humboldt, SK. 1998 FLEXI-COIL 5000, 57’, TBH, 12” space, DS, some blockage monitors, w/2001 Flexi-Coil 3450 air cart, new tips and openers, $48,000. 780-632-6372, 780-603-5307, Vegreville, AB. 2006 BOURGAULT 6350 tank, 491 monitor, dual fans set up for MRB’s, exc. shape $70,000. 306-463-3303, Kindersley, SK. TWO FLEXI-COIL 3450 tanks, double fan, 10” auger, variable rate, $27,500 each OBO. 306-861-4592, Fillmore, SK. HIGHER YIELDS w/OUR advanced carbide drill points. Find out more at: www.vwmfg.com or call 403-528-3350, Dunmore, AB. 2001 HARMAN 4480, 44’ cult, #3100 tank, new openers, triple shoot using anhydrous, tank shedded, not used for 2 seasons, $20,000 OBO. 306-825-3223, Lloydminster, SK. 1997 FLEXI-COIL 5000, 57’ with mid row NH3, 3.5” rubber packers, blockage monit o r, t a n k s a v a i l a b l e , $ 1 5 , 8 0 0 .

1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com 2003 JD 1820, 60’, c/w 350 bu. 1910 cart, 10” space, single shoot w/Stealth boots, 1515 Dutch openers, 4” capped steel packers, $41,000. 403-575-1417, Veteran, AB 2013 JD 1910, 55 bu. air cart, 10” space, double shoot, Stock #55707, $112,000.

Call Moosomin, SK., 306-435-3301, or www.maplefarm.com 2010 SEED HAWK 4510 air drill w/JD 1910, 430 bu. TBH air cart, conveyor, dual shoot, JD blockage. 306-255-2745, 306-255-7776, 306-255-7510 Colonsay SK BOURGAULT 8800, 40’x8” dry SS, 3/4” carbide points, independent gang packers, all new seed hoses, all new Firestone tires, e x c e l l e n t c o n d i t i o n , $ 1 7 , 0 0 0 O B O. 306-644-4703, Loreburn, SK. CONCORD 40-10, Dickey John NH3, Dutch carbide openers, c/w 3000 tank, lots of updates. Will sell separately. Phone 306-873-5788, Tisdale, SK. MOON HEAVY HAUL pulling air drills/ air seeders, packer bars, Alberta and Sask. 30 years experience. Call Bob Davidson, Drumheller, AB. 403-823-0746.

2007 JD 1895 no till drill, 43’, 10” spacing, MRB’s, DS, c/w 1910 tank, 430 bu. cap., 3 bin, conveyor, variable rate. Complete update on MRB’s 3500 acres ago with all new discs, boots, bushings, etc., exc. cond., $99,900. Ready to work! Call Jordan anytime 403-627-9300, Pincher Creek, AB. 2003 BOURGAULT 5710, 29.8’, 9.8” spacing, 4.5” steel packers, 3/4” knock-on knives, MRB’s, no fert. kit on drill, $25,000.

306-398-7446, Baldwinton, SK. TWO 2001 51’ FLEXI-COIL 5000, 9” space, DS, 3” rubber, 3450 TBH carts, double fan, 10” auger, variable rate, $39,900/ea OBO. 306-861-4592, Fillmore, SK.

Call 1-888-920-1507 2006 APACHE #859 high clearance sprayer, 90’ booms, only approx. 1549 hours, 850 gal. poly tank foam marker, Raven m o n i t o r, g o o d c o n d i t i o n , $ 7 4 , 9 0 0 .

204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB.

BERGEN ROCK DIGGER, good shape, $4000; Melcam rock picker, $400. Call 306-963-2722, Imperial, SK.

2005 BOURGAULT AIR Drill, Model 5710, 54', 9.8" spacing MRB, DS, rubber packers $36,000. 306-539-2363, Regina, SK. bjgilmour@sasktel.net

NEW! FARM KING snowblowers in stock now- 50”, 60”, 72”, 84”, 96”! Reserve yours before the next snowfall. Starting at 2011 MILLER CONDOR G75 SP, 120’ $1,995. See your nearest Flaman store or boom, 1200 gal., 6.7L eng, 4 WD, Raven AutoSteer, Ultraglide, 380.90R46, 1433 call 1-888-435-2626. eng hrs. Arthur 204-745-7054 Carman, MB SCHULTE SNOWBLOWERS in stock now! 2009 APACHE AS1210, 1200 gal., 100’ Front and rear mount. See your nearest booms, Raven GPS, SmarTrax, AutoBoom Flaman store or call 1-888-435-2626. shutoff, AutoBoom Height Control, triple SCHULTE SNOW PLOW, new cutting edge, n o z z l e b o d i e s , $ 1 3 0 , 0 0 0 O B O . hydraulic chute, $1800. 306-963-2722, 403-443-7876, Three Hills, AB. Imperial, SK. 2002 WILLMAR 8600 High Clearance 90’ boom, 8 tires, several updates, 85” ALLIED SNOWBLOWER, 540 PTO, 3 sprayer, cond., 1200 gal. SS tank, $65,000 OBO. PTH, $1200 OBO; Also 3 PTH to bolt-on vg or trade for newer model. 306-937-2836, avail. Grant 306-524-2155, 306-746-7336 306-937-3402, Battleford, SK. or 306-524-4339, Semans, SK. 2008 AS710 APACHE sprayer, 783 hrs., 1995 SCHULTE 9600 8’ snowblower, 540 90’, 750 gallon tank, Envisio Pro monitor, PTO, 3PTH, $5950. Call 1-800-667-4515, AccuBoom, 5 and 10 gal. nozzles, HD front www.combineworld.com axle, shedded, mint condition, $107,000.

TRIDEKON CROP SAVER, crop dividers.

Phone: 306-753-2697, Macklin, SK. PROTECH SNOW PUSH, 10’, like new, Reduce trampling losses by 80% to 90%. $4500. Call 1-800-667-4515, or visit: 2014 CIH 4430, 120’, 555 hrs., loaded, Call: Great West Agro, 306-398-8000. www.combineworld.com AIM, AutoBoom, AccuBoom, Viper Pro, single and dual nozzles, end nozzles, clean NEW AND USED 3 PTH snowblowers for out valves, two sets of tires and fenders, sale. Season clearance. Priced to sell. For $359,000. Call 306-228-7612, Unity, SK. details call Flaman Sales, 1-800-352-6264, 854 ROGATOR, 2001, 2130 hrs., 90’, new Nisku, AB. 2007 Bo u rga u lt 331 0 12” tires, 2 - 22 gal./acre nozzles, 4 floatation tires and rims, $70,000.

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2004 BOURGAULT 5710, 64’, 10” spacing, 4” rubber, Atom Jet openers, Stock #55912, $56,500. Call Russell, MB., 204-773-2149, or www.maplefarm.com 2009 JD 1895 no till drill, 36’, 10” spacing, MRB’s, DS, c/w 1910 air tank, 340 bu., 3 bin conveyor, Alpine kit, good shape, ready to go to work, $100,000 OBO. Call Adam 306-252-3227, Duval, SK. 2002 BOURGAULT 5710, 47’, 9” spacing, MRB’s, 3/4” Speed-Locs, steel 3-1/2” packers, Raven NH3 rate control kit, $40,000; 2002 JD 1900 TBT 270 bu., cart, $18,000.

780-808-3453, Lloydminster, AB. 2006 NH SD440 50’, 10” paired row, 430 bu., variable rate tank, double shoot, blockage monitor, steel press wheels, $90,000. 780-210-0280, Andrew, AB. 2002 BOURGAULT 5710, 35’, 5200 cart, speed lock adaptors, 9.8” spacing, asking $55,000. Call: 306-293-2793, Climax, SK. 2006 NH/FLEXI-COIL 380 air cart, variable rate, double shoot, nice shape, $49,000 OBO. 403-317-4976, Burdett, AB.

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YOUNG’S EQUIPMENT INC. For all your 2006 JD 4920, 120’, 1200 gal., 20”, Autosilage equipment needs call Ron toll free Trac ready, 5 section boom, Hi-flow, SS 306-565-2405, Regina, SK. tank and plumbing, no display/monitor, $99,500. Call 306-861-4592, Fillmore, SK. FP230 NEW HOLLAND forage harvester, last used in 2007, shedded, exc. cond., 2000 AGCO WILLMAR 7400, Outback S3 5000 bus. of barley or $17,500. Dan Thor- Automate, Powerglide, 5.9L, 90', 750 gal, steinson, 306-272-7321, Foam Lake, SK. 2520 hrs., $48,500. 780-753-4066, Altario.

2000 POWERFILL SILAGE BAGGER, 10’ tunnel, new rotor and stripper bar, 240 HP Mack engine. Call Peter at 204-379-2843, 204-745-0092, St. Claude, MB. 2004 IHC 7400, tandem, DT530, Allison auto, w/new 20’ sileage box, fresh engine, warranty, $74,900. Call K&L Equipment 306-795-7779, 306-537-2027 Ituna, SK. Email: ladimer@sasktel.net DL#910885.

2013 JOHN DEERE 4940, 500 hours, two sets tires, Hi-Flo pump, Raven AutoBoom, swath control and SF1, many more options, can deliver, $305,000. 204-522-0926, Medora, MB. chadvandaele@mts.net 2003 CASE PATRIOT 2130, 2 year old alum Pommier booms, 2300 hrs., 3 sets of tips, Trimble AutoSteer, $55,000 OBO. 780-674-0721, Barrhead, AB.

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189,900

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2014 BOURGAULT 66’ air drill, B22520A, high flotation pkg, single shoot trailing air cart, $274,000. 306-864-3667, Kinistino, SK. or visit: www.farmworld.ca 2001 BOURGAULT 5710, Series II, 40’ 9.8” spacing, MRB’s, 5350 tank w/dual fans and 3 tank metering. 1500 acres on new tips. $64,000 OBO. 306-421-0509, Estevan, SK.

2005 BOURGAULT AIRDRILL 54', MRB's and 4" openers on 9.8" spacing, 4" rubber packers, shedded, good cond. 2003 Bourgault 5350 tank, dual fan (1 high spd.), in-cab adjustment. 1998 Bourgault 3225 tank. Call 780-212-7931, Atmore, AB.

1996 BOURGAULT 42’ air drill, 7” spacing, 2155 tank, $20,000 OBO. Troy at 2011 JOHN DEERE 1890 disc drill, c/w 306-867-7719, Glenside, SK. 1910 TBT 430 bu. cart, 3 tank with convey- WIRELESS BLOCKAGE MONITORS. Call for or, Martin closing wheels, Needham firm- your quote today! 306-974-4356, Saskaing wheels and gauge wheels, all run JD toon, SK. tyler@tdtcontractingltd.com blockage, liquid starter fertilizer kit, $165,000. 306-476-7653, Fife Lake, SK. 2012 MORRIS CONTOUR 2, 61’x12” c/w 8370, $195,000. Yorkton New HolRETIRED. Well maintained, vg cond. 29’ TBH 306-783-8511, Yorkton, SK. or view Morris Maxim w/7130 Morris air tank, 7.5” land, www.yorktonnewholland.com spacing, single shoot, seeded 1500 acres on new dbl. carbide 3” openers, many new 33’ CONCORD AIR drill, packers good parts. 403-651-1881, Langdon, AB. cond., 4” openers, 10” spacing, 200 bu.

BOURGAULT 5710 air drill, 54’, w/MRB’s, cart, $15,000. 403-635-0042 Assiniboia SK $18,000 OBO. 306-252-2227, Kenaston, SK 2004 BOURGAULT 5710, 47', Series 25 MRB, 2007 SEEDMASTER 80’, 12” spacing, NH3/dry, 9.8" spacing, 3.5" steel packers, 430 bu. JD 1910 seed cart, w/newer con- Speed-Loc adapters, 2 seasons on 3/4" veyor, double shoot, semi-pneumatic carbide openers, Raven Super Cooler, c/w packer tires, packing force sensor, dual 4300 single shoot cart w/rear tow hitch, front wing castors, high flotation on drill, shedded, $65,000 OBO. 204-526-7805, smart hitch, lift kit, intelligent ag blockage Cypress River, MB. sensor, $195,000. 306-648-2418, Gravel- 2006 NH SC430 TBH cart, var. rate, auger, bourg, SK. 800x32 tires, 4 rollers, rear hitch, $42,500.

2008 K-HART 42’ Coulter, Paralink drill. 306-364-2142, 306-364-2126, Jansen, SK. Mid-row banders, recent new discs, Flexi- 2000 FLEXI-COIL 5000, PB2983B, 45’, 9” Coil air system, excellent shape, $37,500 spacing, 3.5” steel packers, flexi air kit, OBO; 2004 40’ 8830 Bourgault coulter drill $18,000 Cash. Call 306-682-9920, Humfor anhydrous application, $25,000 OBO. boldt, SK. or visit: www.farmworld.ca 306-937-2836, Battleford, SK. 2010 65’ BOURGAULT 3310 paralink, 12” 2010 NH P2070 60’x10”, comes with spacing, mid row shank banding, DS, rear P1060 TBH, $124,900. Yorkton New Hol- hitch, $157,000. A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipland, 306-783-8511, Yorkton, SK. or view ment Ltd. 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK. www.yorktonnewholland.com 52’ HARMON, 9.6” spacing, paired 2012 BOURGAULT 3320 QDA 50’x10”, c/w 2003 openers, above average condition, 6350 TBT, $209,000. Raymore New Hol- row shedded, field ready, triple shoot with NH3 land 306-746-2911, Raymore, SK. or view kit, c/w Model 4100 350 bu. 3 comp. DS www.raymorenewholland.com TBH air cart, $35,000 OBO. 306-764-6093, CUSTOM BUILT DRILL points/ openers 306-961-1803, Prince Albert, SK. repairs. Don’t delay! Find out more at: BOURGAULT 5710, 54’, 9.8” spacing, 5350 www.vwmfg.com or call 403-528-3350, TBT, SS, rebuilt MRB’s, set up for liquid Dunmore, AB. fert or NH3. 406-765-7163 Plentywood MT 2014 BOURGAULT 3320-76, 7700 tank, 10” space, liquid, loaded, high float option, 2007 SEEDMASTER TXB5012, 50’ drill, PS3155A, 12” spacing, tandem main very low acres. 306-483-7829, Oxbow, SK. frame, $110,000. 306-922-2525, Prince Al1998 BOURGAULT 5710 air drill, 54’, D.S. bert, SK. or visit: www.farmworld.ca 4” packers, carbide openers, Series II midrow banders. Done only 1200 acres, 4350 2008 SEED HAWK 55’, 10” spacing, 500 bu. triple seed tank. Drill has done 33,000 tank w/3 compartments. Duals across acres, asking $85,000. 403-578-2487 front, big tires on back, duals on tank. Remote 10” auger, blockage monitors, 1200 eves., Brownfield, AB. gal. liquid tank (set up for Alpine if need2012 BOURGAULT 6700, seed bag lift, ed), exc. cond., field ready, possible delivrear hitch, 4 tank metering, 650R34 duals, ery. 306-485-7843, Alida, SK. stock #55925, $152,290. Call Moosomin, SK. 306-435-3301 or www.maplefarm.com CONCORD 32’ AIR DRILL, 12” spacings, c/w Model 3000 air tank and loading auger. Willing to sell tank separately. Asking $15,000. Call 306-233-5722, Wakaw, SK. 2001 MORRIS MAXIM 35’, 240 TBH cart, 10” spacing, single shoot, carbon tip seed shovels, exc. cond., low acres, $42,500.

Call 306-741-9521, Wymark, SK. 2003 MORRIS NEVER PIN 34’, 7180, 3 comp. air cart, 10” spacing, side band, 2006 JD 1820, 45’, 5 fold, 10” spacing, $30,000. 780-685-2042, Cleardale, AB. DS, 3.5” steel V style packers, 2.5” DS opener, Dutch seed brakes. 2006 1910 TBT tank, 250 bu., 3 compartment, conveyer, variable rate, always shedded, $65,000 2001 MORRIS MAXIM 35’, 240 TBH, 10” OBO. Call 780-679-5723, Daysland, AB spacing, single shoot, 3.5” Morris twin row 2005 MORRIS MAXIM III, 50’x10”, c/w carbon tip seed boots, w/liquid kit, 4” 7240 TBH, $46,500. Raymore New Holland steel packers, excellent cond., low acres.

306-746-2911, Raymore, SK. or view 306-435-7893, Moosomin, SK. www.raymorenewholland.com 60’ SEEDHAWK, paired row, 10” 1997 FLEXI-COIL 45’ air drill, 9” spacing, 2009 c/w Flexi-Coil 4350 TBT air cart single shoot, 2320 TBT cart, $45,000 OBO. spacing, on duals, double shoot, variable rate, 10” 306-648-7766, Gravelbourg, SK. fill auger, blockage monitor, always shedSLEEPERS AND DAYCABS. New and used. ded. 306-229-1693, Hepburn, SK. Huge inventory across Western Canada at BOURGAULT 5710, 42’, Atom Jet points, www.Maximinc.Com or call Maxim Truck & andhydrous mid-row, 3.5” steel packers, Trailer, 1-888-986-2946.

12” spacing, w/wo 3225 Bourgault cart, BLOCKAGE PREVENTION SYSTEM. An air $35,000 OBO or will separate. Cardross, preheater will help prevent buildups in your SK. 306-475-2666 or 306-313-2416 cell. air seeder. 306-974-4356, Saskatoon, SK. 2011 JD 1870, 56’, c/w 1910 350 TBH, tyler@tdtcontractingltd.com factory liquid section control, variable rate, 40’ JD 737 drill, c/w individual shank or auto calibrate, dual castors, low acres. Call gang packers, Atom Jet boots, JD 787 230 780-847-3792, Marwayne, AB. bu. air cart, plumbed for liquid nitrogen WANTED: AIR DRILL with 5” to 6.5” packwith 1400 gal. Bandit caddy TBH. Will sep- ing wheels. 306-640-8600, Assiniboia, SK. arate. Nice unit and condition, $29,000.

306-531-8575, 306-771-2819, Edenwold, 2002 JD 1820, 40’, 10” space, 3 steel, DS SK. Email: wc.farm@hotmail.com dry and NH3, Stock #52901, $43,600. Call oosomin, SK., 306-435-3301, or 2006 SEEDMASTER 6012, Smart hitch, M new pneumatic tires, more options; 2005 www.maplefarm.com Flexi-Coil 4350 tank, Agtron full blockage, MORRIS MAXIM AIR drill, 1997, 40’, douexc. cond. 306-642-8111, Assiniboia, SK. ble shoot, newer boots and tips, no tank. $15,000 OBO. 306-220-1540, Saskatoon.

2002 SEED HAWK 257 Magnum, double shoot dry, UltraPro canola roller, hyd. or gas 2002 BOURGAULT 5350 air cart, dual fans, engine fan, field ready, $49,500 OBO. 180 3 tanks, 3 tank metering, 491 monitor, HP FWA will pull it. Upgrading to larger light pkg., 2 cameras, rear rice tires, good unit. 306-645-4684, 306-945-7618, Wald- condition, asking $46,000. 306-782-8303, or 306-521-0329, Yorkton, SK. area heim, SK. rogerandgale@yourlink.ca

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1994 FLEXI-COIL 5000 air drill, 12â&#x20AC;? space, rubber press, DS, full carbide, c/w 2320 or 3450 air tank or will sell separate.

306-627-3380 leave message, Wymark, SK

2003 BOURGAULT 8810, 50', 10" spacing, MRB's set up for NH3, Raven rate controller, heavy steel packers, c/w 2003 5350 tank SS, 2 tank meters,rear hitch w/winch, 491 monitor w/cab rate adjust. Shedded and 2009 MORRIS CONTOUR 61â&#x20AC;&#x2122; drill and well maintained, $80,000. 204-522-6142 or 2012 8370 TBH tank, B2199B, 12â&#x20AC;? spacing, 204-662-4475, Reston, MB. 3 tanks, DS, $179,000. 306-922-2525, Prince Albert, SK. www.farmworld.ca CUSTOM BUILT DRILL points/ openers Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t delay! Find out more at: 2014 JOHN DEERE 1830, 61', 10" spacing, repairs. or call 403-528-3350, 3" rubber packers, hi flotation tire package, www.vwmfg.com Dunmore, AB. available w/wo 14' JD 430 bu. TBH tank, double shoot, conveyor, duals, hyd. drive, 2002 BOURGAULT 5200, tank CRA, 2 tank rear hitch, only seeded 320 acres, willing to meters, rear hitch, rice tires, semi hopper, deal, $215,000. 204-522-0926, Medora, always shedded, $22,000. 306-275-2224, MB. chadvandaele@mts.net 306-921-6334, St. Brieux, SK. 2012 SEEDMASTER 6612, tire in tire, FLEXI-COIL P1040 AIR tank, 325 bu., exc.

Smart hitch, dual castors, more options; condition, asking $46,000. 306-690-8829, 2012 JD 1910 tank, 430 bu., cameras, ex- 306-631-8854, Moose Jaw, SK. tra rollers, full-run blockage. Units done 8800 acres Assiniboia, SK., 306-642-8111.

FLEXI-COIL SYSTEM 75 packer bar, P30 packers, 62â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, c/w factory hitch extension, $11,000. 403-936-5797, Calgary, AB. 1996 BOURGAULT 4000 wing type packer, 32â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, shedded, 1 owner, excellent, $11,000.

780-985-3753, Calmar, AB.

FLEXI-COIL 6000 air drill, 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 3450 TBH tank, double shoot, 7.5â&#x20AC;? spacing, rubber packer wheels. All new discs, bearings, air hoses 3 yrs. ago. Shedded and unused for WINTER DISCOUNTS on new and used 3 seasons, $60,000 OBO. 403-784-3633 or rollers, all sizes. Leasing and delivery available. 403-545-6340, 403-580-6889, 403-304-2266, 403-740-9161, Tees, AB. machinerydave@yahoo.ca Bow Island, AB. 2010 NH P2070 Precision drill 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, low acres, 430 bu. P1060 TBT cart, variable 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122; RITE-WAY HARROW packer bar, P20 rate, IntelliView II monitor, auger lift kit, p a c k e r s , g o o d c o n d i t i o n , $ 6 0 0 0 . big singles, cart shedded. Priced for quick 306-963-2722, Imperial, SK. sale. Rob 306-222-6035 Saskatoon, SK. 2006 BOURGAULT 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122; mid harrows, 2012 BOURGAULT 3320, 76â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, single shoot, new teeth, great cond., $25,500. Sturgis, 12â&#x20AC;? space, x20 monitor, 650 duals on tank, SK. Call 306-547-8190 or 306-548-4315.

Stock #53043, $364,200. Call Foam Lake, SK, 306-272-3345 or www.maplefarm.com

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2012 MORRIS 8370 tank, PR3327A VR TBH tank w/Topcon Eagle monitor, 3rd tank, single fan, $72,250. 306-682-9920, Humboldt, SK. www.farmworld.ca

BREAKING DISCS: Kewanee 2000 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 15â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122;; Towner 18â&#x20AC;&#x2122;; 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Kello 210; Wishek Rock Cushion 842, 14â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 26â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122;; Vers.

1800, 36â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, $25,000; JD 330, 28â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, $10,000; Bush Hog, 25â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, $7500; JD 15â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, $5000; Phoenix harrows, 35â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 42â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and 53â&#x20AC;&#x2122;.

1-866-938-8537, Portage la Prairie, MB.

CUSTOM BUILT DRILL points/ openers repairs. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t delay! Find out more at: www.vwmfg.com or call 403-528-3350, Dunmore, AB. NEW EXCEL 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 3 section landroller, 42â&#x20AC;? drum, $37,500. Also 5 and 7 section landCASE/IH 5600 45â&#x20AC;&#x2122; deep tillage, with 3 rollers avail. 204-822-3797, Morden, MB. bar harrows, c/w Bourgault clips and knock-ons. Ph. 306-563-7505, Canora, SK.

2010 MORRIS FIELD Pro 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122; heavy harrow, 1/2â&#x20AC;? tines, #HR3306A, $26,900. Call 306-864-3667, Kinistino, SK. or visit: www.farmworld.ca JOHN DEERE 1910 cart, 340 bu., 3 tanks, double shoot, TBH, c/w all rollers and m o n i t o r, n i c e s h ap e , $ 2 7 , 0 0 0 O B O. 306-743-7622, Langenburg, SK. 2013 HORSCH ANDERSON Joker RT-370, 2000 FLEXI-COIL 2340 air cart, 230 bu., 2013 Joker vertical tillage, exc. cond., has double shoot, variable rate, $16,800. Call rolling baskets and all new disks. Ready for 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com spring. Disc type: notched. $92,000 OBO. 2012 NH P1060 (Flexi-Coil 4350) air 403-371-2910, Crossfield, AB. tank, TBH, var. rate, double shoot, 30.5x32 and 21.5x16.1 tires, stored inside, like WISHEK- USED 22â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 842NT. New front blades. Serviced and field ready! See your new, $69,500. 403-936-5797, Calgary, AB. nearest Flaman store or call HAYBUSTER ZERO TILL DRILLS: 107, 1-888-435-2626.

147, 1000. Looking for same drills for SALFORD RTS 570 41â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, vertical tillage, 3parts. 403-627-5429, Pincher Creek, AB. bar harrows, rolling baskets, weight kit, 65 ATOM JET openers, DS, side band, low 3500 acres, next to new condition, acres for C1 or C2 Morris air drill; Also 65 $73,500. 403-936-5797, Calgary, AB. Morris paired row, double shoot for C1.

Best offer. 306-628-3528, Leader, SK. 2012 14â&#x20AC;&#x2122; WISHEK heavy breaking disc for sale. Blades measures 28â&#x20AC;?, c/w hydraulic leveling. Disc is in great shape. Contact Flaman Sales, 1-800-352-6264, Nisku, AB.

2006 JD 1770 NT, Central fill system, 12 row 30â&#x20AC;? spacing, Dawn row cleaner- fert. combo, single pass seeding, Pro-Max 40 and soybean discs, liquid starter 225 gal. and 1450 gal. liquid N Bandit cart, c/w brown box monitor. Field ready. Will sell planter and caddy separate. Call for price.

204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB.

2011 MORRIS CONTOUR 61â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x12â&#x20AC;?, c/w TBH 8370XL, $185,000. Watrous New Holland, 306-946-3301, Watrous, SK. or view www.watrousnewholland.com

1992 46â&#x20AC;&#x2122; BOURGAULT 8800, 330 trips, 3 bar harrows, vg condition, $27,000 OBO. 204-648-7085, Grandview, MB. EZEE-ON 4590 DOUBLE disc, 35â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 9â&#x20AC;? centres, front notched at 23â&#x20AC;?. Rear smooth at 23â&#x20AC;?, Cushion gangs, $36,000. Calgary, AB. 403-936-5797.

WISHEK DISCS. HD breaking discs, 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122;-38â&#x20AC;&#x2122; widths, 1000 lbs./ft. For sale or rent. See your nearest Flaman store or call 1-888-435-2626.

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LOOKING FOR: 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122;-70â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Bourgault cultivator, 8â&#x20AC;? or 10â&#x20AC;? spacing. Must be in good to NEW FARM KING 1275 Ezee-On 15â&#x20AC;&#x2122; offset great shape. Call 780-928-2538. disc, 26â&#x20AC;?x5/6 notched, heavy bearing option 550 lbs/ft., 0% for 4 years OAC, exHIGH SPEED DISCS available at Flaman. pires February 26th. Cam-Don Motors Ltd., Engineered for strength and durability, the 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. specialized design of the K-Line SpeedTiller is in a class of its own for superior soil HORSCH ANDERSON HIGH speed disc, and residue management. 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; to 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; trail- 27â&#x20AC;&#x2122; RT-370 Joker, 19â&#x20AC;? blades, in excellent ing models and 8 to 15â&#x20AC;&#x2122; TPH available. See shape. Call Flaman Sales 1-800-352-6264, y o u r n e a r e s t F l a m a n s t o r e o r c a l l Nisku, AB. 1-888-435-2626.

2000 FLEXI-COIL 820 62â&#x20AC;&#x2122; cult., 12â&#x20AC;? spacC47 FRIGGSTEAD cultivator, deep tillage, ing, 4-bar harrows, NH3 carbide knives, mounted harrows, B-Line applicator, Raven AccuFlow, exc. cond., $46,000. Valmar available. 403-936-5797, Calgary, AB. $8500. Call 306-963-2722, Imperial, SK.

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1998 CASE/IH 3310, 33â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 10â&#x20AC;? space, harrow in front of packers, 11â&#x20AC;? sweeps, Stock #50512, $29,500. Call Preeceville, SK., 306-547-2007, or www.maplefarm.com 2005 CASE STX30, 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 2230 air tank, 7.5â&#x20AC;? spacing, some new hoses, new discs, $45,000 OBO. 403-793-5915, Duchess, AB.

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780-582-3637 2012 CASE 3430 tank, PB3088C, 3 tank metering, double shoot, 2 fans, dual tires, $80,000. 306-922-2525, Prince Albert, SK. or visit: www.farmworld.ca HIGHER YIELDS w/OUR advanced carbide drill points. Find out more at: www.vwmfg.com or call 403-528-3350, Dunmore, AB. NEW 2014 MORRIS now in stock!! 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122; heavy harrows 9/16â&#x20AC;? tines. For pricing and special financing options, 306-682-9920, Humboldt, SK, or www.farmworld.ca NEW 2014 MORRIS now in stock!! Contour 955 TBH air tank. Call for pricing and special financing options. 306-922-2525, Prince Albert, SK. visit: www.farmworld.ca

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JOHN DEERE 1900/1910 air carts, 350/340 bu., all in good condition, $29,800/$34,800. Call 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com

8030 ALLIS CHALMERS diesel, w/Ezee-On loader, $10,500 OBO. 306-681-7610, 306-395-2668, Chaplin, SK. WANTED: D21, D17, 220, 8010 thru 8070, MFWDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 4W220, 4W305, any condition.

Will pickup. 701-240-5737, Minot, ND.

60â&#x20AC;&#x2122; K-HART AIR SEEDER w/7300 Morris air tank, liquid kit, great for seeding canola and seeding in wet conditions. Call: 306-968-2798, Marengo, SK. 1996 5000 FLEXI-COIL AIR seeder, with 2320 cart. Call for pricing. 403-838-2574, ext. 700, Hilda, AB.

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2009 BOURGAULT 8810 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 4-bar mtd. harrows, 10â&#x20AC;? sp., Dickey John NH3 system, knock-on openers, air kit, $45,000; 2001 FLEXI-COIL S85 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 5/8â&#x20AC;? tines, hyd. ad4250 Bourgault single shoot air tank, justable tines, tines measure 17â&#x20AC;? at back, $15,000. 780-954-2181, Dapp, AB. 23â&#x20AC;? front, $25,000 OBO. 780-367-2483, 2004 JD 1820/1910 seeder, 10" spacing, Willingdon, AB. triple shoot dutch openers, 430 bu. 1910 cart has dual wheels. NH3 available if needed, $75,000. Questions, please call 2011 72â&#x20AC;&#x2122; BOURGAULT packers for 5810/ 780-934-6384, Fort Saskatchewan, AB. 5710, 9.8â&#x20AC;? space, 3.5â&#x20AC;? steel, vg condition, HIGHER YIELDS w/OUR advanced carbide $14,000 OBO 204-648-7085 Grandview MB drill points. Find out more at: www.vwmfg.com or call 403-528-3350, HIGHER YIELDS w/OUR advanced carbide drill points. Find out more at: Dunmore, AB. www.vwmfg.com or call 403-528-3350, 32â&#x20AC;&#x2122; BOURGAULT w/floating hitch, Bour- Dunmore, AB. gault 3195 tank, very good condition, ask- CUSTOM BUILT DRILL points/ openers ing $22,900. 306-369-7794, Bruno, SK. repairs. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t delay! Find out more at: FLEXI-COIL 820 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; cultivator, 4 bar har- www.vwmfg.com or call 403-528-3350, rows, with 1720 cart, 3rd tank. Call Dunmore, AB. 306-749-2649, Birch Hills, SK. 60 VW 10 4â&#x20AC;? carbide spread tips, done 150 1995 CONSERVA PAK 5112 air drill, DS, acres, as new. Will fit Bourgault brackets, independent seed shank; 7300 Morris VRT $75 OBO. 204-648-7085, Grandview, MB. air cart , TBH. Air drill only $25,000 OBO. or 2 0 1 1 7 4 â&#x20AC;&#x2122; B O U R G A U LT p a c ke r s f o r drill and cart $35,000 OBO. 780-635-2242, 5810/5710, 9.8â&#x20AC;? spacing, 5.5â&#x20AC;? rubber, vg, 780-614-4940, Glendon, AB. $20,000. 204-648-7085, Grandview, MB.

BOURGAULT C-SHANK OPENER bodies, Seventy 610-ASY-4020 bodies, 15,000 acres, excellent condition,no tips, half the price of new. $100. 306-867-4205, Dinsmore, SK. kdbeattie18@hotmail.com 2014 FLEXI-COIL 4350, mech, TBT and TBH. Cam-Don Motors Ltd. 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. 2004 JOHN DEERE 1790 corn planter, 16/ 31 787, 135 bu. TBH air cart. Corn, soybeans and canola plates. Esets on all 31 rows, Yetter unit, mtd 2962 fert. coulters, onboard liguid system, seed firmers. $40,000 in repairs only 350 acres ago. More pictures available. 306-269-7774, Foam Lake, SK. mchalvorson@hotmail.com 4- 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; SECTIONS, 9450 John Deere hoe drills, good condition. Call 306-221-2434, Hepburn, SK. 1998 FLEXI-COIL 2320 TBT, double shoot, good shape, $12,900. Cam-Don Motors Ltd. Perdue, SK., 306-237-4212.

KELLO-BILT 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; to 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; offset discs w/24â&#x20AC;? to 36â&#x20AC;? notched blades; Kello-Bilt 24â&#x20AC;&#x2122; to 38â&#x20AC;&#x2122; tandem wing discs w/26â&#x20AC;? and 28â&#x20AC;? notched blades and oil bath bearings. Red Deer, AB. www.kelloughs.com 1-888-500-2646.

1995 MORRIS 8900 chisel plow 57â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 12â&#x20AC;? sp., 600 lb. trip, brand new Ezee-On 3-bar harrows, new tires, new bushings in 1.25â&#x20AC;? shanks, $32,500. 306-476-2715, Fife Lake JD 1050 FIELD cultivator, 61.5â&#x20AC;?, 8â&#x20AC;? spacing, Morris harrows, new set of shovels incl., $11,000. 306-476-2715, Fife Lake, SK

2008 CASE/IH MAGNUM 245, 1400 hrs., fully loaded, premium shape, orig. owner, always shedded, priced to sell. Call Rob 306-222-6035, Saskatoon, SK. 1995 CASE/IH 9270, 5000 hrs, 2nd owner, $48,000 OBO. 306-252-2227, Kenaston, SK.

NEW 2014 MORRIS now in stock!! 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122; heavy harrows, 9/16â&#x20AC;? tines. Humboldt, SK. Call for pricing and special financing options, 306-682-9920. www.farmworld.ca

2009 MCCORMICK XTX145, PN2784B, 3835 hrs., with bucket and grapple, 32 spd (4 range), $79,000. Call 306-682-9920, Humboldt, SK. or visit: www.farmworld.ca 1985 CASE 4494, N22363B, 6900 hrs., $17,000. Humboldt, SK. Call 306-682-9920 or visit: www.farmworld.ca 1998 9350 CASE, 7000 hrs.; GPS system, 4 2008 BOURGAULT 6550 tank, dual fans, remotes, 18.4x38 tires, duals, $60,000. double shoot, 3 tank metering, PB2983B, 306-825-3223, Lloydminster, SK. $84,500. Call 306-682-9920, Humboldt, SK. or visit: www.farmworld.ca 2012 CASE/IH STX 500, 4 WD, 734 hrs., fully loaded, premium shape, GPS triples, exc. cond., $250,000. Ask for Greg 306-457-7730, Stoughton, SK.

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LIZARD CREEK REPAIR and Tractor. We buy 90 and 94 Series Case, 2 WD, FWA tractors for parts and rebuilding. Also have r e b u i l t t r a c t o r s a n d p a r t s fo r s a l e .

306-784-7841, Herbert, SK. WANTED: IH 4586 or 4786, must be good running condition. 306-682-3367, Humboldt, SK. 2009 385 QUAD TRACK with 12.9 Eviko 425 peak HP, double diff. lock, Pro 600 AutoSteer, 16 spd powershift, luxury cab, 30” tracks, always shedded, exc. cond. Kelvington, SK., 306-327-4550, 306-338-8231.

1999 CASE/IH MX110, ON2784A, 11335 hrs., mech. FWD, FWA, 2 spd. PS, heat, air, $33,000. Call 306-922-2525, Prince Albert, SK. or visit: www.farmworld.ca 1985 IH 4694, 4WD, duals, PTO, 4 hyds., shifts and runs well, 9478 hrs., $9900.

1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com 1974 CASE 1175 tractor, tires- fair 20.8 rears, 9.5L fronts, $5,000. Call Jeff 306-460-9027, Flaxcombe, SK.

JD 8640, 4 WD, 50 series eng., PTO, 3 hyd., powershift and clutch rebuilt 5 yrs. ago, tires and tractor in great shape, $18,500. 403-485-8198, Arrowwood, AB.

3055 JD c/w bucket and grapple, 3 PTH, runs great, new batteries and alternator, asking $19,500. 306-621-9253 Yorkton, SK JD 4240, w/158 JD loader, bucket and telefork, 9900 hrs, tires 90%, $22,000. Call 306-255-2745, 306-255-7776, 306-255-7510, Colonsay, SK.

MITCH’S TRACTOR SALES LTD, St. Claude, MB. Call 204-750-2459 (cell).

Mitchestractorsales.com JD 1840, hi/low, 3 PTH; JD 2130, hi/low, 3 PTH w/FEL; JD 2750, 2 WD, O.S., 3 PTH, hi/low shift w/146 FEL; JD 3155, MFWD, CAH, 3 PTH, w/740 FEL, grapple; JD 4055, MFWD, PS, 3 PTH; JD 4240, quad shift; JD 4440, (two) quad shifts; JD 4640, quad, add on 3 PTH w/FEL; JD 6400, MFWD, CAH, 3 PTH, PQ w/640 FEL; JD 6420, MFWD, 3 PTH, 24 spd. w/LHR, loader; JD 7710, MWD, PS, 3 PTH w/740 FEL. All tractors can be sold with new or used loaders.

JD 4630, 9600 hrs., Power Shift, $9600 work order done on hydraulic pump, final drives, brakes etc. Still needs some work.

Call 06-375-7761, Kyle, SK. WANTED: LOOKING FOR low houred 9400 JD 4 WD. 306-640-8600, Assiniboia, SK.

1985 4250, powershift, 3 PTH, 2 WD, 6400 hrs., new rubber, excellent. Call 306-744-8113, Saltcoats, SK. 2006 STX330 CASE, 4 WD, approx. 6000 JD 4850, MFWD, powershift, AutoSteer, hrs, diff. locks, 710x38 tires, 14’ Degelman very good mechanical condition, 10,500 hrs, S/N RW4850P009657, $36,500. Ph: 2013 KUBOTA M9660 PN3061A, 1112 blade. Call 780-826-0143, Cold Lake, AB. 204-655-3458, Sifton, MB. hrs., $63,000. Call 306-864-3667, Kinisti2008 STX 430 Case/IH tractor, just over no, SK. or visit: www.farmworld.ca 3000 hrs., new 620-70-42 tires, $150,000.

204-871-0925, McGregor, MB.

ATTENTION FARMERS: Get what your trades are worth! Tired of getting short changed on your used trades? Call us. We have customers looking for your equipment. Our flat fee is much less than auction or what dealers charge. No up front fees. We take care of it all: ads, calls, transporting, etc. Call now and let’s move your equipment. 780-352-9292.

2002 JD 9520, 4x4, powershift 18 spd., GreenStar ready, c/w 1800 AutoSteer system, 500 hrs. on new Goodyear tires 800/70R38, weight pkg., 5985 hrs. One TWO 2012 CASE/IH STEIGER 500 Quad owner since new, exc. cond., $172,000.

Trac's w/PTO and two year powertrain Can deliver. 204-526-0321, Kamsack, SK. warranty, 1827 hrs. on one and 2300 hrs. 2010 JD 9630T, 3800 hrs., 36” tracks, on the other, exc. cond. Private sale. Open very good, HID lights, AutoTrac ready, to offers. 306-921-5857, Melfort, SK. leather int. case drain, asking $199,000, jfreedman@sasktel.net terms available. PTO avail., $16,000. Call Len 204-324-6298, Altona, MB. 1983 JD 4450, 18x38 factory duals, quad STEIGER TRACTOR PARTS. New and range w/JD 725 loader and grapple, apused, from radiator to drawpin, 1969 to prox. 10,500 hrs, good condition, asking 1999. Give us a call 1-800-982-1769 or $32,500. 306-882-3115, Fiske, SK. www.bigtractorparts.com JOHN DEERE 3155 with new Allied loader, tires all good, approx. 4500 hrs. Phone 306-869-3113, Radville, SK. 2004 JOHN DEERE 9220, 4 WD, 2270 hrs., 620/42 duals, 4 SCV, full GPS, 24 SP, diff. lock, excellent condition, $155,000 OBO. 403-704-3537, Ponoka, AB. STEVE’S TRACTOR REBUILDER looking for JD tractors to rebuild, Series 20s, 30s, 40s or 50s, or for parts. Will pay top dollar.

Now selling JD parts. 204-466-2927, 204-871-5170, Austin, MB. JOHN DEERE 7710 and 6410. Both MFD 2011 CAT CHALLENGER MT-855C, 460 HP, and 3PTH, excellent condition, shedded, 1588 hrs, sold at Unreserved Auction, low hrs. Call 780-990-8412, Edmonton, AB Tuesday April 14th, Tisdale, SK. For more info visit: www.schapansky.com Bonli 2004 JD 7720, MFWD, IVT, LHR, 3 pt., 3 Farms Ltd. Dispersal. Bruce Schapansky SCV, 746 ldr. w/forks, bkt./grapple, extra bkt., 6650 hrs., $89,000. 204-534-0637.

Auctioneers, 306-873-5488, PL#314037.

1982 JD 8640 tractor, exc. shape, c/w like new 6-Way 14’ Degelman 7200 dozer blade. 306-741-7012, Swift Current, SK. 2008 JD 9430, deluxe cab, 3000 hrs., 710 Michelin’s, no winter, field ready, shedded, 2nd owner. 780-847-3792, Marwayne, AB.

1999 JD 9100 4WD, 260 HP, 24 spd., Greenstar ready, 6450 hrs, rent $85/hr, $77,800. Call 1-800-667-4515, or visit: www.combineworld.com 2012 JD 9410R, 1050 hrs., powershift, duals, PTO, Guidance ready, stock #55576, $344,000. Call 204-773-2149, Moosomin, SK. or view www.maplefarm.com 2001 JD 9400, 3800 hrs., 20.8R42 triples, Greenlighted in 2013, very good cond., $120,000. 306-421-0679, Estevan, SK.

JOHN DEERE 4230 quad range, wide tires, 8500 hrs., $17,500 OBO. 403-823-1894, Drumheller, AB. 1980 JD 4840, 9125 hrs, powershift, WANTED: JOHN DEERE 5010 or 5020.

20.8x38 factory duals, $12,500 OBO. Call Call 204-859-2653.

306-631-4196, Chaplin, SK. 1998 JD 9300, with 5457 hrs., 375 HP, 12 speed, 4 hyd. outlets, 620x70x42 duals, 1980 JOHN DEERE 4440, 2 WD, 9000 hrs., a i r d r i l l r e a dy, e x c e l l e n t c o n d i t i o n , 20.8x38 singles, Buhler loader, 3 PTH, 2 $97,500. 306-948-2896, Biggar, SK. SCV's, 540/1000 PTO, shedded, good condition, $25,000. 306-224-4848, Corn- LOOKING FOR JD 4430 TO 7000 Series tractors in good condition with mechanical ing, SK. Brent@mccarthyseed.com issues. Call 306-621-7170, Yorkton, SK. 8570 JD 4 WD tractor, 12 spd., 18.4x38 duals, 4 SCV’s, always shedded, AutoSteer 1997 9400, 4 WD, very good tires, exc. available, 4500 hours, vg, $64,000 OBO. cond., always shedded, 7000 hrs., $95,000 OBO. 204-745-7445, Carman, MB. 306-421-0509, Estevan, SK. JD 4430, 18.4x38 tires, quad trans., very p r e m i u m c o n d i t i o n , $ 2 2 , 5 0 0 O B O. 403-823-1894, 403-772-2156, Morrin, AB. JD 7410 MFWD, 4500 hrs., LHR PowrQuad w/E-Range, 3 PTH, 3 hyd., no winter use, no loader attached, mint cond.

780-674-5516 780-305-7152, Barrhead AB 1997 JOHN DEERE 9400, 4 WD 5354 hrs., 24 spd, 710/70/38's, AutoTrac ready, rebuilt engine 380 hrs. ago, weight pkg., new hydraulic pump, excellent condition, $113,500. 306-434-7302, Rocanville, SK. Email: melissa.ruhland@outlook.com 2000 JOHN DEERE 9400, 4431 hrs, weight package; 1999 JD 9100, 3784 hrs.

Call 306-842-4752, Weyburn, SK. 2006 9520, only 1960 hrs, 800 Goodyears, lots of weights, AutoTrac ready, 5 hyds., $172,500. 306-948-7223, Biggar, SK.

