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Windstorm sandblasts crops Factors to consider before reseeding include switching crops By Allan Dawson co-operator staff

Head baker makes sure the slice is right Cigi’s Tony Tweed hangs up his apron after four decades of breads, bagels and croissants

inds of up to 100 kilometres an hour t o p p l e d g ra n a r i e s, uprooted trees, ripped off shingles and sandblasted crops in south-central Manitoba May 14. In the aftermath, around 400 reseeding claims were submitted to the Manitoba Agricultural Service Corporation’s (MASC) insurance division as of May 18, said David Van Deynze, manager of claim services. “Canola, by far, accounted for most of the claims,” he said. “Cereals can handle those conditions better.” The corporation doesn’t know yet how many acres those claims represent or how many will result in reseeding, Van Deynze said. There were fewer claims farther west, despite strong winds there too. Van Deynze suspects canola in that area was seeded later and therefore less of it had emerged. Before ripping up a crop and reseeding farmers need to make a claim and ideally have a corporation adjuster assess it, he said. However, if a claim has been registered, but not assessed farmSee WINDSTORM on page 6 »

After 40 years, Cigi’s head baker Tony Tweed is as passionate as ever about helping customers understand how to get the most from Canadian ingredients. Photo: Laura Rance

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ony Tweed knew about the unique quality of Canadian bread wheats long before he was recruited to Canada in the mid-1960s to establish its first commercial baking school at the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology in Edmonton. “I worked with a lot of Canadian wheat flour in England,” the Britishb o r n a n d - t ra i n e d b a k e r s a i d . “Everybody knew that if you were making good biscuits, you used Australian flour, and if you wanted to make good bread, you used Canadian flour.” Tweed had actually been seconded by the Canadian International

Development Agency and was planning to start mobile baking schools in Peru when he learned his wife was expecting. The family changed their plans, and he was looking for a new job in 1972 just as the fledgling Canadian Grains Institute, as it was then called, was looking for a head baker. The rest, as they say, is history — 40 years of it to be exact. An iconic fixture in the Cigi baking technology centre, Tweed has spent the past four decades working with customers from 115 countries on the technical aspects of products, travelling to dozens of countries as well as helping teach the 38,000 or so participants in the more technical courses Cigi has offered. What he learned upon his arrival at

Cigi, as the Canadian International Grains Institute is now called, and what he has conveyed to customers ever since, has been the infrastructure that is behind Canada’s quality, everything from the variety selection, to farm practices, to clean handling and quality segregation systems, to a skilled team of troubleshooters who help processors sort out technical glitches. “You are really selling Canadian grain, but you are also selling Canada — clean air, fresh water, nice people, and the systems are honest here,” Tweed said. “It is a very unique place to work. Where else do you get to meet people from all these different See HEAD BAKER on page 6 »

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The Manitoba Co-operator | May 24, 2012

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Can’t live with them, or without them

From lush to bone dry The province’s pasture conditions this year are a mixed bag

GMO pigs are pigs too By Rod Nickel winnipeg / reuters

CROPS Get ready for buyer beware CFIA prepares to withdraw from tracking fertilizer efficacy

FEATURE Cigi celebrates 40 years Reknowned institute will go on without the CWB

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U.S. animal rights group hopes to save a herd of genetically modified pigs from early deaths after funding dried up for a Canadian research project that has stoked controversy about altering animal genes to produce food. Possible euthanization of the nine socalled Enviropigs, descendants of swine first bred 13 years ago by the University of Guelph in Ontario to lessen the environmental impact of pig waste, has drawn opposition from Farm Sanctuary, a New York state-based group that places abused animals in new homes. “For the same reason, the university wouldn’t be euthanizing healthy puppies or kittens, they shouldn’t be killing these pigs,” said Bruce Friedrich, a senior official with Farm Sanctuary. “They have a moral responsibility to see that these animals lead out their lives being pigs.” The Enviropig is one of a handful of research projects around the world that could engineer the first genetically modified animal for human consumption. But GMO plants and animals face tough scrutiny from regulators, with some consumers leery about unproven long-term health effects. “It would represent an unacceptable and irresponsible risk for the university to allow these transgenic animals to be under anyone else’s control... with the possibility that they could intermix with either feral or domesti-

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cated pigs, or even end up in the human food chain by accident,” wrote University of Guelph spokeswoman Lori Bona Hunt in a statement to Reuters. Enviropig’s researchers applied several years ago for approval for human food consumption from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Health Canada. Those regulators have not announced decisions. With the university not budging, the next step for Farm Sanctuary, which says it has 250,000 paid members and supporters in North America, is to mobilize a written campaign to save the pigs, Friedrich said. “These pigs have been born into Guelph’s research labs and have probably not yet had the chance to take mud baths and bask in the sun and root in the soil, and be pigs. “Guelph owes them that.”

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Firefighters responding to more diverse calls than ever before Volunteer firefighters’ first line of defence against recent forest fires in southeast Manitoba By Shannon VanRaes CO-OPERATOR STAFF

t was the kind of heavyhanded knock on the door no one wants to hear, that told Donna Stewart a forest fire was closing in on her home. “I was terrified,” said the 65-year-old retiree, one of more than a dozen people evacuated after fire threatened the community of Badger this May. “By the time we had our shoes on the municipality was there and we could hear the fire trucks.” But the firefighters on those trucks weren’t so different from the people they were coming to assist. Like most rural communities, Badger and the Rural Municipality of Piney is served by a volunteer fire department made up of area residents who give up their free time to train and serve the community. “We have a very dedicated group of people here,” said Duane Boutang, reeve of the RM of Piney. “All of these guys have regular day jobs, they all work and then do this too.” And although Stewart is now back at home, the Rural Municipality of Piney is continuing to fight the fire, which grew to 53 hectares before being brought under control by recent rains and firefighter action. “It’s been a frustrating battle,” said a fatigued Boutang. The RM declared a local state of emergency on May 13 to better co-ordinate its response. An emergency operations centre was set up in the municipal office in Vassar — a community that narrowly survived another devastating fire in 2007. “The thing is, we know this fire wasn’t started by lightning, it was people,” he said. “If you’re going to be in the back country, you have to be careful, very careful.” The reeve expressed gratitude for the effort the province has put into helping with the firefights this spring. Piney’s 15 volunteer firefighters were joined by 80 more from across the province and 40 from British Columbia. The province’s water bombers also joined in, along with additional water bombers from Quebec and Minnesota and a DC-4 aircraft from the Northwest Territories that sprays fire retardant. These battles are proof that being a volunteer firefighter in Manitoba is no walk in the park. “There’s been times when our volunteers have worked as long as 36 hours, and that’s 36 hours straight,” said Boutang. Manitoba Fire Commissioner David Schafer, said volunteer fire departments are both the heart and backbone of rural emergency services. “They provide all the same services that would be provided in an urban centre,” he emphasized. Volunteer firefighters may also be trained as paramedics or first responders given the needs of the municipality they service, he added. All are trained at the Manitoba Emergency Services College through an internationally recognized training program. “First and foremost, it’s about safety, whether it’s a structure, a vehicle or a wildfire,” said Schafer.

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And because rural volunteers face the same situations as urban firefighters, they also face the same health risks. “Manitoba has possibly the strongest the presumptive legislation in the country, regarding cancer-causing agents,” said Schafer, noting firefighters may be exposed to toxic materials while on the job. Today most volunteer firefighters receive some form of payment for their time, whether on an on-call basis, an honorarium, or reimbursement for time spent training. However, Dave Green remembers when things where a little less professional. For the past 35 years Green has been a volunteer firefighter, starting in northern Manitoba and finally settling in Portage la Prairie, where he is the city’s parks manager. Portage la Prairie relies on a small full-time fire depart-

ment supported by volunteer firefighters. “Technically things have changed a great deal from when I started,” he said. “Personal protection has changed greatly, and the equipment we use today is far superior to that used when I started.” Green added training has also become much more regular and professional in the past three decades. Volunteers must prepare for a wider variety of emergency situations. “The kinds of calls we get can vary greatly,” said Green. One call that stands out was a train derailment involving hazardous chemical in the 1990s. Firefighters worked in shifts to safely handle the material. Manitoba’s fire commissioner would agree that work has become more diverse for volunteers. “The single biggest change, has been in the number of different types of incidents that

responders are attending to,” said Schafer. What hasn’t changed is the need for volunteers to provide professional emergency services in rural areas. “I got started doing this because there was a real need for it and it was a real chance to help the community,” said Green. And although there is always an element of physical danger when responding to calls, there is also an emotional drain. Fatal crashes, deadly fires and exposure to those have lost so much can take a toll as well. “It can be very hard to deal with, I don’t think you ever get used to it, but it does harden you up a bit,” Green said. “But as long as I’m healthy enough to keep doing this, I’ll continue to volunteer.” A sense of camaraderie among firefighters, and access to counselling services if needed, help volunteers and professionals deal with the stress, he added. Rural departments also rely on each other for assistance when responding to calls. During a wildfire in the Sandilands area last fall approximately 160 volunteers came together from 27 rural fire departments. “It was the single biggest display of mutual aid we have seen, and the show of support between departments, municipalities and it really showed the strength of our rural departments. It was really great to see,” said Schafer. shannon.vanraes@fbcpublishing.com

“I got started doing this because there was a real need for it and it was a real chance to help the community.” Dave Green

Fire still an issue in eastern Manitoba CO-OPERATOR STAFF / Despite cooling rains over the weekend, the province and rural municipalities continue to respond to wildfires in southeast Manitoba. A fire continues to burn in the RM of Piney, and work is ongoing on a fire south of Marchand. The RM of Stuartburn is also fighting a fire located south of PTH 201. Currently, six fires are burning across the province, and 82 fires have been successfully extinguished so far this year. Parks Canada officials have also reported that a fire in Riding Mountain National Park is now under control.

The Manitoba Co-operator | May 24, 2012

OPINION/EDITORIAL

People make the quality

t had been a long day for the 35 people working for the Canadian International Grains Institute, and it was far from over. But as the last tour of the day made its rounds at the open house celebrating the institute’s 40th anniversary, there was nothing to indicate that the presenters had done this many, many times already that day. Laura Rance On the contrary, they oozed with enthuEditor siasm. It was clear that they like what they do and take pride in doing it well. It took vision to create the Canadian International Grains Institute 40 years ago, a vision that added technical and product development support for Canadian grains, oilseeds and pulse crops. It was a cheeky idea to give Canadian farmers a competitive edge in a global marketplace that wasn’t just sluggish, it was drowning under a crippling surplus as governments wrestled with the massive success of postwar policies to increase production. In the early 1970s, Canada was facing a record wheat carry-over of 27.45 million tonnes, more than half of it in farmers’ bins. The carry-over was three times larger than wheat exports that year of 9.79 million tonnes. Canada was carrying over almost the equivalent of an entire crop of the six major grains and oilseeds, again, with more than half of it on the farm. The International Wheat Agreement had fallen apart. The transportation system was plugged. The market dynamics were changing. Those were the days when cash-strapped farmers bartered with local feed mills for credit at local furniture stores. In those days, having livestock on the farm was considered value-added diversification. But they were also times when people did things like get together in each other’s homes to discuss possibilities and solutions to the industry’s problems. It was a time when governments didn’t fear regulatory interventions, rather they embraced them — sometimes to a fault. The concept of Cigi emerged from some of those backyard barbecue discussions: sell more Canadian commodities by showing customers how they can make more money using them. The concept received seed money from the federal government, but quickly became an extension of and support for the marketing and quality control functions carried out by the Canadian Wheat Board, and the Canadian Grain Commission. Cigi has witnessed some remarkable times in the Canadian grain industry — the reformation of the grain transportation system, and the push towards deregulation, most notably with the end of the CWB’s single desk later this year. But because of the technical, problem-solving and creative strengths of its people, it has also been therefore the explosive growth in canola to become Canada’s largest crop and an oilseed for which demand continues to exceed supply. Likewise for pulse crops, with Canada’s rise to become the world’s largest exporter. We make much of these commodity export success stories, at the risk of losing sight of the people whose collective efforts made it all possible. The variety developers, the problem-solvers, the farmers who opted to try crops that shouldn’t be possible in this climate, the promoters, the administrators, marketers and yes, the regulators. These roles have been filled for the most part with people who were willing to go beyond their usual duties to work on committees and organizations, usually on their own time, to build this brand that is Canada. Tony Tweed, Cigi’s head baker for the past four decades, summed it up as well as anyone. “You are really selling Canadian grain, but you are also selling Canada — clean air, fresh water, nice people — and the systems are honest here.” Oh, and by the way, you can make top dollar with the top-quality foods using the stuff our farmers grow and we’ll show you how. For farmers, that first and foremost means customers who keep coming back and who are even willing, at times, to pay a little extra because they know the value is there. The players that once made up the “team Canada” approach are changing. The CWB is losing its monopoly and its role as one of the founding partners in Cigi. The other, the Canadian Grain Commission, is also undergoing major reform. With this week’s announcement of a checkoff to support research, promotion and technical support for western Canadian grains, farmers will be expected to directly support these efforts. The fact that it’s a voluntary checkoff implies farmers have a choice. But it’s somewhat akin to the choice between maintaining your car or not. You can coast along for a while, but eventually you’re on the sidelines being bypassed. laura@fbcpublishing.com

On rural romanticism and “natural” foods By Ronald Doering

he proliferation on our grocery shelves of foods with “natural” claims shows no sign of abating. With the growing recognition that organic food is not any safer, tastier, more nutritious or more sustainable, in spite of the higher price, consumers now want foods that are produced the old-fashioned way on the small family farm. Not surprisingly, food companies are turning themselves inside out to try to meet this demand. So we see ads with handsome farm families beside their green fields, no doubt providing natural, no-additive, chemical-free, homestyle, no-preservative, artisanal “real” food. I grew up on a farm and it bears little relationship to the bucolic scenes I see in these ads. Farming has always been, and still is, messy, bloody, dirty and very hard work. Why should farmers eschew modern methods to lessen their physical labour and be more efficient just so they meet some urbanite’s notion of what farming should be like? In what other sector of our economy do we encourage the greater use of yesterday’s technology? I recently heard a sociology professor, exuding a righteous sense of moral superiority, bemoan the increased use of genetically engineered seeds, implying that farmers are helpless rubes. The fact is that farmers are shrewd businesspeople who switched to genetically engineered soybeans, for example, because of the savings in fuel and herbicides and the environmental benefits of no-till seeding. Rural romanticism is compounded by consumer scientific illiteracy. People tell me they want foods that are completely free of chemicals. Presumably they mean that they want food with no synthetic or man-made chemicals. But a chemical’s properties are determined by its molecular structure and

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composition, and it’s completely irrelevant whether it was made in a lab by a food scientist or in a plant by Mother Nature. Contrary to the organic myth, about 99.9 per cent of the chemicals humans ingest each day are natural and mostly untested as possible carcinogens. There are dozens of natural chemicals that are known rodent carcinogens in that cup of coffee you had this morning. But before any chemical can be added to food, it must undergo a rigorous health hazard assessment by Health Canada scientists. The safest and most studied of the 50 million known chemicals are those listed as approved food additives in Division 16 of the Food and Drugs Regulations. In my experience, urban Canadians know almost nothing about where their food comes from, and the more they read the less they know. That’s because there is so much misinformation by alternative websites magazines, all unregulated. They read books written by urban foodies that have never set foot on a farm and who are shocked to learn when they do that most organic food now comes from large “industrial” farms owned by multinationals, the very entities they despise. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has tried to regulate the use of natural claims with the warning in Section 4.7 of the Guide to Food Labelling, but the guidance is still vague and ambiguity still reigns. Faced with scientifically illiterate consumers suffering from chemical paranoia and rural romanticism, how can a regulator even begin to enforce a prohibition against advertising that is “likely to create an erroneous impression?” Ronald L. Doering is a past president of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. He practises food law in the Ottawa offices of Gowling Lafleur Henderson, LLP. Contact him at Ronald.doering@gowlings.com.

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anada Post is celebrating cowboy culture with the introduction of two new stamps in honour of the Calgary Stampede’s centennial this July. The two stamps, featuring a rodeo horse and a silver and gold anniversary belt buckle, are now available in post offices, online and via phone orders. But for the first time, collectors who own a smartphone or tablet will be able to connect with more than the visuals. These stamps feature Augmented Reality, “an enhanced view of a physical, real-world environment whose elements are augmented by computer-generated virtual elements” such as sound, video, 3D graphics, web-based information or GPS data,” the agency says in a release. Got that?

“By downloading the free Stamps Alive app, users will be able to hover their device over the stamp and access either a barrel race game or an interactive experience with a horse.” Imagine, a horse experience that involves no shovels, sweat or hard landings.

The Manitoba Co-operator | May 24, 2012

COMMENT/FEEDBACK

Food security not a supply issue A strategy driven on shifting to only smaller-scale farms may exacerbate food insecurity By Ron Bonnett

here has been a lot of debate in the news lately about the Canadian food system. UN Right to Food Rapporteur Olivier De Schutter recently visited Canada and indicated there are currently 800,000 Canadian households that are food insecure. He concluded that Canada has a lot of work to do in making sure more people can afford and have access to appropriate diets and a national strategy is needed to solve these issues. De Schutter noted a national strategy should be centred on nutrition and food security. The CFA supports his call for a strategy, but thinks his scope needs to be broadened with a true understanding of agriculture and the issues surrounding food security. The CFA, together with players along the food chain, created the National Food Strategy (NFS). The NFS is the industry’s vision for the future of food in Canada. It identifies nine objectives that governments and industry must strive for, including, the availability of nutritious food for every Canadian. The objectives of the

NFS speak to the need to support the production, processing and distribution and sale of food in Canada and abroad, taking into account everything from promoting the Canadian brand and healthy lifestyles to sustaining economic growth and ecosystems, all the while making sure the players along the chain can conduct a viable business ensuring growth and prosperity for the sector. It must be understood that the food security problem in Canada is not a food supply issue; Canada produces almost twice as much food as Canadians consume. Rather, the food security issue is a social policy issue. How can the poor or citizens in remote communities in Canada have the same access to adequate and nutritious food as the rest of society? This requires a co-ordinated strategy to ensure that food production and distribution is tailored to and meets the needs of people in Canada and in export markets. The CFA welcomes the federal government’s recent initiative to develop a National Farm and Food Strategy and has been in discussions with the government on ways to build on

It must be understood that the food security problem in Canada is not a food supply issue; Canada produces almost twice as much food as Canadians consume. Rather, the food security issue is a social policy issue.

what has been developed thus far by industry and demonstrate why the NFS should be the foundation upon which they build their own strategy. De Schutter’s visit was positive in that it brought awareness to the need for a strategy, but many of his comments highlight his lack of understanding in what sustainability means and what is required to address the issue. The paradigm De Schutter is working under is the belief that smallscale, local farms are the answer. While the development of local and

niche markets is part of the NFS, these markets are high value and high price. They do provide opportunities to enhance producer returns and satisfy the demands of a more affluent consumer; however, the De Schutter solution is flawed. A strategy driven on shifting towards only smaller scale of farms may only exacerbate the problem of food security. There is no one-sizefits-all solution, but it does require both large- and small-scale agriculture. And large-scale agriculture does not equate to a non-sustainable approach as inferred by De Schutter. Agriculture in Canada has intensified, but has continuously improved its practices to make sure it progresses sustainably. Through the National Food Strategy, CFA has been working with many groups representing various modes of production — the NFS reflects objectives suited and agreed upon by all sides, reflective of the diverse Canadian agriculture and food sector landscape. Ron Bonnett is president of the Canadian Federation of Agriculture.

Beleaguered beef purveyors carve out “pink slime” stain The pink slime controversy has forced the U.S. beef industry to take a technological step backwards By Michael Hirtzer and P.J. Huffstutter western springs, illinois / reuters

ehind the glass meat counter at Casey’s Market in a Chicago suburb, the butchers pick up their blades and carry on a generations-old tradition. Piece by piece, the men use knives to cut meat and fat off beef carcasses, and grind them into mounds of hamburger. “We’re seeing customers in here that we haven’t seen in ages,” said store manager Joe Lane. “Everyone’s asking the same question: Do you use pink slime?” Lane is not alone in labouring harder than ever to meet consumers’ demands for ground beef free of the ammonia hydroxide-treated filler that roiled the beef industry this spring due to health concerns, even though there have been no reported cases of illness due to its consumption. Leading beef producer Cargill Inc. has reverted to hand-carving meat out of trimmings cut from carcasses as a way to salvage some of the lean bits and avoid grinding more expensive cuts — part of a sector-wide scramble to replace what the industry calls “lean, finely textured beef” (LFTB) but what has been more damningly dubbed by the media as “pink slime.” The effort has helped lift retail beef prices just ahead of the U.S. grilling season while compressing margins for beef processors who have struggled in recent years to cope with rising feed costs and falling per capita consumption. The cost of top-grade leaner beef trimmings, which do not require as much processing to reduce the fat content, have surged to historic highs this month. Meanwhile, the price for trimmings that contain 50 per cent fat — the raw material used to produce LFTB — has plummeted to multiyear lows. The hunt for a substitute has also fuelled a boom in U.S. imports, benefiting beef exporters in Australia, New Zealand and

Uruguay, where cattle are grass fed and tend to be less fat than their U.S. counterparts.

BPI closes plants

Beef Products Inc., the leading U.S. producer of the beef filler, said last week that the media furor has led it to close three of its four plants and lay off 650 people. Other beef processors, determined to find a solution to keep their customers happy, have taken a technological step backwards in how they gather the ingredients needed for hamburger.

“There’s no question about the American demand for it. Hamburger is the beef industry,” Balzer said. “The question now is what the ‘yuck’ factor is going to do to demand.”

Few companies understand this shift as well as Cargill. In recent weeks, the company has seen an 80 per cent drop in volume in its production of finely textured beef, said Cargill spokesman Michael Martin. To keep up with customer demand for ground beef without LFTB, Cargill has started having its plant workers cut — by hand — as much of the meat out of its supply of its fattier beef trimmings as possible. Whatever is left is sent off to be rendered into tallow, which is then processed into different products, Martin said. “When you look at the economics, we feel it’s better to hand trim than grind primals,” which are more expensive muscle meats such as chuck roasts and round cuts, Martin said. “It’s better to capture most of

the lean we can get, rather than send it all to rendering.”

Modifying the mix

Finding enough of a key ingredient — beef trimmings with relatively little fat — to make hamburger more appealing to a critical public has become difficult, say processors. Here’s why: Each beef carcass produces, on average, 100 pounds (45 kg) or more of trimmings, analysts said. These trimmings are used to make ground beef. But not all trimmings are the same. In U.S.-raised cattle, much of these trimmings have a 50-50 fat-to-meat ratio. Such fattier trimmings are then mixed with other, leaner cuts in order to balance out the fat and create a hamburger that satisfies the American palate. In the past, much of the beef-processing industry relied on importing leaner beef trimmings, known as the 90s in industry parlance, from Australia and elsewhere. The industry also relied on LFTB as a fix. It helped consume the domestic stockpile of the fattier trimmings, known as fresh 50s, and created a new supply of lean beef product that supplemented the fresh 90s. Without LFTB, beef processors are “going back to how the industry produced hamburger 15, 20 years ago,” said Jim Robb, director of the Livestock Marketing Information Center in Denver, Colorado. “They’re going back to blending the 50s with the 90s.” The increased demand is further draining the domestic supply of fresh 90s, said Clint Peck, former director of the Montana Beef Quality Assurance program. Ninety per cent lean beef trimmings hit historic high: Demand for leaner beef on rise in wake of media furor over lean, finely textured beef. The premium of the 90s over the fattier 50s swelled to a historic high in the wake of the public outcry. Fresh lean 90s hit their highest price on record of $2.289 per pound earlier this month, according to USDA data. The price

of fresh beef trimmings containing 50 per cent fat plummeted last month to 50.43 cents a pound, the lowest level seen in 4-1/2 years. Supplies of the meat scraps, too, swelled after several companies stopped buying the product made from ammonia-treated fatty trimmings that were then mixed with ground beef. “This meant prices had to drop sharply for the product to clear the market,” said Chris Hurt, an agriculture economist at Purdue University.

Trying times

All this comes at a challenging time for the beef industry. Feed prices are up. Weather woes led to the nation’s cattle herd shrinking to its smallest since 1952. More recently, futures contracts are still recovering from the news of a California dairy cow testing positive for Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE). Retail ground beef prices are hitting historic highs. USDA says the average retail price for ground beef was $3.02 a pound in March, up from $2.24 two years earlier, according to government data. But even with a bigger price tag at the grocery store, there’s been little sign of consumers shunning ground beef, said Harry Balzer, a lead food industry analyst for the NPD Group. “There’s no question about the American demand for it. Hamburger is the beef industry,” Balzer said. “The question now is what the ‘yuck’ factor is going to do to demand.” For the staff at Casey’s Market in Western Springs, Illinois, such concerns have given way to humour. Business has been steady, but so have the questions from customers about “pink slime,” said Lane, the market’s manager. So Lane taped a sign onto the glass meat counter, assuring customers that “Casey’s has never and will never use the Finely Textured Lean Ground Beef, known as ‘Pink Slime.’” “Now, people joke about wanting to buy a pound of pink slime,” Lane said.

The Manitoba Co-operator | May 24, 2012

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cultures? You are working with the Japanese this week and the Sudanese next week.” Cigi’s staff has grown to 35, a group that collectively can boast some of the world’s best technical expertise when it comes to understanding the finer points of milling, baking and processing quality. He now has colleagues within the organization who are equally expert when it comes to noodlemaking ingredients and processes, Asian steam breads, and processing pulse crops into food ingredients. A few floors down, pasta extruding researcher Peter Frolich is looking for ways to convince North Americans to eat more nutritionally dense pulse crops such as peas, lentils and beans. In some parts of the world, it’s as simple as mixing them with rice or making a paste. But Canadians are partial to snack foods. Frolich holds up what looks like a puffed cheese snack. “I can make a Cheeto-like product that has high protein, high fibre, folate minerals and vitamins that has the same mouth feel,” he says. “I think in the next five to 10 years these flours will be added ingredients to many if not all the foods processed in Canada,” Frolich says. But first, companies need to know that it can be done, and secondly, how to do it. As supporters of the Canadian International Grains Institute gathered to celebrate 40 years of its remarkable history this week, they were looking forward to a future that contains no small measure of uncertainty.

Cigi’s Tony Tweed explains how it is a combination of ingredients and process that produces good bread products. Milling processes have become much more sophisticated but the demand for quality and consistence in ingredients remains high. Photo: Laura Rance

“… there are still the customers who tell us there are two problems with Canadian wheat: the moisture content is too high… and it’s too expensive. But they want it.” Tony Tweed

The organization set up to soft sell Canadian grains, oilseeds and later pulses is looking for new ways of financing its operations. The federal government has temporarily stepped in to fill the void as the Canadian Wheat Board, one of its founding partners and key funders, loses its monopoly. But in the future, its operations will have to be financed, at least in part, through a farmer checkoff and fee-forservice contracts. Cigi also finds itself working with a whole new type of client

as grain companies step up to fill the board’s marketing role. And if the City of Saskatoon has its way, the organization will be moved lock, stock and barrel to another province. Industry sources at last week’s celebration offered mixed views on the possibility. Some say the organization has outgrown its space in the Canadian Grain Commission building in downtown Winnipeg and if the proposed Cereal Centre of Excellence for Winnipeg is off the table, considering such a move only makes sense.

Others say Cigi’s strength is in its people and its close working relationship with the CGC, both of which would be compromised in such a move. One thing is for sure. Cigi will be looking for a new top baking expert. Now in his 70th year, Tweed plans to retire at the end of this month, although he has already been contracted by British baker Warburton’s to continue running their wheat quality control program. Tweed has seen three generations of technical experts come through his lab, and witnessed an explosive growth in the sophistication of milling technology. “They have much more opportunity to buy different-origin wheats and they are more skilled in blending and cleaning,” he said. “But we are still in the driver’s seat when it really comes to highquality, good-quality protein, good milling yield, absorption all the things people are looking for,” he said. Tweed doesn’t quibble with those who say Canadian farmers should be growing more medium-quality wheats. “Some customers are buying those kinds of wheats. If Canada can do that and still be competitive to the customer, I don’t see why they wouldn’t. “But there are still the customers, as much as we travel, who tell us there are two problems with Canadian wheat: the moisture content is too high, which we all know, and it’s too expensive. But they want it.” laura@fbcpublishing.com

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ers can reseed but must leave a minimum 10-foot-wide strip the length of the field on fields of 40 acres or less. Strips can be as wide as the farmer’s air seeder making seeding more convenient after the field has been adjusted. The corporation’s reseeding benefit is 25 per cent of the farmer’s per-acreage crop insurance coverage. So a farmer with $350-an-acre coverage on canola is entitled to $87.50 an acre if his or her crop has been destroyed and needs to be reseeded. If the corporation determines a farmer qualifies for a reseeding benefit, it’s still the farmer’s choice whether to leave the crop or reseed, Van Deynze said. There are lots of factors to consider, said Anastasia Kubinec, Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives’ oilseed specialist. Eight to 10 canola plants per square foot is the optimal plant population to maximize yield potential, she said. According to the Canola Council of Canada as few as two herbicide-tolerant plants per square foot can still produce a decent crop, but with most of Manitoba being dry, Kubinec recommends having at least four. “I’m assuming when we do get a rain the weeds will be coming out of the ground with full vigour and you want to have a few plants there that will

“Some of the canola seeded in April sat in the ground for two or three weeks.” Anastasia Kubinec

Wind gusts of up to 100 km per hour swooped across southern Manitoba May 14 causing near-blackout conditions in some areas. Photo: Laura Rance

be able to branch out and help crowd out the weeds and then give you a pretty good stand,” she said. “With two you may have to be a little more diligent on your weed control just because you have so few plants there. Canola branches out when we have good moisture conditions and right now we really don’t have good moisture conditions.” Farmers thinking about ripping up poor crops of canola might also want to consider reseeding wheat, barley or oats if it’s still dry, she said. Cereals can be planted deeper into

moisture. Canola planted a halfinch in many fields right now won’t germinate until it rains. “There’s a risk those crops could be stranded,” Kubinec said. “It might be better to plant wheat. It will be up fast and have a good canopy.” While it’s still not too late to plant canola, yields, on average, fall when the crop is seeded later than the third week of May, Kubinec said. Hot temperatures in July often stresses canola while it’s flowering. Seed for some of the most popular canola varieties could be in short supply or sold out.

