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Hello to all our friends in the Peace River area. The Peace River District Women’s Institute (WI) would like you know that, in spite of the Covid 19 virus, we are alive and still meeting virtually!
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We would also like you to know you would be welcome to join us at any time. We have monthly meetings and some annual district meetings as well. The history of WI goes back to 1897, where it originated in Ontario. Our founder, Adelaide Hunter Hoodless, dedicated her life to ensuring that women had educational opportunities. Adelaide Hoodless was called “one of the most famous Canadian women, yet one of the most obscure”. She is credited as being cofounder of the Women’s Institute, the Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA), the National Council of Women, the Victorian Order of Nurses (VON), and the force behind the formation of three faculties of Household Science. For these reasons, among others, the Peace River District Women’s Institutes are dedicating the month of February 2021, as Women’s Institute month. We are planning on giving you information each week this month in the Mirror of some of our activities in the area. I will end this week with a little poem I wrote some time ago!
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Women’s Institute What is this organization, commonly called WI? It’s a group of women learning from you and I. It began in Ontario in eighteen ninety-seven When impure milk sent a baby to heaven. Adelaide Hoodless was the mother so sad Thought other rural women needed education, and had An historic meeting, one hundred women strong, Gathered in Stony Creek to sign up and belong. They gathered momentum and formed many branches Country women were hungry to learn and take chances, Had lessons on health, nutrition, cooking, sewing and more. Loneliness was banished forever, meetings never a bore. Today we still get together each month to discuss Common problems in agriculture, health and education for us. With computers we learn to keep up with the times, We still work for home and country, sometimes in rhyme!
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Mandatory Premises ID regulation on its way After consulting with B.C.’s farming and ranching community, the Province is moving forward with a mandatory Premises Identification (ID) regulation to help livestock producers and communities better prepare for emergencies and be equipped to respond to them. “B.C. farmers and ranchers have been clear that a new regulation to trace their animals is needed, and we are listening,” said Lana Popham, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Fisheries. “Rapid access to information is key in an emergency, and Premises ID was invaluable during the 2017 wildfires. When the new regulation is in place, it will include mandatory registration so we can effectively support industry in responding to both animal health and environmental emergencies affecting livestock and poultry.” A new Premises ID regulation under the B.C. Animal Health Act is anticipated to be in place in early 2022. The ministry is developing regulatory changes based upon stakeholder engagement. Consideration was given to the opinions and ideas received in response to an intentions paper from approximate-
ly 850 B.C. ranchers and livestock producers, local governments and industry associations. “We are at a time when moving to a mandatory Premises ID makes sense for more than just traceability,” said Kevin Boon, general manager, BC Cattlemen’s Association. “The value of having Premises ID was proven for emergency management in the 2017 and 2018 wildfires with the biggest hurdle, at the time, being that producers were not yet signed up. We never know when these events will occur, but having the security of knowing that you are registered if it does just makes sense.”
wildfire seasons, the ministry is encouraging the sector to register with the Premises ID program. The program is available at no cost through a userfriendly online registration system. Producers are encouraged to register land where animals are kept, handled, assembled or disposed of. 2021 will be the last year participation in the Premises ID program is voluntary. Quick Facts:
The new, mandatory registration closes an information gap about where farm animals are located when government agencies and industry need to respond quickly to disease and natural disaster emergencies. The new system will also inform whether some livestock and poultry operations can continue operating during emergencies and strengthen the province’s traceability system.
The Premises ID program is part of a three-pillared traceability system that also includes animal identification and movement reporting. Under the voluntary registration system, an estimated 64% of livestock producers (5,183 premises) and 100% of supply-managed livestock premises are currently registered (i.e., dairy cattle, swine and poultry). During the record-setting wildfire season of 2017, the Premises ID program was used to help at least 189 ranchers access their animals in evacuation zones, saving the lives of hundreds of animals.
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Ministers’ statement on blueberry investigation ruling Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation, and Lana Popham, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Fisheries, have issued the following statement in response to the U.S. International Trade Commission’s finding that Canada’s blueberry imports to the U.S. do not seriously injure the U.S. industry: “Today’s decision is welcome news for B.C.’s blueberry industry, as it means B.C. blueberries will not be subject to any trade restrictions. We would like to thank the B.C. Blueberry Council and the Government of Canada for their teamwork in standing up for the interests of our blueberry
farmers and their families. “There are more than 800 blueberry growers in the province, contributing to B.C.’s jobs, economy and communities in which these farms are operating. “We will always work closely with the federal government to protect the interests of B.C. workers and their families from any unwarranted international trade investigations and decisions in the future.”
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BC’s dormant well program a win-win, says Mile Zero mayor A second intake is underway for the Province’s Dormant Sites Reclamation Program. Another $50 million being put towards supporting BC’s oil and gas industry, with the aiming of reducing environmental impacts. Applications are open for service companies to do contract work on site nominated in 2020, focusing clean-up efforts on community needs. In total, $120 million is being put forward by the federal government for three different well reclamation programs.
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Building opportunities for BC food with post-secondary partners Post-secondary institutions in British Columbia are working to bring more local food to their campuses. This supports sustainable food systems, creates more opportunities for B.C. food producers and processors and enhances B.C.’s food security and regional economies. “Partnering on Feed BC with post-secondary institutions will support the livelihoods of farmers, fishers and processors throughout B.C. and connect staff and students to the local foods they want on campus,” said Lana Popham, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Fisheries. “The pandemic has shown all of us we need to be more food secure and support our provincial food system, and I’m excited to know that our post-secondary partners are working hard to increase B.C. foods now and when students return to classes.” The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and
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Fisheries and the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Training are collaborating with nine post-secondary institutions to grow awareness, support and opportunities to increase B.C.-grown and processed foods on campuses throughout the province. Now more than ever, institutions are committed to serving local food to support their communities and enhance B.C.’s food system. Feed BC’s post-secondary partners are committed to working across departments to track and source more B.C. food, build innovative local food initiatives and promote local food education and awareness on campus and beyond. “Feed BC is an exciting, real-world opportunity for B.C.’s post-secondary institutions to be leaders in promoting local food and food system sustainability,” said Anne Kang, Minister of Advanced Education and Skills Training. “By emphasizing B.C. foods on campus, public post-secondary institutions are supporting campus sustainability goals and their students’ interests in local food options while also supporting farmers, fishers, food processors and communities throughout the province.” Feed BC is launching partnerships with nine post-secondary institutions throughout B.C., with each committed to working within their institutions and with their food service operators and caterers to grow B.C. food purchases toward at least 30% of their total food expenditures:
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The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) offers a made-in-house, locally sourced menu ranging from bread made in Delta, cranberries from Richmond, dairy from Fraser Valley farms and local beef. Located in some of the world’s most fertile farmland, UFV is working hard within the university and broader community to foster local food culture and build more opportunities for B.C. food and agriculture in the region and beyond. “UFV is located in the beautiful Fraser Valley, where there is a strong food culture emerging in what we call the breadbasket of B.C.,” said Craig Toews, vice-president external, UFV. “As part of this movement, UFV is committed to providing opportunities to growers and producers to supply our institution’s cafeteria, catering and vending with locally sourced products. Our students and staff expect a safe supply chain and healthy options. We feel that by working with our local producers, we will be successful in meeting these priorities.” For Simon Fraser University (SFU), sourcing food locally is a key commitment to helping local food and agriculture businesses thrive. SFU tracks and sources, aiming for a minimum of 30% B.C. foods, including eggs, poultry, seasonal root vegetables, corn and blueberries. “SFU’s commitment to local food reflects deep understanding of the key role we can and should play in supporting local businesses and sustainable food systems,” said Mark McLaughlin, chief commercial services officer, SFU. “Serving our staff, students and visitors food grown and processed in B.C. responds to their desire and connects us to our communities, businesses and local food systems. We are excited to be partners and champions of Feed BC in the post-secondary sector.” In Victoria, Camosun College is supplied by several local farms and food producers, such as Michell’s Farms. Michell’s plays a key role in the local food system, supplying their locally grown fresh fruit and vegetables to Islands West Produce who then distributes to Camosun for staff and students to enjoy. “As a sixth-generation family-owned and operated farm, we know how important fresh, local food is to our community, and we are happy to have our produce served in post-secondary institutions,” said Terry Michell, Michell’s Farm Market. “By bringing increased awareness to the local agricultural industry and connecting postsecondary institutions to B.C. products produced and processed by partners like Island’s West Produce, Feed BC is supporting local farms and businesses, job retention and the protection of farmland.” Feed BC is a key priority for the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Fisheries and supports the Province’s commitment to increase the use of B.C.-grown and processed foods in hospitals, schools and other government facilities.
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For sisters Emma and Jenna Davison, dairy farming is in their blood. Their family has been farming in Maple Ridge since 1902. To honour their agricultural roots while creating their own legacy, the Davisons created Golden Ears Cheesecrafters. Milk for their products is sourced from their uncle’s jersey cows next door and is used to produce 12 varieties of artisan cheese and butter for B.C. consumers. The journey of each variety of cheese sold in their store is captured through a traceability system. From the milk produced in their uncle’s farm to the cheese made and sold in store, this system helps document the journey. The Davisons recently made the shift from a manual paper-based system to a real-time digital system with $6,500 in funding from the B.C. Traceability Adoption Program. With the funding, the sisters were able to modernize their existing system, which has decreased paperwork, reduced labour costs and allowed them to focus on improving the quality of their products while looking at ways to expand their operation, all while building more confidence in their products with consumers.
Lana Popham, B.C.’s Minister of Agriculture, Food and Fisheries says family businesses like Golden Ears Cheesecrafters share their stories through the food they create. “Our government is committed to helping businesses share the story of food from farm to table, and traceability systems help to do that. Strengthening these systems demonstrates how companies are working to keep local food safe and accessible to consumers.” Jenna Davison, co-owner, Golden Ears Cheesecrafters says as a small cheese manufacturer, we’ve had to make a lot of our own systems for controlling inventory. “Using technology to make our traceability system more efficient and effective was something we needed to do. This funding helped us rethink how we do traceability, allowing us to track products much faster with our upgraded system.”
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GRAIN FUTURE REPORT CANOLA March 2021 (RSH21) May 2021 (RSK21) July 2021 (RSN21) WHEAT March 2021 (ZWH21) May 2021 (ZWK21) July 2021 (ZWN21) HARD RED WHEAT March 2021 (KEH21) May 2021 (KEK21) July 2021 (KEN21) SPRING WHEAT March 2021 (MWH21) May 2021 (MWK21) July 2021 (MWN21) CORN March 2021 (ZCH21) May 2021 (ZCK21) July 2021 (ZCN21) OATS March 2021 (ZOH21) May 2021 (ZOK21) July 2021 (ZON21) SOYBEANS March 2021 (ZSH21) May 2021 (ZSK21) July 2021 (ZSN21) SOYBEAN OIL March 2021 (ZLH21) May 2021 (ZLK21) July 2021 (ZLN21) SOYBEAN MEAL March 2021 (ZMH21) May 2021 (ZMK21)
Last 730.40s 701.00s 668.10s Last 636-6s 641-2s 630-0s Last 616-6s 622-4s 625-6s Last 615-6 625-4 633-6 Last 538-6s 536-4s 525-0s Last 350-6s 355-4s 349-6s Last 1372-0s 1371-2s 1356-6s Last 46.04s 45.40s 44.60s Last 427-2s 427-0s
Change + 26.30 + 12.50 + 9.70 Change + 3-2 + 2-2 + 1-6 Change + 5-6 + 5-4 + 6-2 Change - 0-4 - 1-4 - 1-0 Change - 2-2 - 3-2 - 2-6 Change + 0-2 unch + 0-2 Change + 4-4 + 4-4 + 5-4 Change + 0.41 + 0.41 + 0.39 Change - 1.7 - 1.4
Open 707.10 686.20 656.80 Open 632-4 638-4 627-0 Open 612-0 618-0 620-2 Open 616-2 627-0 635-6 Open 541-0 539-4 527-0 Open 350-4 355-0 349-6 Open 1368-4 1367-6 1352-0 Open 45.63 44.99 44.22 Open 429.2 428.6
High 734.10 703.00 668.70 High 643-0 647-4 635-6 High 624-2 630-0 631-6 High 624-4 635-0 642-4 High 546-2 544-4 532-4 High 351-0 356-6 350-0 High 1377-2 1376-2 1361-0 High 46.24 45.59 44.80 High 430.1 429.9
Low 705.00 686.10 656.80 Low 632-0 636-6 627-0 Low 612-0 617-6 620-0 Low 615-2 625-0 633-2 Low 536-6 534-6 523-6 Low 349-0 353-0 349-6 Low 1362-0 1361-4 1346-2 Low 45.58 44.94 44.15 Low 423.4 423.6
Volume 2,438 6,518 2,782 Volume 58,371 52,814 18,679 Volume 23,369 23,004 11,723 Volume 5,605 8,378 3,095 Volume 100,156 71,469 29,944 Volume 173 181 12 Volume 78,902 55,235 21,374 Volume 37,332 28,203 12,120 Volume 44,233 37,081
Prev. Stl. 704.10 688.50 658.40 Prev. Stl. 633-4 639-0 628-2 Prev. Stl. 611-0 617-0 619-4 Prev. Stl. 616-2 627-0 634-6 Prev. Stl. 541-0 539-6 527-6 Prev. Stl. 350-4 355-4 349-4 Prev. Stl. 1367-4 1366-6 1351-2 Prev. Stl. 45.63 44.99 44.21 Prev. Stl. 428.9 428.4
Time 02/12/21 02/12/21 02/12/21 Time 02/12/21 02/12/21 02/12/21 Time 02/12/21 02/12/21 02/12/21 Time 13:27 CT 13:24 CT 13:24 CT Time 02/12/21 02/12/21 02/12/21 Time 02/12/21 02/12/21 02/12/21 Time 02/12/21 02/12/21 02/12/21 Time 02/12/21 02/12/21 02/12/21 Time 02/12/21 02/12/21
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Alberta Canola Producers Commission (http://dashboard.albertacanola.com/reports/weekly-grains) CANOLA - #1 Peace Region Northern Alberta Southern Alberta Spot $15.47 ( + $0.21 ) $15.54 ( + $0.21 ) $15.50 ( + $0.23 ) March 2021 $15.58 ( + $0.24 ) $15.66 ( + $0.24 ) $15.58 ( + $0.24 ) April 2021 $15.81 ( + $0.27 ) $15.89 ( + $0.26 ) $15.82 ( + $0.27 ) May 2021 $15.83 ( + $0.27 ) $15.92 ( + $0.27 ) $15.85 ( - $0.27 ) June 2021 $15.43 ( + $0.25 ) $15.56 ( + $0.26 ) $15.55 ( + $0.26 ) July 2021 $15.43 ( + $0.24 ) $15.56 ( + $0.24 ) $15.55 ( + $0.24 ) August 2021 not available $12.38 ( + $0.08 ) $12.42 ( + $0.07 ) WHEAT - #1 CPSR - 11.5% Peace Region Northern Alberta Southern Alberta Spot $7.03 ( + $0.05 ) $7.23 ( + $0.04 ) $7.25 ( + $0.04 ) March 2021 $7.14 ( + $0.08 ) $7.33 ( + $0.07 ) $7.37 ( + $0.08 ) April 2021 $7.20 ( + $0.07 ) $7.40 ( + $0.07 ) $7.43 ( + $0.07 ) May 2021 $7.25 ( + $0.07 ) $7.45 ( + $0.08 ) $7.48 ( + $0.08 ) June 2021 $7.22 ( + $0.08 ) $7.41 ( + $0.08 ) $7.44 ( + $0.08 ) July 2021 $7.25 ( + $0.08 ) $7.45 ( + $0.08 ) $7.48 ( + $0.08 ) August 2021 not available not available not available WHEAT - #1 CWAD - 13.0% Peace Region Northern Alberta Southern Alberta Spot not available not available $8.56 ( + $0.00 ) March 2021 not available not available $8.63 ( + $0.00 ) April 2021 not available not available $8.68 ( + $0.00 ) May 2021 not available not available $8.56 ( + $0.00 ) June 2021 not available not available $8.54 ( + $0.00 ) July 2021 not available not available $8.52 ( + $0.00 ) WHEAT - #1 CWRS - 13.5% Peace Region Northern Alberta Southern Alberta Spot $7.64 ( + $0.00 ) $7.77 ( + $0.00 ) $7.70 ( - $0.00 ) March 2021 $7.68 ( + $0.03 ) $7.82 ( + $0.03 ) $7.70 ( + $0.02 ) April 2021 $7.75 ( + $0.03 ) $7.90 ( + $0.02 ) $7.81 ( + $0.02 ) May 2021 $7.81 ( + $0.03 ) $7.96 ( + $0.02 ) $7.91 ( + $0.02 ) June 2021 $7.83 ( + $0.03 ) $7.99 ( + $0.02 ) $7.90 ( + $0.02 ) July 2021 $7.87 ( + $0.03 ) $8.02 ( + $0.02 ) $7.97 ( + $0.02 ) YELLOW PEAS - #2 Peace Region Northern Alberta Southern Alberta Spot $9.63 ( $0.00 ) $9.60 ( $0.00 ) $9.61 ( $0.00 ) March 2021 $10.17 ( $0.00 ) $10.38 ( $0.00 ) $10.20 ( $0.00 ) April 2021 $10.24 ( $0.00 ) $10.45 ( $0.00 ) $10.21 ( $0.00 ) May 2021 $10.26 ( $0.00 ) $10.46 ( $0.00 ) $10.26 ( $0.00 ) June 2021 $10.25 ( $0.00 ) $10.42 ( $0.00 ) $10.24 ( $0.00 ) July 2021 not available not available not available
Statistics & Data Development Branch, Alberta Agriculture and Forestry FEED GRAIN BIDS (Different Delivery Points) Week of Feb 8/21 Previous Week Wheat Lethbridge $289.00 - $310.00 $295.00 - $305.00 Red Deer $295.00 $303.78 $290.00 - $302.00 Edmonton $285.00 - $310.00 $280.00 - $300.00 Oats Edmonton $240.00 - $275.00 $240.00 - $275.00 Peas Edmonton $300.01 - $315.00 $300.00 - $310.00 Barley Lethbridge $298.00 - $315.00 $300.00 - $305.00 MH/Brooks $301.50 - $310.00 $298.50 - $298.50 Calgary $286.50 - $301.50 $287.58 - $300.50 Red Deer $295.00 - $300.28 $290.00 - $298.00 Vermillion $290.00 - $302.43 $252.62 - $293.00 Edmonton $290.00 - $315.00 $285.00 - $300.00 Grande Prairie $285.58 - $284.50 $266.39 - $281.00 CANOLA CRUSHER on Feb 10, 2021 Meal (FOB) Seed (Del)
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SARDA Ag Research Intercrop By Megan Snell, ATT, Dipl.Ag.
SARDA Ag Research began an intercropping trial in 2020, to conclude in 2022. The trial plots, designed by Dr. Kabal Gill, are in the Smoky River region. Numerous questions inspired this trial. For many producers, growing pulse crops aren’t very appealing due to their high lodging potential. Most pulse crops are susceptible to diseases, and lodging often promotes the development of diseases. This trial’s hypothesis is: would a pulse crop be able to release enough nitrogen to sustain the cereal or oilseed crop for the growing season? SARDA Ag Research also wanted to explore the following: o Define the mixture of crops that would be successful. o Define the best seeding rates. o Define if, when and what herbicides should be sprayed. o Define the best nutrient applications for crop mixtures. o Is intercropping a feasible practice on local farms? We selected two intercropping categories. The first combines pulses and cereals. Within the pulse category, we tested field peas and lentils. For the cereals, we tried wheat and barley. The second combines pulses and oilseeds. We used field peas and lentils once more, and for the oilseeds, we used canola and flax. The seeding rates were set as: o Two rates for each of the wheat and barley: 25% and 50% of their recommended seeding rate. o Two rates for each of the canola and flax: 50% and 75% of their recommended seeding rate. o One rate for each of the peas and lentils: 100% of the recommended seeding rate. Monocrop plots of wheat, barley, flax, canola, peas and lentils, seeded at recommended rates provided the checks. There were 22 treatments in total including the checks. Recommended seeding rates were used for the favoured pulse crops. The various seeding rates for oilseeds and cereals were based on the idea that higher seeding rates could possibly inhibit or choke out surrounding weeds. The nutrient recommendations followed were based on soil test results did not include any nitrogen. We chose pulse varieties with longer growing seasons and cereal and oilseed varieties with shorter growing seasons. We considered the herbicide spraying options as well. The crops used were Clearfield CDC Impulse lentils, AAC Carvers field pea, AAC Cameron wheat, AC Metcalfe barley, CS2000 canola and CDC Glas flax. Data collection included a variety of methodologies. To evaluate each of the four different seeding rates’ growth and yield potential, we collected the wet and dry biomasses of plant material. We assessed weed density visually. Reduced lodging and increased harvestability, an expected benefit of intercropping peas and lentils, were determined visually and supported by the yields. If we could turn back time, it would have been advantageous to conduct the weed density assessment with the biomass collections because there was no visual difference between the plots. In the future, we should separate the biomass into three separate groups; crop 1, crop 2, and weeds. We would expect the wet and dry biomass weights of each crop could be linked to the seeding rate of the crop.
The weights of the weeds present should indicate if heavier seeding rates were actually successful at reducing the weeds competitiveness improve crop yields. Each plot’s total plant material was determined by adding each group’s wet and dry biomass weights and should indicate relative land-use equivalence ratings. We rated the crops’ relative maturities to determine the optimum time to spray and harvest the crop mixtures. We evaluated the plots using all the standard harvest data (grain yields of each crop once separated, grain moisture at harvest, dockage, wheat protein content, canola oil content, and thousand kernel weight).
Lentil and Field Pea Yield Chart: As the chart illustrates, the solo lentil and field pea crop had the highest yield, as expected, because there is less competition from the other crop.
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Wheat Yield Chart: It was interesting to see that the solo wheat crop did not produce a higher yield. It was not surprising to see that the intercropped treatments contain a higher protein content than the solo wheat crop. The higher protein content could be due to the higher amount of nitrogen available from its fixation by the pulse crop. Questions that arise from the results are: • Why did the wheat and lentil crop intercrop have the highest wheat yield? • The wheat yielded less in the peas intercrop than in the lentils intercrop, but why was the protein level higher in the wheat in the pea intercrop? • Are the results typical of this type of intercropping every year or is this a one-time result?
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Canola Yield Chart: It was fascinating to see that the canola showed a higher yield when intercropped with a pulse crop (preferably a lentil crop). It begs the question: could this potentially be because lentils fix more nitrogen than field peas?
Flax Yield Chart: The flax mixtures showed no benefit to yield as the solo flax crop has a higher yield. Once the trial is complete in 2022, we plan to analyze the different mixtures’ economic aspects to evaluate if intercropping is feasible for producers in the Peace Region. What we observed to date is the following: • Maturity between pulses and barley are relatively similar. • There was no lodging in the pulse crops when intercropped Barley Yield Chart: because the pulse crop crawls up the stem on the cereal or The barley yield shows that the solo barley treatment had a higher oilseed crops. yield rather than the intercropped treatments. • There was a large amount of plant matter in the crop mixtures If a producer wanted to intercrop, we can see that the producer compared to the monocrops. should use barley and lentil in the crop mixture with barley seeded • Based on our observations, seeding pulses and oilseeds at at a 50% rate due to the higher-yielding advantage. the same time is not ideal. There is an increased risk of pods shattering, high green seed counts and shriveled seeds from in-crop spraying or desiccating too early. • We see beneficial yields from canola and wheat when intercropped with pulses, but is it a feasible cropping system? This remains to be determined.
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By Dr. Christa Harder Calving season is officially here for 2021 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. 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. 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!
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Know where to draw the line A few years ago I had the pleasure of attending and competing in the Trainers Challenge at The Mane Event in Chilliwack. I was also asked to do a couple of demonstrations with my own horses. The Trainers Challenge is a colt starting competition where you are given an unbroke colt to start in 3 hours. There is a crowd and a panel of judges watching you while you explain your thoughts and techniques. I believe competition has the potential to bring out either the best or the worst in you. If you go into a competition, it is unlikely that anyone could truly say that they don’t care if they win. I know I want to win, there is no question about that. There is nothing wrong with wanting to win unless it is at the expense of something or someone.
Now when I go in a competition, I love the challenge of getting as much done as possible in the time you have without stepping over the lines. The young horse has to absorb a great deal of information in a very short time. They can and they do and they have no problem with it if we can color inside the lines. If we watch our horse closely, young or old, they all have certain amounts they can absorb. The more clear and understanding what we do is, the more they can comprehend. In a competition you have your competitive side spurring you along and your other side reminding you to watch your horse see what he needs.
learn. How fast and with ease and calmness they learn that you don’t see even in us humans. There are, however, lines that horses have, thresh holds or limits that you need to be aware of. For example, many times in colt starting competitions the common problem that seems to come up is the colt starters have trouble keeping or getting their horse moving. The round pen can take some of the blame because it does hinder forward movement in a horse. However another common mistake is when they are asked to go or move and they take a step, you must allow them to stop if they want. You can ask for another step in a few seconds. Allow them to think about what just happened and that they don’t have to keep moving when you just got on. They need time to understand that you will be asking them to walk, trot and canter in time but to start with they get to stop if needed as a thank you to them for doing the right thing. You also must not pull on their heads while trying to get them to learn about going forward, with one rein or two. Allow them to learn to move forward first then teach them to turn. Help them understand to walk for you then get the walk free; then trot a step or two then get the trot to free up; then finally canter a stride or two. In these early rides we have to feel what they can give us and be happy with it.
So don’t go faster than he can learn and make sure the last lesson is understood enough before moving forward. If they don’t yet understand, you must stay with it until they are far enough along before you add more to their list of skills. It absolutely amazes me still after 2000 colts and countless other horses, how much they can
You must push them some but you don’t push them across the line to where they quit on you. You can see it and you can feel it. You might start the walk and feel that they really just barely made it. It may take a couple of times asking for only the walk and a little time sitting and allowing them to think and then you will be able to
For years I would not go into colt starting competitions because I wasn’t thinking right. Then I got my head back on and said if I’m not willing to cross the line, any of my lines, that is staying true to my horsemanship beliefs, then I can bring out the best in myself and the horse I draw. If I only do what I believe the horse is ready to do then all is well. If that gets me a win, great and I can’t help but learn something. I also would not go in competitions for a few years because I wanted to be sure I wasn’t going to put the horse in a bad spot because maybe I really hadn’t learnt enough for that kind of environment.
roll them into the trot. Another little rest and they roll into the canter. If they don’t give you a trot when you ask, as long as they went faster at the walk, you will eventually get the trot. You must stop asking when they are going in the direction you want, i.e. faster. If you keep asking until they start to slow, you are on a one-way street to troublesville. You will take the go out of them. If you grab a rein every time you ask for forward on the ground or in the saddle, you just might end up in troublesville again. You can apply this to anything you do with a horse. If you push them over the line, they start to push back and everything falls apart. Grabbing a rein or lead puts pressure on the front end of a horse and makes it hard for them to understand you want forward when they also feel pressure in front. Get the forward, establish that then carefully start to teach the turns. Look for the line and stay close to it to get the most done you can. Keep your horse’s interest up and your skills improving. Have fun walking the line. Glenn Stewart Glenn is now offering year round educational horsemanship programs at his facility near Fort Saint John, BC and is available to travel and conduct clinics. Currently accepting bookings for the 2021 summer camps. For more information on Glenn and The Horse Ranch visit www. thehorseranch.com.
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British Columbia Northern MLA’s ice fishing derby is on Those missing the camaraderie of an ice fishing derby and the challenge of competition can mark the Shake Off The Blues ice fishing tournament on their calendars. Organized by Anglers Atlas and sponsored by Northern B.C. MLA’s, including Mike Bernier and Dan Davies, the tournament will take place virtually across the province from February 13 to March 7. Participants can submit fish caught during that time anywhere within the five participating provincial ridings: Peace River South, Peace River North, Prince George-Mackenzie, Prince George-Valemount, and Cariboo North. A small fee is required to enter, and competitors can sign up for the tournament here. From there, download the My Catch phone app, take a picture of your catch next to a measuring device, and submit your fish through the app. At the end of the competition, cash prizes will be handed out to the top three finishers in each of the four categories. However, what makes the Shake Off The Blues tournament different is it’s a competition between ridings. “We are excited to work with our MLA’s on this event. We’re all looking for new ways to stay ac-
tive and engaged with our community during this pandemic,” said Sean Simmons, president of Anglers’ Atlas. “We’ll have a leaderboard for riding scores based on the number of people that participate in each one, and we’ll see who gets crowned the ice fishing capital of
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B.C.” The winning riding will receive 50 percent of the proceeds, to donate to the charity of their choice. Simmons said that there was nothing political about partnering with the MLA’s, and the event is about finding a way to bring people together during the pandemic to enjoy ice fishing. “As an outdoors person myself, I encourage everyone to experience the gift of BC’s biodiversity while enjoying this competition,” said MLA Mike Morris
Anglers’ Atlas started running similar virtual fishing tournaments last summer as an option for covid-friendly recreation. They have held 14 across the country, but this, along with one taking place in Ontario, are the first two ice fishing tournaments, and the first to include ridings squaring off against each other. To sign up check out - www.anglersatlas.com/tournament/469/ shake-off-the-blues-2021
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Bull selection: new calculator to determine value of a bull Different traits of bulls can contribute to different impacts on the bottom line of the operation. For example, a bull with a higher calving ease EPD may contribute to more live calves. Not surprisingly, bulls with higher calving ease (or lower birth weights) sell for a higher price (Simms et al., 1997). With the large variation in bulls available, bull prices extend over a wide range from $3,000 to over $20,000 per head. Identifying a fair price during sire selection contributes to higher efficiency in operation economics. To estimate breakeven bull price, a bull valuation calculator has been developed. The purpose is to provide a general idea of how much a bull is worth based on key farm parameters. Bull Values – two Scenarios The value a bull provides depends on his individual performance, the environment (ex: pasture productivity), management (cow:bull ratio) and markets (calf price). For example, large framed bulls require more feed, leading to a higher maintenance cost, but that may be offset by heavier calves at sale time. Two scenarios were studied – a low maintenance farm versus a high maintenance farm. Table 1 shows the parameters entered for each farm. The default values in the calculator are the averages of the two scenarios. The low maintenance farm is assumed to have a larger pasture size reducing the cow to bull ratio, multiple bulls in a field with potential for fighting as well as rough terrain contributing to reduced bull longevity, and reduced feeding costs over fewer days, resulting in lower maintenance costs. This management style is reflected in the cow herd as well with a lower weaning rate and lower weaning weights. The high maintenance farm is assumed to have smaller breeding pastures, more labour, and more feed, which leads to a higher cow to bull ratio, greater longevity, higher weaning rates, and higher weaning weights.
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Despite keeping key parameters constant like the proportion of the calf value attributed to the bull and expected calf price, there is a large variation in bull value between the two farm scenarios (Table 2). Continued on page 18
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from previous: calculate! The high maintenance farm has a breakeven bull price more than double that of the low maintenance farm. In fact, the low maintenance farm would have had a much lower breakeven price if the annual maintenance cost was similar to the high maintenance farm. However, the lower annual maintenance cost helped to offset the lower cow to bull ratio and lower weaning rate.
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For the high maintenance farm, the producer can afford to pay more for a bull given the expected performance of both the bull and its offspring. The large variation in bull prices on the market reflects the different abilities of the bull to bring value to an operation. This is impacted not only by the bull but also the environment and management system used by differing operations.
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The value a bull provides is in the calves sired over a lifetime, the long-term genetic change of the herd, and salvage value at the end of a productive life. (As long-term genetic change is not readily measurable by producers, this parameter was excluded from the calculator.) The value provided depends on: cost factors (i.e., bull maintenance cost and death loss), performance factors (i.e., years of service, the expected cow to bull ratio, expected weaning rate, expected weight of feeders, and proportion of the calf value attributed to the bull), and price factors (i.e., expected price of feeders and salvage value).
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TWO YEAR OLD HAY (wwwbeefconsultants.com, February 2, 2021) Hay is a perishable commodity that deteriorates over time when exposed to weather. For example, 90 days after hay is cut, the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, and E start to oxidize and become less available to the animals. Supplementing vitamins should be considered at this point. When feeding two year old hay, virtually no vitamin precursors are present in the feed and it is necessary to inject or feed vitamins until the cattle are out on pasture next spring. When hay is exposed to weather for a year, the outer 5 inches of the bale has a 20% reduction in digestibility when stored outdoors, unprotected from the weather. Overall, the digestibility of the whole bale is reduced by 10%. Soluble carbohydrates and proteins are leached out of the bales by weathering which reduces overall nutrient content and weight of the bale. If hay is kept over for a second year, additional weight loss and decreased digestibility occurs. In some situations, older hay may be no better than feeding cereal straw. If you expect this older feed to be the majority of this year’s feeding program, protein and energy supplementation will likely be needed to meet animal requirements. As a guideline, hay made in the summer of 2019 should not be more than 25 to 30% of the forage in early to mid-pregnancy and 15 to 20% in late pregnancy. Depending on quality, two year old hay may not be suitable to include in lactating cow or newly weaned calf rations. Feed tests are needed to determine quality. If you are buying two year old hay, how do you come up with a fair price? 1) Weigh the bales. Don’t use average weights from when the bales were made. 2) Take a representative sample and test the feed. Does the quality meet your needs? 3) Price should reflect the 10% reduction in digestibility for hay that was stored outdoors. If the cows cannot digest the hay efficiently, more nutrients end up in the manure. 4) Compare the price of two year old hay to greenfeed. Pay according to quality not forage type.
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THE HORIZON ANGUS Sat, Jan 30
M.C. Quantock
M.C. Quantock Bull Sale
Exhibition Grounds, Lloydminster
Fri, Feb 5
Northway Cattle Co.
Annual Bull & Female Sale
On Site, Cleardale Colony
Tues, Feb 23
Crestland Farms Ltd.
Crestland Farms Bull Sale
VJV, Dawson Creek, BC
Fri, Mar 5
GRA-TAN Farm
Chittick Family Bull Sale
Mayerthorpe Diamond Centre
Sat, Mar 6
Ollenberger Stock Farms
Annual Bull Sale
At the Farm, Goodlow, BC
Tues, Mar 9
GoMack Red Angus
50th Annual Bull Sale
VJV, Dawson Creek, BC
Thurs, Mar 11
Excel Ranches
Excellence Bull Sale
at the Ranch, Westlock, AB
Sat, Mar 13
Brandl Cattle Co.
Brandl Cattle Co. Angus Bull Sale
On the Ranch, Jarvie
Tues, Mar 16
Cinder Angus
On Target Bull & Female Sale
Ag Barn, Barrhead, AB
Tues, Mar 16
DWAJO Angus
On Target Bull & Female Sale
Ag Barn, Barrhead, AB
Wed, Mar 17
J Lazy A Ranch
Super Wednesday Bull Sale
On the Ranch, Emerson Trail
Fri, Mar 26
Evan Binks
Heart of the Peace Multi Breed
Online Timed Auction
Fri, Mar 26
Lazy B Livestock
Heart of the Peace Multi Breed
Online Timed Auction
Fri, Mar 26
Darcy & Caitlyn Lind
Heart of the Peace Multi Breed
Online Timed Auction
Fri, Mar 26
Rafter SJ Angus
Heart of the Peace Multi Breed
Online Timed Auction
Sat, Mar 27
North Point Angus
Annual Bull Sale
VJV, Dawson Creek, BC
Sat, Apr 3
Lakeroad Black Angus
Annual Bull Sale
VJV, Dawson Creek, BC
Birch Hill Farming Co.
off the Ranch by Private Treaty
Eaglesham, AB
KJOS Angus
off the Ranch by Private Treaty
Fort St. John, BC
Mountain Side Angus
Off the Ranch by Private Treaty
Beaverlodge, AB
Rio Grande Angus
Off the Ranch by Private Treaty
Rio Grande, AB
Schulz Angus
Off the Ranch by Private Treaty
Spirit River, AB
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
Sat, Jan 30
M.C. Quantock
M.C. Quantock Bull Sale
Exhibition Grounds, Lloydminster
Sun, Feb 28
Pro-Char Charolais
Pro-Char Charolais Bull Sale
On the Ranch, Glenevis
Tues, Mar 2
Briar Ridge Stock Farm
First Annual Bull Sale
VJV, Dawson Creek
Sat, Mar 6
Wade Meakin Charolais Farm
Wrangler Made Annual Bull Sale
On the Ranch, Westlock
Fri, Mar 12
JayDawn Farms
Northern Classic Bull Sale
Evergreen Park, Grande Prairie
Tues, Mar 16
Eight Way Charolais
Annual Bull Sale
VJV, Dawson Creek, BC
Thurs, Mar 18
Lazy S Charolais
Lazy S Charolais Annual Bull Sale
VJV, Beaverlodge
Thurs, Mar 18
Spruce View Charolais
Northern Impact Charolais Bull Sale
NCLE, Clyde
Thurs, Mar 18
Valanjou Charolais
Northern Impact Charolais Bull Sale
NCLE, Clyde
Milne’s Gelbvieh
Off the Ranch by Private Treaty
Fairview, AB
Sat, Jan 30
M.C. Quantock
M.C. Quantock Bull Sale
Exhibition Grounds, Lloydminster
Wed, Feb 17
Jonomn Hereford Ranch
Bull & Female Sale
Online Auction Off the Ranch, Clyde
Tues, Mar 2
Briar Ridge Stock Farm
First Annual Bull Sale
VJV, Dawson Creek
Fri, Mar 5
Chittick Farms
Chittick Family Bull Sale
Mayerthorpe Diamond Centre
Fri, Mar 26
Reber’s Polled Herefords
Heart of the Peace Multi Breed
Online Timed Auction
Eureka Hereford Farms
Off the Ranch by Private Treaty
Eureka River, AB
Goldstock Hereford Farms
Off the Ranch by Private Treaty
Beaverlodge, AB
PHK Herefords
Off the Ranch by Private Treaty
La Crete, AB
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THE HORIZON LIMOUSIN Sat, Mar 6
Hillview Farms Limousin
Annual Bull & Female Sale
On the Ranch, Morinville
Thurs, Mar 11
Excel Ranches
Excellence Bull Sale
at the Ranch, Westlock, AB
Thurs, Apr 1
Pinnacle View Limousin
Continental Connection Bull Sale
Online Timed Auction
Sat, Apr 3
Dry Creek Ranch
with Lakeroad Black Angus
VJV, Dawson Creek, BC
Shadow Creek Red Polls
Off the Ranch by Private Treaty
Fort St. John, BC
North 42 Cattle Co.
Heart of the Peace Multi Breed
Online Timed Auction
Grundke Family Salers
Off the Ranch by Private Treaty
Alberta Beach
Sat, Jan 30
Lazy S Ranch
52nd Annual Bull Power Sale
On the Ranch, Mayerthorpe
Sat, Jan 30
M.C. Quantock
M.C. Quantock Bull Sale
Exhibition Grounds, Lloydminster
Mon, Feb 22
Triangle Stock Farm
10th Annual Bull & Female Sale
On the Ranch, Parkland County
Sat, Feb 27
Albrecht Farms
Transcon’s PC Simmental Bull Sale
VJV, Beaverlodge
Sat, Feb 27
Grimm Ranches
Transcon’s PC Simmental Bull Sale
VJV, Beaverlodge
Sat, Feb 27
KMR Simmentals
Transcon’s PC Simmental Bull sale
VJV, Beaverlodge
Sat, Feb 27
O Double E Simmentals
Transcon’s PC Simmental Bull Sale
VJV, Beaverlodge
Sat, Feb 27
Tri K Cattle
Transcon’s PC Simmental Bull Sale
VJV, Beaverlodge
Sat, Feb 27
Willowdale Simmentals
Transcon’s PC Simmental Bull Sale
VJV, Beaverlodge
Mon, Mar 1
KSL Simmentals
KSL Simmentals Bull & Female Sale
On the Ranch, Beaverlodge
Tues, Mar 2
Briar Ridge Stock Farm
First Annual Bull Sale
VJV, Dawson Creek
Fri, Mar 5
GRA-TAN Farm
Chittick Family Bull Sale
Mayerthorpe Diamond Centre
Fri, Mar 5
KIN-KIN Cattle Co.
Chittick Family Bull Sale
Mayerthorpe Diamond Centre
Fri, Mar 5
Rachido Ranch
Chittick Family Bull Sale
Mayerthorpe Diamond Centre
Sat, Mar 6
Fallen Timber Farms
Spring Select Bull Sale
VJV, Dawson Creek, BC
Fri, Mar 12
JayDawn Farms
Northern Classic Bull Sale
Evergreen Park, Grande Prairie
Fri, Mar 12
Willow Creek Simmentals
Northern Classic Bull Sale
Evergreen Park, Grande Prairie
Tues, Mar 16
SIBL Simmentals
On Target Bull & Female Sale
Ag Barn, Barrhead, AB
Tues, Mar 23
Halfway River Simmentals
North Country Ranchland Bull Sale
VJV, Dawson Creek, BC
Tues, Mar 23
Rosefield Simmentals
North Country Ranchland Bull Sale
VJV, Dawson Creek, BC.
Fri, Mar 26
Blazin’ J Simmentals
Heart of the Peace Multi Breed
Online Timed Auction
Thurs, Apr 1
KRS Simmentals
Continental Connection Bull Sale
Online Timed Auction
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
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Bull selection: breeding program (February 7, 2019 by Beef Research) There are a range of different beef operations in Canada, and there is no one breeding program that is optimal for all operations. Breeding programs will be determined by operational goals and the management practices that fit those goals. Here are some examples. A producer that sells weaned calves at auction may choose a crossbreed program with high calving ease and a focus on performance gained from hybrid vigour; or they may prefer the uniformity of a purebred program with reputation premiums. A producer that retains heifers and is looking for maternal replacements may be focused on maximizing the performance through inbreeding and outcrossing within a single breed; or they may develop FI crosses with higher reproductive performance and longevity. These choices may be limited by the number of breeding fields available or the number a producer is willing to manage. There are a variety of breeding programs available, and effective sire selection requires an understanding of the characteristics of the available genetics as well as your own operation. Purebred and Crossbred Cattle Each breed of cattle has distinct traits that allow them to excel in different geographical or management environments (Table 1). Depending on the goals of the operation, a sire can be chosen that has the potential to make positive changes for your operation in the areas you’ve identified for improvement. Table 1. Comparison between beef cattle breeds in Canada (Adapted from Agriculture Victoria, 2017) Indicators: • E: Early, A: Average, L: Late • S: Small, M: Medium, L: Large • 1 = high/desirable; 5 = low/undesirable
Source: http://agriculture.vic.gov.au/agriculture/livestock/beef/breeds/breeds-of-beef-cattle Also see Beef Improvement Federation’s across breed EPDs Purebred The advantage of the purebred or straight-bred approach of using only one breed is a homogeneous herd where cattle responses to environmental and nutritional factors are easier to predict. There will be consistency in nutritional needs, weaning, yearling, or finishing weights, and days on feed. The largest advantage is the ability to market a relatively uniform product, but ease of planning, and providing breeding stock forcommercial operations intending to maximize hybrid vigour may also be considerations.
Inbreeding When the parents have very similar genetics, the genes (homozygosity), which can have beneficial performance. However, negative traits can also sh expression of abnormal traits, such as lethal recessive hydrocephalus, etc.) It can also have more subtle e amount “inbreeding depression” in the population. Inbreeding depression is a reduction in performanc and it most negatively affects reproductive traits, fo effect on carcass traits. It is associated with an incr decreased levels of survival, growth, and overall perf be exercised when inbreeding as there is a high risk o is not managed very carefully. Three common purposes of inbreeding are to: • to test a bull for the presence of undesirable • develop inbred lines for a crossbreeding sys • linebreed, or to maintain the genetic contri larger population Linebreeding Linebreeding seeks to preserve and continually im ancestor. While linebreeding mates closely relate homozygosity (and thus inbreeding depression) wh high performing ancestor. Linebreeding is typically bulls with sufficient performance to improve the he Key components of a successful linebreeding progra • individuals selected for a linebreeding prog defects • meticulous record keeping of breedin performance • aggressive culling at signs of defects or low large as possible to accommodate aggressiv • keeping inbreeding levels low To keep inbreeding levels low, the recommendation ancestor to 50% or less (van der Westhuizen, 2016) to her sire will have 75% of genetics from the sire. parents to offspring are discouraged. Instead, matin are potential strategies. Outcrossing Outcrossing, or the breeding to non-relatives or d within a breed, is the most widely used mating strate increase performance levels, avoid inbreeding depre depression (Evans and McPeake). The more genetica benefit. One drawback of this system is that, if the difficult to predict the phenotype of the calves due t Crossbreeding With crossbreeding, cattle from different breeds are As the genetics from both parents can be very d both the positive and negative effects seen in out are magnified with crossbreeding. Crossbred he much more unpredictable in terms of calf weight, m time, and nutritional demands. However, there are advantages: • Heterosis or Hybrid vigor – this is the o of the performance reducing effects of inb depression. Heterosis provides improv especially in the area of reproduction and g the animal having two different copies of a larger the potential improvements. • Breed complementarity – where the stren example, when mating Charolais bulls to H contributes growth and performance geneti maternal and carcass quality attributes. This observed in herd averages.
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calf is more likely to have two sets of identical effects if the genes are associated with superior how up with homozygosity. This can lead to the es (e.g. curly calf syndrome, dwarfism, neuropathic effects on overall performance by increasing the
ce due to the mating of highly related individuals, ollowed by growth traits, but seems to have little reased percent of open cows and stillbirths, with formance (Northcutt et al). Generally, caution must of performance reduction if the breeding program
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mprove upon the genetics of a high performing ed individuals, it seeks to minimize the level of hile maintaining a high level of relationship to the y merited when there is difficulty finding outside erd. am include: gram must be of superior quality with no genetic
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Studies (Gaines et al., 1966; Turner et al., 1968) have found that compared to purebred, crossbred cows have a 10% increase in calf crop and calves weaned, with the calving percentage of the crossbred cows being consistently higher than their parents. Gregory et al. (1978) found crossbred cattle to be 7 kg heavier and 9 days younger at puberty than their purebred counterparts. Crossbreeding improves reproductive performance, longevity, and maternal ability of the cow. This is manifested through increased calf survival rate, as well as increased weaning weight. Overall, the performance improvements from crossbreeding can have significant impacts on the bottom line of beef producers. There are many crossbreeding strategies, for example: • 2 or 3 breed rotation, • terminal cross, • bull rotation, or • composite breeds. A terminal cross is where both parents are purebreds of different breeds, and the resulting calves are a 50:50 mix. However, to maintain this specific breed ratio, replacement breeding stock from purebred herds must be used instead of rebreeding the offspring. Another strategy is mixed breeds, where multiple breeds are used without maintaining specific ratios of each breed in the progeny. While this strategy does not require complex breeding management, there is lower uniformity and a higher level of uncertainty regarding calf performance. The optimal strategy will depend on the operation itself; for example, if calves are sold at a pre-sort sale or are part of a large group and able to fill an entire feedlot pen, uniformity becomes less important. For further reading on crossbreeding, NBCEC (2010) introduces an overview of different strategies and Gosey (1991) presents a more in-depth discussion. There are also challenges and considerations associated with a crossbreeding system (NBCEC, 2010): • a small herd (i.e., less than 50 cows) can limit choice in crossbreeding strategies • a higher requirement for breeding pastures and bull breeds for the more complex crossbreeding strategies (e.g., rotational systems) • more record keeping and cow identification as the current breed composition of cows can affect sire and heifer replacement selection • less uniformity in progeny • no crossbreeding system can overcome low quality bulls Conclusion There is no one-size-fits-all solution or breeding program that is best for all scenarios, as the right genetics depend on the individual operation. Key determining factors include: the management style of the operation, heifer retention (i.e., terminal versus maternal sires), number of breeding fields, and time of marketing. For example, a farm that auctions their calves at weaning may choose a mixed breed program with high calving ease, while a farm that direct markets their beef may prefer the uniformity of a purebred program. There are many different types of bulls available, and effective sire selection requires an understanding of the characteristics of the available genetics as well as your own operation. Deliberate alignment of the bull’s genetics to your operational goals will contribute to enhanced revenue and reduced costs.
distant relatives (i.e., at least 4 generations away) egy in purebred herds. Outcrossing can be used to ession, and restore performance lost to inbreeding ally dissimilar the animals, the larger the potential outcrossed progeny were to be mated, it is more This article was originally published on the Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) website, www.beefresearch.ca, and is reprinted with to the variation in genetic background. permission. The BCRC is Canada’s industry-led funding agency for beef, cattle and forage research. It is funded through a portion of e mated. the Canadian Beef Cattle Check-Off as well as government and industry funding, and is directed by a different, committee of beef producers from across the country. tcrossing erds are maturity two key
opposite breeding vements, growth. The effect of hybrid vigor is dependent on a gene, where the more unrelated the breeds, the
ngths of two different breeds are combined. For Hereford-Angus crossbred cows, the Charolais bull ics, while the Hereford-Angus cows have desirable s may not be seen in every individual animal, but is
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Mile 11 on #2 Highway South of Dawson Creek Ph: 250-782-4888 • Fax: 250-782-6300 Steve Aylward (C) 250.784-5136 • horizon@dcdn.ca Email: gsaylward@gmail.com
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Gumbo Gulch Cattle Company Dale & Steve Aylward, Dawson Creek, BC 250-786-5478 Heart Valley Angus Nat & Chris Tschetter, Wanham, AB 780-978-6407/780-978-6406 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
Box Box 2139 2139 High Prairie, AB T0G 1E0 zahacy@telus.net
Annual Bull Sale Sat, March 27, 2021 VJV, Dawson Creek Red & Black Angus Yearlings & 2-Yr-Olds
Mark & Ginger Zahacy Phone (780) 523-5356 Cell (780) 523-1356
Purebred Angus Genetics Box 159, Cleardale, AB T0H 3Y0 Pete (cell): 780-835-8291 www.northwaycattle.ca
Ollenberger Stock Farms Kelly Ollenberger, Goodlow, BC 250-262-1432
semen tested | excellent quality “Raising TOP quality genetics for TOP quality cattlemen” Stop by anytime to view the bulls
780-835-9588 donnarowe8@icloud.com
Lazy B Livestock Trevor Binks & Melanie Klassen, G.P., AB 780-518-0630 M.C. Quantock Mac & Pat Creech, Lloydminster, AB 800-561-2855
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REGISTERED BULLS & HEIFERS FOR SALE ON THE FARM Like Us on Jack & Shannon Trask
(250) 263-4904 • sjtrask@pris.ca • Box 127, Montney, BC, V0C 1Y0
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(The Profitable Kind)
Annual Bull Sale Sat, April 3, 2021 On the Farm
Jim & Donna Rowe Worsley, AB
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Altona Falls Red Angus Dan & Trudy Loewen, Altona, BC 250-630-2146 Binks Angus Farm Evan & Melanie Binks, Grande Prairie, AB 780-539-7919 Brandl Cattle Co. Byron & Gwen Brandl, Jarvie, AB 780-954-2599 Cinder Angus Brad Yoder & Nicolle Hoskins, Barrhead, AB 780-674-5773 Crestland Farms Ltd. John & Martha Harms, Buffalo Head Prairie, AB 780-926-9540/780-928-4649 Dwajo Angus Dwayne, Joanne & Jesse Emery, Camp Creek, AB 780-674-4410 Excel Ranches Ron & Barb/Cody & Amy Miller, Westlock, AB 780-349-0644 GoMack Red Angus Braydon Gough, Whitelaw, AB 780-274-0099 GRA-TAN Farm Grant & Tanya Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-786-2181
It’s What Gulch Cattle Company We Do PUREBRED BLACK ANGUS Visitors Welcome Northern Horizon
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Mountain Side Angus John & Judy Mayer, Beaverlodge, AB 780-831-8497 Bulls for Sale by Private Treaty
Agriculture Gumbo
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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
BULL SALE
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Rio Grande Angus Clint & Anna Collins, Beaverlodge, AB Clint: 780-814-1455, Anna 780-814-3875 Sadlier Cattle Co. Todd Sadlier, Hines Creek, AB 780-772-3978
March 16, 2021 VJV Auction Mart Dawson Creek, BC
MILNE’S RANCH Red & Black Gelbvieh Bulls for Sale by Private Treaty Harold 780.835.0365 Bev 780.834.7704
JayDawn Farms Jason & Nicole McQuaig, Sexsmith, AB 780-933-5530 Landaker Charolais Farm Alan & Shelley Landaker, Brownvale, AB 780-618-3928
Box 1573 Fairview, AB
www.milneranch.com
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GELBVIEHS
HEREFORDS
Lazy S Charolais Annual Bull Sale Mar 18, 2021 Vold Jones Vold Beaverlodge
Silver Willow Ranch
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Kevin & Barbara Quist Phone: 780.876.4649 Email: kbqrr2@hotmail.com
Maynard Boese (780) 568-4340
Curtis Boese (780) 876-4526
CHAROLAIS Briar Ridge Stock Farm Randy & Chris Haddow, Dawson Creek, BC 250-786-5048 Chad, Leah, Gene & Addison Haddow, Dawson Creek, BC 250-784-3924 Dry Creek Ranch Seth Harmon, Cecil Lake, BC 250-793-1858
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SMOKY RIVER RED ANGUS Red Angus Bulls and Heifers for Sale off the Farm
LIKE US ON
ROSEBUD CREEK CHAROLAIS
Selling Yearling & 2-Year-Old Registered Black Angus Bulls Off the Ranch by Private Treaty
RR 2 Sexsmith, AB T0H 3C0
59355
Pro-Char Charolais David & Kristina Prokuda, Glenevis, AB 780-932-1654
Dan & Holly Schleppe 1047 Berry Road, PRRD Home 250.786.5698 Cell 250.219.5698 dan.schleppe@outlook.com Spruce View Charolais Andrew & Effie Lakusta, Andrew, AB 780-719-0264/780-365-2079 Triangle Stock Farm Vance & Michelle Klepper, Stony Plain, AB 780-968-2354 Valanjou Charolais Phillipe & Rae Lusson, Clyde, AB 780-206-5440/780-348-5683 Wade Meakin Charolais Farm Wade & Sherry Meakin, Westlock, AB 780-349-1650/780-349-2982
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Randy & Chris Haddow 250-784-7012 Chad, Gene, Addison, Leah & Wyatt Haddow 250-784-3924
Chittick Family Hereford Ranch Raymond & Mona Chittick, Whitecourt, AB 780-778-0150 Eureka Hereford Farms Tom Basnett, Eureka River, AB 780-834-8170 Gold Stock Hereford Farms Steven, Ashley & Brad White, Beaverlodge, AB 780-518-0064/780-354-3190
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780-836-2125 FREE DELIVERY
Garry Cell: 780-836-0117 Ethan Cell: 780-836-0552 laddie@xplornet.ca
Box 67 North Star, AB T0H 2T0
Jonomn Hereford Ranch Norm Parrent, Clyde, AB 780-307-6586/780-348-5835 M.C. Quantock Mac & Pat Creech, Lloydminster, AB 800-561-2855 PHK Herefords Phillip & Helen Krahn, La Crete, AB 780-841-9409/780-928-3635 Reber’s Polled Herefords Serena & Kasey Reber, Woking, AB 780-518-2643
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Silent K Stock Farms Delano & Megan Kjos, Tomslake, BC 403-827-1819
BULL SALE, Tues., March 2nd. 1pm @ VJV Auction Mart, Dawson Creek
Ph: 780.356.3611 Cell: 780.402.5617 Email: schweitzerre@gpnet.ca
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780-864-6448 780-351-2608 www.schulzangus.com
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Joe & Courtney Schulz Box 43 Site 2 RR 1 Spirit River, AB T0H 3G0
Herefords Charolais Simmentals
ROY & ERIKA SCHWEITZER
32 The Northern Horizon, February 19, 2021
DAVE ROSS EQUIP. LTD
Ph: 780-864-3731,
Spirit River
Fax: 864-3468,
FREE delivery in AB, SK, FREE re-assembly onsite
rossequip.ca Feb 13 20
Toll Free 1-800-661-7401
Ross Equip. Ltd
Web site:
Since 1943
www.rossequip.ca
Feb 13 - 2020
Sales AL alross@rossequip.ca, WARREN warren@rossequip.ca JAY jay@rossequip.ca 7
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PTO
15
PTO
2020 DT570 Versatile 570 hp, P/S Del/Cab 110gpm 6 hyd diff/lock A/S/R, rev fan PTO #764540400670 wt 64,030# msrp $615,000
2020 570 Versatile 570 hp, P/S Del/Cab
2020 DT610 Versatile 610 hp, P/S16x4 110gpm 6 E/ hyd diff/lock A/S/R, rev fan pto PTO110gpm 6 E/ hyd d/lock A/S/R, rev fan #665470400674 54,635# msrp $585,000 #785550500540 64,185# msrp $625,000
NEW 7
Fin $500,000 for 10 A/pmts $ 60,500 oac
Fin $420,000 for 10 A/pmts $ 49,900 oac Fin $500,000 for 10 A/pmts $ 60,500 oac
Hyd As
CALL FOR TRADE DIFFERENCE
Hyd Hitc
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3
2
9650 650
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#395402161 Deutz 6120 CTV
30’ FURY High Speed Disc 22” C/O frt plain rear blades Rolling basket har 8-12 mph $181,000 133210520 10-15hp/ft$139,000 Fin $120,000 for 10 S/A/pmts $ 13,300 oac Fin $120,000 for 5 Ann/pmts $ 26,700 oac
35’ FURY High Speed Disc 22” C/O frt plain rear blades Rolling basket har 8-12 mph $193,000 140200988 10-15hp/ft $146,000 Fin $126,000 for 10 S/A/pmts $ 13,800 oac Fin $126,000 for 5 Ann/pmts $ 28,000 oac
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40’ FURY High Speed Disc 22” C/O frt plain rear blades Rolling basket har 8-12 mph $203,000 147201925 10-15hp/ft $154,000 Fin $132,000 for 10 S/A/pmts $ 14,600 oac Fin $132,000 for 5 Ann/pmts $ 29,400 oac
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Warren Deutz 6120 TTV (CTV) 50km, air seat, dual elec mirrors, prep for front lift, hyd 120 L/m, (31gpm), 4 remotes power beyond, susp axle R-whl wts, 480/65R24, 540/65R34, R- window defrost, susp cab, fast steer, R-beacon 12 v plug Cab lights R-fender ext, frt fenders, 6120 TTV #155346001 $154,000 Q7M FEL, grapple #181401001 $180,900 Fin $162,000 for 10 A/ pmts of $ 19,590 oac Deutz 6130 P/S
2018 570 Versatile 570 hp, P/S Del/Cab
110gpm 6 E/ hyd diff/lock A/S/R, rev fan #599370400053 wt 53,228# Demo $385,000
2019 DT610 Versatile 610 hp, P/S16x4 110gpm 6 E/ hyd diff/lock A/S/R, rev fan #764470400261 wt 61,035# Demo $495,000
2019 610 Versatile 570 hp, P/S Del/Cab
Fin $320,000 for 10 A/pmts $ 38,500 oac
Fin $420,000 for 10 A/pmts $ 49,900 oac
Fin Fin $390,000 $390,000 for for 10 10 A/pmts A/pmts $46,500 $46,500 oac oac
CALL FOR TRADE DIFFERENCE
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0 5,00 $29
2013 550 Case 550hp,P/S 16 F Del/Cab Twin Flow Hyd 6 E/ hyd 30” Tracks, 2,590 hrs, 12.9L
110gpm 6 E/ hyd diff/lock A/S/R, rev fan
#698440400330 wt 55,722#
Demo $465,000
$7,995
NOW
5
$5,995
Deutz 6185 CTV
$295,000
2017 315 FWD 310 hp16 spd P/Shift def
Fin $265,000 for 7 A/pmts $43,700 oac
$358,000 #240401462 DEMO $ 243,000
#295700953
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$98
2003 2360 Versatile 360hp 12spd 16’Doz 710/70R38 #950500627 4965h $99,900 Fin $80,000 for 5 Ann/pmts $ 18,000 oac
Deutz 6130 P/S 5X3X2 50km, air seat, dual elec mirrors, Sunroof w/ sunshade hyd 120 L/ m, (31gpm) 4 remotes, susp axle R-whl wts 540/65R24, 600/65R34, rwdef beacon, 12 v p Cab lites R-fender ext, frt fenders, 6130 Power shift #144321002 $143,600 Q7M FEL, grapple #171383002 $170,500 Fin $153,000 for 10 A/ pmts of $ 18,590 oac
Built For 2017 Versatile DT450-550 & Prior
100’ 2014 RG1100 R 1100 SS tank, Viper 300 GPS, RGL 600 P Cold climate pkg, H boom, Auto boom w 380/90R46, Air ride 327 hp 5 boom sen $586,250 #2992012 OPTION 4-650/65R
4 ON HAND 2 pre-sold
CALL FOR TRADE DIFFERENCE CALL FOR TRADE DIFFERENCE Bolt on“Level Ride“AIR Ride Kit
Finance $
12000bu/hr Ext
$55,800 @3.6% for 10 s
Del/Cab,3 pt, 6 E/ hyd 72gal, PTO,710R42 Duals
$215,000 @3.75% 10 Ann/pmts $ 26,100 oac
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9 175 NEMESIS # 251410 with FEL $250,000 $20 210 NEMESIS # 264420 with FEL $264,900 Less Front End Loader deduct $ 35,000 710/70R38 rear singles 600 65R28, frt diff lock, Deluxe Cab, Rear Visor QSB6.7 Cum, 5 HER, 42 GPM, Radio AM/FM, CD, WB Q/T 3pt 2014 2375 Versatile 375hp 12spd QSX11 hitch, Isobus, GPS ready, 1 3/4 rear shaft, LED Cab lites, frt fenders, Front End Loader, #205400771 710/70R38 16’Doz 604h $219,000 bkt, grapple, tines, back screen Fin $185,000 for 5 Ann/pmts $ 41,100 oac
Deutz 6185 TTV (CTV) 50km, air seat, 2 mirror cab led. GNSS SRC40 GPS Receiver, hyd 170 L/m, (45gpm) 5 e-rem 1 3/4” PTO, sup frt axle, wts, 600/60R24, 710/60R32, rwdef 2- beacon, 12 v Cab 4 LED, isobus, R-F ext, frt fender 6185 TTV (CTV) #271613003 $270,000 Q7M FEL, grapple #297676003 $296,900 Fin $267,000 for 10 A/ pmts of $ 32,200 oac
3250 Gal Ellipt. Leg Tan 4250 Gal Ellipt. Leg Tan Boom Arm Kit, Tank Ri Premium Hose Kit, 3”D Manifold Assembly Center Mtd Dash Handl Center Mounted Platfor
www.rossequip.ca • DAVE ROSS EQUIPMENT LT
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2020 models
Spirit River, Ab
www.rosschrysler.ca
On hand @
780-864-3731,
$285,000
800-661-7401 for Matt, Jay Al, Warren Feb 13 - 2021
23 sold Book NOW 7 2020 onhand
ROSS CHRYSLER
Since 1948
All Programs deducted
0 down, 3.99% for 84 mbw bi-weekly payments. w/gst OAC, vehicles may not be exactly as illustrated
MSRP $ 88,750
SOLD
71’ Morris C2 D/S paired row Air Drill
0 bu 4 tank 221bu, 107bu, 107bu, 221bu ssist Auger, dual 17” fans, Std Drive, ch Jack, 4 -800/65R32 tire, dual castor Tow Between $ 610,000 $
395,900
355,000 @ 3.8% for 14 SA/ Pmts of
$ 29,000 OAC
FREE Delivery & Setup Jay
0 9,00 $29
Rogator Sprayer r Pro, Auto Steer, Parallel swath, HID Lights, Accu wheels, Frt load Cab, Air Dryer nsor Foam marker 280 $299,000 R42 tires, $18,000
DF 22’s are 98% assembled & Tested in Spirit River then hauled FREE of chg to customers in AB, SK. We install FREE of chg all of the sub assemblies on the Drier. After the Electrical & Gas hook up is completed by the Customer we Commission the drier Free of Chg & Instruct the Customer on its operation
ler, Dash Trailer Kit rm, Center Mtd Step
MSRP $ 88,350
$493-84 mbw
$493-84 mbw
$77,000
$ 4,000 disc.
$77,000
19 D3500 Laramie C/C4x4 SB Dsl 6spd i076795oh
Diesel, 6auto
MSRP $ 63,540
MSRP $ 85,050
MSRP $ 82,050
$398-84 mbw
$490-84 s/ws
$535-84 mbw
$74,900
$77,650
$61,500
2021 1500 Big Horn 5.7hemi 8 CC 4X4 SB v757575c 21 D2500 Big Horn R/air C/C4x4 dsl LB v848776c c 2021 D2500 Big Horn C/C 4x4 SB dsl 6s i966745 c
Diesel, 6auto MSRP $ 61,840
MSRP $ 87,140
$75,950
$395-84 mbw
$545-84 mbw
2021 1500 Ltd Longhorn C/C4x4 SB 8s V8 v143782c 2021 1500 Classic C/C4x4 SB hemi 8s v950561c
MSRP $ 63,540
$533-84 mbw 2021 D2500 Big Horn C/C4x4 SB Dsl 6s v808751 c
Diesel, 6auto
disc $6,250
MSRP $57,035
SOLD
$50,835
$61,600
$325-84 mbw
$397-84 mbw
MSRP $ 99,940
$89,900
$586-84 mbw
21 Pacifica TL+ AWD 3.6L,9s leather dvd v950535c 21 D2500 Limited C/C4x4 SB rai.air.s i150898 nr
21 1500 Classic C/C 4x4 SB Hemi 8 spd v757575 c
-$10,000
Loaded
MSRP $ 83,240
$49,940
$82,200
Diesel, 6auto
25% off
MSRP $ 65,260
MSRP $48,120
$369-84 mbw
$225-84 mbw
MSRP $ 94,930
$36,020
20 G/Caravan SXT+ 3.6L,6s bkts, dvd i153453oh
20 1500 Big Horn 5.7 hemi 8s CC 4X4 SB i757588oh
-$14,000
Loaded
30% off
SOLD
$88,430
$533-84 mbw
2021 D2500 Longhorn C/C4x4SB Dsl 6s v477854 dn
-2,600
10
Fin
nk Front nk Rear inse Kit Deck Bulkhead
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MSRP $ 89,250
19 D2500 Laramie dsl 6s C/C 4X4 SB i369794
Diesel, 6auto
$55,235
,000 $57
s/a pmts of $6,200 oac
SOLD
$493-84 mbw
20 1500 Longhorn C/C4x4 SB hemi 8s i324787oh
$51,000 5 Annual /pmts $ 11,300 oac
72’ PILLAR Heavy Harow 16.5LX16.1,1200# wt on hitch in trans, Auto lock, hyd tine adj hyd spring adj down pressure, 9/16 x 26”tines. 72’ Heavy Harrow #57070509 1-O/H $69,000
MSRP $51,000
MSRP $52,320
MSRP $36,720
$266-84 mbw
$245-84 mbw
$220-84 mbw
$37,000
72’ O/H with Auto Lock
10 ft $61,985
$77,000
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17 Chry Pacifica TL 3.6L 9spd leather 9Ki538459pooh 19 G/Caravan GT 3.6L,6s leather dvd i889491pooh
21 Compass 4x4, 2.4L, 9spd P.seats, v434347 c
Demo 13k
25% off
40% off
MSRP $ 71,650
MSRP $49,520
MSRP $45,000
$255-84 mbw
$256-84 mbw
$178-84 mbw
$42,700
18 1500 Laramie C/C 4x4 v6 eco dsl 8s 94k i552349
$23,900
15 C1500 LT C/C 5.3L v8 6 auto SB 79k i493217
Total Tender System $ 75,800 Certified used Trailer $ 30,000 53’x8’6” Tridum Total $ 105,800
$34,100
Eco diesel
DSRP $ 26,920
Dash Steps with Handle, Rear 6’ Cage Platform Frt # 751151601, #105151901
$36,620
$37,140
$27,000
20 G/Caravan SXT+ 3.6L,6s bkts, dvd i403464oh 17 G/Caravan SXT 3.6L, 6s DVD 13k i734415 po oh
DSRP $ 78,000
DSRP $ 15,900
2001 FL60 Freightliner, 210 cat 5 spd 14’S/B i932350
09 Chry Aspen Ltd 7 pass, 4x4 5spd 224k i804109
$36,000
$13,900
IT is ALL RIGHT HERE ! $ 10,000 OFF on select 2020 models and if we don’t have what you want CALL we will get it. UP to 30% off on 2019 Grand Caravan and 25% off msrp on select 2020 Grand Caravan The DEAL’s have never been better lets DEAL TODAY. NO doc fees
TD. • ROSS CHRYSLER • www.rosschrysler.ca
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Hodges Simmentals Roy & Scot Hodges, Beaverlodge, AB 780-512-4669
SALERS
100% Customer Satisfaction is
The JayDawn Advantage
JayDawn Farms
WERNER and DEBBIE GRUNDKE ALBERTA BEACH, ALBERTA
JASON & NIKKI MCQUAIG SEXSMITH, ALBERTA
North 42 Cattle Company Heath Barnfield, Sexsmith, AB 780-897-3339
SIMMENTALS
“breeding for milk, docility and higher carcass yields”
59533
Leonel & Lacey Plante and Family Box 436, Kinuso, AB T0G 1K0 780.805.5327 • plantefarm@outlook.com
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 Ryan 780-933-5448 Steve 780-832-0883 Blazin’ J Simmentals Darcy & Caitlyn Lind, Valleyview, AB 780-552-4934 Briar Ridge Stock Farm Randy & Chris Haddow, Dawson Creek, BC 250-786-5048 Chad, Leah, Gene & Addison Haddow, Dawson Creek, BC 250-784-3924
spring select
Simmental Cattle
Chet & Jamie Jans
Registered Simmental Breeders
Box 223 Groundbirch, BC V0C 1T0 • We are still Canada’s #1 Red Poll Breeder • Maternal traits with light birth weights • Registered stock for sale on farm
Dean & Marsha Anderson – Fort St John, BC
(250) 827-3293 • info@redpollbeef.ca www.shadowcreek.farm
WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE INCLUDED IN THE NORTHERN HORIZON CATTLE DIRECTORY?
Listing are $105.00 per year 56191
(pricing includes GST)
P: 250-219-8200 E: info@fallentimberfarms.com www.fallentimberfarms.com
LIKE US ON
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
Quarter Horse
Yearling and 2 yr. old Bulls for Sale by Private Treaty
Fairview, AB njluken6@gmail.com
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Norbert & Janice Luken Norbert’s Cell: (780) 835-9314 Home: (780) 835-3165
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Home of Polled & Horned 100% Full Blood & Purebred Fleckvieh
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March 6, 2021 • VJV Dawson Creek
Shadow Creek Red Polls
Talk to your Northern Horizon sales rep about Cattle Card pricing
KIN-KIN Cattle Co. Gary & Faye Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-786-4500 KMR Simmentals Kent & Robin Malcomson, Grovedale, AB 587-298-5404 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
bull sale
RED POLLS
(c) 780.933.5530 jmcquaig@gpnet.ca
210022
FROM THESE AND OTHER SIRES SELECTED FOR TEMPERMENTGROWTH AND EASY KEEPING
O
Limousin
SALERS BULLS and FEMALES
(780) 924-2464 - (780) 982-2472
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 780-982-2176/780-939-2173
Nor-Alta
FOR SALE AT THE FARM
210101
LIMOUSIN
RED & BLACK SIMMENTALS AND CHAROLAIS BRED FOR CALVING EASE, WEANING WEIGHTS & MATERNAL TRAITS
59253
R0011847955
GRUNDKE FAMILY SALERS
BULLS & HEIFERS FOR SALE Elden, Einar and Ole Bakkehaug Box 156, Hythe, AB T0H 2C0 Home (780) 356-2113 Elden Cell (780) 518-3536
210029
PEACE COUNTRY SIMMENTALS Box 154, Cecil Lake, BC V0C 1G0 www.peacecountrysimmentals.com
BULLS FOR SALE OFF THE FARM J&M Farms JERRY & GEM GIESBRECHT 250.262.7867
The Northern Horizon, February 19, 2021
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 Triangle Stock Farm The Kleppers, Stony Plain, AB 780-718-9334/780-718-6024
SPECKLE PARK DESERT ACRES SPECKLE PARK Offering Purebred and Commercial Speckle Park Cattle for Your Consideration
Tracey Foster Duriez Site 16 Comp 112 RR1
1-250-264-8676
RIMROCK RANCH The Harvey’s SPECKLE PARK PUREBRED BULLS AND HEIFERS FOR SALE 250-719-9575
KEITH HODGES 780-831-7999 keith@arlshop.com
KEIRAN HODGES 780-933-5637
hodgey_177@hotmail.com
210030
REGISTERED SIMMENTALS BOX 655, BEAVERLODGE, AB TOH 0C0
Willow Creek Simmentals Mike & Mari Klassen & Family, Debolt, AB Mike 780-957-2814 Colby 780-832-6714
AUCTION FACILITIES LIVESTOCK EXCHANGES
WILLOWDALE SIMMENTALS
Dale & Judy Smith & Family (780) 524-2790 www.willowdalecattle.com
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Performance Breeding Stock Polled Reds & Blacks
Wolfe Farms Tony Wolfe, Valleyview, AB 780-524-3939
WOULD YOU YOU LIKE LIKE TO TO BE BE WOULD INCLUDED IN THE INCLUDED IN THE NORTHERN HORIZON NORTHERN HORIZON CATTLE DIRECTORY? CATTLE DIRECTORY? Listing are
$105.00 per year
Listing are $105.00 per year
Talk to your Northern Horizon sales rep about Cattle Card pricing
(pricing includes GST)
56191
(pricing includes GST)
VVJV Livestock Marketing Group Peter Raffan, Dawson Creek, BC 250-782-3766 Peter Raffan, Beaverlodge, AB 780-354-2423 Travis Sekura, Westlock, AB 780-349-3153 Craig Jacklin, Ponoka, AB 403-783-5561 Dean Edge, Rimbey, AB 403-704-0280 Wembley Livestock Exchange Glen Mayer, Wembley, AB 780-897-9570
FEEDER ASSOCIATIONS
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Bull Selection: What Are You Looking For?
DID YOU KNOW?
Bull selection is one of the most important decisions for cow-calf producers, with implications for short- and long-term profitability of the operation. The choice of bull can be immediately seen in the subsequent calf crop.
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If the operation retains heifers and/or bulls, the genetics in the selected bull will be passed down to subsequent generations. Introducing new genetics is a permanent change to the herd, compared to the temporary nature of supplements or management practices. As such, bull selection can be seen as a long-term investment into the operation. Research in the area of beef cattle genetics has been growing significantly. There are opportunities to improve profitability through sire selection. However, with a multitude of traits, breed differences, operational goals, and management practices, bull selection is a complex decision. There are a range of different beef operations in Canada, and there is no one type of bull that is optimal for all operations. Bull selection depends on many factors such as management style, calving season, labour availability, age when calves are marketed, heifer retention practices, and nutritional management. Before selecting a bull, operational goals should be estab-
lished and the management and breeding practices (see Part 1) that fit those goals determined. For example, a full-time producer who observes the cattle multiple times a day may not prioritize calving ease in a bull as much as an operation with limited labour. A farm with limited forage resources may prefer smaller cattle that are more efficient at converting low quality forage. To assist with making bull selection decisions, consistent record keeping on the herd will help identify areas of strength and weakness in the herd and guide you towards the type of genetic change you want to see. Once operational goals and breeding programs have been determined a producer can focus in on specific Expected Progeny Differences (EPDs) to guide their bull selection. Expected Progeny Differences (EPDs) When selecting a bull, Expected Progeny Differences (EPDs) are a helpful tool to predict bull performance. EPDs are the estimation of an animal genetic merit. They are compared to a breed average (not zero) and cannot be compared across breed. An explanation of EPDs can be found here and in NBCEC (2010). Table 2. Expected Progeny Difference (EPD) indicators by category Continued on next page.
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Bull selection: continued from previous Since 1957
Maternal and Fertility Traits Calving ease is a key trait that influences profitability. It is estimated the majority of calf loss is a result of dystocia (difficulty calving). Dystocia results in higher labor costs, decreased calf survival, and delayed rebreeding for the cow resulting in younger calves at weaning the following year.
To determine the significance of calving ease in bull selection, the goals and type of the operation should be taken into consideration. For example, if there is low labour availability, a high proportion of heifers, calving on pasture, or a new producer with limited time and experience, calving ease should be prioritized. On the flip side, an intensive operation focused on selling large calves may not find calving ease to be as important. Calving ease may also be an important trait if calving in late winter (i.e., February), as cold weather has been linked to larger calves and lower calf survivability (Hamilton, 2010). Other traits of interest are milk production and bull fertility. High milk production results in increased weaning weights. However, it raises energy requirements for cows even when they are not lactating. If the cow-calf operation has low forage availability, selecting for high milk production may lead to feed shortages and undernourished cattle. If running a terminal system and not retaining any heifers, the milk production trait becomes less relevant.
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Bull fertility is linked to higher semen quality and quantity, as well as a lower age of puberty for his daughters. Performance and Carcass Quality Traits As already mentioned, there are potential trade-offs between birth weight and performance. A low birth weight may increase calving ease, but it is correlated with lower weaning weight. However, there are many cases where a low birth weight is warranted; for example, when labour availability is limited or when breeding heifers. A low birth weight can be compensated for by selecting for higher milk production; however, as milk production increases, the nutrient requirement of cows will also increase, although it’s not a direct 1:1 relationship. Selection for superior growth can lead to calving difficulty and cows too large for the existing forage resources. When calves are marketed also affects bull selection. If calves are sold at weaning, producers can focus on traits associated with a higher weaning weight, such as milk production and weaning weight EPD. When ownership is retained, weaning weight is less of a priority, and the focus may shift to traits such as yearling weight and carcass indicators (e.g., carcass weight, ribeye area, fat thickness, marbling). EPDs can help remove some of the guessing game when it comes to carcass quality as visual appraisal of muscling does not have a strong link to carcass quality. Conformation and Structural Soundness Traits Photo credit: The Beef Site Bull conformation directly affects longevity, and his structural soundness is passed along to the cow herd. Conformation can be evaluated through visual appraisal. Key factors to look for are the bull’s ability to walk easily without discomfort, the slope and angle to the joints of the legs, free from defects of the claws (e.g. toes that cross over each other or turn up), and joints free of swelling and inflammation. Healthy legs and feet are particularly important for extensive operations and large pastures, especially if there is rough terrain or multiple bulls in a breeding field. Continued on page 39
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The EPD for calving ease takes into account numerous factors including birth weight. Studies suggest birth weight is the most important factor for calving ease – a one pound increase in birth weight increases the probability of dystocia by two percent (Herring, 1996). Birthweight, while important for calving ease, isn’t always a direct correlation, for example a larger frame score cow should have no problem giving birth to a 95 lb calf; whereas, a smaller frame score cow might, especially if that calf has a bigger head and shoulders. However, shoulder width and pelvic areas alone have not been shown to be useful predictors in calving ease (NBCEC, 2010). Purely focusing on low birth weights when selecting bulls can be ill-advised. As low birth weight is genetically correlated with weaning and yearling weights, such a breeding program may lead to lower growth performance (Herring, 1996).
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Cattle Market Report VJV LIVESTOCK MARKETING GROUP
CATTLE MARKET REPORT FOR FEB 19, 2021
DAWSON CREEK
BEAVERLODGE
WESTLOCK
PONOKA
RIMBEY
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Peter Raffan - Mgr. 780-354-2423 vjvbeaverlodge@gpnet.ca
Travis Sekura - Mgr. 780-349-3153 office@vjvauction.com
Craig Jacklin - Mgr. 403-783-5561 office@vjvauction.com
Dean Edge 403-704-0280 office@vjvauction.com
Auction Date
Feb 2 - 1,331 Hd
Jan 26 - 704 Hd
Feb 4 - 624 Hd
Jan 28 - 280 Hd
Feb 4 - 1,129 Hd
Jan 28 - 808 Hd
Feb 3 - 1,927 Hd
Low
Low
Low
High
Low
High
Low
Low
Low
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
$210.00 $260.00 $200.00 $255.00 $230.00 $262.00 $220.00 $255.00
n/a
n/a
$208.00 $250.00 $224.00 $242.00 $220.00 $258.50 $215.00 $250.50 $215.00 $245.00
Bid Range
High
High
400 - 499 $230.00 $241.00 $230.00 $244.50 $230.00 $241.00
High
Low
High
Low
High
n/a
n/a
500 - 599 $215.00 $230.00 $208.00 $225.00 $220.00 $235.00 $215.00 $230.00 $215.00 $241.00 $210.00 $237.00 $210.00 $249.00 $200.00 $240.00 $210.00 $242.00 600 - 699 $200.00 $220.00 $195.00 $209.00 $200.00 $222.25 $198.00 $210.00 $198.00 $220.00 $195.00 $209.50 $195.00 $220.00 $190.00 $212.00 $200.00 $222.50 700 - 799 $190.00 $202.75 $180.00 $190.00 $190.00 $200.25 $175.00 $182.00 $185.00 $199.75 $183.00 $192.00 $180.00 $195.00 $180.00 $194.25 $185.00 $195.00 800 - 899 $168.00 $178.50
n/a
n/a
900 - 999
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
1000+
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
Bid Range
Low
High
Low
High
Low
High
Low
High
Low
High
Low
High
Low
High
Low
High
Low
High
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
300 - 399 $215.00 $225.00 $215.00 $226.00 FEEDER HEIFERS
High
Feb 2 - 684 Hd
$170.00 $180.25 $168.00 $177.50 $177.00 $183.50 $175.00 $180.50 $175.00 $186.00 $175.00 $182.75 $170.00 $181.50 $167.00 $173.00 $161.00 $172.00 $165.00 $178.25 $170.00 $176.25 $165.00 $170.00
$202.00 $237.00 $189.00 $212.50 $200.00 $220.00 $195.00 $215.00 $190.00 $216.00
400 - 499 $205.00 $215.00 $205.00 $219.00 $195.00 $208.00 $195.00 $205.50 $203.00 $216.00 $191.00 $207.00 $200.00 $219.00 $190.00 $209.50 $185.00 $211.00 500 - 599 $195.00 $207.50 $185.00 $197.00 $190.00 $203.50 $190.00 $198.00 $194.00 $206.50 $185.00 $217.00 $190.00 $211.50 $180.00 $205.00 $170.00 $190.00 600 - 699 $185.00 $194.50 $175.00 $185.75 $195.00 $210.50 $176.00 $189.00 $177.00 $194.50 $174.00 $188.00 $175.00 $190.75 $170.00 $186.50 $165.00 $185.00 700 - 799 $170.00 $182.00 $165.00 $174.50
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
$166.00 $189.50 $168.00 $176.00 $165.00 $177.25 $160.00 $174.25 $165.00 $185.00
800 - 899
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
$152.00 $167.50 $148.00 $166.25 $150.00 $168.75 $155.00 $165.00 $150.00 $165.00
900 - 999
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
$142.00 $156.00 $140.00 $163.00 $140.00 $151.50 $145.00 $161.50 $145.00 $162.00
1000+
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
$127.00 $153.00 $141.00 $153.50 $140.00 $153.50 $140.00 $152.50 $140.00 $157.00
D1 - D2 Cows $70.00
$74.00
D3 - D4 Cows
$69.00 $55.00
Heiferettes SLAUGHTER CATTLE $118.00 $125.00
$66.00
Heiferettes n/a
n/a
D1 - D2 Cows D3 - D4 Cows Heiferettes $118.00 $122.50
Bologna Bulls
$90.00 $110.00
n/a
n/a
n/a
Feeder Bulls
Feeder Bulls
Feeder Bulls
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
Older Bred Cows n/a
n/a
n/a
Good Bred Cows n/a
n/a
Older Bred Cows n/a
n/a
Good Bred Hfrs
Good Bred Hfrs
n/a
n/a
n/a
Cow/Calf Prs (Y) n/a
n/a
Cow/Calf Prs (O) n/a
n/a
n/a
Cow/Calf Prs (Y) n/a
n/a
Cow/Calf Prs (O) n/a
n/a
n/a
Good Bred Cows $1,600 $1,850 Older Bred Cows $1,000 $1,575 Good Bred Hfrs $2,275 Cow/Calf Prs (Y) n/a n/a Cow/Calf Prs (O) n/a n/a
$74.00
D3 - D4 Cows
$55.00 $67.00 $55.00
Bologna Bulls n/a
D1 - D2 Cows
$68.00 $77.50 $68.00
Bologna Bulls
Good Bred Cows
REPLACEMENT CATTLE
D1 - D2 Cows
$82.75 $67.00
D3 - D4 Cows $60.00
$150.00 $158.00
$67.00
Heiferettes n/a
n/a
Bologna Bulls $90.00
$107.00
Feeder Bulls n/a
n/a
Good Bred Cows n/a
n/a
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
D1 - D2 Cows $70.00
$84.00
D3 - D4 Cows $59.00
$69.00
Heiferettes
D1 - D2 Cows $70.00
$81.50
D3 - D4 Cows $60.00
$70.00
Heiferettes
D1 - D2 Cows $70.00
$82.00
D3 - D4 Cows $60.00
$69.00
Heiferettes
D1 - D2 Cows $73.00
$82.00
D3 - D4 Cows $65.00
$72.00
Heiferettes
D1 - D2 Cows $70.00 $80.00
D3 - D4 Cows $60.00 $70.00
Heiferettes
$108.00 $147.00 $100.00 $150.00 $110.00 $140.00 $100.00 $140.00 $100.00 $140.00
Bologna Bulls
Bologna Bulls
$90.00 $117.00 $83.00 $113.00
Feeder Bulls
Feeder Bulls
Bologna Bulls
Bologna Bulls
$90.00 $115.00 $85.00 $110.00 $85.00 $106.50
Feeder Bulls
Feeder Bulls
$100.00 $130.00 $90.00 $120.00 $100.00 $125.00 $90.00 $125.00
Good Bred Cows Good Bred Cows Good Bred Cows n/a n/a n/a $1,900 $2,200 n/a Older Bred Cows 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
$1,500
$1,800
Good Bred Hfrs $1,850 $2,375 Cow/Calf Prs (Y) n/a
n/a
Cow/Calf Prs (O) n/a
n/a
Bologna Bulls
n/a
n/a
Good Bred Cows n/a
n/a
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
n/a
n/a
Good Bred Cows n/a
n/a
Older Bred Cows Older Bred Cows
Good Bred Hfrs n/a
Feeder Bulls
n/a
Cow/Calf Prs (Y) n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
Good Bred Hfrs n/a
n/a
Cow/Calf Prs (Y) n/a
n/a
Cow/Calf Prs (O) Cow/Calf Prs (O) n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
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FEEDER STEERS
300 - 399 $245.00 $260.00 $250.00 $261.00
High
Jan 27 - 1,480 Hd
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Bull selection: continued from previous When looking at body condition, the goal is to choose a bull with a moderate score. If the score is low, the bull’s performance is reduced as they lose weight during the breeding season. If the body condition score is too high, sperm quality and stamina are adversely affected. Temperament is another consideration for bull selection. Bulls that are aggressive, nervous, or flighty may be undesirable due to safety concerns (e.g. older operators or young children) or damage to facilities. On the other hand, as temperament is moderately
heritable, overly docile cows can pose an issue if calving on pasture where predation is a concern.
Conclusion There is no one-size-fits-all solution or a bull that is best for all scenarios, as the right genetics depend on the individual operation. Key EPDs include: maternal and fertility traits (e.g. calving ease, milk production, bull fertility), trade-offs between performance and carcass quality traits, conformation and structural soundness.
For example, labour availability during calving season and how closely females are monitored will determine the emphasis on calving ease and birth weight EPDs when selecting a bull. Or if marketing calves at weaning or retaining ownership will influence trade-off producers are willing to live with. Is the higher birth weight and time spent at calving worthwhile come sale day when
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you see that weaning weight? There are many different types of bulls available, and effective sire selection requires an understanding of the characteristics of the available genetics as well as your own operation. Deliberate alignment of the bull’s genetics to your operational goals will contribute to enhanced revenue and reduced costs.
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Beaverlodge
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WEEKLY LIVESTOCK MARKET REVIEW - FEBRUARY 12, 2021
CANADA / US $ Feb 12/21 $78.83 Feb 05/21 $77.95 Feb 14/20 BANK RATE Feb 09/21 0.50 Feb 02/21 0.50 Feb 11/20 CATTLE SLAUGHTER WEEKEND Feb 06/21 (prel) Jan 30/21 (prel) CANADA 59,282 58,842 EAST 14,077 13,473 WEST 45,205 45,369 WEEKEND Feb 13/21 (est) Feb 06/21 (est) US 611,000 653,000 CANADIAN CATTLE GRADES WEEKEND Feb 06/21 Jan 30/21 A 46,159 44,974 B 533 531 D 7,648 8,448 E 130 200 A GRADE MARBLING (%) WEEKEND Feb 06/21 Jan 30/21 AAA 72.1% 73.8% 26.9% 25.1% AA A 1.0% 1.1% CANADIAN CATTLE CLASSES WEEKEND Feb 06/21 (prel) Jan 30/21 (prel) STEERS 33,947 30,249 HEIFERS 16,078 18,800 COWS 9,032 9,540 BULLS 225 253 CALVES 3,031 3,080 CCATTLE FUTURES - US 4/CWT - CLOSE February 12, 2021 MONTH LIVE CHANGE MONTH FEEDER FEB 117.20 + 0.48 MAR 140.85 APR 125.17 + 1.40 APR 144.72 JUN 121.30 + 1.33 MAY 146.30 AUG 119.67 + 1.17 AUG 153.60 OCT 121.92 + 0.77 SEPT 154.68 DEC 124.10 + 0.55 OCT 155.13 WEEKEND Feb 12/21 Feb 05/21 US FSP-US$/CWT 135.34 135.65 CATTLE INDICATORS (by prod values) WEEKEND Feb 05/21 Jan 29/21 US - US $/CWT 9.56 9.41 CURRENTNESS Feb 06/21 Jan 30/21 WEST - A1% 11.1% 10.0% CAN - A1% 10.3% 9.2% FD:STR RATIO Feb 05/21 Jan 29/21 ALTA BARLEY 22.8 22.4 Feb 06/21 Jan 30/21 US CORN N/A N/A AVG CARCASS WT Feb 06/21 Jan 30/21 WEST STR - LBS 913.0 936.0 CAN STR - LBS 930.0 951.0 US CATTLE - LBS 846.0 844.0 Alberta Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry - February 12, 2021 https://open.alberta.ca/publications/3479685
$75.44 2.00 Feb 08/20 59,196 13,279 45,917 Feb 15/20 621,300 Feb 08/20 43,326 561 10,650 262 Feb 08/20 66.2% 31.6 2.2% Feb 08/20 30,666 16,438 11,756 336 3,396 CHANGE + 2.57 + 2.53 + 1.53 + 1.25 + 1.20 + 0.93 Feb 14/20 140.61 Feb 07/20 9.12 Feb 08/20 11.7% 10.6% Feb 07/20 29.8 Feb 08/20 31.9 Feb 08/20 892.0 910.0 827.0
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SLAUGHTER BULLS NCLE Viking Innisfail Olds BCLPCA STEERS 500 - 599 NCLE Viking Innisfail Olds BCLPCA (Avg/High) STEERS 600 - 699 NCLE Viking Innisfail Olds BCLPCA (Avg/High) STEERS 700 - 799 NCLE Viking Innisfail Olds BCLPCA (Avg/High) STEERS 800 - 899 NCLE Viking Innisfail Olds BCLPCA (Avg/High) HEIFERS 500 - 599 NCLE Viking Innisfail Olds BCLPCA (Avg/High) HEIFERS 600 - 699 NCLE Viking Innisfail Olds BCLPCA (Avg/High) HEIFERS 700 - 799 NCLE Viking Innisfail Olds BCLPCA (Avg/High) HEIFERS 800 - 899 NCLE Viking Innisfail Olds BCLPCA (Avg/High)
LOW $80.00 $90.00 $80.00 $95.00 n/a LOW $180.00 $225.00 $170.00 $190.00 $223.23 LOW $180.00 $195.00 $170.00 $185.00 $204.35 LOW $170.00 $186.00 $158.00 $170.00 $195.03 LOW $160.00 $178.00 $172.00 $165.00 $177.14 LOW $160.00 $185.00 $140.00 $185.00 $200.34 LOW $160.00 $175.00 $140.00 $175.00 $182.97 LOW $150.00 $168.00 $140.00 $165.00 $172.53 LOW $145.00 $166.00 $130.00 $155.00 $162.75
HIGH $115.00 $113.00 $115.00 $114.00 n/a HIGH $240.00 $246.00 $248.00 $241.00 $224.00 HIGH $220.00 $230.00 $224.00 $212.00 $206.00 HIGH $200.00 $202.00 $202.00 $193.00 $200.00 HIGH $185.00 $186.00 $187.00 $182.00 $178.50 HIGH $207.00 $213.00 $216.00 $210.00 $201.00 HIGH $190.00 $195.00 $200.00 $191.00 $188.75 HIGH $175.00 $179.00 $181.00 $187.00 $175.50 HIGH $170.00 $176.00 $170.00 $178.00 $162.75
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BID 300 - 399 400 - 499 500 - 599 600 - 699 700 - 799 800 - 899 900 - 999 1,000 + BID 300 - 399 400 - 499 500 - 599 600 - 699 700 - 799 800 - 899 900 - 999 1,000 +
February 1, 2021 January 25, 2021 1,286 Head 838 Head FEEDER STEERS LOW HIGH LOW HIGH $220.00 $275.00 $210.00 $277.00 $200.00 $257.00 $200.25 $259.75 $190.00 $241.25 $185.00 $238.00 $175.00 $222.00 $171.00 $211.50 $170.00 $198.00 $165.00 $191.00 $160.25 $184.00 $165.00 $176.75 $155.00 $173.00 $155.00 $172.00 $150.00 $168.00 $140.00 $165.00 FEEDER HEIFERS LOW HIGH LOW HIGH $180.00 $240.00 $180.00 $212.50 $180.50 $212.00 $180.00 $220.00 n/a n/a $170.00 $201.00 $165.00 $193.00 $160.00 $190.25 $155.00 $178.25 $150.00 $173.25 $155.00 $167.00 $150.25 $164.00 $145.00 $161.00 $145.00 $161.00 n/a n/a $125.00 $150.00 SLAUGHTER CATTLE D1 - D2 COWS D1 - D2 COWS $73.00 $83.00 $72.00 $80.00 D4 COWS D4 COWS $60.00 $73.00 $60.00 $74.00 SLAUGHTER BULLS SLAUGHTER BULLS $80.00 $112.50 $80.00 $106.50 REPLACEMENT CATTLE FEEDER COWS FEEDER COWS $75.00 $90.00 $72.00 $90.00 BRED COWS AND HEIFERS COW/CALF PAIRS (Y)
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Statistics & Data Development Branch Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development
Beaver Hill Auction Service - Tofield - Feb 8, 2021 Sheep - 536 Head Goats - 76 Head Sheep - Wool 0 - 54 lbs 55 - 69 lbs 70 - 85 lbs 86 - 105 lbs 106 & Over lbs Ewes Rams Bred Ewes (Hd) Sheep - Hair 0 - 54 lbs 55 - 69 lbs 70 - 85 lbs 86 - 105 lbs 106 & Over lbs Ewes Rams Ewe/Lamb Fmly
$/CWT $360.00 - $420.00 $350.00 - $430.00 $360.00 - $407.00 $290.00 - $340.00 $245.00 - $285.00 $132.00 - $240.00 $163.00 - $220.00 $360.00 - $460.00
Goats Light Feeder Kids 0 - 60lbs Doeling Kids 45 - 69 lbs 70+ lbs Buckling Kids 45 - 69 lbs 70+ lbs Wether Kids 45 - 69 lbs 70+ lbs
$300.00 - $365.00 $330.00 - $400.00 $340.00 - $385.00 $280.00 - $340.00 $240.00 - $280.00 $130.00 - $250.00 $150.00 - $200.00 $500.00 - $570.00
Adults Mature Nannys Mature Bucks Bred Does (Hd) Nanny/Kid (Unit)
$/CWT $300.00 - $380.00 $380.00 - $430.00 $380.00 - $420.00 $390.00 - $430.00 $380.00 - $410.00 $390.00 - $430.00 $380.00 - $410.00
$180.00 - $280.00 $210.00 - $310.00 $290.00 - $350.00 n/a
HOG SLAUGHTER WEEK END CANADA EAST WEST AB/BC WEEK END US
Feb 06/21 (prel) 453,495 253,043 200,452 67,556 Feb 13/21 (est) 2,664,000
Jan 30/21 (prel) 467,589 269,729 197,860 72,215 Feb 06/21 (est) 2,691,000
Feb 08/20 443,045 261,478 181,567 62,276 Feb 15/20 2,589,300
Feb 12/21 1.589 N/A
Feb 05/21 1.544 1.932
Feb 12/21 67.99 1.606
Feb 05/21 63.67 1.521
Goats - 52 Head Goats Light Feeder Kids 0 - 49lbs 50 - 100lbs Whether Kids 50 - 100 lbs
$/CWT
Nanny/Kid Units Nannys Billys Bred Nannys
n/a $2.20 - $2.90 n/a n/a
$/CWT $3.00 - $4.40 $3.20 - $4.40 $2.60 - $3.90 $332.50 - $352.50 $2.00 - $2.90 $2.20 - $2.90 $400.00 - $400.00 $450.00 - $450.00 $3.00 - $4.40 $3.20 - $4.40 $2.60 - $3.90 $332.50 - $352.50 $2.00 - $2.90 $2.20 - $2.90 n/a n/a
$3.00 - $4.40 $3.00 - $4.40 n/a
Hogs - 24 Head 30 - 40 lbs
$50.00 - $80.00
41 - 80 lbs
n/a
81 - 150 lbs
n/a
151 + Over lbs
$75.00 - $100.00
CAN/US $ CLOSE Feb 12/21
MONTH Feb-21 Apr-21 May-21 Jun-21 Jul-21 Aug-21
MONTH Feb-21 Mar-21 Apr-21 May-21 Jun-21 Sep-21
LEAN 74.00 85.20 87.10 91.90 91.85 90.83
CHANGE + 3.03 + 4.90 + 3.17 + 2.35 + 1.90 + 1.73
FUTURES 0.7872 0.7872 0.7872 0.7872 0.7872 0.7872
CHANGE + 0.0040 + 0.0039 + 0.0039 + 0.0039 + 0.0038 + 0.0039
Jan 30/21 221.00 Jan 29/21 N/A 8.0 Feb 05/21 82.80
Feb 08/20 216.00 Feb 07/20 13.3 10.1 Feb 14/20 63.70
HOG INDICATORS Feb 14/20 1.372 1.747
INTERIOR IOWA MINNESOTA HOG CASH PRICES WEEK END US $/CWT CAN EQVT $/KG
Sheep - 278 Head Sheep - Wool 0 - 69 lbs 70 - 85 lbs 86 - 105 lbs 106 + lbs Ewes Rams Bred Ewes Ewe/Lamb Fmly Sheep - Hair 0 - 69 lbs 70 - 85 lbs 86 - 105 lbs 106 + lbs Ewes Rams Bred Ewes Ewe/Lamb Fmly
HOG FUTURES - US $/CWT
HOG CASH PRICES - INDEX 100 - $/KG WEEK END ALTA AVG ONT AVG
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Feb 14/20 48.68 1.202
WEEK END AV DRSD WT US-LBS FD: HOG RATIO US CORN ALTA BARLEY US CARCASS CUTOUT US $/CWT
Feb 06/21 221.00 Feb 05/21 N/A 8.4 Feb 12/21 86.87
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Saugstad: wildlife management in BC - if in doubt, blame others News Flash: No steelhead return to Another River. Fishers blame loggers. Another Last caribou dies on Another Mountain. ENGOs blame industry. A third: Moose populations at record lows in Another Area. First Nation hunters blame recreational hunters. Although these headlines are fictitious, these are the type of headlines we see. Partially true, partially false, and very selective in what and how the information is reported, which makes for great difficulty in understanding what the true story is and why. To most, unless the story relates to an area you frequent and use for hunting and fishing, you may think: Why should I care? Well, you should, as where you hunt or fish just may be the next headline. In the first three parts of this series, I wrote on the mismanagement of our natural environment when it comes to fish and game species, with the lack of resources, funding, and effective management strategies by government playing a leading role. A commonly held belief is that it is always someone else’s fault when a particular species population is in trouble. That is natural and expected, as it is rare that anyone stands up and says, “Blame me, I did it.” It is easy to believe the headline that blame loggers when no steelhead return to an area that has been actively logged for years. The story sounds reasonable when there is no information to the contrary. But when you ask about the areas where there is no logging and no steelhead have returned, you get silence, as that does not fit the narrative. Sports fishers tend to say it is not them as they only play with them and then release. Aboriginal fishers say they only catch what they need. Commercial fishers say they are not allowed to keep, so they let them go, even if they are dead. Government says, we don’t know why, but we’ll now close the season and begin studying why after our budget is approved. And the ENGO that wrote the original story and whose ulterior motive was to stop logging, will just ignore the questions and go back to re-
citing their report about the watershed being destroyed. Much the same for big game populations in many parts of B.C. A licensed hunter fills out a questionnaire and reports they hunted for days and days and finally harvested one. An aboriginal hunter may or may not as they are not required to. Government will say no problem, lots of big game elsewhere in the province, just go hunt there. ENGOs will just say ban the hunt. Normally, why a species has declined is not clearly understood. Our province does not conduct regular baseline studies or inventories as part of their normal management practices. As a result, they have no idea on what is happening until they finally get someone’s message that there is nothing left to count or report on. Then the finger pointing and blame games starts, which keeps us all running in circles. What gets lost in this merry-go-round is that it is the collective us, the residents of this province, who are responsible, if not for the declines, then certainly for the lack of effective recovery efforts. Sadly, until we place higher values on our wildlife populations this will not change, as much of what needs to change is nothing more than implementing new management strategies that place values on our wildlife. As I wrote in the first three parts, management strategies are as only as good as the budgets they are assigned. Although we may not fully understand why steelhead or salmon disappeared, our biologists have managed to convince our governments that hatcheries to boost specific populations are not a good idea. Many of our ENGOs fully support this supposition as they would like nothing better than seeing industrial activities stopped in the watersheds that contain a declining or threatened fish population. But, as always, the rationales are only partially true. Yes, done incorrectly, hatcheries do increase the risk that local genetic variations will be af-
fected. It is also true that many other jurisdictions have and continue to successfully use hatcheries to boost local fish populations. Hatcheries do cost money, and that is something our government seems unwilling to do for rural B.C. Hunters in many parts of BC report low mule deer or moose populations, thus low levels of successful harvests. Blame varies widely, depending upon where it is and who is reporting. Common themes are too many predators, too many cutblocks and not enough thermal cover, too many roads and too easy for animals to be harvested, too much herbicide use, not enough forage, too much grazing and not enough winter feed on winter ranges, too many tags issued, season too long, too much unregulated hunting and poaching, and… The list is long. Time and space do not allow for comment on each, but there is a common theme. As an example, when an area is been extensively harvested and has a high density of open roads and cutblocks, hunting seasons and harvest levels can be adjusted in consideration of these changes. We already have Limited Entry Hunting (LEH) regulations, the ability to adjust harvest seasons and if required, close roads for wildlife conservation purposes. We don’t have to wait until the last animal disappears to address the outcomes we know will happen. Same for managing predator and prey levels. Regular inventories and population surveys, combined with local information gathering from those who are knowledgeable of the area can be used to set harvest levels and seasons, and/or implement predator reduction programs. Again, not complicated if managed at the local level with sufficient resources. Many other jurisdictions successfully accomplish this. As always, where there is the will, there is always a way. Evan Saugstad is a former mayor of Chetwynd, and is one of hundreds of thousands of B.C.’s hunters and fishers. He lives in Fort St. John.
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Peace Country Soil Health Academy: meet the educators! Shane New is a stockman and entrepreneur from Holton, Kansas. He is a graduate of Kansas State University. Shane was a civil contractor and sod producer for 20 years prior to completely focusing on regenerative agriculture. Despite doing various things, he has been doing soil health practices for many years. Some of these practices include no-tilling, cover crops, rotational grazing, and adaptive grazing.
range chickens. They currently market their meat and eggs. Shane and New Family Farms received the Soil Health Award in 2017 by the Jackson County Conservation District. This was awarded for outstanding accomplishments in the management of soil health and related sources. Shane also completed Dr. Elaine Ingham’s Life in the Soils courses.
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Peace Country Soil Health Academy: meet the educators! Allen Williams is a 6th generation family farmer and founding partner of Grass Fed Insights, LLC, Understanding Ag, LLC and the Soil Health Academy. He is also a partner in Joyce Farms, Inc. He has consulted with more than 4000 farmers and ranchers in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, South America, and other countries, on operations ranging from a few acres to over 1 million acres. Allen pioneered many of the early regenerative grazing protocols and forage finishing techniques and now teaches those practices and principles to farmers globally. He is a “recovering academic”, having served 15 years on the faculty at Louisiana Tech University and Mississippi State University. He holds a B.S. and M.S. in Animal Science from Clemson University and a Ph.D. in Livestock Genetics from LSU. He has authored more than 400 scientific and popular press articles, and is an invited speaker at regional, national, and international conferences and symposia. Major areas of research and business focus include soil health, cover crop/livestock integration,
adaptive forage & grazing management, high attribute pasture-based meat production, and alternative marketing systems. Allen and his colleagues specialize in whole farm & ranch planning based on the concept of regenerative agriculture. Their approach creates significant “value add” and prepares the landowner for multiple enterprise/revenue stream opportunities that stack enterprises and acres. This approach allows for enhanced profitability and/or investment value. They routinely conduct workshops and seminars across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. He has been featured in several of the Carbon Nation film series, “Soil Carbon Cowboys” (www. soilcarboncowboys.com), on the Dr. Oz show, ABC Food Forecast News, and in Kiss The Ground, A Regenerative Secret, The Farmer’s Footprint film series and the Sacred Cow film series. He co-authored a book with Teddy Gentry, “Before You Have A Cow”. Allen is a regular contributor to “GRAZE” and “Stockman GrassFarmer” and has written articles for the “Organic Broadcaster” and many other publications.
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Introducing Have Your Say! The Peace River Regional District’s website has a fresh new feature! We are excited to introduce the arrival of Have Your Say, an advanced community engagement platform that allows the PRRD to interact with the public using interactive and user friendly tools. The platform contains project pages for each active consultation in the regional district. Within each project page there will be an overview of the project and how your feedback will be calculated and used in the project lifecycle. Alongside the project summary will be a variety of engagement features depending on the nature of the consultation. These features include newsfeed style updates with the ability to comment, discussion forums, online surveys, polls, Q&A’s, guestbook, interactive map to view project areas and drop comment pins, and a place to upload your ideas using media or text. What about the current Engage page on the PRRD website? It will remain in its current position on the PRRD website until all projects are transitioned over to Have Your Say or re-routed on the website. Please watch for updates on the PRRD website and social media channels for notices of these changes. The Peace River Regional District looks forward to utilizing Have Your Say to gather invaluable input from residents and provide a collaborative space for the community to engage on active consultations.
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2213 Harrows & Cultivators
Rightway 50-foot Heavy Harrows. Year-2001 Model-7150 9/16 tangs Good condition Asking $13,000 OBO 250-262-7355
ON-FARM SAFETY CHECKLIST GENERAL FARM SAFETY 1) Are electrical leads, cables and equipment regularly inspected and maintained? 2) Have you replaced/repaired any exposed electrical wires, damaged electrical switches, power points, conduits, or appliances likely to cause an electric shock/death?
Heavy Equipment Misc Farm Equipment Misc Farm Equipment Livestock 2215 2220 2220 3535 1974 Knight gravel pup Tan2-24 run JD press-drills with Rightway 50-foot 1/2/3-Year-Old Registered dem $4,000 250-262-6196
2015 Load Line Tridem Clam Dump Gravel Trailer. $50,000 Firm. (250)261-1943 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: 1955 TD18A International crawler tractor for parts. Eugene. 780-835-0601 WANTED: Older mid-size excavator suitable for farm use. 75hp-100hp in running condition. Call 250-719-4967
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5) Is hearing protec�on worn in areas where you need to raise your voice to talk to others? 6) Are your firearms and ammuni�on stored in a safe place and out of reach of children? 7) Do you adopt correct handling techniques when working with animals? 8) Have you iden�fied the hazards associated with dams and waterways?
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Misc Farm Equipment
11-blade M.M. Tiller with seed-box, on rubber $200. 5-16” Case plow on rubber $450. 780-835-0601 12 Round bale feeders good condition. $1000. Please call 780-322-2388
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small seed+fertilizer boxes & draw-bar to pull both. $400. 780-835-0601 Case IH 5600 35ft Cultivator, comes with harrows, 12”-spacing. Asking $12,500. 250-787-6774 Chem Handler II comes with 2” Honda pump. Asking $2000. 250-787-6774 D8 CAT comes with piler and cutter, 3-bottom plow and parts CAT. $25,000. (780)928-2768 Degelman 7000 Heavy harrow,. 50ft. Asking $25,000. 250-787-6774 Looking for a hoe-drill. 20-30 ft (780)928-2768 Looking to buy 667C Clark skidder. Either Line or gravel. 780-836-2580 New Holland SC-430-SeedCart, Tow-behind, doublechute, Mechanical, c/w Flex-coil 5000, doublechute, 12”-spacing, 5”-rubber packers $60,000 250-787-6774 Wanted: 11-38” Tractor Tire any condition. Eugene. 780835-0601
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Heavy Harrows. Year-2001 Model-7150 9/16 tangs Good condition Asking $13,000 OBO 250-262-7355 Wanted: Coupe Field-sprayer in good condition. (250)759-4956
2230 Tractors
Looking to buy a small tractor. 35hp to 70hp. FWA. FEL. Call 780-285-9680
3515 Feed & Grain
Buying Oats, Barley, Wheat, Canola, Peas. Dry, Wet, Heated, Prompt Payment. In House Trucks, 1-888-483-8789.
3520 Horses & Tack
FOR SALE: Webbed harness, bridle, reigns and 2 wheel cart (for horse). Call: 780-359-2268
Polled Hereford Bulls. Semen Tested, Vaccinated, Small Birthweights. Free Delivery. $3,000 Call 780-836-2125 18 open Yearling Hereford Cross heifers. Vaccinated & ivormectin treated. Phone: 780-836-2125 2-yr-old Simmental Cross bulls. $2500. Vaccinated & ivormectin treated. Phone: 780-836-2125 30+ Registered Red Poll bulls for sale. Contact Marsha 250-827-3293 or catalogue online at www.shadowcreek.farm Built right sheds. Building quality shelters. Call John 780-835-1908 for your quote today. In search of Donkey for sale. Call (250)793-9654
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2215 Heavy Equipment EQUIPMENT FOR SALE Caterpillar D6-9U with dozer, cutter and piler D9H or D9G rollers New/Used Double & Single Flange Rollers D9H Top Carrier Rollers Used D9H Muffler and Hardbar D7G Cargo Winch with Pump D6G or Kumatsu 10’ Tree-Cutter D7G or D7R “V” Brushcutter D7G or D7R “V” Brushcutter Ford 9000 Winch, Poles, 5thWhl, GM671 Mtr (2) Lister 7,500kv Light Plants 650lb Sandblaster, In Shack, 40 Bags of Sand
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For Sale: Electric Elka-Baldwin organ. Interested make offer at (780)837-2081 or 780-837-0705 FOR SALE: New, never been used tracks for quad.. Call: 780-359-2268 Gold equipment. Designed for 1-2 man operation. Sluices, trommel, pumps, pans, hose, etc. 780-933-3452 Inflatable Kayak. 3-compartment rubber with nylon cover. Very stable and super tough. $500. 780-933-3452
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• Maternal traits with light birth weights • Dual purpose - high milk production • Registered Breeding stock for sale.
30+ Registered Red Poll Bulls for Sale Contact Marsha at 250-827-3293 or catalogue online at www.shadowcreek.farm
5020 Business Services
CUSTOM PLOWING Careful work done with Kverneland Phone Robert Cell: 250.719.8740 Office: 250.843.7654
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Livestock 3535 Registered Quarter horse
stallion, 10-year-old buckskin. Very docile. Docs Jet Cat. $1500 OBO. Call 780-926-6536 Registered White-faced bulls. Now known as Registered Black Herefords. Yearlings, 2-Year-Olds, & more. Information: 250-827-3843. Yearling, 2 & 3-Year-Old Registered Black whitefaced (Black Hereford) bulls for sale. For info 250-827-3843 Young bred cows. Hereford and Hereford cross.. prechecked. Vaccinated & ivormectin treated. $2000 Phone: 780-836-2125
Farms for Sale 6020 Quarter, house, sheds, shop,
water coop, dugouts, corrals, fenced, all services, Peace River 780-624-8265.
Farms/Acreages 6530 Farm for sale: house, barn,
shops, serviced. Cattle handling, near pavement. Grimshaw AB. 780-625-2396 For Rent: +/-500acres 15 miles NW of Spirit River. Farmed organically for years. $20,000/year. ronwiebe011@gmail.com
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Hay/Bales For Sale 9025 1400 rd hay bales for sale.
Hay/Bales For Sale 9025 400 Round Hay Bales for
Pasture For Rent 6930 Looking to rent pasture land
150+ Bales mixed grass hay 5x5 $40/bale Montney area 250-262-6196
5X5 Timothy, Brome, Alfalfa bales for sale. Can deliver Wembley, AB. 780-5125514
water coop, dugouts, corrals, fenced, all services, Peace River 780-624-8265.
for 60 breeding heifers for 2021. BC/AB Peace area (780)835-0319
Wanted To Rent 6975 Looking to rent pasture land for 60 breeding heifers for 2021. BC/AB Peace area (780)835-0319
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Feed & Seed
7ft heavy-duty-dozer blade.. (780)971-2350 7 rolls of 7ft fixed-knot game fence. (780)971-2350 4010 Forage peas for seed. Located near LaCrete. Call 780-926-6536 Good heavy seed oats, germination is 96 percent. Can deliver. Phone 250-782-0220 SEED OATS for sale. 99% Germination, common, nonPBR variety. You pick up at Wembley end of February.. Albert Friesen, Hythe, AB 780-518-2816
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Sale. All bales are dry. Phone 250-759-4956
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Hay/Bales For Sale 9025 Alfalfa/Brome mix round
hay bales for sale. Worsley area. $50/bale. 780-835-0577 Large Hay Bales and straw bales for sale. Peace River, AB area. $30-$40 each 780-618-1234
Hay/Bales For Sale 9025 Round bales: Alfalfa/
Brome/Timothy $50 Baled green/dry. Can load. Rob 780-512-5514
Buildings/ 9035 Steel Granaries
INTEGRITY POST FRAME BUILDINGS since 2008. Built with concrete posts. Barns, shops, riding arenas, machine sheds and more. Adam.s@integritybuilt.com. 1-250-351-5374. www.integritybuilt.com Grain/Hopper Bins
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10 Aeration Fans. 3HP/600V/3Phase. Varied condition. $3,000 for all. Call for individual pricing. Joe (780)285-2009
9145 Domestic Cars
2012 Ford Focus, 199990km, 5-speed-Standard, $3000 OBO. Fox Creek, AB (780)622-7340
9155 Sports Utilities & 4X4s
2014 Polaris Side-x-Side. $5,000 or trade on small tractor. Call 780-356-2411
9160 Trucks & Vans
Looking for Mini-Van with wheelchair ramp. Call/text: 780-841-6568 For sale: One of two HandiVans. F350 2011 or 2006. Offers accepted. Call/text: 780-841-6568
9220 RVs/Campers/Trailers
1988 24ft Prowler-Lynx 5th Wheel Trailer. Sleeps 6. $6,000 or trade on small tractor. 780-814-3611
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BULL SALE • HEIFER SALE PRODUCTION SALE • HERD DISPERSAL Call your Northern Horizon Sales Rep today and reserve your spot in an upcoming issue or one of our two Bull Sale Supplements FEBRUARY 5, 2021 • MARCH 5, 2021 Dan Przybylski (AB Sales) 250.782.4888 / 250.784.4319 Janis Kmet (BC Sales) 250.782.4888 / 250.219.0369 R0011839664
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New BC tech strengthens food security, safety British Columbia businesses are strengthening food security and food safety by adopting new traceability technology with funding from the governments of Canada and British Columbia. Traceability systems help build consumer confidence, making it possible to track the movement of food through production, processing and distribution. This information can be used to protect public health by limiting the spread of foodborne illness, strengthen brand reputation and help businesses run more efficiently. For sisters Emma and Jenna Davison, dairy farming is in their blood. Their family has been farming in Maple Ridge since 1902. To honour their agricultural roots while creating their own legacy, the Davisons created Golden Ears Cheesecrafters. Milk for their products is sourced from their uncle’s jersey cows next door and is used to produce 12 varieties of artisan cheese and butter for British Columbia consumers. The journey of each variety of cheese sold in their store is captured through a traceability system. From the milk produced in their uncle’s farm to the cheese made and sold in store, this system helps document the journey. The Davisons recently made the shift from a manual paper-based system to a real-time digital system with $6,500 in funding from the British Columbia Traceability Adoption Program. With the funding, the sisters were able to modernize their existing system, which has decreased paperwork, reduced labour costs and allowed them to focus on improving the quality of their products while looking at ways to expand their operation, all while building more confidence in their products with consumers. British Columbia’s traceability programs are supported by the Canadian Agricultural Partnership, which is a federal-provincial-territorial initiative to strengthen the agriculture, agrifood and agri-based product sector. Quotes “By modernizing their traceability system from paper-based to digital, Golden Ears Cheesecrafters is able to focus on what they do best while ensuring the quality of their product from farm to table. Our Government will continue to support important initiatives, such as this, that help strengthen food safety, and ensure consumer confidence in Canadian food products at home and abroad.” - The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, federal Minister of Agriculture and AgriFood “Family businesses like Golden Ears Cheesecrafters share their stories through the food they create. Our government is commited to helping businesses share the story of food from farm to table, and traceability systems help to do that. Strengthening these systems demonstrates how companies are working to keep local food safe and accessible to consumers.” - Lana Popham, British Columbia’s Minister of Agriculture, Food and Fisheries “As a small cheese manufacturer, we’ve had to make a lot of our own systems for controlling inventory. Using technology to make our traceability system more efficient and effective was something
we needed to do. This funding helped us rethink how we do traceability, allowing us to track products much faster with our upgraded system.” - Jenna Davison, Co-owner, Golden Ears Cheesecrafters Quick facts Since the program launched in January 2019, traceability programs have disbursed $1.12 million to 125 businesses in British Columbia In 2019, dairy products generated approximately $1.6 billion
In 2018, British Columbia dairy farmers produced 807.3 million litres of milk Cows raised for milk production can be found across most regions of British Columbia. More than 70% are located in the Lower Mainland-southwestern region of the province The Canadian Agricultural Partnership is a five-year, $3-billion investment by federal, provincial and territorial governments, with the aim of strengthening the agriculture, agri-food and agri-based products sector, ensuring continued innovation, growth and prosperity
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Melany Hysert joins the Rumble Alberta team as Director of Communications
The Canadian Motorcycle Tourism Association is pleased to announce that Melany Hysert has joined the Rumble Alberta team as Director of Communications. This new role was created to support the 2021‘Rumble Alberta’ road-based tourism event season. The main mission of this year’s event is to help commu-
nities and rural businesses in Alberta rebound through a safe and fun road touring challenge. Any type of vehicle is welcome for participating including motorcycles, cars, Jeeps, SUVs, and minivans. The purpose is to have fun, visit roadside attractions, play trivia games based on the History Check App, discover new hidden gems like cafes & shops, and explore the roads less traveled across picturesque Alberta. As Director of Communications Melany will oversee internal communications, organize and produce content for social media, and communicate with external news sources. All in an effort to support and promote this socially distanced event taking place from May 21 to October 3, 2021, throughout the province of Alberta. Melany graduated with honours from the Travel and Tourism diploma program at CDI College in 2018,
and received the ‘Award of Excellence’. She is currently in the final stages of completing her Master of Arts in Tourism Management degree at Royal Roads University. Before pivoting into tourism, Melany was a successful corporate professional in the energy sector. She worked in exploration, development, and business development in the geoscience field and held roles as a project manager and senior geoscientist. She previously worked as a social media intern for Adventure With Purpose, a responsible-tourism focused tour agency, and is studying best practices for social media during the pandemic for her final graduate research project. #rumbleAB https://rumblealberta.com/ About the History Check App: The award-winning History
Check mobile app provides Alberta travellers with attractions, services, and history in 600+ Alberta communities. Community menus, maps using the traveller’s location, and the ability to search interests and needs all provide experiences and options on this map-based app. About the Canadian Motorcycle Tourism Association: The Canadian Motorcycle Tourism Association believes that our heritage, history, and tourism are natural partners in growing better communities. Our relationship with our communities, motorcycle & veterans motorcycle organizations, and the tourism industry allows us to promote heritage and historical education that encourages motorcycle and military history tourism development.
RUMBLE ALBERTA May 24 - October 3rd 2021
• 44 Touring Routes + 6/10 Offroad/Onroad Routes touching 400-450 rural Alberta communities • Compete for prizes by earning points as you complete challenges • The event kicks off May longweekend and runs through the end of September • $75 for CMTA Members, $100 for non members *You can ride the routes for free, you just don’t get to participate in the specials,discounts, prizes, gift bags or “door prizes” etc. that each of the 50+routes offers. This is AN Economic Rebound Event ~ Drive and Ride with Purpose! See Alberta Through the Eyes of a Tourist! To learn more visit: RumbleAlberta.Com 210081
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Key reappointment made to the Canadian Grain Commission Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the reappointment of Lonny McKague as Commissioner of the Canadian Grain Commission (CGC) for a threeyear term effective February 13, 2021. Mr. McKague was first appointed as Commissioner of the CGC in 2017 and his forty years of experience as a primary producer has provided him with knowledge of current social and economic issues facing producers and their businesses. In his role as Commissioner, together with farmers, exporters and technical experts, he has represented the Government of Canada in international trade missions with key customers of Canadian grain. Prior to joining the CGC, Mr. McKague served as a Director and a Founding Member of Ogema Elevator Ltd, a provider of grain elevator products and services in Ogema, Saskatchewan. He is also a former president of the Canadian Limousin Association and the local Saskatchewan Stock Growers Association. In 2016, the Government of Canada implemented an appointment process that is transparent and merit-based, to search for Canadians who reflect public sector values of respect for democracy, people, integrity, stewardship, and excellence. “The Canadian Grain Commission plays an integral role in supporting Canada’s reputation as a consistent and reliable source of high-quality grain. With over four decades of experience in the industry, I am confident that our hardworking grain farmers will continue to benefit from Mr. McKague’s valuable expertise,” says The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and AgriFood
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Three distinct quarter sections west of Spirit Three distinct bordering quarter sections west of Spirit River, Alberta, Hwy 49. Selling River, Alberta, bordering Hwyland, 49. Selling in 3 parcels, each with arable water in 3 parcels, each with has arable land,home waterand supply. Home quarter mobile supply. quarterincluding has mobile home and 4 newer Home outbuildings shop, barn, 4 newer outbuildings including shop, barn, cold-storage and shed. cold-storage and shed.
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A must see working quarter near Blueberry A must see quarter near Stunning Blueberry County. Mountain in working Saddle Hills County. Stunning Mountain in Saddle Hills panoramic views, with a recently renovated panoramic views, with recently acres renovated 103 acultivated and log cabin. Currently Currently 103 cultivated log cabin. is eligible for organic status. acres Powerand and land is eligible for organic status. Power and land gas. Starting Bid $310,000. gas. Starting Bid $310,000.
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Latest round of compensation already delivered to more than 50% of Canadian dairy farmers The Minister of Agriculture and AgriFood, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, announced that 5,054 Canadian dairy farmers have already received their payments, totalling $267.1 million, under the second year of the Dairy Direct Payments Program. This represents roughly 51 % of the more than 10,000 dairy farmers across the country. Minister Bibeau made the announcement as part of a keynote speech to the Dairy Farmers of Canada at their Annual General Meeting. With these direct payments the Government of Canada is delivering on its commitment to provide full and fair compensation to supply-managed sectors for market access concessions made under the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Valley Realty, Peace River, AB
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Dairy farmers will receive $1.75 billion in direct payments over the course of four years, with $345 million made available in year one (2019-20) and $468 million currently available under year two of the program. Another $469 million will be available in 2021-22, and $468 million in 2022-23. The owner of a farm with 80 dairy cows will be awarded compensation in the form of a direct payment of approximately $38,000 for each of these remaining years. These amounts also build on the $250 million CETA on-farm investment program, and provide certainty on the schedule and form of remaining payments in the $2 billion total compensation package for dairy farmers. The Government of Canada remains committed to engaging the sector on full and fair compensation for the CanadaUnited States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA), and to providing compensation to processors of supply-managed products. Canada’s supply managed farmers are the backbone of rural communities across the country, and help ensure a strong Canadian economy and agriculture sector. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, these farmers have consistently demonstrated their outstanding commitment to providing high-quality products to the Canadians who rely on them. “Our Government is moving full steam ahead to ensure that supply-managed sectors receive full and fair compensation that gives them the predictability
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and support necessary for their success for generations to come. More than 50% of producers have already received their second payment. The Government continues to work tirelessly to ensure that dairy, poultry and egg producers remain resilient and prosperous,” says the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Letters were mailed to all Canadian dairy producers in January to provide them with directions on how to register for this second payment. Producers must register through the Canadian Dairy Commission prior to March 31, 2021 to receive a payment under this program year. There are 10,095 dairy farms in Canada, supporting close to 19,000 direct jobs on farms. The demand for Canadian dairy remains strong, and has led to a 9% increase in raw milk production between 2016 and 2019. There are over 4,750 chicken, egg, broiler hatching egg, and turkey farmers across Canada. These farmers generated over $4.9 billion in farm cash receipts in 2019, totalling 7.4 percent of all farm cash receipts in Canada. According to industry, Canada’s poultry and egg sector supports more than 140,000 direct and indirect jobs. Details of federal compensation programs for chicken, egg, turkey and broiler hatching egg producers, totaling $691 million over ten years, are being discussed in consultation with industry representatives. These consultations are progressing well, further program details expected to be available this spring.
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Exporting agriculture and agri-food products to international markets
The Exporting Agriculture and Agri-Food Products to International Markets webinar will cover the programs and services offered by Alberta Agriculture and Forestry’s export development team. This introductory webinar will also include high-level agribusiness opportunities in the U.S., Mexico, and Japan for Alberta exporters. ‘Alberta agriculture and agri-food companies should absolutely be tapping into the supports available to them within our team,’ says Evan Buie, international initiatives officer with Alberta Agriculture and Forestry. ‘This webinar will highlight how Alberta Agriculture and Forestry’s export development team can help you get your company to that next level…international success.’ Additional topics that may be covered include tips and
tricks to doing business in the aforementioned export markets, common mistakes and FAQs of new exporters. This webinar is aimed at Alberta agriculture and agri-food companies new to exporting, new to the export development team, and those interested in learning more about the current export opportunities in U.S., Mexico, and Japan. Alberta Agriculture and Forestry presenters include: Evan Buie, International Initiatives Officer Meghan Horosko, Senior Trade Development Officer – United States & Latin America Mary Beth Takao, Senior Investment and Trade Officer – Japan Office For more info: evan.buie@ gov.ab.ca Date and Time: Wednesday, March 3, 2021 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
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UNRESERVED REAL ESTATE & ACREAGE AUCTION FOR THE OF ISAAC BANMAN UNRESERVED REAL ESTATE & ACREAGE AUCTION FORESTATE THE ESTATE OF ISAAC BANMAN
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UNRESERVED FARM FARM EQUIPMENT AUCTION FOR FRANK & TINA & SONS UNRESERVED EQUIPMENT AUCTION FOR FRANK & FRIESEN TINA FRIESEN & SONS 1993 John 1993 DeereJohn 8970Deere 4wd Tractor 8970 4wd Tractor 1996 John 1996 DeereJohn 8770Deere 4wd Tractor 75D 8770 4wd400hp Tractor 1997 Cat Challenger 75D 6cyl 14.0L Cummins Eng, rebuilt fuel 400hp 6cyl 14.0L Cummins Eng, rebuilt1997 fuel Cat Challenger Track Tractor 2155 Bourgalt Tank Air Tank Track Tractor 2155Air Bourgalt 300hp 6cyl 10L JD Eng, St Eng, Trans, 7440St Trans, pump, 6870 hrs, 24 spd Shift 300hp 6cyl12spd 10L JD 12spd 7440 pump, 6870Power hrs, 24 spdTrans, Power Shift Trans, hrs c/w 9000 John hrs Deere wiring c/wauto Johnsteer Deere auto steer wiring Tow-Behind Mechanical Drive 710/38 firestone radials, tow cable, 4 hyd, Tow-Behind Mechanical Drive 710/38 firestone radials, tow cable,9000 4 hyd, hrs, 3 hyd, Case 250 hrsdrain, on 520/85R38 hrs,drain, 3 hyd, Case 250 hrs on 520/85R38 andDeere atu, 10 spd power shift 4 hyd, and atu, 10 spdtrans, power shift hyd trans, 4 hyd, hyd 2 hyd return lines, Deere 2 hyd comes return with lines,John comes with John New Rubber. s/n NewRW8770S004729 Rubber. s/n RW8770S004729 return, ag hitch, LEDaglights return, hitch, LED lights auto steer wiring autoand steeratu wiring and atu
JUNE JUNE 10:0010:00 am |am Thursday, | Thursday,
3rd, 3rd, 20212021 June 0303June La Crete, Alberta La Crete, Alberta
UNRESERVED AUCTION FOR JAKE & HELEN SUSIE SUSIE WOLFE UNRESERVED AUCTION FORJJAKE J & HELEN WOLFE
40Ft Willrich BarPacker Bar Riteway 40ft Wing-up BarPacker Bar Bourgalt 40Ft Air Seeder used as used as 40Ft Packer 40FtCultivator Willrich Cultivator 40Ft Riteway 40ft Packer Wing-up Bourgalt 40Ft Air Seeder w/ P30 packers w/ P30 packers Harrows
Rear Hitch, Mounted Tine Harrows cultivator, cultivator, 8” spacing,8”Mtd Harrows Rear Hitch, Mounted Tine Harrows spacing, Mtd
JUNE JUNE 10:0010:00 am |am Saturday, | Saturday,
5th, 5th, 20212021 June 0505June La Crete, Alberta La Crete, Alberta
UNRESERVED AUCTION FOR THE OF DAVD W. MARTENS UNRESERVED AUCTION FORESTATE THE ESTATE OF DAVD W. MARTENS 2007 Dodge 2007 4x4 Q/Cab DeckDually Truck Deck Truck DodgeDually 4x4 Q/Cab 306000 km, 6.7L Cummins Diesel Eng, Diesel Eng, 306000 km, 6.7L Cummins 1993 T800 Kenworth T/A Grain Truck 1993 T800 Kenworth T/A Grain Truck replaced transmission at 305 000 km, new000 km, replaced transmission at 305 new 1998 Honda 1998 Foreman 450ES 4x4 Quad Honda Foreman 450ES 4x4 Quad Hoist & Tailgate, Roll&Tarp, 19ftfor box, Remote for Hoist Tailgate, Rollkm Tarp, PTO DrivePTO Rootpicker (LH Drive)(LHMichelin tires,steering fifth wheel ball Drive Rootpicker Drive)steering unknown, km big unknown, horn 25” Tires, Winch, Michelin tires,and fifth wheel19ft andbox, ballRemote big horn 25” Tires, Winch, Rebuiltand 425 catRebuilt eng, 18425 spdcat trans, A/R susp,46 rr, A/R susp, eng,4618rr,spd trans, hitch, air conditioning, power windows andwindows LED lights LED lights 1000PTOv hitch, air conditioning, power 1000PTOv new Michelin steering tires steering tires new Michelin locks, 600 liter fuel 600 tankliter fuel tank locks,
•54 ft Seedhawk Airdrill w/ 2009 1910 JD 430 bushel 3-Comp •54 ft Seedhawk Airdrill w/ 2009 1910 JD 430 bushelCart 3-Comp Cart Dble Shoot, 12”Shoot, 12” Dble spacing, 12” Conveyor, updated JD Meter JD Boxes, 1- yellow 1-green spacing, 12” Conveyor, updated Meter Boxes, roller, 1- yellow roller, 1-green roller, 1- black roller,roller 1- black roller
Selling Selling Grain Grain BinsBins
& Seeder •Misc Drill DrillParts & Seeder Parts •Misc 3- JD meter black, green & blue. air cart tires. multiple 3- rollers, JD meter rollers, black, greenUsed & blue. Used air cart tires. rolls. multiple rolls. new 1” airnew drill1” hose. Sprayer rolls tire. Unused air seeder hose air drill hose.tire. Sprayer rolls2.5” Unused 2.5” air seeder hose
(Off(Off site)site)
• 12in x80Ft • 12in x80Ft SakundiakSakundiak Swing Auger Swing Auger w/ hyd Tub remote electric swing, never spillnever spoutspill system w/Lift, hydLED Tub lights, Lift, LED lights, remote electric swing, spout system
For more L.A.M @ 780-928-3898 For info morecall info call L.A.M @ 780-928-3898 License #343597 License #343597
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JUNE JUNE 9:009:00 am |am Saturday, | Saturday,
12, 2021 June 12, 2021 1212June La Crete, Alberta La Crete, Alberta
2005.2005. 96,000 km km 2012 2012 like new 96,000 liketrailer new trailer
UNRESERVED FARM EQUIPMENT AUCTION FOR AGATHA HARMS & THE & ESTATE OF JOHN W HARMS UNRESERVED FARM EQUIPMENT AUCTION FOR AGATHA HARMS THE ESTATE OF JOHN W HARMS
JUNE JUNE 10:0010:00 am |am Saturday, | Saturday,
19th,19th, 20212021 June 1919June BlueBlue Hills,Hills, Alberta Alberta
For more info call @ 780-928-3898 For more infoL.A.M call L.A.M @ 780-928-3898 License #343597 License #343597
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March 30th, 2021
Equipment Auction – Rycroft, Alberta LORNE: 250-219-0871
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This auction features a Complete Dispersal for K&R Services Ltd. from Fairview, Alberta.
2014 JOHN DEERE 210G LC HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR
2015 CATERPILLAR 326FL HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR
2016 CATERPILLAR 323FL HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR
1 of 3 – 2019 JOHN DEERE 325G MULTI TERRAIN LOADER
2014 CASE IH WD1203 SERIES II 36 FT. SWATHER
LJ WELDING 16P-700 PIPE WELDING POSITIONER
2014 CATERPILLAR TH514C 4X4X4 TELESCOPIC FORKLIFT
LINCOLN ELECTRIC RANGER 305G WELDER
2011 CXIC 8 X 40 FT SHIPPING CONTAINER
ONLY 1,750 KM
2007 FREIGHTLINER M2106 FERRARI 714A4 BOOM TRUCK
2010 CHEVROLET EXPRESS 12 PASSENGER VAN
2014 DODGE 3500HD SLT CREW CAB PICKUP
1 of 2 – 2014 DODGE 3500HD SLT FLATBED TRUCK
2012 CYNERGY CARGO SWIFT T/A ENCLOSED TRAILER
1 of 2 – 1978 NODWELL F110 ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE
2011 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500 LTZ CREW CAB PICKUP
2015 GMC SIERRA 1500 SLE CREW CAB PICKUP
Timed Auction bidding begins:
Thursday, March 25th at 9:00am
UNUSED – 2019 DODGE RAM 5500HD SLT CREW CAB BOOM TRUCK
Bidding begins to close:
Tuesday, March 30th at 10:00am
OTHER UPCOMING AUCTIONS:
Willie & Patsy Kurjata
Walter & Hildegard Ammann
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 26 , 2021
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FORT ST. JOHN, B.C.
6719 Elevator Road • Logan 250-261-1038
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1100—11th Street West 888-354-3620 Office 780-354-3622 Dave 780-882-3545 Kenny 780-512-6682 Larry 780-518-3734
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1100 - 1300 - 1600 - 2000
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