2002 NEW HOLLAND TJ375 HN2903B, 3954 hrs., $125,000. Humboldt, SK. 306-682-9920 or visit: www.farmworld.ca 1999 NH TV140, bi-di, 3594 hrs, FEL w/grapple, front/rear PTO, 3PTH, $54,900 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com 2009 NEW HOLLAND T9060 HN3381C, 2496 hrs., $249,000. Prince Albert, SK. 306-922-2525 or visit: www.farmworld.ca 2006 NH TJ 380, 380 HP, 4WD, 7121 hrs., 5 hydraulics, front weights, rent to own $95/hr or $119,800. Call 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com 2009 T9060, 4 WD, 535 HP, full AutoSteer, 800 duals, 1380 hrs, full weight pkg, exc. cond. 306-642-8111, Rockglen, SK. 2010 NEW HOLLAND T5070 HC3438, 2300 hrs, $73,000. Humboldt, SK. Call 306-682-9920 or visit: www.farmworld.ca 1 9 9 8 N H 9 8 8 2 , 4 2 5 H P, 4 6 6 0 h r s . , 710/70R38 tires, front and rear weights, runs great, vg cond., $90,000 OBO. Vegreville, AB., ph 780-632-6372, 780-603-5307 2011 NEW HOLLAND T6070, N22694A, 2501 hrs., $94,000. Kinistino, SK. Call 306-864-3667 or visit: www.farmworld.ca 2012 NH BOOMER 25, N22273A, 640 hrs., incl. 235 TL loaded, 310 60” mower, 105A 52” tiller, 3PTH, $18,000. 306-922-2525, Prince Albert, SK. visit: www.farmworld.ca

1993 FORD VERSATILE 846, 12 spd. std., 18.4x38 radial duals 80% tread, Outback AutoSteer, STS monitor, no winter use, always shedded, exc. cond., 3558 orig. hrs.

Call 306-644-4703, Loreburn, SK. 1994 FORD 9880, 20.8x42 triples, 4 hyds., 7000 hrs., good shape, $69,000 OBO. Call 306-743-7622, Langenburg, SK. 1997 FORD/NH 9882, 4 WD, 23.1x32 tires, 5000 hrs., very good shape, $80,000.

306-648-7766, Gravelbourg, SK. 1999 FORD/NH 9282, 3894 hrs., $57,000 OBO. Phone: 306-843-2844 or 306-843-8024, Wilkie, SK. 1993 946 FORD VERSATILE tractor, 4500 hrs, 20.8x42 duals, 1 owner, $48,000 OBO. 306-252-2227, Kenaston, SK.

9682 NH TRACTOR, 710x38 tires (some new, rest good), rear weight pkg., asking $80,000 OBO. 403-635-0042 Assiniboia SK

1992 VERSATILE 946, 4 WD, 3900 hrs., field ready, excellent cond., $55,000 OBO. 403-345-3770, Coaldale, AB. WANTED: 835, 875 or 895 Vers. tractor in good running condition. Phone 306-446-0164, North Battleford, SK. 2014 VERSATILE 2375 “Classic”, 375 HP, 710 duals, front and rear WTS, 2 yr. warranty. Lease/Finance programs OAC. CamDon Motors, 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. 1 9 8 8 8 7 6 , 3 0 0 + H P, 1 2 s p e e d s t d . , 20.8x38 tires - 6 new, 8354 hrs., new bearings at bottom end and steering pins at 7400 hrs., planetaries rotated, recent trans. check, Ez-Steer AutoSteer, $38,000 OBO. Call Rod Thomson at 306-846-4307 or 306-846-7771, Dinsmore, SK. NEW 2014 VERSATILE 2375, 710’s. Own for $10,125 semi-annually. Call KMK Sales Ltd. 306-682-0738, Humboldt, SK. 2012 VERSATILE 2375, 710’s, PTO, 394 hrs., Outback GPS, front and back weights, 2014 JD 7200-R row crop, IVT trans., shedded. 780-853-0471, Nipawin, SK. 540/1000 PTO, 4 hyd., 3 PTH, 200 HP, 165 hrs., HID light pkg., 2630 touchscreen, premium cab, Goodyear duals 380/90R50, front 380/85R34, front fenders, full coverage rear fenders, dual beam radar sensor, guidance-ready, $185,000. Can deliver.

2000 JD 51 ’1 820 (D S ) d rill & Call 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. JD 1 900 (340b u ) ta n k. 3” 1982 JD 4440, 2 WD, quad trans., 10,000 Ru b b e r P krs , ¾ D u tch o pe n e rs hrs., 3 SCV, 540/1000 PTO, duals, JD 148 $ loader, 10’ Degelman dozer, $30,000.

W as 49,900 306-625-7805, 306-625-7800, Ponteix, SK $ Cash JD 4840, 10,835 hrs, 8 spd. trans., 3 hyd, AutoSteer, 168 loader, grapple, joystick, 10' Leon blade. 306-480-7672, Medstead, SK. 2005 JD 97 60 Co m b in e

2013 JOHN DEERE 7200R, MFWD, 446 hrs., 3PTH, PTO, 3 hyds., GS3, warranty, $149,800. Call 1-800-667-4515, or visit: www.combineworld.com 4020 JOHN DEERE c/w loader, new tires, premium condition, $11,000 OBO. Call 403-585-1910, Carbon, AB. JD 4020 DIESEL, w/JD 46A loader, new sleeves, pistons and bearings, $8000 OBO. 306-681-7610, 306-395-2668, Chaplin, SK. 2010 JD 7330, MFD, 3300 hrs., 20x20 G.S. TRACTOR SALVAGE, JD tractors PowerQuad plus trans., 3 PTH, 20.8x38 tires, with 741 JD loader and grapple, only. Call 306-497-3535, Blaine Lake, SK. $110,000. Call A.E. Chicoine Farm Equip2004 JD 9120, 3177 hours, duals, Guid- ment Ltd. 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK. ance ready, weights, stock #52945, 1974 JOHN DEERE 4630, PS, rebuilt mo$ 1 4 5 , 9 0 0 . C a l l F o a m L a ke , S K . at : tor, new injectors, updated pump, water 306-272-3345 or www.maplefarm.com pump and turbo, new upholstery, good WA N T E D : 6 0 3 0 , 4 6 2 0 , 4 5 2 0 , 4 3 2 0 , 20.8x38 rear tires, new batteries c/w Al4020/3020 later models, any condition. lied 795 loader, 84” bucket, hardly used, Will pickup. 701-240-5737, Minot, ND. $25,000. 306-276-2442, Nipawin, SK.

2009 VERSATILE 435, 2000 hrs., 800 rubber, Cat Powershift, 85 gal/min. hydraulic pump, $195,000. Trades considered. Call 306-445-7573, Battleford, SK.

GRATTON COULEE AGRI PARTS LTD. Your #1 place to purchase late model combine and tractor parts. Used, new and rebuilt. www.gcparts.com Toll free 888-327-6767.

2006 CATERPILLAR D7R XR II, 9700 hrs., low hrs. on undercarriage, comes with 4 barrel ripper, exc. cond. 306-746-7638, Raymore, SK.

OLDER D6 CAT and dozer, Johnston bar 1980 FIAT ALLIS HD 16B, rebuilt powers h i f t , d e c e n t c o n d i t i o n , $ 1 3 , 0 0 0 . shift trans and torque, full canopy, screened cab, very good UC, tilt angle doz204-859-2440, Rossburn, MB. er, full cab, bush ready, warranty, $47,500.

1984 FIAT FL10C track loader, around Can deliver. Call anytime 204-743-2324, 30,000 lbs., cab, heat, bucket pins redone, Cypress River, MB. runs good, could use undercarriage but no 1989 WRANGLER COMPACT wheel loader, track issues yet. Great machine for farm w/10’ float beam, JD 4 cal diesel, 5’ buckclean up, etc. Delivery available. $15,500 et, $15,800. Call 1-800-667-4515, or visit: OBO. 403-540-3550, High River, AB. www.combineworld.com

1994 DEERE 544 G wheel loader, 3 yard bucket, c/w a set of forks, Michelin 20.5 R.25 tires at 50%, recent work done to eng. vg working condition, $45,000. Can deliver. 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. 1974 KOMATSU DOZER D85A-12, 220 Cummins, recent overhaul, 11,000 original hours, canopy, good condition, $20,000.

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SUNFLOWER HARVEST SYSTEMS. Call for literature. 1-800-735-5848. Lucke Mfg., www.luckemanufacturing.com CUSTOM BUILT DRILL points/ openers repairs. Don’t delay! Find out more at: www.vwmfg.com or call 403-528-3350, Dunmore, AB. JD DISCERS, 45’, 20” blades, offers; Also 1020 Leon dozer, 12’ blade, like new, no oilfield work, $5500 or offers. Flaxcombe, SK. Call: 306-460-9027, 306-463-3480, 306-460-4462.

3 PTH TO BOLT-ON, $1300 OBO. Contact Grant, 306-524-2155, 306-746-7336 or 306-524-4339, Semans, SK. GRAIN VACS: BRANDT 4000, $8000; Remm 2500 HD, $9500; Leon 12’ front blade, $3500; JD 8-30 corn planter, $7000; Artsway mixmill, $1500; Champion 20” rollermill, $2000; Henke 30” PTO roller mill, $3500; 1500 watt PTO generator, $1800; New land levellers, 10’, $2450.

1-866-938-8537, Portage la Prairie, MB.

HIGHER YIELDS w/OUR advanced carbide drill points. Find out more at: www.vwmfg.com or call 403-528-3350, Dunmore, AB. H E AV Y D U T Y PA R T S o n s p e c i a l at www.Maximinc.Com/parts or call Maxim Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946.

3 PTH BALE UNROLLER; Ezee-On FEL and 2009 DEGELMAN 7200 tilt angle 6-way grapple fork with mounts to fit Massey blade, like new condition, fits 9520 series 265; Case 710 FEL, mounts and joystick 4 WD JD tractor 16’ wide, $27,500. Can control. Ph. 306-628-3528, Leader, SK. deliver. 204-526-0321, Kamsack, SK. CHECK OUT OUR inventory of quality used 2010 DEGELMAN 7200, 14’ 6-Way dozer highway tractors. For more details call blade, like new. Contact 306-741-7012, 204-685-2222 or view information at www.titantrucksales.com Swift Current, SK. WANTED: COCKSHUTT 1850 or 1855 in LOADERS: 2006 CAT 928GZ, 2005 Cat r u n n i n g c o n d i t i o n w i t h c a b . C a l l 930G, 2000 Cat D6M crawler, 13,600 hrs., 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. $73,000 OBO. Can finance. 306-291-4043, Saskatoon, SK.

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1980 FD-14C Fiat Allis dozer, 185 HP, 22” pads, power shift, vg U/C, twin tilt angle blade, excellent working condition w/full guarded canopy. Bush ready. Can deliver.

Call 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. FOR SALE AND Work Ready!!, 2- 2006 Komatsu D85PX-15EOs; 2- 1987 Dresser TD25Gs; 1978 Dresser TD20E and a 1987 Dresser TD20G LGP. All equipped with blades, some have rippers and some have winches. Good condition. 204-594-1132, ext. 121, 204-619-3252, Lundar, MB. rminsky@sigfusson.ca

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WANTED: USED, BURNT, old or ugly tractors. Newer models too! Smith’s Tractor Wrecking, 1-888-676-4847.

WANTED: CHISEL PLOW, 25 to 31’, prefer 1-1/4” by 2” shanks, any make. Call: 306-595-2180, Pelly, SK. WANTED: MF #36 and #360 Discers, all sizes, any condition. Also parts discers.

Prompt pickup. Call anytime at 306-946-7923, 306-946-9669, Young, SK. WANTED: 4WD TRACTOR with duals, in good condition. 306-210-8633, Unity, SK.

NEW LS TRACTOR, 4 WD, 97 HP, Iveco dsl., self-leveling loader, 3500 lb. lift, CAHR, 3 spd. PTO, 3 PTH, power shuttle with hi/lo, 5 yr. warranty, $65,000. The Tractor Company 306-239-2262, Osler, SK.

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306-957-4403, 306-536-5097, Odessa, SK. JIFFY 900 BALE shredder, $9800; COCKSHUTT 1850, cab, FEL, $7500; KUBOTA B5100 mower, tiller, $5200; BOURGAULT packer wheels 8” space. Pro Ag Sales, North Battleford SK 306-441-2030 anytime

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WANTED: MF #36 DISCERS. Will pay top dollar and pick from anywhere. Phone 306-723-4875, Cupar, SK. WANTED: Older and newer tractors, in running condition or for parts. Goods Used Tractor Parts, 1-877-564-8734.

WANTED: 25’ BATT reel, to fit 25’ 971 NH header, in any condition. 306-246-4251, Mayfair, SK. WANTED: AIR DRILL, 20 to 28’, double shoot granular, must be in good condition.

Call 306-452-7827, Redvers, SK. WANTED: DEUTZ ALLIS 9190 with loader; and John Deer 750 grinder mixer. In good condition. Call 780-726-2158.

WANTED: MORRIS SEED-RITE six inch shovels. Phone 701-725-4925, Des Lacs, ND. Or email: cmack@srt.com WANTED: 1456, 1026, 1206, 1256, 826, any condition, top dollar paid. Will pickup.

701-240-5737, Minot, ND. WANTED: FLEXI-COIL HARROW packer b a r. C a l l S t ew a r t 3 0 6 - 5 4 2 - 7 3 2 5 o r 306-542-4498, Kamsack, SK.

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GUARANTEED PRESSURE TREATED fence posts, lumber slabs and rails. Call Lehner Wo o d P r e s e r ve r s L t d . , a s k fo r R o n 306-763-4232, Prince Albert, SK.

DRAINAGE / EROSION / SOFT ROADS: Problems? Call Cascade Geotechnical Inc. for drainage, road stabilization, erosion and sediment control, snow and safety fencing, t-posts, weeping tile. 1-800-565-6130, Edmonton, AB. mailbox@cascade.ca www.cascade.ca CABLE 5/16” and 3/8” used, 10/12$/ft.; galv. AIRCRAFT CABLE surplus, 1/8”, 5/32”, and 3/16”. 403-237-8575, Calgary.

SOLIDLOCK AND TREE ISLAND game wire and all accessories for installation. Heights from 26” to 120”. Ideal for elk, deer, bison, sheep, swine, cattle, etc. Tom Jensen ph/fax 306-426-2305, Smeaton, SK. CUSTOM FENCING. Quality work with reasonable prices. Phone 306-831-5575, Radisson, SK.

BLOCKED AND SPLIT seasoned Spruce firewood. Call V&R Sawing, 306-232-5488, Rosthern, SK. BLOCKED SEASONED JACK Pine firewood and wood chips for sale. Lehner Wood Preservers Ltd., 306-763-4232, Prince Albert, SK. Will deliver. Self-unloading trailer.

LOWEST PRICES IN CANADA on new, high quality generator systems. Quality diesel generators, Winpower PTO tractor driven alternators, automatic/ manual switch gear, and commercial duty Sommers Powermaster and Sommers/ Winco portable generators and home standby packages.

75+ years of reliable service. Contact Sommers Motor Generator Sales for all your generator requirements at 1-800-690-2396 sales@sommersgen.com Online: www.sommersgen.com

BEV’S FISH & SEAFOOD LTD., buy direct, fresh fish: Pickerel, Northern Pike, Whitefish and Lake Trout. Seafood also USED OILFIELD PIPE for sale, in Alberta available. Phone toll free 1-877-434-7477, and Saskatchewan. All sizes available. Ex306-763-8277, Prince Albert, SK. cellent for fencing, corrals, etc. Call 780-918-8100 for details.

GENIE AWP-403, 2013 Manlift, self-supporting and rated for 300 lbs., w/40’ of height, 110 volt. New value of $11,375 but will sell for $7900. Carlisle Liquid Starters, OK Tire, 204-483-2774, (C)204-729-5612 darrel@cornerequipment.com Carroll, MB.

PUMP UNITS: Diesel; propane; nat. gas.

6” to 10” alum. pipe. Taber, AB. Dennis: 403-308-1400. dfpickerell@shaw.ca FOR SALE: 1878’ Valley pivot, 8” pipe, 6-5/8” pipe with corner arm. Call 306-858-7351, Lucky Lake, SK.

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NILSSON BROS. INC: Wanted young (2 to 5 years) bred bison cows. Call Richard Bintner, Tisdale, SK, 306-873-3184, cell 780-349-9717, email rbintner@nbinc.com

FORD/NH TN55S, 55HP, FWA, turf tires, 3 PTH, mower, roto-tiller, sprayer, auger, cult., pallet forks, 3-way blade. Taber, AB. dfpickerell@shaw.ca, 403-308-1400.

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LOCKWOOD PIVET with low hours, c/w info@bisoncentre.com 780-955-1995 power plant and pump, 1265’, $30,000. work order, $2200 OBO. 306-867-8249, WANTED TO BUY: all classes of bison: Outlook, SK. clfarms@hotmail.com calves, yearlings, cows, bulls. Please call WESTERN IRRIGATION: Large supply of 605-391-4646, Rapid City, SD. new and used irrigation equipment. Cad- WANTED: FEEDER BISON. Call Ryan man travelling gun dealer. Custom pump- 306-646-7743 cell or 306-646-4974 home. ing. We buy and sell used irrigation equip- Fairlight, SK. ment. Call 306-867-9461, Outlook, SK. NORTHFORK- INDUSTRY LEADER for PHIL’S IRRIGATION SALES: Reinke piv- over 15 years, is looking for finished Bison, ots, lateral and minigators, pump and used grain or grass fed. “If you have them, we mainline travelers and pivots. 22 years ex- want them.” Make your final call with perience. 306-858-7351, Lucky Lake, SK. Northfork for pricing! Guaranteed prompt www.philsirrigation.ca payment! 514-643-4447, Winnipeg, MB. USED PIVOTS, all brands. Visit website MFL RANCHES- 4 semen tested 2 year old 1stinusedpivots.com Scottsbluff, NE, Plains bulls at Kramers Bison Sale, March 11, North Battleford, SK. 403-747-2500. phone 308-632-7344.

JOANA II BERRY HARVESTER, excellent condition; 16x8 freezer; Dough roller and sheeter; Commercial gas convection oven. 2007 X540 JD lawn mower, liquid cooled, 26 HP Kawasaki engine, 100 hrs, c/w 54” 306-296-4611, Frontier, SK. deck, 2 bag grass catcher, 47” snowblower, weights/chains, exc. cond., asking $6500. 306-647-2227, Theodore, SK.

25 2 YEAR OLD Black Angus bulls for sale. Calved and developed on pasture.

Free delivery. 306-739-2924, Wawota, SK. View listing of bulls: www.gbtangus.com

COLORADO BLUE SPRUCE seedlings: $1.29/each for a box of 180 ($232.20).

Also full range of trees, shrubs, cherries and berries. Free shipping in Western Provinces. Replacement guarantee. www.TreeTime.ca 1-866-873-3846

GENERATORS: 20 KW-2000 KW, low hour diesel, natural gas and propane units.

Abraham Generator Sales Co. Coopers- BISON WANTED - Canadian Prairie Bison town, ND. 701-797-4766 or 701-371-9526. is looking to contract grain finished bison www.abrahamindustrial.com for growing markets. Roger Provencher at 306-468-2316. roger@cdnbison.com 24 KW TO 2000 KW Generator, 35kw, 50kw, 105kw, 152kw Prime Power generators in NEBRASKA BISON BUYING ALL CLASSES stock. 250-554-6661, Kamloops, BC. Bison calves, yearlings, adult bulls, cows, denis@dieselgenerators-fuelbladders.com pairs. All export requirements processed www.dieselgenerators-fuelbladders.com

by Nebraska Bison. Contact Randy Miller, 402-430-7058, Nebraska, NE. or e-mail: DIESEL GENSET SALES AND SERVICE, RandyMiller@Miller95Enterprises.com 12 to 300 KW, lots of units in stock, used and new, Perkins, John Deere, Deutz. We PREMIUM BREEDING STOCK, reasonably also build custom gensets. We currently p r i c e d . D r. M a r s h a l l P a t t e r s o n , have special pricing on new John Deere 306-475-2232, Moose Jaw, SK. units. Call for pricing 204-792-7471.

NILSSON BROS INC. buying finished bison on the rail at Lacombe, AB. for March delivery and beyond. Fair, competitive and assured payment. Call Richard Bintner WANTED: ANTLERS. Buying all grades of 306-873-3184. elk, deer, and moose antlers. Natural sheds and cutoffs. Guaranteed top prices. PURE WOOD AND Wood cross 2013 bison breed bulls. Top end. Performance data We pickup. Randy 306-277-4203. and registration papers available. Phone: TROPHY ZONE TANNERY. State of the Viking Bison, 306-874-7590, Naicam, SK. art facility. Hair on tanning for both taxidermy and domestic hides. Quality work LOOKING FOR ALL class of bison from with fast turn around. Call anytime yearling to cow/calf pairs and big bulls.

403-653-1565 or cell 406-450-6300, Phone Kevin 306-429-2029, Glenavon, SK. Cardston, AB. Email: bunnage@shaw.ca

BIRD WATCHERS CALL To The Far North!

Bird stands and natural locations available.

Year round bird and wildlife watching.

KEET'S FISH FARM has Rainbow Trout Tree stands, ground blinds, and natural lofor spring stocking. cations available. North Western Sasfingerlings 306-260-0288, 306-270-4639, Saskatoon, katchewan. Ron Kisslinger 306-822-2256 SK. Email: info@keetsfishfarm.com or email: p.r.service@sasktel.net www.keetsfishfarm.com

TELEHANDLERS: 2004 JLG G6-42A; 2005 Cat TH330B; 2005 Cat TH360B; BOOM LIFTS: 2000 JLG 800AJ; 2003 JLG 400S. Owner motivated to sell. Can finance.

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WANTED TO PURCHASE cull bison bulls and cows, finished beef steers and heifers for slaughter. Call Oak Ridge Meats 204-835-2365 204-476-0147 McCreary MB 2002 BERLINIC BISON hydraulic portable squeeze w/scale, $26,000. 780-853-7205, Vermilion, AB. KICKIN’ ASH BUFFALO Meat Products is currently looking for all classes of bison for expanding North American market. Call Paul 780-777-2326, Athabasca, AB. or email to cabi1@telus.net

1990 MILITARY LAND scraper for sale. ELK VALLEY RANCHES, buying all ages Approx. 8.5 cubic yards, very heavy, great of feeder bison. Call Frank 780-846-2980, shape. For more details call Flaman Sales, Kitscoty, AB. or elkvalley@xplornet.com 1-800-352-6264, Nisku, AB. 25 YEARLING HEIFERS for sale. Call 2007 8’, 3 PTH Brillion grass seeder for 306-542-7325 or 306-542-4498, Kamsack, sale. Comes with light kit, in excellent SK. shape. For details call Flaman Sales, 1-800-352-6264, Nisku, AB.

BLACK ANGUS BULLS, yearlings and 2 year olds, purebred, semen tested, will keep until April 1. Waveny Angus Farm, Mike Chase 780-853-2275, 780-853-3384, Vermilion, AB. waveny@mcsnet.ca PUREBRED BLACK ANGUS long yearling bulls, replacement heifers, AI service.

Meadow Ridge Enterprises, 306-373-9140 or 306-270-6628, Saskatoon, SK. THE 7th ANNUAL IMPACT Angus and Charolais Bull Sale, Mar. 28, 1:30 PM, Saskatoon Livestock Sales. 30 Black Angus yearling bulls. For more info contact Jason George at 306-252-2228, Randy Tetzlaff 306-944-2734 or T Bar C Cattle Co. at 306-220-5006. PL#116061. View the catalogue online at: BuyAgro.com

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RAVENWORTH CATTLE CURRENTLY has a great selection of yearling Angus bulls for sale. AI sires 878, Powder River, Upshot and herd bull Soo Line Motive 2068.

Performance and calving easing genetics.

Prices starting at $4500. Also a group of replacement heifers for sale starting at $3000. For info. or viewing call Garry 306-231-7567, Middle Lake, SK.

BLACK ANGUS BULLS, two year olds, semen tested, guaranteed breeders. Delivery 14th ANNUAL EVERBLACK Angus Bull available. 306-287-3900, 306-287-8006, and Female Sale at 1:00 PM, Monday, Englefeld, SK. skinnerfarmsangus.com March 30, 2015 at Vermilion, AB. Offering BLACK ANGUS BULLS on moderate 104 lots, 22 Black Angus yearling bulls, 67 g r o w i n g r at i o n , p e r fo r m a n c e i n fo . two year old bulls and 14 open Angus heif- available. Valleyhills Angus, Glaslyn, SK. ers. “Common Sense Bull and Female 306-342-4407. www.valleyhillsangus.com S a l e .” S a l e c o n t a c t s : E r n i e G i b s o n 7 8 0 - 8 5 3 - 2 4 2 2 , W a y n e S t e t s o n BLACK ANGUS 2 year old heifers bred with 780-581-0049, Rob Holowaychuk, OBI Crescent Creek Bulls to start calving March 780-916-2628. View catalogue online at 20, 2015. 70 to pick from or take them all. www.cattlemanagement.ca Online bid- Beautiful, uniform group of females, recentding: DLMS ly vaccinated with BoviGold, Scourbos 9, Vit AD and Ivermectin. Delivery available, $3250. Contact Joel 204-623-4357, The Pas, MB. Lesannjp@gmail.com

SELLING 100 HEAD • 45 Black Angus Yearling Bulls • 20 Black Angus Yearling Heifers • 8 Polled Hereford Yearling Bulls • 22 Polled Hereford 2 Yr Old Bulls • 5 Polled Hereford Yearling Heifers At Standard Hill Sale Site North of Maidstone, SK. Catalogue: www.shlivestock.com

DURALTA FARMS 10th Annual Angus Bull Sale, Friday, March 20, 1:30 PM at the farm, Vegreville, AB. Selling over 55 Red and Black Angus Bulls. Wintering and delivery available. For catalogues of info call Dave Durie 780-208-4888 or T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-220-5006, PL#116061. View the catalogue online at: www.buyagro.com

RANCH READY BULL SALE on March 19, 1:00 PM at Heartland, Swift Current, SK. Call: Stephen Myer 306-893-8414 30 elite 2 yr. old Angus bulls from Bar CR Angus and 35 horned Hereford bulls from or Jake Pilkey 306-821-6082 Braun Ranch. Catalogue and sale videos at Linda Froehlich EAST CENTRAL BULL POWER 2015: www.braunranch.com Tuesday, March 17th, 1:00 PM, at the Agri- 306-221-4088, caledonian@sasktel.net pavilion, Yorkton Exhibition Grounds.

Shorthorns; Angus (Red and Black); and Simmentals. Broadcast on DLMS. Call 306-783-4800 or view catalogue on-line: www.yorktonex@sasktel.net DOUBLE ‘F’ CATTLE CO. 6th Annual Bull Sale, March 27th, 2:00 PM. Heartland Livestock, Prince Albert, SK. Selling 50 rugged Black Angus bulls and an elite group of Black and baldy replacement heifers. Call Kelly Feige 306-747-2376, 306-747-7498, www.doublefcattle.com EDWARDS ANGUS IS consigning 10 powerful, high performing bulls to the Kuntz Farms bull sale at the farm, Balgonie SK. View the catalog online at BuyAgro.com Mar. 14, 2015, 1:00 PM. 306-567-7456, Craik, SK. lredwards@sasktel.net MANTEI FARMS ANGUS at the Alameda Bull Sale. Selling 30 yearling Angus bulls.

March 28th, 1:00 PM, Alameda, SK. Call Cecil 306-634-4454 or 306-461-5501, Estevan, SK. Catalogues, pictures, video, and info available at: www.blackharvest.ca SELLING: BLACK ANGUS BULLS. Wayside KELVINGTON STOCKYARDS BRED Cow Angus, Henry and Bernie Jungwirth, Sale, March 5, 2015, 1:00 PM. Complete 306-256-3607, Cudworth, SK. dispersal for Richard & Mary Anne Kopeck.

Approx. 160 Charolais crossbred cows, 49TH PARALLEL BLACK Angus Bull Sale mostly tan and reds, ages 4 to 10, due to 60 Black Angus yearling bulls on offer. calve mid April. More info: 306-547-5500, March 30, 2015, 1:00 PM, Mankota Stockmen's Weigh. For more information or to 306-327-4642, Kelvington, SK. request a catalog, please contact 306-625-3676, 306-264-3288, Mankota, SK. O N E S TO P 7zranch@gmail.com CATTLE FIN AN CIN G 18th ANNUAL MINBURN Angus Bull Sale BC, ALBER TA, S AS K. at 1:00 PM, Thursday, March 26, 2015 at Minburn, AB. Offering 82 lots, 50 Black An“ Fa rm e rs He lping Fa rm e rs ” gus yearling bulls, 18 Red Angus yearling bulls, and 14 two year old bulls. “One of the best herds across the land.” Sale contacts: Danny Warrilow 780-593-2205, Rob LIV ESTO C K C O - O P Holowaychuk, OBI 780-916-2628. View catalogue at www.cattlemanagement.ca Bred cow program !

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10 REGISTERED ANGUS heifers, bred to Toll Free 1-8 66-8 48 -6669 son of HF Tiger, due to calve April 27th, $3750. Mantei Farms Angus, Estevan, SK. No Res triction s ; Pu rcha s e a n d 306-634-4454 or 306-461-5501. m a rk etin g - You rchoice 19th ANNUAL KBJ Round Farms Bull w w w.foothills lives tock.ca Sale at 1:00 PM, Monday, March 16, 2015 the farm at Clyde, AB. Offering 73 Black Roc k y M ou n ta in Hou s e , AB at and Red Angus yearling bulls. “Where the sale is never final.” Sale contacts: Jim Round 780-348-5638, Barry Round 780-348-5794, Rob Holowaychuk, OBI 780-916-2628. View catalogue online at www.cattlemanagement.ca Online bidding: DLMS

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34th ANNUAL EARLY Sunset Ranch Bull and Female Sale at 1:30 PM, Tuesday, March 31, 2015 at Edam, SK. Offering: 35 Angus and Simmental yearling bulls and 23 open Angus and Simmental heifers.

NEW SALE DATE. New sale date. “Only the good ones sell.” Sale contacts: Jim Grant 306-441-3590, Rob Holowaychuk, OBI 780-916-2628. View catalogue online at www.cattlemanagement.ca Online bidding: DLMS 20th ANNUAL Cattleman’s Connection Bull Sale, March 6, 2015, 1:00 PM at Heartland Livestock, Brandon, MB. Selling 100 yearling Black Angus bulls. For catalogue or more info call Brookmore Angus, Jack Hart, 204-476-6696 or email at brookmoreangus@gmail.com or HBH Farms, Barb Airey 204-566-2134, email rbairey@hotmail.com Sales Management Doug Henderson 403-350-8541 or 403-782-3888.

9TH ANNUAL JOHNSON Livestock Bull and Female Sale at 1:00 PM, Thursday, March 19, 2015 at Peebles, SK. Offering 172 lots, 134 Angus yearling bulls, 6 long yearling and 32 open Angus heifers. “As much opportunity as any sale in the land.”

Sale contacts: Dave Johnson 306-736-8631, Andrew Johnson 306-736-7393, Rob Holowaychuk, OBI 780-916-2628. View catalogue online at www.cattlemanagement.ca ON TARGET 15th Annual Bull Sale, 1:00 PM, Tuesday, March 17, 2015 at Barrhead, AB. Offering 72 Black and Red Angus yearling bulls and 29 Simmental yearling bulls.

“A no miss event in Northern Alberta.” Sale contacts: Dwayne Emery 780-674-4410, Brad Yoder 780-674-5773, Mark Jones 780-674-6377, Barclay Smith 780-305-6716, Rob Holowaychuk, OBI 780-916-2628. View catalogue online at www.cattlemanagement.ca Online bidding: DLMS YEARLING BLACK BULLS, semen tested and guaranteed. Delivery available.

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• 100 purebred heifers • 250 commercial Black & BWF heifers • 25 Commercial bred Black & BWF Heifers NEW AND USED generators, all sizes from 5 kw to 3000 kw, gas, LPG or diesel. Phone for availability and prices. Many used in stock. 204-643-5441, Fraserwood, MB. 125 KW DIESEL genset, in enclosed building, very low hours, new condition. Call 306-237-4406, Perdue, SK.

SPRUCE FOR SALE! Beautiful locally grown trees. Plan ahead and renew your shelterbelt or landscape a new yardsite, get the year round protection you need.

We sell on farm near Didsbury, AB. or deliver anywhere in western Canada. Now taking Spring bookings. Details phone 403-586-8733 or check out our website at www.didsburysprucefarms.com

2 YEAR OLD Angus Bull Sale, Mar 23, 2015, 1 PM, Heartland Livestock, Swift Current, SK. Deer Range and High River Angus offer: 50 Red Angus and 30 Black Angus 2 yr old bulls. These bulls are bred and fed to be sound, reliable, extra-aged bulls. Also offering 40+ bred heifers. Call 306-773-9872, 306-394-4320. Email: tkolson@sasktel.net or visit: www.DeerRange.ca

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FREYBURN FAMILY TRADITION BULL & FEMALE SALE. March 23, 2015, 1:00 PM, on the farm. On offer: 50 Purebred Black Angus Bulls and 14 fancy Purebred Black Angus heifers. Wintering and Delivery available. View catalogue and videos online at: www.freyburnangus.com Contact Jason 306-485-7230 or Lucas 306-485-8285, Oxbow, SK. E-mail: jfrey1@sasktel.net

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MCTAVISH RED ANGUS And Charolais Bull Sale with Charla Moore Farms, at the farm, Moosomin, SK. Mar. 10, 2015, 1:30 PM. Featuring 12 Red Angus yearlings and 1 two year old; 43 Charolais yearlings and 1 two year old. View videos and catalogue online: www.mctavishcharolais.com Contact Jared McTavish 306-435-9842 DURALTA FARMS 10th Annual Angus Bull Sale, Friday, March 20, 1:30 PM at the farm, Vegreville, AB. Selling over 55 Red and Black Angus Bulls. Wintering and delivery available. For catalogues of info call Dave Durie 780-208-4888 or T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-220-5006. PL#116061. View the catalogue online at: www.buyagro.com

35 RED ANGUS yearling and 2 yr. old bulls sell April 1st, 1:00 PM, Howe Red Angus Bull Sale, Moose Jaw, SK. 8 miles South JOHNSTON/ FERTILE VALLEY Black An- on #2 Hwy, 1-1/2 East on Baildon grid. gus Bull Sale, Friday April 10, 1:00 PM CST Contact Mike Howe 306-631-8779. at Saskatoon Livestock Sales. 90 thick, easy fleshing bulls selected from 500 top producing cows. They are sired by the MVY JH[HSVNZ HUK TVYL SPZ[PUNZ leading AI sires in the industry including: SAV Resource; SAV Angus Valley; Triple V; â&#x20AC;˘ Mar 5th - 10th Annual Cutting Edge Glanworth 57U; Sitz Upward; Impression; Bull Sale .............................. Rimbey, AB Special Focus; Hoover Dam; Consensus; and Mustang. Many of these bulls are â&#x20AC;˘ Mar 7th - Rack Red Angus & MCG suitable for heifers. All bulls are semen Simmentals Bull Sale ......... Stavely, AB tested with complete performance and carcass information available. Deferred â&#x20AC;˘ Mar 7th - Wardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Red Angus & Guests payment program with 60% sale day, 40% Bull Sale ......................... Saskatoon, SK interest fee, due Dec. 1, 2015. Dennis and David Johnston 306-856-4726, or T Bar C Cattle Co 306-933-4200. Call for catalogue 4-H and Youth Check Out Our $2000 or view www.johnstonfertilevalley.com

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Va l l ey h i l l s A n g u s , G l a s ly n , S K . C a l l 306-342-4407. www.valleyhillsangus.com EXCELLENT QUALITY PB yearling and 2 yr. old Red Angus bulls. Will keep until April 15. Semen test and deliver. Will sell w/wo all risk insurance. Dudragne Red Angus 306-625-3787, 306-625-3730, Ponteix, SK. BURNETT BLACK ANGUS Bull and Female Sale. 1:00 PM, Saturday April 4, 2015.

Heartland Livestock, Swift Current, SK. Featuring 50+ yearling and 2 year old Bulls. Many low birth weight, short gestation bulls for use on heifers. Fertility and leptin tested. Bloodlines: Shipwheel Chinook; Cole Creek Black Cedar; OCC Missing Link; Waigroup Glanworth; Fahren; Motive; Crowfoot Fred. Ask about our Bull Financing Program. Catalogues and information: Bryce Burnett 306-773-7065 or Wyatt Burnett 306-750-7822. E-mail: wburnett@xplornet.ca HIGH QUALITY 2 year old purebred Black A n g u s b u l l s. C a l l D av i d o r Pat 306-963-2639, 306-963-7739 Imperial, SK PALMER CHAROLAIS/ NIELSON LAND AND CATTLE CO. Black and Red Angus Bull and Heifer Sale, March 2, 2:00 PM, at the Palmer farm, Bladworth, SK. Offering: 41 Black and Red Angus yearling bulls; 9 Black and Red PB Angus yearling heifers; and 42 2 year old and yearling Charolais bulls, most polled, some Red factor. Top quality cattle with great pedigrees that will work.

Contact Larry Nielson at 306-567-7493 or Velon Herback at 306-567-7033. View catalogue and videos at: www.bylivestock.com charolaisbanner@gmail.com THE BLACK PEARL ANGUS Bull and Female Sale, Sun. March 15, 2 PM, Edwards Livestock Center, Tisdale, SK. Selling yearling and 2 year old bulls and select open heifers. Females sell with a youth incentive program. Payment plan, wintering and delivery avail. For catalogues or info. call T Bar C Cattle Co. at: 306-220-5006. View catalogue online at: www.buyagro.com Watch and bid online at: www.dlms.ca

85 YEARLING AND 2 year old Red Angus bulls. Guaranteed, semen tested, and delivered in spring. Bob Jensen 306-967-2770, Leader, SK. REG. RED ANGUS bulls, calving ease, good growth, quiet, will be semen tested. Little de Ranch, 306-845-2406, Turtleford, SK. YEARLING RED BULLS, semen tested and guaranteed. Delivery availab le.

306-821-2504, Lloydminster, SK. THE 7th ANNUAL IMPACT Angus and Charolais Bull Sale, Mar. 28, 1:30 PM, Saskatoon Livestock Sales. 12 Red Angus yearling bulls. For more info. contact Randy Tetzlaff at: 306-944-2734 or T Bar C Cattle Co. at 306-220-5006. PL#116061.

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FLYING K RANCH Bull Sale 80+ Yearling Red Angus Bulls sell at the ranch. Your one stop heifer bull shop! One of Canada's largest selection of Red Angus heifer bulls on offer. 75% of the bulls on test are below breed average for birthweight EPDs. Practical, ranch raised bulls that are fed at home, all bulls ROP, semen and carcass tested.

Free Delivery in Western Canada. Sight unseen purchase plan with satisfaction guaranteed! April 08, 2015, 2:00 PM. 306-773-6313, Swift Current, SK. chanel@t2.net or www.flyingkranch.ca RED ANGUS BULLS, two year olds, semen tested, guaranteed breeders. Delivery available. 306-287-3900, 306-287-8006, Englefeld, SK. skinnerfarmsangus.com 50 STRAWS OF Red Northline Rob Roy, Canadian National Champion Bull and sire of 2 National Champion Bulls in Denver, USA, $20/straw. 780-216-0220, Millet, AB. SOUTH VIEW RANCH Red and Black Angus bull sale, Thurs. April 9th, 1:30 PM at South View Ranch, Ceylon, SK. Offering 100 Red and Black Angus yearling bulls.

Performance and semen tested. Shane 306-869-8074, Keith 306-454-2730. View cat. and video: www.southviewranch.com KENRAY RANCH OPEN house, February 28th, Redvers, SK. and On-line Bull Sale March 2nd-5th. On offer 30 Red Angus bulls. Contact Sheldon, 306-452-7545 or Ray 306-452-7447. Complete info at: www.kenrayranch.com

45 TWO YEAR old Charolais bulls, 25 yearling Charolais bulls sell April 1st, 1:00 PM CST, Whitecap/ Rosso Charolais bull sale. Moose Jaw, SK. 8 miles South on #2 Hwy, 1-1/2 East on Baildon grid. Call Darwin Rosso 306-693-2384, Mike Howe 306-631-8779, Dale Howe 306-693-2127.

GELBVIEH STOCK EXCHANGE BULL AND FEMALE SALE, March 10, 2015 at 1:00 PM, at Medicine Hat Feeding Co., Medicine Hat, AB. For more info or for a catalogue call Don at Jen-ty Gelbviehs, jentygelbviehs.com 403-378-4898; Nolan, REG. CHAROLAIS yearling and 2 yr. old Towerview Ranch, towerviewranch.com bulls, polled, horned, whites and reds. 403-977-2057.

REG. 2 YEAR olds and yearlings. Quiet Richard Smith 780-846-2643, Kitscoty, AB. dispositions, thick, sound and tons of hair!

Bred for calving ease and performance. CREEKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EDGE LAND and Cattle Purebred $3500. 306-441-6865, Battleford, SK. Charolais Bulls for sale. View bulls on-line at: www.creeksedgecharolais.ca 60+ EXCELLENT SELECTION, 2 year old yearlings and 3 two year olds. Call Stephen bulls, easy calvers, very quiet. Will consid306-279-2033, Yellow Creek, SK. er trade on open heifers. Polled Hereford since 1950. Erwin Lehmann, Rosthern, SK. HTA CHAROLAIS & GUESTS Bull Sale, 306-232-4712.

Plains Ag Complex Neepawa, MB. 53 Yearling Charolais Bulls Sell. Halter broke, good THE 11th WHEATLAND CATTLE CO. dispositions, most are polled, some red Bull Sale Thursday, March 26, 2 PM, will factor. These are the best in performance be held in our new facility on the farm at genetics.

Sale online at Bienfait, SK. Offering 40 Purebred Black www.cattleinmotion.com. Mar 25, 2015, and Red Simmental yearling bulls as well 1:00 PM, Shawn Airey 204-724-8823, Cata- as Simm. Angus yearlings. For a catalogue logue online at www.htacharolais.com or more information contact Vernon at 306-634-7765 or T Bar C Cattle Co. at YEARLING AND TWO year old Charolais 306-220-5006. View the catalogue online bulls, white and red factor. Creedence at: www.buyagro.com Charolais Ranch, Ervin Zayak, Derwent, AB. Annua l Cha rola is Call 780-741-3868, 780-853-0708.

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MCTAVISH CHAROLAIS & Red Angus Bull Sale with Charla Moore Farms, at the farm, Moosomin, SK. March 10, 2015, 1:30 PM. Featuring 43 Charolais yearlings and 1 two year old, 12 Red Angus yearlings and 1 two year old. View videos and catalogue on-line at: www.mctavishcharolais.com Contact Jared McTavish, 306-435-9842.

BLUE SKY CHAROLAIS offering 2 yr. old and yearling Charolais bulls on March 30, at Balog Auction, Lethbridge, AB. Reputation easy calving bloodlines, Western Edge, Blue Grass, and Pilgrim. Call John RANCH READY BULL SALE on March 19, 1:00 PM, Heartland, Swift Current, SK. 35 STEPPLER FARMS 4TH Annual Charolais 306-672-6694, Bob Bahlog 403-320-1980. horned Hereford bulls from Braun Ranch Bull Sale, Steppler Sale Barn. 66 yearlings and 30 Elite 2 yr. old Angus bulls from Bar and 16 two year olds, sound, good haired PALMER CHAROLAIS/ NIELSON LAND AND and thick. Most are polled. Mar. 24, 2015, CATTLE CO. Black and Red Angus Bull and CR Angus. Catalogue and sale videos at 1:00 PM, Andre, 204-435-2463, or Heifer Sale, March 2, 2:00 PM, at the www.braunranch.com Contact Craig Braun 204-750-1951, Miami, MB. Videos and cata- Palmer farm, Bladworth, SK. Offering: 42 at 306-297-2132. logue online at: www.stepplerfarms.com 2 year old and yearling Charolais bulls, most polled, some Red factor; 41 Black and 4 HEREFORD BULLS: 3 polled, 1 horned, GILLILAND BROS. CHAROLAIS Bull Sale, Red Angus yearling bulls; and 9 Black and dark red, reasonably priced. 306-342-4995, on the farm, Carievale, SK. On offer 57 Red PB Angus yearling heifers. Top quality 306-480-7672, Medstead, SK. Charolais two-year old and yearling bulls, cattle with great pedigrees that will work. most are polled, some red factor. These are Contact Velon Herback, 306-567-7033 or ANL POLLED HEREFORDS Spring Bull thick, good haired, performance bulls that Larry Nielson, 306-734-5145. Email: Sale. Sunday, March 22nd, 2:00 PM at the will work. March 17, 2015, 1:00 PM, charolaisbanner@gmail.com View the farm at Steelman, SK. Selling 25 yearling Contact Greg or Ron Gilliland catalogue and videos online at: and two year old bulls. Wintering and de306-928-4841, 306-928-2118, catalogue www.bylivestock.com livery available. For catalogue or info cononline at: www.gillilandbros.com tact at Karl 306-487-2670 or T Bar C Cattle JTA DIAMOND CHAROLAIS BULL SALE Co. 306-220-5006. View the catalogue or on the farm, Saturday, March 28, 2015, videos online at: www.buyagro.com 1:00 PM, two year olds and yearlings, all semen tested. Tans and whites. Beef on a bun 12:00. For info call Jerome and Cindy Tremblay, 306-394-4406, Courval, SK.

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HORSESHOE E CHAROLAIS 17th Annual Bull Sale, Saturday March 14th, 2:00 PM, Johnstone Auction Mart, Moose Jaw, SK. On offer 10 2 year old bulls, 50 yearlings.

All bulls semen tested. Delivery available.

Can be kept until May 1. Call Layne and Paula Evans, 306-252-2246, Kenaston, SK. Catalogue: www.horseshoeecharolais.com

WE HAVE AN excellent group of PB Charolais bulls, both yearling and 2 yr. olds, white and red. Visit us on the web at www.defoortstockfarm.com Gord or Sue at 204-743-2109, Cypress River, MB.

GALLOWAY BULL AND SEMEN SALE: Online bidding from March 5 to 9, 2015 on SQUARE D BULLS. Carefully selected two LiveAuctions.TV Contact Russel Horvey year olds, fall and spring yearlings. Over 40 quiet beef bulls, semen tested selling off 403-749-2780, bigdealgalloways.com the ranch. Delivery can be arranged. Phone 306-538-4556 or 306-736-7921, Langbank, RED FACTOR CHAROLAIS: Bulls, 2 year SK. Email: square.d@sasktel.net Website: olds and yearlings. Red, tan and white. Call square-dpolledherefords.com Wheatheart Charolais, Rosetown, SK. 306-882-6444 or 306-831-9369.

YEARLING AND 2 year old Charolais bulls as well as replacement heifers for sale.

780-582-2254, Forestburg, AB. FRESH AND SPRINGING heifers for sale.

