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Volume 43 Issue 05 March 6, 2020

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Organic no-till: myth or reality?

Breakfast Brief MORE CORN & SOYBEAN ACRES IN 2020. SAYS USDA (FarmLead.com, Feb 21, 2020) The USDA annual ag outlook forum started yesterday, in which the government organization predicted a larger area of corn and soybeans will go in for Plant 2020, compared to a year ago. Going into the Outlook forum, the trade was expecting to see 93.6M acres of corn, 84.6M acres of soybeans, and 44.9M acres of wheat.

Are you an organic producer interested in reducing tillage? A conventional producer interested in converting to organic? Want to get away from tillage? Join us on Friday, March 20th in Hines Creek as we host a number of great organic and soil health experts here in the Peace!

Yesterday though, the USDA said that American farmers will plant 94M acres of corn, 85M acres of soybeans, and 45M acres of all types of wheat. Compared to last year, corn acres would be up 5%, soybeans acres would climb 12%, and the area planted with wheat would basically be the same. Arguably, the market has been pricing in these bigger acres the last few weeks as pretty much everyone and their mother have been expecting a major rebound from 2019, notably the record amount of Prevent Plant acres. It’s worth noting that the USDA has correctly predicted the direction of change for corn acres 9 times in the last decade. Conversely, the USDA’s track record of correctly predicting if soybean acres will go up or down (compared to the previous year) only 5 times out of the last 10 years. While the March WASDE report will come out on Tuesday, March 10th, the report that I and many other grain market participants will be watching for comes out 3 weeks later on March 31st in the form of the Prospective Plantings report. This report includes producer survey data and should be a bit more indicative of what acres get actually planted with what.

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This in mind, the USDA is expecting 2020/21 U.S. soybean stocks to drop to a four-year low of 320M bushels (or 8.71 MMT if converting bushels to metric tonnes) but that’s on the basis that China buys more American beans. It’s the opposite story for corn though, with 2020/21 carryout expected to climb to 2.637B billion bushels (or nearly 67 MMT), the highest since the 1987/88 crop year! For wheat though, thanks to the lower acres and similar exports, wheat stocks are estimated by the USDA to fall to a 6-year low of 777M bushels (or 21.15 MMT). From a trade perspective, the market is optimistic that China will soon start granting waivers on import tariffs of U.S. agricultural goods. And while the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, Sonny Perdue, believes that Chinese buying will start “ramping up in the spring”, the USDA admitted yesterday that they only see $4 Billion more in U.S. agricultural sales to China in 2020. Of course, this is nowhere near the projected $40 Billion that was part of the Phase One trade deal signed a little more than a month ago. With perfect timing though, a senior U.S. official reiterated that China has told them that they’ll honour their commitments to buy more U.S. goods. Logistics and Combyne Data There was a blockade that was set up just outside Edmonton earlier this week on a CN line that stopped all rail traffic, but the enforcement of a court injunction was swiftly carried out and the disruption lasted about half a day. How much of an impact have these protests really had? Available propane in Atlantic Canada has been within days of running out, while Via Rail and CN Rail have both temporarily laid off 1,000s of workers to reflect the stoppage in rail movement. The Canadian Grain Monitor Program from this week notes that the number of ocean grain vessels waiting in British Columbian ports is nearly double the normal average. Specifically, through week 28 of the Canadian 2019/20 crop year, 40 boats were lined up in Vancouver (average is 24) while 10 boats were sitting in Prince Rupert (double its average of 5). While some elevators have gone no bid or have pushed back some deliveries, country elevator grain movement hasn’t dropped off too, too much. All things considered, commodity markets have certainly pulled back since their highs about 6 weeks ago but are weather the storm of negative headlines fairly well. The challenging dynamic that not many could’ve predicted was the torrid spread of the coronavirus and the subsequent negative economic impact both in China, and around the rest of the world. From a grain markets perspective, the USDA’s Chief Economist, Robert Johansson said yesterday that “coronavirus has pretty much shut down (China’s) economy for the first quarter. Have a great weekend!

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From January 22 to 24 2020, 6 agri-food companies from Alberta participated in the event to explore export opportunities in the Pacific Northwest market. Alberta Agriculture and Forestry (AF) organized the program in collaboration with the Government of British Columbia (B.C.), Global Affairs Canada, and Saskatchewan Trade and Export Partnership. The 2-day program featured a day of seminars on topics including customs and entry into the U.S., identifying key market channels, working with a broker and distributor and a day of store tours at major regional chains. During the store tours, companies met with store managers and buyers to learn about their buying process and what they look for in products. In addition to Alberta’s 6 companies, companies from B.C. and Saskatchewan participated.

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“There are many leading examples of co-ops in British Columbia, and across Canada, but it can be hard for a group of producers to know how to go about creating one. Our Government is pleased to be teaming up with the province to provide this guidance to producers, because the rewards of forming a co-op can be great. Co-ops continue to make important contributions to the sustainable development of our rural areas – they offer producers the advantages of largescale business, while benefitting many individual producers,” noted the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, federal Minister of Agriculture and Agrifood “We’re creating more opportunities for farmers to get into the field and bring additional farmland into production. With the updated guides, farmers can learn about the benefits of co-ops and how this model can help grow their businesses,” added Lana Popham, B.C.’s Minister of Agriculture “Co-ops have a long history of being part of B.C.’s agricultural sector. As a member services organization dedicated to supporting co-ops across the province, we’re pleased that resources such as the updated guides are available to support farmers interested in exploring co-operative solutions,” piped up Andrea Harris, Executive Director of the B.C. Co-op Association.

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GRAIN FUTURE REPORT Grain Future Prices - as of February 28, 2020 Last 463.10s 452.40 453.20 460.80 Last 564-0s 523-0 522-2 523-2 Last 448-2s 439-6 448-0 455-6 Last 659-0s 503-6 520-6 530-4 Last 379-4s 365-6 368-0 Last 327-2s 279-2 273-0 Last 878-0s 885-2 893-6 Last 28.96s 28.23 28.64 Last 305.10s 299.5

Change + 2.10 + 5.90 - 3.40 - 3.50 Change - 31-0 - 6-2 - 5-2 - 5-6 Change - 6-4 - 3-4 - 3-6 - 3-0 Change + 1-2 - 4-0 - 3-2 - 3-0 Change - 6-0 + 1-2 unch Change - 6-0 + 5-6 - 6-6 Change + 7-0 - 1-0 - 1-2 Change - 0.24 - 0.60 - 0.55 Change + 5.30 + 2.6

Open 0.00 452.40 456.30 464.00 Open 0-0 531-0 525-4 525-2 Open 0-0 440-2 451-4 460-0 Open 0-0 507-6 524-0 533-6 Open 0-0 364-4 368-0 404-0 0-0 279-2 279-0 Open 0-0 886-2 894-6 Open 0.00 28.68 29.05 Open 0.00 298.1

High 463.10 452.40 456.80 464.60 High 564-0 531-2 526-4 526-4 High 448-2 442-0 452-0 460-0 High 659-0 509-6 524-0 533-6 High 379-4 366-0 369-6 High 327-2 279-2 282-0 High 878-0 887-2 895-4 High 28.96 28.83 29.21 High 305.10 300.4

Low 463.10 452.40 451.20 459.00 Low 564-0 515-4 512-4 514-0 Low 448-2 431-6 439-0 446-6 Low 659-0 501-4 515-4 525-2 Low 379-4 362-6 365-6 Low 327-2 279-2 270-2 Low 878-0 874-4 879-6 Low 28.96 28.02 28.35 Low 305.10 294.5

Volume 0 121 8,039 3,472 Volume 0 1,777 65,941 32,502 Volume 0 801 25,182 15,094 Volume 0 281 4,876 3,798 Volume 0 12,095 121,579 Volume 0 3 619 Volume 0 5,284 114,013 Volume 0 6,509 75,493 Volume 0 6,537

Prev. Stl. 461.00 446.50 456.60 464.30 Prev. Stl. 595-0 529-2 527-4 529-0 Prev. Stl. 454-6 443-2 451-6 458-6 Prev. Stl. 657-6 507-6 524-0 533-4 Prev. Stl. 385-4 364-4 368-0 Prev. Stl. 333-2 273-4 279-6 Prev. Stl. 871-0 886-2 895-0 Prev. Stl. 29.20 28.83 29.19 Prev. Stl. 299.80 296.9

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Daily Grain & Feed Grain Report Daily Grain Prices - February 28, 2020

Weekly Feed Grain Report - February 28, 2020

Alberta Canola Producers Commission (http://dashboard.albertacanola.com/reports/weekly-grains) CANOLA - #1 Peace Region Northern Alberta Southern Alberta Spot $9.53 ( - $0.06 ) $9.63 ( - $0.05 ) $9.96 ( - $0.04 ) March 2020 $9.63 ( - $0.06 ) $9.72 ( - $0.06 ) $9.74 ( - $0.04 ) April 2020 $9.77 ( - $0.06 ) $9.84 ( - $0.06 ) $9.82 ( - $0.05 ) May 2020 $9.83 ( - $0.06 ) $9.90 ( - $0.06 ) $9.88 ( - $0.04 ) June 2020 $9.93 ( - $0.06 ) $10.01 ( - $0.05 ) $9.99 ( - $0.05 ) July 2020 $10.00 ( - $0.06 ) $10.07 ( - $0.05 ) $10.05 ( - $0.05 ) August 2020 $9.53 ( - $0.03 ) $9.76 ( - $0.03 ) $9.73 ( - $0.02 ) WHEAT - #1 CPSR - 11.5% Peace Region Northern Alberta Southern Alberta Spot $5.37 ( + $0.00 ) $5.51 ( + $0.00 ) $5.57 ( + $0.01 ) March 2020 $5.42 ( + $0.00 ) $5.54 ( + $0.00 ) $5.57 ( $0.00 ) April 2020 $5.55 ( + $0.00 ) $5.65 ( + $0.00 ) $5.68 ( $0.00 ) May 2020 $5.66 ( + $0.00 ) $5.76 ( + $0.00 ) $5.78 ( $0.00 ) June 2020 $5.59 ( + $0.00 ) $5.68 ( + $0.01 ) $5.67 ( + $0.01 ) July 2020 $5.65 ( + $0.01 ) $5.75 ( + $0.00 ) $5.76 ( + $0.00 ) August 2020 not available $5.32 ( + $0.00 ) $5.38 ( + $0.01 ) WHEAT - #1 CWAD - 13.0% Peace Region Northern Alberta Southern Alberta Spot not available not available $7.41 ( + $0.00 ) March 2020 not available not available $7.46 ( + $0.01 ) April 2020 not available not available $7.52 ( + $0.01 ) May 2020 not available not available $7.55 ( + $0.00 ) June 2020 not available not available $7.53 ( + $0.01 ) July 2020 not available not available not available WHEAT - #1 CWRS - 13.5% Peace Region Northern Alberta Southern Alberta Spot $6.27 ( + $0.07 ) $6.39 ( + $0.06 ) $6.46 ( + $0.06 ) March 2020 $6.32 ( + $0.07 ) $6.43 ( + $0.05 ) $6.50 ( + $0.06 ) April 2020 $6.45 ( + $0.06 ) $6.55 ( + $0.06 ) $6.59 ( + $0.07 ) May 2020 $6.52 ( + $0.06 ) $6.62 ( + $0.05 ) $6.65 ( + $0.05 ) June 2020 $6.48 ( + $0.06 ) $6.57 ( + $0.06 ) $6.63 ( + $0.06 ) July 2020 $6.53 ( + $0.06 ) $6.64 ( + $0.06 ) $6.69 ( + $0.05 ) YELLOW PEAS - #2 Peace Region Northern Alberta Southern Alberta Spot $6.90 ( $0.00 ) $7.05 ( $0.00 ) $6.87 ( $0.00 ) March 2020 $6.79 ( $0.00 ) $6.95 ( $0.00 ) $6.76 ( $0.00 ) April 2020 $6.87 ( $0.00 ) $7.02 ( $0.00 ) $6.86 ( $0.00 ) May 2020 $6.86 ( $0.00 ) $7.01 ( $0.00 ) $6.83 ( $0.00 ) June 2020 $6.50 ( $0.00 ) $6.65 ( $0.00 ) $6.45 ( $0.00 ) July 2020 $6.45 ( $0.00 ) $6.59 ( $0.00 ) $6.32 ( $0.00 )

Statistics & Data Development Branch, Alberta Agriculture and Forestry FEED GRAIN BIDS (Different Delivery Points) Week of Feb 24/20 Previous Week Wheat Lethbridge $228.00 - $232.00 $228.00 - $232.00 Red Deer $213.00 - $225.00 $213.00 - $225.00 Edmonton $217.00 - $225.00 $219.00 - $225.00 Oats Edmonton $194.00 - $220.00 $195.00 - $250.00 Peas Edmonton $245.00 - $255.00 $245.00 - $255.00 Barley Lethbridge $225.00 - $232.00 $225.00 - $239.00 MH/Brooks $212.00 - $220.00 $218.63 - $226.00 Calgary $215.87 - $223.67 $218.63 - $220.00 Red Deer $210.00 - $222.00 $211.00 - $225.00 Vermillion $195.00 - $204.00 $195.00 - $210.00 Edmonton $208.00 - $222.00 $208.00 - $225.00 Grande Prairie $176.83 - $190.61 $176.83 - $190.61 CANOLA CRUSHER on February 26, 2020 Meal (FOB) Seed (Del)

Previous Week $293.13 $429.85

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ELEVATOR BIDS (CDN $/TONNE) on February 27, 2020 HIGH LOW / AVERAGE CWRS (13% min. protein) $235.36 $218.34 / $230.32 CPS (10.5% min. protein) $201.39 $194.09 / $198.59

CHANGE - 6.75 - 10.38

ELEVATOR BIDS on Feb 28/20 (Del) This Week Last Week Feed Wheat *Central $181.58 $162.72 Feed Oats *Central $178.32 $194.53 Feed B arley *Central $179.92 $180.35 Flaxseed *Central $515.13 $515.13 Canola Brooks $420.71 $431.39 Durum *Central $267.29 $267.29 *replaces both Calgary and Red Deer to include the area from Calgary to south of Edmonton SPECIAL CROP CASH BIDS on February 27, 2020 Cdn $/Tonne Cdn $/Bushel Green Peas - #2 or Btr $392.79 $10.69 Feed Peas $228.55 $6.22 Yellow Peas - #2 or Btr $247.65 $6.74 Cdn $/lb Lentils - #1 Laird $508.93 $0.23 Lentils - #1 Eston $446.43 $0.20 Lentils - #1 Red $466.16 $0.21 Mustard - #1 Yellow $865.31 $0.39 Mustard - #1 Brown $599.65 $0.27 Mustard - #1 Oriental $548.39 $0.25

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Make 2020 the year you level up your horsemanship! man’s paradise - set on 160 acres and designed by Glenn Stewart to give his students the perfect learning environment. Indoor arena and box stalls, outdoor arena, round pens obstacles and countless trails give you plenty of opportunity to learn and then enjoy the facility during your time with us at the ranch. Onsite accommodations are available - depending on your choice - may be limited - we encourage you to book early. What is your dream with your horse? Whatever your dream may be, if you have the horsemanship, you can live the dream. It’s just that simple. Join us The Horse Ranch this summer and live the dream! Now accepting bookings for the summer Horsemanship Camps and Horsemanship Intensive in June – and – new for 2020 our Putting Principles to Purpose Camp in August. Glenn offers year-round educational horsemanship programs at his facility near Fort Saint John, BC and is travels leading clinics throughout BC, AB and the USA. Long-term study and professional programs are now available.

Our Horsemanship Camps are an immersive experience - an extraordinary opportunity for you to focus on and build your horsemanship tool-box with practical skills you can use right away that benefits all disciplines. Glenn has a step by step program that anyone can follow and you can go at your own speed, fast or slow. It’s a staircase with a railing to guide you to being as good as you want to be. Horsemanship has 4 areas, 2 on the ground, 2 in the saddle and you can’t skip any or you are leaving a hole in your horsemanship. Skipping parts gets you mediocre results at best. Any horseman will tell you that horsemanship is a journey and to enjoy the trip. It’s not a destination, it’s a journey of self-awareness and development. People become more with horse and horses become more with good people. “When you work on your horsemanship we are learning to read horses, developing skills that we aren’t born with like feel and timing, which are the two most important things a horse wants from us.”

For more information get in touch with us – on Facebook or Instagram or – better yet – call 250 789 3072 – we’d love to hear from you!

Glenn Stewart The Horse Ranch is located 11km from Fort St John BC. It is a horse-

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Calving season tips & tricks: obstetrics and prolapses By Dr. Christa Harder Calving season is officially here for 2020 and with it comes the joy of new birth as well as the challenges of potentially difficult calving’s and prolapses. In this article I’m going to go through a few tips for when intervention is required and what to do if you need to assist. The majority of cows will deliver their calf on their own in a short period of time. However, when the first stage of labor has been going on for more than 6 hours, i.e. the cow is restless, showing maternal behavior or tail kinked sideways it could mean that she has a uterine torsion, or a breech calf (only the bum is presenting) in which case no feet will show from the vulva and you should call your vet. Stage two labour is defined as the first appearance of the water bag, to when the calf is delivered. In a normal cow this usually occurs within 2 hours – if no progress has occurred in this time frame, she should be examined. At this point ideally one puts the cow in a maternity pen or squeeze to work on safely. Be patient and careful when handling cattle during labour. Even the nicest cow on a normal day can turn aggressive when she is moved; hormones are sky rocketing and she is uncomfortable. Once the cow is restrained wash her vulva with soap and warm water then put on long obstetrical gloves. Enter the vulva and advance to where you feel the calf. Normally, you will find 2 front legs and a head. You can put calving chains on both front legs and remember to place the first loop above the calf’s fetlock (ankle joint), then make a half hitch in the chain and place it below the fetlock. This will reduce the risk of fracturing the calf’s leg when you are pulling.

When deciding how hard to pull use the 275 lbs. rule of thumb (when the cervix is completely dilated). 275lbs is roughly the pulling capacity of one large strong person, or two smaller people. You should be able to pull the calf’s shoulders into the pelvis by hand. The knees should be visible, without slipping back in once you have let the tension go. If you achieve this you should be able

to pull the calf by hand or with a calf jack. Being a smaller person myself, I find the use of calf jack incredibly helpful but use it carefully and with respect. When pulling the calf don’t rush, pull when the cow pushes. If the calf is coming normal presentation and you cannot engage it this far or the legs are crossed and the head will not engage into the pelvis a C-section will likely be required. If the calf gets hip locked when it is three quarters of the way out try rotating the calf in order to give you a bit more space between the calf’s pelvis and the cow’s pelvis. If the calf is quite dry or tight apply lubricant around the calf to allow it to slide easier. Tangled legs may also happen with twins or a weirdly positioned calf so try and identify if you have front or back legs and make sure they are from the same animal before you start pulling. Once the calf is out; if it’s been a tough pull and is having difficulty breathing put it in calf recovery position (upright on its chest (sternal) with its hind legs tucked up underneath it). You can stimulate it by tickling its nose with straw and vigorously rubbing it.