When forced to select another variety farmers should look for ones that have the same attributes that attracted them to their first choice, and then seek them out among the varieties that are still available, Kubinec said. High winds that whipped and sandblasted canola crops this month weren’t the only things hurting young canola crops. Seeding diseases and flea beetles have taken a toll too, she said. Early planting, followed by delayed emergence are likely to blame. “Some of the canola seeded in

April sat in the ground for two or three weeks,” Kubinec said. “Seed treatments have a best before date. They wear off.” Unfortunately when some canola fields did finally emerge they were hit by hot, dry, windy conditions. The canola plots Kubinec seeded April 5 at Carman took 20 days to emerge. Plots seeded April 19 and May 4 emerged after 13 and 10 days, respectively. The plants that took 20 days to emerge had very little insect and disease protection left after breaking the surface. The canola planted April 19 had more protection and is at the same crop stage as the plot planted two weeks earlier. A mild winter, followed by an early spring, allowed farmers to seed earlier than normal. As farm sizes become larger, farmers have more acres to cover in a short seeding window. So they often plant early, fearing wet weather could delay progress later on. allan@fbcpublishing.com

The Manitoba Co-operator | May 24, 2012

Cigi: A 40-year success story The end of wheat board single-desk marketing will affect how the institute operates and is funded By Allan Dawson co-operator staff

“Pink slime” plants to close Will cost 650 jobs Reuters

he top U.S. producer of ammonia-treated beef that critics called “pink slime” said May 7 it will close three of its four plants after sales dropped and did not recover following recent attacks on the product. Beef Products Inc. (BPI) will close plants on May 25 in Amarillo, Texas; Garden City, Kansas; and Waterloo, Iowa, costing 650 people their jobs. Its South Sioux City, Nebraska plant will continue to operate at a reduced capacity. “While we had hoped to be able to resume operation at those plants, that is not going to be possible in the immediate future and the temporary suspension of operations will in fact result in the elimination of those jobs effective May 25, 2012,” the company said in a statement. In March, public outcry erupted over the filler for ground beef, which is made from fatty trimmings that are more susceptible to contamination than other cuts of beef. The trimmings are therefore sprayed with ammonia — more often associated with cleaning products — to remove pathogens such as salmonella and E. coli. Sales dropped when consumers became aware of the common practice in the industry, despite government and industry assurances the beef was safe to eat. In late March, BPI suspended production at the three plants for 60 days. At that time, BPI spokesman Rich Jochum had said the closure could become permanent. Iowa Governor Terry Branstad on Monday called the closings a “sad day for the state of Iowa. “The fact that a false, misleading smear campaign can destroy a company’s reputation overnight should disturb us all,” Branstad said in a statement.

h e Ca n a d i a n International Grains Institute is living proof that good things can come from hard times. Back in 1970, Canada’s bins were bursting with a record wheat carry-over of 27.45 million tonnes — more than half of it on farms. The wheat carryover was three times larger than the 9.79 million tonnes exported that crop year. Carryover of the six major grains and oilseeds was a record 34.73 million tonnes, again, with more than half on farm. Transportation difficulties and the breakdown of t h e In t e r n a t i o n a l W h e a t Agreement, were partly to blame. But shifting markets also played a role, Cigi’s third executive director, the late Arnold Tremere, said in a 1997 interview. The notion of setting up a “one-stop shop” to show off Canada’s grain and oilseeds had been bouncing around in Jim Leibfried’s head since the American economist arrived at the Canadian Wheat Board in the early 1960s. The seed was sown while he was a graduate student at the University of Kansas. Unlike in the United States, Canada’s grain industry was located in one place — Winnipeg. As an executive assistant to the board, Leibfried pushed his idea. Larry Kristjanson, the board’s assistant chief commissioner, ran with it and was backed by senior officials at the Canadian Grain Commission. The federal government agreed to invest $1 million to cover Cigi’s capital costs for classrooms, a small commercial flour mill and bakery and quality control laboratory located on the top floors of the Canadian Grain Commission building. “This perhaps is the best $1 million the Government of Canada has ever spent in an infrastructure sense,” wheat board chief commissioner Lorne Hehn said June 12, 1997 during a banquet celebrating Cigi’s 25th anniversary. “It has paid dividends beyond what we could ever imagine.” During the last 40 years 36,040 people from 115 countries have attended Cigi courses,

Cigi researcher Peter Frolich demonstrates some of the puffed cereal and snack possibilities for products containing flours from pulse crops. Photo: Laura Rance

says current executive director Earl Geddes. “The people who were here 20 years ago are now the heads of those flour mills or bakeries or purchasing companies and they still have their Cigi certificate on their wall,” he said. “There is tremendous loyalty built up through these programs here in Winnipeg where you learn and socialize and build lifelong friendships with people.” Evidence of Cigi’s success is found in the 800 inquiries a year from alumni seeking technical assistance on how to better use Canadian grains and oilseeds, Geddes said. “That tells me the relationship Cigi has built in terms of the technical competency has been very, very successful.” Cigi’s annual budget ranges from $7 million to $8 million a year, up from $3.8 million in 1997. Back then it had 27 employees, now there are 35. Initially, Ottawa covered 60 per cent of Cigi’s budget and the CWB 40 per cent. This fiscal year Ottawa contributed about half Cigi’s funding with 28 per cent from the board and the rest from commodity groups. Cigi officials welcomed this week’s announcement of a new producer checkoff to support research, promotion and technical support for grains

grown in Western Canada. The voluntary checkoff, to be administered by the Alberta Barley Commission,will replace funds the Canadian Wheat Board once supplied to the Western Grains Research Fou n da ti o n ( WG RF ), th e Canadian International Grains Institute, and the Canadian Malting Barley Technical Centre. Grain companies should also contribute to Cigi’s generic wheat promotion and will be charged when assisting a company with customer complaints, Geddes said. “Farmers we’ve talked to are very clear that if we’re doing something to help a company make money then the company should pay.” Earl Geddes said he is confident about meeting the challenges the organization faces, but Cigi’s former chair, Kane farmer Bill Toews, isn’t as sure. Cigi, which since its creation in 1972 has trained thousands of millers, bakers and pasta and noodle makers from around the

world on how to use Canadian wheat, will have to get the $2.2 million a year it now receives from the CWB contributed from farmers through a checkoff. But that’s not all. “We’ll have to work differently because the wheat board contributed actively to all the programs that we did in terms of contacting and finding strategic markets,” Geddes said in an interview May 16. “We’ve got to do some work on what a global wheat market overview is like so we’re making sure the dollars we’re getting from growers is going into the right market situations because before, the wheat board would do all that work.” According to Toews the wheat board, which loses its monopoly over the sale of all nondomestic western Canadian feed wheat and barley Aug. 1, not only took the lead in creating Cigi, it is the heart of Canada’s wheat industry. “It’s like putting a bomb under the whole system, blowing it up in the air and expecting it’s going to come down in some kind of form that’s going to be of some value to farmers,” Toews said. “How do we expect the system to remain in place given the other parts of the system are going to be emasculated?” If Canada starts producing the same wheat as the United States, as some companies are promoting, Toews questions why farmers need to spend money promoting a brand that no longer exists. Geddes said he expects farmers will want to keep promoting their product because their competitors are, and spending a lot more doing it. Although Cigi, founded with strong financial and hands-on support from the wheat board focused initially mainly on wheat, for years now it has also promoted and provided technical support for many other crops, including canola, pulses and flax. allan@fbcpublishing.com

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The Manitoba Co-operator | May 24, 2012

New canola council president loved agriculture from an early age

About the Canola Council of Canada

New Canola Council of Canada president Patti Miller plans to build on canola’s success

By Allan Dawson

By Allan Dawson co-operator staff

atti Miller’s early love of agriculture ultimately led to her recent appointment as president of the Canola Council of Canada. “Even though I was literally raised in the city I just loved being on the farm so when it came time to make a choice about university there really wasn’t any question for me — it was agriculture all the way,” Miller said in an interview May 3, four days after officially starting her new job vacated after JoAnne Buth who was appointed by Prime Minister Stephen Harper to the Senate. “I loved animals and growing crops and the food industry and everything connected with it, so it was a really easy choice for me.” Miller was a senior manager of program delivery for Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, a role in which she worked with grains and oilseeds producers and industry on policy, trade, market development and research. Prior to that, she managed communications for Cargill’s Canadian division. She said her immediate priorities in her new role are getting to know the council’s staff and board of directors and immersing herself in council affairs. The council, which began as the Rapeseed Association of Canada in 1967, represents all segments of the canola industry from seed developers to farmers, crushers and exporters. Miller is the council’s eighth leader following JoAnne Buth, Barb Isman, Dwight More, Dale Adolphe, Allan Earl, Stan Boulter and James McAnsh. “Where we go next with the strategic plan is probably one of the next big-ticket items out there for us,” Miller said. The council’s goal for Canada to produce 15 million tonnes of canola by 2015 could be achieved this fall, although

based on seeding intentions of 20.4 million acres, it would take a record average yield of 37 bushels an acre. (The current average record yield is 34 bushels set in 2009-10. The five-year average is 32 bushels an acre.) The target raises issues though. Pushing canola rotations raises the spectre of increased pest problems. Canola council agronomists are seeking ways to deal with that, Miller said. Keeping China’s doors open to Canadian canola is also a priority, Miller said. It’s one of Canada’s biggest canola customers, but introduced restrictions in 2009 ostensibly over fears Canadian canola could introduce blackleg, a fungal disease, to Chinese canola crops. China is the world’s secondlargest canola/rapeseed producer behind Canada. China restricted Canadian canola imports to crushing plants located away from its rapeseed-producing areas. However, Chinese officials said earlier this year nine more crushers will be allowed to buy Canadian canola later in the year. The council is working on research projects aimed at addressing some of China’s concerns, Miller said. So far this crop year (Aug. 1, 2011 to Feb. 28, 2012) China has imported 1.8 million tonnes of Canadian canola, making it Canada’s biggest export customer. (During the same period Japan, historically one Canada’s biggest canola buyers, imported 1.5 million tonnes. Together the two countries accounted for half of Canada’s canola exports so far this crop year.) Miller grew up in Saskatoon but spent summers on her grandparents’ farms in the Tisdale, Sask., area. She earned a degree in agriculture from the University of Saskatchewan, followed by a masters in agricultural economics in 1986 at the same institution. Miller went to Ottawa to

co-operator staff

The Canola Council of Canada started off as the Rapeseed Association of Canada in 1967. The current name was adopted in 1980 — six years after the first commercial “canola” was registered. The council represents Canadian canola growers, crushers and canola variety developers. There are 17 directors — three each representing crushers, exporters and farmers. Each group nominates its own candidates to sit on the board, said Debbie Belanger, the council’s communications manager. The Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba canola growers nominate farmers to sit on the board. They are currently Brian Chorney from East Selkirk, Man., Jody Klassen of Mayerthorpe, Alta., and Terry Youzwa of Nipawin, Sask. The council also has 60 regular and affiliate members. Regular members, who pay an annual $500 fee, must be located in Canada and participate in the Canadian canola industry. Affiliate membership covers foreigners engaged in the Canadian canola industry. They pay $250 a year. Three directors are also nominated from the regular membership and five by the board itself. The council is funded by a 23-cent-a-tonne checkoff collected from crushers, exporters and farmers. It also gets funding from government and project revenue. In 2011, 35 per cent of council revenue was budgeted for “science cluster” research. Crop utilization, market access and crop production accounted for 18, 13 and 11 per cent of spending, respectively. Twelve per cent was budgeted for salaries and benefits.

“This is basically a crop that was created in Canada and look at it go. It gives me goosebumps.” Patti Miller

work for Agriculture and AgriFood Canada in 1985 where she worked in many different roles over the years. In 1990 she moved to Winnipeg to work with Agriculture Canada’s old grainmarketing bureau. In 1996 she joined Cargill to do communications and corporate affairs. In 2001 Miller returned to Agriculture Canada to work on functional foods and nutraceuticals. Then she became executive director of Agriculture Canada’s Grains and Oilseeds Branch. During that time Miller also worked with agricultural industry on emergency management plans in the event of a pandemic or other large-scale disaster giving her insight to agriculture beyond grains and oilseeds, she said. The last few years Miller was director general of Farm Income Programs, overseeing farm support applications and their processing. The future success of canola, often called Canada’s “Cinderella crop” for its rags-toriches story, will come in large part because of co-operation within the canola industry, Miller said. “One of the reasons the council has been the success it has is because it’s got all of those groups represented,” she said. “The integration of all the producers and the exporters and the crushers in one organization is really neat. It really is a success story. People say that all the time but it is.” Canola is derived from rapeseed. Over years of research the

New Canola Council of Canada president Patti Miller says canola will enjoy continued success in part because of industry integration. photo: Canola Council of Canada

University of Manitoba’s Baldur Stefansson and Agriculture Canada’s Keith Downey, reduced the erucic acid in rapeseed oil and the glucosinolates in the meal, making them safe for human and animal health respectively. Stefansson released the first “double low” canola variety in 1974. Canadian rapeseed/canola plantings averaged just five million acres between 1970 and 1980. The last five years Canadian farmers averaged 17 million acres of canola, over taking wheat (excluding durum as the biggest acreage crop). Canola also has replaced wheat as the highest gross income-returning crop. Canola isn’t just edible oil, but a “health food,” Miller said, alluding to the fact canola oil at seven per cent has the lowest level of saturated fat of any oil. “The story around innovation in this industry I find fascinating,” Miller said. “This is basically a crop that was created in Canada and look at it go. It gives me goosebumps.” allan@fbcpublishing.com

Province pulls plug on funds for RDCs A new focus is needed after pulling funding for long-serving regional development corporations By Lorraine Stevenson co-operator staff

he province has dropped funding for seven regional development corporations serving rural and northern Manitoba, leaving the future of these entities uncertain. RDCs were created by the provincial government in the 1960s to jump-start economic development projects and have been jointly funded by contributions from municipalities and the province. Most were staffed by a manager or administrative staff whose jobs are now gone. Volunteer board members who oversaw local RDCs say they were caught completely

off guard to learn in late April that the provincial funding was done. “ T h e re w a s n o i n d i c a tion that they would be cut. There was no discussion. We just simply got a letter saying that’s it,” said Alan Ransom, a past president of the Southwest Regional Development Corporation and a councillor with the RM of Morton near Boissevain. But MAFRI Minister Ron Kostyshyn said RDCs have long been under review. Other agencies now deliver economic development services and administer business development advice and loans, he said. “There’s a time when we have to revisit some ideas and

refocus on other type of programs,” he said. The province is “refocusing the funding,” he added but offered no details of what may take their place. Kostyshyn also said not all RDCs were being equally cost shared between the two levels of government with some municipal contributions amounting to less than what the province was kicking in. “Municipalities have their priorities,” he said. A 2009 provincial report concluded too many groups were doing economic development delivery in Manitoba. Titled Manitoba Connects: Building A New Rural Manitoba Economic Development Strategy, it said the system of economic delivery in rural and north-

“There’s a time when we have to revisit some ideas and refocus on other type of programs.” Ron Kostyshyn MAFRI minister

ern Manitoba was needlessly bureaucratic among a confusing number of groups, each receiving funding either from the local, provincial or federal level. Another report dating back to 2003 done by the Association of Manitoba Municipalities (AMM) concluded the same thing and called for a more focused delivery of economic development services. But AMM president Doug Dobrowolski wasn’t saying last

week whether cancelling funding of RDCs was a step in that direction because municipal leaders don’t know what new approach the province may take. “They’re being pretty tight lipped about it,” he said. “We just think it’s just very unfair saying your funding is done. There was no pre-warning.” lorraine@fbcpublishing.com

The Manitoba Co-operator | May 24, 2012

crop report

Crops are soaking up those rainshowers, and looking for more Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives – Report for May 22, 2012 Weekly Provincial Summary

• Manitoba producers continue to make excellent seeding progress. In the Northwest, Central, Eastern and Interlake Regions, it is estimated over 95 per cent of the acres have been seeded. Although not as advanced, the Southwest Region did see good seeding progress over the past week and is over 70 per cent complete. • Many areas of the province received welcomed precipitation. • Emergence of the earlyseeded acres has generally been good to excellent. • High winds over the past week did cause some crop damage, primarily to canola acres. There were also isolated acres of cereals, corn and soybeans impacted. Reseeding is occurring where warranted. • As crops continue to emerge, weed control operations will become the next priority for producers.

Southwest Region

Little to no rainfall over the past week allowed producers to get a large portion of the seeding done in the Southwest Region. Seeding of cereal crops is 90 to 100 per cent complete. Canola and flax seeding is 80 per cent complete. Emergence of most cereal crops has been good. Some of

the later-seeded oilseed crops were seeded into drier soil so emergence will be assessed as those acres start to emerge. Winter seeded crops are either in, or approaching, the boot stage of development. Warm, dry weather has reduced disease pressure. However, many producers plan to spray a fungicide at flag-leaf stage. Pasture and hayland have grown considerably and many producers continue to move cattle to pasture.

Northwest Region

A general rain would be welcomed. Up to 95 per cent of total acres have been seeded in the Northwest Region. Wheat seeding is complete. Canola seeding is 95 per cent complete. Other cereal and silage corn crop planting is also advanced. Some pre-seed and pre-germination herbicide applications continued as required by specific field conditions or weed staging. Herbicide applications are underway on winter wheat. Flea beetle activity is generally low. Forage and pasture growth continues to develop under adequate moisture and temperatures. Native hay recovery is poor on 2011 flooded land

adjacent to lakes Dauphin, Winnipegosis and Manitoba.

Central Region

Scattered showers and thundershowers provided muchneeded rain. Is o l a t e d c a s e s o f w h e a t streak mosaic and barley yellow dwarf have been confirmed. Seeding is essentially complete for most growers in the eastern parts of the region and quickly nearing completion in the western areas above the escarpment. Sixty to 75 per cent of edible beans acres are seeded. The remainder of the soybeans and sunflowers will be seeded this week. Stands are generally good, although some stand thinning has been observed due to root rots, deep seeding or seed sitting in dry soil. Canola stands range from thin to excellent. High winds last week resulted in crop damage by either sandblasting by soil particles or shearing off by blowing crop residue. Canola acres were primarily impacted along with isolated acres of corn and cereals. Some impacted canola acres are being reseeded. Although some corn and cereals crops were sheared off, new growth is already noticeable. Canola is also being reseeded in a number of areas

in the region due to flea beetles or seedling blights. There are limited reports of cutworms; one cornfield in the Elm Creek area did require control measures. Forage stands are progressing well except in areas near Lake Manitoba where hay and pasture were impacted by excess moisture. Cattle are being moved to pasture. Water supply for livestock is adequate.

some soybean acres. Some limited reseeding was expected. Flea beetles in canola also became a concern last week. Some spraying for leafhoppers in forage seed crops have begun. The condition of hayland is rated as poor to fair with some areas rated as good. Pasture conditions are generally rated as fair although some poorer areas persist.

Eastern Region

Mo s t l y s u n n y c o n d i t i o n s through the week allowed for excellent seeding progress in the Interlake Region. Scattered showers fell over the weekend. Frost occurred in the Arborg, Riverton, Fisher Branch and Gimli areas but no crop damage was reported. Most areas are reporting seeding is nearing completion. Crop emergence of canola and cereal acres is excellent. So i l a b ra s i o n f ro m h i g h winds early in the week caused damage to seedling canola. Forage growth has been slow with the exception of young stands of alfalfa. Pasture growth has been slow with many producers turning cattle to grass. Water levels in dugouts are lower than normal in some areas, so alternative water sources are currently being investigated.

Significant rainfall occurred over the weekend in the Eastern Region with accumulations varying from 23 to 50 mm. Fall-seeded cereal stands continue to demonstrate good condition. Spring-seeding progress is estimated at 95 per cent complete. The very last of the soybeans acres are expected to be finished this week. Cereal crops are emerging and are mostly in the seedling stage. Flax and field peas are in the seedling stage. Most of the sunflower acres have emerged and are in the cotyledon stage. Fifty per cent of the corn acres are in the V1 to V5 stage while the other half is just emerging. Some frost did occur with some damage to canola noted. Also, strong winds last week caused damage to canola and

Interlake Region

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165.00-185.00

174.00-206.00

168.00-186.00

170.00-190.00

150.00-168.00

170.00-190.00

150.00-173.00

300-400

160.00-195.00

n/a

180.00-205.00

n/a

170.00-199.00

185.00-198.00

155.00-188.00

Feeder heifers 900-1,000 lbs.

n/a

108.00-119.00

n/a

100.00-115.00

n/a

800-900

n/a

110.00-120.00

112.00-132.50

115.00-125.00

n/a

115.00-125.00

n/a

700-800

100.00-136.00

117.00-124.50

120.00-130.00

118.00-139.75

121.00-133.00

125.00-135.00

120.00-133.00

125.00-135.00

120.00-128.00

600-700

110.00-141.00

130.00-155.00

128.00-140.50

130.00-143.50

132.00-149.00

137.00-148.00

130.00-148.00

130.00-145.00

132.00-142.00

500-600

130.00-155.00

130.00-159.50

135.00-149.00

135.00-155.00

140.00-158.00

144.00-159.00

135.00-149.00

145.00-155.00

135.00-148.00

400-500

135.00-174.75

140.00-165.00

140.00-157.00

145.00-165.00

150.00-168.00

145.00-165.00

130.00-154.00

155.00-175.00

135.00-157.00

300-400

140.00-168.00

n/a

150.00-175.00

n/a

140.00-152.00

165.00-180.00

n/a

Slaughter Market No. on offer

200

n/a

126

n/a

116

130

D1-D2 Cows

70.00-76.00

n/a

76.00-84.50

74.00-80.00

68.00-74.00

74.00-82.00

70.00-80.00

73.00-80.00

D3-D5 Cows

55.00-69.00

n/a

67.00-75.00

70.00-74.00

50.00-65.00

62.00-75.00

60.00-70.00

60.00-73.00

Age Verified

75.00-82.00

n/a

77.00-83.00

75.00-85.00

n/a

Good Bulls

80.00-99.00

90.00-97.50

90.00-95.50

95.00-102.25

97.00-106.00

90.00-98.00

95.00-104.00

97.00-102.00

85.00-99.50

Butcher Steers

n/a

100.00-103.25

101.00-105.25

n/a

101.00-104.00

n/a

Butcher Heifers

n/a

99.00-103.50

n/a

99.00-102.00

n/a

Feeder Cows

n/a

50.00-80.00

71.00-80.00

84.00-94.00

79.00-90.00

n/a

78.00-88.00

Fleshy Export Cows

n/a

67.00-72.00

n/a

Lean Export Cows

n/a

62.00-68.00

n/a

Heiferettes

n/a

* includes slaughter market

(Note all prices in CDN$ per cwt. These prices also generally represent the top one-third of sales reported by the auction yard.)

The Manitoba Co-operator | May 24, 2012

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Cattle Prices Winnipeg

(Friday to Thursday) Slaughter Cattle

May 18, 2012

Steers & Heifers — D1, 2 Cows 73.00 - 81.00 D3 Cows 55.00 - 73.00 Bulls 85.00 - 99.00 Feeder Cattle (Price ranges for feeders refer to top-quality animals only) Steers (901+ lbs.) — (801-900 lbs.) 125.00 - 132.00 (701-800 lbs.) 132.00 - 142.00 (601-700 lbs.) 145.00 - 157.00 (501-600 lbs.) 155.00 - 170.00 (401-500 lbs.) 160.00 - 175.00 Heifers (901+ lbs.) — (801-900 lbs.) 113.00 - 121.00 (701-800 lbs.) 120.00 - 125.00 (601-700 lbs.) 125.00 - 138.00 (501-600 lbs.) 135.00 - 148.00 (401-500 lbs.) 140.00 - 160.00 Slaughter Cattle Grade A Steers Grade A Heifers D1, 2 Cows D3 Cows Bulls Steers

Heifers

Alberta South $ 111.85 - 113.00 112.00 - 112.00 75.00 - 85.00 65.00 - 77.00 90.56 - 90.56 $ 118.00 - 131.00 125.00 - 140.00 137.00 - 153.00 150.00 - 167.00 160.00 - 175.00 170.00 - 188.00 $ 110.00 - 122.00 116.00 - 130.00 124.00 - 140.00 131.00 - 147.00 140.00 - 158.00 152.00 - 169.00

($/cwt) (1,000+ lbs.) (850+ lbs.)

(901+ lbs.) (801-900 lbs.) (701-800 lbs.) (601-700 lbs.) (501-600 lbs.) (401-500 lbs.) (901+ lbs.) (801-900 lbs.) (701-800 lbs.) (601-700 lbs.) (501-600 lbs.) (401-500 lbs.)

Futures (May 18, 2012) in U.S. Fed Cattle Close Change Feeder Cattle June 2012 117.93 2.08 May 2012 August 2012 120.05 1.45 August 2012 October 2012 124.95 1.61 September 2012 December 2012 127.45 0.92 October 2012 February 2013 128.68 0.63 November 2012 April 2013 130.90 1.40 January 2013 Cattle Slaughter Canada East West Manitoba U.S.

Continuing barbecue weather remains a major driver Dwayne Klassen CNSC

Ontario $ 110.19 - 122.17 103.97 - 119.25 65.93 - 87.15 65.93 - 87.15 82.09 - 101.52 $ 120.32 - 133.99 129.19 - 143.58 139.35 - 157.75 138.48 - 167.36 141.55 - 179.77 151.82 - 184.86 $ 110.43 - 121.33 123.17 - 134.47 124.42 - 139.97 131.14 - 153.12 134.87 - 160.29 137.69 - 163.61

Close 150.63 159.93 161.18 162.43 163.00 162.95

Change 0.28 1.03 1.20 1.08 0.82 0.57

Cattle Grades (Canada)

Week Ending May 12, 2012 56,001 14,174 41,827 41,827 639,000

Previous Year 56,287 14,549 41,738 41,738 650,000s

Week Ending May 12, 2012 649 28,593 16,719 837 742 5,653 335

Prime AAA AA A B D E

Previous Year 775 27,717 22,519 1,465 465 1,069 419

Hog Prices Source: Manitoba Agriculture

(Friday to Thursday) ($/100 kg) MB. ($/hog) MB. (All wts.) (Fri-Thurs.) MB. (Index 100) (Fri-Thurs.) ON (Index 100) (Mon.-Thurs.) P.Q. (Index 100) (Mon.-Fri.)

Current Week 165.00E 152.00E 146.03 148.30

Futures (May 17, 2012) in U.S. Hogs June 2012 July 2012 August 2012 October 2012 December 2012

Last Week 163.34 149.20 143.86 148.60

Close 87.43 88.75 89.50 81.35 78.93

Last Year (Index 100) 165.71 151.77 146.61 150.92

Change 2.93 3.97 4.20 2.85 2.28

Other Market Prices Sheep and Lambs $/cwt Ewes Lambs (110+ lb.) (95 - 109 lb.) (80 - 94 lb.) (Under 80 lb.) (New crop)

Winnipeg 65.00 - 90.00 — 180.00 - 250.00 180.00 - 250.00 245.00 - 285.00 —

Chickens Minimum broiler prices as of May 23, 2010 Under 1.2 kg................................... $1.5130 1.2 - 1.65 kg.................................... $1.3230 1.65 - 2.1 kg.................................... $1.3830 2.1 - 2.6 kg...................................... $1.3230

Turkeys Minimum prices as of May 27, 2012 Broiler Turkeys (6.2 kg or under, live weight truck load average) Grade A .................................... $1.970 Undergrade .............................. $1.880 Hen Turkeys (between 6.2 and 8.5 kg liveweight truck load average) Grade A .................................... $1.955 Undergrade .............................. $1.855 Light Tom/Heavy Hen Turkeys (between 8.5 and 10.8 kg liveweight truck load average) Grade A .................................... $1.955 Undergrade .............................. $1.855 Tom Turkeys (10.8 and 13.3 kg, live weight truck load average) Grade A..................................... $1.910 Undergrade............................... $1.825 Prices are quoted f.o.b. farm.

Toronto 68.22 - 102.77 190.79 - 225.07 219.11 - 237.70 221.62 - 240.61 224.70 - 284.48 —

U.S. cash market helps firm up Man. cattle prices

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arketings of cattle at Manitoba auction yards during the week ended May 18 were noticeably lighter as producers turned animals onto fields for grazing and as their focus turned to the task of spring planting. “The numbers are coming down. Producers are starting to get out in the fields and are starting to seed,” said Buddy Bergner with Ashern Auction Mart. He forecast that the number of cattle being marketed will continue to taper off during the summer months of June, July and August as they have in previous years. With producers turning out cattle to pasture, he said, marketings would likely decline. He also felt that with the completion of some financial obligations at the end of the tax year, producers also are not in as much of a hurry to unload cattle. While Bergner acknowledged some producers were concentrating on planting crops, he said individuals in his region were not. “The ground in our part of the province is more suited for raising cattle and that will likely remain the focus.” Some producers would still likely plant crops, he said, but more than likely they would be for silage. Cattle prices for good-quality animals continued to hold steady and were even a bit firmer, Bergner said. There were some obvious discounts for second- and third-cut animals. Demand for Manitoba cattle continued to come from a variety of outlets, he said. “We saw some pretty good demand for cattle from Quebec and Ontario,” he said, and western demand was also evident, with much of that interest being for the bigger cattle. Retail demand for hamburger was still strong, helping to generate the steady to higher price tone for the slaughter animals. Demand for the barbecue season in Western Canada was seen picking up further, as long as the weather remains conducive to sitting out on the decks of households. Firmness in Manitoba cattle markets was also associated in part with the downswing in the value of the Canadian dollar during the past week, with the currency trading below par with the U.S. unit. Higher cash prices for cattle in the U.S., because of strong U.S. consumer demand and tighter-than-anticipated cattle-on-feed numbers, as reported by the U.S. Department

U.S. ranchers have begun holding back animals to rebuild herds, a dynamic that further tightens supplies.

of Agriculture last week, helped to keep Manitoba values firm. U.S. analysts noted U.S. consumers are paying near-record prices for beef for the barbecue and those same steaks and ribs will likely cost even more in autumn. USDA’s cattle-on-feed report released May 18 suggested supplies of slaughter-ready beef cattle in U.S. this fall and winter will be extremely tight, those analysts added. The total number of cattle on feed in the U.S., where they’re fattened before slaughter, was smaller on May 1 compared to a year ago — the first time that’s happened in two years. USDA reported 1.52 million animals were added to U.S. feedlots in April, a 14.8 per cent decrease from the same month a year earlier and 6.5 per cent below the five‑year average. The report also marked the first time in two years that the number of cattle in feedlots, where they are fattened before slaughter, was smaller than the same month a year earlier. USDA also reported the total number of cattle in U.S. feedlots at nearly 11.11 million as of May 1, 0.6 per cent below last year’s level and 1.3 per cent above the five‑year average. The total cattle‑on‑feed number was slightly smaller than what pre-report expectations had called for. Tight supplies are due in large part to a pair of knock‑off effects from a devastating drought in the U.S. southern Plains that’s just beginning to ease. U.S. analysts said many ranchers there have much smaller herds after selling stressed animals off parched pastures for 18 months or longer. Now that conditions have improved in states such as Texas and Oklahoma, ranchers have begun holding back animals to rebuild herds, a dynamic that further tightens supplies. The tight supply in the U.S. was expected to remain a factor in the price firmness being experienced at the cattle auction yards in Manitoba, as well as the rest of the Canadian Prairies. Dwayne Klassen writes for Commodity News Service Canada, a Winnipeg company specializing in grain and commodity market reporting.

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Eggs Minimum prices to producers for ungraded eggs, f.o.b. egg grading station, set by the Manitoba Egg Producers Marketing Board effective June 12, 2011. New Previous A Extra Large $1.8500 $1.8200 A Large 1.8500 1.8200 A Medium 1.6700 1.6400 A Small 1.2500 1.2200 A Pee Wee 0.3675 0.3675 Nest Run 24 + 1.7490 1.7210 B 0.45 0.45 C 0.15 0.15

Goats Winnipeg ($/cwt) Kids 210.00 - 220.00 Billys — Mature —

Toronto ($/cwt) 55.00 - 310.00 — 61.63 - 242.50

Horses <1,000 lbs. 1,000 lbs.+

Winnipeg ($/cwt) — —

Toronto ($/cwt) 23.63 - 39.63 29.67 - 46.37

It wasn’t what she ate U.S. mad cow case called “atypical” washington / reuters / Investigators are searching for a dozen herdmates of the elderly California dairy cow that had mad cow disease, the Agriculture

Department said May 17, with all signs indicating it was a rare spontaneous case of the fatal brain-wasting illness. Two laboratories assoc i a t e d w i t h t h e Wo r l d Organization for Animal Health confirmed the cow had an atypical version of mad cow disease, USDA said. It was the same diagnosis as USDA tests.

A review of feed records at the Tulare County dairy found no anomalies and audits of feed suppliers show they complied with safeguards to prevent feed contamination. Although USDA said the latest case was “atypical,” meaning it arose spontaneously, it is USDA practice to search for other offspring or herdmates.

Looking for results? Check out the market reports from livestock auctions around the province. » PaGe 9

The Manitoba Co-operator | May 24, 2012

GRAIN MARKETS column

More volatility likely from expanded trading hours ICE’s Winnipeg arm hasn’t said if it will follow suit Phil Franz-Warkentin CNSC

C E Fu t u re s Ca n a d a c a n o l a m ove d higher in most months during the week ended May 18, initially dropping lower with long liquidation before bouncing back up on the back of solid end-user demand. Tight old-crop supplies and continued exporter pricing are expected to keep the front-month July contract supported going forward, but it should eventually drift lower to come in line with the new-crop months. Weather conditions over the growing season will likely dictate the direction in the futures heading into the summer months. ICE barley futures saw some mixed commercial activity during the week, but ended unchanged overall. Milling wheat and durum were largely untraded, although gains in U.S. wheat futures were enough to pull the Canadian wheat values up as well. In the U.S., grains were up and soybeans were down during the week. Mounting dryness concerns in the U.S. Plains, along with talk of production problems in many other wheat-growing regions of the world, provided the catalyst for some heavy shortcovering in wheat — pulling prices up by 75 cents to nearly a dollar per bushel. The advances in corn were more subdued, as the expectations for a recordlarge U.S. crop tempered the short-covering move higher. Soybeans bounced around during the week, ending lower as the unwinding of spreads against corn weighed on prices. The advanced state of the U.S. winter wheat crop, and the resulting early harvest, will lead to more double cropping of soybeans. Analysts now estimate double cropping beans could see actual acres up by two million to four million above the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s latest projections. Trading hours, and their looming expansion in Chicago, were a hot topic in the U.S. markets during the week as ICE Futures U.S. launched its new slate of soybean, corn and wheat contracts. The new electronic ICE platform is open 22 hours per day, closing at 5 p.m. CT. While activity was light in the first week, the long hours have the potential to create direct competition for the Chicago grains and oilseeds. The CBOT (Chicago Board of Trade) fasttracked a plan to expand its hours, and as of May 20 will be trading in a continuous 21-hour block every day, only shutting down for three hours between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m (all times Central). Closing settlements will still be based on prices at 1:15 p.m., when open outcry stops in Chicago. Kansas City and Minneapolis will be trading the same hours as Chicago. Those new hours replace the previous practice, which saw the Chicago market close each day at 1:15 p.m. before reopening for an overnight electronic session at 6 p.m. That overnight session ran until 7:15 a.m., at which point

the CBOT closed for a couple hours before reopening at 9:30 a.m. Aside from the need to keep up with the Joneses at ICE Futures U.S., the main argument in favour of the long trading hours in Chicago is that they would allow participants to immediately trade off of any potentially market-moving USDA reports. The supply/demand and crop reports are traditionally released when the markets are closed, allowing traders a little time to digest the numbers before the markets open. However, having the markets opened when the reports are released is also an argument against expanding the hours, according to some traders who expressed concerns over the likely volatility. There’s an argument to be made that the longer hours replace quality with quantity. The overnight sessions are already relatively illiquid, and expanding that period of thin trade can be seen as being largely a cash grab on the part of the exchanges.

Difficulties

From a simple staffing standpoint, keeping the agricultural markets open at all hours of the day poses any number of difficulties for the grain companies tracking the futures and trying to set cash prices for farmers, especially the smaller brokerages. Complaints from that sector convinced the CME Group, which operates the CBOT, to back away from an initial plan that would have seen the market remain open until 4 p.m. every day. Such a move would have forced overtime, or the need to hire more workers. A group of U.S. market participants is also circulating a petition calling for a boycott of exchanges using the extended hours, questioning the benefit of “trading for the sake of trading.” In Canada, the canola market will still be closing at 1:15 p.m. — for now — but has been at the forefront of changes to the grain trade in recent years. ICE Futures Ca n a d a w a s a c t u a l l y t h e f i r s t No r t h American agricultural market to move to an all-electronic platform, back in December 2004, when the floor shut down. Canola futures currently trade from 7 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. the following day, but the bulk of the volumes occur during the hours when the Chicago open outcry floor is open (9:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.). With ICE Futures U.S. already trading for 22 hours a day, and the Chicago market also expanding, it is very likely that the Canadian market will eventually be forced to follow suit. However, ICE Futures Canada has been quiet on its plans so far. Large global trading firms and multinational grain companies moving money around definitely stand to gain from the move to near non-stop trade. However, what the longer trading hours will mean for farmers growing the commodities remains to be seen. Phil Franz-Warkentin writes for Commodity News Service Canada, a Winnipeg company specializing in grain and commodity market reporting.

For three-times-daily market reports from Commodity News Service Canada, visit “ICE Futures Canada updates” at www.manitobacooperator.ca.