Cows and quota needed. We buy all classELDER CHAROLAIS 5TH Annual Bull Sale, es of slaughter cattle-beef and dairy. R&F on the farm, Coronach, SK. Offering 39 Livestock Inc. Bryce Fisher, Warman, SK. yearling bulls. Most are polled, some red Phone 306-239-2298, cell 306-221-2620. factor. Top quality bulls that will calve well and then give you the added performance you want. March 26, 2015, 1:30 PM. Ron 306-267-4986, Michael 306-267-5655. Davidson Gelbvieh/ Lonesome Dove View videos and catalogue online at: Ranch 26th Bull Sale, Sat, Mar 7th 2015, 1:00 PM at their bull yards, Ponteix, SK. STOUT YEARLING LIMOUSIN BULLS, www.eldercharolais.com Lunch at 11:00 AM. Presale viewing and polled, red, black. Quiet bulls with great DIAMOND W CHAROLAIS & ANGUS 13th hospitality Fri, Mar 6th. Selling 100+ PB performance. Short Grass Limousin, Annual Bull Sale, Valley Livestock, Mini- yearling bulls, red or black. Performance 306-773-7196, Swift Current, SK. tonas, MB. Offering 42 Charolais Yearlings, and semen tested. View catalog and video many polled, some red factor, 20 Red and on-line at: www.davidsongelbvieh.com or GOOD SELECTION OF stout red and black Black Angus Two Year Old and Yearlings. davidsonlonesomedoveranch.com Contact bulls, good dispositions, calving ease; Also bred heifers. Ph. Qually-T Limousin, Rose Sound, semen tested with delivery avail- 306-625-3755 or 306-625-3513.

Valley, SK., 306-322-4755, 306-322-7554 able. March 19, 2015, 1:30 PM, Orland or Ivan Walker 306-865-3953, catalogue online at www.bylivestock.com

VIDEOS: www.dkfredangus.ca Select now. Get later. Superior quality. For sale DKF Red and Black Angus bulls at: DKF Ranch, anytime, Gladmar, SK. Agent for: Solar and Wind Water Systems and Allen Leigh Calving Cameras. Dwayne or Scott Fettes, 306-969-4506.

STERLING BEEF BULLS for sale, yearlings and select 2â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Leading edge genetics, including the first Tuff Enuf 111Z and Arson 84Z sons. EKW Red Angus, Elmer Wiebe, 306-381-3691, Hague, SK. Catalogue at: VALLEY'S END RANCH Charolais bulls for www.buyagro.com sale, off the farm. Good hair, quiet disposition, easy calving bloodlines. 306-796-4651 PALMER CHAROLAIS/ NIELSON LAND AND Central Butte, SK. CATTLE CO. Black and Red Angus Bull and Heifer Sale, March 2, 2:00 PM, at the PLEASANT DAWN CHAROLAIS 13th Palmer farm, Bladworth, SK. Offering: 41 Annual Bull Sale, Heartland Livestock, VirdBlack and Red Angus yearling bulls; 9 Black en, MB. All polled, some red factor, offering and Red PB Angus yearling heifers; and 42 57 yearling bulls. Wintering, delivery and 2 year old and yearling Charolais bulls, sight unseen purchase program available. most polled, some Red factor. Top quality Bred for calving ease w/growth, hair and cattle with great pedigrees that will work. soundness. March 21, 2015, 2:00 PM, Tully, Contact Larry Nielson at 306-567-7493 or 204-855-2402; Trent, 204-855-3078. View Velon Herback at 306-567-7033. View cata- catalogue online: www.pleasantdawn.com logue and videos at: www.bylivestock.com McAVOY CHAROLAIS BULLS sell at the Imcharolaisbanner@gmail.com pact Angus and Charolais Bull Sale, March DIAMOND W ANGUS & CHAROLAIS 13th 28, 1:30 PM, Saskatoon Livestock Sales.

Annual Bull Sale, Valley Livestock, Mini- 32 yearling Charolais bulls. For more info tonas, MB. Offering 20 Red and Black Angus call Mike at 306-241-1975 or T Bar C CatTwo Year Old and Yearlings, 42 Charolais tle Co. at 306-220-5006. PL#116061 View Yearlings, many polled, some red factor. the catalogue online at: www.buyagro.com Sound, semen tested with delivery avail- POLLED 2 YR. old and yearling Char. bulls, able. March 19, 2015, 1:30 PM, Orland or some Red Factor. Yearling heifers for sale.

Ivan Walker 306-865-3953, catalogue Kings Polled Charolais, 306-435-7116, online at www.bylivestock.com 306-645-2955, Rocanville, SK.

NEILSON CATTLE COMPANY Charolais Bull Sale, Friday, March 13, 1:00 PM at the Ranch, Hwy #47 south of Willowbrook, SK. Offering 30 coming 2 year old Charolais bulls, all semen tested and vet inspected. Wintering and delivery available. For more info contact Mike: 306-783-0331 or T B a r C C at t l e C o . 3 0 6 - 2 2 0 - 5 0 0 6 , PL#116061. View the catalogue online at: www.buyagro.com CREEKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EDGE LAND and Cattle Purebred Charolais replacement heifers for sale. Call Stephen 306-279-2033, Yellow Creek, SK.

REGISTERED CHAROLAIS BULLS, 2 year olds and yearlings. Polled, horned, some red. Quiet hand fed, hairy bulls. 40+ head available. Wilf at Cougar Hill Ranch 306-728-2800, 306-730-8722, Melville, SK

MANITOU MAINE-ANJOU BULLS, large selection of fullbloods and PBs. Contact Gary a n d S a n dy G r a h a m , 3 0 6 - 8 2 3 - 3 4 3 2 , 306-830-0883, Marsden, SK., website: www.manitoumaineanjou.ca FULLBLOOD AND PB Maine-Anjou Bulls on test at Cattleland near Strathmore, AB. Pick your next breeding bull from some of the best bulls in the business.

306-374-0763 magpiemaines@yourlink.ca

PUREBRED AND REGISTERED black or red yearlings, bulls and heifers. Elderberry Farm Salers, 306-747-3302, Parkside, SK. NEW TREND SALERS BULL SALE, Thurs. March 19, 2:00 PM, Cow Palace, Olds, AB. Offering 50 yearling and 2 year old, Red and Black polled Saler bulls. For catalogues or information contact Pete at: 403-650-8362; Wayne: 403-876-2241; Gerry: 403-936-5393 or T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-933-4200, PL #116061. View the catalogue online at: www.buyagro.com PUREBRED SALER BULLS, black and red yearling bulls and heifers. Harbrad Saler Farm, 306-459-7612, Ogema, SK. E-mail: grammie@sasktel.net

POLLED YEARLING BULLS, Reds, White and Roans. All tie broke, DNAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d and will be semen tested. Also, PB and commercial short horn and Red Angus cross yearling heifers. 306-825-2674, Lloydminster, SK. SHORTHORN BULLS WELL grown, January February yearling bulls; Also 1 roan 3 yr old bull. Will hold till May 1st. All bulls will be semen tested. Greg Tough, 204-748-3136, 204-851-4541, Hargrave, MB. E-mail: gwtough@rfnow.com

BENDER SHORTHORNS and Star P Farms will be selling 40 Shorthorn bulls, 2 yr. olds and yearlings, Tuesday, March 17, 2014, 1:00 PM, at the East Central Bull Power Sale at Yorkton, SK., Exhibition Grounds. Internet bidding DLMS: www.dlms.ca Call Ryan 306-748-2876 or 306-728-8613, Neudorf, SK. Rayleen 306-682-3692, Humboldt, SK. website: www.bendershorthorns.com 8th SUN COUNTRY SHORTHORN Sale, 1 PM CST, Tuesday, March 10th, 2015 at Johnstone Auction Mart, Moose Jaw, SK. Sale will be broadcast live at www.cattleinmotion.com Selling 35 yearling and 2 year old Polled Shorthorns bulls and 25 open replacement heifers. Additional sale info. will be available on our websites.

Horseshoe Creek Farms Ltd, Weyburn, SK., www.horseshoecreekfarms.com Call: 306-456-2500; Anwender Cattle Co., Radville SK www.anwendercattlecompany.com Call: 306-442-2090; Rocking L Cattle Co., Wawota, SK. www.rockinglcattleco.com Call: 306-739-2598.

MUIRHEAD CATTLE CO. 13th Annual Simmental Bull Sale. Monday, March 2, 2015 at the ranch, Shellbrook, SK. Featuring: 67 red and black Simmental bulls, 46 ranch raised 2 year olds and 21 yearlings. Bulls that are bred for maternal traits, calving ease, performance and longevity. 85% of our bulls sell to repeat customers and 95% of these are commercial ranchers. For more information please call Justin at 306-747-8192 or Ward at 306-747-7022.

Catalogue available at www.bohrson.com

Skor Simmentals 6NRU 6LPPHQWDOV 15TH ANNUAL SASKATOON Gelbvieh Bull and Female Sale, Saturday, March 21, 2015, Saskatoon Livestock Sales. Pre-sale viewing and customer appreciation Friday, March 20, 2015. Gelbvieh bulls add pounds at weaning, feed efficiency, and superior maternal strength. Selling 40 stout polled red and black yearling purebred and balancer Gelbvieh bulls and select females. Sale can be viewed online via DLMS. For more info and catalogue: Darcy 306-865-2929 or 306-865-7859, or Darrell 7 8 0 - 5 8 1 - 0 0 7 7 , Ve r n 4 0 3 - 5 4 8 - 6 6 7 8 , www.gelbviehworld.com or sales consultant Kirk Hurlburt 306-222-8210, www.stonegatefarms.ca

BAR 3R LIMOUSIN 20th Annual Bull Sale, Thursday, March 19, 2015, 1 PM (MST) at the Crossroads Center, Oyen, AB. Selling 40 Red Black polled yearlings and 2 yr. olds. In celebration of our 20th Anniversary we are giving away a 1 yr. lease on a Featherlite Trailer supplied by Bert Duncan Trailer Sales. View Catalogue online at www.bohrson.com For more info: Kevin Rea 306-463-7950 or Ken Rea 306-463-7454, Marengo, SK.

29th ANNUAL PRAIRIE Gold Limousin Bull Sale, Friday, March 27 at Saskatoon Livestock Sales, Saskatoon, SK. On offer 35 thick stout rugged red and black yearling 2 YEAR OLD and yearling polled Gelbvieh bulls.

View catalogue: www.buyagro.com bulls for sale.

Winderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gelbvieh, Camrose, HEJ 10th ANNUAL CHAROLAIS BULL Contact 306-567-7456 or 306-221-1159.

SALE, Friday, February 27, 1:00 PM, AB., 780-672-9950. gwinder@syban.net Innisfail Auction Mart. Offering 60 ranch ready Charolais yearling bulls, red, white, TWIN BRIDGE FARMS 4th Gelbvieh black and tan. Wintering, delivery and Bull and Female Sale, Monday, March sight unseen purchase program available. 16, 2015, 1 PM at the Silver Sage CommuAll bulls vet inspected, semen tested. For nity Corral, Brooks, AB. Selling 45 yearling SILVERHILLS LOWLINES. Fullblood, catalogues or information contact the Ras- Gelbvieh Bulls and a select group of open papered livestock and semen avail. Lumby mussens 403-227-2824 or T Bar C Cattle Purebred heifers. Red and black genetics BC. ph 250-547-6465. littlecow@telus.net Co., PL#116061, 306-220-5006. View on offer. Guest Consignors Carlson Cattle Company, Litchfield Cattle and Keriness BIG ISLAND LOWLINES Premier Breeder. catalogue online at: www.buyagro.com Cattle Co. For info. contact: Ron and Carol Selling custom designed packages. Name CLINE CATTLE COMPANY has for sale B i r c h a n d f a m i ly 4 0 3 - 7 9 2 - 2 1 2 3 o r your price and we will put a package toPB Charolais yearling and 2 yr. old bulls, 403-485-5518 or Don Savage Auctions gether for you. Fullblood/percentage Lowwhite and red factor. Brad 204-523-0062, 403-948-3520. Catalo gue online at: line, embryos, semen. Black/Red carrier.

Darrell 780-486-7553, Edmonton, AB. www.donsavageauctions.com www.clinecattlecompany.ca Belmont, MB.

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McMillen Ranching Ltd. 21 st Annual Bull Sale Saturday, March 7th, 2015 At the Ranch, Carievale Sask. at 1:00 PM

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SUNNY VALLEY SIMMENTALS, 25th Annual Bull Sale, Wednesday, March 11, 2015, 1 PM at Saskatoon Livestock Sales.

40 Red, black and fullblood beef bulls on offer. For catalogue call 306-544-7633, or visit www.sunnyvalleysimmentals.com PHEASANTDALE CATTLE COMPANY 11th Annual Bull and Female Sale Thursday, March 5th, 1 PM at the farm, Balcarres, SK. Offering 65 head of polled yearling and 2 yr old Simmental bulls and 10 open purebred heifers. For catalogue, DVD or more info call Lee 306-335-7553 or Lionel 306-335-2828. View catalogue online at: www.bohrson.com

R PLUS SIMMENTALS, 15th Annual Bull Sale, Sunday, March 8, 2015, 1:00 PM at the ranch, 5 miles SE of Estevan, SK. Watch for signs. Selling: 90 multi-generation red and black Simmental bulls, bred for easy calving and performance. Excellent bulls for commercial and purebred operations.

For more info. call Marlin LeBlanc, 306-421-2470 or Rob Holowaychuk, 780-916-2628.

55 Red Polled Simmental 45 Black Polled Simmental 10 Red & Black Simm/Angus 10 FB Flechvieh Simmental 40 Registered Red Angus Free Delivery, Semen Tested, Sight Unseen Buyerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Program For more info or Catalogue Contact Lee (306) 483-8067 Dave (306) 483-8660 Jim (306) 483-7986 Email: mrl@sasktel.net View Catalogue @ mrlranch.com

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55 BLACK ANGUS heifers, bred Black An- RETIRING: REGISTERED QUARTER horses gus, to calve in April. Call 306-567-0622, for sale. Running bloodlines. Colts, philDavidson, SK. lies, 2 year olds, geldings, mares and young mares. Call 306-536-9210 or 28 FIRST, SECOND, third calvers, 26 306-345-2555 (evenings), Belle Plaine, SK. blacks, 2 reds, bred Black Angus. Start calving March 20th on a herd health program. Call 306-383-2942, Quill Lake, SK. 150 RED AND Black Angus bred cows, 2nd, HORSES WANTED: All classes, saddle 3rd and 4th calvers. Call 306-773-1049, horses, teams, kids ponies, meat horses.

Swift Current, SK. We buy direct for Boudry Exports. We pay op prices. Call 306-834-2965 or 90 RED AND BLACK ANGUS cows to be t306-834-8281, Kerrobert, SK. sold at Heartland Livstock in Virden, MB. on March 6th. Start calving March 25th to EQUINE KINETICS PRACTITIONER Red or Black Angus bulls. Cows are quiet, PROGRAM 1 yr. Register now for Equine home raised with sound udders and have a Alternative Therapy clinics focusing on full heard health program. For farm view- nutrition, parasite awareness, massage, i n g o r q u e s t i o n s p h o n e G a r t h a t : chiropractics, acupressure, saddle fit, herbs 204-937-2611, Roblin, MB. and much more. Ph 780-897-7711, Alder BRED HEIFERS, BLACK Angus/Limo cross, Flats, AB. laodas-wayhealing@live.ca www.laodas-way.com all blacks bred to quality horned Hereford bulls. Start calving first week of May. Exc e l l e n t s e t o f h e i fe r s . C a l l D e a n : 780-855-2580, New Norway, AB.

240 YOUNG ANGUS and Angus cross cows, calving Apr./ May, vg quality, $2850 per head. Medicine Hat, AB, 403-376-0170 300 BRED COWS, 2/3 black, 1/3 red.

3 YR. OLD bull, 3 cows 8 to 9 yrs., 1 heifer, Bred to Reg. PB black bulls. Start calving $15,000 for all. Phone 403-650-8369, mid-April. 204-638-5581, Dauphin, MB. Longview, AB. BIG BRED BLACK AND RED cows, bull out July 28th, 2014. First 12 $3200/each. Call 306-725-4929, Bulyea, SK. Performance + Calving ease bulls in every category

170 YOUNG one iron Hereford cows, good quality, Start calving May 15th, 60 days $2600 per head. Seven Persons, AB., call 403-793-5072.

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COZY CAPS! Ear protection for newborn calves! Ph. 306-577-4664, Carlyle, SK. gerrybettywyatt@gmail.com 57th ANNUAL MEDICINE HAT BULL Show and Sale. Show Tues., March 17, 5 WELSH BLACK- The Brood Cow Advantage. PM. Wed., March 18, 1 PM. 120 yearCheck www.canadianwelshblackcattle.com ling Sale and 2 yr. old Red and Black Hereford Canadian Welsh Black Soc. 403-442-4372. and Angus bulls on offer. For more information call 306-622-2632 or view pics of bulls at: www.medicinehatbullsale.com

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H. S. KNILL TRANSPORT, est. 1933, specializing in purebred livestock transportation. Providing weekly pick up and delivery service across Canada and the USA. Gooseneck service available in Ontario, Quebec and USA. US and Canada customs bonded carrier. Call 1-877-442-3106, fax 519-442-1122, hsknill@pppoe.ca or www.hsknilltransport.com 155 King Edward St., Paris, ON, N3L 3E3.

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LABATTE SIMMENTALS 35TH ANNUAL Us e the p ro d u cts en d o rs ed b y the BULL AND OPEN HEIFER SALE, Friday, p ro fes s io n a ls . RK & S UL L IV AN S UPPL IES March 6, 1PM, Johnstone Auction Mart, Moose Jaw, SK. Guest consignor Meadow Fo r a fre e c a ta lo gu e : 1-8 00-440-26 9 4 Acres Farms. Offering: 85 red and black purebred, 5 full blood Simmental bulls, 20 S hop O n lin e red and black Purebred open heifers. Catalogues/DVD: labatte.simm@sasktel.net or w w w .rka n im a lsu pplies.co m meadowacres@signaldirect.ca Call Barry LaBatte 306-815-7900 or Dustin Fornwald 306-487-7510. View catalogue on-line at 300 REPLACEMENT HEIFERS, Red and Black Angus, herd health program and no labattesimmentals.com PL #914447.

TBA implants, weighing approx. 750 lbs.

PROUDLY WESTERN BULL Sale, Saturday mid February. Will feed until spring. Call March 21st, 1:00 PM at the Whitewood Blaine for pricing details: 306-782-6022 or Auction Barn, Whitewood, SK. Selling 50 306-621-9751, Yorkton, SK. yearling and 2 year olds, Red, Black and Fullblood Simmental bulls. Wintering and delivery available. For a catalogue or more info. contact T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-220-5006. View the catalogue online at: www.buyagro.com

WANTED: CULL COWS and bulls. For bookings call Kelly at Drake Meat Processors, 306-363-2117, ext. 111, Drake, SK. LOOKING TO BUY or lease bred cows. Interested in whole herd dispersalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Call Brian 780-812-5567, Bonnyville, AB.

CATTLEMEN: FREESTANDING HD 5-bar, windbreaks, gates, bale feeders, steel calf shelter frames. Will custom build. Call: 306-485-8559, Oxbow, SK. 18' NEW HOLLAND haybine, 1 year on complete rebuilt knife assembly, hydraulic reverser, $18,000 OBO. 306-567-7989, Davidson, SK. Email: lrshaw@sasktel.net

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PAYSEN LIVESTOCK EQUIPMENT INC. We manufacture an extensive line of cattle handling and feeding equipment including squeeze chutes, adj. width alleys, crowding tubs, calf tip tables, maternity pens, gates and panels, bale feeders, Bison equipment, Texas gates, steel water troughs, rodeo equipment and garbage incinerators. Distributors for El-Toro electric branders and twine cutters. Our squeeze chutes and headgates are now avail. with a neck extender. Ph. 306-796-4508, email: ple@sasktel.net Web: www.paysen.com

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SUNGOLD SPECIALTY MEATS. We want your lambs. Have you got finished (fat) lambs or feeder lambs for sale? Call Rick at: 403-894-9449 or Cathy at: 1-800-363-6602 for terms and pricing. www.sungoldmeats.com

GREGâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S WELDING: Freestanding 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 5 bar panels, all 2-7/8â&#x20AC;? drill stem construction, $440; 24â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x5.5â&#x20AC;&#x2122; high panels, 2-7/8â&#x20AC;? pipe with 5- 1â&#x20AC;? sucker rods, $310; 24â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x6â&#x20AC;&#x2122; high panels, 2-7/8â&#x20AC;? pipe with 6- 1â&#x20AC;? rods, $350; 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 2 or 3 bar windbreak panels c/w lumber. Gates and double hinges available on all panels. Belting troughs for grain or silage. Delivery available. For more info. call 306-768-8555, Carrot River, SK.

NOW PURCHASING AT Roy Leitch Livestock Co. Ltd. fat lambs, cull ewes/goats. CATTLE SHELTER PACKAGES or built on site. For early booking call 204-727-5021, 204-729-7791, Brandon MB 1-800-667-4990 or visit our website: ROCKING W HORSE Spring Horse and www.warmanhomecentre.com Tack Sale, Saturday, April 25th, 2015, Keystone Centre, Brandon, MB. 204-325-7237.

FOR ALL YOUR livestock equipment and Visit us on-line: www.rockingw.com agriculture supply needs- www.fuchs.ca 2015 WILD ROSE DRAFT HORSE SALE, SSDBâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GETTING STARTED In Sheep We repair scales. 306-762-2125 Vibank SK May 1 and 2 at Olds, AB. Draft horses, workshop â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Basicsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, to be held March tack, harness, collars and horse drawn 20 and 21 in Saskatoon. Ph. 306-933-5200 HIGHLINE 6800 BALE PRO, with grain equipment are welcomed consignments. or e-mail: sheepdb@sasktel.net to register tank, good condition. 306-739-2763, Wawota, SK. Call Barb Stephenson 403-933-5765, 8 AM For more details visit: www.sksheep.com to 8 PM, or visit www.wrdha.com SELF STANDING PANELS. We offer selfHORSE, TACK, SHEEP and Goat Sale standing panels for bison or cattle. Can Heartland Livestock, Prince Albert, customize for your needs. Wind breaks and SK., Friday, March 13th. Sheep and goats an assortment of livestock feeders. Delivery at 11 AM, tack at 5:30 with horses to fol- SASK. SHEEP DEV. BOARD sole dis- available. 306-535-5286, Francis, SK. l o w. P l e a s e p r e - b o o k . B r e n n i n a t tributor of sheep ID tags in Sask., offers Muhrcollin@hotmail.com 306-981-2430. programs, marketing services and sheep/ goat supplies. 306-933-5200, Saskatoon, SK. www.sksheep.com

Builders of Quality Livestock Equipment, Made with Your Safety in Mind! www.morandindustries.com

3 YEARLING SIMMENTAL BULLS, 1 black, 2 red blaze faced. 306-931-2730, 306-222-1937, Dalmeny, SK.

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2007 HIGHLINE 8000 bale processor, right hand discharge, big tires, exc. cond.

Call 780-916-2333, Spruce Grove, AB. EZE-FEEDER: Quality built grain feeders w/auger for range or bulk feeding. From 15 - 95 bu. Optional scales, 3 PTH frames, ZAKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AGRICULTURAL BUILDINGS- fea- etc. 1-877-695-2532, www.ezefeeder.ca turing 32x40x16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; post buildings for $17,500. Call 306-225-2288 or go to 2008 FEATHERLITE GOOSENECK stock trailer, 7x24. Used very little. Like new. $19,500. www.zaksbuilding.com to request a quote.

780-675-9148, Athabasca, AB. PEARSON BISON SQUEEZE, like new; HiHog cattle or bison tub, $4000 ea. OBO or HIGHLINE BALE PRO 7000 HD, with feed trade bison calves. 403-747-2500, Alix, AB. chopper, 30 bu. grain tank, large tires, new flails, good condition. Call 306-460-7620, BALE PICKER, TRUCK mount; hopper feed- 306-463-3225, Kindersley, SK. ers; cattle scales. New and used bale scales. 306-445-2111, North Battleford, ZAKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AGRICULTURAL BUILDINGS- Cattle shelter and barn packages. Call SK. Website: www.eliasscales.com 306-225-2288 or www.zaksbuilding.com FREESTANDING PANELS: 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; windbreak to request a quote. panels; 6-bar 24â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; panels; 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; feed troughs; Bale shredder bunks; LIVESTOCK GRAIN TROUGHS, 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; c/w Silage bunks; Feeder panels; HD bale feed- skids, made of conveyor belting and pipe, ers; All metal 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and 24â&#x20AC;&#x2122; calf shelters. Will $750/ea. 306-538-4685, 306-736-7146, Kennedy, SK. custom build. 306-424-2094, Kendal, SK.

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KUNTZ SIMMENTAL FARM, Stoughton Farms, McIntosh Livestock and SAJ Simmentals 16th Annual Bull Sale, Tues., March 17, 1 PM CST, Lloydminster Exhibition Grounds. 75 yearlings, falls and 2 yr old red, black and fullblood Simmental bulls. Wintering and delivery available. For info contact Trevor Kuntz 306-441-1308; Keith Stoughton at: 306-893-7546; Blair McIntosh: 306-441-7755; Stuart Jamieson: 306-397-2708 or T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-220-5006. Watch and bid online at: DLMS.ca PL#116061. View the catalogue online at www.buyagro.com

Q U IC K PA Y -O FF W IT H L A B O U R & FE E D S A V IN G S

SVEN ROLLER MILLS. Built for over 40 years. PTO/elec. drive, 40 to 1000 bu./hr.

Example: 300 bu./hr. unit costs $1/hr. to run. Rolls peas and all grains. We regroove and repair all makes of mills. Call Apollo Machine 306-242-9884, 1-877-255-0187. www.apollomachineandproducts.com

MORAND INDUSTRIES

TWO YEAR OLD and yearling red, black and full blood Simmental bulls. Moderate birthweights, excellent temperaments. All bulls sold Private Treaty. Bill or Virginia Peters, Perdue, SK., 306-237-9506.

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HI-HOG MATERNITY PEN, 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Rockyford Steel calf shelter, Cancrete waterers, bale feeders, self standing panels, gates, H E AV Y D U T Y PA R T S o n s p e c i a l at wireless camera, A.I. tanks, calf puller, calf www.Maximinc.Com/parts or call Maxim Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946. scale. 780-777-7765, Calmar, AB.

BUYING: PIGS/SWINE, raised outside, all sizes. Highest $$$. 1-877-226-1395. www.canadianheritagemeats.com

ASHWORTH FARM AND RANCH 12th Annual Bull Sale, Monday, March 9th, 1 PM at the farm. 8 miles South of Oungre, SK. Hwy. #35, 2-1/2 miles East. Offering 80 Red and Black Simmental bulls. For catalogue or more info call Kelly Ashworth 306-456-2749, 306-861-2013 or Bouchard Livestock 403-946-4999. View catalogue online at: www.bouchardlivestock.com

3,962

$

FROSTFREE NOSEPUMPS: Energy free 2650 HAYBUSTER PROCESSOR, new tires solution to livestock watering. No power and heavy hubs, good condition, $12,000. required to heat or pump. Prevents con- 306-476-2501, Rockglen, SK. tamination. Grants avail. 1-866-843-6744. www.frostfreenosepumps.com

75 BRED COWS. 95% are blk bred blk. Due April 20. Herd health. Quiet, good shape, 69 yrs., $2,550. 306-726-7455, Southey, SK.

ERIXON SIMMENTALS BULL & Female Sale.

March 4th at Saskatoon Livestock Sales, 1:00 PM. Offering 55 red and black bulls, and 14 heifers. View catalogue online at: www.erixonsimmentals.com Contact Dave, 306-270-2893, Clavet, SK.

ANDERSON CATTLE CO BULL SALE March 28, 2015, 1 PM at the farm, Swan River, MB. 50 two year old and yearling Red and Black Angus bulls. For a catalogue: 204-734-2073 or www.andersoncattle.ca

HAMMOND COMMODORE ORGAN, full pedal, double keyboard, comparable to church pipe organ in sound. Call 306-735-7250, Whitewood, SK.

TO GET ORGANICALLY CERTIFIED in AB. call Alberta Organic Producers Assoc.

(AOPA). We offer mentorship, marketing expertise, 2 general meetings, and 25 years experience. Kathy 780-939-5808, www.albertaorganicproducers.org ORGANIC PRODUCERS ASSOCIATION of Manitoba Cooperative (OPAM).

Serving Western Canada for over 25 years as a non-profit, member owned organic Certification Body. Providing guidance to the Canadian Organic Regime (COR) and personalized support through potlucks, field tours, and member meetings. Contact 204-567-3745, email info@opam-mb.com or visit www.opam-mb-com Miniota, MB. WANT THE ORGANIC ADVANTAGE? Contact an organic Agrologist at Pro-Cert for information on organic farming: prospects, transition, barriers, benefits, certification and marketing. Call 306-382-1299, Saskatoon, SK. or info@pro-cert.org

ORGANIC CROPS WANTED: Growers International is buying all wheats and Durum, barley, oats, spelt, peas, mustard and flax. SK./AB. producers call 306-652-4529; Manitoba producers call 204-806-1087.

STEEL VIEW MFG. Self-standing panels, windbreaks, silage/hay bunks, feeder panels, sucker rod fence posts. Custom orders. Call Shane 306-493-2300, Delisle, SK. www.steelviewmfg.com

ORGANIC ALFALFA, RED Clover and Sweet Clover seed for sale. Free delivery. Birch Rose Acres Ltd., 306-863-2900, Star City, SK. ivanaudrey@sasktel.net

H I - H O G S Q U E E Z E , t u b, a l l ey, p e n w/gate, palpation and maternity pen, creep feeder 250 bu., 4 round bale feeders READY TO LAY Pullets, 19 week old white or and 1 bull feeder, calf puller, new Ritchie brown egg layers available in June. Call for waterer, Bale King processor 3100 left disprice. 306-435-3530, Moosomin, SK. charge, numerous panels and gates.

306-545-9460 eves., Regina, SK.

TRADE AND EXPORT Canada buying all grades of conventional and organic grains.

Fast payment and pick up 1-877-339-1959 BEST COOKING PULSES accepting samples of organic and conventional pulses for 2014/2015 crop year. Matt 306-586-7111, Rowatt, SK.

BERG'S HATCHERY UPDATED website and flyer for 2015, ready to lays, turkeys, waterfowl, meat birds, layers, specialty birds.

Russell, MB. 204-773-2562, www.bergshatchery.com

NORTHFORK- INDUSTRY LEADER for over 15 years, is looking for Elk. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you have them, we want them.â&#x20AC;? Make your final call with Northfork for pricing! Guaranteed prompt payment! 514-643-4447, Winnipeg, MB. ATTENTION ELK PRODUCERS in AB. and SK: Call AWAPCO today to market your elk. Not sure if you are eligible to ship? Give us a call. We will help with the paperwork. Non-members welcome! For info 780-980-7589, info@wapitiriver.com SASK. CERVID ALLIANCE Annual General Meeting, Sat., Mar. 21, 2015 at the Hilton Garden Inn, downtown Saskatoon, in the Estevan Room. The Hotel AGM contact: Tammy Beauregard, 306-667-5330.

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Tandem Axle Day Cab Tractor, Cummins ISX engine, Eaton Fuller D/O transmission (18 speed), ABS brakes, 712000 km, 12350 lbs front axle capacity, 40000 lbs rear axle capacity, 3-Way rear lockup, A/C. Prince Albert, SK. Stock #V492760

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Tandem Axle Day Cab Tractor, Detroit Diesel engine (475 HP), Eaton Fuller D/O transmission (13 speed), Air brakes, 940000 km, 12000 lbs front axle capacity, 40000 lbs rear axle capacity, 4-Way rear lockup, A/C, sleeper converted to day cab. Prince Albert, SK. Stock #1452-09A

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74,500

2015 TIMPTE SUPER B GRAIN

Grain, 3 hopper, Air suspension, Tridem axle, Aluminum (polished out) rims, 20 king pin, Tarp: Rollover Black, Hoppers: Ag Hopper w/3rd Hopper Black w.Interior Access steps, Width: 102in, Length: 45ft. Winnipeg, MB Stock #FB149585

Grain, Super B, Air suspension, Tridem axle, Aluminum rims, 24” king pin, Tarp: Shurco Shur-loc Black, Hoppers: Split tub - 24” clearance Black w.Int Access 5 steps, Width: 102in, Length: 29ft.

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$

66,750

$ 2001 LODE KING FLATDECK Deck, Flatdeck, Air suspension, Tandem axle, Steel rims, Wood floor, Width: 102in, Length: 48ft. Regina, SK. Stock #1A034839U

$

10,500

54,500

2013 CANUCK END DUMP Gravel, End Dump, suspension, Tandem axle, Steel rims, Hardox 450 floor, 20 king pin, 2 x 12 planks, Tarp: Mesh Cable Black, Width: 102in, Length: 28ft. Winnipeg, MB. Stock #DC181626U

39,900

$

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ST#49578 10” sp., 65’ drill, liquid fert kit, single shoot airpack, 6450 tank, single fan, 4.5” packers, rear hitch. $

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ST#49122 10” sp., double shoot, 6 run stat double shoot system, 8” auger, 3 meters, powered calibration, fill lights. $

61,600

ST#54340 430 bu., 3 compartments, TB, dbl shoot, hyd fan, caster wheels, 19” fill auger, c/w Intelliview II monitor. $

DRILLS & TANKS

70,000

2002 JD 1820, 40ft 10” sp. 3” steel, DS Dry and NH3, Stock #52901............................. $43,600 2008 JD 1830, 34ft, 10” sp., 4”x22 in steel packers, mud scrapers, Stock #52627 ..................... $41,200 2008 JD 1895, 43ft, double shoot, DS dry, closing wheels, 8” auger, Stock #52916 ..............$140,300 2002 JD 1910, 10” sp., double shoot, seedstar monitor for 4WD, Stock #56218................. $49,500 2004 JD 1910, single shoot, 7.5” sp., mech depth cntrl, Stock #55881 ................................... $41,200 2005 JD 1910, single shoot, 7.5” sp., mech depth cntrl, Stock #50801 ................................... $58,000 2008 JD 1910, 8 run DS, pwr calibration, singles, Stock #50903 ............................................ $72,200 2008 JD 1910, dbl shoot, conveyor, 3 run, Stock #48514 ..................................................... $72,200 2011 JD 1910, 50ft, 12” sp., large seed meter roller, Stock #56269 ..........................................$250,000 2011 JD 1910, dbl shoot, duals, seed star css monitor less display, Stock #56147 ........... $81,200 2013 JD 1910, dbl shoot, 10” sp., Stock #55708 ..........................................$110,900 2014 JD 1910, 6 run dbl shoot, 4 feed rollers, Stock #54584 ...................................................$100,000 2014 JD 1910, 10” sp., duals, hyd drive, 550 bushel, Stock #56140 ..........................................$157,700

BALCARRES, SK 306-334-2492

FOAM LAKE, SK 306-272-3345

$

271,806

2008 BOURGAULT 5710

ST#49722 ‘99 Concord as-3000 air tank, 54’ drill, 12.5”sp., 3.5” steel pkrs, liquid fert kit, Atom Jet dbl shoot side band openers, tank has canola attach. $

ST#52211 800 bu. tank, 10” sp., double shoot, 65’, DS dry.

ST#55614 CT-SX, 50’, 12” double shoot.

214,000

2004 BOURGAULT 5710

2008 SEEDHAWK SH6510

2005 BOURGAULT 5710

214,200

2010 BOURGAULT 6350

ST#49578 ST#53031 Single shoot, 47’, 9.8” sp., 2.5” pneumatic packers, 24” midrow banders.

1998 BOURGAULT 8810

ST#49578 ST#52951 Double shoot, 3 tank metering.

ST#51555 4350 Bourgault. air tank, double shoot, 8” sp., poly packers, 52’, NH3, 3 tank metering.

$

$

$

2002 JD 1820

2008 JD 1830

2008 JD 1895

85,300

53,000

ST#52901 40’, 10” sp., 3” steel, DS Dry and NH3.

ST#52627 34’, 10” sp., 4” steel packers, rock guards, mud scrapers, single shoot air kit.

1996 BOURGAULT 5710

ST#53389 $

195,700

$

41,200

43,600

W/3430 Prec air tank, 12” sp., double shoot, 80’, smart hitch, new tips.

ST#52916 43’, double shoot, 1910 tank/cart, 430 bu., 8” auger.

$

$

2008 SEEDMASTER 8012

64,800

140,300

2001 SEEDHAWK 4812

ST#42520 34’, 10” sp., double shoot, MRBs with liquid kit, 3.5” steel packers, $ paired row openers.

2013 JD 1910 55BU Air Cart, 10” sp., double shoot, Stock #55707 ..........................................$112,000 Bourgault 528-32, 40ft, 10” sp., Bourgault2195 tank, Stock #49577 ............................................ $34,800 2007 Bourgault 3310, 56 ft, 10” sp., dbl shoot, new packer bearings, Stock #52084 ...............$206,600 2010 Bourgault 3310, 65 ft drill, 10” sp., 3 tank metering, rear hitch, Stock #49578..........$214,000 2011 Bourgault 3310-65, Dbl shoot, Atomjet openers, dbl caster wheel pkg, Stock #49560 .......$266,400 2012 Bourgault 3320, 76 ft,single shoot, 12” sp., x20 monitor, 650 duals on tank, Stock #53043 ..........................................$364,200 1996 Bourgault 5710, 34 ft, 10” sp., 3.5” Steel packers, Stock #42520 .............................. $31,800 1997 Bourgault 5710, 40 ft, 10” sp., split dutch openers, no MRB, Stock #52013 ................................. $58,900 2004 Bourgault 5710, 64 ft, 10” sp., 4” rubber, atom jet openers Stock #55912.......................... $56,500 2005 Bourgault 5710, 54 ft, Dbl shoot, 9.8” sp., 24” mid row clusters, Stock #53031 .......... $53,000 2008 Bourgault 5710, Single shoot, 47”, 9.8 sp., 24: midrow clusters, Stock #53030 ........... $61,200 2010 Bourgault 5710, 47 ft, 10” sp., single shoot, 3.5” steel packers, Pattison liquid fert, Stock #55310 ............................................ $82,400

ST#52895 12” sp., 48’ Seedhawk drill, 357 tank, 10 bu on board, canola tank.

31,800

$

104,800

2001 Bourgault 5710 II, 54 ft, 10” sp., MRBs, 3.4 inch steel packers, 9.8 inch spacing, Stock #52934 ............................................ $49,500 2010 Bourgault 6350, single shoot, 3 tank metering, cab rate adjust, dual Fan, Stock #52951 .... $85,300 2012 Bourgault 6700, seed bag lift, rear hitch, 4 tank metering, 650r34 duals, Stock #55925 ....$152,200 1998 Bourgault 8810, 52ft, 8 inch sp., poly packers, dbl shoot dry, Stock #51555 ...................... $64,800 2002 Bourgault 8810, 52 ft, 8 inch spacing 330lb trips, Stock #51600 ................................... $55,900 2006 Seed Hawk 777, 12” sp., DS, 64 feet, New fert knives, Stock #52854 ...............................$198,400 2006 Seed Hawk 3010, 34Ft, 7.5” sp., double shoot, morris tank7180, Stock #55246 ................ $47,200 2001 Seed Hawk 4812, 48 ft, 12” sp., 357 tank, 10 Bu on board canola tank, Stock #52895 $104,800 2008 Seed Hawk SH6510, 10” sp., dbl shoot, 65 ft, 800BU tank, Stock #52211 ......................$214,200 2013 SeedMaster 5012-CT-SXG-555, 50ft, 12” sp., dbl shoot, Stock #55614 ..........................$271,800 2009 SeedMaster 6012-CT-SXG-600, 60ft, 12” sp., dbl shoot, Stock #55615 ..........................$212,000 2008 SeedMaster 8012, 80ft, 12” sp., smart hitch, new tips last year, Stock #53389 .............$114,200 1998 Case IH 3310, 33ft, 10” sp., harrow in front of packers, 11” sweeps, Stock #50512.......... $29,500

PREECEVILLE, SK WYNYARD, SK YORKTON, SK 306-547-2007 306-554-2536 306-783-9459 WWW.MAPLEFARM.COM

MOOSOMIN, SK 306-435-3301

RUSSELL, MB 204-773-2149

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BIGGER IS BETTER - COVER MORE GROUND IN LESS TIME! NEW BOURGAULT 6550 AIR SEEDERS

NEW 2014 MORRIS NOW IN STOCK!

ORDERED THROUGH SPECIAL SPRING PROGRAM.

FIELD PRO 70’ HEAVY HARROWS, 9/16” TINES; FIELD PRO 50’ HEAVY HARROWS, 9/16” TINES; CONTOUR 9550 AIR TBH TANK; 1400 HAYHIKER

CALL US FOR PRICING!

CALL FOR PRICING & SPECIAL FINANCING OPTIONS!

2012 MORRIS 8370 TANK

#PR3327A. VR TBH TANK W/TOPCON EAGLE MONITOR, 3RD TANK 9D DIST., SINGLE 17 FAN, 800 65R32 REAR RUBBER SINGLES, 500 70R24 FRONT, FIELD HITCH

$

72,250

#HR3306A. 1/2 ‘ TINES, 16.5X16.1 MAIN FRAME TIRES

$

26,900

!

D E C U RED

#PB2965B. 48’ WITH 10” SPCG, REAR TOW HITCH PKG, 3/4” CARBIDE KNIVES RAVEN NH3 KIT TO MRBS, 3 TANK METERING, 277 MONITOR

110,000

NEW! NOW ON THE LOT! 2014 BOURGAULT 7550 AIR SEEDERS, 7220 HEAVY HARROWS, 3320 AIR DRILLS & 6000 MID HARROWS

CASH

$

274,000

2011 SEEDMASTER TXB6012 60’ DRILL & BOURGAULT 6350 LEADING TANK

#PB3083B. DBL WALKING CASTERS, DBL SHOOT AIR KIT, 4.5” SEMIPNEUMATIC PACKER WHEELS, 10” DELUXE AUGER, 3 TANK METERING 591 MONITOR, DBL SHOOT, 12” SPACING, 10” DELUXE AUGER & MORE.

#S22393A. 60’ 12” SPCG, LIQUID KIT, 12.5LX15 BACKS, DUAL 12.5LX15 FRONTS, HYD LIFT KIT, S/S BOURGAULT AIR KIT, LEADING 6350, 16287 ACRES, CTM, CRA, SINGLE FAN

167,000

!

D E C U D

RE

$

209,000

D! E C U D E

R

RE

$

CASH

2012 CASE 3430 TANK

#PB3088C. 3 TANK METERING, DOUBLE SHOOT 2 FANS, DUAL TIRES, BAG LIFT, LEADING TANK, LOW PROFILE HOPPER $ ON AUGER.......................................................

80,000

2011 BOURGAULT 6350 TANK

#PB3091A. 91 MONITOR, C.T.M, C.R.A, 21.5-16.1 FRONTS, 800/65R32 REARS, DOUBLE SHOOT, 2 FANS, R.T.H, NH3 LINE $ HOLDER.............................................................

69,000

2009 MORRIS CONTOUR 61’ DRILL & 2012 8370 TBT TANK

179,000

D! E C U D E

2007 SEEDMASTER TXB5012 50’ DRILL

110,000

CASH

#B21999B. 12” SPACING, DS PAIRED ROW MORRIS OPENER, 3 TANKS, DOUBLE SHOOT

R

#PS3155A. 12” SPCG, DUAL SHOOT BG AIR KITS, FULL AGTRON BLOCKAGE MONITORS SEED & FERT., BG REAR HITCH, 50’ TXB SEEDMASTER DRILL, 12.5X15 TIRES, TANDEM MAIN FRAME

$

190,000 !

D E C U D

2009 BOURGAULT 3310 65’ DRILL & 2009 BOURGAULT 6350 TBH TANK

#B22180A. 65’, 10” SPCG, MRBS NH3 WITH DICKEY JOHN LAND MANAGER, 4.8 PNEUMATIC PACKERS, 1” CARBIDE TIPS, APPROX. 6000 ACRES, UNIT ALWAYS SHEDDED, CRA, 3 TANK CTM

$

2008 BOURGAULT 3310 48’ DRILL

#B22520A. HIGH FLOTATION PKG., 4.5” SEMI-PNEUMATIC PACKER WHEELS, 8 PORT-6000 TRAILING, SINGLE SHOOT TRAILING AIR KIT

2011 BOURGAULT 3310 48’ DRILL & 6450 TBT TANK

$

2010 MORRIS FIELD PRO 70’ HEAVY HARROW

$

2014 BOURGAULT 66’ AIR DRILL

CASH

2000 FLEXI-COIL 5000

#PB2983B. 45’, 9” SPACING, 3 1/2” STEEL PACKERS, PATTISON LIQUID, S/S AIR, 6 RUN MANIFOLD, FLEXI AIR KIT, 3/4” TIP CARBIDE

$

CASH

2010 BOURGAULT 3310 66’ DRILL & 2004 BOURGAULT 6550 TANK

#B22480A. 6550, 2004, ZYNX, 4 TANK METERING, DUALS, RTH, 2 HIGH SPEED FANS, 66’, 12” SPCG, MID ROW SHANK, SEMI-PNEUMATIC PACKERS DOUBLE $ SHOOT DRY .................................

CASH

224,000

2010 BOURGAULT 6550 TANK

#PB3266A. TRAILING 591 W/CRA 4 TANK METERING, DBL SHOOT C/W2 FANS, BAG LIFT, DELUXE AUGER, 900 REAR $ REDUCED ........................................

CASH

102,000

18,000

CASH

2008 BOURGAULT 6550 TANK

#B22528A. 3 TANK METERING, BAG LIFT, 591 MONITOR W/AUXILIARY, CLUTCHES, 900 REAR SINGLE TIRES, DOUBLE SHOOT/ $ DUAL FANS ......................................................

2005 NEW HOLLAND SD440 40’ AIR DRILL

84,500

#W22414A. 40’ 9” SPCG, 3/4’ DUTCH OPENER WITH SIDE BAND $ LIQUID, 550 TRIPS, ........................................

41,200

BLOWOUT PRICES ON SUZUKI PARTS! LIMITED QUANTITIES. CALL TODAY!

