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Prentice government to improve accountability, end entitlements

September 24, 2014 Premier Jim Prentice today announced that government plans to introduce a new Accountability Act to restore public trust, improve accountability, and end entitlements. The Accountability Act will be introduced in the fall sitting of the Legislature to ensure that the highest ethical standards and accountability measures prevail among those who serve Albertans. “I promised Albertans that as Premier, I will change the way things are done in government. I have been clear on my commitment to end entitlements

and restore public trust. One of the first actions I will take when we return to the Legislature will be to introduce legislation that strengthens our accountability to Albertans.” Jim Prentice, Premier The Prentice government will: • Strengthen conflict-of-interest guidelines for political staff • Extend the cooling off period for elected officials, political staff and senior civil servants • Eliminate sweetheart severance packages for political staff • Eliminate sole-source contracts all contracts will be through a competi-

tive bid process, or in extreme circumstances, a selection will be made from a prequalified vendor list • Introduce clear rules to enforce the distinction between registered lobbyists and government consultants; and • Present Alberta’s finances in a clear, consolidated format in a manner with which the Auditor General of Alberta accepts and agrees. “It is an honour and a privilege to serve Albertans. But being worthy of that honour and privilege depends upon the public having confidence in our integrity as their servants in government. Anyone who wishes to be a part of this

government, and a part of my team, will be held to the highest possible standards of public service. I will work hand-inhand with the Ethics Commissioner to ensure we have the highest standard of accountability. Under my leadership, this government will be guided by respect for Albertans, for Alberta tax dollars, and for the honour of serving our great province.” Jim Prentice, Premier Media inquiries Emily Woods 780-668-8617 Press Secretary to the Premier

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minearum, he says, and the numbers are expected to increase. "As we progress through the harvest season and as the wheat and durum spends more time in the field, I expect other fusarium species to start climbing as well," he says. Wheat samples show decreased germination rates due to weathering and immature seed, Carriere says. He expects the trend to continue as more of the crop is combined. Late seeding -- combined with low temperatures earlier this month -- resulted in some frost damaged seed. Carriere says the impact on next year is unknown. "Frost-damaged seed will germinate quite nicely, but higher (growing) stress levels will cause problems," Carriere says. "If you went into next spring and the weather was perfect, you could probably get away with it. However, if you put any stress on those seedlings, they

will start to die out on you." Germination and vigour for peas are fairly good, but weathered lentils have less vigour because the seed coat wrinkles and can come off. Carriere expects to see quite a bit of 2013 seed going into the ground next spring, even though germination rates were generally only slightly above the long-term average for all crops, except peas. "Seed that is stored properly over a year tends not to lose its germ or vigour, unless there are specific reasons why it has. Those could be things like leaving a lid on the bin open, allowing moisture in. That will start dropping your germination faster than anything." Carriere advises sending samples for testing before the busy January, February and March period.

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How healthy is our soil? By : Monika Benoit When someone says the words ‘soil health,’ what comes to mind? How would you define healthy soil? How do you know if your soil is healthy? Will soil tests help explain this? Soil health is becoming an increasingly interesting topic, and something worth paying attention to. Farmers, governments and scientists around the world are starting to pay more attention to our soil, and it has been said that we need to stop viewing it as only ‘dirt.’ I had the privilege of attending the World Congress on Conservation Agriculture this past June in Winnipeg. It was an eye-opening and worthwhile experience for me; I had the chance to spend 3 days with other farmers, industry members and scientists from around the world. I was fascinated to learn about work being done in Iowa on issues with high saline soils, a new annual grain plant species being developed at the University of Manitoba, and how diverse farms are in Uzbekistan as a strategy to ensure family farms are profitable. But perhaps the most important thing I learned was the importance of our soil, that on a global scale, soil degradation is an under-appreciated crisis. Dr. David Montgomery, author of “Dirt: The Erosion of Civilization,’ said that soil is a strategic resource, and as a society, we don’t talk about it nearly enough. Dr. Montgomery stated that over the past forty years, soil erosion and degradation has caused farmers around the world to abandon ~430 million hectares of arable land, which is approximately one third of all present cropland around the world. Much of this severe soil degradation and loss is occurring in the developing world where forests are being cleared, and land is only farmed for a few years and then abandoned because it isn’t suited to cropping and the farming techniques are very primitive. In our own backyard soil degradation and loss may not be apparent, but is it something we should be paying attention to? Definitely. In a 1937 letter to all of the State Governors of the United States, President Franklin D. Roosevelt wrote, “The Nation that destroys its soil destroys itself.” In the letter, he urges all States to legislate programs for soil conservation in order to encourage the entire nation to take action in response to the devastation of dust storms, floods and massive crop failures in the 1930s. Legislation was put in place across the United States and Soil Conservation Districts were formed. President Roosevelt recognized the importance of soil, and across North America, including in Canada many practices changed in an effort to restore the soil. Over the past few decades, many advancements have been made in agriculture, including the adoption of reduced till and no-till on many farms, and cattlemen and forage producers have played a significant role in managing their land in a way that conserves and enhances soil health. In spite of these advancements, we are

finding that there is a factor limiting production, costly inputs are needed to keep production at peak levels, and profitability on our farms is a challenge; learning about and improving soil health with a new way of thinking could be the answer to these issues. How do you know if your soil is healthy? The first step is recognizing that soil is not an industrial commodity, and if not taken care of, it can be “used up.” Soil is an ecosystem that we can learn about and work with to have healthy and productive land with minimal inputs. Work is being done by several scientists in Canada, Australia and the United States to gain a better understanding of measuring parameters of soil health that have yet to be examined. Work being done at Cornell University by Bianca Moebius-Clune has identified biological and physical factors that have never been examined before are limiting agricultural production today. The Cornell Soil Health website (http://soilhealth.cals.cornell.edu) states that there are three components to soil health: physical, chemical, and biological. The chemical components such as nutrients and pH have long been analyzed, but there is limited knowledge of the physical and biological components. The physical components include things like compaction and water infiltration and both are limiting factors of plant growth. The biological components are the least understood, and according to Canadian soil scientist Dr. Jill Clapperton, the biological aspect of soil health is the most important (WCCA Conference, 2014, Winnipeg). When we talk about the biological aspect, we are referring to the soil biota, which includes things such as earthworm populations, microbes, mycorrhiza fungi, nematodes, mites, protozoa, bacteria and many more things that work together to decay organic matter and take care of the cycling of macro and micro-nutrients into forms that plants can use. Healthy soil biota stabilizes soil aggregates to build a healthier soil habitat, improve the soil structure and productivity to result in healthier, more productive land and farms (http://www.rhizoterra.com/ What_is_soil_health). So what can we do to manage our land to improve our soil health, and especially focusing on the biological aspect? Some of the key techniques include some that are already practiced by Peace Country Producers. Dr. Jill Clapperton gives several tips (WCCA Conference, 2014, Winnipeg): • Reduce or eliminate soil disturbance (tillage), as it destroys the soil habitat of the soil biota • Increase soil organic carbon by keeping the soil covered at all times; the organic carbon in soil is feeding the soil biota which in turn feed the plants. • Increase the diversity of species in our crop rotations and forages by seeding multiple species. Plant root diversity is very important for good soil health CONTINUED ON PAGE 10

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Taken from the ARECA website (http://www.areca.ab.ca/) September 30, 2014

EFP Manager, Fiona Briody Moving On Areca is sad to announce that our Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) manager, Fiona Briody, is leaving us. Fiona has developed a new EFP logo, attended many tradeshows and events, tweaked the webbook, and undergone annual training. Fiona says “...Getting to know most of the EFP technicians [was great] as you are the ones who actually make the EFP’s happen on the ground. You are the ones who assist the farmers and ranchers through EFP and provide all the great technical support. I hope I have managed to help in a small way to facilitate that process and make it easier...I have throughly enjoyed the last year and thank you all...” Transitions Dr. Jacob Marfo has been promoted to the Research Coordinator/Manager of MARA and James P. Ludwig Ph. D has retired. Jacob will be leading MARA in new research and demonstration projects to deliver targeted research on ways to remediate damaged dugout water supplies, developing hemp and flax as economic fibre sources, and the efficacy of irrigation, as well as the usual crop trials and extension assignments. Minister Olson Retains Portfolio in Alberta Cabinet Shuffle Bill Gaugler, Chair of ARECA, is pleased with the recent announcement that Minister Olson will be continuing as the Minister for Agriculture and Rural Development. “Minister Olson is committed to the work that ARECA carries out in delivering information to Alberta farmers.” Welcome back Lakeland Agriculture Research Association (LARA) to ARECA!

$4.00 Barrier Broken at VJV and Triple J Livestock The red hot cattle prices continued this week when Vold Jones & Vold livestock markets in both Dawson Creek (Thursday, October 2) and Ponoka (Wednesday, October 1), along with Triple J Livestock in Westlock (October 2) broke the $4.00 barrier for feeder steers. All crested the four dollar a pound plateau for 300 to 400 pound feeder steers. Triple J buyers hit $4.00 even, while buyers at the VJV livestock markets in Dawson Creek and Ponoka hit $4.05 per pound.

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long, nasty winter – farmers are taking a long-term view and the outlook for agricultural land is still very positive.” In some parts of Ontario, the price of farmland rose signiﬁcantly. North of the Greater Toronto Area, agricultural land slated for development reached $54,000 per acre, which is more than double the price for land used for farming in the region. In southwestern Ontario, excellent soil quality in Chatham-Kent boosted the price of farmland up to $25,000 per acre – an increase of nearly 40 per cent over the previous year. While this represented a boon for sellers, it was a barrier to expansion for some buyers. Higher prices in southwestern Ontario led to a small exodus of farmers, particularly Mennonites, northeast to areas including Quinte and Renfrew County where comparable land sold for between $8,000 per acre and $12,000 per acre. Hobby farms are also popular across Ontario. In Kitchener-Waterloo, buyers looking for the country life r001878579

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in the face of a challenging growing season.” In British Columbia, the markets surveyed for the report represented both the highest and lowest land values in the country. Dairy farms in the Chilliwack-Fraser Valley area sold for up to $63,000 per acre, while bare land in Peace River North—which is closer to Yellowknife than it is to Vancouver—sold for between $750 and $1,550 per acre. In Alberta, short supply of inventory left a lineup of well-financed farmers ready to make a deal at a moment’s notice. Tile-drained land sold for as much as $10,000 per acre in southern Alberta, which represents a 20 per cent increase over the previous year. The value of scrubland and other non-

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Grain prices started the month of October in the same area that they’ve been trending for the last 5 months: lower. This past week though we got important reports from both the U.S.D.A. and Statistics Canada, recording grain inventories and production estimates respectively. With some of the earliest-planted fields of corn and soybeans coming off in the American Midwest, yields are coming in above the U.S.D.A.’s estimates of 171 and 46 bushels per acre (apparently big crops do get bigger). On the wheat side of things, there’s some conflicting headlines as the International Grains Council is forecasting that world wheat acres in 2015 will be at their highest since 1998, with 553.5 million acres expected to come off. However, soil moisture deficiencies have been pointed out in southern parts of Russia & Ukraine, and while August/September rains have certainly helped the fields in the Texas, Kansas, & Oklahoma (the US Southern Plains), the majority of these states remain in drought. Further, the market theme out of the Black Sea is that wheat exports are slowing down, making E.U. and North American wheat more competitive in the Middle East. The U.S.D.A.’s stocks report out on September 30th showed that U.S. corn inventories as of September 1st are larger than previously expected at 1.236 Billion bushels (+50 per cent year-over-year), above the W.A.S.D.E. estimate of 1.181 billion and the trade’s expectations of 1.191 billion. With American corn output this year set to be a record 14.4 billion bushel crop, Goldman Sachs was one of many firms revising its price estimates lower on this new data to $3 per bushel. Should that materialize, it’d be the first time since October 2006 that those levels have been used. Conversely, U.S. soybean stocks as of September 1st were just 92 million bushels, down 35 per cent from the same time a year ago, the lowest in 41 years, and well below the pre-report estimate of 128M bushels. As for wheat, total U.S. inventories were seen at 1.914 billion bushels (+2.4 per cent year-over-year) but of note is the increasing on-farm wheat stocks in the northern U.S. states with producers holding 71 per cent more wheat in North Dakota (270 million bushels on hand), 64 per cent more in South Dakota (55 million bushels), and 7.6 per cent more in Montana (155 million bushels). Finally, StatsCan came out with its production forecast for this year’s crop on October 3rd, estimating a 27.5 million-tonne wheat output and 14.1 million tonnes of canola, 500,000 tonnes below pre-report estimate for both crops. As for other major crops, soybean production looks to set its sixth consecutive high at 5.96 million tonnes and barley production is seen dropping significantly to 7.12 million tonnes. As for relative production growth, mustard production is quite high at 178,700 tonnes while flax production is seen at 921,600 tonnes, skyrocketing not only from last year’s output of 723,900 tonnes but more than double 2012’s production of 489,000 tonnes. While it’s no surprise that yields are lower than they were last year, they’re actually relatively in-line with the 2010-2012 average. Specifically, canola and wheat yields are the same as the aforementioned average, but when 2013 is factored in, 2014’s estimated yields are 1.25 per cent and 6 per cent below the 2010-2013average. While your farm’s yields may vary from the national average, the real love lost this year will be in the quality area as that’s what should really be the theme to this year’s crop, not the production drop year-over-year. To growth, Brennan Turner President, FarmLead.com Brennan Turner is originally from Foam Lake, SK, where his family started farming the land in the 1920s. After completing his degree in economics from Yale University and then playing some pro hockey, Mr. Turner spent some time working in finance before starting FarmLead.com, a risk-free, transparent online and mobile grain marketplace (app available for iOS & Android). His weekly column is a summary of his free, daily market note, the FarmLead Breakfast Brief. He can be reached via email (b.turner@farmlead.com) or phone (1-855-332-7653). R001691649

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once a plain green field and stripping it down to bare dirt, sometimes removing enough layers of ground to dwarf the people removing it. Nodes is no stranger to this type of work – and the patch. He’s been around since the 1990s, when his company was only working on 20 jobs a year, compared to the more than a dozen job sites his company now works on daily.

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He’s not the only one who is hoping to get some contracts from companies like Encana. “I guess, typically, there’s always competition ... but I think what we’ve seen in this area has been a gradual increase over so many years that it hasn’t had the fall down and check up yet,” Nodes said. “You haven’t seen the cutthroat competition.” That doesn’t mean that the rivalries are all friendly, or even above board. Nodes ac-

knowledged that in the past some service companies resorted to mischievous behavior to secure contracts. However, “over the last decade, the industry has changed – a lot of that isn’t acceptable anymore,” he continued. “As far as I know, that’s pretty much out of the industry.” Nodes said that given the publicly traded nature of many companies these days, “that thing doesn’t fly.” Once the land is cleared, the natural gas well must be drilled. This falls to larger companies mostly based outside of the Peace Region – according to one local servicing company head, there aren’t any local companies that do this type of work. “Right up until there’s a wellhead, those are large, international companies,” the source said. B.C.’s Oil and Gas Commission keeps records for Well pad 12-10-79- 17W6, the one on Verdzak’s property. They show that the first well of the sixwell pad – Well A12-10-79-17W6 – began drilling on Sept. 28, 2012, and was finished by Oct. 17. On that same day, work was begun on the next well, and by Nov. 23, both the second and third wells were done. (The rest were done in roughly the same time a year later.) The fracking The “fracking” doesn’t happen at just one point, though. For the first well, the fracking started at 2,500 metres underground, and continued all the way down to a base of 4,500 metres – that’s

more than a mile from top to base. Let’s just say one can’t drill that by hand. To do it, producers need a massive drilling rig. The rig that drilled Verdzak’s well is long gone, but as of Sept. 22, there were about 48 rigs drilling in northeastern B.C. One of them – working away about 60 kilometres north of Hudson’s Hope – was Trinidad 46, owned by Trinidad Drilling. Lisa Ottman, the company’s vicepresident of investor relations, said that northeastern B.C. is “probably one of our busiest areas.” In the Montney area located around Fort St. John, Ottman estimates that this summer, they had 14 rigs working there, each with about five workers. Basically, a lot of pipe is connected to a large drill bit – the diameter can be between five to 20 inches, depending on the rig – to penetrate the ground. It drills down

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Byron Hackett photo Britney Swaffield of Dawson Creek took home top prize for her efforts in the Girls Goat Tying during the Dawson Creek High School Rodeo on Saturday.

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Producer Deliveries - Week 8, Sept 22, 2014 - Sept 28, 2014 Wheat Durum Wheat Oats Barley Rye Flaxseed Canola Peas Corn Beans Lentils Total

Man 98.7 0.0 11.7 0.9 0.6 1.4 72.2 0.0 1.3 7.9 0.0 194.7

Sask 168.0 99.5 25.6 14.9 0.5 4.1 163.9 36.9 0.0 0.0 13.5 526.9

Alta 128.5 12.3 2.1 14.5 0.1 0.4 124.2 21.4 0.0 0.5 0.6 304.6

B.C. 0.5 0.0 0.7 0.5 0.0 0.0 6.9 0.6 0.0 0.0 0.0 9.2

Total 395.7 111.8 40.1 30.8 1.2 5.9 367.2 58.9 1.3 8.4 14.1 1,035.4

Wheat Durum Wheat Oats Barley Rye Flaxseed Canola Peas Corn Beans Lentils Total

Man 65.80 0.00 16.30 0.80 1.00 0.80 20.60 0.00 1.70 1.00 0.00 108.00

Sask 107.40 44.60 10.70 8.50 0.40 2.20 131.10 52.20 0.00 0.00 6.20 363.30

Alta 92.60 1.90 3.10 6.80 0.10 0.00 134.00 50.50 0.00 0.00 0.60 289.60

B.C. 1.40 0.00 1.50 0.60 0.00 0.00 6.70 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 11.20

Total 267.20 46.50 31.60 16.70 1.50 3.00 292.40 103.70 1.70 1.00 6.80 772.10

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Man 665.2 0.0 106.7 9.5 12.4 6.4 346.9 0.5 9.1 20.0 0.0 1,176.7

Sask 1,366.7 598.8 163.9 103.3 4.5 22.6 863.4 533.5 0.0 1.3 96.3 3,754.3

Alta 966.8 59.3 20.6 59.9 0.5 0.9 730.3 580.2 0.2 0.7 6.9 2,426.3

B.C. 24.5 0.0 5.9 4.2 0.0 0.0 29.0 8.9 0.0 0.0 0.0 72.5

Total 3,023.2 658.1 297.1 176.9 17.4 29.9 1,969.6 1,123.1 9.3 22.0 103.2 7,429.8

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Man 722.7 0.0 55.8 10.2 7.2 6.7 202.8 0.2 9.5 3.8 0.0 1,018.9

Sask 1,529.0 712.8 178.2 111.8 3.7 28.3 716.1 434.3 0.0 0.0 87.0 3,801.2

Alta 1,046.3 101.0 21.0 53.2 0.6 0.5 684.3 515.3 0.0 0.0 4.6 2,426.8

B.C. 23.0 0.0 6.4 3.9 0.0 0.0 27.0 8.3 0.0 0.0 0.0 68.6

Total 3,321.0 813.8 261.4 179.1 11.5 35.5 1,630.2 958.1 9.5 3.8 91.6 7,315.5

Man 291.1 0.0 83.4 11.8 10.2 7.0 199.6 6.0 5.4 28.7 0.6 643.8

Sask 463.2 217.3 69.3 42.3 2.7 9.5 390.6 144.1 0.0 1.4 32.7 1,373.1

Alta 469.4 46.7 20.0 32.9 1.2 1.1 203.8 95.0 0.4 1.0 5.6 877.1

B.C. 18.5 0.0 1.6 1.2 0.0 0.0 8.9 0.2 0.0 0.0 0.0 30.4

Total 1,242.2 264.0 174.3 88.2 14.1 17.6 802.9 245.3 5.8 31.1 38.9 2,924.4

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• Livestock and perennials are both wonderful tools with a great potential to improve soil health and build soil when managed properly. New methods for testing the physical and biological components of soil are being developed and labs in the US are accepting samples for testing. One test, the Haney Test, was developed by USDA soil scientist, Rick Haney. The Haney Test is designed to mimic nature’s approach to soil nutrient availability (www.wardlab.com/haney) and is set up to be used to help determine fertilizer requirements. The Haney Soil Test has been found to show fertilizer rates can be reduced compared to what traditional soil tests would show, and it is all based on the biological component of the soil (The Western Producer, 08.14.14). Other tests are being developed and are now available for commercial use; there aren’t any labs able to do these tests in Canada yet, but samples can be sent to American labs. PCBFA will be hosting two upcoming events that are focused on soil health and methods that Peace Country producers can implement on their operations to increase production and reduce input costs: Harvest Sunlight: Feed the Soil with Rancher Gabe Brown of North Dakota We are very excited to once again bring Gabe Brown up to the Peace Country! If you missed it last time, you won’t want to this year! If you were in attendance for one of Gabe’s talks last year, you won’t want to miss this chance to get all of the questions you’ve pondered over the past year answered! This event will be focused on how to tie grazing and cover cropping systems together, in addition to information on how cover crops can be used in a cash crops system. There will be discussion on reducing erosion, increasing soil organic matter, managing excess nutrients, biological nitrogen fixation, increasing biodiversity, supressing weeds and disease, managing soil moisture and improving water infiltration. We will be presenting results on projects that PCBFA and the North Peace Applied Research Association conducted this year, so there will be photos and results from trials done right here in the Peace Country! Building Soil, Creating Land with Christine Jones Christine Jones is an internationally renowned groundcover and soils ecologist. Jones works with landowners to implement regenerative land management practises that enhance biodiversity, maximize photosynthesis, increase soil biological activity, sequester carbon, activate soil nutrient cycles, improve water holding capacity and infiltration, increase productivity and create new topsoil. “Organic carbon is the basic building block for all life on and in the earth. We cannot live without it. Neither can our soils. Rebuilding carbon-rich agricultural soils is the only real productive

permanent solution to taking excess carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.” -Christine Jones Feed Testing It is the right time of year to be thinking about taking some samples of your feed and sending them away for testing. Don’t forget that with your PCBFA membership, you receive 2 free samples each year; you can also bring in additional samples for $30 per sample and we can send them away for you. If you’d like to borrow a probe, we have several available to lend out to members, including silage probes. Drop in or call our Fairview or High Prairie offices to make arrangements. It is important and well worth your time to get your feed tested so that you know what you’re feeding and if extra supplementation will be required. Feed tests are especially handy if you are feeding a mixture of low and high quality feeds. For help interpreting your feed tests, call either of the PCBFA offices. We have moved! The PCBFA office in Fairview has moved across the GPRC Campus to a bigger office with a view! You will now find us in the Trades Instructional Building on the second floor, room TIB 229.The Trades Instructional Building is on the west side of the campus, behind the Administration Center. The easiest entrance to come through is just southwest of the entrance to the gym (directly behind and a bit north of the Administration Building), then you take a right up the stairs, and we’re the corner office to the left. Feel free to stop in for a visit and a coffee anytime! New Employee Introduction Hello! I’m Stacy Pritchard and I will be starting Oct 6th as the Extension and ASB Coordinator. I am from rural Manitoba, where we had grain, chickens and pigs at one point or another in my childhood. I graduated from Brandon University in 2011, while in Brandon I worked on the AAFC research farm with the beef and forage departments where I fell in love with research. I moved to Saskatchewan in 2012, where I first worked at the Western Beef Development Centre, and then transferred to the University of Saskatchewan and completed my Animal Science degree this spring. Most recently I have been working as an agronomist, and am thrilled to have the opportunity to get back to my love of livestock. I am very excited to move to the Peace Country to work with the PCBFA! I am looking forward to learning about the region, your operations and of course getting to know all of you!