Export and International Prices Last Week

All prices close of business May 17, 2012

Week Ago

Year Ago

—

$476.60

N/A

374.21

Wheat

CWB export 1CW 13.5 St. Lawrence US hard winter ord.Gulf ($US) EU French soft wheat ($US)

N/A

358.00

Chicago wheat (nearby future) ($US/tonne)

241.66

218.51

298.33

Minneapolis wheat (nearby future) ($US/tonne)

281.89

268.20

369.70

US corn Gulf ($US)

287.59

268.10

328.53

US barley (PNW) ($US)

280.00

250.00

Chicago corn (nearby future) ($US/tonne)

246.06

246.26

294.59

Chicago oats (nearby future) ($US/tonne)

219.49

216.09

236.02

528.32

533.56

506.83

1,118.38

1,171.96

1,266.99

Coarse Grains

Oilseeds Chicago soybeans (nearby future) ($US/tonne) Chicago soyoil ($US/tonne)

Winnipeg Futures ICE Futures Canada prices at close of business May 18, 2012 Western barley

Last Week

Week Ago

July 2012

237.00

October 2012

210.00

216.00

December 2012

212.00

—

Canola

Last Week

Week Ago

July 2012

613.20

608.10

November 2012

652.60

561.40

January 2013

566.10

—

CWB Pool Forecasts April PRO 2011-12

March PRO 2011-12

Total Payments 2010-11

No. 1 CWRS 13.5

319.00

317.00

344.96

No. 1 CWRS 12.5

283.00

317.73

No. 2 CWRS 13.5

314.00

337.13

No. 1 CWHWS 13.5

319.00

344.96

No. 1 CPSR

249.00

277.77

No. 1 CPSW

244.00

274.67

No. 1 CWRW

245.00

284.23

No. 1 CWES

289.00

314.96

No. 1 CWSWS

250.00

268.72

344.00

342.00

302.94

N/A

235.72

Sel CW Two-Row

309.00

265.74

Sel CW Six-Row

294.00

247.98

2011-Wheat

Durum No. 1 CWAD 13.0 Feed Barley No. 1 CW Pool A Designated Barley

* No. 1 CW feed barley, Pool B 2011-12, as of January 19: $223.

Special Crops Report for May 22, 2012 — Bin run delivered plant Saskatchewan Spot Market

Spot Market

Lentils (Cdn. cents per pound)

Other ( Cdn. cents per pound unless otherwise specified)

Large Green 15/64

24.70 - 26.00

Canaryseed

Laird No. 1

24.50 - 26.00

Oil Sunflower Seed

Eston No. 2

21.00 - 30.00

Desi Chickpeas

26.00 - 27.50 — 26.10 - 27.50

Field Peas (Cdn. $ per bushel)

Beans (Cdn. cents per pound)

Green No. 1

8.50 - 12.00

Fababeans, large

—

Medium Yellow No. 1

8.00 - 9.25

Feed beans

—

Feed Peas (Cdn. $ per bushel)

No. 1 Navy/Pea Beans

—

Feed Pea (Rail)

No. 1 Great Northern

—

Mustardseed (Cdn. cents per pound)

No. 1 Cranberry Beans

—

Yellow No. 1

36.75 - 37.75

No. 1 Light Red Kidney

—

Brown No. 1

30.75 - 31.75

No. 1 Dark Red Kidney

—

Oriental No. 1

25.75 - 26.75

No. 1 Black Beans

—

No. 1 Pinto Beans

—

3.50 - 5.50

Source: Stat Publishing SUNFLOWERS

No. 1 Small Red

—

No. 1 Pink

—

Fargo, ND

Goodlands, KS

25.85

25.55

—

Report for May 21, 2012 in US$ cwt NuSun (oilseed) Confection Source: National Sunflower Association

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Pasture conditions this spring vary considerably, from flooded and soggy in the southwestern marshes near Oak Lake, nearly droughty around Dauphin, and on fire in the east. PHOTO: DANIEL WINTERS

Pastures vary widely amid topsy-turvy spring While the east side battles forest fires, the normally dry southwestern pastures are poised for lush growth By Daniel Winters CO-OPERATOR STAFF

asture conditions around the province this spring seem to be a mixed bag of sorts, ranging from lush to bone dry. In a topsy-turvy turn of events, the southwest, where drought is the rule rather than the exception, ample rains have set the stage for good pasture conditions, said Jane Thornton, a pasture and rangeland specialist based in Souris. “I thought it was going to be really early, but it’s kind of back to normal,” she said. Despite a warm March, cool weather in April held pasture growth back into a “static state” and dashed hopes for an early spring and extra days on pasture for area ranchers. “If we get a few hot days, it’s going to grow like crazy,” said Thornton. In the Oak Lake area that was flooded last year, the water table that was topped up by spring rains is still at record highs. Weather statistics show accumulated precipitation so far this year on the west side of the province is well above the 30-year average, with Pierson at 227 per cent, Birtle 242 per cent above normal, and Brandon at 197 per cent. Farther east, moisture levels drop off. Near Gladstone, Larry Fisher, who recently retired from his MAFRI post to take up custom grazing full time, said that “everything is early” and he figures that he might get an extra 10 days on the front end of the grazing season. “We haven’t had much rain,” he said, adding that his area has received less than an inch of rain since snowmelt, which was minimal to begin with.

“I’ve never seen them so bad. We haven’t had rain here since last year on Canada Day.”

DON WINNICKY

Despite continuing problems from Lake Manitoba flooding, he didn’t expect a shortage of pasture as cattle are moved farther inland for summer grazing. Many ranchers have sold off their cattle in recent years, leaving room for herds from elsewhere to move in. Near Dauphin, MAFRI farm production adviser Pam Iwanchysko said recent heat and moisture have been pushing pastures along at a good pace. “There’s lots of cows on pasture already that shouldn’t be,” she joked. “But things have really progressed over the past week.” Moisture in the area is adequate for the most part, but some areas are borderline dry. A dust storm — the first in many years — was seen recently in the Dauphin area, while the Russell area was still too wet to seed. There is a pasture shortfall in the area, mainly due to increased demand from ranchers near Lake Manitoba, and rents have risen accordingly. Tim Clarke, a MAFRI forage and pasture specialist based in Ashern and Lundar, said pastures in the north Interlake are coming along slowly due to low overnight temperatures, but faster than last year.

Excess moisture continues to be a problem in areas near Lake Manitoba, and pasture may be in short supply as a result. “The land that was flooded last year is still really wet, but where it wasn’t, it’s relatively dry,” he said. Flooded pastures are “mostly black” with only sparse growth so far, and some herds will have to be moved to other areas again this year. High water tables have pushed up salinity and receding waters from the slightly saline Lake Manitoba may mean more headaches with foxtail barley this summer, he added. “When you get a lake the size of Lake Manitoba, and it’s relatively flat around it, it floods a lot of acres,” said Clarke. In Manitoba’s far east, Don Winnicky, a councillor and rancher in the RM of Piney near Sandilands Provincial Forest, said his pastures are “terrible.” “I’ve never seen them so bad. We haven’t had rain here since last year on Canada Day,” said Winnicky. He’s got some hay left over from last year, but he’s reluctant to use it because the outlook for this year’s hay crop looks dismal. The irony of this spring’s weather switcheroo has him scratching his head, because the east side of the province where he runs 250 cows is typically so wet that rubber boots are de rigeur until July. This year the region is battling forest fires. “Out in the southwest, guys are getting stuck trying to seed and here, we’re praying for rain, but it ain’t coming,” said Winnicky. daniel.winters@fbcpublishing.com

The Manitoba Forage Council’s Green Gold program, which provides a forecasting service for optimizing harvest times for first-cut alfalfa, will be keeping a close eye on the progress of this year’s crop, just as it has for the past 17 years. John McGregor, who gathers and tests alfalfa samples each spring under the program for the Manitoba Forage Council, said that the traditional method of cutting alfalfa at the early-bloom stage risks missing the mark because in recent years, unusually cool spring weather followed by extreme warming can make the crop mature faster. In such cases, waiting for the first flowers to appear could see the relative feed value (RFV) of the forage dip to 110, instead of the optimal 150 prized by dairy farmers. The first cut of alfalfa starts on almost the same day throughout the province, said McGregor, although there may be some slight variability depending on whether the soil is sandy or clay. “In the good old days, a lot of farmers would wait until they saw the first flower in the field. Now, in a lot of cases, it might be best at the early-bud stage or pre-bud stage,” he said. In some years, optimal first cut might come as early as late May, while other years, it’s not ready until mid-June. The Green Gold program provides alfalfa growers with an early-warning system on crop development with notices distributed by the Dairy Farmers of Manitoba, the MFC website, and via email and local radio and newspapers. Missing the optimal window could result in losses of three to five RFV points per day. The program aims to give producers five to seven days advance warning so that they can get their equipment ready and time their harvest for best results, he added. Modern dairy cows require RFV 150, while beef cows do best on 110-120 RFV, and young heifers need 130-135 RFV. Forage that matches those specs is able to capture a premium price. “Depending on the market, RFV can make or break a deal,” said McGregor. “Guys will cut hay for the specific markets that they have.” Until this year’s crop is cut and sold, the price of alfalfa is anyone’s guess, he said. However, based on supplies left over, McGregor expects prices to be “about average depending on rain and yield on subsequent cuts over the season. Despite the lack of snowfall over much of the province last winter, mild weather has kept winterkill to a minimum, he added.

The Manitoba Co-operator | May 24, 2012

Pfizer cuts jobs at Brandon plant Premarin producer’s 26 remaining ranches will not be affected By Da pmu horses niel Winters co-operator staff

here will be no impact on the 26 remaining equine ranching operations in Manitoba and Saskatchewan despite plans by U.S.-based drug giant Pfizer to cut 50 jobs from its Brandon pregnant mares’ urine collection and processing facility by 2013. “The focus of the restructuring is a result of operational efficiency initiatives and to best position the site for the future,” said company spokesperson Lisa Ross. “This decision will not impact the site’s rancher network who supports the plant’s production.” She added that the competitive nature of the international drug business requires a continual review of operations to achieve cost reductions and ensure that the company’s resources and technology are used effectively. The cuts will be undertaken gradually through to the end of 2013, and reduce staff from the current 130 to 70, she said. T h e p l a n t , b o u g h t f ro m Wyeth in 2009 as part of a $68-billion deal, extracts estrogen from the urine of pregnant mares to produce the

“This decision will not impact the site’s rancher network who supports the plant’s production.”

Lisa Ross

hormone-replacement therapy drug Premarin. Ross added that the decision was based in part on the future sales outlook for Premarin, which is used to treat menopausal symptoms. The Brandon plant will continue to play a role in Pfizer’s global supply network and the company intends to continue its involvement in the community, she added. Norm Luba, executive director of the North American Equine Ranching Council, said that at a ranchers’ meeting last week, there were no indications that quota allocations for the upcoming year would be affected. “We’re waiting for the contracts to come out, but I’m not aware of any changes to the ranchers’ contracts as a result,”

Pfizer’s Brandon pregnant mares’ urine processing plant recently announced cuts will eliminate 50 jobs at the facility, but the 26 remaining PMU producers in Manitoba and Saskatchewan will go unscathed, said a company spokesperson. photo: file

said Luba. “I believe it’s focused just on the plant.” NAERIC, which represents the PMU ranching industry and provides sponsorships and incentives for the sporting use of foals raised on the operations, operates at arm’s length from the company, he added. Since the first round of cutbacks that saw the number of

New dairy website Dairy farmers need to tell their own story when it comes to supply management

David Wiens

Dairy Farmers of Manitoba chairman, David Wiens, speaks to producers in Stonewall. Photo: Shannon VanRaes

Al though cr it ics may be d i f f i c u l t t o c o n v i n c e, t h e chairman said what is really important is exposing Canadians to both sides of the issue. “If people listen to interviews, or read about it, and our voice is included, then w e’v e e n s u re d t h a t w e’v e gotten our story out,” said Wiens. Free trade discussions have helped fuel public commentary on supply management in recent months, but Wiens said the federal government has committed to protecting supply management during trade negotiations. “I wish I could share that optimism,” said Palsson. “But

David is confident, so that helps me out a bit.” He said recent attacks on dairy supply management by organizations like the Canadian Restaurant and Foodservices Association have also been frustrating. Last fall that organization launched a website targeting the dairy industry. “I think they are targeting the wrong people,” said Palsson. “They either have to look at the processors and the retailers — or themselves — to see where they can find efficiencies.” The best way to tackle the issue is for consumers to learn about the effort and risk dairy farmers put in to make a living, he added. shannon.vanraes@fbcpublishing.com

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Harmonization could lessen producer penalties CO-OPERATOR STAFF /STONEWALL

“It’s very difficult to convince someone who is ideologically opposed to the concept of supply management and the concept of working together like we do with supply management.”

airy Farmers of Manitoba (DFM) is continuing to encourage its producers to tell their stories in order to defend supply management from its critics. “We should get out there ourselves and talk about it, because it can’t always be government or (DFM) that is doing everything,” farmer Raymond Palsson said following a producer meeting in Stonewall. To assist producers in this task and provide information to the Canadian public, yourmilk.ca was launched this winter. “We wanted to be able to give our producers the tools to be able to respond to these critics,” said DFM chairman Da v i d Wi e n s. “ T h e p u b l i c often likes to talk to grassroots producers, the people who are working on the ground.” He said the site offers quick, to-the-point information that is easy to understand. But Wiens added that dairy farmers face a tough fight with critics who aren’t always interested in the information provided. “I think it’s an ideological bent that drives it,” he said. “And it’s very difficult to convince someone who is ideologically opposed to the concept of supply management and the concept of working together like we do with supply management.”

plemental cash awards when they compete in events at the national and local level. There are 26 remaining PMU ranches, 24 in Manitoba and two in Saskatchewan. In total, they are home to some 1,900 horses, mainly heavy draft breeds and quarter-horses.

Discussions continue By Shannon VanRaes

By Shannon VanRaes CO-OPERATOR STAFF / STONEWALL

ranches cut back from over 400 early in the last decade, NAERIC’s budget has shrunk accordingly because it is based on the number of grams of estrogen produced, said Luba. The group’s efforts have since been focused on supporting the NAERIC Advantage program, which awards the purchasers of PMU-bred foals with sup-

airy farmers are looking at quota harmonization across western provinces as a way to improve efficiency. Henry Holtmann, chairman of the Western Milk Pool’s (WMP) quota harmonization committee, said the process of making recommendations is moving forward as representatives from the four provinces work to build trust and mutual understanding. “I think we will move forward, but it takes time because this is a fairly complicated system,” he said during a dairy producer meeting in Stonewall. Over- and underproduction credit days, which vary greatly from province to province, is one of the sticking points. Producers in Alberta don’t want the window shrunk from 40 days to 20 days, he said. Manitoba’s credit exchange system also differs from systems in the other western provinces. West of Manitoba, credit exchanges are done privately. The harmonization committee will present its findings to the Canadian Dairy Commission’s milk supply management committee this August. “Now that we are treated as a block we have to figure out how to interact amongst ourselves,” said Holtmann. “We work together well, but you have to make sure all the players are on a level playing field.” Because Manitoba has higher production levels through the

winter months and lower production levels over the summer, Holtmann said producers here stand to benefit if penalties and credits stay within the WMP. “We actually go from the top of our band and to the bottom of our band within six months,” he said. “So by joining with the other provinces, we can allow that to happen without being penalized or assessed credits.” This would give producers more flexibility and increase opportunities to maximize profits, he added. “The multinationals go across the country, but we have these provincial policies that differ, so bringing it together makes sense,” said Holtmann, who is also Dairy Farmers of Manitoba’s (DFM) vice-chairman. DFM chairman David Wiens said harmonization will also bring greater stability. “We would become a larger pool for milk production purposes,” he said. “And I think the larger the volume of product brings stability, and also gives more flexibility in quota practices.” The WMP is also looking at pooling resources to fund promotional campaigns that stretch across the P4. “You get a bigger bang for your buck doing it this way,” Holtmann said. “If you advertise in Stonewall, you’re not going to get the exposure of advertising with a bigger budget in Winnipeg or Vancouver.” shannon.vanraes@fbcpublishing.com

The Manitoba Co-operator | May 24, 2012

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Early life influences on breeding performance Litter sizes can affect how both sows’ and boars’ reproductive organs develop Bernie Peet Peet on Pigs

he North American pork industry is increasingly focusing on sow lifetime performance as a key goal for the breeding herd rather than pigs weaned per sow. After all, if high replacement rates and moderate lifetime productivity can be improved, the cost of producing piglets will be reduced. This was the theme of the recent Swine Breeding Management Workshop held at the University of Alberta, at which a panel of specialists from both Canada and the U.S., presented the latest research findings and practical experience. One relatively new area of study is the impact of early life experiences on the productivity of the gilt through her breeding life and also the impact on the boar. Not only does this include the suckling and rearing phase, but also the embryonic and fetal stages of development. Dr. Mark Estienne, from Virginia Tech in the U.S., described some of the effects that may influence gilt and boar performance. “A growing body of evidence supports the notion that the maternal environment in which a gilt fetus develops plays an important role in the development of the reproductive and other physiological systems,” he says. “If you put stress on the female during its development, it can affect development of the reproductive organs, which won’t be evident until much later in life.”

Uterine environment

The impact of the uterine environment has become a lot more relevant in high-litter-size

which compared gilts reared in pens of eight or 16 animals showed that females reared in the smaller groups ultimately farrowed one more pig per litter than gilts reared in the larger groups.”

“Low-birth-weight boars may have poorer reproductive performance at sexual maturity.”

Crowding Dr. Mark Estienne

females because some embryos may suffer from intrauterine growth retardation (IUGR) due to insufficient uterine capacity. Piglets in these low-birth-weight litters will have underdeveloped reproductive organs, compared to those in high-birth-weight litters. “Low-birth-weight boars may have poorer reproductive performance at sexual maturity and preliminary evidence from our laboratory supports this hypothesis,” Dr. Estienne said. He recently found that the birth weight of boars that were impossible to train for semen collection were lower than those that could be trained. Also, the low-birth-weight boars had lower sperm concentrations and total sperm per ejaculate than those classified as high birth weight. IUGR also impacts follicular development in gilts and the onset of puberty. One of Dr. Estienne’s studies showed that age at first standing estrus was negatively correlated with birth weight. Stress during the gestation period is another factor that affects the fetus. “A study in which sows were stressed by restraining them daily for five minutes during weeks 12-16 of gestation looked at how this impacted the onset of estrus in female offspring,” he said. “Age at first estrus was significantly delayed in gilts farrowed by stressed sows (average

Dr. Mark Estienne, speaking at the recent Swine Breeding Management Workshop held in Edmonton.

172 days) compared to gilts farrowed by control females (average 158 days).”

Sow housing

The type of sow housing used in gestation can also influence growth performance of the sow’s offspring and their onset of puberty. Dr. Estienne and his team compared the progeny of sows housed in pens, stalls or stalls for 30 days after breeding, followed by stalls for the remainder of gestation. “In our study, fewer gilts farrowed by females kept in crates throughout gestation reached puberty by 165 days of age compared with the other two groups,” he points out. Research from nearly 40 years ago compared the performance of gilts reared in litters of six with those in litters of 12. “At 25 days post-mating, the gilts from small litters had more embryos than those from

litters of 12 pigs,” notes Dr. Estienne. “Moreover, through three parities, sows raised in litters of seven pigs or less were less likely to be culled and had higher farrowing rates and larger litters than sows raised in litters of 10 or more pigs.” Another study showed that boars raised in litters of six pigs or less reached puberty sooner and produced more sperm cells per ejaculate compared with boars raised in litters of nine pigs or more. “This all suggests that lactation litter size can impose some type of stress that negatively impacts future reproduction of the suckling pigs,” he said. Environment and management during the rearing phase also influences subsequent reproductive performance. “Inadequate floor space during the grow-finish stage has been shown to affect the onset of puberty,” he said. “Also, one trial

Crowding during the nursery phase appears to have a significant impact on reproductive performance. “In one study, gilts kept in pens of 16 during a five-week nursery period subsequently farrowed 1.25 live pigs less during Parity 1 and 3.5 live pigs less during Parity 2, compared to gilts kept in pens of eight in the nursery,” Estienne said. “Another study also showed the bigger impact of crowding on second-parity performance. These studies demonstrate that the potential detriment increases in Parity 2 after the female has experienced the normal rigours of the Parity 1 lactation.” Clearly there are some significant effects of conditions in the uterus and in the early d e v e l o p m e n t o f b re e d i n g boars and gilts on subsequent reproductive performance, in addition to those during the rearing phase. A better understanding of these factors will help to develop future management strategies that will contribute to higher lifetime performance. “Research will continue to identify prenatal or early-inlife stressors and to develop management strategies for mitigating adverse effects on reproduction and increasing sow longevity,” concludes Dr. Estienne. Bernie Peet is president of Pork Chain Consulting of Lacombe, Alberta, and editor of Western Hog Journal.

Injured meat animals can now be killed on farm The changes improve safety and animal welfare while maintaining food safety By Alex Binkley co-operator contributor / ottawa

he Canadian Federation of Agriculture and the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association have sided with Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz in a political dispute over a change to Meat Inspection Regulations. CFA president Ron Bonnett said the change in regulations to cover the rare instances of livestock put down on the farm “will provide a more practical, outcome-based approach for farmers. Farmers have been calling for a way to deal with injured or aggressive animals that are difficult to transport for some time.” “This is a common-sense proposal that will allow the meat from injured or aggressive animals to be safely harvested in a manner that is respectful to the welfare of

the animal and does not put health or safety at risk,” said CCA president Martin Unrau. The furor peaked with the NDP saying the change opened the door to meat from roadkill and sick animals going into the food system. The union representing federal veterinarians said vets in private practice lack the training to determine whether meat from an injured animal is safe to eat. Bonnett said farmers will have an alternative to choosing “between transporting compromised animals — a potential animal welfare issue — or losing the cost of their animal. This change helps mitigate farmers’ losses and improves the humane treatment of live animals. “This is not about allowing sick or diseased animals into the system,” he said. “There are already regulations in place that ensure this does not hap-

pen. A veterinarian has to perform an examination before slaughter to make sure it’s safe to enter the food system.”

Injured

Under current rules, a farmer with a healthy animal that has sustained a leg injury has to seek approval to ship the live animal to an abattoir or have it euthanized and pay for its disposal. Neither of these are practical options. Unrau said a producer could face “an animal that has become extremely agitated and aggressive. This could be quite dangerous, especially if the animal happens to be a 2,000-pound bull. The proposed regulation would allow the animal to be euthanized under veterinary supervision without endangering the lives or safety of the farm workers.” Liberal Agriculture Critic Frank Valeriote said the NDP

New regulations recognize it is safer for handlers and more humane to slaughter injured but otherwise healthy livestock before transporting them to the abattoir. photo: shannon vanraes

was insulting farmers with their roadkill charges. The procedures in the new regulations are “very controlled. The veterinarian is there. The animal is euthanized. It’s fallen. It’s had an accident. Otherwise it’s safe to enter into the food chain.” Ritz accused the NDP of

being wildly irresponsible and making accusations that could hurt the meat-processing sector. “Given that Canadian farmers bring $44 billion to the economy by exporting their world-class products, the NDP should support the industry instead of tearing it down.”

The Manitoba Co-operator | May 24, 2012

Warm weather drawing out more humans than ticks

Tuck in those shirts and socks to reduce the chances of a tick bite while enjoying warm weather By Shannon VanRaes CO-OPERATOR STAFF

f you’re feeling a little “ticked” this spring you’re not alone. But don’t blame the wee arthropods because they are just doing what they always do, entomologist Kateryn Rochon says. The University of Manitoba professor said ticks are normally active this time of year, and generally become active as soon as the snow melts and temperature rises. And although the unusually warm spring hasn’t done much to change tick behaviour or increase their numbers, it has inspired changes in human behaviour, which have brought the two species into greater contact. “It appears the ticks have come out earlier, but in reality it’s just about the same,” she said. “Ticks are normally out this time of year, but usually people are not.” The professor noted the 2011 flood also kept many farmers and hikers away from tall grass and areas of landscape transition favoured by ticks. “People have a tendency to forget as well, especially when things are bad, like with the flood, so ticks weren’t really on people’s minds last year,” Rochon said. But dry conditions this spring have Manitobans thinking about ticks again, especially after a warm spell in February caused some ticks to become active. Those ticks however, retreated back into leaf and grass litter as soon as temperatures dropped, Rochon said. Staying indoors is the only surefire way to avoid ticks, but the entomologist doesn’t advocate that approach. “There are ways to avoid tick bites,” she said.

“Ticks aren’t jumping off oak trees and landing on people’s heads. If you find them on the top of your head it’s because they climbed all the way up there.” KATERYN ROCHON

Geek in vogue

Tucking shirts into pants, and pants into socks — the geeky look — is a good way to keep ticks on top of your clothing where they can easily be seen and removed. “Ticks aren’t jumping off oak trees and landing on people’s heads,” said Rochon. “If you find them on the top of your head it’s because they climbed all the way up there.” She also suggests wearing light-coloured clothes so ticks can be easily spotted before reaching the upper body. Livestock may have more trouble avoiding ticks, but keeping cattle out of tall grass and away from the edges of scrub brush between April and the end of June will lessen the chance they will pick them up. “You do get ticks on cattle, but it is more of a nuisance,” said the professor. “Very rarely will you have problems related to the ticks.” She added ticks may be more of an issue with horses, which are often placed in lower-quality pasture land where ticks are more prevalent. Although wood ticks are still the most common species of tick found in Manitoba, deer ticks — also know as black-legged ticks — are present as well.

Two wood ticks (bottom) are outpaced by a pair of smaller deer ticks in the University of Manitoba’s entomology department. PHOTOS: SHANNON VANRAES

“Deer ticks are relatively new to Manitoba,” said Rochon. “They are smaller than wood ticks and they are the ticks that can carry Lyme disease.” Lyme disease has been a reportable disease in Manitoba since 1999 and in 2009 the province adopted national case definitions for reporting to ensure consistency in tracking the disease. Last year there were seven confirmed and four probable cases in Manitoba. Part of Rochon’s research will focus on how deer ticks disperse once they move into a new geographic area. “It’s an exciting moment for someone who works on ticks in Manitoba,” she said. “We’re at the very special moment when the ticks are coming in and dispersing, and it’s the one opportunity we have to figure out how this happens, because once it’s

New regulations match EU

An unengorged female tick sits on the back of a fully engorged female tick in the University of Manitoba’s entomology department.

done, that’s it, the moment is gone.” Rochon, who joined the u n i v e r s i t y ’s e n t o m o l o g y department in January, said Manitoba’s landscape and

harsh winters mean information gathered elsewhere about tick dispersal isn’t applicable locally. shannon.vanraes@fbcpublishing.com

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New somatic cell restrictions will take effect this summer By Shannon VanRaes CO-OPERATOR STAFF / STONEWALL

anadian dairy farmers will have to meet new standards for somatic cell counts beginning this summer. Effective August 1, regulatory limits for producers will be lowered to 399,000 per millilitre from 499,000 per millilitre. But industry representatives said farmers are ahead of the curve and prepared for the change. “The change is not going to affect most dairy producers,” said David Wiens, chairman of the Dairy Farmers of Manitoba. “Producers have been working over the years to reduce their

“Producers have been working over the years to reduce their somatic cell counts and this is just another step along the way.”

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somatic cell counts and this is just another step along the way.” Current cell counts in Manitoba average around 250,000 per millilitre, he added. “We are really already at this level, so why not make it official by bringing in the new standard,” said Wiens. The change will also bring

Canadian regulations in line with those in the European Union. “ We re a l l y b e l i e v e t h a t Canadians deserve dairy products that are some of the best, so we are always striving to improve our products,” Wiens said. shannon.vanraes@fbcpublishing.com

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The Manitoba Co-operator | May 24, 2012

WEATHER VANE

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Summer trying to take hold Issued: Monday, May 21, 2012 · Covering: May 23 – May 30, 2012 Daniel Bezte Co-operator contributor

he active weather pattern we’ve been in for the last week or so looks as if it will continue for most of this forecast period. This makes it tough to forecast, as the weather models are struggling to come to an agreement on the timing, intensity and track of several different storm systems. A large ridge of high pressure has formed over the eastern Pacific and this is causing a large trough of low pressure to form over western North America. This trough will be the breeding ground for areas of low pressure. These lows will form to our west and then push eastward every couple of days during this forecast period, keeping our weather fairly active. This western trough will keep our region in a predominantly southwesterly flow in the upper atmosphere, and while it will try to pull up warm air, it will have trouble making it too far north, with cool high pressure in place to our north. The first area of low pressure will move through our region on

Wednesday. Currently the models are pushing this low through southern regions, which would keep most of the rain over central Manitoba. The models then re-form the low over the Dakotas on Thursday, bringing significant rains to our south. By Friday this low will be pulling off to our northeast and we’ll see cool northerly winds. Depending on rainfall and cloud amounts, some areas could see near-freezing temperatures on Saturday morning. We should clear out a little bit over the weekend as another weak low is forecast to track along the border on Sunday, bringing some clouds and the odd shower. The models then quiet things down a little bit to start next week, with no significant areas of low pressure expected in our region. With sunny to partly cloudy skies we should see temperatures warm back into the low 20s for highs. Usual temperature range for this period: Highs, 15 to 27 C; lows, 3 to 12 C. Daniel Bezte is a teacher by profession with a BA (Hon.) in geography, specializing in climatology, from the U of W. He operates a computerized weather station near Birds Hill Park. Contact him with your questions and comments at daniel@bezte.ca.

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12 Month (365 Days) Accumulated Precipitation (Prairie Region) May 2, 2011 to April 30, 2012

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I thought for fun this week we would look at the total amount of precipitation that has fallen across the Prairies over the past year (ending on April 30). Western Alberta, southeastern Saskatchewan and southwestern Manitoba were all fairly wet during this period. Most of the precipitation in these regions fell last spring, with dry conditions setting in pretty much right across the Prairies since then.

Thunderstorms and hail

The Prairies — Alberta, in particular — have a higher overall chance of hail By Daniel Bezte CO-OPERATOR CONTRIBUTOR

find it kind of interesting, and maybe a little weird, that in the last issue I indicated that this issue would be about thunderstorms and hail, and then during the last week areas around Winnipeg experienced thunderstorms with hail — I even had some at my place. I think this week I should end by saying in our next issue, we’ll discuss what perfect late-spring and early-summer weather are like! If you have spent any significant amount of time living on the Prairies, there is a good chance you have probably experienced a hailstorm. While hail can occur pretty much anywhere across North America, there are two main regions where the chances of experiencing a hailstorm are significantly higher. The first region is the central United States; the second region is the Canadian Prairies and in particular, Alberta. For those of you who routinely read my column, then you know I have a fair number of weather peeves. Well, I have another one and, you guessed it, it has to do with hail, or rather, the improper use of the term hail. Hail refers to the fall-

ing of ice from a cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) cloud. Ice pellets, snow pellets and graupel (a snowflake that has been coated in ice) are not hail and should not be called hail. These types of precipitation will often occur in the spring or late fall and are not associated with thunderstorms. One of the first questions I get asked about hail is: can it be too warm for hail? The answer is “yes.” If the upper atmosphere is warm, then the freezing level in the atmosphere is very high up. If a thunderstorm does develop, and if hail forms in the storm, chances are that the hail will melt well before it ever reaches the ground. So the key ingredient for hail to form is to have plenty of cold air aloft and to make sure it is not too high off of the ground. Most thunderstorms will produce hail; the question is whether or not the hail will grow large enough to make it to the ground without completely melting. As we have already discussed, a very low freezing level helps this happen, because the hailstone only has a short distance to fall through the relatively warm air. Another way to keep a hailstone from melting before it hits the ground is to start off with a really big hailstone! This is one of the main

reasons Alberta sees so much hail (compared to everyone else in Canada). The topography of Alberta is such that while ground temperatures can be really warm, the freezing layer is not that high up relative to what it might be in Manitoba. Now, here is where a second common misconception about thunderstorms and hail lies. To get really big hailstones you do not necessarily need a really tall (or high) thunderstorm. Hail forms when a particle passes from the warm (liquid) part of the cloud into the cold (freezing) part of the cloud. When this occurs, any water on the particle freezes and you now have a small hailstone. Now, if that hailstone just kept going up toward the top of the thunderstorm, it wouldn’t accumulate much more ice and therefore it would remain small. For hailstones to get really big they must go back into the warm (liquid) section of the storm, pick up more water, then go back up into the cold section of the cloud so the water can freeze. Repeat this cycle a number of times and you can get some really big hailstones. When it comes to hail, size really does matter! Pea-sized hail will do little if any damage to structures and plants, while golf ball-sized hailstones can

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literally destroy everything in their path. When it comes to measuring hailstone size, things become a little strange. That is, you don’t usually hear that the hail will be around 50 millimetres in diameter. Instead you hear that the hail was the size of a golf ball or an egg. Of all the things we measure in regards to weather, hail has by far the most descriptive measurements. The table shows some of the more common descriptive terms used for hail and the approximate size that hailstone would be. To end off this week’s article: the biggest hailstone ever recorded fell in Nebraska in 2003 and measured seven

inches in diameter (a softball is about 4.5 inches in diameter)! The heaviest hailstone ever recorded fell in Kansas and weighed in at 1.67 pounds. On a more global scale, in 1986, hailstones reportedly as heavy as 2.2 lbs. fell in Bangladesh. It has been estimated that hailstones this large hit the ground travelling at nearly 160 kilometres per hour! The storm in Bangladesh resulted in over 90 fatalities as a result of the hail. The longest-lasting hailstorm ran 85 minutes and covered the ground to a depth of 46 cm! This is what happened in June 1959 in the town of Selden, Kansas.

The Manitoba Co-operator | May 24, 2012

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Industry groups are concerned about the lack of consultation By Alex Binkley CO-OPERATOR CONTRIBUTOR / OTTAWA

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existing regulations to allow for third-party verification. “We’ve not got any details on the financial impact on farmers,” he said. “We’re trying to determine what will replace the CFIA monitoring and the costs for producers.” CFIA has established four working groups with the Canadian Fertilizer Institute, but there’s no clarity about who will be responsible for enforcing regulations. “There’re so many pages of laws and regulations that we’re waiting for plans to be presented to us,” he noted. The seed growers tried to make the case that certified seed was a consumer protection issue and that seeds must meet international standards through a national authority before they can be exported, Adolphe said. The government may have caught

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a break on that issue as there’s a proposal under discussion internationally to accept a nongovernment body as the certifier. “That would be less disruptive to implement,” he says. The association is also disappointed by cuts in federal agriculture research, especially the loss of more than 40 scientists, he added. This comes as countries are boosting research spending. Russia plans to spend $5 billion a year over the next decade compared to $20 million in Canada. CFIA has told the fertilizer industry that while it will continue to monitor fertilizer safety, it is also dropping pre-market efficacy assessments and marketplace monitoring of product quality. T h e c h a n g e s w i l l “p r ov i d e industry with greater flexibility, less red tape and faster product

approvals and registration,” CFIA says. Farmer demand will drive the industry to extend its initiatives to ensure the quality of its products. “This could provide consumers with information on product quality assurances and performance.” CFIA said it will work with industry through the Canadian Fe r t i l i ze r In s t i t u t e t o m a i n tain domestic and international market confidence in Canadian products. It hopes to complete a thorough review of the Fertilizer Regulations by the end of the year. There was no comment from CFI. Industry officials worry what the changes will mean for sewage-sludge-based products such as sludge pellets and compost, and how products, which have no fertilizer content, will be kept off the market.