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David H .............. 306-921-7896 Jim ..................... 306-864-8003 Kelly ................... 306-961-4742 David J. .............. 306-864-7603 PRECISION FARMING & DRONE DEPT. Brad ................... 306-864-7517

Perry .................. 306-231-3772 Shane ................. 306-231-5501

Brent .................. 306-232-7810 Aaron ................. 306-960-7429 Tyler ................... 306-749-7115 PRECISION FARMING & DRONE DEPT. Chris .................. 306-960-6519

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NEW/DEMO SALE ON ALL REMAINING 2014 SUBARUS W NE NLY O 1

2014 FORESTER XT TURBO LIMITED MARINE BLUE TURBO, LTD, NAV, LTHR, SR, FULLY LOADED.

NOW WAS $ $40,800

38,800

EJ2XTL JUST ADD TAX

NO HAGGLE SAVINGS OF $2,000 W NE NLY O 1

2014 LEGACY LIMITED WITH EYESIGHT, SEDAN, 4 CYL CARBIDE GRAY MET.

O M Y DE NL O 1

2014 FORESTER XT TURBO LIMITED WITH EYESIGHT RED TURBO, LTD, NAV, LTHR, SR, FULLY LOADED

NOW WAS $ $42,005

40,005

EJ2XTE JUST ADD TAX

NO HAGGLE SAVINGS OF $2,000 W NE NLY O 1

2014 LEGACY LIMITED, 4 CYL, SEDAN SATIN WHITE

W 2014 IMPREZA LIMITED, NE NLY O SEDAN QUARTZ BLUE PEARL 1

W 2014 IMPREZA LIMITED, NE NLY O HATCH DEEP SEA BLUE PEARL 1

EY/ 3 GR ACK NEW E/1 BL U 1 BL

NOW WAS $ $31,564

NOW WAS $ $32,464

NOW WAS $ $29,464

LTD VERSION , NAV, LTHR, SR, FULLY LOADED

29,064

EF2LP JUST ADD TAX

NO HAGGLE SAVINGS OF $2,500

W 2014 OUTBACK NE NLY O 3.6 LIMITED WITH EYESIGHT 1

EY/ 2014 OUTBACK 1 GR VER EN W N/1 SIL 3.6 LIMITED WITH EYESIGHT E E 1 GR

CARBIDE GRAY MET.

33,919

LTD VERSION , NAV, LTHR, SR, FULLY LOADED NOW EA2LN WAS $ JUST $35,919 ADD TAX

32,419

LIMITED VERSION WITH EYESIGHT, NAV, LTHR, SR, FULLY LOADED, V6 ENGINE NOW ED2LE6 WAS $ JUST $43,419 ADD TAX

NO HAGGLE SAVINGS OF $3,500

NO HAGGLE SAVINGS OF $3,500

NO HAGGLE SAVINGS OF $4,000

2014 XV CROSSTREK LIMITED DARK GREY

AKI/ Y W KH ONL 2 NE HITE TWO OW 1 DEM

2014 XV CROSSTREK LIMITED

29,964

EG2LP JUST ADD TAX

NO HAGGLE SAVINGS OF $2,500

LIMITED VERSION WITH EYESIGHT, NAV, LOADED NOW LTHR, SR, FULLY EA2LE WAS $ JUST $37,419 ADD TAX

DEMO REY/1 N3 EW G THREE ONLY GREY

LTD VERSION , NAV, LTHR, SR, FULLY LOADED

39,419

W NE NLY O 1

2014 XV CROSSTREK SPORT ICE SILVER METALLIC

LTD VERSION, NAV, LTHR, SR, FULLY LOADED V6 ENGINE

NOW WAS $ $41,200

37,200

ED2LN6 JUST ADD TAX

NO HAGGLE SAVINGS OF $4,000 ONE EW/ NLY NO E N TWO O O DEM

2014 XV CROSSTREK SPORT DESERT KHAKI

2014 IMPREZA SPORT, HATCH SPORT VERSION, HATCHBACK, HEATED SEATS,SUN ROOF

26,964

EG2SP JUST ADD TAX

W NE NLY O 1

NOW WAS $ $29,464

24,464

NO HAGGLE SAVINGS OF $2,500 W NE NLY O 2

2013 OUTBACK DETAIL WHITE

2013 IMPREZA SPORT, CHERRY RED

DG2SP JUST ADD TAX

NO HAGGLE SAVINGS OF $5,000 W NE NLY O 1

2014 XV CROSSTREK HYBRID SATIN WHITE

LTD VERSION, NAV, LTHR, SR, FULLY LOADED V6 ENGINE NOW DD2AE6 WAS $ JUST $43,419 ADD TAX

36,419

HYBRID VERSION, LOADED-ONLY ONE LEFT NOW EX2HV WAS $ JUST $33,861 ADD TAX

NO HAGGLE SAVINGS OF $7,000

NO HAGGLE SAVINGS OF $2,500

W NE NLY O 1

2014 XV CROSSTREK SPORT SATIN WHITE

31,361

O M Y DE NL O 1

2014 XV CROSSTREK DETAIL TANGERINE

LTD VERSION , NAV, LTHR, SR, FULLY LOADED NOW EX2LP WAS $ JUST $33,719 ADD TAX

31,219

LTD VERSION , NAV, LTHR, SR, FULLY LOADED NOW EX2LP WAS $ JUST $33,719 ADD TAX

31,219

SPORT VERSION, HATCHBACK, HEATED SEATS,SUN ROOF NOW EX2SP WAS $ JUST $31,219 ADD TAX

28,719

SPORT VERSION, HATCHBACK, HEATED SEATS,SUN ROOF NOW EX2SP WAS $ JUST $31,219 ADD TAX

28,719

SPORT VERSION, HATCHBACK, HEATED SEATS,SUN ROOF NOW EX2SP WAS $ JUST $31,219 ADD TAX

28,719

SPORT VERSION, HATCHBACK, HEATED SEATS,SUN ROOF NOW EX2SP WAS JUST $31,219 ADD TAX

NO HAGGLE SAVINGS OF $2,500

NO HAGGLE SAVINGS OF $2,500

NO HAGGLE SAVINGS OF $2,500

NO HAGGLE SAVINGS OF $2,500

NO HAGGLE SAVINGS OF $2,500

NO HAGGLE SAVINGS OF CHECK

CHECK

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SUBARU OF SASKATOON 471 CIRCLE PLACE • 665-6898 OR 1-877-373-2662 MORE VEHICLES AT WWW.SUBARUOFSASKATOON.COM

*MSRP does not include Freight, PDI,Taxes & Fees *See dealer for details

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SPRING 2015 BOOKING SPECIALS

BUILDING

FEATURING 80x160x18’ Post Building

Booking Deadline March 31, 2015 **Delivery, Mileage and Taxes Extra ***Other Wall Heights Available

$

139,900

SIZE (W X L)

MATERIAL & LABOR

32x40 32x64 40x48 40x64 48x64 48x96 60x80 60x104

$17,500.00 $24,490.00 $23,050.00 $26,590.00 $30,700.00 $42,500.00 $49,539.00 $61,690.00

STICK FRAME BUILDINGS 16’ Wall Height

Post Farm Buildings 16’ Wall Height

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PRE-ENGINEERED LAMINATED POSTS

Post Building Estimate Includes:* 4 ply 2x6 Laminated Posts 8’ On Center on Buildings Up To 48’ Wide 4 ply 2x6 Laminated Posts 4’ On Center on 60’ Wide Building Engineered Farm Truss 4’ On Center 29 Gauge Tuff Rib Galvanized Roof Metal & Ridge Cap 29 Gauge Tuff Rib Color Wall Metal & Flashings 2x6 Spruce #2 & Better Wall Strap 2’ On Center 2x6 PWF Bottom Row Strap 2x4 Spruce #2 & Better Roof Strap 2’ On Center 36” Metal Clad Walk Door With Lockset

SIZE (W X L) 32x40 32x64 40x48 40x64 48x64 48x96 60x80 60x104

MATERIAL & LABOR $16,490.00 $22,739.00 $21,850.00 $25,140.00 $29,100.00 $40,580.00 $43,489.00 $54,149.00

Stick Frame Estimate Includes:* 2x6 PWF Bottom Plate 2x6 Spruce #2 & Better Studs 24” On Center Engineered Farm Truss 4’ On Center 29 Gauge Tuff Rib Galvanized Roof Metal & Ridge Cap 29 Gauge Tuff Rib Color Wall Metal & Flashings 1x4 Spruce Wall Strap 2’ On Center 2x4 Spruce #2 & Better Roof Strap 2’ On Center 36” Metal Clad Walk Door With Lockset

Building Estimate Does Not Include: Concrete Foundation & Floor (Please Call for Pricing) Overhead and/or Bi-fold Doors (Please Call for Pricing) Site Preparation Crushed Rock for Posts Delivery, Mileage, Taxes Extra Slider Doors with the Overhead and/or Bi-fold Doors

Hague, SK | Phone: (306) 225-2288 | Fax: (306) 225-4438

www.zaksbuilding.com

CASH & CARRY

Today’s Quality Built For Tomorrow VW1C

Original 3/8” JD Acraplant Great Plains - Morris 310

VW2CC

Has two front carbides.

Shown on JD opener.

VW2CC

This drill point - The VW2CC also fits this opener.

VW4C

Bourgault Spoons

WV7CC - 2 carbides

WV7CC - 2 carbides

Fits IH Eagle Beak opener IH 7200 - IH 8500

VW5FC - 3¼” + VW6FC 2¼” for 200 Series.

VW8FC - 3¼” + VW9FC 2¼” for 400 Series.

Shown on Bourgault opener Also fits Flexi Stealth opener

Shown on VW14FB. Also shown on VW14FB is VW21DSF

VW3C

Fits Versatile - Cereal.

VW10FC - 4¼” full carbide

VW10FC full carbide

VW11FC - 3¼” full carbide

VW11FC - 3¼” drill point

VW12FC - 2¼” full carbide

VW12FC drill point

VW13CC chrome - carbide

Front and sides - single shoot - up to 3½” spread - shown on VW14FB opener.

Also fits Bourgault and Flexi Stealth.

Show on Bourgault opener.

Shown on Bourgault opener. Also fits VW14FB opener and Flexi Stealth opener. Very popular single shoot drill point - up to 2½” spread.

Shown on VW14FB opener.

Also fits Flexi Stealth and Bourgault openers.

Up to 1.5” spread. Shown on Bourgault opener. Also fits on VW14FB and Flexi Stealth.

Shown on VW14FB. Also fits Bourgault and Flexi Stealth - single shoot drill point.

Weld on drill point - use to replace almost all weld-on drill points. Cut worn out off and weld new one on for big savings. Shown on Bourgault weld-on point opener.

VW18 HDS

VWHC1

VWHC2

VW46 J.D.S.T.

VWJ.D. 1870 fertilizer knife

VW27

VW32 P.R.D.S

Harmon double shoot seed boot.

Carbides protect seed opening.

Small Harmon point large carbide.

Large Harmon point - slides over adapter - bolt head and nut are recessed. Large carbide - long wear.

Carbide tipped - two carbides for J.D. strip till.

Large carbide - long wear

1/8 shim - for all C shanks.

Tip opener up or down.

Paired row - double shoot for C shank. Fertilizer delivered between seed rows.

VW13CC

Morris Double Shoot

JD 1890 seed boot

VWJD1870PR

VWJD1870F

Use the VW13CC to replace worn point on this bolt-on opener.

Opener shown with VWM1C - main front drill point with two carbides. VWM3C and 4M4C - side plates with carbide imbedded and full carbide M2C deflector.

With three carbides along wear edge to prevent wear. Will likely outlast your drill!!

JD 1870 paired row drill point with full carbide.

JD 1870 Fertilizer Knife with replaceable carbide point.

VW16 B 2C

VW17FS

VW22G1B

VWJD1870SC

VWSMF

Fits Bourgault KNH599 and KNH600 knives. Two large front carbides.

Flexi scraper - carbide tip.

Many times life of original.

Dunmore, Alberta, (Medicine Hat), AB

Equip your drill with VW. Call today!

Visit us at: www.vwmfg.com

403-528-3350 JD spear point and Danish tine, three carbides - many times life of original.

JD 1870 Wheel Scraper with carbide for extended wear.

Also available for JD 1830.

In U.S.A. call Loren Hawks at Chester, Montana SeedMaster Fertilizer Knife with replaceable Carbide Tip.

406-460-3810

Call now for custom carbide and repairs

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CLEARANCE SALE

2014 DODGE RAM 1500 QUAD CAB SPORT 4X4

2014 DODGE RAM EXPRESS QUAD CAB 4X4

Stock #P8803

2014 DODGE RAM 2500 HD SLT QUAD CAB 4X4

Stock #P7107

Stock #P9041

RAM BLACK EDITION

8 Speed Transmission Leather Loaded

$

MSRP

57,090

DODGE-A-THON PRICE $

Save $14,095

MSRP

$

45,160

DODGE-A-THON PRICE $

42,995*

Save $12,213

$

MSRP

56,060

DODGE-A-THON PRICE $

32,947*

46,989*

Incl. Freight & Truck Loyalty $243 Bi-Weekly**

Incl. Freight & Truck Loyalty $188 Bi-Weekly**

Incl. Freight & Truck Loyalty $268 Bi-Weekly**

2014 DODGE RAM 3500 CREW CAB 4X4

2014 JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT

2014 DODGE DART

Stock #P9332

Stock #P4062

$

MSRP

59,260

DODGE-A-THON PRICE $

10 to Choose From

Stock #P1607 Lease Me $33 Weekly***

9 Speed Automatic Transmission NEW DESIGN

We Dare You to Compare

Save $14,095

DODGE-A-THON PRICE $

DODGE-A-THON PRICE Starting $ At

Incl. Freight & Truck Loyalty $284 Bi-Weekly**

Incl. Freight $137 Bi-Weekly**

Incl. Freight $49 Bi-Weekly**

2015 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN CVT

2015 DODGE JOURNEY R/T

2014 JEEP CHEROKEE SUMMIT 4X4

49,705*

24,690*

Stock #R6526

$

Up to 59 MPG

16,998*

Stock #R6110

Stock #P6088

Rear Stow-N-Go

Top of the Line with DVD

MSRP

29,965

DODGE-A-THON PRICE $

Save $8,121

$

MSRP

36,215

DODGE-A-THON PRICE $

DODGE-A-THON PRICE $

Incl. Freight $187 Bi-Weekly**

Incl. Freight$363 Bi-Weekly**

2014 DODGE JOURNEY SXT ULTIMATE FAMILY VALUE

2015 JEEP WRANGLER SPORT

21,884*

Incl. Freight $124

32,995*

Bi-Weekly**

2015 CHRYSLER 200 LIMITED Stock #R1420

Stock #P6352

MSRP

24,290

DODGE-A-THON PRICE $

Save $3,300

$

Stock #R5008

20,990*

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Wayne Fast Sales Manager

Dave Dash Sales Manager

8 Speed Transmission Leather Loaded

MSRP

34,535

DODGE-A-THON PRICE $

Save $6,323

$

MSRP

24,890

DODGE-A-THON PRICE $

28,212*

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+ Lease Payment Based over 60 months. Bi-weekly payments are plus taxes and fees. All discounts & rebates applied. *All prices & payments are plus taxes & fees. Selling price reflects all discounts rebates. Bonus Cash or n/c options used in all prices advertised. ***See Dodge City for details. Plus applicable taxes & fees due at signing. Vehicles not exactly as illustrated. Some exceptions should apply. **Payments bi-weekly with $0 Down plus taxes and fees. 3.99% Full Term Financing up to 96 months. +++ Payments weekly with 0 down plus taxes and fees 96 month financing. All prices include Freight & PDI. See Dealer for Details. Some conditions apply. ++See Dealer for Details.

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You spend more time in your sprayer than any other piece of machinery on the farm. That’s why Guardian™ front boom sprayers are the SMART choice. They offer an intelligent design to make operators more comfortable and efficient, even after long hours on the job. So why not give your body a break…and never look back.

• No shifting your body or stretching your head required. The ability to see all your nozzles means you will ‘Never look back’ with the Guardian front boom sprayer.

• 50/50 weight distribution and centre tank design provide equal load on all four tires with unmatched power transfer.

• Largest sprayer in the world — 400 hp, combined with a 1600 US/gal tank and a 120’ boom.

• 6-foot crop clearance for season-long versatility.

• Unmatched New Cab Design — Quiet, spacious and comfortable.

• Smoothest Ride in the Industry — the innovative suspension system 20” of total travel.

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AFFORDABLE LEASE PAYMENTS! ACT NOW ON THESE TIER 3 ENGINE SPRAYERS — THEY WILL NOT LAST! 2013 NEW HOLLAND GUARDIAN SP.240F XP

2014 NEW HOLLAND GUARDIAN SP.240R

includes PDI, freight and 5 year/ 2500 hour Purchase Protection Plan (first payment down, no trade) MSRP $394,000

100’ rear boom, 2WD, 1000 gal poly tank, 240HP Cummins, complete with set of 380/90R46 tires and pair of 520/85R38 rear float tires, Raven Envizio Pro XL controller with AutoRate Phoenix 300 & mapping, 5 section AccuBoom control, UltraGlide boom height, SmarTrax AutoSteer. includes PDI, freight and 5 year/ 2500 hour Purchase Protection Plan (first payment down, no trade) MSRP $274,500

100’ front boom, 1000 gal SS tank, 275 HP Cummins, 4WD, complete with set of 380/90R46 tires & 650/75R38 float tires, Raven Envizio Pro XL controller with AutoRate, Phoenix 300 & mapping, 10 section auto control, UltraGlide boom height, SmarTrax autosteer.

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120’ front boom, 1200 gal tank, 4WD, 10 section control, Raven Envizio Pro XL controller with AutoRate, mapping, steering & UltraGlide boom height control, complete with set of 380/90R46 tires and a full set of 520 float tires. includes PDI, freight and 5 year/ 2500 hour Purchase Protection Plan (first payment down, no trade) MSRP $403,000

120’ front boom, 1600 gal SS tank, 4WD, 10 section control, Raven Envizio Pro XL controller with AutoRate mapping, steering & UltraGlide boom height control, complete with a set of 380/90R46 tires and a set of 650 float tires. includes PDI, freight and 5 year/ 2500 hour Purchase Protection Plan (first payment down, no trade) MSRP $485,000

S/A payment

$

N21752A. 700 HRS, 10 SECTION CONTROL KIT, 120’ BOOM, 1600 GAL. TANK, RAVEN ACCUBOOM CONTROLLER, AUXILIARY LIGHTING, BOOM TILT ACCUMULATOR, FENCE LINE SPRAY KIT, FENDERS POLY, PRESSURE WASHER, RAVEN ULTRAGLIDE BOOM HEIGHT, RAVEN SMARTRAX AUTOSTEERING

N22365A. 591 HRS., 10 SEC. CONTROL KIT, 120’ BOOM, 1600 GAL STAINLESS TANK, ACCUBOOM CONT., AUX. LIGHTING, BOOM TILT ACCUMULATOR, ENVIZIO PRO SMART TRAX AUTOSTEER, FENCE LINE SPRAY KIT, FENDERS POLY, PRESSURE WASHER, ULTRAGLIDE BOOM LEVELLER, 650/75R38 169 A8 FLOAT TIRES.

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269,000

$

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346,000

2008 MILLER A-40 N21753B. 1986 HRS., 100’ BOOM WITH 1000 GAL. TANK, FRONT FILL PRODUCT SIDE FILL RINSE, TOOL BOX, FOAM MARKER, 5 SPD AUTO., 240HP CUMMINS, 380/90R46 SKINNT TIRES, 620/70R42 REAR FLOATS, E-Z GUIDE 500 W/E-Z STEER/E-Z BOOM, RAVEN 460 AUTORATE CONTROLLER. CASH

$

+ GST

2014 NEW HOLLAND GUARDIAN SP.333F

2012 NEW HOLLAND SP.365F

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16,908 02

2014 NEW HOLLAND GUARDIAN SP.240F XP

2012 NEW HOLLAND SP.365F

2010 MILLER G-40 PN3063A. 988 HRS, 100’ BOOM 5 SEC 3 WAY NOZZLE BODIES, 1000 GAL S/S PRODUCT TANK, DUALS 380, CROP DIVIDERS X 2, ULTRAGLIDE, BOOM DRAIN VALVES, BOOM BLOW OUT, FOAM MARKER, HYD TRACK ADJUST., ENVIZIO PRO RATE CONTROL, ACCUBOOM, SMART TRAX.

S/A payment

139,000

24,665 91

+ GST 2010 MILLER G-40

N22046A. 736 HRS., 240 HP CUMMINS, 100’ TRUSS BOOM, 3 WAY N-B’S, ANGLE DRIVE, FENDER KIT, 1000 GAL. POLY, FOAM MARKER, RAVEN RADAR, FENCE ROW NOZZLES, 380/90R46 SKINNY RUBBER X 4, RAVEN 5000 AUTO RATE CONT., TRIMBLE FM 500 MAPPING, SECTIONAL CONTROL, E-Z STEER

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168,000

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2010 APACHE 1010 N22561A. 1251 HRS, 100’, 1000 GAL. POLY, 5 WAY BODIES, 5 BOOM SECTIONAL CONTROL - RAVEN, ULTRAGLIDE BOOM HEIGHT 3 SENSOR SYSTEM, CHEM INDUCTOR, ENVISIO PRO AUTO STEER, 380/80R38 FRONT, 520/85R42 BACK TIRES, ADDS 380 FOR DUAL 65% TREAD WEAR. CASH

$

144,000

K

2006 NEW HOLLAND SF115

2006 APACHE 1010

2005 ROGATOR 1274C

N22363C. 90’ SUSP BOOM WITH BREAK AWAY TIPS, 1250 IMP GALLON POLY TANK, DUAL NOZZLE BODIES - NO TIPS, HYD DRIVE PUMP, 380/90R46 SINGLES, MIX AND FILL KIT, AUTO RATE, 20” SPACING, FOAM MARKER KIT

PN3068A. 1718 HRS, 100 FT, 1000 GAL., RAVEN AUTO-RATE, OUTBACK MAPPING, AUTO, SECTIONAL CONTROL, RAVEN SCS 4400, EXTRA 520 REAR FLOATS, SET 380 SKINNIES

PN3072B. 3286 HRS., FOAM MARKER, 120’ BOOM 7 SECTIONS ON 10” SPC, DOUBLE NOZZLE BODIES W/TIPS, CHEM INDUCTOR, 3” SIDE FILL, 380/90R46 TIRES, 24.5-32 FLOAT TIRES, RAVEN SMART TRAX, RAVEN ACCUBOOM, RAVEN AUTOBOOM, RAVEN VIPER PRO MONITOR

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33,500

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Perry ..................... 306-231-3772 Shane .................... 306-231-5501

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Hwy. #2 S., Prince Albert 306-922-2525 Brent ..................... 306-232-7810 Aaron .................... 306-960-7429 Tyler ...................... 306-749-7115 SPRAYER & GPS/DRONE DEPT. Chris ..................... 306-960-6519

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161,000

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2009 CHEVROLET IMPALA LS 4 Door Sedan, OnStar, Satellite Radio, Power Mirrors, Remote Keyless Entry, Rear Window Defrost, CD Player, Power Seats, Driver, Engine: 3.5L V-6 cyl Transmission: 4 speed automatic, Front-wheel Drive

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2011 BMW 328

Leather, Command Start, 3rd Row Seating, AWD, 4 Door, Engine: 3.6L V-6 cyl , 6 Speed Automatic, OnStar, Power Memory Heated Seats, Satellite Radio, AUX Switches, Power Rear Stk #V305352 59,944 kms

$

32,900

SUV, 4x4, OnStar, Sunroof, Power Memory Heated & Cooled Leather Seats, Satellite Base Sunroof Back Up Camera

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Stk #V283543 126,285 kms

9,900

$

2003 GMC SIERRA 2500HD SLT 4 Door, Diesel Truck, Engine 6.6L V-8 cyl, Trans Automatic OnStar, Power Memory Heated Leather Seats, Dual Climate Control

Stk #V137630 119,932 kms

22,900

2006 BUICK ALLURE 4 Door Sedan, CXS Engine: 3.6L V-6 cyl Transm 4 speed automatic ,Front Wheel Drive,Power Heated Leather Seats,OnStar, Sunroof, Leather Back Up Sensors

2007 CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT

xDrive (M6) Roof AWD Sedan, 4 Door Engine: 3.0L I-6 cyl Transmission: 6 Speed Automatic All-wheel Drive, USB Ports, Power Mirrors, Power Memory Heated Leather Seats Stk #V818617 87,531 kms

2012 Buick Enclave CXL

8,900

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19,900

$

Stk #V220965 271,816 kms

$

10,900

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2007 PETERBILT 379

475 HP Maxxforce, 18 sp, 14,600 front 46,000 rear, 4x4 diff. locks, 3:73 gears, 22.5” alloy wheels, 212” WB, warranty till Sept. 2016, 544,346 km.

$

45,000

2007 WESTERN STAR 4900SA

515 HP Detroit, 18 sp, 12000 front super 40 rear, 4x4 diff. locks, 209” WB, 48” bunk, 979,831 km.

$

40,000

470 Cat C13, 13 sp, 12/40, 3:36 gears, 244” WB, 70” bunk, 22.5” alloy wheels, 1,548,131 km.

$

45,000

2011 KENWORTH T800

500 HP ISX Cummins, 18 sp, 14,600 front, 52,000 rear, 4x4 diff. locks, 22.5” alloy wheels, 4:30 gears, 190” WB, 840,137 km.

$

69,000

2007 PETERBILT 386

430 HP Cat C13, 13 sp, 12/40, 22.5” alloy wheels, 3:55 gears, 70” bunk, 236” WB. 1,284,208 km.

$

39,000

2010 PETERBILT 386

485 HP Cummins ISX, 13 sp, 14.6 front super 40 rear, 4:10 gears, 244” WB, 22.5” alloy wheels, 63” bunk, 740,867 km.

$

55,000

2013 IN PROSTAR

2007 PETERBILT 386

430 HP Cat C13, 13 sp, 12/40, 22.5” alloy wheels, 3:55 gears, 70” bunk, 236” WB. 1,300,635 km.

$

39,000

2007 FREIGHTLINER SD

515 HP Detriot 14L, 18 sp, 16,000 front, 46,000 rear, 4x4 diff. locks, 191” WB, 4:30 gears.

$

39,000

2009 PETERBILT 388

500 HP Maxxforce 15, 18 sp, 12 front 46 rear, 4x4 diff. locks, 358 gears, 228” WB, 22.5” alloy wheels, 56” bunk, warranty till OCT. 2017, 137761 km.

$

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65,000

475 HP Cummins ISX, 18 sp, 12/40, 22.5” alloy wheels, 3-way diff. locks, 3:55 gears, 244” WB, 63” midrise bunk, 1,145,366 km.

$

45,000

2005 IH 9400I

435 HP Cummins ISX, 13 sp, 12/40, 22.5” alloy wheels, 212” WB, mid-rise bunk, 3x4 diff. locks, 3:90 gears, 1,077,837 km.

$

20,000

2010 PETERBILT 386

485 HP Cummins ISX, 13 sp, 14.6 front super 40 rear, 391 gears, 232” WB, 22.5” alloy wheels, 63” bunk, 828602 km.

$

55,000

2007 WESTERN STAR 4900FA

450 HP Mercedes MBE4000, 10 sp Eaton Autoshift, 12/40, 22.5”alloy wheels, New 20’ Cancade grain box, remote shute and hoist, 1,287,500 km.

$

65,000

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PERFECT STARTER HOME: 2000 SRI modular home, 1216 sq. ft., 3 bdrms, 2 baths, cathedral ceiling. Buffet and hutch in dining room, walk-in panty. Jetted tub walk-in closet in master ensuite. New SATELLITE EXPRESS, XPLORNET Internet, and 6 appliances. Fresh paint 2014.

Bell and Shaw Satellite TV. Servicing SW flooring, Smart tile in 2014. To be moved in spring Sask. 306-750-2355. of 2015 from our farm near Spiritwood, SK. Asking $76,500. Call 306-883-8380.

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RENOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;D MOBILE HOMES starting at $19,900. For more info call Susan at ZAKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS- featur- 306-249-2222, Saskatoon, SK. ST. BERNARD PUPS, both parents reg., ing 60x104x16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; stick frame for $54,149. ready mid March, first shots. Will deliver 306-225-2288, or www.zaksbuilding.com 1976 14x64, 900 sq. ft., recent updates: all new roof, rafters, tin and insulation, some Edmonton, AB. area. $750. Whitehorse, to request a quote today.

WANTED: BUYING ORGANIC GRAINS. to new flooring and sub flooring, new high RESTAURANT/MOTEL BUSINESS OPPORTU- efficient gas furnace, outside AC, new reFOB farm or delivered, Loreburn, SK. Call YT, 867-335-5192, hurlburtei@gmail.com F.W. Cobs Company, 1-888-531-4888.

KENNEL REDUCTION: Pugs, Chihuahuas, NITY and development land, 15.85 acres. verse osmosis water system. Located in Dachshunds, Boxers, Dalmatians, Beagles, Established restaurant, lounge, banquet White Fox, SK., mins. from some of the Great Danes, from $200 to $800. Call and conference room, 29 unit motel. best fishing. $30,000. 306-276-5741 eves.

306-468-4545, Debden, SK. or email: Turnkey family business operating as KMotel. Great location w/highway frontage. 1982 SHELTER 14'X76', 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, bar649@hotmail.ca Potential to subdivide for additional new all new windows, siding and shingles, most development. Contact Len Rempel at: of interior redone. For sale by owner, 306-741-6358, or lenrempel@sasktel.net $32,900 OBO. 306-232-7783, Rosthern, SK. GREAT PYRENEES PUPS, 3 females, 1 Royal LePage Southland, 2065 N Service Wrhomestead@sasktel.net male, 8 weeks old, ready to go, $100 each. Road West, Swift Current, SK. www.royallepageswiftcurrent.ca Call 204-842-3694, Birtle, MB. LARGE GUARD DOGS, Great Pyrenees pups, born with sheep, ready to go, $250.

306-237-9223, Perdue, SK. BEAUTIFUL 2 BDRM CONDO, 975 sq. ft., 10 PUPS BORN Oct. 11, farm raised. Also 1 open concept kitchen/living room, built yr. old male, very quiet. 403-526-9177, 2006, 1 bath and ensuite, fireplace, AC, patio, elevator, UG parking, Oliver, BC., 403-502-9470, Medicine Hat, AB. $175,000. 250-498-2315, 250-997-8272.

60 YR. OLD SK. man, hard working farmer and working man w/steady job and benefits, desires to meet nice lady 50 and up.

Attractive, slim to medium. Marriage minded, lifetime commitment. Loyal, trustworthy, faithful, honest. Vibrant, intimate and industrious. Good natured, fun loving, resourceful and intelligent. Independent, likes pets, owns vehicle. Willing to relocate to country living. Photo please.

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A MANITOBAN YOUNG at heart 73 year old male would like to meet a lady in her late 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s with a good sense of humour. Reply to: Box 5005, c/o The Western Producer, Box 2500, Saskatoon, SK. S7K 2C4.

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CEDAR LOG HOMES AND CABINS, sidings, paneling, decking. Fir and Hemlock flooring, timbers, special orders. Rouck WATKINSON COWDOG PUPS, bonified Bros., Lumby, BC. www.rouckbros.com proven working bloodlines. Watkinson 1-800-960-3388.

Cowdogs, 306-692-2573, Moose Jaw, SK. 4 TRI-COLORED BORDER Collie pups, born Nov. 19, had first vacine, vet check, micro- 1290 SQ. FT. bungalow to be moved, 2 chip, will be registered with CBCA, good bdrms w/den, tin roof, fresh air fireplace, blood lines. 306-759-2262, Eyebrow, SK. newer cupboards, main floor laundry.

BORDER COLLIE PUPS, out of working $15,000 OBO. 306-726-4637, Southey, SK. parents, guaranteed instincts. First shots, RTMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s AND SITE Built Homes. Search and dewormed. Three females, two males. www.warmanhomes.ca for pictures and 306-843-7606, Wilkie, SK. pricing or call 1-866-933-9595.

TRUE BLUE HEELERS has pups available EATONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PREFAB HOME, new windows, off good working parents to be your work- bathroom and 1 bedroom redone. To be ing partner. They have good drive and moved ASAP. Reasonable price. For more good minds. Ready to go after Feb. 18th info call 306-861-2282, Fillmore, SK. with 1st shots and dewormed. References and delivery available. $300/ea. Clavet, OWN A ZAKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S custom built home in this SK. 306-492-2447 or 306-290-3339. brand new subdivision in Neuanlage, SK, minutes from Saskatoon. Go to www.zaksbuilding.com or 306-225-2288.

PTO WATER PUMP, Bau-Man, sizes from 6" to 16" with capacities of 1250 GPM to 10,000 GPM. Lay flat water hose and accessories also available. Call TJ Markusson Agro, 306-272-7225, 306-272-4545, Foam Lake, SK. tymarkusson@sasktel.net www.highcapacitywaterpump.com

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B e s t p r i c e s ! 1 5 2 0 s q f t Te m o r a , $104,900; 1200 sq ft Oasis/Villa, $84,900; 960 sq ft Tuscan, $69,900. Call Stan NerKen 306-496-7538 for all your affordable h o m e s a l e s . Pe r s o n a l i z e d s e r v i c e . www.affordablehomesales.ca 1/4 SECTION IN NW Alberta: 131 acres MEDALLION HOMES 1-800-249-3969 cultivated, 2 year old 3 wire fence, large Immediate delivery: New 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; dugout, creek across top corner. Located modular homes; Also used 14â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; in Clear Hills County, 1 mile from base of homes. Now available: Lake homes. Clear Hills. Ample game and geese. Renter Medallion Homes, 306-764-2121, Prince available. Call 780-835-0452.

Albert, SK. WEST OF RED DEER, AB., approx. 137 CANADIAN DOLLAR LOW equals great sav- acres, acreage out of NE corner of quarter, ings! Are you in the market for a new no buildings. Approx. 4.5 miles west of modular home? 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x76â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 3 bedroom, 2 bath QE2 Hwy., between Hwys. 11 and 11A, on SRI modular home for an unbeatable deal RR 285. Asking $700,000. 403-357-9831. o n A B a n d S K d e l i ve r i e s . We b s i t e : www.westerncanadianmodular.com or call SECTION NORTH OF Westlock: 3 quarters good pasture (468.75 acres). Fenced, dugDelee at 1-855-358-0808. out and spring. Plus farmed quarter NEW MODULAR/ RTM HOMES. A selec- (176.5 acres with 110 open), used also for tion of floor plans, 3 bdrms, 2 bathrooms, wintering cattle. Yardsite w/power, gas, 1200 sq. ft., starting at $99,900. For more well, stock waterer, fenced, $1,100,000 OBO. Call/text 780-660-1156. info call 306-249-2222, Saskatoon, SK.

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11 QUARTERS CLOSE to Bredenbury, SK. for rent. Good soil farmland (G class) all within one block. Only 5 miles from Bredenbury. Please contact Frank Su at fsu@remax-yorkton.ca or 306-500-0035, Re/Max Blue Chip Realty.

TENDERS FOR FARMLAND, RM Auvergne #076, 5 miles East and 1 mile South of Ponteix, SK. (off Hwy. 13). Marked and Sealed Tenders will be received up to 3:00 PM, March 6, 2015. Title #139375839, NE-3-09-11-W3, 150 acres, 140 cultivated, assess. 89,600. Title #139375873, SE-3-09-11-W3, 160 cult. acres, assess.

92,500. Total 310 acres, 300 cult., assess.

182,100. Note: 1. NE-3-09-11-W3, 160 acres, 10 acres will be subdivided to yardsite leaving 150 acres. 2. Your offer should be itemized by legal description and any conditions must be clearly stated. 3. The highest or any offer will not necessarily be accepted. 4. In addition to the top offer for any individual parcel, consideration will be given to offers that provide the highest aggregate price for any combination of parcels. 5. You must provide a certified cheque or bank draft for 10% of the price being offered payable to Gall Law Office. 6.

You must rely on your own research to determine acreage, condition, improvements and assessment. 7. The vendor will be responsible for taxes on the property to Dec. 31, 2014. 8. Title to the land shall be transferred free and clear of all encumbrances and liens. Submit offers with the ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name, title(s) numbers and legal location(s) to: Roderick G. Gall, Gall Law Office, 100, 316 - 6th Ave. North, Saskatoon, SK. S7K 2S5.

RM OF REDBERRY #435. 457 acres with amazing 2600 sq. ft. home on two levels which is all wood built with 11â&#x20AC;? laminated fir walls and beams, abundance of hickory cupboards in the kitchen. The home has many high end features. Cement floor with in-floor heat. There is also a large double detached garage with a self-contained suite, 48x51 steel quonset with two 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; overhead doors and cement floor with infloor heat. The heating system is outdoor wood heater with propane for back-up and solar system for power with a standby generator, a well is the water supply. The home overlooks approx. 300 acre lake plus several fishing lakes in the area as well as good Whitetail deer hunting. The cultivated land is farmed organic and the balance is mainly bush. MLSÂŽ520745. To view call Lloyd Ledinski at RE/MAX of the Battlefords, North Battleford, 306-446-8800 or 306-441-0512.

FARMLAND TENDER, RM of Ponass Lake #367. NE-23-39-13-W2. Tenders to close 12 Midnight, Mar. 1, 2015. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Submit tenders in writing or by email to: Donna Braaten, Box 141, Archerwill, SK. S0E 0B0. braaten_donna@hotmail.com For info. call Donna at 306-323-4880.

RM OF GRASSY LAKE #381. Dwein Trask Realty Inc. 4 quarters of highly assessed farmland in close proximity South of Reward, SK. 637.99 title acres with 580 acres cultivated and total FMV assessment of 364,500. Good access with 2 wells providing $5100 annual revenue. Call Dwein today at 306-221-1035.

LAND FOR SALE Harris Sask. Area., two adjoining fully fenced quarter sections, dugout. Call 250-764-2525 Harris, SK. LAND FOR CASH Rent by tender: RM of Insinger #275, NE-10-29-9 W2; NW-10-29-9 W2; SW-10-29-9 W2. Submit offers for 3 year term to: bettylin2000@hotmail.com Phone 604-709-8666.

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LAND TENDER, 4 quarters of #2 soil grainland for tender with outstanding 1909 renovated home. Contact George Singer, IVAN BRANDT, Maxwell Real Estate. Linview Realty or check website for more Buy with Knowledge, Sell with Confidence. details. 780-608-6555, Tofield, AB. All your RE Farm Needs 403-350-9603 george@linview.ca www.georgesinger.ca 2 SECTIONS GRAINLAND, all cultivated, HARDISTY, ALBERTA. NE-5-42-9-W4th; Westlock, AB. area. 246,000 bu. steel stor- S E - 5 - 4 2 - 9 - W 4 t h ; S W- 9 - 4 2 - 9 - W 4 t h ; age, 2 heated shops, machinery storage, NW-4-42-9-W4th; NW-33-42-9-W4th; good home, located on well groomed SW-33-42-9-W4th; SE-33-42-9-W4th. yardsite. Buy some, rent some! More land $4,900,000 OBO. 780-888-1258. available. Floyd, Realty Executives Polaris, Cell 780-446-5237, Office 780-450-6300, HINES CREEK, AB: 160 acres, (80 open into hay). Fenced, cross fenced. 7 dugouts, Edmonton, AB. pipe corrals. 3 bdrm house. Barn. Tack BEAUTIFUL HOME SITE for sale: 306 acres shed. Workshop. Cabin and other outbuilddeeded. N1/2 of 07-13-04 W4. 3 miles ings. For more information 780-834-8860.

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ID#1100312 DINSMORE: 14 acres located on the outskirts of Dinsmore. Great location to establish commercial business, new homestead for farm market produce, hobby farm or other Agri-ventures. Seller is licensed to sell Real Estate in Alberta.

ID#1100341 MANKOTA: 960 acres with 945 acres cult. 1664 sq. ft. home, quonset, shop, 2 dugouts, barn, grain storage, 2 cattle waterers and hydrants. MLS®.

ID#1100311 DINSMORE: For Lease!

150 acres, $75/acre, on the outskirts of Dinsmore. Owner is licensed to sell Real Estate in Alberta. MLS®. ID#1100257 OSLER: Modern Dairy farm with 145 acres. 90 cow free stall barn w/state of the art auto identifying double 10 milk parlor and attached calf-heifer barn.

154.79 kg daily milk quota. 1614 sq. ft. home and workshop. CARMICHAEL ID#1100283: 70.5 acres pasture of which much would be arable. Water not far below the surface, accessible by sand point well. ID#515873 MAPLE CREEK: Best view in Maple Creek! Very close to town.

25 acres of fenced pasture land, with an older home (844 sq. ft.) and small building, suitable for barn/shop, 2 wells. MLS® Real Estate Centre, 1-866-345-3414, www.farmrealestate.com RM 168: 160 acres of grain land with Surface Lease Revenue of approx. $11,850 per year. Please call John Cave, Edge Realty Ltd. 306-773-7379, www.farmsask.com

LAND FOR SALE or rent: RM #124, King- MINERAL RIGHTS. We will purchase and sley. 8 quarters, 260 acres pasture. White- o r l e a s e y o u r m i n e r a l r i g h t s . wood, SK. area. r.manderson@sasktel.net 1-877-269-9990. cndfree@telusplanet.net RM BRATT’S LAKE #129- 312 acres of prime Regina heavy clay. Assess. 195,400. $712,000. Keith Bartlett 306-535-5707, LAND FOR SALE: R.M. of Laird #404. Sutton Group Results Realty, Regina, SK. N-1/2 NE-21-42-06-W3, 79.5 acre parcel; S-1/2 NE-21-42-06-W3, 71 acre parcel w i t h h i g h w ay # 1 2 f r o n t a g e . E - 1 / 2 SE-28-42-06-W3, 79 acre parcel; W-1/2 SE-28-42-06-W3, 80 acre parcel. Written tenders only accepted until Tues., March 17th, 2015, 6 PM. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Tenders will be accepted only on entire parcel of both quarters. Mail to: R. Braun, 302 - 303 Pinehouse Dr., Saskatoon, SK. S7K 7Z4.

RM WOOD RIVER #74. Approx. 320 acres high producing land. Two quonsets, some other outbuildings. Some older equipment included. Located 5 miles from Lafleche, SK. Call Bryan Gilbert 306-631-4790, RE/MAX of moose jaw, 306-694-5766.

RM OF MOOSE RANGE #486. Four quarters, approx. 640 cultivated acres.

N E - 1 2 - 5 0 - 0 9 - W 2 , S W- 3 5 - 4 9 - 0 9 - W 2 , NE-34-49-09-W2, SE-34-49-09-W2. Also have land to be rented. Closing Date: March 20, 2015. For more info. call 306-768-3442. Please submit offer to email: jascal.janet@gmail.com Highest or any offer not necessarily accepted.

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LAND FOR SALE, RM #588 of Meadow Lake, NW-PT-18-60-16-W3rd, 72 acres; NE-PT-13-60-17-W3rd, 71 acres. This land is sold as a package. 306-240-5445, Meadow Lake, SK. RANCH FOR SALE- Central SK., 17 quarters.

Excellent cattle handling facility, large quantity of gravel. Will consider small operation, acreage or commercial property as partial payment. 306-531-8720, Lipton, SK. nancy.herold@hotmail.com

9 QUARTERS FARMLAND, East central SK, Good yard, two homes, livestock fa- RM McCRANEY #282. This property is cilities and grain and machinery storage. located 3 miles East of Kenaston, SK and 2 miles South. Two quarter sections of good Call 306-795-2702, Ituna, SK. productive grainland, 275 cultivated acres.

ORGANIC FARM: 160 acres, 1124 sq. ft. Call Wally Lorenz for more info, Re/Max of house, outbuildings, off grid, $155,000. the Battleford, North Battleford, SK, 306-446-8800 or 306-843-7898.

306-547-3123, Preeceville, SK. RM GOOD LAKE #274, RM 273 SLIDING HILLS, one quarter farm- NW-21-30-06-W2, 150 cult. acres, assess. land, SW-25-30-1-W2nd, 155 cult. acres, 43,900, 90 acres canola stubble, 60 acres stone free. 306-542-3125, Kamsack, SK. hay. 306-562-8440, Canora, SK.

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GRAIN LAND TO RENT, 25 mile radius of Rouleau, SK. Call 306-776-2600 or email: kraussacres@sasktel.net DWEIN TRASK REALTY INC. St. Benedict south, 325 acres of Sec. 32-40-24-W2 with grain storage, good 2 storey house features brand new maple kitchen and appliances with new flooring throughout main floor level, barn and corrals. New price $699,900! MLS #508637. Call Dwein Trask for details 306-221-1035.

8 QUARTERS FARMLAND, RM Mount Hope #279, used for grain farming only, land is all in line. Ed 306-524-2109, Semans, SK.

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RM 185 130 151 398 380 130 431 457

ACRES 3973 2804 1899 1157 1226 640 628 159

PRICE/MLS $7,700,000 $5,852,700 $2,500,000 $2,378,000 $2,362,000 $1,617,200 $1,050,000 $370,000

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CATTLE RANCH, Wolseley, SK. 7 quarters, re-seeded tame grass. 4 bdrm, 2 bthrm, newly renovated home. Good cattle facilities. All quarters adjoining. MLS® #514045. Contact Arlene Boisjoli, Royal LePage Wheat Country Realty, Kindersley, SK., 306-463-4910, royal3@sasktel.net

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RM OF CANA #214, for sale or rent: SE-15-22-04-W2 and SW-05-22-04-W2.

Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Tenders close March 1st, 2015.

Call 306-861-4592.

RM CANA #214. 560 acres ideally located on #15 Hwy. and Agri Park Road just on the outskirts of Melville, SK. Land currently seeded for alfalfa and is completely fenced. Gravel potential. Asking $899,000.

Call Paul Kutarna, 306-596-7081, Sutton Group Results Realty. MLS #517931.

RM 42: Approx. 3 quarters of native and tame grass near Fife Lake. Good water.