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High 403.3 409.3 416.2 High 927’6 936’2 944’4 High 32.85 33.03 33.28 High 3106 3028 3015 High

Low 397.2 403.7 411.8 Low 914’2 922’4 930’4 Low 32.40 32.43 32.70 Low 3067 2989 2974 Low

Open 483’2 497’0 505’0 Open 562’4 564’6 567’0 Open 536’4 551’4 563’6 Open 344’4 328’6 320’0 Open 322’6 335’4 344’0 Open 0.8945 0.8927 0.8908

High 489’0 501’2 509’6 High 570’6 572’4 574’2 High 546’2 561’6 573’0 High 346’6 330’2 320’0 High 325’6 338’4 347’2 High 0.8949 0.8928 0.8908

Low 478’0 491’0 500’2 Low 560’4 562’6 564’6 Low 534’4 550’0 562’0 Low 340’2 326’6 320’0 Low 321’0 333’6 342’4 Low 0.8857 0.8839 0.8820

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Last 400.9 407.3 414.1 Last 914’4 922’4 930’4 Last 32.41 32.45 32.71 Last 3076 2992 2975 Last 125.00 116.50 119.50 Last 482’6 495’0 504’0 Last 563’6 566’0 567’6 Last 538’6 553’4 564’4 Last 345’0 326’6 320’0 Last 322’2 335’0 344’0 Last 0.8867 0.8847 0.8831

Change + 2.7 + 3.0 + 2.9 Change - 10’0 - 10’4 - 11’0 Change - 0.26 - 0.35 - 0.35 Change - 11 - 21 - 27 Change - 0.30 - 0.30 Change 0 - 1’0 - 0’6 Change + 2’2 + 2’2 + 2’0 Change + 3’2 + 2’6 + 2’0 Change + 0’4 - 3’2 - 1’0 Change - 0’4 - 0’6 - 0’2 Change - 0.0079 - 0.0080 - 0.0077

Close 398.2 404.3 411.2 Close 924’4 933’0 941’4 Close 32.67 32.80 33.06 Close 3087 3013 3002 Close 114.50s 116.50s 119.50s Close 482’6 496’0 504’6 Close 561’4 563’6 565’6 Close 535’4 550’6 562’4 Close 344’4 330’0 321’0 Close 322’6 335’6 344’2 Close 0.8946 0.8927 0.8908

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Daily Grain & Feed Grain Report Daily Grain Prices as of October 3, 2014

Canola (#1)

Calgary Edmonton Lethbridge Red Deer Rycroft Vegreville Barley

Calgary Edmonton Lethbridge Red Deer Rycroft Vegreville Yellow Peas (#2)

Calgary Edmonton Lethbridge Red Deer Rycroft Vegreville Feed Wheat (#3 CW)

Calgary Edmonton Lethbridge Red Deer Rycroft Vegreville FLAX #1

Lethbridge Red Deer Vegreville OATS #2, 40  42LB

Calgary Edmonton Lethbridge Red Deer Rycroft Vegreville

Today October 3, 2014 $8.76 ($8.70 - $8.81) $8.67 ($8.57 - $8.85) $8.90 ($8.81 - $8.99) $8.83 ($8.58 - $9.08) $8.65 ($8.57 - $8.72) $8.58 ($8.50 - $8.66) Today October 3, 2014 $2.81 ($2.78 - $2.83) $2.74 ($2.56 - $3.03) $3.09 $2.89 ($2.67 - $3.10) $2.94 ($2.87 - $3.00) $2.63 ($2.56 - $2.70) Today October 3, 2014 $6.55 ($6.50 - $6.60) $6.33 ($6.15 - $6.50) $6.50 $6.38 ($6.25 - $6.50) $6.26 ($6.10 - $6.42) $6.50 ($6.50 - $6.50) Today October 3, 2014 $3.67 ($3.45 - $3.89) $3.29 ($3.12 - $3.57) $3.78 $3.35 ($3.33 - $3.37) $3.36 ($3.09 - $3.62) $3.51 ($3.45 - $3.57) Today October 3, 2014 not available not available not available Today October 3, 2014 not available $2.53 not available not available not available $2.20

One Week Ago September 26, 2014 $8.57 ($8.52 - 8.63) $8.31 ($8.21 - $8.42) $8.49 ($8.28 - $8.70) $8.32 ($8.29 - $8.35) $8.21 ($8.16 - $8.26) $8.36 ($8.34 - $8.38) One Week Ago September 26, 2014 $2.81 ($2.78 - $2.83) $2.69 ($2.56 - $2.87) $3.09 $2.86 ($2.63 - $3.10) $2.23 ($1.86 - $2.61) $2.63 ($2.56 - $2.70) One Week Ago September 26, 2014 $6.55 ($6.50 - $6.60) $6.33 ($6.15 - $6.50) $6.50 $6.38 ($6.25 - $6.50) $6.30 ($6.10 - $6.50) $6.50 ($6.50 - $6.50) One Week Ago September 26, 2014 $3.67 ($3.45 - $3.89) $3.28 ($3.09 - $3.57) $3.78 $3.34 ($3.31 - $3.37) $3.67 $3.51 ($3.45 - $3.57) One Week Ago September 26, 2014 not available not available not available One Week Ago September 26, 2014 not available not available not available not available not available $2.20

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Same Day Last Year October 4, 2013 $10.30 ($10.20 - $10.41) $10.21 ($10.08 - $10.33) $10.10 ($10.09 - $10.13) $10.24 ($10.16 - $10.32) $10.22 ($10.14 - $10.30) $10.23 ($10.08 - $10.38) Same Day Last Year October 4, 2013 $3.19 ($3.16 - $3.22) $2.90 ($2.51 - $3.31) $3.22 ($2.63 - $3.59) $2.88 ($2.68 - $3.09) $2.60 ($2.41 - $2.80) $3.08 ($2.94 - $3.22) Same Day Last Year October 4, 2013 $6.64 ($6.50 - $6.78) $6.70 ($6.65 - $6.75) $6.61 ($6.46 - $6.75) $6.63 ($6.60 - $6.66) $6.39 ($6.18 - $6.60) $6.57 ($6.45 - $6.69) Same Day Last Year October 4, 2013 $4.80 ($4.75 - $4.86) $5.02 ($4.70 - $5.51) $4.64 ($4.35 - $4.92) $4.98 ($4.86 - $5.10) $4.29 ($4.09 - $4.49) $4.75 ($4.65 - $4.86) Same Day Last Year October 4, 2013 $13.32 ($12.86 - $13.59) $13.69 not available Same Day Last Year October 4, 2013 not available $2.39 $2.67 $2.65 not available $2.35

Feed Grain Report for the Week of Sept. 29 - Oct. 3, 2014

Feed Barley (288g per 1/2L, max of 15% moisture)

Brooks Calgary Edmonton Grande Prairie Lethbridge Red Deer Wainwright

Feed Peas (Max 4% fm allowable)

Brooks Calgary Edmonton Grande Prairie Lethbridge Red Deer Wainwright

Feed Wheat (58lbs/bu, Max 14.5% moisture)

Brooks Calgary Edmonton Grande Prairie Lethbridge Red Deer Wainwright

Feed Oats (#2CW)

Brooks Calgary Edmonton Grande Prairie Lethbridge Red Deer Wainwright

This Week

One Week Ago

Same Week Last Year

Week of Sept 29, 2014

Week of Sept 22, 2014

Week of Sept 30, 2013

$3.57 ($3.53 - $3.59) $3.55 ($3.48 - $3.59) $3.07 ($3.00 - $3.14) $2.44 ($2.39 - $2.50) $3.61 ($3.59 - $3.66) $3.29 ($3.18 - $3.37) $2.83 ($2.72 - $2.92)

$3.57 ($3.55 - $3.61) $3.48 ($3.44 - $3.53) $3.07 ($3.00 - $3.11) $2.46 ($2.35 - $2.55) $3.59 ($3.57 - $3.66) $3.31 ($3.22 - $3.35) $2.92 ($2.79 - $3.00)

$3.83 ($3.81 - $3.88) $3.77 ($3.70 - $3.81) $3.35 ($3.20 - $3.40) $3.14 ($3.05 - $3.22) $3.94 ($3.90 - $3.98) $3.64 ($3.55 - $3.70) $3.55 ($3.48 - $3.59)

This Week

One Week Ago

Same Week Last Year

Week of Sept 29, 2014

Week of Sept 22, 2014

Week of Sept 30, 2013

$5.63 ($5.44 - $5.77) $5.66 ($5.61 - $5.77) $5.58 ($5.44 - $5.72) $5.12 ($4.90 - $5.23) $5.50 ($5.39 - $5.61) $5.66 ($5.44 - $5.77) $5.52 ($5.23 - $5.61) This Week Week of Sept 29, 2014

$4.54 ($4.49 - $4.63) $4.54 ($4.49 - $4.63) $4.54 ($4.49 - $4.60) $3.13 ($2.99 - $3.32) $4.54 ($4.49 - $4.63) $4.49 ($4.46 - $4.63) $4.08 ($3.97 - $4.19)

$5.82 ($5.66 - $5.99) $5.85 ($5.72 - $5.99) $5.72 ($5.44 - $5.91) $5.20 ($5.03 - $5.44) $5.44 ($5.17 - $5.66) $5.72 ($5.58 - $5.85) $5.47 ($5.31 - $5.55) One Week Ago Week of Sept 22, 2014

$4.52 ($4.49 - $4.57) $4.44 ($4.35 - $4.49) $4.41 ($4.35 - $4.49) $3.16 ($2.94 - $3.27) $4.49 ($4.44 - $4.54) not available $4.16 ($4.08 - $4.25)

$6.69 ($6.59 - $6.75) $6.80 ($6.69 - $6.91) $6.83 ($6.69 - $6.94) $6.15 ($6.01 - $6.31) $6.45 ($6.21 - $6.56) $6.64 ($6.56 - $6.75) $6.40 ($6.21 - $6.56) Same Week Last Year Week of Sept 30, 2013

$5.77 ($5.61 - $5.85) $5.77 ($5.63 - $5.85) $5.63 ($5.58 - $5.72) $4.76 ($4.57 - $4.90) $5.66 ($5.58 - $5.77) $5.77 ($5.63 - $5.88) $5.58 ($5.44 - $5.72)

This Week

One Week Ago

Same Week Last Year

Week of Sept 29, 2014

Week of Sept 22, 2014

Week of Sept 30, 2013

$2.54 ($2.44 - $2.62) $2.64 ($2.54 - $2.68) $2.56 ($2.48 - $2.65) $1.79 ($1.70 - $1.87) $2.70 ($2.58 - $2.75) $2.65 ($2.54 - $2.71) $2.50 ($2.38 - $2.56)

$2.56 ($2.47 - $2.65) $2.62 ($2.53 - $2.65) $2.54 ($2.47 - $2.62) $1.82 ($1.73 - $1.91) $2.68 ($2.54 - $2.76) $2.67 ($2.53 - $2.75) $2.47 ($2.31 - $2.53)

$2.85 ($2.75 - $2.91) $2.99 ($2.90 - $3.04) $2.96 ($2.82 - $3.02) $2.24 ($2.13 - $2.34) $2.98 ($2.93 - $3.05) r001691330 $2.87 ($2.81 - $2.99) $2.79 ($2.65 - $2.84) r001691344

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Auction Date

Dawson Creek, BC

Beaverlodge, AB

Don Fessler (250)782-3766

Ged Willis (780)354-2423

Sept 25 - 1,575 Head

301 - 400 401 - 500 501 - 600 601 - 700 701 - 800 801 - 900 901 - 1,000 over 1,000

$320.00 $315.00 $275.00 $250.00 $232.00 $220.00 $209.00 $192.00

$350.00 $336.00 $294.00 $266.00 $249.00 $234.00 $221.00 $209.00

301 - 400 401 - 500 501 - 600 601 - 700 701 - 800 801 - 900 901 - 1,000 over 1,000

$290.00 $275.00 $255.00 $225.00 $215.00 $205.00 $194.00 $185.00

$315.00 $291.00 $272.00 $246.00 $237.00 $220.00 $208.00 $200.00

Bob’s computer

D1 - D2 Cows $115.00 $125.00 D3 - D4 Cows $104.00 $112.00 Bologna Bulls $125.00 $147.00

Dawson Co-op Home & Agro 10020 Parkhill Road, Dawson Creek 250-782-3371

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Sept 30 - 807 Head FEEDER STEERS $340.00 $405.00 $329.00 $365.00 $330.00 $350.00 $299.00 $334.00 $284.00 $306.00 $278.00 $283.00 $252.00 $270.00 $240.00 $260.00 $240.00 $261.00 $233.00 $255.00 $220.00 $238.00 $217.00 $228.00 $212.00 $228.00 $219.00 $220.00 $202.00 $214.00 $192.00 $206.00 FEEDER HEIFERS $330.00 $355.00 $290.00 $352.00 $300.00 $320.00 $290.00 $340.00 $245.00 $275.00 $257.00 $285.00 $230.00 $250.00 $228.00 $257.00 $220.00 $233.00 $193.00 $221.00 $212.00 $224.00 $190.00 $219.00 $200.00 $212.00 $196.00 $222.00 $185.00 $204.00 $183.00 $195.00 SLAUGHTER CATTLE D1 - D2 Cows D1 - D2 Cows $116.00 $129.00 $116.00 $125.00 D3 - D4 Cows D3 - D4 Cows $104.00 $112.00 $98.00 $114.00 Bologna Bulls Bologna Bulls $130.00 $145.00 $127.00 $138.00

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Westlock, AB

Clyde, AB

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Levi Pedgerachny (780)349-1446

Garth Rogers (780)349-1491

Oct 2 - 1,815 Head

Oct 1 - 3,071 Head

Oct 2 - 2,289 Head

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Cattle Market Report

Sept 30 - 3,255 Head

$340.00 $300.00 $275.00 $270.00 $240.00 $227.00 $218.00 $210.00

$405.00 $345.00 $300.00 $276.00 $268.00 $246.50 $234.00 $221.00

$325.00 $285.00 $250.00 $235.00 $230.00 $220.00 $210.00 $210.00

$400.00 $355.00 $318.00 $280.00 $275.00 $260.00 $245.00 $245.00

$300.00 $300.00 $280.00 $230.00 $220.00 $190.00 $180.00 $180.00

$380.00 $360.00 $313.50 $279.25 $276.75 $248.00 $229.00 $229.00

$310.00 $310.00 $260.00 $239.00 $228.00 $220.00 $205.00 $195.00

$360.00 $360.00 $286.00 $255.00 $239.00 $229.00 $217.00 $210.00

$300.00 $260.00 $240.00 $225.00 $220.00 $210.00 $205.00 $205.00

$355.00 $310.00 $289.00 $260.00 $247.00 $240.00 $220.00 $220.00

$300.00 $280.00 $240.00 $210.00 $200.00 $190.00 $175.00 $175.00

$345.00 $319.50 $298.50 $257.00 $241.50 $230.00 $217.00 $217.00

D1 - D2 Cows $118.00 $142.00 D3 - D4 Cows $112.00 $124.00 Bologna Bulls $136.00 $148.00

Butcher Cows $105.00 $130.00 Butcher Bulls $125.00 $157.00 Feeder Bulls $135.00 $160.00

D1 - D2 Cows $100.00 $130.00 D3 Cows $80.00 $105.00 Slaughter Bulls $105.00 $158.00

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ANGUS

C ttle Directory Sawmill Angus Clarence & Darleen Budal, Hotchkiss, AB................. 780-836-2788 Silver S Red Angus Devin & Amber Stark, Bezanson, AB ........................ 780-876-6252 Smoky River Red Angus Maynard & Curtis Boese, Sexsmith, AB .................... 780-568-4340 Spruce Lane Ranch Andrew & Vivian Miller, Bonanza, AB ...................... 780-353-3355 Wallin Stock Farm Jennifer Wallin, Woking, AB ...................................... 780-864-8556

CHAROLAIS

Bar B Charolais George & Linda Bolin................................................. 250-785-5325 Briar Ridge Stock Farm Randy & Chris Haddow, Dawson Creek, BC ............. 250-786-5048 Chad & Leah Haddow Dawson Creek, BC ................ 250-784-3924 Clear Lake Charolais Tim & Loretta Fawcett, Tiger Lily, AB....................... 780-674-5992 E Z Ranch Everett Laboucan, Driftpile, AB ................................. 780-355-2179 JayDawn Farms Jason & Nicole McQuaig, Sexsmith, AB.................... 780-568-2647 Lazy S Charolais Roy & Erika Schweitzer, Beaverlodge, AB ................ 780-356-3611 Pro-Char Charolais David & Kristina Prokuda, Glenevis, AB ................... 780-665-3450 RDA Charolais Rick & Donna Alguire, High Prairie, AB ................... 780-524-2915 Rosebud Ranches Dan & Holly Schleppe, Progress, BC ......................... 250-786-5698 Spruce View Charolais Andrew & Efﬁe Lakusta, Andrew, AB ....................... 780-365-2079 Wrangler Charolais Wade & Sherry Meakin, Westlock, AB ...................... 780-349-2982

GELBVIEHS

Milne’s Gelbvieh Harold & Bev Milne, Fairview, AB ............................ 780-835-2645

HEREFORDS

5 Star Herefords Cody Pugh, Cecil lake, BC ......................................... 250-781-3478 Aspen Ridge Stock Farm Jack & Jason Wells, Hythe, AB .................................. 780-356-2359 Benwyn Herefords Bill & Doug Bentley, Progress, BC ............................ 250-843-7575 Briar Ridge Stock Farm Randy & Chris Haddow, Dawson Creek, BC ............. 250-786-5048 Chad & Leah Haddow, Dawson Creek, BC ................ 250-784-3924 Eureka Hereford Farms Tom Basnett, Eureka River, AB .................................. 780-685-2102 Friesen Hereford Farms Chad & Anna Friesen, Grande Prairie, AB ................. 780-832-4068 Gold Stock Hereford Farms Charlie & Steven White, Beaverlodge, AB................. 780-354-3190 Gurtler Farms Garry Gurtler, North Star, AB ..................................... 780-836-2125 Hilltop Honey Ranch Brian & Dana Smith, Pouce Coupe, BC ..................... 250-786-5232 McElroy Polled Herefords John McElroy, Charlie Lake, BC ................................ 250-785-6074 PHK Herefords Philip Krahn, LaCrete, AB .......................................... 780-821-9409 Reber’s Polled Herefords Gerald & Sandy Reber, Woking, AB .......................... 780-774-2161 Serena & Kasey Reber, Woking, AB .......................... 780-774-2337 Spring Mountain Stock Farm Hotte & Villiger Families, Beaverlodge, AB .............. 780-354-2074

LIMOUSIN

BERCOL Limousin Bernie & Colleen Prefontaine, Edmonton, AB ........... 780-961-2403 Shawn & Adele Walsh ................................................ 780-921-3511

Blueberry Valley Farms Limousin Michael & Rebecca McCord, Mile 86.5 Alaska Hwy, BC ......................................... 250-772-5116 DC Farms Doug & Carolyn Johnson, Barrhead, AB.................... 780-674-4098 Dry Creek Ranch Gordon & Carla Harmon, Cecil Lake, BC.................. 250-781-3617 Excel Ranches Ron & Barb Miller, Cody & Amy Miller, Westlock, AB ............................ 780-349-2135 Fouillard Limousin Dan & Pam Fouillard, Thorsby, AB............................ 780-789-4055 Hillview Farms R & C Verbeek, Sturgeon County, AB ........................ 780-938-2173 Lakeroad Limousin Jim, Donna & Jackie Rowe, Worsley, AB .................. 780-685-2141 Pinnacle View Limousin Rob & Cheryl Swan & Erin & Eric Kishkan, Quesnel, BC ................................................................ 250-747-2618 Sequin Cattle Company Bob & Monica Sequin, Quesnel, BC .......................... 250-747-1331

RED POLL

Shadow Creek Red Poll Dean & Marsha Anderson, Fort St. John, BC ............. 250-827-3293

SALERS

Grundke Family Salers Werner & Debbie Grundke, Alberta Beach, AB ......... 780-924-2464

SHORTHORNS

Tamarack Shorthorns Alvin & Deanna Johnson, Brownvale, AB ................. 780-597-3973