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“We’ve not got any details on the financial impact on farmers.”

he Canadian Food Inspection Agency is cutting back its oversight on laws governing seeds, fertilizers and other sectors that impact farmers. While it has yet to announce the measures, changes in the administration of the Seeds Act and the Fertilizers Act are already under development. The agency wants to introduce plans, some of which have been discussed for years, to focus on its core mandate of food safety and health and turn other activities over to private groups. Among the areas undergoing change are monitoring of certified seed production and regulation of the efficacy and quality of fertilizer and supplement products. Dale Adolphe, executive director of the Canadian Seed Growers Association, says the changes “are not what we would have asked them to do.” Still, the association has been working with CFIA on developing a third-party system for certified seed certification. It’s been frustrating, he adds, “because of a lack of transparency and clarity… and uncertainty about how to do it.” The association still has a lot of unanswered questions. Ron Bonnett, president of the Canadian Federation of Agriculture, agreed there’s a lot of uncertainty surrounding CFIA’s plan even though it hopes to implement the changes by next April 1. “They’re uncertain how they’re going to go about it.” In some cases, they will need to amend

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The Manitoba Co-operator | May 24, 2012

New marketing campaign to promote Prairie-grown fruits Prairie Fruit Growers Association members launching new branding program this season By Lorraine Stevenson CO-OPERATOR STAFF

ustomers at U-picks and fruit stands this summer will spot colourful reminders about why they’re buying those raspberries, strawberries and other locally grown fruits. The Prairie Fruit Growers Association in Manitoba is launching a new fruit-branding program in a joint venture with growers in Saskatchewan and Alberta. “It’s the Taste” is the slogan growers in the three Prairie provinces affiliated with these associations can now opt to use in their marketing, with logos available to affix to signs, pails and baskets, even hats or vehicles. The brand program was developed after the Canadian Prairie Fruit Federation. Growers in the three Prairie provinces secured Advancing Canadian Agriculture and Agri-Food (ACAAF) Program funding in 2011 through the Manitoba Rural Adaptation Council (MRAC) to do market research into new ways to promote Prairie-grown fruit.

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The federation had several goals, including increasing direct-to-consumer sales by building a visual identity for Prairie-grown fruit, and increasing awareness of local fruits attributes. “It’s a way to give yourselves more visibility,” said Anthony Mintenko, Manitoba Agriculture Food and Rural Initiatives’ fruit crops business development specialist during the PFGA annual general meeting earlier this spring. The “It’s the Taste” slogan of the brand should resonate with consumers. They told market researchers that’s the main reason they buy Prairie-grown fruit. Surveys done by Black Sheep Strategy, the consulting firm hired, found 39 per cent saying they purchased Prairiegrown fruit primarily for its freshness and flavour. Others

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(28 per cent) said their main reason for buying local fruit is to support local growers while 14 per cent said they buy it because its quality is superior to anything found in stores. Those surveyed included core customers at U-picks and purchasers at farm gates, as well as fruit industry partners. The Prairie provinces are taking a cue from Eastern Canada where a brand program

called Les Fraîches du Québec was launched in 2009 in Quebec. More than 100 growers adopted that program in the first season. Waldo Thiessen, PFGA secretary said he’s pleased to see the brand program released and anticipates it will benefit fruit growers. He admitted feeling a bit skeptical when the federation first formed but not now, he said. “I think this is a major

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The Manitoba Co-operator | May 24, 2012

More transparency in local governance

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he provincial government has proposed some rule changes it says will strengthen accountability and transparency in local government decision-making. The proposed legislation follows discussions the province has held with the Office of the Auditor General, said Minister for Local Government Ron Lemieux. Bill 23 proposes a series of amendments that, among other things, would require councils notify the public about capital projects that require borrowing so the public can first have input. It would also expand existing legislation to reduce the potential for conflict-ofinterest situations when municipalities work regionally. Councils would also be required to report on how they’ve responded to any recommendations made from the Office of the Auditor General (OAG) ensuring that the public is both kept aware of recommendations and how councils are responding. Other changes include setting a code of conduct that councillors, mayors and reeves can be censured if they fail to comply, tendering and procurement policies to ensure spending decisions are objective and fair, and policy that ensures private use of municipal equipment is clear and consistently applied. Employees of regional municipal bodies would also be required to take leaves of absence before they could be nominated or elected to council and municipal council members would have to disclose in their annual statement of assets and interests all properties they own in the province, not just property they own in the municipality. These statements are available for review by the public. “It is an expectation that municipal councils, like all governments, make decisions that are in the best interests of the municipality as a whole,” said Lemieux. “This strengthens citizens’ trust and confidence in their municipal gover nments. Our government believes in accountability within all levels of government.”

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The Manitoba Co-operator | May 24, 2012

New regulations aimed at preventing well contamination Wells will need to be protected from flooding as province looks to update half-century-old well water regulations By Shannon VanRaes CO-OPERATOR STAFF

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he provincial government is overhauling Manitoba’s groundwater regulations to better protect aquifers and groundwater. Conservation and Water Stewardship Minister Gord Mackintosh made the announcement last week, the first major review of the legislation in 50 years. “I think Manitobans sometimes don’t recognize that there are well over a quarter-million people in the province who rely on well water and many of these are on our farms,” he said. “I think the greatest benefit of this legislation and the eight-point strategy will be for those who live on the farms of Manitoba.” The proposed legislation includes new responsibilities for drillers, such as having liability insurance, and would govern the sealing of old wells. Drillers would also need to be certified under the proposal, and standards for well construction will be updated. Wells will also require protection from flooding for the first time, to prevent the contamination of groundwater. “Our main concern that is being addressed by the legislation, is to ensure that when wells are drilled they are properly set back from sources of contamination, such as septic fields,” said Mackintosh. Jeff Bell, president of the Manitoba Well Water Association said the new legislation makes sense, adding his organization will continue to work with water stewardship as regulations are developed. “We’ve needed changes for a long time,” said Bell, adding more certification is required to drive a forklift than drill for water in Manitoba. But all that will change with new regulations. The province also plans to update and modernize its groundwater and well data bases, while improving maps of groundwater resources. Geothermal installers and drillers will also be affected by the proposed changes. Landowners who drill their own wells using their own equipment won’t be subject to certification or licensing. However, those wells will have to meet new construction standards. Existing wells will not be subject to new standards, but Mackintosh said an educational component of the strategy will address preventing contamination in older wells. For those in the drilling industry, it’s a move in the right direction, but there may still be drawbacks to the changes. “I think we’re pretty much in agreement with the intent of the act,” said Les Connor, general manager at Paddock Drilling

“I think Manitobans sometimes don’t recognize that there are well over a quarter-million people in the province who rely on well water and many of these are on our farms.” Gord Mackintosh

Ltd. in Brandon. “But there is some concern that some of the provisions will have unintended consequences.” One of those consequences could be higher costs, Connor said, pointing to changes around flowing wells that can be difficult and costly to bring under control. “Previously there was more or less co-operation between drilling contractors and the province, and they would do whatever was necessary to bring those wells under control,” he said. But under the proposed provisions, contractors assume sole responsibility for bringing flowing wells under control. Connor is unsure if insurance would cover such a cost. He would also like to see the sealing of wells continue to be done under the expertise of well drillers. The proposed changes allow anyone to be trained to seal unused wells. “Due to the consolidation of farming enterprises... there are historically a lot of yard sites that have been abandoned, and wells left to deteriorate,” he said, adding this can lead to groundwater contaminations. “So it is good that this is being addressed.” Overall, Connor is optimistic these issues will be resolved as the legislation moves into the regulatory phase. “The province has really shown interest in working with us on this,” said the general manager. Tory Water Stewardship critic, Ian Wishart said he will be keeping an eye on how the legislative changes are implemented, but also thinks it’s time to update regulations around groundwater protection. “There has been quite an evolution in well drilling, so yes, there is a need to look at the legislation,” he said. “And we’re prepared to work with the government to make sure we get something that works for all Manitobans.” There are currently 35,000 active wells in Manitoba, and about 1,500 new wells are dug every year. shannon.vanraes@fbcpublishing.com

The Manitoba Co-operator | May 24, 2012

ADM worried about soybean supplies

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rcher Daniels Midland Co. is “very concerned” about the potential for low U.S. soybean supplies due to a shift toward corn plantings, said Craig Huss, chief risk officer. Far mers are expected to increase corn plantings to a 75-year high this spring to take advantage of high prices, a n d t o p l a n t f e w e r a c re s of soybeans than last year, according to U.S. government estimates. “ We’r e v e r y c o n c e r n e d about it,” Huss said on a conference call with analysts in response to a question about the impact large corn plantings will have on soy supplies. Later in the call, which followed ADM’s third-quarter earnings announcement, he added that it will be “difficult to buy beans going forward.” D e c a t u r, I l l i n o i s - b a s e d ADM, one of the world’s largest grain traders and processors, is one of four large players that dominate business in agricultural markets. The others are Bunge Ltd., Cargill Inc. and Louis Dreyfus. Soybeans are in the spotlight as futures prices have climbed to their highest price in nearly four years on worries about tightening global supplies. South America’s soybean harvest has suffered due to a drought, increasing demand for U.S. soybeans. The rally in prices has likely convinced some U.S. farmers to plant acres with soybeans t h a t t h e y h a d p re v i o u s l y intended to plant with corn, Huss said on the call. That would benefit soy supplies. Fa r m e r s a l s o m a y p l a n t more acres than usual of socalled “double crop” soybeans, which are planted after winter wheat is harvested in the late spring, Huss said. “ We c o u l d s e e a n o t h e r potentially million acres of beans come back to us there,” he said.

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The Manitoba Co-Operator | May 24, 2012

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UN envoy says Canada needs a “right to food strategy” The special rapporteur on the right to food's visit marks the first time the UN has dispatched an official to investigate food insecurity in a developed country By Lorraine Stevenson co-operator staff /winnipeg

f everyone using a food bank in Manitoba lived in one place, it would be the province’s second-largest city. There are approximately 56,000 Manitobans who lack access to food because they either can’t afford it, or have nowhere to produce any themselves — or both. They are the Manitobans that Winnipeg Harvest has been trying to help for over the past 20 years — yet, hunger in Manitoba still exists, said Jody Hecht, president of the Winnipeg Harvest volunteer board of directors. Canada has yet to find ways of addressing the reasons these people are without food, she said. “In a country where there is universal access to health care, why is there not universal access to food?” Those kinds of remarks are what United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Right to Food Olivier De Schutter heard this month on an 11-day visit to Canada which included an afternoon spent at the Winnipeg food bank headquarters. He also visited several Manitoba First Nations communities. Hundreds gathered May 13 in the “potato room” of the Winnipeg Harvest facilities, where donated vegetables from Manitoba farmers are sorted for redistribution to hungry families across Manitoba. They were there to describe the spectre of hunger as it is both witnessed and experienced around the province. “I really do think we live in a food apartheid in Winnipeg,” said Rebecca Blaikie, who was one of dozens who spoke on behalf of agencies they work for, or from personal experience.

Lifelong effects

An outreach worker with Community Education Development Association in Winnipeg, Blaikie sees inner-city schoolchildren arrive hungry at school every day, and how their ability to learn is compromised as a result. “If you cross the bridge (to Winnipeg’s south end) it’s a whole other scene,” she said. “I just think most people don’t know how different it is, or about this lack of accessibility to healthy food in Winnipeg’s north end.” De Schutter’s visit marks the first time the UN has dispatched an envoy to a developed country to investigate food insecurity. This “mission in a rich country,” he told the Winnipeg crowd, was being undertaken because of the country’s duel problems of lack of access to food by Canada’s poorest families and the growing number of Canadians now ill because of the kind of diets they consume. “Canada has long been seen as a land of plenty,” he said in a news release on the last day of his visit. “Yet today one in 10 families with a child under six is unable to meet their daily food needs.”

Structural hunger

Many Canadians may not, however, see nor even understand this issue of “structural hunger,” he said while in Winnipeg. “Yet, structural hunger is something that can be avoided. It is a matter of political will, requires political accountability and it’s not just a technical question but a question of social justice, of redistributive social policies. A rich country such as Canada needs to do more.” At his Ottawa press conference, De Schutter spoke of his visit revealing a state of barriers to food in Canada.

Olivier De Schutter, the UN special rapporteur on the right to food, listens to presentations at Winnipeg Harvest on May 13 as part of his 11-day visit to Canada. photo: lorraine Stevenson

“Canada has long been seen as a land of plenty. Yet today one in 10 families with a child under six is unable to meet their daily food needs.”

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“What I’ve seen in Canada is a system that presents barriers to the poor to access nutritious diets and that tolerates increased inequalities between rich and poor, and Aboriginal and nonAboriginal peoples,” he said. “Canada is much admired for its achievement in the area of human rights, which it has championed for many years. But hunger and access to adequate diets, too, are human rights issues — and here much remains to be done.” In his report, the special rapporteur cites the country’s export-led policies in agriculture as part of the problem and calls for new types of agri-food systems that make food more widely accessible. “A thriving small-scale farming sector is essential to local food systems,” he said. However, no singular approach will deal with lack of food access, he stressed, adding that poverty and the fact many Canadians are too poor to afford good food is also part of the problem. “It is not one food crisis we are confronted with, as if the question of hunger in this country was one of inadequate production,” he said.

Strategy needed

In his report tabled May 16 De Schutter said Canada is in need of “a national right to food strategy.” National strategies improve co-ordination between relevant government ministers, monitor and identify threats to the right to ade-

quate food, and allow governments to do longterm planning on food issues. He also made note of the initiatives across the “by various sets of stakeholders” to develop such a strategy. Food Secure Canada’s Resetting The Table a proposal for food policy in Canada released last year is one of them. Food Secure Canada executive director Diana Bronson called the UN envoy’s visit “a landmark event” and said she hoped this will spur development of such a strategy. “We need a national food strategy that looks at health, economics and the environmental impacts,” she said, adding that many grassroots initiatives and policy tools are poised to advance such an approach. De Schutter met with a large number of diverse groups while in Canada including Aboriginal municipal and provincial authorities. While in Manitoba, he met with ministers of Aboriginal and Northern Affairs, Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives, Family Services, Healthy Living, Seniors and Consumer Affairs. He also met with federal political NDP Leader Thomas Mulcair and Bob Rae, interim leader of the Liberal party and Health Minister Leona Aglukkaq, who, media reports said, only agreed to meet with him “at the last minute.” Other media reported that the federal Conservatives were not impressed by the UN envoy’s visit, billing it as a “a waste of UN money.” Federal Immigration Minister Jason Kennedy was quoted in the Globe and Mail describing the visit as “completely ridiculous,” and a waste of UN resources. “Canada is one of the wealthiest and most democratic countries in the world. We believe that the UN should focus on development… in countries where people are starving,” he said. De Schutter will present his final report to a forthcoming session of the Human Rights Council in 2013. lorraine@fbcpublishing.com

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ou’re probably seeing more gluten-free products on your store shelves lately. But while all those new pastas, breads and cereals help those with a diagnosis of celiac disease or gluten sensitivity manage their complicated eating plan, they aren’t the most nutritious foods they could be eating. As a leading nutrition expert on celiac and the gluten-free diet points out, gluten-free does not mean nutritious. Many of these products are made of refined white rice flour, and potato, tapioca or cornstarch which are low in fibre and other nutrients. Some also contain higher amounts of fat, sugar and calories. “It is possible to eat a gluten-free diet and be healthy,” says Shelley Case, a Regina-based registered dietitian, author and speaker. But that means not only “shopping the perimeter” of grocery stores, to ensure you’re eating enough lean meat, vegetables and low-fat dairy products, but adding in more pulses, gluten-free whole grains, and flax and oats from certified processors of pure, uncontaminated oats. It’s the latter areas that Case is emphasizing, finding that many on gluten-free diets are unaware of the health benefits these foods offer. “The two areas I’m focusing on trying to get people eating healthier on the gluten-free diet is using more pulses and looking for more healthier whole grains, which includes the gluten-free oats,” she said.

Why pulses?

Pulses are naturally gluten free, but they are also a good source of B vitamins and various minerals, and, unlike the ingredients gluten-free foods have historically been made of, pulses are high in fibre and plant protein too. Case collaborated with Pulse Canada in the development of Pulses and the Gluten-Free Diet — Cooking with Beans, Peas, Lentils and Chickpeas which includes a variety of recipes, including many baked products using pulse flours (see the following reci-

Because whole grains are good for everyone, regardless of their dietary restrictions, says Case. Studies show eating whole grains — which is when the bran, germ and endosperm is consumed — lowers risk of developing many chronic diseases. Wheat is a whole grain food, but there are many options for those who can’t tolerate wheat gluten in their diet. Case recommends those on glutenfree diets consume more coloured rice (black, brown, red) as well as teff, millet and sorghum as well as the “pseudo grains” of buckwheat, amaranth and quinoa. She also highly recommends more flax and oats, although reminds that those who can't eat gluten must consume only pure, uncontaminated oats purchased from companies specializing in them. However, many on the gluten-free diet are unaware of these foods’ potential, says Case. She recently headed a study that analyzed the food records of 24 persons on gluten-free diets. They found many diets were missing basic nutrients. “That’s telling us that the gluten-free diet, is what we suspected,” she said. “It is not always as healthy as it should be.” May is Celiac Awareness Month. According to the Canadian Celiac Association an estimated one in 133 persons in Canada are affected but only about three per cent of these know they have the disease. There is also a condition known as non-celiac gluten sensitivity which is estimated to affect an additional six per cent of the population. The only treatment for both is a strict lifelong, gluten-free diet.

RESOURCES:

Canadian Celiac Association www.celiac.ca Manitoba chapter (CCA) 123 St. Anne’s Road Winnipeg, Manitoba R2M 2Z1 phone: 204-772-6979 email: office@manitobaceliac.com

Adding whole grains to a gluten-free diet

hole grains add chewy texture, intriguing flavour, visual appeal and greater variety to gluten-free meals. They can be an extra ingredient... or a replacement... or stand alone, as shown below: • Add cooked buckwheat, oat groats, steel-cut oats, quinoa, sorghum or wild rice to rice pilaf. • Enrich soups with cooked brown rice, buckwheat, oat groats, quinoa, sorghum or wild rice. • Boost nutritional content of brownies, cakes and cookies with 1⁄4 cup cooked amaranth or teff. • Sprinkle cooked whole grains over mixed green salads. • Toss cooked whole grains with gluten-free pasta. Source: Excerpted from Whole Grains and the Gluten-Free Diet written by Carol Fenster, author of 1,000 Gluten-Free Recipes and Shelley Case, author of Gluten-Free Diet: A Comprehensive Resource Guide, August, 2011.

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3-1⁄2 c. gluten-free store-bought vegetable broth, such as Imagine No-Chicken 1 c. whole-grain millet 1 tbsp. chopped fresh rosemary 1⁄2 tsp. sea salt 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 small onion, diced 1 celery rib, diced 1⁄4 c. dried cranberries 1⁄4 c. sherry vinegar 2 tbsp. agave nectar or honey 1⁄2 c. seedless green or red grapes 1⁄4 c. walnuts, coarsely chopped Salt and pepper to taste

In a medium, heavy saucepan, bring the broth to a boil. Add the millet, rosemary and salt and cook, covered, over low heat until the grains are soft, about 35 to 40 minutes. Drain any excess liquid. Meanwhile, in a large, heavy saucepan heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and celery and cook, covered, over medium-low heat about five minutes, or just until the vegetables are somewhat softened. Add the cooked millet mixture, cranberries, vinegar and agave to the saucepan and stir to coat the grains thoroughly. Stir in grapes and walnuts, and add salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm. Serves 4. Source: Reprinted with permission from 125 Gluten-Free Vegetarian Recipes by Carol Fenster, PhD (Avery/Penguin Group, 2011)

Blueberry-Lemon Quick Bread 3⁄4 c. yellow pea flour 3⁄4 c. brown rice flour blend* 3⁄4 c. sugar, plus 1 tbsp. for topping 1 tbsp. baking powder 1 tsp. xanthan gum 3⁄4 tsp. table salt 1 c. milk of choice, room temperature 1⁄2 c. canola oil 1 tsp. vanilla 2 large eggs, room temperature 3 tsp. lemon zest, divided 1 c. fresh or frozen blueberries 1⁄2 c. sliced almonds, plus 1 tbsp. for topping (optional)

Place rack in middle of oven. Preheat oven to 375 F. Generously grease an 8x4-inch non-stick metal loaf pan. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the yellow pea flour, rice flour blend, 3⁄4 cup sugar, baking powder, xanthan gum and salt until well blended. With electric mixer on low speed, beat in milk, oil, vanilla, eggs and 2 tsp. zest until batter thickens slightly, about 30 seconds. Mix in blueberries and almonds (if desired). Spread batter evenly in pan. Combine remaining sugar, lemon zest and almonds (if desired) and press on top of bread. Let stand for 10 minutes. Bake until loaf browns and a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean, about 55 to 60 minutes. Lay a sheet of foil over loaf after first 20 to 30 minutes to prevent overbrowning. Cool bread in pan on wire rack for 10 minutes, then remove bread from pan and cool completely on the wire rack. Makes 12 servings. Prep time: 10 minutes. Baking time: 55 to 60 minutes. *To make a brown rice flour blend 1-1⁄2 c. brown rice flour 1-1⁄2 c. potato starch 1 c. tapioca flour (also called tapioca starch)

Blend thoroughly. Store, tightly closed, in dark, dry place. Source: Pulses and the Gluten-Free Diet — Cooking with Beans, Peas, Lentils and Chickpeas. www.pulsecanada.com

The Manitoba Co-Operator | May 24, 2012

COUNTRY CROSSROADS

Silt deposits in Kiche Manitou Campground. PHOTOS: DONNA GAMACHE

Flood line on trees in Beaudry Park.

MANITOBA PARKS: After the flood Some areas still closed so check before you visit By Donna Gamache Freelance contributor

or some Manitobans, last summer’s flood is just a memory. But for farmers and property owners along the Assiniboine River, Lake Manitoba and some other regions, the effects of the flood are still very evident — and this applies to several of our provincial parks, as well. Some parks remain closed for the foreseeable future, in particular St. Ambroise Provincial Park, on the east side of Lake Manitoba, where most of the campground and park infrastructure were destroyed. Engineering and insurance assessments are still underway there, and no decisions have been made on redeveloping it. Watchorn Provincial Park, farther north, is in a similar situation. Parks in other areas of the province, such as the one at Rivers, fared somewhat better last year and are set to open in May. Some will open partially, although flood effects are still very evident. At Beaudry Park, a day-use park just

to the west of Headingley, the effects of the flood can be clearly seen. My husband and I visited there near the end of April and were able to enjoy an hour-long walk on the trails, but watermarks on the trees clearly show last year’s flood level. A greyness seems to envelop the lower part of the trails and forest. Perhaps by the end of this summer, things may return to normal there, but the vegetation is slow to come back. Will the ferns and grass recover? Will the trees live or die? It’s hard to answer these questions yet. One park which will be only partially open again this year is Spruce Woods. Hiking trails such as those to the Spirit Sands and Epinette Creek are accessible, and the Spirit Sands Wagon Outfitters — which provides wagon rides into the desert — plans to operate. Other sections of the park fared much worse. Work on the normal access road from Highway 5 is starting but at Kiche Manitou Campground, the lower campground was destroyed. It remains a disaster area, with all buildings beyond repair,

and a thick layer of silt lying everywhere. This part of the campground will not be used. No decision has yet been made on rebuilding the washrooms and administration building at the lower level. How many of the trees in this once-beautiful area will survive is not yet known, but it is feared that many will not recover. The upper campground and the yurts are usable, as they were last summer. Plans are underway to convert Bay 11, previously used for group use, into 42 basic campsites, and to convert the former overflow area into regular campsites, once the road is repaired. Fortunately, some work on renovating the beach occurred over the winter — with about eight to 10 centimetres of silt removed — and the cleanup is continuing. A provincial spokesperson said that it is hoped a temporary road to the beach will be available by July 1, with the Visitors’ Centre, the pedestrian bridge to the beach, and the Pine Fort facilities open by then. The Friends of Spruce Wood organization is also planning to

open. In other areas of the province, Lundar Beach had some of its lower sites flooded in 2011, and road access was also affected. Repairs are scheduled to begin there this spring, so it is hoped the campground can reopen later. At Manipogo Campground, repairs will begin this spring with plans to reopen it later. Repairs at Rainbow Beach on Lake Dauphin began last fall. The campground was not affected and will open May 11, but repairs at the beach are ongoing. Before you choose where to camp or visit, check out the Manitoba parks website at: http://www.gov.mb.ca/ conservation/parks/. Also, remember that the entrance fee has been reinstated this year. Purchase a seasonal pass ($30) at various locations throughout the province, or buy a day pass ($4) valid until midnight on the day of purchase, or a casual pass ($8) valid for three consecutive days, as you enter. Donna Gamache writes from MacGregor, Man.

What causes evergreens to brown? If you apply treatments be sure you know what you’re treating NDSU Agriculture Communication

here are several reasons for browning needles on evergreens, whether they turn completely brown or have needles with brown tips and green bases. “There are several potential causes, but the correct cause may be difficult to determine,” says Joe Zeleznik, North Dakota State University Extension Service forester. “Insects, diseases, flooding or mild winter temperatures may all play a part. Applying treatments to fix the trees may not work, especially if the exact cause is not determined.” Symptoms cover a wide range. In some cases, almost the whole tree is brown or it’s brown just on one side of the tree. On spruce trees, it might only be the needles that are underneath the branches that are affected, but

Just because needles were killed doesn’t necessarily mean that the tree is dead because the buds still may be alive. ©THINKSTOCK

not those on top of the branches. Sometimes just the needle tip is damaged but the rest of the needle is mostly green. The reason that the symptoms are so varied is that the potential causes are so diverse:

• A traditional example of winter injury is when needles above the snowpack are brown, while those below the snowpack are green. • Another cause is when sunny, warm days in late winter or

early spring coincide with frozen soil. During this time, the trees lose water through their needles but can’t replace it because the ground is frozen. Tissues then dry and die. • In other instances, the warm weather may cause trees to deharden too early. Then, when cold weather returns, some trees can’t reharden quickly enough, so the needles die. • Tree health during the previous summer also affects a tree’s response to winter extremes. For example, aphid or mite damage might not be noticed during the summer but shows up the following spring. • Lack of insulating snow cover can cause damage to the root system of a tree. “Nothing can be done directly to fix trees that are suffering from

winter injury,” Zeleznik says. “The only thing to do is minimize the stresses that the trees face during the upcoming growing season. Also, just because needles were killed doesn’t necessarily mean that the tree is dead because the buds still may be alive.” While environmental damage such as winter injury or flooding may be causes, insect and disease issues may also be playing a part. “Several items are important to remember when treating trees,” Zeleznik says. “Make sure you know what insect or disease you are treating. If you don’t, the treatment is a waste of time and money. Timing is critical because applying a treatment at the wrong time will not work and is a waste. Always follow all label directions when applying pesticides.”

The Manitoba Co-Operator | May 24, 2012

COUNTRY CROSSROADS

Passionate about

Rodeo

Oak River cowgirl has been riding horses for most of her life By Darrell Nesbitt Freelance contributor

uietness may be a trait of a young Oak River, Manitoba girl, but only until you get her talking about the sport of rodeo. Ni n e y e a r s a g o, Ha n n a Kristjanson enjoyed the company of her first pony, Miss Kitty, and started leisurely riding at the age of four. Prior to becoming an avid rodeo cowgirl, she could be found on the backs of hunter/ jumper horses as a member of the Brandon Pony Club. Crazy about horses, the 13-year-old daughter of David Kristjanson and Deb Anderson looked at the Manitoba High School Rodeo Association (MHSRA) as a great avenue to make new friends while still having the opportunity to cherish horsemanship. Joining in the fall of 2010, the junior high cowgirl competed solely in pole bending and barrel racing. However, it wasn’t long before she added goat tying and ribbon roping to her competitive skills and is aiming to add breakaway roping in the not too distant future. “My favourite event is pole bending because I like weaving through the poles at a fast pace and I like the challenge of having to leave six objects stand-

ing rather than three in terms of barrels,” said Kristjanson. “Pole bending is also my horse Deuce’s best event, and that just adds to the fun.” The MHSRA is not all about competition, as prior to a student having that opportunity to compete in various communities across the province, he or she must keep their grade averages up. Students can also be rewarded. “I am very proud to be named to the Cinch All Star Team,” said Kristjanson. “This means I, along with other team members, had to be in the top 10 in the standings and a grade point average of 86 per cent.” One of the stipulations of being on Team Cinch is that students must be in good standing in their state/province association and the National High School Rodeo Association. There is only one spot on the all-star team for each event. The academic selection is taken from the top 10 rodeo competitors who must have a minimum average mark of 86 per cent. A committee then looks over the report cards of the eligible students and makes a final selection (one boy, one girl) based on their academic standing. Along with her parents, Kristjanson is very grateful

to MHSRA president Andrea Graham of Carberry for her support in showing her the basics of rodeo and finding a couple great barrel horses in Deuce, a 13-year-old black quarter-horse and Bill, a 20-year-old grade buckskin, who makes for a great backup mount. Support is one positive step in success. Another is a favourite rodeo competitor, who is a star in the eyes of a young life. For Kristjanson, her top female rodeo athlete is Alberta cowgirl, Sierra Stoney, a five-time Canadian Finals Rodeo qualifier, Calgary Stampede qualifier, and Canadian Professional Rodeo Association season leader in barrel racing. Stoney is a vivacious young woman with an inspiring set of dreams. Starting her barrel-racing career at a young age, her homegrown commitment to her goals has provided the foundation for an exciting, passionate career. Having her own set of dreams as well, Kristjanson is finding that high school rodeo encourages dedication, teamwork, responsibility, determination and above all positive friendships. Currently enrolled in Grade 7 at Rivers Collegiate, Kristjanson is active in many different sports and activities, along with rodeo. The avid athlete plays volleyball,

Gardening in the shade

Hanna Kristjanson joined MHSRA in 2010 and has been riding horses since she was four. PHOTO: COURTESY ACTION PLUS PHOTO

basketball, hockey and baseball, as well as playing the piano. Being involved in sports from a team or individual perspective comes challenges and acceptance. In any sport travelling is all part of the game, however, Kristjanson knows full well that each stretch of the road travelled can lead to bigger and better achievements. After the first half of the 201112 season that wrapped up in October, Kristjanson sat in second place in pole bending, fourth in barrels and sixth in goat tying. With the second half kicking off in April, the Oak River native is aiming for an opportunity to experience Nationals in New Mexico and also the Canadian High School Rodeo Finals, once again being hosted by Manitoba in Virden, this summer. Giving back to a non-profit

organization that gives so much to each male or female student who is passionate about the sport of high school rodeo, Kristjanson and her best friend Baylee Graham of Carberry are there when needed. “I think it’s important to be an event director, because there are many different jobs to get done at a high school rodeo,” said Kristjanson. “Myself, along with everybody else needs to do their share to present a positive image to hosting committees.” With the tasks being shared since its incorporation in 1995, the MHSRA has steadily grown over the years, showcasing an avenue of roping and riding of a talented group of student athletes. Darrell Nesbitt writes from Shoal Lake, Man.

Reader’s Photos

Many plants will actually thrive in shady areas National Garden Bureau There are many garden plants that can not only survive, but thrive in the shade, like annuals such as begonia, lobelia and sweet potato and perennials such as astilbe, bleeding heart and hosta. If you have a shady area, here’re some tips:  Shade gardening often means trying to plant among established trees and shrubs where digging around roots can be troublesome. In that case, starting with smaller transplants will be easier so you won’t have to dig as large a hole. 

Just because it’s shady doesn’t mean you

won’t need to water as often. Oftentimes, those trees can suck up available moisture leaving your plants thirsty. 

And yes, those trees can provide instant mulch in the fall but if you fail to shred the leaves before spreading them as mulch, you might end up with a matted mess that allows diseases and pests to thrive.

 To

brighten shady areas use lightcoloured flowers such as white, light pink or palest blues. Dark colours tend to get “lost” in shady areas.

Founded in 1920, the National Garden Bureau is a non-profit organization.