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ACRES 1748 179 4.41 83 318 894 521 265 305 56 634 153 156 478 159 159 244 108 65

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CASH RENT REGINA north: 1160 acres, FOR SALE OR LEASE: RM of Cody #271, average assessment 106,800. Offers close 6 quarters of farmland, Class E soil. Call 306-597-4405, Togo, SK. March 23, 2015. Call 306-545-0983.

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS, Farmland/Acreage: In RM No. 7. NE16-3-13; SW16-3-13; SE17-3-13; NW9-3-13 (includes farm site, approx. 20 acres). All W2M. Proposals may be made on all the above quarters; Individual parcels; Or the farm site and buildings alone. Mail offers with a bank draft, payable to: McDougall Gauley LLP, in the amount of 5% of the proposed purchase price in an envelope clearly marked “Request for Proposal”, on or before 12:00 Noon, March 13, 2015.

Highest or any proposal not necessarily accepted. For more info. call 306-456-2868.

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RM OF MOOSE RANGE 1,337 Acres (Seed Plant) ...................... MLS#513446 .........$2,750,000 RM OF PADDOCKWOOD/GARDEN RIVER 3,818 Acres............. MLS#515430 .........$2,700,000 RM OF SPIRITWOOD 2,644 Acres .................................................. MLS#520388 .........$2,350,000 RM OF PORCUPINE (Feedlot) 640 Acres ...................................... MLS#503793 .........$1,750,000 RM OF HURON 1,117 Acres.............................................................. MLS#524343 ............$875,000 RM OF TORCH RIVER 961 Acres ..................................................... MLS#524739 ............$850,000 RM OF TORCH RIVER 792 Acres ..................................................... MLS#515435 ............$790,000 RM OF LAKEVIEW 783 Acres........................................................... MLS#524363 ............$729,000 RM OF KINISTINO 468 Acres .......................................................... MLS#499416 ............$600,000 RM OF TORCH RIVER 319 Acres ..................................................... MLS#519273 ............$310,000 RM OF EYEBROW/ENFIELD 319 Acres ......................................... MLS#524745 ............$255,000 RM OF FISH CREEK 317 Acres......................................................... MLS#513672 ............$260,000 RM OF PONASS LAKE 160 Acres ................................................... MLS#516740 ............$189,000 RM OF BUCKLAND/GARDEN RIVER 320 Acres .......................... MLS#514131 ............$170,000 RM OF WILLOW CREEK 153 Acres................................................. MLS#518339 ............$155,000 RM OF PADDOCKWOOD 161 Acres............................................... MLS#519597 ............$110,000 RM OF PREECEVILLE 160 Acres...................................................... MLS#522755 .............$80,000

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SUM M ARY OF SOLD PROPERTIES Cen tra l...........................206 1⁄4’s Ea s t..................................51 1⁄4’s W es t.................................49 1⁄4’s S o u th...............................75 1⁄4’s S o u th Ea s t.......................40 1⁄4’s S o u th W es t......................6 5 1⁄4’s N o rth..................................6 1⁄4’s N o rth Ea s t..........................4 1⁄4’s N o rth W es t.......................12 1⁄4’s

HAMMOND REALTY: RM 309 near Drake, SK. Kornelsen-Bendel Farmland For Sale

By Tender. E1/2 of 7 and SW 21-32-21, W2 with approx. 430 cultivated acres. Average assessment $69,233/quarter. Closes 5:00 PM March 5, 2015. MLS 524029.

306-948-5052. More details available at: http://RM309.HammondRealty.ca RM #105. MLS #516413. Half section of cultivated farmland, 12 miles NE of Vanguard, SK. 3 bdrm bungalow, heated shop, 7 hopper bins, good well. 280 acres cropped annually. Contact Lee Davidson at Re/Max of Swift Current, 306-741-7367.

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RM 488: 10.5 quarters between White Fox and Garrick, approx. 1380 cultivated acres.

Asking $1100/acre. High producing and exc. hunting. For land locations, contact Joe 306-862-6880 or Chad 306-862-6918, Nipawin, SK. Email duplexdcf@sasktel.net FARMLAND FOR SALE, RM OF PONASS LAKE #367: NW-18-39-13-W2 and NE 24-39-14-W2, approx. 205 cultivated acres. Total acres 319. Old yardsite with water and power in place. Land located 2 miles west of Nora. Asking price $240,000.

Ph Josie 306-873-4130 or 780-265-2837.

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RM OF PERDUE #346, SE-06-35-11-W3; One quarter of cultivated farmland. For sale by tender. Closes March 20, 7:00 PM. Contact Mark at 306-361-1448, Laird, SK. or: cindybrown087@gmail.com

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RM #51. Two adjoining ranches in SW Sask. MLS #522696: 12 deeded quarters, 21 leased, approx. 300 acres hay, 1200 acres cult. and 3550 acres native grass.

MLS #522699: 9 deeded, 17 lease quarters, 380 acres of 2014 seeded hay, 200 acres of 2014 seeded native grass. 500 acres rye stubble, 3000 acres native grass.

Combined these parcels will run 400 - 500 cow/calf pairs. Contact Lee Davidson at Re/Max of Swift Current, 306-741-7367.

Email: leedavidson@sasktel.net RM OF BROADVIEW #154, 6 quarters in one block. For rent by tender. SE, NE and NW of: 06-16-04 W2. SE, NE and SW of 07-16-04 W2. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Tenders close March 25th, 2015. Call 306-231-5611 for info.

MACK AUCTION CO. presents a Land Auction for Craig Hagel on Thursday, March 5, 2015, at Days Inn, Estevan, SK., 7:00 PM. One quarter section of farm land RM #5 Estevan, NE-20-03-07-W2. Visit www.mackauctioncompany.com for sale b i l l a n d p h o t o s . M a c k Au c t i o n C o .

306-421-2928, 306-487-7815. PL#311962 SELLING BY TENDER: RM 105. 480 acres of grain land. Call John Cave, Edge Realty Ltd. for info on submitting a Tender.

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RM OF LEASK #464. 4341 acres, mainly all adjoining with 3071 acres seeded to tame grass, balance bush and natural pasture. Mainly 3 and 4 wire fences. 4 sets of corrals, pasture water and very few stones.

The headquarters have a 36x51’ straight wall metal clad shop with 2 overhead doors and 2 walk-in doors, plus 36x20’ Ranch hand living quarters with sewer, water and natural gas heat. With today’s cattle prices this 550 cow/calf operation will draw a lot of interest. Excellent handling system. 36x112’ calving barn, all boxstalls, adjoining, 17x112’ calf barn, 3 open end shelters, 28x148’, 15x94’, 15x60’, plus large corral system. MLS #520590.

For more info ph Lloyd Ledinski, Re/Max of the Battlefords, 306-446-8800 or 306-441-0512, North Battleford, SK. WANTED MINERAL RIGHTS producing potash or petroleum mineral rights.

306-244-6721, 306-220-5409, Saskatoon.

FARMLAND: APPROX. 128 acres, NE of Rhein in the RM of Siding Hills No. 273.

SW-23-28-01-W2 and NW S-1/2-23-28-01 -W2, $120,000. Call: 403-393-2995, Coaldale, AB. Q UA RT E R S E C T I O N F O R S A L E : SW-34-35-10 W3, in the RM of Perdue No. 346. Call 306-237-4582 after 9 PM. RM NIPAWIN 487, North of Aylsham, 9 quarters grainland, plus 2 quarters pasture in adjoining RM 486, yard with buildings included. Call Neil Wheeler 306-862-5681.

RM OF LEASK #464, 1334 acres all adjoining with 1148 acres cultivated. If seeded into tame pasture this would make a great home for 200 cow/calf pairs. Perimeter is fenced with four wires and steel and treated post, plus crossfences. Located on main grid road and 2 miles from No. 40 highway. Power, 2 wells, lots of pasture water and old yardsite. MLS ®522392. To view call Lloyd Ledinski, RE/MAX of the B a t t l e fo r d s , N o r t h B a t t l e fo r d , S K .

306-446-8800 or 306-441-0512.

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HAVE CASH BUYERS: (1) Up to 3 - 4 sections farmland, Outlook, SK. area or others. (2) Farmland: RM Colonsay, Viscount, Hoodoo, (3) Bushland. (4) Nat. pasture. Bill Nesteroff, Re/Max Saskatoon, 306-497-2668, billnesteroff@sasktel.net

ELIAS SCALES MFG., several different ways to weigh bales and livestock; Platform scales for industrial use as well, nonelectric, no balances or cables (no weigh like it). Shipping arranged. 306-445-2111, North Battleford, SK. www.eliasscales.com N E W ! P O RTA B L E T R U C K S C A L E S , $19,900. Save time and money by weigh10 ACRE ACREAGE 12 miles SE of Mel- ing on the farm. Accurately weigh inputs fort, SK. Insulated metal clad shop and and avoid overweight fines. See your nearbarn, cattle sheds, corrals, sheds, older est Flaman location or 1-888-435-2626.

1176 sq.ft. bungalow, 72’ well, good water, $295,000. 306-752-3556, 306-921-4774.

PRIVATE ACREAGE, COMMUTING distance to Regina! 8.1 acres, country living! 7500 sq ft custom home (2010) incl. 4 bdrms, 6 bthrms, indoor pool, geothermal, spray foam, lots of upgrades. Yard is mature with trees, grass, barn, large shop, etc! $1,150,000 OBO. Call for website: 306-527-2776, 306-530-6607, Bulyea, SK. rodandtiff@sasktel.net CATTLE OPERATION, MOTIVATED to sell.

Great location, 13.5 quarters, yard works for cow/calf or feeders. 1100 acres cult.

Located 15 min. from Yorkton, SK. Call for details. Yorkton, SK 306-783-6368

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RM OF MOUNT HOPE No. 279, SE-32-29-18-W2, assessment 74,900, NE-29-29-18-W2, assessment 62,000. Soil Class G. Grant 306-746-7336, Semans, SK.

80 ACRES AGRICULTURAL land in RM of Corman Park, SW of Saskatoon, SK. city limits. Silty loam soil with unlimited water supply, adjacent SPC power line and gas pipe line. Excellent potential for maximum return on an investment. Eg. Storage for recreational or commercial development.

As an elderly owner who must retire, must sell at $500,000 OBO. For more info contact John 306-382-8510 or 306-713-4014.

RM OF #308. For sale SE-7-32-18-W2, 152 acres, fenced, dugout, corrals, along major Hwy. #6. Submit tenders to: Box 939, Wynyard, SK. S0A 4T0. Tenders close QUARTER SECTION FOR CASH RENT, RM Feb. 27, 2015. Highest or any tender not of Wolverine, SE-12-34-24-W2, near necessarily accepted. Ph. 306-328-4462.

Guernsey, SK. Ph 403-280-5905 after 6 PM

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QUARTER SECTION, NE-11-35-29, RM Swan River. Mail offers to: 5512957 MB Ltd., Box 339, Swan River, MB., R0L 1Z0.

Phone 204-734-2163 after 6:00 PM. LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER: RM OF OAKLAND NE 1/4 29-8-17 WPM, NW 1/4 29-8-17 WPM. Sealed, written tenders will be received by: Meighen Haddad LLP, 11011th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 4J4, Attn: W. Bryan Webber - on or before 5 PM, March 4, 2015. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Deposit required. For more information contact: W. Bryan Webber by phone 204-725-8773.

EXCELLENT CATTLE RANCH, along Lake Manitoba, (Toutes Aides), 4563 acres in 1 block, consisting of 1315 acres deeded, 3248 acres Crown Lease, supports up to 400 cow/calf pair, all fenced, modern 3+1 bedroom house plus 1997 mobile home, 80x60’ pole shed with workshop 40’x28’, 42x28’ ins. barn, corrals, shelters, etc. www.century21macmillan.com Ph Roger Bretecher 204-638-7947, Dauphin, MB. 320 ACRES - ROBLIN, MB. 180 acres seeded to pasture/hay, all fenced. 3 dugouts.

1120 sq. ft. bungalow, 3 bdrms, 21’x25’ attached garage. Quonset. Karen Goraluk, Salesperson, 204-773-6797, NorthStar Ins. & Real Estate. north-star.ca GREAT PLACE TO start farming. Large home, 5 bdrms, 2 baths, good size kitchen w/large dining room and living room, open concept, partially finished basement w/laundry room, heating elec./wood boiler, barn 24x73’ currently used for raising calves, cattle shelter 30x60’, other outbuildings, nice treed yard, all found on 240 acres, approx. 140 cult. 20 min from Steinbach, MB. MLS #1425126, $399,990. Cliff Martens 204-346-4117, Delta Real Estate.

GRAIN/MIXED FARM - Grandview, MB. 1944 total acres, 1294 cultivated, most of the land is in a block. 2 yard sites. Some of the land is fenced. Karen Goraluk, Salesperson, 204-773-6797, NorthStar Ins. & Real Estate. north-star.ca MLS #1425508.

FARM IN PINE RIVER, MB. 459 acres consisting of: Crop land/hay and pasture; 1500 sq. ft. bungalow with attached garage; 30x42 heated shop; 46x50 machine shed; 28x30 hip roof barn. Very good water supply. For more info ph 204-263-2636 E 1/2-16-21-27-W1 - Russell, MB. 316.92 total acres, approx. 230 cult. acres. Class B soil. Eaton’s home, established Bed & Breakfast, great revenue property. 2nd house is 3 bdrm bungalow. Various outbuildings, treed, landscaped. Includes equipment. Karen Goraluk, Salesperson, 204-773-6797, NorthStar Ins. & Real Estate. MLS #1417127.

DYCK ENTERPRISES LTD. For Sale by Owner: 11,500 acre mixed farm and ranch located 50 miles from Ste Rose du Lac. 7000 acres cleared, 8960 acres fenced, 3000 acres cropland, 4000 acres hay and pasture. 65,000 bu grain storage, 2 modern homes, 1 shop, 1 cattle shelter, 28 pen feedlot, 3 wells, 40 dugouts. Price $565/ acre. Gordon, 204-656-5000, Waterhen, MB. dyckenterprises@hotmail.com

FOR SALE BY OWNER, Smooth Rock Falls, ON, in great clay belt. Excellent value for new farmer, or farm relocate. Any type of farm allowed. Taxes $500/yr. 617 acres w/approx. 144 workable, more to clear. All new buildings: Garage #1 50x32’, heated; garage #2 16x32’; implement shed, 48x24’; barn, 50x28’; boiler shed, 16x16’; new bungalow, 1984 sq. ft., 3 bdrm., 2 baths, AC, extras. $18,000 solar income. $997,000. Call 705-338-1074.

2013 KUBOTA RTV 1100, CAHR, approx.

250 hrs., always shedded, one owner. Call 306-469-2235, Big River, SK.

16’ BIG LAKES LUND boat with Yacht Club t r a i l e r. C h o i c e o f M e r c u r y m o t o r s .

306-536-9210 or 306-345-2555 (evenings), Belle Plaine, SK.

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ONE SECTION OF pasture available for 2015, in Parkerview, SK. area. New 4-wire fence and steel corrals. 780-753-0353.

PASTURE SPACE AVAILABLE for approx.

200 cows on a supervised rotational grazing system. Ken 204-851-1160 Miniota MB

CERT. AAC CURRENT, ACC Raymore, Transcend. Printz Family Seed Farm, Gravelbourg, SK. 306-380-7769 306-648-3511 REG., CERT. TRANSCEND, AAC Raymore, Kyle, good germ. and disease. Palmier Seed Farms 306-472-7824, Lafleche, SK. moe.anita@sasktel.net CERTIFIED, CONLON FEED barley. High germ, 0% gram. Early order/large order discounts. Visa, MC, FCC financing.

306-530-8433, Lumsden, SK. LLSeeds.ca CERTIFIED #1 LEGACY (6R). Call Fenton Seeds, Tisdale, SK., 306-873-5438.

CERTIFIED SUNDRE AND Legacy, 0% fusarium graminearum. Call Latrace Farms, Caronport, SK. 306-693-2626.

CERTIFIED AC METCALFE, CDC Meredith, 2013 crop, high germination, 0% fusarium, Graminearum. Terre Bonne Seed Farm 306-921-8594, 306-752-4810, Melfort, SK. CERT. COPELAND, MEREDITH, 2013 crop, high germ., 100% pure to variety. Contact Sandercock Seed Farm 306-334-2958, Balcarres, SK. FDN., REG., CERT. CDC Austenson high yielding. Call Ennis Seeds, Glenavon, SK., 306-429-2793.

CERTIFIED CDC MEREDITH, Newdale, AC Metcalfe, CDC Copeland, Legacy, CDC McGwire, CDC Cowboy, CDC Austenson, CDC Maverick. Van Burck Seeds, Star City, SK., 306-863-4377.

CERTIFIED MEREDITH. Greenshields Seeds, 306-524-2155 or 306-524-4339, 306-746-7336, Semans, SK. GOOD MALT PRICES. CDC Meredith, Reg., Cert. 2013 seed, 99% germ., 0% F.G. Very high yielder. Volume discounts. Booking for spring pickup. Gregoire Seed Farm Ltd., North Battleford, SK., 306-441-7851, 306-445-5516. gregfarms@sasktel.net CERT., REG. CDC AUSTENSON. Palmier Seed Farms, Lafleche, SK. 306-472-7824. moe.anita@sasktel.net

CHIN RIDGE SEEDS, Taber, AB Certified Durum Available: AC® Transcend, AC® Strongfield, and AAC Raymore. High Germ, 0% Fusarium.

Other certified cereal & pulse seed available.

1-800-563-7333 or www.chinridge.com #1 CERTIFIED TRANSCEND durum seed, low fusarium. Call 306-831-8963, Ace Crop Care, Rosetown, SK. CERT. AC STRONGFIELD durum. Sean Miller, Avonlea, SK., 306-868-7822.

WWW.TRAWINSEEDS.CA Certified AC Morgan and Souris oats. 306-752-4060, Melfort, SK.

AC MUSTANG • High Yield • Grain or Forage mastinseeds.com 403-556-2609 FDN., REG., CERT., Leggett, Souris, CDC Haymaker (forage) Excellent quality. Ardell Seeds Ltd. Vanscoy, SK., 306-668-4415.

0.0% FUSARIUM GRAMINEARUM, high quality 2013 crop, high germ., Cert. #1 Souris, CDC Orrin, and Leggett. Frederick Seeds 306-287-3977, Watson, SK. EXCELLENT QUALITY CERT. #1 AC Morgan. 0 fusarium gram., 99% germ. Lepp Seeds Ltd. 306-254-4243, Hepburn, SK. FDN., REG., CERT. AC Morgan, 2013 seed, high germ., 0% fusarium, Graminearum.

Terre Bonne Seed Farm 306-921-8594, 306-752-4810, Melfort, SK. • High Yield CERTIFIED CDC DANCER, Triactor, Souris, high germ. Available at Seed Source, • Grain or Forage 306-323-4402, Archerwill, SK. • #1 Six Row CERTIFIED AC MORGAN, CDC Minstrel.

Va n B u rc k S e e d s , S t a r C i t y, S K ., 306-863-4377.

403-556-2609 CERTIFIED #1 CDC Orrin, Leggett. Fenton FDN., REG., CERT., CDC Austenson, CDC Seeds, Tisdale, SK., 306-873-5438.

Cowboy, CDC Maverick, AC Ranger. Excel- CERTIFIED SEABISCUIT. Ph Greenshields lent quality. Ardell Seeds Ltd. Vanscoy, Seeds, Semans, SK., 306-524-2155 or SK., 306-668-4415.

306-524-4339, 306-746-7336.

CDC BOYER, CERTIFIED #1, 0% gram., 99% germ., 98% vigor, very plump, early maturity, good for straight cuts. Stoll’s Seed Barn Ltd., Delisle, SK. 306-493-7409.

BUYING OATS, all qualities, farm pickup.

Naber Specialty Grains 1-877-752-4115, Melfort, SK. nsgl@sasktel.net CERTIFIED CS CAMDEN; Cert. CDC 403-556-2609 Morrison; Cert. Triactor; Cert. Souris, CERTIFIED CDC MEREDITH; Cert. CDC exc. quality. Call Northland Seeds Inc., Copeland; Cert. AC Metcalfe, excellent 306-324-4315, Margo, SK. q u a l i t y. N o r t h l a n d S e e d s I n c . , 306-324-4315, Margo, SK. CERTIFIED BENTLEY, HIGH germination, CERT SUNRAY TRITICALE. 403-633-9999, low fusarium gram., available at Seed Tilley, AB. www.fabianseedfarms.com Source, 306-323-4402, Archerwill, SK. CERTIFIED CDC AUSTENSON. Tilley, AB., 403-633-9999. www.fabianseedfarms.com CERT. #1 CDC Utmost, Shaw and Vesper. midge tolerant varieties, 2013 seed.

CHIN RIDGE SEEDS, Taber, AB CWRS Volume and cash discount. Jeff at Sopatyk Seed Farms 306-227-7867, Aberdeen, SK. Certified Malt Barley Available: email: jeffsopatyk@me.com AC Metcalfe, CDC Copeland, and CDC CERTIFIED #1 PASTEUR general purpose wheat, 2013 seed. Volume and cash disMeredith. High Germ, 0% Fusarium. counts. Jeff 306-227-7867, Aberdeen, SK.

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WANTED: SMALL USED R-POD camper trailer in good condition. Ph 306-277-4314

PARTS FOR VINTAGE snowmobiles, 1990 and older. Call Don at 780-755-2258, Wainwright, AB. doncole@mcsnet.ca 1977 ARCTIC CAT 5000 Pantera snowmobile; 1969 Arctic Cat Panther snowmobile; Johnson Golden ghost snowmobile; 4x4 Yamaha quad w/winch; 3 PTH snowblower. 306-283-4747 306-220-0429 Langham

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GRAZING, SILAGE AND grain Corn, Thunder Seed Corn, RoundUp Ready, conventional, organic options, Grain from 2100 CHU. Proven good grazing and silage varieties. 306-744-2332, Saltcoats, SK. Kevin.Elmy@friendlyacres.sk.ca www.friendlyacres.sk.ca

CERTIFIED CDC MEREDITH barley. Call Shewchuk Seeds, 306-290-7816, Blaine Lake, SK., www.shewchukseeds.com

LAND FOR SALE: 2.5 quarters, 400 acres, NW-28-21-26, NE-28-21-26, RM of Silver Creek. 7 miles North of Angusville, MB. on PR#476. Allen 204-773-3711, Russell, MB. gnfarms@mynetset.ca YUMA, AZ. SELLING for health reasons: Excellent park model in 55+ upgraded RV park. Many upgrades, landscaped, fenced, shed. Turnkey. Call 403-601-1094.

RM SURPRISE VALLEY Pasture for sale.

Approx. 1400 acres all adjoining: 6 quar- SUN BEACH MOTEL, 1 bdrm and 2 bdrm ters deeded and 5 quarters Crown land. suites, $595 to $850. Ph: 250-495-7766, Osoyoos, BC. www.sunbeachmotel.net Good water supply. Call 306-969-4511.

50 QUARTERS OF PASTURE near Crane River, MB. For sale or rent. Pasture manager on site. Very reasonable. 204-638-5581.

FOR SALE: SAWMILL and planer in BisDWEIN TRASK REALTY INC. Rosetown, sett, MB.: 11 acres, 750 cord government SK. 2080 acres quality pastureland, 14 quota, $190,500 OBO. Call 204-222-0285. miles north of Rosetown, just off #4 Hwy. All quarters touching with good 4 wire fence, 5 dugouts and very good steel catch corrals. Lots of grass and ready for the 2015 season. Call Dwein: 306-221-1035.

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CERTIFIED CONVENTIONAL GRAZING corn. Early maturing, leafier for increased grazing yield. For ruminant livestock including cattle, sheep, bison as well wildlife fo o d p l o t s . C a n a M a i z e S e e d I n c . , 1-877-262-4046, www.canamaize.com

RM INSINGER, 20 acres, w/1397 sq. ft. bungalow built in 2010, 4 bdrms, 3 baths, finished basement, double heated garage.

306-562-8440, Canora, SK. DON ‘T MISS OUT on this fabulous property. Ethelbert near foothills parkline, Duck Mountains, 1/2 hr. from beautiful lakes, 144.5 acres, river through property, bungalow 1400 sq. ft., electric furnace, air exchanger, wood stove. Quonset 40x80’ and more. A must see! Ph Florence Komarniski Real Estate, 204-638-3055.

RM OF CHESTERFIELD, 7.95 acres with 1060 sq.ft. bungalow, 30x50 quonset, double heated garage, barn, nat. gas., asking $329,000. Contact Brad Edgerton at Edge Realty, 306-463-7357, www.edgerealty.ca INDOOR RIDING ARENA: Acreage Saskatoon area, 1380 sq.ft. upgraded bungalow, 3 plus 1 bdrms., 2.5 baths, indoor/outdoor riding arena and outbuildings, treated water, just 8 kms from the city, $675,000; BEAUTIFUL ACREAGE near Sask Landing/Kyle, 40 acres w/newer 1588 sq. ft. ranch style home, 3 plus 2 bdrms., 2.5 baths, numerous outbuildings and corrals, treated water, $479,900. Realtor Myra Kirk 306-220-7811, details: www.myrakirk.com WINGARD FERRY - 8.9 acres overlooking North SK River (part of SW-12-46-4-W3), on good road with services adjacent, $27,500 OBO; Also adjacent 110 acre plus possible 80 acre (1 mile) riverfront lease.

Phone: 306-382-9024.

WWW.TRAWINSEEDS.CA Certified CDC Austenson highest yielding feed barley on market. 306-752-4060, Melfort, SK. NEW MALT VARIETY. CDC Kindersley, Reg., Cert., early maturing, high yielder.

Volume discounts. Booking for spring pickup. Call Gregoire Seed Farm Ltd., 306-441-7851 or 306-445-5516. North Battleford. Email: gregfarms@sasktel.net NEW CDC MAVERICK, Reg., Cert. 2-row feed/forage barley. Smooth-on partner to CDC Cowboy. Smooth-on for improved palatability, tall plant type with top forage/silage yield. Suitable for dry areas or low input production. Moderately resistant to SHB (good rating). Medium maturity similar to AC Metcalfe. Hickseed Ltd., Mossbank, SK. Call: 306-354-7998 or 306-229-9517.

SAWMILLS from only $4397 - Make Money and Save Money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock, ready to ship. Free info. and DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/168 or call 1-800-566-6899 ext. 168.

WOOD-MIZER PORTABLE SAWMILLS, eight models, options and accessories.

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REGISTERED CDC GO wheat. Call Mastin Seeds, 403-556-2609, Olds, AB. CERT. CDC MEREDITH barley, 0% fusarium REG., CERT. AC Shaw VB, AC Vesper VB, and gram. Call 306-741-0475, Pambrun, CDC Osler, 2013 seed., high germ., 0% fusarium, Graminearum. Terre Bonne Seeds SK. Email: foc@sasktel.net 306-921-8594, 306-752-4810, Melfort, SK. 0.0% FUSARIUM GRAMINEARUM, exc. quality 2013 crop, high germ., Cert. #1 CERTIFIED WHEAT- WEBSTER Seed CDC Copeland, AC Metcalfe, CDC Meredith Farm. Cardale, Glenn, Kernen, Pasteur. a n d N e w d a l e . F r e d e r i c k S e e d s Wholesale pricing available. 306-645-4386, Moosomin, SK. www.websterseedfarm.ca 306-287-3977, Watson, SK.

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CERT. CDC UTMOST, Carberry, Cardale, EXCELLENT QUALITY CERT. #1 Cardale, Pasteur, AC Harvest, CDC Plentiful, AAC Vesper VB, Goodeve VB, CDC Utmost VB. Redwater, AAC Proclaim. Van Burck Fenton Seeds, Tisdale, SK., 306-873-5438.

Seeds, Star City, SK., 306-863-4377.

AC ENCHANT VB, New CPS Red, AC ConCERT. CARBERRY, 0% fusarium, 98% quer VB, midge tolerant, high germ, 0% fugerm. Printz Family Seed Farm, Gravel- sarium Gram. 306-843-2934, Wilkie, SK. bourg, SK. 306-380-7769, 306-648-3511.

0.0% FUSARIUM GRAM., top quality 2013 crop, high germ., Cert. #1 Conquer CERTIFIED WASKADA, UNITY VB, Lillian VB, AC Andrew, Harvest, CDC Utmost VB, wheat. Call Shewchuk Seeds 306-290-7816, Pasteur, Muchmore, CDC Plentiful. Call Blaine Lake, SK., www.shewchukseeds.com Frederick Seeds 306-287-3977, Watson SK CERT. CARDALE, 97% germ., low fuzz; REGISTERED, CERTIFIED SADASH, 0% fuCert. Vesper, 2013 crop, 97% germ. Call sarium, 98% germ. Call 780-808-3282, Sandercock Seed Farm 306-334-2958, Bal- Paradise Valley, AB. carres, SK. CERT. VESPER/ WASCADA midge resistCarberry, AAC Brandon. Greenshields WWW.TRAWINSEEDS.CA CERT. new ant, eeds Ltd. Call 306-524-2155 or CDC Plentiful, Carberry, CDC Utmost VB, S306-524-4339, 306-746-7336, Semans, SK AC Shaw, 306-752-4060, Melfort, SK. CERTIFIED UNITY VB and Carberry wheat, REGISTERED, CERTIFIED CDC Plentiful, 0% fusarium and gram. 306-741-0475, CDC Utmost VB, Lillian. Craswell Seeds Pambrun, SK. Email: foc@sasktel.net Ltd., Strasbourg, SK., 306-725-3236.

CERTIFIED HRS CARDALE, AC Shaw VB, PREMIUM WHEAT! AC Vesper VB, fdn. AC Goodeve VB, CDC Utmost VB, CPS Conquer VB, high germ. low fusarium gram. and cert., 0% fus., 98% germ., large seed, top yielder. Ready for pick-up! Nako- Seed Source, 306-323-4402, Archerwill SK nechny Seeds, 306-932-4409 Ruthilda SK CERTIFIED PASTEUR AND Shaw for sale, REG., CERTIFIED CDC Utmost VB, Unity/ low fusarium. G&R Seeds. 306-239-2071, Olser, SK. robin.garry@sasktel.net Waskada VB, Lillian, Waskada, Goodeve, good disease and germ. Palmier Seed #1 CERTIFIED MUCH More Hard Red Farms, 306-472-7824, Lafleche, SK. Spring Wheat, low fusarium. Call Ace Crop moe.anita@sasktel.net Care, 306-831-8963, Rosetown, SK.

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CERT. STETTLER WHEAT seed, cleaned, 96% germ., 0% fusarium. 250-843-7359, 250-782-0220, Dawson Creek, BC. CERTIFIED STETTLER hard red, 94% germ.; Cert. FOREMOST CP, 99% germ.

Call 780-674-1240, Barrhead, AB. CERTIFIED CDC PLENTIFUL NEW HRS, CDC Utmost VB, high germ. Call 306-843-2934, Wilkie, SK. www.herle.ca LESS FUSARIUM MORE bottom line.

GP Wheat WFT603 seed available. Suitable for ethanol production and livestock feed.

Western Feed Grain Development Co-op Ltd. 1-877-250-1552, www.wfgd.ca CERT. #1 CONQUER, VB (CPS Red, midge tolerant), 98% germ., 0% disease. Ardell Seeds Ltd. Vanscoy, SK., 306-668-4415.

CERTIFIED CARDALE HRSW, 100% germ., 0.0% fusarium. 403-633-9999, Tilley, AB. www.fabianseedfarms.com FDN., REG., CERT., CDC Utmost VB, Vesper VB, Conquer VB, Cardale, AAC Brandon.

Excellent quality. Ardell Seeds Ltd. Vanscoy, SK., 306-668-4415.

CARBERRY HRS WHEAT, Reg., Cert., 0% F. G., semi dwarf, strong straw, good rating to F. G., volume discounts. Booking for spring pickup. Gregoire Seed Farm Ltd., 306-441-7851, 306-445-5516, North Battleford, SK. gregfarms@sasktel.net CERTIFIED AC ANDREW SOFT WHITE WHEAT, high germ, 0% fusarium Gram.

306-843-2934, Wilkie, SK. www.herle.ca CERT. CARBERRY, fusarium tolerant; 2013 Cert Shaw- AC Domain VB, midge tolerant.

Ennis Seeds 306-429-2793, Glenavon, SK. EXCELLENT QUALITY, CERT. #1 Hard Red spring wheat, Vesper VB, Unity VB, Shaw V B , C a r b e r r y a n d AC Ba r r i e . G e r m s 96-99%, 0-0.5 fusarium gram. Call Lepp Seeds Ltd., 306-254-4243, Hepburn, SK. CERTIFIED CARDALE, Carberry, Harvest, CDC Utmost, and Glenn. Excellent quality.

2013 and 2014 crop available. Triple S Seeds Ltd., Grandview, MB, 204-546-2590.

CERTIFIED SHAW-AC Domain VB, AC Unity-Waskada VB, Cardale, Andrew. High germ, 0% gram. Early order/large order discounts. Visa, MC, FCC financing.

306-530-8433, Lumsden, SK. LLSeeds.ca

Available at

ALBERTA

SASKATCHEWAN

Victoor Seed Farm Inc. Sturgeon County, AB 780-914-6027

Cay Seeds Ltd. Kinistino, SK 306-864-3696 Craswell Seeds Ltd. Strasbourg, SK 306-725-3236

Herle Seed Farm Wilkie, SK 306-843-2934 McCarthy Seed Farm Ltd. Corning, SK 306-224-4848

Higher profits guaranteed!*

CDC Utmost VB

TOP QUALITY CERTIFIED alfalfa and grass seed. Call Gary or Janice Waterhouse 306-874-5684, Naicam, SK. CERTIFIED ALGONQUIN, RANGELANDER, Spreador 2 Alfalfa for sale. Free delivery!

Birch Rose Acres Ltd., 306-863-2900, Star City, SK. ivanaudrey@sasktel.net

CERTIFIED SLENDER WHEATGRASS, Carlton Smooth Brome, Climax Timothy, Fleet Meadow Brome. Check for many other grasses. Price list available. Free delivery!

Pasture and hay blends. Phone or email: Birch Rose Acres Ltd., 306-863-2900, Star City, SK. ivanaudrey@sasktel.net

• High yielding (110–112% of check) • Wheat midge tolerant HYBRID AND OPEN-POLLINATED canola varieties. Certified #1 Synergy (Polish), Dekalb, Rugby, Cafe. Call Fenton Seeds, Tisdale, SK., 306-873-5438.

• Early maturing CWRS wheat • Strong straw & great colour retention

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WWW.TRAWINSEEDS.CA Conventional Argentine canola cert. #1, Foremost Conventional Polish canola cert. AC Synergy = 87 days. Call 306-752-4060, Melfort, SK. HYBRID CERT. CANOLA Canterra 1990 RR, Dekalb and Liberty Link varieties avail. at Seed Source 306-323-4402, Archerwill, SK

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ALBERTA Solick Seeds Ltd. Halkirk, AB 403-884-2358

Craswell Seeds Ltd. Strasbourg, SK 306-725-3236

MANITOBA

Danielson Seeds Inc. Norquay, SK 306-594-2173

J.S. Henry & Son Ltd. Oak River, MB 204-566-2422

Fedoruk Seeds Ltd. Kamsack, SK 306-542-4235

Knight Seeds Hamiota, MB 204-764-2450

Fenton Seeds Tisdale, SK 306-873-5438

Swan Valley Seeds Ltd. Swan River, MB 204-734-2526

Frederick Seeds Watson, SK 306-287-3977

SASKATCHEWAN

Herle Seed Farm Wilkie, SK 306-843-2934

Ardell Seeds Ltd. Vanscoy, SK 306-668-4415

J.W. Shwaga Agra Inc. Wroxton, SK 306-742-4590

B4 Seeds Melfort, SK 306-752-2108

Lakeside Seeds Wynyard, SK 306-554-2078

Buziak Seed Farm Mayfair, SK 306-445-6556

McCarthy Seed Farm Ltd. Corning, SK 306-224-4848

Cay Seeds Ltd. Kinistino, SK 306-864-3696 Charabin Seed Farm Ltd. North Battleford, SK 306-445-2939

Northeastern Seed Co. Ltd. Yorkton, SK 306-783-6518 Ostafie’s Seed Farm Ltd. Canora, SK 306-563-6244

Palmier Seed Farm Lafleche, SK 306-472-3722

CERT. CDC ORION chickpea, no disease.

Fox Family Farm, Myles, 306-648-8337, CERTIFIED CANTATE, highest yielding variety. Hansen Seeds, Yellow Grass, SK., 306- 648-2800, Gravelbourg, SK. 306-465-2525, 306-861-5679. Email: • Very Early jsh2@sasktel.net • Seed Early & Double Crop FDN., REGISTERED, CERT. CDC Togo.

CERT. CDC Maxim, CDC Invincible.

Early • High Yield Call Northland Seeds Inc., 306-324-4315, booking and large order discounts. Call Margo, SK. • Low Seed Cost Jeff, Sopatyk Seed Farms 306-227-7867, BUYING CANARY SEED, farm pickup.

Aberdeen, SK. Email: jeffsopatyk@me.com • NON GMO Call 1-877-752-4115, Naber Specialty C E RT I F I E D C D C DA Z I L CL. Hansen Grains Ltd. Email: nsgl@sasktel.net No Contract Required Seeds, call 306-465-2525, 306-861-5679, Yellow Grass, SK. Email: jsh2@sasktel.net 403-556-2609 CERTIFIED CDC DAZIL Red lentils. High g e r m , z e r o d i s e a s e . C a l l S h a u n at : CERT. ANDANTE YELLOW. Greenshields Seeds Ltd., Call 306-524-2155 or 306-831-8963, Rosetown, SK. 306-524-4339, 306-746-7336, Semans, SK CERTIFIED RED: CDC SCARLET, high CERTIFIED CDC GLAS - Reconstituted new yielding variety. CDC IMAX CL. Printz flax, top yielder prairie wide, medium seed, Family Seed Farm, Gravelbourg, SK. Call P ilotButte, S K. 91% germ, good quality, pickup. 306-380-7769, 306-648-3511.

306-441-7253, NE of Battlefords, SK. FOUNDATION, REGISTERED, CERTIFIED BUYERS OF YELLOW CERTIFIED CDC SORREL Flax. Eskdale CDC Maxim CL, CDC Redcliff. Craswell & BROWN MUSTARD Acres Inc., Leross, SK. 306-675-2222 or Seeds Ltd, Strasbourg, SK., 306-725-3236.

306-795-7493.

A ll g ra d es in clu d in g CERTIFIED CDC MAXIM, CDC Impower, S A M PLE G ra d e Greenland lentils. 306-741-0475, CERTIFIED CDC GLAS - Reconstituted Flax, CDC Call Shewchuk Seeds 306-290-7816, Blaine Pambrun, SK. Email: foc@sasktel.net ALS O BUY IN G : Lake, SK., www.shewchukseeds.com NEW CERTIFIED CDC Greenwater large green lentil. Early order discounts. Visa, G reen Pea s - Up to 25% Blea ch FDN., REG. CERTIFIED CDC Sorrel, CDC MC, FCC financing. Call 306-530-8433, La rg e & M ed iu m Typ e Sanctuary. AAC Bravo. Palmier Seed Lumsden, SK. LLSeeds.ca G reen Len tils Farms, 306-472-7824, Lafleche, SK. moe.anita@sasktel.net Yellow Pea s - 2 O B

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Schluter & Maack

AC ® Muchmore • Semi-dwarf CWRS wheat • Short, strong straw means great standability and easy threshing

Rolo Farms Ltd. Regina, SK 306-543-5052

• Very good resistance to leaf, stem and stripe rust and common bunt

Simpson Seed Ltd. Moose Jaw, SK 1-877-252-9431 Smith Seeds Limerick, SK 306-263-4944 Sopatyk Seed Farms Ltd. Saskatoon, SK 306-227-7867 van Burck Seeds Star City, SK 306-863-4377 Wakefield Seeds Maidstone, SK 306-893-2984 Wylie Seed & Processing Inc. Biggar, SK 306-948-2807

• CDC Greenstar (LG Lentil) • CDC Amarillo (Yellow Pea) • CDC Leader (Large Kabuli) Jim Moen, Moen Farms Ltd. Cabri, Saskatchewan (306) 587-2214 Cell: (306) 587-7452 jim.moen@sasktel.net

1-306-771-4987

• High yielding (101–111% of check)

Reisner Farm Ltd. Limerick, SK 306-263-2139

Seed Source Inc. Archerwill, SK 306-323-4402

REG., CERT. CDC Limerick, Reg., Cert.

Cooper, excellent quality. Northland Seeds Inc., 306-324-4315, Margo, SK. CERTIFIED CDC Amarillo, CDC Limerick.

Also, CDC Imvincible, CDC Marble, IBC 550 Lentil. Excellent quality. Ardell Seeds Ltd. Vanscoy, SK., 306-668-4415.

CERTIFIED CDC RAEZER, CDC Patrick green peas. High germ, low disease. Early CERT. TAURUS, CDC Sorrel. Van Burck order/large order discounts. Visa, MC, FCC Seeds, Star City, SK., 306-863-4377. financing. 306-530-8433, Lumsden, SK. CERTIFIED RE-CONSTITUTED CDC Sorrel LLSeeds.ca f l a x a v a i l a b l e a t S e e d S o u r c e , CERTIFIED #1 CDC Meadow. Call Fenton 306-323-4402, Archerwill, SK. Seeds, Tisdale, SK., 306-873-5438.

REG., CERT. RECONSTITUTED, CDC Sorrel, CERT. MEADOW, AMARILLO, Limerick.

C D C B e t h u n e . Te r r e B o n n e S e e d s Greenshields Seeds Ltd., 306-524-2155 or 306-921-8594, 306-752-4810, Melfort, SK. 306-524-4339, 306-746-7336, Semans, SK WWW.TRAWINSEEDS.CA Certified CDC NEW CERT. AC EARLYSTAR early maBethune, CDC Sorrel, AAC Bravo New. turing yellow pea. High germ., good yield.

306-752-4060, Melfort, SK. 306-843-2934, Wilkie, SK. www.herle.ca CERTIFIED #1 CDC Sorrel, AAC Bravo. CERT. CDC SAFFRON yellow peas, high Fenton Seeds, Tisdale, SK., 306-873-5438. germ. and vigor. Volume discounts. Fast CDC SORREL, CERT. large brown seed Seed Farm, 306-463-3626, Kindersley, SK. good germ., low disease, Taking orders for CERTIFIED CDC SAFFRON, high germinaSpring pickup. Vol. discounts. Gregoire tion. Printz Family Seed Farm, GravelS e e d F a r m s L t d . , 3 0 6 - 4 4 1 - 7 8 5 1 , bourg, SK. 306-380-7769, 306-648-3511.

306-445-5516, North Battleford, SK. GREEN IS THE COLOR. Reg. and Cert.

CERTIFIED RECON Bethune flax. Ph CDC Raezer, CDC Striker, high germ, vigor, Greenshields Seeds Ltd., 306-524-2155, low disease. Volume discounts. Booking 306-524-4339, 306-746-7336, Semans, SK for spring pickup. Gregoire Seed Farm CERT. RECONSTITUTED BETHUNE, Triffed Ltd., North Battleford, SK., 306-441-7851, free, 97% germ. Contact Sandercock Seed 306-445-5516. gregfarms@sasktel.net Farm 306-334-2958, Balcarres, SK. CDC SAFFRON, FDN. #1, high yield, standability. Now booking! NakoCERTIFIED CDC SORREL flax seed. Early good order/large order discounts. Visa, MC, FCC nechny Seeds, 306-932-4409, Ruthilda, SK financing. 306-530-8433, Lumsden, SK. CERTIFIED CDC LIMERICK green peas, high germ, low disease. Call Shaun at: LLSeeds.ca 306-831-8963, Rosetown, SK. CERT. CDC MEADOW and CDC Horizon peas. Van Burck Seeds, Star City, SK., 306-863-4377.

CERTIFIED CDC Hornet Yellow peas. High CERTIFIED MCLEOD R2Y, TH33003R2Y, g e r m , z e r o d i s e a s e . C a l l S h a u n at : short season Soybeans. Early order/large 306-831-8963, Rosetown, SK. order discounts. Visa, MC, FCC financing.

306-530-8433, Lumsden, SK. LLSeeds.ca

POLISH CANOLA

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REG., CERT. CDC SORREL. Northland Seeds Inc. call 306-324-4315, Margo, SK. BUYING BROWN FLAX farm pickup. Call 1-877-752-4115, Naber Specialty Grains Ltd. Email: nsgl@sasktel.net CERTIFIED AAC BRAVO, CDC Sanctuary, CDC Bethune, CDC Sorrel. 306-741-0475.

Pambrun, SK. Email: foc@sasktel.net

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ALBERTA

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Thompson Family Seed Farm Red Deer County, AB 403-728-3535 403-728-3131

Ace Seeds Supply Rosetown, SK 306-831-8963

True Seeds Ltd. Redwater, AB 780-777-5885

MANITOBA J.S. Henry & Son Ltd. Oak River, MB 204-566-2422 Swan Valley Seeds Ltd. Swan River, MB 204-734-2526

Buziak Seed Farm Mayfair, SK 306-445-6556 Danielson Seeds Inc. Norquay, SK 306-594-2173 Fedoruk Seeds Ltd. Kamsack, SK 306-542-4235 Frederick Seeds Watson, SK 306-287-3977 J.W. Shwaga Agra Inc. Wroxton, SK 306-742-4590

Lakeside Seeds Wynyard, SK 306-554-2078 McCarthy Seed Farm Ltd. Corning, SK 306-224-4848 One Oak Farms Ltd. Humboldt, SK 306-682-5170 Redvers Agricultural & Supply Ltd. Redvers, SK 306-452-3443 Smith Seeds Limerick, SK 306-263-4944 Sorgard Seeds Churchbridge, SK 306-896-2236

GrainEx International Ltd. WANTED

LENTILS, CANARY AND CHICK PEAS. Call GrainEx International Ltd. for current pricing at 306-885-2288, Sedley SK. Visit us on our website at: www.grainex.net CERTIFIED #1 CDC Impala (extra small red) Clearfield. Fenton Seeds, Tisdale, SK., 306-873-5438.

BESCO GRAIN LTD. Buyer of all varieties of mustard. Call for competitive pricing.