SIMMENTALS

Albrecht Farms Steve, Tammy Albrecht, Spirit River, AB ................... 780-864-4259 Briar Ridge Stock Farm Randy & Chris Haddow, Dawson Creek, BC ............. 250-786-5048 Chad & Leah Haddow, Dawson Creek, BC ................ 250-784-3924 CRM Simmentals Chad & Stacy Meunier, Barrhead, AB ........................ 780-674-7713 Fallen Timber Farms Chet & Jamie Jans, Groundbirch, BC ......................... 250-780-2141 Flatrock Valley Simmentals Brad Geisbrecht, Cecil Lake, BC................................ 250-781-3580 Halfway River Simmentals Eckbert & Christa Weitzel Georg & Sarah Weitzel, Charlie Lake, BC ................. 250-263-8237 Hodges Simmentals Roy & Scot Hodges, Beaverlodge, AB ....................... 780-512-4669 JayDawn Farms Jason & Nicole McQuaig, Sexsmith, AB.................... 780-568-2647 KRS Simmentals Reanne Sanford, Quesnel, BC .................................... 250-249-5332 KSL Simmentals Keagan Scorgie, Beaverlodge, AB.............................. 780-518-6572 Lone Stone Farms Lonnie & Karen Brown, Westlock, AB ...................... 250-349-5524 Moonlite Farm Norbert & Janice Luken, Fairview, AB ...................... 780-835-3165 Moose Creek Simmentals Don, Joyce & Shon Smith, Gordondale, AB .............. 780-353-2284 O Double E Simmentals Ole, Elden & Einar Bakkehaug, Hythe, AB................ 780-356-2113 SIBL Simmentals The Smith Families, Cherhill, AB............................... 780-785-2045 Tri-K Simmentals Keith & Kerriley Hodges, Beaverlodge, AB .............. 780-831-7999 Willow Creek Simmentals Mike & Mari Klassen & Family, Debolt, AB ............. 780-957-2814 Willowdale Simmentals Dale & Judy Smith, Valleyview, AB ........................... 780-524-2790 Wolfe Farms Tony Wolfe, Valleyview, AB ....................................... 780-524-3939

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Altona Falls Red Angus Dan & Trudy Loewen, Altona, BC ............................. 250-630-2146 Aspen Hill Red Angus George & Kelly LeBlanc, Woking, AB ...................... 780-774-2404 Bar 4A Cattle Co. Hugh Atkin & Joleen Meservy, LaGlace, AB ............. 780-512-3641 Battle River Black Angus Ron Gordey, Manning, AB ......................................... 780-836-2584 Binks Angus Farm Evan & Melanie Binks, Grande Prairie, AB ............... 780-539-7919 Blast Angus Farm Brent & Lia Long, Houston, BC ................................. 250-845-3500 Canyon Tree Farms Inc. L Jackson & H Hooke, Fort St. James, BC ................. 250-996-8180 Classic Livestock Freeman & Zoe Iwasiuk, High Prairie, AB................. 780-523-5077 Cinder Angus Brad Yoder & Nicolle Hoskins, Barrhead, AB ........... 780-674-5773 Clear River Red Angus Lloyd, Donna & Mackay Ross, Cleardale, AB ........... 800-667-2251 Cuthbertson Cattle Co. Scott & Jackie Cuthbertson, Valleyview, AB.............. 780-837-8544 Double A Stock Farm Steve & Hazel Tofteland, Valhalla, AB....................... 780-356-2454 Double M Ranching M McConnell & J Madden, DC, BC .......................... 250-782-7875 Dwajo Angus Dwayne & Joanne Emery, Camp Creek, AB .............. 780-674-4410 Figure 8 Angus Paul & Coleen Jex-Blake, Grimshaw, AB .................. 780-597-2001 Fineline Red Angus Nick & Lorraine van Gaalen, LaGlace, AB ................ 780-568-3906 Flyaway Red Angus Dale Schwerdt, Worsley, AB....................................... 780-685-2531 Gemvale Stock Farm Don & Sheri Murphy, Dawson Creek, BC ................. 250-759-4717 Gumbo Gulch Cattle Company Dale & Steve Aylward, Dawson Creek, BC................ 250-786-5478 Heart Valley Angus Chris Tschetter, Birch Hills Colony, AB ..................... 780-864-8918 Jones Land & Cattle Mark & Allison Jones, Barrhead, AB ......................... 780-674-6377 KBJ Round Farms Jim & Rita, Barry & Dette Round, Clyde, AB............ 780-348-5638 Kjos Black Angus Marty & Miriam Kjos, Fort St. John, BC ................... 250-787-0970 Lookout Stock Farm Roy & Cindy Bjorklund, Fairview, AB ...................... 780-835-3530 Mackenzie Red Angus Ken & Rebecca Mackenzie, Deadwood, AB .............. 780-836-2049 Marberly Angus Kim Beaudette, Houston, BC...................................... 250-847-7483 Mountain Side Angus John & Judy Mayer, Beaverlodge, AB ....................... 780-354-2726 Nine Mile Ranch Al & Lorraine Sanford, Quesnel, BC.......................... 250-249-5469 North Point Red Angus Mark & Ginger Zahacy, High Prairie, AB .................. 780-523-5356 Poplar Meadows Angus Monty & Tanya Belsham, Houston, BC ..................... 250-845-3050 Rafter SJ Ranch Jack & Shannon Trask, Montney, BC ......................... 250-827-3364 Red Moon Angus Jim & Shirley Moon, Vanderhoof, BC........................ 250-567-9762 Ring Creek Farms Pat & Len Friedel, Fairview, AB ................................ 780-835-4338 Rocky Creek Red Angus Les & Alison Keutzer, Lone Prairie, BC..................... 250-788-9858 Roy Angus Chris & Jen Roy, Fairview, AB ................................... 780-835-0463

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PEACE COUNTRY HISTORICAL FACT Shortly before 1850, a famine struck the Peace River district. Many families were forced to move to Slave Lake where they used fish for food. There is no record of how long the famine lasted. A few years later, a great flood covered all the plains around Slave Lake.

Opportunity, challenge, reward ... FOR THE COMMERCIAL CATTLEMAN OR THE PUREBRED BREEDER This year’s Peace Country Beef Congress will give everyone the opportunity to meet your fellow Peace Country cattlemen; to network with breeders, retailers and program providers; to give your herd exposure to area buyers; to challenge your cattle and yourself against the best the Peace Country has to offer; and to reap the ﬁnancial rewards of doing so The 2015 PCBC will be unveiling exciting new changes to its format to provide you with the opportunities, challenges and rewards needed to build your herd to compete in the new competitive cattle market. ☛ Commercial cattle classes **Minimum of $2,500 up for grabs in the Commerical Heifer Classes** ☛ Purebred cattle classes ☛ Senior and Junior divisions ☛ Halter and non-halter classes ☛ Educational seminars

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Importance of market fundamentals AgriNews Sept 29/14 “In this new era of globalization and instant information flow, it’s very important that time be spent learning market price fundamentals and technical information," says Bruce Viney, business development – risk, Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development, Olds. “Having a good understanding of potential upside market possibilities as well as potential risks can give a business a competitive advantage when expanding the beef cow herd. “Currently there are many sources of market information and opinions freely available from a variety of sources; however, it’s suggested that managers work to refine their market information sources and analytical resources. Consistent information and analysis from trusted sources can add confidence to all marketing and business planning decisions.” In developing a network of market information and professional analysis Viney says it’s wise to spend a little money on trusted services that will be with you for the long run. “One inexpensive way to receive market data, information and analysis is through a membership with CanFax. CanFax is the long-standing analysis arm of the Canadian Cattleman’s Association and an annual membership for a typical rancher costs about $125 per year. This is money well spent because you get personal access to trained analysts, data and their charts.” CanFax is hosting a market forum on November 1819, 2014, in Calgary where a wide range of information will be provided by leading industry experts. “Cow-Calfenomics is another information series taking place throughout Alberta in November and January. This year’s keynote speaker will be Mr. Kevin Grier, the highly respected Sr. Market Analyst from the George Morris Center. Kevin writes the Canadian Cattle Buyer and Canadian Boxed Beef Reports and will provide a wealth of information that can be used in formulating future planning prices. The meetings will address beef herd expansion issues along with a variety of other cow-calf operation topics.” For further information and tools to assist with a variety of management decisions, go to the Farm Manager homepage on the Alberta Agriculture website: http://tinyurl.com/orywvv8 Producers can also call the Ag Info Center at 301 FARM (3276). Contact: Bruce Viney 403-556-4250 r001824802

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“Killing them with kindness” Obesity in small animals Submitted by Dr. Tegan Alce October is obesity month at the Dawson Creek Veterinary Clinic. Obesity in our pets is one of the most common diseases that we come across as veterinarians in our patients. Varying statistics show that the majority of pets in North America are overweight and 25-45% of our cats and dogs are obese. How does someone assess obesity? Veterinarians use a scoring system to gauge weight called a “Body Condition Score” system. It is a nine point scale, where a 1/9 would be an emaciated (extremely skinny) animal, a 5/9 is an ideal body condition score, and a 9/9 is morbidly obese. The veterinarian will assess fat covering over the ribs, lumbar spine, and tail head area. We will also assess how “tucked in” the waist of the animal is. An animal with an ideal body condition will have a noticeable waist, where obese animals will not. Overweight cats commonly get fat pads hanging underneath their abdomen, and overweight cats and dogs can also get fat deposits in other areas throughout their body. You can look up “body condition scoring” on the internet, and there are very good visual scales for you to gauge if your pet is overweight. Your veterinarian also assesses your pets’ body condition when we see them for their check-up exams. What causes overweight animals? For the most part, the culprit is overfeeding and not enough exercise. Sometimes, we may be feeding a correct volume of pet food, but overdo it with people food or treats. Another common thing is that when a pet is younger and active, they have a higher metabolism and burn more calories. As they gradually age, sometimes we forget to reduce their caloric intake as their metabolism and activity decreases. Spaying and neutering pets has many beneﬁts, but one drawback is that it decreases their metabolic rate. As long as we are aware of it and reduce their caloric consumption, it generally is not an issue. Medical reasons for why a pet is overweight can include hypothyroidism, hyperadrenocorticism (Cushing’s disease), having an insulinoma (having a tumor of the pancreas), or reduced activity from pain- such as arthritis. Why do we even care if an animal is a bit overweight? Purina® performed a life-long study in dogs, where half of the dogs were an ideal body condition for their life and half were overweight for their life. The dogs that were an ideal body condition for their lives lived an average of 15% longer. In a lab sized dog this meant an extra 2 years of life. For breeds which are smaller than this or most cat breeds, this could equate to even more time than that. Overweight and obese animals are also generally less healthy than other pets. They statistically have more orthopedic issues (arthritis, cruciate ligament injuries, mobility issues, etc.), endocrine diseases, respiratory issues, cardiac issues, and more. These issues can affect the quantity and quality of an animal’s

life. Keeping your animals at an ideal weight through the course of their life is also best for you financially, as these pets generally need fewer trips to the vet and end up needing less food. If you already have an overweight pet, where do you start? A good starting point is often a trip to your vet to get an accurate weight, body condition score, and also to see if your pet has signs of other issues which can make weight loss more difficult. They can also help give you an estimate of what your pet should weigh. Starting on a weight loss program in any animal should be gradual for it to be successful and to minimize health risks. We generally recommend cutting the caloric intake by 20-25% and monitoring weight weekly. You can also try feeding your pet the recommended intake for their ideal body weight versus their overweight size. If no results are seen after several weeks, another reduction in calories may be needed. The back of the bags or cans of pet food you have will say the amount of calories there are in a certain volume and they will usually have a breakdown of how much to feed for a certain weight. One of the easiest ways to help your pet with weight loss is cutting out any people food and treats from their diet. Reputable dog food is formulated to be a complete food having all the nutrients that an animal needs. If you have trouble feeding your pet their food exclusively, you can cut down their meal size and feed some kibbles as “treats” throughout the day. There are also many options for low calorie treats available on the market, or you can try giving certain vegetables to your dog (cats are carnivores) for treats too. If your pet seems too hungry after you have reduced the amount of food, switching diets to a weight loss diet can really help. Weight loss food is lower in calories, nutritionally complete, and bulkier than normal food; giving the feeling of being fuller, while still consuming fewer calories. Certain weight loss foods also offer online weight loss programs so that they will tell you exactly how much to feed, what weight loss results you should be seeing, and what time frame you should be seeing it in. Please feel free to inquire if you are interested in starting a weight loss diet and would like your own weight loss plan made up for your pet. Just like with people, increasing exercise will speed weight loss. If you notice that your pet is having mobility or orthopedic issues there are many different approaches to aid in their comfort and activity. Low impact, regular exercise such as walking and swimming can improve strength, comfort, and aid in weight loss. Strengthening exercises, laser therapy, omega 3 fatty acid and glucosamine supplementation, Cartrophen injections, various anti-inflammatories, and occasionally surgery can help many animals become more comfortable so that they can exercise and lose weight. If you feel that pain is related to weight loss

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difﬁculties, feel free to ask your veterinarian how to get started. Sometimes endocrine diseases, particularly hypothyroidism, can make it difﬁcult for a pet to lose weight. Hypothyroidism affects the production of hormones produced from the thyroid gland in the neck region. The thyroid gland plays a major role in our metabolism. A reduced production of thyroid hormones can really slow down our pets’ metabolisms and make them predisposed to obesity. Fortunately, hypothyroidism can be tested for with blood tests. Hypothyroidism is treated with oral thyroid hormone supplementation, which should restore the hormone balance in the body to where it should be. To get it back to the normal range of hormones, sometimes repeat blood tests need to be performed to measure the thyroid hormones. Diet, age, activity level, breed, and other health issues can all contribute to being overweight. Catching your pet while they are just slightly overweight and getting them back to a healthy weight is one of the easiest ways to minimize obesity over the course of their life. If you would like more information about obesity, would like a complementary “weigh in” at the clinic, or would like more information about our obesity month promotions and program, please feel free to contact the Dawson Creek Veterinary Clinic. www.dcvet.ca

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Animal cruelty a growing concern William Stodalka Staff Writer Sept 29/2014 Cases of animal abandonment and cruelty tend to be more prevalent in Northeast B.C. than in other parts of the province, according to the director of the Fort St. John SPCA. "It's always been here, but I would say just in the last couple of years, we're seeing more of a growth in these kinds of incidents, particularly with the animal cruelty, the animal neglect cases coming forward," said Candace Buchamer. "Even though we're seeing huge support from the community as far as ... our events and helping us fundraise, we're also seeing a massive increase in these events of abandonment, neglect, cruelty, those kind of things, and particularly with people just abandoning their animals." Buchamer said that her branch has had more than a dozen cases so far in 2014 of animals that were found deceased, had to be put down or required serious medical treatment because of cruelty and/or neglect. One of the more disturbing cases was reported earlier this month involving a mutilated cat in Fort St. John. On the early morning of Sept. 7, RCMP found the cat, which was dead, on a front porch after the residents of the home called police, RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Jodi Shelkie said. (The residents of the house did not own or know the cat, she added.) Officers tracked the suspects with a police dog to a nearby shed, where two men, 44 and 31, were arrested, the RCMP reported. Police have requested charges of mischief and causing an animal to suffer. Buchamer went on to say that every two weeks, the SPCA gets a call from landlords of all types reporting an abandoned animal. Often, she said, they find out that the pet’s owner did not seem like a likely candidate to leave an animal behind. In another case, they gave a dog to a man for a "foster to adopt" phase. During these sessions, a person will have a couple of weeks to foster an animal to make sure that the animal and owner get along. "We asked all the questions; we found out supposedly what he was going to do when work was over with," she said. "(It) seemed like a perfect home." But when the phase

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ended, the SPCA tried – and failed – to reach that person. It wasn't until later that one of his co-workers in a tree planting camp came into the SPCA with the foster dog. Buchamer said that the employee had left the dog at the camp. What the SPCA had been told was "just a story he fed us so he could have a dog the two months that he was here (in the camp),” Buchamer said. She also told of kittens being thrown out onto the side of the highway to freeze to death. Right now, the SPCA has several such animals waiting to be adopted. Buchamer said that she believes people don't report these animals out of fear of being judged. "They didn't have their animals spayed, they had kittens or puppies, and well, they don't want anybody to judge them," she said. "So it's easier for them to take these poor little animals out to suffer and die than it is to actually come into the shelter." In other cases, caring for animals places a financial strain on the SPCA and their donors.

In the case of Nick Furry, a border collie about three years old, the SPCA found medical problems with his right eye that forced them to remove it. Furry was later adopted, but returned three days later, suffering pain in his front leg. An x-ray revealed that he had a preexisting gunshot wound. The SPCA is now once again asking for donations so they can remove the painful leg and put him into a permanent home. But Buchamer said that the SPCA doesn't judge, or fine, people who bring in unwanted young animals. "If you can't get over that feeling of being judged, bring it to the gate, in a box, and leave it at our gate, at least," she said. "It's safe ... with any luck, is not going to perish by the time they drop it off to the time (SPCA workers) get to work. "It's a much better method of dealing with it."

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Farming the old fashioned way David Dyck Photos

The straw is shot out the top chute, and the oats are discarded into horsedrawn carts, and carried away.

Shane Wagner has a penchant for old farm machinery. Earlier in the year, he led a group in cutting some fields for the District of Taylor using horse-drawn cutters. Last weekend, he and other farming enthusiasts hosted the community in a threshing party near Clearview Elementary School, using a machine that was made in the 1940's. After harvesting over 400 bushels of oats, they celebrated with a pig roast. Don’t let your herd become stressed because of any type of fly infestation. Stressed cattle do not perform to their best ability. To help alleviate stress in your herd, you could purchase a Lewis Cattle Oiler or get finished product. your current LewisThe Oiler serviced. We now have an 8 gallon tank oiler with oil drape and salt feeder along with the 15 gallon tank models. There is a payment program in place though Lewis Cattle Oilers with no banks involved, no credit application required, and you can take up to 18 months to pay with no interest charges. We provide free delivery and set up.

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On-farm environmental improvements yield decades of benefit for watershed BY LILIAN SCHAER

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prevent flooding. The water is now semi-controlled, whereas it previously just flowed freely, which helps with controlling erosion. It also helps keep the trees that are growing in his bush stable, and the ponds on his farm have speckle and rainbow trout populations. The Bighead River program was active in Grey County from 1993 to 1997, with more than 120 individual projects completed during that time. These projects, including McKessock’s, have matured over that time and the environmental benefits are still being felt decades later. Through the 3W program, many innovative and low cost solutions were implemented that have now become common practice on many farms today. This article is one in a series produced by Farm & Food Care Ontario. The stories highlight innovative initiatives in the areas of animal welfare and environmental stewardship in Ontario agriculture. To submit a profile idea, email info@farmfoodcare.org http://farmfoodcare.org/news/news-articles/28farm-food-care/media/news-releases/2014/418-onfarm-environmental-improvements-yield-decades-ofbenefit-for-watershed September 29, 2014

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It’s hard to imagine a prettier spot in Ontario than Bob McKessock’s farm. Nestled in the picturesque rolling hills of northern Grey County between Chatsworth and Owen Sound, the 100 acre farm where he raises beef cattle has been in his family for over 100 years. About two decades ago, McKessock was one of the first farmers in his area to take part in a unique demonstration project designed to improve water quality in the Bighead River watershed where his farm is located. Today, as the project has matured over time, the benefits of McKessock’s work and the proactive vision of the program’s leaders are clearly evident. The Bighead River demonstration program was part of the Wetland, Woodland and Wildlife (3W) Program, which was designed to prevent potential conflict between agriculture, wildlife and fisheries. The focus was on working with local farmers and land owners in the watershed to improve water quality by reducing livestock access to open water sources, controlling soil erosion, and rehabilitating fish habitat. McKessock is fortunate to have several fresh water springs on his farm that served both his house and barn, as well as the cattle in his pastures. As part of the Bighead River project, McKessock built two cattle watering stations on his farm and then fenced his stream and swamp areas off to keep the livestock out of that water. Both watering stations use gravity to pipe water into them from the nearby natural springs. rotational grazing – not only does it ensure cattle have “We fenced the cattle out of the swamp; it gets access to a steady stream of ready grass, but it also kind of mucky and they could get stuck in there. helps keep the pastures growing evenly and can reduce Sometimes they’d go into the swamp area to calve soil erosion because there’s continuous ground cover. and it would be hard to get them out,” says McKesAs part of the project, McKessock also installed sock. “There are 20 acres in there with good water and culverts and pipes at various points on his farm to grass, so it’s not insignificant to take that out of production.” McKessock has 20 cow calf pairs now, but when the project was underway, his herd included about 75 cows. There’s definitely more wildlife in the fenced off area now, and keeping the cattle out improves the quality of water, which McKessock says flows out of his property and is in Meaford – a town on Georgian Bay about 25 km away – the next day. “One of the cattle watering tanks is actually a burial vault, but it works really well,” explains McKessock. “The company that did watering tanks went out of business and the burial vault people had an extra vault. It has an outlet in the bottom that you can use to drain it in the winter, and we also Due to start calving March 15, 2015 installed a mineral deposit This is a one iron cow herd. on the side for the cattle.” We have been building this herd for 32 years and The fencing also makes it easier to corral or round have always used top quality bulls. up the cattle when they need All the bulls used for the last 2 years are sparrow bloodline bulls. treatment, for example, or This is the largest purebred Charolais herd in B.C. when they’re being sent to market. We are dispersing for health reasons. The fencing included multiple gates so that the cattle can be moved from one pasture to another. This practice is called

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THE CATTLE MARKET IS VERY STRONG. Levi Pedgerachny and his staff at Sekura Livestock/Triple J would like to extend and invitation to all Northern Alberta and British Columbia ranchers to market your livestock through their facility in Westlock, Alberta.

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Large comfortable feed and water pens • Capacity to hold 3,500 head sales • Show alley pre-sort to single owner cattle • 12-15 order buyers at every sale Give us a call today to market your livestock! Manager: Levi Pedgerachny (780)349-1446 Fieldman: Wade Schaupmeyer (780)305-4104

Regular cattle sales held every Thursday Next sale:

Thursday, October 16 – 9:00 a.m. Thursday, October 23 – 9:00 a.m. Thursday, October 30 – 9:00 a.m.

Special Cattle Sales

Angus influence calf sale: Thursday, October 23 – 9:00 a.m. Bred cow and heifer sale: Saturday, October 25 – 10:00 a.m.

Regular sheep and goat sales on the first and third Mondays of every month Next sale

Monday, October 20 – 11:00 a.m. Monday, November 3 – 11:00 a.m.