All ready for feathered guests. PHOTO: EVA KRAWCHUK

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Reston

Arborg

Lundar

Rapid City Virden

St. Pierre

242

Morris Winkler Morden

Altona

Steinbach

Red River

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HART’s AUCTION SERVICE

Land, House & Farm machinery auction for Estate of Bruce Crocker Saturday, June 2, 11AM

Directions: 6.5 kms South of Camperville, MB on Hwy #20, 10 kms West on Hwy #489

Antique Auto & Tractor Auction for Edwin & Rita Friesen Saturday, June 9/12 • 11:00AM Neepawa, MB, Canada

Directions: From jct of Hwy #5 & #16 (on east side of Neepawa), 2 miles east on Hwy#16. Watch for signs. Owner’s Ph#: 204-476-2679. Restored Vehicles & Parts: • 1941 Ford 1 ton truck # t5963,4 spd trans,239 v8, 7795 miles • 1951 Ford Mercury 3/4 ton truck, w/ flathead 239 v8 ,4 spd trans,53,669 miles,pto w/ hoist #pfa83bhp32904 • 1928 Ford Model A Special Coupe,rumble seat #CA13457 • 1928 Ford Model A, 2 dr, good running cond • 1952 Chevy Half Ton,51,906 miles,Chevy 1300,235 6 cyl valve in head engine,3 speed column shift,#2131405772 • 1978 VW Rabbit convertible, new top, not running • collection of vehicle licence plates (1913-current) • 1928 Ford Model A open cab truck #cat512 • Model A motor running, overhauled • 2)flathead V8 motors, all parts • Model A rear end & transmission • Model B transmission • Model A wheels • Model A trunk *2)1940’s Ford 4spd transmissions • 1941 Ford 1 ton truck grill • 1951 Mercury truck hood • Ford flathead V8 motor • 1952 Chevy radiator • 2) Chevy trunks • 1940’s-1950’s Ford tailgate *1990 Chevrolet Hearse, as is • Tractors: • Cockshutt model #1950, 453 GM dsl engine, completely restored, parade ready, call: (204) 476-6314 for info • 1948 John Deere Model M, fully restored, parade ready, call: (204) 476-6314 for info • 1951 W6 live hyd, 540 pto #40285 • 1954 Super W6,540 pto,#80810 • Misc: • 1966 JD 110 lawn tractor mower/tiller • tools • 3ph mower fits Ford 8N • Antiques: • McCormick 3 hp stationary engine, running • McCormick 1.5 hp stationary engine, running • Fairbanks Morris 2 hp stationary engine • Canadian Stover stationary engine, fp • JD #4 horsedrawn mower, working • wagon box on homemade trailer See web for full listing & pictures John Lamport 204-476-2067 Tim Dowler 204-803-6915 www.lamportanddowler.com

AUCTION SALES Manitoba Auctions – Westman 652 hrs

AUCTION SALES Manitoba Auctions – Westman

UNRESERVED RETIREMENT FARM AUCTION for McTAVISH FARMS DIRECTIONS: The sale will be held at The Cardale Community Baseball Grounds right along the highway on the north edge of the town of Cardale, MB. Cardale is located on highway #355 a half hour north west of Brandon, MB.

Riverton Eriksdale

McCreary

Gimli

Shoal Lake

Hamiota

FOR SALE: 1919 10-18 Case tractor. It was recently painted. In parade condition. It is shedded in rural MB. Asking $20,000 OBO. Eleanor Loewen (204)256-2170.

Ashern

Parkland

Birtle

AUCTION SALES Manitoba Auctions – Westman

CARDALE, MB. - Friday JUNE 8, 2012 12:00 PM

Winnipegosis

Roblin

Russell

ANTIQUES Antiques For Sale

Parkland – North of Hwy 1; west of PR 242, following the west shore of Lake Manitoba and east shore of Lake Winnipegosis. Westman – South of Hwy 1; west of PR 242. Interlake – North of Hwy 1; east of PR 242, following the west shore of Lake Manitoba and east shore of Lake Winnipegosis. Red River – South ofHwy 1; east of PR 242.

Tractors: • JD 2750 MFWD w/ JD 245 SL FEL • JD 4030 • MF165, 3 PTH • AC 2 10 • Deutz D-40.2 dsl Haying: • JD 530 rd Baler • Laurier 2 arm, 12 bale picker • Vicon H1050 9 wh rake Vehicles: • 03 Ford XLT F-150, 4x4, saftied • Suzuki 300 King Quad • Alum Boat Horse Equip: • Horse drawn Democrat, very nice • Horse drawn cult, disc, mower & wagons • Some tack Land and House: • Excellent recreational property. Parcel 1 -160 acres of hay and pasture land NW 4-34-20W RM of Mountain. • Parcel 2-1989 30x40 2 bedroom bungalow on wood basement. Parcels will be sold separately and then offered together. Pics, term and conditions on www.hartsauctions.ca

Sale Conducted by: Hart’s Auction Service Minitonas, Manitoba (204)525-2244 Randy (204)734-8624 or Cody (204)281-2483 AUCTION SALES Manitoba Auctions – Westman AUCTION SALE on Sun., May 27th, 10:00am at the Souris Curling Rink for Marshall McMorris & Guest Consignors. Large bell collection; several horse & wagon sets; collectable dishware; lanterns; collector coins; several collectable & antique clocks; yellow tea rose & tranquility china; roll-top desk; oak round table; dining room suite; bubble gum machine; bugle; lots of household- fridge; dryer; liftchair & much more. Antiques sell around noon, Household in morning. Miller Auctions Inc. (204)649-2366. www.globalauctionguide.com CONSIGNMENT AUCTION SALE of Farm & Cattle equip; tools; vehicles; lawn & garden at Heartland Auction Mart Yard Virden, MB. Sat., June 23rd 10:00am. Please consign asap. Internet advertised. Call Miller Auctions, Coulter MB, (204)649-2366. www.globalauctionguide.com

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ORDER OF SALE: There is no miscellaneous selling at this sale so please be there prior to sale time to register for a bidding number and be ready to go at 12:00 noon. AUCTIONEERS NOTE: McTavish Farms has sold their farm land and wish to offer up this good line of well kept farm equipment by Unreserved Auction. The equipment is in very nice condition and most has been shedded. Don’t miss this good retirement sale. TRACTOR: * 2001 JD 9400 4wd 425hp w/4 remote hyd, return line, diff lock, 24 spd std trans, 710R42 duals, ground speed radar, 3800hrs showing * 1980 IH 4386 4wd 230 HP w/3 remote hyd, return line, Hi/Low trans, 18.4-38 duals, 3895hrs showing * 1980 MF 2775 2wd w/3 remote hyd, 1000 PTO, 8 spd std trans, 38” duals (rubber 90%), 4500hrs showing * Buhler 895 FEL w/ Fork & Bucket (mounts to MF 2775) * 1961 JD 1010 w/ 6’ Woods belly mounted mower (Restored) s/n23479 (motor redone in 2009) * IHC Farmall M (Restored) w/ 8’ JD mounted mower HARVESTING EQUIPMENT: * 1990 JD 9600 Combine w/JD 914 pickup, long auger, tires were recently replaced, 4400 eng hrs showing, 3500 sep hrs showing * 1990 25’ JD 925 St/Cut header w/bat reels, 4 wheel transport * 1986 IH 1480 sp combine w/4100hrs showing * 2000 25’ MacDon 9250 swather w/972 MacDon header, pick up reels, single spd hydro, dbl swath, 2400hrs showing * 1986 30’ JD 2360 swather (gas) w/pick up reel, dbl swath, 3600hrs showing * 8’ Flexi Coil Swath Roller SEED & TILLAGE: * 1994 48’Bourgault 8800 air seeder w/Bourgault 3165 air tank, 8” spacing, 330lbs trips, mounted harrows * 2010 16’ Frontier (Kellough made) off set disc w/18” blades (like new has done less than 150 acres) * 31 ½’ IHC 490 tandem disc * 82’ Vicon 3810LT pt Sprayer w/800 gal Tank, chem mix tank * 53’ Herman Harrows * 82’ Flexi Coil System 82 harrows * 39’ IHC 5500 tillage w/NH3 Kit * 1989 48’CaseIH 310 disc seeders (3 – 16’s) very nice condition * Degelman ground drive rotary stone picker * 60’ Ag Shield pt sprayer w/hyd pump, foam markers TRUCKS: * 1985 Ford 700 s/a w/16’ Cancade grain box, tarp, 429 gas, 5+2 Trans, SAFTIED * 1975 GMC 6000 s/a w/12’ grain box, 360 gas, 4+2 Trans HAYING: * Vermeer 605 Super J rd baler * 1998 16’ JD 1600A moco GRAIN HANDLING: * Brandt 5000 grain vac (like new only 54hours showing) * 13”x70’ Brandt swing hopper auger * 8”x46’ Farm King auger w/18hp Kohler * 14’ Brandt drill fill * 50’ diameter temporary bin ring w/tarp LIVESTOCK RELATED ITEMS: * Coral Panels (10’ & 12’) * Cattle Oiler * Round Bale Feeder * Portable Trough

FOR MORE INFO CONTACT Terry McTavish 204-365-0041

RETIREMENT FARM AUCTION for KEN & JOYCE BARLOW of BRANDON, MB. - TUESDAY JUNE 12, 2012 11:00 AM DIRECTIONS: From Jct #10 & #353 hwys (Brookdale Road) East 3.2kms on hwy #353 to road #106 (Humeville Rd.) North 2.5kms on road #106 to sale site on east side of road. (Watch for signs) ORDER OF SALE: This sale has very little misc selling. Please plan to come right at eleven o’clock as you don’t want to miss the opportunity to buy these good quality items. AUCTIONEERS NOTE: The Barlows are retiring from farming and are offering their very well kept line up of equipment and livestock related items for public auction. The Barlows are very well known and well respected farmers in the area and were voted “2010 Manitoba Commercial Angus Breeders of the year”. Plan to attend this sale of well kept equipment. TRACTORS: * 2007 JD 6430 MFWD 95hp w/JD673 SL loader, bucket, grapple, joystick, bucket teeth, loader suspension, 24 spd pwr quad Hi spd trans, LH shuttle, 3pt, sunroof, loader light pkg, 2 remote hyd, dual PTO, 18.4R38 rear, 16.9R26 front, 2790hrs showing * Deutz 9150 2wd 150hp w/3pt, dual PTO, pwr shift, 3 remote hyd, 20.8-38 duals, 5153hrs showing * 1953 Farmall Super WD6 * 1950 Farmall C * 1947 Farmall BN HARVEST EQUIPMENT: * 1997 25’ CaseIH 8220 pt swather w/batt reel, * 1987 JD 7721 Titan II pt combine w/dual range cyl, Air Foil sieves, 1000 PTO, plates for dropping straw * 7’ poly swath roller * Labtronics 919 moisture tester w/scale * (17) crop lifters HAYING EQUIPMENT & FORAGE SEED: * 2006 16’ NH 1475 mower conditioner w/HS16 header, 1000 pump * 2002 JD 567 rd baler w/Mega wide hyd lift pick-up, pwr feed, 1000 PTO, 10547 bales * (1) bag of Alfalfa seed * (1) bag of grass seed (40% Smooth Brome – 40% Fleet Meadow Brome – 10% Tall Fescue – 10% Intermediate Wheat Grass)TRUCK, TRAILER, & WAGONS: * 1975 Dodge 600 s/a grain truck w/14’ steel B+H, 361 eng, 5+2 trans, approx 110,000 miles * 2006 Blue Hills 18’x6 ½’ t/a stock trailer w/partition gate, front escape door * Huskee 335 gravity grain wagon w/approx 335bus cap * 20’ bale deck on 5 ton Inland wagon AUGERS & GRAIN DRYER: * 46’x7” Brandt auger w/18hp B+S ES engine * 40’x7” Brandt auger w/16hp Kohler ES engine, Wheat Heart bin sweep * Tox-O-Wik 370 propane grain dryer w/PTO fan * poly auger hoppers * 10’x4” drill fill auger w/spout * 11’x5” Brandt auger w/hyd drive, spout * Brandt tailgate drill fill AREATION FANS: * 5hp Keho aeration fan * 3hp Chicago aeration fan * 3 cross section system of aeration tubing SEED & TILLAGE EQUIPMENT: * 27’ Morris Magnum III w/3 bar harrows * 28’ IH 7200 hoe press drills w/factory transport, markers, rubber press wheels * 16’ Ezee-On 400 tandem disc w/smooth 24” blades * 60’ Brandt 420 pt field sprayer w/1000 pump * 70’ Laurier hyd harrows w/500gal tank, pump, booms, 5 bar harrows, good tines * 25 ½’ CCIL tillage w/3 bar harrows * fork type stone picker * 9 section diamond harrows * 35’ Mole Hill Leveller (Morris Chisel plow with grader blades on back) LIVESTOCK RELATED EQUIPMENT: * 2002 Hagedorn 275 Hydra-Spread t/a manure spreader w/1000 PTO, hyd push off, dbl beaters * Linden trailer type post pounder * self feeder for calves * (2) 12’ in fence cattle feeders * mineral feeders * (3) stock water troughs * floating water heaters * calf sleigh * calf puller * calf scale w/head gate * new fence posts * rail ties * Assortment of livestock and vet supplies * 20’ bale elevator w/wheels, electric motor TANKS & PUMPS: * 1250gal poly water tank * 850gal poly water tank * 300gal fuel tank & stand * 3” Honda 6.5hp water pump * 2” Hyspec 5.5hp water pump (3yrs old) * Approx 1100’ water hose TOOLS & MISC: * Karcher pressure washer * shank straightener * Assortment of farm related hand tools * (2) 9hp B+S engines * chain hoist * car ramps * vise * logging chains * tow cables * gear oil pump* barrel pump * hyd cyl * (2) electric motors * (2) 20.8R38 used radial tractor tires* 9.00-20 truck tire & rim * implement tire & rim * NEW wood stove * roller chain and connectors #40 - #50 - #60 * roll pin kit * cotter key kit * batteries * bolt bin loaded * beam scale * shop creeper * traps * (2) wall mount gun racks * rail iron CULVERTS: * (1) 42”x14’ * (2) 42”x12’ * (1) 24”x12’ * (2) 18”x10’ GOLF CART: * Columbia 4 wheel gas golf cart

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT OWNERS KEN & JOYCE BARLOW 204-728-7176 Not responsible for errors in description. Subject to additions and or deletions. Property owners and Fraser Auction Service not responsible for any accidents. GST & PST where applicable. TERMS: Cash or cheque. NOTE: cheques of $50,000 or more must be accompanied by bank letter of credit.

Sale conducted by FRASER AUCTION SERVICE 1-800-483-5856 www.fraserauction.com

DEE ZEE FARMS LTD. WAWAneSA, MB PReMiuM FARM ReTiReMenT AuCTion Tuesday, June 12th, 2012, 11:00 a.m. Location: Located 3 miles north of Wawanesa, 1 mile west.

• 2004 JD 9420 diesel 4WD, 4 spool hyd., 24 speed trans., Deluxe Cab, Green Star Ready, Firestone 710 X R42 radial duals, only 1302 hrs. • 1997 JD 8100 diesel MFWD Row Crop tractor, 3 SCV, 3 pt., 16 spd. P/shift trans., Deluxe Cab, 3 P.T.O. sizes, • 18.4 X 46 radial duals, 3810 hrs. • 2007 JD Universal auto trac system – 2600 Touch Pad display, fits any make and model of equip. • JD 1830 diesel w/roll canopy, 3 pt., 8 spd. trans., w/J.D. 146 F.E. loader, 540 P.T.O., 4040 hrs. • 2006 JD 9760 STS Combine, w/2006 J.D. 615 P pick-up header w/ Deluxe header control, Bullet rotor, harvest monitor w/yield &moisture, fine cut s/chopper, Green Star Ready, 652 threshing hours, immaculate. • 2006 JD 930D Draper header w/30 ft. draper cutting, 30 ft. poly tine pick-up reel. • 2004 Premier 2952 S.P. 30 ft. Windrower, w/Premier 972 – 30 ft. poly tine pick-up reel, Cummins engine, Hi & Low hydrostatic trans., just 328 machine hrs. – Premium. Special Note:- Payment terms offered on Combine, Draper header and Windrower, 20% down on Sale Day w/remainder due August 1st, 2012. • JD Model 650 Grain Cart w/ Shur-lock roll tarp. • 1998 Peterbuilt Model 385 Tandem Truck, Cat G10- 335 hp. engine, 10 spd. trans., w/Midland Unibody 19 ft. x 8 ½ ft. box, Saftied. • 1996 Western Star highway tractor, Cat 3406 engine, 18 spd. Road Ranger trans., Saftied. • 1995 Lode King 40 ft. hopper grain trailer, w/Shur-lock roll tarp-like new, Saftied, only used as farm trailer. • J.D. 1650 – 51 ft. chisel plough, 5 plex w/Degelman 4 row mounted harrow. Raven accu-flo NH3kit w/Cold Flo – 5 manifold outlet. Posi-lock hitch. • JD Model 370 – 36 ft. Swinger disc. • JD Model 3450– 7 x 16” plough. • Degelman 40 ft. land roller. Summers 84 ft. hinged wing 5-bar ½” tine hyd. harrow bar w/ torsion springs. • Summers 60 ft. Super harrow (medium weight) 5 bar 1/2” tine hydraulic harrow bar w/torsion springs. • Flexi-Coil System 65 – 100 ft. field sprayer w/auto rate, 830 Imp. Gal. tank. Buhler/Farm King 10” x 60 ft. auger, swing-away hopper. • Farm King 10” x 60 ft. auger, swing-away hopper. 51 ton Metal fertilizer bin. • 500 bus. Steel hopper seed bin. • Sakundiak 1200 x 8”auger w/ Wheatheart transport hydraulic winch w/Honda 20 h.p. engine. • Rem 1026A Grain Vaccuvator. • JD LX277 lawn tractor, 17 h.p. Kawaski engine, 48”, hydrostatic. Inland DA102 double auger snow blower. • • Haul-All 18 ft. Slide-In hopper seed & fert drill fill. • 2 – 1250 gal. poly round water tanks. • 1500 gal. heavy plate steel water tank. Chem-Handler I mixing tank, applicator. • 2000 gal. fuel tank. 1000 gal. H.D. on skids, w/Gas-Boy metered pump. Plus much more very good small equip. Equipment & trucks shedded when not in use. Totally serviced & completely ready for your operation. A very meticulous caretaker with all equipment very premium condition.

For information please call Don Zachanowich, 204-824-2445 Wawanesa, MB.

Check websites for full listing www.mrankinauctions.com or www.rosstaylorauction.com Murray Rankin Auctions Killarney, MB. Murray 204-534-7401 Ross Taylor Auction Service, Reston, MB. Ross 204-522-5356 Brock 204-522-6396

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ANNUAL PRE HAYING EQUIPMENT CONSIGNMENT AUCTION BRANDON, MB. - SATURDAY JUNE 16, 2012 9:00 AM

DIRECTIONS: Sale will be held at Fraser Auction Service Ltd. sales yard ¼ mile north of the junction of highways #1 & #10 on Wheatbelt Road. Brandon, MB. THIS SALE WILL FEATURE: * Farm Equipment * Industrial Equipment * Trucks & Trailers * Livestock Handling Equipment * Vehicles * Lawn & Leisure * Shop Equipment & Tools * 3pt hitch & Acreage Equipment * Government Surplus * Plus misc. Pallet Lots & more Call our office now to consign to this very well attended consignment auction. 1-800-483-5856 or E-Mail office@fraserauction.com MORE EQUIPMENT IS BEING ADDED TO THIS SALE DAILY!

FOR A WEEKLEY UPDATED LIST WITH FULL DETAILS AND PICTURES GO TO: www.fraserauction.com

TRACTOR: * 1973 JD 4630 Tractor, dual PRO, 2 - Remote Hyd * Ford 8N Tractor, * Ford (Blue) Tractor * Farmall A tractor, (approx mid 40’s) HAYING: * 16’ Hesston 1170 Haybine, Hydro Swing * Haybine * NH BR780 Rd Baler * NH 850 Round Baler * Gehl 2870 Baler * Bale Picker * Hay Rake - 5 WD HARVEST EQUIPMENT: * 30’ Versatile 4750 SP Swather, Ford DAL Eng, UII PU Reel, DSA (Disconnected)SEED & TILLAGE: * 14’ Seed Rite * Cultivator (Deep Tiller) * Chem Handler VEHICLES: * 2003 Ford F150 Super Cab * 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab * 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 Club Cab * 1992 Dodge 4 x 4 Truck with snow ploughTRAILERS: * 1984 20’ Gravel Pup converted to Grain Trailer, end Dump, Pintle Hitch * Homemade Fuel Trailer, 500 gal Tank, Pump, auto nozzle RECREATIONAL VEHICLES & MOTORCYCLES: * (20 - 24) Golf Carts - Electric & Gas LAWN & GARDEN: * Weed Trimmer ASSORTMENT OF TREES & SHRUBS: * Shrubs * Shade Trees * Fruit Trees * Roses * Evergreens INDUSTRIAL: * Clark Fork Lift (Battery Operated w/ charger * (2) Clark Fork Lifts * 10’ Box Blade * 6’ Farm King Blade * Fork Lift tines * Cement or Gravel Hopper * Extra Large Fuel or Water Tank * Fuel or Water Tank * Attachment Sweep & Extra Sweep * (9) Electric Motor * (5) Electrical Boxes * (2) sets of Skid Steer Tracks3 PT EQUIPMENT: * 5’ Farm King 510 3 pt Mower * 5’ Farm King 3 pt Snow Blower GRAIN HANDLING: * Flexi-Coil 7” x 45’ Auger w/ 18 HP Onan Engine * Belt Conveyor LIVESTOCK EQUIPMENT: * Hay Buster Big bit, 1100, Tandem Axle, Tub Grinder * 14 Bale Hay trailer BUILDING MATERIALS: * Sheet Metal * Barrel of Screws SHOP ITEMS & TOOLS: * Miller 250 Gas Welder * Compressor & Motor * Dust Free Dry Wall Sanding Kit * Jobmate Mitre Saw * Electric Planer * Hand Tools TIRES & WHEELS: * Duals off MF1105 * (4) 18.4 x 38 Tractor Tires * (4) 18” Tires MISCELLANIOUS ITEMS: * (79) Pallets of Patio Blocks * (2) Pallets of Misc - Tools & Farm Parts * Water Tank * Linden Post Pounder * (2) Tanning Beds * Diesel Tanks (2) * (9) Power Steering Pumps * 8 HP Engine * 8 HP Engine for Parts * (3) Alternators * Squirrel Cage Fan * Shop Vac * 2 gal Red Gas Can – Plastic * Stanley Black Plastic Tool Box * Isolator – 12 Volt * Door Knob

THIS IS ONLY AN EARLY LISTING. MORE EQUIPMENT IS BEING CONSIGNED DAILY! CALL NOW TO HAVE YOUR EQUIPMENT ADDED TO THIS HUGE PRE HAYING AUCTION. FOR MORE INFO OR TO CONSIGN CALL 1-204-727-2001 Not responsible for errors in description. Subject to additions and or deletions. Property owners and Fraser Auction Service not responsible for any accidents. GST & PST where applicable. TERMS: Cash or cheque. NOTE: cheques of $50,000 or more must be accompanied by bank letter of credit.

Sale conducted by FRASER AUCTION SERVICE 1-800-483-5856 www.fraserauction.com

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The Manitoba Co-operator | May 24, 2012

Wawota,SK Kennedy,SK Elm creek,mB Friday June 8th,2012 monday June 11th,2012 Wednesday June 6th,2012 at 10 am11th,2012 cSt at 11 June am cSt Friday June 8th,2012 monday June Wednesday 6th,2012 at 10 am cSt at 11 am cSt Friday 8th,2012 at June 1 pm DSt AUCTION SALES AUCTION AUCTION SALES AUCTION SALES at 10SALES am cSt at 11 am cSt at 1 pm DSt at 1 pm– DSt Sale includes: Sale includes: Manitoba Auctions Westman Manitoba Auctions – Westman Manitoba Auctions – Westman Manitoba Auctions – Red River Sale includes: Sale includes: Sale includes: •Sale 1978 JD 4440 w/ approx. 10,000 hours •Sale 1985 Case IH 4494 w/ 1000 pto, 7700 hours ( Nice ) includes: includes: Sale includes: • 1978 JD 4440EquipmEnt w/ approx. 10,000 hours • 1985 CaseEquipmEnt IH 4494 w/ 1000 pto, 7700 hours ( Nice ) Farm Farm EquipmEnt Farm includes: • IHC # A wide front • 1985 1987 Case Duetz 7145 MFD w/ Leon loader, •Sale 1997 JD 7210 MFD w/ 3 pth, JD 740 loader 1978 JD 4440 w/ approx. 10,000 hours IH 4494 w/ 1000 pto,790 7700 hoursbucket ( Nice ) Farm EquipmEnt Farm EquipmEnt Farm Farm EquipmEnt Farm EquipmEnt • IHC # A wideEquipmEnt front • 1987 Duetz 7145 MFD w/ Leon 790 loader, bucket • 1997 JD 7210 MFD w/ 3 pth, JD 740 loader Farm EquipmEnt • JD 6601 pto combine & grapple auction auction IHC # A wide front • 1987 Duetz 7145 MFD w/ Leon 790 loader, bucket •w/1997 JD 7210 MFD w/ 3 pth, JD 740 loader auction bucket & grapple, 13,000 hours Farm EquipmEnt Farm EquipmEnt Farm EquipmEnt • JD 6601 pto combine & grapple auction auction w/ bucket & grapple, 13,000 hours auction auction auction • 1982 JD 8820 SP and combine •&auction 1973 Case power shift w/ 3 pth, 7757 hours JD 6601 pto combine grapple Edna Benner consignors ron and1370 Val Bourhis &pat grapple, 13,000 (w/$ bucket 6000. work order in 2011 hours ) auction auction Houde • 1982 JD 8820 SP combine • and 1973 Case 1370 power shift w/ 3 pth, 7757 hours auction Edna Benner andw/ consignors ronron Val Bourhis Edna Benner and consignors and Val Bourhis ( $ 6000. work order in 2011Houde ) • JD 224 straight header batt reel • 1976 Case 1070 power shift w/ 707 Wawota,SK pat Kennedy,SK 1982 JD 8820 SP combine 1973 1370 3 pth,Leon 7757loader hours pat Houde Elm Benner andw/consignors ron andCase Val1070 Bourhis 6000. order inElm 2011 )loader, •( $1981 JDwork 4240 w/creek,mB Leon 707 • JDEdna 224 straight header batt reel • 1976 power shift w/ 707 Leon loader Wawota,SK Kennedy,SK pat Houde Wawota,SK Kennedy,SK creek,mB • IHC 4000 24 ½’ SP swather w/ air & U2 pickup reel • 1968 Ford F500 w/ 12’ steel hoist, 66,750 miles monday June 11th,2012 Wednesday June 6th,2012 • 1981 JD 4240 w/ Leon 707 loader, Elm creek,mB JD 224 straight header w/ batt reel 1976 Case 1070 power shiftbox w/&707 Leon loader Wawota,SK Kennedy,SK FARm EqUIpmENT AUCTION FARm EqUIpmENT AUCTION FARm EqUIpmENT AUCTION monday June 11th,2012 Wednesday June 6th,2012 Friday June 8th,2012 • IHC 4000 24 ½’ SP swather w/ air & U2 pickup reel • 1968 Ford F500 w/ 12’ steel box & hoist, 66,750 miles Elm creek,mB •7150 1981 JD 4240 w/ Leon 707 loader, hours monday June 11th,2012 Wednesday June 6th,2012 Friday8th,2012 June 8th,2012 at am cStw/ air & U2 pickup reelWednesday at 11 am cSt • JD – 25’ air10 seeder Winkler, MB • 1-204-325-4433 • at 1952 IHC R150 w/12’ wood monday June 11th,2012 June 6th,2012 IHC655 4000 24at ½’10 SP swather 1968 F500 w/ steelbox box&&hoist hoist, 66,750 miles June 7150 Friday hours at am cSt 11Ford am cSt Friday June 8th,2012 • JD 655 – 25’ air seeder • 1952 IHC R150 w/ wood box & hoist 1 pm DSt at 10 am cSt at 11 am cSt EdNA BENNER RON ANd VAL BOURhIS pAT hOUdE •7150 1979hours JD 4430 w/ 7000 hours at seeder 10 am cSt at 11 am cSt at 1 pm DSt • MF 20’ discer • 1987 JD 7721 Titan 11 pto combine ( very good ) JD 655 – 25’ air 1952 IHC R150 w/ wood box & hoist at w/ 1 pm • 1979 JD 4430 7000 at DSt 1hours pm DSt • MF 20’ discer • 1987 JD 7721 Titan 11 pto combine ( very good ) Kennedy,SK ANd Sale includes: includes: elmw/Creek,MB 1979 JD 4020 4430 7000lift hours •Sale JD 16’ tandem disc • IHC pto11swather w/ U2(pickup reel ) • 1970 high loader includes: SaleSale includes: MF 20’ discerCONSIgNORS 1987725 JD hyd. 7721fold Titan pto combine very good includes: Sale includes: includes: Sale includes: ••Sale JD 16’ tandem disc 10,000 •4494 IHCIH 725 hyd. fold pto swather w/ U2 pickup reel • 1970 includes: JD 4020 w/ high 8th,2012 lift loader Sale •Sale 1978 JD 4440 w/ approx. hours Case 4494 w/ 1000 pto, ( Nice ) about Sale includes: 1978 JD50’ 4440 w/ approx. 10,000 hours WedneSday June 6th,2012 • 1985• 1985 Case IH w/725 1000hyd. pto, 7700 hours (7700 Nice )hours WaWota,SK • •Morris hyd. harrows •IH2003 Case IHpto, RBX 562 round baler (pickup done Friday June JD 16’ tandem disc IHC fold pto swather w/ U2 reel 1970 Idea JD 4020 high baler lift loader • New 4865w/ round ( nice ) Sale includes: 1978 JD 4440 w/ approx. 10,000 hours • 1985 Case 4494 w/ 1000 7700 hours ( Nice ) Sale includes: 1978 w/ approx. 10,000 hours 1985 7145 Case IH 4494 w/ 1000 pto, 7700 hours ( Nice ) about ••Morris hyd. harrows • 2003 Case IH790 RBX 562 round baler ( done •• IHC #JD A wide front •• 1987 Duetz 7145 MFD w/ Leon 790 loader, bucket •• 1997 7210 MFD w/ 3MFD pth,w/ JD 740 New JD Idea 4865 round baler (33nice )loader IHC #4440 AA50’ wide front •tag 1987 Duetz MFD w/ w/ Leon loader, bucket •1997 1997 JD 7210 MFD w/ pth, JD JD 740 loader loader • 1974 GMC 6500 w/ steel box & hoist & hyd. 4000 bales ) at 11 aM CSt • IHC # wide front • 1987 Duetz 7145 MFD Leon 790 loader, bucket Monday June 11th,2012 Morris 50’ hyd. harrows • JD 7210 pth, 740 • 2003 Case IH RBX 562 round baler ( done about at 1 pm dSt • 1997 New Idea 4865 round baler ( nice ) Buhler 12 wheel V rake • JD IHC•6601 # A6601 wide front • 1987 Duetz 7145 MFD w/ Leon 790 loader, bucket JD 7210 MFD w/ 3 pth, JD 740 loader 1974 GMC 6500 w/ steel box & hoist & hyd. tag 4000 bales ) • JD pto combine & grapple • pto combine & grapple w/ bucketV grapple,hours 13,000 hours hours w/ bucket12 &w/grapple, •Morris JD 6601 pto combine • Buhler wheel rake &packgrapple •4000 Magnum 11 731 DT&w/ packer & air 2001bales Hesston 1340 – 12’ disc bind bucket &&13,000 grapple, 13,000 1974 GMC 6500 w/CP steel box hoist & hyd. tag )w/ 3 pth, at 10 CSt Sale includeS: JD••6601 pto combine grapple includeS: ••Morris 1982 JD 8820 SP combine Buhler 12 wheel V rake • 1973 Case 1370 power shift 7757 bucket & 4120 •Sale Kuhn GA TH Master drive 11 aM CP 731 DT w/ packer & air •1370 2001 Hesston – 3hours 12’ disc bind •• 1982 JD 8820 SP combine •&1973 Case 1370 power shift w/7757 pth, 7757 hours 1982 JDMagnum 8820 SP combine • pack1973 Case power shift w/ 1340 3 pth, hours ($grapple, $6000. 6000. work order)hours 2011 )16’ ) (w/ 6000.JD work order in13,000 2011 Morris 6180 tank Sovema 12’ V rake ( 4120 work order inindrive 2011 • $1997 Kuhn GA TH Master 16’ •age Morris Magnum 11air CP 731 DT w/ packer & air pack•1070 2001 Hesston 1340 –loader disc bind • JD 1982 JD& 8820 SP combine • 1985 Case IH 4494 w/ 1000 pto, 7700 • 1976 1973 Case 1370 power shift w/ 312’ pth, 7757 hours Sale includeS: • JD 224 straight header w/ batt reel • 1976 Case 1070 power shift w/ 707 Leon 7210 MFD w/ 3 pth, JD 740 loader • JD 224 straight header w/ batt reel • 1976 Case power shift w/ 707 Leon loader • 224 straight header w/ batt reel • Case 1070 power shift w/ 707 Leon loader age & Morris 6180 air tank • Sovema 12’ V rake (•••rotary $ 6000. work order in 2011 ) KuhnJD GA4240 4120 TH Master drive rake •1981 1981 JD 4240 w/Leon Leon 70716’ loader, • JD 4240 w/ 707 loader, • JD TO31012’ tandem disc • 2003 Bergen 5th wheel tandem stock trailer 1981 w/ Leon 707 loader, age Morris 6180 air tank Sovema 12’ ••4000 IHC 4000 24 ½’ swather w/w/ air && reel JD straight w/ battdisc reel F500 w/F500 12’ steel box &V hoist, 66,750 miles 1976 Case 1070 power shift w/66,750 Leon loader hours (Nice)• 1987 Duetz 7145 MFD w/ Leon • 1978 JD w/ approx. 10,000 hours • • 1968 rotary rake bucket & grapple, 13,000 hours ($ 6000. •• IHC IHC& 4000 24header ½’SP SP swather air &U2 U2 pickup reel • 1968 Ford F500 w/ 12’ steel &rake hoist, miles Auto RepAiR shop foR shiRLeY 244440 ½’ SP swather w/ air U2pickup pickup reel •• Ford 1968 Ford w/ 12’box steel box &707 hoist, 66,750 miles •224 JD TO31012’ tandem • 2003 Bergen 5th wheel tandem stock trailer •w/ 1981 JD 4240 w/ Leon 707 loader, 7150 hours rotary rake •work 1993 Milco Steel 8’ x 28’ gooseneck stock 7150 hours •655 Dodge Rampage 2.2 ½ &ton • 5th wheel tandem axle tilt deck bale trailer •1984 JD#655 –24 seeder IHC R150 w/F500 wood boxbox & hoist hours JD TO31012’ tandem IHC 4000 ½’air SP swather w/ air U2combine pickup reel• 1952 655 – 25’ 25’ air seeder 2003 Bergen 5th wheel tandem stock trailer • 1952 1968 Ford w/ 12’ steel box &hoist hoist, 66,750 miles • 1952 IHC R150 w/ wood && hoist IHC A25’ wide front • JD disc 6601 pto 790 loader, bucket grapple • 1973 Case order inSteel 2011)8’• 1981 JD 4240 w/ stock Leon •• JD – air seeder • IHC R150 w/ wood box & •7150 1993 Milco x 28’ gooseneck ••1984 Dodge Rampage 2.2 ½ ton • 5th wheel tandem axle tilt deck bale trailer Wiezbinski business Auction 7150 hours • 1979 JD 4430 w/ 7000 hours • 1979 JD 4430 w/ 7000 hours MF discer • 1987 JD 7721 11 ptow/ combine ( very good )deck MF –20’ 20’25’ discer • 1987 JD 7721 Titan 11 pto combine ( very good )bale •707 1993 Milco Steel 8’ x hours 28’ gooseneck stock 1968 Pontiac Parisienne hard top• w/JDonly 66,147 •Titan 2001 Bale King Vortex 3010 w/ 1000 w/ 34430 divider gates • •1982 JD SP combine 224 JD 655 air8820 seeder 1952 IHC R150 wood box & hoist 1370 power shift w/ pth, 7757 •processor 1976 1984 Dodge Rampage 2.2 ½ ton 5th wheel tandem axle tilt bale trailer •trailer 1979 JD w/ 7000 loader, 7150 hours • 1979 JD 4430 w/ •• MF discer •• 1987 JD 7721 Titan 113pto combine (hours very ) ••20’ 1968 Parisienne hard top w/ only24 66,147 •fold 2001 Bale King Vortex 3010 balegood processor w/ 1000 w/ 34430 gates AubignY, Mb. 16’Pontiac tandemdisc disc • IHC 725 hyd. fold pto swather w/ U2 pickup reel JD discer 16’ tandem • IHC 725 hyd. pto swather w/discharge U2 pickup reel • divider JD 4020 w/ lift ••1970 1970 JD 4020 w/high highhigh lift loader loader ••trailer 1979 JD w/ 7000 hours straight header w/ batt reel • IHC 4000 miles • MF 20’ pto, left hand & grain tank • 1987 JD 7721 Titan 11 pto combine ( very good ) Case 1070 power shift w/ 707 Leon loader • 1968 Pontiac Parisienne hard top w/ only 66,147 • 2001 Bale King Vortex 3010 bale processor w/ 1000 w/ 3 divider gates 7000 hours 1970 JD 4020 w/ lift loader •trailer Trail King 30’ tandem wheel gooseneck flat • JD miles 16’ tandem disc • IHC 725 hyd. ptobaler swather w/about pickup reel 1970 JD 4020 w/ high liftwheel loader Morris 50’hyd. hyd. harrows • 2003 Case IH RBX 562 round baler ( done about left hand discharge &U2 grain tank • SP Morris 50’ harrows • 2003 Case IHpto, RBX 562fold round ( done sAtuRdAY June 2, 10 AM • •New Idea 4865 round baler (( nice ) flat • JD Trail King 30’ tandem gooseneck Neww/ Idea 4865 round baler nice ½’ swather w/ air & U2 pickup reel • JD 16’ tandem disc • IHC 725 hyd. fold pto swather w/ U2 pickup reel •••deck 1970 JD 4020 high lift loader • Large selection of woodworking tools • 1995 Bourgault 2115 air tank, hyd. drive w/ Co-op • 1968 Ford F500 w/ 12’ steel box & hoist, miles pto, left hand discharge & grain tank •• New New Idea 4865 round baler (nice) • Buhler 50’GMC hyd. harrows •bales 2003 IH Bourgault RBX 562 round baler ( done about Trailw/ King 30’ tandem wheel gooseneck flat • Morris 1974 GMC 6500 w/of steel box&&hoist hoist&&hyd. hyd.tag tag full•4865 tilt deck 4000 bales ) • 1995 Idea round baler (rake nice ) 1974 6500 w/ steel box ) Case ••Large selection woodworking tools 2115 air tank, hyd. drive w/ Co-op 12 wheel VVrake •Buhler Buhler wheel 655 –50’25’ air • grain MF 20’ • JD 4000 Morris hyd. harrows • 2003 Case IH •Bourgault 562IHC round baler ( done about deck w/ full tilt deck 66,750 1952 R150 w/ wood box w/ Co-op *Like new 10,000 lb two pole car hoist serial # •••Plus other equipment, bin,&discer shop equipment 204 &12’ harrows New Idea 4865 round baler (4120 nice )TH Master •• 1974 wheel Vwheel rake • 12 Kuhn GA Large selection of tools •miles 1995 2115 air tank, hyd. drive GMC 6500 w/seeder box &w/w/ hoist tag Morris Magnum 11steel CPwoodworking 731 DT packer &airairpackpack- • 2001 4000 bales ) DT • 2001 Hesston 1340 –RBX disc Morris Magnum 11 CP 731 DT packer &hyd. Hesston 1340 – 12’ disc bindbind ••deck Buhler 12 V rake w/ full tilt deck •12 1992 Custom Coach 28’ 5th wheel travel • age Plus other equipment, grain bin, shop equipment T1026817 *Tire changer John Bean model CTC 204 DT &JD harrows • •Kuhn GA 4120 TH Master drive 16’ 16’ tandem disc • Morris 50’ hyd. harrows Kuhn GA 4120 TH Master drive 16’ • 1974 GMC 6500 w/ steel box & hoist & hyd. tag 4000 bales ) & hoist • 1987 7721 Titan 11 pto combine & Morris 6180 air tank • Sovema 12’ V rake •rake Case IH 5600 DTdisc w/ bind Degelman harrows & NH3 kit drive rake • 1993 Milco Steel 8’ x • Morris Magnum 11 CP 731 DT w/ packer & airequipment pack-• Sovema 199216’ Custom Coach 28’ 5th wheel travel • 2001 – 12’ •and Plus othermore equipment, grain bin, shop DT1340 & harrows Buhler 12rotary wheelTH V Master rake age &much Morris 6180 air tank 12’ Hesston V204 rotary rake much more • Case IH 5600 DT w/trailer Degelman harrows & NH3 kitMid tier up to 20’’ *Magnum 001 Tire Changer ••trailer Kuhn 4120 drive 16’ travel • and 1974 GMC 6500 w/ steel box &&hoist & • 2003 •28’ 1992 Custom Coach 5th3wheel (GA fully loaded ) 28’w/ • Morris Magnum 11 CP 731 w/ packer air pack2001 Hesston 1340 – batt 12’ disc bind rotary rake JD TO31012’ tandem discDT Bergen 5th wheel tandem stock good )V•rake IHC hyd. folddrive pto rock swather gooseneck stock trailer divider gates age • Degelman 4725 ground picker& NH3 kit*Power Fist Transmission Jack *Enerpac Turbo TO31012’ tandem disc &•• JD Morris 6180 air tank • 2003(•• very Bergen 5th wheel tandem stock trailer Sovema 12’ and much more Case IH 5600 DT w/ Degelman harrows •trailer Kuhn GA 4120 TH Master drive 16’ ( fully loaded ) • •1993 Milco 8’8’xx28’ gooseneck stock hyd. tag • Morris Magnum 1984 Dodge Rampage 2.2½½ton ton 11 CP 731 DT • 5th •pickup Degelman 4•bale batt ground drive rock 562 picker • 5th wheel tandem tilt deck bale trailer rake Morris 6180 air tank Sovema 12’ Vaxle rake 1993 Milco Steel 28’ gooseneckflat stock•age (much fully loaded ) Steel w/ U2 reel 2003 Case IHtrailer RBX •trailer Plus King more •• 1984 Dodge Rampage 2.2 wheel tandem axle deck trailer •rotary Trail 30’ tandem wheel gooseneck JD & TO31012’ tandem disc •• 2003 Bergen 5th wheel tandem • Plus atilt large quantity ofstock livestock panels, Degelman 4 bale batt ground drive rock pickerfeed For information Mrs. Benner Frame straighten tool *Newer Mic Welder rotary raketrailer 1968 Pontiac Parisienne hardcall topMorris only 66,147 • 2001 Bale Bergen King Vortex 3010 processor w/ 1000 w/w/8’ 33divider gates w/TO310packer &tandem air package & 6180 air • at Plusw/ much more • Plus a5th large quantity ofbale livestock panels, feed JD 12’ disc • 5th 2003 wheel tandem stock trailer •• 1968 Pontiac Parisienne hard top w/w/Mrs. only 66,147 For information call Benner at 2001 Bale King Vortex 3010 bale processor w/ 1000 gates •••deck 1993 Milco Steel x•divider 28’ gooseneck stock28’ •• 1984 round baler ( done about 4000 bales ) • 2001 Dodge Rampage 2.2 ½ ton • wheel tandem axle tilt deck trailer full trailer tilt deck 1992 Custom Coach Plus much more panels • Plus a large quantity of livestock panels, feed miles•For pto, left hand discharge & grain tank 120 volt *Oil dispenser *Air hose reel *Oil information call Mrs. at tank JD Rampage TO31012’ tandem discBenner • 1984 pto, 306-739-2156 • Trail King 30’ tandem wheel gooseneck flat •trailer 1993 Milco Steel 8’ x 28’ gooseneck stock • 1984 Dodge 2.2 ½ ton • 5th wheel tandem axle tilt deck bale trailer panels miles left hand discharge & grain tank • Trail King 30’ tandem wheel gooseneck flat Hesston 1340 – 12’ disc bind• Sovema 12’ V • 1968 Pontiac Parisienne hard top w/ only 66,147 • 2001 Bale King Vortex 3010 bale processor w/ 1000 w/ 3 divider gates 5th wheel travel trailer (fully loaded) 306-739-2156 • Large selection of woodworking tools • 1995 Bourgault 2115 air tank, hyd. drive w/ Co-op • Maternity pen catcher on casters *Big TV Aprox 45 in *5 and For w/ information call Pat 204-436-2571 • 1968 panels Dodge Rampage 2.2 ½ ton •w/1968 Pontiac • 1995• Bourgault w/ full tilt deck • Large selection of woodworking tools 2115 air tank, hyd. drive w/tank Co-op 306-739-2156 Pontiac Parisienne hard top only 66,147 2001 Bale King Vortex bale processor 1000 3 deck divider • Maternity pen For King information Patgooseneck 204-436-2571 •harrows 2003 Bergen 5th wheel tandem w/ stock deck w/gates fullcall tiltwheel deck pto, hand discharge &3010 grain 204rake DT &left •trailer Trail 30’ tandem flat miles• Plus other equipment, grain bin, shop equipment