Call 204-736-3570, Brunkild, MB. WANTED: LOW GRADE Mustard! We can upgrade your low grade mustard! Can supply you with new certified Andante treated or untreated. Contact Ackerman Ag ServicCERTIFIED CDC SNOWDROP Fababean es, 306-638-2282, Chamberlain, SK. High germ., low disease. Call Jeff, Sopatyk Seed Farms, 306-227-7867, Aberdeen, SK. CERT. AND REG. yellow pea variety CDC Amarillo, CDC Meadow and CDC Saffron.

Volume and cash discounts. Jeff Sopatyk Seed Farms at 306-227-7867, Aberdeen, CERTIFIED SOYBEAN, THUNDER Seeds Soybeans: TH33003R2Y and TH35002R2Y. SK. jeffsopatyk@me.com Both early maturing, high pod clearance.

CERTIFIED LIMERICK GREEN peas. Call Retails across the prairies. Pick-up. Call Jeff, Sopatyk Seed Farms, 306-227-7867, 306-744-2332, Saltcoats, SK. Aberdeen, SK. Email: jeffsopatyk@me.com kevin.elmy@friendlyacres.sk.ca www.friendlyacres.sk.ca FOUNDATION CDC MEADOW peas. Call Mastin Seeds, 403-556-2609, Olds, AB. CERTIFIED CDC PATRICK green peas available at Seed Source, 306-323-4402, TILLAGE RADISH, SEE retailers across the Archerwill, SK. Prairies. Other cover crop species available CERT. CDC Meadow yellow peas, CDC Pat- for Pick up. Saltcoats, SK. 306-744-2332 or rick green. Palmier Seed Farms, Lafleche, 306-744-2779. www.friendlyacres.sk.ca SK. 306-472-7824. moe.anita@sasktel.net kevin.elmy@friendlyacres.sk.ca

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LIGHT/TOUGH FEEDGRAINS â&#x20AC;˘ OATS â&#x20AC;˘ BARLEY WANTED FEED BARLEY- Buffalo Plains EXCELLENT QUALITY SEED oats. O% fu- Cattle Company is looking to purchase sarium gram. 99% germ, 98% vigor. Lepp barley. For pricing and delivery dates, call Seeds Ltd. 306-254-4243, Hepburn, SK. Kristen 306-631-8769, Bethune, SK. PASKAL CATTLE in Iron Springs area is CLEANED COMMON OATS seed, 97% ger- looking for Feed Barley. Put more $$$ in m i n a t i o n , 9 6 % v i g o r. C a l l R i c k a t your pocket and sell direct to us with no 306-237-9540, Perdue, SK. brokerage fee. Please call 403-317-1365.

DURHAM, 95% germ., good vigor, 2 years LACKAWANNA PRODUCTS CORP. Buyo u t o f c e r t i fi e d . B i n r u n : $ 1 4 / b u . ers and sellers of all types of feed grain and grain by-products. Call 306-862-2723, 306-296-4640, Frontier, SK. Nipawin, SK. HARD RED SPRING wheat seed, excellent yield, very high lodging resistance, 93% germination, super clean, weed free, $9/bu., can deliver. 780-210-0800 days, 780-636-2892 eves., Andrew, AB. NUTRASUN FOODS, CANADAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S premium flour mill, now buying conventional and organic Hard Red Spring and Hard White Wheat for milling. Call 306-751-2440 or email: info@nutrasunfoods.com SEED WHEAT, APPROX. 800 bushels, low fusarium, 92% germ. Lampman, SK., call 403-318-6850.

NOW BUYING: WINTER Rye and Winter Triticale. Call Trawin Seeds, Melfort, SK., 306-752-4060.

TOP QUALITY ALFALFA, variety of grasses and custom blends, farmer to farmer. Gary Waterhouse 306-874-5684, Naicam, SK. COMMON ALFALFA SEED, Taproot variety.

Call: 306-963-7833, Imperial, SK. CLOVERS, GRASSES, AND Alfalfa Seed for sale. Organic and conventional Red Clover, Sweet Clover, Alfalfa, Alsike Clover, Meadow bromegrass, Smooth bromegrass, Timothy, Crested wheat, Slender wheatgrass, Sainfoin, Cicer Milkvetch, creeping Red Fescue.

Legumes are inoculated. Pasture and hay blends mixed for free! Free delivery! Birch Rose Acres Ltd., 306-863-2900, Star City, SK. ivanaudrey@sasktel.net

BUYING YELLOW and GREEN PEAS, all grades, farm pickup. Naber Specialty Grains Ltd., 1-877-752-4115, Melfort, SK. Email: nsgl@sasktel.net RED LENTIL- 2 varieties, excellent germ. and vigor, 0% disease. Ph. Byron Blackwell, 306-846-7222, Dinsmore, SK. COMMON YELLOW PEAS, high germ. and vigor, low disease levels. Sandercock Seed Farm 306-334-2958, Balcarres, SK.

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GRASS HAY AND grass/alfalfa round bales, dry and wrapped, starting at 2.5¢/lb. Lyle POLY TANKS: 15 to 10,000 gal.; Bladder Lumax, 204-525-2263, Swan River, MB. tanks from 220 to 88,000 gallon; Water liquid fertilizer; Fuel tanks, single and ROUND BALE PICKING and hauling, small and wall; Truck and storage, gas or dsl. or large loads. Travel anywhere. Also hay double Wilke Sales, 306-586-5711, Regina, SK. for sale. 306-382-0785, Vanscoy, SK. ROUND HAY AND straw for sale. Phone 10,000 GALLON DIESEL fuel tank, w/pump David 306-238-4800, Goodsoil, SK. and hose. Call Stewart, 306-542-7325, FIRST CUT SMALL square hay bales for 306-542-4498, Kamsack, SK. sale, $3/bale, good quality. 306-232-4808 cel. 306-491-2484, Hague, SK. HAY FOR SALE, 1st cut Alfalfa, no rain. Pickup. 306-725-4563 or 306-725-7881, Strasbourg, SK. E-mail: marvinkelln@sasktel.net GOOD QUALITY 3x4â&#x20AC;&#x2122; square bales, 1st and 2nd cut; Also greenfeed. Can deliver south AB. 403-633-3777, 403-363-3318 Tilley AB 600 BROME ALFALFA, 1000 lb. round bales, $35/ea., $30 takes all. Strasbourg, SK. Call: 306-725-3449, 306-725-7441.

LARGE QUANTITY: 2014 hay, 5x6 hard core, mix 80% alfalfa, 20% orchard grass.

306-501-2469, Balgonie, SK. SERVING 3 PRAIRIE PROVINCES: BUYING, SELLING AND TRANSPORTING HAY. Can load/haul 44 large 5x6 round bales. Can style and 36 pipe style/64 large 3x4x8 per load. Free snow removal. Call Hay Vern, 204-729-7297.

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WANTED: FEED GRAIN, barley, wheat, peas, green or damaged canola. Phone Gary 306-823-4493, Neilburg, SK. WANTED: OFF-GRADE PULSES, oil seeds and cereals. All organic cereals and specialty crops. Prairie Wide Grain, Saskatoon, SK., 306-230-8101, 306-716-2297.

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Available at Magnum Fabricating & our dealers

WANTED: TWO 20.8x34 tractor tires, in good condition. Phone 306-771-2814 evenings, Edenwold , SK.

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HAY FOR SALE: Can deliver. Belle Plain Colony, Belle Plain, SK, ask for Paul 306-501-9204.

WANTED: 20.8X34 TRACTOR tires; Also 16.9x26 and 21.5x16.1 tires. Phone 204-773-2868, Russell, MB.

C H E C K O U T O U R p a r t s s p e c i a l s at www.Maximinc.Com/parts or call Maxim Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946.

GOT FROZEN PIPES? We can help. www.arcticblaster.com Call 403-638-3934, Sundre, AB.

BALE PICKER, TRUCK mount; hopper feeders; cattle scales. New and used bale scales. 306-445-2111, North Battleford, SK. Website: www.eliasscales.com

CRAMER LIVESTOCK NUTRITION, backgrounder pellets, cow maintenance pellets, feedlot supplements and cattle minerals.

Avail. in bulk delivery on short notice across SK and AB. Doug 306-520-3553, Tony 306-520-4277, Roger 306-741-5577. cramerlivestock.com

MR. TIRE CORP. Call for all your tire needs. Serving all of Saskatchewan. Call Mylo at 306-921-6555.

SCRAPER AND LOADER TIRES available.

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FARM EQUIPMENT OPERATORS who are motivated, required near Kamsack, SK. for seeding, spraying, spring tillage. Successful candidates may need to work long hours and weekends, but will be offered a competitive wage. Call 306-590-8537 or email resume to: bcgeerts@execulink.com

FARM LABOUR REQUIRED for livestock operation. Grade 12, driver’s license, exp. in driving and servicing machinery. Smoke FARM EMPLOYEE IN South-Central SK free environment. $15/hr. Housing avail.

Upland Organics is currently looking to hire Lyle Lumax 204-525-2263, Swan River, MB a permanent full-time farm employee. We are a modern family-owned certified organFARM/RANCH employee reic grain farm located near Wood Mountain. FULL-TIME to operate farm equipment, cattle Duties include operating farm machinery quired handling, and general farm work. Drivers and equipment to assist in field operations, license abstract available upon request, equipment repair, cleaning and mainte- single or family accommodations including nance and general farm work as required. utilities. 403-575-0712 or fax resume to Flexible hours and competitive wages start- 403-577-2263, Consort, AB. ing at $20/hr. Email resumes to allison@uplandorganics.ca Website: FARM LABOURERS - Seasonal to Full-Time www.uplandorganics.ca machinery operators wanted. Duties RANCH HERDSMAN/ FOREMAN: Looking include: seeding, spraying, haying, silageand harvest with modern machinery. ing for person who has vast experience with a mixed farm/ ranch operation. Must be a Previous farm experience and mechanical self-motivated person that can work inde- ability an asset. Class 1 or 3 and must pendently or with a team, always striving submit drivers abstract. Competitive wages for attention to detail, both at work, and depending on experience. Interested applipersonally. Industry leading salary will be cants email: danlynn@telus.net or phone determined with experience. Accommoda- 780-753-4406, 780-753-6597, Provost, AB. tions are new. Ranch equipment and facilities are well kept. May be opportunity for FULL-TIME FARM LABOURER HELP. spouse employment if the fit is right. Call Applicants should have previous farm ex403-540-3186 or 403-932-5980. Or visit: perience and mechanical ability. Duties incl. operation of machinery, including www.hamiltonfarms.ca tractors, truck driving and other farm SHOP SERVICE PERSON for large grain equipment, as well as general farm laborer farm. Duties to include: servicing modern duties. $12-$18/hr. depending on experifarm equipment, highway tractors and ve- e n c e . C o n t a c t W a d e F e l a n d a t hicles. Strong mechanical abilities neces- 701-263-1300, Antler, North Dakota. sary. Full-time year round position. Wages negotiable depending on experience, NEEDED: FARM HELP, Chore Boy, Camp abilities, and tickets. Email/fax resume to: Cook and Assistant, Guides and Packers owen.c@sasktel.net 306-267-4526, for the summer. If interested please call phone 306-267-4484, Coronach, SK. 403-762-5454, Banff, AB.

EXPERIENCED EQUIPMENT OPERATOR required for seeding near Gravelbourg, SK, Apr 20 - May 30, $7500. Clean and modern DAIRY AND GRAIN FARM requires fullaccommodation provided. Resume/ refer- time employee. Duties include milking ences to: farmcontractworker@gmail.com cows, feeding calves, general mainteHighly competitive wages. Please LOOKING FOR FARM EQUIPMENT opera- nance. tor. experience with operating large farm call 306-259-2171, Young, SK. equipment. Needed for driving tractor with RELIABLE FARM LABOURER required for air seeder and driving combine at harvest seasonal work on grain farm near Plenty, times, with various jobs in between. Me- SK. Valid driver's license and demonstrated chanical skills and Class 1A license an as- experience with large-scale farm equipset. Call Rick 306-463-9441, Brock, SK. ment required. 306-955-7112, email to: olsonlaw@sasktel.net WANTED: SEASONAL WORKER for general farm duties. Require clean driving record in Class 5. Anyone with a 1A is given preference. 1 to 2 years experience required. Duties to include but not limited to: seeding, spraying and harvesting crops, service machinery (including in-field repairs). Must be reliable and work long hours during busy season. April 1 to Dec. 31, 2015. Non-smoker please. Send resume to: Box 5002, c/o The Western Producer, Saskatoon, SK S7K 2C4.

PERMANENT FULL-TIME POSITION on cattle and hay ranch, near Merritt, BC. Involves: Calving; Range riding: Hay and silage crops: Feeding and machinery operation. Experience necessary. Great career opportunity for a young motivated person interested in all aspects of ranching. Opportunity for advancement. Housing and benefits included. Please send resume to: info@ranchland.ca or fax to 250-378-4956

BEEKEEPER’S HELPERS (6), for the 2015 season May to Oct, $12-$15/hr depending on experience. Contact Ron Althouse, 306-278-2747, Porcupine Plain, SK.

FARM LABOURER, FULL-TIME or seasonal.

Must be able to operate and maintain large farm machinery, air drill, high clearance sprayer, combines, large tractors, tandem and semi trucks. Must have valid drivers license, computer knowledge, mechanical skills and physically fit. Wage $15-$25/hr. depending upon experience.

Housing available. Apply to: Oberle Farms Ltd. c/o Wayne, Box 615, Shaunavon, SK. S0N 2M0. Email: woberle@yourlink.ca Ph 306-297-2095 or Wayne, 306-297-7996.

LOOKING TO HIRE FULL-TIME EMPLOY to work on our seed farm at Semans, SK. Applicant must have a valid driver’s license, 1A would be an asset. Should be mechanically inclined and able to run modern farm equipment. Have a good attitude and willing to learn. Call Grant at 306-524-4339 home, 306-524-2155 work, 306-746-7336 cell.

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FULL-TIME RANCH HAND required on large, progressive cow/calf operation near Williams Lake, BC. Previous farming and cattle experience preferred, but willing to train the right individual. Valid driver's license required. Newer fleet JD equipment.

Single or family housing provided. Position available immediately. Please fax resume to 250-989-4244 or email to: springfieldranchltd@gmail.com 250-989-4281.

CLEANING PLANT MANAGER in SouthCentral SK. Creekside Grain Cleaning is currently looking to hire a permanent fulltime manager. We are a new grain cleaning facility located near Wood Mountain.

Duties include operating cleaning equipment, receive and ship grain, create schedules and take bookings, perform cleanouts and change overs, invoicing and billing.

Wage negotiable depending on experience.

Email resume to: allison@uplandorganics.ca Website: FULL-TIME FARM LABOURER. Applicants www.creeksidegraincleaning.ca should have previous farm experience.

Duties include: plant, spray and harvest FULL-TIME CATTLE CHECKING Posicrops; operate and maintain farm equip- tions. Buffalo Plains Cattle Co. has pen ment; other general farm work. $15-$20/ checking positions available for our exhr. depending on experience. J L P Farms, panding feedlot w/new facilities. Job also 306-452-7743, Parkman, SK. includes pasture work in the summer.

Owned horses and tack preferred. No FULL-TIME FARM HELP wanted for green horses allowed. Competitive salary general labor on a large mixed farm. Hous- a n d g r o u p b e n e fi t s . F a x r e s u m e t o ing available. For more information call 306-638-3150, or for more info. ph Kristen 780-745-2540, Paradise Valley, AB. at 306-631-8769, Bethune, SK.

FLAT ROCK FARMS seeking applicants for short term and/or long term employment. Position can include: Helping on our Rolo, SK. farm; Joining our custom swathing crew; And/or operating transport trucks. Visit: www.goswath.com to apply or call: 306-776-2510. Fax 306-776-2517.

DO YOU THRIVE IN A FAST-PACED challenging environment? Grace Hill Farms Ltd. is looking for a permanent FT Mechanic/Maintenance Technician to join our team. 10,000 acre family-owned cert. organic grain farm and seed cleaning operation, located in SW SASK. Grace Hill comes with a well-equipped shop and service truck. If you are interested, we are looking for the following qualifications: Responsible for conducting and ensuring all preventative maintenance is complete; Repair and fix all equipment; Create and maintain parts inventory and communicate inventory needs with supervisor; Maintain all maintenance logs; Obey safety guidelines; Participate in field operations as required; Work well with other team members, building and maintaining positive working relationships; Journeyperson status an asset, equivalent experience will be considered. 1A license preferred, but not required. We offer: Excellent compensation package including a competitive wage of $65,000 to $85,000 annually based on experience, Sundays off year-round. Bonus program and subsidized modern housing!

Please send resume: wefarm@gracehill.ca or fax: 306-264-3726. Call 306-264-3721 for more information.

PERMANENT EMPLOYMENT on large grain farm and producer car loading business.

Duties include farm machinery operation and maintenance in large, well equipped shop, loading of cars, and cleaning grain in 2 modern grain elevators. Modern, 4 bdrm house in town available as part of wage package. Wages starting at $20 to $25/hr.

FARM WORKER/TRUCKER wanted. Look- Class 1A an asset but willing to train. Ph. ing for a full-time year round hard working 306-264-7869, fax 306-264-5176, Kincaid, farm worker. Our farm is located 18.6 SK, email: gdmfarms@xplornet.com FULL-TIME FARM SUPERVISOR needed on miles north of Shaunavon, SK. We offer benefits and pay competitive wages. Can- FARM MANAGER/ LABOURER for our row crop farm in Southern AB. Duties: Codidate should have farm experience and 4000 acre contemporary grain farm ordinate and supervise general farm workA1 License. New hire will be required to with current equipment. We are looking ers and harvesting labourers. Supervise perform all types of farm tasks: Trucking, for a self-motivated experienced person to harvest operations. Develop work schedoperating machinery and other daily du- run our farm. Experienced in all farm ac- ules and establish procedures. Maintain ties. Please contact us at: 306-297-8846 tivities including seeding, spraying, har- quality control and production records. or email: resume including qualifications vesting, etc., as required. Mechanical apti- Perform general farm duties. Have at least 3 years experience as supervisor on potato: cropfarmjob@gmail.com tude and welding skills considered assets. toes farm. Have a good technical knowlApplicant should have good communica- edge of growing potatoes. Agricultural, votion skills and be able to manage one or cational or college education. Wage more employees. Valid driver’s license is $18/hour. Email: jakegff@hotmail.com required. Nine hour days, except variations PO Box 4304, Stn Main, Taber, AB T1G 2C7 dictated by season, and weather, or job timeliness. Weekends off except when the SEASONAL FULL-TIME HELP wanted on farm work dictates otherwise. Position can grain farm near Fort Qu’Appelle, SK. Must be full-time or seasonal, negotiable. Wag- have Class 1A license, duties include operes $20-$30/hr. We would consider, for the ating trucks/trailers, farm equipment, serright employee, help in getting started vicing and general labor. Experience prefarming or a co-farming arrangement. ferred, but will train motivated individual.

Contact Stan or Donna Yaskiw, Birtle, MB., Criminal record check required. Prefer 204-796-1400 or 204-842-5252. non-smoker. Wages $17-$21/hr depending on experience. Please fax resume with FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT available on three references, criminal record check large mixed farm and cattle operation, and drivers abstract to: 306-332-5682 or near Lafleche, SK. Ability to operate and call: 306-596-5744. maintain newer large farm and cattle equipment. Also willing to work with and WOULD YOU BE interested in working fullfeed cattle. Class 1A an asset. Opportunity time on a working ranch? We are looking to get into cattle for right person. Housing for someone who has a farm/ranch backavailable. Wages based on experience. Ph. ground. We use horses, but not all the 306-642-7801, fax 306-472-3272, e-mail: time. Some mechanical skills would be renesagsprayltd@hotmail.com beneficial. We use and operate some equipment. Experience with baling, loadGENERAL FARM LABOURER for our ers and a feed wagon would be useful. We 4000 acre contemporary grain farm are located north of Lloydminster, AB. and w/current equipment. We are looking for housing is a possibility. Health Care Plan is a self-motivated experienced Farm Labour- available after 3 months. We pay by the er. Experience in all farm activities includ- hour. Every 2nd weekend off (excluding ing driving trucks, tractors and using farm busy times). Please call, phone or email equipment an asset. Other duties would with your resume, including work referbe: machinery and building maintenance, ences plus a driver’s abstract. Hill 70 yard and farm work. Must be able to work Quantock Ranch, Bill and Sherry Creech, with limited supervision. Would be willing 7 8 0 - 8 7 5 - 8 7 9 4 , 7 8 0 - 8 7 1 - 4 9 4 7 , f a x to train. Valid drivers license is required. 780-875-8332, info@hill70quantock.com Position can be full-time or seasonal, negotiable. 8 hours a day unless dictated by FARM HELPER WANTED for a mixed the season or weather. Some weekend farming operation. Assist with the calving work is required. Wages $17-$21/hour de- season. Must have a valid driver’s license pending on experience and ability. Contact and be able to operate farm equipment, S t a n o r D o n n a Ya s k i w, B i r t l e , M B . accommodation available. Bonnyville, AB., 204-796-1400, 204-842-5252.

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CALVING HELP Westwood Land & Cattle Ltd. is a large mixed farming and ranching operation located at Moosomin, SK. We are currently seeking aggressive experienced individuals for both seasonal and full-time positions.

• applicants must have definite calving and/or livestock experience.

• must have valid driver’s licence (Class 1A a definite asset) • must be reliable and willing to work long hours and weekends.

• Excellent paying short term position, possibility of long term employment.

Please submit resume or contact: Kevin Woods • 306-435-7313 (cell); 306-435-4833 (fax) k.woods2@rfnow.com

YOUCK ACRES LTD. is looking for 3 fulltime grain farm workers for 4700 acres grainland located in Strasbourg, SK. PO Box 657, S0G 4V0. Applicant must have drivers license and general knowledge in operating farm machinery. Main duties of job are planting, fertilizing, detecting disease in crops, cultivating, spraying, and harvesting crops. Winter duties are hauling grain, snow removal for bin yards, and maintenance on machines. Employer will train if needed. Wage $18/hr. plus benefits, Blue Cross, WCB. Email resume to: Colin at youckacresltd@yahoo.ca FULL-TIME POSITION ON mixed grain farm. Must have experience with large e q u i p m e n t . H o u s i n g ava i l a b l e . C a l l 306-436-7703, Milestone, SK.

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Join us at Big River Farms. Looking for a full-time person passionate about agriculture and willing to learn. Must be able to problem solve, have a positive attitude and be self motivated. Will be involved in all aspects of our operation from running the latest in farming equipment to general farm work. Agric. experience an asset but willing to train the right person. Mechanic, welding, and carpenter skills considered assets, also Class 1 driver’s, experience with chemical or leaf cutter bees. Housing available. Weekends and evenings off except during seeding, spraying, and harvest.

Please email resume and expected wages to dannyf@live.ca or call 780-841-1496, Fort Vermilion, AB. HELP WANTED ON farm and ranch. Experience preferred. Wages based on experience. Room and board possible. No texts.

Please call 403-350-4089, Red Deer, AB. OPPORTUNITY FOR THE right, ambitious, motivated rancher looking to work into a partnership on a South Sask. ranch, Housing available. Class 1 preferred. Should have extensive working knowledge in cow/calf operations and handling, and be mechanically inclined. Fax resumes to: 306-476-2086, or heuston@xplornet.com LARGE GRAIN FARMING ENTERPRISE requires employee to operate farm equipment and do general farm work. Preferably 1A license and mechanically inclined. This is a full-time position. Wages negotiable depending on abilities and experience.

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AARTS ACRES, 2500 sow barn near Solsgirth, MB. is seeking experienced Breeding and Farrowing Technicians. The successful applicant must possess necessary skills, an aptitude for the care and handling of animals, good communication skills and ability to work as part of a highly productive team. Fax resume to: 204-842-3273 or call 204-842-3231 for application form.

2000 HEAD COW/CALF ranch in Northern BC., seeking Farm Boss: Must have extensive farming experience, knowledge and mechanical skills. Class 1 license an asset.

Competitive wages and good benefits in- 2 SEASONAL FARM MACHINERY operators cluding housing. Serious applicants call required. Must be able to operate grain cart, tandem grain truck, FWA tractor Jeff, Siphon Creek Ranch, 250-467-0898. w/rockpicker, 4WD tractor for harrowing.

FULL-TIME POSITION on cow/calf op- Also manual labour for upkeep of leafcuteration, exp. with horses, calving operat- ter bees and general servicing of equiping, haying and feeding, equipment pre- ment. May 1 to October 31. $15-$18/hr. ferred. House with utilities supplied. 101008187 SK Ltd., Wadena, SK. Fax or 403-577-0011, Consort, AB. Send resume email Corey Fehr at: 306-338-3733; cfehr9860@hotail.com w/references to: u2dryad4@hotmail.com LARGE FARM/ RANCH Central Alberta: Cattle and grain operation requires fulltime permanent help. Must have farm experience. Cattle handling, machinery operation and maintenance, fencing and welding skills are an asset. Good wages and house available for committed employee. Send resume by fax: 780-376-0000 or email: marie@rawesranches.com or call for info 780-376-2241, Strome, AB. FARM HELP WANTED. All Canadian Grain, near Lafleche, SK, is looking to hire someone for the upcoming growing season.

Duties include equipment maintenance/ operation, grain hauling and other farm duties related to seeding, spraying and harvest. This is a full-time position paying $20/hr. Medical benefits will be provided.

Must have a class 1A drivers license. Email resume and references to: shawn@allcanadiangrain.com or fax: 306-472-5581. www.allcanadiangrain.com

HUNTING GUIDES AND Waterfowl Spotters Needed. Wage negotiable. Will train. April - May and Sept. - Nov. Driver’s license and own vehicle required. Age, sex and physical abilities not important. Spotters locate hunt-able populations of ducks and geese and get landowner permission.

Call 605-578-1222, Sask, South of Regina.

RM OF LOREBURN No. 254 is seeking: 2 Seasonal Mower Operators. The Rural Municipality of Loreburn No. 254 invites applications for the position of 2 Seasonal Mower Operators for the upcoming season. Eligible applicants will have a valid driver license, basic mechanical aptitude and be able to work alone under supervision. The RM will train the right individual.

Salary will be negotiable depending on experience; as well the RM offers excellent health and dental benefits, short and long term disability and a pension plan. Please submit resumes with salary expectations, 3 references and driver’s abstract by Wednesday, March 11 to: RM of Loreburn No. 254, Box 40, Loreburn, SK. S0H 2S0, Phone: 306-644-2022, Fax: 306-644-2064, E-mail: rm254@sasktel.net

POSITION AVAILABLE, Cypress Hills, SK. area. Background yearling grasser operation and cow/calf. Modern facilities and equipment. Good working environment.

Class 1 preferred. Wages negotiable depending on experience. 306-295-7473.

ASSISTANT CROP FARM Manager. CP Farms Ltd. is looking to fill a full-time, permanent FULL-TIME RANCH HAND for purebred position on our 2000 acre row crop farm, and commercial cow/calf operation and close to Taber, AB. Wages $4200/month. feedlot. This is long term employment for Agricultural university, drivers licence, the right person. Wages negotiable de- chemical application certificate, min. 1 year pending on experience. Must be self-moti- experience. Box 417, Barnwell, AB. T0K 0B0. vated and have the ability to work with 403-223-5475. others. 1A license and mechanical abilities a n a s s e t . F a x o r e m a i l r e s u m e t o : SEASONAL APIARY WORKERS, 4 positions 3 0 6 - 2 6 7 - 4 5 2 6 , owe n . c @ s a s k t e l . n e t available, located 10 miles east of Saskaphone 306-267-4484, Coronach, SK. toon on Hwy. 5, must have transportation to work site and driver's license. Hive mainFOOTHILLS CATTLE RANCH Permanent, tenance, harvesting, and extraction of year-round position in SW Alberta. Must honey. Queen rearing experience a great be experienced with cattle and haying asset, general apiary maintenance, equipequipment. Good housing, good equip- ment and repair. Must be physically fit and ment, good wages. Need good help. Burke be able to lift heavy boxes. Be available to Creek Ranch Ltd., Claresholm, AB. Email work long hours, evenings, holidays, and resume to: rick.burton@xplornet.ca or fax: weekends. $13/hr., minimum 40 hours a 403-625-3583 or phone: 403-625-2234. week. Email: a.j.robertson@sasktel.net

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Oil Pressure Services Ltd. Now hiring for

FULL TIME JOURNEYMAN or 3RD YEAR HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC. Full benefit package. Competitive wages. Regular schedule.

Steel View is a rapidly expanding Oilfield Trucking Company with branches in Chauvin AB. and Macklin SK. Position will be based out of Chauvin AB. Please email resumes to

john@stlview.ca

ASSISTANT FARM MANAGER: Pawluk Ag Ventures Ltd. of Birtle, MB is currently seeking candidates for the full-time position of Assistant Farm Manager. Successful candidate will be responsible for: Performing all major farming operations (seeding, spraying, and harvesting) with attention to detail. Understand and be able to fluently operate John Deere AMS software or comparable, as well as be mechanically inclined. Interested applicants send resume to: mpawluk@mts.net 204-773-6655.

ASSISTANT POTATO FARM Manager. We have a full-time opportunity on our 400 acre seed and fresh operation situated near Edmonton, Alberta. Experience in the potato industry is a requirement. Wage based on qualifications. Contact us for a more detailed role description. 780-975-1518.

FULL-TIME SEASONAL POSITIONS available at Wendell Honey, 1 mile east of MacNutt, SK. Transportation provided from there to various bee yards. 12 Apairy Technicians required from April 13 to mid Oct., 2015. Duties: Help with Spring check, hive assessment and manipulation; pest and disease control; grafting, making nucs and raising queens; assemble equipment; super hives; harvest honey; keep field production records; maintain bee yards; Fall feeding, assessment and treatments; wrap bees. Experience with bees necessary. Work is physically demanding.

Wages $15-$19/hour depending on experience. Possible production bonus; 12 Apairy Workers required May 18 to mid Oct. 2015. Duties: Assemble equipment; help super hives; harvest honey; maintain bee yards; Fall feeding and wrap bees. No experience required. Wage $11-$15/hour depending on experience. Possible production bonus. Email Isabel Wendell at isy@wendell.ca fax resume 204-564-2568, phone 204-937-7767 or mail: 3012352 Manitoba Ltd. c/o Wendell Honey, Box 1439, Roblin, MB. R0L 1P0.

ASSISTANT HUNTING GUIDE in NW BC. Sugar Valley Outfitters is hiring an experienced hunting guide. Applicant must have: experience hunting Moose, Goat, Caribou, Wolf, Grizzly and Black Bear, all skills needed for staying in the bush for consecutive days or weeks, outgoing and professional.

Base Atlin, BC. Salary starts at $5500.

Seasonal position July-October 2015. svoscott@gmail.com

GRATTON COUL EE AGRIPARTS L TD. Is a pro gre s s ive , e xpa n d in g a gric u ltu ra l s a lva ge pa rts c o m pa n y s pe c ia lizin g in la te m o d e l tra c to r a n d c o m b in e pa rts a n d lo c a te d a tIrm a , Alb e rta .

W e a re looking for

M E CH ANICAL AS S E M BL E R S

(4 va ca n cies ) Perm a n en t, fu ll tim e p o s itio n s -44 hrs p er w eek. S a la ry $19.25 to $20.00/hr.

Va lid d rivers licen s e.

Previo u s exp erien ce a n a s s et.

To a pply fo r a po s itio n w ith u s , plea s e e-m a il res u m e to : m a rc@ gcpa rts .co m o r s en d fa x to 78 0-754-2333 Atten tio n : Alvin W a n n echk o EAGLE CREEK REGIONAL PARK- May 1 to Sept. 30, 2015 requires maintenance persons and office staff. Duties include grass cutting, cleaning of washrooms and park entrance. Couples welcome. Management training available. Ph. 306-230-4221. Send resumes to: Box 182, Asquith, SK, S0K 0J0

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RANCH HAND NEEDED. Seeking ranch hand to calve out 350 head of cattle starting March 1 - April 30. Employment could be extended. Must have cattle handling experience. Accommodations provided. Wages depend on experience. Ranch located 25 min. north of Lloydminster. Please contact Ryan Noble for inquiries, 306-839-7949.

FARM WORKER: FULL-TIME hired hand required on mixed cow/calf/grain farm (in North Central Alberta). Accommodations and utilities supplied. Wages negotiable.

780-786-2903.

FARM MECHANIC: Small feedlot and grain operation looking for a mechanic for repair and maintenance on farm equipment and trucks. Ticket not required, but experience is. Applicant could run equip. in busy time of year, but not a requirement.

New shop, competitive wages, WMC, benefit package, housing available. Farm located near Stony Plain, AB., 45 minutes We s t o f E d m o n t o n . F a x r e s u m e t o : 780-968-0681, dercamfarms@gmail.com LOOKING FOR MANAGER to open a newly renovated 140 seat restaurant in Medicine Hat, AB. Ideal for qualified couple. Please fax 403-526-7538.

FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE NEEDED for grain farm at Milden, SK. Experience operating large equipment. Class 1A an asset.

Must be able to work well with others.

Email resume to: jensen@yourlink.ca or call Graham: 306-935-4523, 306-831-7514.

EXPERIENCED PASTURE RIDER wanted.

Onefour Grazing Association is seeking a qualified pasture rider for the 2015 grazing season commencing April through to October, near Manyberries, Alberta. For details please call: 403-344-2588, 403-421-0247.

SUNWOLD FARMS, ONTARIO, Canada is seeking an Assistant Manager for their 2800 Sow Farrow to Wean Unit located outside of London, ON. Applicant must have min. 3 years sow farm experience and be able to assist in managing a staff of 9. Salary dependent on experience, $36,000. to $40,000. per year and benefits at the time of hire. Responsibilities will be, but not limited to: Assisting with day to day operation of the farm. Staffing -Helping supervise and organize staff, staff evaluations, and training. Ensuring a positive fun working environment. Inventory -All paperwork, recording of pig movements, balancing inventory at month end. Successful applicant will have the full support of the Farm Manager and Senior Production Manager.

Position reports to Farm Manager. Please fax resume 403-546-3101 Att: Trish Hyshka or email: trish.hyshka@sunterra.ca 403-546-3224.

GENERAL MANAGER: TO manage a retail store with grocery, hardware and gas pump.

Also will oversee a 1500 hive honey bee operation. 306-277-2042.

AGRIVENTURE: DON’T JUST VISIT, LIVE IT! Australian, European and New Zealand farmers host and employ young adults 18-30 on dairy, crop, beef and sheep operations. Spring, summer, fall programs open. www.agriventure.com 1-888-598-4415.

PARTS PERSO N REQ UIRED W ellEsta blished M u ltilin e Agricu ltu ra lDea lership in Ea st Cen tra lAlberta IsLo o kin g Fo rAn Ho n est,Aggressive & Am bitio u s

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ASSISTANT HUNTING GUIDE in NE BC: Scoop Lake Outfitters is hiring a seasonal experienced hunting guide. Applicant must have the following: Experience hunting sheep and elk, fencing, all appropriate wilderness skills, cleanliness and good communication. Camp is 100 air miles SE of the YT. R & B is provided. Salary starts at $5500 Seasonal position runs Apr -Oct 250-491-1885, www.scooplake.com

Agricu ltu ra lBa ckgro u n d a n d Co m pu terExperien ce W o u ld Be An Asset.

Fu ll-Tim e Po sitio n , $15 to $20 per ho u r.Ben efits,(a fter6 m o n th perio d ).

ALKALI LAKE RANCH - Caretaker Position ideally suited to semi-retired couple with ranch experience to look after beautiful 14 bdrm. house located at the home ranch approx. 40 minutes south west of Williams Lake, BC. Should be willing to operate small B&B operation during summer months. Full or part-time work also available on the ranch. Housing provided in self-contained 2 bedroom unit top floor of building. If interested please email resumes to pbraig@douglaslake.com No phone calls please. www.douglaslake.com

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR/ Maintenance Worker. The RM of Chaplin #164 invites applications for Equipment Operator/ Maintenance Worker to commence spring 2015. Must have a valid driver’s license; PME Certifiable and comply with Employee Policies. Please provide resume with expected salary, 2 work related references and availability. Fax 306-395-2767 Email rm164@sasktel.net Thank you to all that apply, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. More info call the RM Office at 306-395-2244, Chaplin SK

Plea se Fo rw a rd Resu m es to M a rc a t G ra tto n Co u lee Agri Pa rts Ltd ., B o x 4 1,Irm a ,AB T0B 2H 0 o r S en d Fa x to 780-75 4 -2333.

ofEd m on ton , Alb erta is cu rren tly lookin g for

* R o u ghn ecks *Derrick Ha n d s * Drillers * S ho p Perso n n el F orthe w in terseason an d p ossib le lon g term em p loym en t.

T rackhoe, Backhoe, Class 3 L icen se an asset.

W illin g to T rain .

P lease fax resu m e to:

SALES AGRONOMIST. The Co-operative Retailing System (CRS) is a unique, multibillion dollar organization based on the fundamental principles of co-operation. It is comprised of a network of approximately 250 autonomous retail Co-operatives across Western Canada along with their branch operations, and Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL). FCL is the wholesaling/manufacturing arm of the CRS, which provides the retail co-ops with a range of products and services. Palliser Plains Co-operative Association Limited presently serves the Saskatchewan communities of Craik, Tugaske, Central Butte, and Shamrock. Palliser Plain Co-op is committed to community growth and development locally investing $2.4 million in 2014. Accelerated company growth has prompted the recruitment of a Sales Agronomist. The successful applicant for Sales Agronomist will be responsible for: Providing agronomic information and recommendations to local area farmers and ranchers; Planning and conducting product information seminars and field demonstrations; Working directly with product supplier representatives to meet sales targets; Execute chemical warehouse management (including the lifting of 50 lbs); Providing field scouting services in annual crop and perennial forage systems; Sales and service of crop protection products, agricultural equipment, and livestock nutrition and feed; Promoting the CO-OP and CO-OP AGTEAM brands; Other duties as assigned.

Applicants that have a strong agricultural background including a post-secondary diploma or degree in agriculture science or agricultural business will be strongly considered. Applicants should possess excellent communication, customer service, and organizational skills. Applicants with Professional Agrologists (PAg.) or Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) designations (or the ability to achieve them) will also be strongly considered. Palliser Plains Co-op offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefit package, and excellent opportunities for advancement within the org a n i z a t i o n . We a r e c o m m i t t e d t o developing our staff through extensive training programs in house, within the agricultural industry, and with our partners at FCL. The successful candidate will promote our brand and services from our modern crop protection facilities located in Central Butte and Shamrock. Please submit resume and cover letter to: Box 100, Tugaske, SK., S0H 4B0. For more information please contact: Drew Fowler PAg., Crop Protection Division Manager, email: d.fowler@palliserplainscoop.ca 306-759-7888, www.palliserplainscoop.ca

780 - 9 62 - 685 2 orem a il to: cnernb erg@p recis ecros s ings .com 12 INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE Painters needed. Full-time year round work in Blackfalds and various locations in Alberta, $24.30-35.00/hour to start depending on experience plus benefits: disability, dental and extended medical insurance after 3 months probation. Wage increases based on performance. Min. 3 years experience with spray painting and sandblasting. Duties: painting, coating, sandblasting, sanding, and hydro-blasting. Must be able to pass drug and alcohol screenings. Apply at Hall Industrial Contracting, Burbank Industrial Park, Site #9, Box 147, Blackfalds, AB. T0M 0J0, fax or email: 403-885-8886, wayne@hallindustrialcontracting.com

Combine World is hiring: BASIC MECHANIC: • Pre-1980’s equipment repair knowledge.

No computer diagnosis requirements.

• Dismantle and repair gearboxes, transmissions and components.

• Basic mechanical, structure, electrical and hyd. Trouble shooting.

• Equipment maintenance, grease jobs, oil changes, preventative maintenance.

• Operate forklifts, telehandlers, FEL tractors, etc.

• Lots of “nuts and bolts” practical experience.

We know your time is valuable. We’ll cover $250 when you come for an interview.

We pay above industry standards, provide health and pension benefits and a safe, clean workplace.

Check out our job video on www.youtube.com and search

combineworldcanada Apply via email at

careers@combineworld.com or txt/phone Coleman: 306-229-9507

LOOKING FOR LEASED Operators to run flatdeck across Canada, province wide and the US. Call Denise 306-757-1448, Regina, SK. or email to: denise@shadowlines.com SELECT CLASSIC CARRIERS immediately requires Leased Operators with new model 1 ton and 5 ton straight trucks/ tractors and Company Drivers. One ton operators that will run just AB, BC and SK. Tr a n s p o r t i n g RV s / g e n e r a l f r e i g h t , USA/Canada. Clean abstract required.

Competitive rates. Fuel surcharge/benefits. Call 1-800-409-1733.

CLASS 1 DRIVERS, year round work, top wages, safety bonuses, new equipment, health plan. Will also train new drivers for hauling livestock or gravel in Canada or to USA. 403-625-4658, Claresholm, AB. WANTED: DRIVERS/OWNER Operators for grain and fertilizer hauling, based in Kenaston, SK. Phone Leon at TLC Trucking 306-252-2004 or 306-567-8377.

SEEKING CLASS 1A drivers, for short term and/or long term employment. Competitive starting wage, with raises and bonuses based on performance. Short haul routes local to Regina/Moose Jaw, SK. Home evenings and weekends. Call: 306-776-2510 or Fax: 306-776-2517.

FULL-TIME HD OR AG Journeyman and Apprentice mechanic needed. JD Ag Equipment experience is an asset. Will pay up to $35/hr. depending on experience, year end bonus, overtime available. Call Jamie at 306-259-1212, 306-946-9864, Young, SK. or jamie640@hotmail.com

CLASS 1 DRIVER WANTED. Seeking motivated Class 1 driver. Should be able to cross the border. We offer both local and long distance work. Loader experience an a s s e t . N o S u n d ay wo r k . C a l l H a r r y 403-382-1082. Fax or email resume and abstract to: 403-824-3040, Nobleford, AB. harry@vandenberghay.ca AG MECHANIC AND PARTS person required for a Versatile/Massey Ferguson dealership, located 35 mins from Saskatoon, SK. Offering health plan and newer shop. Full service community with K-12 school and daycare. Wages based on expe- EXPERIENCED RANCH HAND seeking emrience. Fax resume to: 306-237-4466 or ployment on ranch or mixed farm, in southern AB. Call 403-715-8973. email: scott@camdonmotors.com

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EQUINE EXPO

Horse wounds can harbour hidden dangers Puncture wounds can cause gangrene or tetanus

BY WILLIAM DEKAY SASKATOON NEWSROOM

Wounds on a horse are like real estate, says a veterinary surgeon.

It’s all about location, location, location.

“Above all, where the wound is very important,” Suzanne Mund of the University of Saskatchewan’s Western College of Veterinary Medicine said Feb. 15 during the Saskatchewan Equine Expo in Saskatoon.

“If it’s over or near any joints, that deserves a phone call (to a vet).”

The size of the wound doesn’t matter as much as where it is on the horse’s body. An innocent looking wound can turn out to be serious.

“Puncture wounds are potentially worse than lacerations,” she said.

“Just because a wound is larger, but in a safer place, isn’t as bad as a tiny little puncture wound that is over top of a joint.”

An infected joint is not only difficult to treat but it can often lead to lameness, which affects a horse’s future use.

“Those are the ones that get me most worried,” she said.

“When a client says, ‘he’s really lame, doesn’t want to put any weight on it, but I don’t see anything wrong.

There’s maybe a little scab overtop of his knee.’ That makes me think there was a little puncture wound.”

Puncture wounds become dangerous because they can carry debris into the bottom of the wound but then appear to have healed.

“Sometimes the outside will heal before the inside and that sets up an environment for abscessations, or increasing the risk for diseases such as gangrene or tetanus,” she said.

Mund said the wound also becomes virtually invisible, which is also dangerous.

“If they’re very tiny and the horse

SUZANNE MUND VETERINARY SURGEON

gets swelling over that area, the swelling can close the hole right up, so you can’t find it all. They can very easily drag bacteria into a joint or other vital structures,” she said.

“Puncture wounds are like icebergs. What you can see on the outside is only a little bit of what actually goes on deep below.”

Mund said a horse owner who finds a stick stuck in the animal’s leg should contact a veterinarian before removing the stick.

“Don’t clean the wound unless advised by your vet,” she said.

“It kind of seems backwards, but your vet will clean it. In case it’s a puncture wound, you don’t want to push any more debris farther into the wound, and if it’s over a joint, you don’t want to push anything into it.”

Mund said lacerations can look scary, but they are straightforward to treat and generally heal well without further difficulties if managed properly.

“The best location if your horse is going to cut itself is someplace on the body like the shoulder or overtop of their rump because you know that you can suture them,” she said.

“They’ll heal down really well and it’s unlikely they’ll have complications and they’ll probably hardly have a scar afterwards.”

She said it’s also important to keep vaccinations current, particularly for tetanus.

“Horses are very susceptible to tetanus, and they get exposed to tetanus when they have a wound,” she said.

Third year student Natasha Borowski, left, helps identify parts of a horse’s skull to Olivia Koebel, 10, and Abby Goddard, 11, from Swift Current, Sask., at the University of Saskatchewan Western College of Veterinary Medicine’s booth during the Equine Expo held in Saskatoon Feb. 14. | WILLIAM DEKAY PHOTO “It doesn’t matter where you are in the world, it’s everywhere.”

Disease symptoms include tight muscles, elevated tail, standing posture that looks like a rocking horse, head out and drooling because the animal can’t swallow.

“Once a horse is tetanus, it’s very unusual for them to recover,” she said. “It’s almost always a pure prognosis.”

Many of the wounds Mund has seen in Western Canada involved barbed wire.

“Barbed wire isn’t necessarily a poor fencing choice. It’s just how you use it and maintain it,” she said.

“Barbed wire is better for large areas so the horses aren’t always close to a fence, whereas it’s probably best to use plank or smooth wire if you have a small area to fence off.”

Mund said western Canadian horse owners are more tolerant of their horse’s wounds than are owners in other places she has worked in North America.

“We in Western Canada have a bit more of a hands off approach,” she said.

“In some ways (it) is a better way to approach wounds because the more that you handle them and dress them, you can delay healing rather

than some very overly astute horse owners that are cleaning it everyday and rebandaging. Sometimes that can be more harmful because it stimulates proud flesh.”

She encouraged owners to contact a veterinarian if their horses are injured. Emailing photographs of the wound is also possible, she added.