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and means the complete text will commence the ratification process in both Europe and Canada. CCA President Dave Solverson called the CETA an outstanding agreement for Canadian beef producers and thanked Prime Minister Stephen Harper, International Trade Minister Ed Fast and Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz for their demonstrated commitment to move the agreement forward. Once ratified and implemented, the CETA will provide new dutyfree access for 64,950 tonnes of Canadian beef valued at nearly $600 million annually, with the lion’s share of the quota reserved for Canada alone. “The CCA would like to see the same unanimous endorsement from all the provinces and territories that the agreement-in-principle received last fall,” Solverson said. “The CCA urges the Federal and Provincial governments to move quickly to implement the agreement as soon as possible.” The agreement has been hailed as a game changer for Canada’s beef industry, as the removal of longstanding barriers in this agreement, such as high tariffs, enables Canadian beef producers to benefit from the high value that the European beef market represents. The CCA has been working on the CETA from the outset of negotiations in 2009, engaging with the Canadian negotiating team and conducting advocacy with key EU and Member State officials and industry representatives. CCA representatives attended numerous negotiating rounds in Brussels and Ottawa and met regularly with the Canadian negotiators of CETA to ensure they clearly understood the needs of Canada’s beef sector. For the Canadian beef sector, CETA will produce duty free access for 64,950 tonnes. Of this, 50,000 tonnes, consisting of 35,000 tonnes of fresh/chilled beef and 15,000 tonnes of frozen beef, are reserved for Canada. In addition, Canada will see the 20 per cent duty on the existing 14,950 tonne Hilton quota shared with the U.S. reduced immediately to zero. Canada will also continue to have access to the existing shared duty free quota for high quality grain-fed beef. Combined with the new access, there is a potential to reach more than 100,000 tonnes per year of duty free access for Canadian beef. Additionally, all live cattle, genetics and most beef offals and processed beef products will benefit from immediate unlimited duty free access. For further information, contact: Gina Teel Communications Manager Canadian Cattlemen’s Association 403-275-8558 x 306 403-875-3616 | teelg@cattle.ca www.cattle.ca

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Considerations when planning changes to a cow herd AGRI-NEWS SEPTEMBER 29, 2014

When it comes to deciding on expanding a cow herd, or taking over an existing one, there are a few critical checkpoints to be considered. “In recent months there has been a lot of talk about the potential for beef herd expansion due to the historically high beef and cattle prices the industry is experiencing,” says Bruce Viney, business development – risk, Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development, Olds. “Experts from all facets of the industry have been writing and talking about the opportunities and limiting factors to start the next expansion phase of the cattle cycle.” Viney says that once a family or business has decided that expanding the cow herd fits within its long term business strategy, discussions should switch over to focus on expected long-term profitability, and eventually to the risk factors associated with the change. “The new or expanded cow-calf enterprise must have a reasonable chance of providing the business with an acceptable level of profit while not unduly placing the businesses equity at risk should unforeseen risk events occur. But before the farm or enterprise analysis gets bogged down in risk and discussions around all of the bad things that have happened in the last dozen or so years, the analysis should first look at expected profitability.’ Estimating future profitability requires an assessment of potential costs and returns. These are made up of selling prices, feed prices and other production costs. “It’s suggested that before you even consider expansion, managers should have a good handle on current production costs and how changes in commodity prices and other inputs can affect

those costs. Production costs should be estimated out into the future for at least five years so that net cash flow and enterprise profit forecasts are reasonable.” In preparing unit production cost forecasts, it’s important to assess changes in efficiency resulting from the expansion. “In some cases, expansion can reduce the per unit overhead costs due to more efficient use of capital assets and other resources,” says Viney. “However, it’s also important to realize that some herd expansions can actually cause an increase in the unit cost of production or breakeven selling prices. If large additional capital investments or increases in labour expenses are required, those changes must be carefully evaluated in unit cost of production terms.” With a reasonable forecast of physical production and corresponding unit costs in hand, the next big challenge is to try and anticipate future selling prices. “The recent climb to historically high prices is seen by some people as too high and an excellent time to sell out,” explains Viney. “Others view this price move as merely the first advance to a new higher trading range in a tight supply and strong global demand environment. It is generally agreed that while no one can accurately predict future market prices, having the best available information is extremely important and will give confidence to your own price estimates.” A well-researched price forecast will provide a road map so that timely risk management strategies can be implemented when prices deviate up or down from the forecast. “In the last decade or so, producers that had predefined plans were able to quickly implement risk reduction strategies that minimized negative impacts on their financial position. Well researched price forecasts and risk man-

agement plans also helped place many producers in a better position to capture current opportunities.” To help in creating annual cost and return budgets, producers can access the ‘Rancher’s Return’ downloadable spreadsheet template from Alberta Agriculture's website here.

For further information and tools to assist with herd expansion and a variety of other management decisions, go to the Farm Manager homepage on the Alberta Agriculture website http://tinyurl.com/lqqabdf. Contact: Bruce Viney, 403-556-4250

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MARKET REPORT On Thursday October 2, 2014 1815 head of cattle went through Vold Jones Vold Auction in Dawson Creek

SLAUGHTER CATTLE D1 - D2 Cows D3 - D4 Cows Holstein Cows Heiferettes Bologna Bulls Feeder Bulls

116.00-129.00 104.00-112.00 N/A 125.00-145.00 130.00-145.00 130.00-150.00

Good Bred Cows Good Bred Heifers Cow/calf pairs younger Cow/calf pairs older Older Cows Milk Cows

N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

202.00-214.00 212.00-228.00 220.00-238.00 240.00-261.00 252.00-270.00 284.00-306.00 330.00-350.00 340.00-405.00

Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers

185.00-204.00 200.00-212.00 212.00-224.00 220.00-233.00 230.00-250.00 245.00-275.00 300.00-320.00 330.00-355.00

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NO SALE ON THIS DATE Regular Sale Angus Calf & Yearling Sale Regular Sale Simmental & Charolais Calf & Yearling Sale Regular Sale

10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m.

November 2014

STOCKERS & FEEDERS Good Feeder Steers 1000 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 900 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 800 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 700 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 600 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 500 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 400 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 300 lbs Plus:

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Monday, Nov. 3 Thursday, Nov. 6 Monday, Nov. 10 Thursday, Nov. 13 Monday, Nov 17 Thursday, Nov 20 MONDAY, NOV 24

Bred Cow & Heifer Sale Regular Sale NO SALE ON THIS DATE Regular Sale Calf & Yearling Sale Regular Cattle Sale Bred Cow & Heifer Sale

10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:00 am 10:00 am 10:00 am

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New Holland celebrates 50 years of tractor production at Basildon, U.K., with the Golden Jubilee T7 and T6 models New Holland, PA. (February 11, 2014) - New Holland’s Basildon, U.K., plant will celebrate half a century of continuous tractor operations in 2014. To commemorate this important milestone, Golden Jubilee limited editions of the T7.270 Auto Command™ and T6.160 Auto Command™ will be produced. These exclusive tractors will be unveiled in North America at the World Ag Expo in Tulare, California. They will be a limited edition, built only during the Jubilee year. In addition to these two celebratory tractors, all models produced at New Holland’s Basildon plant in 2014 will feature a special 50th anniversary decal, which recalls the elegant lines of the T6 and T7 tractor series. “The New Holland plant at Basildon has been at the center of our tractor operations for 50 years. Today it produces tractors in the 120 - 270 hp range, which are helping farmers across the globe to farm in an ever more productive, sustainable and efficient manner,” says Carlo Lambro, Brand President of New Holland Agriculture. “These exclusive Golden Jubilee editions celebrate the unparalleled success of both the T7.270 Auto Command and the T6.160 Auto

Command.” T6.160 and T7.270 Auto Command™ Golden Jubilee editions Exclusive Golden Jubilee editions of Basildon’s two flagship products will be produced. The T7.270 Auto Command Golden Jubilee is the most powerful tractor ever to be built at Basildon and the T6.160 Auto Command Golden Jubilee represents the pinnacle of mid-range tractor technology. Both models will feature metallic Profondo Blue paint, a rich midnight blue shade, gold grilles, exhaust guard and model identification. Additional elements include a luxurious interior boasting an optional full leather seat, leather steering wheel and a thick pile carpet. Fully integrated IntelliSteer™ auto-guidance is available. Half a century of making tractor history The construction of a dedicated factory built for the fully integrated production of tractors began in Basildon in 1962. On May 15, 1964, the very first tractors went down the production line of Europe’s most modern tractor manufacturing facility. A quarter of a century later, in 1989, over two million engines had been produced and the now iconic Continued on 52

Bonanza Farmer Takes Possession of Commemorative Edition New Holland Tractor On Monday, October 6th, Lance Hingley of Bonanza, Alberta took possession of a very special tractor from Douglas Lake Equipment, the New Holland dealer in Dawson Creek, B.C. The 2014 T7.270 Auto Command tractor was one of a select number of Golden Jubilee tractors built at New Holland’s Basildon plant in the

United Kingdom to commemorate the fiftieth anniversary of the first tractor that rolled out of the factory on May 15, 1964. 1.6 million tractors, and 3.1 million engines later, the Basildon plan t chose to pay tribute to its producti on accomplishment by issuing a limited number of T6 and T7 models com plete with a unique commemorative colour and special decaling. Mr. Hingley plans on using the tractor at his farm in Bonanza.

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AGRI-NEWS SEPTEMBER 29, 2014

Drones have been used by the military and by hobbyists for years, but now unmanned aerial vehicles designed to do a range of everyday jobs are finding a place in the agriculture industry. “Drones can be used for such applications as crop scouting, livestock surveillance in remote areas, detection of algae blooms – you name it,” says Nevin Rosaasen, research economist, Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development, Edmonton. “There’s even talk of it being integrated into precision agriculture and, in the future, for fertilizer delivery and spraying.” He says that producers looking at using drones have a lot to consider. “When it comes down to it, you are ultimately going to get what you paid for,” says Rosaasen. “An entry level drone with one or two cameras might cost around $350-$400, while one with higher level resolution cameras, with filters such as UV for crop health information, range from $3,500 to $4,000. Top end drones are in the $40,000- $50,000 range.” He says they are other costs beyond the purchase price. “These include the time it takes to learn to operate the drone, which may be better spent in other areas of the operation. It’s best to use a partial budget when considering any new technology. You need to consider the costs of the investment, repairs, extra labour,

management time and time spent interpreting the data.” On the other side of the partial budget are the positives. “You have to look at how your business might benefit from the information from a drone, such as better production and management decisions and how it might put more dollars in your pocket.” The biggest consideration is how the information from a drone will be used. “For instance, certain producers have said a bird’s eye view is worth $1,000 a minute. It’s a big advantage to be able to get an overall survey of your field rather than just walking blindly into it hoping to find problems. Some of the aerial views and cameras can really help producers save time and deploy their resources effectively. It really comes down to the cost versus the benefit. “It’s important to set realistic goals for capturing the potential benefits of the images, maps or information gained using drone technology and that additional information being applied to make a more informed production decision. When the benefits outweigh the costs, you have now turned an expensive toy into a valuable business decision-making tool.” To hear a Call of the Land interview with Rosaassen on drones, go to: http://tinyurl.com/pgnffcg Contact: Nevin Rosaasen 780-422-7095

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2014 DT550 Versatile 550 hp P/Shift Del/Cab A/S/R 6 E/ hyd 110 gpm diff/lock HID/lites, camera 534,500 36” Tracks, introductory offer 415,900

LEASE to Own 120’ SX275 Sprayer $219,999 10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $18,600

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2013 310 Versatile 310hp, 16spd Power Shift 4 E/hyd 55 gpm, Fenders L/3pt. L/wts 540/1000pto 199,999 $267,300 20.8R42D, 16.9R30S

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2014 500 Versatile 500 hp, P/Shift Del/Cab 110 hyd 6 E/ hyd diff/lock Radar, A/S/R, Canbus, Radar 436,500 800/70R38 Firestone Only 322,000

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2012 305 Versatile 305hp, 16spd Power Shift 4 E/hyd 55 gpm, Fenders L/3pt. L/wts 540/1000pto $160,900 $221,150 506208 20.8R42D,16.9R30 10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $14,200

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $27,000 2013 550 Versatile 550 hp, P/Shift Del/Cab 110 hyd 6 E/ hyd diff/lock Radar, A/S/R, Canbus, Radar 478,500 800/70R38 Firestone Only 345,000

1000+ bu. GC9250 UF Grain Cart, w/Tarp c/w 17” Auger, 1000 pto, 900/60x32R1 $59,500 1 only 49,900

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$ 265,000

Take the Pair for only

LEASE to Own 2375 + 1315 G/Cart $265,000 10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $23,400 Call for Your Price.

Blowout CNT . 2013 305 Versatile 305hp,16spd P/ Shift, 90hrs 4 E/hyd 55 gpm, Fnds HID L/3pt wts 540/1000pto $226,150 506489 20.8R42D, 16.9R30 $165,900

520 Scale 5 point system

79,900 7,500

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC

$ 8,000

1300 bu G/Cart tarp 50” tires $95,100

20’ V-Wing Ditche

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $14,700

2014 2375 Versatile 375hp QSM11, PTO 710/70R38 duals 4 hyds Radio work lite msrp $310,200 Only $195,000 10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $17,000

Fall Blow Out.

1014 Farm Boy Unloader 1214 Renn Unloader 12’

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC

2013 2375 Vers 375hp pto 710/70R38

Model 1214 Unloader

Base unit msrp 88,12 Options 1nd sets dro

10-Semi-Annual Lease pa

70’ML 970 “ALIVE” shank monitor, D/S

32’ V-Wing Ditch

Air Drill 5 section, 634 bu tank, 4th tank

330,000

415,500 520x85R38 duals

2006 2145 Versatile 145hp, 18spd PS, 3 E/hyd 6600 hr 710/70R38 600/65R28, 540/1000rpm pto, $127,300 w/ FEL, grapple 105,900 85,900

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $33,200 Call for Your Price.

Base unit msrp 144,2 Options 2nd sets dro

10-Semi-Annual Lease pay

Call for Your Price. 2013 305 Versatile 305hp, 16spd Power Shift 4 E/hyd 55 gpm, Fnds HID L/3pt. L/wt 540/1000pto $230,250 506487 20.8R42D, 16.9R30 $175,900 10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $15,600

2014 2375 Versatile 375hp QSM11, 4 hyd 710/70R38 duals 4 hyds Radio work lite msrp $295,200 Only $185,000

12’ 650 Offset 10”s 26”x8mm 38,940

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $16,500

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $ 3,400

Premium Tractor.

Call for Your Price.

2 NEW AB Grain D tested, & ready for de

32,500

32’ TD600 TANDUM DISK, 10.5”S, 26X8mm c/o frt 26x8mm S/rear, S/L hitch 650# per ft, T2-215 brgs MSRP 92,100 Brg wear grds Intro 77,900

Tier 3

2013 280 Versatile 280hp, 16spd PS, 3 E/hyd

2004 2375 Versatile 375hp QSM11, 3075h

36’ TD600 TANDUM DISK, 96,100

80,400

710/70R38, 600/65R28 540/1000pto, Fenders, L/3pt $232,300 with FEL 506468 $182,000

$125,200 710/70R38 duals,

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $ 8,400

10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC of $16,200

$119,000

Intro

LEASE to Own DF22 AB

SOLD 1,000 bu/hr A/B Grain Drier Approx. Capacity Barley 24T/hr (1000bu/hr) 20 to 15 @ 98oC, w/ambient AIR of 10o C & 20% R/H DF22000 40’L x 10’ Tran/W x 13’ H $ 216,000 Customer no trade discount -16,000 Drier net cost $ 200,000 Freight 30,000 + su 10,000 40,000 Customer net Price fob SR $ 240,000 Flat rate Frt to Alta, Sask or Mb + 5,000 Customer net Price fob his farm $ 245,000

12-S/A Lease pay LEASE to Own Drier &

12-S/A Lease pay

www.rossequip. ca • DAVE ROSS EQU

The Northern Horizon, October 10, 2014

Spirit River, Ab

OCT 1 - 31 ROGATOR FALL BLOWOUT

780-864-3731,

Toll Free

ift cap 5,500# lift 19’ 7km, hyd coupler, lites, s 88,000 only

$8,900

ayments OAC

Instock, 40km

Ross Chrysler Since 1948

Call for Your Price. 100’ 2014 RG1100 Rogator Sprayer 1100 SS tank, Viper Pro, Auto Steer, 300 GPS, Accu boom, Auto boom wheels, Frt load 380/90R46, Air ride, Air Dryer Pkg, 412,300 334,000 Blowout 315,000 10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC

www.rosschrysler.ca

ROSS CHRYSLER

All Payments 0 down, 3.99% for 84 mbw=months-bi-weekly payments. OAC, except used

32 mpg

V6 Dsl & Air Ride

14 Limited AWD 8spd, V6vvt 643479

28hp 540 / 1000 PTO,

120’ 2014 RG1100 Rogator Sprayer 1100 450,400 355,000 Blowout 342,000 10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC $30,800

reg 54,500

47,500

$342-84 mbw

O n ly 4 0 m ile s N o rth o f G ra n d e P ra irie

Se xsm ith

G r ande P r ai rie

Coil Susp

Diesel

14 D1500 Longhorn CC4X4SB 814622

$36,800

34 mpg

14 D1500 SLT V6d 8ACC4X4SB 872538 V6 Dsl & Air Ride

14 D1500 SLT V6 8ACC4X4SB 661523 V6 Dsl & Air Ride

MSRP $58,950

MSRP $79,350

$345-84 mbw

14 D2500 L / horn C/C4x4 SB 953715 $472-84 mbw

40 mpg

66,500

Coil Susp

Diesel

SOLD MSRP $76,450

$338-84 mbw 40 mpg

64,700

14 D2500 Laramie C/C4x4 LB 940691 Diesel

MSRP $42,920

MSRP $66,950

MSRP $76,750

$281-84 mbw

$400-84 mbw 14 D1500 Laramie V6 8A CC4X4SB 269602

$459-84 mbw

39,500

yor reg $56,700

$49,000

15 Cherokee Ltd 4x4 3.2L v279375

er, less drop down

20 intro op downs

82,000 16,000

ayments OAC

$9,900

New 825 gal/tank, 380/90R46, crop/divider auto-boom Trimble Ez –boom, Ez Auto Steer, 710 tire avail $10k Reg 135,300 #85107 new hydro 109,900

MSRP $71,750

$286-84 mbw

$353-84 mbw

$437-84 mbw

49,700

14 1500 Laramie QC4X4 8ASB 620546 Air Susp

MSRP $40,240

14 G/Caravan SXT 6spd 409382

$234-84 mbw

Bright silver

14 G1500 Laramie QC4X4 8ASB945531

40,900

12 Town & Country 6spd 441459

OPTIONs

21,200

150kw = 188kva = 201hp, 480v - 226 amp 3 ph Gen Set $47,900 $36,000

25,800

Coil Susp

Diesel

32,900

14 D2500 Laramie C/C4x4 LB 622692 $461-84 mbw

$234-84 mbw

64,900

Coil Susp

MSRP $80,450

39,500

15 G1500 SLT V6 8AQC4X4SB 515446 $286-84 mbw 14 D2500 L / horn C/C4x4 SB 394726

2012

39,900

15 D1500 SLT V6 8AQC4X4SB 808451 $288-84 mbw 12 G2500 SLT CC 4x4 LB 898473

used

67,900

$496-84 mbw

5.7L V8 Hemi VVT

MSRP $52,330

MSRP $49,250

MSRP $46,230

$ 28,900 11 D3500 Laramie CC 4x4 LB 419290

12 Town & Country 6spd 3.6L 671439

$341-84 mbw

V6 Gas

Demo 55,436km 36 mpg

QUICK & SIMPLE DRIER BASE in lue of cement.

MSRP $76,250

2013

42,300

$300-84 mbw Silver Diesel

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y OAC of $

14 D2500 SLT C/C4x4 LB 992645

MSRP $48,750

MSRP $40,240

14 G/Caravan SXT 6spd 420382

24,300

200 Gen $290,000

$299-84 mbw

36 mpg

200kw = 250kva = 268hp, 480v - 301 amp 3 ph Gen Set $54,900 $45,000

150 Gen $281,000

y OAC of $

59,600

MSRP $58,850

V6 Gas

36 mpg

MSRP $49,230

OAC of $

26 mpg

48,100

32,900

$15,900

B Drier $245,000

Diesel

Coil Susp

SOLD

200 intro 134,000 op downs 23,500

Driers assembled, elivery to your Farm.

14 D2500 Laramie C/C4x4 SB 377692

MSRP $60,450

36 mpg

her, less drop down

yments OAC

26 mpg

MSRP $44,430

42,300

15 Wrangler Sahara 4x4 3.6L v710407

64,700

56,400

Air Susp

90’ 2005 8500 Willmar Sprayer 200hp 2300hrs

$459-84 mbw Coil Susp

120’ 2015 RG1100 Rogator Sprayer AWS 508,400 395,900 Blowout 368,000 10-Semi-Annual Lease payments OAC $33,200

$482-84 mbw Diesel

Coil Susp

47,600

34,900

$247-84 mbw

40 mpg

67,900

14 D2500 L / horn C/C4x4 SB 508729

MSRP $58,950

MSRP $37,940

14Journey R/T AWD 3.6L 339353

$409-84 mbw

48,600

MSRP $38,130

15Journey R/T AWD 3.6L i100353

MSRP $80,750

57,600

V6 Dsl & Air Ride

34 mpg

om susp Cab A/C forks d, 1 boom hyd, Rev fan, suspension, 22.5” Ag tires, 0 lbs only 131,900

37,500

40 mpg

MSRP $68,950

f48,100

reg 43,500

Oct 03- 2014 All Programs deducted

R y c ro ft

$28,500 MSRP $51,950

ayments OAC $13,300

800-661-7401 for Matt, Al, AJ or Larry

N S p i rit R i v er

$289-60 mbw diesel, 154k/km, Sun roof, loaded

DSRP $38,940

$ 34,900

$350-60 mbw

MSRP $76,440

59,900 Blow Out 13 D3500 Laramie CC4x4SB 619691 $425-84 mbw

UIPMENT LTD. • www.rosschrysler.ca

30 The Northern Horizon, October 10, 2014

Offer Expires Oct 31, 2014 Superior Quality. Trusted Tradition

6D TRACTORS

5055E TRACTOR & H240 LOADER

Add a Frontier 74 inch snowblower for $4083

•105 –140 HP •PowrReverser Transmissions with Wet Clutches •540 – 1000 PTO •Open Station or Cab tractors

•55HP •MFWD •Cab Tractor •John Deere PowerTech™ Diesel Engine •12F/12R PowrReverser Trans •540/540E PTO

$5000 OFF Plus 0% for 60 Months

RSX BASE Retail $16,940 •53 Mph top speed •839-cc, V-Twin engine •Four-wheel Independent susp. •Full-locking, True 4WD System •Automotive-style Four-Wheel Hydraulic Disk Brakes •1200-lb Towing Capacity •800-lb Payload Capacity •10.3-inch Ground Clearance

On Sale $15,345 Payments As Low As $308 a Month!

