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SOYBEAN, CANOLA PRICES TO CLIMB OFF THE LOWS? (Feb. 22, FarmLead.com) – Grain markets are mixed this morning as the complex tries to end a shortened-trading week in the green, one in which only corn, soybean, and canola prices have found gains. Soybean prices have been playing teeter-totter, but canola prices have been following from a distance with limited gains, namely because of continued farmer selling and strength in the Canadian Loonie.

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Ahead of the 2019/20 production estimates from the USDA to be published this morning, the International Grains Council recently updated some of its global estimates for grain, oilseed, and pulse crop production. While we dig into some of those IGC estimates this morning, the question plaguing many grain market participants is what is really driving grain prices right now? Depending on the time of the year, weather can certainly be in the driver’s seat, but right now, it seems like it’s all about trade talks.

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Are Soybean Prices Confused? With the trade war between China and the U.S. effectively halting the trade of soybeans between the two countries, it’s been estimated that the significantly-large supply of American soybeans could take three years to work through! Ironically, recent analysis by University of Illinois’ ag economist Gary Schnitkey suggests that, even at current soybean prices, it might not be that more profitably to switch more acres to corn in 2019! However, yesterday’s first at the USDA’s annual AgForum, the USDA suggested that American farmers will plant 85 million acres of soybeans for the 2019/20 crop year (-4.7% year-over-year) and 92 million acres of corn (+3.2%). However, if we move past the noise getting created by the politicians and start looking back to these sort fundamentals, there are some bullish weather factors in the forecast. Notably, BAMWx says that all the snow that the Midwest is seeing right now is going to likely add up to a very wet spring. Taking it a step further, the NOAA’s long-term forecast for 2Q2019 suggests above-normal rainfall, but also some above-average temperatures. Just like we wait out the winter storms, perhaps it’s time to have some patience and wait out the current lows in grain markets being seen (especially canola prices!).

Considering the farm business as a whole system and looking at how each enterprise (cow-calf, backgrounding, forage, pasture, crops…) contributes to the whole picture. Thought must be given to allocation of shared expenses and labour to enterprise activities.

Canola Prices: Bullish Heading into 2019/20? In it, the IGC has suggested some bullish dynamics for canola prices, namely EU rapeseed acres falling to their lowest since the 2006/07 crop year. At the IGC’s estimate of about 14.4 million acres, this would be a 13% decline year-over-year. However, an increase in Ukrainian acres is making up a lot of the reduction. We also know that Ukraine is exporting nearly 90% of their total rapeseed harvest to the EU. Comparably, Strategie Grains sees 2019/20 EU rapeseed acres at about 15 million acres with the top 4 producers – France, Germany, Poland, and the UK – all seeing smaller area planted with the oilseed this past fall. Globally, the IGC is thinking that worldwide rapeseed/canola acres will be mostly unchanged at nearly 88.5 million. This is mainly attributed to increases in Canada, Australia, and, as mentioned, Black Sea countries. With the smaller acres in Europe though, it’s expected that the EU is going to have to import more canola both in 2018/19 and 2019/20. For the current crop year, Viterra is estimating that EU canola imports from Canada will jump by a third from their five-year average to 800,000 MT.

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From the standpoint of canola prices, European rapeseed values on the Paris futures board have recently hit their lowest levels in the 2018/19 crop year. The decline in the EU market is attributed to strong vegetable oil competition (namely palm oil) and smaller biofuel demand. Back here in North America, one could argue that canola prices are factoring in 2019/20 acres a little earlier than usual and, as such, also finding some marketing-year lows. That being said, just looking at a chart of average spot canola prices of last year and the 3-year average in Western Canada, it’s seems much more logical to wait for some seasonal rallies come May/June.

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IGC Expects Tighter Oats, Barley Trade The IGC see U.S. winter wheat acres for the 2019/20 crop year coming in at 31.4 million acres, down 4% year-over-year. Like most other private estimates, this would be the second-lowest American winter wheat acreage ever and is the sixth straight year that winter wheat acres have fallen in the U.S. By class, the IGC sees HRS wheat acres dropping 3% year-over-year in 2019/20 to 22.2M acres, SRW wheat falling 7% to 5.7M, and white wheat at 3.46M, down 3%.

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In Wednesday’s FarmLead Breakfast Brief, we took a deep look at feed barley prices, namely their retraction from recent highs. In it, I discussed the reduction in demand from major importers like China and Saudi Arabia but the IGC sees a strong rise in demand from North Africa, up nearly 40% in 2018/19 from the previous year to 6.2 MMT of demand. Thanks to smaller global production and some quality issues in malt barley production specification, the IGC seems global barley trade slightly lower in 2018/19 at 28.7 MMT. This puts the worldwide stocks-to-use ratio for barley in 2018/19 at 15%, the second straight year of decline.

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A similar dynamic of market structure is expected by the IGC to be seen in the oats market. More specifically, the agency is forecasting that global oats stocks could fall down to just 2MMT, with a stocks-to-use ratio of less than 10% for the 2018/19 crop year. The decline is mainly attributed to a 7% year-over-year drop in global production to 22.1 MMT, the lowest since the 2012/13 crop year. Overall, it’s the time of year that grain markets are getting a lot of data – the USDA, the IGC, and others are all speculating more and more on the 2019/20 crop year. While the likes of feed barley prices are coming off their highs, again, perhaps some patience is required to see the likes of soybean and canola prices to come off the lows. Have a great week!

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All prices are in Canadian dollars per metric tonne Market Comments - Proteins have seen a slight decline while feed grains have started to increase in price in Alberta due to elevators putting strong buys on. Saskatchewan and Manitoba seem to be firming as well, albeit at a slower pace. Peas have remained fairly flat the last couple weeks. AB: $316 SK: $294 MB: $282 *Models have been updated to reflect the latest nutrient compositions of feed ingredients, which is done periodically.

The latest outbreak of bovine tuberculosis in Canadian cattle involves a TB strain that hasn’t been seen before in Canadian livestock or wildlife, the Canadian Cattlemen website reports. During a briefing in early January, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) said culture testing of bacteria taken from a TBpositive cow in early November showed it’s “not related to past cases of bovine TB in Alberta or British Columbia or anywhere else in Canada.” Nor does it match any other isolates found in Canada, Dr. Jaspinder Komal, federal chief veterinary officer with the CFIA, told reporters. Preliminary testing has also failed to find a link to any TB strains found in the U.S., Komal said.

The latest TB investigation began when an infected cow arrived at a federally registered slaughter facility in late October. The carcass had lesions in the lymph nodes, lungs and liver, and was condemned. Lab testing confirmed bovine TB on November 9. As of January 7, there were 25 herds under movement control in British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan, the CFIA website stated. At that time, the CFIA had found four infected animals, all from one herd in British Columbia. No part of those cattle ever entered the food chain, the CFIA said. For the latest on the bovine TB situation, visit the CFIA website.

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Feed Pea / Faba Bean Benchmark - The feed pea/faba bean feed benchmarks are intended to be used as a pricing reference. This benchmark provides a consistent and unbiased estimate of the feeding value of peas and low tannin faba beans in the three regions shown. Feed peas and faba beans will trade at various differentials to the benchmark based on local supply/ demand, quality differences and other contract terms. Feed Pea / Faba Bean Feed Benchmark Calculation - The feed pea/ faba bean feed benchmarks are an estimate of the feeding value of dry peas/ low tannin faba beans in Western Canada, based on the value of competing feed ingredients in swine rations. Bi-weekly, tradable prices for the major feed ingredients are collected for the three regions shown above. These prices are then entered into a least cost feed formulation that is typical for grower-finisher swine in Western Canada. A feeding value is then derived for feed peas/faba beans based on their nutritional characteristics and the prices of the competing feed ingredients. The least cost feed formulation was developed in consultation with the Prairie Swine Centre. In addition to the feed ingredients shown above, the feed formulation also includes canola oil, synthetic lysine, synthetic methionine, synthetic threonine, synthetic tryptophan, mono-dicalcium phosphate, limestone, salt, vitamins and minerals. Data taken from the website of the Alberta Pulse Growers (http://pulse.ab.ca) at 4:30 p.m., February 19, 2019

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Cargill has declared its sustainable beef pilot program a success and is now looking at long-term strategies for the program, Joel Crews of Meat + Poultry reports. Demand is outpacing supply in Cargill’s Canadian Beef Sustainability Acceleration program, the company says. The program is now looking for more producers, particularly cow-calf producers, to join. To sign up, producers must be trained and audited by VBP+ or be audited by Where Food Comes From. They must then register for BIXS and age-verify their cattle in BIXS or the CLTS database. BIXS

then disperses funds to qualifying producers. The program website states that producers received $10 per head for qualifying cattle during the first quarter of the pilot, $20.11 per head during the second quarter and $18.52 in the third quarter. Currently only Canadian cattle slaughtered at Cargill’s High River plant are eligible for the program, Meat+Poultry reports, but Cargill plans to add cattle from the Guelph plant in the future. For more information, visit the Canadian Beef Sustainability Acceleration website at cbsapilot.ca.

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Producer Deliveries - Week 28, February 4 - February 10, 2019 Man Sask Alta B.C. Total Wheat 41.4 108.4 93.9 1.6 245.3 Amber Durum 60.0 21.4 81.4 Oat 8.1 14.5 2.0 0.4 25.0 Barley 0.2 38.6 23.1 2.5 64.4 Rye 3.2 3.2 Flaxseed 0.7 2.9 3.6 Canola 9.8 85.5 29.2 0.1 124.6 Peas 0.4 18.9 16.5 0.3 36.1 Corn 1.3 0.7 2.0 Beans Lentils 0.3 15.0 2.3 0.1 17.7 Total 65.4 344.5 188.4 5.0 603.3 SHIPMENTS

Primary Elevator Shipments - Week 28 - February 4 - February 10, 2019 Man Sask Alta B.C. Total Wheat 68.6 141.2 103.7 1.9 315.4 Amber Durum 17.6 11.8 29.4 Oat 3.7 21.4 2.5 0.5 28.1 Barley 0.6 53.9 24.3 0.2 79.0 Rye 2.6 0.2 2.8 Flaxseed 1.1 3.2 4.3 Canola 2.9 92.9 45.6 141.4 Peas 0.7 25.1 23.0 0.5 49.3 Corn 1.7 7.0 8.7 Beans 1.7 0.1 1.8 Lentils 27.9 0.1 0.1 28.1 Total 83.6 383.5 218.0 3.2 688.3

Crop Y-T-D Producer Deliveries to Primary Elevators to February 10, 2019 Man Sask Alta B.C. Total Wheat 2,519.5 5,203.1 3,638.7 72.3 11,433.6 Amber Durum 1,878.9 207.5 2,086.4 Oat 371.4 608.5 89.5 22.4 1,091.8 Barley 31.0 1,260.1 443.5 16.9 1,751.5 Rye 58.4 11.5 1.4 71.3 Flaxseed 25.2 137.0 13.8 176.0 Canola 959.0 3,793.9 1,750.2 77.0 6,580.1 Peas 39.4 949.6 903.9 39.6 1,932.5 Corn 75.8 11.4 10.3 97.5 Beans 56.4 1.2 1.1 58.7 Lentils 5.1 970.0 84.5 0.1 1,059.7 Total 4,141.2 14,825.2 7,144.4 228.3 26,339.1 Crop Year-to-Date Primary Elevator Shipments to February 10, 2019 Man Sask Alta B.C. Total Wheat 2,437.0 5,163.6 3,401.8 71.1 11,073.5 Amber Durum 0.1 1,751.8 200.1 1,952.0 Oat 352.9 604.6 77.3 24.3 1,059.1 Barley 32.0 1,217.8 412.1 14.6 1,676.5 Rye 74.5 15.4 0.8 90.7 Flaxseed 25.4 138.9 10.3 174.6 Canola 951.8 3,619.0 1,650.6 72.4 6,293.8 Peas 36.5 876.5 825.1 41.8 1,779.9 Corn 78.9 22.4 224.9 326.2 Beans 36.1 1.1 1.2 38.4 Lentils 4.5 917.4 77.4 0.3 999.6 Total 4,029.7 14,328.5 6,881.6 224.5 25,464.3

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As we have done for many years, Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) sent four representatives to the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Convention in New Orleans at the end of January. ABP was represented at the convention by Chair Charlie Christie, Vice-Chair Kelly Smith-Fraser, Finance Chair Melanie Wowk, and Executive Director Rich Smith. They joined 10,000 cattle producers from the U.S., Mexico, and Canada to discuss the current state and future prospects of the cattle and beef industry, as well as common issues for producers in the three countries and areas where collaboration helps all of us. The ABP representatives participated in the formal Tri-Lateral meeting of U.S., Canadian, and Mexican organizations, but also took the opportunity for more informal meetings with producers and staff members from U.S. state cattle organizations that are geographically and strategically important to our provincial industry. We joined our Saskatchewan colleagues at meetings with representatives from Washington, Idaho, Montana, the Dakotas, Minnesota, and Nebraska. These meetings help us build important relationships that benefit producers in both countries when we face trade and policy challenges. In addition to the many meetings and extensive networking at the convention and trade show, the ABP representatives also gained insights from the Washington D.C. issues update, the Cattlefax Industry and Market Outlook, and the policy meetings addressing animal health and welfare, environmental issues, consumer trends, and international trade. Significant expansion of the U.S. cattle herd and record U.S. beef production have created large protein supplies in the country that will put pressure on cattle prices. Strong domestic and global demand for beef will help to support prices, but trade uncertainty is a real concern for U.S. producers. Ratification of the USMCA and trade agreements with Japan and China are critically important to U.S. exports and may be delayed by the current battle between the President and congress. The NCBA is also working aggressively to ensure there are robust inspection and labelling provisions for protein products that the organization calls “fake meat.”

Net Price (After Basis) $10.19 $10.19 $10.24 $10.24 $10.42 $10.42 $10.30 $10.30

YELLOW PEAS - 2CW (AS OF FEBRUARY 13, 2019 @ 11:00 A.M.)

Delivery Period Jan 1-31/19 Feb 1-28/19 Feb 1-28/19 Mar 1-31/19

Futures Feed Peas Feed Peas Yellow Peas Yellow Peas

Cash Bid $6.00 $6.00 $6.70 $6.70

Futures

Net Price (After Basis)

No Cash Bids

Futures

Net Price (After Basis)

No Cash Bids

BARLEY (AS OF FEBRUARY 13, 2019 @ 11:00 A.M.)

Delivery Period Mar 1-31/19

Futures

Cash Bid $4.30

Futures Net Price (After Basis) No Cash Bids

FEED OATS (AS OF FEBRUARY 13, 2019 @ 11:00 A.M.)

Delivery Period Dec 1-31/18

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MILLING OATS (AS OF FEBRUARY 13, 2019 @ 11:00 A.M.)

Delivery Period

Futures

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Futures Net Price (After Basis) No Cash Bids

Net Price (After Basis) No Cash Bids

Futures Net Price (After Basis) No Cash Bids

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Sending representatives to the convention represents a significant investment of Alberta producer check-off dollars. However, the knowledge and relationships that our representatives build at these conventions are a huge benefit to ABP in our work on policies, legislation, trade advocacy, and addressing consumer preferences. These benefits make the Alberta cattle and beef industry more sustainable and competitive, and make Alberta cattle and beef producers stronger and more profitable.

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Final list of designated regions under the livestock tax deferral provision released The Government of Canada today released the final list of designated regions where livestock tax deferral has been authorized for 2018 due to drought conditions in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec and New Brunswick. On September 14th, 2018, the Government announced the initial list of prescribed regions in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Quebec eligible for livestock tax deferral. A second designation of eligible regions was made on October 31, 2018. Ongoing

analysis of drought conditions has indicated the need to expand the list of designated regions for 2018, with new regions identified for Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Ontario. The livestock tax deferral provision allows producers in prescribed drought or excess moisture regions to defer a portion of their 2018 sale proceeds of breeding livestock until 2019 to help replenish the herd. The cost of replacing the animals in 2019 will offset the deferred income, thereby reducing the tax burden associated with the original sale.

Eligibility for the tax deferral is limited to those producers located inside the prescribed areas. Producers in those regions can request the tax deferral when filing their 2018 income tax returns. The final list is available here: http://www. agr.gc.ca/eng/programs-and-services/droughtwatch/livestock-tax-deferral-provision/2018list-of-prescribed-regions/?id=1536603017155

Reminder: CAP funding available for primary producers The Canadian Agricultural Partnership is a five-year, $3 billion federal-provincial-territorial initiative aimed at generating economic growth in the agricultural sector and delivering the greatest benefits for farmers, food processors and Canadian families. The Canadian Agricultural Partnership is in effect from April 1, 2018 to March 31, 2023. Canadian Agricultural Partnership investments will help ensure Canada’s agriculture sector remains a leader in job creation and innovation. Canadian Agricultural Partnership will help achieve Canada’s objective of expanding agricultural exports to $75 billion by 2025. Canadian Agricultural Partnership outlines a national vision to create the most modern, sustainable and prosperous sector in the world. The five year national agreement outlines a

strategy to support the industry to: Increase competitiveness; productivity and profitability, Increase environmental sustainability, Expand domestic and international markets, and Improve the anticipation, mitigation and response to risks. Canadian Agricultural Partnership is a package of 15 programs under five themes that support the unique needs of Alberta’s agriculture industry. These priorities and the 15 programs have been developed with input from a broad range of industry stakeholders, aligned to Alberta’s priorities and the national Canadian Agricultural Partnership strategy. You can see the programs relevant to primary producers here: https://cap.alberta.ca/CAP/ Programs/role/Primary%20Producer-FarmerRancher

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GRAIN FUTURE REPORT Grain Future Prices - as of February 22, 2019 Last 463.10s 473.70s 481.40s 489.40s Last 517-4s 486-6s 491-6s 495-0s Last 462-6s 458-4s 466-0s 474-2s Last 702-6s 566-6s 564-4s 568-0s Last 375-2s 384-4s 392-4s Last 271-0s 274-2s 274-6s Last 910-2s 923-6s 937-2s Last 30.51s 30.85s 31.20s Last 305.6s 309.4s

Change + 2.10 - 1.10 - 1.50 - 1.20 Change + 6-4 + 0-2 + 0-6 + 1-4 Change + 5-2 + 3-2 + 2-6 + 0-6 Change + 4-0 + 9-0 + 6-6 + 7-0 Change - 0-2 + 0-2 + 0-2 Change + 1-0 - 1-2 - 1-2 Change - 0-6 - 0-4 - 0-2 Change + 0.02 + 0.03 + 0.05 Change - 0.3 - 0.4

Open 0.00 474.90 482.30 490.40 Open 0-0 488-4 493-0 495-6 Open 0-0 456-2 464-4 474-2 Open 0-0 557-6 558-0 563-0 Open 374-6 383-4 391-2 373-0 270-0 275-6 276-2 Open 910-2 923-4 936-6 Open 30.48 30.80 31.14 Open 305.9 309.8

High 463.10 475.40 483.60 491.00 High 517-4 493-0 497-4 500-0 High 462-6 462-2 470-0 480-0 High 702-6 573-0 573-0 574-2 High 377-6 386-4 394-2 High 272-0 276-2 276-2 High 914-6 928-0 941-2 High 30.55 30.89 31.23 High 307.4 311.2

Low 463.10 472.10 479.70 487.50 Low 517-4 484-4 488-6 491-6 Low 462-6 455-0 462-4 472-0 Low 702-6 557-6 557-6 563-0 Low 374-4 383-2 391-2 Low 269-0 273-0 273-6 Low 907-4 920-6 934-0 Low 30.30 30.62 30.96 Low 304.9 308.7

Volume 0 9,185 10,358 1,435 Volume 0 40,251 65,609 26,383 Volume 0 22,752 37,367 16,028 Volume 0 2,742 5,769 1,573 Volume 2,76,531 2,67,476 73,696 Volume 335 405 10 Volume 80,893 84,152 36,627 Volume 35,459 68,159 31,272 Volume 33,963 52,614

Prev. Stl. 461.00 474.80 482.90 490.60 Prev. Stl. 511-0 486-4 491-0 493-4 Prev. Stl. 457-4 455-2 463-2 473-4 Prev. Stl. 698-6 557-6 557-6 561-0 Prev. Stl. 375-4 384-2 392-2 Prev. Stl. 270-0 275-4 276-0 Prev. Stl. 911-0 924-2 937-4 Prev. Stl. 30.49 30.82 31.15 Prev. Stl. 305.9 309.8

July 2019 (ZMNK19)

313.2s

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313.8

315.2

312.7

19,340

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Canola (March 2019) Cash (RSY00) March 2019 (RSH19) May 2019 (RSK19) July 2019 (RSNK19) Wheat (March 2019) Cash (ZWY00) March 2019 (ZWH19) May 2019 (ZWK19) July 2019 (ZWN19) Hard Red Wheat (March 2019) Cash (KEY00) March 2019 (KEH19) May 2019 (KEK19) July 2019 (KEN19) Spring Wheat (March 2019) Cash (MWY00) March 2019 (MWH19) May 2019 (MWK19) July 2019 (MWN19) Corn (March 2019) March 2019 (ZCH19) May 2019 (ZCK19) July 2019 (ZCN19) Oats (March 2019) March 2019 (ZOH19) May 2019 (ZOK19) July 2019 (ZON19) Soybeans (March 2019) March 2019 (ZSH19) May 2019 (ZSK19) July 2019 (ZSN19) Soybean Oil (March 2019) March 2019 (ZLH19) May 2019 (ZLK19) July 2019 (ZLN19) Soybean Meal (March 2019) March 2019 (ZMH19) May 2019 (ZMK19)

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Veterinary work experience program 2019 The Veterinary Work Experience Program is administered by Alberta Agriculture and Forestry. Funding is renewed on a yearly basis. Employees and employers must apply together for the program; Alberta Agriculture and Forestry does not do any matching. Employees may approach potential em-

ployers and advise them of the program but cannot apply for the program without an employer. Veterinarians who hire a student for the summer will note the following funding structure. Employers are reimbursed 50% of monthly wage to a maximum of $1200 for veterinary students

qualified to enter their 2nd year of study; 40% of monthly wage to a maximum of $1000 for students qualified to enter their 3rd year of study and 30% to a maximum of $750 for students qualified to enter their final year of study. Employers of AHT students are reimbursed for 30% of the employee’s

monthly wage to a maximum of $500 per month. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. The application deadline is April 19, 2019 and the program runs from May 1 to August 31.

2019 summer farm employment program accepting applications The 2019 Summer Farm Employment ince of Alberta. Program is now open and accepting AppliFor more information on Workers’ Comcations pensation, please call 1-866-922-9221 or visit the WCB website. For information on The Summer Farm Employment Pro- Government of Alberta OHS and Employgram is funded and administered by Al- ment Standards, please call 310-0000 or berta Agriculture and Forestry. Employers visit the OHS website at https://www.aland employees must apply together for the berta.ca/farm-and-ranch-ohs.aspx and the program. The Summer Farm Employment Employment Standards website at https:// Program is now being paid as a Grant to www.alberta.ca/employment-standardsthe Employer. Employers are responsible changes.aspx. to comply with Program Guidelines, the Employment Standards Act, the OccupaThe employment standards website has tional Health and Safety Act, the Workers’ some information on youth that you may Compensation Act (including provision of want to look at as well as this website Workers’ Compensation Board coverage which concerns youth between 16 and 17 for the employee), and all other applicable years of age. https://www.alberta.ca/eslegislation, regulations, and by-laws associ- youth-employment-permit.aspx ated with being an Employer in the Prov-

The Summer Farm Employment Program is funded and administered by Alberta Agriculture and Forestry. Employees and employers must apply together for the program, Alberta Agriculture and Forestry does not do any matching. The Summer Farm Employment Program’s primary objective is to provide opportunities for full-time farm work experience for young people. Employers must be full-time farmers; employees must between 16 and 24 years of age and cannot be a direct relative of the employer. Wage support is provided to farmers to a maximum of $500 per month based on a full time basis. Applications are accepted on a first- come, first-served basis. The program runs from July 1 to August 31.