“I always encourage people to call if they don’t know. Advice is free,” she said.

“Addressing a small problem now could prevent large problems in the future.” william.dekay@producer.com

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India weighs pros, cons and chooses irrigation dam P E D D A M E T TA PA L LY, I n d i a (Thomson Reuters Foundation) — Eight-year-old Sandhya Rani tries to walk faster. It is 6 p.m. already and soon the sun will set.

But the three water pitchers balanced on her shoulders, which she filled from a borehole well about half a kilometer from her home, slow the child down.

The well is the only source of drinking water for Rani’s family and neighbours in PeddaMettaPally village in southern India’s Andhra Pradesh state.

That will change in a few years when a proposed 50 metre high, 2.3 kilometre long dam on the Godavari River makes water more abundant in this region.

But Rani will not benefit.

Her home, and those of hundreds of thousands of other tribal people, will be drowned by the planned dam, and she and her family turned into what critics of the dam term “development refugees.”

The Polavaram dam, also known as the Indirasagar dam, is part of India’s

plan to inter-link its rivers and to collect more river runoff, largely to use for agricultural irrigation as climate change-related droughts worsen.

Prime minister Narendra Modi’s government sees the project as crucial to the country’s water and food security, but critics say its benefits are outweighed by its effects on the region’s environment and its people.

Maneka Gandhi, India’s minister for women and child development, called the plan “extremely dangerous” before taking office last year, saying it would destroy the local ecosystem and cause huge losses of land.

The proposed dam would divert 2.2 trillion litres of water a year from the Godavari River to the Krishna River, which would be enough to fill more than 2,000 Olympic swimming pools a day.

The diversion is designed to capture some of the 700 trillion litres of Godavari River water that now flows annually to the sea.

Officials say the saved water would irrigate more than 700,000 acres of land, while the dam would produce

960 megawatts of hydroelectricity.

The electrical generation would be a boost for Andhra Pradesh, which is seeking rapid development and to build a new capital city but has a shortfall of slightly more than 1,000 megawatts of generating capacity.

However, neighbouring states have objected to the plan, including Telangana, which in 2014 saw 130 of its villages transferred to Andhra Pradesh in anticipation of the project. All 130 would be submerged by the dam.

The states of Orissa and Chhattisgarh are also worried about potential environmental impacts, such as flooding within their borders and loss of forest and farmland. They oppose the dam, and Orissa has filed a Supreme Court case asking that the project be cancelled.

However, Venkaiah Naidu, India’s minster for urban development, said there is “no controversy over the dam whatsoever.”

Chandrababu Naidu, chief minister of Andhra Pradesh and a supporter of the dam, has asked the federal government to speed up approvals and

construction with the aim “to complete the project in the next four years.”

The government says building the dam will submerge 276 villages and displace 200,000 people, while activists say more than 300 villages will be destroyed and more than 300,000 people displaced.

People living in the threatened villages say don’t know what is to happen to them and their land.

“Until today, we haven’t received a single circular or notice from the government on the dam. We have no idea when it will be built, how exactly we will be affected and where we are going to be relocated. There is a complete information blackout,” said Bhanu Chandar, a 27-year old Koya tribal man who lives in Ummadivaram, a village of 627 people that would be submerged by the dam.

Chandra is a member of Adivasi Vidyarthi Sakshema Parishad, a tribal rights group.

Eru Kondalu, an anti-dam activist from neighboring Laxmipuram village, said the decision to drown the

villages follows a decade-long lack of government investment in them.

“No road, office or school has been built, no scheme introduced. The government is treating the villages here as lost cases,” he said.

The frustration of the tribal communities could fuel an existing Maoist insurgency in the region, analysts warn.

Madkami Sema, a Maoist leader in neighboring district of Sukma in Chhattiagarh, is one of those who oppose the dam.

The project “will only benefit some rich but will harm marginal farmers and tribal people. Instead of such a large dam, the government could build small dams and tanks to provide water for irrigation,” said Sema.

Some people living in the threatened villages, tired of the suspense over their fate, say they are ready to relocate.

“If we have to go, we will go,” said Kadasar Muttamma, a 55-year-old tribal farmer in Bhagwanpura village.

“But first, we want land for land.”

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Welcome to calving season Mike Sturk photos TOP and FAR LEFT: Cathy Flowers, left, stands guard, keeping a cow at bay while husband Charlie and Red Pearson vaccinate, ear tag and apply a medicinal spray to the cowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new calf at the Flowers farm west of High River, Alta.

LEFT: The newborn gets a nudge from another cow.

BELOW: Charlie lays down a bed of straw in a shelter for more new calves. They had 26 newborns with more than 200 expected.

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GOOD WEATHER

Alta. harvests record sugar beets Although yields were up, beet growers were critical of Lantic Sugar for failing to install ventilation

BY BARB GLEN LETHBRIDGE BUREAU

TABER, Alta. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Alberta sugar beet growers grew a record number of tonnes per acre last year, and ideal weather contributed to one of the shortest harvest seasons ever.

An average 28.51 tonnes per acre were harvested, and 17 to 19 percent sugar content was almost a record as well, said Alberta Sugar Beet Growers director Michel Camps,chair of the associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s agricultural committee.

He told the associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Feb. 18 annual meeting in Taber that growing conditions favoured beets last year, with only a few acres damaged by hail and frost.

Digging ran from Oct. 1-24, and 638,099 tonnes were harvested from 22,364 acres. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a great harvest,â&#x20AC;? said Gerald Third, the associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s executive director. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There was a great crop. It was brought off the fields in record time and stored.â&#x20AC;?

Director Gary Vucurevich, who reported on factory operations, said

processing began Oct. 9 and ended in mid-February, at least one month longer than expected. By then, the beets had deteriorated while sitting in piles and producer returns on sugar had been reduced.

Vucurevich said the Lantic sugar factory was unable to maintain an average processing rate of 250 tonnes per hour because of boiler problems and other mechanical issues.

Lantic agricultural superintendent Andrew Llewelyn-Jones said in a Feb. 19 interview that equipment issues werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t out of the ordinary this year.

He said there might have been â&#x20AC;&#x153;some slight reductionâ&#x20AC;? in slice rate because of equipment. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just normal factory operation, which happens in every processing facility,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153; You have equipment issues throughout campaigns, which we address promptly. But when you get a deteriorated beet, and it impacts the processing â&#x20AC;Ś that makes it even harder. So itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a combination of factors.â&#x20AC;?

Vucurevich said the factory also decided not to use ventilation equip-

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ment in the beet piles because it didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think it would be worthwhile for what it thought would be a short campaign. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With the benefit of hindsight, we now know that the decision not to ventilate was a poor one considering a processing campaign that extended well into the month of February,â&#x20AC;? said Vucurevich.

Third was less measured in his comments. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a disaster, as far as weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re concerned. An absolute disaster,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The factory never installed the ventilation because they determined that there was no value in it. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no value in it because of the way the growersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; contract is written. They donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get paid until the sugar is processed. If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get the sugar out of the beet, you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get paid.â&#x20AC;?

Growers are paid on the white granular sugar processed from the beets, rather than on byproducts such as molasses and pulp.

Llewelyn-Jones said ventilation equipment wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t installed this year because it wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t deemed useful in preventing beet deterioration. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have demonstrated over many years that thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no benefit to ventilation because the beets store just as well without it,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In a year like this, it might have helped, but for the growers, the benefit of ventilation would not have manifested itself because the deterioration was so significant.â&#x20AC;?

Llewelyn-Jones estimated that 1,000 tonnes of beets were lost in storage, which he said isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t much against a total harvest of more than 638,000 tonnes.

He said growers would still have been paid on the basis of the contractâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s extraction guarantee, whether or not ventilation was used in the stored beets.

The extraction guarantee is a formula devised that beet growers association president Rob Boras said covers growers for 82 percent factory efficiency. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It falls short when we have a tremendous quality crop like we did this year, and we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t realize the 90 percent plus benefit of it,â&#x20AC;? said Boras. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a backstop, but it seems like more often than not it becomes the top as opposed to the bottom.â&#x20AC;?

Boras said the guarantee would likely be discussed during contract negotiations.

Vucurevich said pile storage was variable at the dumping stations with those in Taber and Vauxhall particularly poor. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Wide temperature swings resulted in considerable deterioration of these piles as the campaign stretched into January,â&#x20AC;? he said.

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SUGAR BEETS

Growers’ seek new master agreement

BY BARB GLEN LETHBRIDGE BUREAU

Good weather in Alberta produced high sugar beet yields and a high sugar content this year. | FILE PHOTO SUGAR BEETS

Glycol production put on back burner

BY BARB GLEN LETHBRIDGE BUREAU

TABER, Alta. — Plans to diversify Alberta’s sugar beet industry by producing glycol from the crop were slowed this year, partly because of the high cost of research.

Alberta Sugar Beet Growers president Rob Boras told a Feb. 18 meeting that the business plan must be reevaluated.

“With our limited resources and the direction that the producers want us to go in, we’ve got to step back and re-evaluate,” Boras said in an interview after his presentation to growers. “It takes an excessive amount of funds to take the industry in a different direction, diversification especially.”

Last year, growers were told about a process in which beets could be used as feedstock to produce glycol, an ingredient in liquid detergents, antifreeze and plastic bottles.

The beet growers association was working with Vancouver-based S2G BioChem on research into the possibilities.

This year, Boras said the group continues to work with a consultant, but funding is an issue.

“The writing is on the wall. We have to diversify and it’s not from lack of trying,” he said. “It’s more from the lack of funding. So we’ll re-evaluate and see if we can continue in that direction. If not, so be it.”

In his report to the growers, Boras said the pursuit of diversification options proved to be a major task.

“While it is still a very worthwhile goal to pursue, what we are finding is

» CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS PAGE Hot spots identified through infrared photography were dug out and hauled for processing before other beets that appeared to be holding up better.

He said full factory processing statistics were not provided to growers, which made it hard to gauge the progress of processing.

“Factory staff indicated that they quit providing us with all of the information because we were posting it to the ASBG website,” he said.

that new and emerging technologies are in their infancy and not yet ready to be commercialized.

“We are not quitting, but rather becoming more pragmatic in our options.”

Alberta sugar beet growers are interested in diversifying uses for their product because they have only one buyer, Lantic Sugar, which operates the only sugar factory in Alberta at Taber.

Negotiations on a new contract between growers and Lantic were scheduled to begin Feb. 20.

As usual, there are worries about potential factory closure, although there are no indications of that at present.

Alberta growers produce about nine percent of Canadian domestic sugar needs.

Gerald Third, executive director of the sugar beet association, said the country’s ability to produce some of its own sugar is under threat given provisions in international trade agreements that allow processors to import raw sugar, process it and then market it as Canadian.

In his report to growers, Third referenced remarks from past association presidents, among them Phil Baker in 1950.

Third quoted Baker as saying, “surely no one would be foolish enough to suggest that any part of this production should be imported from foreign countries.”

Yet it is now happening, said Third.

“Here we are, 50 years later, and that’s exactly what we’ve done.”

TABER, Alta. — Ninety years is a long time for an agricultural commodity group to survive, as Alberta Sugar Beet Growers has done.

It’s also long enough for important documents to be lost in the shuffle of time and paperwork.

Such is the case for the master agreement between the growers and their processor, Lantic Sugar.

The association doesn’t have a copy.

Andrew Llewelyn-Jones, agricultural superintendent for Lantic, said the company has a copy of the agreement in its vault, but it hasn’t yet located it and pulled it out of storage.

Negotiations on a new sugar beet contract between the association

and Lantic were to begin Feb. 20, and the growers have served notice that they intend to get a new master agreement in place.

Association vice-president Lonny James told the group’s Feb. 18 annual general meeting that with no official document as a basis, “the parties are left not knowing exactly what they are agreeing to amend or exactly what wording the original master agreement, as now amended on multiple occasions, actually contains.”

James said he and the association board predict that Lantic Sugar, the owner and operator of Alberta’s only sugar factory, will oppose the development of a new master agreement beginning with the 2015 crop year because the current situation serves its purposes.

“Sound business practices dictate

that the parties to an agreement should know exactly what has been agreed to and be able to review, and understand, all of their respective rights and obligations there under,” James said.

Executive director Gerald Third said he doesn’t know whether the absence of the master agreement in association hands will help or hinder the process of developing a new one and negotiating the next contract.

“What we’ve got is a document that’s been amended numerous times for I don’t know how long, so we don’t know whether there’s obligations in there that we’re responsible for, or obligations that they’re (Lantic) responsible for,” he said.

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“In light of the way that processing went, it seemed like a convenient excuse to hide declining numbers.”

Llewelyn-Jones said the information is readily shared with growers.

“We’ll show them exactly what our issues are and what the difficulties are, and we’ve done that on many occasions this past campaign. We’re quite open.”

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Take flax seriously and profits will come: expert Seed early, control weeds and spray for pathogens, and flax can make more money than canola, says oilseed specialist

BY ROBERT ARNASON BRANDON BUREAU

Anastasia Kubinec has made the sales pitch many times: if growers get the agronomy right, it’s possible to boost flax yields by 50 to 75 percent.

The oilseeds specialist from Manitoba Agriculture says they can potentially increase flax yields from 20 to 34 bushels per acre if they seed flax after wheat or another crop that supports soil mycorrhiza, seed before the May long weekend, con-

trol weeds and spray for pasmo, a seed-borne fungal pathogen.

“If you actually treat flax like a crop where you want to make money, chances are you’re going to make money,” she told the CropConnect conference in Winnipeg Feb. 17-18.

Most producers in the audience were receptive to her message, but one farmer asked the obvious question: “How many people (in the room) have actually had a 35 bu. flax crop?”

Six or seven growers raised their hands, confirming it is possible to get

decent yields from flax in Manitoba.

“Do your own research on farm,” Kubinec told the skeptical producer.

“Split a field in half … put some fungicide on and no fungicide and look for yourself to see if there’s a yield difference … and whether or not it’s going to work for you and your pocketbook.”

Kubinec said flax typically averages 20 bu. per acre in Manitoba, but there is a simple prescription to substantially increase that number: Flax doesn’t do well after canola because canola depletes the popula-

tion of soil mycorrhizae. Flax needs arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi to harness soil phosphorus. Growing flax after wheat, or another non-canola crop, can boost yields by two bu. per acre.

Flax should be seeded early. Planting before the May long weekend can increase yields by two bu. per acre.

Controlling weeds with a pre-seed burn-off and using in-crop products like Authority, Treflan and Avadex can increase yields by 30 to 40 percent, or six bu. per acre.

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MANITOBA FLAX ACRES AND YIELD Year 2006 2008 2010 2012 2014

harvested acres 333,000 254,000 156,000 123,000 81,000

bu.per acre 20 25 18 16 21

Source: Manitoba Agriculture, Manitoba Agricultural Services Corp.

can boost yields by four bu. per acre.

In total, those practices can add 14 bu. to potential flax yield.

“With a few simple things, we can really bump up our flax yields … and make more money than one of our big competitors, canola,” Kubinec said.

Flax is actually more profitable than canola if growers can generate yields in the 30s.

Kubinec broke down the financial returns of a 34 bu. flax crop compared to a 50 bu. canola crop using Manitoba Agriculture cost of production estimates: Assuming a flax price of $12 per bu. and operating costs of $171 per acre, a 34 bu. flax crop generates a return of $237 per acre.

Assuming a canola price of $9.50 per acre and operating costs of $253 per acre, a 50 bu. canola crop returns $222 per acre.

Flax is now below 100,000 acres in Manitoba as many farmers choose to instead grow soybeans or canola.

It has a reputation as a low yielding, finicky crop, but Kubinec hopes growers will take advantage of the economic opportunity and start growing it again.

Erwin Hanley, Saskatchewan Flax Development Commission chair, said it’s a great time for Manitoba farmers to embrace flax because demand and prices are strong.

He said U.S. bakers and the American pet food industry want Canadian flax.

“The price right now for flax, for new crop, is $12.50 a bu.,” he said.

“The whole idea of the healthy oil profile (for) humans and animals (is driving demand)…. Over the past two years we’ve seen a significant increase in (U.S.) demand.”

As well, Chinese customers are buying more flax for industrial uses and human consumption.

Hanley expects Saskatchewan farmers to seed more than a million acres of flax this spring. SaskFlax was hoping for a million acres last year, but spring flooding in southeastern Saskatchewan cut into acreage.

“When the final numbers came in, I think we were around that 800,000 to 900,000 (acres),” Hanley said.

Manitoba acreage will be tiny compared to Saskatchewan, but Kubinec is hoping for an increase over last year.

“I’ve had a number of farmers call me in the last few months, interested in growing flax,” she said.

“To increase their crop rotation because they’re having diseases in other crops. Also, they’ve seen some of their neighbours having better (flax) yields.” robert.arnason@producer.com

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CANADIAN GRAIN COMMISSION

Ontario farmers examine tactics Consultations to upgrade wheat classes underway to eliminate hog diseases

BY COMMODITY NEWS SERVICE CANADA

Producers want violators of biosecurity and transportation rules punished

BY JEFFREY CARTER FOR THE WESTERN PRODUCER

RIDGETOWN, Ont. — Governments must enforce protocols and pig movement as a way to tackle North America’s No. 1 swine disease, says an American veterinarian.

“I think we can eradicate PRRS (porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome), but we need more oomph to get everyone to participate,” Dr. Tim Loula of the Swine Vet Centre in St. Peter’s, Minnesota, told the recent Southwest Pork Conference. “We need to get government involved.”

Loula applauded the co-ordinated approach being taken in Ontario to eradicate porcine epidemic diarrhea.

“We want you to go negative here in Ontario,” he said. “That will be a tremendous thing for the North American industry. If you guys can get rid of it, it would be setting a great example for the rest of us.”

Still, Loula said PED is a secondary consideration compared to PRRS. “PED is bad but it tends to be over with in a hurry. PRRS sticks around and it can be worse, especially if you’ve got a more virulent strain.”

He referred to an operation where 100 sows died in one day.

PED cases have subsided since the peak of the epidemic last winter in the United States. They briefly reached epidemic proportions in early February but have since fallen off.

BRENT JONES VETERINARIAN

Veterinarian Brent Jones said the pattern has been similar in Ontario.

The crisis peaked last March, subsided over the summer and only in recent weeks picked up with 10 sites identified since Dec. 1.

Three of those sites have since tested negative, and the rest are well on their way to being cleared, he said.

“We think transportation is connected with at least seven of those 10 cases.”

One herd infection was caused after a gilt escaped during transit during a brief stop at a small, provincially inspected abattoir, Jones said.

It picked up the PED virus on the abattoir’s grounds and brought it to a PED-free facility.

There was an audible groan from producers at the meeting upon hearing of that incident.

Jones said it’s the kind of story that emphasizes the importance of biosecurity. The pig intended for slaughter should have been dropped off last. Alternatively, the heavy cost of the PED herd infection could have been avoided had the gilt been slaughtered at the abattoir.

Loula said sanitation, biosecurity and proper pig flow are important ways to control disease.

TIM LOULA SWINE VET CENTRE

Systems are being put in place in Ontario and the United States to stop trucks that deliver pigs, feed and other services from coming into direct contact with barns and farm trucks. These systems can be simple and inexpensive. The idea is to have an intermediary structure or chute through which animals move and that can be washed and disinfected.

Loula said U.S. producers are installing air filtration systems along with Dutch-bench entry systems and rigorous sanitation protocols. These filter the air coming into barns and exhaust air as people enter and pigs exit. Pushing warm air out of a barn’s loading point has an added benefit in winter.

“The pigs load easier. They don’t going out into cold air,” Loula said.

There is also an emphasis on washing livestock transport trucks, whether they’re used internally or by outside companies.

Loula described one 30,000 sow operation where the cost of a wash bay and an adjacent high-temperature drying bay was initially estimated at $1.5 million but eventually came to $3 million.

A thorough washing job is required along with a drying period and use of a disinfectant. In Ontario, two disinfectants were tested through the province’s Area Regional Control and Elimination program for PRRS and PED. Accel and Synergize both performed well when combined with thorough washing. Accel may have the added benefit of being able to decontaminate small pieces of organic matter, Jones said.

The program is part of the Ontario Swine Health Advisory Board, which is directed by the Ontario Pork Industry Council.

One of the primary functions of advisory board is to share disease status information among producers to address PRRS and PED in a coordinated fashion. The ultimate goal is to sign up as many producers as possible.

Dr. Lori Moser, managing director of the pork industry council, said 800 pig sites have been enrolled. .

Jones said PRRS can only be controlled in Ontario, while there’s a reasonable chance that PED can be eliminated.

The OSHAD program is also looking at the “fire hose” wash alternative to wash bay facilities. Currently there are not enough wash bays in the province to deal with all trucks transporting pigs.

“When we’re talking about the fire hose wash, we’re looking at it as something to use when making one-way trips,” Moser noted.

Trailer testing, improving pig flow protocols and depopulation strate-

gies are also part of the advisory board program.

Loula said the U.S. might have been further along in addressing PED if not for last summer’s exceptionally strong prices, which discouraged producers from depopulating their barns.

Instead, many adopted a feedback regimen, in which they purposely infect sows and gilts with PED to induce an immune response. Some of this may have been happening anyway, he added.

A study conducted at the University of Minnesota found that the PED virus can survive in manure pits for up to four months.

“We’re at break even now in the U.S. We went from making $70 a pig last summer to making zero,” Loula said.

Packers were also doing well last summer, he added, earning as much as $30 per pig, which is up from the $8 to $10 that producers can live with.

In the longer term, a new packing plant that the Clemens Food Group plans to open in 2018 in Coldwater, Michigan, could lead to increased production in the region.

WINNIPEG — Changes can be expected to Canada’s wheat classification system as consultations begin to modernize the country’s wheat classes.

The Canadian Grain Commission is seeking input from grain handlers, processors, marketers, developers, producers and end-use customers on its proposal to modernize Canada’s wheat classes, the grain commission said.

The proposal includes strengthening the marketability of the Canadian Western Red Spring and Canada Prairie Spring Red milling classes, the addition of a new milling class and a review of current classes.

There are 10 classes of western Canadian wheat and seven classes of eastern Canadian wheat.

The wheat classes have been developed by the grain commission through extensive consultation with end users, breeders, producers and marketers.

Each wheat class has its own set of performance characteristics that are primarily based on functional characteristics.

The wheat class system is part of Canada’s grain quality assurance system.

The Canadian Food Inspection

Agency registers new wheat varieties, while the grain commission, under the Canada Grain Act, designates new varieties to specific wheat classes based on their enduse functionality.

The proposed changes include adjusting the parameters of the CWRS and CPSR wheat classes to maintain and strengthen the quality and consistency of these classes.

This will ensure new varieties continue to meet requirements for milling performance, dough strength, protein quantity and end-product quality, the commission said.

The proposal also includes a new western Canada milling wheat class to provide opportunities to market Canadian wheat into emerging markets that have specific end-use requirements.

This class will target varieties that have good milling quality but weaker gluten strength than the CWRS and CPSR classes.

Some existing U.S. varieties may meet the requirements of this class, the commission said.

The commission also proposes creating a Canada Eastern General Purpose wheat class.

Stakeholders have until April 20 to submit input.

For more information, visit www. grainscanada.gc.ca.

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Awards recognize agricultural engineering achievements

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LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Each year agricultural engineers recognize their own by choosing 50 of the best products or technologies that reached the marketplace during the previous year.

This year, Seed Hawk of Langbank, Sask., was the only Canadian company to make the list.

However, several items designed for the Prairies were recognized for innovation.

A panel made up of members of the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers based their decisions on innovative designs and utility that the new tools bring to agriculture.

Doug Otto, ASASBE member and organizer of the annual Agricultural Technology Equipment Conference at which the Agricultural Engineering 50 awards were handed out, said the awards are important for farmers, as well as engineers.

“Recognition by your peers for achievements in developing these technologies are important… and it gives farmers a perspective, from an engineer’s point of view, what are some of the best technologies that they should be considering.

Otto, a New Holland machinery engineer, said not every product will suit every farm, but the list of winners reveals trends.

Mitch Kaiser of CaseIH’s high horsepower tractor group said the awards are more than bragging rights. Case won an award for the rear-tracked Magnum Rowtrac tractor.

“Engineers aren’t easy on each other. I think they (with the AE50 program) really want to identify what will

be important to agriculture, make farming more productive. That’s where it’s good for growers,” he said during an interview at the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville.

Seed Hawk’s win this year is for its use of the Appareo wireless technology, which manages the new metering and management systems on the company’s latest air seeder carts and drills.

The new system stops meters from turning, independent of the runs next to it, rather than cutting off supply with gates, as in the previous Seed Hawk design, which also won an AE50 award.

“We’ve been testing the design for three years. Each one gets its own electric motor to drive the meter,” said Pat Beaujot of Seed Hawk in an earlier interview.

Replacement of the metering rollers was one feature recognized. The meter drives are removable with one hand.

Different rollers of greater or lesser capacity can be swapped into the meter housing or it can be cleaned of straw or other debris before being returned to the box and locked into place with a clockwise twist.

Meter drives are shared with parent company Väderstad’s Tempo, a high speed, precision planter.

“It’s fast to make changes on the new meters — minutes,” said Beaujot.

Meters are connected to the central data processing units by wires through snap-into-place, weatherproof connectors.

Appareo of Fargo, North Dakota, supplies the tools for data management.

After that, wi-fi takes over.

In the cab, the Seed Hawk interface box has been replaced with one or two Apple iPads.

Other winners of prairie friendly machinery this year include Deere’s 1910 air seeder cart and its new loading conveyor. Replacing the previous cart loader, despite being heavier and larger, the unit is easier and safer for producers to move through a set of hydraulics and both wireless and wired controls.

The 760CG Varifeed grain headers in its 41 foot wide version was recognized for its size, not just because of its capacity. The size is a match for 40 or 60 foot seeders and 120 foot sprayer boom widths that allow for reduced field traffic and the related compaction. The header is also suited to direct

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cutting of canola with a 23 inch, fore and aft cutter bar adjustment, allowing the operator to regulate crop flow from the cab.

For the second year in a row, Gleaner’s S8 transverse rotor combines, which use accelerator rolls after the concave, are AE50 winners.

The win in 2015 is for a new perforated cascade pan to receive grain from the rolls at the front of the cleaning shoe.

This adds about 1,000 sq. inches of air-flow managed cleaning area.

The result is about a 10 percent capacity increase in damp grain conditions. The new pans will be available as a retrofit p ro d u c t f o r e x i s t i n g G l e a n e r machines.

Deere’s Active Concave Isolation on the new Deere rotary combines provides a hydraulically supported concave system that can produce more capacity in tough conditions and where large amounts of straw are present, such as prairie cereal crops, later in the season. The hydraulic management of material flow allows the space between the rotor and concave to be instantly and automatically adjusted, letting the machine spit though clots that would otherwise break shear pins or plug or damage the machine.

There are many more award winners relative to prairie agriculture and we will feature several of them in upcoming editions of The Western Producer. michael.raine@producer.com

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SOIL NUTRIENTS

Bumper crops last year took toll on soil nutrients Growers can reduce fertilizer costs by using a forage rotation or adding manure to the field, says soil scientist

BY MICHAEL RAINE SASKATOON NEWSROOM

EDMONTON — Producers looking for top yields might find that previous good crops and traditional fertilizer strategies have plundered their soil bank accounts.

“It’s amounts in, amounts out, and that is very important to look at over the long haul,” said University of Saskatchewan soil scientist Jeff Schoenau.

Big crops are one cause of nutrient depletion in the soil, but low commodity prices and high fertilizer costs can also play a role in reducing nutrient availability.

Rigas Karamanos, a fertilizer researcher and agronomist with Crop Production Services, said producers must remember that those large crops have removed a lot of nutrients from the soil and it took time to get some of them there in the first place.

“You take a 60, 65 bushel canola crop, and this isn’t unheard of any more, and you took 60 pounds of phosphorus from the field. Did you replace that? How do you replace that? Producers need to consider these issues.”

He said rotation choices can also cause serious problems.

“Canola, canola, canola or canola,

Rotation crops like clover can replenish nutrients in the soil. | canola, wheat, canola. These can pull tremendous amounts of nutrients like phosphorus from the soil,” Karamanos said.

“Rotations can be critical to making your soil deliver for your crops.”

Jeff Schoenau said more farmers should consider their crop rotations as a way to deliver nutrients.

“There is a lot of merit in looking at your rotation to help reduce your fertilizer costs,” he said.

“Even, for example, forages in a rotation, even in the short term, a couple of years of alfalfa or clover.”

Recent work that Schoenau was involved in at the Western Beef Development Centre has found that

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an alfalfa crop, especially where moisture wasn’t limiting, such as Melfort, Sask., provided a nitrogen fertilizer value to subsequent crops of 200 to 300 lb. per acre.

“Having that legume in the rotation, even though that forage takes more phosphorus out of the soil, in fact the available phosphorus levels were maintained and the soil was able to supply phosphorus to the following crops, even without any phosphorus fertilizer in a reasonable proportion,” said Schoenau.

He said the alfalfa crop was likely recycling phosphorus from deeper in the soil’s profile, where annual crops can’t normally reach.

In 2008, North American farmers were confronted with phosphorus prices that exceeded $1,000 per acre.

It caused many growers who had regularly applied it at 30 to 35 lb. per acre to stop applications. Many pulled rates back to 10 lb. as a starter kick for the crop and then reduced levels for a year or two until prices returned to sustainable levels.

Karamanos said most crops usually receive only half the nitrogen in a given year, “maybe see between 15, 35, 40 percent of their phosphorus, maybe half of their sulfur fertilizer. It depends on the crop and the year’s conditions. But when you fail to apply it, you develop other issues over time.”

Schoenau said he also reduced his phosphorus applications when the price spiked.

“A few years (later), you have to put that back,” he said.

“Lots paid the price for that later on.

You don’t want to have that crash a few years down the road. (Set) up a plan that takes into account big crops, years when you didn’t put in all that you should.”

Fields with a history of reliable nutrient application actually have a greater capacity to pull nutrients from the soil through the breakdown of soil organic matter and crop residue.

Keeping crop residue on fields and tillage to a minimum can deliver more than just improved water holding capacity.

Some producers can derive good value from straw, but it can be a balancing act.

Tom Jensen from the International Plant Nutrition Institute in Saskatoon said livestock producers can replace nutrients and other soil improving features that are lost to straw removal by spreading manure on those fields.

“That is recycling the material,” he said. “In those areas where we are removing the straw and not putting back those nutrients, we can short the soil, especially in potassium.”

Schoenau said the seed portion of the crop takes with it high percentages of nitrogen and phosphorus.

The crop’s residue contains higher levels of potassium and about half the sulfur. michael.raine@producer.com

For more ways to improve the return on a fertilizer investment, watch the video interviews related to this series on producer. com/section/video/.

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Poly replacement parts give worn equipment new life Slippery liners cover rust and holes caused by friction

BY RON LYSENG WINNIPEG BUREAU

Polyethylene is a slippery solution to the normal wear and tear that occurs with farm implement parts.

Pat Reinhart of PolyTech Industries in Minnesota, who has 37 years experience providing slick and slippery polyethylene solutions to farmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s friction problems, said poly replacement parts typically last longer than original metal parts in spots where abrasion and corrosion are prevalent. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For one thing, UHMW (ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene) parts last longer because theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re slippery. There are no pores,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what gives it such high wearability.â&#x20AC;?

Reinhart said farmers first want to know about price and then how long the component will last. They often do a quick mental calculation on upgrading an older machine with poly versus buying a new machine, he added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It used to be that guys only came to a company like us when they had wear problems with older equip-

Without polymer auger bed liners, holes develop in the bottom of the troughs because of corrosion and friction. Many producers install the poly liners as a preventive measure before the holes get a start. | RON LYSENG PHOTOS ment, but now weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re seeing farmers putting UHMW parts in brand new equipment as a matter of preventive maintenance,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Farms are a lot bigger. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re growing more acres. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re putting a lot more grain and fertilizer through the machines in a shorter period of time. UHMW parts are a lot slipperier, so everything runs smoother and more efficiently. It keeps your planting equipment and harvest equip-

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It can also increase production. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Custom harvesters doing edible corn equip the whole combine with UHMW parts because they get less damage on the kernels,â&#x20AC;? Reinhart said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The premium for undamaged kernels can run 50 cents to 75 cents extra per bushel.â&#x20AC;?

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PolyTechâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pat Reinhart says his company can supply polymer lining for augers, including tube liners up to 16 inches in diameter and 102 inches long. In addition to longevity, he says the plastic surfaces reduce friction, improving performance. replacing iron with plastic. PolyTech must carefully examine the basic mechanical engineering that went into a part before tackling its poly counterpart.

For example, the purpose of the original JD skid plate was to let the cutter bar ride on the surface during bean harvest without sticking or pushing.

PolyTech took a look at how the skids fit the header and found the original equipment manufacturer products needed a tighter fit to keep soil and trash from pushing up the cutter bar.

The result was PolyTechâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s patented Living Hinge, which keeps plates tucked up tight against the cutter bar and reduced wear and dirt clinging.

Auger bed liners are another spot where poly is a better material than metal, said Reinhart.

The abrasive nature of grain quickly removes the original paint from the trough, leaving the bare metal exposed to the atmosphere, even in a shed. Corrosion can begin during a combineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first year, and grain will eventually will end up on the ground.

Reinhart said prices from US$450 to $650 means the investment in a poly auger bed liner can be recovered quickly, especially from middleaged machines.

The poly also improves grain clean out in many cases.

The Grain Grabber 2 is a polyethylene protrusion that bolts to grain head augers, with one grabber installed between each flight.

Reinhart said the extra grain-moving capacity makes the auger perform more like a full-finger auger and allows the operator to run the reel higher, which reduces shattering.

However, some farmers report that grain is thrown out at the centre of the auger in heavy crops because the grabber is too aggressive, in which case they can be removed temporarily.

Auger flighting is one of the fastest wear components on the farm, affecting combines, grain carts,

A number of companies now manufacture poly replacement parts for many of the wear components in farm equipment.

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transport augers, air carts and bins.

To help deal with this ongoing expense, PolyTech offers more than 300 flighting wear shoe sizes with diameters from six to 24 inches.

PolyTech shank guards are manufactured with a radius that matches the contour of the shovel on which it will be installed. Reinhart said this feature means they install easier and stay on better with less re-tightening.

This combination of shape and material improves soil flow, reduces drag, reduces stress on equipment and sheds roots and soil so there are fewer clumps, he added.

For more information, contact Reinhart at 866-834-6703 or visit www.polyskid.com. ron.lyseng@producer.com

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LEFT, CLOCKWISE: The McFarlane Incite 5000 tillage tool has a gang of adjustable Incizor discs at the front, followed by a unique cutting reel. The third row is another gang of adjustable Incizor discs, followed by the three-bar flexible tooth harrow and the rolling basket with eight flat bars. | MCFARLANE MANUFACTURING PHOTO Not only can depth of the two Incisor disc gangs be controlled on-the-go from the cab, but the angle can be adjusted to three, six or nine degrees.

The second set of discs also has independent depth control and angle adjustment.

The three-bar flexible tooth harrow is adjustable to make it perform properly in all soil and trash conditions.

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One-pass tillage tool tackles trash in all crops Incite 5000 is designed to take field from stubble to seed-ready in one pass

BY RON LYSENG WINNIPEG BUREAU

Many companies have tried to lay claim to the coveted title of one-pass seed bed preparation tillage tool since cultivation came back into vogue a few years ago.

Prestige and great financial rewards will go to the company with a tillage machine that can take a field directly from post-harvest stubble to final seed bed condition in just one pass.

It’s a tall order to fill.

Another contender to the title was unveiled at this month’s National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, Kentucky, when McFarlane Manufacturing introduced its Incite 5000 Universal Tillage machine.

As company owner Stan McFarlane listed the many European and North American all-in-one tillage machines that have been introduced recently, he conceded that it’s a complex marketplace and he fully expects his claim to be challenged.

He adds that his target market for the Incite 5000 includes corn and soybean farmers as well as cereal and special crop producers on the northern Great Plains.

“We’ve run it in heavy wheat stubble out in the Midwest, and it does a tremendous job,” he said.

“And of course we’ve run it a lot in the corn soybean states. That’s why we call it the universal tillage tool. It works in all crops.”

McFarlane said the 28 wave concave Incizor blades are made from

Ingersoll Boron Alloy steel and designed to run at high speed or go six inches deep or more for conventional disc work.

“We have on-the-go hydraulic adjustment on the disc gang angles, from the cab. You can select three degrees, six degrees or nine degrees on the go. And of course the disc gangs have hydraulic depth adjustment.”

McFarlane said the DuraReel follows the first gang of discs for crosscutting and mixing. It is also adjustable on the go from the cab.

“The operator can stay in the cab and make all kinds of adjustments for the varying conditions he sees.

So he cuts the residue with the first disc, then mixes it in with the reel,” he said.

“The second set of discs cuts it again, and then the harrow and the basket finish the seed bed.”

The Incite evolved from a reel disc machine the company started building seven years ago.

However, the reel disc couldn’t quite do the job anymore with a single pass as crop varieties improved and left more trash. Farmers found they had to make two passes.

“We thought, rather than two passes, why not just double the tool action from the machine by adding another row of adjustable discs. And that’s what the Incite is.”

For more information, contact Stan McFarlane at 800-627-8569 or visit www.flexharrow.com. ron.lyseng@producer.com

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Back fat used to gauge feeding, save money Ontario producer uses the measurement to adjust a sow’s diet after breeding to increase piglet weight gain

BY JEFFREY CARTER FOR THE WESTERN PRODUCER

RIDGETOWN, Ont. — A young Ontario pork producer credits a back-fat measurement program for impressive numbers at his family’s operation.

Graham Learn told the Southwestern Ontario Pork Conference Feb. 18 that sows at Richmar Farms are weighed before breeding and then measured for back fat a week after being bred.

The measurement guides the feeding program over the 115-day gestation period.

“They may look similar, but you can tell by the back fat that they’re not in the same condition,” Learn said, pointing to a photograph of two sows, one with 23 millimetres of back fat and one with 10.

“The first 35 days is crucial to get the sows back into condition.”

The Learn family uses data from Kansas State University to adjust individual sow diets for the first 35 days. A standard diet follows, and then feed is increased for the final 15 days of gestation.

“With the back-fat measurement, we’re able to feed them less but get more weight gain on the piglets,” Learn said.

The back-fat measurement program has seen the number of weaned pigs per breeding female increase to 27. | The farm is part of a benchmarking group of producers that compares production records.

The operation was within the top two to three percent for P1 through P3 sow retention and sow death loss.

The average weaning weight at 21 days was 7.1 kilograms.

Pigs weaned per sow came in at 11.6, and the farrowing rate was 90.6 percent.

The total weight of piglets per crate per year was 1,023 kg, which was the highest number for the benchmarking group.

Almost 96 percent of sows were bred by seven days.

The number of weaned pigs per breeding female was just shy of 27 for January to June of last year and up substantially from previous numbers.

Learn wants to hit the 30 mark, and respected Minnesota veterinarian Dr. Tim Loula said he expects Learn will meet that objective in a couple years.

Batch farrowing on a two-week cycle has been adopted, even though the 350 sow-to-weaner barn was originally designed for continuous flow. Piglets are weaned at 20 or 21 days and moved out at 50 days at 24 kilograms.

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The system allows for an all-in-allout regimen throughout the system.

Sixty-four farrowing crates are divided among four rooms with heat lamps and floor heating.

The eight weaner rooms hold 185 pigs each. Room temperatures are gradually lowered to 21 C when the weaners reach 24 kilograms. Two weaner rooms are filled every two weeks.

“Because of our batch system, we’re able to have all-in-all-out and wash, disinfect and dr y all the rooms.”

Weaners are finished at four sites with 2,700 total spaces. Some are sold.

Biosecurity is a priority at the farm.

The family invested in the area using the Ontario cost-share program that was introduced last year following

the porcine epidemic diarrhea outbreak.

A loading chute keeps the farm’s fifth-wheel trailer five metres from the barn. There’s a single-point Danish-bench entry system and a shower that staff use before entering sow areas.

Work clothes are laundered in the barn. Products are delivered to the barn through a window and cleaned, dried and put through a 24-hour waiting period before they are used.

Manure is incorporated with a dragline system to avoid tanker traffic. The family previously rented a tanker.

Visiting feed trucks auger feed into holding bins with the drivers remaining in their cabs since the farm installed a used feed mill system five years ago.

Learn works with his brother, Adam, wife, Allison, parents, Richard and Marlene, and one full-time employee.

The family will grow 275 acres of corn this year, which will be dried and stored on farm for feed. There will be an equal amount of soybeans and about 50 acres of wheat, where manure will be applied.

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Producers want red meat distinction in guide U.S. food guide revisions don’t differentiate between lean cuts like steaks and roasts, and higher fat processed meats CANADA FOOD GUIDE

BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Less meat and more plant-based food could be the basis of a revised food guide in the United States.

The actual guidelines may not be released until the end of the year, but more servings of vegetables, fruit, whole grains, nuts, fish and legumes are expected to dominate.

Moderate intake of alcohol and dairy products, lower consumption of red and processed meat and less sugar and refined grain are also likely.

The dietary guidelines are reviewed every five years, and the red meat sector is concerned because each review has reduced the amount of meat recommended for a healthy diet, said Kristina Butts of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s Washington office.

These guidelines form policy when developing menus for school breakfast and lunch programs as well as military, seniors and other institutional meal plans, she said during a government policy session at the NCBA convention, which was held in San Antonio Feb. 3-7.

The last review in 2010 identified lean red meat as nutrient dense,

• Canada’s food guide was last revised in 2007. A basic chart may be seen at bit.ly/19pOrdj

Revisions to the U.S. dietary guidelines may increase servings of vegetables and whole grains and decrease servings of red and processed meat. | FILE PHOTO which should be included in a healthy diet.

However, that opinion seems to be changing in the most recent review.

The review process starts with an appointed 14 member scientific committee, which evaluates current research and recommends possible changes to the guidelines.

“We worked with the highest quality science we had available to us,”

said committee member Wayne Campbell of Purdue University.

The scientific report will be made public at the end of February, and from there a new set of guidelines might be written.

“The guidelines are actually developed not only in conjunction with this report as a scientific foundation but also considering other community, industry, government and other

types of input that can now go through as it transitions into a policy document,” Campbell said.

Beef producers are concerned that the nutritional properties of lean red meat and processed products were not distinguished for fat and salt content.

The food guide should be able to distinguish between the nutritional quality of red lean meat and a wiener, annoyed producers told the

committee session.

Richard Thorpe of Texas said the committee should not make the same mistake as earlier food guides, when the public was told to consume more carbohydrates.

“The committee owes it to themselves to not make a mistake like they did in the ’80s with the food pyramid that recommended Americans eat a diet high in carbohydrates, which ultimately could be responsible for the obesity in our country today,” he said.

Campbell agreed that red meat is nutrient dense but pointed out the general public may view it differently and still consider beef as high in saturated fat.

“The reality of red meat being a very nutrient dense food source for protein and certain mineral, has been known in the nutritional community over the years,” Campbell said.

“Not everyone views meat the way that you do as minimally processed cuts.” barbara.duckworth@producer.com

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Wheat ration has pros, cons

BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

New Alberta grazing lease arrangements have been agreed to in principle, but the required legislative changes have delayed implementation. This cattle herd in southern Alberta was recently grazing in above zero temperatures, which are keeping slopes clear of snow. | WENDY DUDLEY PHOTO RENTAL RATES

Grazing lease changes proposed Rental rates haven’t changed for two decades and new fees will be phased in over five years

BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

RED DEER — A proposal to change Alberta’s grazing lease agreements is not likely to be settled until next fall.

The major cattle groups met last November and agreed to increased rates.

Formulas were created to calculate rates that considered associated costs and profits derived from a lease.

Rental rates would be calculated as a base rate plus an annually increasing percentage of a premium over the base rate.

Increases would be phased in over five years, and rates would be adjusted if the cattle market declined.

“In good times we share the rewards and in bad times we share the risk,” Larry Sears, chair of the Alberta Grazing Leaseholders Association, said during the group’s annual meeting in Red Deer Feb. 18.

The Western Stock Growers Association, the Alberta Grazing Leaseholders Association, Alberta Beef Producers and the Northern Alberta

Grazing Leaseholders Association agreed in principle to the increases, but the required legislative changes have been delayed from the spring to fall sitting of the provincial government.

Approximately 6,500 leaseholders use more than five million acres of land in the agricultural area known as the white zone.

Rental rates were established in 1994 and have not changed since.

The southern zone was charged $2.79 per animal unit month, the central zone paid $2.32 and the north paid $1.39.

The new proposal would divide the province into two zones on either side of Highway 16.

5 million ACRES OF LAND ARE LEASED BY 6,500 RANCHERS IN ALBERTA’S AGRICULTURAL ZONE

Assignment fees would be changed to a flat charge to cover administration costs.

The proposal also suggested a range sustainability fund with contributions coming from 40 percent of the rental rate.

The government would use the money to fund research and education projects with groups such as Cows and Fish, the Alberta Grazing Leaseholders Association, the Western Stock Growers Association and the Alberta Native Plants Council.

The South Saskatchewan regional plan, which was released last year, suggested rewards for good management, said Dan Smith of the provincial environment and sustainable resource development department’s public lands branch.

“It suggested leaseholders who demonstrated exemplary stewardship should be duly rewarded with extended tenure on their grazing leases,” he said at the leaseholders’ meeting.

The standard tenure is 10 years, so good managers could get a 20 year term if this policy is approved and

those on heritage rangelands would get up to 30 years.

The Alberta Land Stewardship Act also made provisions for recognizing ecosystem goods and services in which leaseholders could be paid for outstanding management.

Rancher Norm Ward of Granum said the government should be paying producers as ecosystem managers who look after the land, habitat and water.

A study is needed to assess how to compensate ranchers fair market value for ecosystem goods and services.

“The lease producing beef is a very small component now of what that lease actually produces,” said Ward.

The perception in Canada is one of unlimited resources that are available to everyone, said Amanda Miller of the public lands branch.

“Canada as a whole is quite far behind on ecological goods and services,” she said. “We haven’t been able to get the marketplace supported and it is something we need to look at.” barbara.duckworth@producer.com

RED DEER — Wheat finds its way into hog and poultry operations when it is downgraded to feed quality, but it can also end up as part of a cattle ration.

“Feedlot users are reluctant to use wheat because there are several concerns,” said Wenzhu Wang of Agriculture Canada.

Cattle feeders often believe they should keep it at a maximum of 50 percent of the ration to prevent rumen acidosis, he told the Alberta Beef Industry Conference, which was held in Red Deer Feb. 18-20.

Wheat causes more acid production during digestion in the rumen than barley, corn and sorghum because of the high gluten content.

It has an average high crude protein level of nearly 16 percent and contains 70 percent starch. However, those components can be 10 to 18 percent protein and 60 to 74 percent starch.

“Similar to other feed grains, there are substantial variations in the nutrient content depending on the variety or the environmental conditions,” he said.

Research found that properly processed wheat can replace all the barley in a diet with no measurable negative impact, especially when the ionophore monensin was added.

Caloric levels and average daily gains achieved from wheat, corn, barley, milo and oats are similar.

“In terms of performance, there is no difference between corn, barley and wheat,” he said.

Cattle tended to eat less wheat and still gained equally well.

There was no significant difference in carcass quality, but there was a noticeable difference with more liver abscesses by feeding straight wheat versus a mix with barley. barbara.duckworth@producer.com

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DNA test enhances selection Commercial test works best in animals with Angus bloodlines

BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

SAN ANTONIO, Texas â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Heifer selection has historically been based on visual characteristics such as structural soundness and femininity.

However, visual selection does not always reveal which animals are the most fertile or produce the best calves, said Mike Amos of the livestock pharmaceutical firm Zoetis.

He and Zoetis geneticist Kent Anderson recently attended the National Cattlemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Beef Association convention in San Antonio, where they described a new genomics tool for picking out the best young commercial females. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Often the eyeball canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t tell us things about the unseen world that really impact profit,â&#x20AC;? Anderson told reporters during the convention.

Many valuable production traits are highly heritable, so a 50K panel DNA test has been developed to help select the animals that are most likely to be fertile, gain weight and produce tender meat.

The panel evolved out of work

Zoetis has done with the American Angus Association to develop DNA panels to test purebred cattle.

Twenty percent of registered cattle in the United States have been DNA tested, but until recently not much has been available for commercial operators, said Amos.

Commercial producers in 30 states have tried the Gene Max Advantage program to help improve heifer selection and breeding decisions.

The test works best on females with at least 75 percent Angus bloodlines.

Genetic predictions are more variable for animals below that threshold.

The North American cow herd shrank in recent years, but U.S. statistics show that remarkable heifer retention is now underway. Testing could select the best commercial females, which could then be bred to high performing bulls. The result should be better offspring.

The heifers can be tested at an early age when they are being evaluated for soundness.

Ear tags from All Flex can be used to take a core sample from the ear to provide DNA and when the sample is

submitted for testing.

The test offers three categories: â&#x20AC;˘ Parentage verification can help producers manage inbreeding that affects fertility and fitness traits. â&#x20AC;˘ Ad v a nt a g e i n d e x e s ra n k t h e females for net profit. They can make assumptions about feedlot traits such as gain and carcass grade. An index system includes scores from one to 100 with 50 being average based on a 15,000 head reference population. The scores can make assumptions on potential profit of the individual cow and its calves. Information can also be adjusted according to the farm environment, taking into account things such as climate and forage quality. â&#x20AC;˘ A smart outlier allows producers to flag animals that are more likely to be docile and produce better beef that is well marbled and tender. It can also select animals that are not expected to perform well.

Test results have shown considerable variation within individual herds. barbara.duckworth@producer.com

PRODUCTION COSTS

Analyst sees lower, stable livestock input costs

BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

SAN ANTONIO, Texas â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Stable grain prices and falling crude oil prices mean lower input costs for livestock producers this year.

Tight corn supplies followed by record grain prices hit beef, pork and poultry sectors hard between 201012. Prices started to relax as supplies rebuilt and eased the burden of high feed costs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are going to be in an environment where prices are going to be fairly stable from a price perspective due to this increased supply,â&#x20AC;? said Cattlefax market analyst Mike Murphy.

Grain and energy production projections were presented at the

National Cattlemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Beef Association in San Antonio Feb. 3-7.

U.S. corn-to-use ratios are expected to be 13 to 15 percent until April, and improved crops around the world will limit American exports to less than two billion bushels.

Murphy also calculated a shift in acreage planted to corn and soybeans this spring.

Corn acres are projected to fall by two million, but three million more acres of soybeans are anticipated.

Farmers are expected to plant 89 million acres to corn, 87.2 million acres to soybeans and 56.2 million to wheat, which would be the same as past years.

Cattlefax is already predicting that this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s corn yields will be 164.5 bu. per acre, which would total 13.5

billion bu. This is not a record, but it is enough to keep supplies stable.

Corn price forecasts for this year call for an average of $3.60 per bushel with a range of $3.50 to $4.25, compared to average $4.16 last year and $5.80 in 2013.

Five million bushels of corn will be used for ethanol production, which averaged 925,000 barrels per day last year and will continue to trend with gasoline production.

Oil prices are expected to hover between $40 and $70 for the year, and gasoline will cost $1.80 to $2.80 per gallon.

Diesel prices will vary from $2.80 to $4 per gallon and continue to trade at a premium to gasoline. barbara.duckworth@producer.com

ANIMAL HEALTH

Antibiotic resistance spurs research collaboration

BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

RED DEER â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Chicken and beef producers have agreed to share important information about antibiotics and resistance problems.

Both sectors have animals living in confinement and both have come up against troublesome bugs that are resistant to commonly used medications.

The Institute for Applied Poultry Technologies is sharing its equipment and laboratory expertise in a feedlot project to assess which bacteria are present in cases of bovine respiratory disease (BRD). â&#x20AC;&#x153;The meat and livestock industry is faced with two challenges. On the

one hand, we bring a lot of animals together in a close environment and expose them to a lot of disease pressure, and the way to deal with that is to treat them with antibiotics,â&#x20AC;? institute manager Nick Allan said at a Alberta beef industry conference held in Red Deer Feb. 18-20. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The nature of antibiotics and the microbes we are treating is that we see resistance develop. That is part of nature.â&#x20AC;?

The institute, which was formed in 2012, uses specialized equipment that can determine which bacteria are present in a sick calf and screen the microbes to determine which antimicrobials may or may not work.

Answers come within minutes rather than days, so information can

be returned to veterinarians much sooner. Practitioners can then decide which medications, if any, are best. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is lightyears ahead of where we used to be from just a few years ago,â&#x20AC;? Allan said.

The bacteria will be stored at -83 C for future research, including vaccine work.

Participants and funders include Alberta Beef Producers, Alberta Agriculture, the Alberta Cattle Feeders Association, the Alberta Veterinary Surveillance Network, Agriculture Canada, the Canadian Integrated Program for Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance and veterinary clinics that submit samples for the study. barbara.duckworth@producer.com

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Horned cattle deduction retained

Can veterinarians contribute to doctorassisted death issue?

BY KAREN BRIERE REGINA BUREAU

Saskatchewan cattle producers say the deduction for sending horned cattle to market might be small, but it should remain in place.

Producers at the Saskatchewan Cattlemen’s Association annual meeting narrowly voted to retain the $2 per head penalty following a motion that it was no longer effective and that the organization should lobby for it to be discontinued.

The Horned Cattle Trust Fund was established in 1940 to encourage producers to dehorn cattle before shipping to reduce injuries and bruises.

It has contributed hundreds of thousands of dollars to beef-related research, including financing herds at the Western Beef Development C e nt re a n d t h e Sw i f t Cu r re nt research farm.

However, the fund took in only $30,000 for the year ending March 31, 2014.

Ryan Thompson of Ceylon said the fund was useful and effective, but it was time to end it.

“We believe now that the market has taken care of the horned cattle being discounted significantly,” he told the meeting.

“This trust fund no longer brings in a significant amount of money, and it costs a lot to maintain it and administer the fund.”

$30,000 IN FINES WERE PAID LAST YEAR Others said the fund would bring in more money if producers who sent horned cattle to auction markets were actually penalized. They said brand inspectors, who are the only officials who can impose the deduction, don’t catch them all.

Saskatchewan Stock Growers Association president Doug Gillespie said as much as 80 percent of the cattle that should be penalized are not.

Shane Jahnke of Gouldtown said he took a dozen yearlings to market, 10 with visible horns longer than six centimetres, and did not see a deduction from his cheque. He agreed that he should have.

Whitewood producer Ryan Beierbach said there is no incentive to remove the horns if producers don’t see a penalty.

“If he sees it come off his cheque, there’s a good chance he’ll realize that,” he said.

“Take the time, do the job and take the horns off when they’re little.”

He said the beef code of practice now requires anesthetics for horn removal if it isn’t done when the horns and calves are small.

Lloyd Thompson from Estevan said he doesn’t believe the market is penalizing horned cattle because there is a shortage of cattle.

Shellbrook producer Tim Oleksyn said the current profitability in the industry has unfortunately led to some poor management practices, including sending heavy bull calves to market and leaving on the horns.

Even though $2 is innocuous, it is a deterrent, he added.

Moose Jaw cattle buyer Bill Jameson disagreed, saying producers are getting better at looking after their animals properly.

Philip Lynn of Marquis said brand inspectors deal with thousands of calves and can’t catch everything.

“You bring in a bunch of nine weights that have horns on them, they’ll definitely be discounted,” he said.

The provincial government agreed in 2002 to increase the penalty to $10, but the legislation was never proclaimed.

Tom Schwartz, executive director of Saskatchewan Agriculture’s livestock branch, said it’s unlikely such old legislation would be passed now, especially considering that some of the organizations mentioned in it don’t exist anymore and new ones, such as SCA, weren’t around yet.

He said there has been no formal discussion of raising the penalty. karen.briere@producer.com

ANIMAL HEALTH

JAMIE ROTHENBURGER, DVM

T

he recent Supreme Court of Canada ruling on assisted death has opened the door for legislation and sparked dialogue about what assisted dying should look like in this country.

As we grapple with these difficult questions surrounding assisted death, it may be pertinent to consult those in our society with considerable experience.

Veterinarians are frequently asked to euthanize their patients.

Euthanasia literally means “a good death,” which includes a quick, humane method resulting in minimal anxiety and pain.

Veterinarians are ethically obliged to alleviate suffering of animals placed in their care and frequently provide this compassionate service for patients.

Compared to euthanasia, natural death in many circumstances is cruel, painful and inhumane.

There are many important differences between end-of-life decisions in people and animals, but some aspects are comparable.

People and animals both suffer from similar, chronic debilitating diseases such as cancer. As well, many pet owners consider their animals to be members of their families, so I would argue veterinarians deal with assisted death of family members all the time.

As such, veterinarians are experienced with sensitive and frank discussions with owners regarding compassionate euthanasia for their animals.

Their role in these conversations is two-fold: • Veterinarians diagnose disease, provide treatment options and prognoses, assess pain and carefully consider the needs of the animal.

• They offer guidance to families about end-of-life decisions and receive training and garner hours of experience in this aspect of practice. Having that difficult conversation with a family about suffering, end of life care and ultimately when to say goodbye is not easy. Physicians will face similar challenges as they directly council patients and their families about euthanasia options.

Terminal illness raises similar quality of life concerns in people and animals. Pain control, appetite, interest in normal activities and control of bodily functions are common themes that need be thought about and discussed.

A key difference is choice. People will decide for themselves whether euthanasia is an option for them, while animals cannot decide.

Should treatment prolonging life at all possible cost be provided without considering the pain and suffering to the patient?

As a result, people who care for them must make the decision to euthanize when treatments are no longer effective and prolonging life would cause pain and suffering.

The cost of care is another key difference. Decisions to euthanize animals can be dictated by treatment cost, but this is not an immediate issue in the Canadian healthcare system.

The procedure is usually straightforward and handled with great care and sensitivity by the veterinary team once the decision is made to euthanize an animal. Pets are first sedated and an intravenous catheter is placed, usually in the presence of their family.

An anesthetic agent is injected that makes the animal unconscious before it stops the heart and breathing. As pets die in this way, their bodies soften and they pass in peace and with dignity.

For everyone involved, euthanasia requires a fun damental shift in thinking about the goals of treatment from one of prolonging life at all possible cost to considering quality of life.

This is difficult, but the approach also recognizes that prolonging life would result in unnecessary suffering.

Choosing euthanasia is the final admission that there is no more hope, which can exact a professional and emotional toll. In my own experience, I try to mentally partition this aspect of practice as an end of suffering.

Veterinarians have been dealing with the professional consequences of euthanasia for years, and although they may not have all the answers, perhaps physicians and veterinarians can learn from each other.

Veterinarians could serve society by actively participating in the consultation process and public debate.

But also, health care providers and those involved in creating legislation would do well to seek out and embrace this wealth of veterinary experience with assisted death.

Dr. Jamie Rothenburger is a veterinarian who practices pathology and a PhD student at the Ontario Veterinary College.

Twitter: @DrJamieR_Vet

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Environment, feeding program linked to acidosis

BY KAREN BRIERE REGINA BUREAU

Pen conditions could affect whether cattle suffer from rumen acidosis, says Greg Penner, an associate professor of animal science at the University of Saskatchewan.

Acidosis occurs when cattle eat feed that ferments rapidly in the rumen. It is similar to indigestion in humans but can have negative implications on animal performance and health, Penner said.

Associated disorders include liver abscesses, lameness and rumen ulcers.

Recent research has shown that acidosis might not be as prevalent as once thought and that environmental factors play a role along with feeding programs.

“What our data showed is that we suggested that the prevalence rate increases at the time when the pens are thawing, or where we have increased mud in the pens,” Penner said.

“And then we conducted a second

study to look at how mud depth influences risk and feeding behaviour.”

The first study included 30 steers with cannulas so that rumen pH could be measured every five minutes. The steers were mixed with 250 commercial steers and divided into eight pens.

They were fed a 21-day backgrounding diet, followed by a fourstep 20-day transition diet and then a final finishing diet of 141 days.

The pH measurements indicated no problems during the backgrounding diet with a prevalence of acidosis at less than 10 percent, Penner said.

The transition diet, where he would have expected problems, also showed no significant prevalence.

There was a small spike about halfway through the finishing phase, and short periods where close to 60 percent of the steers had acidosis.

“Overall, I think it’s pretty good news,” Penner said.

One criticism of the study was that the cannulated steers, those surgically fitted with a porthole-like object

A study shows poor feedlot conditions could cause changes in feeding behaviour, leading to acidosis. | FILE PHOTO that enables researchers to access the rumen, might not respond the same as intact steers.

However, Penner said a review of the liver abscess data found that 11 percent of the cannulated steers and 14 percent of the non-cannulated steers had abscesses, which means the populations appear to be representative.

The second study looked at conditions in eight pens at the PoundMaker feedlot during the last five

weeks of a finishing diet, which also coincided with the spring thaw. Thirty steers in those pens were orally dosed with boluses to measure pH. Students observed the behaviour of those animals in the large pens every five minutes for a 12-hour period to see where and when they were eating or drinking or if they were idle.

Mud depth in the pen was measured twice a week, which found 10 cm to 18 centimetres during the study.

The study found that the steers went to the feed bunk less often if the mud around it was deeper, but they stayed and ate longer. Dry matter intake and average daily gain were consistent with feedlot expectations, and minimum pH was more than 5.5.

“So, from a classical definition, we don’t have acidosis,” Penner said.

However, he said the risk of changing feeding behaviour that could lead to acidosis is greater as pen conditions worsen.

The studies show that producers should consider factors other than feed when they have animals with digestive disorders, he added.

Penner said research usually focuses on individually housed animals so that the differences can be measured, but feeding behaviour in bunks is significantly different.

Producers who effectively manage feed bunks and environmental conditions can control digestive orders, he added. karen.briere@producer.com

CHEERING FOR ASHLEY

Shaved head shows big forehead, but also friendly support

RYAN TAYLOR

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’ ve always kept my hair pretty short. I was even born with short hair.

Well, there was that one period of time, immortalized in my second grade school photo, when I let my hair grow so long that it went over my ears. Hey, it was the ’70s. Wild times.

Actually, I didn’t start life with short hair. When I look at baby photos, I’d say I was plain old bald. While my hair has been growing as best it can for the last 44 years, it’s a safe bet to make that I’ll return to my day one baldness at some point in the future.

As of last week, I gave baldness a try with the help of a friend and a hair clipper.

Not long before that, I went to a barber and got my usual cut with the half inch guard and the extra care it takes to leave a little something on my forehead to part and comb off to the side.

As a result, going down to the scalp was only a half inch trip, plus chopping off that cow lick that dangled off my widow’s peak.

I went from the half inch trim to a zero inch buzz to support a friend and accept a challenge within a circle of mutual friends who want her to know we’re there to help her through the chemotherapy she is taking for Stage 4 melanoma.

Our children thought it was pretty entertaining when they got a look at my new hairless-do. My six-yearold daughter, never at a loss for words, said, “I think those tiny little hairs on the back of your head look nice … and I’m sure you’ll get a lot of compliments on your humon-

of ancient lodging on the Plains and the tools of the people who built them, my 10-year-old came up with, “yeah, it kind of looks like an arrowhead.”

While the kids have had some fun with my new look, I remind them, and everyone, that it’s not about me or my hair. It’s about our friend, Ashley, and the battle she is waging against a serious and aggressive cancer.

We’re “Cheering for Ashley,” which happens to be the name of the Facebook page we use to support her if you want to give it a “like.”

I saw Ashley at church last Sunday with her family, and she smiled and said, “I like your hair do, Ryan.”

I told her I liked hers too, but mostly I liked seeing her smile.

As her brother has told all of us, the four things that will get his sister through this challenge are love, support, prayer and laughter. Our family is offering up the first three every day, and if my haircut will add some-

thing to the fourth, I’m glad to add my subtracted hair as a way to help.

Ryan Taylor is a rancher, writer and senator in the state legislature from Towner, North Dakota.

Photo: Harley Farms (Keene, ON)

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gous forehead.”

She really emphasized “humongous,” waited for me to laugh, then giggled uncontrollably and worked “humongous forehead” into the conversation three or four more times while we drove home from town.

She asked if I had my hair cut for the “Locks of Love” program that she had heard about from a friend in school. I told her that the hair they cut off my head was probably too short and had too much gray in it for the children who are helped by Locks of Love.

“But maybe some old, bald guy would like to have it,” she countered.

OK, maybe. Ouch.

My sons came up with some new names for the bilateral bareness that defines the widow’s peak on my humongous forehead — now she’s got me saying it.

My eight-year-old said: “I can really see that ‘tipi’ on your head now, Dad.” Tagging on to the theme

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Growers can thank China not only for bolstering crop prices but for keeping input costs in check, says a fertilizer analyst.

David Asbridge, president of NPK Fertilizer Advisory Service, said urea prices could have been ugly last year if it wasn’t for the Asian powerhouse.

Production curtailments in Ukraine and Egypt caused a dramatic reduction in exports from those two countries. However, China filled the void by shipping a record amount of the product.

“It has kept prices under pressure,” said Asbridge.

Torgeir Kvidal, president of Yara International, provided insight about the urea market during a recent presentation about the company’s fourth quarter results.

Exports from Ukraine have been cut because of the conflict with proRussian separatists, while shipments out of Egypt have been hurt by a shortage of natural gas.

Exports from the two countries fell to 1.87 million tonnes for January to September 2014 from 1.87 million tonnes for the same period in 2013, a drop of 49 percent.

“Egypt and Ukraine in combination constitute between 12 to 15 percent typically of international trade, so when that is halved from 2013 into 2014, it gives a significant effect,” said Kvidal in a webcast.

China compensated for the reduced supply by stepping up its export program. The world’s biggest urea producer shipped 14 million tonnes last year.

“It is one-third of international traded urea,” said Kvidal.

Asbridge said China’s large export program has driven down urea prices. The f.o.b. barge price in New Orleans for granular urea last week was $310 per short ton, which is down from about $420 at the same time the past couple of years.

Kvidal said international urea prices are getting close to China’s cost of production.

There is also mounting pressure on China to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. China’s urea is produced with coal, which emits 2.5 times more carbon dioxide than urea made from natural gas.

“If you, at a point in time, come to a situation where Chinese authorities or market forces in China start to work in a way that it’s not that sensible to continue to export coal-fired urea out of China, it can have a significant tightening effect on the urea market,” he said.

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0.60 19.00 2.67 32.00 8.51 55.73

FOOD PROCESSORS NAME

EXCH

Maple Leaf TSX Premium Brands TSX Tyson Foods NY

CLOSE LAST WK 22.48 25.69 41.67

21.78 24.55 40.70

FARM EQUIPMENT MFG. NAME

EXCH

Ag Growth Int’l TSX AGCO Corp.

NY Buhler Ind. TSX Caterpillar Inc. NY CNH Industrial N.V.NY Deere and Co. NY Vicwest Fund TSX

Western Canadian farmers could see higher urea prices this spring, but an analyst with NPK Fertilizer Advisory Service believes prices will remain stable over the long term because of greater Asian production. | FILE PHOTO expects a significant curtailment of gas-based urea production in China over the next two or three years because gas will be allocated for other uses.

He believes the “high watermarks” for Chinese urea exports will be last year and maybe this year, and then it will tail off.

Asbridge isn’t as convinced. He agreed that another $20 to $25 per tonne drop in prices could force Chinese companies that use coal to produce nitrogen to close, but it would be plants in the interior of the country rather than the export-oriented facilities on the coast.

“It will probably impact the Chinese domestic market a little bit more than it will the export market,” he said.

Asbridge doesn’t buy Kvidal’s argument that Beijing will cut production for environmental reasons.

“He’s trying to be fairly optimistic for his own business, to be honest with you,” said Asbridge.

He said the Chinese government was behind the decision to use coal instead of natural gas because it wanted to use natural gas for other purposes.

“To say that the Chinese government now is going to come in and start regulating coal-based nitrogen very stringently to me is a little farreaching,” said Asbridge.

He expects China to be a leading urea exporter for many years to come. The country “seriously overbuilt ” its nitrogen industr y in response to a scare in 1994, when it

CLOSE LAST WK 54.76 50.46 5.94 84.44 8.74 92.43 12.48

FARM INPUT SUPPLIERS NAME

EXCH

CLOSE LAST WK

FOB NOLA barge, $U.S./short ton

Agrium TSX BASF OTC Bayer Ag OTC Dow Chemical NY Dupont NY BioSyent Inc. TSXV Monsanto NY Mosaic NY PotashCorp TSX Syngenta ADR

$900

TRANSPORTATION

UREA PRICES FALL World urea nitrogen prices this winter are lower than they have been in recent years, thanks to increased production and exports from China.The New Orleans, Louisiana, (NOLA) barge price is slightly more than $300 per short ton now but was about $650 in 2012.

800

NAME

EXCH

700

CN Rail CPR

TSX TSX

600

136.14 95.82 143.30 49.53 76.67 10.15 124.91 53.08 46.38 70.74

135.36 94.90 144.44 49.44 76.18 10.47 124.77 52.33 46.14 70.02

CLOSE LAST WK 87.70 238.16

87.29 231.85

List courtesy of Ian Morrison, financial adviser with the Calgary office of Raymond James Ltd., member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. The listed equity prices included were obtained from Thomson Reuters.

The data listed in this list has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Within the last 12 months, Raymond James Ltd. has undertaken an underwriting liability or has provided advice for a fee with respect to the securities of AGT Food. For more information, Morrison can be reached at 403-221-0396 or 1-877-264-0333.

500 400 300 200 100 0 ’04

53.06 49.78 5.76 85.13 8.13 90.04 12.52

’05

’06

’07

’08

’09

’10

’11

’12

’13

’14

’15

Source: Fertecon and Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan | WP GRAPHIC

Russia to cut prices

was forced to import 4.3 million tonnes of corn, he added.

China decided it needed its own supply of nitrogen fertilizer for its corn crop rather than be the world’s largest customer for the input.

“That’s when they really made the decision to go on this building binge f o r n i t r o g e n f e r t i l i z e r s,” s a i d Asbridge.

That binge will keep prices depressed for years to come, although there will be seasonal blips.

He expects urea prices to be stable until spring, when they will temporarily rise as U.S. growers plant what he thinks will be 90 million acres of

MOSCOW, Russia (Reuters) — Russian fertilizer producers are willing to cut prices by up to 33 percent for domestic customers, Russian news agencies reported, citing Igor Artemyev, head of the country’s federal Anti-Monopoly Service.

The anti-monopoly service and agriculture ministry had been lobbying for a tax on fertilizer exports to try to help farmers after the ruble slump boosted exports and inflated domestic prices.

However, following the concession by fertilizer producers, deputy prime minister Arkady Dvorkovich said Russia did not plan to impose export taxes.

corn, which needs lots of nitrogen.

Asbridge’s corn acre number is higher than what many other analysts anticipate. He said that is because the soybean-corn price ratio has turned in favour of corn in recent weeks.

However, the price bump should be short-lived. He expects urea prices to soften significantly in the summer because of continued expansion of urea production in China, the Middle East and North America.

“The world situation is getting long for urea,” said Asbridge. sean.pratt@producer.com

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101

INCOME PROTECTION

Insurance one way to reduce producers’ financial risk TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS

COLIN MILLER

F

armers make a huge financial investment year after year with a high risk of not recovering that investment.

They can be left in a tough financial position if the weather does not cooperate or the markets drop.

Farmers can mitigate this risk by diversifying their operations with different products, but there is still some risk exposure.

Alternatively, farmers can buy insurance to cover their risks, but it’s not easy knowing which is best for their operation while being the most cost effective. A variety of products are available, and the following are just a few to consider.

Private insurance solutions New private insurance products can help protect the farm’s financial

FINANCIAL RESULTS

Deere cuts profit forecast with drop in equipment sales (Reuters) — Farm equipment maker Deere & Co. has posted a 43 percent decline in first quarter profit and cut its full-year profit forecast as lower grain prices and weak farm income weighed on demand for agricultural machinery.

The company, which receives nearly two-thirds of its revenue from farm and turf machinery, cut its 2015 net profit forecast to $1.8 billion from $1.9 billion.

Sales of Deere’s farm and turf machinery are expected to fall 23 percent globally this year, it said, which includes a four percent negative impact of a strong U.S. dollar. The company earlier forecast a 20 percent sales reduction.

Deere’s overall equipment sales are expected to fall 19 percent in the current quarter ending April 30.

Its sales have been hit by large crops and lower grain prices, leaving farmers with less cash to spend on equipment. Corn prices fell 15 percent last year on top of a decline of nearly 40 percent in 2013.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently said net farm income is expected to fall 32 percent to $73.6 billion this year, which is the lowest since 2009 and a drop of nearly 43 percent from the record high of $129 billion in 2013.

Net income attributable to Deere fell to $387 million in the first quarter ended Jan. 31 from $681 million a year earlier. Sales fell 16.6 percent to $6.38 billion.

The company’s stock had risen eight percent in the past 12 months up to the close of markets Feb. 19, which was a day before the quarterly financial report was released.

stability by insuring a specified margin. This allows farmers to be insured for a certain amount of earnings over their costs. Input costs include fertilizer, chemical and seed.

One advantage to this option is that it allows for a minimum amount of margin to be covered for the farm, which means the quantity, quality and price for production are covered in the revenue calculation.

Like other programs, the margins used are based on five years of financial results. However, the difference is that these margins are based on accrual-based financial statements which, depending on the operation, may cost extra to prepare.

The premiums depend on fluctua-

tions in the farm’s earnings, assets held and average inputs per acre. As a result, the cost can vary from year to year.

traditional insurance, because the proceeds of this coverage are also considered.

Traditional crop insurance

Agri-Stability This government program is also designed to protect an operation’s margins. In simple terms, a payout is determined by looking at an average of revenue less expenses for the past five years and determining if the gross margin has dropped by more than 30 percent.

It helps ensure that a disaster does not destroy the farm financially. The chance of a payout is reduced if the farmer has other coverage, such as

Traditional crop insurance uses the producer’s average yield per crop from the past.

Coverage is bought for a percentage of this production, which in turn provides less price protection. However, the spring price endorsement can be used to help protect for the price offered for the crops.

This insurance is a longstanding and trusted form of protection for farmers, but it can be costly and depends on an adjustor to determine

the insurance payout for items such as hail damage.

These are only a few of the insurance options available to farmers.

Cost, tolerance for risk and the ability for insurance companies to be able to pay in the event of a claim should be considered.

It may not be possible to reduce all of the risk involved in farming, but insurance can help. Make sure to consult a professional to discuss available options and which ones make the most sense for your operation.

Colin Miller is a chartered accountant and partner with KPMG’s tax practice in Lethbridge. Contact: colinmiller@kpmg.ca.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2014 | WWW.PRODUCER.COM | THE WESTERN PRODUCER

CATTLE & SHEEP Steers 600-700 lb. (average $/cwt) Alberta

Slaughter Cattle ($/cwt) Grade A

Live Feb. 13-19

Steers Alta.

Ont.

$300 $290 $280 $270 $260 1/19 1/26

GRAINS

2/2

2/9

2/13 2/23

Previous Feb. 6-12

n/a 183.85-200.81

Heifers Alta.

Ont.

Year ago

n/a 175.22-196.15

Rail Feb. 13-19

135.09 144.57

314.50-318.50 312.00-317.00

n/a 312.00-318.00

n/a 172.08-192.09

n/a 168.96-196.23

n/a 135.19

n/a 311.00-316.00

n/a 311.00-317.00 Canfax

Saskatchewan Feeder Cattle ($/cwt)

$275

$265 2/9

2/13 2/23

Manitoba $280 $275 $270 $265 2/2

2/9

2/13 2/23

Heifers 500-600 lb. (average $/cwt)

Man.

Alta.

B.C.

Steers 900-1000 800-900 700-800 600-700 500-600 400-500 Heifers 800-900 700-800 600-700 500-600 400-500 300-400

214-228 224-240 241-266 266-295 290-322 319-353

211-228 226-242 235-261 262-292 285-320 315-357

223-230 232-245 246-265 275-294 299-322 322-351

202-230 220-245 248-264 268-296 290-316 302-345

207-218 220-241 241-265 262-300 291-315 292-334

202-217 215-233 234-259 267-293 280-320 300-245

218-227 230-244 245-264 270-296 291-315 318-336

Fed. inspections only Canada U.S. To date 2015 329,547 3,780,846 To date 2014 347,467 3,973,254 % Change 15/14 -5.2 -4.8

$300 $290

Canfax

$280 $270 2/9

2/13 2/23

Steers Heifers Cows Bulls

Feb. 14/15 871 805 728 1031

Saskatchewan

203-232 220-243 246-269 259-288 282-313 295-330

$280 $275 $270 2/2

Feb. 15/14 852 792 675 877

YTD 15 875 807 714 958

YTD 14 848 793 671 897

U.S. Cash cattle ($US/cwt)

$285

$265 1/19 1/26

2/9

2/13 2/23

Manitoba

Slaughter cattle (35-65% choice) National Kansas Nebraska Nebraska (dressed) Feeders No. 1 (800-900 lb) South Dakota Billings Dodge City

$280 $275 $270

Close Feb. 20 Live Cattle Feb 156.70 Apr 148.53 Jun 141.88 Aug 140.80 Oct 143.45 Feeder Cattle Mar 199.18 Apr 198.35 May 197.83 Aug 201.00 Sep 200.38

Steers 159.31 159.98 158.18 254.52

Heifers 159.77 160.00 156.00 254.36

Steers 187-214 184.50-199 191-202

Trend steady/-2 n/a firm/+2

Close Trend Feb. 13 160.00 153.23 146.03 144.00 146.33

-3.30 -4.70 -4.15 -3.20 -2.88

144.55 141.45 132.73 131.30 134.40

203.85 203.25 202.53 204.98 204.50

-4.67 -4.90 -4.70 -3.98 -4.12

170.70 171.20 172.23 174.00 173.50

2/9

2/13 2/23

Canadian Beef Production million lb. YTD % change Fed 199.0 +4 Non-fed 41.8 -2 Total beef 240.8 +3 Canfax

EXCHANGE RATE: FEB. 23 $1 Cdn. = $0.7935 U.S. $1 U.S. = $1.2602 Cdn.

Canfax

SunGold Meats report is no longer available.

-

Due to wide reporting and collection methods, it is misleading to compare hog prices between provinces.

Index 100 Hog Price Trends ($/ckg) Alberta $160 $150 $140 $130

Cattle / Beef Trade Exports % from 2014 59,179 (1) -35.3 43,254 (1) +29.4 221,984 (3) +12.4 317,728 (3) +14.1 Imports % from 2014 n/a (2) n/a 44,879 (2) -6.1 9,397 (4) -51.5 15,901 (4) -39.8

Sltr. cattle to U.S. (head) Feeder C&C to U.S. (head) Total beef to U.S. (tonnes) Total beef, all nations (tonnes) Sltr. cattle from U.S. (head) Feeder C&C from U.S. (head) Total beef from U.S. (tonnes) Total beef, all nations (tonnes)

(1) to Feb. 7/15 (2) to Dec. 31/14 (3) to Dec. 31/14 (4) to Feb. 14/15 Agriculture Canada

-

SunGold Meats

Feb. 17 2.50-3.00 2.10-2.78 2.00-2.40 2.05-2.15 1.80-1.93 2.45-2.75 0.90-1.10 0.95-1.20 65-150

New lambs 65-80 lb 80-95 lb > 95 lb > 110 lb Feeder lambs Sheep Rams Kids

Feb. 9 2.50-2.95 2.55-2.84 2.20-2.44 2.10-2.25 2.00-2.17 2.45-2.75 0.95-1.10 0.95-1.20 65-150

Ontario Stockyards Inc.

Feb. 20 1.70-2.00 2.20 1.60-1.85 0.40-0.60

Wool lambs >80 lb Wool lambs <80 lb Hair lambs Fed sheep

2/9

2/13 2/23

Fixed contract $/ckg (Hams Marketing) Week ending Mar 21-Mar 28 Apr 04-Apr 11 Apr 18-Apr 25 May 02-May 09 May 16-May 23 May 30-Jun 06 Jun 13-Jun 20 Jun 27-Jul 04 Jul 11-Jul 18 Jul 25-Aug 01

Maple Leaf Thunder Sig 3 Creek Pork Feb. 20 Feb. 20 141.37-141.95 140.72-141.38 142.61-143.76 143.13-145.60 143.76-147.21 137.44-158.33 161.04-167.94 159.91-162.92 169.09-175.98 165.30-165.67 175.98-175.98 169.55-176.40 179.43-182.88 181.36-183.10 182.88-183.22 175.83-177.48 178.62-184.37 175.42-177.89 178.05-178.97 176.66-179.96

Export 129,458 (1) 394,373 (2) 1,150,993 (2)

Sltr. hogs to/fm U.S. (head) Total pork to/fm U.S. (tonnes) Total pork, all nations (tonnes)

$150 $140 $130 2/9

2/13 2/23

(1) to Feb. 7/15 (2) to Dec/ 31/14

To date 2015 To date 2014 % change 15/14

Fed. inspections only U.S. 15,416,511 14,944,739 +3.2

$320 1/16 1/26

2/2

2/9

2/13 2/23

Milling Wheat (March) $225 $220 $215 $210 1/16 1/26

2/2

2/9

2/13 2/23

Cash Prices $460 $450

Index 100 hogs $/ckg 129.80 130.57

Man. Que.

U.S. Grain Cash Prices ($US/bu.)

$420 1/16 1/23 1/30

2/6

2/13 2/20

$0 $-10 $-20

2/6

2/13 2/20

Feed Wheat (Lethbridge) $215 $210 $205 $200 $195 1/16 1/23 1/30

2/6

2/13 2/20

Flax (elevator bid- S’toon) $580 $560 $540 $520 $500 1/16 1/23 1/30

2/6

2/13 2/20

Barley (cash - March) $210 $205

Basis: $16

$200 $195 $190 1/16 1/23 1/30

2/6

2/13 2/20

Chicago Nearby Futures ($US/100 bu.)

Corn (March) $400

$380

2/2

2/9

2/13 2/23

Soybeans (March) $1020 $1000 $980 $960

Import n/a 14,053 (3) 15,032 (3)

% from 2014 n/a -38.6 -37.5 Agriculture Canada

$940 1/16 1/26

2/2

2/9

2/13 2/23

Oats (March) $300 $290 $280

Chicago Hogs Lean ($US/cwt)

$170 $160 $150 2/2

2/9

2/13 2/23

Apr May Jun Jul

Close Feb. 20 67.40 77.30 81.73 81.98

Close Feb. 13 66.03 76.13 80.13 80.55

Trend +1.37 +1.17 +1.60 +1.43

Year ago 99.35 107.00 108.03 107.55

Aug Oct Dec Feb

Close Feb. 20 81.60 68.95 64.70 66.60

Close Feb. 13 80.73 70.73 67.00 69.08

Trend +0.87 -1.78 -2.30 -2.48

Year ago 105.98 92.05 85.93 86.00

$260 1/16 1/26

2/2

2/9

2/13 2/23

Minneapolis Nearby Futures ($US/100bu.)

Spring Wheat (March) $620

ELEVATOR SHIPMENTS

(000 tonnes) Feb. 15 Alta.

222.6 Sask.

243.1 Man. 89.1

Feb. 8 234.5 312.6 82.2

YTD 7625.50 11040.00 3301.50

Year Ago 6726.2 9874.6 3520.7

Feb. 20 6.28 5.48 8.95 5.76 no bid

USDA

No. 1 DNS (14%) Montana elevator No. 1 DNS (13%) Montana elevator No. 1 Durum (13%) Montana elevator No. 1 Malt Barley Montana elevator No. 2 Feed Barley Montana elevator

$600 $580 $560 $540 1/16 1/26

Grain Futures Feb. 23 Feb. 13 Trend Wpg ICE Canola ($/tonne) Mar 469.70 467.40 +2.30 May 467.50 463.10 +4.40 Jul 462.10 458.80 +3.30 Nov 450.90 448.40 +2.50 Wpg ICE Milling Wheat ($/tonne) Mar 221.00 227.00 -6.00 May 230.00 236.00 -6.00 Jul 233.00 238.00 -5.00 Wpg ICE Durum Wheat ($/tonne) Mar 333.00 333.00 0.00 May 323.00 323.00 0.00 Wpg ICE Barley ($/tonne) Mar 184.00 195.00 -11.00 May 186.00 197.00 -11.00 Chicago Wheat ($US/bu.)

Mar 5.0575 5.3300 -0.2725 May 5.0400 5.2925 -0.2525 Jul 5.0875 5.3225 -0.2350 Dec 5.3000 5.5250 -0.2250 Chicago Oats ($US/bu.)

Mar 2.7200 2.7850 -0.0650 May 2.7200 2.7800 -0.0600 Dec 2.8650 2.8725 -0.0075 Chicago Soybeans ($US/bu.)

Mar 9.9925 9.9050 +0.0875 May 10.0150 9.9475 +0.0675 Jul 10.0600 10.0000 +0.0600 Nov 9.7975 9.7100 +0.0875 Chicago Soy Oil (¢US/lb.)

Mar 31.14 32.40 -1.26 May 31.33 32.59 -1.26 Jul 31.54 32.76 -1.22 Chicago Soy Meal ($US/short ton) Mar 348.3 332.3 +16.0 May 338.5 326.0 +12.5 Jul 335.4 323.6 +11.8 Chicago Corn ($US/bu.)

Mar 3.7875 3.8725 -0.0850 May 3.8675 3.9525 -0.0850 Jul 3.9450 4.0275 -0.0825 Dec 4.1050 4.1750 -0.0700 Minneapolis Wheat ($US/bu.)

Mar 5.6775 5.8700 -0.1925 May 5.6800 5.8500 -0.1700 Jul 5.7250 5.8700 -0.1450 Dec 5.9125 6.0325 -0.1200 Kansas City Wheat ($US/bu.)

Mar 5.3125 5.6275 -0.3150 May 5.3600 5.6375 -0.2775 Dec 5.7025 5.9250 -0.2225

Year ago 411.70 422.00 431.90 449.40 191.00 195.00 196.00 245.00 249.00 126.50 128.50 6.1775 6.1700 6.2100 6.4200 4.8300 4.4825 3.2725 13.8650 13.7500 13.5825 11.6025 40.75 41.03 41.25 465.9 448.7 434.9 4.5150 4.5775 4.6225 4.6500 6.6275 6.5675 6.6075 6.7950 6.8900 6.8400 6.9325

Canadian Exports & Crush

$270

$180

Feb. 18 Feb. 11 Year Ago No. 3 Oats Saskatoon ($/tonne) 143.59 145.40 136.84 Snflwr NuSun Enderlin ND (¢/lb) 19.15 19.05 19.85

$430

$360 1/16 1/26

147.00 141.90 *incl. wt. premiums

% from 2014 +53.6 +8.0 -2.6

Avg. Feb. 13 39.44 39.81 23.08 22.92 35.58 35.58 31.69 31.69 22.60 22.60 33.46 33.04 30.33 30.17 8.56 9.01 7.96 8.46 8.44 8.44 8.22 8.22 8.37 8.37 4.78 4.78 34.25 34.25 25.17 25.17 30.63 30.63 24.36 24.36 15.73 15.73 19.29 19.29 15.57 15.57 16.69 16.69

$440

$370

Alta.

Sask.

Feb. 23 37.50-44.00 19.50-28.00 35.00-36.00 30.50-33.00 20.00-26.00 28.00-37.00 28.00-36.00 8.30-9.00 7.80-8.00 8.15-9.50 8.15-8.25 8.10-8.50 4.75-4.85 34.00-34.50 25.00-25.50 29.50-31.00 23.00-26.00 15.20-16.00 18.00-20.00 14.00-18.00 14.00-20.00

Cash Prices

Canola (cash - March)

$390

Agriculture Canada

(3) to Feb. 14/15

Manitoba

$140 1/19 1/26

Canada 2,746,931 2,687,003 +2.2

Hogs / Pork Trade

$160

2/2

To Feb. 14

$340

Canola and barley are basis par region. Feed wheat basis Lethbridge. Basis is best bid.

Hog Slaughter

Saskatchewan

$120 1/19 1/26

2/13 2/23

$360

$-40 1/16 1/23 1/30

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HOGS

2/2

2/9

Laird lentils, No. 1 (¢/lb) Laird lentils, Xtra 3 (¢/lb) Richlea lentils, No. 1 (¢/lb) Eston lentils, No. 1 (¢/lb) Eston lentils, Xtra 3 (¢/lb) Sm. Red lentils, No. 2 (¢/lb) Sm. Red lentils, Xtra 3 (¢/lb) Peas, green No. 1 ($/bu) Peas, green 10% bleach ($/bu) Peas, med. yellow No. 1 ($/bu) Peas, sm. yellow No. 2 ($/bu) Maple peas ($/bu) Feed peas ($/bu) Mustard, yellow, No. 1 (¢/lb) Mustard, brown, No. 1 (¢/lb) Mustard, Oriental, No. 1 (¢/lb) Canaryseed (¢/lb) Desi chickpeas (¢/lb) Kabuli, 8mm, No. 1 (¢/lb) Kabuli, 7mm, No. 1 (¢/lb) B-90 ckpeas, No. 1 (¢/lb)

$-30

Sheep ($/lb.) & Goats ($/head)

Sask. Sheep Dev. Bd.

$120 1/19 1/26

2/2

Canola (basis - March)

This wk Last wk Yr. ago 318-320 318-320 n/a

USDA 2/2

Year ago

Est. Beef Wholesale ($/cwt) Montreal

$265 $260 1/19 1/26

$180 1/16 1/26

$230

Chicago Futures ($US/cwt)

Average Carcass Weight

2/2

$185

$380

To Feb. 14

Canfax

Alberta

$260 1/19 1/26

$195

$400

Cattle Slaughter

Sask.

$270

$260 1/19 1/26

$200

Durum (March)

$280

2/2

Source: STAT Publishing, which solicits bids from Maviga N.A., Legumex Walker, CGF Brokerage, Parrish & Heimbecker, Simpson Seeds and Alliance Grain Traders. Prices paid for dressed product at plant.

Barley (March) $190

*Live f.o.b. feedlot, rail f.o.b. plant.

$260 1/19 1/26

Pulse and Special Crops

ICE Futures Canada

Previous Feb. 6-12

2/2

2/9

2/13 2/23

To (1,000 MT) Feb. 15 Wheat 199.1 Durum 70.6 Oats 14.1 Barley 36.3 Flax 4.7 Canola 143.5 Peas 11.4 Lentils 0.5 (1,000 MT) Feb. 18 Canola crush 131.0

To Feb. 8 255.1 14.5 19.0 13.4 4.5 54.7 51.8 14.8 Feb. 11 136.2

Total Last to date year 8687.5 8217.4 2808.1 2394.5 584.6 538.3 824.1 616.5 220.9 186.3 4441.4 4039.2 1557.5 1043.1 354.8 176.6 To date Last year 3947.5 3767.1

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-29.8 -33.8 -24.6 -35.8 -25.2 -23.7 -39.1 -35.3 -39.6 -33.2 -36.2 -34.3 -28.7 -35.3 -26.2 -22.9 -35.6 -32.3

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29.7 58.8 34.7 74.2 100.6 50.3 71.0 55.2 69.1 94.8 136.1 48.7 52.5 57.1 38.8 28.8 35.5 65.8

58 81 51 109 227 84 110 91 104 167 212 86 97 106 75 57 49 104

9.6 10.8 -0.3 3.7 6.9 6.0 4.3 12.9 3.0 10.0 10.6 5.1 9.0 7.3 10.0 4.4

-20.1 -13.1 -28.5 -26.8 -22.8 -12.2 -25.1 -20.5 -26.4 -19.1 -21.4 -15.3 -18.7 -19.9 -13.1 -30.4

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1.6 2.6 4.7 3.8 2.7 6.1 0.0 1.6 2.1 0.6 2.9 2.5 4.7 5.3 4.4 6.8

72.2 71.8 126.4 73.6 67.0 185.0 53.7 91.2 71.5 62.6 59.5 111.3 98.1 120.3 61.0 61.0

167 162 196 150 100 204 62 170 119 126 92 133 102 204 98 106

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Brandon Dauphin Gimli Melita Morden Portage La Prairie Swan River Winnipeg

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67.9 61.6 41.0 40.6 37.2 36.4 57.2 26.3

93 84 54 56 45 44 69 33

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8.6 3.1 0.3 0.0 0.5

138.0 204.1 126.9 136.2 213.2

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