Frontier6 Foot Front Blade Retail $2841

ON SALE $2518 AL1672E

Retail $51,353

On Sale $49,500 0% for 60 Months

RSX TRAIL-CAMO On Sale $18,453

Retail $20,371

In addition to the Base model specs Payments As Low As the Trail is equipped with: $257 a Month! •John Deere 14-in. alloy wheels •26-in. Maxxis® Bighorn® 2.0 tires •High-performance sport seats. Factory-installed attachments include: •Front brush-guard •Rear bumper •3000-lb Warn® winch •Cargo box rails. •2-in. front receiver hitch w/ recovery loops

Frontier 64 inch 3PT Snowblower

Retail $3666

ON SALE $3296 SB1164

RSX SPORT Retail $20,308

On Sale $18,397 Payments As Low As

In addition to the Base model $307 a Month! specs the Sport is equipped with: •John Deere 14-in. alloy wheels •26-in. Maxxis® Bighorn® 2.0 tires •High-performance sport seats •RSX tuned Fox 2.0 Performance shocks Factory-installed attachments include: •Pre-runner •Cargo box rails

Frontier 74 inch 3PT Snowblower Retail $4541

ON SALE $4083 SB1174

Grande Prairie 780-532-8402 • Fairview 780-835-4440 • La Crete 780-928-3337 • Dawson Creek 250-782-4141 www.prairiecoastequipment.com Items may not be exactly as shown, accessories & attachments cost extra. Taxes, set-up, delivery, freight, and preparation charges not included. Prices are based on the US exchange are subject to change. A documentation fee of up to $250 will be applied on all finance offerings. Additional fees may apply. Programs and prices subject to change without notice. See dealer for full details some restrictions apply *Offer valid from September 1, 2014 until October 31, 2014. Financing on approved John Deere Financial credit only. S Limited time offer which may not be combined with other offers. Discounts or other incentives may be available for cash purchases. By selecting the purchase financing offer, consumers may be foregoing such discounts and incentives which may result in a higher effective interest rate. A530% APR purchase financing for 60 months on new John Deere 1 Series Sub-Compact Utility Tractors. Down payment may be required. TRepresentative Amount Financed: $10,000, at 0% APR, monthly payment is $166.67 for 60 months, total obligation is $10,000, cost of borrowing is $0. Monthly payments/cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed/down payment. MSRP cash price based on highest priced product in series: $14,696 (includes $50 documentation fee). Cost of borrowing based on Representative Amount Financed not MSRP cash price. Minimum finance amount may be required; representative amount does not guarantee offer applies. The charge for amounts past due is 24% per annum. *Offer valid from June 17, 2014 until October 31, 2014 Financing on approved John Deere Financial credit only. See dealer for details. Limited time offer which may not be combined with other offers. Discounts or other incentives may be available for cash purchases. By selecting the purchase financing offer, consumers may be foregoing such discounts and incentives which may result in a higher effective interest rate. 3.9% APR purchase financing for 60 months on new John Deere Utility Vehicles (excluding TX Turf and ProGators). Down payment may be required. Representative Amount Financed: $10,000, at 3.9%APR, monthly payment is $183.71 for 60 months, total obligation is $11,022.60, cost of borrowing is $1022,60. Monthly payments/cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed/down payment. MSRP cash price based on highest priced product in series : $18,086 (includes $50 documentation fee). Cost of borrowing based on Representative Amount Financed not MSRP cash price. Before operating or riding, always refer to the safety and operating information on the vehicle and in the operator’s manual.

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2014 Trades Are Back!

2014 Combines Tractors and Sprayers are back and on sale until November 15 Contact your Salesmen for details. John Deere S680

COMBINE SPECIALS!

2012, Duals, Chopper, Yield Monitor, Guidance Ready, equipped w/Header 247 Eng / 197 Sep Hours

CASH $310,000

JD S670 (13), Duals, Chopper, Header, Starfire & SF1 Activation, Extd Warranty

THESE 2 MACHINES WILL GO FAST

CALL US TODAY!

FOR OTHER COMBINE SPECIALS!

2013, Duals, Chopper, Guidance Ready, c/w header 282 Eng hrs, 235 Sep hours

Only $320,000

HAYING

COMBINES JD S690 (12), Chopper, Yield Monitor, JD 615 Header, 422 eng / 352 Sep Hours

John Deere S690

$369,000

JD 946 Mower Conditioner (08)

JD 956 Mower Conditioner (10) JD 567 Round Baler, MegaWide P/U. $359,000 Twine & Surface wrap, 1000PTO

SEEDERS $25,000 $19,000 $16,900

JD 946 Mower Conditioner (03) $16,700 New Holland CR9080 (11) PRWD, $305,900 Singles, Chopper, Yield Monitor, JD 946 Mower Conditioner (02) $14,500 Guidance ready, comes with header NH BR780A Baler, Twine, 1000PTO $11,500 JD 9870STS, chopper, lat tilt feederhouse, guidance ready, 1239 Eng / 970 Sep Hrs $8,900 $257,000 New Holland BR70 Baler, Twine, 1000PTO Kuhn FC 4000G Mower Conditioner (04) $8,000 JD 9770 (10) 2WD, SIngles, Chopper, $240,000 Yiled Monitor, Lateral Lift c/w header New Holland 660 (94) Regular Pickup, Twine $7,100 JD 9870 (08) Duals, Chopper, Guidance $199,000 ready, 1270 Eng /947 Sep Hrs

SPRAYERS

JD 9760, chopper, yield monitor, header, GS less mapping, 1934 Eng/1467 Sep Hrs $146,000

JD 4710 (02) 90ft Boom, Poly Tank, , 20 inch spacings

JD 9610 (99) Singles, Chopper, Yield Monitor, c/w header

JD 4700 Sprayer (98) 80ft boom, poly tank, hyd tread adjust, 20 inch nozzle spacing, fenders, ss eductor system, 20 gal foam marker, 105R50 tires

$79,900

JD 9600 2WD, Singles, Chopper, c/ with header starting @

$29,900

JD 7720 (85) 2WD, Chopper, c/ with JD 212 Pickup, and JD922 Straight cut

$19,500

TRACTORS JD 9430, 425HP, 18F/6R Powershift trans, Duals, 78gpm Hyd Pump, 4SCV’s

$245,000

Case IH Puma 180 (07) 180HP, MFWD, Powershift trans, singles

$69,000

JD 7320 (07) 105HP, Cab, MFWD, Partial PowerShift,

$60,000

$75,300

JD 1900 (04) Double Shoot, 2 Bar Harrow, SeedStar Monitor for 4WD, 7.5 inch row spacing, Carbide rockshafts 36'x7.5, Primary Hoses Blockage Warning System

$27,000

SWATHERS MacDon 2950 (00) 30ft platform, double knife, split reel, steel p/u teeth

$59,000

MacDon M155 Swathers

$30,000

$110,000

Ford-New Holland S1070 (10) Pull-Type, 100Ft Boom, 1600US Gal. Poly Tank, triple nozzle bodies, cab controls, rate control

$30,000

Willmar Fabrication 785, 60 Ft Boom, Poly tank, Hyd Tread Adjust, Spray Air Boom & Std Boom plumbing. 600 Gal tank

$29,900

Flexi Coil 67 (02) Pull type Sprayer, 132’, wind screens, 5 and 10 Gal Nozzles, Chem Handler, Large tires, 1000 US Gal Poly Tank

JD 1820 (05) 52’ drill, single shoot,c/w JD 1900 430bu Air cart,

$21,500

Only 3 Left! 4 In Stock: 2012, 35 Foot Platform

Only $135,000

NOW ONLY $115,000

Toll Free 1-877-553-3373 www.prairiecoastequipment.com Grande Prairie 780-532-8402 • Fairview 780-835-4440 • La Crete 780-928-3337 • Dawson Creek 250-782-4141

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the harvesting situation Low podding, downed, tangled, or even lodged crops; whatever ability to cut just about any crop MacDon D65 Draper Headers excel. This, along with the g solution. It’s the ultimate with one header makes the D65 a true multi-crop harvestin attitude delivered with MacDon example of productivity meets adaptability. This “Can Do” more top producers and custom more and10, the reason why nce, isHorizon, and performa reliability The Northern October 2014 33 for their operation. harvesters trust MacDon Draper Headers and Windrowers See your local MacDon dealer about the D65 Draper Header.

WHEN THE GOING GETS TOUGH, THE

TOUGH KEEP CUTTING.

Low podding, downed, tangled, or even lodged crops; whatever the harvesting situation MacDon D65 Draper Headers excel. This, along with the ability to cut just about any crop with one header makes the D65 a true multicrop harvesting solution. It’s the ultimate example of productivity meets adaptability. This “Can Do” attitude delivered with MacDon reliability and performance, is the reason why more and more top producers and custom harvesters trust MacDon Draper Headers and Windrowers for their operation. 5 x 2014 units currently in inventory best full pay pricing until October 31st. $2650 off 2015 windrower packages!* with 2015, A, D or R series heads. Call us for pricing.

TRACTORS CIH MXM130 MFD, LX162 ldr., grapple ............. $54,900 NH T6070, FEL, FWA ............................................ $78,000 NH TJ425 4wd .................................................... $149,500 NH TV 140 bi-directional, ldr, grpl...................... $49,500 NH T4040 w/cab, FWA, loader, 340 hrs .............. $68,000 Kubota M135 mfd,ldr/grple, 1275...................... $75,000 Kubota KX057-4GA excavator ............................ $71,000 John Deere 3400 Telehandler ............................. $37,000 Landini MY110, mfwd......................................... $33,500 Versatile 435 w/900 duals 2800hrs ................... $155,000 Versatile 435 w 900 duals, pto, 3000hrs .......... $155,000

HAYING Round Balers NH BR780, 5 in stock ........................... $12,000 - $18,900 NH BR7090, 4 in stock ........................... $27,000-$41,000 NH BR780A .......................................................... $25,000 NH BR780A .......................................................... $12,600 Haybines/Discbines/Mo-Co’s NH 499 12 ft haybine ............................................ $5,500 NH 1411 10’6 discbine ......................................... $14,000 NH 499 (2010) ...................................................... $21,000 CIH 8360, 12 ft Haybine ........................................ $5,500 JD 946 13ft discbine, 2005 .................................. $15,000 Miscellaneous Haying Equipment 2 - Haybuster 2650 & tank .................................. $20,000

AIRCARTS & DRILLS NH SD440 w/ SC380 TBT vari,dbl shoot 51ft 9” stl................................................... $95,000 Case 620 Self Transport ......................................... $1,500 FC 3450 air carts, TBH vr & mech (2) ............. $29-36,000

SPRAYERS NH SF216 100ft .................................................... $29,000 Apache 1220, 2014 120’ Prommier Boom ......... arr. soon FC S67 S-boom 120ft ........................................... $26,000 FC S67 S-boom, 800gal, autorate ....................... $26,000

IN STOCK NOW!

HARVESTING 0

Summers Heavy Harrow, 60’ ............................... $22,000 Landoll 6230 36ft disc, 1yr old............................ $56,000 FC 800 33ft DT cult w/16” sweeps ........................ $7,900

Combines

fo r mo nth s .o .a .c Used Combines – NH CX8080, 2007, 1097 sep-hrs ........................ $175,000 NH CX8070, 2008, 992 sep-hrs .......................... $172,000 NH CX8090, 2013, 2-hdrs .................................. $395,000 NH CX8080, 2010, 1231 sep-hrs ........................ $199,000 NH CX8080, 2010, 1144 sep-hrs ........................ $199,000 NH CX8080, 2010, 1130 sep-hrs ........................ $195,000 NH CX8080, 2013, 216 sep-hrs .......................... $299,000 NH CX8080 x4, 2012, 770-890 Eng-hrs ............. $260,000 NH CR9070, 2008, 500 sep-hrs .......................... $249,000 NH TR99 w/pickup header .................................. $59,000 NH TX 68 combine, 1995..................................... $52,000 NH 994, 25 ft header ............................................. $8,000 JD 9650, 2001, 1900 s-hrs 2-hdrs......................... $89,000 Case 2388, 2 in stock ........................................... $72,000 MacDon 972, 30’, JD adapter ............................. $34,000 New Holland 971, 30’ .......................................... $16,000 MacDon 973, 30’.................................................. $36,900 Swathers NH HW340, 30ft hdr. ...................................... $49,900.00 NH HW340, 36’ .................................................... $67,500 Macdon M150 w/D60 35ft hyd roller, 695 hrs................................................................ $119,500 MacDon 4952i w/972 30ft hyd. hdr .................... $78,000 Macdon 9352i w/972 30ft hdr ............................ $79,000 MacDon 2930, 30’ 960......................................... $28,000 MacDon 2930, 25’ DS/DK .................................... $49,000 Case 8825 - 25 ft DK/DS....................................... $32,000

TILLAGE

MISCELLANEOUS

DE AL Brandt 5000 grain Vac $9,900 ER2004.................................. IMPRINT AR EA NH 840TL loader .................................................. $12,500 Degelman 12ft 4-way blade ............................... $15,000 Farm King Y1370 auger 2 units .................... ea. $20,900 Farm King Y80570 disc, 7’, 3pth ........................... $2,200 REM 2500 grain vac ............................................. $12,700 Valmar 2455 applicator ......................................... $9,500 9ft Bobcat snow blade w/ new cutting edge ....... $2500

YARD & GARDEN / UTILITY VEHICLES

Kubota B2320DTV w/3pt mwr, & snw blwr........ $17,900 Kubota BX25D, ldr and back hoe. 59 hrs ........... $16,900 Woods CZR2242 Zero Turn Mower....................... $5,000 JD 2305 with 6” mid mower & 47” front blower$14,900

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and frozen beef will be fully eliminated in 15 equal annual steps and the 18 per cent tariff on offals will be fully eliminated in 11 equal annual steps. The tariff has been the main impediment to accessing the Korean market since Korea lifted its BSE prohibition on Canada in early 2012, said CCA President Dave Solverson. “For the past few years, Canada’s key beef competitor, the U.S. has enjoyed an increasing tariff advantage ﬂowing from its free trade agreement with South Korea. Today’s formal signing of the text brings us an important step closer to restoring a competitive position for Canadian beef in the Korean market,” Solverson said. The impact of the tariff disadvan-

The visit to Calgary was the culmination of a Canadian cattle industry study tour of various locations in the provinces of British Columbia and Alberta. The purpose of the meeting was for the South Korean delegation to learn more about the Canadian and Alberta beef cattle industries and about programs available in Canada to encourage young people to pursue careers in the livestock industry. Representatives from the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association, Alberta Beef Producers Association, Canadian Beef Breeds Council, Canfax and the Cattlemen’s Young Leadership Program made presentations and provided input during the meeting. Contact: Albert Eringfeld 780-415-4814

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Each grade will have its own goals and activities that work together towards achieving the overall objective of the program. Current curriculums can apply these activities to current curriculums to determine better food options and explore factors that inspire both healthy and unhealthy eating. “Even something as simple as eating breakfast every day can make a huge difference, or making food at home instead of going out,” said Loughlin. “The latter is essential to increasing teenagers’ comfort levels in the kitchen, which will reduce the frequency of considering vending machines or food courts as a solution to hunger.” That increased comfort level is one of the program’s long-term goals, as P 2B Me is designed to fix more than current eating habits. “We hope that once they have the right information, students will carry this knowledge as they transition into adults. Knowing the benefits of healthy eating can also lead to more intelligent shoppers and inspiration to look for local food options at a younger age,” said Loughlin. “In the future, we see this program as mutually beneficial to consumers and to Alberta as a province.” Contact: Lee Finell, Nutrition Educator Alberta Milk lfinell@albertamilk.com

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* * DISCOUNTED FLEET PRICING DISCOUNTED FLEET PRICING Get ANY unit2014 at Sept. 1 Shindaiwa - Sept. 30, 2014 Sept. 1 - Sept. 30, DISCOUNTED FLEET PRICING *

Example: Example:

$659 95$ Sept. 1BLOWER - ORIGINAL Sept. 30, 2014 MSRP EB802/RT BLOWER ORIGINAL MSRP 659 95 EB802/RT

Example:

EB508RT

95 95 $ 527 527 $ 95 20% OFF 527

JUST $ JUST

FLEET DISCOUNT FOR EVERYONE

______ Single Open Heifer ....................................................................Fee $75/head ......... . $______

30 $ 30 GET SHINDAIWA POWER FOR3LESS 0 INSTANT REBATE

THIS FALL

EB508RT

Example:

______ Herd Display ................................................................................Fee $175/pen......... . $______

10 $ 10 10

INSTANT REBATE

______ 4-H Youth Steer Project ............................................................Fee $20/animal ..... . $______

INSTANT REBATE

______ 4-H Youth Heifer Project ..........................................................Fee $20/animal ..... . $______

INSTANT BATE RE Outstanding Warranty! Outstanding Warranty!

There will be a Clean Up fee of one hundred dollars ($100.00) per contributor which will be payable on a separate cheque postdated to January 10, 2015. This cheque will be returned to the contributor if they stay to help clean up after the Congress.

Outstanding Warranty!

OWER30 L B T R / 2 0 8 EB $

INSTANT REBATE

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Sept. 1 - Sept. 30, 2014

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* Valid from Sept. 1 to Sept.1 30, 201430, on Shindaiwa units only.units only. * Valid from Sept. to Sept. 2014 on Shindaiwa Accessories and spare parts do parts not qualify discount. Accessories and spare do notfor qualify for discount. Prices doPrices not include do nottaxes. include taxes. * Valid from Sept. 1 to Sept. 30, 2014 on Shindaiwa units only. Accessories and spare parts do not qualify for discount. Prices do not include taxes.

Model

Model Model

Promo Price SAVE Promo Price

Please specify if your Herd Display animals will be tie broke SAVE AFTER

AFTER $ AFTER

INSTANT REBATE

AFTER

INSTANT REBATE

AFTER

INSTANT REBATE

All prices All shown doshown not include applicable taxes. prices do not include applicable taxes.

PromoPrices Price are inSAVE Available at thefrom following effect August 1Shindaiwa to NovemberDealer: 30, 2014. AFTER

INSTANT REBATE

I hereby declare all entries are made in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Peace Country Beef Congress.

Prices are in effect from August 1 to November 30, 2014. All prices shown do not include applicable taxes.

Available at the following Shindaiwa Dealer:

8704-99 St Clairmont, AB T0H 0W0

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780•567•3306

www.tcequipment.ca www.shindaiwa.ca www.shindaiwa.ca www.shindaiwa.ca

www.shindaiwa.ca

12 TH A NNUAL

Please mail entries to: Mail to: Chris Haddow Box 2292, Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4L1 S PONSORSHIP Tel: (250) 786-5048 & T RADE B OOTH I NFORMATION Fax: (250) 786-5041 crcltd@xplornet.ca

EQUIPMENT

www.shindaiwa.ca www.shindaiwa.ca

n file file ireelectronic an electronic require an electronic file dubois@echo.ca act adubois@echo.ca n electronic file contact adubois@echo.ca

YES or NO (please circle response}

INSTANT TE REBA INSTANT REBATE

INSTANT REBATE

www.shindaiwa.ca

GRAND TOTAL $ ______

INSTANT REBATE

www.shindaiwa.ca

SUB TOTAL ______ STAR RAFFLE ($100)______

10 10 Is your entry in the Pen Show being stalled in your Herd Display? YES or NO (please circle response} EB212EB212 $179.95 $30.00$30.00 $179.95 $ Model Promo Price SAVE 0 1 EB508RT $399.95 $40.00 30 EB508RT $399.95 $40.00 30 Do you need a table for your Herd Display? 10 YES or NO (please circle response} EB212EB802/RT $179.95 $30.00$50.00 EB802/RT $549.95 $50.00 $549.95 Outstanding Warranty! $399.95 EB508RT $40.00$50.00 30 Do you have Farm Liability Insurance to cover this event? YES or NO (please circle response} EB854/RT $599.95 $50.00 EB854/RT $599.95 EB802/RT $549.95 $50.00 If response is NO, this must in place before the event. YES or NO ______________ Prices arePrices in effect August 1 toAugust November 30, 2014. 30, 2014. Do you have a preference to a farm/family being stalled next to you? EB854/RT $50.00 arefrom in$599.95 effect from 1 to November

AFTER

GST 5% $ ______

AFTER

Available10 at the following Shindaiwa Dealer: $179.95 $30.00 All prices shown do not include applicable taxes. EB508RT $399.95 $40.00 30 Available at the following For Sponsor & Trade ShowShindaiwa boothDealer: Available at the following participating Shindaiwa Dealer: EB802/RT $549.95 $50.00 * Valid from Sept. 1 to Sept. 30, 2014 on Shindaiwa units only. Accessories and spare parts do not qualify for discount. EB854/RT $599.95 $50.00 opportunities, call Chris for details. Prices do not include taxes.