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Daily Grain & Feed Grain Report Daily Grain Prices - February 22, 2019

Weekly Feed Grain Report - February 22, 2019

Alberta Canola Producers Commission (http://dashboard.albertacanola.com/reports/weekly-grains) CANOLA - #1 Peace Region Northern Alberta Southern Alberta Spot $10.28 ( - $0.03 ) $10.50 ( - $0.02 ) $10.49 ( - $0.02 ) March 2019 $10.33 ( - $0.03 ) $10.56 ( - $0.03 ) $10.54 ( - $0.03 ) April 2019 $10.47 ( - $0.03 ) $10.69 ( - $0.03 ) $10.68 ( - $0.03 ) May 2019 $10.50 ( - $0.00 ) $10.73 ( - $0.00 ) $10.71 ( - $0.01 ) June 2019 $10.68 ( - $0.00 ) $10.90 ( + $0.01 ) $10.88 ( - $0.01 ) July 2019 $10.67 ( - $0.01 ) $10.90 ( - $0.00 ) $10.90 ( - $0.01 ) August 2019 $10.24 ( + $0.00 ) $10.45 ( + $0.01 ) $10.43 ( + $0.01 ) WHEAT - #1 CPSR - 11.5% Peace Region Northern Alberta Southern Alberta Spot $6.05 ( + $0.06 ) $6.13 ( + $0.05 ) $6.17 ( + $0.04 ) March 2019 $6.11 ( + $0.07 ) $6.16 ( + $0.06 ) $6.19 ( + $0.06 ) April 2019 $6.14 ( + $0.06 ) $6.21 ( + $0.05 ) $6.25 ( + $0.05 ) May 2019 $6.21 ( + $0.04 ) $6.28 ( + $0.04 ) $6.32 ( + $0.04 ) June 2019 $6.11 ( + $0.03 ) $6.17 ( + $0.02 ) $6.22 ( + $0.01 ) July 2019 $6.09 ( + $0.04 ) $6.13 ( + $0.02 ) $6.16 ( + $0.02 ) August 2019 not available $4.96 ( - $0.02 ) $5.09 ( - $0.03 ) WHEAT - #1 CWAD - 13.0% Peace Region Northern Alberta Southern Alberta Spot not available not available $6.61 ( - $0.02 ) March 2019 not available not available $6.63 ( - $0.01 ) April 2019 not available not available $6.65 ( - $0.01 ) May 2019 not available not available $6.69 ( - $0.01 ) June 2019 not available not available $6.68 ( - $0.01 ) July 2019 not available not available $6.69 ( - $0.01 ) WHEAT - #1 CWRS - 13.5% Peace Region Northern Alberta Southern Alberta Spot $6.96 ( + $0.10 ) $7.06 ( + $0.08 ) $7.14 ( + $0.07 ) March 2019 $7.02 ( + $0.08 ) $7.11 ( + $0.08 ) $7.17 ( + $0.07 ) April 2019 $7.07 ( + $0.09 ) $7.18 ( + $0.08 ) $7.23 ( + $0.07 ) May 2019 $7.12 ( + $0.09 ) $7.22 ( + $0.09 ) $7.27 ( + $0.08 ) June 2019 $7.08 ( + $0.09 ) $7.17 ( + $0.09 ) $7.21 ( + $0.07 ) July 2019 $7.14 ( + $0.09 ) $7.21 ( + $0.09 ) $7.24 ( + $0.08 ) YELLOW PEAS - #2 Peace Region Northern Alberta Southern Alberta Spot $7.10 ( $0.00 ) $7.27 ( $0.00 ) $7.22 ( $0.00 ) March 2019 not available $7.29 ( $0.00 ) $7.25 ( $0.00 ) April 2019 not available $7.33 ( $0.00 ) $7.28 ( $0.00 ) May 2019 not available $7.26 ( $0.00 ) $7.22 ( $0.00 ) June 2019 not available $7.11 ( $0.00 ) $6.91 ( $0.00 ) July 2019 not available $7.00 ( $0.00 ) $6.82 ( $0.00 )

Statistics & Data Development Branch, Alberta Agriculture and Forestry FEED GRAIN BIDS (Different Delivery Points Week of Feb 18/19 Previous Week Wheat Lethbridge $250.00 - $258.00 $247.00 - $258.00 Red Deer $239.00 - $250.00 $239.00 - $250.00 Edmonton $214.00 - $245.00 $231.00 - $245.00 Oats

Edmonton

$195.00 - $215.00

Peas

Edmonton

$235.00 - $260.00

$235.00 - $255.00

Barley

Lethbridge MH/Brooks Calgary Red Deer Vermillion Edmonton Grande Prairie

$255.00 - $260.00 $242.51 - $251.00 $242.51 - $252.00 $246.00 - $252.00 $206.69 - $240.00 $232.00 - $245.00 $192.91 - $225.00

$257.00 - $260.00 $251.00 - $251.00 $251.00 - $251.00 $245.00 - $248.00 $206.69 - $236.08 $230.00 - $245.00 $192.91 - $225.00

$318.08 $468.99

Previous Week $317.40 $473.30

CANOLA CRUSHER on Feb 20/19 Meal (FOB) Seed (Del)

Elevator Bids on Feb 22/19 (Delivered) This Week Last Week Feed Wheat *Central $214.31 $215.09 Feed Oats *Central N/A N/A Feed Barley *Central $220.61 $222.29 Flaxseed *Central $488.02 $488.02 Canola Brooks $458.15 $461.25 Durum *Central $236.07 $236.07 *replaces both Calgary and Red Deer to include the area from Calgary to south of Edmonton SPECIAL CROP CASH BIDS on Feb 21, 2019 Cdn $/Tonne Green Peas - #2 or Btr $434.13 Feed Peas $251.70 Yellow Peas - #2 or Btr $259.59 Lentils - #1 Laird Lentils - #1 Eston Mustard - #1 Yellow Mustard - #1 Brown Mustard - #1 Oriental

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and Supply Agreement. The government is particularly appreciative of the BC Green Party caucus’s partnership in the development of CleanBC and the program reflects many months of collaborative work. CleanBC Programs The CleanBC plan is a pathway to achieve the Province’s legislated climate targets of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 40% by the year 2030, based on 2007 levels. Budget 2019 funds dozens of initiatives as part of government’s CleanBC plan to tackle climate pollution, including:

move to cleaner energy sources. $168 million over three years to assist large industry in reducing greenhouse gas emissions through an industrial incentive and clean industry fund to make their opera-

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Beaver Hill Auction Service - Tofield - February 11, 2019

Sheep - 574 Hd Sheep - Wool 0 - 54 lbs 55 - 69 lbs 70 - 85 lbs 86 - 105 lbs 106 & Over lbs Ewes Rams Bred Ewes (Hd) Sheep - Hair 0 - 54 lbs 55 - 69 lbs 70 - 85 lbs 86 - 105 lbs 106 & Over lbs Ewes Rams Ewe/Lamb Fmly

Goats - 246 Hd

$/CWT $170.00 $225.00 $208.00 $173.00 $162.00 $105.00 $114.00 $235.00

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$225.00 $249.00 $239.00 $213.00 $175.00 $129.00 $121.00 $290.00

$170.00 $180.00 $180.00 $165.00 $160.00 $100.00 $110.00 n/a

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$200.00 $225.00 $210.00 $195.00 $173.00 $120.00 $125.00 n/a

Goats Light Feeder Kids 0 - 60lbs Doeling Kids 45 - 69 lbs 70+ lbs Buckling Kids 45 - 69 lbs 70+ lbs Wether Kids 45 - 69 lbs 70+ lbs Adults Mature Nannys Mature Billies Bred Does (Hd) Nanny/Kid (Unit)

$/CWT $210.00 to $240.00 $240.00 to $265.00 $240.00 to $260.00 $240.00 to $275.00 $240.00 to $265.00 $240.00 to $275.00 $240.00 to $260.00

$95.00 $140.00 $170.00 n/a

HOG SLAUGHTER WEEK END CANADA EAST WEST AB/BC WEEK END US

Vold Jones Vold (Westlock) - January 15, 2019

Feb 16/19 (prel) 411,846 250,074 161,772 56,049 Feb 23/19 (prel) 2,512,000

Feb 09/19 (prel) 436,808 266,307 170,501 55,079 Feb 16/19 (est) 2,514,000

Feb 17/18 425,065 263,714 161,351 59,877 Feb 24/18 2,391,600

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$150.00 $190.00 $230.00 n/a

Sheep - 291 Head

Goats - 33 Head

Sheep - Wool 0 - 69 lbs 70 - 85 lbs 86 - 105 lbs 106 + lbs Ewes Rams Bred Ewes Ewe/Lamb Fmly Sheep - Hair 0 - 69 lbs 70 - 85 lbs 86 - 105 lbs 106 + lbs Ewes Rams Bred Ewes Ewe/Lamb Fmly

Goats Light Feeder Kids 0 - 49lbs 50 - 100lbs Whether Kids 50 - 100 lbs

$/CWT

Nanny/Kid Units Nannys Billys Bred Nannys

Feb 22/19 1.288 N/A

Feb 15/19 1.294 1.659

Feb 22/19 47.81 1.175

Feb 15/19 48.34 1.197

$2.32 $2.10 $1.80 $1.70 $1.17 $1.17 $240.00 n/a

$1.60 $1.85 n/a n/a $0.90 n/a n/a n/a

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$2.20 $2.00 n/a n/a $1.17 n/a n/a n/a

$2.30 $2.70

to to

$2.42 $2.72

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n/a $1.25 $1.50 n/a

to to to to

n/a $1.75 $1.80 n/a

30 - 40 lbs

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41 - 80 lbs

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81 - 150 lbs

$45.00

$80.00

151 + Over lbs

$125.00

Hogs - 53 Head

CAN/US $ CLOSE Feb 22/19

MONTH Apr-19 May-19 Jun-19 Jul-19 Aug-19 Oct-19

MONTH Mar-19 Apr-19 May-19 Jun-19 Jul-19 Sep-19

LEAN 55.45 65.47 75.90 78.50 79.03 69.28

CHANGE - 4.07 - 2.98 - 0.82 - 1.53 - 1.42 - 0.17

FUTURES 0.7615 0.7621 0.7626 0.7631 0.7636 0.7647

CHANGE + 0.0064 + 0.0064 + 0.0064 + 0.0063 n/a + 0.0064

Feb 09/19 213.00 Feb 08/19 13.8 8.5 Feb 15/19 62.81

Feb 17/18 214.00 Feb 16/18 20.4 11.7 Feb 23/18 78.04

HOG INDICATORS WEEK END AV DRSD WT US-LBS FD: HOG RATIO US CORN ALTA BARLEY US CARCASS CUTOUT US $/CWT

Feb 23/18 1.541 1.890

INTERIOR IOWA MINNESOTA HOG CASH PRICES WEEK END US $/CWT CAN EQVT $/KG

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HOG FUTURES - US $/CWT

HOG CASH PRICES - INDEX 100 - $/KG WEEK END ALTA AVG ONT AVG

$/CWT $1.80 $1.85 $1.69 $1.60 $0.90 $1.15 $210.00 n/a

Feb 23/18 62.67 1.483

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Open Farm Days grows ag-tourism Applications are open for farms and ranches to host visitors during this year’s Open Farm Days, Aug. 17-18, 2019. Last year, a record number of participating farms, ranches and visitors set a new high for on-farm sales. “We hope even more farms and ranches get involved in this year’s Open Farm Days. The event helps farmers meet new customers, share their story and grow their businesses. It’s also a fun and educational way for Albertans and visitors to take in Alberta’s ag-tourism experiences and learn more about where their food comes from.” Ricardo Miranda, Minister of Culture and Tourism Now entering its seventh year, Alberta Open Farm Days features open houses, culinary events and tours. Farm sales in 2018 reached almost $190,000 over the two days, up 30 per cent from the year before. “Open Farm Days provides a unique opportunity to highlight agriculture’s importance and vitality as a core sector in the province. Alberta has some of the best food producers and processors in the world. I am proud that we are strengthening our support for the local food sector which continues to grow. It’s important for Albertans to connect with the hard-working farmers who are feeding their families and communities.” Oneil Carlier, Minister of Agriculture and Forestry Participating hosts can access product development supports such as business coaching, industry learning opportunities and regional networks. The deadline for host applications is May 31.

The overall year-over-year growth of Open Farm Days highlights ag-tourism’s continued potential to diversify the economy and create jobs. The weekend’s selection of experiences also helps showcase the growing number of opportunities available to rural and culinary tourism entrepreneurs. “We are very excited about the 2019 Alberta Open Farm Days. Farmers and ag-tourism operators tell the story of agriculture in our province, produce some of the world’s best food and create unique Alberta ag-tourism experiences. Becoming a host is a great way to grow your business.” Tim Carson, CEO, Alberta Association of Agricultural Societies “Alberta Open Farms Days was an awesome experience and a major boost for our farm. By offering fun and interactive education about bees and beekeeping, we promoted our business and

products to more than 800 people. The event is a great way to share your passion for agriculture and ag-tourism.” Richard Ozero, president, Good Morning Honey Open Farm Days is a collaborative project presented by the Government of Alberta, the Alberta Association of Agricultural Societies, Travel Alberta and participating farms, ranches, hosts and agricultural societies. Quick facts The vast majority of Albertans (87 per cent) have participated in some form of farm-to-fork tourism over the past 12 months.* The most commonly attended activities are dining at a restaurant serving Alberta ingredients (71 per cent), attending a farmer’s market (56 per cent) and farm retail purchasing (40 per cent).*

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Equestrian Canada Eventing national team program The Equestrian Canada (EC) Eventing Committee is pleased to announce the Eventing National Team Program (NTP) – High Performance Squad for 2019. Rankings are based on results from FEI 2*, 3* and 4* CCI competitions and CIC 3* competitions in 2018. National Squad The National Squad consists of horse-and-athlete combinations committed to and capable of producing individual performance results at 3* and/or 4* long or short competitions, and who show the ability to contribute to a top-six team result at major games. Athletes are listed in alphabetical order:

Development Squad The Development Squad consists of combinations committed to and capable of progressing to National Squad. Horse-and-athlete combinations named to the Development Squad are those which have achieved targeted performance results at eligible international competitions in the previous 12 months.

The Eventing NTP is led by Technical Advisor, David O’Connor, and supported by the EC Eventing High Performance Advisory Group and EC Eventing Manager, Fleur Tipton. The 2019 program consists of training camps and individual training sessions for targeted athletes and horses, as well as competition coaching support. The focus of the 2019 program is to achieve team qualification at the 2019 Pan American Games, to be held Aug. 2-4 in Lima, PER, and individual qualification for the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games at eligible competitions. “We have a skilled group of horses and riders that comprise our High Performance program,” said Dr. Rob Stevenson, Chair of the EC Eventing High Performance Advisory Group. “Through our partnership with data analytics company, EquiRatings, I do think that we have a better understanding of our High Performance Squad and targeted athletes.” Dr. Stevenson added, “We are very pleased to continue under the technical leadership‎ of David O’Connor. His experience, understanding of the athletes, and commitment to our team’s success will give us the best possible opportunity to attain our targeted results. Through this partnership, we plan to both strengthen and broaden the depth of our Squads. This is a good time for eventing in Canada, and we are looking forward to a productive year in 2019.” The NTP provides a pathway that supports the progression of targeted Canadian athletes in the Train to Compete and Learn to Win stages of the Long-Term Equestrian Development (LTED) framework to achieve international podium performances. It is aligned with EC’s high performance strategy and supported by funding partners, Sport Canada and the Canadian Olympic Committee.

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Talking canine and feline populations From 2016 to 2018, the Canadian dog population continued to grow, while the feline population stabilized. Cats are more numerous than dogs, 8.3 million cats are considered pets in 2018, a slight decrease compared to 2016. The dog population, meanwhile, was 8.2 million in 2018, up from the 7.6 million dogs counted in 2016. For the first time since these measures were taken in 2004, the canine population in Canada is almost equal to the feline population. This research also tracks several attitudinal measures related to animal owners’ perceptions of veterinarians and veterinary care. Since 2016, several key measures have improved: The percentage of dog and cat owners who gave a “good” rating (8, 9 or 10 out of 10) to the price-quality ratio obtained from the veterinarian has increased considerably. The proportion of pet owners who “frequently” consult a veterinarian or veterinary technician as a source of information is still increasing and has increased significantly since 2014. When asked what their main pet concern was

in 2018, pet owners had a stronger tendency to name animal welfare concerns (flea or tick infestation, or concerns related to diseases) than the affordability of veterinary services. These figures are drawn from a national survey conducted by Kynetec (formerly Ipsos) of 3,026 pet-friendly households and reflect historical trends obtained by Kynetec on behalf of the Canadian Institute of Animal Health (ICSA) since 2004. Kynetec Canada’s Chief Research Officer and Senior Vice President, Colin Siren says, “While dog population growth continues to be a positive factor for Canada’s animal health industry, we are particularly pleased with the increase in already positive attitudes of animal owners towards veterinarians “. “It’s encouraging to see the increase in the number of cats and dogs in Canada over time, and I think that reflects the special relationship we have with them. Over the past decade, the number of cats and dogs has increased by about 10%. Overall, about 41% of Canadian households

have at least one dog, and about 37% have at least one cat, “said Colleen McElwain, CIAH Program Director. If pets are healthy, so are Canadians. Owning a pet has proven benefits for people’s physical and mental health. In the same vein, service animals make life better for people with disabilities. ICSA members provide Canadian veterinarians and animal owners with the veterinary drugs needed to keep pets and the food animal population healthy. For more information on the LSCI, visit our website at www.cahi-icsa.ca .

Serious consequences expected from service fees Proposed service fee increases for veterinary drugs will create serious and unintended consequences, says a new report from Agri-Food Economic Systems. The report, commissioned by the Canadian Animal Health Institute, finds that proposed service fees for the review and maintenance of veterinary drugs are to increase up to 500 per cent, effective April 1st, 2019. Access to veterinary drugs would become more challenging as a result of these excessively high fees. This in turn will result in fewer veterinary drugs available in Canada leaving our food animal industries in a less competitive position, and leaving pet owners and horse enthusiasts with an increasingly difficult challenge to maintain their animals’ health and welfare. Health Canada suggests that the proposed fees make Canada consistent with those applied in the United States (US), the European Union (EU) and Australia, “But Canada has a much smaller livestock population than the US, EU, or even Australia, and as such the animal health market from which to recover these service fees is much smaller”, says Douglas Hedley, Agri-Food Economic Systems Associate and co-author of the report. “These service fees proposed for Canada will exceed those in competing regions, on a unit basis, by a considerable margin”.

The report finds that the high fees being proposed for Canada would result in fewer veterinary drugs being registered in Canada. It says that some companies will cease to market drugs for minor species and for niche products in this country. Options such as not treating and culling an animal, finding alternative therapies to licensed medicines, increased use of compounded drugs and other unapproved products will be used in the absence of licensed veterinary drugs. In other cases, firms may attempt to pass through increased costs in pricing, and many will find animal health products unaffordable. Reduced access to veterinary drugs could harm the health status of food animals due to the substitution of unregistered product as a means of keeping animals healthy. This in turn threatens the phytosanitary standards of Canadian food animal exports. “The proposed fees will have unintended consequences that will hurt the safety of our food supply, our trade with foreign countries and reduce pet owner access to health management tools for their pets”, says report co-author Al Mussell, Agri-Food Economic Systems Research Lead. “This is an administrative decision made without the full understanding of the ramifications for Canada’s economic competitiveness and welfare of its animals; it also sets an alarming precedent for regulatory service fees that

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Join the McQuaig family from JayDawn Farms in Sexsmith and the Klassen family from Willow Creek Simmentals in Crooked Creek as they present one of the premier bull sales in Northern Alberta. This year, over 80 Charolais and Simmental yearling bulls will be on offer in the Drysdale Centre at Evergreen Park. Why walk? • Enjoy a ride on one of the many horse-drawn wagons provided by the Peace Draft Horse Club to make your way from the TARA Centre to the Drysdale Centre.

SKIJORING – THUNDER IN THE PINES! A great spectator sport and even more fun to take part in! Bust out the 10-gallon hats and woolly chaps to have a chance at the Most Authentic Western Attire Prize! A circuit style race will include small jumps and pylons to navigate. There are two categories to compete in; horse/rider pulling slider and slider driving horse. The event goes at 5:30 p.m. Thursday in the Brandt Parking Lot, just west of the Lewis Hawkes Parking Lot.

COUNTY OF GRANDE PRAIRIE FARM FAMILY OF THE YEAR

“BALISKY FAMILY NAMED 2019 FARM FAMILY OF THE YEAR” Lexi and Todd Balisky and their children Emma, Luke, Heidi and Wyatt of Balisky Farms are being honoured as the 2019 County of Grande Prairie Farm Family of the Year. The award recognizes a local farm family that has made significant contributions to agriculture and their community. This year marks the 51st year of the award. “The County congratulates the Balisky family as being named the 2019 Farm Family of the Year,” said Sonja Raven, County of Grande Prairie Agriculture Fieldman. “With over a century of farming history in this area and an entrepreneurial spirit that has helped shape the local agri-business landscape, this family has truly demonstrated leadership in building and supporting agriculture as a key driver of our economy.” The Balisky family is notable for its partnership approach to farming and agri-business. As a multigenerational farming family, several members of the Balisky family have created partnerships to establish farm operations in the region. The family also partnered to start Peace Farm Power in the ‘70s, which has grown to become Prairie Coast Equipment, and Balisky Fertilizers, which later sold to Neil’s Agri in the early ‘80s. “We are truly privileged and honoured to be named the County’s Farm Family for 2019,” said Todd Balisky. “Our family has always been close and we’ve been fortunate to work alongside one another over the years.” Todd and Lexi currently live and ranch near the family’s original Bear Lake homestead. Todd’s

grandparents, George and Nellie, homesteaded in Bear Lake in 1912, after they arrived in Canada from North Dakota, U.S. In 1963, Todd’s parents, Terry and Marcy Balisky, and his aunt and uncle, Bob and Ruth Balisky, settled in the Goodwin area near DeBolt, operating a cow/calf, oilseed and grain farm. In 1998, Terry and Marcy; Bob and Ruth; Todd and Lexi; along with Todd’s cousin Wade Balisky, partnered in operations that included beef cow/ calf and buffalo ranching, and grain and oil seed farming. As part of a succession plan, in 2007, Lexi and Todd began working with Todd’s sister Lynn and her husband Albrecht Scheidegger to operate the beef cow/calf and oilseed farming operation. Seven years later, in 2014, Lexi and Todd took over the beef operation, which has now grown to over 400 head of cattle. Lynnand Albrecht own and operate the grain and oilseed farm.

MEDIEVAL MOUNTED GAMING Want to see what Medieval Mounted Gaming is all about? Lori Smith is a Senior Marshall in the equestrian arts for Avacal (the division that Alberta falls under in the Society of Creative AnachronismKingdom of Avacal) and her skills lay specifically in the medieval military styled games used for training horses and riders. She will be holding a clinic, open to spectators to watch, during all three days of the Show.

“The entrepreneurial spirit keeps us motivated to try different things and diversify our operations,” said Todd. “I think it’s a Peace Country trait, as many people in our region have that spirit.” The Balisky family’s volunteer activities are extensive. They range from government committees and boards, to the Peace Country Beef Congress and the Peace Country Forage Association, to local school boards. The family also supports numerous community organizations and youth organizations such as 4-H and minor hockey, and is involved in the Peace River Bible Institute, Bear Lake Bible Camp, and the Peace Country Wilderness Camp–to name only a few.

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Foster P When: CAMPFIRE & COFFEE Want to hear from a knowledgeable horse professional? You will at Campfire & Coffee during the Foster’s Peace Country Classic Agri-Show. It might be a farrier, a vet, equine therapist, nutritionist or trainer/breeder. Saturday should be entertaining – a cowboy poet will be there! Goes all three days of the Show.

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Seaweed or cash crop? An insight into fertilizer use - salt index discussion; how fertilizer is made; different types of S fertilizer; salinity issue; acidifying; and leaching. May the Force be with you- Bio-Sul Halo effect - nutrients affected by PH; slow release of Bio-Sul; replenish; and four-year tissue samples. Neil Wiens is a small-town Saskatchewan farm boy who became the landfill junkie who revolutionized the ag nutrient industry with the first product of its kind – Bio-Sul Premium Plus.

Thursday, March 8 at 3:30 -4:30pm Chamber of Commerce Room in TARA Centre Pierre Trudel Top Tax Tips for Agri-Business Are you self employed or a business owner? Do you own a farm? Ranch? Agri-Business? Tax season is here and FBC is here to make life less taxing! Join us to learn about tax tips for your business. FBC specializes in helping hard working Canadian farmers and small business owners pay less tax and protect their assets. The presentation will focus on discussing top tax tips to help put more money in your pocket through tax planning, preparation and CRA audit protection. Understand how you can be proactive and take advantage of optimizing your tax return to benefit your business and your family. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions at the session.

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North Peace Secondary School receives grant from Corteva Agriscience Funds will help support school’s Pantry Program

Hannah Willms and Les Willms, Pioneer Hi-Bred sales representatives and Katherine Johnston, territory manager, Corteva Agriscience™ present donation to Melissa Paakkonen, Kimberly Ans and Randy Pauls from North Peace Secondary School.

Corteva Agriscience™, Agriculture Division of DowDuPont, is pleased to announce that as part of its Growing Today, Leading Tomorrow program, $1,000 has been donated to North Peace Secondary School in Fort St. John, British Columbia. North Peace Secondary School operates a Pantry Program, which provides nutritious snacks to more than 1,300 students between the ages of 14 to 19, as well as education and training on local food security initiatives. The grant from Corteva Agriscience™ will help offset food costs and support training and workshops on food security education. “We know that all students perform at their best when they are not hampered by hunger or thinking about where their next meal is going to come from,” says Wayne Hock, territory manager at Corteva Agriscience™. “We’re proud to support nutrition programs and food security initiatives that have a

positive impact on a student’s ability to learn.” “Statistically speaking, more than 30 per cent of the students in our region live in extreme poverty conditions,” explains Melissa Paakkonen, teacher at North Peace Secondary School. “That’s why our main goal with the Pantry Program is to give our students both access to food and the knowledge to help provide their own food security. We thank Corteva Agriscience™ for their support.” Corteva Agriscience™, Agriculture Division of DowDuPont, makes contributions to community-based organizations on behalf of the business and its employees. Consideration for outreach grants are given to communities where Corteva Agriscience™ employees, channel partners and customers live and work, and that support quality-of-life initiatives to create an improved, sustainable lifestyle for people worldwide.

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Federal government invests in industry-led animal welfare activities

Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Lawrence MacAulay has announced an investment of up to $4.56 million to the Canadian Animal Health Coalition (CAHC), on behalf of the National Farm Animal Care Council (NFACC), to help update and develop Codes of Practice for the care and handling of farmed animals. The investment was made through the AgriAssurance program of the Canadian Agricultural Partnership. The investment will be divided

between four activities including:

Updating the transportation Codes of Practice for the care and handling of farm animals during transport; Updating the dairy Code of Practice that will address new scientific findings, changes in industry practices and address changes in market and consumer demands; Updating the goat Code of Practice that will respond to growing buyer and consumer expectations

B.C. Land Matching Program The B.C. Land Matching Program (BCLMP) provides land matching and business support services to new farmers looking for land to farm as well as landowners interested in finding someone to farm their land. The benefits of land matching are hands on, personalized support services to new farmers and landowners to better understand regulations, evaluate opportunities, access resources, and ultimately find a land match partner. The program is administered by the Young Agrarians and addresses the significant barrier to land access for those seeking to enter the B.C. agriculture industry.

Program Benefits An online and searchable inventory of B.C. land opportunities Personalized and regionally based matchmaking services for new farmers and landowners, including referrals to business and technical support services Educational events and resources to increase knowledge and facilitate matches between new farmers and land owners. Eligible Applicants New farmers seeking land to set up their agricultural business Landowners looking for someone to farm their land

for on-farm animal welfare; and Developing a new Code of Practice for farmed finfish. Fish welfare is a new and emerging animal welfare concern for which the industry needs to be able to demonstrate its commitment and alignment with public values and consumer expectations. Quick Facts Canada is world-renowned for our high-quality livestock and aquaculture sectors. These two sectors drive Canada’s economy, generating over $25 billion in farmgate receipts. This investment is being made through Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s AgriAssurance Program, under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership. The CAHC is a non-profit organization serving Canada’s farmed

animal industry. The organization is a partnership of cross-sectorial organizations, all recognizing a shared responsibility for an effective animal health system. The National Farm Animal Care Council (NFACC) is a collaborative partnership of diverse stakeholders created to share information and work together on farm animal care and welfare. It is the national lead for farm animal care in Canada.

Applications for 2019 CYL program being accepted Applications for the 2019 term of the Cattlemen’s Young Leaders program (CYL) are now being accepted online. CYL is one of the most sought-after mentorship and leadership programs in Canadian agriculture. To apply and/or to learn more about the Canadian

beef industry and the unparalleled mentorship and travel opportunities available through the CYL program, please visit the website at www.cattlemensyoungleaders. com. The deadline for applications is March 31, 2019.

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Canada’s agriculture and agrifood system contributes over $114 billion to our gross domestic product, and provides safe, nutritious and sustainable food for the world, while creating well-paying jobs for our middle class. The sector is working hard to find innovative approaches to respond to growing domestic and global demand while addressing emerging challenges and maintaining its environmental sustainability. On February 12 while celebrating Canada’s Agriculture Day with farmers, ranchers, food processors, industry leaders and youth in Ottawa, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Lawrence MacAulay announced the new Canadian Agricultural Strategic Priorities Program (CASPP), an investment of $50.3 million over five years. Funding available through this program will help facilitate the sector’s ability to address emerging issues and capitalize on opportunities. The CASPP focuses on four priority areas: adoption of new technology; environmental sustainability; strategic development and capacity building; and, emerging issues. Examples of potential projects could include those addressing artificial intelligence technol-

ogy, tools to assess future labour and skills needs, bio-crops, environmentally sustainable farming techniques and strategies to help the sector adapt to changes in consumer preferences. The program also builds on other Government of Canada initiatives to support competitiveness and sustainability in the agricultural sector. These include the $3-billion, five-year Canadian Agricultural Partnership, $70 million announced in Budget 2018 to support agricultural discoveries in science and innovation to address climate change and soil and water conservation, the $25 million Agricultural Clean Technologies Program, and the Strategic Innovation Fund. “Canada’s agricultural sector is strong and growing. Our farmers know that to stay competitive and on the cutting edge we need to continue to adapt and develop new and innovative approaches to agriculture. The Government of Canada is committed to supporting the sector find new ways to respond to new and emerging issues, and seize new market opportunities,” says Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food

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Agriculture’s up-andcomers: Sara Kate Smith

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The 2018 list of achievements of this Barriere, B.C., young farmer reads like the bio of someone well beyond Sara Kate Smith’s 19 years: youth representative at the Canadian Agriculture Minister’s meeting, B.C.’s provincial 4-H ambassador, B.C. rep on the 4-H Youth Advisory Committee, and received the 4-H Canada Leadership Award of Distinction (LEAD). Sara Kate joined the Yellowhead 4-H club as a second-generation club member and credits the organization for enabling her to excel. LEAD recognized Sara Kate for community engagement and communications, and included a fouryear $20,000 scholarship. “Part of why I think I got the scholarship is because in 2016, I ran a communications conference in B.C. called Speak Out Loud, targeted to B.C. 4-H members,” she explains. At that conference, she networked with people in her community as well as the speakers, many of whom came from various parts of agriculture. In 2017, she was North American representative at a Global 4-H Network Summit and conducted a workshop on the importance of personal branding. Today, she’s in year two of a political science degree and con-

templating a masters program, but feels her career path isn’t set. This past summer she helped organize a 600-delegate global trade show for international wood buyers, a role that also fits her since her family owns a third-generation sawmill called Gilbert Smith Forest Products Ltd. In addition to the university scholarship, LEAD paired her with mentor Mandy Rennehan. The Nova Scotian founded Freshco, Canada’s first full service, 24-7, on-call retail maintenance provider. “She scares me just a tiny bit. Our first phone call was emotional for me because she really understood exactly what I was going through. We had never met and yet it felt like she really knew me.” Agriculture is never far from Sara Kate’s mind. In October 2018 she represented Canada at the fiveday United Nations Committee on World Food Security event in Italy. It’s a huge accomplishment, given there are 70 independent-country 4-H programs and over 7 million 4-H members worldwide. “Doors open all the time and opportunities can change your path. This trip to the UN, for example, could change the trajectory of my career.”