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• 1992 Custom Coach 5th wheel travel miles•and For information call Pat 28’ 204-436-2571 Plusmuch othermore equipment, grain bin, shop equipment 204 DT &IH harrows left discharge &harrows grainaxle tank Custom builttandem alley • Case 5600 DT wheel w/ Degelman & NH3 • Trail 30’ tandem wheel trailer •••hand 5th tiltkitdeck bale selection of woodworking tools •pto, 1995 Bourgault 2115 air tank, hyd. drive w/ Co-op • 1992 Custom Coachgooseneck 28’ 5th wheelflat travel • Large call Pat *Air tools impact ¼. 3/8 ½ ‘’ ¾ drive *Double Cattle oilers deck w/King full tilt deck • Large of woodworking tools • Case andselection muchselection moreof woodworking Custom built alley IH 5600Bourgault DT w/ground Degelman harrows &hyd. NH3 drive kit w/ Co-op trailer ( fully204-436-2571 loaded ) Large tools equipment • 1995 2115 tank, • Degelman 4& driveair rock picker Cattle oilers trailer •• batt 2001 Bale King Vortex 3010 bale •• Plus other equipment, grain bin, shop 204 DT harrows deck w/ full tilt deck trailer ( fully loaded ) end Grinders, Creepers , oil, filters. lights , other • Plus other equipment, grain bin, shop • Degelman 4 batt ground drive rock picker Full line of farm and haying equipment • PlusCoach much more • 1992 Custom 28’ 5th wheel travel Cattle oilers • Plus a large quantity of livestock panels, feed • Plus other equipment, grain bin, shop equipment 204 DTIH &Full harrows For information call Mrs. Benner at processor w/ 1000 pto, left hand discharge • line of farm and haying equipment and much more • Case 5600 DT w/ Degelman harrows & NH3 kit • Plus much 28’ more5th wheel travel parts Shop Fridges etc. *2007 S185 Bobcat • 1992( Custom Coach • Plus a large quantity of bins livestock panels, equipment and much information callmore Mrs. Benner at • Grain panels Full line ofw/farm andfeed haying equipment trailer fully loaded ) and muchFor more • Degelman Case IH 5600 DT Degelman harrows &airNH3 kit 306-739-2156 & grain tank • 1995 Bourgault 2115 tank, • 4 batt ground drive rock picker • Grain bins SKID steer loader, cab air heat, Quick tach hyd, panels • Maternity pen ( fully For loaded ) information call Pat 204-436-2571 For inFormation 306-739-2156call mrS. • Grain bins For information call Ron 306-538-2256 • Degelman 4 batt ground drive rock picker •trailer Plus much more • Plus a large quantity of livestock panels, feed hyd. drive w/ Co-op 204 DT & harrows • Case call Mrs. Benner at • Maternity • Custompen built alley For information call Pat 204-436-2571 For information For information call Ronfeed 306-538-2256 Bucket . 3377 hours serial #530318568 THIS at306-739-2156 • Plus much more • Plus a large quantity of livestock panels, For Benner information call Mrs. Benner at For information call Ron 306-538-2256 panels • Custom built alley IH 5600 • Cattle oilers DT w/ Degelman harrows & NH3 kit ITEM ONLY RESERVED AT $ 17,000 *Versatile 306-739-2156 • Full line and equipmentdrive rock picker • • Cattle oilersof farmpen Maternity 306-739-2156 160 articulating tractor with pto and loader ••panels Degelman 4 haying batt ground For information call Pat 204-436-2571

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Maternity pen • Grain bins • Full ofafarm and haying ••line Custom built alley equipment Plus large quantity of livestock panels, feed Custom alley • Grain bins For information call Ron •• Cattle oilers panels • built Maternity pen306-538-2256 • Custom built alley Cattle For information call Ron 306-538-2256 lineoilers of farm haying equipment ••• Full Cattle oilers •and Full line of farm and haying Full line of farm and haying equipment •• Grain bins equipment • Grain bins • Grain bins For information call Ron 306-538-2256 For inFormation For information call Ron 306-538-2256 call ron 306-538-2256

*Ford 9n Tractor with 3pth pto etc *Have loader off 9n or simlar *Simplicity Garden tractor Hydro with shop built front mount Fork lift *6000 watt 220 -110 Generator *1990 - Ford F-350 Duals with metal box v8 4 speed *1991 Numours vehicles of variours makes and model *1992 - see photos on website *Dodge mini van *Ford Ranger *Mazda 626 4 door car *13 other vehicles various condition Aluminim rims tires of various makes and models *Two older 4 wheel bumper hitch auto carrier trailers one has drop deck * Rubber maid yard dump trailer *Freightliner Highway tractor 3406 cat 18 speed walk in bunk . air ride real good 11,x 22.5 rubber serial #1FUYSXYBWP942013 There is way more than may appear on this ad please plan to attend, many useful items for working people owners Shirley Wiezbinski 204 882 2151

Ross Taylor Auction Service 204-877-3834 For full listing and photos www.rosstaylorauction.com EWAN & LYNNE JARVIE, Glenora, MB. Farm Equipment Reduction Auction, Wed., May 30th 4:00pm. 5-mi West of Glenora, MB or 9-mi South of Baldur, MB. Features 1978 IHC 1086 DSL tractor factory 3-pt., 18.4x38 duals, 3 spool hyd, 1000 & 540 PTO, 10,700-hrs, good cond; 1998 NH 664 round baler, auto wrap, 540 PTO, belts all replaced, shedded; Gehl 25 ft. steel deck bale trailer, rear tandem axle; FK 850 mix-mill, 540 PTO; IHC 810 20-ft. combine S/cut header; Herman 60-ft. hyd harrow bar; Vers 68-ft. sprayer, 400-gal. tank; 4 grain bin spreaders 2 S.p. &2 electric; 1974 Ford 600 truck, Louisville cab, 15-ft.x8-ft. box, hoist, roll over tarp, V8, nice, 2-SPD, 75,400 original miles, saftied, real nice; Ritchie heater water trough; cattle headgate w/side open panels & palpation cage; 5 round bale feeders; Lewis cattle oiler; calf creep feeder; 12-ft. steel panels; 200 treated fence posts; 2, 24.5x32 combine tires; 4, 11x16 front tractor tire & more well kept equip. Consignments include NH 853 chain round baler, shedded; JD 25-ft. 590 PT swather; Melroe 8x16-in. bottom plough; NH 970 16-ft. s/cut header w/crop fitters; JD 16-ft. deep tiller; NH hay rake; 15 sec tine harrow bar; Collector Tractor IH McCormick H narrow front, excellent rubber, belt pulley w/saw attach, live PTO, 3 new valves & valve guides, restored & excellent; 18-ft. fibre glass boat w/trailer & Evinsude 20-HP motor, low hrs, great condition. Also good list of shop tools & equipment. Inland Terminator I 70-ft. PT sprayer, 850-gal poly tank, wind cones, good condition; NH 358 mix-mill w/PWR bale feeder; 6-ft. steel swath roller. Other good consignments could be taken. Please contact Ewan Jarvie (204)535-2573. Murray Rankin Auctions (204)534-7401, Killarney Ross Taylor Auction Service (204)877-3834, Reston.

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ROBERT & JOAN RADFORD, Austin, MB. Farm & Livestock Equipment, Trucks, Excellent Machine Shop Equipment & Miscellaneous Retirement Auction Mon., May 28th, 2012 9:00am. 7-mi South of Trans Canada Hwy at Sydney on PR 352, 1.25-mi South. 1974 JD 4430 DSL MFWA, quad range, dual hyd, 540 & 1000 PTO, 6,367-hrs; JD 3020 DSL, single hyd, 540 rear PTO, 1000 front PTO; JD 2010 gas tractor, single hyd; JD Industrial Crawler w/1-yd bucket w/grapple; Caterpillar 922B 4 wheel loader w/3-yd Bucket; JD Model “A” tractor, narrow front; 1979 Mack Hwy tractor w/Mack 350 engine, 13-SPD, Unibody 20-ft.x8.5-ft.x5-ft. high box, not saftied; 1975 Mack R-600 hwy tractor w/Mack 330 engine, 5-SPD trans, 20-ft.x8.5-ft. steel box, 5.5-ft. high, not saftied; 1973 Mack R-600 hwy tractor, Mack 330 engine, 5-SPD; 1973 Dodge 600 truck w/Cancade 18-ft.x8-ft. steel box; 1981 Dodge Ram 3/4-ton 4x4 truck w/5-SPD trans, not saftied; 1976 Dodge 1-ton truck dually, V-8 engine, auto. trans; 1966 Dodge 500 truck, 318 V-8 motor, 5-SPD trans, MI 14-ft.x8.5-ft. box; 1974 Chrysler Newport Deluxe car, 4 dr. sedan, 63,880-mi, not safetied; None of the vehicles are safetied; 2005 Ski Doo Rotax 440 snow toboggan, 218-km;, like new; Polaris 350 ATV, 2+4 w/racks; Yamaha snow toboggan; Yamaha 175 motorcycle; NH 116 16-ft. mower conditioner; JD 510 round baler Beline applicator; JD 336 square baler, bought new; New Idea 7-ft. trailer mower; Vers 103 15-ft. SP swather, motor not running w/crimper; JD Model 230 25.5-ft. tandem disc; JD; #800 21-ft. SP swather; JD 509 rotary mower, trailer type, new blades; IHC #100 Series 24-ft. DD press drill, pan wheel press, Drive over drill carrier, 70-ft. hyd tine harrowbar; JD 20-ft. sunflower header w/pans; 8-ft. tapered swath roller; Vers 56-ft. sprayer, 625-gal poly tank; Livestock Trailer: 7-ft.x19-ft.x6.5-ft. high 5th wheel flat deck trailer 24-ft.x8.5-ft., tandem axle; NH 675 manure spreader; Grain Dryer: Behlin Wicks 380 continuous flow grain dryer w/15-HP electric motor; JD #100 24-ft. deep tiller w/Case shanks; 24-ft. new Degelman 3 row harrows; IHC #645 vibra chisel cultivator w/Herman harrows. Other small farm equip. Excellent Shop Equipment: H. W. Petrie Ltd. Metal lathe, hyd drive, 9-ft. bed. Shop press w/20ton jack. Galaxy 12-SPD electric drill press; Kwik Krimp hyd crimper. Plus very large listing shop equipment & misc. Sells at 9:00am. Contact John for info (204)466-2806. Cell phone service not good at this sale site. See websites for full listing & pictures www.mrankinauctions.com or www.rosstaylorauction.com Murray Rankin Auctions Killarney, MB. Murray (204)534-7401 Ross Taylor Auction Service, Reston, MB. Ross (204)522-5356 Brock (204)522-6396.

AUCTION SALES Manitoba Auctions – Interlake CAPITAL AUCTIONS. FARM AUCTION Sale for Mr. Herbert Berresheim of Selkirk, MB. Sat Jun 9th, 2012, 11am. Sale located from Jct Hwy #4 & Hwy #9, go miles North on Hwy #9. Civic address #8020. Some items listed: Like New JD 3038E Utility Yard Tractor (Diesel eng, FWA, only 35-hrs); JD 2130 Diesel Tractor w/JD FEL & 3-pth; JD 4010 Diesel Tractor w/Cancade FEL; Universal 640DT C Diesel Tractor w/3-pth; Like New 8-ft, 3-pth Sprayer; 5 1/2-in 3-pth Cultivator; 2-btm, 3-pth Plow; MF 18-ft PT Swather; NH 4-Wheel Hay Rake; Leon Rock Picker; Tillage Equipment; FEL w/6-ft Bucket; 120 bu Gravity Grain Tank; 15-ft x 20-ft Wdn Building; Approx 350 bu Feed Oats; 2010 JD LA105 19 1/2Hp Lawn Tractor; JD 110 Lawn Tractor w/mower & tiller attach; plus misc articles. Note: JD 3038E Utility Trailer & JD 2130 Tractor are subject to approval of last bid by Owner. See www.capitalauction.net for listing & pictures or for more information call: Capital Auctions, Beausejour MB. Auctioneer: Len Pleskacz. Phone:(204)268-3052. Advertise your unwanted equipment in the Classifieds. Call our toll-free number and place your ad with our friendly staff, and don’t forget to ask about our prepayment bonus. Prepay for 3 weeks and get 2 weeks free! 1-800-782-0794.

MCSHERRY AUCTION SERVICE LTD Auction Sale Estate Of Ross Pollock Sun., June 3rd 10:00am Ashern, MB. Location: Jct Hwy #6 & Main St 1/4-mi North on Hwy #6 (south of Church) Contact: Al (204)768-0212 Home & Property: RM of Silumes Lot 1, Plan 16 249 #34 Hwy 6, Ashern, MB. 2.27-acs Hwy Frontage w/Treed Shelter to the North. Home: 1977 Triple E Model Dutch Villa, 14x72-ft. Mobile Home, Upgraded Ashfelt T Shingles & Aluminum Skirting Interior 3 BR, Heating Elec. Forced Air Furnace w/Central Air, Own Drilled Well, Septic Tank & Field, Connect 1990 24x38-ft. Cottage Style Bungalow on a Crawl Space w/Kitchen Washroom, 2 BR, LR, ext Siding, Ashfelt & Triple Pane Windows, Elec Heat. Exterior OtherBldings: 2010 26x40-ft. Corrugated Steel Shed; Cabin or Storage 16x24-ft.; Shed 12x24-ft.; Garden Shed 8x10-ft.; New 10x20-ft. Carport; Property Sold by Auction at Approx 2:00pm. Price Expectation from Vendors is VERY Reasonable. Call for Viewing Appt: Al (204)768-0212. Day of Sale: $10,000 Certified Check, Balance in one month upon Possession. Subject to Approval of Last Bid! Vehicle & Trailers: 03 Ford Crown Victoria LX 4Dr 104,000-km Sft; Dodge Lextra R.V. Motor HomeFull Bath Roof & Dash A/C w/many extras; Bumper Hitch 5x10 Flat Deck Trailer Aircraft & Rec: 2008 Sonex Aircraft Kit, Model Jabirv 3300, 6 cyl 120-HP, Aircraft Engine. Plane is Complete but has 85% Assembled w/Extra! Like Custom Upholstered Seats. Plane Never been Flown, Brand NEW Cond, New Replacements Value 43,000 plus assembling. For further info see website sonexaircraft.com 05 Polaris 1200cc Ski Jet Water Craft w/Cover & Trailer; 1986 Honda CR 250 Dirt Bike needs motor work; Set of Polaris Water Skis; Snowmobile Helmets; New Size 12 Chest Waders Yard: 05 Kubota BX 2230 DSL MFWA Hydrostatic Turf Tires ROP 3PH PTO Hydro Outlets & Joystick, Solo w/60-in Belly Mt Mower, Kubota BX275 OB Ft MR 50-in. Snowblower; Kubota BX2760A 60-in. Hyd Angle Blade only 214-hrs; 3PH 2 B Plow w/Coulters; Simplicity 10-HP R Mower nr; Lawn Boy 4-HP Push Lawn Mower; Canopy Car Port; Gas Weed Eater; Stihl Weed Eater; Electric Chainsaw; Splitting Axe; Pruner; Hand Yard Tools; Planters; Poly Barrels Tools: “Red Maple” DSL 5500W Generator, Electric Start; Lincoln Mig Pak 10 Welder; Mastercraft 70 Arc Welder; Various Hand Tools; Sockets; Wrenches; Booster Charger; NEW Craftsman Table Saw; Craftsman Sliding Mitre Saw; Shop Smith Multi-Power Tool; Chain Saw; Portable Air Compressor; NEW Counter Drill Press; Bench Grinder; Many Power Tools; Reciprocating Saw; 2) Circ. Saws; Jig Saw; Plate Joiner; Drills; Planers; Sander; Router & Table; West Stone Sharpener; Cordless Tools; Sliding Mitre Saw Misc: Elec Motors; 2 Rolls Electric Wire 14/2, 14/3; Ext Cords; Halogen Lights; 5 Sheets 1/4 Plywood; 7) Bundles Shingles; Aluminum Ext & Step Ladders; Shelving; VW 4 Cycle Engine; 4 Cyc Misc Engine as is; Engine Parts Guns: RP1) Marlin, Model 30A, LA, Cal 30-30; RP2) Winchester, Model MD 55 SA, Cal 22; RP3) Remington Model: Sportsman 58, SA, Cal 12 ga; RP4) L.C. Smith Double Barrel 20 ga; Antiques: Oak Parlor Table; School Desk; Wheel Hoe; Cream Cans; 5-gal RWing Crock; Granite Bread Bowl Household: Washer; Dryer; Satellite 800 Radio; Dell Receiver; New Air Hockey Game; Recliner Couch; Maple Buffet/China Cabinet; Electric Singer Sewing Machine; Upright Vac; Kitchen Table & Chairs; What Not Shelf; Wine Cabinet; 5 Piece BR Suite; Day Bed; Dressers; Brentwood Rocker; Filing Cabinet; Office Chair; 2) Folding Tables; Various Household Items; Glassware; Dishes; Orns; K Items; Various Photo Equip; Some Prof; Camera Tri-Pod; Books. Stuart McSherry (204)467-1858 or (204) 886-7027 www.mcsherryauction.com MCSHERRY AUCTION SERVICE LTD Farm Equipment & Land Auction, R & C Quenett. Sat., July 28th 10:00am Teulon, MB. 1-mi South on Hwy #7 then West on 415, 6-mi then 3-mi North on RD 3E. SELLING BY AUCTION 480-ACS, ALL 1 BLOCK W/6 SEPARATE 80AC TITLES. PHOTOS & DETAILS ON WEBSITE. Also Selling Tractors; Vehicles; Trailers; Farm Equip; Livestock Equip; Farm Misc; Tools; Some Household; Antiques. Stuart McSherry (204)467-1858 or (204)886-7027 www. mcsherryauction.com

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AUCTION SALE FOR DAVE & JESSIE REIMER Sat., June 2nd, 2012 11:00am. 8-mi N of Elm Creek or 9-mi S of Oakville MB on Hwy 13 till Rd 54N 5-mi W till Rd 29 turn S till yard #53154. Tractors: 2005 5455 MF mech frt; 1070 MF loader 3-PTH dual PTO 2 hyds 3,500-hrs, 18.4R34 frt 14.9R24; 2007 M108S Kubota mech frt 3-PTH 2 hyds, 32-SPD trans air ride seat dual PTO 740-hrs 18.4x34; 1949 8N Ford 3-PTH PTO newer manual for 8N Ford; Truck & Trailers: 1995 Ford F250 7.3 DSL 4x4 5-SPD std; 1999 20-ft Norbert Gooseneck Stock Trailer; 2000 26-ft. Norbert flat Deck Gooseneck Trailer; 2 shop bilt 4x8-ft quad Trailer; Haying Equip: 2002 814 Hesston Rd Baler; 1997 1150 12ft. Hesston Haybine; 15-ft. Vers PT Swather; NH 56 Hay Rake & 1 for parts; 7-ft. NH Trailer type sickle mower; 5-ft. 3-PTH rotory mower; Dump Rake; Hay Tester; Seeding & Tillage Equip: 20-ft. Vers Cult; 6 14 JD Plow; 13 sect Diamond Hyd Harrows; 16-ft. (2-8s) 100 INT Press Drills; 20-ft. Oliver Tandem Disc; 1300 Lilliston Fert Spreader; 175 Gehl Manure Spreader; 7-ft. 3-PTH Ford Cult; 7-ft. 3-PTH Sovema Rotovator; 7-ft. Coil Packer; 2 (older) grain wagons; 6x36-ft. Westfield PTO auger; 6x36-ft. Vers PTO Auger; Pencil Augers; Cattle Equip: 3-PTH Post Hole Auger; 9 & 14-in. Bits; 300-bu wood Self Feeder; Lewis Cattle Oiler; Paysen Squeeze Chute w/Palpation Cage; 10x20-ft. Calf Shelter; 17-in. Hammer Mill; Bale elevator; Panels & Rd bale Feeders; SS hog Feeder; Shop Tools: Floor model Drill Press; Parts Washer; 3000W power Generator; Banjo Pump; 100-ft. of 2-in. Water Hose; Elect Cut off saw; 1/2-in. elect Drill; 2 Sump Pumps; Submersible Pump; Hyd Jacks; Hyd implement cyl; Bolt bin w/new bolts; Steel Pipes; like new 1-in. Flat iron; Hand Tools & elect motors; elect Chain Saw Sharpener; 13A Side Grinder; 15, 16 & 20-in. Tires; Purple Martin House; Chains & Shovels; wheel barrow; wood work bench; Pony Saddle; Household & Butchering Equip: Meat Grinder w/3-HP elect motor; 1-gal Sausage Maker; SS top Table; Meat Tubs; 2 Feed Cookers; Meat Band Saw; Meat Cutting Block; Chicken plucker; 2 Twin Tubs; 2 wrapping paper holders; apart size Deep Freeze; 2 Deep Freezers; Fridge; Beam Scale; Picnic Table; Folding Tables; 2 small Tables; Dryer; 2 Kids Wagons; Valley Comfort stove; Windows; 4x4 wood box for small animals; Antiques & Col-lectibles: Steel Wagon Wheels; Horse Harness; Horse Collars; set of Spread Rings; Buggy Parts; Double Trees; Hay Knife; Hay Spade; hand Corn Grinder; Blow Torch; Kids Bob Sleigh; Model A Horns; Stable Lanterns; Road marker Lantern; Brass Milk Can; Cistern Pump; 3 & 5-gal Crocks. Terms: cash, cheque w/Photo ID debit, M/C Lunch served. Subject to additions & deletions. Not responsible for any errors in description GST & PST will be charged where applicable. Everything Sells AS IS where IS All Sales Final. Owners & auction company are not responsible for any accidents on sale site. Sale conducted by Nickel Auctions Ltd ofAustin MB Dave Nickel & Marv Buhler auctioneers. Phone (204)637-3393 cell (204)856-6900 website www.nickelauctions.com Owners: (204)436-2051

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Treichel OTTO and lOis Farm aucTiOn saTurday, may 26, 10 am darlingFOrd, mB directions: At the farm from Darlingford 4 miles south on hwy 31 and two miles east on road 9 and ½ north on 38. Tractors: *Case IH 5140 MFWD, 3 pth, left hand reverser, dual pto, with allied loader, only 4500 hrs. *Honda 4x4 T5000 yard tractor, 3 pth, pto, nice *36 in 3pth tiller used with Honda t 5000 *Cub Cadet front mount zero turn lawn mower *Cub Cadet lawn tractor with refitted Honda 20 hp engine collector items: *1940 IHC model H narrow front, starter lights *1952 IHC model A *1954 Model Super A /live hydraulic, after market seat, no serial # plate *1947 or so LK7 IHC pickup truck, very good tin, broken grill, not run for some time *Cordwood saw, 110 ft endless belt haying and Farm equipment: *Bale Case IH Model 4685A round baler make s 5x6 hard core bale *John Deere 330 Round baler 46’’x 51’’ bales *Hew Holland 966 mower conditioner 12 ft *New Idea side delivery rake *Bale hauler wagon 26 ft dual truck wheels *New Holland 697 tandem axle manure spreader Trucks and Trailers: *1980 Ford 1 ton deck, with goose neck trailer ball, 16’’ dual wheels v8 4 speed *1975 Ford F350 ton with box and hoist *Cattle trailer 24 ft goose neck *20 ft utility tandem axle similar to car hauler *Honda garden tiller large amout of wood working and shop tools and some household at beginning of auction Lunch available , owners 204-246-2074 See our website www.billklassen.com for photo’s & 2012 Spring Auction Catalog in your Farm Mailbox Bill Klassen auctioneers 204-325-4433 cell 6230 bill@billklassen.com

AUCTION SALES Saskatchewan Auctions DON & DOREEN MITCHEL AUCTION Sat., June 2nd, 2012. 10:00am 5-mi WEST on Hwy 15 Truck Route of BREDENBURY. BREDENBURY, SK. CONTACT KAI: (306)744-2945 (EVENINGS) ACREAGE: PT SW 01-23-02-2 20-acs, South of the lake in RM 213 Saltcoats, Taxes: $56.56. House, buildings & property on a beautiful setting along cut arm creek. House approx 28x40, 1,100-sq.ft. New addition of living room, bdrm, was added 4 yrs ago. 2 bdrms, bthrm, upstairs. Large kitchen w/oak cabinets, linoleum flooring. Partially finished block basement & added porch. Oil heat. w/attached 14x24 single car garage. Included are all storage sheds, 1,250 steel bin, barn & approx 22x30 converted shop. Excellent acreage for ownership or revenue. Approx 30-mi from Esterhazy Mine. Owner is selling because of health reasons & has the first right to refusal to accept or reject last bid. Viewing April 28th 2012 1:00pm-3:00pm, May 19th, 2012 1:00-3:00pm & all day sale day. If need be call (306)744-2945 for extra viewing. 20% down & balance in 30 days. SOLD RIGHT AFTER THE EQUIPMENT. PLUS ACREAGE EQUIP, TRACTORS, WAGONS, CULTIVATORS, AUGERS, VEHICLES, HORSE EQUIPMENT, YD, SHOP, HOUSEHOLD, ETC. This is a beautiful setting for an acreage. Machinery will sell first, acreage immediately after. Visit www.ukrainetzauction.com for updated listing & pics. Sale conducted by Ukrainetz Auction Theodore SK. (306)647-2661. License #915851. IRENE KULOVANY & ESTATE OF LAWRENCE KULOVANY AUCTION Sun., June 3rd, 2012 10:00am SN BOREEN HALL ESTERHAZY, SK. CONTACT: (306)745-3701. ACREAGE EQUIP: 2007 JD 3320 FWA DSL Tractor Ser#LV3320H232935, cab, 3 cyl DSL, FWA, pwr shift, 3-PTH, hydro, PTO w/JD 300 CX FEL, 150-hrs, mint; ATTACHMENTS, SOLD SEPARATE, MINT: JD Front Mount Snowblower; JD 60-in Rotor Tiller; JD 60-in. Finishing mower; 2005 JD LTR 180 Riding Lawn Mower Hydro 38-in., automatic unload bagger, mint; JD SX95 Mower 38-in. w/bagger; Yard estate sprayer; Fertilizer spreader; Toboggan; Trailrite 8x10 trailer, mint; *2002 Bombardier Quad Traxter XT 4WD, 3,100-mi, real nice* Loading ramp; Mini rotor tiller; Gas grass whip Plus more! PLUS SHOP, COMPRESSORS SAWS, GARDEN TOOLS, WRENCHES, GRINDERS, LIVE TRAPS, ETC. HOUSEHOLD ANTIQUES & 10 GUNS. Irene is moving. This is an excellent mint quality acreage sale. Everything is very clean & above average condition. This should be an excellent sale. Visit www.ukrainetzauction.com for updated listing & pics. Sale conducted by Ukrainetz Auction Theodore SK. (306)647-2661. License #915851.