Call the vet out to your farm rather than hauling into the clinic for these cases. If the uterus can be replaced quickly and it is not damaged most cows will have a good prognosis. Delivering calves can be a very rewarding experience and your intervention can often save lives. Stock your calving supplies before the season starts, keep your barn/handling facility clean and be ready to assist. Have you vet’s phone number handy and keep your trailer ready/ cleared out of the snow bank. We are very happy to assist you with your calving needs but can help out more producers/get to your calving sooner if you have the ability to haul into our clean/well lite and heated facility.

May new life be abundant and the joy of seeing a new calf try its legs out for the first time never cease to amaze you! Wishing you all the very best for a safe and prosperous calving season!

Dawson Creek Veterinary Clinic Check the cow does not have a twin inside (even if it has a large calf always check) – with clean gloves and also make sure the cow has colostrum in her udder. With a difficult calving – calves often are a bit slower to get up and suck therefore tubing them with a some commercial colostrum or milking out the cow and tubing/bottle feeding for the first feeding is a good idea. Occasionally a cow will prolapse their uterus post calving typically following a difficult calving though it can happen when they calve on a downward slope or if they are an overweight/unfit cow. A uterine prolapse will only happen post calving in comparison to a vaginal prolapse that will most commonly happen before calving. The uterus appears as a large fleshy red mass with the buttons (or cotelydons) attached to the outside. It is very important not to move the cow very much after this happens since movement will often result in tearing of the tissue or the uterine artery.

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We are here for you for all your calving needs! We carry an excellent selection of calving supplies as well as vaccines and pain management options. For calving questions, concerns or emergencies call our Large Animal

April is Wellness Dr. Charlotte Corbett

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Cattle Directory 2020 ASPEN HILL & HEART VALLEY ANGUS RED AND BLACK ANGUS PRIVATE TREATY BULL SALES

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WANHAM, AB

Nat Tsche�er 780-978-6407 email na�sche�er@gmail.com

George LeBlanc 780-402-9509 email gleblanc1@live.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 Clegg Angus Greg & Janis Clegg, St. Albert, AB 780-910-8553

Philip Driedger / LaCrete, AB / 780.926.5896 horizonphilip@gmail.com

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

Selling Registered Black Angus Yearling Bulls Oﬀ the Farm

Gumbo Gulch

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Altona Falls Red Angus Dan & Trudy Loewen, Altona, BC 250-630-2146

HORIZON RED ANGUS

Jim & Donna Rowe Worsley, AB

PUREBRED BLACK ANGUS

Visitors Welcome

Mile 11 on #2 Highway South of Dawson Creek 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

780-835-9588 jdrowe@xplornet.ca

Lazy B Livestock Trevor Binks & Melanie Klassen, G.P., AB 780-539-7128 M.C. Quantock Mac & Pat Creech, Lloydminster, AB 800-561-2855 Mountain Side Angus John & Judy Mayer, Beaverlodge, AB 780-831-8497

Dawson Co-op Home & Agro Centre Winter in the Peace country

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ANGUS

Crestland Farms Ltd. John & Martha Harms, Buffalo Head Prairie, AB 780-926-9540 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 Gomack Red Angus Braydon Gough, Deadwood, AB 780-274-0099 GRA-TAN Farm Grant & Tanya Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-786-2181

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ANNUAL BULL SALE Curtis Boese (780) 876-4526

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

BRAUNVIEH

Purebred Angus Genetics (The Profitable Kind)

F U L L

Box 159, Cleardale, AB T0H 3Y0 Pete (cell): 780-835-8291 www.northwaycattle.ca 56075

Penson Angus Darren Penson, Sexsmith, AB 780-814-4993 Poplar Meadows Tanya, Monty & Taylor Belsham, Houston, BC 250-845-8474

Edgar Iten CALL 250.271.7013

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

Quality Registered Yearling & 2-yr-old Bulls for Sale on the Farm Like Li LLik ike ik ke UUss oonn

(250) 263-4904 • sjtrask@pris.ca • Box 127, Montney, BC, V0C 1Y0

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Ph: 780.356.3611 • Cell: 780.402.5617 • Email: schweitzerre@gpnet.ca

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 Klepper, 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

ORIGINAL BRAUNVIEH

Jack & Shannon Trask

B L O O D

ROY & ERIKA SCHWEITZER

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

MILNE’S RANCH

Red & Black Gelbvieh Bulls for Sale by Private Treaty Starting April 8, 2020 Box 1573 Fairview, AB

www.milneranch.com

SCHULZ ANGUS Registered Black & Red Angus

Dry Creek Ranch Seth Harmon, Cecil Lake, BC 250-781-3617

1st Bull Sale on May 2, 2020 – Rycroft Ag. Centre Joe & Courtney Schulz Box 43 Site 2 R R 1 | Spirit River AB T0H 3G0 780-351-2608 | 780-864-6448 www.schulzangus.com

GELBVIEHS

Harold 780.835.0365 Bev 780.834.7704

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

HEREFORDS Aspenridge Stock Farms Jason Wells, Hythe, AB 780-518-2439

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

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Maynard Boese (780) 568-4340

Thurs., March 19, 2020 VJV, Beaverlodge, AB

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

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

Red Angus Bulls and Heifers for Sale oﬀ the Farm

Red & Black Angus Yearlings & 2-Yr-Olds

56074

North Point Angus

Lazy S Charolais

SMOKY RIVER RED ANGUS

Annual Bull Sale Sat, March 28, 2020 VJV, Dawson Creek

8 WAY CHAROLAIS Nikki, Kristin, Whitney & Courtney Drschiwiski Box 18, Cecil Lake, BC V0C 1G0 Ph: 250-785-6362 Cell: 250-261-0876 (Nikki) Cell: 250-329-4816 (Courtney) eightway@pris.ca wanderlust_blues@yahoo.ca

Silver Willow Ranch Selling Yearling & 2-Year-Old Registered Black Angus Bulls Off the Ranch by Private Treaty

RR 2 Sexsmith, AB T0H 3C0

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Kevin & Barbara Quist Phone: 780.876.4649 Email: kbqrr2@hotmail.com

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

Herefords Charolais Simmentals

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

Chittick Family Hereford Ranch Raymond & Mona Chittick, Whitecourt, AB 780-778-0150

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100% Customer Satisfaction is

Shadow Creek Red Polls • Canada’s #1 Red Poll Breeder for the 3rd year • Maternal traits with light birth weights • Registered Bulls and Heifers For Sale

Dean & Marsha Anderson – Fort St John, BC

(250) 827-3293 • info@redpollbeef.ca. www.shadowcreek.farm

SALERS

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DynaRich Salers Richard & Dianne Andersen, Eckville, AB 403-746-2919 North 42 Cattle Company Heath Barnfield, Sexsmith, AB 780-897-3339

LIMOUSIN

SHORTHORNS Tamarack Shorthorns Alvin Johnson, Brownvale, AB 780-618-9044

SIMMENTALS

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 Hillview Farms Raymond & Corine Verbeek, Sturgeon County, AB 80-939-2173 Lakeroad Limousin Jim, Donna & Jackie Rowe, Worsley, AB 780-835-9588 Pinnacle View Limousin Rob & Cheryl Swan, Quesnel, BC Erin & Eric Kishkan, Quesnel, BC 250-747-2618

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

The JayDawn Advantage RED & BLACK SIMMENTALS AND CHAROLAIS BRED FOR CALVING EASE, WEANING WEIGHTS & MATERNAL TRAITS

JAYDAWN FARMS JASON & NIKKI MCQUAIG SEXSMITH, ALBERTA

KIN-KIN Cattle Co. Gary & Faye Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-786-4500 KRS Simmentals K. Reanne Sanford, Quesnel, BC 250-991-9496 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 M.C. Quantock Mac & Pat Creech, Lloydminster, AB 800-561-2855 Simmental Cattle

Box 238, FAIRVIEW, ALBERTA TOH 1LO

Chet & Jamie Jans

Registered Simmental Breeders

Box 223 Groundbirch, BC V0C 1T0

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GRA-TAN Farm Grant & Tanya Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-786-2181 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

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

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

March 7, 2020 • VJV Dawson Creek

Quarter Horse

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

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RED POLLS

Hodges Simmentals Roy & Scot Hodges, Beaverlodge, AB 780-512-4669

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Eureka Hereford Farms Tom Basnett, Eureka River, AB 780-834-8170 Gold Stock Hereford Farms Charlie & Steven White, Beaverlodge, AB 780-354-3190 Gurtler Farms Garry Gurtler, North Star, AB 780-836-2125 Hilltop Honey Ranch Brian & Dana Smith, Pouce Coupe, BC 250-719-5548 M.C. Quantock Mac & Pat Creech, Lloydminster, AB 800-561-2855 Reber’s Polled Herefords Serena & Kasey Reber, Woking, AB 780-518-2643

BULLS & HEIFERS FOR SALE Elden, Einar and Ole Bakkehaug Box 156, Hythe, AB T0H 2C0 Home (780) 356-2113 Elden Cell (780) 518-3536

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PEACE COUNTRY SIMMENTALS Box 154, Cecil Lake, BC V0C 1G0 www.peacecountrysimmentals.com

BULLS FOR SALE OFF THE FARM and 50+ Simmental Bred Heifers Bred to Black Angus Start Calvingg March 1,, 2020 J&M Farms JERRY & GEM GIESBRECHT 250.262.7867

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Rachido Ranch Randy & Donna Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-786-4373 Rosefield Simmentals James & Martha Wiebe, Prespatou, BC 250-630-2621 SIBL Simmentals The Smith Families, Cherhill, AB 780-785-2045

Willowdale Simmentals CONSIGNING TO TRANSCON'S PEACE COUNTRY SIMMENTAL BULL SALE Saturday, February 29, 2020 VJV Beaverlodge Box 1555 Valleyview, AB T0H 3N0 24km North of Valleyview on Highway 49

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

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

DESERT ACRES SPECKLE PARK Offering Purebred and Commercial Speckle Park Cattle for Your Consideration

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Tracey Foster Duriez R0011781422

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Site 16 Comp 112 RR1

1-250-264-8676 Fort St. John, BC V1J 4M6

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FLATBED & ATV TRAILERS

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JASON, CORINNA, WILLIAM AND MARIAH HARVEY

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

EQUIPMENT & DUMP TRAILERS

(780) 831-5781 cdymurray@yahoo.ca

keith@arlshop.com

KEIRAN HODGES 780-933-5637

Cody & Rodi Murray Beaverlodge, AB

ROCK RANCH M I R R

REGISTERED SIMMENTALS BOX 655, BEAVERLODGE, AB TOH 0C0

KEITH HODGES 780-831-7999

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SPECKLE PARK

250-719-9575

TRUCK DECKS

STOCK & HORSE TRAILERS

SALES & RENTALS

PARTS & SERVICE

15701 - 101st Street, Grande Prairie, AB (780) 513-1340 • www.fosterstrailersgp.ca 59242

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Cattle Market Report VJV LIVESTOCK MARKETING GROUP

CATTLE MARKET REPORT FOR MAR 6, 2020

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

Fe Feb e 27 - 1,830 Hdd Fe Feb 20 - 1,055 Hd

FFeb 26 - 2,714 Hdd Fe Feb 19 - 2,339 Hdd

Feb F 25 - 575 Hd

Feb 25 - 779 Hd

Fe Feb 18 - 469 Hd

BBid Range

Low

Highh

Low

High

300 - 399

n/a

Fe Feb e 27 - 709 Hd Low

High

$235.00 $244.00

Feb 6 - 739 Hd Low

High

n/a

Low

High

Low

High

Low

High

Low

High

Low

High

$225.00 $268.00 $238.00 $250.00 $220.00 $250.00 $230.00 $275.00 $215.00 $240.00

400 - 499 $220.00 $240.00 $230.00 $243.00 $220.00 $230.00 $235.00 $244.00 $222.00 $251.00 $230.00 $260.00 $225.00 $263.00 $225.00 $274.00 $210.00 $235.00 500 - 599 $225.00 $235.00 $220.00 $237.00 $230.00 $243.50 $204.00 $235.00 $223.00 $234.00 $210.00 $245.00 $200.00 $243.50 $215.00 $259.00 $210.00 $233.75 600 - 699 $200.00 $219.25 $200.00 $218.00 $200.00 $210.00 $204.00 $216.50 $197.00 $225.00 $209.00 $227.00 $190.00 $225.75 $200.00 $229.50 $200.00 $218.00 700 - 799 $195.00 $207.00 $180.00 $189.00 $185.00 $197.00 $178.00 $185.00 $184.00 $200.00 $189.00 $199.00 $185.00 $201.00 $185.00 $199.25 $185.00 $199.00 800 - 899 $170.00 $179.00

n/a

$168.00 $177.00 $175.00 $185.00 $170.00 $184.00 $175.00 $187.00 $160.00 $177.00

900 - 999

n/a

$153.00 $165.00 $168.00 $174.00 $160.00 $169.50 $170.00 $178.75

n/a

1000+

n/a

$148.00 $155.00 $162.00 $171.00 $150.00 $158.00 $165.00 $170.75

n/a

Bid Range

Low

High

Low

High

Low

High

Low

High

Average

300 - 399

n/a

$196.00 $230.00 $210.00 $245.00 $190.00 $220.00 $200.00 $235.00 $200.00 $229.00

n/a

$190.00 $223.00 $197.00 $233.00 $185.00 $220.00 $195.00 $230.00 $195.00 $223.00

$205.00 $216.00

400 - 499 $195.00 $210.00 $202.00 $214.00 $200.00 $214.00

Low

High

Low

High

Low

High

Low

High

500 - 599 $190.00 $204.00 $200.00 $211.00 $195.00 $208.00 $200.00 $214.00 $177.00 $209.00 $190.00 $214.00 $170.00 $209.50 $185.00 $207.00 $180.00 $203.00 600 - 699 $180.00 $193.50 $185.00 $197.00 $190.00 $203.25 $175.00 $185.00 $176.00 $191.50 $187.00 $195.00 $160.00 $198.25 $170.00 $191.50 $170.00 $198.00 700 - 799 $160.00 $171.00 $174.00 $184.00 $180.00 $194.00 $160.00 $170.00 $160.00 $177.00 $169.00 $183.50 $155.00 $185.00 $160.00 $176.00 $165.00 $181.75 800 - 899 $150.00 $162.00

n/a

$153.00 $161.00 $148.00 $155.00 $150.00 $165.00 $150.00 $166.25 $150.00 $167.00

900 - 999

n/a

$141.00 $149.00 $147.00 $159.50 $140.00 $150.00 $145.00 $155.00

n/a

1000+

n/a

$134.00 $145.00 $142.00 $155.00 $140.00 $149.50 $140.00 $151.00

n/a

D1 - D2 Cows $80.00

$87.25 $80.00

D3 - D4 Cows $70.00

D1 - D2 Cows $87.00

D3 - D4 Cows

$80.00 $70.00

$80.00

D1 - D2 Cows

$80.00 $86.00 $80.00

D3 - D4 Cows

Bologna Bulls

$90.00 $105.00 $90.00 $105.00

Feeder Bulls

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Older Bred Cows 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

Good Bred Cows n/a

n/a

Good Bred Cows n/a

n/a

Older Bred Cows Older Bred Cows 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

$80.00

Heiferettes n/a

n/a

Bologna Bulls

$80.00 $93.50 $90.00 $105.00

Feeder Bulls

Good Bred Cows

REPLACEMENT CATTLE

Bologna Bulls

$88.50

D3 - D4 Cows

$70.00 $80.00 $70.00

Heiferettes Heiferettes Heiferettes SLAUGHTER CATTLE $110.00 $140.00 $100.00 $135.00 $118.00 $140.00 Bologna Bulls

D1 - D2 Cows

Feeder Bulls n/a

Good Bred Cows n/a

n/a

Cow/Calf Prs (Y) n/a

n/a

Cow/Calf Prs (O) n/a

n/a

Older Bred Cows

$1,475 $1,750 $1,475

Good Bred Hfrs

n/a

$1,750

D1 - D2 Cows $84.00

$95.00

D3 - D4 Cows $71.00

$85.00

Heiferettes

D1 - D2 Cows $82.00

$97.00

D3 - D4 Cows $70.00

$80.00

Heiferettes

D1 - D2 Cows $85.00

$94.00

D3 - D4 Cows $76.00

$84.00

Heiferettes

D1 - D2 Cows $83.00

$95.00

D3 - D4 Cows $75.00

$82.00

Heiferettes

Bologna Bulls

$92.00 $112.00 $95.00 $124.00

Feeder Bulls

Bologna Bulls

Feeder Bulls

$100.00 $120.00 $100.00 $137.00 $100.00 $125.00 $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

Older Bred Cows n/a

n/a

Good Bred Cows n/a

n/a

Older Bred Cows n/a

n/a

Good Bred Cows n/a

n/a

Good Bred Hfrs

n/a

Cow/Calf Prs (O) n/a

n/a

$70.00 $80.00

Heiferettes

n/a

Cow/Calf Prs (Y) 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

Bologna Bulls

n/a

Cow/Calf Prs (Y) n/a

n/a

Cow/Calf Prs (O) n/a

n/a

Feeder Bulls n/a

n/a

Good Bred Cows n/a

n/a

Older Bred Cows Older Bred Cows

Good Bred Hfrs

n/a

D3 - D4 Cows

$95.00 $115.00 $95.00 $122.00 $90.00 $110.00

Good Bred Hfrs

Cow/Calf Prs (Y)

$80.00 $92.00

$100.00 $134.00 $100.00 $148.00 $115.00 $140.00 $115.00 $140.00 $110.00 $135.00

Good Bred Hfrs n/a

D1 - D2 Cows

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

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n/a

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Cold weather cattle considerations “Animals that are kept outside - be they cattle, bison or horses - all increase the amount of feed they consume during the cold weather,” explains Barry Yaremcio, beef and forage specialist at the Alberta Ag-Info Centre. “This is to increase the amount of heat that is generated during the digestion process, to stay warm. Using beef cattle as an example, if temperatures drop below -20 C, feed intake can increase by 5 to 30% compared to a warmer day.” Because of the cold, Yaremcio says that some producers are noticing that their haystacks or silage pits are emptying a lot faster than during warmer temperatures. However, he says that producers have some options even if feed supplies are limited. “Cows in late pregnancy can be fed a certain amount of straw per day, which is no different than before the cold weather. “However, the straw cannot be the total increase in feed supplied because it is low in protein and high in fibre, which reduces digestibility and rumen efficiency. Good quality hay and additional grain is needed as part of the additional feed supplied. Adding 2 lb of grain per head per day at -30 C and 4 lb of additional grain at -40 C is a good starting point.”

Enhancing farm safety In 2019, more than 100 communities and organizations used resources from Alberta Agriculture and Forestry’s Farm Safety Program to deliver important messages on farm safety to Albertans. “The program’s webpages are full of farm safety information with access to services, displays and resources,” says Kenda Lubeck, farm safety awareness coordinator with AF. “From there you can browse through available displays and activities, information on regulations that impact farmers, as well as tools and educational resources to help plan for worker safety.” 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 the step-by-step guide Planning a farm safety day camp designed so organizers can customize their own safety days. “We listen to the needs of the community, as-

sess their available resources and then align them with relevant topics and event logistics,” she says. The program has developed a vibrant and practical suite of safety resources designed for children, youth and young farm workers. It includes more than 17 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 for ages 3 to 8 and Safety Wranglers for ages 9 to 14, where they learn interesting facts and age-appropriate ways to stay safe on their family farm. The program offers more than 60 informational tools and resources promote farm safety awareness and education. Much of it is available online and all of it is free. For more information or to sign up for the farm safety newsletter, connect with the Alberta Farm Safety Program: farm.safety@gov.ab.ca

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

Beaverlodge Peter Raffan 780.354.2423

Westlock Travis Sekura 780.349.3153

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Tues, Mar 10th - 9:00 a.m. Tues, Mar 17th- 9:00 a.m. Tues, Mar 24th - 9:00 a.m. Tues, Mar 31st- 9:00 a.m. Tues, Apr 7th - 9:00 a.m.

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

Wed, Mar 11th - 9:00 a.m. Wed, Mar 18th - 9:00 a.m. Wed, Mar 25th - 9:00 a.m. Wed, Apr 1st - 9:00 a.m. Wed, Apr 8th - 9:00 a.m.

Tues, Mar 10th - 9:00 a.m. Tues, Mar 17th - 9:00 a.m. Tues, Mar 24th - 9:00 a.m. Tues, Mar 31st - 9:00 a.m. Tues, Apr 7th - 9:00 a.m.

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Cattle Sales

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Sat, Mar 7th - 1 p.m.

Gomack Red Angus Tues, Mar 10th - 1 p.m.

North Country Ranchland Bull Sale Tues, Mar 24th - 1 p.m.

North Point Bull Sale Sat, Mar 28th - 1 p.m.

Kala Ranch Bull Sale Tues, Mar 31st- 1 p.m.

Thurs, Mar 19th - 1:30 p.m.

Mountain Side Angus Bull Sale Thurs, Mar 26th - 1:00 p.m.

Horse Sale

Sat, Mar 21 Tack @ 9:30 a.m. Horses at 12 Noon

Sat, Mar 14th – 11:00 a.m.

Bison Sale

Sat, Mar 14th – 12 Noon

Western Prime Shorthorn Bull & Female Sale

Limousin Influence Bull Sale

Sheep, Goat And Hog Sales

Call Craig at 403.783.1453 To book your bull, cow, calf sale today

Sat, Apr 4th – 12 Noon 3-In-1 Bull & Cow Sale Sat, Apr 11th – 11:00 a.m. Tues, Mar 17th - 11:00 a.m. Tues, Apr 21st – 9:00 a.m.

Wed, Mar 18th

Rimbey

Lazy S Limousin & Charolais Bull Sale Sat, Mar 28th – 6 p.m. Longhorn Sale Tues, Mar 31st - 12 Noon Replacement Heifer Sale Tues, Apr 14th- 12 Noon Horse Sale Fri, Mar 27th – 5:00 p.m. Fri, Apr 24th – 5:00 p.m.

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

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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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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CURRENT MARKET PRICING

WEEKLY LIVESTOCK MARKET REVIEW - FEBRUARY 28, 2020

CANADA / US $ Feb 28/20 $74.84 Feb 21/20 $75.45 Mar 1/19 $75.94 BANK RATE Feb 25/20 2.00 Feb 18/20 2.00 Feb 26/19 2.00 CATTLE SLAUGHTER WEEKEND Feb 22/20 (prel) Feb 15/20 (prel) Feb 23/19 CANADA 49,575 58,967 50,881 EAST 11,233 12,780 12,246 WEST 38,342 46,187 38,635 WEEKEND Feb 29/20 (est) Feb 22/20 (est) Mar 02/19 US 627,000 628,000 608,700 CANADIAN CATTLE GRADES WEEKEND Feb 22/20 Feb 15/20 Feb 23/19 A 37,292 44,233 31,756 B 378 533 694 D 8,080 9,932 8,127 E 152 243 120 A GRADE MARBLING (%) WEEKEND Feb 22/20 Feb 15/20 Feb 23/19 AAA 69.0% 66.2% 64.3% AA 29.6% 31.8% 34.3% A 1.4% 2.0% 1.4% CANADIAN CATTLE CLASSES WEEKEND Feb 22/20 (prel) Feb 15/20 (prel) Feb 23/19 STEERS 26,581 31,250 25,050 HEIFERS 12,989 15,313 14,992 COWS 9,839 12,145 10,721 BULLS 166 259 118 CALVES 3,112 3,274 3,690 CATTLE FUTURES - US 4/CWT - CLOSE Feb 28, 2020 MONTH LIVE CHANGE MONTH FEEDER CHANGE FEB 112.70 - 7.02 MAR 131.28 - 8.92 APR 107.58 - 10.67 APR 132.70 - 9.40 JUN 101.20 - 9.08 MAY 133.53 - 9.32 AUG 102.28 - 7.13 AUG 141.55 - 8.13 OCT 107.53 - 5.75 SEPT 143.53 - 7.47 DEC 112.28 - 5.25 OCT 144.82 - 6.98 WEEKEND Feb 28/20 Feb 21/20 Mar 01/19 US FSP-US$/CWT 138.03 142.08 139.23 CATTLE INDICATORS (by prod values) WEEKEND Feb 21/20 Feb 14/20 Feb 22/19 US - US $/CWT 9.07 9.07 9.06 CURRENTNESS Feb 22/20 Feb 15/20 Feb 23/19 WEST - A1% 12.0% 11.9% 20.3% CAN - A1% 10.7% 10.4% 17.8% FD:STR RATIO Feb 21/20 Feb 14/20 Feb 22/19 ALTA BARLEY n/a 29.4 26.2 Feb 22/20 Feb 15/20 Feb 23/19 US CORN 31.4 31.1 34.6 AVG CARCASS WT Feb 22/20 Feb 15/20 Feb 23/19 WEST STR - LBS 888.0 896.0 901.0 CAN STR - LBS 909.0 913.0 920.0 US CATTLE - LBS 828.0 827.0 822.0 Alberta Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry - February 28, 2020 https://open.alberta.ca/publications/3479685

Week of Feb 24, 2020

SLAUGHTER BULLS NCLE Viking Innisfail Olds BC Livestock STEERS 500 - 599 NCLE Viking Innisfail Olds BC Livestock (Avg) STEERS 600 - 699 NCLE Viking Innisfail Olds BC Livestock (Avg) STEERS 700 - 799 NCLE Viking Innisfail Olds BC Livestock (Avg) STEERS 800 - 899 NCLE Viking Innisfail Olds BC Livestock (Avg) HEIFERS 500 - 599 NCLE Viking Innisfail Olds BC Livestock (Avg) HEIFERS 600 - 699 NCLE Viking Innisfail Olds BC Livestock (Avg) HEIFERS 700 - 799 NCLE Viking Innisfail Olds BC Livestock (Avg) HEIFERS 800 - 899 NCLE Viking Innisfail Olds BC Livestock (Avg)

LOW $80.00 $95.00 $85.00 n/a $96.00 LOW $200.00 $218.00 $200.00 $190.00 LOW $200.00 $187.00 $180.00 $190.00 LOW $180.00 $180.00 $170.00 $180.00 LOW $165.00 $170.00 $165.00 $170.00 LOW $180.00 $182.00 $160.00 $170.00 LOW $165.00 n/a $155.00 $160.00 LOW $150.00 $162.00 $155.00 $150.00 LOW $140.00 $140.00 $150.00 $150.00

HIGH $110.00 $119.00 $116.00 n/a $111.00 HIGH $256.00 $242.00 $247.00 $246.00

$212.67

$208.58

$191.69

$178.00

$190.00

$188.05

$164.50

$157.00

THORSBY STOCKYARDS OFFICE (780) 789-3915 SALE DATE

February 24, 2020

February 17, 2020

ON OFFER

1,501 Head

1,001 Head

FEEDER STEERS BID

LOW

HIGH

LOW

HIGH

300 - 399

$210.00

$280.00

$230.00

$275.00

HIGH $228.00 $229.00 $237.00 $218.00

400 - 499

$210.25

$264.00

$210.00

$264.00

500 - 599

$190.50

$251.00

$200.00

$242.00

600 - 699

$175.00

$227.50

$185.00

$227.25

700 - 799

$160.00

$198.50

$175.50

$204.50

HIGH $200.00 $206.00 $218.00 $197.00

800 - 899

$160.00

$181.00

$165.25

$189.00

900 - 999

$150.00

$172.00

$155.00

$176.25

1,000 +

n/a

HIGH $182.00 $187.00 $188.00 $183.00

BID

LOW

HIGH

LOW

HIGH

300 - 399

$200.00

$260.00

$190.25

$220.50

400 - 499

$190.00

$237.00

$185.00

$218.50

500 - 599

$170.00

$215.25

$180.00

$211.00

600 - 699

$160.00

$200.50

$160.00

$211.00

700 - 799

$150.00

$178.00

$155.25

$178.50

800 - 899

$130.50

$171.25

$150.00

$168.50

900 - 999

n/a

1,000 +

n/a

$145.25

$162.25

HIGH $210.00 $206.00 $220.00 $204.00 HIGH $192.00 n/a $204.00 $191.00

FEEDER HEIFERS

SLAUGHTER CATTLE D1 - D2 COWS $93.00

D1 - D2 COWS

HIGH $180.00 $186.00 $196.00 $179.00

$78.00

$77.00

SLAUGHTER BULLS

HIGH $165.00 $173.00 $175.00 $164.00

$80.00

D4 COWS $65.00

$78.00 $116.00

$92.00

D4 COWS $65.00

$77.00 $114.00

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Minister Bibeau meets with US agricultural leaders The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, is in Washington, D.C. today to reaffirm Canada’s commitment to collaborating with the U.S. and other partners within the Western Hemisphere Agricultural Group, also known as Ag5. Together, this alliance representing almost a quarter of global exports is working to develop solutions to regulatory challenges. Facilitating trade through science-based rules will help farmers feed a growing world population, while driving industry growth and providing solutions to climate change. Minister Bibeau met with U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, Sonny Perdue, Mexico’s Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development, Victor Villalobos, and Argentina’s Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Livestock, Luis Basterra, as well as

other key leaders in agriculture, including the President of American Farm Bureau Federation, Zippy Duvall. Minister Bibeau emphasized the need for predictable rules and science-based trade, that sustainability is defined by social, environmental and economic factors, and that innovation has an essential role in feeding a growing world population. Minister Bibeau also underscored that the new NAFTA is a key priority for Canada and that the Government is committed to working with Parliamentarians and Canadian stakeholders to implement the Agreement as quickly as possible. At the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)’s 96th Annual Agricultural Outlook Forum, Minister Bibeau participated in a panel discussion with Secretary Perdue, Secretary Vil-

lalobos, and Minister Basterra. They discussed the importance of collaboration, innovation, food security, and supporting science and riskbased regulatory environments. During the panel, Minister Bibeau also stressed the importance of proactive collaboration with trading partners as part of North America’s preparedness strategy to help mitigate the risks of African swine fever should it be detected in the region. Minister Bibeau also hosted a dialogue with key U.S. stakeholders from the Washington Agricultural Roundtable, Women in International Trade, and the U.S. Food and Ag Dialogue to discuss the importance of the Canada-U.S. trading relationship.

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Thursday: 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday: 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Saturday: 10:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Cow Horse Kick Start Clinic: Bilyea Performance Horses Best Harnessing Practice: Peace Draft Horse Club Safety While Training Young Horses: Abelone Peterson Equine Assisted Learning with Equine Connection: Brianne Hingley

COUNTY OF GRANDE PRAIRIE FARM FAMILY OF THE YEAR

THE RAY AND DUNNIGAN FAMILIES NAMED THE 2020 FARM FAMILY OF THE YEAR. 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 exemplified longevity on the land and a deep commitment to agriculture and family. The Ray and Dunnigan families of the Halcourt Land and Cattle Company are being honoured as the 2020 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 52nd year of the award. The family has been in the Halcourt area since 1911, starting with Gary’s grandparents, Scotty and Helen Ray and continuing with Gary’s parents, Eldon and Thelma Ray. Today, Gary and Daphne Ray, their son Josh, and his wife, Catherine, along with their three children, son-in-law Don and daughter, Chelsea Dunnigan, and their three children, work together to make their family farming operation a success. Currently farming 3,500 acres of mixed grain and husbanding a thriving

cattle operation, the family keeps busy year round. They also own and operate All Peace Realty, Artesian Insurance Beaverlodge and the Riverbend Golf and Country Club. During the summer, the family takes time to camp on the shores of the Redwillow River and the winter months always include coaching hockey, as well as volunteer work for the minor hockey association and daycare. All of the kids participate in activities including hockey, baseball, volleyball, swimming, and dance. They fundraise extensively to support their involvement in sports. The entire family enjoys the time spent at games. “We’re thrilled with this honour,” said Josh Ray. “It’s important to be able to carry on a long-standing family tradition and raise our children to be proud of this heritage. We love our farm life and being part of the local community. The County is hosting a banquet at the Foster’s Peace Country Classic Agri-Show at Evergreen Park on March 13, 2020 to recognize the Ray and Dunnigan families and previous Farm Family recipients.

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THE HORIZON ANGUS Fri, Feb 7

Northway Cattle Co.

Annual Bull & Female Sale

Hawker Pavilion, Fairview

2:00 p.m.

Fri, Mar 6

GRA-TAN Farm

Chittick Family Bull Sale

Mayerthorpe Diamond Centre

1:00 p.m.

Sat, Mar 7

Ollenberger Stock Farms

Annual Bull Sale

At the Farm, Cecil lake, BC

1:00 p.m.

Tues, Mar 10

Crestland Farms Ltd.

Annual Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Tues, Mar 10

Gomack Red Angus

Annual Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Thurs, Mar 12

Excel Ranches

Excellence Bull Sale

at the Ranch, Westlock, AB

2:00 p.m.

Sat, Mar 14

Brandl Cattle Co.

Brandl Cattle Co. Angus Bull Sale

at the Ranch, Jarvie, AB

3:00 p.m.

Tues, Mar 17

Cinder Angus

On Target Bull & Female Sale

Ag Barn, Barrhead, AB

1:00 p.m.

Tues, Mar 17

DWAJO Angus

On Target Bull & Female Sale

Ag Barn, Barrhead, AB

1:00 p.m.

Wed, Mar 18

J Lazy A Ranch

Super Wednesday Bull Sale

J Lazy A Ranch, Emerson Trail

2:00 p.m.

Fri, Mar 20

Harvest Angus

Annual Bull Sale

at the Ranch, Prince George, BC

1:00 p.m.

Thurs, Mar 26

Mountain Side Angus

Annual Bull Sale

VJV, Beaverlodge, AB

1:00 p.m.

Sat, Mar 28

North Point Angus

Annual Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Tues, Mar 31

Kala Ranch

Annual Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Sat, May 2

Schulz Angus

1st Annual Bull Sale

Rycroft Ag Centre, Rycroft, AB

1:00 p.m.

Aspen Hill Red Angus

off the Ranch by Private Treaty

Woking, AB

Classic Livestock

off the Ranch by Private Treaty

High Prairie, AB

Heart Valley Angus

off the Ranch by Private Treaty

Wanham, AB

Horizon Red Angus

off the Ranch by Private Treaty

La Crete, AB

KJOS Angus

off the Ranch by Private Treaty

Fort St. John, BC

Rafter SJ Angus

off the Ranch by Private Treaty

Montney, BC

Silent K Stock Farms

off the Ranch by Private Treaty

Tomslake, BC

Silver Willow Ranch

off the Ranch by Private Treaty

Sexsmith, AB

Smoky River Red Angus

off the Ranch by Private Treaty

Sexsmith, AB

Sun, Feb 23

Pro-Char Charolais

Pro-Char Charolais Bull Sale

Pro-Char Charolais, Glenevis

1:30 p.m.

Tues, Mar 3

Briar Ridge Stock Farm

First Annual Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek

1:00 p.m.

Sat, Mar 7

Wrangler Farms

Wrangler Made Annual Bull Sale

at the Ranch, Westlock, AB

1:30 p.m.

Fri, Mar 13

JayDawn Farms

Northern Classic Bull Sale

Evergreen Park, GP, AB

1:00 p.m.

Tues, Mar 17

Eight Way Charolais

Annual Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Thurs, Mar 19

Lazy S Charolais

Lazy S Charolais Annual Bull Sale

VJV, Beaverlodge

1:30 p.m.

Sat, Mar 21

Spruce View Charolais

Northern Impact Charolais Bull Sale

NCLE, Clyde, AB

1:00 p.m.

Sat, Mar 21

Valanjou Charolais

Northern Impact Charolais Bull Sale

NCLE, Clyde, AB

1:00 p.m.

Milne’s Gelbvieh

Better Beef Bull Sale

at the Ranch, Fairview, AB

1:00 p.m.

Thurs, Feb 20

Jonomn Hereford Ranch

Bull & Female Sale

NCLE, Clyde, AB

1:00 p.m.

Tues, Mar 3

Briar Ridge Stock Farm

First Annual Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek

1:00 p.m.

Fri, Mar 6

Chittick Farms

Chittick Family Bull Sale

Mayerthorpe Diamond Centre

1:00 p.m.

Goldstock Hereford Farms

off the Ranch by Private Treaty

Beaverlodge, AB

Reber’s Polled Herefords

off the Ranch by Private Treaty

Woking, AB

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THE HORIZON LIMOUSIN Sat, Mar 7

Hillview Farms Limousin

Annual Bull & Female Sale

at the Ranch, Morinville, AB

2:00 p.m.

Thurs, Mar 12

Excel Ranches

Excellence Bull Sale

at the Ranch, Westlock, AB

2:00 p.m.

Fri, Apr 3

Pinnacle View Limousin

Continental Connection Bull Sale

at the Ranch, Quesnel, BC

2:00 p.m.

Sat, Apr 4

Blueberry Valley Farms

Peace Country Limousin Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Sat, Apr 4

Dry Creek Ranch

Peace Country Limousin Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Sat, Apr 4

Lakeroad Limousin

Peace Country Limousin Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Sat, Apr 4

Nor-Alta Limousin

Peace Country Limousin Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Shadow Creek Red Polls

off the Ranch by Private Treaty

Fort St. John, BC

Mon, Feb 24

Triangle Stock Farm

9th Annual Bull & Female Sale

on the Ranch, Parkland County

1:00 p.m.

Sat, Feb 29

Albrecht Farms

Transcon’s PC Simmental Bull Sale

VJV, Beaverlodge

1:00 p.m.

Sat, Feb 29

Grimm Ranches

Transcon’s PC Simmental Bull Sale

VJV, Beaverlodge

1:00 p.m.

Sat, Feb 29

KMR Simmentals

Transcon’s PC Simmental Bull sale

VJV, Beaverlodge

1:00 p.m.

Sat, Feb 29

O Double E Simmentals

Transcon’s PC Simmental Bull Sale

VJV, Beaverlodge

1:00 p.m.

Sat, Feb 29

Tri K Cattle

Transcon’s PC Simmental Bull Sale

VJV, Beaverlodge

1:00 p.m.

Sat, Feb 29

Willowdale Simmentals

Transcon’s PC Simmental Bull Sale

VJV, Beaverlodge

1:00 p.m.

Mon, Mar 2

KSL Simmentals

KSL Simmentals Bull & Female Sale

at the Ranch, Beaverlodge, AB

2:00 p.m.

Tues, Mar 3

Briar Ridge Stock Farm

First Annual Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek

1:00 p.m.

Fri, Mar 6

GRA-TAN Farm

Chittick Family Bull Sale

Mayerthorpe Diamond Centre

1:00 p.m.

Fri, Mar 6

KIN-KIN Cattle Co.

Chittick Family Bull Sale

Mayerthorpe Diamond Centre

1:00 p.m.

Fri, Mar 6

Rachido Ranch

Chittick Family Bull Sale

Mayerthorpe Diamond Centre

1:00 p.m.

Sat, Mar 7

Fallen Timber Farms

Spring Select Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Fri, Mar 13

JayDawn Farms

Northern Classic Bull Sale

Evergreen Park, GP, AB

1:00 p.m.

Fri, Mar 13

Willow Creek Simmentals

Northern Classic Bull Sale

Evergreen Park, GP, AB

1:00 p.m.

Tues, Mar 17

SIBL Simmentals

On Target Bull & Female Sale

Ag Barn, Barrhead, AB

1:00 p.m.

Tues, Mar 24

Halfway River Simmentals

North Country Ranchland Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Tues, Mar 24

Rosefield Simmentals

North Country Ranchland Bull Sale

VJV, Dawson Creek, BC

1:00 p.m.

Fri, Apr 3

KRS Simmentals

Continental Connection Bull Sale

P/View Limousin, Quesnel, BC

2:00 p.m.

Moonlite Farm

off the Ranch by Private Treaty

Fairview, AB

Peace Country Simmentals

off the Ranch by Private Treaty

Cecil lake, BC

Desert Acres Speckle Park

off the Ranch by Private Treaty

Fort St. John, BC

Gunn Lake Speckle Park

off the Ranch by Private Treaty

Beaverlodge, BC

Rimrock Ranch

off the Ranch by Private Treaty

Dawson Creek, BC

RED POLLS

SIMMENTAL

BULL SALE ANYONE?

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Jake Gardner finishes fourth at PBR Global Cup USA Jake Gardner was in Arlington, Texas last weekend for the 2020 PBR Global Cup USA as a member of Team Canada. After a strong start on day one of the competition, Canada struggled on day two, coming in second place.

Canada scored on just three of their 16 rides, with Gardner one of the few who stayed on their bull for the full eight seconds. His score of 87 points was the second-highest mark by a Canadian rider, behind Zane Lambert’s 87.75 point ride.

Team Canada earned $67,900. The American team scored on six of their 16 rides to win the competition and earn $362,022.22 in prize money.

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Canadian owned bull wins at Denver show with celebrates the second highest attendance in stock show history The 114th National Western Stock Show (NWSS) celebrated sixteen days with 707,922 guests, making it the second highest attended show in Stock Show history. The grand champion attendance record of 726,972 guests was set in 2006 during the 100th Anniversary. “Thank you to every single stock show fan, exhibitor, family member, contestant and volunteer who joined in the celebration this year,” said Paul Andrews, NWSS President and CEO. “Each person plays an important role, helping us keep the Western tradition alive right here in the heart of Denver.” In addition to strong attendance, the three major funding events for the National Western Scholarship Trust also had a successful year. The Auction of Junior Livestock Champions hit an alltime high of $1,066,000 in sales. The Citizens of the West dinner, honoring Marcy and Bruce Ben-

son, once again sold out, and the Coors Western Art Exhibit & Sale tallied nearly $850,000 in sales. “These three events fund 100 scholarships that range anywhere from $2,500 to $15,000 per student,” Andrews said. “We are incredibly grateful to all the supporters who contribute to these events, as they are directly funding the future of agriculture by helping students who are studying in the fields of agriculture and rural medicine.” Andrews also contributes the success of Stock Show to the dedication and hard work of more than 800 volunteers; the support of the City of Denver; the WSSA Board of Directors; sponsor partners; the livestock, horse and rodeo committees; and again, to the amazing fans who come out every year to celebrate the “Best 16 Days in January.” The 115th National Western Stock Show is January 9-24, 2021.

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LIMOUSIN & SIMMENTAL

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On the farm at Pinnacle View Limousin in Quesnel, BC! VIEWING AND BIDDING WILL BE AVAILABLE ONLINE WITH VJV

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APRIL 4 2020

VJV AUCTION MART DAWSON CREEK, BC SATURDAY 1:00 PM (PST)

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PRIVATE TREATY BULL SALES RED AND BLACK ANGUS

ASPEN HILL & HEART VALLEY ANGUS AT BIRCH

On Offer Angus Bulls 29 Black Angus Yearling Bulls 2 Red Angus Yearling Bulls

HILLS COLONY RANCH WANHAM, ALBERTA

3 Black Angus Two Yr Old Bulls 2 Half Blood Simmental Bulls

HARVEST ANGUS

Tom & Carolyn Dewaal 15380 Blackwater Rd Mailing Address: 4174 Cowart Rd P: 250-562-5200 • C: 250-960-0022 tom@harvestangus.com

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March 24, 2020 1:00 p.m. BC TIME

WORKING GENETICS FOR THE WORKING RANCH

VJV AUCTION DAWSON CREEK, BC

CONTACT THE CONSIGNORS TO REQUEST A CATALOGUE

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Rosefield Simmentals Selling bulls and heifers

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Beef-on-a-Bun at Noon â&#x20AC;¢ Internet Bidding Available Farm Visits Welcome

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

Roy & Erika Schweitzer schweitzerre@gpnet.ca

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

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Dawson Creek Veterinary Clinic Committed to friendly, quality care Striving to deliver the highest quality service and products to result in optimum herd health, success and profitability www.dcvet.ca

More bull action at Vold, Jones & Vold Beaverlodge.

for our clients

Small Animal: 250-782-5616 Large Animal: 250-782-1080 238-116th Avenue, Dawson Creek, BC, V1G 3C8 Across from the Fair Grounds

NORTH POINT ANGUS ANNUAL BULL SALE 1:00 P.M. (BC Time) • SAT, MAR 28, 2020 Vold Jones & Vold, DAWSON CREEK, BC Red and Black Angus Yearling Bulls And a Select Group of Held Over 2-Year-Olds

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

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

Mark & Ginger Zahacy Box 2139, High Prairie, AB

Email: zahacy@telus.net Web: northpointangus.ca

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

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

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kãla ranch bull sale

QUALITY OVER QUANTITY

FEATURING PUREBRED REGISTERED LO NG YEARLING BLACK ANGUS BULLS FO R SALE INFO GEZA SZUCS 780.515.0616 PETER RAFFAN 2 50.260.0758

1:00 PM

TUESDAY

APR 14

CASH OUT @ 18 months

Bulls For Sale on the Farm from Herd Bulls and A1 Sires

VJV LIVESTOCK MARKETING GROUP Dawson Creek, BC | 250.782.3766 Like Us on R0011797496

JJack & Shannon Trask sjtrask@pris.ca Cell (250) 263-4904 Box 127, Montney, BC, V0C 1Y0 B

NORTHERN IMPACT VII CHAROLAIS BULL SALE OVER 80 YEARS OF COMBINED CHAROLAIS BREEDING

Offering 24 YEARLINGS AND 35 TWO-YEAR-OLDS 1:30 P.M. SATURDAY, MARCH 21 NCLE, CLYDE, AB SPRUCE VIEW CHAROLAIS Lorne & Effie Lakusta spruceviewcharolais@gmail.com (780) 719-0264 | Sale Day (780) 348-5893

Phillipe & Rae Lusson VALANJOU CHAROLAIS edmvalanjou@gmail.com (780) 206-5440 56057

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SELLING 25 YEARLING RED AND BLACK ANGUS BULLS

HE SELLS

RED RAINBOW REPUBLIC 21G Stout, calving ease prospect sired by the popular Seneca Impeccable data: BW: 69 BR: 87 WW: 795 WR: 116 Top 10% BW, WW, YW & CE | Top 8% MK | Top 3% TM

RED RAINBOW TNF COMMOTION 6G $35,000 Sask Century Sweepstakes Champion Bull Purchased by EKW Red Angus

SELLING 40 COMING TWO YEAR OLDS JUST LIKE THESE

RED TOWAW JIVE 468E High selling bull in the 2019 sale purchased by Thistle Ridge Ranch

RED TOWAW SCEPTOR 517E Purchased by Matt Taylor in the 2019 sale

BID ONLINE WITH

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SUPER WEDNESDAY

Bull S

ON SITE • J LAZY A RANCH • RR

65 Yearling and 10 Two-Yea Reds, Blacks &

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

Also on Offer: A N Commercial H

JAC 10G BW 91 WW 682 YW 1180

JAC 47G BW 83 WW 547 YW 1015

JAC 148G BW 98 WW 688 YW 1139

JAC 176G BW 83 WW 637 YW 1096

J Lazy A Ranch

Jarin & Amber Carter 780.518.9652 jarincarter@gmail.com

1 Five-Ye Sorrel R Geld

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Sale

2:00 P.M. MARCH 18, 2020

80 EMERSON TRAIL (HWY 672)

ar-Old Angus Bulls on Offer & Crossbreds

Join us after the sale for Angus steak & hospitality

Number of Select Heifer Calves

ear-Old Ranch ding

JAC 40G BW 71 WW 636 YW 1148

JAC 78G BW 99 WW 639 YW 1160

JAC 112G BW 78 WW 719 YW 1211

JAC 158G BW 76 WW 690 YW 1176

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ETIC

Reference Sire Anchor 1 Thor

S TH

AT W O

Reference Sire Wraz Crusader

RED & BLACK ANGUS BULLS FOR SALE OFF THE FARM Yearlings & 2- Year Olds

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

So many great deals!

EHF 46E BRITISHER LAD ET 6B DOMINO STANDARD DP LAD 45 DP BRITISHER AGA 46E BRITISHER WETMORE LADY AGA 5A STANDRD LAD 656 4ET VERBEEK 656 RUSH ET 79J WINDY-HILL 70S PRINCESS 735W

(owned with Verbeek Herefords) - Pictured in the fall after breeding 30+ cows as a 3 year old.

A great set of coming 2 year old bulls by 6B. For sale by private treaty.

TOM BASNETT Ph/Fax: 780-685-2102 • Box 41 Eureka River, AB T0H 1K0 • Cell: 780-834-8170 • tjbasnett@gmail.com From the corner of Hwy 64 and #730, go 11 km N. on #730, 1.6 km W. and 4 km N. on Range Rd. 54 59238

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Yearling & 2-yr Old Simmental Bulls

Norbert & Janice Luken • 780.835.3165 Fairview, Alberta • Email: njluken6@gmail.com

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, 2020

Cur�s Boese (780) 876-4526

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For Sale by Private Treaty on the Farm

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Congrats to all 2020 Peace Country Beef Congress winners! Pen of 3 Purebred Heifers Grand – Jason Harvey / Rimrock Ranch Reserve – Kent Malcomson / KMR Simmentals Single Open Heifer Grand – Colby Klassen / Willow Creek Simmentals Reserve – Faith Collins / Rio Grand Angus Single Open Steer Grand – Austin Paley Reserve – William Harvey / Rimrock Ranch Pen of Jr. Commercial Heifers Grand – Nicole Sorensen / Sorensen Cattle Co. Reserve – Nicole Sorensen / Sorensen Cattle Co.

Pen of Sr. Commercial Heifers Grand – Matt Hedges / Dead Horse Creek Cattle Company Ltd. Reserve – Katherine Ross / Sasquatch Valley Simmentals Overall Commercial Heifer and Winner of one year’s lease of a trailer Matt Hedges / Dead Horse Creek Cattle Company Ltd. Pen of 3 Purebred Bulls Grand – Colby Klassen / Willow Creek Simmentals Reserve – Jack & Shannon Trask / Rafter SJ Angus

Cattlemen’s Choice Grand – Scott Cuthbertson / Cuthbertson Cattle Co. Reserve – Colby Klassen / Willow Creek Simmentals 4-H/Youth Steer Grand – William Harvey / Rimrock Ranch Reserve – Austin Paley 4-H/Youth Heifer Grand – Faith Collins / Rio Grand Angus Reserve – Emma Balisky / Balisky Farms Photos by NickyRaePhotography.ca

Mountain Side Angus’s Annual

Bull Sale

10 registered semen tested, vet inspected black angus bulls. 6 registered heifers will also be for sale.

SIRES OF OUR BULLS:

Selling Yearling

HR HAHN TOUR OF DUTY 59E

and Two-Year-Old 2020 T H U R S D A Y M A R C H 26

1:00PM VJV BEAVERLODGE

Visit our website at

THANK YOU to all our past bidders, buyers and supporters!

REBER’S POLLED HEREFORDS

www.mountainsideangus.com or call 780-354-2726 (home) or 780-831-8497 (John’s cell)

off the Farm By Private Treaty

56161

R.R. 1, WOKING, AB T0H 3V0 • 780-518-2643 Directions from Woking: 3 miles (4.8km) West, then 1 mile (1.6km) North, Then 1-1/2 miles (2.4km) West, then 1/2 mile (.8km) South to ranch

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Polled Hereford Bulls

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Outdoor sales action!

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

Red Poll Cattle Shadow Creek Farms * Canada’s #1 Red Poll Breeder for the 3rd year Yearling and Two year old Registered Bulls * Semen Tested, Guaranteed Breeders Registered yearling heifers & bred two year old heifers * Reasonable priced, on farm sales, Fort St John, B.C. 2020 Sale Catalogue available on line or will mail * Maternal & docile with light birth weights Breeding Red Poll cattle since 1983 info@redpollbeef.ca • Phone 250-827-3293

www.shadowcreek.farm

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A tremendous crowd of Peace Country cattle producers made their way through the wind and snow to the VJV facility in Beaverlodge on Saturday, February 29th to take in the 2020 edition of Transcon’s Peace Country Simmental Bull Sale

BULL SALE

March 17, 2020 at 1:00 PM at VJV Dawson Creek

Eight Way Charolais 250.329.4816 • 250.261.0876 • 250.785.6362

SILVER WILLOW RANCH

Oﬀering Registered 2-Year-Old And Yearling Black Angus Bulls For Sale oﬀ the Farm Bred for Calving Ease and Performance

Bulls Semen Checked • All Bulls Carry Purebred Reg. Papers • All Bulls Guaranteed Breeders • All Bulls Vaccinated For Foot Rot • White & Red Factor Bulls

For more informa�on, contact Kevin & Barbara Quist • RR 2, Sexsmith, AB (cell) 780-876-4649 • (h) 780-568-3510 • kbqrr2@hotmail.com

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Sons of: BAR-E-L GUINESS 75E DWAJO ELI 16C HL RENOVATOR 111C SW PINEBANK 24D WIWA DENSITY 37B

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How a land sale forced me to re-evaluate my commitment I’m pretty sure we’ve all experienced a period in our relationship where it seems like every conversation you have with your spouse has a specific theme; money. Financial conversations seem to happen even more acutely in a Farm situation. When I met my husband, I was sixteen and I had a different plan in mind for the path I was going to take. Inevitably, my plans changed after I met a handsome, hard-working, third generation farmer who had no intention whatsoever of leaving. I came to adore the lifestyle, but it has always been full of challenges, including but not limited to; financial stress. On a rough year like this one, times get even more tight. A recent land sale forced me to re-evaluate my priorities and my commitment to the farm. For weeks our Farm strategized and calculated and worried. I understood why there was anxiety and I knew what was at stake, but it wasn’t until we were driving to the auction that I started to really feel it. Firstly, have you ever been to an auction sale of any type? It is a fast paced, almost aggres-

sive atmosphere, there are tons of people, fast talking, occasional shouting and the smell of burgers wafting around through it all. It’s a busy place. Have you ever been to an auction sale where you will be bidding? Emotions are amplified. Your brain is overloaded with sights and smells and sounds and you are left to try and sort through it all to focus on your strategy. Adrenaline is pumping and your heart is on the line. Before the auction began, the butterflies in my stomach were literally making me queasy. Then it started. My palms got cold and clammy. My leg started to bounce vigorously up and down, I chewed my nails, I pulled my hair as I attempted to follow the action. It wasn’t until the sale was over that I felt like I could breathe again. It proved to me, in a way I wasn’t expecting, just how much I want the life I have. How much I desire to sustain that for my children and for their children. We walked away elated, knowing our farm had just fought hard for what we stand for, what we believe in and for the future generations. That being said, I hope there isn’t another land sale for a while!

BULL SALE

SATURDAY MAY 2 RYCROFT AG. CENTRE - RYCROFT, ALBERTA JOIN US FOR LUNCH @ 11:30 SALE STARTS @ 1

BULLS MAY BE BROUGHT BACK TO THE FARM UNTIL JULY AT NO CHARGE $100 OFF BULLS PICKED UP SALE DAY VOLUME BUYERS DISCOUNT DELIVERY AVAILABLE TO RECEIVE A CATALOGUE CALL/TEXT 780-864-6506 OR EMAIL COURTNEYGSCHULZ@OUTLOOK.COM BOX 43 SITE 2 RR1 | SPIRIT RIVER, ALBERTA | T0H 3G0

780-351-2608 | 780-864-6448

WWW.SCHULZANGUS.COM

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2020 PBR CANADA NATIONAL STANDINGS

Registered Black Angus yearling & 2 year-old bulls for sale off the farm, with genetics focusing on adding efficiency and maternal instinct to your herd, without compromising performance.

Featuring yearlings available by Musgrave Stunner 316 and Dunlouise Cortachy Boy D137

ISN’T IT TIME YOUR COW HERD STARTED WORKING FOR YOU? DELANO & MEGAN KJOS 403-827-1819 * 403-804-1107

• Bred for Handling Ease • Quiet Disposition • Proven Feed Efficiency • Ability To Grade Well

GOLDSTOCK HEREFORD FARMS Steve: 780.354.3190 • Ashley: 780.933.7734

KJOS BERETTA 70G

by Musgrave Stunner with his dam @ 4 mos

Located 10 miles South of Beaverlodge on RD #722 to Halcourt Corner, Then 9 miles West on TWP #710 and 1 mile South on RD #123

56183

LOCATED IN TOMSLAKE, BC 1 HOUR WEST OF GRANDE PRAIRIE

Bulls For Sale On The Farm By Private Treaty

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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. ----------------------------------

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.

(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.

(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

MILK

MWW

SCROTAL

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC 46

GGT P BLK HEAVY HITTER

-3.0

0.0

MAC CENTURION 240X

-2.4

-0.1

NJF TOP LEVEL 41T

-1.9

0.2

GGT P CHALLENGER 156J

-1.7

0.8

GGT P HEAVY DUTY 100J

-1.6

0.3

(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.

GGT P BROKER 137K

-1.5

1.0

GGT P APACHE 155U

-1.3

0.5

GGT P GENESIS 232M

-1.2

0.0

OPP BLACK RULER 329C

-1.1

0.6

TOP PLD BLK SAMBO 110S

-0.6

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.

(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 (CW) Carcass Weight EPD: expressed in lbs, is an indicator of growth from birth to weaning this EPD predicts differences in the average (205 days of age). The calf's growth during this hot carcass weight in progeny. This EPD is period is influenced by its own ability to grow calculated using birth weight, weaning weight plus its mother's maternal abilities. The higher and yearling weight EPDs as well as any carcass the EPD, the heavier, on average, the calves of a sire will be at weaning. 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.

Name

(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.

(ACC) Accuracy: the reliability that can be placed on the EPD. An accuracy of close to 1.0 indicates higher reliability. Accuracy is (STAY) Stayability EPD: the percent impacted by the number of progeny and probability of daughters staying in production to at least 6 years of age. Stayability EPDs ancestral records included in the analysis. for bulls are the prediction of the genetic (BW) Birth Weight EPD: expressed in pounds, differences between their daughters probability is a predictor of a sire's ability to transmit birth of staying in production in a herd to at least the weight to his progeny compared to that of age of 6 years. Given the primary emphasis on pregnancy in most herds, stayability is a other sires. measure of sustained fertility. The higher the (CED) Calving Ease Direct EPD: the average EPD the more likely a sire's daughter will remain difference in ease with which a sire's calves will in production in a herd past 6 years. be born when he is bred to first calf heifers. The higher the number the more probability that his calves will be born unassisted.

Trait Leaders Sires by Birth Weight

(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 56180

Trait Leaders Sires by Weaning Weight BW

Name

MILK

MWW

SCROTAL

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

SPRINGDALE SATURN 19J

5.5

121

0.5

THAT’S ZEPPLIN 134Z

4.7

0.4

MAC WAVELENGHT 159W

2.1

109

1.0

BIG SKY PIPELINE 72B

3.5

0.4

KKCC AUTHORITY 304A

2.7

116

0.7

SLS DRV PLD BOOMER 9B

0.8

0.3

AP POLLED SAFARI WY 199C

3.2

0.5

KKCC MERCURY 416P

4.1

104

0.2

MAC UNION STATION 87U

3.4

116

0.9

ECR 412B OF 361S

2.9

0.2

Trait Leaders Sires by Yearling Weight BW

Name

MILK

MWW

SCROTAL

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC 31

SPRINGDALE SATURN 19J

5.5

121

0.5

MAC UNION STATION 87U

3.4

116

0.9

KKCC AUTHORITY 304A

2.7

116

0.7

MAC WAVELENGHT 159W

2.1

109

1.0

MWC POLLED FERNANDO 40F

8.2

105

-0.2

KKCC MERCURY 416P

4.1

104

0.2

THAT’S ZEPPLIN 134Z

4.7

0.4

SPRINGDALE BAXTER 23C

2.2

0.7

BIG SKY PIPELINE 72B

3.5

0.4

SLS DRV PLD BOOMER 9B

0.8

0.3

Trait Leaders Sires by Milk Name

MILK

MWW

SCROTAL

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

EPD

ACC

MAC RICHLAND 211R

0.5

0.4

PW XANADU 1X

3.3

0.3

MAC ATOMIC FORCE 36A

0.7

0.3

ECR POLLED GOLD 909C

2.6

0.2

MAC CENTURION 240X

-2.4

-0.1

MIKADO

2.9

0.2

PRINCE

2.9

0.2

MAC NAVIGATOR 281N

4.4

-0.3

BEV MASTERPIECE 110H

5.8

1.4

STETSON

1.9

0.6

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Percentiles for Black Angus Calves Born in 2019 Desc

MILK

CED

CEM

REA

MARB

FAT

AVG

2.3

+46

+79

+21

+44

+0.72

+3.2

+6.9

+0.42

+33

+0.36

+0.014

Top Value

-7.500

98.000

165.000

42.000

79.500

2.540

20.000

18.000

1.180

86.000

1.420

-0.075

Top 5%

-0.900

65.000

114.000

28.000

58.000

1.460

11.000

12.000

0.760

55.500

0.845

-0.017

Top 10%

-0.200

61.000

108.000

27.000

55.000

1.280

9.000

11.000

0.690

50.500

0.700

-0.010

Top 15%

0.300

58.500

103.000

26.000

53.000

1.175

8.000

10.500

0.640

48.000

0.600

-0.006

Top 20%

0.700

57.000

99.000

25.000

51.500

1.085

7.000

10.000

0.600

45.500

0.540

-0.002

Top 25%

1.000

55.000

96.000

24.000

50.500

1.025

6.500

9.500

0.565

44.000

0.505

0.002

Top 30%

1.200

53.000

94.000

24.000

49.500

0.960

6.000

9.000

0.535

42.000

0.465

0.005

Top 35%

1.500

52.000

91.000

23.000

48.500

0.905

5.000

8.500

0.510

40.500

0.435

0.007

Top 40%

1.700

50.000

88.000

23.000

47.500

0.855

5.000

8.000

0.485

39.000

0.410

0.010

Top 45%

1.900

49.000

86.000

22.000

46.500

0.810

4.000

8.000

0.460

37.500

0.380

0.012

Top 50%

2.100

48.000

84.000

22.000

45.500

0.760

3.500

7.000

0.440

36.000

0.355

0.015

Top 55%

2.300

46.000

81.000

21.000

44.500

0.715

3.000

7.000

0.415

35.000

0.330

0.017

Top 60%

2.500

45.000

79.000

21.000

43.500

0.665

2.500

6.500

0.400

33.000

0.310

0.019

Top 65%

2.700

43.000

76.000

20.000

42.500

0.615

2.000

6.000

0.375

31.500

0.285

0.022

Top 70%

2.900

42.000

73.000

20.000

41.500

0.565

1.500

5.500

0.355

30.000

0.265

0.024

Top 80%

3.500

38.000

67.000

18.000

39.000

0.445

0.000

4.500

0.300

26.000

0.210

0.030

Top 90%

4.200

33.000

58.000

16.000

35.500

0.280

-2.000

3.000

0.230

21.000

0.140

0.039

Low

10.300

-4.000

-6.000

1.000

9.500

-0.580

-21.000

-15.000

-0.170

-9.000

-0.310

0.098

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Percentiles for Red Angus Calves Born in 2019 Desc

MILK

CED

CEM

REA

MARB

FAT

AVG

1.2

+34

+57

+19

+38

+55

+2.4

+5.5

+0.32

+21

+0.24

+0.005

Top Value

-9.700

75.000

130.000

40.000

67.500

2.290

20.000

17.000

1.010

59.000

0.840

-0.048

Top 5%

-2.600

51.000

86.000

28.000

50.000

1.160

10.500

11.000

0.595

39.000

0.540

-0.021

Top 10%

-1.600

48.000

80.000

26.000

47.5000

1.010

9.000

10.000

0.530

35.000

0.460

-0.015

Top 15%

-1.000

45.000

76.000

25.000

46.000

0.910

7.500

9.000

0.485

33.000

0.420

-0.011

Top 20%

-0.600

43.000

73.000

25.000

44.500

0.820

6.500

8.500

0.455

31.000

0.380

-0.008

Top 25%

-0.200

42.000

70.000

24.000

43.500

0.760

6.000

8.000

0.435

29.000

0.355

-0.006

Top 30%

0.200

40.000

68.000

24.000

42.500

0.720

5.000

7.500

0.415

28.000

0.330

-0.004

Top 35%

0.500

39.000

66.000

23.000

42.000

0.675

4.000

7.000

0.395

26.000

0.300

-0.002

Top 40%

0.800

38.000

64.000

23.000

41.000

0.645

3.500

6.500

0.375

25.000

0.275

0.000

Top 45%

1.000

36.000

62.000

22.000

40.500

0.600

3.000

6.000

0.355

24.000

0.255

0.002

Top 50%

1.300

35.000

60.000

22.000

39.500

0.560

2.500

6.000

0.340

22.500

0.240

0.004

Top 55%

1.500

34.000

58.000

21.000

38.750

0.520

2.000

5.000

0.320

21.500

0.220

0.005

Top 60%

1.800

33.000

56.000

21.000

38.000

0.480

1.000

5.000

0.300

20.000

0.200

0.007

Top 65%

2.050

32.000

54.000

20.000

37.000

0.430

0.500

4.500

0.285

19.000

0.190

0.009

Top 70%

2.300

30.000

51.000

20.000

36.500

0.395

0.000

4.000

0.265

17.500

0.175

0.011

Top 80%

2.900

27.500

46.000

19.000

34.000

0.300

-2.000

3.000

0.220

15.000

0.130

0.015

Top 90%

3.800

23.000

39.000

17.000

31.250

0.160

-4.000

1.000

0.160

11.000

0.065

0.022

Low

13.400

-10.000

-16.000

4.000

11.500

-0.620

-22.000

-14.00

-0.170

-15.000

-0.410

0.052

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2020 • Bull Sale Feature • Issue 02

Percentiles for all Charolais Calves Born in the last two years (2018-2019) Current Sires Dams

BW 0.9 0.8 1.4

WW 44.1 44.1 42.4

YW 84.8 84.4 81.1

MILK 21.5 21.1 21.2

TM 43.5 43.1 42.4

CE 5.0 5.0 4.0

CW 17.6 17.1 17.0

REA 0.44 0.44 0.42

FAT 0.57 0.55 0.33

LY 1.03 1.04 1.02

MARB 0.13 0.11 0.06

Avg Min Max SD Top 1% Top 5% Top 10% Top 15% Top 20% Top 25% Top 30% Top 35% Top 40% Top 45% Top 50%

0.9 -10.9 11.3 2.31 -5.3 -3.2 -2.1 -1.4 -0.9 -0.5 -0.1 0.2 0.5 0.8 1.0

44.1 -1.5 78.6 7.64 63.0 57.0 54.0 52.0 50.4 49.2 48.0 46.9 45.8 44.9 44.0

84.8 8.7 137.1 13.71 117.6 108.0 102.6 98.9 96.1 93.7 91.7 89.7 87.9 86.2 84.4

21.5 3.8 35.8 4.03 30.8 28.1 26.7 25.7 24.8 24.1 23.5 23.0 22.4 22.0 21.4

43.5 23.8 65.0 4.81 54.9 51.5 49.8 48.6 47.6 46.7 45.9 45.3 44.7 44.1 43.4

5.0 -14.9 20.0 4.01 14.5 11.7 10.3 9.2 8.4 7.7 7.0 6.5 5.9 5.5 5.0

17.6 -17.6 46.4 6.41 32.4 28.4 25.4 24.4 22.4 21.4 20.4 20.4 19.4 18.4 17.4

0.44 -0.29 1.14 0.132 0.80 0.66 0.60 0.56 0.54 0.52 0.50 0.48 0.47 0.45 0.43

0.57 -1.78 4.70 0.607 -0.94 -0.43 -0.15 0.00 0.10 0.18 0.28 0.36 0.41 0.49 0.56

1.03 -0.20 2.24 0.244 1.66 1.44 1.33 1.27 1.22 1.18 1.15 1.12 1.09 1.06 1.03

0.13 -2.72 2.91 0.473 1.37 0.93 0.71 0.60 0.51 0.43 0.35 0.29 0.23 0.17 0.12

Canadian Charolais Association (January 22, 2020)

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Percentiles for all active Gelbvieh sires as of January 22, 2020 Growth and Maternal

Intake and Carcass

Index Values

CED

MILK

CEM

PG30

STAY

DMI

CREA

MARB

CFAT

ADG

RFI

$Cow

FPI

EPI

Number

540

539

540

167

540

167

540

167

High

7.0

151

0.391

0.30

1.22

0.93

0.07

0.157

0.144

166.55

100.02

167.80

Avg

0.5

0.003

-0.25

0.55

0.23

-0.05

-0.041

-0.003

94.83

68.40

59.65

Low

-8.9

-1

-9

-10

-6

-0.212

-0.72

-14

-0.20

-0.24

-0.19

-0.151

-0.148

15.82

48.12

-29.95

Top 1%

-5.1

139

-0.115

-0.53

1.06

0.65

-0.13

0.122

-0.132

150.16

86.37

163.68

Top 2%

-4.2

126

-0.100

-0.47

0.98

0.56

-0.10

0.093

-0.098

148.77

84.38

156.96

Top 3%

-3.8

123

-0.097

-0.43

0.90

0.53

-0.09

0.075

-0.092

142.14

83.58

152.94

Top 4%

-3.1

119

-0.079

-0.41

0.88

0.46

-0.08

0.043

-0.078

138.90

81.92

147.19

Top 5%

-2.9

117

-0.075

-0.40

0.86

0.45

-0.08

0.036

-0.077

135.92

81.03

144.70

Top 10%

-2.0

108

-0.050

-0.37

0.80

0.40

-0.07

0.014

-0.055

127.66

76.94

120.63

Top 15%

-1.4

101

-0.036

-0.34

0.75

0.35

-0.07

0.008

-0.043

121.85

74.69

101.10

Top 20%

-1.0

-0.027

-0.32

0.70

0.33

-0.06

0.001

-0.032

117.63

73.11

88.86

Top 25%

-0.8

-0.020

-0.31

0.66

0.30

-0.06

-0.012

-0.015

111.86

71.84

84.63

Top 30%

-0.5

-0.013

-0.30

0.64

0.29

-0.06

-0.018

-0.012

105.95

70.85

77.59

Top 35%

-0.2

-0.010

-0.28

0.62

0.27

-0.05

-0.024

-0.007

103.14

70.10

69.84

Top 40%

0.0

-0.007

-0.27

0.60

0.26

-0.05

-0.032

-0.004

99.38

69.41

65.64

Top 45%

0.2

-0.004

-0.26

0.57

0.24

-0.05

-0.038

-0.002

96.97

68.66

61.65

Top 50%

0.5

-0.002

-0.26

0.55

0.22

-0.05

-0.045

0.000

95.18

68.19

58.18

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2020 • Bull Sale Feature • Issue 02

Canadian Hereford Association Percentiles for Active Hereford Sires for Fall 2018 All sires have had a calf reported in the last two years (2017-2018) CED BW WW YW MM M&G CEM SC Mean 2.1 3.0 Min -16.9 -7.7 Max 21.1 14.3

53 3 90

85 6 146

24 -2 61

51 5 92

1.9 -16.4 19.2

1% 14.3 -2.4 76 122 41 70 2% 13.2 -1.5 73 118 39 68 3% 12.3 -1.1 71 115 37 67 4% 11.6 -0.8 70 112 36 66 5% 11.1 -0.5 68 111 35 65 10% 9.1 0.3 65 105 33 61 15% 7.9 0.9 63 101 31 59 20% 6.8 1.3 61 98 30 58 25% 5.9 1.7 59 95 29 56 30% 5.0 1.9 58 93 28 55 35% 4.2 2.2 57 91 27 54 40% 3.4 2.5 55 89 26 53 45% 2.7 2.7 54 87 25 52 50% 2.0 3.0 53 85 24 51 NUM 6179 6179 6179 6179 6179 6179

MCW SCF UDDR TEAT MPI FMI

0.9 -0.6 2.7

90 -14 188

14.3 -12.1 38.7

1.2 0.4 2.1

1.2 0.3 2.1

10.9 2.0 9.9 1.9 9.2 1.8 8.8 1.7 8.3 1.7 6.9 1.5 6.0 1.4 5.2 1.3 4.6 1.2 4.0 1.1 3.5 1.1 3.0 1.0 2.6 1.0 2.1 0.9 6179 6179

31 39 43 47 50 59 65 70 75 78 82 84 87 90 6179

25.0 23.6 22.8 22.2 21.7 20.1 19.2 18.5 17.9 17.3 16.7 16.1 15.4 14.7 6179

1.6 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.4 1.4 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.2 1.2 1.2 6179

1.6 1.6 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.4 1.4 1.4 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.2 1.2 1.2 6179

RFI PWG CW

120.6 114.2 100.7 -1.0 4.2 80.0 224.4 253.5 126.0 192.7 186.7 181.6 176.9 173.8 160.8 153.1 147.3 141.8 136.4 132.4 127.9 124.2 120.2 2396

204.8 190.8 182.2 175.6 170.2 156.7 148.3 141.4 135.5 129.6 124.7 120.7 116.2 112.1 2393

32.1 -1.3 67.6

FAT

REA MARB

66 14 116

0.011 0.40 -0.115 -0.45 0.165 1.31

0.11 -0.42 1.08

119.0 52.0 93 115.9 49.3 90 113.0 47.7 88 112.0 46.8 86 111.0 46.1 85 109.0 43.1 81 107.0 41.0 78 105.0 39.2 76 104.0 37.8 74 102.0 36.4 72 101.6 35.4 70 101.0 34.3 69 100.0 33.2 68 100.0 32.1 66 603 2396 6179

-0.055 0.89 -0.045 0.84 -0.045 0.79 -0.035 0.76 -0.035 0.73 -0.025 0.65 -0.025 0.60 -0.015 0.57 -0.015 0.53 -0.005 0.50 -0.005 0.47 -0.005 0.45 0.005 0.43 0.005 0.40 6179 6179

0.53 0.45 0.41 0.38 0.36 0.29 0.25 0.22 0.20 0.17 0.16 0.14 0.12 0.10 6179

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Winter 2019 International Cattle Evaluation – Statistical Breakdown for Active Sires (as of January 14, 2020) GROWTH AND MATERNAL YW MILK TM CEM 873 873 873 873

INTAKE AND CARCASS CW CREA MARB 873 873 873

Num

GEST 872

CED 873

BW 873

WW 873

High

1.1

8.1

106

161

Avg

-2.9

1.7

Low

-8.0

-7

-5.8

-7

1% -

6.3

-3.6

137

2% -

5.9

-2.8

131

3% -

5.5

-2.3

129

4% -

5.3

-2.0

125

5% -

5.1

-1.7

123

10%

-4.7

-0.8

115

15%

-4.4

-0.3

110

1.0

-0.88

1.40

-0.34

-0.19

20%

-4.1

0.1

107

0.9

-0.87

1.37

-0.37

-0.18

25%

-3.8

0.5

103

0.9

-0.86

1.34

-0.40

-0.18

30%

-3.6

0.9

100

0.8

-0.84

1.31

-0.43

-0.17

35%

-3.4

1.2

0.7

-0.83

1.29

-0.45

-0.17

40%

-3.3

1.4

0.7

-0.82

1.27

-0.47

-0.17

45%

-3.1

1.6

0.6

-0.81

1.24

-0.48

-0.17

50%

-2.9

1.8

0.6

-0.80

1.21

-0.50

-0.17

55%

-2.8

2.0

0.5

-0.78

1.20

-0.51

-0.16

Canadian Limousin Association (January 23, 2019)

SC 841

STAY 873

DOC 873

YG 873

2.3

0.02

0.6

-3

-1.1

-2

-13

1.8

1.6

-0.96

1.59

-0.01

-0.21

1.5

-0.95

1.56

-0.10

-0.20

1.4

-0.94

1.54

-0.16

-0.20

1.4

-0.93

1.51

-0.19

-0.20

1.2

-0.90

1.45

-0.29

-0.19

CFAT 873

1.86

0.67

0.00

-0.77

1.20

-0.47

-0.16

-1.03

-24

0.17

-0.84

-0.22

-0.99

1.63

0.09

-0.21

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2020 • Bull Sale Feature • Issue 02

Canadian Simmental Association Breed Averages and Percentiles to January 1, 2019 BREED AVERAGE Current Sires Dams

MCE

MILK

MWW

STAY

CWT

REA

FAT

MARB

API

6.7 6.9 5.9

3.4 3.3 3.7

69.5 68.4 67.6

102.4 100.8 99.0

3.9 3.9 3.6

25.2 26.9 25.7

59.9 61.0 59.5

16.2 15.7 16.2

30.6 30.3 28.2

0.850 0.850 0.820

-0.128 -0.128 -0.132

-0.09 -0.09 -0.10

115.4 114.8 113.0

65.5 65.3 64.0

Current Population - all calves born in the last 2 years (2018-2019) Active Sire - any sire with a calf reported in the last 2 years (2018-2019) Active Dam - any dam with a calf reported in the last 2 years (2018-2019)

PERCENTILES

Percentiles show where an animal stands within the Simmental population. The following percentiles are based on CSA current calves (2018-2019). PCTL

MCE

MILK

MWW

STAY

CWT

REA

FAT

MARB

API

Average Minimum Maximum SD

6.7 -6.8 25.2 3.66

3.4 -7.2 13.8 1.96

69.5 26.0 106.4 8.18

102.4 24.6 172.1 13.60

3.9 -11.5 16.7 2.94

25.2 -0.6 47.4 5.47

59.9 33.9 87.1 6.11

16.2 2.3 27.4 2.46

30.6 -9.7 72.3 8.01

0.85 -0.13 1.53 0.143

-0.128 -0.198 0.064 0.0240

-0.09 -0.44 0.77 0.099

115.4 60.8 179.8 11.35

65.5 36.8 100.9 4.99

15.7 -1.6 88.9 134.7 10.7 37.8 73.9 21.7 50.1 1.16 14.6 -1.0 86.6 131.0 9.9 36.7 72.3 21.0 47.7 1.12 13.9 -0.6 85.2 128.4 9.3 35.9 71.3 20.6 46.2 1.10 13.4 -0.2 84.0 126.4 8.9 35.3 70.6 20.3 45.1 1.08 13.0 0.0 83.1 125.0 8.6 34.8 70.0 20.1 44.2 1.07 11.5 0.9 80.0 119.7 7.5 33.1 68.0 19.3 40.9 1.02 10.5 1.4 77.8 116.2 6.8 31.7 66.5 18.7 38.8 0.99 9.8 1.8 76.1 113.5 6.3 30.4 65.3 18.3 37.1 0.97 9.1 2.2 74.7 111.2 5.8 29.1 64.1 17.9 35.7 0.94 8.6 2.5 73.5 109.1 5.4 28.0 63.1 17.5 34.5 0.92 8.1 2.7 72.4 107.3 5.0 26.9 62.2 17.2 33.4 0.91 7.6 3.0 71.4 105.5 4.7 26.0 61.3 16.9 32.4 0.89 7.1 3.2 70.4 103.8 4.3 25.2 60.5 16.6 31.4 0.87 6.6 3.4 69.4 102.3 3.9 24.5 59.7 16.3 30.4 0.86 6.2 3.7 68.5 100.7 3.6 23.8 58.9 16.0 29.4 0.84 5.7 3.9 67.5 99.1 3.2 23.1 58.1 15.7 28.5 0.82 5.2 4.1 66.4 97.4 2.8 22.5 57.4 15.4 27.5 0.80 4.7 4.4 65.4 95.7 2.4 21.8 56.5 15.1 26.4 0.78 4.2 4.7 64.3 93.7 2.0 21.2 55.7 14.7 25.3 0.76 3.6 4.9 62.9 91.5 1.5 20.4 54.7 14.3 23.9 0.74 3.0 5.3 61.4 88.8 0.9 19.6 53.6 13.8 22.4 0.71 2.1 5.7 59.3 85.5 0.1 18.7 52.2 13.1 20.6 0.67 0.9 6.4 56.1 80.2 -1.0 17.2 50.2 12.0 17.7 0.61 78,287 78,287 78,287 78,287 78,287 78,287 78,287 78,287 78,287 78,287

-0.172 -0.169 -0.167 -0.165 -0.164 -0.159 -0.154 -0.150 -0.144 -0.139 -0.135 -0.132 -0.130 -0.128 -0.125 -0.123 -0.121 -0.119 -0.116 -0.114 -0.110 -0.105 -0.092 78,287

0.22 0.17 0.14 0.11 0.09 0.03 0.00 -0.03 -0.04 -0.06 -0.07 -0.09 -0.10 -0.11 -0.12 -0.13 -0.14 -0.15 -0.16 -0.17 -0.19 -0.20 -0.23 78,287

143.2 78.2 139.3 76.4 137.0 75.3 135.5 74.5 134.2 73.8 129.9 71.8 127.0 70.5 124.8 69.5 122.8 68.6 121.1 67.9 119.5 67.2 118.1 66.6 116.6 66.0 115.2 65.4 113.8 64.8 112.4 64.2 110.9 63.7 109.4 63.0 107.7 62.3 105.9 61.6 103.7 60.7 101.0 59.5 97.1 57.5 78,287 78,287

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

Canadian Simmental Association - January 22, 2020

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54 The Northern Horizon, March 6, 2020

2020 • Bull Sale Feature • Issue 02

It was two great days of fellowship and competition during the 2020

Held January 10th & 11th at the LaKota AgriPlex in Dawson Creek, BC The quality of cattle on display was high and very consistent which proved to put all the judges through their paces selecting champions in every division. Congratulations go out to Scott Cuthbertson at Cuthbertson Cattle Co. for winning the Grand Champion’s banner for Cattlemen’s Choice and to Matt Hedges at Dead Horse Creek Cattle Co. whose win as Overall Commercial Pen of Heifers gave him a free year’s lease of a Frontier stock trailer sponsored by Foster’s Covered Wagons and Keddie’s. Congratulations and kudos to all the exhibitors, competitors, attendees, volunteers and the executive of the Peace Country Beef Congress organizing committee.

Congratulations to all our

Winners

PEN OF 3 PUREBRED HEIFERS Grand Champion Jason Harvey, Rimrock Ranch

SINGLE OPEN HEIFER Grand Champion Colby Klassen, Willow Creek Simmentals

SINGLE OPEN STEER Grand Champion Austin Paley

Reserve Champion Kent Malcomson, KMR Simmentals Reserve Champion Faith Collins, Rio Grande Angus Reserve Champion William Harvey, Rimrock Ranch

OVERALL PEN OF 3 COMMERCIAL HEIFERS Matt Hedges, Dead Horse Creek Cattle Co.

PEN OF 3 PUREBRED BULLS Grand Champion Colby Klassen, Willow Creek Simmentals

CATTLEMEN’S CHOICE Grand Champion Scott Cuthbertson, Cuthbertson Cattle Co.

PEN OF 3 JR. COMMERCIAL HEIFERS

4-H YOUTH STEER

PEN OF 3 SR. COMMERCIAL HEIFERS

4-H YOUTH HEIFER

Grand Champion Nicole Sorenson, Sorenson Cattle Co.

Grand Champion Matt Hedges, Dead Horse Creek Cattle Co.

Reserve Champion Nicole Sorenson, Sorenson Cattle Co. Reserve Champion Katherine Ross, Sasquatch Valley Simmentals

Grand Champion William Harvey, Rimrock Ranch

Grand Champion Faith Collins, Rio Grande Angus

Reserve Champion Jack & Shannon Trask, Rafter SJ Angus

Reserve Champion Colby Klassen, Willow Creek Simmentals

Reserve Champion Austin Paley

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Insect forecast and survey maps now available Grasshopper Meers says that this forecast map is based on a lot of hard work done by agriculture fieldmen across the province. In late August, they conducted a grasshopper count in their counties, municipal districts and special areas – covering several thousand fields in the process. From that information, the forecast map was built. “So, what’s showing? That’s the question,” he says. “We have a developing issue in southern Alberta – Lethbridge County, Foremost, Warner, Willow Creek and up into Vulcan County.” He adds that the numbers were fairly high last fall, following the dry weather that was in the area.

“We have a forecast of fairly substantial risk through much of that south central and southwestern crop production area with a little hotspot in the MD of Acadia. Fairly high numbers were showing up in north central Alberta and the Peace, but we have something else going on up there.” He says that the population of grasshoppers in those northern areas are now almost exclusively Bruner’s Spur-throated grasshoppers, and it seems to be following an every-other-year outbreak. “Even though our forecast shows there will probably be grasshopper issues in 2020, our experience tells us that the next time we’ll have grasshopper problems in that area

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will likely be 2021. We have higher grasshopper populations during the odd-numbered years.” “The reason we haven’t changed the forecast is we just don’t have the research to back up the pattern. Research is currently underway to validate the 2 year lifecycle of Bruner’s grasshopper.” Wheat midge Meers says that wheat midge risks are relatively low in the Peace although there will be individual field risks. “In central Alberta, the risk is still reasonably low, but we have higher numbers of wheat midge in the survey. It is definitely something to watch through much of that area. Wheat midge is incredibly low in southern Alberta.” Wheat stem sawfly “The wheat stem sawfly is not a forecast map per se, but it gives a very strong indication,” he explains. “Research has started on converting it to a forecast, and we will see it as a forecast map in the future.” He says that sawfly numbers are climbing in the dry parts of southern Alberta – Vulcan, Willow Creek, Lethbridge, MD of Acadia, Foremost and 40 Mile. 2019 survey maps Bertha armyworm Even though this is a 2019 survey map, Meers says inference can be made based on what was seen and what happened to bertha armyworm populations. He adds that there are 3 different stories for 3 different regions in the province “We had high populations up in the Peace, central Peace, around Falher, over into Birch Hills, south of Manning and into the MD of Peace River. There was a fairly substantial outbreak with many acres sprayed.” “Central Alberta was rather moderate and scattered, and there was very little spraying. Southern Alberta was a little bit elevated over the previous year, and there was some limited spraying for bertha armyworm in southern Alberta as well. “Surmising based on trends, we’re 2 years into the outbreak in the Peace,” he explains. “There will likely be a third year which may be more limited depending on weather conditions.” “It looks like it’s backing off in central Alberta, so I think we’re through the risk in 2020. If the lack of snow and -35 C temperatures a few weeks back doesn’t kill them off, we’re looking at a building population in southern Alberta.” He adds that pheromone monitoring through June and July of 2020 will be the most important part of the process. “It will tell us where the risk areas are. We are already starting to look at getting the trap sites set up again through our cooperators. We had

326 sites in 2019, and we would like to maintain in that number. “Insect survey technologist Shelley Barkley is already getting sites lined up for 2020. If you are interested, contact her at bugs.r.us@gov.ab.ca.” Cabbage seedpod weevil “Cabbage seedpod weevil has been through a 3 year low where we are just seeing the very, very early seeded fields that get sprayed and virtually nothing else sprayed,” Meers explains. He notes a few interesting things with this survey. “It looks like we have a slight build in the population in 2019, so we’ll see how that plays out in 2020, but I expect a bigger population in 2020 based on the trend.” “The severity in the Calgary, Trans-Canada Highway area and north is down from what it has been in previous years. There are very few cabbage seedpod weevils north of Highway 1.” “But, we are finding cabbage seedpod weevil up to Edmonton and to the northeast of Edmonton at very, very low numbers. It is questionable whether that population has established, but right now, it’s not an issue.” He adds that cabbage seedpod weevil does not like extended cold winters, and that may be what’s holding it out of central Alberta more than in the southern part of the province. Pea leaf weevil “We’re finding it in the Peace, but it is not an issue,” he adds. “We have a fairly high population in Edmonton and the northwest area of Central Alberta. Producers should consider seed treating in that area – Westlock, Barrhead, Lac Ste. Anne, down through Parkland County and Leduc.” “The rest of Central Alberta pea leaf weevil is pretty low. It’s a traditional population in southern Alberta – lower than normal but producers should still be seed treating.” Winter and insects “First and foremost,” says Meers, “snow is a great insulator. If you get a foot of snow and it’s -40 C, at soil surface it’s still only around 0 to -5 C.” He says that the real damage to overwintering insects takes place when there is extended cold, -35 to -40 C and no snow cover. “That combination is deadly to some insects, and bertha armyworm is one of those. Some insects that are not really hardy, like diamondback moth and some of the aphids, are typically killed off by even moderately cold weather.” “Some insects like sawfly and grasshoppers are very hardy, and it’s not going to matter what the winter does. So if January’s cold continues into March, it will affect the population.”

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AJHL • NWJHL • NPHL • NAHL ALBERTA JUNIOR HOCKEY LEAGUE SEASON 2019 - 2020 STANDINGS (FINAL REGULAR SEASON STANDINGS) AJHL NORTH

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Sherwood Park Crusaders

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Spruce Grove Saints

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Whitecourt Wolverines

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198

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7:00 p.m.

Grande Prairie 2

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Monday, March 2

7:00 p.m.

Grande Prairie

Spruce Grove

Wednesday, March 4

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Spruce Grove

Grande Prairie

Thursday, March 5

7:30 p.m.

Spruce Grove

Grande Prairie

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Grande Prairie

Spruce Grove

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Dawson Creek Sr. Canucks

117

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Spruce Grove

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Manning Comets

103

- 52

Falher Pirates

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Grimshaw Huskies

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NORTHWEST JUNIOR HOCKEY LEAGUE SEASON 2019 – 2020 FINAL STANDINGS (FINAL REGULAR SEASON STANDINGS) Team

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FINALS (Best-of-Seven Series) GRANDE PRAIRIE ATHLETICS (2) at DAWSON CREEK SR. CANUCKS (1)

Fort St. John Huskies

0-0

216

109

North Peace Navigators

0-0

157

122

Dawson Creek games played at Memorial Arena Grande Prairie games played at Coca Cola Centre

Dawson Creek Jr Canucks

2-0

175

162

All games start at 8:30 p.m.

Fairview Flyers

1-0

159

148

Grande Prairie JDA Kings

0-0

128

161

Tuesday, March 3

Grande Prairie Athletics

Dawson Creek Sr. Canucks

Sexsmith Vipers

0-3

105

238

Thursday, March 5

Dawson Creek Sr. Canucks

Grande Prairie Athletics

Saturday, March 7

Grande Prairie Athletics

Dawson Creek Sr. Canucks

PLAYOFF SCHEDULE – FIRST ROUND

Tuesday, March 10

Dawson Creek Sr. Canucks

Grande Prairie Athletics

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*Wednesday, March 11

Grande Prairie Athletics

Dawson Creek Sr. Canucks

Fairview Flyers advance after defeating Grande Prairie JDA County Kings 3 games to 2

*Saturday, March 14

Dawson Creek Sr. Canucks

Grande Prairie Athletics

PLAYOFF SCHEDULE – Second Round

*Tuesday, March 17

Grande Prairie Athletics

Dawson Creek Sr. Canucks

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Beaverlodge 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Ag-Complex, 1400 - 5th Avenue Contact 780-354-3133

WEDNESDAY 26

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

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

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

Grande Prairie 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. 10032 - 101st Avenue Contact 780-814-8224

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

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

10300 - 8th Street Contact 250-219-4048

Enilda 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Enilda WI Hall Contact 780-523-4211 Fort St. John 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

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

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

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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Contact Norm: (780) 814-1052

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1981 JOHN DEERE 8440 4WD TRACTOR

2001 LEXION 470R COMBINE

2005 HONEYBEE 94C DRAPER HEADER

CASE 8825HP 21 FT. SWATHER

1996 MACK CH613 T/A SLEEPER TRUCK

1979 FORD 9000 T/A GRAIN TRUCK

1984 IHC 1480 COMBINE

2015 MERIDIAN 4900 BUS. HOPPER

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St. Isidore - PCBFA Planning Your 2020 Cocktail Cover Crop Workshop @ Cultural Centre

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G.P. – 92nd Grande Prairie & District Old Timers’ Assn banquet @ Jackpot Grill

High Prairie - Dugout & Farm Water Management Workshop @ H.P. Agriplex

FIRST DAY OF SPRING! Dawson Creek - D.C. Horse Club Clinic @ LaKota AgriPlex G.P. - GordBanford @ Revolution Place LaCrete - Mackenzie Applied Research Assn AGM @ Heritage Centre

Grimshaw - AB Prov Midget Tier 3 Hockey Championship @ Multiplex

Chetwynd - C of Comm Trade Show @ Recreation Centre Dawson Creek - Keen Clinic @ LaKota AgriPlex Grimshaw - AB Prov Midget Tier 3 Hockey Championship @ Multiplex Sexsmith - Closing Mixed Bonspiel @ Sexsmith Curling Club

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (move clock ahead one hour) NATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY Dawson Creek - Beginner's Roping Clinic @ LaKota AgriPlex Grimshaw/Lac Cardinal - AB Pond Hockey Championship

Fort St. John Dawson Creek--High D.C. on Ice WinterClub Festival Horse Clinic @ Fort St.AgriPlex John - Laugh Your “ICE” LaKota Off Comedy Fest at LIDO Theatre St. Isidore - Carnaval de St Isidore

G.P. - Brad Paisley @ Revolution Place

High Prairie - Deadstock Disposal & Predation Management Workshop @ Triangle Hall Rycroft - Deadstock Disposal & Predation Management Workshop @ Ag Centre

DeBolt - Deadstock Disposal & Predation Management Workshop @ Comm Centre

Dawson Creek - Beginner's Roping Clinic @ LaKota AgriPlex Grimshaw/Lac Cardinal AB Pond Hockey Championship La Crete - Heritage Country & Gospel Music Jamboree @ Heritage Centre Taylor - 2 x 2 Bonspiel @ Curling Rink

Clairmont - Peace Country Ringette Friendship Tour @ Crosslink Centre Dawson Creek - Laz E P Clinic at LaKota AgriPlex G.P. - Foster's Peace Country Classic Agri-Show @ Evergreen park G.P. - Lip Sync Battle @ Pomeroy Hotel &Conf Centre G.P. - Thunder In The Peace Skijoring @ JDA Speedway Evergreen Park High Prairie - Who Made Who ACDC Tribute Band @ H.P. Agriplex

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Dawson Creek - D.C. Horse Club Clinic @ LaKota AgriPlex G.P. - Food & Beverage Expo @ Evergreen Park G.P.- Rodney Carrington @ Revolution Place High Prairie - Thresherman's Music Jamboree @ Triangle Hall Nampa - SPING THAW 2020 @ Nampa Arena Peace River - Indigenous Art Market & Fashion Show @ Athabasca Hall Teepee Creek - 4th Annual Teepee Creek PBR Classic @ Lyons Event Centre

Chetwynd - C of Comm Trade Show @ Recreation Centre Dawson Creek - Keen Clinic @ LaKota AgriPlex G.P. - Northern Rhythm Music and Arts Festival @ Bowes Event Centre Grimshaw - AB Prov Midget Tier 3 Hockey Championship @ Multiplex Sexsmith - Closing Mixed Bonspiel @ Sexsmith Curling Club Saskatoon Lake – Spring Fling BBQ & Social @ Hall

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AUCTION - Alberta North Auctions ......................................78 AUCTION - Doug Johnson Auctions ....................................75 AUCTION - Rhythm Auctions ...............................................77 AUCTION - Ritchie Bros .................................................76, 77 AUCTION - Weaver Auctions....................................66, 68, 79 AUCTION - Willowview Auctions ..........................................77 Aurora Steel & Trim ..................................................................2 B.C. Yukon Comm Newspaper Assn ...................... Classifieds Bayer Crop Science – Varro ....................................................3 Bayer Crop Science – Velocity ................................................5 BC Recycle ..............................................................................2 BF Collision .............................................................................2 Butler Farm Equipment .........................................................64 Cramer’s Breaking ...................................................................7 Dave Ross Equipment ...........................................1, 22, 59, 67 Dawson Co-operative............................................................12 Dawson Creek Vet Clinic .......................................................11 EnFrame Construction ............................................................7 Farm Business Consultants (FBC) ........................................17 FarmLead.com ........................................................................4 Flaman Sales .........................................................................20 Foster’s Agri-World ..........................................................65, 80 Foster’s Covered Wagons .....................................................15 Foster’s Peace Country Classic Agri-Show ........23, 24, 57, 58

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WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE INCLUDED IN THE NORTHERN HORIZON CATTLE DIRECTORY?

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Home Hardware (Fischer Lumber) ..........................................6 The Horse Ranch...................................................................10 Jennings Martin Livestock Sales ...........................................19 Keddie’s ...................................................................................1

Northern Heating & Fireplace ................................................10

Land for Sale

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

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Hearth & Home Furnishings ....................................................1

Mulvahill Fencing ..................................................... Classifieds

OATS WANTED: Buying Oats for Feedlot, On Farm Pickup. Text/Phone Jamie 780-933-6992 The Classifieds are an

Full blood St. Bernard puppies $900/each. Ready to go! First shots and checkups. Call/Text 780-882-3541 One 3/4 Border Collie, 1/4 Blue Healer female puppy. 5 months old. $300 250-827-3417

Grande Prairie Kubota ...........................................................21

Mile Zero Denture Clinic ..........................................................6

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3/4 St. Bernard, 1/4 Pyreneese Puppies $700/each. Ready to go! First shots/checkups. Call/Text 780-882-3541

Grande Prairie Farmers Market .............................................69

Mile Zero Cruisers ...................................................................6

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

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Fresh Water Treatment Systems .............................................6

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

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Peace Country Beef & Forage Assn ........................................4 Peace River Regional District ....................................72, 73, 74 Penergetic Canada ..................................................................8 PrairieCoast equipment ................................................. 60 - 63 Prestville Farms .......................................................................7 Saddle Hills Trailer Sales .......................................................62 Sexsmith Used Farm Parts....................................................62 Shady Lane Ranch ..................................................................7 Thorsby Stockyards Inc.........................................................19 Uncle’s Cabin Butcher Shop .................................................19 VJV Livestock Marketing Group ........................................1, 17 Henry Vos ..............................................................................78 Wakaluk Watino Gravel Pit Ltd. ...............................................7 Wembley Livestock Exchange...............................................18 Westcan Feed & Seeds ....................................... 9, Classifieds

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Coming Events 1055 Borderline

Culture Series presents: Cecile Doo-Kingue Trio Saturday March 14, 2020 at the Demmitt Community Centre (1/2 Mile South of Hwy 43 on RR 132). Doors open at 7:00 pm (AB time) Music begins at 8:00pm. Tickets Advance: $27. Door $30. For tickets and information call 780-356-2904 or go to www.borderlineculture.com Mile Zero Cruisers Summer Cruise July 10-12, 2020 Dawson Creek BC Registration/information: MileZeroCruisers.com

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Built Right Sheds is taking orders for your quality custom built sheds. Call/text John 780-835-1908 For Sale: 14 Kilowatt Lister generator. Runs Good. (250)793-8362

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5-String Anjo Banjo with case and new strings and top. $350.00 Call: 780-933-3452

2145 Wanted to Buy

Looking for used electric fork lift batteries.. (250)7938362 Wanted: 50-70ft Tine Heavy Harrow bar. Call 780-9459330 or 780-967-2138 WANTED: Shed Antlers for Creative Art. Any Amount. Purchase by pound. Call Terry at 780-766-2937/780-8764455 Wanted to buy: Large outside wood boiler. Good condition. Prespatou. (250)7938362

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Farm Implements

2001 Riteway 50ft Heavy Harrows, 9/16” Tangs. $17,500 (250)262-7355 25ft Ezee-On Model-3590 Disc. Notched front discs, smooth rear. Bought new. Low acres. Hythe. 780-8315649

Combines & Headers 2207 1998 New Holland TR98 Combine. S/N 561262. Pickup Header. Rycroft Area. $20,000 O.B.O. Call 780-864-9404

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Haying Equipment

Case 8750 Hay Discbine for parts with a brand new PTO 780-624-3913 FOR SALE: 540 Drive line for a JD 567 baler. (780)971-2350

Air Drills & Seeders 2211 Flexi-Coil Air-Seeder Tank

Model 3450, Tow-Between. 25ft Blanchard hoe drill with Technotill openers and NH4 capabilities. Asking $15,000 780-624-3913

2215 Heavy Equipment

Attachments for skidsteers/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: Clark 666B skidder. (780)971-2350

Bale Trailer, 30ft Deck Dexter Axles. Offers. 780-3222388 FOR SALE: Case 930 tractor for parts, useable 23.1-30 rear tires/10-16 front, $750. 780-322-3822 Harry For Sale: NH TR85 combine with Dutch Industries chaff spreader. Complete or parts. (780)837-4068. FOR SALE: Used tractor tires, Most sizes available. Phone. 780-322-3822 Harry FOR SALE: Used truck tires, Most sizes available. Phone. 780-322-3822 Harry THE CORRAL FACTORY: Now Selling Corral Panels, Silage Bunks/Wind Breaks/ Fenceline Feeders/Bale Feeders, Gates and Portable Calving Barns. Delivery Available. 780-821-9020

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Tractors

Looking to buy older FWA Tractor with loader. 780-836-2580

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Feed & Grain

OATS WANTED: Buying Oats for Feedlot, On Farm Pickup. Text/Phone Jamie 780-933-6992

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4 bred heifers for sale. Bred Speckle Park for a late May. $1700 call/text 780-8974912 Bred Cows for sale Simmental/Gelbvieh/Hereford Cross. Start Calving March 15, 2020. Phone: 780-836-2125 Can’t make it to an auction? Let Mark do the buying and selling. Licensed/Bonded. 780.882.5456 Two-year-old Limousin bull for sale. $3400 Call/text 780897-491

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heifers for sale. Catalogue on website or call Marsha at 250-262-5638. www.shadowcreek.farm Registered Polled Hereford Bulls For Sale. Semen-tested. Vet-inspected. Vaccinated. Free Delivery. 780-8362125 SHADOW CREEK RED POLLS New breeder packages available with cow/ calf pairs or bred heifers. Financing OAC. Phone Marsha 250-827-3293. Yearling Simmental Hereford and Angus Cross bulls.. Phone: 780-836-2125 Young farmer looking for pasture for 20 head. Call/text Denay at 780-8823541

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6030 Houses for Sale

Cosy 2-bdrm detached garage, fenced yard, appliances included. Asking $75,000 (780)864-8005

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Pristine livestock/grain 1/4 for sale, 25 minutes north of FSJ. More information or photos 250-261-0174

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Buying Antiques Coins, toys, advertising, tools & more Will buy bulk Call/text 780-832-8216 John Deere 830 bought brand new at Dave Ross’s in 1960. Great shape. Needs paint. Has creeper-gear. Pupmotor start. Black Dash. Asking $10500. (780)8640522

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Looking for house and pasture, acreage or yard site to rent south of Wanham. 780835-1908 Pristine livestock/grain 1/4 for sale, 25 minutes north of FSJ. More information or photos 250-261-0174

9020 Feed & Seed

Cert AAC Brandon HRS seed wheat. Common Heavy seed oats. Phone: 250-7820220

9025 Hay/Bales For Sale

5x5 round bales. Mixed Alfalfa/Timothy/Brome. Approx-1000lbs. NH solid-core. Can load. Pouce Coupe. $60/each. Phone/text 250719-4967 Certified organic, Green feed/oats/clover mix, 1300lbs net-wrapped, Asking $45/each. Silver Valley. 780-864-8005 Hay for sale: 400 Alfalfa mix Round bales. Gordondale area. (780) 837-4068.

9160 Trucks & Vans

2001 Dodge Ram 4x4 360 V8 Short-Box Clean Condition. No Rust. Runs Perfect. $3500/OBO. 780-300-7503

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Term 6955 Short Accommodations

Young German couple with 2 year old looking for house sitting or other temporary accommodation in Dawson Creek while they look for a place. Local references. Call 250-780-2378.

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KVERNELAND 8-BOTTOM PLOW, pull-type, excellent condition. $10,900.00 • KVERNELAND 3-BOTTOM PLOW, 3 point hitch. $1,800.00 • (2) IHC MODEL 620 10’ SEED DRILLS with Fertilizer, Grain and Seed Boxes with Transport. $4,500.00 • IHC MODEL 620 12’ SEED DRILL, for Parts. $700.00 • SITREX 10’ CULTIVATOR, 9 shank, 3 point hitch. $2,100.00 • NEW HOLLAND MODEL ST650 SUB-SOILER, 6 Foot Wide. Extra set of knives included. $6,800.00 • LIKE NEW DEMCO RM TRACTORMOUNT SPRAYER, 3 point hitch 22’ Spray Boom, 300 Gallon Tank. $3,400.00 • LIKE NEW 10” RIGID SINGLE OFFSET DISC, 23 Blades. $23,500.00 • DE-SITE SLG108 SOIL SCREENER, with Riser Box, Double Vibrator, Pac Feed Deflector, 6’x10’ Spring-Loaded Deck, Elongated Mesh, Lift Extensions with Additional Mesh. $13,800.00 MAXILIFT MODEL 260.3 LIFT, lifts 4’5” to 17’7”, to be mounted on truck or in shop. $3,500.00 JUST ARRIVED! More 20’ and 40’ New and Used Containers. Call for pricing. We are HOME of the “Air Ride Hitches” for bumper, gooseneck and RV trailers.

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Input wanted from 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. “Having price information is valuable for people of all experience levels to use as a reference against your own pricing and to compare against when calculating your cost of production and setting your prices,” he says. Spencer is looking for: what Alberta producers charged for fruit and vegetable crops in 2019 – u-pick and prepick for farmers’ markets price 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. To connect with Robert Spencer about this survey, contact the Alberta Ag-Info Centre: Hours: 8 am to 5 pm (open Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays) Toll free: 310-FARM (3276) before the phone number (in Alberta) Email: robert.spencer@gov. ab.ca

PEACE RIVER REGIONAL DISTRICT

Notice of Public Hearing ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 2296,2019

When:

Briar Area

Thursday, March 12, 2020 7:00 PM

Lot 1 of section 26, Township 78, Range 15, W6M, PRD, Plan PGP46412 Lot 2 of section 26, Township 78, Range 15, W6M, PRD, Plan PGP46412

Where:

The Peace River Regional District is hosting a Hearing to discuss the proposed Zoning Amendment.

Peace River Regional District Dawson Creek Office

Proposal: To rezone the subject properties from A-2 (Large Agricultural Holdings) zoneand R-4 (Residential 4) zone toI-1 (Light Industrial) zone.

1981 Alaska Avenue, Dawson Creek, BC.

For More Information: Contact: Development Services Tel:250-784-3200 Toll Free:1-800-670-7773 Email: prrd.dc@prrd.bc.ca

This notice is in general form only. Relevant background documents are available online at prrd.bc.ca on Engage or may be inspected from Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, between the hours of 8:30am – 4:30pm at the PRRD Dawson Creek office (1981 Alaska Avenue, Dawson Creek, BC) or 8:30am – Noon and 1:00pm – 4:30pm at the PRRD Fort St. John office (9505-100th Street, Fort St. John, BC). Written comments or concerns accepted. The holding of this public hearing has been delegated to the Director of Electoral Area D.

prrd.bc.ca

Shawn Dahlen, Chief Administrative Officer

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More than 2,000 Albertans consulted on farm-led research Throughout January 2020, the Alberta government asked Alberta’s farmers, ranchers and agriculture partners what the future of agriculture research should look like in the province. It’s a question many feel strongly about, and the turnout proved it. Six hundred and fifty people turned out for 17 in-person engagement sessions, and 1,422 people completed an online survey. “This was important conversation, and the impact it will have on the future of agriculture research in Alberta will be substantial,” says Agriculture and Forestry Minister Devin Dreeshen. “It was great that so many people turned up for the sessions and took the time to fill in our survey.” During the sessions, participants were asked what farmer-led research means to them, who should set them and what role industry and government would play in an effective governance model. Responses, both online and in person, were enthusiastic. Dozens arrived at each event - the largest turnout was Olds with 65 - and they had plenty to say. At the various engagement sessions, when asked what Farmer-Led Research meant to them, many farmers said that they want to influence priorities and shape the research agenda in collaboration with key partners, such as commodity groups, academia, researchers and government. Along with the internal and public engagement sessions, there was a targeted stakeholder session with industry groups and a private sector roundtable with a focus on Agriculture and Forestry’s “Open for Business” priority. Lots of good ideas and comments came from these sessions as well.

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Collie Corner By Carol Nelson

A work or hobby dog? For years when we visualized a border collie we envisioned a working stock dog who was the stockman’s best friend and right hand help on the ranch. The collies have been an integral and important part of life on a ranch and their image is synonymous with ranchers and working. The collie’s ability to work stock and general willingness to take direction from the handler make him an above average partner. His uncanny ability and gift to read the livestock gives him the advantage of being in the right spot to get the job done. It is difficult to get a helper that is as qualified or positive as the working border collie so he will always play an important part of ranch life. However, the changing of times brings new ideas and pictures to an age-old tradition of how the border collies are being used. Instead of working on ranches and earning their living by hard work and long days there is a trend of people who have discovered that working and training collies is a lot of fun and has some great benefits. This group of people are often acreage people who have a few head of sheep or cows and find the collies are a good help when moving the

stock around and into different pastures. The dogs save them time and help with short jobs. There is also another group of people who are starting to train dogs. These are the people who have a bit of spare time and have discovered how much fun training a dog can be. It is a good exercise program physically as well as mentally as you are always moving and trying to keep ahead of the dog as well as out think him. For those who are advancing in their years, it may be the perfect hobby to keep the brain as well as the body active while providing socializing at the same time. Working a dog provides lots of fresh air, being

around stock and there is simply no age limit to the sport. For the people who like training they may find competitions a good fit as it is a reason to keep learning more and advancing themselves as well as the dogs. It is also a good way to meet people and often provides a reason to travel and visit different areas that would unlikely be on the usual list of sightseeing trips. Reasons for working a dog may differ but the bottom line is we all like and enjoy working with livestock whether they are our source of income or whether they are a hobby. The dogs provided a perfect venue for all interests.

PEACE RIVER REGIONAL DISTRICT

Notice of Public Hearing ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 2295,2019

When:

Briar Area

Thursday, March 12, 2020 7:00 PM

Parcel A (being a consolidation of lots 3 and 4, see BB1974913) of Section 26, Township 78, Range 15, W6M, PRD, PGP12184

Where:

The Peace River Regional District is hosting a Hearing to discuss the proposed Zoning Amendment.

Peace River Regional District Dawson Creek Office

Proposal:To add a text amendment to the R-4 (residential 4) zone, to allow two single family dwellings on the subject property.

1981 Alaska Avenue, Dawson Creek, BC.

For More Information: Contact: Development Services Tel:250-784-3200 Toll Free:1-800-670-7773 Email: prrd.dc@prrd.bc.ca

prrd.bc.ca

Shawn Dahlen, Chief Administrative Officer

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a second visor, helmet bag and visor bag! I took out the bagged helmet and opened it up.

I truly can’t wait to get this helmet on and go for a ride with it.

I opened the box to find a second box inside that when I opened it up , it’s all padded and all sleek looking.

My first impression was what a bad assed looking helmet.

Here are some of the finer points of the helmet that I will be looking at when I get to wear it!

In the box - stickers, a poster/instruction book,

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PEACE RIVER REGIONAL DISTRICT

Notice of Public Hearing OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN &ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 2325 & 2326,2020

When:

Tuesday, March 17, 2020 7:00 PM

Where: Jackfish Lake Community Hall

Jackfish Lake Lot A, District Lot 2964, PRD, Plan PGP32590 The Peace River Regional District is hosting a Hearing to discuss the proposed Zoning Amendment. Proposal: To redesignate the subject property (Red) from Settlement to Industrial and to amend the Zoning Bylaw from R-4 (Residential 4 Zone) to I-1 (Light Industrial Zone)

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Contact: Development Services Tel:250-784-3200 Toll Free:1-800-670-7773 Email: prrd.dc@prrd.bc.ca This notice is in general form only. Relevant background documents are available online at prrd.bc.ca on Engage or may be inspected from Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, between the hours of 8:30am – 4:30pm at the PRRD Dawson Creek office (1981 Alaska Avenue, Dawson Creek, BC) or 8:30am – Noon and 1:00pm – 4:30pm at the PRRD Fort St. John office (9505-100th Street, Fort St. John, BC). Written comments or concerns accepted.

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The holding of this public hearing has been delegated to the Director of Electoral Area E. Shawn Dahlen, Chief Administrative Officer

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UNRESERVED FARM AUCTION

SATURDAY, APRIL 4, 2020 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9:30 AM

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LOCATED: From Mayerthorpe, go 2.9 km south on Hwy 22, then 3.1 km west on Twp Rd 572, then 0.8 km south on Rge Rd 90. Gate Sign - 57116 Rge Rd 90 FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: Jody Klassen at 780-204-0391 Previewing starts Monday, March 30 (8 a.m. to 8 p.m.) Klassens have discontinued their farming operation. They have a well maintained line of equipment. Most major pieces have been shedded. Equipment & Online Bidding at 12:00 p.m. This is only a partial listing, see website for full descriptions.

COMBINES & HEADERS s 2012 John Deere S670 combine w/ JD 615P PU, 520/85R42 duals, 600/65R28 rears, 1562 sep / 2488 eng hrs, power fold hopper, lateral tilt, powercast tailboard, HID lights, crop catcher, fresh green light s 2011 John Deere 9770 combine w/ JD 615P PU, 650/85R38 duals, 600/65R28 rears, 1511 sep / 2247 eng hrs, lateral tilt, powercast tailboard, HID lights, fresh green light Terms on Combines: 25% nonrefundable deposit, balance by Aug 1/20. s (2) JD 936D draper headers, 36â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, PU reel, pea auger, fore & aft, transport, sgl point hook-up s Elmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mfg HT38 twin rail header transport s 2009 Macdon CA20 JD combine header adapter SWATHER s 2008 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Macdon (Westward) M150 swather w/ D60-D header, showing 1968 hdr / 2520 eng hrs, dbl knife drive, split PU reel, triple delivery, Roto-Shears (60 acres since new knives, guards, PU reel ďŹ ngers, roller bearings, canvasses, etc) Terms: 25% non-refundable deposit, balance by Aug 1/20. SPRAYERS s 2004 90â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Case IH 3200 sprayer, 4WD, showing 2878 hrs, 1000 US gal SS tank, AIM, rinse tank, hyd tread adj, 3â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; ďŹ ll, 380/85R46 tires, Raven 460 controller, Raven guidance, sectional control, auto height w/ bounce wheels

s 80â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Rogator 554 sprayer, 4WD, s 1979 Ford F350 1T dually w/ 10-1/2â&#x20AC;&#x2122; deck showing 3211 hrs, (4) Tridekon dividers, 500 gal poly tank, wash s 1991 GMC 6000 school bus w/ alum shelving tank, 2â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; ďŹ ll, triple noz bodies, 12.4x38 tires, Raven 460 controller, auto steer, SEEDING JD ATU, 1800 monitor & StarďŹ re ITC s 64â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Seed Hawk 6412 air drill w/ Seed receiver Hawk 777 TBH tank, dbl shoot, 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; spacing, dual fan, variable rate, 30.5LEXCAVATOR / FORK LIFTS 32 duals (on cart), Agtron wireless s Komatsu 200LC hydraulic excavator blockage w/ tablet, Trimble FMX w/ digging (36â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;) & clean up (60â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;) monitor (prescription map capability buckets, mechanical thumb, SN / full guidance), partial liquid kit, SN A85419 drill 271634, SN cart 271635 s 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; excavator rake s Case IH ADX 3430 TBT air cart, 430 s Case 586C Rough Terrain forklift bu, variable rate, dual fan s Lion Mfg MT60D forklift, diesel s 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Flexicoil 7500 air drill, 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; s Brush rake for older Cat D6 spacing, 3-1/2â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; steel packers, dbl TRUCKS shoot carbide openers, incomplete s 2000 Mack Vision 460 TA grain truck air kit w/ 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; steel box & hoist, Mack E7- s (2) Flexicoil 3450 TBT air cart, 460, 18 spd, 1,451,338 km (27,213 variable rate, dbl shoot, dual fan hrs), new 11R24.5 rear tires s (2) Flexicoil 3450 TBH air cart s 2000 Kenworth W900 hwy truck w/ HEAVY HARROWS & Studio sleeper, Cat 3406E, 13 spd, LAND ROLLER 1,384,722 km (27,696 hrs) s 80â&#x20AC;&#x2122; McFarlane WDL 2080-16 harrows s 2001 Western Star 4964FX hwy truck w/ Valmar 3255 w/ 44â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; sleeper, Cat C15, 18 spd, s 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Flexicoil Sys 85 heavy harrows, 1,225,343 km ltd acres on new 9/16â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; tines s 1998 Peterbilt 379 hwy truck, s 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Degelman 7640 land roller Cummins N14 Celect Plus s 1984 Kenworth W900 hwy truck, GRAIN CART / BALER / SCRAPERS s Brent 572 grain cart, PTO drive, Cummins, 5&4 trans 24.5x32 sgls, roll tarp, c/w scales & TRAILERS monitor s 1999 Lode King Super B grain trailer, s Case IH 8465A automatic rd baler, 11R22.5 tires, alum rims, roll tarp mesh wrap, all new belts s 2002 Lode King grain trailer (lead off s MK Martin LLT-12 PT 4-way hyd land of Super B), new roll tarp leveler, 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; s Trailtech CT220 combine trailer, s Isaacson KS800 hyd scraper, 8 yd+/pintle hitch, one owner AUGERS & CONVEYORS s 1976 Willock lowboy trailer s FarmKing 13â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x95â&#x20AC;&#x2122; mech swing auger, s 35â&#x20AC;&#x2122; TriAxle 5th wheel trailer, 7000 lb Brehon swing mover w/ remote axles s WestďŹ eld TFX 100-41 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x41â&#x20AC;&#x2122; auger s 2010 18â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Gator TA ďŹ&#x201A;at deck trailer w/ SP mover, 35 hp Kohler, elec s Kane TA alum end dump gravel trailer clutch s 1984 Allweld convertible B train (farm s Brandt 1545 15â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x45â&#x20AC;&#x2122; grain conveyor use only) w/ SP mover, Kohler 35 hp s Brandt 1585 15â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x85â&#x20AC;&#x2122; grain conveyor PICKUPS / SERVICE TRUCKS w/ Brandt 1515LP swing s 2008 Ford F350 King Ranch Lariat Super Duty, 4x4, V8 Powerstroke s FarmKing 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x50â&#x20AC;&#x2122; mech swing auger diesel, auto, 171,559 km at booking, BINS loaded w/ leather, 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; box s (3) 2011 Meridian GM 6000 hopper s 2011 Ford F350 FX4, 4x4, 6.2L gas, bins, rocket aeration, dbl skids, roof auto, crew cab, 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; box, showing vents, full bin indicators 293,962 km s Wheatland 1625E hopper bin, dbl s 1984 Ford 8000 TA fuel truck, 11,000 skid, aeration tube, 4973 bu+/L+/- dbl compartment tank w/ (2) s 2008 Meridian GM 4000 hopper pumps / hoses bin, dbl skid, rocket aeration, full bin s 1985 GMC 6000 SA truck w/ Tico indicator s (2) Wheatland 1612 hopper bins, K600WU picker

rocket aeration, skids, 2751 bu+/s Wheatland 1608E hopper bin, skid, 2068 bu+/s (2) Wheatland 1607E hopper bins, skids, 1896 bu+/s Wheatland 1210 hopper bin, skid, 1287 bu+/s Westeel hopper bin, aeration, skid, 2000 bu+/s (3) Westeel 19â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x5 ring on Westeel hoppers, 3900 bu+/, triple skids, aeration tubes, (located off farm) s (4) Westeel 14â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x4 ring corrugated hopper bins, 1500 bu+/s 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Wheatland dbl bin skid SNOWMOBILES & TRAILER s 2008 Skidoo Summit XP800R, 154â&#x20AC;?/2â&#x20AC;? track, RER, elec start s 2003 Polaris 600RMK Vertical Edge, 144â&#x20AC;?/2â&#x20AC;? track, reverse s 2000 Skidoo Summit 700 High Mark, 154â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; track s 2006 28â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Cargo Mate TA V-nose enclosed trailer, ramp doors s Titan aluminum sled deck GPS EQUIPMENT s (2) JD 2600 displays w/ activation s JD ATU; JD StarďŹ re ITC receiver; JD wiring harness s Trimble EZ steer system w/ 250 display, wheel motor, Terrain compensator & globe s Trimble EZ Pilot w/ IDM-600 Terrain compensator, wiring harness s Qty of Trimble parts and harnesses MISCELLANEOUS s Graham G40 complete seed treating system, 8â&#x20AC;?x15â&#x20AC;&#x2122; auger s Valmar granular transfer system s 3â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Straight Shot chem station w/ ďŹ&#x201A;ow meter s (4) HD black poly water tanks (1440 US gal +/-) s 2015 Westeel 1135L dbl sealed used oil containment tank s Westeel Road Vault 830L slip tank w/ 12V pump s DEF tank w/ 12V pump s Rockport hyd high clearance sprayer lift s (10) aeration fans and (2) DryAir heaters AUCTIONEERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S NOTES s &OR ONLINE BIDDING GO TO OUR WEBSITE AND CLICK ON THE /NLINE "IDDING SYMBOL TO SET UP AN ACCOUNT AND REGISTER FOR THE SALE s /NLINE BIDDERS MUST PRE REGISTER AT LEAST HOURS PRIOR TO THE SALE s !LL HOURS AND KILOMETRES ARE UNVERIlED s 3EE COMPLETE TERMS AND CONDITIONS ON OUR WEBSITE

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TRACTORS & DOZERS s 2008 Challenger MT965B 4WD w/ 800/70R38 duals, showing 4815 hrs, 510 hp, PS trans, inner / outer wheel weight pkg, high ďŹ&#x201A;ow hyd pump, 5 hyd, Topcon auto steer s 1992 Case IH 9250 4WD w/ newer 520/85R38 duals, 10,206 hrs, PTO, PS trans s 1996 John Deere 7200 MFWD w/ JD 740 ldr & 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; bucket, showing 8225 hrs, joystick, 3-pt hitch, 16 spd PowrQuad trans s 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Degelman 10-46/57 4-way hyd dozer blade s 1983 Case 4490 4WD w/ 18.4-34 duals, showing 7469 hrs, PTO s 1981 Case 2290 2WD, 20.8R38 sgls, showing 6670 hrs

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What to consider when choosing crop varieties to grow this year “Each year, new varieties become available which may or may not be superior to the existing variety you already grow,” explains Harry Brook, crop specialist at the Alberta Ag-Info Centre. “Choosing a variety today is not a simple process. It takes time to look at and interpret the information presented on the variety trials and to narrow down the choices to 1 or 2 possible contenders. It also helps talking to your seed supplier, agronomist and neighbours about their experiences with new varieties.” The latest varieties of cereal and oilseed crops for Alberta is now available, and Brook says that the tables are useful to sort out promising varieties. “Many people tend to concentrate on yield, and that makes sense as you are paid for yield. Before looking at yields, take note of the number of station years where the variety was tested. The greater the number of places and years the variety was tested, the more accurate the results are, and the more likely that variety will perform up to the level of the rating listed. In varieties where there are few station years, take that into account when looking at the results. As a variety is grown in different climatic conditions and locales, there is greater confidence it will perform similarly on your farm.” Some crops, like flax, have limited numbers of sites and years where varieties are tested. He says to use the rating tables as a general guideline, not a promise. “You may notice in cereals and oilseeds that yield is broken down into categories of low, medium and high. These correspond to the environmental productivity or potential of a site. It can vary depending on weather for the year, fertility program, soil conditions, pest control and management issues. Think of your farm operations place in that continuum. Consistent productions levels across all yield potential categories indicates consistent yields that should work on your farm.” He adds that it is deceptive to think because a variety has a yield rating 6% higher than the check variety, it will perform better than your present variety. “Often, newer less tested varieties can initially have unrealistically large yield improvement over the check varieties. As years and additional sites test it, the yield improvement number tends to

decline as it is tested under the full range of conditions.” Consider other factors when choosing a variety, including the thousand kernel weights. “Those are useful when determining the seeding rate, and particularly in peas, the thousand kernel weights are essential to grow the desired plant populations per square foot or square metre.” Seed size and variability are highest in peas, and he says that there can be a 30% difference in pea seed size. It can greatly affect the pounds of seed needed to get that target plants per square foot. “It also has a big effect on seed costs per acre because the larger the seed, the more seed you have to buy.” Crop maturity is also important, as there is a direct link between higher yields and longer maturity. “These last few harvests have given us problems at harvest with lower than average heat units, leading to immature crops when winter arrives. If you choose varieties with shorter maturities, it can reduce a lot of the weather risk for harvesting in winter or next spring.” “Standability is a very important trait in all crops,” he explains. “Lodging in cereals is a persistent problem which reduces crop quality, profitability and harvest ease. In peas, you want a crop to be standing at harvest. Disease can have a major bearing on this, too.” “What kind of disease package each variety carries is important, especially if you are farming a tight rotation. Tight crop rotations increase the risk of disease negatively affecting crop yields.” He adds that having resistance to common diseases may not eliminate the risk of the disease occurring, but it should reduce the effect on the crop. “You still have to be vigilant and monitor crop conditions and treat accordingly.”

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Chocolate investment sweetens export opportunity The governments of Canada and Alberta are helping chocolatier Jacek to expand its production and reduce its environmental impact through funding from the Canadian Agricultural Partnership. Jacek Chocolate Couture, a locallyowned, award-winning artisan and craft chocolate company based in Sherwood Park, received the funding under the partnership’s Value-Added Products to Markets program. The funding supported the purchase and installation of a new flow-wrapper machine using compostable film. The innovation will allow the company to bring its operations to a new level while furthering its environmental goals. “This is a wonderful win-win project that will boost production while reducing the impact on our environment. Our Government is always pleased to support small, environmentally-minded businesses like Jacek Chocolate Couture as they find new ways to succeed and grow,” said Federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-food, Marie-Claude Bibeau. “Congratulations to Jacek Chocolate Couture. Entrepreneurial spirit starts at the local level, but reaches out to the global market. Supporting the growth and development of small businesses is essential to creating a thriving economy and companies like Jacek are the backbone of Alberta’s growing agrifood sector,” said Devin Dreeshen, Minister of Agriculture and Forestry

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Saturday, May 9th – 11:00 a.m. (Poultry, Pigs, Sheep & Goats) at the Willowview Auction yard in Beaverlodge

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Deadstock disposal & predation management workshop end of month

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Buying or selling a farm or ranch in the Peace Country? Call for a free consultation today!

Deadstock happens - What you do about it impacts your livestock operation.

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About this Event Mark Heckbert; Provincial Wildlife Conflict Specialist Dr. Kim Stanford; Beef Research Scientist Get the low down on livestock disposal methods and the impacts each option has on your operation. Hear about modes of disposal as well as the pros and cons of each, the eco-

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nomics, and biosecurity risks. Learn how your chosen disposal methods can increase or decrease predation pressures in your operation, and ask questions about what you can do to minimize impacts.

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Tuesday, April 7, 2020

Real Estate & Equipment Auction – Rycroft, Alberta Lorne: (250) 219-0871

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Featuring major realignments for Wyant Transport Ltd. & Aaims Logistics Inc.

2007 MIDLAND SL3000 TRIDEM END DUMP

1999 WS 4964SX T/A T/A BED TRUCK

2006 PETERBILT 379 T/A TRUCK

2011 KENWORTH T800 TRI-DRIVE TEXAS BED WINCH

2008 LODE KING SUPER B-TRAIN HIBOYS

2012 BWS EZ-2-LOAD TRIDEM SCISSORNECK LOWBED

2013 LODE KING EXT. TROMBONE

1 of 3 — 2019 BERG'S SUPER B

2000 KENWORTH T800B T/A TEXAS BED

2005 PETERBILT 378 T/A TRUCK

2008 PETERBILT 367 T/A WINCH

2006 KOMATSU WA500-3LK

2006 PETERBILT 378 T/A TRUCK

2006 PETERBILT 379 T/A TRUCK

2008 JOHN DEERE 270D LC HYD. EX

2005 POSI-TRAC RC100 MULTI TERRAIN

2007 DODGE RAM 3500 CREW CAB

2007 DODGE DAKOTA CREW CAB

1993 DODGE W350 E-CAB PICKUP

2018 GRAND DESIGN TRAVEL TRAILER

8 X 40 X 9.6 FT. SHIPPING CONTAINER

CASE 1494 MFWD TRACTOR

TMG 8 FT. STEEL STORAGE CONTAINER

10 FT. HEAVY DUTY WORK BENCH

HEAVY DUTY WOOD CHIPPER

HEAVY DUTY PLATE COMPACTOR

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PARCEL #1: SE-21-78-08-W6 (HOME 1/4) 159 +/- TOTAL ACRES, 110 ACRES HAY LAND, FENCED, HYDRO, NAT. GAS, TELEPHONE, (2) DUGOUTS, 1993 RIDGEWAY 16X76 FT. MOBILE HOME, 28X36’ QUONSET SHOP 18X32’ & 18X18’ LIVESTOCK POLE SHELTERS PUMP HOUSE C/W (2) PUMPS, 80 G. PRESSURE TANK, WATER SOFTENER SYSTEM, 2018 TAXES:$479.27

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