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...and more with Sara Kate Smith Q&A: Do you use social media? Honestly, the best connections I’ve ever made have come from introducing myself to people in person and then following up by email. What are some of your favourite reads? The Preston & Child novels for fun, and biographies like those of Arlene Dickinson, Sophia Amoruso, and Sheryl Sandberg. One of my favourite business books is one my dad gave me. It’s Rain: What a Paperboy Learned About Business by Jeffrey J. Fox. What’s your dream job in agriculture? I can see myself working with people – farmers and producers – in a role that somehow would support the industry. Who do you admire in agriculture?

The people I admire most are the people involved in making positive change and those providing food every day for Canadians. How do you prepare for big events like the one in Italy? I researched the topics of the event and the next steps the UN will be taking toward food security. What would you say to encourage an urban 11-year-old to join 4-H? I’d share the opportunities that I’ve had. You get to try so many things in a fun, supportive environment. It’s one of the best youth development organizations in the world. What’s something important your mentor has taught you? My mentor is also helping me learn balance,

that is, saying no. Admittedly, that’s something I am still working on! From an AgriSuccess article (January 2019) by Myrna Stark Leader.

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Employment in Alberta’s agri-food industries More than 75,000 people were employed in Alberta’s agri-food industries last year. Jean Marie Uwizeyimana, agri-food statistician with Alberta Agriculture and Forestry, breaks down the numbers and looks at some trends. Uwizeyimana says that the 75,6000 people employed in agrifood industries in 2018 was 0.7 per cent higher than in 2017. “Employment in food and beverage manufacturing industry was significantly higher in 2018, increasing by 14.3 per cent to 26,200 people. Additionally, 2018 featured the highest year-over-year percentage growth among all industries. However, employment dropped 5.4 per cent to 49,300 in primary agriculture, following previous trends.” “It is also important to highlight that food and beverage manufacturing remains Alberta’s largest manufacturing industry in terms of employment, accounting for 20.3 per cent of the provincial total manufacturing workforce in 2018,” he adds. Uwizeyimana notes that there are many factors behind the declining numbers of workers employed in primary agriculture, including the adoption of new technologies and industry mechanization. “In the early 1990s, more than

90,000 people worked in primary agriculture alone in Alberta. Today, that number is below 50,000 workers, but the industry is still doing well as measured by the gross domestic product (GDP). The GDP for agriculture in the province has more than doubled over the last decade, increasing from $2.5 billion in 1997 to $5.2 billion in 2017. The advancement of technology has enabled the agriculture industry to grow, be more productive, and less dependent on manual labour.” Alberta’s agri-food industries employed 22,400 women in 2018. Says Uwizeyimana, “They accounted for roughly one third of agrifood employment, while nationally the proportion was 35.4 per cent.” “Due to the nature of the work involved, food and beverage manufacturing industry usually has a higher proportion of women than the primary agriculture,” explains Uwizeyimana. “For instance, women accounted for 36.1 per cent of Alberta’s food and beverage manufacturing employment in 2018, while they occupied 26.2 per cent of employment in the primary agriculture industry.” Find more information on the Statistics Canada’s website or contact Jean Marie Uwizeyimana at 780-422-3099.

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Legislation to protect farmland now in force

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Regulations that strengthen B.C.’s Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) came into force under Bill 52 on Feb. 22, 2019, enhancing food security and encouraging farming in the ALR.

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“I’m very happy to see this law come into full force and effect,” said Lana Popham, Minister of Agriculture. “This new law will encourage farming and better protect farmland by banning mega-mansions, stopping the illegal dumping of waste on farmland and reinstating the one-zone system. It’s a great step in our effort to revitalize the Agricultural Land Reserve so that British Columbians can count on a safe, secure supply of locally grown food on their tables for years to come.”

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The Agricultural Land Commission Amendment Act, 2018 provides three key changes, including: Restricting the removal of soil and increased penalties for the dumping of construction debris and other harmful fill in the ALR. Directly addressing mega-mansions and speculation in the ALR by limiting primary residence size on ALR lands and empowering the Agricultural Land Commission

(ALC) to approve additional residences if they are for farm use. Reunifying the ALR as a single zone, ensuring consistent rules with strong protections for all provincial ALR land. “At the same time, we’re supporting larger farming families by ensuring that those who need extra living space to support their farming operations have a path forward at the ALC to build a larger home,” said Popham. “Multigenerational farming families are the backbone of agriculture throughout B.C.” Bill 52 was introduced on Nov. 5, 2018, and received royal assent three weeks later. It required a regulation to bring the law into force. The legislative changes make it clear that British Columbia’s ALR is for farming and ranching, not for building mega-mansions and dumping construction waste. Established in 1973, the ALR is administered by the ALC, an independent tribunal mandated to preserve agricultural land and encourage farming on agricultural land. The ALR includes over 4.7 million hectares of B.C. that are preserved for agricultural use — less than 5% of B.C.’s total land base.

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Apply for the Environmental Stewardship and Climate Change producer program

The Environmental Stewardship and Climate Change Producer Program under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership (the Partnership) continues to accept applications. Karen Yakimishyn, livestock environment engineer with Alberta Agriculture and Forestry, looks at the program details and what to consider when applying. This program supports producers in reducing negative impacts on the environment while enhancing sustainable production, managing climate change and increasing profitability in the agriculture sector. It includes three areas of funding. Grazing Management looks specifically at the protection of a water body. “Riparian fencing, offsite watering, water crossing, or anything to do with reducing the environmental risk to a water body can be funded under this category,” says Yakimishyn. Manure and Livestock Facilities Management is the second category. She notes that producers need to demonstrate they are addressing an existing environmental risk. “It is really important when you go through the application process that you are specific about the risk you are addressing on the form.” Agricultural Input and Waste Management is the third category covered by the program. Explains Yakimishyn, “This is a new area that includes areas such as variable rate technologies, and some of the plastics waste management. Take a look at this category and see where you

project may fit.” “This category is also where we are capturing projects that are looking at the mitigation of carbon emissions either in the soil or in the air,” she adds. “And perhaps where producers are looking at trying to adapt to climate change – so some technologies or projects that they are looking at will help them with our changing climate.” Yakimishyn says that this program is similar to past programs under Growing Forward, but there have been changes. “Under Grazing Management, if you are dealing with a manmade water supply in your watering project, you will need to apply to the Partnership’s Farm Water Supply Program instead.”

Climate Change Producer Program webpage for more information, application forms, terms and conditions as well as eligibility requirements. Email CAP.ESandCCProgram@gov.ab.ca or contact the Alberta Ag-Info Centre at 310-FARM (3276) for additional information. In Alberta, the Partnership represents a federal - provincial investment of $406 million in strategic programs and initiatives for the agricultural sector. This program is one of 15 offered in Alberta through the Partnership funding. Find more information about the Canadian Agricultural Partnership in Alberta at cap.alberta.ca.

The other change concerns cost sharing. “It is assigned on an application basis,” she explains. “Now the cost shares will be 70, 50 or 30 per cent and will be based on a merit system which looks at the level of risk for each project. Yakimishyn offers some advice when applying to the program. “Any work invoiced prior to the date that our office received your application is not eligible. You need to start your project after you have submitted your application. Make sure to read the application information. It will help you determine if your project is eligible, and it will help you correctly complete the application.” Go to the Environmental Stewardship and

North Point Angus Annual Bull Sale Saturday, March 23, 2019 • 1:00 P.M. (BC Time) • VJV Dawson Creek, BC

DWAJO JES KRACKEN 6C. Deeply made heifer bull. Well balanced, smooth front & tons of eye appeal. Flawless EPD numbers.

30 Yearling and 6 Coming 2-Year-Old Red Angus and Black Angus Bulls Bred From Top Western Canadian Genetics

RED TR STREETHEART 69C. Dark red outcross genetics from ROLLING DEEP and a GREAT DYNASTY daughter. Possibly the best red bull we own.

YOUNG DALE ACHILLES 95A - Smooth and complete, definitely a pen favourite. Home bred genetics at its finest. Recommended for cows.

Mark & Ginger Zahacy Box 1239, High Prairie

Catalogue can be viewed online at cattlemanagement.ca or vjvauction.com

RED NORTH POINT BLUE RARE 69A. Home raised outcross genetics that flat out work going back to HF KODIAK 5R.

zahacy@telus.net

Home: (780) 523-5356 Cell: (780) 523-1356

R0011657641

Sale under the supervision of Mark Holowaychuk Optimal Bovines Inc. 403.896.4990 o.b.i.@shaw.ca Peter Raffan VJV Livestock Marketing Group 250.782.3766 vjvdawsoncreek@outlook.com

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Dusty Acre Blondes & Painted K Farms

BULLS FOR SALE PRIVATELY ON THE FARM

Dusty Acre Felix 633F

Dusty Acre Finally 25F

PKF Painted Fred 83F

Dusty Acre Fernando 7F

Born April 8, 2018 BW 75 lbs WW 604 lbs (Oct. 22) Weight Feb. 22, 976 lbs

Born March 27, 2018 BW 95 lbs WW 780 lbs (Oct. 22) Weight Feb. 22, 1,126 lbs

Dusty Acre Frank 410F

Born April 9, 2018 BW 96 lbs WW 608 lbs (Oct 22) Weight Feb. 22, 972 lbs

Born April 26, 2018 BW 93 lbs WW 720 lbs (Oct. 22) Weight Feb. 22, 1,050 lbs

WE HAVE A TOTAL OF NINE BULLS FOR SALE OFF THE FARM. ALL ARE FULL BLOOD AND REGISTERED. ALL BULLS WILL BE SEMEN TESTED BEFORE LEAVING THE FARM.

Born April 6, 2019 BW89 lbs WW 674 lbs (Oct. 22) Weight Feb. 22, 1,040 lbs

Looking to add a little gold in your herd try a Blonde dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Aquaitine

10 Minutes North of Dawson Creek Shellie Wolfe Cell: 250-784-4628 | dustyacreblondes@outlook.com website:www.dustyacreblondes.com

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Fed steer and hay markets update A number of factors have been affecting recent fed steer and hay markets. Jason Wood, provincial livestock market analyst with Alberta Agriculture and Forestry, has an update. Wood says that the Canfax reported price for Alberta fed, or slaughter, steers averaged just over $151 per cwt for the week ending February 8, 2019. That price is down $9 per cwt - or about $121 for a 1,350 lb. steer - since the start of year.

He says that year-over-year, Canadian slaughter and cutout has increased eight per cent with heifer and cow slaughter increasing 17 per cent and seven per cent respectively in 2019.

“A number of market factors are at play, including seasonally slower beef demand and reports of an estimated five per cent decline in year-over-year U.S. beef exports in January.”

Looking at the hay market, Wood says that the average provincial hay price in January was $153 per ton or just over 7.6 cents per lb. based on a 50 per cent alfalfa mix. “The January price is six per cent higher than a year ago and 37 per cent higher than the five-year average.”

He notes that until recently, the mild winter had meant good feeding gains. “Steer carcass weights were 937 lbs. for the week ending February 8, 2019, up 35 lbs. from a year ago.” “We have also seen the fed steer basis weaken this year with the cash-to-cash nearly $15 per cwt under last week,” adds Wood. “Looking back to 2018, the cash-to-cash basis was nearly $5 per cwt over for the same week.” “Looking ahead, prices are expected to stabilize and then start to improve as we move towards spring and see beef demand rebuild and supplies start to tighten,” adds Wood. “Currently, the estimated Alberta projected futures price for fed steers works out to just under $170 per cwt for May, then we will see softer prices in the high $140s into the fall.”

“The average Canadian beef cutout value has strengthened about 10 per cent since the start of the year with the average year to date price six per cent higher than a year ago.”

He adds that this price is an average of all qualities. “A recent look at market offers for good mixed hay showed prices in the $200 to 225 per ton range and up.” Prices in the fourth quarter of 2018 differed from region to region in the province, explains Wood. “Grass and alfalfa hay were reported lower in price in the northern Alberta – dependent on quality. Grass hay prices were reported from just under 6 cents per lb. in the north to around 10.5 cents per lb. in southern Alberta. Alfalfa hay prices ranged from just under 7 cents per lb. in the north to 11 cents per lb. in the south.” For more information about these markets, contact Jason Wood at 780-422-3122.

SMOKY RIVER RED ANGUS 60 Two-Year-Old Red Angus Bulls on Oﬀer Bred, Born and Raised for the Peace Country Quality & Aﬀordable for Commercial Ca�lemen Performance Tested Vet Inspected Personalized Service

Maynard Boese (780) 568-4340

Private Treaty Sales Star�ng April 2, 2019

Cur�s Boese (780) 876-4526

55752

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Corporate farm landlords breathe easier Farmers who fund retirement by renting out land they own inside a farm corporation are breathing a lot easier now than they were a year ago. Only moderate changes are being made to the small business tax structure. Retiring farmers are particularly relieved, because initial proposals were to tax rental income from land held inside farm corporations at up to 71 per cent. The final legislation provides a $50,000 threshold for passive investment income (things like land rent and other investment income), reducing the impact. Why tax changes have some corporate farm landlords breathing easier. “If the initial changes had been adopted as first proposed, they would have had a very, very significant impact,” says Kelvin Shultz with Wheatland Accounting in Fillmore, Sask. “All passive investment income would have been taxed at the highest rate. Since they were going to eliminate the Refundable Dividend Tax on Hand (RDTOH) refund also, farmers would have been paying the higher tax rate even if they had paid it as a dividend to themselves.” Landlords have always potentially had to pay a higher tax rate on income earned from renting out land owned by a farm corporation than for land that is privately

held. Rental income from privately owned land is treated like any other income. How much tax is paid depends entirely on tax bracket. Tax on corporate passive investment income (which includes land rent) varies from province to province. In Saskatchewan, for example, it’s taxed at 51 per cent. However, the rate can be reduced to just 20 per cent if it’s paid to shareholders as dividends. Basically, the regulations are trying to encourage individuals not to store extra funds inside a corporation. Things stay pretty much the same under the new rules as long as you don’t exceed $50,000, Shultz says. If you do, the new regulations start to grind away the small business deduction. Every dollar over $50,000 of passive income the company earns will reduce the small business deduction by five dollars. It would be totally eliminated once the corporation reaches $150,000. “The new changes do split the RDTOH into eligible and non-eligible,” Shultz says. “But that gets really complicated. Suffice to say that thanks to the $50,000 passive income threshold, the new rules won’t have a big impact on the majority of farmers.” From an AgriSuccess article (January 2019) by Lorne McClinton.

WORKING GENETICS FOR THE WORKING RANCH

March 19, 2019 1:00 p.m. VJV AUCTION DAWSON CREEK, BC

Bulls on Offer

Red, Black & Traditional Simmental Bulls Red & Black Angus Bulls Also on offer Select Replacement Heifers Halfway River Simmentals Georg & Sarah Weitzel (250) 262-7681

Rosefield Simmentals James & Martha Wiebe (250) 630-2621 (250) 793-0462

Altona Falls Angus Dan & Trudy Loewen (250) 630-2146 (250) 261-3955

CONTACT THE CONSIGNORS TO REQUEST A CATALOGUE

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MARCH 30TH 2019 RAE 2F - He Sells!

EJS 16F - He Sells!

RAE 14F - He Sells!

Limousin KRSS 714F - He Sells!

Limousin KRSS 51F - He Sells!

Limousin KRSS 37F - He Sells!

Simmental

OFFERING

35+ YEARLING AND 2 YEAR OLD LIMOUSIN AND SIMMENTAL BULLS PLUS! SELECT PACKAGES OF OPEN HEIFERS!

ON THE FARM AT PINNACLE VIEW LIMOUSIN. QUESNEL, BC 4344 HWY 97 SOUTH

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: 10 am to 1 pm: Viewing of the Bulls 1 pm: Lunch and Refreshments 3 pm: Video Sale

SALE DETAILS: Watch & Bid Online: www.vjvauction.com Free Feeding until June 1st 2019 Free Delivery

T he Swaans & Kishkans ROB CELL: 250.991.8229 ERIN CELL: 250.991.6654 kishkan@quesnelbc.com www.pvlimousin.com

Reanne Sanford

Watch our Facebook page for updates and details including videos of the bulls and directions to the farm!

@CCBULLSALE

REANNE CELL: 250.991.9496 HOME: 250.249.5332 reanne@krssimmentals.ca www.krssimmentals.ca

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30 Annual Peace Country Limousin Bull Sale th

Black Angus and Charolais Also on Offer

Saturday April 6 2019 -1:00 PM th

BC TIME

@ VJV Auction Co. Dawson Creek, B.C. “YOUR ONE-STOP SHOPPING SALE” • www.PeaceCountryLimousin.com

Blueberry Valley Farms Limousin Michael & Rebecca McCord Mile 86.5 Alaska Hwy. (250) 772-5116 or 263-8116 mccordmr@hotmail.com

Dry Creek Ranch

Lakeroad Limousin

Nor-Alta Limousin

Lakeroad Simmentals

Gordon & Carla Harmon Jim & Donna & Jackie Rowe Leonel & Lacey Plante Sarah Hayward & Kody Rowe Cecil Lake, BC Worsley, AB Kinuso, AB (780) 835-8841 (250) 781-3617 • C: (250) 793-2384 (780) 685-2141 780-805-5327 gcharmon@hotmail.com jdrowe@xplornet.ca

56710

Approximately 35 Bulls on Offer

LIMOUSIN BLACK ANGUS CHAROLAIS SIMMENTAL

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Enhancing farm safety Last year more than 125 communities and organizations used resources from Alberta Agriculture and Forestry’s Farm Safety Program to deliver important messages on farm safety to Albertans. The Alberta Farm Safety Program provides easy access to services and over 60 informational tools and resources for farms and organizations to promote farm safety awareness and education. Much of it is available online and all of it is free.

safety.”

“The program’s website is full of farm safety information with access to services, displays and resources,” says Kenda Lubeck, farm safety awareness coordinator with Alberta Agriculture and Forestry. “From there you can browse through seasonal news articles, displays and activities, information on regulations that impact farmers, as well as tools and educational resources to help plan for worker

One of the most-used features of the Alberta Farm Safety Program is event coaching and planning assistance for community groups eager to organize an educational event. Coaching from a farm safety coordinator is supported by resources, including a step-by-step guide Planning a Farm Safety Day Camp, designed so that organizers can customize their own safety days.

The Farm Safety Program also administers the Farm Health and Safety Producer Grant. This grant is available to help agricultural producers with paid, non-family workers to meet the new Occupational Health and Safety requirements. Eligible expenses for this grant include things like education and training, health and safety equipment, and safety consultant or contractor services.

“We listen to the needs of the community, assess their available resources and then align them with relevant topics and event logistics,” says Lubeck. “This helps the group run a successful event that meets the needs of the community and is sustainable for years to come.” The program has developed a vibrant and practical suite of safety resources designed for children, youth and young farm workers. There are over 15 topic-specific interactive displays accompanied by an assortment of activity booklets, safety decals, and fun farm safety activities. Children and youth can also subscribe to twice-yearly newsletters, Kids Club (ages 3- 8) and Safety Wranglers (ages 9-14), where they learn interesting facts and age-appropriate ways to stay safe on their family farm. Another feature of the program is the Farm Safety Online Direc-

tory found on the website. The directory lists over 55 businesses or individuals offering expertise and services related to farm safety. The listings are categorized by areas of knowledge, regions covered in Alberta and services offered. Lubeck says the online directory is a great resource for those seeking professional safety services, educational speakers and resources, or safety products. She adds, “If you are a safety professional or business, and you offer services to the agriculture industry, you can post your own listing on this page for free.” For more information or to sign up for the farm safety newsletter contact the Alberta Farm Safety Program via email at farm.safety@ gov.ab.ca, or visit the website at www.agriculture.alberta.ca/farmsafety.

EUREKA HEREFORD FARMS INC. A good selection of coming two-year-old bulls for sale by AMNY 82A and LEHR 121Y VERBEEK 531X ASTER MO LE 82A DOMINO STANDARD DP LAD 45 DP BRISTISHER AGA 46E BRITISHER WETMORE LADY AGA 5A STANDARD LAD 656 4ET VERBEEK 656 RUSH ET 79J WINDY HILL 70S PRINCESS 735W

Yearling Bulls by ERA 6B, AMNY 82A AND 6B. (Owned with Errol Verbeek)

TOM BASNETT

Box 41, Eureka River, AB T0H 1K0 • Cell: (780) 834-8170 • tjbasnett@gmail.com • From the corner of Hwy 64 and #730, go 11km North on #730, then 1.6km West and 4km North on Range Road 54

Ph/Fax: (780) 685-2102

R0011652450

Free delivery in the Peace Country and volume discounts available.

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Alberta wheat farmers and the SR&ED tax credit

Wheat farmers paying the Alberta Wheat Commission (AWC) check-off are eligible for a tax credit through the Scientific Research & Experimental Development (SR&ED) program for their investment in AWC funded research and development (R&D) projects. The rate for the 2018 tax year is 17 per cent. AWC-funded research focuses on genetic and agronomic improvements aimed at improving the long-term profitability of Alberta’s wheat producers.

Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

The federal SR&ED program encourages R&D investment through tax-based incentives, giving claimants tax credits for their expenditures on eligible R&D work. The tax credit percentage is based on the amount invested in R&D that meets the criteria laid out by the

Contact: Syeda Khurram CFO and HR Director Alberta Wheat and Barley Commissions skhurram@Albertawheatbarley. com

Farm individuals should use form T2038 (IND) to claim this credit when filing their taxes while farm corporations must use form T2SCH31. For more information, contact the Canada Revenue Agency directly, or visit the CRA website. Producers who have requested a refund of their check-off are not eligible for the tax credit.

LAZY S CHAROLAIS AnnuAl Bull SAle

Thursday, March 21, 2019 1:30 P.M. • VJV, Beaverlodge, AB 42 Red & White Yearling Bulls

Beef-on-a-Bun at Noon • Internet Bidding Available

Roy & Erika Schweitzer schweitzerre@gpnet.ca

Phone: (780) 356-3611 Cell: (780) 402-5617

R0011660137

56700

Farm Visits Welcome

For Sale Information, contact VJV Beaverlodge (780) 354-2423, Peter Raffan (250) 260-0758 or Yancy Crosier (403) 485-0887

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SupeR WedNeSdAy

Bull S

On Site • J Lazy a Ranch • RR 8

90+

Angus Bul Reds, Blac

Sale catalogue will be posted at www.jlazya.com • Jo

Also on Offer: A N Commercial H

JAC 18F BW 103 ADJ WW 725 ADJ YW 1228 First sons off the High Selling KING 39D Sire. Powerful in makeup.

JAC 133F BW 75 ADJ WW 704 ADJ YW 1045 The THOR sons have been greatly appreciated for their consistent low birth weight with added style and shape.

JAC 157F BW 77 ADJ WW 720 ADJ YW 1115 Calving ease son off the WINDY Sire. Deep ribbed, Easy doing Cattle with eye appeal.

JAC 175F BW 91 ADJ WW 698 ADJ YW 1163 First set of BRASS sons to sell this year. Moderate made, deep-sided and Maternal driven.

J Lazy A Ranch

Jarin & Amber Carter 780.518.9652 jarincarter@gmail.com

1 TwelveSorrel R Geld

(ranched and rode at the J La

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Sale

2:00 p.m. mARCh 13, 2019

80 emeRSOn tRaiL (hwy 672)

lls on Offer cks & Crossbreds

oin us after the sale for Angus steak & hospitality

Number of Select Heifer Calves

-Year-Old Ranch ding

azy A for the past 11 years)

JAC 25F BW 101 ADJ WW 758 ADJ YW 1291 A powerful son of the AI sire FEDERALIST with added style and muscle.

JAC 38F BW 76 ADJ WW 609 ADJ YW 1040 Calving ease son of the ANARCHY bull to get them heifers, calved out with ease.

JAC 60F BW 67 ADJ WW 729 ADJ YW 1192 Calving Ease Bull with great birth weight to Performance spread.

JAC 220F BW 86 ADJ WW 701 ADJ YW 1193 Dark cherry red Maternal Cowmaker.

Fineline Red Angus

Nick & Lorraine Van Gaalen 780.831.8421 vgaalen@gpwins.ca

R0011652471

50 The Northern Horizon, March 1, 2019

Compare clubroot-resistant varieties at CPT site Canola Council of Canada By Autumn Barnes

A key message from the Clubroot Response Workshop in Alberta in January was to grow clubroot-resistant canola varieties as one way to keep spore counts low. (Crop rotation, control host weeds and find it early are the other three steps to include in a management plan.) So which variety should you grow? The 28 currently-available clubroot-resistance (CR) varieties are listed in an article at canolawatch.org. Of the varieties on

that list, 10 are included in the 2018 Canola Performance Trials (CPT) results. CPT results are available through the online searchable database and a PDF booklet. Both are at canolaperformancetrials. ca. The booklet displays yield, height, lodging, days to maturity and calculated gross revenue values for 29 varieties (from all three HT systems) grown in short, mid and long season zone locations all across western Canada. It also features results from 18 standard and nine straight-cut small plot

trials, as well as 42 field-scale trials across the Prairies (including standard, straight-cut and clubroot-resistant variety comparisons). Field-scale clubroot trials compared 75-42 CR and L241C at nine locations in Alberta. The searchable database at the bottom of the home page at canolaperformancetrials.ca in-cludes data from 2018 and from previous years, going back to 2011. To use the tool, select a year (or years) along with the other parameters you are interested in seeing, and click ‘Search Trials’.

This will produce graphs and a data table displaying your choice of yield, days to maturi-ty, height or lodging scores as well as a map of all the locations which fit your selections. The three Prairie canola grower groups – Alberta Canola, SaskCanola and Manitoba Canola Growers – funded the 2018 program. As a means of participation, the B.C. Grain Producers As-sociation conducted trials in the Peace region. See next page for more!

BLACK & RED ANGUS YEARLING BULLS FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY Sired by GUMBO GULCH KODIAK 28C, RED HEART VALLEY MAX 548 & NORTHLINE COOL 9030 | SEMEN TESTED AND VET CHECKED | | QUIET DISPOSITION & EASY HANDLING | | cow & HEIFER BULLS |

QUALITY GENETICS AT AN AFFORDABLE PRICE Schulz Angus | Joe Schulz Box 43, Site 2 RR 1, Spirit River, AB TOH 3G0

BEST BET BULL SALE

www.schulzangus.com

1:00 p.m. | April 6, 2019 B.C. Livestock Co-op | Williams Lake, BC

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BLACK & RED ANGUS BLACK & RED SIMMENTAL BLACK & RED HYBRID

80 BULLS ON OFFER ALL POLLED

Crosby Cattle - Ron & Lois Crosby Vanderhoof, B.C. (250) 567-0521 Thanks to all our past bidders & buyers Mitchell Cattle Co. - The Mitchell Family Catalogue can be viewed at www.bclivestock.bc.ca Kamloops, B.C. (250) 318-8539

55753

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(780) 864-6448 | (780) 351-2608

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The provincial oilseed specialists and industry scientists provided expertise. The Canola Council of Canada delivered the program working closely with the CPT Governance and Technical Committees and the contracted coordinator (Haplotech). Seed was provided by the distributing companies. –Autumn Barnes is the Canola Council of Canada agronomy specialist for the Southwest Prairies. Email her at barnesa@canolacouncil. org.

SALERS BULLS FOR SALE

POLLED, RED OR BLACK Age Advantage & Yearling Bulls Bred Females & Heifer Calves

DynaRich Salers Eckville, AB

Richard (403) 746-2919 R0011657697

32nd and FINAL NO FOOL’S BULL SALE Sat, April 27, 2019 @ 2:00 p.m. At the farm, Cleardale, Alberta • HIGHEST QUALITY CATTLE AT AFFORDABLE PRICES • • FREE DELIVERY • 0% FINANCING • COMPLETELY GUARANTEED • The day starts with Donna’s “FAMOUS” roast beef lunch at noon!

Lloyd 780.835.8355 Donna 780.835.1596

www.clearriverredangus.com

R0011660129

Complete information available in early April (Toll Free) 800.667.2251 • (Email) clearrivergroup@gmail.com

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Genetic Evaluation Definitions

What does that mean? EPD (Expected Progeny Differences) are expressions of the relative genetic merit of beef cattle for various traits. EPDs are used to compare the predicted progeny performance between two bulls (or females) within a breed, regardless of age or herd location. EPDs are expressed in the actual units of measure for a given trait. Interim EPDs (indicated as PE+) are calculated using a calf’s sire's and dam’s National EPDs plus the calf’s own performance data. Possible Change Table: EPDs are predictions of an animal's breeding value for a given trait. As with any prediction, there is a margin of error, or possible change, associated with an EPD. When the accuracy is low, this margin for error is high. As more information (i.e. progeny data) becomes available, the margin of error becomes smaller. Percentile Table: used to quickly rank a sire or dam within the breed for a given trait. Active Sires/Dams: animals that have at least one progeny with a weaning weight recorded in the past two years. Black/Red Carrier: an animal whose coat colour is black, but carries the recessive gene for red coat colour. ---------------------------------(ACC) Accuracy: the reliability that can be placed on the EPD. An accuracy of close to 1.0 indicates higher reliability. Accuracy is impacted by the number of progeny and ancestral records included in the analysis. (BW) Birth Weight EPD: expressed in pounds, is a predictor of a sire's ability to transmit birth weight to his progeny compared to that of other sires. (CED) Calving Ease Direct EPD: the average difference in ease with which a sire's calves will be born when he is bred to first calf heifers. The higher the number the more probability that his calves will be born unassisted. (CEM) Calving Ease Maternal EPD: is expressed as a difference in percentage of unassisted births with a higher value indicating greater probability of unassisted births in firstcalf daughters. It predicts the average ease with which a sire's daughters will calve as firstcalf heifers when compared to daughters of other sires. (CW) Carcass Weight EPD: expressed in lbs, this EPD predicts differences in the average hot carcass weight in progeny. This EPD is calculated using birth weight, weaning weight and yearling weight EPDs as well as any carcass data available. (FAT) Fat/Back Fat EPD: expressed in inches, is a predictor of the differences in back fat thickness at the 12th rib (as measured between the 12th and 13th ribs) of a sire's progeny compared to progeny of other sires. The higher the EPD the more back fat expected on a sires calves. (HPG) Heifer Pregnancy EPD: the percent probability in a bull’s daughters’ ability to conceive and calve as two year olds. Just like the stayability EPD, heifer pregnancy EPDs are expressed in terms of a percentage difference. For example, two heifer pregnancy EPDs, 5 and 10, differ by 5%. Daughters of the bull with the EPD of 10 are 5% more likely to conceive than daughters of the other bull. (MARB) Marbling EPD: a prediction of future

progeny’s performance for carcass marbling scores. This EPD incorporates both ultrasound and carcass data. The higher the EPD the more intramuscular fat expected in the rib eye of a sire’s calves. (MILK) Milk EPD: is an indicator of milking ability in daughters. It represents the differences in weaning weights of calves due to the amount of milk produced by their mothers. It is expressed in pounds of calf weaned. The higher the EPD the more weaning pounds a sires daughters will add to her calves via milk. (PE) Parental Average EPD: indicated as PE, is an average of a calf’s sire's and dam’s National EPDs. These have minimal accuracy as they do not incorporate the calf’s own performance. (REA) Ribeye Area EPD: expressed in square inches, is a predictor of the difference in ribeye area of a sire's progeny compared to progeny of other sires. The larger the EPD the larger the expected rib eye area. (SC) Scrotal Circumference EPD: expressed in centimetres, is a predictor of the difference in transmitting ability for scrotal size compared to that of other sires. Scrotal Circumference is an indicator of both growth and male fertility. Larger scrotal size is related to increased sperm production and semen quality, and in daughters' younger age to puberty, younger age to calving and higher pregnancy rate. (STAY) Stayability EPD: the percent probability of daughters staying in production to at least 6 years of age. Stayability EPDs for bulls are the prediction of the genetic differences between their daughters probability of staying in production in a herd to at least the age of 6 years. Given the primary emphasis on pregnancy in most herds, stayability is a measure of sustained fertility. The higher the EPD the more likely a sire's daughter will remain in production in a herd past 6 years.

Trait Leaders Sires by Birth Weight BW

Name

MILK

SCROTAL

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

GGT P BLK HEAVY HITTER

-3.0

0.0

NJF TOP LEVEL 41T

-2.0

0.2

GGT P CHALLENGER 156J

-1.7

0.8

GGT P HEAVY DUTY 100J

-1.6

0.3

SRS SAFE BET 9529S

-1.6

-0.3

SLS PLD UPPERCUT 556U

-1.6

0.2

GGT BROKER 137K

-1.5

1.0

GGT BLK PREDATOR 223N

-1.4

9.0

GGT P APACHE 155U

-1.4

0.5

GGT P REDFORD 18R

-1.3

0.2

Trait Leaders Sires by Weaning Weight BW

Name

MILK

SCROTAL

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

SLS PLD UNION JACK 412U

8.8

129

0.6

JGK BLK PLD JASPER 634R

4.4

120

0.1

THAT’S ZEPPLIN 134Z

5.1

110

0.4

SPRINGDALE SATURN 19J

5.4

121

0.5

PCSL SPARK

4.0

108

0.1

MAC WAVELENGHT 159W

2.0

111

1.0

PW BELIEVE 12B

3.2

100

0.2

BIG SKY PIPELINE 72B

3.5

104

0.5

HUBB PLD DAKOTA 41K

4.2

114

0.1

(TM) Total Maternal EPD: is a combination of the weaning weight and milk EPDs. It is calculated as: 1/2 Weaning Weight EPD + Milk EPD = Total Maternal. This EPD represents the differences in weaning weights between calves due to mothering and milking ability of their dams.

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(WW) Weaning Weight EPD: expressed in pounds, is a predictor of a sire's ability to transmit weaning growth to his progeny compared to that of other sires. Weaning weight is an indicator of growth from birth to weaning (205 days of age). The calf's growth during this period is influenced by its own ability to grow plus its mother's maternal abilities. The higher the EPD, the heavier, on average, the calves of a sire will be at weaning. (YW) Yearling Weight EPD: expressed in pounds, is a predictor of a sire's ability to transmit yearling growth to his progeny compared to that of other sires. The higher the EPD, the heavier, on average, the calves of a sire will be at yearling. (YG) Yield Grade EPD: expressed in USDA yield grade score, this EPD predicts differences in carcass yield grade score to be expected from progeny. This EPD is a ratio or summary of the rib eye area and fat EPDs. The lower the EPD, the closer to USDA grade 1 the sire’s calves will grade (grade 1, having the biggest rib eye area to lowest fat ratio, is the preferred grade). Taken from the website of the Canadian Angus Association http://cdnangus.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Defs.pdf R0011660027

Trait Leaders Sires by Yearling Weight BW

Name

MILK

SCROTAL

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

SLS PLD UNION JACK 412U

8.8

129

0.6

SPRINGDALE SATURN 19J

5.4

121

0.5

JGK BLK PLD JASPER 634R

4.4

120

0.1

MAC UNION STATION 87U

3.4

118

0.9

HUBB PLD DAKOTA 41K

4.2

114

0.1

MAC WAVELENGHT 159W

2.0

111

1.0

GGT P BLACK HAWK 30N

2.5

110

0.7

THAT ZEPPLIN 134Z

5.1

110

0.4

PCSL SPARK

4.0

108

0.1

KKCC MERCURY 416P

4.1

104

0.2

Trait Leaders Sires by Milk Name

MILK

SCROTAL

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

MAC RICHLAND 211R

0.3

0.4

ECR POLLED GOLD 909C

2.6

0.1

MAC NAVIGATOR 281N

4.5

-0.4

MIKADO

2.9

0.2

JACOBSON’S PLD BLK IMPULSE 41J

3.1

-0.1

MADER DREAMON 18Y

1.5

0.3

RRF ROBIN HERCULES

5.4

-0.4

JGK BLK PLD JASPER 634R

4.4

120

0.1

STETSON

1.9

0.5

BEV MASTERPIECE 110H

5.9

1.4

Salers Association of Canada (January 24, 2019) http://salerscanada.com/the-performance/sire-summary/ R0011660032

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Percentiles for Black Angus Calves Born in 2018 Desc

MILK

CED

CEM

REA

MARB

FAT

AVG

+2.3

+45

+78

+21

+43

+0.720

+3.0

+7.0

+0.400

+32.0

+0.36

+0.013

Top Value

- 6.5

+103

+172

+41.0

+75.0

+3.190

+21.5

+18.0

+1.130

+81.0

+1.615

-0.055

Top 5%

-0.9

+63.5

+111

+27.0

+56.0

+1.410

+11.0

+12.0

+0.730

+53.0

+0.805

-0.019

Top 10%

-0.10

+60.0

+104

+26.0

+53.5

+1.230

+9.0

+11.0

+0.655

+48.5

+0.670

-0.012

Top 15%

+0.40

+57.0

+99

+25.0

+51.5

+1.125

+8.0

+10.0

+0.605

+45.5

+0.585

-0.007

Top 20%

+0.80

+55.0

+96

+24.0

+50.0

+1.040

+7.0

+10.0

+0.570

+43.5

+0.530

-0.003

Top 25%

+1.10

+53.0

+93

+23.0

+49.0

+0.970

+6.0

+9.0

+0.535

+41.5

+0.485

+0.001

Top 30%

+1.40

+51.5

+90

+23.0

+48.0

+0.915

+6.0

+9.0

+0.500

+40.0

+0.450

+0.004

Top 35%

+1.60

+50.0

+87

+22.0

+47.0

+0.860

+5.0

+8.0

+0.475

+38.5

+0.42

+0.006

Top 40%

+1.80

+49.0

+85

+22.0

+46.0

+0.820

+4.0

+8.0

+0.455

+37.0

+0.395

+0.008

Top 45%

+2.00

+47.0

+82

+21.0

+45.0

+0.775

+4.0

+7.5

+0.430

+35.5

+0.370

+0.011

Top 50%

+2.30

+46.0

+80

+21.0

+44.0

+0.735

+3.0

+7.0

+0.410

+34.0

+0.345

+0.013

Top 55%

+2.50

+44.0

+77

+20.0

+43.0

+0.685

+3.0

+7.0

+0.385

+32.5

+0.320

+0.015

Top 60%

+2.70

+43.0

+75

+20.0

+42.0

+0.630

+2.0

+6.0

+0.365

+31.0

+0.300

+0.018

Top 65%

+2.90

+42.0

+72

+19.0

+41.0

+0.585

+2.0

+6.0

+0.340

+29.0

+0.275

+0.020

Top 70%

+3.10

+40.0

+70

+19.0

+40.0

+0.535

+1.0

+5.5

+0.315

+27.5

+0.250

+0.023

Top 80%

+3.60

+36.0

+63

+17.5

+37.5

+0.415

-0.5

+4.5

+0.265

+24.0

+0.205

+0.028

Top 90%

+4.30

+31.0

+55

+15.0

+33.5

+0.230

-2.5

+3.0

+0.200

+19.5

+0.145

+0.036

Low

+13.50

+3.0

+2.0

+6.0

-1.040

-22.0

+11.0

-0.150

-8.5

-0.410

+0.093

Canadian Angus Association (January 22, 2019) http://abri.une.edu.au/online/cgi-bin/i4.dll?1=20213329&2=2323&3=56&5=2B3C2B3C3A&12=234

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Percentiles for Red Angus Calves Born in 2018 Desc

MILK

CED

CEM

REA

MARB

FAT

AVG

+1.2

+35

+58

+19

+36

+0.580

+2.4

+5.6

+0.330

+20.0

+0.23

+0.003

Top Value

- 8.40

+83.0

+129

+35.0

+69.5

+1.685

+21.0

+17.0

+0.780

+57.0

+0.740

-0.042

Top 5%

-2.50

+52.0

+86.0

+25.0

+47.5

+1.095

+11.0

+0.555

+38.5

+0.500

-0.019

Top 10%

-1.60

+48.0

+79.0

+24.0

+45.0

+0.945

+9.0

+10.0

+0.500

+34.5

+0.440

-0.014

Top 15%

-1.00

+45.0

+75.0

+23.0

+43.5

+0.875

+8.0

+9.0

+0.475

+31.5

+0.390

-0.010

Top 20%

-0.60

+44.0

+72.5

+22.0

+42.0

+0.825

+7.0

+8.5

+0.445

+29.5

+0.360

-0.008

Top 25%

-0.20

+42.0

+70.0

+21.0

+41.0

+0.765

+6.0

+8.0

+0.415

+27.5

+0.330

-0.005

Top 30%

+0.10

+40.0

+67.0

+21.0

+40.0

+0.725

+5.0

+7.5

+0.390

+25.5

+0.310

-0.003

Top 35%

+0.45

+39.0

+65

+20.0

+39.0

+0.680

+4.50

+7.0

+0.370

+24.5

+0.290

-0.001

Top 40%

+0.70

+38.0

+63

+20.0

+38.25

+0.645

+4.0

+6.5

+0.350

+23.0

+0.270

+0.001

Top 45%

+1.00

+36.5

+61

+19.0

+37.5

+0.620

+3.0

+6.0

+0.335

+22.0

+0.255

+0.003

Top 50%

+1.20

+35.0

+59

+19.0

+36.5

+0.580

+2.5

+6.0

+0.315

+21.0

+0.235

+0.004

Top 55%

+1.50

+34.0

+57

+18.0

+36.0

+0.540

+2.0

+5.0

+0.300

+19.5

+0.215

+0.006

Top 60%

+1.70

+33.0

+55

+18.0

+35.0

+0.505

+1.0

+5.0

+0.285

+18.5

+0.205

+0.008

Top 65%

+2.00

+32.0

+53

+18.0

+34.0

+0.470

+1.0

+4.5

+0.265

+17.5

+0.185

+0.009

Top 70%

+2.25

+30.0

+50

+17.0

+33.0

+0.420

+0.0

+4.0

+0.250

+16.0

+0.170

+0.012

Top 80%

+2.90

+27.0

+45

+16.0

+31.0

+0.320

-1.5

+3.0

+0.210

+13.0

+0.130

+0.016

Top 90%

+3.70

+23.0

+38

+14.0

+28.0

+0.195

-4.0

+1.0

+0.160

+9.0

+0.070

+0.024

Low

+11.6

-0.50

-4.0

+4.0

+9.5

-0.930

-19.0

-12.0

-0.125

-13.0

-0.275

+0.065

Canadian Angus Association (January 22, 2019) http://abri.une.edu.au/online/cgi-bin/i4.dll?1=20213329&2=2323&3=56&5=2B3C2B3C3A&12=334F

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Snack food consumer demand and trends

Consumers snack on a wide variety of items and only 22 per cent say they typically have the same type of food or beverage each time

The global snack food market has also grown, with Europe, AsiaPacific and the U.S. as the top three markets. “Many emerging markets such as Argentina, Slovakia, and Vietnam also offer great market opportunity,” she notes. Duering says that a few specific snack trends are experiencing growth such as: Functional snacks - includes items such as smoothies, juices and novelties aimed at energizing and hydrating while staving off hunger. Next-level fries - includes seasoned or “loaded” fries positioned as sides, starters or snacks. Veggie snacks – includes cauliflower, brussels sprouts and artichokes. Vegetables are taking the place of proteins in traditional applications such as buffalo cauliflower. Duering adds that there are opportunities for Alberta producers and processors to capitalize on the growing snack food market both domestically and internationally,

in established as well as emerging markets. “Because beverages are the most commonly consumed snack items, there are market opportunities in the beverage market. Specifically fruit and vegetable smoothies and juices continue to offer opportunity. In addition to traditional snacks, consumers are demanding snacks that are healthier and can function as meal replacements.” Read the complete Consumer Corner: Snack Food. For more information, contact Ava Duering at 780-422-4170.

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Duering says that according to the study, the average Canadian enjoys 12 different types of snacks in a 30-day period. “it also found that nine out of 10 Canadians snack multiple times a day on a wide variety of foods. As well, 55 per cent of those surveyed snack between meals at least twice a day, and 37 per cent say they skip or replace one to two meals per day with snacks.”

they snack, she adds. “However, beverages are the most preferred snack category followed by baked goods, side items, desserts, appetizers, and entrées.”

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People love their snacks, and the latest Consumer Corner looks at the snack food industry, valued at $12.6 billion in Canada. Ava Duering, competitiveness analyst with Alberta Agriculture and Forestry, examines the numbers and how Alberta producers can capitalize on the growing snack food trend. “According to a recent study by Technomic,” explains Duering, “Time constraints and a desire for convenience result in more than one-third of consumers replacing at least one meal per day with snacks. Mood also plays a role and snacking occurs whether people are experiencing positive or negative emotions.”

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Percentiles for all Charolais Calves Born in the last two years (2017-2018) Desc

MILK

CWT

REA

FAT

MARB

Avg

+1.1

+43.3

+83.1

+21.1

+42.8

+4.5

+17.4

+0.43

+0.46

+1.03

+0.11

Min

- 9.0

-4.4

+23.3

+3.6

+23.9

-17.5

-9.8

-0.42

-1.83

-0.40

-3.12

Max

+12.2

+77.6

+137.3

+35.8

+63.6

+19.4

+48.2

+1.33

+6.63

+2.52

+3.75

+2.27

+7.54

+13.60

4.12

+4.98

+3.95

+6.32

+0.136

+0.617

+0.250

+0.497

Top 1%

-4.8

+62.3

+116.3

+30.5

+55.0

+13.8

+33.2

+0.82

-0.99

+1.70

+1.41

Top 5%

-2.8

+56.1

+106.2

+27.9

+51.2

+11.1

+28.2

+0.66

-0.56

+1.45

+0.92

Top 10%

-1.7

+52.9

+100.7

+26.4

+49.2

+9.6

+25.2

+0.59

-0.28

+1.34

+0.72

Top 15%

-1.1

+50.9

+97.0

+25.4

+47.9

+8.5

+24.2

+0.55

-0.13

+1.27

+0.59

Top 20%

-0.6

+49.3

+94.3

+24.5

+46.9

+7.7

+22.2

+0.52

-0.03

+1.22

+0.49

Top 25%

-0.2

+48.0

+92.0

+23.9

+46.1

+7.0

+21.2

+0.50

+0.07

+1.18

+0.41

Top 30%

+0.1

+46.9

+89.9

+23.2

+45.3

+6.4

+20.2

+0.48

+0.15

+1.14

+0.33

Top 35%

+0.5

+45.8

+87.9

+22.7

+44.6

+5.9

+19.2

+0.472

+0.23

+1.11

+0.27

Top 40%

+0.7

+44.9

+86.1

+22.1

+43.9

+5.4

+19.2

+0.45

+0.30

+1.08

+0.21

Top 45%

+1.0

+44.0

+84.4

+21.6

+43.3

+4.9

+18.2

+0.43

+0.38

+1.05

+0.15

Top 50%

+1.3

+43.1

+82.7

+21.1

+42.7

+4.4

+17.2

+0.42

+0.43

+1.02

+0.09

Canadian Charolais Association (January 22, 2019) https://charolais.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Breed-Average-EPD-SPRING-2019.pdf

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Percentiles for all active Gelbvieh sires as of January 8, 2019 Growth and Maternal

Number

Intake and Carcass

Index Values

CED

CEM

PG30

DMI

REA

MARB

FAT

ADG

RFI

$Cow

FPI

EPI

568

567

568

180

568

180

568

180

High

7.5

103

148

0.391

0.27

1.30

0.99

0.07

0.157

0.144

161.26

102.42

235.00

Avg

1.0

-0.011

-0.45

0.66

0.01

-0.09

-0.042

-0.008

99.20

64.44

63.60

Low

-9.0

-9

-8

-2.019

-0.78

-21

-0.09

-0.35

-0.20

-0.154

-0.738

24.38

42.92

-15.18

Top 1%

-4.1

140

-0.118

-0.67

1.06

0.48

-0.15

0.093

-0.148

152.43

84.01

168.26

Top 2%

-3.5

130

-0.102

-0.65

1.04

0.39

-0.14

0.068

-0.132

145.49

81.42

156.28

Top 3%

-3.2

124

-0.100

-0.64

1.01

0.31

-0.14

0.055

-0.098

145.43

80.46

154.25

Top 4%

-2.8

119

-0.097

-0.62

0.99

0.26

-0.13

0.037

-0.092

143.32

77.6

150.30

Top 5%

-2.5

116

-0.079

-0.61

0.96

0.24

-0.13

0.032

-0.078

141.90

76.72

139.13

Top 10%

-1.6

107

-0.053

-0.57

0.88

0.17

-0.12

0.014

-0.057

134.04

73.35

122.59

Top 15%

-1.0

103

-0.044

-0.55

0.83

0.14

-0.12

0.007

-0.043

129.77

70.89

101.41

Top 20%

-0.4

-0.031

-0.53

0.80

0.10

-0.11

-0.002

-0.025

122.50

69.41

91.44

Top 25%

-0.1

-0.025

-0.51

0.77

0.08

-0.11

-0.012

-0.013

116.30

68.26

84.58

Top 30%

0.1

-0.013

-0.50

0.74

0.06

-0.11

-0.015

-0.011

111.24

67.42

81.42

Top 35%

0.4

-0.011

-0.49

0.72

0.04

-0.10

-0.022

-0.007

107.67

66.67

75.36

Top 40%

0.6

-0.007

-0.48

0.70

0.02

-0.10

-0.031

-0.004

104.01

65.60

70.09

Top 45%

0.9

-0.005

-0.48

0.68

0.01

-0.10

-0.037

-0.003

100.73

64.61

65.27

Top 50%

1.1

-0.002

-0.47

0.66

-0.01

-0.10

-0.041

-0.001

98.26

63.85

60.44

Canadian Gelbvieh Association (January 22, 2019) https://cdgv.digitalbeef.com/

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The federal government has awarded a $2.27-million contract to remediate and deactivate a stretch of the old Alaska Highway near Petersen Canyon — one that has become a unique backcountry trail in the Northern Rockies. Industra-Liard Construction of Surrey has been awarded the work, and will clean an abandoned portion of the old highway’s route and will remove non-functional infrastructure, such as culverts, road signs, guiderails and bridges, that is no longer safe for the public and also prevents passage of fish in a nearby creek, according to Public Services and Procurement Canada. Work is expected to start in the spring, and includes removing five bridges and more than 20 culverts from an abandoned alignment of the highway. That alignment will be deactivated, either partially or completely, to put it in a “self-maintaining state that will indefinitely protect adjacent resources,” according to the government. Since the old section of highway was realigned due to persistent washouts, it has has become a unique backcountry trail in the Northern Rockies found just a short drive past Toad River Lodge. The road has held up remarkably well over time, and has guided hik-

ers, cyclists, and other adventurers over old, wooden bridges and culverts, past a waterfall and into Petersen Canyon. The 12-kilometre round trip hike is an easy one, but users must be wary of the old bridges. While some have weathered the elements well, others have not and make for a dangerous crossing. The road north of Drogheda Lake will be partially deactivated to allow passage of motor vehicles, according to the government. This includes replacing two bridges with fords traversable by a 4x4 pickup truck. The remaining south section of the road will be fully deactivated and barricaded against motor vehicle access but allow foot traffic, the government said. The future of the trail is unclear as the series of bridges connected the 12-kilometre route. The province of B.C. is responsible for maintaining the first 133 kilometres of the Alaska Highway up to the Mile 83 marker. Public Services and Procurement Canada is responsible for maintaining the remaining 835-kilometre stretch to the Yukon border. The Yukon government is responsible for maintaining the rest of the Canadian portion of the highway. editor@ahnfsj.ca.

KJOS ANGUS Est. 1999 REGISTERED YEARLING & TWO-YEAR-OLD BULLS AVAILABLE EACH SPRING

Marty & Miriam Kjos

(250) 787-0970 (250) 264-8756 Miriamkjos@hotmail.com

HORIZON RED ANGUS RED & BLACK ANGUS BULLS FOR SALE OFF THE FARM BY PRIVATE TREATY 55756

Industra-Liard Construction has Alaska Highway remediation contract

Philip Driedger / LaCrete, AB / 780.926.5896

Milne’s Gelbvieh 26th Annual Better Beef Bull Sale Wednesday, April 3rd, 2019 ON OFFER: 20 Yearling & Two-Year-Old Gelbvieh Bulls

Milne’s Gelbvieh Fairview, AB

Harold 780.835.0365 Bev 780.834.7704

www.milneranch.com

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Canadian Hereford Association Percentiles for Active Hereford Sires for Fall 2018 All sires have had a calf reported in the last two years (2016-2017) Desc

CED

M&G

CEM

MPI

FMI

RFI

PWG

FAT

REA

MARB

Avg Min Max

1.8 -17.0 22.4

3.0 -6.9 13.6

52 2 90

83 4 150

24 -2 57

49 7 85

1.8 -19.4 19.5

0.9 -0.7 2.6

121.5 -3.4 231.3

113.5 -7.4 240.4

100.7 82.0 122.0

32.1 3.4 68.2

64 13 119

0.009 -0.113 0.147

0.37 -0.45 1.44

0.10 -0.38 0.91

1% 2% 3% 4% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35% 40% 45% 50% NUM

14.3 12.7 11.9 11.2 10.6 8.7 7.6 6.5 5.5 4.7 3.9 3.2 2.5 1.7 6162

-2.5 -1.5 -1.1 -0.7 -0.5 0.4 1.0 1.4 1.7 2.0 2.3 2.6 2.8 3.1 6162

75 72 70 69 68 64 62 60 59 57 56 55 53 52 6162

120 116 114 111 110 104 100 97 94 92 90 88 86 84 6162

41 38 37 35 35 32 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 6162

70 67 66 65 64 61 59 57 56 54 53 52 51 50 6162

11.1 9.9 9.2 8.7 8.2 6.8 5.8 5.1 4.4 3.9 3.4 2.9 2.4 1.9 6162

2.0 1.8 1.8 1.7 1.6 1.4 1.3 1.2 1.2 1.1 1.0 1.0 0.9 0.9 6162

193.0 185.0 180.2 176.2 172.8 161.6 153.8 147.7 142.8 138.1 133.6 129.2 125.2 120.8 2406

197.7 185.5 176.1 171.2 166.3 155.0 145.8 139.6 133.6 128.8 124.2 120.2 115.9 111.6 2406

118.9 114.7 113.0 111.5 111.0 108.0 107.0 105.0 104.0 102.0 101.0 101.0 100.0 100.0 512

51.8 49.0 47.6 46.6 45.6 43.1 41.2 39.2 37.9 36.7 35.3 34.3 33.0 32.0 1815

93 89 86 85 83 79 76 74 72 70 69 67 66 64 6162

-0.053 -0.043 -0.043 -0.033 -0.033 -0.023 -0.023 -0.013 -0.013 -0.003 -0.003 -0.003 0.007 0.007 6162

0.90 0.81 0.77 0.74 0.71 0.63 0.57 0.54 0.50 0.48 0.45 0.42 0.40 0.37 6162

0.49 0.41 0.37 0.34 0.33 0.27 0.23 0.20 0.18 0.15 0.13 0.12 0.10 0.09 6162

Canadian Hereford Association (January 22, 2019) http://hereford.ca/3_performance/Tools%20and%20Trends%20July%202018.pdf

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Winter 2018 International Cattle Evaluation â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Statistical Breakdown for Active Sires Desc Num High Avg Low

GEST 1121 1.1 -2.9 -7.6

CED 1123 24 10 -7

BW 1123 9.4 1.7 -6.4

WW 1123 109 61 27

YW 1123 155 90 26

MILK 1123 39 21 -7

TM 1123 74 52 14

CEM 1123 15 6 -7

SC 1077 2.2 0.5 -1.1

STAY 1123 39 13 -5

DOC 1123 27 11 -13

YG 1123 -0.01 -0.78 -1.17

CW 1123 63 9 -20

CREA 1123 1.81 1.14 0.26

MARB 1123 0.64 -0.48 -0.83

CFAT 1123 0.00 -0.16 -0.25

-6.1

-3.9

133

1.6

-0.99

1.63

0.13

-0.21

-5.8

-2.8

128

1.5

-0.98

1.55

-0.04

-0.21

-5.3

-2.4

126

1.4

-0.96

1.51

-0.11

-0.21

-5.1

-2.0

123

1.3

-0.95

1.47

-0.16

-0.20

-5.0

-1.8

121

1.3

-0.94

1.44

-0.22

-0.20

10%

-4.6

-0.8

114

1.0

-0.90

1.36

-0.31

-0.19

15%

-4.2

-0.3

108

0.9

-0.88

1.32

-0.36

-0.19

20%

-4.0

0.1

105

0.8

-0.86

1.29

-0.39

-0.18

25%

-3.7

0.4

102

0.8

-0.85

1.26

-0.42

-0.18

30%

-3.5

0.8

0.7

-0.84

1.24

-0.45

-0.17

35%

-3.3

1.1

0.6

-0.83

1.22

-0.47

-0.17

40%

-3.2

1.4

0.6

-0.82

1.20

-0.48

-0.17

45%

-3.0

1.6

0.5

-0.81

1.18

-0.49

-0.17

50%

-2.8

1.8

0.5

-0.80

1.16

-0.51

-0.17

55%

-2.7

2.0

0.4

-0.79

1.14

-0.52

-0.17

Canadian Limousin Association (January 23, 2019) http://www.limousin.com/performance/genetic-evaluation/

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Canadian Simmental Association â&#x20AC;¢ www.simmental.com Breed Averages and Percentiles to January 1, 2019 BREED AVERAGE Current Active Sire Active Dam

MCE

MILK

MWW

STAY

DOC

6.6 6.8 5.9

3.4 3.3 3.7

69.3 68.3 67.5

102.2 101.0 98.9

4.1 4.0 3.9

25.2 26.7 25.7

60.2 60.9 59.5

16.5 16.0 16.3

10.1 10.2 9.6

CWT

REA

25.9 0.780 25.5 0.780 24.5 0.760

FAT

MARB

API

-0.129 -0.129 -0.134

-0.11 -0.11 -0.11

114.6 114.1 112.3

64.9 64.8 63.5

Current Population - all calves born in the last 2 years (2017-2018) Active Sire - any sire with a calf reported in the last 2 years (2017-2018) Active Dam - any dam with a calf reported in the last 2 years (2017-2018)

PERCENTILES PCTL

MCE

MILK

MWW

STAY

DOC

CWT

REA

FAT

MARB

API

Average Minimum Maximum SD

6.6 -6.1 22.5 3.62

3.4 -7.3 12.6 1.95

69.3 12.0 106.5 8.11

102.2 17.9 162.1 13.47

4.1 -12.0 16.5 2.95

25.2 -0.3 47.4 5.45

60.2 25.3 88.9 6.56

16.5 2.7 27.3 2.48

10.1 -16.5 25.5 3.30

25.9 -5.6 62.2 6.73

0.78 -0.17 1.55 0.128

-0.129 -0.196 0.063 0.0240

-0.11 -0.51 0.71 0.095

114.6 59.8 171.7 11.44

64.9 30.7 96.6 4.97

1% 2% 3% 4% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35% 40% 45% 50% 55% 60% 65% 70% 75% 80% 85% 90% 95% Number

15.7 -1.6 88.9 134.9 11.1 37.7 75.6 21.9 17.7 43.3 1.08 -0.173 0.20 142.5 14.6 -0.9 86.5 130.7 10.1 36.5 73.8 21.2 16.6 41.1 1.04 -0.170 0.14 138.7 13.9 -0.5 85.0 128.3 9.6 35.7 72.7 20.8 16.0 39.7 1.01 -0.168 0.10 136.3 13.3 -0.2 83.9 126.4 9.2 35.1 71.8 20.5 15.5 38.6 1.00 -0.167 0.08 134.7 12.8 0.1 83.0 124.8 8.9 34.7 71.1 20.3 15.2 37.7 0.98 -0.165 0.06 133.4 11.3 1.0 79.7 119.4 7.7 32.9 68.8 19.5 14.1 34.7 0.94 -0.160 0.00 129.2 10.4 1.5 77.6 115.9 7.0 31.5 67.2 18.9 13.3 32.7 0.90 -0.156 -0.03 126.2 9.6 1.9 75.9 113.2 6.5 30.2 65.9 18.5 12.7 31.3 0.88 -0.152 -0.05 123.9 8.9 2.2 74.5 110.8 6.0 29.0 64.7 18.1 12.2 30.1 0.86 -0.145 -0.07 122.0 8.4 2.5 73.3 108.8 5.6 27.9 63.6 17.8 11.8 29.0 0.84 -0.139 -0.08 120.3 8.0 2.8 72.2 107.0 5.2 26.9 62.6 17.5 11.4 28.1 0.82 -0.135 -0.09 118.8 7.4 3.1 71.2 105.3 4.8 26.0 61.6 17.2 11.0 27.2 0.81 -0.132 -0.10 117.4 6.9 3.3 70.2 103.6 4.5 25.2 60.7 16.9 10.6 26.4 0.79 -0.130 -0.11 116.0 6.5 3.5 69.3 102.1 4.1 24.5 59.8 16.6 10.2 25.6 0.78 -0.128 -0.12 114.6 6.0 3.7 68.3 100.5 3.8 23.8 59.0 16.3 9.9 24.7 0.76 -0.126 -0.13 113.2 5.6 4.0 67.3 98.9 3.4 23.2 58.2 16.0 9.5 24.0 0.75 -0.124 -0.14 111.8 5.1 4.2 66.3 97.2 3.0 22.5 57.4 15.7 9.1 23.2 0.73 -0.122 -0.15 110.4 4.6 4.5 65.3 95.5 2.6 21.8 56.5 15.4 8.6 22.3 0.72 -0.120 -0.16 108.8 4.1 4.7 64.1 93.6 2.2 21.2 55.6 15.0 8.2 21.5 0.70 -0.118 -0.17 107.1 3.5 5.0 62.9 91.4 1.7 20.4 54.6 14.5 7.6 20.5 0.68 -0.115 -0.18 105.2 2.9 5.4 61.3 88.9 1.1 19.6 53.5 14.0 7.0 19.3 0.66 -0.112 -0.20 102.9 2.1 5.8 59.3 85.6 0.4 18.6 52.1 13.3 6.1 17.8 0.62 -0.107 -0.22 100.0 0.9 6.5 56.1 80.3 -0.8 17.1 50.1 12.2 4.7 15.7 0.57 -0.095 -0.25 96.0 77,008 77,008 77,008 77,008 77,008 77,008 77,008 77,008 77,008 77,008 77,008 77,008 77,008 77,008

(Jan 23, 2019) http://www.simmental.com/pdf/CSA%20Genetic%20Evaluation%20Highlights%20Jan%202019.pdf

77.6 75.8 74.7 73.9 73.2 71.1 69.8 68.8 67.9 67.2 66.6 66.0 65.4 64.8 64.3 63.7 63.1 62.4 61.8 61.0 60.1 58.9 56.9 77,008 R0011660006

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Cattle Directory 2019 NO FOOLS BULL SALE

Saturday, April 27, 2019

AT W O

NORTH COUNTRY RANCHLAND BULL SALE MARCH 19, 2019 VJV AUCTION MART, DAWSON CREEK Dan: (250) 630-2146

Cattle Company

35 Red Angus Bulls • 50 Commercial Yearling Heifers

PUREBRED BLACK ANGUS

Lloyd & Donna 1-800-667-2251

Mile 11 on #2 Highway South of Dawson Creek

www.clearriverredangus.com

Visitors Welcome

Cell: (250) 261-3955

Dan & Trudy Loewen & family Altona, BC (1 hour north of Fort St. John)

ANGUS

Two Names. One Program. Annual Red and Black Bull Sale -2nd Thursday in MarchLyons Teepee Creek Event Centre

www.aspenhillenterprises.com

Brandl Cattle Co. Byron & Gwen Brandl, Jarvie, AB 780-954-2599 Cinder Angus Brad Yoder & Nicolle Hoskins, Barrhead, AB 780-674-5773 Classic Livestock Freeman & Zoe Iwasiuk, High Prairie, AB 780-507-5077

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George LeBlanc 780-402-9509 gleblanc1@live.com Chris Tschetter 780-978-6406 Wanham, Alberta

“Quality Black & Red Angus Seed Stock” Greg & Janis Clegg • Sturgeon County, AB Ph: 780.419.6338 • Cell: 780.910.8553 jgclegg@platinum.ca

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CLEGG ANGUS

ASPEN HILL & HEART VALLEY

Dwajo Angus Dwayne, Joanne & Jesse Emery, Camp Creek, AB 780-674-4410 Excel Ranches Ron & Barb/Cody & Amy Miller, Westlock, AB 780-349-0644 Fineline Red Angus Nick & Lorraine van Gaalen, LaGlace, AB 780-568-3906 GRA-TAN Farn Grant & Tanya Chittick, Mayorthorpe, AB 780-786-2181

Steve Aylward (C) 250.784-5136 • Email: gsaylward@gmail.com

Harvest Angus Tom & Carolyn de Waal, Prince George, BC 250-960-0022 Heart of the Valley Farms Brad & Aleta Chappell, Courtenay, BC 250-897-0619

HORIZON RED ANGUS RED & BLACK ANGUS BULLS FOR SALE OFF THE FARM BY PRIVATE TREATY 55755

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55388

ETIC

48543

ANGUS GEN

Gumbo Gulch

32nd (and final)

Philip Driedger / LaCrete, AB / 780.926.5896

J Lazy A Ranch Jarin & Amber Carter, Sexsmith, AB 780-518-9652 KJOS Black Angus Marty & Miriam Kjos, Fort St. John, BC 250-787-0970

JANUARY SPEC

Dawson Co-op Home & Agro Centre

Come To Your Winter has arrived in the Peace country Your Dawson Co-op carries a full selection of stock tank deicers, heated pet bowls and mats. We also carry snow blades and accessories to push old man winter off your road for safer winter driving.

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Located at the corner of HWY 49 and Parkhill Drive • 250.782.3371

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Input wanted from AB fruit and vegetable producers Robert Spencer, commercial horticulture specialist at the Alberta Ag-Info Centre is asking fruit and vegetable producers to share direct market fruit and vegetable pricing information for Alberta. He says that having price information is valuable for people of all experience levels, but especially oneself, to use as a reference against one’s own pricing and to compare against when calculating the cost of production and setting prices. Spencer is looking for: What Alberta producers charged for fruit and vegetable

crops in 2018 – u-pick and prepick for farmers’ markets. Prices changes for the coming season. U-pick and pre-pick values, broken out for on-farm sales and farmers’ market prices for a range of fruit and vegetable crops. Spencer will publish a per pound value or a per unit value depending on the crop and the number of data points he receives. Go to the AB Direct Market Fruit/Veg Price Survey. For more information, contact Robert Spencer at the Alberta Ag-Info Centre, 310-FARM (3276).

CLEARFAB Manufacturing Spring 2019 Cattle Pasture Combo Special

FREE bottle of Pounce on all orders placed before March 20th!"

See our complete line of livestock handling equipment at

www.clearfabmanufacturing.ca

Contact Henry

(780) 834-7512

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56627

Silver Willow Ranch Selling Yearling & 2-Year-Old Registered Black Angus Bulls Off the Ranch by Private Treaty Kevin & Barbara Quist Phone: 780.876.4649 Email: kbqrr2@hotmail.com

Red & Black Angus Yearlings & 2-Yr-Olds

RR 2 Sexsmith, AB T0H 3C0

SMOKY RIVER RED ANGUS

Thursday, March 21 VJV Beaverlodge, AB

56618

ROY & ERIKA SCHWEITZER Ph: 780.356.3611 • Cell: 780.402.5617 • Email: schweitzerre@gpnet.ca

Curtis Boese (780) 876-4526

Spruce Lane Ranch Andrew & Vivian Miller, Bay Tree AB 780-864-5035

Purebred Angus Genetics (The Profitable Kind)

56616

Box 159, Cleardale, AB T0H 3Y0 Pete (cell): 780-835-8291 www.northwaycattle.ca

BULLS FOR SALE OFF THE FARM & AT OUR ANNUAL SPRING AUCTION

BLONDE D’AQUITAINE Dusty Acre Blondes & Painted K Farms

Looking to add a li�le gold in your herd try a Blonde d’Aquai�ne - Located ten minutes north of Dawson Creek. - Producing full blood easy calving bulls - Homozygous Polled, Double & Single Polled - Full herd evalua�on on BIO Track

Poplar Meadows Tanya, Monty, & Taylor Belsham, Houston, BC 250-845-8474

Quality Registered Yearling & 2-yr-old Bulls for Sale on the Farm

Jack & Shannon Trask

(250) 263-4904 • sjtrask@pris.ca Like Us on

Box 127, Montney, BC, V0C 1Y0

56720

Contact Shellie or Kaylyn Cell (250) 784-4628 Email dustyacreblondes@outlook.com Can ﬁnd us on face book and the web

CHAROLAIS

RED GOAD CASH OUT 127’16 HERD BULLS: RED YY EXPEDITOR 3X RED CROWFOOT MOONSHINE 3240A

988778

Selling Registered Black Angus 2 Year Old Bulls & Bred Commercial Heifers Owner: Kelly Ollenberger 1-250-262-1432

Lazy S Charolais

Annual Bull Sale

Red Angus Bulls and Heifers for Sale off the Farm Maynard Boese (780) 568-4340

JayDawn Farms Jason & Nicole McQuaig, Sexsmith, AB 780-933-5530 Johnson Charlolais Stephen & Herb Johnson, Barrhead, AB 780-305-9196

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North Point Angus Box Box 2139 2139 High Prairie, AB T0G 1E0 zahacy@telus.net

Nikki, Kristin, Whitney & Courtney Drschiwiski Box 18, Cecil Lake, BC V0C 1G0 Ph: 250-785-6362 Cell: 250-261-0826 (Nikki) Cell: 250-329-4816 (Courtney) eightway@pris.ca wanderlust_blues@yahoo.ca

Silent K Stock Farms Delano & Megan Kjos, Tomslake, BC 403-827-1819

Annual Bull Sale Sat, March 23, 2019 - 1:00 p.m. VJV, Dawson Creek

Mark & Ginger Zahacy Phone (780) 523-5356 Cell (780) 523-1356

8 WAY CHAROLAIS

Briar Ridge Stock Farm Randy & Chris Haddow, Dawson Creek, BC 250-786-5048 Chad, Leah, Gene & Addison Haddow, Dawson Creek, BC 250-784-3924 Dry Creek Ranch Seth Harmon, Cecil Lake, BC 250-781-3617

56622

Lakeroad Black Angus Jim & Donna Rowe, Worsley, AB 780-685-2141 M.C. Quantock Mac & Pat Creech, Lloydminster, AB 800-561-2855 Mountain Side Angus John & Judy Mayer, Beaverlodge, AB 780-831-8497

Joe & Courtney Schulz Box 43 Site 2 R R 1 | Spirit River AB 780 351 2608 | 780 864 6448 joeschulz@hotmail.ca

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Grande Prairie, AB

Raising Quality Charolais Cattle to meet the needs of the Commercial Industry!

Registered Black & Red Angus R0011648845

Yearling Bulls for Sale on the Farm Trevor Binks and Melanie Klassen Registered & Commercial Angus Cattle 780-539-7128 | C: 780-518-0630

Eldon & Marilyn Cassity Wembley, AB 780-766-2887

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Pro-Char Charolais David & Kristina Prokuda, Glenevis, AB 780-932-1654 Spruce View Charolais Andrew & Eﬃe Lakusta, Andrew, AB 780-719-0264 Triangle Stock Farm Vance & Michelle Kleppler, Stony Plain, AB 780-968-2354 Valanjou Charolais Phillipe & Rae Lusson, Clyde, AB 780-348-5683 Wrangler Charolais Farm Wade & Sherry Meakin, Westlock, AB 780-349-1650

GELBVIEHS AdamsGreen Gelbvieh David & Janice Adams, High Prairie, AB 780-524-5382

MILNE’S RANCH Selling 1 and 2 Year Old Red & Black Gelbvieh Bulls Harold 780.835.0365 Bev 780.834.7704

Box 1573 Fairview, AB

www.milneranch.com

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Hillview Farms Raymond & Corine Verbeek, Sturgeon County, AB 780-939-2173 Lakeroad Limousin Jim, Donna & Jackie Rowe, Worsley, AB 780-835-9588

HEREFORDS 46th All BREEDS SALE, Sat. March 30 1pm @ VJV Auction Mart, Dawson Creek LIKE US ON

bull sale

March 1, 2019 • VJV Dawson Creek

Chet & Jamie Jans

Registered Simmental Breeders

Box 223 Groundbirch, BC V0C 1T0

Shadow Creek Red Polls

Randy & Chris Haddow 250-786-5048 Chad, Gene, Addison, Leah & Wyatt Haddow 250-784-3924

BENWYN HEREFORDS

• Maternal traits with light birth weights • Dual purpose – high milk production • Registered Bulls For Sale. Dean & Marsha Anderson – Fort St John, BC

Phone (250) 827-3293 or (250) 262-5638

VISITORS ALWAYS WELCOME

www.shadowcreek.farm • marshascows@hotmail.com

Bill Bentley - (250) 843-7575 Doug Bentley - (250) 843-7364 BENWYN FARM LTD. PROGRESS, BC V0C 2E0

spring select

RED POLLS

Herefords Charolais Simmentals

20 miles West of Dawson Creek Hwy 97 South 3/4 mile North of Progress (Rd 255)

Chittick Family Hereford Ranch Raymond & Mona Chittick, Whitecourt, AB 780-778-0150 Eureka Hereford Farms Tom Basnett, Eureka River, AB 780-834-8170 Gold Stock Hereford Farms Charlie & Steven White, Beaverlodge, AB 780-354-3190 M.C. Quantock Mac & Pat Creech, Lloydminster, AB 800-561-2855 Reber’s Polled Herefords Serena & Kasey Reber, Woking, AB 780-518-2643

SALERS DynaRich Salers Richard & Dianne Andersen, Eckville, AB 403-746-2919

VOSS FAMILY SALERS

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Your Peace Country Connection for Quality Salers Cattle LONG YEARLING BULLS FOR SALE ON THE FARM CALVING EASE AND PERFORMANCE MATURE GRASS-FED HIGH VOLUME BULLS PROVEN WITH MANY YEARS OF BREEDING FOR EASY FLESHING AND MARBLING

Randy & Lesli Voss

P: 250-780-2141 E: info@fallentimberfarms.com www.fallentimberfarms.com

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Grimm Ranches Miles Grimm & Laurie Schaub, Grimshaw, AB 780-971-2217 Halfway River Simmentals Eckbert & Christa Weitzel Georg & Sarah Weitzel, Charlie Lake, BC 250-263-8237 Hodges Simmentals Roy & Scot Hodges, Beaverlodge, AB 780-512-4669 JayDawn Farms Jason & Nicole McQuaig, Sexsmith, AB 780-933-5530 KIN-KIN Cattle Co. Gary & Faye Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB KSL Simmentals Keagan Scorgie, Beaverlodge, AB 780-518-6572 Brad Smith, Beaverlodge, AB 780-202-0254 Lakeroad Simmentals Sarah Hayward & Kolby Rowe, Fairview, AB 780-835-8841 Simmental Cattle

Quarter Horse

Box 473, Hythe, AB T0H 2C0

(780) 356-3361 • (780) 814-1534 • rlsalers@hotmail.com

Yearling and 2 yr. old Bulls for Sale by Private Treaty

Box 238, FAIRVIEW, ALBERTA TOH 1LO

Blueberry Valley Farms Limousin Michael & Rebecca McCord, Mile 86.5 Alaska Hwy, BC 250-772-5116 Dry Creek Ranch Gordon & Carla Harmon, Cecil Lake, BC 250-781-3617 Excel Ranches Ron & Barb Miller, Cody & Amy Miller, Westlock, AB 780-349-0644

SIMMENTALS Albrecht Farms Steve, Tammy & Ryan Albrecht, Spirit River, AB 780-864-4259 Briar Ridge Stock Farm Randy & Chris Haddow, Dawson Creek, BC 250-786-5048 Chad, Leah, Gene & Addison Haddow, Dawson Creek, BC 250-784-3924

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Home of Polled & Horned 100% Full Blood & Purebred Fleckvieh

Yearling & 2 year old Bulls for Sale

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LIMOUSIN

Phone/Fax: (780) 618-9044

Norbert & Janice Luken 780-835-3165 Email: njluken6@gmail.com

M.C. Quantock Mac & Pat Creech, Lloydminster, AB 800-561-2855 R0011648285

58935

Alvin Johnson Box 27 Brownvale, AB T0H 0L0

56694

SHORTHORNS

CONSIGNING TO TRANSCON PC SIMMENTAL BULL SALE 1pm - Sat, Feb. 23, 2019 - VJV Beaverlodge Elden, Einar and Ole Bakkehaug Box 156, Hythe, AB T0H 2C0

Home (780) 356-2113 Elden Cell (780) 518-3536

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Wolfe Farms Tony Wolfe, Valleyview, AB 780-524-3939

PEACE COUNTRY SIMMENTALS Box 154, Cecil Lake, BC V0C 1G0

SPECKLE PARK

46TH ANNUAL ALL BREEDS SALE, Sat., March 30, 1pm @VJV Auction Mart, Dawson Creek J&M Farms JERRY & GEM GIESBRECHT 250.262.7867

Rachido Ranch Randy & Donna Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-786-4373 Rosefield Simmentals James & Martha Wiebe, Prespatou, BC 250-630-2621

Visit Us:

Cody & Rodi Murray Beaverlodge, AB

DawsonCreekMirror.ca

(780) 831-5781 cdymurray@yahoo.ca

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hodgey_177@hotmail.com

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Willow Creek Simmentals Mike & Mari Klassen & Family, Debolt, AB 780-957-2814

Willowdale Simmentals Performance Breeding Stock ● Polled Reds & Blacks Dale and Judy Smith & Family (780) 524-2790

Box 1555 Valleyview, AB T0H 3N0 24km North of Valleyview on Highway 49

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CONSIGNING TO PEACE COUNTRY SUPREME BULL SALE Saturday, March 9, 2019 VJV Beaverlodge

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AUCTION FACILITIES LIVESTOCK EXCHANGES BC Livestock Producers Co-operative Kevin Johnson, Kamloops, BC 250-573-3939 Innisfail Auction Market Danny, Mark & Duane Daines, Innisfail, AB 403-227-3166 North Central Livestock Exchange Garth Rogers, Clyde, AB 780-348-5893

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Olds Auction Market Olds, AB 403-556-3655 Thorsby Stockyards Inc. Chance Martin, Thorsby, AB 780-789-3915 Viking Livestock Market Cliff Grinde, Viking, AB 780-336-2209 VJV Livestock Marketing Group Peter Raffan, Dawson Creek, BC 250-782-3766 Peter Raffan, Beaverlodge, AB 780-354-2423 Travis Sekura, Westlock, AB 780-349-3153 Craig Jacklin, Ponoka, AB 403-783-5561 Dean Edge, Rimbey, AB 403-704-0280 Wembley Livestock Exchange Glen Mayer, Wembley, AB 780-897-9570

FEEDER ASSOCIATIONS Grande Prairie Feeders Association Admin – Dawn Hollins, Grande Prairie, AB 780-834-7399 North Peace Feeder Association Admin – Donna Haakenson, Berwyn, AB 780-338-3071 Prairie River Feeders Co-op Admin – Tammy Roberts, High Prairie, AB 780-523-4487 Barrhead Feeder Association Admin – Ann Gerhardt, Barrhead, AB 780-674-2456 Fort Feeders Co-op Association Admin – Cathy Axley, Two Hills, AB 780-290-0293 Westlock Feeders Association Admin – Megan Keith, Westlock, AB 780-348-5850

Rotary Auction

March 9–17 2019

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State of the North report reveals positive outlooks The 2018 State of the North report has been released, providing a comprehensive sector-specific and regional data to help light opportunities and inform investment decisions. The State of the North is a mixed bag, says Joel McKay, Chief Executive Officer with the Northern Development Initiative Trust, the organization behind the report. “Certainly, the outlook in the energy and oil and gas sector is more positive heading into 2019 than it was a year ago thanks to a positive investment decision for the LNG Canada project in Kitimat, its accompanying Coastal GasLink pipeline and continued construction at BC Hydro’s Site C project,” he says. “As well, AltaGas’ propane export terminal on Ridley Island near Prince Rupert is nearing completion creating yet more long-term jobs and opportunities for that part of the region.” McKay notes side from these industry trends, the economy in the north has continued to show strength, with relatively tight labour market conditions and a slightly lower unemployment rate

of 6.4%, an increase in building permits in residential and industrial classes and a substantial lift in the number of housing starts for the fisrst nine months of 2018 compared with the same period in 2017. “Business formations remained in line with three-year averages in 2017 suggesting stability in the regional market, except for the Northeast Region where they remained below the average no doubt due to the ongoing recovery in the energy sector.” Short-term outlooks Global economic growth remained steady in first half of 2018 and is expected to remain strong through 2019. However, there is considerable uncertainty due to continued trade tensions between the U.S. and its trading partners. “The Canadian economy has been operating at or near capacity and is expected to continue to do so in the near term. Exports and business investment in increased capacity are rising while consumer spending and investment in residential construction is slowing due to tighter mortgage rules and higher interest rates,” reads the report. Those factors, combined with

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U.S. tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum, are expected to lead to a gradual slowing of GDP growth in Canada. Energy infrastructure The Site C Dam is being constructed by BC Hydro on the Peace River. It will be the third dam in the area and will add approximately 1,110 megawatts to B.C.’s power generating capacity.6 Construction began in July 2015 and is expected to be completed by the end of 2024.7 As of August 2018, over 3,5618 individuals were employed in the construction of the dam. Additional investments in electricity generating infrastructure include the Peace Region Electrical Supply project that will increase the reliability of electricity supply to existing customers in the South Peace region and enable the electrification of natural gas production, processing, and compression. The State of the North economic report has been produced thanks to a partnership between Northern Development Initiative Trust and MNP. It is an impartial third-party report with data collection and interpretation provided by MNP. editor@dcdn.ca

Phone: 403 227-3166 Toll Free: 1 800 710-3166 Fax: 403 227-2202

• A family owned and operated livestock market located in Central Alberta • • Large clean feed lot pens bedded with shavings and straw with water pens •

Cattle need to be in by 4:00 p.m. on Sunday.

Please call for date of ﬁrst presort sale for 2019

WEDNESDAY REGULAR SALES @ 9:00 A.M.

Butcher cows and bulls start the day followed by feeders & yearlings and Bred Cows & Cow Calf Pairs

MAR 1 • 1:00PM • SELECT CHAROLAIS BULL SALE – 115 CHAROLAIS BULLS ON OFFER MAR 8 • 1:00PM • GELBVIEH ADVANTAGE BULL SALE – 40 GELBVIEH BULLS ON OFFER CATALOGUES AVAILABLE FROM OUR WEBSITE - WWW.INNISFAILAUCTIONMARKET.COM

CALL TO BOOK YOUR CATTLE FOR TOP SERVICE Danny Daines (403) 391-0580 • Mark Daines (403) 350-0200 • Duane Daines (403) 358-4971 Ofﬁce Manager - Sheena Jones • Email - iamarket@telus.net

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Cattle Market Report VJV LIVESTOCK MARKETING GROUP

DAWSON CREEK

BEAVERLODGE

WESTLOCK

PONOKA

RIMBEY

Peter Raffan - Mgr. 250-782-3766 vjvdawsoncreek@outlook.com

Peter Raffan - Mgr. 780-354-2423 vjvbeaverlodge@gpnet.ca

Travis Sekura - Mgr. 780-349-3153 office@vjvauction.com

Craig Jacklin - Mgr. 403-783-5561 office@vjvauction.com

Dean Edge 403-704-0280 office@vjvauction.com

Auction Date

Feb 19 - 977 Hd

Feb 12 - 211 Hd

Feb 21 - 866 Hd

Feb 14 - 441 Hd

Feb 21 - 2347 Hd

Feb 14 - 923 Hd

Feb 20 - 3227 Hd

Feb 13 - 1908 Hd

Feb 19 - 541 Hd

Bid Range

Low

High

Low

High

Low

High

Low

High

Low

High

Low

High

Average

Low

300 - 399

n/a

$185.00 $240.00

n/a

400 - 499

n/a

$215.00 $240.00 $206.00 $233.00 $215.00 $241.00 $195.00 $230.00 $200.00 $229.75

n/a

500 - 599 $200.00 $212.00

High

$200.00 $235.00

$215.00 $226.00 $205.00 $216.00 $199.50 $240.00 $197.00 $226.00 $200.00 $233.00 $190.00 $215.00 $190.00 $228.00

600 - 699 $195.00 $208.00 $185.00 $195.00 $200.00 $210.00 $190.00 $201.25 $190.00 $212.00 $195.00 $217.00 $190.00 $222.50 $190.00 $214.00 $180.00 $212.00 700 - 799 $175.00 $185.25 $180.00 $189.50 $178.00 $188.00 $177.00 $188.25 $188.00 $199.00 $184.00 $197.50 $180.00 $197.00 $185.00 $199.00 $175.00 $195.25 800 - 899 $164.00 $174.00 $168.00 $178.00 $168.00 $177.00 $162.00 $172.75 $172.00 $178.50 $173.00 $184.25 $170.00 $182.25 $180.00 $185.50 $170.00 $184.50 900 - 999

n/a

$161.00 $170.00 $165.00 $178.00 $165.00 $178.25 $177.25 $180.75 $161.00 $165.00

1000+

n/a

$150.00 $164.00

Bid Range

Low

High

Low

High

Low

High

Low

High

300 - 399

n/a

$190.00 $215.00 $180.00 $200.00

n/a

$190.00 $208.00 $194.00 $207.00 $190.00 $216.50 $180.00 $201.00 $180.00 $216.00

400 - 499 $180.00 $193.00

$190.00 $200.00

Low

High

n/a

Low

High

$155.00 $167.75 Low

High

n/a

High

Average

High

Average

$200.00 $212.00 $190.00 $220.00

500 - 599 $178.00 $190.00 $175.00 $182.00 $180.00 $189.00 $174.00 $182.25 $175.00 $191.00 $179.00 $198.00 $175.00 $205.25 $170.00 $195.00 $175.00 $207.00 600 - 699 $176.00 $186.00 $165.00 $174.50 $170.00 $181.50 $164.00 $173.00 $169.00 $186.00 $170.00 $192.00 $165.00 $191.00 $170.00 $188.50 $165.00 $187.00 700 - 799 $165.00 $172.75 $157.00 $166.25 $173.00 $186.00 $152.00 $161.00 $159.00 $177.50 $162.00 $181.00 $155.00 $178.50 $165.00 $185.25 $165.00 $173.00 800 - 899 $150.00 $162.00 $150.00 $157.25

n/a

$150.00 $164.00 $155.00 $168.00 $150.00 $166.00 $160.00 $186.50 $161.00 $167.00

900 - 999

n/a

$123.00 $148.00 $125.00 $160.00 $150.00 $160.00 $150.00 $169.50 $140.00 $155.00

1000+

n/a

$110.00 $144.00 $120.00 $130.00 $145.00 $154.50

D1 - D2 Cows $72.00

$82.00 $75.00

D3 - D4 Cows $60.00 SLAUGHTER CATTLE

85.00

95.25

130.00

Bologna Bulls 80.00

92.00

D1 - D2 Cows D3 - D4 Cows Heiferettes n/a

n/a

Bologna Bulls 80.00

90.00

Feeder Bulls

n/a

$1,775

$2,100

Older Bred Cows n/a

n/a

Good Bred Cows n/a

n/a

Good Bred Hfrs

$1,800

n/a

Cow/Calf Prs (Y) n/a

n/a

Cow/Calf Prs (O) n/a

n/a

Good Bred Cows n/a

n/a

Older Bred Cows Older Bred Cows

Good Bred Hfrs $2,050

n/a

Cow/Calf Prs (Y) n/a

n/a

Cow/Calf Prs (O) n/a

n/a

Good Bred Hfrs n/a

n/a

Cow/Calf Prs (Y) n/a

n/a

Cow/Calf Prs (O) n/a

n/a

$82.00

D3 - D4 Cows

$62.00 $72.00 $65.00

Feeder Bulls

n/a

D1 - D2 Cows

$75.00 $83.00 $75.00

Feeder Bulls

Good Bred Cows

REPLACEMENT CATTLE

$73.00

Heiferettes

134.00 115.00

Bologna Bulls

$84.00

D3 - D4 Cows

$70.00 $60.00

Heiferettes 120.00

D1 - D2 Cows

$72.00

Heiferettes 115.00

134.00

Bologna Bulls 82.00

91.75

Feeder Bulls n/a

n/a

Good Bred Cows n/a

n/a

Older Bred Cows n/a

n/a

D1 - D2 Cows $80.00

$87.50

D3 - D4 Cows $70.00

$78.50

Heiferettes 112.00

144.00

Bologna Bulls 84.00

112.00

Feeder Bulls $100.00 $128.00

Good Bred Cows n/a

n/a

Older Bred Cows n/a

n/a

D1 - D2 Cows $78.00

$89.00

D3 - D4 Cows $68.00

$77.00

Heiferettes 97.00

135.00

Bologna Bulls 82.00

110.00

Feeder Bulls n/a

n/a

Good Bred Cows n/a

n/a

Older Bred Cows n/a

n/a

D1 - D2 Cows $80.00

$90.00

D3 - D4 Cows $70.00

$79.00

Heiferettes 110.00

140.00

n/a

D1 - D2 Cows $82.00

$92.00

D3 - D4 Cows $70.00

$82.00

Heiferettes 110.00

140.00

Feeder Bulls $100.00 $130.00

Good Bred Cows n/a

n/a

Older Bred Cows n/a

n/a

Good Bred Cows n/a

n/a

Cow/Calf Prs (O) n/a

n/a

Cow/Calf Prs (O) n/a

n/a

Cow/Calf Prs (O) n/a

n/a

Cow/Calf Prs (Y) n/a

n/a

Cow/Calf Prs (O) n/a

n/a

Good Bred Cows n/a

n/a

Older Bred Cows Older Bred Cows

n/a

116.00

Feeder Bulls

n/a

100.00 135.00

Feeder Bulls

n/a

Heiferettes

85.00

111.50

n/a

Cow/Calf Prs (Y)

$60.00 $74.00

85.00

109.50

Good Bred Hfrs

Cow/Calf Prs (Y)

D3 - D4 Cows

88.00

Good Bred Hfrs

Cow/Calf Prs (Y)

$73.00 $89.00

Bologna Bulls

Good Bred Hfrs n/a

D1 - D2 Cows

Bologna Bulls

Good Bred Hfrs n/a

n/a

Bologna Bulls

Good Bred Hfrs n/a

n/a

Cow/Calf Prs (Y) n/a

n/a

Cow/Calf Prs (O) n/a

n/a

Good Bred Hfrs n/a

n/a

Cow/Calf Prs (Y) n/a

n/a

Cow/Calf Prs (O) n/a

n/a

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FEEDER STEERS

CATTLE MARKET REPORT FOR MAR 1, 2019

The Northern Horizon, March 1, 2019

SHEEP, GOAT AND HOG PRODUCERS!!

2019 BULL SALES AT VOLD JONES & VOLD

VJV WESTLOCK HAS AN EXCLUSIVE MARKET ON TOP QUALITY EWE LAMBS, GOATS AND HOGS!

Dawson Creek Sat, Mar 2 Tue, Mar 12 Tue, Mar 19 Sat, Mar 23 Tue, Mar 26 Sat, Mar 30 Sat, Apr 6 Tue, Apr 16

The demand for lamb, goat and pork is growing and the market is growing right along with it. VJV’s reputation throughout Western and Central Canada, along with its network of market facilities, uniquely positions them to put your livestock together with the feedlots, abattoirs and packing companies calling for lamb, goat and pork while assuring you of receiving top market value. If you have lambs, goats or hogs for sale, call us for an updated market report and to arrange delivery. VJV Westlock holds sheep, goat & hog sales at 11:00 a.m. on the third Tuesday of each month! Our next auction dates are March 19, April 16 & May 21 Free feed and water upon delivery. Be sure your sheep are ear tagged before marketing.

Thur, Mar 7 1:00 p.m. Sat, Mar 9 1:00 p.m. Thur, Mar 21 1:00 p.m.

Dawson Creek • 301 - 116th Avenue Ph: (250) 782-3766 • Fax: (250) 782-6622

vjvdawsoncreek@outlook.com Beaverlodge • Box 606, Beaverlodge, AB Ph: (780) 354-2423 • Fax: (780) 354-2420

vjvbeaverlodge@gpnet.ca

(EMAIL) OFFICE@VJVAUCTION.COM • (WEBSITE) WWW.VJVAUCTION.COM/WESTLOCK

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PHONE TOLL FREE 1-877-349-3153

Mountain Side Angus Bull Sale Peace Country Supreme Bull Sale Lazy S Charolais Bull Sale

VJV LIVESTOCK MARKETING GROUP

VJV Beaverlodge will be assembling sheep and goats on the Monday before each sale! Call Jason at 587-343-2162 today!! Contact us today for pre-listing or up-to-date market information.

Trent Ewasiw, Sheep & Goat Rep • 1-780-349-0239 Cory Polak, Sheep & Goat Rep • 1-780-712-5749

Spring Select Bull Sale Gomack Red Angus Bull Sale North Country Ranchland Bull Sale North Point Angus Bull Sale Eight-Way Charolais Bull Sale Dawson Creek All Breeds Bull Sale Peace Country Limousin Bull Sale Dawson Creek Last Chance Bull Sale

Beaverlodge

Can’t Get Your Sheep or Goats to Us Yourself?

VJV WESTLOCK AUCTION

1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m.

VJV LIVESTOCK Mar.KETING GROUP www.vjvauction.com • Canadian Satellite Web Site: www.cslauction.com Dawson Creek

Cattle Sales

Special Sales

Peter Raffan 250.782.3766

Beaverlodge Peter Raffan 780.354.2423

Westlock Travis Sekura 780.349.3153

Ponoka Craig Jacklin 403.783.1453

Rimbey Dean Edge 403.704.0280

Tues, Mar 5th - 9:00 a.m. Tues, Mar 12th - 9:00 a.m. Tues, Mar 19th - 9:00 a.m. Tues, Mar 26th - 9:00 p.m. Tues, Apr 2nd - 9:00 a.m.

Thurs, Mar 7th - 9:00 a.m. Thurs, Mar 14th - 9:00 a.m. Thurs, Mar 21st - 9:00 a.m. Thurs, Apr 4th - 9:00 a.m. Thurs, Apr 18th - 9:00 a.m.

Thurs, Mar 7th - 9:00 a.m. Thurs, Mar 14th - 9:00 a.m. Thurs, Mar 21st - 9:00 a.m. Thurs, Mar 28th - 9:00 a.m. Thurs, Apr 4th - 9:00 a.m.

Wed, Mar 6th - 9:00 a.m. Wed, Mar 13th - 9:00 a.m. Wed, Mar 20th - 9:00 a.m. Wed, Mar 27th - 9:00 a.m. Wed, Apr 3rd - 9:00 a.m.

Tues, Mar 5th - 9:00 a.m. Tues, Mar 12th - 9:00 a.m. Tues, Mar 19th - 9:00 a.m. Tues, Mar 26th - 9:00 a.m. Tues, Apr 2nd - 9:00 a.m.

Ponoka

Rimbey

Limousin Influence Calf Sale Wed, Mar 13th In conjunction with Regular sale

Lazy S Limousin & Charolais Bull Sale Sat, Mar 23rd – 6:00 p.m.

Dawson Creek

Beaverlodge

Westlock

Replacement Heifer Sale

Check out list of Bull Sales in ad Above Spring Horse Sale

Bred Cow Sale Sat, Mar 9th – 11:00 a.m.

Tues, April 2nd With regular sale

Spring Horse Sale Sat, April 27th Tack at 9:30 a.m. Horses at Noon

Check out list of Bull Sales in ad Above

Sat, May 11th Tack at 9:30 a.m. Horses at Noon

Sheep Assembly Day To VJV Westlock

Mon, Mar 18th – 9am to 11am Mon, Apr 15th – 9am to 11am

Call 587-343-2162

3-in-1 Cattle Sale Sat, Apr 13th – 11:00 a.m. Bulls/Cows/Heifers Horse Sale Sat, Mar 16th – 10:00 a.m. Sheep & Goat Sales Tues, Mar 19th – 11:00 a.m. Tues, Apr 16th – 11:00 a.m.

Rafter JL Charolais Timed Auction Thurs, Mar 21st – 9:00 a.m.

Longhorn Sale Tues, Mar 26th – 12 Noon Spring Horse Sale Fri, Apr 26th– 5:00 p.m.

Bison Show & Sale Sat, Mar 16th – 12 Noon

Contact our reps for current Market trends, prices, booking of cattle into the auction Mart or Satellite sale Owner – Henry Thalen 403.783.0090 henry@morsan.com • CEO – Yancy Crosier 403.485.0887 yancy.crosier@gmail.com

Ponoka: 4410 – Highway 2A, Ponoka, AB (Ph) 403.783.5561, (Fax) 403.783.4120, (Website) www.vjvauction.com (Email) office@vjvauction.com Dawson Creek: 301 – 116th Avenue, Dawson Creek, B.C. (Ph) 250.782.3766, (Fax) 250.782.6622 (Email) vjvdawsoncreek@outlook.com Beaverlodge: Box 606, Beaverlodge, AB (Ph) 780.354.2423, (Fax) 780-354-2420, (Email) vjvbeaverlodge@gpnet.ca Westlock: 9004 – 110A Street, Westlock, AB (Ph) 780.349.3153 (Fax) 780.349.5466 (Email) office@vjvauction.com • Rimbey: 4831 – 47th Street, Rimbey, AB (Ph) 403.843.2439 (Fax) 403.843.3485 (Email) office@vjvauction.com

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Field Representatives: Mike Brennan (Ponoka, Rimbey, Bashaw) 403.783.1074 • Ralph Calder (Grimshaw & Northern Alberta) 780.618.7655 • Neil Campbell (Rycroft) 780.814.4113 Trevor Duke (Castor, Coronation, Stettler, Hanna) 403.740.5753 • Trent Ewasiw (Rochester, Dapp) 780.349.0239 • Darryl Friesen (Rimbey) 780.318.1630 Mark Gillett (Fairview) 780.834.7063 • D. Trapper Green (Northern Alberta & BC) 780.837.0171 • Craig Jacklin (Ponoka, Feeder Finance) 403-783-1453 Barry Neumeirer (Rimbey) 403.350.8222 • Art Patterson (Dawson Creek) 250.784.4307 • Cory Polak (Peers, Edson) 780.712.5749 • Peter Raffan (Dawson Creek) 250.260.0758 Wade Schaupmeyer (Mayerthorpe) 780.305.4104 • Dan Schleppe (Dawson Creek West) 250.219.5698 • Bob Scott (Lac La Biche) 780.689.9203 • Travis Sekura (Drayton Valley) 780.621.6841 Stan Skeels (Rimbey) 403.704.0288 • Nansen Vold (Ponoka) 403.783.0349 • Ged Willis (Beaverlodge & Surrounding Area) 780.814.4751 • Herb Wylhuizen (Rimbey) 403.844.0294

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Cattle Market Report N/CENTRAL THORSBY STOCKYARDS LIVESTOCK EXCHANGE

Auction Date Bid Range 300 - 399 400 - 499 500 - 599 600 - 699 700 - 799 800 - 899 900 - 999 1000+

Feb 18 - 1183 Hd Low High $220.00 $270.00 $210.00 $253.00 $205.00 $234.00 $190.00 $217.00 $165.00 $200.00 $165.00 $186.00 $150.00 $176.00 $145.00 $170.00 Low $185.00 $185.00 $175.00 $170.00 $150.00 $150.00 $140.00 $135.00

INNISFAIL AUCTION MARKET

Office 780-348-5893

Office 780-336-2209

Office 403-227-3166

Feb 11 - 658 Hd Low High $230.00 $255.00 $220.00 $248.50 $200.00 $233.50 $190.00 $213.00 $175.00 $195.50 $165.00 $188.00 n/a n/a $150.00 $177.00

Feb 19 - 3367 Hd Low High $220.00 $260.00 $210.00 $251.00 $200.00 $235.00 $190.00 $218.00 $170.00 $197.00 $165.00 $185.00 $160.00 $175.00 n/a n/a

Feb 19 - 1770 Hd Low High $225.00 $270.00 $223.00 $260.00 $210.00 $237.00 $185.00 $224.00 $175.00 $201.00 $169.00 $184.00 $162.00 $172.00 n/a n/a

Feb 13 Low High $210.00 $270.00 $200.00 $258.00 $185.00 $252.00 $180.00 $232.00 $175.00 $214.00 $170.00 $200.00 $170.00 $184.00 $160.00 $179.00

Low $200.00 $190.00 $175.00 $160.00 $159.50 $158.00 $150.00 $135.00

Low $190.00 $185.00 $170.00 $160.00 $160.00 $150.00 $140.00 n/a

Low $188.00 $185.00 $179.00 $168.00 $163.00 $159.00 $150.00 n/a

Low $170.00 $170.00 $160.00 $160.00 $155.00 $140.00 $130.00 $120.00

Office 780-789-3915

FEEDER STEERS FEEDER HEIFERS

VIKING AUCTION MARKET

Bid Range 300 - 399 400 - 499 500 - 599 600 - 699 700 - 799 800 - 899 900 - 999 1000+

High $219.00 $223.00 $200.50 $188.00 $183.00 $171.00 $164.00 $156.00

D1 - D2 Cows SLAUGHTER CATTLE

D1 - D2 Cows

High $220.00 $215.00 $208.00 $188.00 $180.00 $171.00 $167.00 n/a

D1 - D2 Cows

High $215.00 $208.00 $200.00 $192.00 $185.00 $167.00 $160.00 n/a

Feeder Bulls

High $213.00 $218.00 $218.00 $198.00 $195.00 $183.00 $177.00 $176.00

Feeder Bulls

Office 403-556-3655

Office 250-573-3939

Feb 6 - 989 Hd Low High $210.00 $252.00 $200.00 $251.00 $190.00 $233.00 $190.00 $224.00 $175.00 $206.00 $170.00 $194.00 $170.00 $184.00 $160.00 $186.00

Feb 19 - 357 Hd Low High $215.00 $250.00 $215.00 $250.00 $210.00 $235.00 $200.00 $220.00 $180.00 $203.00 $165.00 $185.00 $150.00 $180.00 $138.00 $170.00

Feb 13 - 1638 Hd High Avg $241.00 $227.00 $229.00 $229.00 $226.00 $219.00 $210.00 $203.00 $193.00 $187.00 $181.00 $177.00 $172.00 $170.00 n/a n/a

Low $170.00 $170.00 $160.00 $160.00 $155.00 $140.00 $130.00 $120.00

Low $185.00 $185.00 $180.00 $175.00 $160.00 $155.00 $140.00 $130.00

High $204.00 $201.75 $190.25 $173.00 $176.00 $170.00 $158.50 n/a

High $227.00 $218.00 $214.00 $193.00 $177.00 $174.00 $181.00 $181.00

Feeder Bulls

$75.00

$88.00

$75.00

$88.00

$74.00

$86.00

$90.00

$125.00 $100.00

$155.00 $100.00 $155.00

$64.00

$77.00

$62.00

$77.00

$60.00

$72.00

$85.00

$112.00

$97.00

D4 Cows

Slaughter Bulls $89.00 $107.00

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High $231.00 $220.00 $204.00 $192.00 $180.50 $171.00 $165.00 $160.00

$80.00

$92.00

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Good Bred Younger Good Bred Hfrs n/a

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D4 Cows

Slaughter Bulls n/a

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Feeder Cows

D3 Cows

$80.00

Bulls

$80.00

$97.00

$1,400

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Feeder Bulls n/a

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$90.00

$104.00

Bologna Bulls

$55.00

Heiferettes

$2,200 $95.00

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Butcher Bulls $84.00

$96.00

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$105.00

B/Cows & Hfrs

n/a

Bulls

Slaughter Bulls

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Slaughter Bulls

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$118.00

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$88.75

$96.00

$65.00

$89.00

$65.00

$89.00

$1,600

$2,075

$1,575

$2,350

Cow/Calf Pairs n/a

Feeder Cows

$135.00

Slaughter Cows

$75.00

Feeder Cows

$72.00

n/a

Butcher Cows Bred Cows

n/a

Butcher Cows Bred Cows

n/a

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La Glace announces Small Town Bringdown 2019 It was such a great time last year, they are re-loading another huge night into the chamber. The La Glace & District Ag Society has announced the 2019 Small Town Bringdown line up for, Saturday May 4, La Glace, Alberta at the new Regional Recreation Centre. Reveling from the success of the 2018 Small Town Bringdown, the Ag Society has claimed this concert series as their signature event, raising funds for the construction and operation of the organization’s recreational facilities. The 2019 show will be the first event held in the new Regional Recreation Centre and what better way to break it in than with hundreds of our closest friends and two of Canadian country music’s hottest emerging acts. The 2019 Small Town Bringdown will feature James Barker Band, Peace Country Native Aaron Goodvin and more.

With top ten singles like “Lawn Chair Lazy” and Canadian Country Music Award winning hit “Chills”, headliners, Ontario-crafted Canadian country outfit James Barker Band, are sure to bring the house down. “We’re ‘Just Sayin’’ this is a show you will not want to miss,” chortled officials. Aaropn Goodvin is also ready to rip it up that night. Back to his old stompin’ grounds in the Peace Country, 2018 CCMA songwriter of the year Goodvin is sure to deliver a show-stopping performance. “Lonely Drum” became the only Canadian country single released in the past two years to be certified platinum. With a couple of Canadian country music’s hottest emerging acts the 2019 show is sure to sell out. For more information contact 780-5123808 or email jadenyds@gmail.com

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BULL SALE ANYONE? ANGUS Fri, March 1

GRA-TAN Farm

Chittick Family Bull Sale

Mayerthorpe Diamond Centre

1:00 p.m.

Sat, March 2

Poplar Meadows Angus

Annual Bull Sale

B.C. Livestock, Williams Lake

1:00 p.m.

Thurs, March 7

Mountain Side Angus

Annual Bull Sale

VJV, Beaverlodge, AB

1:00 p.m.

Sat, March 9

Brandl Cattle Co.

Brandl Cattle Co. Angus Bull Sale

At the Farm, Jarvie, AB

3:00 p.m.

Sat, March 9

Harvest Angus

Annual Bull Sale

B.C. Livestock, Williams Lake

1:00 p.m.

Tues, March 12

Gomack Red Angus

Annual Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Tues, March 12

Cinder Angus

On Target Bull & Female Sale

Ag Barn, Barrhead, AB

1:00 p.m.

Tues, March 12

DWAJO Angus

On Target Bull & Female Sale

Ag Barn, Barrhead, AB

1:00 p.m.

Wed, March 13

Fineline Red Angus

Super Wednesday Bull Sale

J Lazy A Ranch, Emerson Trail

2:00 p.m.

Wed, March 13

J Lazy A Ranch

Super Wednesday Bull Sale

J Lazy A Ranch, Emerson Trail

2:00 p.m.

Thurs, March 14

Aspen Hill Enterprises

Annual Angus Bull Sale

Events Centre, Teepee Creek

1:00 p.m.

Thurs, March 14

Heart Valley Angus

Annual Angus Bull Sale

Events Centre, Teepee Creek

1:00 p.m.

Thurs, March 14

Excel Ranches

Excellence Bull Sale

At the Farm, Westlock, AB

2:00 p.m.

Tues, March 19

Altona Falls Angus

North Country Ranchland Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Sat, March 23

North Point Angus

Annual Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Sat, March 23

Poplar Meadows Angus

Northern Alliance Bull Sale

Belsham Farm, Fort Fraser

1:00 p.m.

Sat, March 30

Heart of the Valley Angus

Bulls From the Heart Bull Sale

B.C. Livestock, Williams Lake

12 Noon

Sat, April 6

Lakeroad Black Angus

Peace Country Limousin Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Sat, April 27

Clear River Red Angus

32nd (and LAST) No Fools Bull Sale

At the Farm, Cleardale, AB

2:00 p.m.

Classic Livestock

Off the Farm by Private Treaty

High Prairie, AB

Clegg Angus

Off the Farm by Private Treaty

Sturgeon County (St. Albert), AB

Gumbo Gulch Cattle Co.

Off the Farm by Private Treaty

Tomslake, BC

Northway Cattle Co.

Off the Farm by Private Treaty

Cleardale, AB

Rafter SJ Angus

Off the Farm by Private Treaty

Montney, BC

Schulz Angus

Off the Farm by Private Treaty

Spirit River, AB

Silent K Stock Farms

Off the Farm by Private Treaty

Tomslake, BC

Silver Willow Ranch

Off the Farm by Private Treaty

Sexsmith, AB

Smoky River Red Angus

Off the Farm by Private Treaty

Sexsmith, AB

Spruce Lane Ranch

Off the Farm by Private Treaty

Bay Tree, AB

Dusty Acre Blondes

Off the Farm by Private Treaty

At the Farm, Dawson Creek, BC

Sat, March 2

Wrangler Farms

Wrangler Made Annual Bull Sale

At the Farm, Westlock, AB

1:30 p.m.

Fri, March 8

JayDawn Farms

Northern Classic Bull Sale

Evergreen Park, GP, AB

1:00 p.m.

Sat, March 16

Spruce View Charolais

Northern Impact Charolais Bull Sale

NCLE, Clyde, AB

1:00 p.m.

Sat, March 16

Valanjou Charolais

Northern Impact Charolais Bull Sale

NCLE, Clyde, AB

1:00 p.m.

Thurs, March 21

Lazy S Charolais

Lazy S Charolais Annual Bull Sale

VJV, Beaverlodge

1:30 p.m.

Tues, March 26

Eight Way Charolais

Annual Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Sat, March 30

Briar Ridge Stock Farm

Dawson Creek All Breeds Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Sat, April 6

Seth Harmon

Peace Country Limousin Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Milne’s Gelbvieh

Better Beef Bull Sale

At the Farm, Fairview, AB

1:00 p.m.

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BULL SALE ANYONE? HEREFORD Fri., Mar. 1

Chittick Farms

Chittick Family Bull Sale

Mayerthorpe Diamond Centre

1:00 p.m.

Sat., Mar. 30

Briar Ridge Stock Farm

Dawson Creek All Breeds Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Benwyn Herefords

Off the Farm by Private Treaty

Progress, BC

Eureka Farms Inc.

Off the Farm by Private Treaty

Eureka River, AB

Goldstock Hereford Farms

Off the Farm by Private Treaty

Beaverlodge, AB

Reberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Polled Herefords

Off the Farm by Private Treaty

Woking, AB

Sat., Mar. 2

Hillview Farms Limousin

Annual Bull & Female Sale

At the Farm, Morinville, AB

2:00 p.m.

Thurs., Mar. 14

Excel Ranches

Excellence Bull Sale

At the Farm, Westlock, AB

2:00 p.m.

Sat., Apr. 6

Blueberry Valley Farms

Peace Country Limousin Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Sat., Apr. 6

Dry Creek Ranch

Peace Country Limousin Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Sat., Apr. 6

LakeroadLimousin

Peace Country Limousin Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Sat., Apr. 6

Nor-Alta Limousin

Peace Country Limousin Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Shadow Creek Red Polls

Off the Farm by Private Treaty

At the Farm, Fort St. John, BC

Dyna Rich Salers

Off the Farm by Private Treaty

Eckville, AB

Voss Family Salers

Off the Farm by Private Treaty

Hythe, AB

Tamarack Shorthorns

Off the Farm by Private Treaty

Brownvale, AB

Fri., Mar. 1

GRA-TAN Farm

Chittick Family Bull Sale

Mayerthorpe Diamond Centre

1:00 p.m.

Fri., Mar. 1

KIN-KIN Cattle Co.

Chittick Family Bull Sale

Mayerthorpe Diamond Centre

1:00 p.m.

Fri., Mar. 1

Rachido Ranch

Chittick Family Bull Sale

Mayerthorpe Diamond Centre

1:00 p.m.

Sat., Mar. 2

Fallen Timber Farms

Spring Select Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Fri., Mar. 8

JayDawn Farms

Northern Classic Bull Sale

Evergreen Park, GP, AB

1:00 p.m.

Fri., Mar. 8

Willow Creek Simmentals

Northern Classic Bull Sale

Evergreen Park, GP, AB

1:00 p.m.

Sat., Mar. 9

Willowdale Simmentals

Peace Country Supreme Bull Sale

VJV, Beaverlodge

1:00 p.m.

Tues., Mar. 12

SIBL Simmentals

On Target Bull & Female Sale

Ag Barn, Barrhead, AB

1:00 p.m.

Tues., Mar. 19

Halfway River Simmentals

North Country Ranchland Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Tues., Mar. 19

Rosefield Simmentals

North Country Ranchland Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Sat., Mar. 30

Briar Ridge Stock Farm

Dawson Creek All Breeds Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Sat., Mar. 30

Peace Country Simmentals

Dawson Creek All Breeds Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Sat., Apr. 6

Sarah Hayward

Peace Country Limousin Bull sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Gunn Lake Speckle Park

Off the Farm by Private Treaty

Beaverlodge, BC

Rimrock Ranch

Off the Farm by Private Treaty

Dawson Creek, BC

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MICHENER ALLEN KIDS AUCTION Friday, March 8

Thursday, March 8 at 3:30 -4:30pm : Chamber of Commerce Room in TARA Centre Pierre Trudel Top Tax Tips for Agri-Business Are you self employed or a business owner? Do you own a farm? Ranch? Agri-Business? Tax season is here and FBC is here to make life less taxing! Join us to learn about tax tips for your business. FBC specializes in helping hard working Canadian farmers and small business owners pay less tax and protect their assets. The presentation will focus on discussing top tax tips to help put more money in your pocket through tax planning, preparation and CRA audit protection. Understand how you can be proactive and take advantage of optimizing your tax return to benefit your business and your family. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions at the session.

Friday, March 8 at 10:30-11:30 a.m. and 1:30-2:30 p.m. : FCC Room in TARA Centre Tracy Leishman, CPA, CA; Todd Strang (KMSC); Dwayne Peters, CPA. CA; and Joe Renooy, CPA, CA Farm Land Succession Options From 10:30-11:30 a.m. join MNP’s Tracy Leishman, CPA, CA and KMSC’s Todd Strang for a discussion on various tax and legal options involving the purchase, sale and transition of Farm Land. Tax Changes & Farm Risk Management From 1– 2:30 p.m. join MNP’s Tracy Leishman, CPA, CA, Dwayne Peters, CPA, CA and Joe Renooy, CPA, CA for a discussion on current tax changes impacting farm structures and Ag Risk Management tools.

Park Brokers Friday March 8th from 3:00 to 4:00 Saturday March 9th from 1:00 to 2:00 : FCC Room in TARA Centre Carol Bouck, Foster Park Brokers Farm Team Lead Farm Insurance 101. Discover the ins and outs of your farm policy. From the small hobby farm to the largest of commercial farms, each has its own unique needs. Carol Bouck has spent 30 years in the insurance industry with an emphasis on agriculture. Join her for an interactive discussion surrounding the risk management needs of today’s farm.

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Agri-Show

Evergreen Park, Grande Prairie, AB TARA CENTRE • LEWIS HAWKES PAVILION • DRYSDALE CENTRE • CLARKSON HALL

LIST OF EXHIBITORS Company Name Booth Location Accurate Scale TARA 226 Adair Sales & Marketing TARA 103 AFD Petroleum TARA 254 AFSC (Agriculture Financial Services Corp.) TARA 272 Agriterra Equipment TARA 157 Agrow-Guard TARA 263 Airguard TARA 318 Alberta Goat Association TARA 240 ALPINE TARA 133, 134 Amity Welding & Fabricating TARA 206 ATB Financial TARA 121, 122 ATCO Electric & Gas TARA 257, 258 Atom Jet Industries TARA 231 ATP Nutrition Ltd. TARA 288 Banga’s Equipment Canada Ltd. TARA 212 - 214 Bayer Crop Science TARA 303 Bear Creek Funeral Home TARA 227 Bio-Cycle Solutions TARA Foyer BMO Bank of Montreal TARA 295 Bobcat of the Peace TARA 143, 144 OUTSIDE 425 Brandt Tractor TARA 149 OUTSIDE 406 Brett Young TARA 224, 225 Canadian Agri-Blend Inc. TARA 279 Canadian Canola Growers Association Foyer Canadian Grain Commission TARA 286 Canadian Scholarship Trust Plan TARA 253 Carbon Credit Solutions Inc. TARA 114, 115 CEM Heavy Equipment TARA 161A CIBC TARA 132 CJ Alpacas TARA 222 Clews Management TARA 100 CMFO Inc. TARA 110 Corr Grain Systems TARA 233 County of Grande Prairie TARA 281-285 Culligan TARA 215 DeBolt AG TARA 159 Devloo Canola Crusher TARA 109 Diamond Industries Ltd. TARA 203, 204 Double HH Ag Sales TARA 305 Douglas Lake Equipment Ltd. TARA 140-142 OUTSIDE 424 Dutch Openers TARA 288, 289 Dyterra TARA 207 Earth Smart Solutions TARA 280 Edmonton Trailer Sales & Leasing TARA 234 OUTSIDE 407, 408 Empower Energy Corp. OUTSIDE 419 Enframe Construction Ltd. TARA 262 Enviro Home Inc. TARA 156A EnviroBore Ltd. TARA 309 Farm Credit Canada TARA 128 & 129 Farmers Business Network TARA 223 Farmers Edge TARA 124 Farmers of North America TARA 138 FBC - Farm Business Consultants TARA 238 Flexxifinger QD Industries Inc. TARA 236, 237 FMC Canada TARA 312A Foremost TARA 308, 309 Fort Garry Industries Ltd. TARA 104-107 OUTSIDE 426-429 Foster’s Agri World TARA 150-155 OUTSIDE 410-413 Frostfree Nosepumps Ltd. TARA 131 Gateway Sunrooms and Shades TARA 251, 252 OUTSIDE 403 Global Ag Risk Solutions TARA 163A Goodon Industries Ltd. TARA 277, 278 Grain Storage Solutions TARA 116-118 Grande Prairie Kubota Ltd. TARA 147, 148 Grande Prairie Regional College TARA 219 Grande Prairie Regional Hospital Fdtn TARA 292 Greatwest Kenworth Ltd. TARA 101, 102

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TARA 211 TARA 125, 126 TARA 241 TARA 200 TARA 313, 314 TARA 136, 137 OUTSIDE 400, 401 KMSC Law LLP TARA 239 Kramble Industries Inc. TARA 264 & 275 Leavitt Machinery TARA 145 Lemken Canada Inc./Agri Gem Eqpt Sales TARA 158 Lewis M. Carter Mfg. (Canada Ltd.) TARA 321 & 322 Lime Stone Cowboys Ltd. TARA 304 LSM/Lee’s Sheet Metal (2007) Ltd. OUTSIDE 409 M. D. Greenview No. 16 TARA 111, 112 Magnum Fabricating Ltd. TARA 259 Max Fuel TARA 108 Metal Roofing & Siding Experts Inc. TARA 291 Michener Allen Auctioneering Ltd. TARA 221 Natural Resources Conservation Board TARA 260 Neeralta TARA 201, 202 OUTSIDE 402 New Horizon Co-operative Limited TARA 242, 243 Northern Nutrients TARA 294 OMEX Agriculture Inc. TARA 208 One Time Fencing TARA 271 Overhead Door Co. of Grande Prairie TARA 275, 276 Peace Country Beef & Forage Association TARA 287 Penergetic TARA 311, 312 Pillar Lasers Inc. TARA 119, 120 Pioneer Coupler Cattle Oiler Co. TARA 119A, 119B Pneu-Tek Tire Tools TARA 255 Powerlift Hydraulic Doors TARA 205 PrairieCoast equipment TARA 164-168 OUTSIDE 404, 405 Prairie Grain Analyzers Inc. TARA 273 Prairie Post Frame TARA 247 Premium Foliars Ltd. TARA 220 Primerica Financial Services TARA 268 Promold Marketing Inc. TARA 156 OUTSIDE 418 Pumps & Pressure TARA 161 Quarry Seed TARA 274 Renn Mill Center Inc. TARA 146 Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers TARA 244, 245 Rocky Mountain Equipment TARA 160 OUTSIDE 420-423 Rockyford Steel TARA 301 & 302 Royal Bank of Canada TARA 135 Saddle Hills Trailer Sales TARA 162B, 163B Scotia Bank TARA 261 SeCan TARA 232 Servus Credit Union TARA 293 Skyway Grain Systems TARA 256 Solemate Int. Inc. TARA 315 South Peace Grain Cleaning TARA 230 Southwest Design & Construction Ltd. TARA 307 Stan The Man Water Services Inc. TARA 269, 270 OUTSIDE 416 Stojan’s Power Sports & Marine TARA 140 Sun Life Financial TARA 306 Sweet Grass Contracting Ltd. TARA 300 Taber Diesel Steinbauer Performance TARA 266, 267 TD Canada Trust Commercial TARA 235 Temptations TARA foyer Tru-kare Tank and Meter Service Ltd. TARA 130 UFA Co-operative Ltd. TARA 248-250 Vantage Canada TARA 162A Venlaw Manufacturing Ltd. TARA 113 Vision Credit Union TARA 127 Walinga Inc. TARA 209, 210 Westlock Truck Parts/Westlock Tractor Parts TARA 216, 217 Worsley Fab & Welding TARA 246 Zipperlock Building Co. (2005) Inc. TARA 218

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Caribou recovery plan discussions continue behind closed doors, say MLAs After more cancelled caribou meetings and no answers, northern British Columbians are left in limbo, say MLAs Mike Bernier and Dan Davies. Northern BC Liberal MLAs raised this issue in the legislature this week on behalf of their constituents who have shared concerns regarding closed-door meetings, limited local engagement and questionable comments by the Minister of Forests, Lands, Natural Resources Operations and Rural Development. “The minister talks about a made-

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ing locals who are concerned about not only the sustained health of the caribou population, but the health of other important aspects of rural northern life, like the resource economy and tourism industry.” “People who work and raise their families in rural British Columbia deserve to be part of this process,” said Kootenay East MLA Tom Shypitka. “By refusing to meet them, the minister shows that he really doesn’t care about the opinions of hardworking British Columbians in rural B.C. Preliminary consultations on this have been devoid of local input. Why is the minister keeping British Columbians in the dark on decisions that will directly affect their lifestyle?” Government claims that a draft version of the caribou recovery plan is expected this month. Meetings are schedule for March 2 in DC and March 9 in Chetwynd to talk caribou. editor@dcdn.ca

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If you’re looking to take the family tribe out over a weekend or better yet for Spring break, think about this type of action-packed trip cross border to Grande Prairie to help disrupt your Peace. Art Gallery of Grande Prairie – feast for the eyes, ears, and brain There is more than meets the eye at the Art Gallery of Grande Prairie – and right now it is all about sensory overload. Glamour & Vapours is a screening of video works by Canadian artists Lorna Mills and Karilynn Ming Ho that interrogates (and

Elements of the exhibitions often bring audio into the mix for attendees as well. The Art Gallery of GP is quite simply world class - with Londoners visiting the gallery’s most recent opening of Itchiku Kubota’s Mountain Kimono installation. A completely interactive Carlstrom Family Green Space allows youngsters to work on crafts that directly reflect existing work on display in the gallery. The space is an interactive gallery and selfdirected studio space located on the second floor. Since September 2009, we have dedicated a space in the gallery to

the interactive exploration of and response to art. It is a great way for parents to connect their kids to the importance of museums, why they are part of the cultural zeitgeist, says Melanie Jenner, gallery administrator “Families can learn about the exhibit and the real artists we are featuring - and can recreate their own versions of the works,” adds Jenner, looking at hundreds of miniature kimonos reflecting the Kubota Kimono installation. The Art Gallery of Grande Prairie is not all about international touring artists - there is plenty of Canadian content on the walls and contained within the permanent collection of the gallery.

the permanent collection, including 14 Allan Sapp works. It is really incredible to have these types of works with us, in this case from such a celebrated Cree artist,” says Jenner. On March 19, 2007 almost half of the Gallery collapsed under the heavy snow load on the roof. The Art Gallery of Grande Prairie opened in its current location in the Montrose Cultural Centre in 2009. The collapsed building was restored allowing the Art Gallery to fully open the restored building in 2012, and continue the initial plans of connecting the 1929 building to the Montrose Cultural Centre.

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The Philip Currie Museum is an interactive learning marvel - please touch is the mantra within its walls and about most of the artifacts on display. Make it your first stop away from Mile Zero, or let the dino knowledge devour you on the way back home to Dawson Creek. Located in Wembley, the museum is all about the tactile interactions with young and old – and is a great way to open, or close your weekend adventure with some hands-on dinosaur knowledge. “You go to many museums say do not touch. We have signs that say ‘please touch this,’ ‘please handle that,’” says Brittany Kelsey, event coordinator with the Currie Museum. The Phil Currie is indeed an immersive experience for the ages. All ages of history, and manner of people. Ones inner child is bound to come out with the interactivity and hands on approach to the entire facility. Kids can stand and look through a glass bottom floor to see

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Upcoming events at the Currie include; a March 15 PD Camp. Looking for something to take the kids to during a PD Day – well this is it. They also roll on April 12 and June 7. March 25 to 29 sees a Spring Break Camp for 7 to 11 year olds. Adventure back to the land before time - find out what it is like to be a real life paleontologist and examine actual found fossils. July and August bring summer day camps for aged 4 to 16. Discover the adventure. If you ‘d like to be a paleontologist for a day - they can do it – check out the Philip Currie Museum online right now at dinomuseum.ca

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This aspect certainly does allow parents to relax a bit and allowing the younger members of the family to explore, hunt, and learn about dinosaurs in their own way, with their own adventure. The museum is literally a playground in the Wembley community - inside and out. Kelsey says often the museum, Wembley and nearby campgrounds combine forces for a fullday of family programming. “We are trying to build relationships with our neighbors that only help getting families and travellers to stop and spend some time here.”

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- family fun no matter where you look to get lost “We love it here - we have a family pass and use it to bring guests who visit us,” she says as one child checks on exhibit, another peruses stuffies in the gift shop. Nick Carter, education program instructor at the Currie says his job does involve a lot of myth busting - mainly propagated from a series of Spielberg movies. The famous Pipestone bone bed just south of the museum was discovered in the early 1970s when Al Lakusta stumbled onto some bones while out on a nature walk one day at Pipestone Creek. His findings that day in 1974 would eventually be identified as bones of a yet to be discovered species Pachyrhinosaurus – a type of horned dinosaur, which subsequently was re-christened Pachyrhinosaurus lakustai, after Lakusta. “Turns out this is one of the densest bone beds in the world,” says Carter. The actual Pipestone location is remodeled in the Currie, however the bone bed is a tourist attraction all year round. “In the summer there are the bone beds, this time of year there are fires down in the campground nearby,” says Kelsey. Carter explains the Pipestone bone bed site succinctly. “Take a thousand dinosaurs, pout them in a blender and pour them over a couple football fields in size.” Carter says the best is certainly yet to come. “We are only scratching the surface - to see what is out there. We have only covered a percentage of the area - a small area.” Eastlink Centre The theme and roar of the dinosaur continues at the Eastlink Centre -a one-stop shop for almost anything athletic in Grande Prairie. Field House, B-Ball, pool, pool, pool, and gym. There is a lot of water options here for families, and you can get your sweat on a hundred different ways. Log walk, steam and sauna, dive towers, tracks, and more, will help you make an adventurous splash at the Eastlink Centre. Four Points Sheraton Seconds away from the hustle of the downtown core, but far enough away to be considered a getaway, the Four Points Sheraton in Grande Prairie has room at their inn for the weary family of travellers, or single editor. Across the road from the Eastlink center and various other amenities, you have enough to keep your clan busy, or stay inside the hotel, unplug the iPhone and discover a lost room of the past off the Four Points lobby - an actual library ...with real books that have words in them.

year. More than 250 volunteers collaborate to bring community theatre to GP and beyond. Check out their work in their personal 165-seat venue, as well as at the more grandiose stage of the 500 seat plus proscenium thrusting Douglas Cardinal Theatre, and more. With a theatre company interested in runs beyond single weekends, viewers can opt to see the arc of performances individually, and with collective casts. The streamlined and tight production of Mamma Mia! was hitting its final weekend when catching the performances - which were honed and still relatively in the moment. Theatre is the lifeblood of a community - it is perhaps the hottest and most in the moment art form. The subtlety is there, the acting is real. The familiar stories you know, perhaps presented in a new way, with new takes, moment to moment in the live theatre environment. You can’t beat it. The Shakespeare classic – The Taming of the Shrew runs throughout March at GP Theatre Live.

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Beaverlodge 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Ag-Complex, 1400 - 5th Avenue Contact 780-354-3133 High Prairie 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. 4932 - 51st Avenue Contact 780-523-4588

Beaverlodge 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Ag-Complex, 1400 - 5th Avenue Contact 780-354-3133

Beaverlodge 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Ag-Complex, 1400 - 5th Avenue Contact 780-354-3133 High Prairie 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. 4932 - 51st Avenue Contact 780-523-4588

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Dawson Creek 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Seniors Hall (10908 - 100 St.) Contact 250-785-5886 Grande Prairie 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 10032 - 101st Ave Contact 780-814-8224

Dawson Creek 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 10300 - 8th Street Contact 250-219-4048 Fort St. John 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Seniors Hall (10908 - 100 St.) Contact 250-785-5886 Grande Prairie 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 10032 - 101st Ave Contact 780-814-8224 Peace river 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 9702 - 98 St. Contact 780-274-0536

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Berwyn 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Legion Hall Contact 780-618-8535 Dawson Creek 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 10300 - 8th Street Contact 250-219-4048 Fort St. John 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Seniors Hall (10908 - 100 St.) Contact 250-785-5886 Grande Prairie 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 10032 - 101st Ave Contact 780-814-8224 Peace river 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 9702 - 98 St. Contact 780-274-0536

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BULL SALE Mountain Side Angus BULL SALE - VJV Beaverlodge G.P. - Foster’s Peace Country Classic Agri-Show @ Evergreen Park

ABRA Barrel Jackpot @ LaKota Agri-Plex G.P. - Holistic Health & Wellness Expo @ Holiday Inn & Suites

BULL SALE - Northern Classic BULL SALE, Grande Prairie, AB Fort St. John CONCERT - Lauren Mayell @ the Lido G.P. - Foster’s Peace Country Classic Agri-Show @ Evergreen Park Grimshaw/Lac Cardinal - AB Pond Hockey Championship

HOW ABOUT A BULL SALE? BULL SALE - On Target BULL SALE - Barrhead, AB

BULL SALE - Super Wednesday BULL SALE - J Lazy A Ranch, Emerson Trail

Fairview - PCBFA Mental Health First Aid for Agriculture @ GPRC (Fairview)

BULL SALE - Lazy S Charolais BULL SALE - VJV Beaverlodge G.P. - Water Well Management for Well Owners @ Tara Centre, Evergreen Park Olds - Alberta Livestock Care Conference @ Olds College

Fort St. John Coy Cup Hockey Championship

Fort St. John Coy Cup Hockey Championship High Prairie - Treaty 8 Hockey Tournament

BULL SALE - Aspen Hill and Heart Valley Angus Teepe Creek, AB BULL SALE - Excellence Sale, Westlock, AB BULL SALE - North Country Ranchland BULL SALE - VJV Dawson Creek Falher - SARDA Ag Trade Show @ Reg. Rec Complex

Falher - SARDA Ag Trade Show - @ Reg. Rec Complex

Check out the full listing of Horizon Country bull sales on Pages 54 and 55 in this issue of the Northern Horizon!

BULL SALE - Hillview Bull & Female Sale - Morinville, AB BULL SALE - Poplar Meadows Angus Williams Lake, BC BULL SALE - Spring Select BULL SALE - VJV Dawson Creek BULL SALE - Wrangler Made BULL SALE - Westlock, AB

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Chetwynd - C of C Trade Show @ Rec Centre Dawson Creek Kiwanis Home & Leisure Show @ Encana Events Centre Fort St. John Coy Cup Hockey Championship High Prairie - Treaty 8 Hockey Tournament

BULL SALE - Brandl Cattle Co. Off the Farm, Jarvie, AB BULL SALE - Harvest Angus Williams Lake, BC BULL SALE - Peace Country Supreme BULL SALE - VJV Beaverlodge Dawson Creek - Beginner Roping Clinic @ LaKota Agri-Plex Demmitt - CONCERT - Tanner James @ Demmitt Hall G.P. - Foster’s Peace Country Classic Agri-Show @ Evergreen Park Grimshaw/Lac Cardinal - AB Pond Hockey Championship

BULL SALE - Northern Impact BULL SALE - NCLE Clyde Falher - SARDA Ag Trade Show @ Reg. Rec Complex

BULL SALE - Northern Alliance BULL SALE - Fort Fraser, BC BULL SALE - North Point Angus BULL SALE - VJV Dawson Creek Dawson Creek - Tara Norman Horse Clinic @ LaKota Agri-Plex G.P. - Food & Beverage Expo @ TARA Centre, Evergreen Park G.P. - PERFORMANCE - “Kinky Boots” @ Revolution Place

BULL SALE - DC All Breeds BULL SALE - VJV Dawson Creek BULL SALE - Heart of the Valley Angus - Williams Lake, BC Chetwynd - C of C Trade Show @ Rec Centre Dawson Creek - ABRA Barrel Jackpot @ LaKota Agri-Plex Dawson Creek - Kiwanis Home & Leisure Show @ Encana Events Centre Fort St. John - Coy Cup Hockey Championship High Prairie - Treaty 8 Hockey Tournament

Chetwynd - C of C Trade Show @ Rec Centre Dawson Creek - Kiwanis Home & Leisure Show @ Encana Events Centre High Prairie - Treaty 8 Hockey Tournament

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3562 Cats

FOR SALE: 8 month Old Siamese Rag Doll Male Cat. Offers only.. 780-835-4796

6041 Land for Sale

2 Quarter Sections, 20 min SE off Peace River. Bordered by Crown Land, Timber Potential, Some Clearing. 1 Quarter Section has 4 Utilities, 45x48 Pole Shed, Dugout. Viewing by Appointment. 780-322-2273 After 6:00 pm. Can Separate.

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3563 Dogs

Cocker Spaniel Cross Puppies for Sale. Born Dec. 11,2018. $300. each. Call: 250-793-8627 Purebred Black Lab Puppies for Sale. Born Oct. 22/18. $400.00 each. Phone: 250793-7753

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WANHAM GRAZING ASSOCIATION is taking tenders for the following project:

Remove wire from existing fence and rebuild up to 6 miles of 4 strand barbed wire fence in accordance to PGR fencing guidelines. Successful applicant must carry a minimum of $2,000,000.00 liability insurance, must have valid WCB coverage and work in compliance within the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Wanham Grazing Association Headquarters: 12.8 km. north of Rycroft corner to Volin Road & 25 km east. The Association will supply all materials. For more information please contact Lenore Mueller @ 780-864-8197 Tenders must be received by March 30, 2019 Wanham Grazing Association c/o Lenore Mueller RR # 1, Wanham AB T0H 3P0 or email at wga1961@gmail.com

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Wanted to Buy 2145 WANTED: Shed Antlers for

Creative Art. Purchase by the Pound. Call Terry at 780766-2937/780-876-4455

Haying Equipment 2210 FOR SALE: 2006 2650 Haybuster. $10,000. Phone: 780-524-2578 John Deere 535 Round Baler. Field Ready. Good Shape w/Good Belts. $5000. Call Matt: 780-507-0241

Heavy Equipment 2215 FOR SALE: Used ROAD 55754

GRADER Tires, 14-24. Phone: 780-322-3822

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

steers/tractors, loaders. Large selection of pallet forks, grapples, buckets, snow and dirt blades, tillers, mowers and snow blowers, etc. 780354-2161, (Cell)-780-5186095. Beaverlodge. FOR SALE: Used Caterpillar and Cummins Engines and Parts, Most Models. Phone: 780-322-3822 FOR SALE: Used Detroit Diesel Engines and Parts, Most Models. Phone: 780322-3822 WANTED: HD9 Allis Chalmers Cat for Parts. Phone Jim Peterson: 403638-7890. Sundre

Mills/Equipment 2218 FOR SALE: Hand Cement

Mixer, Needs Motor . Phone: 780-524-2578

Misc Farm Equipment 2220 Case IH 2188Combine 1997, 3310 Threshing hrs., Pickup Header/Grain Tank Extensions/4x4 Wheel Assist Drive Kit Included. Field Ready. $29,000. 780-3234362/780-837-1778 Case IH 8010Combine 2004, 2337 Threshing-hrs. Pickup Header/Grain Tank Extensions/Large Tires. Field Ready $70,000. 780-3234362/780-837-1778 FOR SALE: 2 Lewis Cattle Oilers, 1 has New Salt Tub. Phone: 780-524-2578 FOR SALE: 60ft Morris Packer harrow bar. (780)836-3322 FOR SALE: 6 in. 20 ft Auger. Phone: 780-524-2578 FOR SALE: Used Bale Wagon, 30’, Holds 18 Bales, Tandem Rear Axle $7900. 780-518-6095 FOR SALE: Used Tractor Tires, 20.8-42, Matched Set of 8. Phone: 780-322-3822 FOR SALE: Used Tractor Tires, Most Sizes Available. Phone: 780-322-3822 Kirby Chaff Spreader for Axial Flow Combine. $800. Call Gilbert: 780-3234362/780-837-1778 Swath Roller 10 ft Blanchard. $500. Call Gilbert: 780-323-4362/780-837-1778 Versatile 750 Tractor Parts: Differential, Axles, Drive Shaft, Rims, Cab. Call Gilbert: 780-323-4362/780-8371778

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2236 FOR SALE: Westfield Grain Auger, 7 in x 41 ft. Phone: 403-601-6895 Cargo Trailers

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2012 Precision Goose-Neck 22’ Trailer with Beaver Tail. Single triple axle. $13,000. 403-601-6895

Horses & Tack 3520 FOR SALE: 2003 Appendix

Quarter Horse Mare. Broke Heading Horse. Safe for Beginner Kids. 780-836-2580

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SHADOW CREEK RED POLLS - Red Poll Bulls and Heifers for Sale. Catalogue on Website or Call Marsha at 250-262-5638. www.shadowcreek.farm Sheep & Goats

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1&2 Year Old Toggenburg Goats. Offering Stud Service in Trade for Food & Shelter. 780-617-3107 FOR SALE: Herd Reduction, Toggenburg Goats, 1-2 yrs old, Male & Female. Phone: 780-617-3107 FOR SALE: Herd Reduction, Toggenburg Goats, 1-2 yrs old, Male & Female. Phone: 780-617-3107

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FOR SALE: Large Round Mixed Hay Bales, 5x5ft, Approx. 1000lbs. Alfalfa/Timothy/Brome. $55./each. Pouce Coupe,BC. 250-467-2401

9025 Hay/Bales For Sale

9350 JD 30 foot Seed Drill for Parts plus 30 foot BackOn Carrier. Phone: 780-8370592

30 Large Round Alfalfa Hay Bales for Sale, Approx. 1300 lbs Each. $55/per Bale. 250-759-4956 350 Round Barley Straw Bales for Sale. $25/each. Located in Rose Prairie, BC. Phone: 250-261-1815

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9030 Tillage & Seeding

Do you have a new product idea, but you’re not sure where to start? CALL DAVISON TODAY

1-800-218-2909 OR VISIT US AT Inventing.Davison.com/BC

9130 ATVs/Dirt Bikes

2015 John Deere Gator Model: Special Edition 825I. Numerous items to list. $20,000. Phone: 403-6016895

TROUBLE WALKING? HIP or KNEE REPLACEMENT, or other conditions causing restrictions in daily activities? $2,000 tax credit. $40,000 refund cheque/rebates. Disability Tax Credit. 1-844-453-5372

Looking To Buy A Tandem Truck. Phone: 250-759-4956 2011 GMC 3500 Dually 1Ton. 4-Door. Flat Deck & Spare Box all together. $28,000. 403-601-6895

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9160 Trucks & Vans

2015 Bourgault 3320 QDA for Sale. 50 ft. Call Alan at 780-814-3929

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9 Month Old Alpine Nubian Buck for Sale. $175. Phone: 780-835-4796 Butcher Hogs, Sows, Feeders, all Types & Sizes for Sale. Raised Outside, No Hormones. 780-524-7862 Commercial Hereford Bulls For Sale. $2,500. Phone: 780-836-2125 FOR SALE: 2 Purebred Black Angus Bulls. 3 yrs old in January 2019. Phone: 780-524-2578 FOR SALE: 40 Speckle Cross Bred Cows. Black, Red & Roan. Purebred Charolais & Galloway Cross. Bred to Purebred Speckle Park Bulls. Calving May/June. 780-751-2124 or 780-523-7818. High Prairie Area FOR SALE: 800 Bred Cows, Black/Red Angus. Bred Black, Starts Calving April 20th Forward. 780-6852828 Registered Polled Hereford Cows For Sale. Preg Checked, Vaccinated, Calving April 15, 2019. Phone: 780-836-2125

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The SE-1-82-25-W5 (156.02 acres) and EH-NE-1-82-25-W5 (77.5 acres) are oﬀered for sale by tender. Deliver sealed tenders marked “Tender 19843” with the tenderer’s GST number and bank draft payable to “Messner Gelineau, in trust” for 5% of the tender amount before noon on March 8, 2019 to Messner Gelineau, Box 6750, 9913-100 Avenue, Peace River, AB T8S 1S5 (780-624-2944). The balance of the purchase price is payable to Messner Gelineau on or before March 29, 2019. Purchaser will pay fees for registering transfer of land. Tenders will not be opened in public and are irrevocable and shall remain open until noon on March 11, 2019. If a tenderer does not complete the purchase after acceptance of their tender, their deposit shall be forfeited to the vendor. The highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted and the owner reserves the right to reject any or all tenders. Deposits from unsuccessful tenderers will be returned by mail. 56686

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The 44th annual Three Flags Classic The Southern California Motorcycling Association has been serving the long distance riding community since 1968. That’s what it says on their website, and when you look at the rides they host, its very obvious that this association is made up of hard core riders! This year, their 44th annual Three Flags Classic brings them to beautiful Vernon BC. For those who have never ridden in the Okanagan region of BC, you really don’t know what you are missing! The lakes, the orchards, wineries and curvy roads make it truly lovely. The Southern California Mo-

torcycling Association is also the proud host of the USA Four Corners Tour which covers 7,000 miles in 21 days and the USA Four Corners TRUE X Tour. The True X sounds like an interesting tour. The geographical center of the USA is Lebanon Kansas. So the idea is to ride in from one corner of the US to Lebanon, then to another corner and back to Lebanon and so on until you have ridden in an X shape across the US. You are given 26 days to do that tour! All of the tours the the SCMA have created are designed to get you on your motorcycle and seeing

things you might not otherwise see and challenging yourself to get out of your comfort zone. Not unlike the Iron Butt challenges, if you register to do these rides you get swag bags at the beginning and a finishers kit that must be filled out and sent in. After you have verified doing the trip in the prescribed amount of time you get recognition for having ridden that tour. If long distance riding is your thing, then check out the Southern California Motorcycle Association! And if you have never been to the beautiful Okanagan of British Co-

lumbia, I encourage you to put it on your bucket list! If you do decide to head up this way, check out the gang at the Okanagan Motorcycle Riders Association, they are great hosts and love showing of their region! If you are blessed enough to live where you can be riding today, please remember to ride like everyone around you is blind and can not see you. Belt Drive Betty Editor & Rider

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1995 KENWORTH T800 T/A WRECKER

2005 FREIGHTLINER M2-106 WRECKER

1 OF 2 — 1999 FORD F550 WRECKER

1981 MARATHON 23 FT. RIVER BOAT

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2002 FREIGHTLINER FLD120SD TRI DRIVE WRECKER

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CASE 4890 TRACTOR

2006 STERLING ACTERRRA T/A DECK

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2015 WESTERN STAR 4700 T/A DECK TRUCK

2007 JOHN DEERE 9660WTS COMBINE

Complete Equipment Dispersal Auction: Thursday, April 18, 2019 @ 10am Peter & Deleenia Brown — Farmington, British Columbia

TRACTORS & CRAWLER: 1981 VERSATILE 895 4WD TRACTOR, 1981 VERSATILE 875 TRACTOR, 1981 VERSATILE 835 TRACTOR, 1976 VERSATILE 700 TRACTOR, VOLVO T810 TRACTOR, JD 4020 TRACTOR, DAVID BROWN 1212 TRACTOR, CATERPILLAR 951 CRAWLER LOADER HARVEST: 2011 JD 9670 STS COMBINE, JD 925 S/C GRAIN HEADER, CASE 6000 SWATHER, 30 FT HEADER TRANSPORT, BLANCHARD SWATH ROLLER TRUCKS & TRAILERS: 2003 IHC EAGLE 9400I T/A TRUCK, 1989 VOLVO T/A GRAIN TRUCK, 2002 LODEKING PRESTIGE T/A GRAIN TRAILER, 1979 FRUEHAUF S/A VAN TRAILER, FORD 7000 S/A GRAIN TRUCK, 1999 FORD RANGER 4WD P/U VACS & AUGERS: KONGSKILDE CUSHION AIR 500CA GRAIN VAC, KONGSKILDE 300 GRAIN VAC, 2013 FARM KING 13X70 FT SWING AUGER, FARM KING 10X70 FT SWING AUGER, FARM KING 836 AUGER AND MOVER, FARM KING 8X36FT AUGER SEEDING & TILLAGE: BOURGAULT 5710 40 FT AIR DRILL, 1996 FLEXICOIL 820 AIR SEEDER, FLEXICOIL S75 COIL PACKERS, RITEWAY 8055 HEAVY HARROW, JOHN DEERE 330 27 FT. TANDEM DISC, 1981 FLEXICOIL SYSTEM 92 HARROW PACKER LAWN & RECREATION: 1990 HONDA FOURTRAX 300 ATV, HONDA FOURTRAX ATV, CRAFTSMAN LT 2000 LAWN TRACTOR SHOP TOOLS & MISCELLANEOUS: (2) 1,250 GAL POLY TANKS, CHEM HANDLER I, RED LION 179CC 2” WATER PUMP, SLIP TANK, ELEC. PUMP, KING CANADA 7500W GENERATOR, MARQUETTE ELEC. WELDER, MAGNA FORCE 60 GAL AIR COMPRESSOR, MAKITA CUTOFF SAW, CUTTING TORCH & CART, LINCOLN POWER MIG 215 ELECTRIC WELDER, GENUINE HOUSE JACK, FLOOR JACKS, PRESSURE WASHER, CROP LIFTERS, CULT. SHOVELS, (6) 11R24.5 TRUCK TIRES

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2008 STERLING ACTERRA S/A DECK

RITEWAY 8055 HEAVY HARROW

JOHN DEERE 330 TANDEM DISC

2011 JOHN DEERE 9670 STS COMBINE

1989 VOLVO T/A GRAIN TRUCK

BOURGAULT 5710 40 FT. AIR DRILL

1996 FLEXICOIL 820 AIR SEEDER

2013 FARM KING SWING AUGER

1990 HONDA FOURTRAX 300 ATV

Real Estate & Equipment Dispersal Auction: Saturday, April 27, 2019 @ 10am Dianne Day & the Estate of Alec Day — Gordondale, Alberta

PARCEL #1 - GRAZING LEASE with 2,320 +/- ACRES $39,200 SLR, PERIMETER FENCED, MULTIPLE DUGOUTS PARCEL #2 - GRAZING LEASE with 160 +/- ACRES PERIMETER FENCED TRACTORS: 1995 JD 8570 4WD TRACTOR, 2000 NEW HOLLAND TS110 MFD TRACTOR TRUCKS & TRAILERS: 2007 KENWORTH W900 TRI-DRIVE TRUCK, 2007 LOAD KING TRIDEM GRAIN TRAILER, 1970 IHC 1800 T/A GRAIN TRUCK, CORN PRO T/A STOCK TRAILER HARVEST & HAY: 1996 JD 9600 COMBINE, 1991 JD 9600 COMBINE, JD 925R GRAIN HEADER, 2012 JD A400 HAYBINE, 2005 PRAIRIE STAR 4952I SWATHER, 2000 WESTWARD 9350 SWATHER, MORRIS HAY HIKER 1400 BALE TRANSPORT, 2012 NH BR7090 ROUND BALER, SITREX MK14 V-HAY RAKE TILLAGE & SEEDING: KELLOBILT 325 OFFSET DISC, CASE 3950 TANDEM DISC, CASE 496 TANDEM DISC, JD 9350 GRAIN DRILL, FLATLANDER 40 LAND ROLLER, COOP 279 D/T CULTIVATOR, DIAMOND HARROW BAR, FARM KING DIAMOND HARROWS, ROCK O-MATIC 546 ROCK PICKER, JD LBZ SEED DRILLS, IHC 150 C DRILL, BERGEN DRILL TRANSPORT, DIAMOND HARROWS, FIELD FLOAT VAC & AUGERS: REM VRX GRAIN VAC, SAKUNDIAKHD10–2200 SWING AUGER, WESTFIELD 8–51 FT. AUGER GRAIN BINS: TWISTER HOPPER BIN, CHIEF WESTLAND GRAIN BIN, (3) WESTEEL GRAIN BINS LIVESTOCK & MISCELLANEOUS: HAYBUSTER 2620 BALE SHREDDER, HORST 3 AXLE FARM WAGON, FLEXICOIL TRAIL TYPE POST POUNDER, TUFF CATTLE HANDLING SYSTEM, UFA MATERNITY PEN, FAZAF 1303 PT BROADCAST SEEDER, PRO GEN 5000 GENERATOR, STIHL MS251 ML CHAINSAW, AIR PRO BATTERY CHARGER, (2) CALF WARMERS, EDWARDS LIVESTOCK WATERER, 3PT BALE FORK, 2013 GRAPPLE BUCKET 240T MK2, (2) TRACTOR BUCKETS, 42” X 19 FT. HD RED PIPE, SWATHER MOVER, BLANCHARD SWATH ROLLER

SURFACE LEASE REVENUE OVER

$39,000

CASE 3950 TANDEM DISC

KELLOBILT 325 OFFSET DISC

2012 JOHN DEERE A400 HAYBINE

(2) JOHN DEERE 9600 COMBINES

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Head south from Grande Prairie, cross the Wapiti River on the way to Grande Cache, hang an immediate right, slide past the O’Brien Park and into the Nitehawk Year-Round Adventure Park.

INDOOR AND OUTDOOR CONSIGNMENT SALE March 30TH 2019 at 9:30 AM

If you’re looking for a getaway to the east that carries some Alberta flavors, fun, and hospitality back to Mile Zero and to the BC side of the Peace, Go Nitehawk.

12651 WEST BYPASS ROAD IN FORT ST. JOHN RIDING ARENA Only Equipment, Trailers & RVs will be sold outdoors. All miscellaneous items, ATVs, lawn & garden and pallet items will be sold indoors in a huge, huge riding arena.

Nitehawk is as advertised for families young and old. Want to be a Wapiti Warrior? A Nitehawk Ninja? They’ve got you covered. A tube zone? Check. Luge? Yes.

VEHICLES: 2008 Sterling Flat Deck Single Axle Dually Pickup (544,468 km showing) VIN#: 3F6WK76A68G352438 C/W: hiab crane, 4 Wheel Drive, Turbo Diesel Cummins Engine, Automatic Transmission, Two-way Mobile Radio COMBINES & HEADERS: 1992 TR96 new Holland combine, C/w pickup header, 3765 hours • 1995 TX66 New Holland combine, C/w pickup header, 5724 engine hours, 3654 thrashing hours • 1995 2188 case combine, No pickup header, Engine hours 3056. 2378 Thrashing hours • 30’ Honey bee straight cut header, (Fits the 2188 case combine) TRAILERS: 2010 Load Max 30 ft Fifth Wheel Trailer Tandom Dually VIN#:5L8GH3024A1020314 C/W: Flip up Ramps / Beaver Tails SHOP-TOOLS-AND-MISC: Vertical and Horizontal Turret Milling Machine Model: KF-GA-F (VIN#: 3267) PRESSURE WASHERS: Unused Magnum Gold 4000 Hot Water Pressure Washer, 3.5 GPM @ 400 PSI, 15 HP Lifan Gasoline Engine w/ Electric Start and 12 Volt Burner, Oil / Diesel Fired Burner / Thermostat, Schedule 80 Coil with Stainless Steel Housing. Fully Welded Powder Coated Frame, 10 gal Poly Fuel Tank Includes: Gun, Wand, Nozzles, High Pressure Hose, Downstream Chemical Injection x6

“Our programs, camps and lessons are done to recognize the needs of the students, and their abilities regardless of age,” says assistant manager at Nitehawk Johnathan Clarkson, who has been on the hill for more than 17 years - starting way back when as a ski patrol volunteer, before ascending Nitehawk’s management mountain. Discovering ski and snowboarding, parent and tots, learn to slide classes and more, is all about keeping the family unit front and center, both on the Nitehawk slopes and in its chalets. Fourteen action-packed and scenic runs from the Easy Street and Will-O-Way, or more expert levels like Hwy. 40, and Roller Coaster. Nitehawk has its genesis in the 1960s as a non-profit and for more than 60 years a legacy has developed amongst staff and instructors to use their training to promote proper, safe adventures. This year saw the earliest winter opening in the history of the park - November 17. Clarkson says the holidays also brought a first this season.

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ALL ITEMS MUST BE IN THE YARD BY MARCH 27TH AT 2PM

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Will be accepting equipment and items into the yard on dates mentioned below: March 18,19, 20, 21, 22, 23. Closed Sunday March 24 and then re-open March 25, 26, 27.

“This was the first time in years that we were not shut down over Christmas at all. We saw some record numbers.” Clarkson says credit lies in the family oriented aspect of all the activities at Nitehawk on the hill. The mass arrival of families each day is

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12221-100TH STREET, GRANDE PRAIRIE, AB

SATURDAY, MARCH 16, 2019 @ 11:00 AM MEAT & BUTCHER EQUIPMENT

2007 King’s Choice Stainless Steel CA250S/SAH Smokehouse -3 Ph w/250Lb Cap, Auto Cook/Smoke, 2-Stage Auto Temp, Auto Start & Shut Down, 2-Trucks, Screens, S�cks, Duker Rex 65-Litre Silent Bowl Cu�er -3Ph w/2-Spd Knife & Bowl Mixing Speed., w/ 3PH Step-up Transformer, Hela HLVT 190 Vacuum Tumbler, Hollyma�c Super 54 Automa�c Por�oning Pa�y Molding Machine, 2006 Talsa H26 Hydraulic Stuﬀer 2.25HP 110V – (45-50 Lb Cap), Nel 219 Hi-Tech Single Chamber 16”x19”Vacuum Packer, Hobart 16” Floor Model Meat Band Saw - 1 Ph, Hobart 4146 Meat Grinder, Tor-Rey MV25 Vacuum Tumbler – 1 Ph, 2-Berkel 12” Meat Slicers, 2-Tor-Rey TS500E Heat Seal Wrappers, Berkel 705 Meat Tenderizer

REFRIGERATION & SHOW CASES

Combina�on Walk-In Cooler/Freezer 21’x13’ w/3-Sets Reach-In Doors, w/Cooling Fans & Remote Out Door Compressors -1Ph, (2)-2007 General GSM6SD 72” European Style DBL. Curved Glass Refrigera�on Show Cases, 2007 4’ General GSM4SD 48” European Style DBL. Curved Glass Refrigera�on Show Case, Tor-Rey VTA200ULH DBL Duty Refrigerated Meat & Deli Case – 80”, Kysor Warren LD1C-10 Open Freezer/Spot Merchandiser 36”x120” – 1PH, 2007 General DTSM12 51” Dual Temp. Mobile Spot Cooler, Habco SE40e Dbl Glass Dr. 48” Cooler, 2016 Habco CD26HB Sgl. Glass Dr. Cooler

STAINLESS STEEL TABLING & SINKS

Several Stainless Steel Work Tables & SS Cu�ng Tables w/Poly Tops, SS 30”x24” Equipment Stand, 2-Hands Free SS Sinks, Pan Carts, 12-Chrome Wire Rack w/Casters. Pan Carts, SS Inserts, Baking Sheets, Deli Trays, 10 Ft 3-Compartment 24”x24” SS Prep Sink w/RH & LH Drain Boards, 2-PreRinse Wands, 2-Bussing Carts, Samsung SS Glass Top Domes�c Range, MagiCater 60” SS LPG Com. BBQ SCALES, OFFICE & OTHER 2-Ishida UNI-7 Digital Counter-Top Pricing Scales (0-15Kg/30Ib), Ishida UNI-3 (0-15KG/30LB) Digital Counter-Top Pricing Scale, 1-Brine Pump, 1-Set of 2-48”Lx54”H Gondola Store Shelves, Merchandisers, Oﬃce Equipment, White Brd & Easel, Taylor Digital Thermometer & More Auc�oneers Note: This is a complete dispersal of The Meat Shop on Main. This is well kept equipment. This is an auc�on not to miss. Be on �me as large equipment will sell almost immediately. See Pics and more details on www.montgomeryauc�ons.com Buy on Site or Via www.Bidspo�er.com Cash/Credit Card/Cheques w/Bank Le�er of Credit Subject to Addi�ons & Dele�ons 10% Buyers Fee 15% On-Line Buyers Fee VIEWING: March 15, 10AM-4PM REMOVAL: By Tues. March 20 @ 3PM

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with adventure at Nitehawk year-round

testimony to this.

“Free ski Fridays brings out people - we can see upwards of 1,300 people that day.” This year there are plans for more amenities including doubling the size of a chalet installed two years ago at the base of the tubing zone. “We’re also going to be adding LED lighting to the last halves of the runs on the hill, and

this will completely change the experience for people.” Nitehawk is all about the future of the sport and hill, with more than 7,000 kids on the adventure each season through school trips and instruction.

“School class instruction a big portion of our operating during the day certainly. We like to think we are fostering a love for the outdoor activities of the Peace Region winter - which can be a long season. We are also trying to grow the luge program through our schools as well,” says Clarkson. “Kids are on our freestyle team, alpine teams, as well as all kinds of recreational skiing. Kids and youth are not thought of a ‘those darn snowboarders’ anymore.” Clarkson admits it is hard to keep youth away from the hill. “Sometimes before we even have a lift open, kids come out and hike the hill. The tube zone completely expands our appeal to families - it is fun tobogganing in the controlled setting.” Gone are the days of the single men and women mingling at the ski chalet over wine and fires. Nitehawk is pro-family and the pro familyexperience.

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“We are a year-round adventure park – but for the fact that we are here for families. That is our focus. Everyone learns to ski on their small local hill before going to the mountains.

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We take pride in that - ages 3 to 18, or adults looking to improve, we are here for them,” says Clarkson. The majority of customers are families and they love the ‘Great One’ deal -$99 for one night of skiing and lift passes for the family. Regardless of any extreme weather arrival of Mother Nature closing the hill and the entire outdoors, the onsite Snowmakers Lounge remains open seven days a week for those looking for an action-packed meal. Fish and chips, a famous Sunday brunch and more are as part of the Nitehawk programming as the snow grooming and Diamond difficult snow runs are. Nitehawk is year round – a summer destination as well. A downhill mountain bike park, courses, summer tube rides, are keeping adventure affordable and accessible for families. Nowadays, the adventure never stops at Nitehawk. “Our gates used to close in March, but now we employ about 50 people over the summer. This is also our third year managing Bear Paw golf course. Five years ago there was three of us over the summer months.” There is adventure on the Nitehawk slopes, and in the future Nitehawk plans: a 20 year master-plan in front of Nitehawk board and management envisions more lifts, and more runs to the east. “We’re not afraid of what we can do here.” No fear? Need adventure? Go Nitehawk.

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Why the ENGOs are in the room The Peace region is an area I love dearly, a landscape I have lived and worked in for many years. I know many people share my passion for this land. However, recently I’ve noticed this passion getting out of step with reality when it comes to recovering endangered mountain caribou. The successive inaction of B.C. governments has led us to a caribou crisis, and limited information from Victoria about recovery actions has led to rumours and misinformation. Some of the frustration has been targeted at the organization I work for, the Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative (Y2Y). So let’s set the record straight. Y2Y is both a Canadian and U.S. non-profit with staff in Alberta, British Columbia, and the United States. We work in both countries because wildlife don’t care about borders. With a mission to “connect and protect habitat so people and nature can thrive”, Y2Y’s work does not involve locking all humans out of the mountains or creating one big park restricting Royal LePage Valley Realty 10024 – 101st Street Peace River, Alberta T8S 1S6 Buying or selling a farm or ranch in the Peace Country?

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all access and resource development. We are not anti-development, but rather seek to ensure that human activities leave wildlife room to roam by retaining critical habitats and corridors between them. Y2Y supports sustainable hunting, fishing, and trapping as important activities throughout the Rockies. With staff and board members who hunt, hike, fish, ski and more in the wilds of Yellowstone to Yukon, we understand that it is important to plan for well-managed recreation of all different types from non-motorized to motorized. We are very concerned about the failure of successive governments to stop the decline of caribou populations. Required by Canadian law, a successful caribou recovery plan must include multiple approaches such as habitat protection, restoration, and management measures like maternal penning. An approach that ignores habitat is doomed to fail. Governments must include stakeholder engagement for caribou recovery. Y2Y staff receive the same information as any stakeholder group, and have no more influence or access to government. Lack of communication and a long-term vision from the government has encouraged fearmongering and hysteria. This is concerning and serves only to distract from the real issue. These accusations divide communities and British Columbians against each other. North vs. South. Urban vs. Rural. Indigenous vs. non-Indigenous. Those who care about wildlife and the land, vs. those whose livelihood depends on resource de-

velopment. The truth is we all have a common interest in an environment that thrives. We can all do better. We all need to be a part of the solution in ensuring future generations have jobs, wild spaces, forests and wildlife to enjoy — including caribou. — Tim Burkhart, Peace Region Coordinator, Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative Picture: Thanks to a Mitacs internship, Tim Burkhart has developed a “moving atlas” depicting the Peace River section of the Rocky Mountains and has since landed a job with the Yellowstone to Yukon (Y2Y) Conservation Initiative. UNBC Photo

Horizon March 15 DON’T MISS THE NEXT ISSUE OF THE NORTHERN HORIZON Deadline for booking a display ad: 12:00 Noon on Wednesday, March 6 Deadline for placing a classified ad: 10:00 a.m. on Friday, March 8 In Alberta? Call Dan at 250-784-4319 or email at horizon@dcdn.ca In B.C.? Call Janis Kmet at 250-219-0369 or email at jkmet@dcdn.ca Dan Przybylski Sales Mgr. 250-784-4319 horizon@dcdn.ca

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“Even if a vacancy occurred and we said we don’t want to fill it, we may not have the ability to do that. That’s a process we go through with the federal government and provincial government under the agreement.” The budget report states that upon a request by the City to reduce the number of officers “a review would take into account whether the proposed nomination would lower the level of resources below the level needed to deliver effective and efficient policing or to maintain public or officer safety.” As well, the report notes “this reduction would take place as and when vacancies occur and would not impact the existing members.” The proposal was brought up in deliberations by council.

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As part of the 2019 budget process, Dawson Creek City Council is looking at reducing the number of officers paid for by the City to 22 from 25. The budget report estimates it would save the City approximately $365,000 on an annual basis. However, that reduction is not reflected in the proposed 2019 budget. The process, Mayor Dale Bumstead says, is more complicated than just council agreeing to the reduction. “The reason there is no cost in there at this point is it’s a contract that we have with the federal government and provincial government in policing, so it’s not something we can just say we’re reducing it by three and we can go ahead and do that — there’s a whole process,” he explains.

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Come in and visit us at the Foster’s Peace Country Classic Agri-Show Inside the TARA Centre in booths 104-107 or outside in booths 410-413 QUALITY PRE-OWNED AIR DRILLS, SEEDERS, AIR TANKS CARTS & CULTIVATORS CURRENTLY IN STOCK Bourgault 3320 76’ Air Drill w/6700 (2012) Bourgault 3320 76’ Air Drill w/6550 (2012) Bourgault 3320 66’ Air Drill w/7950 (2012) Bourgault 3320 66’ Air Drill w/6550 (2012) Bourgault 3320 76’ Air Drill (2012) Bourgault 3320 76’ Air Drill (2012) Bourgault 3320 76’ Air Drill (2012)

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Bourgault 5710 64’ Air Drill (2005) Bourgault 5710 59’ Air Drill (2002) Bourgault 6550 Air Tank/Cart (2011) Bourgault 6550 Air Tank/Cart (2007) Bourgault L5350 Air Tank/Cart (2003) Bourgault 6000 90’ Harrow (2013) Bourgault 8910 70’ Field Cultivator (2015)

Come in and visit us at the SARDA Ag Research Agricultural Trade Show Inside the Falher Regional Recreation Complex in booths 58- 63 FAIRVIEW

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