MACK AUCTION CO. PRESENTS a house for removal & grain storage auction. Thurs., June 14th, 2012 3:00pm Benson, SK. Directions from Benson, SK. 3-mi N on Hwy 47 & 3-mi E. Watch for Signs! Open house Sun., June 10th, 2012. 3 bdrm bungalow approx 1,132-sq.ft. w/2x6 construction. House must be moved before Oct. 1st, 2012. Also selling 3 Westeel Rosco 3,500-bu. hopper bottom bins; 2 Westeel Rosco 2,200-bu. hopper bottom bins; Behlin 3,200-bu. hopper bottom bin w/aeration; harvest hopper; 2,000-bu. hopper bin; aeration fans. Visit www.mackauctioncompany.com for sale bill & photos. Join us on Facebook & Twitter. (306)421-2928 or (306)487-7815 Mack Auction Co. PL 311962

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MACK AUCTION CO. PRESENTS a farm equipment auction for Terry & Bhupinder Dreger (306)335-2512 Sat., June 16, 2012 10:00am Directions from Lemberg, SK from West side of Lemberg go 4-mi N & 1.5-mi W. Watch for signs! JD 4630 2WD tractor; Fordson Super Major DSL tractor w/FEL; McCormick Deering W6 tractor w/dozer blade; Farmall IHC 766 tractor; Hart Parr Oliver 80 tractor; JD L110 lawn tractor; Cub Cadet tractor w/mower & dozer; Turf Trac lawn tractor; IH 1460 SP combine w/2,507 engine hrs; IH 4000 SP swather w/20-ft. Macdon PU header; 30-ft. JD 590 PT swather; 1968 IH Loadstar 1600 grain truck; 1940 1-ton grain truck w/wood box; 1992 Chev 20 van; 70-ft. Inland Terminator I field sprayer w/800gal poly tank; 14-ft. Miller offset disc; Flexi Coil 60ft. tine harrows; Co-op G-100 18-ft. discer; Co-op G-100 18-ft. discer; Co-op G-100 12-ft. discer for parts; IH trailer type sickle mower; JD 227 rotary mower; poly drum swath roller; 2 Chief Westland 2,300-bu. bins on wood floor; 2 Chief Westland 1,900-bu. bins on wood floor; chore time 10-ton galvanized hopper bin; Baldor 3-HP aeration fan; Sakundiak 8-47 auger w/Wheatheart mover & bin sweep; Allied 6-27 auger w/electric motor; Scoop A Second 6-30 auger w/electric motor; Frehauf 500bu aluminum grain wagon end dump w/PTO, galvanized 100-bu hopper wagon; 2,000 & 500-gal fuel tanks & pumps; 6, 40-ft. Choretime chicken feeders; 6, 40-ft. chicken water troughs; 4, 100-ft. Choretime chicken feeders; 4, 100-ft. watering troughs; quantity of chicken brooders; older chicken barn for removal; Karcher 1750 gas powered pressure washer; JD T105C line trimmer; Detroit drill press; Comet Chop Saw; Testrite bandsaw; bolt bins; antique Vulcan blacksmith anvil; Forever fanning mill; bob sleigh; one way disc; walking plow harness. Plus many more hidden treasures! Visit www.mackauctioncompany.com for sale bill & photos. Join us on Facebook & Twitter. (306)421-2928 or (306)487-7815 Mack Auction Co. PL 311962

MACK AUCTION CO. PRESENTS a farm & livestock equipment auction for Peter Cozac (306)727-4889 Fri., June 15th, 2012 10:00am at Sintaluta, SK. Directions from Sintaluta 2-mi N, 3-mi E & 1.5-mi N. Watch for signs! JD 4250 2WD tractor w/JD 720 FEL & grapple fork; MF 750 combine w/3,803-hrs; 2007 Honda Foreman w/only 945-kms; 24-ft. IH 4000 SP swather w/UII PU header; JD 435 round baler; JD 346 square baler; 14-ft. Case IH 1590 haybine; JD STX lawn tractor; Allied bale elevator; 1986 Ford Lariat F-250 XLT DSL super cab PU; 1971 Ford 500 grain truck w/33,000-mi; Glendale 22-ft. tandem axle gooseneck stock trailer; 26-ft. PJ gooseneck flatdeck trailer w/ramps; Hi Hog maternity pen; Powder River calf tipping chute; Morand squeeze chute; Hi Hog gates; 40-bu. creep feeder; Ritchie water bowls, branding iron pot w/torch & tank, grooming equipment, chute, blower, combs, etc.; Ritchie water bowls, branding iron w/torch & tank, fence posts; steel fence posts; bundle of slabs; rolls of barb wire; rolls of barb wire; calf scale; plastic & wood feed troughs; 1,250-gal water trough; JD Trailfire snow machine; Westward Quad Sprayer; snow sled trailer; Explorer utility trailer; Inland 3-PTH snow blower double auger; 225-bu grain cart; IH 24-ft. cultivator; Cockshutt 12-ft. cultivator; 60-ft. Flexi Coil System 82 harrow packers; Danhauser 3-PTH 8-in. auger; bucket mounted hyd post hole auger; Brandt 8-in. auger w/new 11-HP engine; Sakundiak 6-37 auger w/Briggs engine; Brandt hyd drill fill; 8x10 garden shed; temporary grain rings w/tarps; 1,250-gal poly water tank; 100-gal slip tank; Wolfpac 270 AC/DC portable welder; Monarch water pump; OTC 25-ton hyd press; Poulan chain saw; Coleman portable air compressor. Visit www.mackauctioncompany.com for sale bill, video & photos. Join us on Facebook. (306)421-2928 or (306)487-7815 Mack Auction Co. PL 311962 Advertise your unwanted equipment in the Classifieds. Call our toll-free number and place your ad with our friendly staff, and don’t forget to ask about our prepayment bonus. Prepay for 3 weeks and get 2 weeks free! 1-800-782-0794.

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MACK AUCTION CO. PRESENTS a farm & live-stock equipment auction for Bar C Ranch (Dick & Diane Coombs) Mon., June 25th, 2012 10:00am Di-rections from Wroxton, SK. From Wroxton Juction Hwy #8, #80 & #10 go 3-mi S on Hwy 80 & 1.5-mi E into yard. Watch for signs! 2005 Buhler Vers 2145 Genesis II FWA tractor w/Vers 3895 SLS loader & grapple; 1998 Valtra Valmet 6400 FWA tractor w/675 SLS loader & 3PTH; Case 2090 2 WD trac-tor; Minneapolis Moline G-1000 2WD DSL tractor; Yard Works 17.5-HP lawn tractor; 2010 Leon 425 Silver manure spreader w/twin vertical spreaders; 16-ft 2004 Macdon 5020 mower conditioner w/crimpers; Case IH 8465A round baler, new West-ward F-1300 3PTH grass seeder; Flexicoil trailer type post pounder; IH 435 square baler; NH 57 3PTH hay rake; Westward trailer type gyro mower; MF 12 square baler; Brillion Sure Stand 10-ft grass seeder; Farm King 3PTH snow blower, chain & dia-mond harrows; 2001 Chrysler Intrepid SE 4 door car; 1972 IH Loadstar 1600 grain truck; 1971 Ford F-600 that needs work; 2000 Southland 7x20 gooseneck stock trailer; 30-ft Richards Welding tan-dem axle gooseneck flat deck trailer w/ramps & beavertail; 20-ft Innovation Fabricating tandem axle gooseneck flat deck trailer; 30-ft shopbuilt hay trail-er w/triple axle; antique wooden grain wagon; Honda Foreman ATV quad; Honda Fourtrax ES ATV quad; ATV snow plow; ATV utility cart; wireless camera system for calving; 2-solar powered water pumping system; solar powered electric fencers; new Two-W head gate; calf tipping table; 4 saddles & horse tack; 10 free standing windbreaks panels; 6 free standing 24-ft. panels; partial lift of 2x6 lumber; quality of corral panels & gates; quantity of round bale feeders; Lewis cattle oilers; mineral feeders calf pullers; calf scale; fencing supplies; lots of vet supplies; plus much more! Visit www.mackauctioncompany.com for sale bill & photos. Join us on Facebook & Twitter. Phone (306)421-2928 or (306)487-7815. Mack Auction Co. PL 311962.

MACK AUCTION CO. PRESENTS a large equipment yard auction Sat., June 23rd, 2012 10:00am at the Estevan Motor Speedway on the Shand Access Road E. Side of Estevan, Sask. Watch for signs! Up for auction 20-ftx50-ft insulated & lined shop for removal before Oct. 31st, 2012. Up for auction JD 4240 2WD tractor; JD 8440 4WD tractor; JD 8430 4WD tractor; JD 4010 2WD DSL tractor w/Case 70 FEL; JD 401 C 2WD industrial tractor; Vers 700 4WD tractor w/12-ft dozer blade & rear mount Allied 895 loader; Case 1370 2WD trac-tor w/clamp on duals; Belarus 611 2WD DSL tractor w/PTO; Gleaner L-2 SP combine; Gleaner 24-ft straight cut header; MF 24-ft 9024 combine header; Vers 20-ft PT swather w/Macdon PU reel; Koenders Poly swath roller; Case 8465 Round baler; MF #12 square baler & stooker; MF 124 square baler, 5 bundles 1x8-8-ft windbreak slabs; 4 Ritchie live-stock water bowls; 2007 Polaris Ranger 4WD side by side quad w/332-hrs, hard top canopy’s to fit Polaris Rangers; 2 place snowmobile trailer; 1966 Oldsmobile Cutlass 2 door hardtop car; 1959 4 door Impala 4 door for restoration; 1981 Cargostar single axle grain truck w/ Allison automatic; 1995 Chev ex-tended cab short box PU; 1995 Ford 150 4WD truck; 1998 Ford F150 4WD extended cab PU; 1994 Ford F150 4WD extended cab; 1993 Chev 2WD PU; 1993 Freightliner single axle 24-ft delivery van w/ramp; 1985 IHC delivery van w/466 engine, 1986 3-ton gravel truck; 1967 Dodge 1-Ton dually w/steel box & hoist; 1974 GMC 5000 grain truck w/steel box & hoist; Farm King 7-46 grain auger w/Onan engine; Sakundiak 6-33 grain auger; West-field 7-33 auger w/13HP Honda engine; Sakundiak 6-36 grain auger; 28-ft JD 655 air seeder; 33-ft Allis Chalmers 2600D Double Disc, 35-ft IH 55 chisel plow cultivator; 27-ft IH Vibra cultivator; 12-ft acreage cultivator; Rockomatic rock picker; 12-ft rock rake PTO drive; Land Pride 3-PTH 5-ft finishing mower; cement mixer; Leon FEL; 100 Barrel tri axle pup trailer; 2002 tilt 24-ft trailer flat deck trailer w/7,000-lbs winch; Well site mobile rig shack w/10x32 living quarters, shopbuilt 20-ft hi-boy flat deck trailer; Arnold Bros storage reefer van, enclosed B train storage trailers w/fuel storage & parts shelving; tandem axle dolly convertor; Rhino aluminum tub ATV trailer; Aluminum jet ski lift; Cub Cadet zero turn RZT lawn mower w/40-hrs; Eagle gas engine air compressor, slip tanks; 1,250-gal poly water tanks, aluminum ladders & step ladders; Met-al Industries 1,500-bu hopper bottom bin. Visit www.mackauctioncompany.com for complete printable sale bill, photos & video. Join us on Face-book. (306)487-7815 or (306)421-2928. Mack Auction Co. PL 311962.

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MACK AUCTION CO. PRESENTS a premium farm equipment auction for Dean Allen & the estate of Floyd Krell Thurs., June 14th, 2012 10:00am Directions from Benson, SK. 2-mi N on Hwy 47 & 8.75-mi W on 705 Grid & .5-mi N. Live internet bidding at www.bidspotter.com. JD 9100 4WD tractor w/2,065-hrs; Ford Vers 846 Designation 6 4WD tractor w/3,478-hrs; JD 6400 2WD tractor w/580-hrs; JD 4020 2WD tractor w/Leon FEL; JD 60 2WD tractor; Case 970 2WD tractor w/4,243-hrs; JD 9400 SP combine w/713 threshing hrs; 30-ft. JD 930 straight cut header; 21-ft. Case IH 721 swather; 30-ft. JD 9350 disc drills; Case IH 2 14-ft. Hoe Drillls w/factory transport; Case 3 12-ft. 6200 disc drills w/factory transport; 2010 Kubota BX2360 DSL 4WD yd tractor w/only 81-hrs; 2010 Land Pride 3-PTH 50-in. Rototiller; Leon 8-ft. 6 way dozer w/tilt & angle; Farm King 960B 3-PTH snow blower; Farm King trailer type mower; JD Gator TS 4x2 w/328-hrs; Yard Man LT 1238 lawn tractor; Yamaha 4WD Kodiak 400 quad; Honda 250 Big Red ATC; 2001 Ford F150 extended cab 4x4 truck w/only 33,300-kms; 1986 IH S1600 tandem tag axle DSL grain truck w/57,000-km; 1975 Chev C-65 grain truck w/29,300-mi; 2004 Chev Silverado 1500 extended cab 2WD PU; 1987 Ford F-800 grain truck w/24,900-kms; 1956 Chev 1-ton step side truck; 1947 1-ton step side grain truck w/box & hoist; 1992 Chev Silverado 1500 regular cab 2WD PU; 2004 Buick Century Limited 4 door car w/48,885-kms; Vers 400 20-ft. SP swather; NH 109 28-ft. PT swather; Co-op 428 swather; Cushion Air 5000 grain vac; Sakundiak 7-45 PTO auger; Sakundiak 7-45 auger w/Kawasaki engine; Pool 7-45 auger w/Kohler engine; Brandt 6-37 auger, hyd drill fill; 40-ft. JD 610 cultivator; 41-ft. Friggstad DT cultivator w/Degelman harrows; Morris 36-ft. rod weeder; Cockshutt 247 14-ft. cultivator; Cockshutt 15-ft. discer; 40-ft. diamond harrows; Highline 50-ft. wing up packer drawbar; 50-ft. Wilcar tine harrow sprayer; 14-ft. White cultivator; Rockomatic rock picker; NH 268 square baler; NH 357 mix mill; JD 410 round baler; Summers truck mount sprayer; 1,000gal poly water tank; 200-gal poly water tank, quantity of 2-ft. poly water hose; oak sideboard; Singer sewing machine; steamer & dome top trunks; cream separators; ice cream make; crocks. Plus many more hidden treasures, Chicago drill press; portable air compressor; portable air compressor; extension ladders; battery chargers; hand tools, plus much more! Visit www.mackauctioncompany.com for sale bill & photos. Join us on Facebook & Twitter (306)421-2928 or (306)487-7815 Mack Auction Co. PL 311962

AUTO & TRANSPORT AUTO & TRANSPORT Trucks 1985 FORD F700 GRAIN truck, 8.2 Detroit diesel, 5+2, 47,000-mi, savvied. Phone:(204)755-2910. 2006 PB 386, C13, 13-SPD, 990-kms. Nice, only $43,900. Phone: (204)324-6298. 75 DODGE 3-TON TRUCK, plumbed for hydraulic auger, roll-tarp, asking $3500 OBO. Phone Bob (204)352-4221, Glenella.

AUTO & TRANSPORT Semi Trucks & Trailers 1 SET OF B-TRAINS; 1 Hi-Boy & 1 step, 30-ft. each, will split; 1985 640 Universal tractor, 2WD; 1991 486 round baler, shedded. (204)252-2266 (204)871-1185.

2007 Kenworth T300 80,000 miles, 330 HP cummins, duel fuel tanks, 6 speed Allison auto tranny, DVD and headphones, 4 leather bucket seats & bench seat in 3rd row - seats 7 adults, differential locks, air ride & air ride hitch. Asking $85,000 - was $135,000 new. Contact Jared Sherman at Soderglen Ranches near Airdrie, AB. 403-333-0499

BEEKEEPING BEEKEEPING Bee Equipment 1 COWAN MINI UNCAPPER; 1, 16 frame w/baskets stainless steel extractor. Phone (204)526-2491 or (204)526-7963.

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AFAB INDUSTRIES IS YOUR SUPERIOR post frame building company. For estimates and information call 1-888-816-AFAB(2322). Website: www.postframebuilding.com

NH 664 ROUND BALER auto tie, $8,900.00 OBO; NH 688 Round Baler auto tie $8,900.00 OBO. Call Gary (204)326-7000 Steinbach, MB www.reimerfarmequipment.com

CONCRETE FLATWORK: Specializing in place & finish of concrete floors. Can accommodate any floor design. References available. Alexander, MB. 204-752-2069.

WANTED: NEW HOLLAND BALE wagons, also accumulator and forks. Roeder Implement, Seneca, Kansas (785)336-6103

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CONTRACTING CONTRACTING Custom Harvest WANTED: HARVESTER W/COMBINES & support equipment for August 2012 to harvest wheat & canola. Phone:(204)769-2417, Fairfax.

CONTRACTING Custom Work C & C DIGGING, ditching, dug outs, clean outs, lagoons, demolition, land clearing, disking, heavy disc rentals, manure stockpiling, verticle beater manure spreading, dirt & gravel hauling w/track hoes, long-reach track hoe, bulldozer, loader, trucks, laser & brush cutter. Phone:(204)749-2222 (204)856-3646. PASTURE PIPELINE SYSTEMS, we can do complete instillation of your shallow buried pipeline & water trough systems. Howard Ganske, Cartwright, MB. Phone:(204)529-2464. Email hlganske@xplorenet.com. PRAIRIE SILAGE SERVICES are now taking bookings for the 2012 silage season in Western MB & Eastern SK. We offer full, efficient service at competitive rates, for ensilaging alfalfa, grain & corn crops. Call Alec (204)867-0939.

CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT CASE 24B 4X4, 2.5-YD, 123-HP loader, shedded. $18,900. Will seal. Phone: (204)324-6298

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JD HAYBINE 1600A, FIELD ready, asking $6500 OBO. Phone Bob (204)352-4221, Glenella. NH 1441 DISC MOWER conditioner, 15-ft., $15,900 OBO. Call Gary (204)326-7000 Steinbach, MB www.reimerfarmequipment.com

FARM MACHINERY Haying & Harvesting – Swathers 1980 VERS 4400 SP, cab, 18-ft. draper head, $3,500 OBO. Phone (204)324-1924, leave msg. 93 MF 200 SWATHER w/22-ft grain table, Honeybee knife & drive, shedded, runs great, tractor has 4000-hrs & header 2000-hrs. Good condition, reasonably priced @ $10,000. Phone:(204)248-2407 or (204)526-5225.

FARM MACHINERY Haying & Harvesting – Various 1984 1480 IH COMBINE, real clean, $20,000 work order, $11,500; 4400 Vers swather 22-ft., new canvas, cab, $2,900. (204)529-2091 or (204)529-2046, Cartwright. 2002 688 NH BALER, auto-wrap, 540 PTO, always shedded, $9,400. Phone:(204)767-2327. 2003 BR 750 NH baler, excellent condition, always shedded, $10,500; 34-ft. aluminum hay trailer, $2,000. (204)269-5317 or (204)782-1336. 2009 JD 946 DISCBINE, flail conditioner, 2-pt hookup, like new, only cut 1000-ac.; 2002 NH 688, excellent shape; 2004 RB56 Challenger baler, wide pickup, mesh wrap, fully auto., 9000 bales;Tonuttie 6-wheel V-rake, no broken teeth, ready to rake; 1999 JD 1600 moco, 14-ft cutter. Phone:(204)371-5478. FOR SALE 16-FT HAYBINE #116 NH; 31-ft tandem disc White 272, new front blades. Phone Jack Bullied, (204)526-2857. FOR SALE: 6-ROW 30-IN Cressoni chopping corn head in VGC. Phone:(204)379-2031, St Claude. NEW HOLLAND 1116 HAY header w/adaptor for 9030 bi-directional. Phone:(204)373-2631.

Rebuilt Concaves

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

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Combines

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FERTILIZER SPREADERS 4T, $2000; 5T, $3000; 6T, $3500; 6T stainless, $4500; 6T Mobility, $5000; 10T tender, $2500; 16T tender, $5900; 18-ft Drillfill, $2500. Phone:(204)857-8403.

COMBINE FORD NH 1988 TR96, 971 header, 2,276 engine hrs, 1,875 sep hrs, good shape; Also 973 25-ft. flex header. Phone (204)745-6231

FARM MACHINERY Grain Bins

FARM MACHINERY Combine – John Deere

6, 2,000-BU. BINS some have aeration; some 1650 1,700-bu. bins. Phone (204)526-2491 or (204)526-7963.

2011 JD 9770 COMBINE, Premier cab, 615 PU, small grains concave, Contour Master, 22.5-ft. auger, duals, 55 engine hrs, like new. Phone (204)467-2109, after 8:00pm

BIG BINS & FLOORS at old prices, 20,000-56,000bu. bins holding prices until spring. NEW MOISTURE CABLES! Call Wall Grain for details (204)269-7616 or (306)244-1144 or (403)393-2662.

USED HOPPER BINS 1200, 1900, 2300, 5000 bushels. Used 14-ft Weststeel Rosco & 12-ft Behlen bins. New Brock bins in stock, 10,000-60,000 bushels. Phone:(204)746-6783.

75 truckloads 29 gauge full hard 100,000PSI high tensile roofing & siding. 16 colours to choose from.

FOR SALE: 1997 NH 1475 haybine, 2300 header, good condition, $8,500 OBO. Phone (204)827-2070, Glenboro, MB.

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2009 JD 946 DISC mower, flail conditioning, immaculate shedded condition, has only cut 900-acs, $27,000. Phone (204)824-2208 or (204)573-2208, Wawanesa.

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CUSTOM BIN MOVING Book now! Fert Tanks. Hopper Bins/flat. Buy/Sell. Call Tim (204)362-7103 or E-mail Requests binmovers@hotmail.com

BUILDING & RENOVATIONS Roofing

1989 JD 1600 MOWER conditioner 14-ft., new hyd pump, hoses & oil, field ready, $4,000. Phone (204)735-2340, Starbuck.

CAT 931 LOADER, PS trans, pedal steer, good undercarriage, $13,500. Case W14 wheel loader, well maintained, $17,500. Case 450 Crawler dozer, 6-way blade, $17,500. www.waltersequipment.com Phone:(204)525-4521.

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WEST STEEL GRAIN BINS, parts & extensions, 19-ft & 14-ft bin roof panels, steel & plastic culverts, colored & galvanized metal roofing & siding. Ridgeville, MB. Phone:(204)373-2685.

FARM MACHINERY Grain Dryers 2 BEHLEN STEEL BINS, have only been used once, are like brand new, 2,300-bu. each, wanting $4,200 firm. Phone (204)853-7755, Wpg. New GSI Grain Dryers - Propane/NG, canola screens, 1 or 3 phase, simple and accurate. Also some used dryers available. Vince Zettler, www.vzgrain.com (204)998-9915

JD 635 FLEX W/CWS Air Bar, A-1 condition, $33,900; 4 wheel trailer, $3900. Phone (204)324-6298.

Combine ACCessories FARM MACHINERY Combine – Accessories 2 GLEANER 327 STRAIGHT cut headers, 27-ft bat reel, new knives, shedded, asking $3000/each; one header carrier for $1200. Phone:(204)248-2407 or (204)526-5225. IN STOCK FLEX HEADERS w/PU reels, poly skids, Years 2000 & Up Full Fingered, 1993 JD 930 Flex, $7,950; 1995 JD 922 Flex, $5,900; 2000 JD 930 Flex Reconditioned, $17,900; 2006 JD 635 Flex Single point, Looks like new $27,900; 2000 JD 925 Flex, real nice, $15,900; 2007 JD 630 Flex Single point, beautiful platform $28,900. Over 20 platforms in stock, all makes. All prices OBO. Header Trailers also available. Call Gary (204)326-7000 Steinbach, MB www.reimerfarmequipment.com

NEW MC DRYERS IN STOCK w/canola screens 300-2,000 BPH units. Why buy used, when you get new fuel efficient & better quality & control w/MC. Call Wall Grain for details (204)269-7616 or (306)244-1144 or (403)393-2662.

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NH 495 HAYBINE, 12-FT, in good condition, field ready, comes w/end transport. $3250 OBO. Phone:(204)856-9385, Portage La Prairie MB. NH 853 ROUND BALER, new chain & PU, rebuilt PU last year, $3,500. (204)722-2023

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FARM MACHINERY Tillage & Seeding – Air Seeders 1997 EEZEE ON 28-ft, 10-in spacing, 175-bu tank, rubber packers, harrows, $30,000 OBO; 1994 Eezee On 24-ft., 10-in. spacing, 175-bu tank, rubber packers, harrows, $17,500 OBO; CCIL 23-ft. cultivator w/110-bu Flexicoil tank, $9,500.00 OBO. Call Gary (204)326-7000 Steinbach, MB www.reimerfarmequipment.com 210 SERIES FH 424-28 w/2115 tank, extended to 169-bu. new cross auger, new shaft monitor, new clutch, liquid kit, 7-in. fill auger, 3 quarter inch openers used 1 season, field ready, $10,000 firm. (204)967-2009, Kelwood, MB.

FARM MACHINERY Tillage & Seeding – Seeding FC 5000, 57-FT, 9-IN, rubber press, double fan, double shoot w/third tank. A-1 condition. $57,900. Phone: (204)324-6298

INTL B414 INCLUDES 3-PTH, forks, bucket, blade, snow blower, $8,000 OBO. Phone (204)766-2397. INTL INDUSTRIAL 484 W/INDUSTRIAL loader factory cab & air, 4,500 actual hrs, tractor is in excellent condition, price $10,500. Phone (204)853-7755, Wpg.

FARM MACHINERY Tractors – John Deere 1989 JD 3155 CAB, air, Htr, Frt Whl Assist,JD 740 Ldr, grapple. joystick, 7,200-hrs, $38,500 OBO. Gary (204)326-7000 Steinbach, MB. www.reimerfarmequipment.com 1994 JD 6400 CAB, air, Htr, Frt Whl Assist, JD 640 Ldr, 7-ft. Bucket, 5,200-hrs One Owner, $39,500 OBO. Gary (204)326-7000 Steinbach, MB www.reimerfarmequipment.com JD 4440 W/6000-HRS, FACTORY duals, cab air/heat, 707 Leon loader w/quick-attach bucket. Phone:(204)427-2703. JD 5225 CAB, air, htr, Frt Whl Assist, 3-PTH, 56-HP, JD563 ldr, 200-hrs, like new, $47,900 OBO. Gary (204)326-7000 Steinbach, MB www.reimerfarmequipment.com

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1985 3545 MF TRACTOR 2WD, 125 PTO HP, 4,500-hrs, trans 16 forward gears 8 reverse, $14,000. Phone (204)727-8038.

35-FT IHC DEEP TILLER, no harrows or tandem wheels, cable-lift, asking $1200 OBO. Phone Bob (204)352-4221, Glenella.

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FARM KING 60-FT HARROW bar spring harrows, low wear, good condition, asking $1200. Phone:(204)248-2407 or (204)526-5225.

FARM MACHINERY Tillage & Seeding – Various 12-FT IH 5100 DD Wheel Drill, C W grass seed attachment. Phone:(204)638-7425. FOR SALE: SUNFLOWER TANDEM disc 32-ft cflex in VGC. Phone:(204)379-2031,St Claude. JD TANDEM DISC AW model, 20-in. blades, 9-in. spacing, 13-ft. wide, good shape, $3,000 OBO. Phone (204)669-9626.

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FORD F800 3-PTH, like new tires, $3,500; Ford 9N, 3-PTH, runs nice, $2,000. Call Gary (204)326-7000 Steinbach, MB. www.reimerfarmequipment.com

FARM MACHINERY Tractors – Versatile 1985 836 DESIGNATION 6, 4WD Versatile w/M10 Cummins engine, showing 6,875-hrs, plummed for air seeder, tires are 18.4x38 Goodyear’s, w/90% rubber left, tractor has PTO & in very good condition, very economical on fuel. Phone:(204)836-2293 & leave message.

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FOR SALE: 1985 VERSATILE 876 4-WD, 280HP, 20.8-38 tires, PTO, re-built power shift, always shedded, $25,000. Phone:(204)743-2173, Cypress River.

FARM MACHINERY Sprayers

1987 DUETZ 7085 FWA, open-station, 85hp, 5900-hrs, Allied 794 FEL $17,000. (204)525-4521 www.waltersequipment.com

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STEVE’S TRACTOR REBUILDER specializing in JD tractors in need of repair or burnt, or will buy for parts. JD parts available. Phone: 204-466-2927 or cell: 204-871-5170, Austin.

GOODS USED TRACTOR PARTS: (204)564-2528 or 1-877-564-8734, Roblin, MB.

BLUE 80-FT. BRANDT QF, new tank & pump, cam handler, wind cones, foam markers, $5,500. (204)483-2717, Souris. BRANDT SB 4000 PT sprayer, 100-ft. suspended boom, 1,600-gal US tank, rinse tank, Raven controller, Norak boom height, chem handler, windcones, triple nozzle bodies, 5 section plumbing, frost kit, 380/85Rx46 tires, excellent condition, $42,000. 30.5Rx32 tires on rims avail. Flexicoil model 65 PT sprayer, 100-ft. wind curtains, hyd pump, double nozzles, foam marker, 800-gal Imp, good condition, $4,300. (204)635-2625, cell (204)268-5539, Stead.

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SUMMERS 120-FT SPRAYER 1250-GAL wind screens, hyd. pump, raven controller, 18.4x38 tires, 3 set of nozzles. Asking $2000; Spray Air 90-ft 3-pt sprayer, asking $5500. Phone:(204)248-2407 or (204)526-5225.

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3225 BOURGAULT AIR CART for sale, in good condition, single shoot, w/fill auger & holds 225-bu. It is a tow behind & comes w/monitor & wiring. This unit meters Canola very accurately & is easy to set, asking $12,500. Phone (204)252-2232, Rossendale, MB.

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1985 4-270 WHITE, 270-300-hp, PTO, 4spd p-shift 4300-hrs, Asking $26,500. Phone:(204)322-5483 or (204)461-0854.

FARM MACHINERY Tractors – Case/IH 1997 CASE STEIGER 9390 6,420-hrs, almost new 520/85Rx42 triples, 4 hyds, 24-SPD, weights, very good, $96,000. Phone (204)635-2625 or cell (204)268-5539, Stead.