Available at the following participating Shindaiwa Dealer: Dealer: Available at the following participating Shindaiwa EB212

Available at the following participating Shindaiwa Dealer:

______ Pen of 3 Commercial Heifers (junior) ..................................Fee $125/pen......... . $______ ______ Pen of 3 Steers.............................................................................Fee $125/pen......... . $______ ______ Pen of 2 Purebred 2 Year Old Bulls .......................................Fee $125/pen......... . $______

DISCOUNTED FLEET PRICING *

______ Pen of 3 Commercial Heifers (senior)..................................Fee $125/pen......... . $______

______ Cattlemen’s Choice Bull ...........................................................Fee $125/bull ......... . $______

Get ANY Shindaiwa unit at

______ PRBPS Membership Fee...........................................................Fee $10/year .......... . $______ ______ Pen of 3 Purebred Heifers .......................................................Fee $125/pen......... . $______

______ Pen of 3 Purebred Bulls ............................................................Fee $125/pen......... . $______

EB802/RT BLOWER ORIGINAL MSRP $659 95

JUST

MEMBERSHIP OF THE PRBPS IS MANDATORY IN ORDER TO EXHIBIT LIVESTOCK

Hope to See you THERE! Please Mail the Sponsorship or Trade Booth forms to: Jaime Borduzak-Semple, Program Coordinator

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Alberta Junior Hockey League Date Fri, Oct 10 Sat, Oct 11 Sat, Oct 11 Sun, Oct 12 Tues, Oct 14 Wed, Oct 15 Fri, Oct 17 Fri, Oct 17 Sat, Oct 18 Sun, Oct 19 Wed, Oct 22 Fri, Oct 24 Sat, Oct 25` Sat, Oct 25 Wed, Oct 29 Fri, Oct 31 Fri, Oct 31 Sat, Nov 1 Sat, Nov 1 Wed, Nov 5 Fri, Nov 7 Fri, Nov 7 Sat, Nov 8 Tues, Nov 11 Wed, Nov 12 Fri, Nov 14 Sat, Nov 15 Sat, Nov 15 Sun, Nov 16

Time 7:30 pm 7:30 pm 7:30 pm 2:30 pm 7:30 pm 7:30 pm 7:00 pm 7:30 pm 7:00 pm 2:00 pm 7:30 pm 7:30 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 8:00 pm 7:30 pm 7:30 pm 7:30 pm 7:30 pm 7:00 pm 7:30 pm 7:30 pm 7:00 pm 7:30 pm 7:00 pm 7:30 pm 7:30 pm 7:30 pm 2:30 pm

Away Calgary Canucks Olds Grizzlys Calgary Canucks Olds Grizzlys Whitecourt Wolverines Whitecourt Wolverines Grande Prairie Storm Whitecourt Wolverines Grande Prairie Storm Grande Prairie Storm Whitecourt Wolverines Grande Prairie Storm Grande Prairie Storm Whitecourt Wolverines Drayton Valley Thunder Drumheller Dragons Okotoks Oilers Okotoks Oilers Drumheller Dragons Whitecourt Wolverines Grande Prairie Storm Canmore Eagles Grande Prairie Storm Grande Prairie Storm Whitecourt Wolverines Brooks Bandits Calgary Mustangs Brooks Bandits Fort McMurray Oil Barons

Home Grande Prairie Storm Grande Prairie Storm Whitecourt Wolverines Whitecourt Wolverines Bonnyville Pontiacs Lloydminster Bobcats Okotoks Oilers Drayton Valley Thunder Brooks Bandits Drumheller Dragons Grande Prairie Storm Whitecourt Wolverines Spruce Grove Saints Camrose Kodiaks Whitecourt Wolverines Grande Prairie Storm Whitecourt Wolverines Grande Prairie Storm Whitecourt Wolverines Spruce Grove Saints Bonnyville Pontiacs Whitecourt Wolverines Spruce Grove Saints Drayton Valley Thunder Sherwood Park Crusaders Grande Prairie Storm Grande Prairie Storm Whitecourt Wolverines Whitecourt Wolverines

NW Junior Hockey League Schedule This is a Preliminary Schedule: Asterisks indicate possible changes

Date Time Away Home Fri, Oct 10 8:00 pm DC Junior Canucks Beaverlodge Blades Fri, Oct 10 8:00 pm Fairview Flyers Peace River Navigators Sat, Oct 11 8:00 pm DC Junior Canucks Grande Prairie JDA Kings Sat, Oct 11 8:00 pm Sexsmith Vipers Peace River Navigators Sat, Oct 11 8:00 pm Fort St. John Huskies Slave Lake Wolves Sun, Oct 12 2:00 pm Fort St. John Huskies Slave Lake Wolves Wed, Oct 15 8:00 pm Sexsmith Vipers Beaverlodge Blades Fri, Oct 17 8:00 pm Fairview Flyers Fort St. John Huskies Fri, Oct 17 8:00 pm Grande Prairie JDA Kings Peace River Navigators Sat, Oct 18 8:00 pm Slake Lake Wolves Beaverlodge Blades Sat, Oct 18 8:30 pm Grande Prairie JDA Kings Fairview Flyers Sat, Oct 18 8:00 pm DC Junior Canucks Peace River Navigators Sun, Oct 19 2:00 pm Slave Lake Wolves Sexsmith Vipers Wed, Oct 22 8:00 pm Fort St. John Huskies Beaverlodge Blades Fri, Oct 24 8:00 pm Beaverlodge Blades DC Junior Canucks *Fri, Oct 24 8:30 pm Grande Prairie JDA Kings Fairview Flyers *Fri, Oct 24 8:00 pm Sexsmith Vipers Grande Prairie JDA Kings Sat, Oct 25 8:00 pm Fairview Flyers Beaverlodge Blades Sat, Oct 25 8:00 pm Peace River Navigators Fort St. John Huskies Sat, Oct 25 8:00 pm Slave Lake Wolves Grande Prairie JDA Kings Sat, Oct 25 8:00 pm DC Junior Canucks Sexsmith Vipers Sun, Oct 26 1:00 pm Peace River Navigators Fort St. John Huskies Thurs, Oct 30 8:00 pm Beaverlodge Blades Grande Prairie JDA Kings Fri, Oct 31 8:30 pm DC Junior Canucks Fairview Flyers Fri, Oct 31 8:00 pm Fort St. John Huskies Peace River Navigators Sat, Nov 1 8:00 pm Grande Prairie JDA Kings Fort St. John Huskies Sat, Nov 1 8:00 pm Beaverlodge Blades Peace River Navigators Sat, Nov 1 8:00 pm Sexsmith Vipers Slave Lake Wolves Sun, Nov 2 2:00 pm Slave Lake Wolves Grande Prairie JDA Kings Sept 21 Sun, Nov 2 2:00 pm Peace River Navigators Sexsmith Vipers UNRESERVED 2005 CAT D6NDC CRAWLER 2009 DODGE RAM Team PTS2500GP W L OTL OTW GF GA Fri, Nov 7 8:00 pm Sexsmith Vipers Junior Canucks AUCTIONS Viterra AJHL North Division 8:00 pm Beaverlodge Blades Fort St. John Huskies T H E A U C T I O N A D V A N T A G EFri, Nov 7 Spruce Grove Saints 16 12 7 3 2 0 42 25 Fri, Nov 7 8:00 pm Grande Prairie JDA Kings Peace River Navigators Bonnyville Pontiacs 14 11 6 3 2 1 31 26 Sat, Nov 8 8:00 pm Peace River Navigators DC Junior Canucks Fort McMurray Oil Barons 14 12 7 5 0 1 38 35 Lloydminster Bobcats 13 11 6 4 1 0 31 28 Sat, Nov 8 8:00 pm Beaverlodge Blades Grande Prairie JDA Kings Sherwood Park Crusaders 13 13 6 6 1 2 39 40 Sat, Nov 8 8:00 pm Fairview Flyers Slave Lake Wolves Drayton Valley Thunder 11 10 5 4 1 0 25 26 Whitecourt Wolverines 6 10 3 Weaver 7 0Sale0 Yard 32• Rycroft, 39 AB • Internet Bidding Grande Prairie Storm 6 11 3 8Construction 0 0 and24 Farm 38 Equipment • Trucks and Trailers Real Estate • Pickups and Cars • RV's, SUV's and ATV's • AntiquesPTS Team GP W L T OTL GF GA Viterra AJHL South Division Fairview Flyers 6 4 3 1 0 0 35 14 Camrose Kodiaks 20 11 10 1 0 0 35 17 To your this sale 4 North Peace to Navigators 2 2 0 0 0 9 5 Drumheller Dragons 15 11 6 2 consign 3 1 35 27equipment Dawson Creek Jr. Canucks 4 3 2 25, 2014 1 0RYCROFT, 0 12 8 Olds Grizzlys 13 12 6 5 1 0 41 47 WBA OCT. • AB Call Jeff, Lorne or Evan WBA OCT. 25, 2014 • RYCROFT, AB Grande Prairie JDA Kings 2 1 1 0 0 0 5 3 Okotoks Oilers 12 11 5 4 2 1 28 32 Sexsmith Vipers 3 1 2 0 0 16 18 Brooks Bandits 10 10Weaver 5 Bros.5Auctions 0 Ltd. 1 • Auctioneers 34 32 for the B.C. and Alberta Peace2Country Beaverlodge Blades 0 3 0 3 0 0 10 33 Canmore Eagles 10 JEFF 10 WEAVER 5 5 0 1 • weaverauctions@gmail.com 36 37 • 780.864.7750 | www.weaverauctions.com Fort St. John Huskies 0 2 0 2 0 0 7 13 Calgary Canucks 10 10 5 5 0 0 25 29 LORNE WEAVER • 250.219.0871 | EVAN WEAVER • 250.219.4539 Calgary Mustangs 4 9 2 7 0 0 18 36

Alberta Junior Hockey League

WEAVER

EQUIPMENT AUCTION SATURDAY, OCT. 25, 2014

Northwest Junior Hockey League

2014 40 FT. DOUBLE DOOR SEA CAN

WEAVER

T H E A U C T I O N A D VA N TA G E

UNRESERVED AUCTIONS

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EQUIPMENT AUCTION SATURDAY, OCT. 25, 2014 Weaver Sale Yard • Rycroft, AB • Internet Bidding Construction and Farm Equipment • Trucks and Trailers Real Estate • Pickups and Cars • RV's, SUV's and ATV's • Antiques r001692562

WBA OCT. 25, 2014 • RYCROFT, AB

Weaver Bros. Auctions Ltd. • Auctioneers for the B.C. and Alberta Peace Country JEFF WEAVER • 780.864.7750 • weaverauctions@gmail.com | www.weaverauctions.com LORNE WEAVER • 250.219.0871 | EVAN WEAVER • 250.219.4539

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TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

Beaverlodge 1 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Ag-Complex, 1014 - 4th Avenue Contact 780-354-8462 Debolt 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Debolt Centre on Main Street Contact 780-957-3958

Chetwynd 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 2 p.m. Chetwynd Recreation Center Cont 250-788-3494 Rycroft 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Rycroft Ag Building Contact 780-765-2889

Clairmont 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 3 p.m. Community Hall Grande Prairie 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 10032 - 101st Ave. LaCrete 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 10102 - 101st Street Manning 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Legion Hall

Albright 10:00 a.m. To 3:00 p.m. Community Hall Clairmont 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Community Hall Dawson Creek 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 1444 - 102nd Ave Enilda 10:00 a.m. To 2:00 p.m. Enilda WI Hall Fairview 9:00 a.m. To 11:00 a.m. Fairview Legion Fort St.John 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. FSJ Curling Rink Grande Prairie 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 10032 - 101st Ave Peace River 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 10301 - 101st St. Wembley 10:00 a.m. To 3:00 p.m. Wembley Community Hall

Beaverlodge 12:00 p.m. to 3:008 p.m. Ag-Complex, 1014 - 4th Avenue Contact 780-354-8462 Debolt 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Debolt Centre on Main Street Contact 780-957-3958

Chetwynd 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 9 p.m. Chetwynd Recreation Center Cont 250-788-3494 Rycroft 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Rycroft Ag Building Contact 780-765-2889 Valleyview 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Memorial Hall Contact 780-524-4045

Clairmont 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Community Hall Contact 10 780-832-6688 Grande Prairie 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 10032 - 101st Ave. Contact 780-814-8224 LaCrete 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 10102 - 101st Street Contact 780-928-3178 Manning 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Legion Hall Contact 780-836-4095

Clairmont 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Community Hall Contact 11 780-832-6688 Dawson Creek 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 1444 - 102nd Ave Contact 250-782-1969 Fairview 9:00 a.m. To 11:00 a.m. Fairview Legion Contact 780-835-4633 Fort St.John 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. FSJ Curling Rink Contact 250-789-9477 Grande Prairie 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 10032 - 101st Ave Contact 780-814-8224 Berwyn 10:00 p.m. to 12:00 noon Legion Hall Contact 780-618-8592

Beaverlodge 14 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Ag-Complex, 1014 - 4th Avenue Contact 780-354-8462

Beaverlodge 12:00 p.m. 15 to 3:00 p.m. Ag-Complex, 1014 - 4th Avenue Contact 780-354-8462 Debolt 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Debolt Centre on Main Street Contact 780-957-3958

Rycroft 16 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Rycroft Ag Building Contact 780-765-2889

Clairmont 4:00 p.m. to 17 7:00 p.m. Community Hall Contact 780-832-6688 Grande Prairie 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 10032 - 101st Ave. Contact 780-814-8224 LaCrete 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 10102 - 101st Street Contact 780-928-3178

Albright 10:00 a.m. To 3:00 p.m. Community Hall Clairmont 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Community Hall Dawson Creek 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 1444 - 102nd Ave Fairview 9:00 a.m. To 11:00 a.m. Fairview Legion Fort St.John 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. FSJ Curling Rink Grande Prairie 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 10032 - 101st Ave Peace River 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 10301 - 101st St. Wembley 10:00 a.m. To 3:00 p.m. Wembley Community Hall

Wembley 19 11:00 a.m. To 3:00 p.m. Wembley Community Hall Contact 780-532-1153

Beaverlodge 21 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Ag-Complex, 1014 - 4th Avenue Contact 780-354-8462

Beaverlodge 12:00 p.m. 22 to 3:00 p.m. Ag-Complex, 1014 - 4th Avenue Contact 780-354-8462 Debolt 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Debolt Centre on Main Street Contact 780-957-3958

Rycroft 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 23 p.m. Rycroft Ag Building Contact 780-765-2889 Valleyview 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Memorial Hall Contact 780-524-4045

Clairmont 4:00 p.m. to 24 7:00 p.m. Community Hall Contact 780-832-6688 Grande Prairie 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 10032 - 101st Ave. Contact 780-814-8224 LaCrete 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 10102 - 101st Street Contact 780-928-3178

Berwyn 10:00 p.m. to 12:00 noon Legion Hall Contact 25 780-618-8592 Clairmont 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Community Hall Contact 780-832-6688 Dawson Creek 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 1444 - 102nd Ave Contact 250-782-1969 Fairview 9:00 a.m. To 11:00 a.m. Fairview Legion Contact 780-835-4633 Fort St.John 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. FSJ Curling Rink Contact 250-789-9477 Grande Prairie 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 10032 - 101st Ave Contact 780-814-8224

Beaverlodge 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Ag-Complex, 1014 - 4th Avenue Contact 780-354-8462

Beaverlodge 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Ag-Complex, 29 1014 - 4th Avenue Contact 780-354-8462 Debolt 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Debolt Centre on Main Street Contact 780-957-3958

Rycroft 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 30 p.m. Rycroft Ag Building Contact 780-765-2889 Valleyview 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Memorial Hall Contact 780-524-4045

Clairmont 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 31 p.m. Community Hall Contact 780-832-6688 Grande Prairie 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 10032 - 101st Ave. Contact 780-814-8224 LaCrete 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 10102 - 101st Street Contact 780-928-3178

Clairmont : a.m. to : p.m. Community Hall Contact -Dawson Creek : a.m. to : p.m. - nd Ave Contact -Fairview : a.m. To : a.m. Fairview Legion Contact -Fort St.John : a.m. to : p.m. FSJ Curling Rink Contact -Grande Prairie : a.m. to : p.m. - st Ave Contact -Peace River : a.m. to : p.m. - st St.

October

Beaverlodge 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. AgComplex, 1014 - 4th Avenue Contact 780-354-8462

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September

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T H E A U C T I O N A D VA N TA G E

SATURDAY

SUNDAY 4

Wembley 11:00 a.m. To 3:00 p.m. Wembley Community Hall Contact 780-532-1153

Oct

UNRESERVED AUCTIONS

2005 CAT D6N CRAWLER

EQUIPMENT AUCTION SATURDAY, OCT. 25, 2014 Weaver Sale Yard • Rycroft, AB • Internet Bidding

Construction and Farm Equipment • Trucks and Trailers Real Estate • Pickups and Cars • RV's, SUV's and ATV's • Antiques

WBA OCT. 25, 2014 • RYCROFT, AB

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Book your Community Event and Group Events: Tel: (250) 782-4888 Fax: (250) 782-6300 Email: horizon @ dcdn.ca

COMMUNITY

October

EVENTS 2014 FARM 1 WORLD ANIMALS DAY

SENIOR’S DAY WORLD CEREBRAL PALSY DAY

Dawson Creek Hot Heels Practise @ Lakota Agriplex

BALD AND FREE DAY

Dawson Creek - Mile Zero Roping Practise Dawson Creek - Tara Norman Clinic @ Lakota Agriplex G.P. - Fall Home & Leisure Show @ the Entrec Centre

Dawson Creek - Mile Zero Roping Practise F.S.J. - Film - “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” @ the Lido G.P. - “Tarzan”, The Live Musical @ GPRC Theatre Peace River - Concert George Canyon Spirit River - Bake Sale at the Treasury Branch for the United Way

Dawson Creek - World Girls Ice Hockey Day Fort St. John - “Star Wars” Rreads Day @ the FSJ Public Library G.P. - “Tarzan”, The Live Musical @ GPRC Theatre G.P. - Grande Prairie Roller Derby Event @ Evergreen Park

Dawson Creek - Gymkhana @ Lakota Agriplex Dawson Creek - Mile Zero Roping Practise G.P. - “Tarzan”, The Live Musical @ GPRC Theatre G.P. - Fall Woman’s Show @ the Crystal Centre G.P. - Hunt Mania Sportsman Show @ Evergreen Park

Saturday, October 18 Dawson Creek - Ralph Ament Clinic @ Lakota Agriplex G.P. - Fall Woman’s Show @ the Crystal Centre G.P. - Hunt Mania Sportsman Show @ Evergreen Park High Prairie - Music Jamboree at the Triangle Hall LaCrete - Canadian Food Grains Bank Fundraiser

Dawson Creek - Concert The Doobie Brothers Dawson Creek - Gymkhana @ Lakota Agriplex Fairview - Home Based Business Show @ the Legion Hall Fort St. John - David James and Big River @ the Lido

Dawson Creek - 3rd Annual Encana Jamboree Dawson Creek - Mile Zero Roping Practise Dawson Creek - Robin Hahn Clinic @ Lakota Agriplex G.P. - “Tarzan”, The Live Musical @ GPRC Theatre G.P. - “Xcessive Force” MMA Event @ Evergreen Park

Bonanza - Trade Show & Craft Sale @ Bonanza Community Hall Dawson Creek - Robin Hahn Clinic @ Lakota Agriplex G.P. - “Tarzan”, The Live Musical @ GPRC Theatre Grimshaw - Concert - Nitty Gritty Dirt Band @ Mile Zero Regional Multiplex LaCrete - The Salmon Grill Library Fundraiser

Dawson Creek Gymkhana @ Lakota Agriplex

HALLOWEEN

Dawson Creek Gymkhana @ Lakota Agriplex

G.P. - Gymkhana @ Evergreen Park

THANKSGIVING DAY 12 Dawson Creek - Hot Heels Practise @ Lakota Agriplex

THANKSGIVING DAY G.P. - Little Mermaid @ Douglas Cardinal Theatre GPRC

Dawson Creek - Ralph Ament Clinic @ Lakota Agriplex G.P. - Fall Woman’s Show @ the Crystal Centre G.P. - Hunt Mania Sportsman Show @ Evergreen Park Demmitt - Ray Bonneville With Bethany Fisher @ Community Centre

Dawson Creek Hot Heels Practise @ Lakota Agriplex

Dawson Creek - Robin Hahn Clinic @ Lakota Agriplex G.P. - Norman Foote @ the G.P. Live Theatre G.P. - Toopy & Binoo - “Fun and Games” - at the GPRC Theatre Peace River - 6th Annual Christmas Gift Show @ the Belle Petroleum Centre

Dawson Creek - Hot Heels Practise @ Lakota Agriplex

NATIONAL DESSERT DAY

PREVENTION DAY Dawson Creek - Gymkhana @ Lakota Agriplex

Dawson Creek DC Horse Club @ Lakota Agriplex

Dawson Creek - DC Horse Club @ Lakota Agriplex Peace River - Consultation Meeting - Consolidation of PRSD Central & Supoort Services @ Sawridge Inn

(a personal favourite)

G.P. - World Movie Night @ GP Public Library

8 FIRE

Dawson Creek Concert - Brad Paisley Dawson Creek Morgan Keen Jumping Group @ Lakota Agriplex

Dawson Creek - DC Horse Club @ Lakota Agriplex

Fort St. John - U4, The Ultimate U2 Tribute Band @ the Lido G.P. - “Migrations Nomadic” dances by Simona Jovic @ GPRC Theatre

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Dawson Creek - Morgan Keen Jumping Group @ Lakota Agriplex

Dawson Creek - Tara Norman Clinic @ Lakota Agriplex Fort St. John - The Wedding Show @ the Pomeroy Inn & Suites G.P. - 100th Anniversary Film & Story Tea @ GP Golden Age Centre G.P. - CIBC Run for the Cure G.P. - Fall Home & Leisure Show @ the Entrec Centre

Book your Community Event and Group Events: Tel: (250) 782-4888 Fax: (250) 782-6300 Email: horizon @ dcdn.ca

Dawson Creek - Tara Norman Clinic @ Lakota Agriplex G.P. - 18th Annual Nitehawk “Comedy Night’ Fundraiser G.P. - Fall Home & Leisure Show @ the Entrec Centre G.P. - Glass Tiger @ Great Northern Casino G.P. - GPRC Zombie Run Sexsmith - Heritage Clash 1KM, 5KM, 10KM Run

Dawson Creek - Doug Mills Clinic @ Lakota Agriplex Dawson Creek - Haunted Village @ Walter Wright Pioneer Village Dawson Creek - Mile Zero Roping Practise Hudson’s Hope - Fireworks Display Wembley - Safe Hallowe’en Party

Bonanza & District Agricultural Society

Christmas Trade Show Bonanza Community Hall

October 25th, 2014

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (AB time)

Concession

Booth

Over 100 vendor tables featuring artisans and businesses from around the Peace Region. The best way to shop locally for everyone on your Christmas list.

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FREE Door Prize Draws

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COLORADO SPRUCE SALES

3-6 quarters with accessible water & power. Must have barn/calving facilities, corrals, fences, hay and pasture for up to 300 cows & 150 yearlings. Condition of home not important. Contact us at havecows@pris.ca PLEASE, NO REAL ESTATE AGENTS

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1954 John Deere “A” tractor restored, has wide front end. Asking $6,500.00. Phone: 780-927-3640

1989 Gleaner R70 Combine. 250 hrs on rebuilt motor, 2856 Separator, $30,000. La Glace, 780402-0989 1996 Premier 2930 Swather 25 ft. 2801 hrs. $34,000. La Glace, 780-402-0989

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2012 Schulte mower FX210. 10feet, like new. Used 10hrs. Paid $16,000, asking $12,000 OBO 250-261-8039 20 foot UII Pickup Reel. $2000.00 250-781-3353

4x4 Plasma-cam, CNC, Plasma Cutting Table & Extra Software. New 12x12’ Overhead Insulated Door and All Hardware. 250-261-5917 64 feet of steel packer for 5710 Bourgault air drill. In good condition. 9.8 inch spacing,3.5 inch packer. 780-864-8979 For sale: hydraulic test auger, 12 in x 12 ft.. Phone: 780-835-4457

John Deere 4620, duals, cab, 1000 pto, runs great. Asking $8,000. O.B.O. Phone: 780-597-2001 John Deere 6600 diesel combine $5000 Quapp 550 swather 18ft pick up reel $3500 250-784-4279 Morand Mobile Bison Haudling System with 140 feet of alley. Call 250-271-7133 or 250785-4674 Ritchie Bros/Newton Auction October 22/2014. Kverneland 5x16 plow Info:RB Autumn 2014 auction guide

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Vehicles & Trailers: 27.5’ Westwind Fifth Wheel holiday trailer c/w fifth wheel hitch • 1995 Chev ½-ton pickup with rebuilt motor • 1994 Ford F250 4x4 truck, standard, gas, good condition • 1982 Ford 1-ton with deck, 460 gas engine, for repair or parts • headache rack • 1982 Ford Ltd. • Yamaha 400 quad Agricultural & Livestock: 2 smaller cultivators and harrows bale fork for truck • stock racks for 8’ truck box • 2, 18.4x38 tractor tires• miscellaneous tractor tires • grain tester • 20-30 10ft livestock panels • 3 bale feeders • cattle squeeze with palpation cage • new calf pullers • dehorners, emasculators, pistol-grip syringes, ear-tagging pliers, cattle prods, whips, bats • miscellaneous Horse tack including light driving harness and saddle bag • assortment of veterinary supplies Shop Tools and Equipment: jockey tank with electric pump and hand pump • airless paint sprayer • Miller welder with button box • welding rods • pressure washer • air wrenches • lots of iron • wood burning stove for shop Antiques and Home & Miscellaneous: beautiful wood deck set, kitchen tables and chairs, coffee tables, china cabinets and stands • lots of furniture and household items • many antiques including thrashing machine, wooden plows, antique doors, water cooler, wringer washer, buzz saw, and • deep well water pump • commercial meat grinder • windows, doors (including a patio door), building supplies, garage door opener, fence posts, metal burning barrels, plastic rain barrels, tin for building, assortment of paint Many more items – too many to list. First come, first serve. It will go fast.

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2005 JD Buck 500 4x4 Quad for Sale. Step Thru For Sale: Alfalfa round Design, Good Condition. • • bales. 2014 IF IT’S NOT IN THE Horses & Tack RVs/Campers/Trailers Phone: 250-261-5917 bales-$40.00/bale, 2013 41 Most Natural & BiNORTHERN HORIZON “ D Cattle I S C O V E R W H A T W E C O V E R ” Trucks & Vans bales-$25.00/bale. Fairview 1993 27.5 Westwind 5th Team of registered 2 year son for Sale/Lease or Calf IS IT REALLY FOR KIR-ASH July CONTRACTING LTD Area. Please phone: 78029, 2011 old Clyde Mares for sale, Wheel TrailerSALE? /5th wheel Crop Share. Phone or Fax: Hauling farm equipment of all 1994 F250 4x4 comes with 835-4796 very gentle. $ 250-630-2524. types throughout BC, AB, SK,. hitch, fully loaded/very grill guard, headache rack, Call us to book today, 4,200.00. 780-927-3640 Hay For Sale. Sunset clean, $8,200 OBO. 780Commercial 5020 Services 9020 Feed & Seed 9160 Trucks/Vans/Cars 6040 Lots & Acreages for Sale 6515 780.978.2945, Grande Prairie, AB tool Trucks/Vans/Cars box, tow-bar. 9160 House area. $40/bale. Call Yearling Simmental bulls 568-4192 Livestock $2,600.00 OBO. 780-5681993 Ford Tempo, clean, 30x50 Shop for rent. 14’ 2007 Cobalt, 2 doors, Buying 780-524-5736 for sale FOR SALE: Dawson Creek 4192 silver, 5 speed, air, fix hard to start or for parts, bay doors, $5200/month. coupe, Call (250)759-4143 2 Alberta quarter sections. Radiator Repair.Black High quality small square 15 Bred Registered $500, 250-786-5860. Perfect for Vac Truck. tilt, cruise, 65,000kms, Approximately 25 minutes Big orfor small. bales for sale. Alfalfa/grass Angus Cows Sale. Due Phone Tony 250-219-1227. c/w warranty. 1992 4x4 Suzuki from Dawson Yearling SuffolkCreek and on DorWe do itMar. all. 15/15. mix. Delivery available. to start calving Phone:780-897-2886. Mini-truck. Highway 49. Phone BUILD TO SUIT Industrial set Rams for sale. Also ram Contract, Phone Tony $3/bale. Phone 780-836-2584 • Heated • Light 1992 Oldsmobile evenings in Dawson Construction & 2007 Chev Malibu LT. lambs from250-782-3553. May lambing. sites available @ 250-219-1227. 780-978-3415. 2 Year old Gelbvieh bulls Cutlass Sierra. repairs to corrals, • Springthrash Creek, Chetwynd, Tumbler 4 doors, black, 99,000kms, (250)467-3957 pasture and Large round hay•bales for for sale Phone 780-775-2215. Ridge. 1 13 Acres. Call • Bugs • Mix Damp c/w factory warranty. game fencing. 6045 Mobile/Manufactured Homes for Sale sale. Call (250)759-4143 250-719-1815. Trades welcome. 1991 GMC 4x4 crew cab 6020 Farms for Sale Feed & Seed FREE ESTIMATES Feed oats and barley for Phone 780-987-2886. for sale. Power train very FOR SALE: 1981 Feed & Seed FEED & GRAIN sale. good, $500. 6530 250.843.7285 Farms/Acreages Briarwood trailer to be 740 Acres, excellent “On Farm Pickup” 2006 Chrysler Sebring for r001694103 Call 780-618-1234 Phone 250-793-8450. moved. Needs some repairs cow/calf operation, west of sale. V6, automatic, air, tilt, FOR RENT: to flooring. $3000 obo. Edmonton, Call Richard 1-ton dually 2003 Dodge Business Services Business Services cruise, power windows, 90 Acres standing alfalfa Phone 780-978-3334. 780-727-2919. truck box for sale. Brand power locks. and/or 60 Acres alsike to 9160 Trucks/Vans/Cars DEALER new, $2000. Phone:780-897-2886. combine in Gordondale TO BE MOVED STARR AUTO SALES Phone 250-772-5408. area. Phone Mike 2003 Pontiac Aztek SUV. Older 14x60 Mobile home 6036 Property For Sale * TRADE-IN ALL TYPES 780-841-7998. 5 doors, V6, automatic, for sale. Gyproc lined, OF VEHICLES * 9185 Boats 135,000 kms, blue. working appliances, 3 year Pasture Lease For Sale. 965 * FINANCING * 6560 Houses For Rent Highway 49 OPEN 1989 Quantum 19’ fihelps sh/ski Phone 780-897-2886. old propane furnace. To be The Canadian Code of Advertising Standards acres, north eaglesham PHONE boat, c/w trailer, 150 hp Wed-Fri Creeks Dawson V1G from 4L1 Three A large Serviced RV Lot area. Also, completeCreek, cattle BCmoved 2003 Ford F350 crew cab 780-897-0256 ensure the ads you see and hear are truthful, fair, outboard, 780-897-2886. 9am-5pm District, Peace River. for rent in Rolla. $450 per Plastic box liner, fits full s/b, 4X4, Lariat, loaded. handling Ph: system (250)780-359782-2279 $5000 obo. To view phone and welcome. accurate. 780-897To learn more - visit adstandards.com. month plus hydro & water. size trucks, $150, 250-786- Trades 2261. 9220 RVs/Campers/Trailers Complete line of livestock feeds,780-624-8557. quality grains, Phone •250-442-0313 or 5860. • Restorations 2886. New Home Construction mineral supplements, tacks, pet foods, vet supplies, 250-442-9413. Chev camperized van for 2001 Ford Focus 4dr, auto, New Products 2011 18’ tandem car • Stain and Chinking custom processing & Gallagher Fencing 9020 Feed & Seed 9020 Electric Feed & Seed sale. 1974, excellent cloth, loaded, great on fuel, hauler. GVW 7,000 lbs, Box 6237 Fort St. John BC V1G 4H7 www.chinookloghomes.com runner, $1000. Phone 6965 Suites For Rent 780-897-2886. loading ramps. $3800. Ken Boon Rod Hedges 780-494-3974. Phone 780-831-7733. Bedsitting Rooms For Rent 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora tel/fax: 250.261.6900 tel: 250.263.7944 2005 Travelaire Fifth Aubins Autos. Buy, Sell or from $500 per month. Infor sale. Fully loaded, wheel. 34’ Canadian built, trade automotive. Call 1cludes Utilities & Cable. comes with sun roof. Steel Buildings/ Steel Buildings/ fully loaded, good 780-897-AUTO Phone Phone 780-897-2886. Granaries Granaries(2886). condition, $22,000. 250-782-7998. 8ft box for 2001 Dodge 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 ext Phone:780-356-2478 dually. C/W 2 bumpers, Furnished Rooms To Rent cab, 4X4, long box, 780or 780-814-0805. $600 firm. Phone in private home, Dawson 897-2886. 2002 Cedar Creek 5th 780-766-2893 Creek, 250-782-9223. 1998 Dodge 1500 RAM, wheel. 3 slides, 1 owner, 780-814-0880. extended cab, V8, 36 1/2ft, fireplace, 2 TV’s. 2009 GMC Equinox SL 9020 Feed & Seed automatic, one owner. Phone:780-897-2886. SUV. Excellent condition, Phone: Quality Rye Seed for Sale. Priced to sell. 90,000 kms, traction 250-782-4449 Mile 2 Alaska Hwy. 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technological features of modern fracking – and then create the same surface casing for that hole. After all this, the team sends out miniature explosions to create fissures in the ground where they believe gas can be retrieved. Then they pump in “fracking fluid” made up of water and other materials. These other materials, like sand, keep the fracks open, but then they suck the water back up, which now has natural gas in it. The pipelines It does not stop there. On Verdzak’s property, there are further, interwoven threads of pipeline that carry the natural gas from these wells. These pipelines are built and tested by people like “Walter,” a welder who has been working in and around the area for thirty years. (Walter is a pseudonym, as the man did not want to give out his real name.) “The pipeline starts at one location, but then they go to a new location the very next day,” he said.

“Doing three kilometres, in ten days you’re 30 kilometres away ... for some people who are a bit like gypsies, they really like it. I didn’t particularly hate it myself.” It’s work that especially requires good hand-eye coordination, Walter continued. “You’re dealing with thousandths of an inch, not tenths of an inch,” he said. “You’re trying to put that weld on as tight and neat as possible – not everybody is good at looking at a candle flame ten hours a day.” But there’s also a competitive nature to welding – to do it the neatest, fastest and so on. Perhaps partly due to this race to the top, Walter said he has seen the industry change. Beforehand, pipes weren’t as strong, light or as stringently tested. Now, every portion of pipeline is Xrayed before it’s put down. “Everything is visually checked,” he said. “They’re checking travel, how far you make your welding rod go, what ap-

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SAT., OCT 18 - 9:30 A.M. - ESTATE OF ROY KREKOSKI & FOR SHIRLEY KREKOSKI - ST. PAUL FOR INFO. PH. SHIRLEY 780-645-2629 LOCATION - From St. Paul on Hwy 881, 5 miles North to Twp. Rd. 590 & 1/4 mile East TRACTORS & ATTACHMENTS ● FORD NH 9030 Bi Directional Tractor, 10,962 hrs c/w 7414 FEL & Grapple ● 2 Volvo 850 Tractors, 1 for parts HAYING EQUIP. ● NH 2331 DISCBINE,mounts on 9030 Tractor ● NH BR7090 RD. BALER, Purchased New in 2014, Excellent ● Kuhn SR112 12 Wheel Speed Rake, Top Cond.● NH 276 Square Baler TILLAGE EQUIP. ● Ezee-On 20’ Cultivator, c/w Tine Harrows● Tara 14’ H. Disc● 15 Section Harrows CATTLE & HOG EQUIP. ● Jiffy Bale Processor ● NH 357 Mix Mill ● N.Idea 384 Feed Wagon● Morand Cattle Handling System● Wheatheart H.H. Post Pounder● Duetz 240 Generator COMPLETE LINEUP OF SAW SHARPENING EQUIP. ●Foley Belsaw sharpener● Foley Belsaw sharpall sharpener, Model 1055● Foley Belsaw saw blade sharpener ● 2 – skate sharpeners & MORE ● PLUS AUGERS, TANKS, SHOP & MISC.

SUN., OCT. 19 - 12 NOON - REMI & DENISE CYR - LEGAL - PH. 780-961-3239 LOCATION From Legal 6 mi. E. to R.R. 241 & 1/2 mile S. YARD & SHOP ITEMS JD TRACTOR SELLS AT 1 P.M. SHARP ● JD 2320 diesel 4WD Tractor c/w loader,60” mower, 416 hrs. ● 54” 3 pt. leveler● 2008 Can Am Outlander 500 VT Quad, 73 hrs ● Snow Blade for quad● 22hp. generator, 20 hrs ● Porter-Cable Elec.Compressor ● TOOLS, HOUSEHOLDS & FURNITURE

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SAT., OCT. 25 - 10 AM - PLUMBING & HEATING EQUIP. & PARTS - PH. DANIEL 780-963-8282 FOR PTARMIGAN CONSULTING LTD. - 29 BOULDER BLVD. (NORTH OF CASE IH DEALER) - STONY PLAIN SUN., OCT. 26th - 12 NOON - WALLY & PAULINE KIRIAK - CARDIFF - PH. 780-939-5780 LOCATION (55210-RR251) From Cardiff Hwy 37 & Hwy 2 overpass, 2 miles East on Hwy 37. BRIEF LISTING ● JD B ● 1945 JD BR ● JD BR ● JD AR (unstyled) ● Honda Big Red ● PLUS COLLECTIBLES & HOUSEHOLDS

LAND TENDER -11 QUARTERS OF FARM LAND 7 Miles North of Athabasca, AB. 3 Quarters Along Highway 813 10 Quarters are Touching (Total of 1712 acres, 1230 acres seeded in 2014) Closes November 1, 2014 Ph. 780-446-9555 for Information The Highest Tender may not be accepted. Land Transactions handled by GORD PUTNAM & Payable to Putnam & Lawson in Trust

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erture you’re using, what voltage,” he said. “They just won’t pass anything that’s no good. It’s not worth their while. There are way more inspectors than ever before.” The expectations of welders have changed, too. In the earlier days, Walter said, a professional welder would complete 50 or 60 inches an hour for $50. Now, welders are asked to do more – say, 100 inches – but they are often paid much more to do so. “Now you’re doing the work of two or three people, and the cost of living has gone up all the time,” he said. “I’ve seen instances where they’re using very large ... rolling welds in somebody’s yard, using welding rods way too big for the pipe. That gets it done fast, it might pass x-rays, but it’s got the wrong heat input. It’s not an acceptable welding practice.” ‘Get paid what you’re worth’ The volatility of the oilpatch can also lead to very fragmenting labour situations for skilled labourers. Walter said that in one case, a group of welders were on strike for a $5 an hour increase – something the company didn’t want to pay. But later, their employers needed to raise wages much more than that, just to get the people that they needed. As most people in the Northeast know, skilled labour is in high demand. According to the Globe and Mail, about 4,000 welders and related machine operators will be needed here in coming years – putting it in the top 10 of the most in-demand positions in B.C. But there are also opportunities for people who don’t have an official trade certification. You could do “swamping” work like Formby. Some of his duties in the patch require him to vacuum water either from the pipeline – because there’s too much water and the pipeline is freezing up – or in other cases, cleaning up spilled water that contains chemicals. But this isn’t the type of vacuuming done by anyone with thin skin. It’s done with big trucks and heavy hoses, usually in the coldest months of the year in one of the coldest regions of B.C. “You’re constantly leaning over to hold onto the vacuum,” said Formby. “If you’re doing that for a few hours in the cold, it can be really bad.” But Formby had plenty of good things to say about the job he does. “There are really no opportunities in other fields in B.C., I noticed. Well, there are, but not nearly as much coming in as a new worker,” said Formby. “Basically you’re making pretty good money, basically clearing a $100,000 off the start per year ... I love it actually.” Formby is nothing if not ambitious.

Formby said he and his cousin are saving up $500,000 to open their own vac truck shop. He said he wants to “stir things up” in Fort St. John, adding that a superior once called him “the Wolf of Fort St. John,” comparing him to Wall Street criminal Jordan Belfort, the subject of the movie “The Wolf of Wall Street.” “You’re getting paid what you’re worth (as a swamper) ... it is dangerous, and you get worked really hard, but you get paid what you’re worth,” he said. “I’ve worked digging ditches for $9 an hour, and it’s not worth it. You’re going to work hard, but you’re going to get paid decent.” Both he and Walter agreed that there are some jobs in patch that pay well for people without a diploma. The people who enter it don’t have to take out costly university loans, and can enter the work force early and make enough money to “stay alive,” Walter added. But there’s a tradeoff in family life that these patch workers can be called to make. “You can’t do this job and have a family at home,” Formby said. “How do you expect to work 27 days in (a month) ... and take care of a newborn baby?” Formby, who’s single, said there are others who come in with a family. Walter pointed to domestic violence and drug abuse as problems. “If you smoke a few joints with friends at Christmastime and you (go back to work) Jan. 4, you’re going to miss the drug and alcohol test,” Walter said. “You could drink six beers and pass it; you can smoke some crack and it’s not in your system. So people have gravitated to where they don’t get caught ... a lot of guys are just working to supply their nose.” Formby said that he does not abuse drugs, and that most of the people he works with are simply there to work. And that work, for the most part, is something that some people could not manage. Work, for him, isn’t over until 11 p.m. Even then, he must still go home, eat, and do anything else that he may need to do. Only by 12 p.m. is he in bed, ready to grab three hours of sleep before the next day. Maybe he’ll get a bit more, if he can grab some shut-eye in the truck while his boss drives him to his next job site. And that, for the most part, is how the people who actually work on the wells live, and how the natural gas from wells like Verdzak’s gets pulled out. But what happens when the well starts to go dry? And what happens to the well – and the water it uses? Pick up Alaska Highway News for the next part of Natural Gas Nation.

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CONSIGNMENT Want UNRESERVED AUCTION to go to SAT. OCTOBER 11—09:00AM an

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Case 4890 4WD tractor, 30.5x32 rubber, PTO, 4800hrs. • IHC 300 tractor, 35HP, HOUSHOLD 3PH, loader ATTACHMENTS

(2) 56’ long 12” triple I-beam skids • 500 gallon and 1000 gallon fuel tank • jockey tanks • oil tanks

JD 640 front end loader c/w grapple TILLAGE EQUIPMENT

Brake lathe • tire tools • miller line welder, 3 phase • (2) King Power Generators • 10ft 20 drawer work bench

TOOLS

Case 14’ disk, 24” notched front blades • 3x26 breaking plow with dika cutting BUILDINGS & SHEDS edge • 29’ mounted harrows off of JD 12x32 addition partly finished built in 335 disk 2009 • 10x48 bunkhouse on skids • (5) OTHER EQUIPMENT 4x4x3 steel containers • unused 8x8 Highline 6600 bale processor • Jiffy playhouse • (5) unused 5x8 sheds • (5) bale shredder • Renn 1214 unloader unused 6x8 sheds • unused 30ft x 85ft x 15ft Peak ceiling Double Door Storage TRAILERS 20ft Boat Building • unused 30ft x40ft x15ft Peak Jeep and pole log trailer • 40ft highTIRES ceiling double door storage building boy trailer • unused 20ft x30ft x12ft Peak ceiling VEHICLES storage shelter 2004 Chevy pickup, diesel, (recent LIVESTOCK HANDLING EQUIPMENT $10,000 work order) • 1999 Tahoe 2-24ft free standing panels with 16ft • 1997 Dodge 1500 pickup • 1999 gate • over 600 fence posts • assortment Windstar 186k • 2012 chev Orlando of panels • approx. 15 gates from 4-14ft SUV 97,200 km • Ford picker truck c/w ANIMALS hoist • 2002 Ford Tauris ATV’S GENERATORS & Quantity PUMPSbutcher pigs • 2 dexter cows • sheep • purebred newfoundland dog 1999 670 MXZ snowmobile, (100 miles 4-5 years old c/w all papers after recent work order SCAFFOLDS & METAL HOUSHOLD RV’S 5x10 Steel Scaffold Washer & dryer • sm. Deep freeze  Misc Metal Clad Overhead camper • wood cook stove ALSO SELLING LAWN & YARD EQUIPMENT

Snow blower • grass seeder • Husqvarna zero turn mower 40 hrs. • 3 section 3PH diamond harrows • wood splitter • light plant • power plant • electric patio heater with table

Stove

Plow Sheds

Saddles

Steel racks • pallet of hoses • (120) 2014 cut square hay bales • large quantity of 4-8ft random length OSB sheathing • wood/fuel furnace• 86” Hydraulic skid steer snow blade Corral

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On the open road The 25th anniversary version of Summer Stomp - A HUGE The 25th anniversary version of Summer Stomp - A HUGE Riders from all over western Canada converged on Sicamous BC, and were treated to a wide variety of entertainment. I missed the burnouts and ﬁrst round of bands on Friday as I had stopped in Golden overnight so I could see a friend in the hospital. I heard nothing but rave reviews and was wishing that I could clone myself. Saturday did not disappoint either though. It poured from Golden to Malakwa but then the blue skies materialized and the rest of the day was picture perfect Okanagan weather. The main street of Sicamous was a motorcycle only zone and was lined with vendors of all types just like they are at all the major American rallies and there is no fee to visit these vendors or any of the entertainment on the street. Kamloops Harley-Davidson was there with their event truck, Rollin’ Rubber from Vernon was letting riders know about their tire services, Behind the Bars was selling all kinds of gadgets and goodies, and the list goes on! There were handmade belt buckles, handmade shirts, leggings and all kinds of food vendors and then of course the beer gardens. The music was rockin’ and people were dancing to the BC DC Band - the AC DC tribute band. What a hoot! This is a fun band to watch and listen to. At 4 pm the poker run with over 100 bikes rolled in and that was a signal for the stunt riders to start doing their thing. People lined the street watching talented young men whip their machines around doing stop pies and all sorts of stunts. The winds were too high so Kris Garwasiuk was not able to perform any freestyle jumps, but the crowd thoroughly enjoyed the entertaining riders on their sport bikes. After the beer gardens closed down on main street, I headed off to my

accommodations in Sorrento. If you don’t reserve your accommodations in Sicamous a year in advance, you aren’t going to ﬁnd a motel or hotel room! I headed back to the main Stomp grounds at 10pm. The venue was laid out very well with tenting off to the right of the main gates and vendor alley straight ahead and ringing the perimeter. There were big tents and picnic tables for those who wanted to partake in the food and beverages out of the heat of the day. The big Houseboat where the VIP’s were partying was full and people were hollering and hooting - having a blast. Vendor Alley still had many vendors open, Up Your Leather, from Vancouver, Rose’s Front Room from Blackfalds Alberta was there as was Dark Lord Clothiers just to name a few. There were 4 - 1% er booths on the grounds, and lots of new club patches everywhere. This time, as in the past, there were no issues with the clubbers other than the fact that they bring the gang squad with them. A few patrons were uncomfortable with the police presence, but the ofﬁcers were pleasant enough and not oppressive in their numbers. LegZZ, the ZZ Top Tribute band brought the house down. There were people everywhere and not one person was standing still, they were bouncing around, singing to the music, dancing and just having a smoking good time. At midnight was the wet tee shirt contest and there were a dozen gals who decided they wanted in on the action. Some people don’t like this aspect of a lot of biker events, but the ladies who got involved seemed to love the attention they were getting. I myself don’t really get into the whole wet tee shirt contest, it’s just not something that I enjoy and certainly not something I would participate in, but there are many who have no issue with dropping their laundry in front of

a few thousand people. I did note that the police who were on the main gate all wandered down to watch the contest and they seemed to be enjoying the show, even the lady police ofﬁcer. As I headed back for the main gate to leave, so did the police. It had been a long day but thoroughly enjoyable day. I want to thank Steve Hammer and the entire Stomp team. I truly enjoyed the heck out of myself! For those considering attending the Summer Stomp, stop considering it and just do it, you’ll have a blast! Not only is the Stomp a well run event, but the location is awesome, tenting is included in your ticket price and the town of Sicamous is so welcoming that you will feel right at home! (The following photos are from InsightPhotography and give you a glimpse into the ﬁrst 2 days of events that I was not present for):

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2003 CAT 14H VHP MOTOR GRADER

2005 CAT D6N LGP CRAWLER

2 - 2006 CAT 325DL EXCAVATORS

EQUIPMENT AUCTION

Weaver Sale Yard • Rycroft, AB • Internet Bidding

SATURDAY, OCT. 25, 2014 • 9:00 a.m. PRELIMINARY LIST EXCAVATORS: • 2006 Cat 325DL excavator, bucket and thumb, 9,161 hrs, cab guarding • 2006 Cat 325DL excavator, bucket and thumb, 8,358 hrs, cab guarding CRAWLER and LOADERS: 2006 FREIGHTLINER TRI DRIVE - WINCH 1999 CAT 160H VHP MOTOR GRADER • 2005 Cat D6N LGP crawler, 6-way blade, cab, winch, 10,900 hrs • 1982 Cat 941 track loader, canopy, 2 yd. bucket, winch • 1980 Case W14 wheel loader, 15.5-25 tires, tire chains, bucket, pallet forks MOTOR GRADERS and SCALE: • 2003 Cat 14H VHP motor grader, 16 ft. moldboard, mid-mount snow wing • 1999 Cat 160H VHP motor grader, 16 ft. moldboard, rear-mount snow wing • 2008 Western 80 tonne scale, 10x70 ft. steel deck, 2-section, digital TRUCKS: • 2009 IHC 8500SB t/a, Max Force 7 eng., auto, a/r, 158 in. w/b, wet kit • 2007 Freightliner Columbia t/a truck, 48 in. sleeper, Detroit 60 eng • 2006 Freightliner Columbia tri-drive winch tractor, 60 in. sleeper, Detroit 60 series eng, 18 spd, Braden 30 ton hyd. winch, a/r • 2003 Freightliner t/a truck, 550 Detroit, 18 spd, 46k rears, 48 in. sleeper • 1994 Western Star t/a water truck, Cat 3406, 18 spd, 46k rears 10 - 2004 FORD F350 4WD SUPER CABS • 1987 Western Star t/a gravel truck, 444 Cummins, 13 spd, 44k rears JOHN DEERE 9750 STS COMBINE TRAILERS: • 2 Unused 2015 Southland 18 ft. t/a flatdeck trailers, alum. ramps, 16 in. tires • 2008 Risley Steel 28 ft. t/a side dump trailer, Atlas 105CS-A3C hyd. crane • 1979 Trailmobile 35 ft. side dump trailer, 2006 Palfinger PK9501 hyd. crane • 1991 Aspen scissorneck tridem 40T lowbed • 1999 Doepker Super B flatdecks • 1990 Manac 53 ft tridem hi-boy • 1974 Knight t/a gravel pup trailer, 12 ft. box • Knight s/a jeep • 1992 SWS 5th wheel t/a utitlity trailer, stock trailer top • 1979 Willock 40 ft. t/a highboy trailer, live roll • 1978 Willock 40 ton t/a low bed • 1988 Decap tridem gravel trailer, spring ride • PJ 12 ft s/a trailer, ramp PICKUPS and CARS: 2010 GMC Siera 1500 4wd • 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 c/c 4wd • 2010 Ford F350 c/c 4wd, dsl • 2009 Ford F350 c/c 4wd, gas • 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 c/c 4wd • 2008 Ford F250 c/c 4wd, gas • (10) 2004 Ford F350 super cab 4wd flatdeck trucks, gas, ASPEN SCISSORNECK TRIDEM 40 TON auto, fuel tanks, pumps • 2006 GMC 3500 E-cab 4wd • 1997 Ford F250 4wd flatdeck• 1979 Ford F600 s/a grain truck, box • 2004 Toyota 4 Runner 2012 JOHN DEERE A400 WINDROWER RECREATION: 2006 Cedar Cove 36 ft. 5th wheel t/a holiday trailer, 3 slides • 2012 Polaris Ranger 800 side by side atv • 2007 Polaris Ranger 700 side by side atv, (not running) FARM EQUIPMENT: 2012 JD A400 windrower, 830 eng. hrs, 530 cutting hrs, GPS, JD 896 18ft. hay header • 2012 Honeybee 36ft. draper hdr. dbl swath • 2000 JD 9750 STS combine, 914P p/u, 3800 eng. hrs, 2700 threshing hrs • 2012 JD 568 round baler • 2012 Frontier Vhay rake • Willmar 500 t/a fertilizer spreader, pto drive, dual spreader • Harmon 2400 40ft. packer bar • 1997 Conservapak 39 ft air drill, d/s, tbt JD 787 3 compartment tank • JD 4630 tractor, 4340 hrs • 1991 JD 435 round baler • 4 wheel wagon • Versatile 18 ft. f/c • 2 Haybuster 256 Plus II hay processors • JD 930 discbine, 11 ft-6'' width • Co-op 14 ft. d/t cultivator • 16 ft. land roller • SKID STEER and ATTACHMENTS: 2010 DODGE RAM 2500 2012 HONEYBEE 36 FT. HEADER Case 1845 skid steer loader • 2 WBM hyd. tilt 84" excavator chuck blades • HD 8 ft. snowblower • Unused: 86'' hydraulic skid steer, loader, dozer blade/ snow pusher • Stone torch wheel loader tires 23.5 x 25 E3/L3 24 ply • 42'' Tomahawk pallet forks • 66'' skid steer double ram brush grapple • 66'' skid steer grapple bucket • 90'' skid steer snow bucket • 72'' skid steer log grapple • 78'' skid steer double ram brush and rock grapples • Skid steer bale fork • 48'' skid steer trencher • 72'' skid steer hyd. broom • Skid steer planitary drive auger c/w 12'' bit •

PORTABLE BUILDINGS and SEA CANS • HD TIRE CHANGERS • DIESEL GENERATORS • WELDERS • GEN SETS HEAVY DUTY TOOL BOXES and WORK BENCHES • SHOP COMPRESSORS • MAN LIFTS • WROUGHT IRON GATES 3 PTH POST HOLE DIGGERS, DISCS and ROTOTILLERS • COMPACTORS • LIVESTOCK EQUIPMENT

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2008 RISLEY STEEL 28 FT. SIDE DUMP

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New Holland celebrates 50 production with the Golden

UNRESERVED PUBLIC REAL ESTATE AUCTION

Bill & Helen Colwell

Sunset Prairie, BC | October 21, 2014 · 10am

Peace

Home Quarter & 12 Parcels of Farmland 2226± title acres & $18,800 SLR*

Cecil Lake

Bond East Pine

North Star

Parcel 1

Three Creeks

Cardinal Lake

Clayhurst

Sunset Prairie

Deadwood

Worsley

Braden Rd

Peace

Clear Prairie

Murdale

97 Bear Flat

Gage 2 Reno

Auction Property Gordondale

Dawson Creek Kelly Lake

Kimiwan Lake

Rycroft 2

Tupper

Smoky R.

Sexsmith

Grande Prairie

Winagami Lake

Kenzie

Crooked Creek

Sunset House Valleyview

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 10 11 12 13

Sunset Prairie

BC/NTS 93P-15 Sunset Prairie

Parcel 1 - 1200± Sq Ft Home

Parcel 1 - Barn

Parcel 1 - Shop

Parcel 4

Parcel 5

Continued from 24 Ford 7810 Silver Jubilee model was launched to commemorate this important milestone. Another key year for Basildon was the unveiling of the stateof-the-art visitors’ center in 2012, the same year the plant achieved Bronze World Class Manufacturing status and the U.K. Prime Minister, David Cameron, visited the factory. Since 1964 over 1.6 million tractors and 3.1 million engines have been produced at Basildon. Today the plant employs more than 1,000 people dedicated to producing industry-leading tractors. The facility can accommodate more than 10,000 different product speciﬁcations and 85% of total production is exported across the globe. Modernizing global agriculture Basildon’s tractors themselves have shaped modern agricultural history, dating back to the ﬁrst Ford 1000 Series models of the mid-1960s. They ushered in the era of modern agriculture, and they were completely new from the ground up: new engines and transmissions ensured this range was an instant hit across the globe. The Ford 40 Series were groundbreaking models in the early 1990s. They featured the renowned PowerStar engines, also built at Basildon. These tractors improved farming comfort, thanks to the cab, which offered a quiet, roomy operating space, advanced closed center load

sensing hydraulics and the forerunner of the ElectroShift transmission. Following the impressive global launch, sales of this 75-120 hp range reached the 100,000 unit mark. Improving productivity and enhancing comfort while increasing sustainability The TS Series was launched in the late 1990s and was an evolution of the 40 Series. This range was the first to feature New Holland’s distinctive styling, characterized by the sloping hood. It was also the very first range to benefit from Tier 1 emissions technology: signaling the start of New Holland’s unswerving commitment to reducing the environmental impact of farming. The TM Series, developing between 120-190 hp, became synonymous with excellent performance and outstanding ease of use thanks to the introduction of the Terraglide™ front axle suspension. It was also the first range to benefit from productivity-enhancing Engine Power Management technology. Basildon tractors have always been at the cutting edge of transmission technology. The T7000 Series boasted the best powershift in its segment, in the form of the Power Command™ transmission. Multi-award winning Auto Command™ continuously variable transmission technology came to Basildon in 2009 on the T7000 Series, as did the benchmark ergonomic Side-

Auctioneer’s Note: Peter & Mary Dyck have chosen to sell by public auction due to health reasons. Plan to attend this sale!

Unreserved Acreage Sale for Peter & Mary Dyck of Prespatou BC on October 18th, 2014 Sale starts @ 1pm

2009 Kubota M110X

1980 Versatile 835 & Sunflower 1442 29 Ft

AUCTION LOCATION: From Dawson Creek, BC go 35.4 km (22 miles) west on Heart Hwy 97 to the Braden Rd, then north 6.4 km (4 miles) to Rd 214, then 3.6 km (2 ¼ miles) west. North side of road. PROPERTY FEATURES INCLUDE:

PARTIAL LIST OF EQUIPMENT INCLUDES:

· 10± acres fully serviced yard site, 130± acres of improved

1980 Versatile 835 4WD · 2009 Kubota M110X MFWD · 1978

pasture / hay, 20± acres bush, 1200± sq ft 3 bedroom

John Deere 4640 2WD · Massey Ferguson 510 Western

country home, mature yard w/ large garden

Special Combine · 1997 John Deere 9500 Combine · 1980

· Fully developed concrete basement w/ laundry room & bathroom · 40 ft x 60 ft insulated metal clad shop, well maintained barn w/ wood corral system · Surface Lease Revenue on parcels 2, 4, 8 & 9

CCIL 550 15 Ft Swather · 1980 Ford 700 S/A Grain Truck · 1999 Dodge 2500 Pickup · John Deere 9350 Double Disc Seed Drill · CCIL 30 Ft Deep Tillage Cultivator · Grain Handling Equipment · Livestock Equipment · Vanguard 27 Ft Fifth Wheel Travel Trailer ...AND MUCH MORE!

For up-to-date photos & details, please check our website: rbauction.com/realestate Owner – Bill & Helen Colwell: 250.843.9925 Realtor – Rick Wallan, All Peace Realty: 780.518.3313 (c), apr3313@telus.net Broker – Ritchie Bros. Real Estate Services Ltd. Ellen Engelsbel: 778.331.5427 Ritchie Bros. Territory Manager – Rod Thibeault: 780.933.9156, 800.491.4494 Auction Company License #303043 & 309645

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Directions: 22068 Prespatou Road. Approx 1.5 km north past Presp Prespatou Store. Watch for Rhythm Auctions signs and auction parking signs.

LAWN/GARDEN: 12.5HP Lawn mower, push lawn mower, 2 weed eaters, 6hp troy-built rototiller, fertilizer spreader, electric hedge trimmer, 2 wheel cart, water hoses, soaker hoses, 300 gal water tank, sprinklers, 48” lawn sweep, park bench, barbeque, halogen yard light, water barrels, wheel barrow, chimney sweep, snow roof rake, bicycle TOOLS: WHITE snow blower, 9 drawer tool cabinet, hydraulic jack, 3” jackal, chain saw, ¾” socket set, 3/8” drill, ½ “drill, skil saw, 2 jig saws, glue gun, 18 volt drill, battery charger, electrical grinder, electrical cords, extension ladder, sewer snakes, electric sander, table saw, auto block heater timer, mitre saw and stand, roller support stand, cement trowel, hard wood planer, unused sump pump, pressure washer HOUSEHOLD: propane hot plate, tables, meat slicer, cooler, dehumidifier, plastic containers, vacuum cleaner, fridge, electric water heater, suit cases, stereo, 2 chairs, 54” bed with headboard (like new) kitchen table, electric organ, bathroom cabinet, 2 wooden chairs And much, much more! List may subject to additions and deletions TERMS AND CONDITIONS: We accept absentee bids only if the bid is placed at $350.00 or higher. To place an absentee bid, call the office at (250) 261-4198 to request the absentee bid form by fax. Forms must be sent back with proper information required 48 hours prior to the auction sale date. Everything sells unreserved and to the highest bidder only. No warranties or guarantees on items being sold, everything is sold as is where is. All sales must be paid on day of sale by cash, VISA, MasterCard, debit, certified cheque, or letter from bank guaranteeing payment. A sufficient I.D. (driver’s license) is required to register, prior to bidding. Visit globalauctionguide.com for listings and photos. r001881198

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0 years of tractor n Jubilee models Winder™ II armrest. The plant’s latest ranges, the T6 and T7 Series, are continuing this productive, efficient and sustainable heritage. They are equipped with state-of-the-art ECOBlue™ SCR technology, developed by FPT Industrial, to meet the latest emission regulations, which has reduced fuel consumption by up to 10% while simultaneously improving productivity. About New Holland New Holland Agriculture and New Holland Construction sell and service an innovative line of agricultural and construction equipment, including a full line of tractors, hay and forage equipment, harvesting, crop production, skid steer and compact track loaders, compact wheel loaders and mini excavators. Sales, parts and service are provided by more than 1,000 New Holland dealers throughout North America.

New Holland is a brand of CNH Industrial N.V., a World leader in Capital Goods listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: CNHI) and on the Mercato Telematico Azionario of the Borsa Italiana (MI: CNHI). More information about CNH Industrial can be found online at www.cnhindustrial.com http://www.newholland.com/ na http://www.youtube.com/NewHollandNA https://www.facebook.com/ newhollandna https://twitter.com/NHAgriculture

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UNRESERVED PUBLIC REALIGNMENT AUCTION

Justin Newton

UNRESERVED FARM AUCTION

Farmington, BC | October 22, 2014 · 11 am

Bill Lawrence

Peace River, AB | October 23, 2014 · 11am

1982 JOHN DEERE 7720 TURBO & 1982 JOHN DEERE 6620

1984 JOHN DEERE 8650

2003 FREIGHTLINER CENTURY CLASSIC

EZEE-ON 1600 22 FT

2011 CASE IH 400HD & 2008 SEED HAWK 56 FT w/ FLEXI-COIL 3850

3 OF 5— WESTEEL 2300± BUSHEL

2010 CASE IH 8120

2009 CASE IH MX305

2013 CASE IH 160 100 FT

AUCTION LOCATION: From PEACE RIVER, AB, From the intersection of Hwy 2 and Hwy 743 go North 5.6 km (3.5 miles) to RR 842 A , then East 1.6 km (1 mile). GPS: 56.2842, -117.3062

AUCTION LOCATION: From DAWSON CREEK, BC, go 45 km (28 miles) North on Hwy 97 (Alaska Hwy) to Range Rd 228, then go 4.9 km (3 miles) East on Range Road 228 to the 243 road.Yard on left side. GPS: 56.0423, -120.5579

A PARTIAL EQUIPMENT LIST INCLUDES: 1984 John Deere 8650 4WD Tractor · 1982 Steiger Bearcat ST225 4WD Tractor · 1971 John Deere 4000 2WD Tractor · 1982 John Deere 7720 Turbo Combine · 1982 John Deere 6620 Combine · 1985 John Deere 220 20 Ft Rigid Header · 1986 John Deere 218 18 Ft Rigid Header · International 4000 16.5 Ft Swather · 2003 Freightliner Century ClassicT/A Grain

A PARTIAL EQUIPMENT LIST INCLUDES: 2011 Case IH 400HD 4WD Tractor · 2009 Case IH MX305 MFWD Tractor · V Combine · 2010 Honey Bee SP36 36 Ft Draper · 1997 MacDon 2930 25 Ft Swather · 1998 Kenworth T800B Sleeper T/A Truck Tractor · 1995 Ford F450 Crew Cab 4x4 Dually Service Truck · 1996 International 9400 T/A Grain Truck · 1998 Doepker 28 Ft Super B Grain Trailer · 2008 Seed Hawk 56 Ft Air Drill · Case IH ADX

Truck · 1979 Mack RWS797LST T/A Grain Truck · GMC 960 Tag Axle Grain Truck · 1983 Ford F250 XL Extended Cab 4x4 Pickup Truck · 2006 Nissan D21 Extended Cab Pickup Truck · Kendon 25 Ft T/A Utility Trailer · 1994 Jeep Grand Cherekee Laredo 4x4 · 2001 Bobcat T200 Multi Terrain Loader · Bourgault 8800 32 Ft Air Drill · Vertec B62000 68 Ft T/A Field Sprayer · Grain Bins · Agricultural Equipment · Attachments...AND MUCH MORE!

For up-to-date equipment listings, please check our website: rbauction.com Bill Lawrence: 780.624.8556 (h), 780.618.8669 (c) bill1@abnorth.com

2230 Tow-Behind Air Tank · 2013 Case IH 160 100 Ft High Clearance Field Sprayer · Brent 772 750± Bushel S/A Grain Cart · Brandt 1070 10 In. x 70 Ft Mechanical Swing Grain Auger · Sakundiak HD10-2000 10 In. x 70 Ft Mechanical Swing Grain Auger · Maschio Pantera 570 20 Ft 3 Pt Hitch Rotary Tiller · Husqvarna YTH24V48SL 48 In. Riding Lawn Mower · 2009 Degelman 5900 14 Ft 6 Way Hyd Tractor Dozer ...AND MUCH MORE!

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