FARM MACHINERY Tractors – Various 79 2670 CASE pwr shift, needs hyd pump, otherwise good, $3,000; 1984 Massey 2745 5,000-hrs, V8, 24-SPD, 150-HP, dual, pwr shift, good shape, but clutch won’t release, motor needs to be split, $5,000. (204)722-2023

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FARM MACHINERY Machinery Miscellaneous 1978 FORD(700) 16X8 BOX, $2,900. Mayrath g.auger, 10x60, $1,150. 10-ft, 3P.H D.tiller $275. W/trade on misc. mach. Phone:(204)347-5995. St. Malo. 1979 CASE 2290 TRACTOR, duals, 4850-hrs; 1975 GMC 6500 truck, 5 & 2 transmission w/box & hoist, new 900-20 tires; International 100 rubber press drill, 24-ft. Phone:(204)886-2461, Teulon. 1987 CASE 2294 DUEL 3-pt CAHR, excellent rubber, extra clean, inside & out, runs & shifts excellent; IH 784 tractor & 2250 loader, 3-pt, 65 hp w/6800-hrs; Aloe quickie 790 loader & grapple w/JD mounts, like new; JD 3600, 2x5 bottom plows w/ coulters; Schulte rock picker; Vermier H baler, excellent older baler; 1996 Green Valley cattle trailer 6 1/2x24-ft. Phone:(204)425-3466. 1989 FREIGHTLINER 425 CAT engine, 15-SPD trans, 11R24.5 tires 10% worn, 22-ft. cancade box like new, electric & hyd w/2 controls, bought 1997 always shedded, asking $30,000; 1964 4020 JD, 9000-hrs, make offers. (204)353-2499. 1996 GREAT DANE 53-FT van trailer for storage, insulated, no leaks; 1996 Doepker 50-ft step deck, triple axle air ride, 22 winches, extendable lights, 2 storage compartments, excellent shape; 1995 Wabash 48-ft flat deck, triple axle, air ride winches; also all types of new goose necks, car haulers, utility & dump trailers available. Phone:(204)425-3518. 2001 NH TS110 MFWD loader w/joystick, CAHR 3-pt, 4500-hrs, very tight, clean tractor; JD 450 hyd. push manure spreader; 1999 NH 1431 discbine, rubber rolls, well maintained, clean machine; JD 3100, 2x6 bottom plows w/coulters; 1996 Case 8465 baler, excellent condition, only 5000 bales; NH 116 MOCO, 14-ft cutter; Bueler 510 brush mower, 3-pt or trail type, like new. Phone:(204)381-9044. 21-FT. AC DOUBLE DISC 1 wing, $2,200 OBO. Phone (204)324-1924, leave msg. 60-FT. HERMAN HARROW, $900; 25-ft. JD chisel & harrows, $1,800; 24-ft. Wilrich cultivator w/harrows, $900; 40-ft. Vibra shank w/harrows, $1,800; 41-ft. 7-in. Farm King auger w/13-HP Honda engine, $1,100; 8 wheel V rake, 3-PTH, $1,200; 12-ft. Richardson Hi-Dump, $1,150. (204)529-2091 or (204)529-2046, Cartwright. 70-FT SUMMERS HEAVY HARROW, $15,000; H-14 & H-17 Phoenix harrows flexheads JD 925, $6500; JD930, $7500; IH #1020 25-ft, $6000; #1015 Pickup header, $3000; IH #820, $2000; Vermeer #21 twin hydraulic rake, $4000; 14 wheel rake, $7000; 12 wheel, $6000; Hay conditioners, $800 up; Manure spreaders Meyers 550, $11,900; NH #800, $8000; New idea #3634, $4000; H&S 400BU, $3500; Gehl 310 Scavanger, $2500. Phone:(204)857-8403. AEROWAY 15FT LOW ACRES, like new, $10,000 (780)524-2987, Valleyview, Ab. BALERS JD 535, $5,900; JD 530, $3,900; JD 510, $1,500; New Idea 485, $3,500; Row Crop Cultivators 4-12R Lilliston 6-8R, priced to sell; Wishek 14ft. dics, $16,000; IH #760, $5,000; IH #770, $8,000; JD 16-ft. $4,000; Rippers DMI 5 shank, $10,900; 7 shank, $12,900; 10-ft. box scraper, $2,150; 12-ft., $2,450; Cattle squeeze, $1,600; Creep Feeder, $1,200; Hesston 2410 Disc 40-ft., $6,000. Phone (204)857-8403. CENTERLINE 220 GPS SYSTEM by Teejet, $800 OBO; 95-ft. Flexicoil #62 sprayer w/disc markers & foam markers, $3,800 OBO; New Honda GX120 2in. water pump, $425 OBO; Westfield 8x41 w/25-HP Kohler engine self propelled & wheat heart drag swing auger, $4,700 OBO; JD 9350 drill 3x10ft. w/drill carrier seed, fertilizer & grass seed attachment, $2,700 OBO; Haulall seed tanks 9x8-ft., $800 OBO. (204)746-8721 EMERSON 600 SCRAPER, $4,500; Degelman rock picker, $500. (204)483-2717, Souris. EQUINOX TANKS: LR 171 915 imperial gallons, vented lid, $520 SPC; LR 177 yellow 1250-gal tank $660 SPC, LR 175; black, 1250-gal $425 SPC, all 2-yr warranty. 6-ft Farm King mechanical swath roller mount, $675. A&T Sales LTD. Phone: (204)822-1354 or (204)823-1559. FORDSON MAJOR C/W AUXILIARY hydraulics, pwr assist steering, FEL, $2,500; 50-ft. of Allied harrows, $250; Mel Cam side post stone picker, $500; NH haybine, $200; 18-ft. Morris Seedrite, $250; 6-in. grain auger, 24-ft. long w/flexible spout & hyd drive, used as a drill fill; 8-in. Vers PTO auger, 39-ft $500. (204)826-2045 FOR SALE: 50-FT RITE Way harrows, Morris 80-14 Seed Rite Hoe Drill, Degelman Rock Picker, 26-ft Vers. Grain Auger w/Orbit motor, Bale wagon. All in good condition. Phone:(204)564-2251.

GRAVITY WAGONS: NEW 400-BU., $6,700; 600bu., $12,000; used 250-750-bu., $2,000 & up; Grain Carts 450-1,050-bu. Brent 610, $9,500; Brent 410, $8,500; JM 875, $20,000; Grain Screeners, $200 & up; Kwik Kleen 5 Tube, $4,000; 7 Tube, $6,500; Extra Screens, $150 each; Gehl 14-ft. haybine, $3,900; NH 116 Needs some work, $3,000; 9-ft. NH mower, $2,200; IH #1100, $1,500; Melroe plows 7-18, $3,000; 8-18, $3,000; 8-16, $3,000. Phone (204)857-8403. LODEKING 14-FT DRILLFILL; NH3 kit w/hyd shutoff; front fenders for JD MFWD tractor; 16-ft MacDon haybine, shedded; 31-ft Co-op deep tiller. Phone (204)386-2412, Plumas, MB. MOWERS WOODS 20-FT BATWING, $7500; JD #1518, $8500; Woods 10-ft, $3500; Woods 6-ft, $1600; JD 5-ft, $1000; Allied #2795 loader, $4500; Dual #340, $2000; New Skidsteer grapple-bucket, $1600; Pallet fork, $850; Hydraulic post auger, $2250; Danhauser 3-PTH auger, $1200; Shaver post pounder, $800; Doepker 7-yd scraper, $2500; JD 12-yd, $12,000; Degelman GD rock picker, $2500; Hay buster #106, $2500; Rockmaster 56 hydraulic, $4900. Phone:(204)857-8403. NELROW SPRAY COUP 216, cab, side gallons, 200-gal tank; Pull-type International 1480 Combine; Wilrich 34 Culitvator; Wilrich 33 Deep-tiller; Mckay& Nickel sweeps. Phone:(204)825-2719. NH 855 ROUND BALER, field ready, $2200 OBO. JD 2320 16ft swather, cab, air, $2000 OBO. 16ft gooseneck stock trailer, $2500 OBO. Phone: (204)348-2080. NH DISCBINE 1432, BEHLER 10 Wheel Rake, Mole Hill Leveler, all excellent condition. Shellmouth, MB. Phone:(204)564-2540. www.buyandsellfarmmachinery.com. WIRELESS DRIVEWAY ALARMS, calving/foaling barn cameras, video surveillance, rear view cameras for RV’s, trucks, combines, seeders, sprayers and augers. Mounted on magnet. Calgary, Ab. (403)616-6610. www.FAAsecurity.com

FARM MACHINERY Machinery Wanted 930 RIGID STRAIGHT CUT header or draper header to fit 9600 JD combine. Phone:(204)822-3338. Evening or leave message. WANTED: 3-PT HITCH, 9-FT New Holland mower, any condition. Phone:(204)843-2917, early mornings or late evenings. WANTED: GOOD Phone:(204)655-3458.

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WANTED: MULCHERS TO FIT behind an HC cultivator, approximately 20-ft. Phone:(204)256-4664. WANTED: NARROW FRONT FOR late model A JD, 1290 JD planter, 40 & 45 JD combine, corn binder w/12-ft elevator, mm uni-harvester, drive wheels for cockshutt hay loader, corn picker, corn husker-shredder. Phone Michael:(204)270-0008.

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LIVESTOCK Cattle – Angus BATTLE LAKE FARM HAS PB Black & Red yearling Angus bulls & 2, 2 yr old Red bulls for sale. Phone (204)834-2202, Carberry. BLACK & RED ANGUS bulls for sale, 2 & 3 yr olds, asking $2,300. Phone (204)937-3378.

LIVESTOCK Cattle – Black Angus BLACK ANGUS & POLLED Hereford bulls for sale, yearling & 2 yr olds. Semen tested, performance records & delivery available. Call Don Guilford (204)873-2430, Clearwater. BLACK HAWK ANGUS HAS for sale Reg Yearling Bulls, all bulls are easy calving, hand fed & quiet. Also selling experienced 2 yr old bulls. Phone Kevin (204)529-2605, Mather. BLACK MEADOWS ANGUS OFFERS for sale large selection of yearling Angus Bulls & 2 Herd Sires. Blood line’s include HF TIGER, Remitall Rachis, Remitall Hold Mine & others. All bulls are fertility tested. EPD’s & weigh sheets available. Call Bill (204)567-3782. BOTANY ANGUS & LEANING SPRUCE STOCK FARMS have for sale yearling Black Angus bulls. These bulls are fed a grower ration. For performance information and prices contact Ryan. Come early, a deposit will hold your purchase until spring. Contact Ryan Shearer (204)824-2151 or Lyall Edgerton (204)483-2913. FOR SALE:15 Black Angus yearling bulls. Phone Holloway Angus (204)741-0070 or (204)483-3622 Souris, MB. FOR SALE: 45 YEARLING Black Angus bulls, excellent quality, $2,000-$2,500 & some 2 to 4 yr old bulls. Merlin Scott (204)835-2087, McCreary, MB. SEMEN TESTED QUALITY Black Angus yearling bulls, good selection. Also Red Angus & Simm/Red Angus bulls. Blue Gentian Angus (204)425-3401 or cell (204)380-2551.

LIVESTOCK Cattle – Red Angus 2 YR OLD RED Angus bulls, $1600 each. Phone: (204)371-6404, Ste Anne, MB. F BAR & ASSOCIATES ANGUS bulls for sale. Choose from 25, two yr old & yearling Red & Black Angus bulls. Great genetics, easy-handling, semen tested. Terms & delivery can be arranged. Call for sales list or other details. Inquiries & visitors welcome. We are located in Eddystone, MB, about 20-mi East of Ste Rose, or 25-mi West of Lake Manitoba Narrows, just off Hwy 68. Call Allen & Merilyn Staheli (204)448-2124, E-mail amstaheli@inethome.ca

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WILKINRIDGE STOCK FARM HAS several good quality Red Angus bulls for sale, also has Maine-Anjou bulls for sale. Phone:(204)373-2631 Sid Wilkinson.

LIVESTOCK Cattle Auctions GLADSTONE AUCTION MART LTD Summer Sale Schedule

Cattle Sale Days June 12th, June 26th, July 10th For More Information Phone Gerald at the Mart (204)385-2537 License # 1108

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LIVESTOCK Cattle – Charolais 10 PB CHAROLAIS COWS bred Charolais & 10 open heifers. Martens Charolais & Seed (204)534-8370.

14 COWS W/CALVES, 1 bred fall calver. Phone: (204)855-2897 or (204)748-7442.

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6 PUREBRED &1 Fullblood Full Fleck calving ease, yearling bulls for sale. All bulls, except the fullblood, have been sired by KOPS Livewireson 57W, they are semen tested & ready to go. Contact Dallas Ehr from Forty Creek Ranch to learn more about the pedigree & come down to the farm to check them out. Phone:(204)212-0107

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LIVESTOCK Cattle – Gelbvieh FOR SALE: POLLED YEARLING Fullblood & PB Gelbvieh bulls, semen tested & guaranteed. Birth weights from 79-98-lbs. Gofflot Bar 2 (204)854-2530.

LIVESTOCK Cattle – Hereford BLACK & RED SIMMENTAL & Polled Hereford yearling bulls. Semen tested, BVD tested, tie broke. Call Bill Biglieni, WLB Livestock, (204)763-4697, (204)729-7925. POLLED HEREFORD & BLACK Angus bulls for sale, yearlings & 2 yr olds available. Semen tested, performance records & delivery available. Call Don Guilford (204)873-2430, Clearwater. POLLED HEREFORD YEARLING BULLS. Call Vern Kartanson (204)867-2627 or (204)867-7315, Minnedosa. REGISTERED YEARLING DE-HORNED herdford heifers & registered horned hereford bulls. Call Wendal Reimer, (204)379-2773, St Claude.

LIVESTOCK Cattle – Limousin AMAGLEN LIMOUSIN BULLS for sale at home or at Douglas Bull Test Station. Black or Red, Polled, birth weights 78-98-lb, semen tested. Home bulls delivered when you need them. (204)246-2312. TRIPLE R LIMOUSIN, OFFERING bulls by private treaty, 30 yearling & 2-yr olds, Limousin & Limousin Angus, black & red, polled, performance or calving ease for heifers, out cross blood lines, your source for quality Limousin genetics. Call Art (204)685-2628 or (204)856-3440.

EQUIPMENT SALES

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FOR SALE: 40 BRED cows pregnancy checked. Phone (204)685-2899, leave msg.

LIVESTOCK Cattle Wanted

TIRED OF THE HIGH COST OF MARKETING YOUR CALVES?? 300-700 LBS. Steers & Heifers Rob: 528-3254, 724-3400 Ben: 721-3400 800-1000 LBS. Steers & Heifers Don: 528-3477, 729-7240

Contact: D.J. (Don) MacDonald Livestock Ltd. License #1110 Horses LIVESTOCK Horses – Norweigian Ford FOR SALE: TEAM of Grey Norwegian Fjord Horses, 4-yrs old. Phone:1 (204)523-4211 or Cell:(204)534-7656.

CEE FARMS MAINE-ANJOU HAS for sale yearling & 2 yr old Maine-Anjou bulls, all solid colour, all Polled. Tested & guaranteed, delivery avail. Moderately priced. (204)476-6447, leave msg.

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WILKINRIDGE STOCK FARM HAS good quality Maine-Anjou bulls for sale & several Red Angus bulls for sale. Phone:(204)373-2631 Sid Wilkinson.

LIVESTOCK Cattle – Salers PUREBRED SALER BULLS FOR 2-yr old, red or black, birth weight performance bloodlines in Canada, timum growth, very quiet, semen teed. Phone:(204)762-5512.

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LIVESTOCK Cattle – Shorthorn FOR SALE: 2-YR OLD Shorthorn bull, polled, red colour, docile & a proven breeder. Call Uphill Shorthorns, Hamiota, MB. Phone:(204)764-2663 or Cell (204)365-7155. FOR SALE: RED POLLED yearling bulls. Performance tested, semen tested, delivery available. Also 1 red polled 2-yr old. Poplar Park Farm, Hamiota MB. Phone:(204)764-2382. YEARLING & 2 YR old Shorthorn bulls, Roan & Red. Orville Renwick (204)522-8686, Melita.

2 TWO-YR OLD BULLS. Not overconditioned. One Red factor, above average testicular, semen tested, on grass & ready to go. Excellent feet & legs, delivered. Ian Milliken. Phone:(204)877-3346, Reston. imilliken@mts.net

CONRAY CATTLE CO-FOR SALE by private treaty, PB Red Simmental yearling bulls, polled thick high performance bulls. Will keep until spring. Semen tested & delivered. Call (204)825-2140 evenings, Connor or Gayle.

CHAROLAIS BULLS FOR SALE at the farm. Good selection, come and take a look. Walking Plow Charolais, Phone:(204)427-2589.

FULL BLOOD, RED & Black Simmental Bulls. Yearlings & 2-yr old. Semen tested & delivered. Triple T Diamond Simmentals. Phone:(204)762-6156, Stewart Cell:(204)739-8301, Wade Cell:(204)739-3225.

HTA CHARLOAIS HAS PERFORMANCE tested polled yearling bulls for sale, sired by Merit 5323R Trademark & Westwyn. Bulls are semen tested. Phone (204)328-7103 or (204)724-3600.

FOR SALE: 30 PB 4 yr old Red Angus cows bred Gelbvieh. 1/2 half calving now, 1/2 fall calvers. Phone (204)886-7009 or (204)886-2245, Teulon.

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LIVESTOCK Cattle – Simmental

FOR SALE: YEARLING & 2 yr old Charolais bulls, coloured & white, quiet, tested, delivered, $2,100. Wayne Angus (204)764-2737, Hamiota.

BULL FOR SALE: 1-2yr old Red Angus X Charolais. Will semen test, $1600. Call Mark after 6:00pm (204)422-5914.

LIVESTOCK Cattle – Maine-Anjou

1, 3 YR OLD Polled Charolais bull & 4 Polled Red factor Charolais yearlings. Phone Springer Charolais (204)768-3177 or cell (204)768-4351, Ashern, MB.

DEFOORT STOCK FARM HAS 1 of the largest groups of Charolais bulls for sale private treaty in MB. Selling both White & Red factor, moderate birth weights, performance tested & semen tested. 32 yrs in the business. Check out our website for both pics & info www.defoortstockfarm.com Phone Gord & Sue (204)743-2109 anytime.

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PB CHAROLAIS BULLS, semen tested & guaranteed breeders. Some AI sired. Solid calving ease bulls from top bloodlines. Phone (204)252-3115.

Polled Red Simmental Heifer bulls

FOR SALE 2 YEARLING Charolais bulls, semen tested, yearling & birth weights, guaranteed & can be delivered. Jack Bullied, (204)526-2857.

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REG PURE BRED RED Angus yearling bulls & two 2-yr old bulls for sale. Semen tested, guaranteed ,papers & delivered. Call Don (204)422-5216.

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SUMMER SHEEP & GOAT SALES 1st Thursday of Every Month June 1st 1PM Gates Open Mon.-Wed. 8AM-4PM Thurs. 8AM-11PM Friday 8AM-6PM Sat. 8AM-4PM For more information call: 204-694-8328 or Jim Christie 204-771-0753

2 1/8, 2 3/8, 2 7/8, 3 1/2-in oilfield pipe; 3/4, 7/8, 1in sucker rod; 4.5, 5.5, 7-in., 8 5/8, 9 5/8s casing pipe. (204)252-3413, (204)871-0956.

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MARTENS CHAROLAIS 2-YR OLD & yearling bulls, sired by Specialist, (consistant thickness) Dateline for calving ease & performance. Red-Mist (Red factor). Nobleman 3-yr old bull. For beef bulls Martens Charolais. Phone:(204)534-8370.

FOR SALE: 2 YEARLING Simm bulls (1 Polled) 1 (2 yr old) polled Simm bull. I am calving heifers to this bull now. 1 mature polled Simm bull. I have calves to see, all born unassisted to cows out in the pasture. Also consigning to “Transcon Cattle Country Simmental & Charolais Bull Sale.” Neepawa Apr 12th. 3 yearling Simm bulls (2 polled) Delight Simmentals (204)836-2116 St. Alphonse, MB.

WANTED: BUTCHER HOGS SOWS AND BOARS FOR EXPORT

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Specialty LIVESTOCK Livestock Equipment 8 HEAVY BUILT CONCRETE cattle feed bunks, $150/each. Phone:(204)322-5341. Warren, MB. FOR SALE: THREE SETS of draft size team harness, two used leather sets, one new biothane set. Phone:1 (204)523-4211 or Cell:(204)534-7656. KELLN SOLAR SUMMER/WINTER WATERING System, provides water in remote areas, improves water quality, increases pasture productivity, extends dugout life. St. Claude/Portage, 204-379-2763.

ORGANIC ORGANIC Organic – Certified ORGANIC PRODUCERS ASSOCIATION OF MANITOBA CO-OPERATIVE (OPAM). Non-profit member owned organic certification body, certifying producers, processors and brokers since 1988. Phone: (204)567-3745, Miniota, Manitoba. Email: info@opam-mb.com

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Semen tested and ready to go. One 2 year old with an 82 lb birthweight (pictured) and two yearlings. Good milking, maternal genetics. Z-Bar Simmentals Langruth, MB. $2500 obo. (204)445-2326

SINGLE? CANDLELIGHT MATCHMAKERS can help you find each other! Everyone deserves a Happy Relationship. Confidential, Photos & Profiles to selected matches. Affordable, local, 2 upcoming Weddings! Serving MB, SK, NW Ontario. Call/Write for info: Box 212, Roland, MB, R0G 1T0, (204)343-2475.

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NOTRE DAME USED OIL

FOR SALE: BLUE HEELER pups, from good working & FILTER DEPOT parents, born March 4th, 2012. Phone (204)732-2481, evenings. • Buy Used Oil • Buy Batteries

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REAL ESTATE

Southern and Western Manitoba REAL ESTATE Tel: 204-248-2110 Cottages & Lots

3 BDRM COTTAGE at Lake Manitoba Narrows, fully winterized & furnished, new 24x24-ft. garage, walking distance to lake, lot size 145-ft.x175-ft. For more info call (204)646-4047 or cell (204)280-9180.

REAL ESTATE Houses & Lots NEW READY TO MOVE homes. 28x44, 1,232-sq.ft., 3 bdrm, 2 bath, $68,000; 30x44, 1,320-sq.ft., 3 bdrm, $75,000; 1,520-sq.ft., 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, $85,000. Marvin Homes Inc.(204)326-1493 or (204)355-8484. OLDER ONE BDRM HOUSE for sale, to be moved, 38x20, tin roof & newer siding. Located near Dauphin. Phone:(204)638-7320.

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PEDIGREED SEED PEDIGREED SEED Cereal – Various BULK CERTIFIED #1 CARBERRY, Kane wheat, Certified Hanley Flax. All very high germ & purity. Phone: (204)744-2208 or cell (204)825-7249, St Léon MB. JAMES FARMS LTD: AC Barrie & AC Carberry Wheat, Leggett & Summit Oats, Hanley Flax, Various Canola, Sunflower & Soybean seed varieties, Forage seed. Customer processing. Seed treating & delivery available. Early payment discounts. For info (204)222-8785, toll free 1-866-283-8785, Winnipeg. PINNACLE & SUMMIT OATS, Carberry Wheat, CDC Sorrel Flax, Chadburn Soybeans. Krym Farms Ltd (204)955-5562, Rosser, MB. PUGH SEEDS: CERT KANE, AC Barrie, Somerset Wheat. Souris Oats. Ronald Oats, Reg & Cert Sorrel Flax. Phone (204)274-2179, Bill’s cell (204)871-1467, Barry’s cell (204)872-1851, Portage.

PEDIGREED SEED Oilseed – Canola

SEED / FEED / GRAIN SEED/FEED MISCELLANEOUS Hay & Straw 100-ACS 3 YR OLD Alfalfa Grass spending hay for sale, Beausejour Rd 90N & 41, West of Hwy 12. Phone (204)265-3369, after 9:00pm. 1ST & 2ND CUT large round hardcore Alfalfa & Horse Quality Hay, feed tested, 1,500-1,800-lbs. Phone:(204)246-2032 or (204)823-0431, Darlingford. 2500 MEDIUM SQUARE BALES Timothy hay, horse quality, stored in hay shed. Also 500 large round bales Alfalfa/Timothy mix, no rain, can deliver. Phone: (204)372-6937.

SEED/FEED MISCELLANEOUS Grain Wanted

CANOLA WANTED

FARMERS, RANCHERS, SEED PROCESSORS BUYING ALL FEED GRAINS

Heated, Green, Damaged Buying all levels of damaged canola. Excellent Market Prices. Bonded, Insured.

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FOR SALE: 250 LARGE, ROUND hay bales, Alfalfa brome, no rain, good quality, excellent condition. $45/ each. Can arrange delivery. Phone:(204)746-5121.

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LARGE ROUND ALFALFA/BROME BALES. Phone: (204)859-2724 evenings, Rossburn MB.

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PASTURE AVAILABLE FOR 15 cows & calves. Phone:(204)655-3308. WHEAT STRAW & RYE grass straw for sale big square bales 4x4x8, delivery avail. Phone Phil (204)771-9700, La Salle, MB.

SEED/FEED MISCELLANEOUS Grain Wanted

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RYE GRAIN WANTED

WE BUY OATS Call us today for pricing Box 424, Emerson, MB R0A 0L0 204-373-2328

Also Buying Brown & Yellow Flax & Field Peas Farm Pickup Available CGC Licensed and Bonded Call Cal Vandaele the “Rye Guy” Today!

BUYING:

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REAL ESTATE Farms & Ranches – Manitoba 159-ACRES ARBORG AREA, approx. 100-acres mature bush, balance pasture, $53,000. Call Mike, Golko’s Realty (204)642-7979. 2600-ACRE BLOCK, ALL GRASS divided into 5 rotational grazing units. Good water, fences, facilities. 3-brdm house. Phone:(204)967-2290.

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FARM SPECIALIST: COUNT ON GRANT TWEED, informed, professional assistance for sellers & buyers. Call (204)761-6884 anytime, or www.granttweed.com. Service with integrity. GOOD CATTLE FARM OF 1,120 deeded acres in the RM of Grahamdale & Northern Affairs & 1,199 acres crown land avail. Good pasture & wooded areas. Machine shops, barns, calf barns, grain bins, various sheds & older home, etc. Phone: Arnold Hillyer (204)659-5788.

NOW BUYING Old & New Crop Confection & Oil Sunflowers

SCENIC MINNEDOSA AREA MIXED farm w/631-acres. House, barns, shop, quonset, cattle sheds, grain storage & more. This is a beautiful property with the Little Saskatchewan River running through. Contact Rick Taylor, Homelife Home Professional Realty, (204)867-7551, email rtaylor@ homelife.com or website www.homelifepro.com

Licensed & Bonded 0% Shrink Farm Pick-Up Available Planting Seed Available

REAL ESTATE Farms & Ranches – Wanted

Toll Free 1-888-835-6351 Deloraine, Manitoba

GOOD QUALITY GRAIN & Cattle Farms wanted for Canadian & Overseas Clients. For a confidential meeting to discuss the possible sale of your farm or to talk about what is involved, telephone Gordon Gentles (204)761-0511, www.farmsofcanada.ca or Jim McLachlan (204)724-7753, www.homelifepro.com Home Professional Realty Inc.

REAL ESTATE Land For Sale PASTURELAND 1/2 SECTION ON South 10-17-13W in the Municipality of Lansdowne. Ken Oswald (204)386-2223.

REAL ESTATE Land For Rent 800-ACS OF SUPERVISED PASTURE for rent good water, loading corrals, electric fences, some rotational grazing, reasonable rates. Phone (204)345-3486. GOOD PASTURE AVAILABLE FOR up to 300 cow/ calf pairs or yearlings. Ample water, well fenced. Phone:(204)437-4671. HALF SECTION HAY, CULTIVATED & possible Pasture in Fisher Branch area. Phone (204)228-7063.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES RECREATIONAL VEHICLES All Terrain Vehicles 2008 YAMAHA RHINO 700 EFI, 15,000-km, good condition. Asking $5500. Phone:(204)375-6547.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES Motorcycles CANADA’S LARGEST HELMET SELECTION & shields. Trade-ins taken, for new & used parts, etc. For motorcycles, motocross, snowmobiles, scooters, mopeds & much more. CANADIAN, 981 Main St. Winnipeg, R2W 3P6. Phone:(204)582-4130. Parts etc. for most CHINESE MX bikes.

Call For Pricing Phone (204)747-2904

COMMON SEED COMMON SEED Forage ALFALFA, BROME, TIMOTHY, FESCUE, Sweet Clover, Orchard Grass, Pasture & Forage Blends, German Red & Crown Millet, seed. Leonard Friesen (204)685-2376 or (204)871-6856, Austin, MB. ALFALFA SEED, MULTIFOLIATE CANADA Common #1, bagged & inoculated. Timothy Seed Common #1, Brome Grass Common #1. All seed cleaned to exceed certified standard. Phone (204)378-5207, Riverton.

Heated/Spring Threshed Lightweight/Green/Tough, Mixed Grain - Barley, Oats, Rye, Flax, Wheat, Durum, Lentils, Peas, Canola, Chickpeas, Triticale, Sunflowers, Screenings, Organics and By-Products √ ON-FARM PICKUP √ PROMPT PAYMENT √ LICENSED AND BONDED

TRAVEL

Agriculture Tours Ukraine/Romania – June 2012 England/Scotland/Ireland/Wales – June 2012 2012 European Cruises – Call for Details Australia & New Zealand – Jan/Feb 2013 Tours may be Tax Deductible Select Holidays 1-800-661-4326

CAREERS CAREERS Construction CARPENTERS, SKILLED LABORERS AND SITE SAFETY SPECIALIST REQUIRED. The FWS Group of Companies, a leading design-build contractor, is recruiting for Carpenters, Skilled Laborers & a Site Safety Specialist for our Industrial construction jobsites in Southern Manitoba. The successful candidate will possess: a productive, efficient work ethic with a positive team based attitude. Valid driver’s license & reliable transportation. Suitable qualifications as listed on our website. We offer competitive wages commensurate with level of experience & skills, group health & dental benefits, an employer sponsored retirement plan, as well as opportunities for advancement. Expected project duration is 12-16 months, however potential exists for permanent, full-time employment. For full details & the application process please visit our website at www.fwsgroup.com. We thank all applicants in advance for your interest in working with the FWS Group, however advise that contact will be made only with those under consideration.

1-866-821-2406 (Toll Free)

CAREERS Help Wanted

TENDERS

Olds College School of Agriculture has an opportunity available for an individual to instruct Western horsemanship, ground training, and training the young Western horse within the Equine Science program. This is a permanent part-time position that involves full-time hours from late August to the end of April annually. Please forward a resume quoting competition #12059F by June 10, 2012. For further information on this and other employment opportunities, please visit our website at www.oldscollege.ca/employment.

LOVEDAY MUSHROOM FARMS LTD is inviting tenders to supply chicken litter to our farm from broiler operations located within a reasonable driving distance from Winnipeg. Please submit a price per tonne, all deliveries shall be weighed & all loads are subject to a quality check. For more details & to submit a quote, please contact Ian Watson (204)233-4378 or iwatson@lovedaymushroomfarms.ca or mail 556 Mission St Winnipeg, R2J 0A2

TIRES 4 USED 18.4-34 8 ply good Phone:(204)237-4204, leave message.

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FEDERATION TIRE: 1100X12, 2000X20, used aircraft. Toll free 1-888-452-3850

TOOLS Pneumatic Wire Fence Stapler, Tired of driving fence staples by hand? Now there is a solution visit us online at www.abcustomfencing.com, email; fenceman411@gmail.com

TRAILERS Livestock Trailers EXISS ALUMINUM LIVESTOCK TRAILERS. NEW STOCK. 10-yr Warranty. Prices starting at $15,100. Leasing available. Available at Sokal Industries Ltd. Phone: (204)334-6596 e-mail: sokalind@mymts.net RED 7X20 NORBERT TRAILER, $6000 OBO Phone Don Ferguson:(306)435-3634. Moosomin, SK.

We are buyers of farm grains.

• Vomi wheat • Vomi barley • Feed wheat • Feed barley • Feed oats • Corn • Screenings • Peas • Light Weight Barley You can deliver or we can arrange for farm pickup. Winnipeg 233-8418 Brandon 728-0231 Grunthal 434-6881 “Ask for grain buyer.”

CAREERS Truck Drivers LOOKING FOR CLASS 1 driver to haul cattle & hay, needed immediatley! $20/hr for right applicant. Phone:(204)447-0398 or (204)448-2343.

Precision Ag Specialist, Position 1761 (Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada)

Hemisphere GPS, a leading manufacturer of GPS guidance systems, has an opening for a Precision Ag Specialist.

CERISE RED PROSO COMMON MILLET seed & Common Crown Millet at $0.40/lb. 90%+ germination, 0% Fusarium Graminearum. Makes great cattle feed, swath grazed, dry or silage bale. Very high in protein. Energy & drought tolerant. Sold in 50-lb bags. $0.16 contracts available for 2012 crop year. 2000+ satisfied producers. 9th Year in Business! Millet King Seeds of Canada Inc. Reynald (204)379-2987 or (204)526-2719 cell & text (204)794-8550. Leave messages, all calls returned. www.milletkingseeds.com

BRANDON TRAILER SALES “You will like our prices!” “It’s that Simple!” “Let’s compare quality & price!” “Certainly worth the call!” Phone (204)724-4529. Dealer #4383

MILLET SEED: Crown, Red & White Proso variety. Golden German & Red Siberian Foxtail variety. Cleaned & bagged. Harder Farm Ltd, Carman, MB. (204)745-0187, ask for Evan.

SEED/FEED MISCELLANEOUS Grain Wanted

Two years experience in product support or technical documentation and a minimum 2 year post-secondary education in a related field. Above average communication, with advanced electronic, hydraulic and mechanical aptitude, with basic product management experience. Farming or AG knowledge is considered a plus. Salary plus bonus.

“Your feed grain broker”

Apply • Please visit web-site: www.hemispheregps.com and then proceed to Employment and Current Opportunities to apply directly for position. Attn. Sales Manager, Hemisphere GPS 326 Saulteaux Crescent Winnipeg, Manitoba R3J 3T2 • No phone calls please

TRAILERS Trailers Miscellaneous

WANTED: HEAVY EQUIP TRAILER preferably w/beaver tail ramps, 25 to 30-ton capacity, does not have to be safetied, but useable. Also a converter to pull behind tractor. (204)732-2481, evenings.

COMMON SEED Various CROWN & RED MILLET for sale, cleaned & bagged. Phone Doug:(204)745-3370 or (204)745-7602. Carmen, MB. FEED WHEAT SEED for sale. Ike (204)461-1751, Grosse Isle. YELLOW BLOSSOM CLOVER (LOW coumarin), also top yielder fox tail millet; Wanted: older JD 8-ft side del rake(for parts). D White Seeds, Ph:(204)822-3649, Morden. CORN SEED, $25/ACRE Lower cost Alternative for Grazing & Silage High Yield & Nutrition –7 to 9-ft Tall– Leafy 2200 to 2350 CHU’s Open Pollinated Varieties Phone (204)723-2831

Brokers of high/low vomi wheat and barley, corn, rye, feed pea canola and soybeans. Farm pickup prices available. Darcy Caners 204-415-3485 dcaners@pvcommodities.com Colin Hoeppner 204-415-3487 choeppner@pvcommodities.com Fax 204-415-3489 www.pvcommodities.com

This position is a technical support role with duties including sales and support of Hemisphere GPS and Outback Guidance Products responsible training, developing and supporting channel partners and customers with the technical aspects of Hemisphere’s products. Extensive travel is required.

Hemisphere GPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer