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FARM DEBT

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Dry spring in the forecast

Staying afloat Market analysts are optimistic after a Statistics Canada report shows the farm sector is growing its assets faster than its debts

But the El Nino system will end by fall, says weather expert BY BRIAN CROSS SASKATOON NEWSROOM

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debt-to-asset ratio, the lowest level since 1997

Canadian farmers are accumulating more debt, but their assets are growing at a faster pace, according to Statistics Canada. The value of total farm liabilities was up $5 billion on Dec. 31, 2014, compared to a year earlier. Assets were up $43 billion over the same period. Total assets were $525 billion compared to $78 billion in liabilities for a debt-toasset ratio of 15.2 percent, the lowest recorded since 1997. “It does show that based on the ratio, the sector is in a good position to overcome financial risks with lower commodity prices in the future or adverse weather and that sort of thing,” said Stephen Boyd, a senior analyst with Statistics Canada.

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EDMONTON — Farmers across Western Canada will likely see a continuation of dry, mild conditions for the rest of the winter and extending into spring as the lingering effects of El Nino continue to be felt in North America and around the world. That was one of the messages delivered last week at FarmTech by Drew Lerner, president and senior meteorologist with World Weather Inc. Lerner’s other key message was that El Nino is weakening gradually and will likely be fully expired by the fourth quarter of 2016, if not earlier. For growers, that means a return to more normal precipitation levels as the year progresses, with better rainfall distribution likely beginning in June and continuing for the rest of the year. “I think as El Nino disappears we will see an increase in precipitation as time moves on,” Lerner said.

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SEED VARIETY ACCESS

Alberta Pulse Growers pulls research funding Group says it withdrew support from the U of S program because it wants a level playing field for all pulse breeders BY MARY MACARTHUR CAMROSE BUREAU

EDMONTON — Alberta Pulse Growers has pulled its funding from the University of Saskatchewan’s Crop Development Centre, and some of its members aren’t happy. The organization announced its decision to cut $70,000 during its Jan. 27 annual meeting. The CDC is the main pulse research facility in Western Canada. Withdrawing the funding means Alberta seed growers will no longer have access to the new varieties from the Saskatchewan breeding program. “North of 70 percent of the varieties grown in Alberta comes from the CDC program,” seed grower Larry Penner of Three Hills, Alta., told the Alberta Pulse meeting.

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“I would like the board to respectfully reconsider this. This is not just a trivial matter. It is an important decision you’ve made.” Penner said he didn’t hear about the decision until last month when another seed grower called him, wondering why he could no longer apply to receive breeder seed from the CDC. A decision to end the funding was made in November but not formalized until the January meeting, when the decision was announced.

Fellow seed grower Ron Markert echoed Penner’s concerns. “If we pull out of this program, we are asking the Saskatchewan producers to pay the full cost of genetic research in Western Canada,” said Markert, who farms near Vulcan, Alta. “We all know the varieties that are grown, most of the peas and all of the lentils come out of that program.” Alber ta Pulse chair Allison Ammeter said withdrawing CDC funding was intended to encourage more research and not give it an unfair advantage over other plant breeders. The CDC does not charge royalties on the crops it develops. “It really wasn’t about the money. This was more about principle and trying to do the right thing for the seed industry than it was about dollars and cents,” said Ammeter. “We felt our participation contributed to an uneven playing field of the other pulse breeders.” As well, she said the popularity of pulses in Saskatchewan often limited the amount of CDC breeder seed available to Alberta farmers. Only nine Alberta producers were able to buy breeder seed from the program last year, she added. “In previous years, our contributions per acre were equal to Saskatchewan,” she said. “Saskatchewan growers have got first dibs on all CDC seed choices, and Alberta seed growers have gotten the leftovers,” she said. CDC funding is based on acres. Last year, Alberta seeded 1.8 million acres of pulses and paid $70,000 into the program, while Saskatchewan seeded 5.8 million acres and contributed $2 million. Ammeter said her association’s funding contribution gave Alberta little influence on what varieties were developed or the amount of

Alison Saskville, research technician at the Crop Development Centre’s breeding program in Saskatoon, cleans red lentils in preparation for spring planting. | WILLIAM DEKAY PHOTO breeder seed available for Alberta. Penner agreed it was difficult to pry more breeder seed out of the program but wanted the association to invest more money in the CDC’s breeding program rather than less. Penner introduced a resolution at

the Alberta Seed Growers Association’s recent annual meeting asking Alberta Pulse to reinstate the funding so growers could obtain breeder seed for this spring without interruption. Penner said Alberta Pulse’s “idealist stance” to level the playing

field, especially in light of UPOV 91, the international plant breeding standard that allows seed companies to collect royalties at any stage of production, will hurt more farmers than it helps. It will be years before UPOV 91 is ratified and put into place, he added. “I don’t think it is up to Alberta to enforce,” he said. “It will delay newer varieties from getting into Alberta producers’ hands.” Alberta farmers will still be able to receive the new varieties but two years later when they are foundation seed. Markert said it is important for Alberta producers to have access to the latest varieties from the top research program in Western Canada. “As soon as we oppose this, CDC will not supply any breeder seed to Alberta,” he said. “When you consider the vast majority of peas and lentils grown in Western Canada come from that program, I don’t think we should be asking the Saskatchewan producer to pay the full cost. I, as an Alberta producer, feel like I am a freeloader on the system.” Saskatchewan Pulse Growers chair Tim Wiens declined to comment, saying, “we view this as an APG issue.” Ed Lefsrud, a seed grower from Viking, Alta., said the pulse varieties developed in Saskatchewan are more beneficial to his farm than pulse varieties developed at Agriculture Canada’s research facility in Lacombe, Alta. “We really do have a lot in common with Saskatchewan.” Alberta Pulse Growers has committed $2 million over the next five years to field-scale research. Markert said he believes in the value of field scale agronomic research, but it doesn’t replace good scientific research. mary.macarthur@producer.com

PULSE RESEARCH

Researcher says pulling out of pulse funding will hurt growers BY MARY MACARTHUR CAMROSE BUREAU

A decision by Alberta Pulse Growers to pull its research funding from Canada’s main pulse breeding program in Canada is “short sighted,” says the head of the program. “Maybe Alberta Pulse Growers want a free ride because most of the pea varieties grown in Alberta, and lentils, are from here,” said Kofi Agblor, managing director of the University of Saskatchewan’s Crop Development Centre. “To not make any contribution for that is not justified.” Alberta Pulse has said it plans to cut its funding to help level the playing field and encourage more pulse research. The organization believes independent pulse breeders have been discouraged from pulse breeding research because they can’t compete against the CDC’s research program, which doesn’t charge

royalties for its pulse varieties. Agblor said pulling the funding won’t encourage more research. Instead, it will cost Alberta pulse producers more money for seed. “At the end of the day, you need a sizable market in acres for any breeder to spend a lot of money and hoping you can get a return,” said Agblor. “The idea that an open market in every instance is what works may not be true. I am as right wing as Margaret Thatcher, my friends will tell you, but I also understand you have to be pragmatic, and there are certain models that don’t fit everything.” Alberta grows 1.8 million acres of pulses, Saskatchewan grows 5.8 million acres and Manitoba is expected to grow 200,000 acres of peas and lentils this year. “We are the only breeding program in North America releasing lentil varieties,” Agblor said. “To summarily say you are going to spur breeding by a royalty system, I

don’t know how many people are waiting to jump into lentil breeding tomorrow after the decision.” Alberta contributed $70,000 to pulse research at the CDC last year compared to $2 million by Saskatchewan Pulse Growers.

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During the announcement to pull its funding, Alberta Pulse chair Allison Ammeter said the organization was frustrated by how little influence it has on varieties developed at the CDC. Instead of pulling the funding,

Agblor said Alberta officials should have called him to discuss different funding models to allow Alberta growers more say in var ietal research. “I don’t remember the last time we had a discussion at the CDC directly with APG, where they sought ways to increase investment and participate in the program in a meaningful way.” Agblor said the CDC has different funding and royalty structure models for different crops, depending on the investment. SPG provides the research centre with enough money to breed new pulse varieties so that farmers don’t need to pay royalties, he added, but other crops have different funding and royalty models. Agblor said he encouraged Alberta Pulse executive director Leanne Fischbuch last year to increase its funding to allow a say in variety research. “$70,000 doesn’t get you any decision making. I told them, ‘put

money in and come and sit on the front end,’ ” he said. “What they are doing now is buying seed. They are buying the results of the research and hope those varieties will do well. I told them, if you are to invest up front, then we could do more trialing in Alberta and select lines that are more suited for Alberta.” Crosby Devitt, executive director of the Canadian Seed Trade Association, said he doesn’t know if any of his association’s members are about to invest in pulse research. The checkoffs paid by producers have traditionally funded public sector research. “The way that is structured and the relatively smaller acres compared to canola, there is less incentive on the private side to put money into breeding programs,” said Devitt. “They look at the market size and my ability to sell seed every year.” mary.macarthur@producer.com

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STAYING AFLOAT » CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Dan Mazier, president of Keystone Agricultural Producers, said the numbers are a reflection of the aging farm population. “The average age of a farmer is 55 years old, so you would hope the debt ratio is dropping for a 55 year old,” he said. “If it’s climbing, we’ve got a problem.” Farm equity reached a record $445 billion, up $38 billion, or nine percent, from a year earlier. Saskatchewan led the way with a 12 percent increase followed by Manitoba at 11 percent. Alberta ranked fourth with a nine percent rise in equity in that province. Land accounted for $381 billion, or 73 percent of the assets, which is the highest proportion since Statistics Canada started the series in 1980. “Over 80 percent of the growth in assets over the past 10 years has been in the farm real estate category,” said Boyd. “Certainly strong commodity prices and low interest rates over the past number of years has contributed to that land value increase.” The fact that land accounts for such a high percentage of assets is a bit of a concern because it is not a liquid asset. If a farmer gets in a financial bind, it could be difficult to get out of it. Growth in the asset base on the P ra i r i e s ha s b e e n a b i t m o re diverse with land accounting for 76 percent of the growth over the past 10 years compared to 81 percent nationally. Mazier worries what the mounting asset level means for the next generation of farmers. “It used to be that you would buy a quarter section for $200 an acre,” he said. “Now we’re talking in Manitoba here $3,000 to $5,000 an acre.” He also wonders how long the good times are going to last. “Everybody is focusing on this housing bubble, but I do think there is a land valuation issue coming up at us,” said Mazier. Boyd said strong growth in the value of livestock and poultry inventories also bolstered the asset base. The category ended the year at $15.2 billion, up $8.8 billion, or 49 percent, because of strong cattle and hog prices. It was partially offset by a $2.2 billion, or 12 percent, decline in crop inventories. “That was partially due to price decreases, but it was more due to the decrease in crop inventories following the bumper crop of 2013,” he said. That was also the year when rail transportation was bogged down, resulting in high ending inventories in 2013. Mazier said a strong debt-to-asset ratio should not be equated with financial well-being. “That doesn’t mean that farms are more profitable,” he said. Boyd said the return-on-assets ratio, which measures how much net income was derived from the asset base, was two percent in 2014, the lowest level since 2010. That compares to 3.9 percent in 2013, 2.4 percent in 2012 and 2.5 percent in 2011 when farm profits were very good. The lower ratio in 2014 means farm profits did not keep pace with the growth in assets. sean.pratt@producer.com

A new program from Ducks Unlimited and Crop Production Services offers producers in Saskatchewan and Alberta a $100 rebate on every 50 pound bag of forage seed. | FILE PHOTO

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Prairie producers who plan to convert cultivated farmland to forages this year might end up with unexpected cash in their pockets, thanks to a program from Ducks Unlimited Canada and Crop Production Services. The two organizations have launched a forage program that provides monetary incentives to growers who are considering converting annual cropland to forage or pasture this year. The program offers producers in Saskatchewan and Alberta a $100 rebate on every 50 pound bag of forage seed. Producers in Manitoba will receive a rebate of $50 per converted acre. Eligible growers must use forage seed that carries the Proven Seed label. “Declining prices for wheat and other cereal crops … are leading many landowners to seriously consider the move to increase their cattle herd (and) this, in turn, spurs a demand for

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increased forage,” said Craig Bi s h o p, Du c k s U n l i m i t e d’s regional forage lead in Alberta. “The drought of 2015, in particular, resulted in many poor hay crops in several areas and further motivated producers to convert additional land to forages.” Ducks Unlimited ran a similar program with CPS last year, which converted 25,000 acres of prairie farmland to forage production. Richard McBride, a Ducks

Unlimited conservation specialist in Saskatoon, said producer interest in the 2016 program appears to be strong. There is no limit to how much money a single producer can collect, but there are other limitations, he said. For example, the program has a prairie-wide limit of 40,000 acres. In most cases, eligible acres must fall within regions that Ducks Unlimited has identified as priority areas, but some excep-

tions may be made, depending on location and proximity to waterfowl habitat. “We have no limit per landowner so if we’ve got one guy that wants to seed 2,000 acres, we’re happy to work with him,” said McBride. “We also have a western Canadian limit of 40,000 acres … so for Saskatchewan, we probably have an upper limit of roughly 14,000 acres that we could fund.” McBride said there are no application deadlines. The program is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. To receive the rebate, growers will be required to submit an invoice from a Proven Seed retailer. Ducks Unlimited staff will check fields this summer to confirm that the land has been seeded and forages are growing. “We really don’t have a deadline, so to speak … but we would like to see the forages seeded by the middle of June,” McBride said. Growers will be asked to keep their land in forage production for 10 years. brian.cross@producer.com

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KAP to lobby for better cellphone service in rural Manitoba

CN appeals ruling on revenue cap

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BY ED WHITE

Canadian National Railway is attempting to appeal a Canadian Transportation Agency ruling that the railway exceeded its revenue cap by nearly $7 million in 2014-15. “CN believes the CTA did not apply the revenue cap properly, which erroneously caused it to conclude CN had exceeded its revenue entitlement,” company spokesperson Mark Hallman said in a Jan. 29 email. “As part of its appeal, CN is also a s k i n g t h e Fe d e r a l C o u r t o f Appeal to suspend the application of the CTA decision, including ordered payment and financial penalty.” The CTA published a decision late last year that claimed CN exceeded it revenue entitlements for moving western Canadian grain by more than $6.86 million in the 2014-15 crop year. It ordered the company to repay the $6.86 million along with a penalty of more than $343,000 to the Western Grains Research Foundation before the end of January. CN provided In a document that summarizes the basis of its appeal, CN said the CTA committed several errors in its interpretation of the revenue cap provisions: • failure to recognize the actual mileage over which CN moved grain during the 2014-15 crop year • wrongly including grain movements to destinations that are ineligible under railway revenue cap provisions • improper accounting of revenues that CN receives for moving grain under federal interswitching provisions • using an “unfair” process that requires CN to raise material issues before April 30.

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It’s easy to get a mobile phone signal near Manitoba’s borders with Saskatchewan and North Dakota. The problem is that for many Manitoba farmers, that signal comes from AT&T or SaskTel, delegates to Keystone Agricultural Producers’ annual convention said last week. “Our MTS or Rogers (cellphone service) is dead in the snow,” Glen Franklin said about living in southwestern Manitoba. “How long can this kind of foolery go on?” Another southwestern Manitoba farmer said his phone is often picked up by AT&T, which can lead to heavy extra data charges on his bill, with each megabyte costing $3.99. “It gets pretty costly after a while.” The same problem happens along the Saskatchewan border with Manitoba cellphone providers seeming to have weaker signals than those from Saskatchewan. “My cellphone has been taken away by a SaskTel tower,” said George Grant, who farms along the border. He can actually see an MTS tower 13 kilometres away, near Foxholme, but his cellphone connects to the SaskTel tower 40 km away. He said not having steady access to one’s own provider is unacceptable in these days of emergency services and basic communication provided by mobile phones. “The cellphone is the only link I have to anybody. I have to have a signal,” said Grant. KAP delegates passed a motion asking Manitoba mobile providers to improve their service in remote and border areas, and to get reciprocal agreements with borderland carriers so extra charges aren’t so high. ed.white@producer.com FOR MORE FROM KAP, SEE PAGE 15

KAP delegates passed a motion asking Manitoba mobile providers to improve their service in remote and border areas and to get reciprocal agreements with borderland carriers so extra charges aren’t so high. | FILE PHOTO

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DRY SPRING IN FORECAST » CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 “If for some reason El Nino doesn’t go away as quickly as we think, then we could end up with a dry year, in Alberta in particular, but if El Nino does go ahead and diminishes, then I fully expect us to see a more normal summer.” Regardless of how quickly El Nino peters out, growers across much of the West can bank on a dry start and presumably, a mostly uninterrupted seeding period beginning i n l at e Ap r i l a n d c o nt i nu i n g through most of May. Lerner, who has developed a reputation among farmers as one of the North America’s most knowledgeable and reliable weather prognosticators, said Western Canada’s long-term forecast will be largely influenced by El Nino’s decline. Based on previous El Nino events of similar strength and duration, weather patterns could be consistent with what he calls an 18-year cycle.

The 18-year cycle is typified by normal temperatures and precipitation levels across Western Canada, in line with long-term averages. Another possibility is the development of a La Nina event — El Nino’s alter ego — which typically involves cooler temperatures for much of Western Canada and above average precipitation. Either way, it looks like growers can bank on a dry start and a return to normal rainfall amounts as the season progresses. Despite a wet harvest that complicated operations across most of Western Canada last fall, soil moisture reserves are still relatively low across much of prairie grain belt. Precipitation levels from November to mid-January were well below normal across much of the West. Mild winter temperatures and limited snow cover could leave many areas low on moisture. “Our moisture deficits today are greater than they were a year ago, and if we come into the spring with the same level of dryness and the

same level of warmth (as last year), we could be in worse shape when the rains do arrive,” Lerner said. If that happens, “then it’s very, very important that the rains be regular occurring and significant enough to pull us out of the hole,” he added. “So it’s not a done deal that we’re going to see good conditions later in the season. We could very well have quite a struggle before we get the better conditions, but we will make the evolution toward a wetter finish.” Lerner said growers in Western Canada should take signals from notable weather events in other parts of the world, including India, Morocco and possibly Western Australia. “We’ve got a drought right now in Morocco and also impacting parts of northwestern Algeria and eastern Spain,” Lerner said. “This is all durum wheat country, so this could be of interest to the farmers here in (Western Canada). “We also have dryness in India,

which is impacting some of the pulse crops there, as well as wheat (and other crops) ... so those are all at least being pressured down in their production because of the drier tendency.” Growers in Western Australia could also be in store for a dry planting season, depending on how Indian Ocean temperatures evolve over the next few months. American growers in the lower mid-West could also be facing a wet, cool season, which could put seeding behind schedule. Development of a La Nina generally spells good news for western Canadian farmers but bad news for growers in the southeastern United States, where excessive rainfall can significantly influence production. As far as advice for Canadian growers is concerned, Lerner said farmers should take advantage of spring moisture but avoid seeding too early so as to limit exposure to potentially dry and hot conditions during late May and early June. “I would probably be very cau-

tious, but would try to plant early, taking advantage of what moisture is available when the snow melts, but not so early that (crops are exposed) to ... dryness that may be ahead of us,” he said. “So plant earlier than usual but not real early, and if you’re in the eastern part of the Prairies, you still have to be very careful about doing that. “There’s a much higher probability of freezes coming early in the spring in Manitoba and eastern Saskatchewan, to the point where I would not plant anything early in those areas.” brian.cross@producer.com

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Is port-country price data beneficial? Farmers want published port prices but analyst questions the value BY SEAN PRATT SASKATOON NEWSROOM

It can be misleading for farmers to draw conclusions by comparing port prices to those at their local elevator, says an analyst. Delegates attending Alberta Wheat Commission’s annual meeting passed a resolution calling on the commission to lobby the provincial and federal governments to require grain companies to report international sales prices. “Personally, I don’t favour reporting actual sales prices at the port because that’s competitive (information) and should be confidential,” said FarmCo president John De Pape, whose company compiles grain and oilseed prices for the commission. De Pape believes publishing the information would hurt Canada’s reputation as a grain exporter. “If I was a buyer of Canadian grain, I wouldn’t want the world to know what I’m buying for f.o.b. Vancouver,” he said. “If we were to do that we would be the only one in the world doing it and it would be bad for business.” He also has concerns about how farmers would use the information because it can lead to misleading conclusions about grain company margins. That is because of a timing issue. People comparing the port price at a point in time to an inland price are working under the false assumption that grain companies are selling the grain the same day they buy it. The reality is they are likely sourcing grain to fill an order that was made months ago. Some people are already drawing conclusions about grain company margins by comparing weekly port price information provided by Agriculture Canada to daily country prices published on the com-

Producers are demanding port price information to compare with elevator prices but a market analyst says those numbers could cause confusion about buyers’ margins. | FILE PHOTO

PRICES AT PORT Agriculture Canada issues a weekly port prices summary based on data it receives from the International Grains Council and industry. The report identifies the numbers as “indicator prices” representing a sample of free on board asking prices for export. It says the information is believed to be accurate but might not be reflective of actual selling prices. West Coast prices as of Jan. 15 ($ per tonne): No. 1 CWRS 13.5%

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mission’s Price and Data Quotes website PDQinfo.ca. Comparing the Agriculture Canada weekly Vancouver port price to

the PDQinfo.ca cash price for Jan. 15 for southeastern Saskatchewan showed No. 1 CWRS 13.5 percent protein wheat spread at about $82

per tonne, No. 1 durum at about $105 per tonne and canola at $49 a tonne. Agriculture Canada’s weekly port price summary uses International Grain Council and industry information providing a sample of free on board asking prices for export. It says the prices are believed to be accurate, but concedes the prices might not be reflective of actual selling prices. De Pape said it is dangerous to compare a weekly number to a cash price from a single day because prices fluctuate. A better comparison would be to compare basis levels at the port to those in the country. “Then you get the futures variation out of the calculation,” he said. If the cash price in the country was $30 per tonne under the futures price and the cash price at the port was $20 over, then the

spread would be $50. The problem is there are no published cash prices at the port. De Pape also questions the motivation behind the demand for increased transparency, mainly that farmers want to know if they are being gouged by the grain companies. “I have a slightly different view from most farmers,” he said. “When the spread between the country and the port is wide like it has been, that tells me we have more grain that wants to use the system than the capacity would allow.” De Pape doesn’t believe that constitutes gouging. “(Grain companies) are reacting to the fact that farmers want to deliver. They’ve got this pressure coming up, so they will lower their prices,” he said. sean.pratt@producer.com

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BEEF PRODUCTION OUTLOOK

Herd expansion crawls in volatile markets A strong demand for quality grain fed beef and record large cow-calf profit margins may encourage larger herds BY KAREN BRIERE REGINA BUREAU

SASKATOON — Beef production through 2016 should be relatively stable as the cattle cycle slowly moves into an expansion phase, says Canfax research services manager Brenna Grant. Significantly reduced feeder exports through the second half of 2015 offset last year’s reduced calf crop, she told the Saskatchewan Beef Industry Conference. Last year also saw a 19-percent reduction in cow marketing, bringing the cow cull rate below the long-term average of 11 percent but just slightly. “You couldn’t call this expansion yet,” she said. “You’d have to go back to 1994 when we were at nine percent (cull rate), or 2000 when we were at 8.5 percent to look at real expansion.” Heifer slaughter has dropped and is at the lowest levels since 1995. “Overall, we’re projecting that inventories on Jan. 1, 2016 are going to be steady to slightly higher,” Grant said. U.S. production is forecast to be up 4.5 percent in 2016, although that isn’t really expansion because most producers are restocking to normal inventories after steep declines caused by the 2008-13 drought. Australia, which had the largest inventory in 2013 since the 1970s, has had to severely liquidate herds since then because of drought. After record production and exports from that country they’ve simply run out of cattle, Grant said. She cautioned producers to remember that expansion is the longest phase of the cattle cycle and can last five to seven years. “This is potentially going to be a slow and cautious expansion,” she said. Volatile global markets and uncertain demand will affect the pace of expansion. However, cow-calf producers are getting a strong signal to expand. Record large profit margins in the last two years and an Alberta Livestock and Meat Agency study that forecasts net margins in the black through 2025 are positive signs. Prices for fed and feeder cattle have peaked but there is strong demand for high-quality grain-fed

Australian and U.S. producers are restocking herds after severe droughts but analyst says cow-calf producers are getting a signal to expand. | FILE PHOTO

CULL RATE DROPPING, BUT NO HERD EXPANSION YET The cow cull rate has dropped below the long-term average of 11 percent but is not yet low enough to indicate full herd expansion.

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beef production, Grant said. The lack of grain-fed beef available from North America in global markets has been filled by grass-fed beef from Brazil and buffalo beef from India’s dairy herd, which are far different products. Grant reminded producers that expansion can be difficult due to inelastic demand. This occurs when small changes in supply create large changes in price. An example is October when U.S. fed cattle prices dropped $10 per hundredweight but jumped back up by the same amount in the

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beginning of January. The number of fed cattle marketed had not changed but carcass weights during the fourth quarter of 2015 were larger than anticipated and that was enough to shift the price, she said. She also said there has been little price seasonality during the recent bull market but predicts the indus-

try is entering a period where seasonality will again be a factor. Low oil prices will continue to keep the Canadian dollar weak and in turn affect Canadian cattle prices, Grant added. Canfax is forecasting fed prices in Alberta to average $169 per cwt. this year, down about eight percent from last year.

But if the exchange rate dropped to US59 cents as some have speculated, the cattle price would be about $200 per cwt. or up about 10 percent. “The forecast moving forward is actually fairly wide,” Grant said. The U.S. agency Cattlefax predicts American calf prices will be down 19 to 22 percent in the fall of 2016 from last year. But in Canada, the decline could be offset if the loonie weakens. “This is one where that exchange rate really comes in, because a 10 cent drop in our exchange rate would completely offset that and we could actually be looking at steady money,” Grant said. She added the end of country-oforigin labelling is not likely to have a huge effect on price because the situation is very different from when COOL went into effect in 2008. Canada currently has the lowest dependence on U.S. packers since the early 1990s, she said.

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GLOBAL BEEF OUTPUT

China, Brazil shaking up international beef trade Analyst says U.S. needs to offer livestock traceability to open doors to more markets BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Global beef production and trade are becoming a complex web with new players vying for position and mature markets looking for ways to sustain themselves. Brazil and China are two countries to watch, Rabobank agribusiness analysts Don Close and Matt Costello said during the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s Jan. 26-29 convention in San Diego. Brazil is stepping up production of corn and livestock while China needs to import more to feed 1.4 billion people. “We think the competition for global trade is going to increase,” said Close, but the U.S. will retain an important position. “Our expectation is that the U.S. market will continue to be the global centerpiece for high quality beef production.” Strong live cattle and beef prices in the United States in 2014-15 sent a signal around the world to increase production, particularly when the beef cut-out value reached a record $259 per hundredweight in

Brazil plans to increase its cattle herd and might boost beef exports by 60 percent by 2023. | REUTERS PHOTO July 2015. However, the increase in beef prices was not all due to demand. It also rallied because of reduced competition as porcine epidemic diarrhea hurt U.S. hog barns and avian influenza struck poultry producers. “We knew this big rally was coming and we were really quick to take the credit that it was all driven by food demand, and that really

wasn’t the case,” he said. “There was a decline in total animal protein domestically, not beef demand only. I think there was a bit of an exaggerated price signal sent to the U.S. and globally.” The repeal of country-of-origin labelling legislation in the United States will be positive in North America, and Mexico is expected to take advantage by exporting more feeders to the U.S. Canada has been

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Trade access increases Trade agreements are key to greater market access. New Zealand has been the benchmark for successful market access by achieving bilateral trade agreements with numerous countries. There were no tariffs on New Zealand beef shipped to China last year. Australia has been able to successfully complete free trade agreements with Japan, South Korea and China, so tariffs have immediately started to come down. The Trans-Pacific Partnership deal is critical for the agriculture sectors in North America, they said. The agreement will be officially signed in New Zealand Feb. 8, but the U.S. Congress must then agree, and that may not happen until after the November federal elections. Exporters such as the U.S. need to look at the success of countries like Australia, which can offer traceability as well as hormone and ractopamine-free beef. When a new opportunity opens, Australia is there. The country has been quick to take advantage of the growing Chinese taste for beef. Australian exports to China have increased by 360 percent since 2013. Trade in this region can be a complicated proposition. China develops taste for beef

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Chinese beef imports are rising, with Uruguay and Australia the main beneficiaries of the new access, said Costello. Official imports were minimal from 2009-12, but Hong Kong and Vietnam imported considerable amounts of beef from a variety of sources, which was probably redistributed to China. “When you look at how much they import, particularly from India, there is just no way they can eat that much beef,” said Costello. China has been more open to beef imports since 2013. Numerous cases of food fraud have scandalized the public, so imports are

often viewed as safer. Most recently, it was discovered that rat meat was being sold as beef and mutton, said Costello. Rabobank predicts China will be the largest beef importer within this decade, but it is not wide open. It imports 20 percent of its beef requirements with the majority coming from Australia Argentina, Brazil, Canada, New Zealand and Uruguay. “We thought it would be an open door to everybody. That simply has not been the case,” said Close. However, Australia is facing cutbacks in its beef supply because of a massive herd liquidation following two years of drought. The national herd expanded to 30 million head from 2010-12 when rain was plentiful, but drought has now forced producers to cut back to 25 million head. Slaughter numbers are down, so less beef will be offered for the next three to five years. However, the country will continue to export 70 percent of its beef. South America Brazil and Argentina are expected to start exporting fresh and frozen beef to the United States later this year. Canada has already said it will accept Argentine beef. Brazil is in growth mode with 200 million head of cattle. Last year it exported 1.7 million tonnes of beef, and by 2023 exports could increase by another million tonnes, said Close. Corn production is also up, and Brazil is expected to start placing more cattle in feedlots every year. Ten percent of the herd goes on feed into lots with 2,000 to 20,000 head capacity. The cattle are fed for shorter periods of 90 days, said Close. More beef will be available for sale, although most will still be raised on extensive pasture systems. Many of the cattle carry Nelore influence, so the beef is a different quality than British or Continental breeds. Brazil is cost competitive, with abundant feed supplies, low labour costs and a weak currency. “Can they beat us on price? I think they probably will,” said Close. Uruguay is expected to reduce its herd numbers because of oversupply. It is also starting to increase its fed beef production and is building a strong customer base in China, the U.S., Israel, Chile and the European Union. The European quota system requires exports of beef from cattle younger than 30 months that are fed a grain diet for 100 days before slaughter. As a result, Uruguay is expected to expand its feeding sector. India is the world’s largest exporter of beef, but the meat is derived from water buffalo and trades at a 30 to 50 percent discount to other beef. This market is expected to stay the same or grow. Close said it is hard to determine what is happening in India. The government does not provide many statistics in terms of bovine numbers, processing or internal religious disagreements over the processing of beef. barbara.duckworth@producer.com

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CANFAX REPORT FED CATTLE STRONGER

FEEDERS MIXED

The Canfax weighted average steer price was $178.93 per hundredweight, up $1.62, and heifers were $178.20, up $3.20. Most sales went to one Alberta packer and will be delivered within two weeks. American buyer interest was light, helping to explain a pull back in bids from Wednesday to Thursday. The weaker prices have cattle staying on feed longer with many yearlings on feed for 150-180 days. Carcass weights remain heavy, but cattle are grading exceptionally well for the time of year. Prime and AAA as a percent of all A grades was almost 67 percent compared to about 58 percent last year. One Alberta plant has been operating only four days a week since the start of the year, likely in a strategy to build market-ready supply and to keep cooler inventories lean. Western Canadian weekly fed slaughter volumes have yet to surpass 30,000 head, but exports are up over last year.

Average steer prices were mostly steady, while heifer prices rose more than $2 per cwt. Stocker and feeder demand was mixed. Calves lighter than 600 lb. rose and feeders heavier than 800 lb. fell. Feedlots are fairly full, and U.S. buyer interest is lackluster. Auction volume rose 27 percent to 28,446 head. Weekly exports to Jan. 16 were only 406 head. The year’s exports are down 80 percent at 1,819 head. The Alberta feeder basis is strong, which is limiting exports. Calf prices usually strengthen toward spring, while feeders heavier than 700 lb. typically trend lower until February or March. The softer summer fed market could potentially pressure prices for larger yearlings.

SLAUGHTER COWS DOWN D1, D2 cows ranged $100-$115 per cwt. to average $107.70, down $2.88. D3s ranged $88-$105 to average $96.29, down $1.31. Rail grade cows were $210-$215 delivered. Butcher bulls dipped $1.70 average $132.69. Weekly non-fed slaughter in the West to Jan. 23 rose to 8,077 head. Slaughter is up one percent this year. Weekly exports to Jan. 16 rose 10 percent at 5,302 but are down 19 percent for the year.

BEEF WEAKENS Beef demand is normally slow this time of year. The Choice cutout fell $3.54 to US$220.12 per cwt. and Select fell $4.25 to $215.43. Cutouts typically hit bottom midFebruary before spring demand picks up. Canadian prices were unavailable. This cattle market information is selected from the weekly report from Canfax, a division of the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association. More market information, analysis and statistics are available by becoming a Canfax subscriber by calling 403-275-5110 or at www.canfax.ca.

A farmer removes weeds from his wheat field in Upleta town in the western state of Gujarat, India, late last month. India’s prime minister recently met with food and farm officials to address falling agricultural production and rising prices, and traders warn the country will soon be a net buyer of some key commodities for the first time in years. | REUTERS/AMIT DAVE PHOTO LENTILS AND PEAS

Indian weather improves, but pulse demand to stay strong MARKET WATCH

WP LIVESTOCK REPORT HOGS UP Prices rose as supplies tightened as they normally do this time of year. Pork prices rose, helping improve packer profit margins. Packers might have increased buying to assure supply ahead of an expected winter storm in the U.S. Plains and Midwest. Iowa-Minnesota hog weights for the week ended Jan. 23 averaged 284.6 pounds, down .7 lb. from the previous week and 1.5 lb. from a year ago. Iowa-southern Minnesota hogs delivered were US$44.50-$45.00 per hundredweight Jan. 29, up from $41.50-$42.50 Jan 21. U.S. hogs averaged $59.92 on a carcass basis Jan 29, up from than $52.79 Jan. 21. The U.S. pork cutout was $77.01 per cwt. Jan 29, up from $75.29 Jan 21. T h e e s t i m a t e d U. S. w e e k l y slaughter for the week to Jan. 29 was 2.328 million, up from 2.315 million the previous week. Slaughter was 2.240 million last year at the same time.

BISON EDGE HIGHER The Canadian Bison Association said Grade A bulls in the desirable weight range sold at prices up to C$6 per pound hot hanging weight. U.S. buyers are offering US$4.25 with returns dependent on exchange rates, quality and export costs.

Grade A heifers sold up to C$5.75. American buyers are offering US$4.10. Animals outside the desirable buyer specifications may be discounted.

SHEEP STEADY Beaver Hill Auction in Tofield, Alta., reported that 734 sheep and 53 goats sold Jan. 25. Wool lambs lighter than 54 lb. were $230-$255 per cwt., 55-69 lb. were $243-$270, 70-85 lb. were $215-$250, 86-105 lb. were $147$220 and 106 lb. and heavier were $123-$170. Wool rams were $90-$115 per cwt. Cull ewes were $85-$124. Hair lambs lighter than 54 lb. were $210-$240 per cwt., 55-69 lb. were $220-$255, 70-85 lb. were $200-$235, 86-105 lb. were $140$213 and 106 lb. and heavier were $120-$162. Hair rams were $84-$95 per cwt. Feeder kids lighter than 60 lb. were $205-$235. Good kid goats lighter than 70 lb. were $220-$270. Those heavier than 70 lb. were $220-$260 per cwt. Nannies were $127.50-$186 per cwt. Billies were $132.50-$180. Ontario Stockyards Inc. reported 1,085 sheep and lambs and 26 goats traded Jan. 25. New crop lambs, sheep and goats sold steady. Most heavy lambs sold barely steady with lambs heavier than 110lb. and sold $10-$20 cwt. lower.

D’ARCE McMILLAN

ndia’s winter crop had better weather in January than it did in December. A w a r m d r y Nov e m b e r a n d December, following a below average summer monsoon, reduced seeded acreage and had farmers worried about the winter crop. However, the temperature cooled in January and there were showers, reducing the stress level on crops, although rain was generally less than average for the month. On the other hand, it is the dry season and so normal rainfall is minimal this time of year anyway. Indian agriculture minister Radha Mohan Singh forecast Jan. 30 that winter wheat production could surpass last year’s disappointing 88.9 million tonnes, which was down from a record 95.9 million the previous year. Last year,

dry weather and rain at harvest hurt production and quality. Total pulse production last year was 17.2 million tonnes, down from 19.8 million in 2013-14 and 18.3 million in 2012-13. This year’s summer crop struggled under the monsoon rain shortfall. A big question for the new winter crop is how hot it will get this month after the relief in January. India is in the Northern Hemisphere but is a lot closer to the equator than Canada, so its winter temperatures are warm by Canadian standards. Much of the pulse production occurs in the west-central area of the country in the states of Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra and Rajasthan. Bhopal, the capital of Madhya Pradesh, has a daily average high temperature of 25 C in January. February highs warm to 28 C on average. February can sometimes get warmer with temperatures up in the 30s, which can stress growing crops. However, India’s Meteorological Department forecasts favourable weather in February and March. Seeding appears to have come to

its conclusion for the season. Wheat area is down 4.2 percent from this point last year, but the hope that weather from now until harvest will be favourable is the basis for the hope that this year’s crop will top last year’s disappointing harvest. Seeded winter pulse area is 34.37 million acres, down 2.7 percent from last year and down 6.2 percent from the five-year average. Even if pulse yields also turn out to be a little better than last year, it means production should again fall well short of demand and large imports from Canada and other exporters are mostly guaranteed. The strong pulse prices this year in Canada are mostly driven by the heavy exports to help feed India’s 1.24 billion people. Canadian lentil exports to India totalled 692,158 tonnes in the first four months of the crop year (August-November), more than double the pace of the previous year when 277,092 tonnes moved in that period. Pea exports total 692,037 tonnes, up eight percent. darce.mcmillan@producer.com Follow D’Arce McMillan on Twitter @darcemcmillan.

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CRAIG’S VIEW

EXCESSIVE BUREAUCRACY

Gov’t must design regulations from business perspective

pplying a pair of sharp scissors to valuable role in ensuring public safety, government red tape could do protecting the environment, promoting small wonders for an economy orderly development and generating the still struggling with a lack of business con- information needed for effective functionfidence and weak commodity prices. ing of government and markets. Just as Temple Grandin revolutionized It is a hassle to fill out forms and answer the design of livestock handling facilities surveys, but in the big picture this work by viewing them through the eye of the often yields great benefits to society. One animals, governments could take a busi- need only visit less developed countries to ness view of regulations, slicing through see how people suffer when governments frustrating bureaucracy and cutting time are weak and ineffective, leading to corand expense spent on paperwork that ruption, inequality and lack of services. could be reallocated to better use. A balance is needed when developing Red tape reduction is good at any time, regulation, and governments in Canada but now, when economic stimulus is are taking notice. The federal government needed and government resources are and many provinces have instituted red stretched thin, the benefits of streamlined tape reduction policies. regulation are needed more than ever. For example, a federal government poliThe Canadian Federation of Indepen- cy has forced enumeration of all the regudent Business promotes Red Tape Aware- lations that impose a paper burden — you ness Week each January, arguing that can’t reduce what you don’t know about while regulation is often necessary, silly — and instituted a one-for-one rule where rules, excessive paperwork, confusing a regulation must be removed each time a language and poor customer service make new one is introduced. regulation worse than it needs to be. This helps reinforce the primary considBy its calculation, red tape costs Cana- eration: is this regulation the best way to da’s economy $37 billion a year and sug- reach the desired goal? And when it is, gests about 30 percent, or $11 billion, those affected should be consulted early in could be eliminated without hurting the rule making process. human health, safety or the environment. Generally, governments on all levels It is eyebrow raising that for CFIB agricul- would learn from Grandin’s great insight ture members, regulation and paper bur- when designing livestock facilities: focus den consistently ranks as a top burden, on the cow’s experience, or in this case, the bigger than taxes or shortage of qualified experience of those who must fill out the labour. forms. Its survey shows that 76 percent of CFIB She walks through the chutes and alleys, farmer members cite red tape as a serious taking it all in from the cow’s point of view. issue, compared to 69 percent for other In the same way, regulation should be business sectors. designed from the business point of view, Agricultural members see problems not the bureaucrat’s. with a host of government bureaucracies This way, government can clip the burand rules, such as the Canada Revenue eaucratic tape binding farmers and busiAgency, Canada Border Services Agency, nesses, freeing them to innovate and invest. Canadian Food Inspection Agency, Statistics Canada, land use restrictions and Bruce Dyck, Terry Fries, Barb Glen, Brian MacLeod bylaws and product labeling. and D’Arce McMillan collaborate in the writing of Don’t get us wrong. Regulation has a Western Producer editorials.

PULSE RESEARCH

It really wasn’t about the money. This was more about principle and trying to do the right thing for the seed industry than it was about dollars and cents. ALLISON AMMETER, ALBERTA PULSE CHAIR PAGE 3

FARM POLICY

New agriculture committee has one Prairie member CAPITAL LETTERS

KELSEY JOHNSON

nly two familiar faces were expected to be on the House of Commons’ agriculture committee when it reconvened Feb. 3 to elect a new chair. Former committee chair and Conservative MP Bev Shipley, a retired dairy farmer, and NDP agriculture critic Ruth Ellen Brosseau are the only returning committee members. Their reappointment means there are eight new members on the committee, which is the epicentre for agricultural policy discussion on Parliament Hill. There are 10 members on the

committee: six Liberals, of whom one will likely be named chair, three Conservatives and one NDP. Given the Liberals’ small rural caucus, there had been some quiet curiosity in recent weeks about who the party would choose to put on it. There was some expectation that one of the handful of farmers in the Liberal caucus, including former agriculture critic Mark Eyking, a former produce farmer, and New Brunswick egg producer T.J. Harvey, would be named to the committee, given their connection to the industry. Not the case. Neither one was named to the committee, despite speculation that Eyking stood a good chance of being named chair. Instead, the Liberals have opted to put Eyking on the international trade committee, where he will face off against Conservative trade critic Gerry Ritz, the former minister of agriculture. For his part, Harvey has been named a member of both the natural resources and

public accounts committees. So, who did make it onto the agriculture committee? On the government side, the Liberals have chosen two Maritime MPs (Alaina Lockhart and Pat Finnigan), two Ontario MPs (Lloyd Longfield and Francis Drouin), an MP from Quebec (Pierre Breton) and an MP from British Columbia (Joe Peschisolido). Finnigan, an agrologist and selfdescribed son of a farmer, appears to be the only one to have a background in agriculture. Lockhart is a businessperson who has run her own bridal shop since 2004. While her grandparents were dairy farmers — an operation that has since been taken over by h e r u n c l e — L o c k ha r t i s n o t involved in the farm. Lockhart admitted she faced a bit of a learning curve on the file but emphasized that agriculture issues such as succession planning and labour routinely came up during the election campaign. The heart of

New Brunswick’s dairy industry is located in her riding. Having a riding in a rural, agriculture dependent region appears to be a common thread among the Liberal membership. For instance, Drouin, a communications consultant, defeated former Conservative parliamentary secretary for agriculture Pierre Lemieux in the dairy-heavy riding of GlengarryPrescott-Russell, located 45 minutes outside of Ottawa. Meanwhile, Longfield, who works as a mechanical engineering technologist, hails from Guelph, Ont., one of the epicentres for farming and agricultural research in Canada. It’s not the first time the Liberal MP from Guelph has been named to the committee. Before Eyking’s appointment as critic in 2013, the position had been held by now retired Guelph MP Frank Valeriote from 2011-13. Breton, who represents the riding of Shefford, holds a degree in busi-

ness administration, although his online biography also states he chaired the local Granby board of director’s zoology committee. Peschisolido, who previously served as MP for Richmond in 2000, is a lawyer by trade and specializes in corporate, commercial, real estate and immigration law. The Conservatives have also named new committee members, although their appointments are less of a surprise. As expected, both Conservative agriculture critic Chris Warkentin, who grew on a family grain farm east of Grande Prairie, Alta, and deputy agriculture critic Jaques Gourde, a Quebec farmer and hay exporter, are both on the agriculture committee. Warkentin is now the only prairie MP on the agriculture committee. The committee was scheduled to meet Feb. 1 and Feb. 3. Kelsey Johnson is a reporter with iPolitics, www.ipolitics.ca.

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he Trans-Pacific Partnership’s Investor State Dispute S ettlement mechanism gives foreign corporations the right to sue our government if they believe their future profits will be reduced as a result of democratically enacted measures. While ISDS puts a chill on public interest regulation, the TPP also has more insidious ways of overturning democratic decisionmaking and imposing a corporate-friendly agenda. One is its attack on our supply management system. Supply management is a Canadian innovation that ensures farmers do not need subsidies to stay in business and our population has enough dairy, eggs and poultry. It is built upon three pillars: import controls, cost-of-production pricing to farmers and producer discipline to ensure that enough, but not too much, is produced. If the TPP is ratified, the border will be opened wider, increasing imports, primarily from the United States. The implications for the dairy sector are severe. The TPP would immediately allow imports equal to 3.25 percent of Canada’s current fresh milk supply, with increases of one percent (compounding) per year for the next 18 years. Eighty percent of these milk imports must be processed in Canada and would likely be mixed with Canadian milk. Imported U.S. milk may contain synthetic bovine growth hormone (rBGH). This drug was banned for use in Canadian dairy herds in the late 1990s through the efforts of citizens, scientists, dairy farmers

The TPP would allow imports of fresh milk and protein milk components and cause surpluses in some products, says the author. | FILE PHOTO and the Senate. The ban is based on clear evidence that the drug increases disease and suffering of cows. It is more difficult to assess human health effects from drinking milk from cows given rBGH, but many consumers remain wary. The TPP includes a commitment for Canada and the U.S. to discuss their dairy food safety rules with a view to harmonization. If the TPP is adopted, the difference between Canadian and U.S. milk will be diluted and potentially disappear. The North American Free Trade Agreement opened Canada’s doors to high protein milk components produced in the U.S., and the TPP would now remove all tariffs on U.S. whey after 10 years. This would also allow New Zealand to increase dairy exports to the U.S. and result in more dumping of excess U.S. milk protein into Cana-

da, which causes a number of problems. Butter is popular again after decades of being blamed for high cholesterol. In the 1970s, the dairy sector had to adjust production to avoid creating butterfat surpluses. Margarine with trans fats is now seen as the unhealthy choice, and consumers are switching back to butter and whole milk. Dairy now faces a structural milk protein surplus, and the cost of removing surplus protein components eats into farmers’ returns for milk. Processors have new ways to separate proteins from fluid milk, which they market as milk protein isolates. MPIs are added to certain dairy products to increase yields. Separating milk components and then processing, storing and transporting them to reintroduce them in other food is a drastic departure

from fairly simple fermenting or cultivating whole milk into butter, cheese, yogurt and quark. The practice may ultimately undermine consumers’ confidence. Processors can import MPIs tariff-free, and because of the worldwide structural surplus, they are cheap. This leaves dairy farmers in Canada with even more surplus skim milk powder and higher costs to get rid of it, which puts pressure on the farmgate price. As a result, the TPP reduces dairy farmer incomes by exacerbating the butter-protein imbalance and taking away a portion of our domestic fluid milk market. Our system ensures milk is produced and processed in every province, within a reasonable distance from farmers and consumers. More intense, capital intensive processing to make protein components with longer shelf life would promote larger, centralized plants and eliminate dairy farming in less populated regions, such as the Maritimes and Vancouver Island. A vicious circle would ensue, eroding supply management and concentrating production and processing. Supply management is a treasure of Canada’s agriculture policy and the envy of dairy farmers around the world who suffer with price volatility, debt, uncertain markets and unfair contracts. The TPP should not be cheered just because it might have been even worse. Jan Slomp is president of the National Farmers Union. Formerly an Alberta dairy farmer, he now farms near Courtney, B.C.

CHOOSING YOUR OPTIONS

Seeding: fast and furious or slow and meticulous? HURSH ON AG

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ome farmers treat seeding like a track meet, a race against the clock to get the crop in the ground? Others proceed without as much intensity, taking time to make sure it’s done right and maybe even trying new crops or practices? Both approaches have their advantages and disadvantages with most of us somewhere between the extremes. Seeding capacity is paramount in the track meet approach: how long does it take to fill up the seed cart and is there any way to shave a few minutes? Just as pit crews at the

racetrack need to be fast and efficient, the seeding outfit needs to keep rolling. Some analysts challenge farms to seed around the clock. If you aren’t doing that, they suggest that you examine what needs to be done to make 24 hours feasible. The seeding outfit is expensive and needs to cover the maximum number of acres to keep the investment cost per acre reasonable. How many acres are being seeded per foot of drill? While some farms cover 50 acres or less in a season, others are much higher than 100. Efficiency certainly matters, particularly with large farms covering big acres with expensive seeders, but there are drawbacks to this approach. Employees and family members can burn out. Seeding mistakes are more likely. Driving into the edge of a slough in the middle of the night can end up costing a lot of time. Farms that focus on capacity are likely to grow fewer crops because

switching from one to another costs time. If they decide to grow a new crop, they’re likely to try more than just a small field. However, there is also lots of advice about slowing down at seeding to make sure the job is done well. You should be checking your seeding depth often and adjusting when necessary. Blockage monitors are handy devices, but it’s best to crawl under the drill at regular intervals to manually check the runs. If you’re in a region where clubroot is a concern, the soil should be removed from the openers before you move to the next field. On-farm trials are often promoted as a way to evaluate whether a particular product or practice is viable on your operation. It’s a great idea, but doing it right usually takes time, particularly if the trial is replicated several times to make the results more meaningful. Not running the seeder through the night could make it more feasi-

ble to employ semi-retired workers or students. It might also put less strain on family dynamics. There may be limited ability for an operation that’s already at maximum capacity to push harder in a spring with more weather delays than normal. Everyone has to find their own equilibrium, and many factors become part of the equation: acres farmed, employee ability, equipment investment, crop mix, available technology, weather issues and family considerations. Like most jobs, the options for seeding boil down to fast, good and cheap, but you only get to pick two of the three. If you choose fast and good, it probably won’t be cheap. If you choose good and cheap, it probably won’t be as fast. If you choose fast and cheap, good is likely to suffer. Kevin Hursh is an agricultural journalist, consultant and farmer. He can be reached by e-mail at kevin@hursh.ca.

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ascha-Kate Marskell’s tale in last week’s Western Producer about being mauled by a 1,740 pound cow was a riveting read. You couldn’t help but imagine the terror on the farm at that moment, with the cow’s hoofs on her back holding her down. Fortunately, Sascha-Kate survived that incident and recovered from nasty injuries. (For those who missed it, the stor y can be found at bit.ly/20Cjfhu.) She continues to work in the cattle business, but she offers her story as a reminder to others about the dangers of letting your guard down for even a moment. The story reminded me of my younger days, in the town of St. Bruno, near Montreal. I was just a lad in grade school in the late 1960s, having moved to Canada f r o m S c o t l a n d . My r o u t e t o school every day allowed me to cut a few minutes off the halfhour walk by cutting across Jetty’s cow pasture. The first few times, a kid that age doesn’t think twice about climbing a barbed-wire fence and looking over the cows in the field with curiosity. Nor does he really understand what it means when they turn and stare at him, until the herd starts to move, all at once, in the same direction. His direction. I can still vividly remember being shocked the first time it happened, and just as frightened every time thereafter. I was never a long-distance runner, but man could I sprint. I can also still hear the rustling of the tall grass as the herd’s walk in my direction turned into a determined gait, then a hurried stride. That thudding of the hoofs and rustling grass might be de rigueur for farmers, but to a kid they are the signal to hoof it. You’d think after a few times I would have learned not to cut across the farm. Nope. Sometimes, I’d jump up on that fence so fast I’d slam my hands into the barbs. That didn’t hurt as much as I figured being caught by the cows would. Around the same time, a friend who was working with horses lost a year of school after being kicked in the bowel. I learned young that big animals mean business when they decide that humans are in their way. brian.macleod@producer.com

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AG MINISTER’S OFFICE

Chief of staff appointment raises conflict issues BY KAREN BRIERE REGINA BUREAU

Alberta Conservative MP Chris Warkentin is calling on the federal agriculture minister and his chief of staff to appear before the House of Commons’ agriculture committee to answer questions about a possible conflict of interest. The committee was named last week and was scheduled to elect a chair at its first meeting Feb. 3. Warkentin, a committee member who represents Grande PrairieMackenzie, said federal minister Lawrence MacAulay and his chief of staff, Mary Jean McFall, must answer questions about McFall’s appointment.

McFall unsuccessfully ran for the Liberals in last fall’s election and has a direct family connection to Canada’s largest egg producer, Burnbrae Farms. According to some published estimates, the family owns $140 million worth of egg quota. Warkentin said this could put McFall in direct conflict when it comes to discussions about supply management. In particular, there is the compensation package announced by the previous Conservative government for supply-managed sectors affected by the Trans-Pacific Partnership, should it be ratified. “We are asking for minister MacAulay, as well as Mary Jean

McFall, to come to committee to explain how his new chief of staff will comply with ethics requirements,” Warkentin said. No one from MacAulay’s office responded to a request for an interview. In an email McFall sent to the Financial Post, she said she would meet with the Office of the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner to make sure she avoids conflicts or the perception of conflict. Warkentin said an appearance before the committee would reassure Canadians that McFall has indeed taken the required steps. He agreed that it’s important for MacAulay to have people in his

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ing this type of job. I just think she happens to be one of them. I think the minister would be well served by someone who more closely represented the average family farm.” All the House committees were named last week and are now electing chairs and getting down to business following the election. Key for the agriculture and transport committees will be the Canada Transportation Act review. Saskatchewan and Manitoba are not represented on the agriculture committee, leaving Warkentin the lone prairie voice. Other members include: Liberals: Pierre Breton of the Shefford riding in Quebec, Francis Drouin of Glengarry-PrescottRussell in Ontario, Pat Finnigan of Miramichi-Grand Lake in New Brunswick, Alaine Lockhart of Fundy Royal in New Brunswick, Lloyd Long field of Guelph in Ontario and Joe Peschisolido of Steveston-Richmond East in British Columbia. Conservatives: Jacques Gourde of Levis-Lotbiniere in Quebec, Bev Shipley, a former chair, of Lambton-Kent-Middlesex in Ontario. NDP: Ruth Ellen Brosseau of Berthier-Maskinonge in Quebec. Trade committee Former Conservative agriculture minister Gerry Ritz, from Battlefords-Lloydminster in Saskatchewan, was named to the international trade committee, along with his Prince Albert counterpart Randy Hoback and Dave Van Kesteren from Chatham-Kent-Leamington in Ontario. Liberal members of the trade committee include former agriculture critic Mark Eyking of SydneyVictoria in Nova Scotia, Sukh Dhaliwal of Surrey-Newton in B.C., Peter Fonseca of Mississauga EastCooksville in O ntario, Linda Lapointe of Riviere-des-Mille-Iles in Quebec, Karen Ludwig of New Brunswick Southwest and Kyle Peterson of Newmarket-Aurora in Ontario. The NDP member is Tracey Ramsey from the riding of Essex in Ontario.

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INTERNATIONAL AID

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Ethiopia will need millions in aid

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ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (Reuters) — The drought relief effort in Ethiopia needs about US$500 million to fund programs beyond the end of April to support 10.2 million people facing critical food shortages this year, according to the United Nations’ World Food Program. Ethiopia is battling one of its worst droughts in decades that in parts of the country eclipses the 1984 crisis, when rain failures and conflict caused famine that killed an estimated one million people. This time, the Horn of Africa nation is at peace and has an economy that has grown rapidly for more than a decade, helping the government put in place agriculture, health and social programs to build resilience against lean periods. But the scale of this drought, blamed on the El Nino weather phenomenon, is even overwhelming those measures. “We are really on the cliff’s edge as we speak,” said WFP country director John Aylieff, adding that the $500 million had to be raised by the end of February so resources could be in place by the end of April. “It’s a really tall order for donors to suddenly mobilize the immense amount of resources needed for the Ethiopian crisis this year. I would also say it is a tall order for the mother in the highlands of Ethiopia to watch her children waste away.” The government, WFP and a group of charities such as Save the Children are working on the relief effort. The government is already spending about $300 million and other funds have come from the United States, Canada, European states and others. About $38 million was committed this week, the WFP said. But more is needed when international aid budgets are stretched by crises such as the Syria conflict. An estimated $1.4 billion is expected to be spent in 2016 to cover relief food and other requirements in Ethiopia. But some experts say that estimate may prove inadequate, after rains failed in 2015 and with the 2016 outlook unclear. Ethiopia has tried to prepare for such times, given 80 percent of its people rely on farming. One initiative is the Productive Safety Net Programme, which helps 7.9 million people deemed to be chronically food insecure by providing food or cash transfers in return for community works. Now an additional 10.2 million are struggling. The government has dug into strategic food reserves, but the cost of the effort is a major burden for a nation, which is still one of the poorest per capita in Africa despite a fast growing economy. Aylieff said the relief effort had stabilized the situation from August when there was a spike in new cases of malnutrition, with 43,000 children admitted for treatment for severe acute malnutrition in a single month. “Unless we can sustain a solid relief response in Ethiopia, we risk going back to a situation of spiking severe acute malnutrition,” he said.

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’ve been around the internet and newspapers long enough to remember what a fundamental shift it was when we began to foster conversations both with and among our readers about the stories we produce. Seems at least some of those conversations weren’t all they were cracked up to be.

Recently, a number of media outlets have moved to either ban completely, or at the least limit, anonymous commenting on the stories posted to their respective websites. Canada’s largest newspaper, the Toronto Star, is the most recent to join these ranks. “In principle, I love the idea of news as a conversation. But clearly, news organizations need to find a better way to keep the conversation out of the gutter,” wrote the Toronto Star’s Kathy English barely a year after the paper opened its stories to readers’ comments. Now, we here at the WP are not planning on removing a reader’s ability to comment on our stories online any time soon. In fact, we’ve gone to consider-

able lengths to make sure the discussion remains relatively focused on the issue at hand, maintains decorum and keeps readers’ comments as civil as possible. The primary way by which we accomplish this is through the use of a moderator, usually me. I typically read and, where necessary edit, every comment posted to the WP site before deciding whether it meets our criteria of what makes a comment worthy of being shared with our readers. Those criteria are quite simple: is the comment free of foul language or any possible legal issues (you can’t just write “so-and-so is a thief…”), is it pertinent to the issue at hand, and does it add something, anything, to the debate?

If those criteria are met, voila, your comment is published. Now this is not to say that our comments don’t get a little heated at times. We have readers that are passionate about many facets of all issues facing modern agriculture, and this can make my job very challenging. When the decision was made to close the anonymous commenting on articles on the Popular Science website two years ago (they were among the first to do so), one of their writers justified the move by noting, “even a fractious minority wields enough power to skew a reader’s perception of a story.” For now, however, we think we’ve taken the necessary steps to keep our online comments both alive and vital — the rest is up to you.

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A group of farmers who organized a convoy of trucks to haul grain 100 kilometres to honour a friend say they were only doing what he would have done. Matthew Frere, 22, of Trochu, Alta., died in a snowmobile accident Jan. 16 near his farm. Frere, the main truck driver on the family farm, had been contracted to haul 419 tonnes of malting barley to the Rahr Malting plant at Alix before he died. Knowing how busy it would be after the funeral, a group of friends and neighbours got together to haul the grain for the family, said neighbour Norris Hogg. “Matt would have been the first one to do something for someone else,” said Hogg. “He was a real community involved person. He believed in helping out.” Hogg said Frere often stopped by the yard with a snowplow to keep the yard clean, just to be neighbourly. Tyler Leischner, a friend and cousin of Frere, said the convoy of 12 trucks was their way of grieving and honouring Frere. “It was a way for us to grieve, too,” said Leischner. The dozen trucks pulled out of the family’s Simber Farms yard early on the morning of Jan. 25 and drove in a tight convoy to Alix. “It was pretty surreal with all these guys together with the idea of helping him,” said Hogg. “The people at Rahr were awestruck.” After delivering the grain, the drivers hung around and shared stories about Frere. Although Frere was young, he had taken on a large role in the family farm, doing a lot of the spraying, marketing and trucking, said Hogg. “It’s pretty neat that people will band together in these times. I love living in a small community,” he said. Frere leaves his parents, Bernard and Simonne, and four siblings. mary.macarthur@producer.com

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THE BIG STARE DOWN

MISCONCEPTIONS

Consumers need truth about farming When their Garden of Eden image is shattered they feel deceived and blame farmers BY ED WHITE WINNIPEG BUREAU

Consumers don’t start out disliking farmers. But farmers can end up being seen as the bad guys when consumers are led to believe in a romanticized version of farming and then suddenly see the underlying commercial reality, an expert on consumer misperceptions of food told Keystone Agricultural Producers’ annual meeting. “They feel deceived. They feel confused,” said Alan Levinovitz, a religion professor at James Madison University in Virginia. “You become the villain.” Levinovitz, who wrote The Gluten Lie to challenge commonly held consumer misperceptions about gluten, sugar, carbohydrates and fat, argues that consumers have become alarmed by many harmless aspects of food, such as gluten and genetically modified organisms, because they are worried about their health and are vulnerable to simple answers. Compounding the problem is the romantic notion of farming, which comes not only from portrayals of primitive, pre-modern farming in books and movies but also from the hokey farm images peddled in food product packaging. Levinovitz said images of idyllic red barns and tiny farms clash with realities of the large-scale production and hard-nosed business that actually produce affordable food. Romanticized images about farming are nothing new, Levinovitz said. The Garden of Eden has represented a perfect time for centuries, and some associate that with farming. But the reality, Levinovitz said, was that the hardscrabble life of farming was almost a curse placed on humanity after the sin of eating the apple from the tree of knowledge. Humans were driven out of the garden and forced to undertake backbreaking farming to survive. Having to farm was a punishment for having sinned. Images of farming in the developing world are also often false portrayals of reality, Levinovitz said, with comfortable westerners assuming poor rural life is pure and wholesome. In fact, it is generally exhausting and sometimes a desperate struggle just to produce enough food to survive. Levinovitz said romantic stories and misleading images that hurt farmers are best countered by farmers offering up their own stories. People learn and understand through narrative. “You can tell different stories,” said Levinovitz. “Change the stories people tell by inserting yourselves.”

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Levinovitz said farmers can probably achieve more by simply showing what they do and what their farm is all about, through any modern medium, than by arguing against the false perceptions of farming. “You can push back against the false narratives” by showing a different story, but one that consumers will also feel comfortable with. ed.white@producer.com

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“The welfare of my animals is one of my highest priorities. If I don’t give my cows a high quality of life, they won’t grow up to be great cows.” – Andrew Campbell, Ontario

Safe food; animal welfare; sustainability; people care deeply about these things when they make food choices. And all of us in the agriculture industry care deeply about them too. But sometimes the general public doesn’t see it that way. Why? Because, for the most part, we’re not telling them our story and, too often, someone outside the industry is. The journey from farm to table is a conversation we need to make sure we’re a part of. So let’s talk about it, together. Visit AgMoreThanEver.ca to discover how you can help improve and create realistic perceptions of Canadian ag.

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STAFFING ISSUE

KAP delegates complain about lack of farm advisers, specialist in Man. ag department BY ED WHITE WINNIPEG BUREAU

Manitoba farmers are wondering if their provincial government’s agriculture department is becoming too short-staffed to adequately advise them. “There is no livestock specialist in the southwestern part of the province,” Bill Campbell of Minto, Man., said during a debate of the issue at Keystone Agricultural

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from the chemical company. They don’t use the ag reps,” he said. Provincial agriculture departments across the Prairies have transformed the roles of agronomists and other specialists advising farmers. Every region used to have a stable of advisers on all types of basic farm production, but most departments have since switched to highly specialized advisers focused on narrower ranges of

production areas. Agriculture department advisers tend to be further away from farmers in most areas but have more specialized skills in whatever they cover. Rob Brunel of Ste. Rose du Lac said he’d rather see the department review the best way to deliver technical advice to farmers than simply fill every vacant position. ed.white@producer.com

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PLANT GROWTH REGULATORS

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EDMONTON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Plant growth regulators probably have a role to play in western Canadian agriculture, say farmers familiar with the technology. However, it might take some time to figure out exactly what that role is. Producers attending FarmTech in Edmonton heard that plant growth regulators can boost harvested yields by as much as 20 percent under the right conditions. Tom Eppinga, a grower from Bon Accord, Alta., said his experience with the products has been positive. Eppinga applied Manipulator on CWRS wheat in 2013 and again in 2014. He thinks the product will be a good fit for his farm, particularly under high fertility, high rainfall conditions. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We really noticed that the crop stood up better, there was less disease and we had a really significant yield bump,â&#x20AC;? Eppinga said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The first time we used it, we kind of hit a home run.... We had a 20 percent yield bump.... The second time we used it, it was only maybe a five percent yield bump, but in a commercial setting that would still pay for itself. So the two times we used it, it was definitely profitable.â&#x20AC;? When applied properly, registered PGR products reduce plant height and produce crops with stronger straw and better standability. Under high fertility and high moisture growing conditions, the products will reduce lodging losses and result in higher harvested yields than crops that have not been treated. Improved standability also allows for more effective application of fungicides and reduces stress at harvest time. PGR products are used in Europe and are particularly well suited to crops such as durum, barley and spring wheat. A limited number of PGRs are registered in Canada. Manipulator, which is gaining interest among prairie growers, is approved for use on spring wheat, winter wheat and durum, but not on barley. In addition, maximum residue limits have yet to be established in some countries, most notably the United States. In the absence of an established MRL, Canadian wheat or durum that has been treated with Manipulator and is destined for U.S. markets could run into regulatory hurdles or marketing roadblocks. For that reason, Eppinga urged producers to check with grain companies about marketing issues before using any PGR products. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We went into 2015 thinking that there was going to be no problem, said Eppinga. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We talked to the big three grain merchants and they said it would be no problem, but then, come August, there was a bit of a pullback, so it was kind of good that it was a dry year and we didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t end up using it.â&#x20AC;Ś Going forward, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m going to make sure that I know where my markets are going to be before I use it.â&#x20AC;? Greg Stamp from Enchant, Alta.,

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contracts do not have restrictions related to PGRs. He said efforts are underway to

establish MRLs for Manipulator in the United States, but that process could take several months. In the meantime, growers who use the product should make sure they know where their markets are and seek assurances from their grain buyers that their crops will be accepted. In terms of functionality, Stamp said the products have proven to be a good fit for his farm, especially on irrigated acres. In addition to higher harvested yields, there is less stress on machines and machinery operators at harvest time. Application and efficacy of fungicides are also improved because the

crops are more upright and uniform. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Basically I would say that if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in a high moisture and a high fertility situation, then the PGRs might be for you and if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re growing a variety that is on the taller side or is a risk of lodging, then they (might be suitable) as well,â&#x20AC;? Stamp said. brian.cross@producer.com

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New stacked trait canola to take on tough weeds Bayer’s dual resistant hybrid will be limited to about 100,000 acres this year with full release in 2017 BY BRIAN CROSS SASKATOON NEWSROOM

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EDMONTON — Bayer has released a few more details about its new stacked trait hybrid canola variety that combines LibertyLink and Roundup Ready Genius traits in the same seed. The company officially launched its first InVigor Choice variety, LR250, Jan. 22. It’s the first canola variety to offer resistance to Liberty, a Group 10 herbicide, and glyphosate. The dual resistance will give farmers better post-emergent weed control options. Bayer manager James Humphris, who attended FarmTech to promote the new variety, said supplies will be available in a limited release this year, with a full release expected next year. “Our focus for year one, because it’s late, will be in the northern areas — northern Alberta and northern Saskatchewan — where predominantly cleavers are a big problem, and Canada thistle,” said Humphris. “Really, in year one, we’re probably looking at 50 to 100,000 acres. It’s quite a limited launch, so very limited availability of seed.” Humphris sad Bayer is in the process of contacting growers in target areas to see if they would be interested in trying the new variety. “We’re just reaching out to growers now to see if this is something they’re interested in ... is this something they’d like to try,” he said. “We think it’s a nice fit for them as an InVigor with an opportunity to be able to spray glyphosate.”

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Phil Thomas, an oilseed consultant and senior agronomist with Agri-Trend in Red Deer, said there will likely be significant farmer interest in the new variety. Growers in the black soil zone who are dealing with persistent weeds have been looking for a canola variety that combines InVigor yields and agronomics with glyphosate resistance. “From an overall standpoint, there’s not much of an advantage in switching from a LibertyLink variety to a Roundup LibertyLink variety unless you have some of those hard to control weeds, but if you do, then the Roundup fits in very nicely,” said Thomas. “It’s also a marketing thing. Bayer is competing with Roundup Ready varieties from other companies, so this puts them back into a niche in Western Canada.” Thomas said growers in many parts of the Prairies prefer InVigor

Bayer’s first InVigor Choice variety provides LibertyLink canola growers access to glyphosate resistance. | FILE PHOTO brands for their high yield potential, good standability and disease resistance packages. The new variety will combine t h o s e a g ro n o m i c t ra i t s w i t h glyphosate resistance. The package could also win over growers who are concerned about applying Liberty under less than perfect weather conditions within limited application windows. “We’ve had some problems in the past with Liberty in the province because you want to have nice sunny weather right after you put it on,” said Thomas. Thomas said many growers who typically choose Roundup resistant varieties may look at InVigor Choice varieties, based on yield potential and dual resistance. Darcy Sarafinchen, a canola grower from Lavoy, Alta., agreed. He said the new stacked trait variety will likely generate interest among growers who have persistent weed problems. Sarafinchen said he plans to try an InVigor Choice variety when a clubroot resistant option becomes available. Humphris said LR250 yielded 105 percent relative to checks in preregistration tests and 103 percent of 5440 based on data from 36 test sites. The variety will be entered into large scale producer trials this year. Bayer has other stacked trait varieties in the pipeline but will continue to focus most its energy on developing improved LibertyLink products, Humphris said. brian.cross@producer.com

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ABCs of getting enough zees What’s keeping children and adolescents from entering dreamland? BY BARB GLEN LETHBRIDGE BUREAU

It’s bedtime and the baby is crying. The toddler wants one more drink of water. The pre-schooler is worried about a monster under the bed. And the parents need sleep to prepare for another work day. Sleep issues? Sleep consultant Amanda Hudye says they are becoming more prevalent. The Saskatoon-based founder of SleepWell Baby works with children ages four months to eight years, and their parents, to address problems surrounding that simple and yet most prized activity — getting a good night’s sleep. “Sleep deprivation and not getting enough sleep is an epidemic… across North America,” said Hudye. “We really have to start focusing on our sleep, and sleep being a priority.” A Canadian Pediatric Society study published in 2012 indicated difficulties getting to sleep and staying asleep are experienced by 15 to 25 percent of children and adolescents. In a more recent study, 30 percent of parents said they have used overthe-counter medications to help their kids sleep. Many of these contain melatonin, which Health Canada considers a natural ingredient. However, the CPS noted there are few studies on the long-term effects of melatonin-based products on children and none on their use in babies. “We do know that parents that are giving melatonin … it’s a Band-Aid approach. It’s not getting to the root

Amanda Hudye of SleepWell Consulting in Saskatoon talks with her children, Poppy, 6, and Oliver, 4, before bedtime. Hudye says sleep deprivation is a widespread problem in North America and offers advice for parents trying to help their children get a better sleep. | WILLIAM DEKAY PHOTO of what’s going on,” said Hudye. “We would never recommend melatonin, ever, because we focus on behavioural challenges.” She has a list of tips to help parents help their children to sleep and one of the most important is to limit “screen time,” the children’s’ use of smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices. The blue light emitted by such devices tends to discourage sleep. “It’s very stimulating for us. It suppresses the secretion of melatonin, and melatonin is the hormone that our body naturally produces … to

help us stay asleep through the night,” said Hudye. “We know that blue light inhibits that production of melatonin so it’s harder for our kids to go to sleep and to stay asleep.” She recommends shutting down the devices at least one hour before bedtime, and then encouraging slow-paced activities such as baths and bedtime stories before sleep is expected. A second tip is to keep the bedroom dark, cool and quiet. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

SLEEPY TIME How much sleep do children need? It varies by age but the Canadian Paediatric Society makes the following recommendations: • Newborns (birth to 2 months): 16-18 hours per day, three to four hours at a time • Babies (2 to 6 months): 14-16 hours • Older babies (6 months to 1 year): 14 hours • Toddlers (1 to 3 years): 10-13 hours • Preschoolers (3 to 5 years): 10-12 hours • School-aged children (5-10 years): 10-12 hours Source: Canadian Paediatric Society

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Funds boost co-op movement Project designed to help tackle challenges in rural, aboriginal communities BY WILLIAM DEKAY SASKATOON NEWSROOM

Co-operative development in Western Canada took a leap forward Jan. 27 with the launch of Co-operatives First. A five-year, $5 million commitment from the Co-operative Retailing System will give start-up funding to the non-profit organization. Co-operatives First is the result of two years of research and $1 million from Federated Co-operatives Ltd. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This project aimed to study the needs of rural and aboriginal communities in Western Canada

and whether or not the co-operative model could help be a solution to some of the challenges in those communities,â&#x20AC;? said Scott Banda, chief executive officer of Federated. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We know that there are significant gaps in our rural communities and in our aboriginal communities.â&#x20AC;? However, Banda said there are also significant opportunities for co-operatives to be part of the solution. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Co-operatives First will provide and promote local solutions, create a co-operative development network across provincial bound-

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aries, across sectors and across business divisions,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We know innovative solutions come from communities. We understand that if people, at the local level, they know their problems, they know the challenges and their best position to find those solutions and to help address the problems they see. We want to help make those solutions a reality and to help make Western Canada a better place to live.â&#x20AC;? Banda said funding will be directed at four key areas: â&#x20AC;˘ generating increased awareness and understanding of the cooperative model as a solution â&#x20AC;˘ enhancing social and business capacity at the community level â&#x20AC;˘ co-ordinating co-operative development activities more effectively across provincial and community boundaries â&#x20AC;˘ supporting the start-up with human and financial resources to help begin new co-operatives The Centre for the Study of Cooperatives head-up the two year pilot project. Researchers contacted 649 communities, which represented 37 percent of rural and aboriginal communities in Western Canada. Within those communities, 2,025 members responded to telephone surveys. Across Western Canada, 26 meetings were held and 359 town and band administrators responded to web-based surveys. Twenty-three percent of rural respondents and 41 percent of aboriginal respondents said they did not know what a co-operative was. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What we found from this work is that co-operative development is feasible in rural and aboriginal communities across Western Canada,â&#x20AC;? said Murray Fulton, chair in co-operative governance and a professor at the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These communities have unmet needs that co-operatives could

The type of co-ops that Co-operatives First hopes to develop are expected to be different than the more traditional co-ops with which most western Canadians are now familiar. | FILE PHOTO address, and they have the business and social capacity necessary to build co-operatives.â&#x20AC;? It became clear to researchers that the new co-ops that will be started in rural and aboriginal communities will not be the same as those that were formed 75 to 100 years ago. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is not about retails and credit unions.â&#x20AC;Ś That aspect in rural and aboriginal communities has pretty much been taken care of,â&#x20AC;? said Fulton. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re seeing the new needs in completely new areas.â&#x20AC;?

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Research indicated that future co-ops must address needs in areas of health care, housing, industry and business development, community barriers and support services such as transportation, senior and youth services. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Some of the co-ops will involve collaboration between nearby rural and aboriginal communities, communities that have tradition-

CO-OPERATIVES FIRST PARTNERS â&#x20AC;˘ Federated Co-operatives Ltd. â&#x20AC;˘ University of Saskatchewanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre for the Study of Co-operatives, â&#x20AC;˘ Johnson Shoyame Graduate School of Public Policy, â&#x20AC;˘ International Centre for Northern Governance and Development, â&#x20AC;˘ Edwards School of Business Plunkett Foundation in the United Kingdom. ally gone their separate ways,â&#x20AC;? said Fulton. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think each community needs to figure out what their problem (need) is and what the best way is.â&#x20AC;? Fulton said the â&#x20AC;&#x153;one size fits allâ&#x20AC;? approach will not work and each community must have tailor-made ideas and solutions, which Cooperatives First can foster. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What is key is that Co-operatives First and the people in rural and aboriginal communities in Western Canada be open to new ideas about what co-operatives can do and that the members of new coops have the freedom to innovate and try these new ideas.â&#x20AC;? Co-operatives First is hosting nine community meetings this year to identify potential opportunities for development and collaboration. It plans to hold at least 125 community events by 2020. william.dekay@producer.com

ABCS OF GETTING ENOUGH ZEES Âť CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS PAGE Hudye discourages the use of night lights but if one is required, it should be out of the childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s direct line of sight. Machines producing white noise can be an aid to keep children asleep, but a fan or an air purifier that emits a steady sound can also be effective. Hudye recommends establishing a bedtime routine so children know what is expected and instinctively prepare their bodies for sleep. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Children really love consistency. They always push the boundaries but they love boundaries because that makes them feel very safe and secure.â&#x20AC;? A routine also makes it easy for Grandma or the babysitter to step in when needed. That shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t include requests to check for any monsters under the bed, added Hudye. Compliance sends the wrong message. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What we are doing is we are saying to the child, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;yes, there very well

may be a monster. Let me take a look.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really playing into their fear if weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re actually going and checking for something versus letting them know that everything is safe and that theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re safe and that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time for bed.â&#x20AC;? Setting a routine also gets around requests for that extra glass of water or bedtime snack. Hudye has a downloadable chart on her website that has one example of steps that can be taken leading up to sleep time; things like brushing teeth, bathing, putting on pajamas, reading or listening to music. Limiting a childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daytime naps in hopes that they will sleep better at night is not a good strategy, said Hudye. In fact, it can have the opposite effect because being overtired can induce stress, and with it the production of the stress hormone called cortisol. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s almost like a little shot of espresso. It kind of wakes them up and makes them wired.â&#x20AC;? It will then take that child longer to settle and reduces the chances

for a long, restorative sleep. The busy lives of both parents and children contribute greatly to sleep issues, said Hudye. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are a society that is just go go go go go and activities are being scheduled later into the night when we should be at home having time together with the family.â&#x20AC;? A good sleep regimen must be learned, she added. Children who donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t learn will often become adults with sleep issues or insomnia. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a vicious cycle. When weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not sleeping, our kids arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sleeping. We need to be role models, positive role models. When weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re getting the sleep that we need, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re able to thrive and not just survive and get by in our day.â&#x20AC;? What about those people who claim to need only four hours of sleep? Hudye said those people make up one to three percent of the population. That means â&#x20AC;&#x153;97 to 99 percent of us just canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t function on that amount of sleep.â&#x20AC;? barb.glen@producer.com

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Everyone loves fried rice. The key is to use day old or chilled rice and a screaming hot pan. Add any flavours you like, such as bacon, eggs or green onions. Dry, slightly sweet, pork-based Chinese sausages are available at Asian markets.

hinese food made at home is a fun family project for a weekend dinner. The key to success is in the preparation. Chop and measure all ingredients first. Set them out in order of use. Don’t begin cooking until this is completed. A wok is ideal, but if you don’t have one, use a cast iron pan or any heavy bottomed large pan. Heat is important. Have the pan smoking hot before adding oil and be ready to start tossing in all the other ingredients.

LO MEIN WITH CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES Mein is the Chinese word for noodles. Lo means tossed noodles and chow means fried noodles. Any combination of vegetables or meat can be used in this recipe. Soak dried shiitake mushrooms in hot water for about 20 minutes before using. 1/2 c. low-sodium 125 mL chicken stock 3 tbsp. low-sodium 45 mL soy sauce 2 tbsp. Chinese oyster sauce 30 mL 1/2 tsp. toasted sesame oil 3 mL 1 tsp. hot chili oil 5 mL 12 oz. lo mein noodles or any thin wheat egg noodle 1/4 c. vegetable oil 60 mL 8 dried shiitake mushrooms, rehydrated and stem removed 1 tbsp. finely chopped 15 mL fresh ginger 1 clove garlic, minced 3 green onions, finely sliced 1 large chicken breast, sliced into thin strips 1 head Chinese cabbage, finely sliced Make sauce by combining chicken stock, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil and chili oil. Set aside. Cook noodles in salted boiling water until just tender. Drain and set aside. Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet. Add mushrooms and cook until browned. Add ginger and garlic and cook until fragrant, about one minute. Add chicken and cook until it is done, about 5 minutes. Stir in cabbage and cook about one minute. Add noodles and stir to heat. Add sauce and stir in until it is absorbed and noodles are browned a bit. Serve immediately.

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Lo mein with chicken and vegetables makes a filling meal. | SARAH GALVIN PHOTO quarters. Add to stock. Add mushrooms, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Add wontons. Cook over mediumhigh heat, covered, until wontons float to surface, about four minutes. Add bean sprouts, carrot, onions and cilantro. Serve immediately.

TAKE OUT STYLE GINGER BEEF 1 lb. flank steak 500 g Marinade: 2 tbsp. dark soy sauce 30 mL 1 tsp. rice wine or 5 mL dry sherry 1 tsp. sugar 5 mL 2 tbsp. finely chopped 30 mL ginger Sauce: 1 tbsp. rice wine or dry 15 mL sherry 1 tbsp. light soy sauce 15 mL 2 tbsp. rice vinegar 30 mL 2 tbsp. sugar 30 mL 2 tbsp. water 30 mL 1 tsp. hot chili oil 5 mL Other options: 1 stalk celery 1 red bell pepper 1 carrot 4 to 5 c. oil for deep 1 – 1.25 L frying 2 tbsp. oil for stir frying 30 mL 3 red chili peppers, seeds left in 1 tbsp. fresh ginger, 15 mL finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 tsp. sesame oil 5 mL Batter: 1/4 c. flour 60 mL 1/4 c. cornstarch 60 mL 1 tbsp. vegetable oil 15 mL 1 tbsp. hot chili oil 15 mL 1/3 c. water, or as needed 75 mL Partially freeze the beef to make it easier to slice. Cut the partially frozen beef with the grain into thin strips of about the length of matchsticks. Add the marinade and marinate the beef for 25 minutes. In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, rice wine or sherry, vinegar, sugar, water and hot chili oil. Set aside. Prepare the vegetables and sauce while the beef is marinating. Cut the celery, red bell pepper and carrot into thin strips. To prepare the batter, combine flour and cornstarch. Stir in vegetable oil and hot chili oil. Add as much water as is needed to make a smooth batter. It should not be too dry or too runny and should stick to the beef. Heat oil for deep frying to 360 F (185 C). Dip marinated beef pieces into batter, making sure that each piece is well coated. When the oil is

hot, add the beef and deep fry until it is golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Increase heat to 400 F (200 C). Deep fry the beef a second time, to make it extra crispy. Remove and drain. Clean out the wok. Heat two tablespoons (30 mL) oil in the wok. When oil is hot, add chilies, minced garlic and ginger. Stir fry until the chilies begin to blister. Add the carrot. Stir fry briefly and then add the celery and red pepper. Push

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with the hoisin and vinegar. Heat a wok or large skillet. Add oil and heat until smoking. Add Chinese sausages and cook over high heat, stirring, about two minutes. Add minced green onion whites, ginger, garlic and chile and cook until fragrant, about one minute. Add rice, breaking up any lumps with your hands as you add it to the wok, and stir fry until heated through and lightly browned in spots. Stir soy sauce mixture and add to the wok. Stir fry until nearly absorbed, about two minutes. Stir in green onions and cilantro. Serve immediately.

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Bison breeders see future in big beasts The Scott family says the industry is slowly expanding as demand for bison meat continues to grow BY KAREN BRIERE REGINA BUREAU

NIPAWIN, Sask. — It ’s only appropriate that Don and Paulette Scott have a “buffalo room” in their farm home. Bison-themed photographs, art and awards from nearly 30 years in the industry decorate the walls, while a hide drapes the couch. And the view through the window is the real thing: hundreds of them. The couple established Beldon Bison Ranch on 160 acres of sandy land southwest of Nipawin in 1987 when they bought 10 bred cows for $2,500 each. They bought another 10 a year later. There were perhaps a half-dozen bison producers in Saskatchewan at that time. “I grew up pulling calves and I knew I didn’t want to do that,” Don said about the decision to give bison a try. He worked in construction and was away a lot, but those farming and livestock roots still tugged. “I thought he was crazy,” Paulette said with a laugh. She also worked off the farm but was never afraid of the big beasts, even though she had to feed them. “I remember my sister and I would open the gate and Mom would feed the hay and that was it. There was nothing else to do,” said son Nathan, who returned to the ranch with his family five years ago. Today, Beldon employs two parttime workers to help care for the 400 cows the family owns as well as the others they feed. The Scotts have survived the roller coaster of prices, producer numbers and markets. “We’ve seen everything from $10,000 to you couldn’t give them away,” Paulette said of the price fluctuation. In the beginning it was a breeder and farmgate meat market and a lot of learning as they went along. They attended association meetings in the province, nationally and the United States. “There was information out there and producers have always been good about helping each other out,” Don said. The Canadian Bison Association formed in 1982 with an estimated 175 members. The Saskatchewan Bison Association followed in 1991, with Don as president. He was a CBA director and holds the distinction of being the first show and sale chair at the Canadian National, which has been held annually during Canadian Western Agribition in Regina since 1993. He has judged at the Gold Trophy show in Denver and did so again this year. Paulette was SBA secretary and also the first female director on the CBA. In 1997, the couple received the Myrt Lenton Memorial Award, which recognizes CBA members who give their time and effort to the industry. “Over time, Dad designed quite a few facilities,” Nathan said. “That’s helped other producers get started. I also wonder how many producers

ABOVE: Nathan Scott is pleased that Beldon Bison Ranch at Nipawin, Sask.,is hosting the Canadian Bull Bison Draft this year.

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LEFT: Nathan, Paulette and Don Scott play an active role in promoting and expanding the bison industry. | KAREN BRIERE PHOTOS

THE SCOTT FAMILY Nipawin, Sask. got their first animals from us.” Many in the industry struggled to survive the early 2000s, and producer numbers dropped significantly during that time. “It was a correction,” Don said. “Breeding stock had gotten so high. You can’t keep selling $4,500 heifers and not have a meat market.” As well, the region suffered through a widespread drought during that time, and the discovery of BSE in a Canadian beef cow also slammed the U.S. border shut for bison. “If any one of those things had happened it wouldn’t have been bad,” Don said, but the triple whammy was devastating for many. “The downturn in the industry put a lot of ground or trim on the market,” he said. “It is the driver.” The family was affected in more ways than one. Nathan had just bought a truck and was driving for livestock hauler Roberge when the border closed. He changed course and started working in the oil patch. “We just hunkered down for eight years and survived,” he said. He and his wife, Amanda, were married on the farm in 2009 and later returned to raise their family.

Don and Paulette were considering a smaller operation at the time. The two generations worked on a plan to enable the younger couple to come into the operation. Amanda also works off the farm at Cumberland College in Nipawin. Family involvement Nathan said they had to find the right lender to understand they had a good business plan and could make it work. Each couple owns their own cows, and the partnership owns the feeders they buy. Penny, one of Nathan’s two sisters, recently bought some cows, too. “She’s the picture-taker and the bale hauler,” Nathan said. Another sister, Sheila, lives with her family in Prince Albert. Nathan’s three boys, Leyton, 12, Jaxen, 5, and Deon, 2, could be the third generation to operate the ranch. All are interested and helpful, and Deon is quick to tell his father and grandfather if a pen needs bison in it. “He knows the pen numbers and

how old each group is in each pen,” Nathan said. “He’ll say, ‘fill pen six.’ ” The Scotts ship most of their slaughter animals to Rocky Mountain Natural Meats in Brush, Colorado. They say the bison aren’t on a truck much longer than they would be if they were shipped to Alberta. Crossing the border isn’t difficult with the proper paperwork, but it’s important to make sure the crossing is open. They have a website to promote sales of breeding stock, mainly bulls. They grow some of their own hay and are fortunate to live in an area where there are a lot of grass seed producers, which make straw available after harvest. Bison do well on lower quality feed and in the cold weather. The cows spend all winter on pasture. “I have most of our hay supply out for all winter,” Nathan said in December. The animals receive minerals and are checked, but otherwise they are left alone.

Feeder animals receive screening pellets or oats. Nathan is carrying on the family tradition of industry involvement. He is on the SBA board and an initiator of the organization’s Canadian Bull Bison Draft. It began last year, and Beldon Bison was selected the host ranch. Producers consigned 37 yearling bulls to the draft this year. They animals are penned together, receive the same feed, health protocol and handling, and weighed periodically. Two judges will assess them for 10 characteristics by two different judges and a winner will be named. All bulls will go to the SBA’s Premium Stock Show and Sale as two year olds March 4 in North Battleford, Sask. Nathan said last year’s sale saw the highest average anywhere at $10,500 w ith a high seller of $20,500. “It’s a real honour that they trusted us with their best animals,” he said of being the host ranch. karen.briere@producer.com

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FAMILY DOCTORS

Monitoring your health helps detect early warning signs Staying connected HEALTH CLINIC recovered or gone to the emergency department. We also no longer get annual physical examinations. I am beginning to wonder if we can manage without family doctors in the future.

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In a couple of weeks, my former girlfriend and our fouryear-old daughter will be moving to the city. I cannot blame them. My daughter’s mother has tried to get decent employment here, but our town is too small to have much in the way of jobs. The problem is that once they move, I will not be able to spend as much time with my daughter and that really bothers me. I am going to miss her. I do not want my daughter to forget me, and I don’t want to mess up and have her growing up resenting me. What are my options?

Kids are often desperate to be proud of their fathers. I hope that when your child moves, you will spend as much time with her as you are able. However, even in your absence your daughter can still be proud of you. You may not be the richest father on the block, or the strongest or the best looking, but if you look after yourself, both physically and emotionally, and if you deal with life’s challenges reasonably and practically, you will have gone a long way to endearing yourself into your daughter’s life. The more she is proud of you, the greater the odds that she will be proud of herself as well. It works both ways. When your daughter moves to the city she will be living in a completely different lifestyle than what she was accustomed to in your hometown. My guess is that she will want to talk about it. Your job is to listen to her as effectively as you can. Remember that you are not listening to her to get information about what her mother might be doing. She needs to talk to you about her own stuff: about the kids she is meeting, the school she is attending, the babysitter who is looking after her and how she feels about the pet dog that she had to leave with you when they moved to the city. Chances are good that she also needs to explore her new home. The two of you can have a great time discovering play places in the various parks and the best ice cream parlors. Fi na l l y , d o n ’ t c ha n g e y o u r daughter’s bedroom in your house. If you and her mother continue to work well together in the future, your daughter will likely want to spend time in your home. You and your family represent a significant part of who she is as a person. Even if she continues to live in the city, having time to learn about all of you goes a long way to helping her figure out who she is as a person, and that is what parenting is all about.

Jacklin Andrews is a family counsellor from Saskatchewan. Contact: jandrews@ producer.com.

My husband and I are getting increasingly frustrated with our local doctor’s office. It is almost impossible to make an appointment because the receptionist never answers the phone and our call goes straight to voice mail. Sometimes it takes several days for them to get back to us, by which time, we have probably either

It is true that family doctors are becoming less important in our routine health care than they once were. However, you will still need one to write a prescription for your ongoing medications or for antibiotics should you develop an infection, although in some cases pharmacists or nurse practitioners may do this instead. Doctors are becoming more involved in preventive medicine and lifestyle counselling rather than doing routine physical exam-

inations that often don’t find anything abnormal. You can now buy machines to check your own blood pressure, and our local laboratory (Life Labs) offers a free online service where you can check your lab test results, usually within 24 hours. The lab will give you the normal numbers and flag anything that is not in range. The abnormal results can be relayed straight to your doctor by computer. You won’t be kept in suspense for a couple of weeks, and you will no longer have to phone the doctor to get results. There are also wearable devices that monitor your heart rate and count your steps, such as FitBit. These are worn on the wrist and connect to a phone app, which

monitors results and makes encouraging comments on your progress. A recent review of 52 studies of people with blood pressure problems at Duke University Medical Center and the Durham Veterans Affairs Medical Center in North Carolina showed that those who tested their pressure at home had better results than those checked only by doctors. As well, diabetics can monitor their own blood sugar levels. Chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension take up 50 percent of a doctor’s time, so patients who take charge of their own health will make a huge difference to the work load of a clinic. Clare Rowson is a retired medical doctor in Belleville, Ont. Contact: health@producer.com.

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AG NOTES OUTSTANDING YOUNG FARMERS

After a drink at the stock waterer, a cow makes its way through a gate to a nearby pasture near Millarville, Alta. | WENDY DUDLEY PHOTO

Chilliwack poultry and egg producers Brian and Jewel Pauls have been named the 2016 British Columbia and Yukon Outstanding Young Farmers. Brian’s parents, Frank and Elma Pauls, earned the same award in 1990. This is the first time in the program’s 36-year history that a second generation winner has been recognized. The Pauls’ farm produces 17,000 broilers and 55,000 caged white and free-range brown laying birds. Brian also manages several of the family’s egg, broiler and turkey farms in B.C. and Saskatchewan. The holdings also includes Canada’s first certified humane turkey farm. Nominated farmers must be 19 to 39 years old and derive at least two thirds of their income from farming.

They are judged on conservation practices, production history, financial and management practices, and community contributions. The couple will represent B.C. at the national Outstanding Young Farmer competition in Niagara Falls, Ont., in November. BISON CHAIR FILLED Sharif Fahmy has been elected chair and president of the Canadian Bison Association. He operates Tatanka Plains in B.C., where he raises and markets bison in the Fraser Valley. Sharif has a diploma in wildlife and Forestry from the United States, holds a BSc in business management from the U.S., and an MBA from Switzerland and is involved in consulting in supply chain management. RESEARCHERS RECOGNIZED BY AGRICULTURAL INSTITUTE Jeff Schoenau and Phil Thacker, researchers at the University of Saskatchewan, were recently honoured by the Agricultural Institute of Canada with an International Recognition Award. The award recognizes individuals who have made a distinguished contribution to Canadian agriculture. Schoenau has promoted sustainable agronomy and nutrient management since 1992 with his plant root simulator technology, which can track the intake of nutrients from the soil. Thacker has had a major role in the development of the Ministry of Agriculture Feed Industry Centre in Beijing over the past 20 years. ALBERTA RESEARCHER RECEIVES AWARD

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Jim Helm has been awarded the American Society of Agronomy Distinguished Service Award. The award is given for distinguished contributions to the agronomy profession. The former Alberta Agriculture researcher spent four decades as head of research at the Field Crop Development Centre in Lacombe, Alta. He oversaw the release of 42 cereal cultivars bred specifically for conditions in Alberta and Western Canada, including 32 barley varieties, nine triticale varieties and one winter wheat variety. AG OPPORTUNITIES OVERSEAS An Alberta Agriculture trade mission recently visited Morocco to assess opportunities for grains and pulses. Bread and flour is a dietary staple in the North African country, where food policies focus on providing subsidized flour for lower income Moroccans. Wheat accounts for most of the 200 kilograms of cereals that Moroccans individually consume annually. Between 80 and 96 percent of total durum imported by Morocco is from Canada. High tariffs have been a barrier for Canadian pulse exporters. Canada and Morocco have been negotiating a free trade agreement since January 2011. The mission also met with contacts to learn the potential for other products, such as animal genetics, honey and canola oil. The mission also went to the United Arab Emirates and Qatar.

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MAKING In 2004, soybeans were a trivial crop in Western Canada. Acreage was tiny and contained to Manitoba’s Red River Valley. Nowadays, soybeans are the “it” crop in Manitoba and eastern Saskatchewan. Acreage has topped 1.5 million and still growing. The crop science industry is hoping to pull the same trick with grain corn, but producers remain skeptical. In this report, The Western Producer’s Robert Arnason examines a question that many are asking: will Western Canada soon have eight million acres of corn?

CORPORATE NEWS RELEASE usually has a shelf life of about 72 hours. A company might announce a $10 billion merger or respond to a controversy, but after a few days the media and the public move on to other stories. A Monsanto Canada news release from June 24, 2013, is an exception. Two and a half years later, western Canadian farmers are still eager to talk about it. Monsanto said it would invest $100 million to develop early maturing corn hybrids for the Canadian Prairies. The company set a goal of eight to 10 million acres of corn by 2025, a dramatic increase from 300,000 to 500,000 acres. Monsanto isn’t the only firm with corn ambitions in Western Canada. DuPont has committed $35 million to develop corn hybrids and soybean varieties for the Prairies. “It’s more than just Monsanto and DuPont,” said Myron Krahn, Manitoba Corn Growers Association president who farms near Carman. “Pretty much all the corn genetic companies … they are all (targeting) Western Canada.”

Western Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta are logical targets for crop biotech and seed companies because corn acres are approaching a plateau in most regions of North America. The corn industry captured an additional 3.4 million acres in North Dakota, South Dakota and Minnesota from 2005-14, but acreage in Western Canada increased by only 150,000. Sam Eathington, Monsanto vice-president of global plant breeding, said in 2013 that the company was pursuing corn hybrids with 70-day relative maturity. He said the early maturing varieties were expected to generate yields of 110 to 120 bushels per acre, making grain corn economically viable on the Prairies. Krahn said millions of acres are possible, but it will take much longer than a decade. “The timeline for this is very, very aggressive,” he said. “I’m a corn lover … so I’m in favour of this type of expansion, but I have tempered expectations on the timeline.” Doug Rober tson, who far ms near Carstairs, Alta., discussed corn expansion over coffee at a farm meeting this winter. Grain industry representatives took the

THE RAIN FALLS MAINLY ON … WINNIPEG Over 15 years, Winnipeg received, on average, 130 mm more rain a year than Regina. More telling is the frequency of years with less than 300 mm of rain. Regina had seven years when rainfall was less than 300 mm. Winnipeg had none. Corn requires about 500 mm of annual precipitation to reach full yield potential. This chart shows annual rainfall (millimetres) for each city: Source: Environment Canada

Regina

YEAR

Winnipeg

348

2000

621

271

2001

470

331

2002

365

178

2003

305

320

2004

524

270

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513

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o pro dee o side off the discussion, while Robertson took the con. “I got called a bit of a Luddite for not accepting this was going to happen,” said Robertson, president of the Western Barley Growers Association. Robertson and other growers remain skeptical for a variety of reasons: • Except for the Red River Valley, most areas do not receive sufficient rainfall for corn. • Corn requires a substantial investment in farm equipment and storage. • Nobody wants to harvest in November. • Moving all that corn would put a strain on the rail and grain transportation system, which can barely handle existing volumes of grain. • Western Canada can’t compete with Brazil and Argentina on cost of production or exports, so why bother? • Corn would steal acres from oats, barley and wheat, in which Canada has a quality advantage.

THE COST OF CORN In 2016, corn ranked third out of 17 crops for profitability in Manitoba. Corn also had the highest total production costs of all crops grown in the province. Assuming a yield of 115 bu./acre and a sell price of $4.50/bu., the figures at right show the average costs to grow corn:

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To achieve eight to 10 million acres, corn would have to stretch west from the Red River Valley into much of southern Saskatchewan. According to Saskatchewan Agriculture, corn needs 500 millimetres of annual precipitation to achieve optimal yield potential. However, Regina received an average of only 320 mm of rainfall a year from 1991 to 2005. In most years, snowfall adds 100 mm to Regina’s annual precipitation, but some of that is lost to runoff and probably isn’t in the soil when corn needs it. Corn requires more water later in the growing season, particularly between tasseling and grain fill, when it can consume seven mm per day. Chuck Fossay, who farms near Starbuck, Man., said corn would have struggled on the Prairies last year. Parts of Saskatchewan and Alberta received no rain from seeding until late July. Robertson said the risk of a dry or cool year is a deal breaker for corn. “As a farmer, I’m looking for something that does well year after year,” he said. “Where does (corn) do the best? In the parts of the States where they’ve got lots of water and heat…. There’s a reason corn grows where it grows.” New corn genetics could compensate for the lack of moisture as plant breeders develop corn hybrids with superior water efficiency and drought tolerance. “That’s going to help with that problem,” Krahn said. “That (rain) won’t be the limiting factor, necessarily.”

There is also the matter of climate change because historical weather patterns may soon be meaningless. The prairie climate could become warmer, wetter and better suited for corn. “There’s no doubt that … weather and climate change are going to dictate a lot of (these) things,” said Bill Gehl, chair of the Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission. Soybeans have boomed over the last decade in Manitoba and eastern Saskatchewan, jumping from 100,000 acres in 2005 to 1.5 million in 2014. A dramatic increase in a non-traditional crop is possible, but soybeans are easier to grow than corn: • Soybeans fix nitrogen, while corn requires an immense amount of nitrogen. • Corn is harvested in October or November, while soybeans are harvested in late September or early October. • Corn would probably require an investment in a planter, corn header, additional grain bins and a grain dryer. “There’s a whole range of problems and equipment you’re going to have to address to get into corn,” Robertson said. “You’re not just going to decide, ‘oh, I’m going to grow corn.’ ” It’s not unusual to see corn standing in Manitoba fields in November because the crop isn’t sufficiently dry to combine. Few growers enjoy harvesting in the snow and cold so the financial return better be worth the hassle. “You would have to sell this to the grower. Why would you want to be out there in October and November … to make the same amount of money you could (harvesting) at the end of August?” Krahn said. “That’s a question even guys in (Manitoba’s) corn belt ask themselves.” The corn complications don’t stop once harvest is complete. A record crop of 75 million tonnes overwhelmed the prairie grain handling system in 2013, clogging up country elevators, railway lines and

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port terminals. If prairie farmers grew five million acres of corn instead of wheat, it would increase western Canadian grain production by seven million tonnes. To put that in perspective, all of Saskatchewan grew 8.2 million tonnes of spring wheat last year. If canola yields creep up to 50 bushels per acre and if prairie growers do latch onto corn, 75 million tonnes may soon become a puny crop. “If we’re going to start growing corn that’s going to yield two or three times more than what that land would of grown previously, you better start planning for that,” Gehl said. “We need the grain handling capacity, we need the transportation, we need the port capacity and we need the customers.” For decades, the Canadian Wheat Board promoted prairie wheat as the best in the world. Many commodity groups have built upon that strategy, touting the quality and health attributes of prairie grain and oilseeds. “If you think of anything in western Canadian agriculture … it’s (about) quality,” said Wilf Keller, president of Ag West Bio, Saskatchewan’s bio-science industry association. “Our malting barley, our wheat, our canola, that (quality) is the play. Does corn and soybean fit into that? I would (say) there’s a question mark, particularly with corn.” Corn production is more about quantity, and Robertson isn’t convinced that prairie growers will benefit from the higher yields. “What is corn going to supply that we’re not already getting?” he said. “It’s going to supply a few more bushels but at a cost. It’s not a cheap crop to grow.” If Western Canada had 10 million acres of corn, a substantial portion would be exported. Brazil and Argentina likely have a lower cost of production and their agricultural land is closer to the ocean, so it’s unclear how Canada could compete globally on price. Gehl said the export obstacle can be overcome because Canadian farmers are used to fighting for market share.

“On the canola side, we compete against palm oil. On the wheat side, we’re competing with Argentina and the Black Sea and the United States and Europe.” Producers may be skeptical about the agronomics and economics of corn, but the crop could inject billions into western Canadian agriculture. Canada imported $6 billion worth of corn and corn related products from the United States from January 2010 to November 2015, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, averaging out to $182 million worth of corn, $140 million of dried distiller grains and $677 million in ethanol a year. Canada is the number one export destination for U.S. ethanol production. Prairie ethanol production would likely displace those imports if corn acres expanded into the millions. A boom in corn acres would also increase domestic supplies of feed grain, which may encourage more livestock feeding on the Prairies. In addition, the research investment into corn varieties suitable for Western Canada could provide a boost for spring wheat, oats, barley and canola. “There could be a technology or innovation transfer that we could benefit from,” Keller said. “You could learn from that (innovation) and adapt that technology to other crops.” If and when corn gains a foothold in Western Canada is still up for debate, but farmers and experts agree on one thing: corn’s future is not a decision for government or industry strategists. Individual producers will decide corn’s fate. “If they make more money per unit of land, they will grow it,” Keller said. “No farmer is going to grow something that is cost negative or cost neutral. robert.arnason@producer.com SEE A RELATED STORY ON PAGE 28

CANADA’S GROWING APPETITE FOR CORN $315.88 Fixed costs and labour ($/acre) .................. $156.17 Total cost ($/acre) ..................................... $472.04 Gross revenue ($/acre) ............................... $517.50 Break-even yield (bu./acre) .......................... 104.9 Operating cost ($/acre) ..............................

Source: Manitoba Agriculture

Imports of U.S. corn products: Corn (000 tonnes) Dried distillers grain (000 tonnes) Ethanol (million litres)

2010 1,546 1,042 452

2011 963 746 1,125

2012 596 593 1,174

2013 452 474 1,223

2014 907 456 1,270

Value of U.S. corn imports: Corn (all in $US millions) Dried distillers grain Ethanol

2010 242 152 286

2011 245 161 721

2012 154 153 749

2013 114 135 784

2014 154 100 845

Source: USDA Foreign Agriculture Service | MICHELLE HOULDEN GRAPHICS

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EXPANSION

Monsanto convinced prairie corn goals possible Many farmers and industry experts say eight to 10 million acres of corn in Western Canada by 2025 is overly ambitious BY ROBERT ARNASON BRANDON BUREAU

ONSANTO ISN’T backing away from its goal of eight to 10 million acres of corn in Western Canada. In January, a company representative said it is making excellent progress on the corn expansion project, and 2025 remains the target for millions of acres on the Prairies. “All of our research that we’ve done, it’s in that eight (million acre) area,” said Dan Wright, corn expansion project lead with Monsanto. “We feel, through our investment, we’re going to get there…. You don’t want to say (we’re) ahead of schedule, but we feel really good about where we are and what we’ve learned.” Monsanto is convinced it can develop early maturing corn hybrids and figure out the agronomics for Western Canada. “We wouldn’t have wagered a $100 million if we didn’t think we could (do it),” Wright said. “Technically, it will happen.” Many farmers and industr y watchers say the acreage prediction and the timeline are overly ambitious. Western Canada grew 300,000 acres of grain corn last year with 250,000 acres in Manitoba.

The ideal geography for expansion is the region around and south of the Trans-Canada highway between Winnipeg and Regina. Skeptics say many parts of the Prairies are too dry for corn, which needs 500 millimetres of rain to achieve full yield potential. Rainfall of 275 to 375 mm is more typical in southern Saskatchewan. “There are clearly going to be spots in the West where there just isn’t enough rain,” said Mark Lawton, Monsanto technology development lead, from his office in Guelph, Ont. “(But) I don’t think that’s the biggest barrier to the (expansion)…. I had that conversation with some (people) in our (plant) breeding group. I think if we’re at 15 inches of rain … that can work.” L aw t o n s a i d g e n e t i c s h av e improved substantially over the last 15 years. Modern hybrids are more resilient. “We’ve had situations (growing corn) in Ontario … where a dry year today yields 20, 30 or 40 bushels higher than it would’ve done 10 or 15 years ago.” Monsanto has spent a large chunk of its investment on corn agronomics. It has tested corn for two years at research sites in Oakville, Man., Brandon, Regina and Carseland, Alta. Company

MANITOBA CORN YIELDS SIMILAR TO ARGENTINA • Manitoba’s average corn yield is 115-120 bu./acre • In 2015, Manitoba had a record corn yield of 136 bu./acre • In 2013-14, Argentina had an average corn yield of 106 bu./ acre • In 2009-10, a bumper crop, Argentina’s corn yield was 137 bu./acre Sources: Informa Economics and Manitoba Agricultural Services Corp.

Corn is the gold standard for feed, is what we hear consistently. When there’s a new crop and an opportunity and the entrepreneurial spirit and financing and ability to make it happen, it happens. DAN WRIGHT MONSANTO

experts are seeking answers for planting dates, plant populations and optimal tillage practices so

that they have good information for prospective growers. Corn may be technically possible in Western Canada, but the crop requires specialized and expensive machinery, including planters, corn headers and grain dryers. Monsanto has spoken to prairie growers and conducted surveys to assess the cost barrier. It has found that older farmers will not bother, but producers between 30 to 45 are ready and willing. “What our research says, is if you (have been) farming for less than 20 years … you’re watching corn and you probably believe you will make that capital investment so you can grow corn,” Wright said. Farmers in southern Saskatchewan have been growing corn for silage and grazing for years, so a shift to grain corn may be feasible. Like most things in agriculture, farmers will make the investment if the yield and price are right. “Anything happens with the proper financial incentive,” said Brad Eggum, a producer who has grown corn and operates Eggum Seed Sales in Halbrite, Sask., southeast of Weyburn. “Profit is what drives sustainability…. If corn can prove profitable in the future, it will be adopted (over) a significant area.” A number of producers around

Halbrite re-tooled their operations to grow corn when it traded around $7 per bu. in 2012. More producers will make the leap the next time corn prices cycle higher, Eggum said. Corn skeptics have said millions of acres will overburden Western Canada’s grain handling and export system because yields are more than double spring wheat. Monsanto has heard the objection and met with the railways about the corn expansion plan. Wright is confident Canada’s grain industry will react positively to a boom in corn acres, much like they responded to the explosion of canola production. The industry built canola crushing plants to boost domestic use in the 1990s and 2000s, and more corn production should encourage investment in ethanol plants and livestock feeding. “We’ve spent a tremendous amount of time talking to the livestock industry. Corn is the gold standard for feed, is what we hear consistently,” Wright said. “When there’s a new crop and an opportunity and the entrepreneurial spirit and financing and ability to make it happen, it happens.” robert.arnason@producer.com

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said it couldn’t afford its $12 million share of the Net Income Stabilization Account and planned to independently manage the Gross Revenue Insurance Plan to reduce the risk of deficits after five years. Mazankowski said the province had agreed to a common approach to deliver the safety nets during a January meeting called by Manitoba premier Glen Findlay. “Now we have Mr. Findlay — and I don’t want to be critical, he probably has his reasons — but we have Mr. Findlay wanting to design a program that is at variance to the program designed in Alberta and Saskatchewan and the program design we agreed to.”

50 YEARS AGO

Railways take heat for poor boxcar service FROM THE ARCHIVES

BRUCE DYCK, COPY EDITOR The Western Producer takes a weekly look at some of the stories that made headlines in issues of the paper from 75, 50, 25 and 10 years ago.

gested lending $30,000 a year to the federal government for the duration of the war, while the Sheep Breeders’ Association wanted to spend $5,000 on a bounty for coyote pup pelts. J.H. Evans, Manitoba’s deputy agriculture minister, predicted the development of two types of agriculture in Western Canada in the future: mechanized or “factory farms” that would grow products for manufacturing synthetic materials, and self-contained farms that would be an attempt to escape the state of peasant agriculture.

10 YEARS AGO: FEB. 2, 2006

75 YEARS AGO: FEB. 6, 1941 50 YEARS AGO: FEB. 3, 1966 The Western Producer dedicated an entire page to publish the Canadian Federation of Agriculture’s memorandum to the federal government. The document pledged agriculture’s support for the war effort and then pointed out problems facing the dairy, livestock and wheat sectors. Recommendations included establishing a proper relationship between the prices of agricultural commodities and the goods and services that farmers must buy, and the development of a wartime strategy for agriculture. There was no shortage of ideas for what to do with the money collected in Saskatchewan in horned cattle penalties. The Saskatchewan Cattle Breeders’ Association sug-

The CFA blasted the Canadian Pacific Railway at its annual meeting for poor grain boxcar service and called for nationalization of the system. The newspaper pointed out the irony of the CFA meeting being held in the Royal York in Toronto, the biggest hotel in CPR’s hotel chain. Delegates to a Saskatchewan turkey conference in Yorkton, Sask., set up a committee to plan a turkey marketing board for the province that could eventually lead to a national producers marketing plan.

25 YEARS AGO: FEB. 7, 1991 Delegates from the three prairie

Sharon Luther, 4, sits with a champion White Holland turkey hen at a poultry show in Moose Jaw, Sask., in this undated photo. The hen was owned by Mrs. L. G. Noble of Eastend, Sask., and had won first in its class at the Toronto Royal Winter Fair. Sharon was the daughter of J.E. Luther, secretary of the poultry show in Moose Jaw. | FILE PHOTO wheat pools met the first time in their history to form policy for Prairie Pools Inc. The key issue was their own future as a united farm lobby, and many delegates openly expressed their fear that the meeting’s hidden agenda was formal amalgamation of the three pools. “How can the members be brought along with PPI policy?” said Saskatchewan Wheat Pool delegate

John Clair. “I’m sure most of my members feel I’m down here discussing amalgamation.” Federal agriculture minister Don Mazankowski was trying not to sound too harsh, but his frustration was clearly showing as he responded to Manitoba’s refusal to fully participate in the new farm safety net programs. The province had

Canada’s two major railways signed an agreement to ease traffic jams at the port in Vancouver. Under the agreement, all trains destined for the north shore of Burrard Inlet would travel on Canadian National Railway’s tracks and be under the direction of CN crews, and trains destined for the south shore would travel on CP tracks. Manitoba’s Keystone Agricultural Producers supported calls for a pilot project for a voluntary canola contract through the Canadian Wheat Board. “I guess it’s a sign of the times,” said KAP president David Rolfe. “Something has to change, something has to happen for producers to recover their incomes from the marketplace. Right now, it’s just not achievable given the current system so guys are looking for alternatives.” bruce.dyck@producer.com

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LOST ART

Retired veterinarian now puts cart before the horse Love of horses and concern for animal welfare sparks interest in buggy building BY DUANE MCCARTNEY FREELANCE WRITER

BASHAW, Alta. — People involved with building wooden wagon wheels and buggies in Western Canada know Chris Jenson as the Buggy Doc. Horse owners and cattle producers who are involved in the importation of livestock also know him as a veterinarian. Jenson was raised on a farm west of Red Deer and graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 1967. He worked for the Canadadian Food Inspection Agency as the control veterinarian for many years before retiring in 2002 and was responsible for monitoring the importation of livestock into central Alberta. He enjoyed horses as a farm boy, and his career with the CFIA got him involved in monitoring horse welfare in long distance endurance horse races up to 160 kilometres. Jenson helped set up the races, monitored the safety of the horses and later participated as a rider in these long races. He kept up his interest in horses

Chris Jenson shows off one of his buggies to the members of the Central Alberta Wood Workers Guild at his farm near Bashaw, Alta. | DUANE MCCARTNEY PHOTOS after retirement and began building horse drawn buggies and carriages, which he enters in parades

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“In the past, these carts were used as a pleasure vehicle for a couple to go to town or out for a night,” he said. “Mine is designed for racing and accommodates only one person. The cart has seats that fold, a dash board and fenders. Today the competition carts tend to have four metal spoked wheels like a bicycle wheel but I built wood spoke wheels with hard rubber tires, just like in the old days.” Jenson has built other buggies and wagons and has restored an old freight wagon like the ones used for hauling freight from the Lacombe railway station at the turn of the century. He found the remains of one in t h e b u s h w i t h t re e s g row i n g through the frame. Jim Beach, president of the wood workers guild, said he was impressed with the knowledge and wood working skills that Jenson has used to create his buggies. “Making wood spoke wheels, especially without the use of modern glues, is a lost art, and Chris is a leader in Western Canada in making sure that these skills are not lost,” he said.

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ALBERTA FEDERATION OF AGRICULTURE

Students give Alberta ag minister earful on Bill 6 Oneil Carlier explained details of the farm legislation and how it would and wouldn’t affect family farms BY MARY MACARTHUR CAMROSE BUREAU

RED DEER — Agriculture groups can wait for weeks or months for an appointment with a government minister. Nine Olds College students had Alberta agriculture minister Oneil Carlier’s ear for an hour during a bear pit session at the Alberta Federation of Agriculture meeting. The group talked about social license, becoming an agriculture promoter, shelter belt trees and cattle checkoffs, but it was Bill 6, the controversial farm safety bill, that dominated the discussion. The students questioned the minister about the need for safety legislation, the exemption of Hutterite colonies from the legislation and if it would affect 4-H and allow hired hands to reject work. Sampson Moss of Okotoks, Alta., wanted the minister’s assurance that farm workers wouldn’t be able to unionize in Alberta. “Will there be any protection against unionized farm workers in Alberta, if they don’t want to do a job and we can’t say, ‘get off?’ ” Moss said during the discussion. “We can’t be told we can’t say that.” Bill 6 removes the exemptions from farm workers to form a union, but the likelihood that farm workers will form a union is limited, said Carlier. “The right to belong to a union is a basic human right. Logically, realistically, are they going to?” he said. The legislation also removes previous exemptions for farms for labour, occupational health and safety and mandatory Workers’ Compensation Board coverage. Farmers with paid, non-family farm workers must now carry WCB coverage. A series of roundtable discussions will work out labour, employment and occupational health and safety regulations over the next year. Carlier has been making the rounds of farm meetings apologizing for the way the bill was introduced. Thousands of farmers protested the bill before Christmas. It originally applied to all farms but has since been changed to apply to farms with wage earning, nonfamily workers. “If you work on your farm and you get a wage, it doesn’t affect you at all,” he told the students. “It doesn’t affect 4-H any iota at all. It doesn’t affect anyone to bale or fix a fence.” Marc Damon, an agribusiness student from Ontario, said he thought the meeting was fruitful. “I think it was a really good sit down and he answered a lot of questions. It helps to educate the young farmers, and the young farmers are the future of agriculture, so it is super important. It helped me a lot. There were some questions I didn’t quite get the answer I wanted, but it gave a better perspective.” Braden Douglass of Gem, Alta., said the discussion was useful for the students and the minister.

“I thought it was really good. It would have been nice to have it a bit longer,” said Douglass, adding that he didn’t think the government did enough research. “He couldn’t answer our questions fully in depth, but it is good to see where he is coming from with Bill 6. I am not totally against Bill 6. I am not one of those people. I think it is a good thing,” said Douglass. “I think he will take a lot away from it, too. He will take away our perspective.” mary.macarthur@producer.com

Olds College students take part in a bear pit session with Alberta agriculture minister Oneil Carlier during the Alberta Federation of Agriculture convention in Red Deer. | MARY MACARTHUR PHOTO

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TRANSPORTATION SNAPSHOT: WEEK 24 GRAIN IN COUNTRY ELEVATORS: (million tonnes)

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YEAR-TO-DATE GRAIN SHIPMENTS FROM ALL PORTS*: (million tonnes)

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Pesticidebee decline link worries watchdog Health ministry says not enough data is available OTTAWA (Reuters) — Canada’s official environmental watchdog has expressed concern that authorities were allowing the long-term use of pesticides linked to bee deaths despite not having enough information about the products. The Pest Management Regulatory Agency, which is responsible for pesticide regulation, can grant a five-year provisional license to some products to give manufacturers time to provide more information. Environment commissioner Julie Gelfand said nine products had remained conditionally registered for more than a decade, even though the agency had not gathered the data it required. Eight of the nine are neonicotinoids, which many beekeepers blame for devastating their hives. “These products continue to be used extensively in Canada despite widespread concern they may pose a threat to bees, other pollinators and broader ecosystems,” Gelfand said. Pesticide use is a sensitive issue in Canada. Ontario became the first government in North America in July to curb use of seed treated with neonicotinoids, which are used to kill insects that harm crops. Gelfand said the prolonged use of products with conditional registrations means “users may come to depend on a product that is ultimately shown to be unsafe.” In some cases, firms had not provided the required data for neonicotinoid pesticides. Even so, the agency continued to allow the products to be conditionally registered. In a written response, the PMRA said it would gather the information more quickly in the cases of products that had been granted conditional registrations. The PMRA said it would stop issuing conditional registrations June 1. It recently said that available science suggested multiple factors could be responsible for bee deaths, including loss of habitat and food sources, diseases, viruses and pests, and pesticide exposure. It has also concluded that there was no risk to bees from the insecticide imidacloprid when it was used to coat seeds, although it did find that bees could be endangered when the pesticide was used to treat soil or applied to plants. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently said its own preliminary risk assessment of imidacloprid found that chemical residues of more than 25 parts per billion would likely harm bees and their hives and result in the bees producing less honey. Gelfand also found that the PMRA had moved slowly to remove dangerous pesticides. It took the agency up to 11 years to remove some products deemed harmful.

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CANOLA

Man. growers warned to be vigilant on clubroot CLUBROOT MYTHS

Resistant varieties are advised as canola disease moves east BY ROBERT ARNASON BRANDON BUREAU

Certain fields near Edmonton have close to a billion clubroot spores in a gram of soil. In Manitoba, provincial testing shows that many fields have 1,000 to 10,000 spores in a gram of soil. One thousand is nowhere near a billion, but Manitoba producers need to plant canola varieties resistant to clubroot if they want to keep spore concentrations in check, said Clint Jurke, the Canola Council of Canada’s agronomy director. “If you use a susceptible variety and you have a low level of (clubroot) in your field, you will build up that disease to those Edmonton quantities in two cycles…. You’re two canola rotations from having an Edmonton (type) problem,” Jurke told Manitoba Ag Days in Brandon last month. “That’s the reason why we are recommending to producers … from northern B.C. all the way to the Red River Valley to start using clubroot resistance now. This is a tool that will keep your spore loads down to a minimum.” Clubroot is a soil-borne disease that causes swellings, or galls, to form on the roots of canola, choking off water and nutrients to the growing plant. The disease spreads when contaminated soil or plant debris is transported from field to field. Clubroot grabbed the attention of Manitoba producers last fall when galls were found on canola plants near Swan River. A 15 acre patch of a field, infected with clubroot, had yields of 10 bushels per acre. It was one of the first reported cases in Manitoba where clubroot had a drastic impact on canola production. Manitoba Agriculture’s soil tests indicate that five rural municipalities have fields with clubroot spore concentrations higher than 80,000 per gram of soil or have fields where clubroot symptoms were found on canola plants: Louise, Pembina, Portage la Prairie, Westlake-Gladstone and Swan Valley West. Fields in those areas may have higher spore loads, but Manitoba Agriculture is encouraging all growers to assess their farm for clubroot. “The right thing and the first thing to be doing is testing your soil,” said Pratisara Bajracharya, provincial field crop pathologist. If a producer knows the amount of clubroot in the soil, that information can be used to make disease management decisions. There is no economic threshold for clubroot: a field has the disease whether it has 1,000 or 50,000 spores per gram, Bajracharya said. A few producers have suggested that clubroot has been in Manitoba soil at low levels for a long time, and there’s no need to panic. Jurke said that perspective is possible but risky. “There is a chance that some of this background, low-level stuff may be something different,” he said. “But for the time being, take a cautious approach and assume it is related to the Alberta (strain), which is very aggressive.”

Canola growers have asked Jurke if it’s wise to plant varieties with resistance to clubroot when spore concentrations in the soil are low. It may give the disease a chance to mutate and overcome the resistance trait. Jurke said clubroot changed and new strains quickly defeated resistant varieties in central Alberta. Resistance broke down in four years around Edmonton because a mutation is more likely when there are a billion spores in a gram of soil. An unwelcome mutation is less likely In fields with 1,000 spores per gram. “How long is it (a resistant trait)

Clint Jurke, the Canola Council of Canada’s agronomy director, says a few misconceptions about clubroot haven’t gone away. • Clubroot can’t develop in high pH soils. False. The canola council says soils with pH over 7.2 do restrict spore germination, but high pH soils will not prevent disease development or yield losses.

going to last in Manitoba?” Jurke said. “I don’t think it’s going to last a million times longer, but it’s going to last a lot longer than four years.” More than a dozen varieties with resistance to clubroot are on the market, but there isn’t enough seed to cover every acre on the Prairies with resistant canola. Hopefully the supply will soon increase, Jurke said. “In the next five years, if we can get to that point where everybody is using nothing but resistant (varieties), I think we’re going to be in good shape.”

• High boron levels in the soil can prevent clubroot. True. But Jurke said the boron level must reach a concentration where it also kills canola plants.

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Hide and seek Winter on the Prairies means wildlife need a sharp ear and keen eye to find their next meal. TOP, CLOCKWISE: This bunting is one of a flock of about 200 that was searching for food in a grain field east of High River, Alta. | MIKE STURK PHOTO

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MANITOBA AG DAYS

Money flies out back if monitor not calibrated Change combine settings one at a time, says expert BY ED WHITE WINNIPEG BUREAU

BRANDON — Farmers probably don’t realize how much canola they’re losing out the backs of their combines. If they do realize it, many panic and fail to fix the problem, says Canola Council of Canada agronomy expert Angela Brackenreed. “It’s a pile of money,” said Brackenreed in an interview after a presentation at Manitoba Ag Days. She estimated that two to five

bushels per acre are lost in combining, losses that could be reduced below one bushel per acre. Brackenreed told farmers to use loss monitors on their combines, but they must correctly set them. Many farmers have poorly calibrated monitors and get false results, preventing them reacting properly. Farmers might lose an average of two to five bushels per acre, but losing five bushels isn’t a rare situation, and “10 to13 happens.” If a farmer sets up a loss monitor

Correct combine settings can reduce losses to less than one bushel per acre, says expert. | system and calibrates it right and finds out he has a problem, he shouldn’t immediately change everything. “Change (various combine settings) one at a time,” said Brackenreed. “Check your losses again, and go from there.” What do farmers often do? “They go in and change three

things because they’re panicked, go measure it again, and they’ve either made it worse or haven’t had any change. Now what? You don’t really know which one of those things you changed actually helped or made it worse.” Brackenreed told farmers to go slowly and perfect their combining because the gains can be enormous.

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WINNIPEG — More people have applied for jobs in Canada’s agribusiness sector as of late, according to an industry researcher, but some agricultural sectors still face a critical labour shortage. “People have said that they have received more resumes this year than in previous years,” said Debra Hauer, project manager at the Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council (CAHRC). Most of those jobs are in agribusiness rather than on-farm, like input suppliers, truck drivers and positions in marketing, sales and finance, she said. One reason for the increase in applicants could be oil field job losses, but Hauer said it’s too soon to tell what difference that could mean for the agricultural job market long-term. Alberta’s natural-resource industry shed about 30,000 jobs throughout 2015, according to Statistics Canada, due to sinking crude oil prices. “There may be some people who are running out of EI (Employment Insurance) at this point in time, and may be running out of other options — that’s just starting out,” Hauer said. But there hasn’t been any significant increase in the number of people applying for on-farm jobs, Hauer said. The CAHRC is wrapping up research on current and future agricultural workforce needs, but will not be releasing the final results until about mid-March. The only piece of advance data released by the CAHRC shows a labour shortage of about 8,000 jobs in the cattle industr y, which includes ranches and feedlots, but excludes food processing. “A person cannot necessarily leave work at the end of the day,” Hauer said. “That’s the difference between agriculture and many other sectors of the economy.” Hauer said it’s not that the cattle industry has a more pressing shortage than other sectors, but it is the only information currently available. “It’s so people can start to understand that there is a shortage in the beef industry, but there are shortages in other sectors as well.”

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Facebook, YouTube put farming on the map Producers use social media to provide facts and address public concerns BY JEFFREY CARTER FOR THE WESTERN PRODUCER

Producers encouraged farmers attending the Southwest Agricultural conference to tell others about their farm through stories, photos or videos. | FILE PHOTO

LONDON, Ont. — Presenting a genuine image of today’s modern agriculture is of paramount importance to Andrew Campbell and Greg Peterson. Campbell has been posting daily cellphone photographs on FaceBook from his dairy farm near London, Ont., while Peterson, together with siblings Nathan, Kendall and Laura, have been releasing parody musical videos on YouTube from their family’s beef

and cash crop farm north of Wichita, Kansas. Most people viewing the posts have been supportive, but there has also been criticism and occasionally online attacks. “ You have to be completely polite and respectful with those people.… If you just fire back, you just create a rift,” Peterson said, citing the example of a vegan who asked how he could kill and eat animals. “If they just want to place their views onto you, you just have to let it go.”

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Campbell said he doesn’t respond to off-the-wall accusations, such as the assertion that he and other dairy farmers routinely rape cows, which is a reference to artificial insemination. However, he does believe there’s value in providing factual information for those willing to listen and learn. “If we’re not part of the conversation, then our side of the story will not exist,” Campbell told the Southwest Agricultural Conference in Ridgetown Jan. 5. “We could easily put our heads down and farm, but if we do that, what kind of industry are we going to pass on to the next generation?” Peterson told the Beef Industry Convention in London Jan. 15 that he recruited his brothers three years ago to perform “I’m a farmer and I know it,” a spoof of the popular I’m Sexy and I Know It music video by performers LMFAO. Several other parodies followed, and millions have watched them. “To me, this shows the power of social media,” Peterson said.

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EDMONTON — When Shane Groendahl goes to a party, he likes to slap down a growler of his Blindman Brewing beer and announce that it is what beer should taste like. It’s that passion for brewing beer, as well as the taste of craft beer, that has Albertans switching from drinking traditional beers to craft beer, said Groendahl, one of the five owners of Blindman Brewing in Lacombe, Alta. “We have had a profound response from the community,” he said during FarmTech. Blindman Brewing began brewing in September, opened in December and is already thinking of expanding to meet the need. Alberta now has 20 craft breweries, and another eight will be opening soon. Ribstone Creek Brewery in Edgerton, Alta., started in 2012 with four friends, but expanded to 80 investors. It was a way to boost the tax base in the small village and have fun brewing beer. “We are not going to brew beers that are boring and bland. We wanted to brew something that push people’s palette,” said Hogarth, who is the company’s head brewer. Its beers are pure barley beers and use 50 to 200 percent more barley per litre than typical beer brands. Most of the beer is from Alberta. Graham Sherman of Tool Shed Brewing Company of Calgary and his partner, Jeff Orr, were technology geeks with a love of good food and beer before they opened their brewery. “Making beer is one of the most incredibly fun, pleasing things ever,” said Sherman. The rules have changed dramatically since Tool Shed began brewing its beer. Until 2013, breweries in Alberta had to produce at least 500,000 litres of beer. To get around the rules, Tool Shed brewed its beer in British Columbia and imported it back to Alberta. However, Alberta dropped the minimum litre rule in December 2013, and craft breweries took off in Alberta. Sherman believes Alberta is one of the best place to brew beer in Canada with its fresh water, plentiful barley and world-class maltsters. Competing against giants such as Molson and Labatt’s isn’t easy, but Sherman leaves a lot of the marketing to his customers, who demand that their local bars and liquor stores stock Tool Shed beer. Groendahl said recent changes to taxes and the pricing structure that favour local beers have also helped get their beer into liquor stores and bars. Enthusiasm for good beer can launch a product, but it takes cash to keep it going. “It’s not insurmountable,” said Groendahl. The partners took out a govern-

ment loan to buy their equipment, but water, natural gas, electricity and other expenses add up. “It’s a very viable business and now doable without the minimum production cap,” he said. Tool Shed paid $40,000 to buy canning machine, and with both credit cards maxed out and money from family, the partners launched the brewery with $300,000. They now have $4 million invested.

Eighty investors allowed Ribstone to start its brewery debt free, which has helped keep costs low. The potential for craft breweries across the province is “mind blowing,” said Hogarth. “I can’t wait to see where we are in two or three years. I hope to see local brewers across every town in Alberta.”

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2008 CHEVROLET IMPALA LS, never smoked in,125,000 kms, fresh Sask safety, all options available when purchased, many years of driving left in this car, exc. cond., $6,200 firm. Replacement cost $44,000. 306-563-8765, Canora, SK. 2009 CHEV HHR, 2.2L, auto trans., loaded, like new, 126,000 kms, selling due to health, $6500 OBO. Call 306-459-2728, 306-459-7530, Ogema, SK. 2015 CHRYSLER 200S, AWD, $26,999. Call 1 - 8 0 0 - 6 6 7 - 4 4 1 4 , Wy ny a r d , S K . www.thoens.com DL #909250. 2015 SUBARU CROSSTEK, most fuel efficient AWD crossover in North America, MSRP from $24,995. 1-877-373-2662 or www.subaruofsaskatoon.ca DL #914077. 2015 SUBARU IMPREZA. Best compact car. $2000 cash purchase discount MSRP from $19,995. Call 1-877-373-2662 or www.subaruofsaskatoon.ca DL #914077. 2015 SUBARU LEGACY, $1500 cash purchase discount MSRP from $23,495. Call 1-877-373-2662 or subaruofsaskatoon.ca DL #914077. C H E C K O U T O U R p a r t s s p e c i a l s at www.Maximinc.Com/parts or call Maxim Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946.

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2013 D0EPKER TRIDEM Impact end dump gravel trailer w/electric tarp, full frame, two lift axles, Hardox 450 floor and side wall material, 11R24.5 tires. Farmer owned, parked most of the time, $56,500. Phone: 204-736-4854, Sanford, MB.

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2007 IH 9400, with Cummins 435 HP 10 spd. AutoShift, 20’ box, alum. wheels and tanks, exc. cond., certified, $67,500; 2006 Peterbilt, 475 HP, Detroit 18 spd., A/T/C, alum. wheels, tanks, chrome bumper, like new tires, new paint, 20’ BH&T, exc. shape, show truck, $69,500; 2007 Mack CH613, 460 Mack eng., 13 spd., AutoShift, alum. wheels, new tires, A/T/C, new paint, 20’ BH&T, very nice, $67,500; 2007 Mack, 460 Mack eng., 12 spd. auto. trans., 3-way lockers, alum. wheels, good tires, 20’ BH&T, rear controls, pintle plate, $69,500; 1990 Kenworth T600, 450 HP Detroit, 10 spd., alum. front wheels, good tires, pulls good w/1996 36’ Cancade 2 hopper grain t r a i l e r - n i c e s h ap e , $ 3 5 , 0 0 0 ; 2 0 0 0 Freightliner Century Classic M11 Cummins, 375 HP, Super 10 speed, exc. tires, 20’ BH&T, alum. wheels, $47,500; 2007 IH 9400, 430 HP Cummins, new 20’ BH&T, new paint, good tires, alum. wheels and tanks, 10 spd. AutoShift, $67,500. Trades accepted. Call Merv at 306-276-7518, 306-767-2616, Arborfield, SK DL #906768 AUTOSHIFT TRUCKS AVAILABLE: Boxed tandems and tractor units. Contact David 306-887-2094, 306-864-7055, Kinistino, SK. DL #327784. www.davidstrucks.com CHECK OUT OUR inventory of quality used highway tractors. For more details call 204-685-2222 or view information at www.titantrucksales.com

2009 CHEVY DURAMAX 2500 HD, SLT Z71, heated leather, rear camera, sunroof, 29,900 kms., w/$3500. Chrome access., o n ly p u l l e d c a m p e r t r a i l e r, n o t a x . 306-245-3754, or 306-536-0201, Tyvan SK 2011 RAM 1500 Longhorn, crew, 69,000 kms, $27,995. 1-800-667-4414, Wynyard, CIM TRUCK BODIES, grain, silage, gravel, decks, service and installation. For factory SK. www.thoens.com DL #909250. direct pricing and options, call Humboldt, 2012 RAM 1500 Longhorn, crew, RAM box- SK., 306-682-2505 or www.cim-ltd.ca es, $31,995. 1-800-667-4414, Wynyard, MECHANICS SPECIAL: 2006 IHC 4400, SK. www.thoens.com DL #909250. DT 466 tandem, Allison auto, C&C, low 2013 RAM 1500 Laramie, quad, 65,000 mileage, runs and drives, but needs engine kms, $31,995 PST Pd. 1-800-667-4414, work, will take a 20’ box. Was $44,900, Wy n y a r d , S K . w w w. t h o e n s . c o m D L now reduced $29,900. K&L Equipment, #909250. 306-795-7779, Ituna, SK. DL #910885 2014 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, 4x4, Email: ladimer@sasktel.net loaded, PST paid, now $29,995. Greenlight NEW 15’ GRAIN BOX w/high sides, hoist, Truck & Auto, Saskatoon, 306-934-1455 roll tarp and LED lighting. Like new inside www.GreenlightAuto.ca DL #311430 and out, $19,500. 403-932-2405 Cochrane 2014 CHEVY Silverado 1500 LT, loaded, 4x4, 5.3 L, tire pkg., $29,995. Greenlight Truck & Auto, 306-934-1455, Saskatoon, 2007 INTERNATIONAL 9200I Eagle gravel SK. www.GreenlightAuto.ca DL #311430 truck, 242,000 kms, 410 HP Cummins, 18 2014 RAM 1500 Eco Diesel Longhorn Ltd, spd., air ride, 16’ Renn box, roll tarp, fresh $47,995. PST paid. 1-800-667-4414, Wyn- SK. inspection, $49,900. 1-800-667-4515. yard, SK. www.thoens.com DL #909250. www.combineworld.com 2015 DODGE DURANGO, 3.6L LTD. AWD, TANDEM AXLE GRAVEL trucks in inventoleather, sunroof, 13,600 kms, $41,995. ry. New and used, large inventory across Greenlight Truck & Auto, 306-934-1455, Western Canada at www.Maximinc.Com or www.GreenlightAuto.ca DL #311430 call Maxim Truck & Trailer 1-888-986-2946 2015 GMC Sierra 1500 all terrain, fully loaded. 5.3L V8, 33,000 kms, $49,995. Greenlight Truck & Auto, 306-934-1455, www.GreenlightAuto.ca DL #311430 2015 JEEP GRAND Cherokee, New SRT8, 4x4, loaded., was 79,995, now $74,995. Greenlight Truck & Auto, 306-934-1455, www.GreenlightAuto.ca DL #311430. 2015 RAM Laramie Hemi 4x4,loaded, 20,000 kms, $46,995. Greenlight Truck & Auto, 306-934-1455, Saskatoon, SK. www.GreenlightAuto.ca DL #311430 2016 RAM ECO dsl. Laramie Ltd, crew, 1994 FORD AEROMAX L8000, single air$58,950. 0% 72 mo. financing. Wynyard, ride w/24’ deck c/w hoist and side strap sliding winches, original 400,000 kms, one 1-800-667-4414 www.thoens.com 909250 owner since new, will c/w new MB safety, CHECK OUT OUR inventory of quality used outside alum. 11R22.5 rims, Allison auto. highway tractors. For more details call 8.3 Cummins, 300 HP, vg condi., $28,000. 204-685-2222 or view information at 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. www.titantrucksales.com NEW INTERNATIONAL TERRASTAR 3 ton 4x4 at www.Maximinc.Com or call Maxim Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946.

1982 CHEV C70, 92,577 kms, 366, 5&2, roll tarp, good cond., $12,900. Ph toll free 1-877-862-2387, 1-877-862-2413 Nipawin 1995 FREIGHTLINER FL70, Cummins dsl., 9 spd., 16’ CIM BH&T, remote opener, tires good, good cond. 306-595-2180, Pelly, SK.

2007 MACK CXN613, MACK 385 HP, 10 BEELINE TRI-AXLE 50’ logger, 9’6” axles spd. Eaton Ultrashift; 2007 IH 8600, Cat and bunks, well maintained, new paint, 435 HP, 10 spd. All trucks c/w 20’ grain $21,000. 306-276-2080, Nipawin, SK. box, air controls, windows, SK. Certified. 306-567-7262, Davidson, SK. DL #312974 www.hodginshtc.com ALL ALUMINUM TANDEMS, tridems and Super B Timpte grain trailers. Call Maxim Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946 or see www.Maximinc.Com www.titantrucksales.com to view information or call: 204-685-2222, to check out our inventory of quality used highway tractors!

ALLISON AUTOMATICS: 2004 IHC 4400, C&C, DT466, 6 spd, $39,900; 2004 IHC 7400, new 20’ B&H w/silage gate, rebuilt m o t o r, $ 6 9 , 9 0 0 ; 1 9 8 9 G M C t a n d e m grain/gravel truck, Cummins diesel auto, NEW INTERNATIONAL TERRASTAR 3 ton 15’ B&H $19,900. K & L E q u i p m e n t , 4x4 at www.Maximinc.Com or call Maxim 306-795-7779, Ituna, SK. DL #910885. Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946. ladimer@sasktel.net

FUEL TRUCK: 1996 T450 Kenworth, 3600 LOOK AT THIS! an excellent find, only gal. fuel capacity, dual pumps and meters, 76,000 original kms. 1982 L8000 Ford, 3208 Cat dsl, 5&2 trans., 14’ flatdeck, new coded. Call 306-493-9393, Delisle, SK. paint, exc. tires. All around excellent truck, Make a great water or delivery truck, etc. $11,500. Call Merv at 306-276-7518, 306-767-2616, Arborfield, SK DL #906768

2010 VOLVO DAYCAB, 620,000 kms, 13 spd. 46&12, N14, 485 HP, alum., fresh safety, nice heavy spec, fleet maintained truck, $46,900. Cam-Don Motors, 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK.

1993 IH 8100 tandem, 466 dsl., 10 spd. trans., 12,000 front axles, 40,000 rears, excellent cond., w/18’ flatdeck, exc. tires, 433,000 kms. Good water or delivery truck. $21,500. Call Merv 306-276-7518, 306-767-2616, Arborfield, SK DL #906768 2003 FORD F450 4x4, auto, V10, 99,300 kms, 225/70R19.5xDS2 Michelin tires, vg condition, 7’x7.5 flatdeck w/15” sides, c/w Ferrari Model 535C crane, $14,000. 204-362-1275, Plum Coulee, MB.

2005 IHC 7400, DT466, 8LL, 12&40, AC, CHECK OUT OUR inventory of quality used 26’ deck, c/w side winches, 450,000 kms, highway tractors. For more details call fresh Sask. safety, vg, $32,900. Cam-Don 204-685-2222 or view information at Motors, 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. www.titantrucksales.com FLATDECK WITH HOIST 20’, 2007 C7500, 7.8L diesel, 6 spd., 12/23 axles, 280K, hyd. brakes, SK. truck, $28,000. 306-563-8765. TANDEM AXLE GRAVEL trucks in inventory. New and used, large inventory across 2013 PROSTAR IH, daycab, in-dash GPS, Western Canada at www.Maximinc.Com or 500 HP MaxxForce, 18 spd. trans., 46,000 call Maxim Truck & Trailer 1-888-986-2946 rears, front axle 14,000, ratio 3.91, WB 228”, only 129,000 miles, 11R22.5 tires, 1996 FORD 350, c/w 460 5 spd., under with wet kit, new MB safety, for only hood compressor, crane, rear winch, nice service body with enclosed cabinets, $85,000. 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB $7500. 780-220-1950, Lamont, AB. 4- 2013 VOLVO VNL300 day cab T/A tractors, 500 & 550 HP, I-Shift auto, 46S lockers, $79,900. DL #1075. 250-640-7422, BC. dale_kuhn@babinetruck.com

2008 DODGE RAM 4500 Quad Cab 4x4 flatdeck. 6 spd. manual, 6.7 diesel, $21,950, one owner, well maintained. Call Resource Auto 306-222-7771, Regina, SK. Visit www.resourceauto.ca DL #317129.

2013 JEEP CHEROKEE Overland, hemi, Top of Line, $35,995. 1-800-667-4414, Wynyard, SK. www.thoens.com DL #909250. 2014 DURANGO LIMITED, AWD, loaded, leather, DVD, 27,000 kms, $41,995. Call - 8 0 0 - 6 6 7 - 4 4 1 4 , Wy ny a r d , S K . 2014 KENWORTH T370, auto trans, Paccar 1www.thoens.com DL #909250. engine, with a sewer equipment company America, Truck Jet 800-HPR Series 2, 2014 FORD FLEX SEL, AWD, $22,995 PST 1500 gallons water supply, unit excellent Pd. Contact 1-800-667-4414, Wynyard, SK. condition, new MB. safety, $129,000. Can www.thoens.com DL #909250. deliver. 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. ATTENTION FARMERS: N14 red flat-top GMC, 1995 Volvo, daycab, 435 HP Cummins, 13 spd., 38 rears, 12 fronts, Safetied to March/2016. Runs great. $12,950. Call Resource Auto 401 Albert St., Regina, SK, 306-522-7771. DL #317129 CHECK OUT OUR inventory of quality used highway tractors. For more details call 204-685-2222 or view information at www.titantrucksales.com DISMANTLING FOR PARTS 2007 IHC 9900i w/cab damage, 475 ISX rebuilt eng. EGR delete, 18 spd. Sexsmith Used Farm Parts, 1-800-340-1192, Sexsmith, AB. HORSE POWER? Fuel economy? Call Smoke ‘Em Diesel to safely add both on your Big Rig! (DPF & Emissions Removal). 306-545-5911, Regina, SK. SANDBLASTING AND PAINTING of heavy trucks, trailers and equipment. Please call for details. Can-Am Truck Export Ltd., 1-800-938-3323, Delisle, SK. SLEEPERS AND DAYCABS. New and used. Huge inventory across Western Canada at www.Maximinc.Com or call Maxim Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946. T800 KENWORTHS, 2010, 2008, 2007, heavy specs., also 2008 daycab; 2013 IH 5900I, 42” bunk, 46 diff, 4-way lock, 18 spd., 390,000 kms; 2009 Western Star, rebuilt Detroit eng., 18 spd., 46s, 4-way lock; 2006 378 Pete, Cat 18 spd., 46 diff, 4-way locks w/roo-bar bumper; 2007 T800 KW and 2006 Pete daycabs, heavy specs.; 2007 IH 9200 daycab, ISX 435, 13 spd; 2006 IH 9200, 475 Cummins, 18 spd., 46 diff; 2004 IH 8600, S/A, daycab, Cat C10, 10 spd.; 1996 T800 KW, 475 Cat, 13 spd. Ron Brown Imp. Delisle, 306-493-9393 www.rbisk.ca DL #905231. WANTED MACK SUPERLINER w/CAT eng i n e o n ly, r u n n i n g o r n o t r u n n i n g . 204-798-8746 (leave message any time) or, 204-800-1527, Beausejour, MB.

2013 Volvo 630 D16, 550 H.P., I-Shift, 12,500 #F/A, 46,000 # R/A, 519k Kms, New steer tires, 4-way lockers, comes with warranty. Stk# TRU21601..............$92,000 2012 Peterbilt, 388 Cummins Engine, 550 H.P., 18 spd, 12,000#F/A, 46,000#R/A, 767k Kms, Great rubber, well maintained Stk# TR21535A...................$9 6 ,000 2016 VOLVO VNX300 Winch Tractor D16, I-Shift, 600 H.P.,20,000 F/A, 46,000 R/A, Stk#TR21507 2012 Peterbilt, 388, ISX, 550 H.P., 18 spd., 12,000F/A, 46,000 R/A, 641,000 Kms. Stk #TRC21508....................$9 9 ,500 2012 Volvo, 630, D16, 550 H.P., 18 spd., 13,200 F/A, 46,000 R/A, White in color, 601,000 km. Stock#TR21544A..................$8 7,000

(3) 2013 Freightliner Cascadia DD13, 450 H.P., (2) - 18spd, (1) Ultra shift, Double bunks, EWS Extended Warranty, ParkSmart, Horizontal exhaust, 12,000 F/A, 40,000 R/A, 639k/664k/724k Kms. . . . .$8 5,000/u n it 2015 Volvo Gravel Truck D13, 425 H.P., I-shift, 20,000 F/A, 40,000 R/A- TR21457. . . .Low Dollar Pricing! 2008 GMC, W5500, DMX, 205 H.P., Automatic, 6,830 F/A, 12,980 R/A, White, 207k Kms Stk#TH21506A.....................$19,000 2016 HINO 195, With 20’ Van Body J05ETP, 210 H.P., Automatic, 7,270 F/A, 13,660 R/A, 5.57 Ratio, spring susp. Stk#TH21509 2011 IHC, Tow Deck, 4300, MXFC, 245, Automatic, 8,000 F/A, 17,500 R/A, White, 236k Kms, Stk#TH21501A.....................$72,000 ...PLEASE CALL FOR MORE DETAILS

Please visit our website at: www.sterlingtruckandtrailer.ca 2003 FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA, daycab, C-15, 6NZ, 500 HP, (recent W/O) 1.3 kms, 18 speed, 12 front, 40 rears, 4-way locks, alum. 22.5, new brakes, fresh SK safety, $34,900. Cam-Don Motors Ltd., Perdue, SK. Call: 306-237-4212. 2005 PETERBILT 378, Cummins 500 HP, 18 spd; 2006 Peterbilt 379, Cummins 475 HP, 13 spd; 2009 IH Prostar, Cummins 500 HP, 18 spd; 2003 Freightliner Columbia, Detroit 500HP (rebuilt), 18 spd., 46 rears, lockers; 2004 Kenworth W900L, Cat 475 HP, 13 spd. Daycabs: 2005 IH 9400, Cat 475 HP, 18 spd, wet kit; 2005 Kenworth T800, Cat 475 HP, 18 spd, 46 rears, 4-way locks. 306-567-7262, Davidson, SK. www.hodginshtc.com DL #312974.

2006 STERLING TRI-DRIVE spreader truck w/2007 roto-mix spreader box, 444,340 kms, 4536 hrs, floater tires. Auto. powered by Cat eng. Well maintained, looked after. Used to spread manure and wood chips, $90,000. Jeff 403-371-6362, Brant, AB.

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2005 WESTERN STAR 4900 SA, Mercedes 450 HP, 13 spd., bunk, airbag suspension, air seats, fresh Safety included, $26,950. Leasing available for as low as $700/mo. Resource Auto, 401 Albert St, Regina, SK. 306-522-7771. Website at resourceauto.ca 2006 KENWORTH T800, ISX 475, 18 spd., 40” flat-top, removable bunk, 4-way locks, 12/46’s, alum. 24.5, only 478,000 kms, fresh SK safety, vg fleet maintained, heavy spec tractor, $45,900. Cam-Don Motors Ltd., 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. 2009 INT. PROSTAR T/A tractor, 340,000 kms, daycab, 485 HP, Cummins, 8 spd, air ride, wet kit, alum budds, $44,900. 1-800-667-4515. www.combineworld.com 2015 VOLVO 780; 2014 Volvo 670; 2013 Volvo 630; 2012 Volvo 630; 2010 Volvo I-Shift. Call 204-871-5170, Austin, MB.

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2008 FORD ESCAPE XLT, V6, AWD, A/T/C, vg, only 94,000 kms, $13,900. Cam-Don Motors Ltd., 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. 2015 JEEP CHEROKEE Trailhawk, $36,995. Contact 1-800-667-4414, Wynyard, SK. www.thoens.com DL #909250. 2015 JEEP GRAND Cherokee, $35,995. Contact 1-800-667-4414, Wynyard, SK. www.thoens.com DL #909250. 2015 JEEP PATRIOT Willys, $22,975. 1 - 8 0 0 - 6 6 7 - 4 4 1 4 , Wy ny a r d , S K . www.thoens.com DL #909250.

CONTINUOUS METAL ROOFING, no exposed screws to leak or metal overlaps. Ideal for lower slope roofs, rinks, churches, pig barns, commercial, arch rib building and residential roofing; also available FINANCING AND RE-FINANCING proposals, lender negotiations and succession in Snap Lock. 306-435-8008, Wapella, SK. plans. Art Lange PAg, CAFA, 12 yrs experience. 780-467-6040, Sherwood Park, AB www.ajlconsulting.ca art@ajlconsulting.ca SUMP PITS TO suit any application! All manufactured using durable polyethylene for guaranteed long life! 1-855-765-9937 FARM/CORPORATE PROJECTS. Call A.L. or view: www.polywest.ca Management Group for all your borrowing 6,000 CONCRETE PAVERS, 30,000 sq. and lease requirements. 306-790-2020, ft., 24”x30”, only $100/pallet (22-23 piec- Regina, SK. es/pallet), loaded in Calgary. 6,000 sq. ft. available now! SM Extruded Polystyrene Fre e In itia l C on s u lta tion s Insulation, 70,000 sq. ft., 2’x4’x3”, R15, only $3/piece, loaded in Calgary. School S u c c e s s ion P la n n in g & Lockers, 12”x15”x72”, single tier $50 and Im p le m e n ta tion double tier $75 each, available SpringCorp ora te , P e rs on a l & Summer 2016. Call Josh 780-707-4791, Es ta te Ta x Brad 587-439-7840, or check us out onCre a tion of Fa m ily Tru s ts / line: www.sustainabuildcanada.com

2015 SUBARU FORESTER. Best small SUV. $2000 cash purchase discount MSRP from $25,995. Call 1-877-373-2662 or NEWLY UPGRADED 20 room housing in www.subaruofsaskatoon.ca DL #914077. Yarbo, SK. servicing Mosaic mines full oc2 0 1 5 S U BA RU O U T BAC K . B e s t n ew cupancy; Beside Regina, 3 acre greenSUV/CUV, MSRP starting from $27,995. house operation includes home; SW Sask. 1-877-373-2662 or subaruofsaskatoon.ca Restaurant, Lounge/Offsale including 15 room motel, great vol. in large progressive DL #914077. town; Assiniboia Restaurant/lounge, exc. DECKS, DRY VANS, reefers and storage business on main thoroughfare; Assiniboia trailers at: www.Maximinc.Com or call Investment Property/Office space fully leased, great return; Mossbank Hotel, Maxim Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946. town of 400, kitchen, offsale, rooms; Restaurant, Hwy #39; Small town Bar/Grill including 3 bdrm house SW SK. Call Brian Tiefenbach, 306-536-3269, Colliers Int., CHECK OUT OUR inventory of quality used Regina, SK. www.collierscanada.com highway tractors. For more details call 5- BARUDAN EMBROIDERY MACHINES, 204-685-2222 or view information at single head, 15 color, less than a year old. www.titantrucksales.com Owner wants to retire. Call 780-862-8575, Tofield, AB. SLEEPERS AND DAYCABS. New and used. Huge inventory across Western Canada at APARTMENT BUILDING: 16 suite condo www.Maximinc.Com or call Maxim Truck & building 12- 2 bed, 2 bath and 4- 1 bed Trailer, 1-888-986-2946. and den. Heated underground parking w/ elevator to upper floors. Vendor may take trades. Call: 780-482-5273, Breton, AB. group.6@outlook.com

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INVESTORS WANTED FOR: Agriculture purposes. Call 306-237-7800.

PROVINCIALLY INSPECTED ABBATOIR for sale. Located in East Central Alberta. Fully equipped. Call Art 780-806-3175. ELK FARM/ HUNT FARM for sale or rent. Call 306-621-7310, Yorkton, SK. LOOKING FOR INVESTOR or investors for profitable business. Call 306-382-0785, Saskatoon, SK.

2011 DODGE CARAVAN SE, 7 passenger, A/T/C, PW, PL, rear heat air, only 99,000 kms, ex-Gov’t fleet, $11,900. Cam-Don Motors, 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. DECKS, DRY VANS, reefers and storage trailers at: www.Maximinc.Com or call Maxim Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946.

USED BANDER FOR SALE, in exc. cond. Used for banding leaf cutter bee nesting boxes. Wanted to buy plastic leaf cutter bee huts. 306-281-8097, Saskatoon, SK. WILL DO STYROBLOCK cocoon harvesting. Call Maurice Wildeman, 306-365-7802, Lanigan, SK.

FARM CHEMICAL/ SEED COMPLAINTS We also specialize in: agricultural complaints of any nature; Crop ins. appeals; Spray drift; Chemical failure; Residual herbicide; Custom operator issues; Equip. malfunction. Ph. Back-Track Investigations 1-866-882-4779 for assistance and compensation. backtrackcanada.com THE HANDLER IS available in 5 sizes and STRONG INVESTMENT IN BUSINESS proven on tens of thousands of farms from And Real Estate in Saskatoon. Minimum across the world. Call 1-855-765-9937 or $80,000. High return of 10%. Call Pat at visit: www.polywest.ca 306-221-7285. HOTELS FOR SALE: Bassano, AB. 24 renovated rooms, bar, 6 VLT’s, new liquor store, Will train. 2 adjacent lots for sale. Nanton, AB: Tavern, 5 VLT’s, restaurant, 6 OLD SPORTS CARDS. Looking to buy all old rooms, liquor store on Hwy. Will train. sports cards. Must be pre 1975, nothing Gravel Pit: Crossfield, AB. Priced to sell. newer. Looking for hockey, baseball, footBruce McIntosh, Re/Max Landan, Calgary, ball. Will pay fair price for all old cards in exc. cond. 780-753-6120, 780-753-4543, 403-256-3888, bruce_bmac@yahoo.ca Cadogan, AB. radicalresto@gmail.com 2006 DURAMAX DUALLY; tandem deck trailer; 50 HP Kubota tractor; mulcher; rake; box blade; finish and rough mower; scarefire; disc; hole digger; cement mixer. All 3 PTH, mint condition. $80,000 OBO. E a g e r We g e r Ya r d s a n d G a r d e n s , 306-782-3108, Yorkton, SK. WHITETAIL OUTFITTING AREA, $390,000. PLANTING CORN, SOYBEANS, and sunFor info. see our website. 306-238-7500, flowers with Case 60’ planter, in Sask. and Meadow Lake, SK. www.saskatchewan.com MB. Call 306-527-2228.

2009 WELLS Cargo food concession trailer, fully self-contained, 19 cu. ft. fridge, 19 cu. ft. freezer, 2 fryers, 42” grill with oven, 7500 KW General power plant, hot and AFFORDABLE RADON mitigation solution cold water system, fire suppression syswith Polywest, Liberty Pumps and Fantech! tem. More info. please call 204-546-3109 1-855-765-9937 or visit: www.polywest.ca home, or 204-572-1654, Grandview, MB.

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ATTACHMENTS PARTS COMPONENTS for construction equipment. Attachments for dozers, excavators and wheel loaders. Used, Re-built, Surplus, and New equipment parts and major components. Call Western Heavy Equipment 306-981-3475, Prince Albert, SK. 2007 VOLVO L20B, 3440 hrs., 1 cu. yard bucket, 12.5/80-18 12PR tires, front/rear lights, extra hyd. lines to bucket, quick coupler, F.O.B. $38,000. 204-795-9192, Plum Coulee, MB. 2012 BOBCAT S205 skidsteer, 1650 hrs, c/w bucket, vg working cond., can deliver, $31,000. 204-743-2324 Cypress River, MB. 2011 HITACHI ZX270 LC-3 hyd. excavator, brand new UC, hyd. thumb, 2 buckets, catwalks, positive air shutoff. 587-991-6605, Edmonton, AB. CLIFF’S USED CRAWLER PARTS. Some o l d e r C at s , I H a n d A l l i s C h a l m e r s . 780-755-2295, Edgerton, AB. VOLVO G990 GRADER, 2007, 20.5 tires, r i p p e r, 6 7 0 0 h o u r s , $ 1 1 0 , 0 0 0 . C a l l 403-291-1010, Calgary, AB. HYDRAULIC SCRAPERS: LEVER 60, 70, 80, and 435, 4 to 30 yd. available, rebuilt for years of trouble-free service. Lever Holdings Inc., 306-682-3332, Muenster SK 1988 JD 644E wheel loader, 23.5x25 tires, 4 cubic yard general purpose bucket with teeth, $35,000. 204-795-9192, Plum Coulee, MB. CAT 980G, $70,000; Hitachi ZX200LC excavator w/thumb, $55,000; 2009 Mack CXU613, 10 spd. auto, 500,000 kms, $35,000; D8R dozer, straight blade, twin tilt, $18,000. 204-376-5194, 204-641-2408, Arborg, MB.

LIONEL’S TRUCKING. Haul farm equip., construction equipment. Scissor neck trailer for oilfield, truck recovery, winch truck service. Drumheller, AB. 403-820-1235.

EQUIPMENT HAULING. Serving Western Canada and Northwest USA. Call Harvey at 1-877-824-3010 or cell 403-795-1872. Vandenberg Hay Farms Ltd., Nobleford AB. Email: logistics@vandenberghay.ca

2003 D-7-R, cab, AC and bush canopy, 4 barrel multi-shank ripper w/A-dozer, angle and tilt, new eng. plus repairs totalled $137,000 approx. 3000 hrs. ago, $105,000 USD; 2001 D-6-R LGP crawler tractor, A-dozer, tilt, cab, AC, bush canopy, diff. steering, Cargo hyd. winch, 7600 hrs., UC approx. 85%, $75,000 USD; 2008 Hitachi ZX270, C-3 hyd. excavator, hyd. thumb, QA bucket, aux. hyds., 7190 hrs., $70,000 USD; 2006 Hitachi ZX270 LC hyd. excavator, QA bucket, 11’ stick, aux. hyd., 6382 hrs., $60,000 USD; 2000 D-6-R LGP, cab, AC, canopy, diff. steering, winch, Aframe 16’8”, very clean machine, $75,000 USD; 2007 Cat D-6-N LGP crawler, c/w 6-way blade dozer, AC, cab, canopy, diff. steering, one BB1 MS ripper, 8626 hrs., extremely clean, UC is like new, $75,000 USD; 2004 D-6-N LGP crawler, w/6-way dozer, AC cab, diff. steering, Allied W6G winch, 10,600 hrs., $62,000 USD; 2- 2005 Komatsu 320 payloaders, w/quick attach buckets, $35,000 USD ea; 2010 Cat 324 excavator w/hyd. thumb, $70,000 USD. 204-871-0925, MacGregor, MB.

OMEGA 20 TON 4x4, hyd. crane; JLG 80’ Manlift; Linkbelt 98 Series crane w/60’ boom; Koehring 405 crane, 60’ boom; Koehring 304 railway crane; two B.E. 22B w/crane booms; Shield Bantam truck crane w/boom; Pettibone hyd. crane, 20 ton, 6x6 truck mounted 80’ crane; F.E. 100’ ladder truck; Pettibone hyd. crane, 12.5 ton; Galion 12.5 ton crane and Austin Western crane. Two yards, over 50 acres. Cambrian Equipment Sales Ltd. Winnipeg, phone: 204-667-2867, fax 204-667-2932.

1990 FIAT ALLIS FD 20 dozer, twin tilt angle blade, HD ripper, bush canopy, enclosed cab with heat, powershift, UC 90% remaining, 24” pads, exc. working cond., $85,000. 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB

FROST RIPPER/STUMP puller attachment for excavators, available with QA or pin-on o p t i o n . We s t e r n H e av y E q u i p m e n t , 306-981-3475, Prince Albert, SK. WANTED: 1996 to 2004 CASE 580 back hoe Model Super L, or Super M. 780-365-2175, Andrew, AB. ROAD GRADERS CONVERTED to pull behind large 4WD tractors, 14’ and 16’ blade widths avail. 306-682-3367, CWK Ent. Humboldt, SK. www.cwenterprises.ca 1974 D7F CATERPILLAR, 3306, powershift, full canopy, brush guards, undercarriage at 60%, good strong machine, good condition, $37,500 OBO. 306-278-7753, Bjorkdale, SK. dhoffus@sasktel.net BRUSH RAKE to fit D8, D7 or Komatsu, 13’, arms, long teeth, excellent shape, $6500 OBO. 780-841-1496, Fort Vermilion, AB. 2008 D85 KOMATSU dozer; 2009 SV212 Case packer; 2007 PC300-7 Komatsu 60’ long reach trackhoe; 2013 PC210LC Komatsu trackhoe; 2008 970 Volvo motor grader; 2007 Komatsu HM 300, 2- 3305 Terex Rock trucks; Esco class hammer 5” pin, 4000 lbs; NPK plate compactor, 28”x40”. Call 306-634-9911, Estevan, SK.

2006 DEERE 850J WLT hydraulic 6-way dozer, very clean machine, new UC, multi shank ripper, 30” pads, bush canopy, $119,000, warranty. Can deliver. Call 204-743-2324 anytime, Cypress River, MB. 1980 CASE W18, new 17.5x25-G2 12PR tires, 2 cubic yard bucket, F.O.B. $25,000. 204-795-9192, Plum Coulee, MB.

LANDMASTER PRODUCTION DOZERS. Two sizes avail. PD14(Ft), $38,500; PD18(Ft), $42,500. SK- Neil Fleischhacker, Humboldt 306-231-8300. AB- Gord Basnett in Stony Plain, 780-913-7353. www.landmaster.ca

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LIGHT AG. EQUIPMENT hauling: great rates, professional and safe service. Call: 403-436-0647, 587-982-4002. info@haywill.ca www.haywill.ca CUSTOM LIQUID MANURE hauling, 3 t a n k s ava i l a b l e . C o n t a c t G e o r g e 306-227-5757, Hague, SK.

2010 CAT 958 WHEEL LOADER, 27,417 hrs, w/Cat quick coupler bucket, 3-3/4 cu. yards, 23.5x25 tires, F.O.B. $110,000. 204-795-9192, Plum Coulee, MB. CAT HYDRAULIC PULL SCRAPERS: 463, 435, 80 and 70, all very good cond., new conversion. Also new and used scraper tires. Can deliver. 204-793-0098, Stony Mountain, MB. 2008 JD 270D LC hyd. excavator, Q/C, 2 LOWDERMILK TRANSPORT IS providing buckets, hyd. thumb, AC, forestry package, one call service for all Equipment/Hay catwalks, pro-heat, positive air shut-off, hauling. Very experienced, multiple trucks 8240 hrs. 587-991-6605, Edmonton, AB. serving AB., SK., and MB. 780-872-0107, 306-252-1001, Kenaston, SK. EQUIPMENT TOWING/ HAULING. Reasonable rates. Contact G H Wells Services and Trucking, 306-741-9059, Morse, SK.

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LONG LAKE TRUCKING, two units, custom hay hauling. Call 306-567-7100, Imperial, SK. EQUIPMENT SALE: Dozers, rock trucks, LARRY HIEBERT TRUCKING: equipment excavators, compactors. Call Conquest hauling, farm machinery. Serving western Equipment, 306-483-2500, Oxbow, SK. Canada. 780-720-4304, Willingdon, AB. KELLO DISC BLADES and bearings: 22” to ANDRES TRUCKING. Heavy Equipment, 42” notched. Parts: oilbath and greaseable combines, bins, hay, grain, Canada/USA. bearings to service heavy construction discs. Call: 1-888-500-2646, Red Deer, AB. Call/text 306-736-3454, Windthorst, SK. www.kelloughs.com 5- EXCAVATOR BUCKETS, trenching and clean-out; also 3 rippers for excavators, some Cats, some WBMs. 204-871-0925, MacGregor, MB. SASKATOON BOILER, 50 HP (low pressure), like new condition, $22,500. 306-921-7583, Melfort, SK. MACKIE EQUIPMENT LTD. New, used and surplus parts including attachments. Using our worldwide locating system, let us help you locate Caterpillar, various others and even hard to find parts. Contact us EQUIPMENT HAULING AND Air Drill today at 306-352-3070, Regina, SK. or visit Towing, Eaton Transport. Call Joel at our website at: www.mackieltd.com 403-396-5714, Lacombe, AB. ELRUS 2442 JAW crusher new in 2007, $165,000; FIATT ALLIS FR160-2 wheel loader, 39,500; 1993 FORD F700 tow CUSTOM TUBGRINDING SERVICE, 475 HP truck, fully equipped, 280,000 kms, Cummins, 10 speed, $24,900. Pro Ag Sales, truck mounted Haybuster tub grinder for your cattle feeding needs. Call Ron at 306-441-2030 anytime North Battleford SK 306-883-7124, Leoville, SK. SKIDSTEERS: 2007 JD 325 high flow, rtoews63@gmail.com cab, heat, 2700 hrs., $24,500.; 2008 Case JIM’S TUB GRINDING, H-1100 Haybuster 465 Series 111, cab, heat, $24,500; with 400 HP, serving Saskatchewan. Call 306-961-8070, Prince Albert, SK. 306-334-2232, Balcarres, SK. GRADER: JD 872G, 6 wheel drive, 2009, 7000 hrs., ripper, new tips, new tires 17.5x25, push block, 14’ moulboard w/new blades, AC, heated seat, mirrors W I L C O C O N T R A C T O R S C O R R A L and back window, fire ext., new batteries, CLEANING. Will do corral cleaning Regi- custom made winter package, $175,000. na, SK. area. Have full line of equipment. Eugene 780-835-0601, Grande Prairie, AB. Also manure wanted. 306-596-7105, BOMBARDIER/ TRAIL GROOMER 2002, bryonb@wilcosw.ca BR275 Cummins eng., Mogul Master drag, NEUFELD ENT. CORRAL CLEANING, w o r k r e a d y, $ 4 2 , 0 0 0 . L e a s e / r e n t payloader, Bobcat with rubber tracks and 306-563-8765, Canora, SK. v e r t i c a l b e a t e r s p r e a d e r s . P h o n e TEREX TS-14B parts: 13 UOT, 17 UOT, and 306-220-5013, 306-467-5013, Hague, SK. 053 series, complete drop in planetary, BRUSH MULCHING. The fast, effective water jacket, drop box, sun and axle gears, way to clear land. Four season service, new blower, rear engine hood, 4 complete competitive rates, 275 HP unit, also avail. rear fenders. Call 306-692-3407 evenings, trackhoe with thumb, multiple bucket at- Moose Jaw, SK. tachments. Bury rock and brush piles and RECLAMATION CONTRACTORS: Bigham fence line clearing. Borysiuk Contracting 3 and 4 leg mechanical trip 3 pt. hitch Inc., www.bcisk.ca Prince Albert, SK., Paratills in stock; parts for Bigham and Tye 306-960-3804. Paratills. Call Kelloughs: 1-888-500-2646.

1978 CAT D6D LGP crawler, $39,500; 2007 JD 850J LGP crawler with ripper, $95,000; 2005 JD 650J LGP crawler with winch $55,000; 2003 JD 750C LGP crawler with winch, $66,000; 1976 Cat 140G grader, front scarifier, $36,000; 1986 Case W-30, 3 yd. loader, 4800 hrs., $27,500; 1979 Cat 941B crawler loader, $18,500; 1976 25 ton 3 axle lowbed, beavertail, $24,500. Text, ph. or email anytime. Robert Harris Equip., 204-642-9959, 204-470-5493, Gimli, MB. rjharrisequipment@gmail.com 1980 FIAT ALLIS HD 16B, rebuilt powershift transmission and torque, full canopy, screened cab, vg UC, tilt angle dozer, full cab, bush ready, warranty, $43,500. Call anytime 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. SKIDSTEER ATTACHMENTS: Buckets, rock buckets, grapples, weld-on plates and much more large stock. Top quality equipment. Call Quality Welding and Sales 306-731-3009, 306-731-8195, Craven, SK. 2005 CAT D6N LGP, cab, air, heat, bush ready, 6-Way, 3 shank ripper, 85% UC, $90,000. 306-921-9462, Melfort, SK. WELDER, MILLER BIG 40, 400 amps, gas, $2550. 306-921-7583, Melfort, SK.

3406B, N14, SERIES 60, running engines and parts. Call Yellowhead Traders, 306-896-2882, Churchbridge, SK. USED, REBUILT or NEW engines. Specializing in Cummins, have all makes, large inventory of parts, repowering is our specialty. 1-877-557-3797, Ponoka, AB. WANTED DIESEL CORES: ISX and N14 Cummins, C15 Cats, Detroits Ddec 3, 4, DD15. Can-Am Truck 1-800-938-3323.

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BATCO-REM CONVEYOR and VACUUM: 1545FL Batco conveyor, $23,500. Rem VRX grain vac, $23,500. 306-648-3321, Gravelbourg, SK.

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2009 CASE/IH 7120, 900 tires, 2016 PU header, field ready, $200,000; 2013 FD75 MacDon 30’ flex header with pea auger, $85,000. A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment, 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK. 2011 IH 9120, 1005 hrs, duals, deluxe cab, AutoSteer, c/w warranty, $188,800. 1-800-667-4515. www.combineworld.com

2010 CATERPILLAR LEXION 590, 1100 hrs threshing, 1500 hrs engine. Has yield, moisture, card reader, mapping, Sunnybrook cylinder, duals, rear hitch, cameras, P516 header, fully dealer serviced, exc. cond., $200,000. Located near Edmonton. 780-699-9827, Fort Saskatchewan, AB.

2009 NH 9070, 1644/1350 hrs, IntelliView II display, Y&M, remote sieve adjust, elec. stone trap, duals, diff. lock, long auger, PSD, deluxe chopper, chaff spreader, c/w 76-C 14’ Swathmaster PU plus 2003 NH 94-C 36’ draper header, fore/aft, split PU reel, single knife drive, gauge wheels, transport, all stored inside, $220,000 OB0. Call 780-608-9290, Strome, AB.

2003 NH CR970, 1158 hrs, duals, Mav chopper, Y&M, ready to go, $99,800. 1-800-667-4515. www.combineworld.com 2004 CR970, Mav chopper, Michel’s hoptarp, dual tires, 2300 eng. hrs., 1700 RECON 300/400. Dry hay 35 to 65% fast- per hrs., dealer serviced. 306-961-1538, er. Combine 2 swaths into 1. Recondition sep. 306-960-4430, Domremy, SK. and move swath to dry ground. Make high q u a l i t y d r y h a y f a s t e r . C a l l 2013 NH CR9090 #PN3305A with 790 CP 1-888-907-9182. www.agshield.com PU, 945 eng. hrs., 672 sep. hrs., $347,200. Call 306-922-2525, Prince Albert, SK. or 2011 AGCO 4200 16’, auto HHC, reel online: www.farmworld.ca speed w/16’ Swathmaster, $19,800. 2005 NH CR970 #PN32028, with 76C 1-800-667-4515. www.combineworld.com Swathmaster PU, 2156 eng. hrs., 1590 sep. hrs., $89,900. Call 306-922-2525, Prince Albert, SK. or www.farmworld.ca 1999 TX68, SWATHMASTER PU, 2700 hrs., $24,500; 1997 TX68, 2500 hrs., $26,500. Nate Golas 204-372-6056 FisherBranch MB

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4- 2011 JD 4930s, 1800 to 2000 hours, $249,000. to $269,500. Nelson Motors & Equipment. Call: 1-888-508-4406, or view online at: www.nelsonmotors.com 2013 JD 4940, 766 hrs, 120’, 380/105R50, 20” nozzle, BoomTrac 5 sensor, $351,200. South Country Equipment, 306-842-4686, Weyburn, SK. 2009 JOHN DEERE 4930, 120’ 2302 eng. hrs., 1200 gal, 20” nozzle, SF2 AutoTrac, $210,000. South Country Equipment, 306-721-5050, Regina, SK. 2007 SPRA-COUPE 7650, 90’, JD ATU, Greenstar 1800, Raven Rate/Auto. South Country Equipment. Call: 306-726-2155, Southey, SK. 2009 SPRA-COUPE 4660, 80’, std. trans., hitch, 400 gal. tank, foam marker, flood light kit, EZ-Steer 500, 3 sets of rear tires, $65,000. 306-768-7399, Carrot River, SK.

1994 WILMAR 745, 80 feet, 3640 hours, $25,500. South Country Equipment, 306-721-5050, Regina, SK 2011 JOHN DEERE 4930, 120’, 2171 hrs., 2010 NH, 80’, 800 gallon, wind screens, sect. control, Sharpshooter, 380/105R50, fenders, autorate, mint condition, $28,000. $255,500. South Country Equipment, Call 306-648-7618, Gravelbourg, SK. 306-842-4686, Weyburn, SK WANTED DUALS TO fit Brandt suspended 2011 CASE IH 4420 Sprayer, 1200 gal, boom sprayer, 480/80R46 . 306-436-7600, 120', AIM, fully loaded, luxury cab, 2 sets of 306-436-4334, Milestone, SK. tires, crop dividers, Viper Pro, reversing g.m.henry@sasktel.net fan, fresh inspection, field ready, $245,000. FLEXI-COIL 67XL PT sprayer, 1250 tank, 306-541-7989, Rouleau, SK. 100’ boom, new hydraulic pump. 306-464-2046, Lang, SK.

2013 JOHN DEERE 4830, 100’, 900 engine h o u r s , Au t o Tr a c , s e c t i o n c o n t r o l , 380/90R46, $285,600. South Country Equipment, 306-743-2110, Raymore, SK. 2014 CIH 4430, 120’, 740 hrs., loaded, AIM, AutoBoom, AccuBoom, Viper Pro, single and dual nozzles, end nozzles, clean out valves, 2 sets tires and fenders, Offers. Call 306-228-7612, Unity, SK. 2 0 1 3 ROGATOR RG1300, 440 hours, $356,000. Nelson Motors & Equipment, 1-888-508-4406, www.nelsonmotors.com

2009 1284 AG-CHEM, 1000 gal. tank, 110’ booms, 2860 hrs., reduced to $86,000. USD. 406-466-5356, Choteau, Montana. View: www.fertilizerequipment.net 2011 JOHN DEERE 4930, 120’, 1657 eng. hours, 5 sensor BoomTrac, SwathPro, $232,900. South Country Equipment, 306-692-2371, Moose Jaw, SK.

TRIDEKON CROP SAVER, crop dividers. Reduce trampling losses by 80% to 90%. Call: Great West Agro, 306-398-8000. BANDIT 3210 LIQUID fertilizer system! Introducing the all new and fully engineered TBH caddy. Call 1-855-765-9937 or visit: www.polywest.ca FITTINGS AND VALVES for your liquid handling needs, all offering the ultimate in sealing power and corrosion resistance. Call 1-855-765-9937 or www.polywest.ca

2010 MORRIS 8370 TBT, var. rate, c/w 3rd tank, vg, $74,900. Cam-Don Motors, 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. 2007 BOURGAULT 5725 47’, 10” spacing, Series II w/DS, MRB’s, Raven NH3, exc. cond., field ready, w/warranty, $54,900. 1-800-667-4515. www.combineworld.com 2011 70-12 SEEDMASTER, c/w 2012 Nova air tank, includes 300 bu. onboard tank, exc. cond., low acres, $220,000 OBO. Call Shaun at 306-831-8963, Rosetown, SK. 2002 JD 1820, 41’, 270 bu. 1900 cart, 12” spacing, blockage monitors, double shoot dry w/Dickey John NH3, $35,000 OBO. 306-452-3233, Antler, SK. NEW 2015 FLEXI-COIL 4350, mech. TBH. Last one! Cam-Don Motors, 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. 2015 PILLAR, MODEL 6012, approx. 5500 acres, excellent shape, drill only, $225,000 OBO. 306-741-1634, Hazlet, SK. info@mustangsol.com 2002 BOURGAULT 5350 air cart, dual fans, 3 tanks, 3 tank metering, 491 monitor, light pkg., rear rice tires, good condition, $36,000. 306-782-7347, Yorkton, SK. SLEEPERS AND DAYCABS. New and used. Huge inventory across Western Canada at www.Maximinc.Com or call Maxim Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946. 2008 BOURGAULT 5710, DS, AtomJet openers, 74’, w/2008 Bourgault 6550 tank, c/w deluxe 10” auger, dual rear wheels, exc. cond. 306-441-1648, Battleford, SK. COMBINE WORLD NOW carries Atom Jet openers! We want your old ones on trade! 1-800-667-4515. www.combineworld.com 2015 MORRIS C2 air drill, 41’, 10” spacing, 9450 tank, 450 bu., 2000 acres on unit. Call 306-460-7767, Eatonia, SK. 4300 BOURGAULT, single shoot, cameras in alll 3 tanks, new back tires, rear hitch, new auger, tube, and hyd. motor on fill auger 3 seasons ago, $17,000 OBO. For more info 306-246-4442, Hafford, SK. BEST VALUE FOR your dollar with our advanced carbide air drills. Find out more at: www.vwmfg.com or 403-528-3350, Dunmore, AB. 72’ OF BOURGAULT 3.5” steel packers on 9.8” spacing, for 5710 or 5810, in gangs, done 3000 acres. Call 204-648-7085, Grandview, MB. TECHNOTILL 2015 62’ on TBH Case 600 cultivator (Flexi-Coil), 12” spacing, FlexiCoil air pack, Intelligent blockage monitor, superior setup, ready to go, can hook to Bourgault or Flexi-Coil cart, like new cond. 306-421-9909, Estevan, SK. 2014 SEEDMASTER 70’, 12”, 20 bu. canola tank w/ultra Pro, 800 rears, $227,000. 12,000 acres done. 403-505-9524, Ponoka 2013 NH P2050 with P1060, double shoot, side banding, 430 bu. air cart, exc. cond., $142,000 OBO. 306-297-7400, Shaunavon. 2008 JD 1890 43’ air drill, 10” spacing, exc. cond., asking $65,000. 2004 Morris never pin drill 34’, JD 787 tank, exc. cond. 306-842-6246, Weyburn, SK.

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2009 SEEDMASTER 8012, 80’, 12” spacing, double shoot, run blockage, new seed boots, smart hitch, exc. cond., $115,000 OBO. 306-861-4592, Fillmore, SK CONCORD 56’, 12” spacing, Bourgault 3” paired row tips, duals on wings, scraper on packer wheels, exc. cond., $18,000; 3400 Concord tank, $9000; both for $25,000. 306-861-4592, Fillmore, SK. 2013 SEEDMASTER 6012 60’, seed brakes and other options: Nova 560-8-D, load cells, 40 bushel rear tank, sectional control and flow sensors, $248,000. 780-754-2361, Irma, AB. 2010 65’ BOURGAULT 3310 paralink, 12” spacing, mid row shank banding, DS, rear hitch, $148,000. A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment Ltd. 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK. 2008 JD 1910 430 bu., tow behind, 8 run, vari-rate, double shoot, $49,000; 1998 JD 1900, 3 comp, 430 bu., 8 run, $24,800. 1-800-667-4515. www.combineworld.com 1997 39’ MORRIS Maxim air drill, 10” spacing, Atom Jet boot with Morris 180 cart, $23,000. A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment, 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK. 2008 CASE/IH AIR CART, ADX 3380, 380 bushel, 3 tank, $30,000 OBO. Contact 780-518-5896, Wanham, AB. FLEXI-COIL 2320, air tank, double shoot, up to 8 runs, excellent condition, $15,000 OBO. 306-861-4592, Fillmore, SK. FLEXI-COIL 6000 w/2340 seed cart, double shoot. 780-349-2798, Westlock, AB.

2012 NEW HOLLAND P2070 air drill, 60', CONSERVA PAK, 40', 12", 2006 ILS shanks, 12" spacing, P1060, 430 bu. cart, DS, var. frame 1991, $40,000. Call: 306-424-7748, rate, shedded. 306-296-7575, Frontier, SK. Montmartre, SK., le.lepage@yourlink.ca 1998 MORRIS MAXIM drill and 7180 trail- 1997 CONCORD 4812 air drill, double ing tank #B21999C, 7.5” spacing, 3.5” shoot dry with NH3, Dutch openers, 2000 steel packers, $25,000. Ph 306-864-3667, JD 1900 seed cart, 270 bushel, $35,000 OBO. 306-452-3233 Antler, SK. Kinistino, SK. or www.farmworld.ca EXCELLENT WEAR RESISTANCE carbide 2011 BOURGAULT 66’ air drill #B22480A, drill points / drill openers. Find out more 12” spacing, mid-row shanks, double a t : w w w . v w m f g . c o m o r c a l l : shoot, $143,000. 306-864-3667, Kinistino, 403-528-3350, Dunmore, AB. SK. or view online at www.farmworld.ca 2006 EZEE-ON 7550 air drill, 10” spac2001 51’ or 40’ FLEXI-COIL 5000, 9” space, ing, 5” rubber capped packers, 4” carbide new: tower, hoses and run blockage, 3” tip openers with 3115 tank (2005), asking rubber, 2320 TBH cart, $26,000 OBO. Can $49,500. 306-452-7004, Parkman, SK. separate. 306-861-4592, Fillmore, SK. 2006 JD 1820, 40’, DS, 10” spacing 2011 JD 1870 Conserva Pak 40’, double w/1910 seed cart, 340 bu., spent $15,000 shoot, primary blockage monitors, newer updating. 780-349-2798, Westlock, AB. seed and fertilizer knives, 430 bu. JD 1910 2011 MORRIS CONTOUR C1 drill; 2002 air cart, 10” auger, excellent condition, Flexi-Coil 3450 TBH cart, 51’, 12” spacing, $155,000 OBO. 306-221-2190, Perdue, SK. single shoot drill, $110,000. 306-922-2525 2009 BOURGAULT 6450 TANK, double Prince Albert, SK. www.farmworld.ca shoot dry, cab rate adjust, deluxe 10” au- 2008 FLEXI-COIL 7500, 60’, 10” spacing, ger, bag lift, 591 monitor, 3 tank metering, single shoot, 3” steel packer, no tank, rubber excellent, shedded, $72,000. Call ready for TBT tank, exc. cond., like new, 306-460-9846, Coleville, SK. $17,500 OBO. 306-861-4592, Fillmore, SK. 1993 FLEXI-COIL 2330 AIR CART, double MOON HEAVY HAUL pulling air drills/ air shoot, $6000 OBO. 306-625-7546, Ponteix, seeders, packer bars, Alberta and Sask. 30 years experience. Call Bob Davidson, SK. Drumheller, AB. 403-823-0746. 1 9 9 3 B O U R G A U LT 3 2 2 5 a i r t a n k 2003 FLEXI-COIL 5000, 51’, c/w 3450 #PB2965D, 2 tank metering, 225 bu. TBH, tank, 9” space, gear boxes changed, Atom new 820 monitor, $9,700. 306-922-2525, Jets, exc. 306-442-4222, Pangman, SK. Prince Albert, SK. or www.farmworld.ca 2005 FLEXI-COIL 4350 TBH AIR CART, DS, variable rate, good shape, asking $40,000 OBO. 780-385-5064, Killam, AB. 2006 NH 57’, 10” spacing, double shoot, 380 var. rate cart, TBH, very good shape, $72,000 OBO. 403-317-4976, Burdett, AB. 45' 1993 FLEXI-COIL 5000 air drill, with 2010 CIH 3430 air cart, variable rate, dual wheels, drill, 9" spacing, double shoot, blockage sensors, Dutch low draft openers, $80,000. 306-625-7546 Ponteix, SK. hroberge@sasktel.net 2 0 0 9 B O U R G A U LT 3 3 1 0 6 5 ’ d r i l l #B22180A, mid-row banders, easily converted to DS, $139,000. 306-864-3667, Kinistino, SK. www.farmworld.ca 2012 SEED HAWK Series 45, 50-10 w/500 bu. TBH tank, quick adjust depth control, dual casters, new seed knives, liq. Alpine kit, var. rate w/Viper monitor and Raven GPS, dual fans, shedded. Dave at: 306-783-7584, 306-621-1155 Yorkton, SK. 2008 BG 6450 air tank #HS34820, 3 tank metering, double shoot, 591 Monitor, always shedded, $83,500. 306-864-3667, Kinistino, SK. or www.farmworld.ca

EXCELLENT WEAR RESISTANCE carbide drill points / drill openers. Find out more a t : w w w. v w m f g . c o m o r c a l l : 403-528-3350, Dunmore, AB. 2012 SEEDMASTER SXG550, 70’, 12”, DS, sectional control, 550 bu. cart, $247,900. Nelson Motors & Equipment, 1-888-508-4406, www.nelsonmotors.com 2007 SEEDMASTER R 66-10TXB, Smart hitch, liquid kit, w/2005 JD 1910, 430 bu., $182,300. South Country Equipment, 306-642-336, Assiniboia, SK 2009 SEEDMASTER TXB70-12, 70’, 12”, JD 550 cart, $279,000. Nelson Motors & Equipment. Call: 1-888-508-4406, or view online at: www.nelsonmotors.com BEST VALUE FOR your dollar with our advanced carbide air drills. Find out more at: www.vwmfg.com or 403-528-3350, Dunmore, AB. BOURGAULT 8800 5 row floating hitch, 32’, with 7130 Morris air seeder, granular 3rd tank. 306-275-4446, St. Brieux, SK. BOURGAULT 28’ FH 210 Series, single shoot with packers, 3/4” carbide openers, w/2115 Special tank, very well maintained $9000. 306-231-6360, Annaheim, SK. 2008 SEEDMASTER 64-12 TXB, dual castors, lift kit, F/C tow behind AP, $133,400. South Country Equipment, 306-842-4686, Weyburn, SK.

2011 DEGELMAN 82’ StrawMaster, hyd. tine, hyd. press, $43,000. Greenland FLEXI-COIL DRILL 5000 HD, 40’, 12” spacEquipment, call Don 204-325-3465, Car- ing, DS and 4350 tank; 1996 NH 9482, man, MB. 2823 hrs., shedded. All in good cond. 403-901-4431, Strathmore, AB. 2013 CASE/IH EARLY RISER planter, 15/30” rows, air pressure packers, sectional control, liquid kit, centre fill seed bins, Yetter row cleaners, used very little, only seeded soybeans, $110,000. 306-421-9909, Estevan, SK. VALUE FOR your dollar with our adWINTER DISCOUNTS on new and used BEST carbide air drills. Find out more at: rollers, all sizes. Leasing and delivery vanced www.vwmfg.com or 403-528-3350, Dunavailable. 403-580-6889, Bow Island, AB. more, AB. 2013 MONOSEM PLANTER, 40’, 15/30” spacing, canola, bean and corn plates, row cleaners, 3 bu. hoppers, Mid Row and seed placed fertilizer, air cart hitch, $150,000 WANTED ENGINE FOR 7206 Deutz or comOBO. 306-541-3758, Francis, SK. p l e t e t r a c t o r. C a l l e v e n i n g s : EXCELLENT WEAR RESISTANCE carbide 306-395-2668, 306-681-7610, Chaplin, SK. drill points / drill openers. Find out more WANTED: TOP DOLLAR paid, any cond. a t : w w w . v w m f g . c o m o r c a l l : D21; D17 w/big round fenders; 4W220; 403-528-3350, Dunmore, AB. 220 and 210. 701-240-5737, Minot, ND. JD 7200 8RN vacuum planter, needs reconditioned, w/o fertilizer, $7,900; JD 7200 8 RN vacuum planter, liquid fertilizer, PT, field ready, $16,900; JD 7200 folding WANTED: COCKSHUTT MFWDs, 1900, 12 RN vacuum planter, w/o fertilizer, re- 1950, 1955, 2050, 2150, 2255, 1650, 1750 conditioned, $18,900. Call me for any of and 1850. Call 701-240-5737, Minot, ND your planter needs as more planters are arriving and my supplier has all sizes, models and makes available. Delivery available. Reimer Farm Equipment Ltd., LIZARD CREEK REPAIR and Tractor. We call Gary at 204-326-7000, Steinbach, MB. buy 90 and 94 Series Case, 2 WD, FWA tractors for parts and rebuilding. Also have HAYBUSTER 107, 1000 DRILLS, rebuilt; r e b u i l t t r a c t o r s a n d p a r t s fo r s a l e . Haybuster 1206’s for parts. WANTED: well 306-784-7841, Herbert, SK. used Haybuster drills and discs from 1000 drill. 403-627-5429, Pincher Creek, AB. 1987 IH 9150, 4 WD, 280 HP, 520/85R38 radials- 80%, very good, 8000 30’ JD 9450 HOE DRILLS, c/w JD 3 drill Firestone o u r s , n i c e s o l i d t r a c t o r, $ 3 9 , 8 0 0 . hitch, Apollo transport, Atom Jet carbide h1-800-667-4515. www.combineworld.com openers, re-capped packer wheels with Shuretite spacers, fertilizer boxes re- 2005 STX 450 quad, high cap. hyds., 4500 newed, optional disc markers, $12,000. hrs., newer tracks, no PTO, $160,000. Call 306-267-6066, Coronach, SK. 306-442-7512, 306-454-2402, Ceylon, SK. BEST VALUE FOR your dollar with our advanced carbide air drills. Find out more at: www.vwmfg.com or 403-528-3350, Dunmore, AB. 2013, INTELLIGENT AG Blockage System, 120 blockage sensors, 8 blockage CPU, router. Excellent condition. Used one year. $7,500 OBO. 306-981-5489, Prince Albert, SK. gsbeauchesne@shaw.ca

KELLO-BILT SERIES 176 10’ tandem disc, 24” notched blades, clean unit, some new bearings, $7,980. Call 1-800-667-4515. 2015 CASE/IH PUMA 150, 10 hrs, 150 HP, www.combineworld.com MFWD, 18F/6R powershift, LHR, 3 PTH, 2013 7450 LANDOLL vertical tillage PTO, 520/85R38 rear, 420/85R28 front, #N22357. New! 39’ wide, 22” disc, 7” diff. lock, 3 hyd., CAHR, front fenders, like blade spacing, $105,000. 306-864-3667, new condition, $137,500. Can deliver. 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. Kinistino, SK. or www.farmworld.ca 2 0 1 1 LEMKEN RUBIN , knife rollers, 2002 CASE MX135, loader, 6800 hours, $79,000. Greenland Equipment, call Mike $58,900. Nelson Motors & Equipment. Call: 1-888-508-4406, or view online at: at 204-745-7690, Carman, MB. www.nelsonmotors.com 2014 GREAT PLAINS 3500 TM vertical tillage #PS3147. New, 36’ 3 section Cat V 1980 CASE/IH 2290, 2 WD, 7,620 hrs., hitch, $101,000. Phone: 306-922-2525, good condition, loader, $16,500 OBO. 306-662-2951, Maple Creek, SK. Prince Albert, SK. or www.farmworld.ca 2013 JD 2625 disk 33’ 7”, 26” blades, 11” spacing, single point, touch depth control, $72,500. Greenland Equipment, call Don at 204-325-3465, Carman, MB. 2015 CASE/IH 600, 60’ cultivator, 12” spacing, 4-bar harrows, NH3 hitch, 600 lb. trips. Call 306-231-8060, Englefeld, SK. KELLO-BILT 8’ to 20’ offset discs w/24” to 36” notched blades; Kello-Bilt 24’ to 38’ tandem wing discs w/26” and 28” notched blades and oil bath bearings. Red Deer, AB. www.kelloughs.com Call: 1-888-500-2646. 2014 LEMKEN HELIODOR 40’ tube/tube, ext. dome, $106,000. Greenland Equip., call Mike 204-745-7690, Carman, MB. USED WISHEK: 14’, 16’, 30. Breaking discs: Towner 18’, Kewanee 14’-16’. Call 1-866-938-8537, Portage la Prairie, MB. www.zettlerfarmequipment.com 2014 MORRIS FIELD PRO 70’ harrow. New 9.16” tines, #HR3447, $36,500. Call: 306-682-9920, Humboldt, SK. or view us online at: www.farmworld.ca

EXCELLENT WEAR RESISTANCE carbide drill points / drill openers. Find out more 2- USED JD 1895 air seeders w/1910 a t : w w w . v w m f g . c o m o r c a l l : carts, 43’, 10” spacing, TBH, double shoot, 403-528-3350, Dunmore, AB. 430 bu., warning system for seed and fert. 2008, is $115,000; 2003, is $90,000. 403-625-6195, 403-625-2541, Claresholm, AB. paul@romfarm.com 2008 SEEDHAWK 66-12, Agtron block, Bourgault air pack, $110,000. South Country Equipment. Phone us at: 306-642-336, Assiniboia, SK 2008/06 JD 1830/JD 1910, 50’, 7.5” sp., 3” rubber press, sgl. shoot, 430 bu., w/duals, TBH, conveyor, $142,900. Greenland Equip., Mike 204-745-7690, Carman, MB. 2013 BOURGAULT 6700 ST air tank, all options, dual high speed fan, bag lift, conveyor, 4-tank meter, X20 monitor, rear hitch, dual tires, shedded, low acres. 204-648-7085, Grandview, MB. 2008 SEEDHAWK 6612, 66’ , 400 bu., 2600 liquid tank, $204,000. Nelson Motors & Equipment. Call: 1-888-508-4406, or visit us online at: www.nelsonmotors.com 2011 BOURGAULT 6550 ST air tank, dual shoot, bag lift, 4-tank meter, 591 monitor, rear hitch, dual tires, shedded, low acres. 204-648-7085, Grandview, MB.

2015 BRANDT 8200, 82’, chrome wear resistant tines, hyd. tine adj., low acres. 306-231-8060, Englefeld, SK. 2015 DEGELMAN 7000 Strawmaster, 82’, Endura tip tines, hyd. tine adj. w/Valmar 3255, low acres. 306-231-8060, Englefeld 1999 FLEXI-COIL S85 70’ heavy harrow, $19,900. Call 1-800-667-4515. View www.combineworld.com

1988 CIH 7130, MFD, 7058 hrs., rebuilt eng., no hrs., 20.8x38- 50%, 3 hyds., 1000 PTO, $33,500. 306-542-3037, Kamsack, SK 1980 IH HYDRO 186, FWA, 3 PTH, dual hyds., c/w 8’ snowblower, new tire chains, $20,000 OBO. 780-220-1950, Lamont, AB. 2013 CASE 500, duals, PTO, 810 hours, $311,000. Nelson Motors & Equipment. Call: 1-888-508-4406, or view us online at: www.nelsonmotors.com WANTED: TOP DOLLAR paid on IH tractors 1026, 1456, 826, 1206, 1256, 756. Call 701-240-5737, Minot, ND. 2004 CASE/IH STX450, 3107 hrs., 20.8x42 triples, PS, 5 hyds., luxury cab, diff locks; or 2000 STX485, 1178 hrs., 800x38 duals, PTO, PS, factory guidance. 204-248-2372, puff@mymnts.net Notre Dame, MB. DTE SYSTEMS CHIPTUNING #1, will fit 600 quad or TJ New Holland, $800. Call David 306-463-4255, Kindersley, SK.

2010 CHALLENGER MT645C, 240 HP, MFWD, 1193 hrs, $155,900. Nelson Motors & Equipment. Call: 1-888-508-4406, or view us online at: www.nelsonmotors.com 2010 CHALLENGER MT875C, Degelman blade, 2700 hrs, $352,000. Nelson Motors & Equipment. Call: 1-888-508-4406, or view online at: www.nelsonmotors.com 2013 CHALLENGER MT965C 4 WD, 602 hrs., 525 HP, Cat C18 eng., 800-70R38 Goodyear duals, PTO, HID lites, diff. lock, hi-flow hyd. pump, GPS ready, deluxe cab, $324,500. 780-632-2514, Vegreville, AB. roly_dennill@dennill.com 2010 875C, 3100 hrs., hyd. swing hitch, full weight package 60,000 lbs., tow hitch, 6 hyd. bank, 36” tracks, upgraded light package, stored inside. A must see! 306-960-1478, Birch Hills, SK.

JD 4640, low hours, premium condition, 24.5x32 tires, $33,000 OB0. 403-823-1894, Drumheller, AB. 1982 JD 4640, approx. 7800 hours, very good cond., $21,000 OBO. 306-260-5802, 306-231-8212, Humboldt, SK. 1993 JD 8870, 350 HP, 6300 hrs, new injectors, new radio, 20.8x42 Michelins, 4 hyds., diff lock, shedded, good condition, $72,900. 204-761-5145, Rivers, MB. 2005 JD 9420, 3126 hrs., 24 spd, lots of weights, 710x38 Goodyear 70%, exc. cond. $150,000. 306-457-2935, Stoughton, SK. 2000 JOHN DEERE 9400T, 24 speed, $91,800. South Country Equipment, 306-842-4686, Weyburn, SK. 1990 JD 4755, MFWD, rebuilt powershift trans., triple hyds., 180 HP, good rubber, work ready. For pricing call Medicine Hat Tractor Salvage Inc. 1-877-527-7278 or 403-548-1205. www.mhtractor.ca 2004 JOHN DEERE 9420, duals, 4700 hrs, $168,000. Nelson Motors & Equipment. Call: 1-888-508-4406, or view us online at: www.nelsonmotors.com 2012 JOHN DEERE 9560R, triples, PTO, 1585 hours, $384,300. Nelson Motors & Equipment. Call: 1-888-508-4406, or view online at: www.nelsonmotors.com 2004 JOHN DEERE 7220, 2WD, 7200 hrs, $58,900. Nelson Motors & Equipment. Call: 1-888-508-4406, or view us online at: www.nelsonmotors.com 2 0 1 2 JD 9560R, triples, 770 hours, $374,000. Nelson Motors & Equipment. Call: 1-888-508-4406, or view us online at: www.nelsonmotors.com JD TRACTOR PARTS. Specializing in engine rebuild kits. Thousands of other p a r t s . S e r v i c e m a nu a l s . 4 2 n d ye a r. www.diamondfarmtractorparts.com Call 1-800-481-1353. 1996 JOHN DEERE 8870, 24 speed, PTO, 14’ Degelman blade, $95,800. South Country Equipment. Call: 306-746-2110, Raymore, SK. STEVE’S TRACTOR REBUILDER looking for JD tractors to rebuild, Series 20s, 30s, 40s or 50s, or for parts. Will pay top dollar. Now selling JD parts. 204-466-2927, 204-871-5170, Austin, MB. 1996 JOHN DEERE 7800, MFWD, loader, 3PTH, 11,845 hrs., $59,500. Nelson Motors & Equipment. Call: 1-888-508-4406, or view us online at: www.nelsonmotors.com 2009 JOHN DEERE 9630T, 2167 hours, $287,000. Nelson Motors & Equipment. Call: 1-888-508-4406, or view online at: www.nelsonmotors.com G.S. TRACTOR SALVAGE, JD tractors only. Call 306-497-3535, Blaine Lake, SK. 2007 JOHN DEERE 7520, loader, 9667 hrs, $87,900. Nelson Motors & Equipment. Call: 1-888-508-4406, or view us online at: www.nelsonmotors.com 2003 JOHN DEERE 6420, 5397 hours, John Deere 640 loader, $65,600. South Country Equipment. Call: 306-424-2212, Montmartre, SK. 1986 JD 8450, 8800 hrs, tires excellent, PTO, shedded, 2nd owner, exc. cond. 306-533-2114, Pangman, SK.

1991 JOHN DEERE 4555, c/w powershift, duals, 5600 hours, $47,900. Nelson Motors & Equipment. Call: 1-888-508-4406, or STEIGER TRACTOR PARTS. New and view online: www.nelsonmotors.com used, from radiator to drawpin, 1969 to 2009 9530, c/w 800 tires, 4 hyds., 48 1999. Give us a call 1-800-982-1769 or GPM, 2500 hrs., shedded, exc. cond., www.bigtractorparts.com $220,000 OBO. 306-831-8963, Rosetown. 2010 JOHN DEERE 9630R, powershift, PTO, HID lights, $260,000. South Country Equipment, 306-721-5050, Regina, SK

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CLASSIFIED ADS 47 2008 NH L190 skidsteer, enclosed cab, AC, heat, smooth bucket w/quick attach, 3800 hrs., pilot controls, $29,000 OBO. 306-621-4428 after 5:00 PM, Yorkton, SK. 2009 DEGELMAN 6900 14’ blade for mounting on Case STX 275/280/325/330 or 335 4 WD tractor, hyd. angle, silage ext., $20,000. Call A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment, 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK.

1989 JD 2755, 7063 hrs., c/w 146 FEL, very good condition, shedded, $26,900 OBO. 780-755-2114, Edgerton, AB. JD 8650, new engine, new tires; JD 4440, rebuilt engine; JD 4450, FWD; JD 4255 FWD. 204-871-5170, Austin, MB.

100 STRAW BALES; 500 3” to 6” used and new fence posts; panels; gates; calf puller; etc. 306-279-4610, Crystal Springs, SK.

ODESSA ROCKPICKER SALES: New Degelman equipment, land rollers, Strawmaster, rockpickers, protill, dozer blades. 2012 JD 9560R, duals, PTO, 1580 hrs, 306-957-4403, 306-536-5097, Odessa, SK. $369,900. Nelson Motors & Equipment. SUNFLOWER HARVEST SYSTEMS. Call Call: 1-888-508-4406, or view us online at: for literature. 1-800-735-5848. Lucke Mfg., www.nelsonmotors.com www.luckemanufacturing.com 1980 JD 4440, rebuilt powershift trans., exc. cond., field ready, 10,000 hrs. For pricing call Medicine Hat Tractor Salvage Inc. 1-877-527-7278 or 403-548-1205. 2013 JOHN DEERE 9460R, 358 hrs., 18/6 powershift, JD link, 710/70R42, HID lights $406,700. South Country Equipment, 306-721-5050, Regina, SK. 2002 JD 6220, MFWD, 16 spd. PQ, 3 PTH, 2 spd. PTO, LHR, 2500 hours; 2000 JD 6310, 2WD, 16 spd. PQ, 3 PTH, 2 spd. PTO, LHR, c/w 620 loader, 3100 hrs. $42,000 each. 306-276-2080, Nipawin, SK. JOHN DEERE 8630 tractor, 4WD, not running, 18x38 tires, PTO, good tin and cab. Call 306-237-4582, Perdue, SK. 2001 JD 7810 and 7410 MFWD, 3 PTH, powrQuad w/LHR, JD 740 loaders, grapple forks, joysticks very clean. 780-674-5516, 780-305-7152, Barrhead, AB. 2015 JOHN DEERE 6140M, MFWD, loader, 198 hours, $172,500. Nelson Motors & Equipment. Call: 1-888-508-4406, or view online: www.nelsonmotors.com

MASSEY 44 DIESEL, c/w loader, new tire chains and front rubber, $2000. 780-220-1950, Lamont, AB.

2008 NEW HOLLAND T6030 Plus, 2541 hrs., 16 speed, 3 hyds., $70,000. South Country Equipment. Call: 306-842-4686, Weyburn, SK. 1998 NH 9882, 4466 hrs., recent injectors and rebuilt pump, rebuilt std. trans, 710/70R38 radial duals- 90%, Outback GPS, shedded, $115,000. 306-463-7020, Flaxcombe, SK. 2008 NH T9050 HD, PS, 55 gal/min., diff locks, 4 hyds and 1 aux. outlets, GPS, AutoSteer, front weights, 710/70R42s, 3460 hrs. $175,000 OBO. 306-562-8440, Canora

WANTED: MASSEY discers, Model 36. Sask., Alberta or Manitoba. Top dollar. 306-625-3369, 306-750-0642, Ponteix, SK. WANTED: TOP DOLLAR paid on IH tractors 1026, 1456, 826, 1206, 1256, 756. Call 701-240-5737, Minot, ND. WANTED: 12 OR 14’ #225 Kello built disc. Call 306-839-4438 or 306-839-7792, Pierceland, SK. WANTED: ANY CONDITION 6030; late model 3020, or 4020; 4620; 4520; 4320 and 4000. Call 701-240-5737, Minot, ND.

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QUILL CREEK BISON is looking for finished, and all other types of bison. COD, paying market prices. “Producers working with Producers.” Delivery points in SK. and MB. Call 306-231-9110, Quill Lake, SK.

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WANT TO PURCHASE cull bison bulls and cows, $3.50 to $4.00/lb. HHW. Finished beef steers and heifers for slaughter. Call O a k R i d g e M e a t s , M c C r e a r y, M B . , 204-835-2365, 204-476-0147. KICKIN’ ASH BUFFALO Meat Products is currently looking for all classes of bison for expanding North American market. Call Paul 780-777-2326, Athabasca, AB. or email to cabi1@telus.net WANTED: ALL KINDS of bison from yearlings to old bulls. Also cow/calf pairs. Ph Kevin at 306-429-2029, Glenavon, SK.

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BOARDING: YEAR-ROUND BOARDING available for bison, 5 quarters fenced, $1.50/ head/day. 306-276-1717, White Fox, SK.

WANTED: TOP DOLLAR paid, any cond. D21; D17 w/big round fenders; 4W220; 220 and 210. 701-240-5737, Minot, ND.

BUYING: CULL COWS, herdsire bulls, yearlings and calves. Phone Elk Valley Ranches, 780-846-2980, Kitscoty, AB.

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COMPLETE SHANK ASSEMBLIES: JD 1610, Morris Magnum, $135; JD 610, Morris Magnum II, $185; CCIL #204, $90. Can deliver. 306-946-7923, Young, SK.

SOLIDLOCK AND TREE ISLAND game wire and all accessories for installation. Heights from 26” to 120”. Ideal for elk, deer, bison, sheep, swine, cattle, etc. Tom Jensen ph/fax: 306-426-2305, Smeaton, SK. GUARANTEED PRESSURE TREATED fence lumber slabs and rails. Call Lehner LIQUIDATION SALE ON AREA DIESEL posts, o d P r e s e r ve r s L t d . , a s k fo r R o n MODULES! All 'Area Diesel' modules must Wo 306-763-4232, Prince Albert, SK. go at cost price! Modules for John Deere, Case/IH, New Holland, Agco, Cat and light MULCHING- TREES, BRUSH, Stumps. duty trucks. New condition. 306-586-1603, Call today 306-933-2950. Visit us at: Emerald Park, SK. info@tristarfarms.com www.maverickconstruction.ca www.tristarfarms.com 2" PIPE! WE have 13,000 feet of 2" pipe available in 24' lengths at $.95/foot. Lacombe area. John at 403-831-4095, or SEASONED SPRUCE SLAB firewood, one cord bundles, $109, half cord bundles, email: nexgenpipe@gmail.com $72; Blocked and split wood also available. EXCELLENT WEAR RESISTANCE carbide V&R Sawing, 306-232-5488, Rosthern, SK. drill points / drill openers. Find out more a t : w w w . v w m f g . c o m o r c a l l : BLOCKED SEASONED JACK Pine firewood and wood chips for sale. Lehner Wood Pre403-528-3350, Dunmore, AB. servers Ltd., 306-763-4232, Prince Albert, BOURGAULT 5710 64’ air drill; 535 Buhler SK. Will deliver. Self-unloading trailer. Vers. tractor; Farm King 70x13 grain auger; 9120 Case/IH combine. Located at POPLAR - $50/cord; Dry pine - $75/cord; Tamarack - $85/cord. Trucking $5/loaded Luseland, SK. Call 587-296-0588. km. with picker truck. Spruce rails also HORSE POWER? Fuel economy? Ph Smoke avail. Call 306-764-0584, Prince Albert, SK ‘Em Diesel to safely add both on your farm equipment! 306-545-5911, Regina, SK.

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WESTERN IRRIGATION: Cadman travelling gun dealer. One used Cadman 4000S traveller; Used 2 miles of 6” ring lock used alum. pipe; Used diesel pumping unit. We buy and sell used irrigation equipment. 306-867-9461, 306-867-7037, Outlook, SK

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NILSSON BROS INC. buying finished bison on the rail at Lacombe, AB. for winter delivery and beyond. Smaller groups welcome. Fair, competitive and assured payment. Call Richard Bintner 306-873-3184.

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2014 NH T7190, FWA, deluxe cab, 4 hyds., plumbed, loader ready, 349 hrs. Call Dave 403-556-3992, Olds, AB. 1998 NH 9882, N14 Cummins, 450 HP, 710R38 metrics, pump(injector) and pivot, pins done recently, 6171 hrs., exc. cond., $85,000. 306-442-4222, Pangman, SK. 1998 NH 9682 4 WD, 3877 hrs, 20.8R42 tires w/triples or duals, Trimble AutoSteer 750 monitor, $90,000 OBO. 306-768-3442, H E AV Y D U T Y PA R T S o n s p e c i a l at Carrot River, SK. or jclcfarm@gmail.com www.Maximinc.Com/parts or call Maxim Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946. CHECK OUT OUR inventory of quality used 1982 VERSATILE 895, new rubber, 5700 highway tractors. For more details call hrs, shedded, $28,000. 306-764-2025, 204-685-2222 or view information at www.titantrucksales.com 306-961-9586, Prince Albert, SK. 2008 VERSATILE 435, 4WD, 3182 hrs., BEST VALUE FOR your dollar with our ad800R38 Firestone tires, 12 spd. sync trans., vanced carbide air drills. Find out more at: Outback AutoSteer, vg cond., $145,000 www.vwmfg.com or 403-528-3350, DunOBO. 204-267-2637, 204-745-8443, Elm more, AB. Creek, MB. ennshd@gmail.com 2- BOLT-ON 3 POINT HITCHES from Case VERSATILE 500, 4 WD, row crop tractor, tractor. Grant 306-746-7336, Semans, SK. w/row crop axles, 3 PTH, PTO, well maintained, low hrs. on updates, $10,000 OBO. also, c/w 3 PTH, row crop solid vertical tillage, 16’, $5000. 204-835-2425, WANTED: JD F100H field conditioner. McCreary, MB. 306-383-2546, 306-229-8638, leave mes1989 846, 18.4x38 duals, PTO, 15 spd. sage, Rose Valley, SK. syncro, 5400 hrs., $29,900. Call Cam-Don Motors, 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. 875 VERSATILE, complete with dozer, very well maintained, asking $26,500 OBO. Call MF #36 DISCERS. Will pay top dollar 403-823-1894, Drumheller, AB. and pick from anywhere. Phone Mike 2014 NEW VERSATILE 550 Delta track, 306-723-4875, Cupar, SK. 113 GPM, PTO, 591 Peak HP, Cat power- WANTED: Older and newer tractors, in shift, deluxe cab, diff locks, reversing fan. running condition or for parts. Goods Used Looking for good trades. Cam-Don Motors, Tractor Parts, 1-877-564-8734. 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. WANTED: USED, BURNT, old or ugly tractors. Newer models too! Smith’s Tractor Wrecking, 1-888-676-4847. GRATTON COULEE AGRI PARTS LTD. Your JD 4250 and 4450 FWA, must have FELs #1 place to purchase late model combine and low hrs. Also, 4 WD Cockshutt 1850; and tractor parts. Used, new and rebuilt. 1950 c/w Detroit eng; 2150 and 2 WD www.gcparts.com Toll free 888-327-6767. 2155. Call: 1-877-564-8734, Roblin, MB.

BLUE WATER IRRIGATION DEV. LTD. Reinke pivots, lateral, minigators, pump and used mainline new Bauer travelers dealer. 22 yrs. experience. 306-858-7351, Lucky Lake, SK. www.philsirrigation.ca

KEET’S FISH FARM: Rainbow Trout fing e r l i n g s fo r s p r i n g s t o c k i n g . C o l l i n 306-260-0288, Rachel 306-270-4639, www.keetsfishfarm.com

SELLICK 5000 FORKLIFT, needs engine, $2800. Call Jamie at 306-259-1212, 306-946-9864, Young, SK.

SPRUCE FOR SALE! Beautiful locally grown trees. Plan ahead and renew your shelterbelt or landscape a new yardsite, get the year round protection you need. INVACARE MOBILE SCOOTER, holds up to We sell on farm near Didsbury, AB. or de400 lbs., used very little, exc. cond., $1500 liver anywhere in Western Canada. 6 - 12’ firm. 306-442-4201, Pangman, SK. spruce available. Now taking spring bookings while supplies last. Phone 403-586-8733 or check out our website at www.didsburysprucefarms.com TROPHY ZONE TANNERY. State of the art facility. Hair on tanning for both taxidermy and domestic hides. Quality work with fast turn around. Call anytime 403-892-7904 or 403-330-6325, Cardston, AB. Email: bunnage@shaw.ca BISON WANTED - Canadian Prairie Bison is looking to contract grain finished bison, as well as calves and yearlings for growing BIRD WATCHERS CALL To The Far North! markets. Contact Roger Provencher at Bird stands and natural locations available. 306-468-2316, roger@cdnbison.com Year round bird and wildlife watching. Tree stands, ground blinds, and natural lo- NEBRASKA BISON BUYING ALL CLASSES cations available. North Western Sas- Bison calves, yearlings, adult bulls, cows, katchewan. Ron Kisslinger 306-822-2256 pairs. All export requirements processed by Nebraska Bison. Contact Randy Miller, or email: p.r.service@sasktel.net 402-430-7058, Adams, Nebraska or email: RandyMiller@Miller95Enterprises.com

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MADER RANCHES, 27th Annual Bull Power Sale, Friday, Feb. 19, 2016, 1:00 PM at the Ranch. 100 Polled, Red and Black Simmental, Simm-Angus, and Angus bulls. Also 10 PB Simmental heifers. Easy calving bulls for heifers, high performance bulls for cows, gaining over 4 lbs/day. Free wintering until April 1st, delivery assistance. Watch and bid online at: www.liveauctions.tv Free catalogue or WANTED ALL CLASSES of bison: calves, view at: www.maderranches.com Ryley yearlings, cows, bulls. Willing to purchase 403-807-8140, Carstairs, AB. any amount. dreyelts1@rap.midco.net Call 605-391-4646. CURRENT PRICES: Bulls $6.00/lb. HHW CAD; Heifers $5.75/lb.; Culls $5.00/lb. Call/text: 306-736-3454, Windthorst, SK. BISON PRODUCERS! Not export ready? We can help! Paying $4.25 USD HHW. Also paying top dollars for cull cows. Tara 403-843-2231 or Armin 403-318-4616.

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NORTHFORK- INDUSTRY LEADER for over 15 years, is looking for finished Bison, grain or grass fed. “If you have them, we want them.” Make your final call with Northfork for pricing! Guaranteed prompt payment! 514-643-4447, Winnipeg, MB.

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BENLOCK FARMS, Thursday, Feb. 25, 2016, 1:00 PM, in The Loft, 60 2 yr. Angus bulls, 45 Commercial bred heifers, 15 purebred heifer calves. 306-668-2125, Grandora, SK. or www.benlockfarms.com

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750 “Forage Developed” bulls sold to 85% repeat customers across Canada indicate versatility, virility & value! Functional, moderate & maternal. Angus genetics from a 3rd generation purebred bull supplier 66 years in the business.

36” & 42 ” S teel P ip e Ava ila b le a tour ya rd in Ca m ros e, AB. Conta ctour office for m ore d eta ils . W e a ls o s tock: New Ja cketed & Ins ula ted S teel P ip e 2 ” - 12 ”

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100 JOINTS OF 3 1/2” oilfield tubing. 306-768-8555, Carrot River, SK. FROZEN SASKATOON BERRIES, various grades, palletized and ready to go. FOB. TUBING FROM 1-1/4” to 3-1/2”. Sucker Calgary. Call for further info. and whole- rod 3/4”, 7/8” and 1”. Line pipe and Casing also available. Phone 1-800-661-7858 or sale price quote. Call 403-946-4759. 780-842-5705, Wainwright, AB.

BULL SALE 100 Two Year Old Angus Bulls

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2PM STETTLER AUCTION MART • STETTLER, AB On-Line Bidding Available

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LOWEST PRICES IN CANADA on new, re- MOVE WATER OR IRRIGATE? 4” to 12” alSilas Chapman (403) 741-2099 liable generator systems. Diesel genera- um. pipe, pumps and motors. 50 yrs. expeShane Castle (306) 741-7485 • Auctioneer: Don Raffan (250) 558-6789 tors, Winco PTO tractor driven alternators, rience. Dennis 403-308-1400, Taber, AB. automatic/manual switch gear, and commercial duty Sommers Powermaster and Sommers/Winco portable generators as well as Winco and Briggs & Stratton home standby packages. 75+ years of reliable service. Contact Sommers for all your generator requirements at 1-800-690-2396. Email: sales@sommersgen.com or online at sommersgen.com February 19, Northern Greens Resort - Nipawin, SK - Evergreen Room NEW AND USED PTO generators. Diesel 10:00 AM - Murray Feist 11:30 AM - SK Ag Premise Identiﬁcation 12:00 - Lunch 1:00 - 3:00 PM - Speakers and natural gas sets available as well. Call 3:15 PM - Bull viewing at DRAFT host Beldon Bison Ranch 1-888-300-3535, Airdrie, AB.

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DIESEL GENSET SALES AND SERVICE, 12 to 300 KWs, lots of units in stock. Used and new: Perkins, John Deere and Deutz. We also build custom Gensets. We currently have special pricing on new John Deere units. Call for pricing 204-792-7471. NEW AND USED generators, all sizes from 5 kw to 3000 kw, gas, LPG or diesel. Phone for availability and prices. Many used in stock. 204-643-5441, Fraserwood, MB. Email: generatorsales@hotmail.com

March 3 & 4 - North Battleford, SK Draft Bulls arrive at Kramer Auctions Ltd 4:30 PM - Consignor meeting Gold Eagle Lodge 6:00 - 9:00 PM - Draft Reception Gold Eagle Casino 9:00 - 12:00 PM - Hospitality Rm Gold Eagle Lodge

March 4 SBA Producer Day Western Development Museum 11:00 AM - SBA AGM 12:00 - Lunch 12:45-3:30 - Speakers 4:00 PM - Bull viewing, Happy Hour, appetizers Kramer Auctions 5:30 PM - Award’s presentations DRAFT SALE - 6:00 PM Post Sale Bison on a Bun

March 15, Ramada - Weyburn, SK 10:00 AM- Speakers 11:30 - SK Ag Premise Identiﬁcation 12:00 - Lunch 1:00 - 4:00 PM - Speakers

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Contact for West SK, AB and BC Taber, AB: 403 223 5969 Email sales@bangasequipment.ca Two locations to contact for East SK & Manitoba Carberry, MB: 204.834.2515 E-Mail fokko.midplns@mymts.net Portage La Prairie, MB: 204.239.0584 E-Mail midplnsp@gmail.ca www.midplainsimplements.ca

For More Information on the DRAFT Sale contact Nathan Scott 1-306-812-7092 Chair-Greg Pagan 1-306-276-6901 Kramer Auctions 1-306-445-5000 For all the up to date information on the bulls and the online catalogue go online to: http://canadianbison.ca/producer/index.htm These events are provided complimentary thanks to our sponsors. Pre-register with the SBA ofﬁce for meal planning SBA ofﬁce 1-585-6304 The SBA gratefully acknowledges the support of the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture

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845 HRS, 10 SECTION CONTROL, 120’ BOOM, 1600 GAL TANK, ACCUBOOM CONTROLLER, BOOM TILT ACCUMULATOR, ENVIZIO PRO, ULTRA GLIDE BOOM LEVELLER, 650/75R38 169 A8 FLOAT TIRES

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$88,000

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$28,000

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2013 JOHN DEERE 4730

#N22364B. ONE OWNER- ALWAYS SHEDDED! 446 HRS, 245 HP ENGINE, GREENSTAR 2 MONITOR, DELUXE CAB, 800 GAL. POLY TANK, 100’ BOOM 20” NOZZLE SPACING, BOOM TRAC PRO 5 SERIES, SECTION CONTROL, STARFIRE RECEIVER SF1, WHEEL SHIELDS (4) CROP DIVIDER, 5 WAY NOZZLE BODIES, SPRAYTEST REMOTE CONTROLLER, STAINLESS STEEL CHEMICAL INDUCTOR, DUAL FENCE ROW NOZZLES, CHASIS AIR LEVELLING SYSTEM

$275,000 (H)

2012 NEW HOLLAND SP.365F

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$295,000 (H)

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REDUCED PRICES ON SELECT NEW & PRE-OWNED MACHINES! It’s inventory time and we’d rather sell it than count it! 2014 NEW HOLLAND SP.240F

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2014 NEW HOLLAND SP.240R #N22357

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$339,000 (K)

2014 NEW HOLLAND SP.333F #N22361

3 YEAR POWER TRAIN WARRANTY! 100’ FRONT BOOM, 100 GAL SS TANK, 275HP CUMMINS, 4WD, INCLUDES SET OF 380/90R46 TIRES & 650/75R30 FLOAT TIRES, RAVEN ENVIZIO PRO XI CONTROLLER W/AUTORATE, PHOENIX 300 & MAPPING, 10 SEC ACCUBOOM CONTROL, ULTRAGLIDE BOOM HEIGHT, SMARTRAX AUTOSTEER

DEMO UNIT!!

4 YEAR WARRANTY! 120’ FRONT BOOM, 1600 GAL SS TANK, 4WD. 10 SECTION CONTROL, RAVEN ENVIZIO PRO XL CONTROLLER WITH AUTORATE, MAPPING, STEERING & ULTRAGLIDE BOOM, HEIGHT CONTROL

$310,000 (H)

$229,000 (K)

$389,000 (K)

2014 MORRIS 9550 TANK

2002 MORRIS 7300 TANK

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2012 NEW HOLLAND P2060 DRILL & P1060 TANK #PB3380A

TOW BEHIND, DUAL TIRES, TOPCON X30, 3 TANK METERING, 10” AUGER, 28LR26 RADIAL LUG, VARIABLE RATE HYDRAULIC DRIVE

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70’ FOLD BACK, 10” SPACING, 3” STEEL PACKERS, 2” SPREAD, SINGLE SHOOT, TBT TANK, 430 BU, 12000 ACRES

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$20,000 (H)

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2014 NEW HOLLAND P1070 TANK #PB3379A

2010 JOHN DEERE 1830 DRILL & 1910 TANK #PS3428A

MINT CONDITION! 580 BU, S/S 8 PORT, 900 TIRES, 10” DLX AUGER, VARIABLE RATE.

40’, 12” SPACING, SINGLE SHOOT, SIDE BAND LIQUID, 4” RUBBER PACKERS, 350 BU CART, 3 TANK METERING, MECHANICAL DRIVE

$134,000 (PA)

$105,600 (PA)

2009 BOURGAULT 3310 65’ DRILL #B22180A

2011 MORRIS C1 CONTOUR DRILL & 8370 TBH TANK #B22750A

61’, PAIRED ROW 12” SPACING, 5.5 SEMI PNEUMATIC TIRES, MECH DRIVE 17” REM FAN, DUAL CASTORS, TILLAGE WORK SWITCH, TBH TANK W/1/2 TANK SHUTOFF, 8D DISTRIBUTION, FULL BIN INDICATORS

$205,000 (H)

1997 BOURGAULT 8810 CULTIVATOR

2012 CASE IH TV380

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NEW TRACKS & COMPLETELY SERVICED! 988HRS, DELUXE CAB W/ AIR SEAT SUSPENSION, HEAT & AIR, FRONT DOOR GLASS, HYD HEAVY DUTY COUPLER, HIGH FLOW HYDRAULICS

$139,000 (K)

$33,000 (K)

$67,700 (H)

2002 NEW HOLLAND TV140 #N22876A

1999 NEW HOLLAND TV140 W/LOADER

2008 NEW HOLLAND T9050

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149,900

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56,900

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155,900

2007 JOHN DEERE 7520 9667 hrs, IVT, MFWD, LDR

87,900

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204,000

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310,900

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149,900

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247,900

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309,000

ATV/GATORS 2012 JD 825i XUV Gator, 582 hrs .......................................................$11,900 2013 JD RSX850i Gator, 150 hrs ........................................................$18,800

2009 Sakundiak 10x1200 grain auger ..............................................$13,400 (RA) (ES)

COMPACT UTILITY TRACTORS 2009 JD 2320, loader, backhoe, 179 hrs ...........................................$23,500 2006 JD 2305, 573 hrs .......................................................................$12,500 2012 Kubota BX2360, mower, tiller, 315 hrs .....................................$13,900 Lawn & Garden Equipment Farm King 720 grooming mower.........................................................$1,750 2008 Frontier 1072 grooming mower, 6Ft ...........................................$1,900 Frontier GM3072 grooming mower, 6Ft ..............................................$2,750 Frontier 3 pt disk, 5Ft ..........................................................................$1,500 2010 JD Z245 zero turn mower, 48” cut, 117 hrs ...............................$2,500 2013 JD Z445 zero turn mower, 54” cut, 117 hrs ...............................$4,200 2010 JD Z445 zero turn mower, 54” cut, 528 hrs ...............................$3,700 JD Z465 zero turn mower, 62” cut, 320 hrs ........................................$4,600 2008 JD Z510A zero turn mower, 48” cut, 358 hrs .............................$4,350 2012 JD Z655 zero turn mower, 54” cut, 383 hrs ...............................$5,800 2013 JD X310 lawn tractor, 42” cut, 44” S/B ......................................$5,500 2011 JD X320 lawn tractor, 54” cut, 190 hrs ......................................$3,490 1995 Kubota T1460 lawn tractor, 40” S/B, 42”cut, weights...............$2,500

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TRACK TRACTORS 2009 JD 9630T, 2167 hrs .................................................................$287,000 2010 Challenger MT875C, Degelman Blade, 2700 hrs....................$352,000

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COMBINE PLATFORMS MacDon PW-7 Pickup headers........................................... $19,000-$26,000 Precision Pickup headers..................................................... $7,500-$15,000 2005-2011 JD 635 Flex, good selection, some with air reels $29,500-$39,900 2012 JD 640FD flex draper ................................................................$83,700 2010-2011 JD 640D 40’ draper, several to choose from ...................... CALL 2009-2011 JD 635D 35’ drapers, several to choose from .................... CALL 2002 JD 936D 36’ draper ...................................................................$22,000 1990-1997 JD 930R 30’ rigid,bat & pickup reels available ....... $5,000 & up 2012 MacDon FD75 45’ Flex draper ..................................................$80,400 2009 MacDon FD70 40’ flex draper ...................................................$61,900 2009 MacDon FD70 35’ flex draper ...................................................$59,900 2010 MacDon D60 40’........................................................................$48,900 2010-2011 MacDon D60, 45’, transport ............................. $58,900-$69,000 2013 MacDon D65 40’, transport ......................................................$87,800 1990 MacDon 960 36’, JD adapter ......................................................$3,900 1994 MacDon 960 36’, bat reel, transport ..........................................$3,900 1998 MacDon 960 36’, pickup reel......................................................$5,900 2004 MacDon 973 36’, JD adapter ....................................................$25,900 1998 Shelbourne CX84 30’, stripper header .....................................$22,000

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GRAIN HANDLING EQUIPMENT 2009 Brandt 13x70HP grain auger ....................................................$12,900 2011 Brandt 13x90HP grain auger ....................................................$20,500 2012 Brandt 13x70HP grain auger ....................................................$17,700 2013 Brandt 13x40 pto load out auger, mover, new .........................$17,600 2004 Brandt 13x70XL grain auger ....................................................$12,900 2009 Brandt 13x90XL grain auger ....................................................$16,900 2005 Brandt 13X70XL grain auger ......................................................$9,900 2005-2010 Brandt 1545LP conveyors ............................... $13,900-$22,700 2010 Brandt 1585 conveyor .............................................................$22,500 2014 Brandt 13100HP grain auger ....................................................$24,300 2008 Westfield MKP130-111 grain auger .........................................$12,700 2010 Sakundiak HD8x1400 grain auger w/mover............................$11,000 2013 Sakundiak TL10-1000 grain auger, 36 hp Kohler & mover .....$16,900

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GRAIN CARTS 2009 Brent 1594................................................................................ COMING 2013 Brent 2096, tires, full load ......................................................$133,900 1998 Degelman 800 ...........................................................................$22,000 2005 Degelman 800, tarp ..................................................................$29,000

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SPRAYERS 2003 JD 4710, 5100 hrs ...................................................................$104,000 (RE) 2005 JD 4720, 1950 hrs ...................................................................$150,000 (AV) 2010 JD 4830, 1482 hrs ...................................................................$239,000 (RE) 2010 JD 4830, 1430 hrs ...................................................................$242,300 (AV) 2007 JD 4930, Raven auto boom, 2001 hrs ....................................$214,900 (AV) 2009 JD 4930, 1412 hrs ...................................................................$229,900 (AV) (4) 2011 JD 4930, 1800-2000 hrs ................................... $249,000-$269,500 (AV)(RA) (8) 2012-2013 JD 4940, 596-1491 hrs............................ $299,500-$339,000 (AV,ES,RA) 2008 Case 4420, 2340 hrs ...............................................................$242,000 (ES) 1997 AG CHEM 854, 100 ft boom, 3850 hrs.......................................$59,900 (RA) 2013 RoGator RG1300, 440 hrs........................................................$356,000 (RA) 2006 NH SF115 pull type, suspended boom .....................................$24,900 (AV) 2010 Farm King 1200, suspended boom ...........................................$23,000 (RE) 2002 Spray air SB3400 pull type, suspended boom .........................$15,000 (ES)

TRACTOR BLADES Degelman 7900, 16’, 6 way, Case Steiger 500 mounting .................$35,900 Leon 3530, 14’ 6 way, JD 7200 mounts.............................................$24,000

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KARL HASELHAN 306-421-5588

FRANK TUCHSCHERER 306-869-7889

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HAYING EQUIPMENT 2001 JD 1600A mower conditioner ...................................................$11,900 1998 MacDon 910, 14’ hay header ....................................................$13,200 1994 JD 535 round baler .....................................................................$6,750 2003 JD 567 round baler ...................................................................$14,900 2011 JD 568 round baler, surface wrap ............................................$35,900 2006 New Holland BR780 round baler, twine ...................................$10,900 2003 New Holland BR780 round baler ..............................................$10,000 2003 New Holland BR780 round baler ................................................$9,900 2002 New Holland BB940 square baler, 4x8 bales, 22000 bales .....$27,900 1978 JD 336 square baler...................................................................... CALL

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SP WINDROWERS 2011 JD A400, 36’ header, 414 hrs ..................................................$110,000 2011 JD D450, 40’ header, 780 hrs..................................................$121,000 (3) 2012 JD D450, 40’ header, ATU, hyd rollers, low hours.............$135,000 2004 JD 4895, 36’ header, 1985 hrs ..................................................$75,400 2008 JD 4895, 36’ Honey Bee, 1958 hrs ............................................$82,600 2009 MF 9430, 30’ header, 1820 hrs .................................................$72,700 2007 New Holland HW325, 35’ header, 2416 hrs ..............................$60,800 1990 Versatile 4750, 30’ header ........................................................$12,900 2012 MacDon M155, 40’ header, 280 hrs ........................................$137,900 2001 MacDon 2952, 30’ header, 2800 hrs .........................................$49,700 2002 MacDon 2952, 30’ header, 3500 hrs .........................................$45,500 2003 MacDon 9352, 30’ header, 1526 hrs .........................................$47,800

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JARET NELSON 306-868-7700

JEFF ENGLE 306-577-7815

SEEDING EQUIPMENT 60’ JD DB60, 36 row corn planter, 20 “ rows, 2008 ........................$161,000 45’ JD 1820/1900, 10”, 340 bus cart, 1998 .......................................$51,000 60’ JD 1820/1900, 430 bus cart, 1999...............................................$58,000 61’ JD 1820/1900, 340 bus cart, double shoot .................................$73,000 60’ JD 1820/1910, 10” spg, ss, arm, rubber press, 430 bus tbh cart, 2003 ...................................................................$76,900 52’ JD 1820/1910, 10” spg, steel pkrs, ss , 350 bus TBH tank, 2003 .................................................................$64,900 60’ JD 1820, 10” spg, arm, stl pkrs,2009 430 bus 1910, 2006 .......$108,900 56’ JD 1870, 550 bus tank, 2014 .....................................................$307,000 42’ JD 1895/1910, 430 bus tbt tank, 2003 ........................................$91,900 42’ JD 1895/1910, 430 bus tbh cart, 2004 ......................................$107,900 76’ Bourgault 3310, 76 ft, double shoot, Agtron monitors, 2010 ...$159,000 66’ Bourgault 3310/7700 loaded, 2011 ...........................................$309,900 66’ Bourgault 3310/6550, 2010 .......................................................$245,900 76’ Bourgault 3320/7950, loaded, 2013 ..........................................$391,900 76’ Bourgault 3320/7700, loaded, low acres machine, 2014 .........$461,000 65’ Bourgault 3320/6550, 2012 .......................................................$333,900 65’ Bourgault 3320/6550 (3 choices), 2013 ....................................$339,900 60’ Bourgault 3710/7700 Disc drill, 2014 .......................................$395,000 Bourgault 4350 seedcart, 1999 .........................................................$20,000 53’ Bourgault 5710, 6450 seedcart, 2001 .........................................$84,750 50’ Bourgault 5710, 4300 cart, 2003 .................................................$67,700 60’ Bourgault 5710, 5440 cart, 2005 .................................................$89,500 60’ Bourgault 5710, 6550 cart, 2005 ...............................................$100,600 53’ Bourgault 5710, no tank, 2008 ....................................................$71,500 53’ Bourgault 5710, 5200 TBT cart, 2003 ..........................................$60,500 40’ Flexicoil 5000, 2320 tank, 1994 ...................................................$20,000 40’ Flexicoil 5000, 2320 tank, 1994 ...................................................$20,000 33’ Flexicoil 5000, 1330 tank, NH3 kit, 1997 .....................................$20,000 57’ Flexicoil 5000, 3450 tank, 1997 ...................................................$20,000 66’ Seedhawk 6612, 400 bus,2600 liquid tank, 2008 .....................$204,000 70’ SeedMaster SXG550, 12” spacing, double shoot, sectional control, 550 bus cart, 2012 .......................................................................$247,900 70’ SeedMaster TXB70-12, 12”, JD 550 cart, 2009 ........................$279,000

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TRACTORS 2015 JD 6125M- w/H310 Loader , STD Cab, 3 SCV, 24/24, MFWD, 480x70R38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$127,300 2015 JD 6140M- w/H360 Loader, Dlx Cab, 3 SCV, 24/24, MFWD, 520x85R38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$150,000 2015 JD 6150M- w/H360 Loader, Pem Cab, 3 scv, 20/20, MFWD, 520x85R38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$154,200 2015 JD 8245R IVT, Prem Cab, Act Seat, XM Radio 60GPM Hyd, 4 SCV, Wgt pkg. . . . . . . . . . . . . .$255,300 2015 JD 8370RT IVT, 25”- 4500 tracks, Prem Cab, Act Seat, 60GPM Hyd, 5 SCV, Pem Lighting, Wgt pkg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$371,000 2005 JD 9320 Powershift, Act Seat, 4 SCV’S, 710x42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $159,500 2009 JD 9330 4WD tractor, 5 SCV’s, PTO, Tow Cable, Powershift, Active Seat, Prem lighting . .$239,500 2010 JD 9330 Powershift, Active Seat, PTO, Diff Lock, Dual beam radar, Xenon Ltg, Weights. .$229,000 1997 JD 9400, 24 spd, Diff Lock, 4 SCV’s, Case Drain, 850-60R38 trellberg duals, ATU 200, Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CALL 2004 JD 9420 Powershift, 4 SCV’s, 800/70R38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$177,000 2010 JD 9430 4WD tractor, PTO, 5 SCV, Hi-ﬂo 78 GPM, Dlx Active Seat, Diff Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . $249500 2015 JD 9520R-Not Here Powershift, Prem Cab, XM Radio, 59 GPM Hyd, 5 SCV, Prem Ltg, Wgt pkg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$437,600

COMBINES 1981 JD 8820 w/212 PU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15,900 1998 JD 9610 w/914PU, VSFH, Dual Range Cyl, Adj Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $73,000 2000 JD 9650 STS Contour Master, 18.4X42 Duals, Y & M . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $75,000 2001 JD 9650 STS w/914 pu, Duals, Precision Accelerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $108,000

33’ Tube /Tube

40’, Double Roller, Tube/Tube

2015 Lemken Rubin NEW 26’, Tube/Tube

2000 JD 9650 Walker Combine W/914P, Corn, Y & M, 18.4X38 Duals, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $99,000 2006 JD 9660 WTS w/914P, Level Land Feeder house, 800x65R32/480X80R26 . . . . . . . . . . $143,000 2001 JD 9750 W/Rake up pick Up, VSFH, Fine Cut Chopper, 20’ Unload Auger . . . . . . . . . . . . . $89,500 2005 JD 9760 w/914pu, Fixed Level Land, Duals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $145,000 2006 JD 9760 w/JD 914 PU, Contour Master, Integrated Autosteer, Touchset, 30.5x32 singles, 18.4R26 Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $159,500 2014 JD S670 w/JD 615PU, Prem Cab, HID Lts, XM Radio, 2630 Display, Pro Drive, VS/Contour Master, 520x85R42 Duals -F, 620X75R26 Rear, Exr Wear Concaves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $371,900 2014 JD S670 w/JD 615PU, Prem Cab, HID Lts, XM Radio, 2630 Display, Pro Drive, VS/Contour Master, 520x85R42 Duals -F, 620X75R26 Rear, Exr Wear Concaves, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $367,400 2015 JD S680 w/JD 615P, Prem Cab, HID Ltg, XM Radio, 2630 Display, Pro Drive, Com Touch, Multi Speed DRV, 7.9 Auger, 520X85R42 Duals, Large Wire Concaves, Active Concave . . . . . . . . $513,600 2015 JD S680-Not Here w/JD 615P, Prem Cab, HID Ltg, XM Radio, 2630 Display, Pro Drive, Com Touch, Multi Speed DRV, 7.9 Auger, 520X85R42 Duals, Large Wire Concaves, Active Concave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $513,600 2015 JD S680-Not Here w/JD 615P, Prem Cab/Leather, HID Ltg, XM Radio, 2630 Display, Pro Drive, Com Touch, Multi Speed DRV, 7.9 Auger, 520X85R42 Duals, Large Wire Concaves, Active Concave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $516,000 2015 JD S680 w/JD 615P, Prem Cab, HID Ltg, XM Radio, 2630 Display, Pro Drive, Com Touch, Multi Speed DRV, 7.9 Auger, 520X85R42 Duals, Large Wire Concaves, Active Concave. . . . . . . . . $513,600

HIGHER YIELDS WITH ADVANCED CARBIDE DRILLS POINTS FOR AIR DRILLS VW Carbide Spoon for Common Wedge Systems

VW7CC 2 Carbides 3/4” Wide

VW10FC 4-1/4” Wide Full Carbide

VW11FC 3-1/4” Wide Drill Point

VW5FC - 3-1/4” wide, VW6FC - 2-1/4” wide; VW 5 & 6 are for 200 series; VW8FC - 3-1/4” wide, VW9FC - 2-1/4” wide; VW 8 & 9 are for 400 series. Full carbide front and sides - many times the wear of the original.

Two carbides on front for considerably more wear. The VW7CC is shown on our very popular C shank opener. The VW14FB has a 3/4” opening where seed comes out. Also shown on the VW14FB is our full carbide paired row - available in 4” and 5”. The VW21DSF paired row has 4 carbides on either side. The VW21DSF also fits the Flexi Stealth Opener. The VW7CC Drill Point also fits the Flexi Stealth Opener and Bourgault.

Two carbides on front and two carbides on both sides. Shown here on our VW14FB C shank opener. Our VW10FC also fits Flexi Stealth and Bourgault. Liquid line easily attached to back of VW14FB and extended down.

Full carbide - two on front and two on both sides. Very popular drill point. Shown on our VW14FB opener. Also fits Flexi Stealth and Bourgault. Liquid line easily attached to back of VW14FB.

VW12FC 2-1/4” Wide Drill Point

VW13FC 1-1/2” WIde

VW18 HDS

Morris Double Shoot

Harmon double shoot seed boot. Carbides protect seed opening.

VWHC1 Small Harmon point large carbide. Full carbide front and sides. Also fits Flexi Stealth and Bourgault. Shown here on VW14FB opener. Liquid line easily - simply - attached to back of VW14FB. Single shoot drill point.

Our super slim spread point - full carbide front and sides. For producers who want a drill point in between 3/4” wide and 2-1/4” wide. Fits our own VW14FB opener. Also fits Flexi Stealth and Bourgault.

VWHC2 Large Harmon point slides over adapter - bolt head and nut are recessed. Large carbide - long wear.

VW Morris triple shoot combo - shown on Morris opener. VWM23C - main front point - has two carbides. VW24 side plates have carbide embedded and sold in pairs. VWM25 is the full carbide deflector.

“We have been using VW products for several years now. Wear life of VW Carbide points far surpass any competitors product we have tried. We are using points to apply fertilizer as well as seeding operations. Extremely impressed with virtually non existent breakage or loss of carbide over the years. I would and I do recommend VW products to all producers.” Roger Bendickson, Bendickson Farms, Garrison, ND

403-528-3350 Dunmore, AB, (Medicine Hat), AB

Visit us at: www.vwmfg.com

Equip your drill with VW. Call today! In U.S.A. call Loren Hawks at Chester, Montana - 406-460-3810

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DOUBLE BAR D FARMS Best of Both Worlds Annual Bull Sale on Tuesday, March 1, at the farm, 1:00 PM, Grenfell, SK. Offering 175 Simmental and Simm/ Angus bulls as well as a select group of open Simmental and Simm/Angus heifers. For more info contact Ken 306-697-7204, 306-697-2474 or T Bar C Cattle Co. 403-363-9973. View catalogue online at: www.doublebardfarms.com PL #116061.

LEEWOOD RANCH. MARK Them Good Online Bull and Female Sale, Feb. 20, 2016, Mannville, AB, Selling Red, Black Fullblood Simmental bulls and open heifers. Videos for the sale cattle on CATTLEVIDS.ca and sale on DLMS.ca. Contact for more info. or a catalogue. Cattle can be viewed on farm. Sale at 6:00 PM. Colt Arnold; Howard Arnold, 780-581-8328, 780-787-2275. Leewoodranch@hotmail.com

BURNETT ANGUS 32ND Annual Bull Sale, Saturday, April 2, 2016, 1:00 PM, Heartland, Swift Current, SK. 60 Black Angus yearling bulls, deep, thick, muscular bulls. Many low birthweight, short gestation, genetically produced for breeding heifers. Semen tested, Leptin tested. Select group of replacement heifers. Contact: Bryce 306-773-7065 or Wyatt 306-750-7822, wburnett@xplornet.ca View website: www.bryceburnett.com

11 REG. PB open Black Angus heifers, $2500; 16 registered PB bred Black Angus cows, $3500. 306-240-8021 Rapid View SK STEWART CATTLE CO. & Guests Bull Sale: February 25, 2016, 1:30 PM, Neepawa Ag-Plex, Neepawa, MB. 50 Black Angus bulls; Simmental cross Angus bulls. Contact Brent Stewart 204-773-2356, 204-773-6392. View our catalogue online: www.stewartcattle.com Email: stewartcows@wificountry.ca PUREBRED BLACK ANGUS long yearling bulls, replacement heifers, AI service. Meadow Ridge Enterprises, 306-373-9140 or 306-270-6628, Saskatoon, SK.

BECK McCOY BULL SALE Wed., Feb. 24, 2016 at 2:00 PM. Beck Farms, Milestone, SK. 100 Charolais, Hereford and Gelbvieh bulls on offer. Wade: 306-436-7458, Chad: 306-436-7300. Catalogue online www.mccoycattle.com

NORDAL LIMOUSIN AND ANGUS 2016 Bull Sale, Thursday, February 18th, Saskatoon Livestock Sales, Saskatoon. 20 Red Angus 2 year old bulls. Board available till April 1. C o n t a c t R o b G a r n e r, S i m p s o n , S K . , 306-946-7946. View catalogue and videos at www.nordallimousin.com

SELLING: BLACK ANGUS BULLS. Wayside Angus, Henry and Bernie Jungwirth, 306-256-3607, Cudworth, SK.

NORDAL LIMOUSIN AND ANGUS 2016 Bull Sale, Thursday, Feb. 18th, Saskatoon Livestock Sales, Saskatoon, SK. 30 Black Angus 2 year old bulls. Board available till April 1 s t . V i ew c at a l o g u e a n d v i d e o s at REGISTERED CHAROLAIS BULLS, 2 year www.nordallimousin.com Call Rob Garner, olds and yearlings. Polled, horned, some red. Quiet hand fed, hairy bulls. 40+ head Simpson, SK., 306-946-7946. available. Wilf at Cougar Hill Ranch 306-728-2800, 306-730-8722, Melville, SK BECK McCOY BULL SALE Wed., Feb. 24, 2016 at 2:00 PM. Beck Farms, Milestone, SK. 100 Charolais, Hereford and Gelbvieh bulls on offer. Wade: 306-436-7458, Chad: 306-436-7300. Catalogue online SOUTH VIEW RANCH Red and Black www.mccoycattle.com Angus Bull Sale, Thursday, April 14, 2016, at South View Ranch, Ceylon, SK. Offering 90+ Red and Black Angus yearling bulls, semen tested, scrotal measured, performance records. Also groups of commercial open replacement heifers. Shane 306-869-8074 or Keith 306-454-2730. www.southviewranch.com

85 YEARLING RED ANGUS bulls. Guaranteed, semen tested, and delivered in the spring. Phone Bob Jensen, 306-967-2770, Leader, SK.

33rd Annual Charolais Bull Sale

BLACK ANGUS BULLS on moderate g r o w i n g r at i o n , p e r fo r m a n c e i n fo . available. Valleyhills Angus, Glaslyn, SK. 306-342-4407. www.valleyhillsangus.com 5 PB ANGUS heifer calves, average weight 650 lbs., excellent blood lines; also coming 2 year old PB virgin Angus bull. 306-345-2046, Pense, SK.

RED ANGUS BULLS, two year olds, semen tested, guaranteed breeders. Delivery available. 306-287-3900, 306-287-8006, Englefeld, SK. skinnerfarmsangus.com 17- YEARLING and 4- two yr. old Reg. Red Angus bulls, $3,500-$8,500. Will deliver and semen test. One pkg. of 5 reg. open heifers, $16,000. Five Genetic Gem reg. open heifers, $5,000-$12,000. Sires incl. Bear Tooth, Tuff Enuf, Arson, and Better Deal. Call Elmer at EKW Red Angus, 306-381-3691, Hague, SK.

REG. RED ANGUS BULLS: calving ease, quiet, good growth, will be semen tested. 21st ANNUAL Cattleman’s Connection Little de Ranch, 306-845-2406, Turtleford Bull Sale, March 4, 2016, 1:00 PM at Heartland Livestock, Brandon, MB. Selling 100 yearling Black Angus bulls. For catalogue or more info call Brookmore Angus, MVY JH[HSVNZ HUK TVYL SPZ[PUNZ Jack Hart, 204-476-2607 or email at brookmoreangus@gmail.com or HBH • Feb 15th - 11th Annual “Tip the Scale” Farms, Barb Airey 204-566-2134, email Vikse Family Farm Sale ....Donalda, AB rbairey@hotmail.com Sales Management D o u g H e n d e r s o n 4 0 3 - 3 5 0 - 8 5 4 1 o r • Feb 15th - 11th Annual OLE Farms 403-782-3888.

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PUREBRED BLACK ANGUS BULLS FOR SALE 2 yr. old and yearlings available, semen tested. Contact Mike Chase, Waveny Angus Farm, 780-853-3384, 780-853-2275, Vermilion, AB. Waveny@mcsnet.ca

GELBVIEH STOCK EXCHANGE BULL AND FEMALE SALE, March 8, 2016 at 1:00 PM, at Medicine Hat Feeding Co., Medicine Hat, AB. For more info. or for a catalogue call Don at Jen-Ty Gelbviehs, jentygelbviehs.com 403-378-4898; Nolan, Towerview Ranch, towerviewranch.com 403-977-2057.

RED ANGUS BULLS on moderate growing ration, performance info. available. Va l l ey h i l l s A n g u s , G l a s ly n , S K . C a l l 306-342-4407. www.valleyhillsangus.com

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OLE FARMS FAMILY Day Bull Sale Feb 15, 2016 190- 2 yr. old Red and Black Angus bulls; 200 home raised bred heifers calving May 1. 780-675-4664, www.olefarms.com Athabasca AB. info@olefarms.com

TWIN BRIDGE FARMS 5th Gelbvieh Bull And Female Sale, Monday, March 14, 2016, 1 PM at the Silver Sage Community Corral, Brooks, AB. Selling 50 yearling Gelbvieh bulls and a select group of open purebred heifers. Red and black genetics on offer. Guest Consignors Carlson Cattle Company and Keriness Cattle Co. For info. contact: Ron and Carol Birch and Family 403-792-2123 or 403-485-5518 or Don Savage Auctions 403-948-3520 Catalogue online at: www.donsavageauctions.com

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On Offer: 160 TWO YEAR OLDS Tuesday, February 16, 2016 @ 1 PM Performance, Calving Ease & Longevity in one genetic package! Call Philip for more details or to request a catalogue.

780-376-2441 or 780-385-5977 Catalogue & Bull Videos online now! Personal Order Buying Available. Internet Bidding with DLMS & TEAM Strome, AB.

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11TH ANNUAL HEJ CHAROLAIS BULL 4-H and Youth Check Out Our $2000 Sale, Friday, February 26th, 1:00 PM, Bursary Program - Applications Online Innisfail Auction Mart, Innisfail, AB. Offering 60 ranch ready Charolais yearling BLACK ANGUS BULLS, two year olds, se- DKF RED AND BLACK ANGUS Bulls for bulls, red, white, black and tan. Wintering, men tested, guaranteed breeders. Delivery sale at DKF Ranch, Gladmar, SK. Great se- delivery and sight unseen purchase proavailable. 306-287-3900, 306-287-8006, lection, superior quality. Contact Dwayne gram available. All bulls vet inspected, seor Scott Fettes, 306-969-4506. men tested. For catalogues or info. contact Englefeld, SK. skinnerfarmsangus.com the Rasmussens 403-227-2824, or T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-220-5006. View catalogue online at www.buyagro.com (PL #116061)

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2016 1:00PM CST 2014 REFERENCE SIRES: 2IT Global Trust #1378943 RUGBY LIVESTOCK, ND 701-776-6393 View bred cows and bulls Tuesday and Wednesday prior to sale at Rugby Livestock DV Auction Broadcasting Real-Time Auctions

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DAVIDSON GELBVIEH/ LONESOME DOVE RANCH, 27th Annual Bull Sale, Saturday, March 5, 2016, 1:00 PM at their bull yards. Complimentary lunch, 11 AM. Pre-sale viewing and hospitality, Friday, March 4th. Selling 100+ purebred yearling Gelbvieh bulls, Red or Black. Performance and semen tested. View catalog and video at : w w w. d av i d s o n g e l b v i e h . c o m o r www.lonesomedoveranch.ca Vernon and Eileen 306-625-3755, 306-625-7863; Ross and Tara 306-625-3513, 306-625-7045, Ponteix, SK.

70 ANGUS CROSS 2nd and 3rd calving bred cows, bred to Angus bulls, start calving April 1st; 50 Angus bred heifers, bred Angus. Vaccinated with FP5 and Ivomec. Call 204-851-0745, Elkhorn, MB. 50 BRED 2nd and 3rd calvers for sale. 306-773-1049 or 306-741-6513, Swift Current, SK. 15 HEREFORDS, 2ND and 3rd time calvers, due to start calving late March, plus one breeding bull. 250-308-5096, Lumby, BC. 150 BLACK ANGUS BRED HEIFERS, bred to low birthweight Black bulls, exposed July 4, 2015, vaccinated with VL5 plus 7 Som, Safeguard/Ivomec, $2600. Call 306-476-7996, Rockglen, SK.

COMMERCIAL BRED HEIFERS Sale: Feb. 15. 200 home raised heifers bred to easy calving Angus bulls. 150 Black Angus; 30 Red Angus; 20 Black Baldie. Due May 1. Athabas DIAMOND M RANCH 5th Annual Bull -ca, AB. 780-675-4664, www.olefarms.com Sale, February 14, 2016, 1:30 PM, at the WANTED: YOUNG BRED Shorthorn Ranch, 1.5 miles W of Estevan, SK on Hwy cows, preferably roan. 306-734-2970 or 39. 50 two yr. old Red and Black Simmental 306-734-7335 cell, Chamberlain, SK. and Simm/Angus bulls; 18 Open commercial heifers. Contact Jordan 306-421-1915. 60 BRED RED ANGUS cross heifers, bred Video online at www.dlms.ca Red Angus. Bulls out July 1st for 60 days. Call 306-355-2700, Mortlach, SK.

BRED HEIFERS: 9 Simmental/Angus heifers, due March 1st, 1100 lbs., $2400. Phone 306-717-3297, Hafford, SK.

30 BRED COWS bred heifers to 4th calvers. Simmental or Simm/Angus cross. Will keep/feed til Feb. 14/16. 204-238-4254, Bowsman, MB.

BANNERLANE HORNED HEREFORDS Annual Sale, Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2:00 PM CST (1:00 PM MST) at the farm, Livelong, SK. 30 coming 2 yr. old bulls, semen tested; 32 bred Hereford cross heifers, preg checked. Dinner at noon. Central point f r e e d e l i v e r y. R o b B a n n e r m a n , 306-845-2764, bannerlane@littleloon.ca View online: www.hereford.ca BECK McCOY BULL SALE Wed., Feb. 24, 2016 at 2:00 PM. Beck Farms, Milestone, SK. 100 Charolais, Hereford and Gelbvieh bulls on offer. Wade: 306-436-7458, Chad: 306-436-7300. Catalogue online www.mccoycattle.com EXCELLENT SELECTION 2 yr. old bulls. Fed for service not for show. Also, several proven 3 yr. olds. Polled Herefords since 1950. Call: Erwin Lehmann, 306-232-4712, Rosthern, SK.

FRESH AND SPRINGING heifers for sale. Cows and quota needed. We buy all classes of slaughter cattle-beef and dairy. R&F Livestock Inc. Bryce Fisher, Warman, SK. Phone 306-239-2298, cell 306-221-2620.

BIG ISLAND LOWLINES Premier Breeder. Selling custom designed packages. Name your price and we will put a package together for you. Fullblood/percentage Lowline, embryos, semen. Black/Red carrier. Darrell 780-486-7553, Edmonton, AB.

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9th SUN COUNTRY SHORTHORN SALE, 1 PM, Mar. 8th, 2016 at Johnstone Auction Mart, Moose Jaw, SK. On offer will be 40 polled Shorthorn yearling and two year old bulls and 25 open replacement heifers. They have been selected for soundness, fleshing ability and performance. Sale will be broadcast live at: www.dvauction.com Check out our websites for more info. Contact any of the owners to get on catalog mailing list: Horseshoe Creek Farms Ltd. Weyburn, SK. call 306-456-2500 or website: www.horseshoecreekfarms.com Anwender Cattle Company, Radville, SK. call 306-442-2090 or visit website: www.anwendercattlecompany.com Rocking L Cattle Company, Wawota, SK. 306-739-2598, www.rockinglcattleco.com

MISTY VALLEY FARMS 40th Annual Production Sale of Horned Herefords, Wednesday, February 10th, 2016 at the ranch, 1:00 PM MST. On offer: 70 long yearling bulls including Lanni Bristow’s sale group; 45 bred registered heifers; 65 bred commercial Hereford heifers; 15 open heifer calves from Mark Law. Bulls semen tested. Heifers pregnancy tested. Misty Valley Farms, RR #1, Maidstone, SK. Harold Oddan 306-893-2783; Maurice Oddan 306-893-2737; Lanni Bristow 780-943-2236; Mark Law 204-743-2049.

POLLED PUREBRED COMING 2 year old Charolais bulls, Red Factor and white. Easy NORDAL LIMOUSIN AND Angus 2016 Bull calving. Call Kings Polled Charolais, Sale, Thurs, Feb. 18th, Saskatoon Live306-435-7116, Rocanville, SK. stock Sales, Saskatoon. 20 two year old Red and Black Polled Limousin bulls. Board CREEK’S EDGE LAND & Cattle purebred available April 1. View catalogue and Charolais bulls for sale. Over 60 yearlings videos at till www.nordallimousin.com Rob to choose from. View our bulls online www.creeksedgecharolais.ca. Call Stephen Garner, Simpson, SK., 306-946-7946. 306-279-7709, Yellow Creek, SK. Located GOOD SELECTION OF stout red and black 120 kms NE of Saskatoon. bulls, good dispositions, calving ease. Albred heifers. Qually-T Limousin, Rose CHAROLAIS BULLS, YEARLING and two so, year olds. Wintering available. LVV Ranch, Valley, SK. 306-322-4755, 306-322-7554. 780-582-2254, Forestburg, AB. PAYNE LIVESTOCK POLLED, Red and Black Limousin bulls for sale. If you are looking for vigorous calves that get up and get going, try a Limousin bull! Call Rocky Lloydminster, SK. GALLOWAY BULL SALE at LiveAuctions.TV 306-825-4056, March 4 - 9th, 2016. Contact Russel at paynelivestock@hmsinet.ca 403-749-2780, Delburne, AB.

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ERIXON SIMMENTAL BULL and Female Sale Wednesday, March 2, 2016, Saskatoon Livestock Sales, Saskatoon, SK. 55 polled red and black Simmental bulls; 10 PB heifers. NEW FIRST ON the Farm Bid Off Bull Sale. Catalogue at: www.erixonsimmentals.com Bidding starts March 12, 1:00 PM CST. Dave Erixon, 306-270-2893, Clavet, SK. Closes Tuesday, March 15, 2:00 CST, 2016, Neudorf, SK. 40 yearling and 2 yr. old bulls. Details and updates on our webs i t e s : w w w. b e n d e r s h o r t h o r n s . c o m www.starpfarms.com Call Glen and Ryan WELSH BLACK- The Brood Cow Advantage. Bender, Neudorf, SK. 306-728-8613, Check www.canadianwelshblackcattle.com Canadian Welsh Black Soc. 403-442-4372. 306-748-2876 or Rayleen 306-231-3933.

BRED HEIFERS: 60 Black, BWF, and Red Angus cross, bred to easy calving Black A n g u s b u l l s . S t a r t c a l v i n g Ap r i l 1 . 306-493-2969, Delisle, SK.

PUREBRED CHAROLAIS YEARLINGS and 3 2 year old bulls for sale by private treaty. White and Red Factor. Brad 204-523-0062, Belmont, MB. www.clinecattlecompany.ca

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2ND ANNUAL Jeans And Genetics Simmental Bull Sale February 16, 1 PM at the Ponoka Ag Events Centre in Ponoka, AB. Offering 60 Red, Black, Fullblood and Fleckvieh Simmental bulls. For a catalogue or more info. contact T Bar C Cattle Co., 306-220-5006. View the catalogue online at www.buyagro.com PL #116061.

RANCH READY HORNED Hereford Bull Sale, March 11, 1:00 PM, at the ranch, Simmie, SK. 18 two year old bulls; 25 yearling bulls and 6 purebred open heifers. Selling 8 PB open heifers and 25 commercial open heifers. View catalogue and sale videos online at: www.braunranch.com Contact Craig Braun at: 306-297-2132.

YEARLING AND 2 YEAR old Charolais bulls, tan and white. Call Ervin Zayak, Creedence Charolais Ranch, Derwent, AB., 780-741-3868, 780-853-0708.

AI Sire SILVERIAS MISSION NEXUS 1378 Birthdate: 1/24/11 Bull #1410853

MANITOU MAINE-ANJOU BULLS, since 1970. We offer the real Maine bulls, all fullblood breeding, low birthweight with good performance. Off farm sales only. Gary and Sandy Graham, 306-823-3432, Marsden, SK. grahamgs@sasktel.net Website www.manitoumaineanjou.ca

CUSTOM WINTERING COWS and feeders. For details call: Eric 306-717-8905, Cam 306-339-7840, Carnduff, SK. LABATTE SIMMENTALS with Meadow Acres Farms 36th Annual Bull & Female Sale, Friday, March 4, 1:00 PM, Johnstone Auction Mart, Moose Jaw, SK. (4 miles West of Moose Jaw on Trans-Canada Hwy). Offering: 95 Simmental Beef Bulls (55 Red Polled PB, 35 Black Polled PB, 4 FB), 20 Red and Black Open PB Heifers. PL#914447. For catalogues and info: Barry LaBatte 306-815-7900 or 306-969-4820, Dustin Fornwald 306-487-7510, Blair Fornwald 306-487-7662, Scott Johnstone 306-693-4715. www.johnstoneauction.ca DOUBLE BAR D FARMS Best of Both Worlds Annual Bull Sale on Tuesday, March 1, at the farm, 1:00 PM, Grenfell, SK. Offering 175 Simmental and Simm/ Angus bulls as well as a select group of open Simmental and Simm/Angus heifers. For more info contact Ken 306-697-7204, 306-697-2474 or T Bar C Cattle Co. 403-363-9973. View catalogue online at: www.doublebardfarms.com PL #116061. RED AND BLACK YEARLING SIMMENTAL BULLS, polled, moderate birthweights, good temperaments. All bulls sold Private Tr e a t y. B i l l o r V i r g i n i a P e t e r s , 306-237-9506, Perdue, SK.

1000 VERY HIGH quality Black and Red Angus replacement heifers, weighing 800 lbs. March 1st. No implants, complete vaccinations and no brands. These heifers are being fed for the replacement market with high protein and fertility enhancing byproducts. Can be palpated on site and fed until grass time. U pick for $1800 based on 800 lbs. Call Blaine at 306-621-9751 or Steven 306-621-2522, Yorkton, SK. QUIET JERSEY/RED ANGUS cross milk cow, with 2nd calf at side, $3000. Phone Maureen, 306-252-2111, Davidson, SK. 180 BRED HEIFERS: Simmental and Simm. Red Angus cross. Big, strong, top quality heifers. All one iron bred Red and Black Angus. Complete vaccination program incl. first dose of Scourguard and I vo m e c . C a l l 3 J S i m m e n t a l F a r m s , 306-325-4622, 306-327-8005, Lintlaw, SK. 30 BRED CHAR./Red Angus cross cows, 4 bred heifers, bred to Char. and Red Angus bulls. Start calving March 20th; Also 3 year old Char. bull. 306-867-8410, Outlook, SK. 160 BLACK and BWF bred heifers, also 30 Red and RWF. One iron, full herd health, bred Black Angus, calving out April 15. 403-740-5197, Big Valley, AB.

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WANTED: CULL COWS and bulls. For bookings call Kelly at Drake Meat Processors, 306-363-2117 ext. 111, Drake, SK. WANTED: RED or BLACK younger cows on a lease to own, or straight lease basis. References avail. 306-542-2575, Veregin, SK.

CANDIAC AUCTION MART Horse Sale on Saturday March 5th. Tack sells at 10:30 AM. Horses sell at 1:30 PM. Candiac, SK. 306-424-2967, candiacauctionmart.ca HORSE AND TACK SALE, Heartland, Prince Albert, SK., Friday, March 11 starting at 5:30 PM. Call 306-763-8463. GATEWAY COUNTRY SPRING HORSE And Longhorn Auction, Saturday, May 14, 2016, Silver Sage Community Corral, Brooks, AB. Call Gateway Auction Services Ltd., 1-866-304-4664 to consign and for details or go to: www.gwacountry.com

WANTED: BLUE ROAN and Red roan draft studs, also bred and open Belgian Percheron mares. 306-424-2330, Candiac, SK.

2 YEARLING PERCHERONS, registered, 1 grey filly, 1 black stud, For more info call 306-937-3683, Battleford, SK.

WANTED RETIRED BACHELOR wanting caretaking position on Southern AB. mountain ranch. No wages, just accommodation. No vises, clean, honest, industrious. Ranch livestock experienced. Ph. 250-426-4445, Cranbrook, BC. blackdoghorse@telus.net

CANADIAN REG. HAFLINGER HORSES. Team of 2 yr. olds, yearlings, and mares, well broke to drive. Call 519-236-4518, 519-319-8021, Zurich, ON.

HORSE COLLARS, all sizes, steel and aluminum horseshoes. We ship anywhere. Keddie’s, 1-800-390-6924 or keddies.com

LAST CHANCE SHEEP and Goat Sale, Heartland Livestock, Prince Albert, Friday, March 11, 11 AM. Call 306-763-8463.

RIDEAU ARCOTT EWE Lambs, 100 head, 2015 born $250/head OBO. 403-559-9313, Olds, AB. madriedger@hotmail.com,

C A N A D I A N C O - O P E R AT I V E W O O L Growers, buying wool. For nearest wool collection depot or livestock supplies catalogue, 1-800-567-3693, www.wool.ca SELLING LAMBS AND GOATS? Why take one price from one buyer? Expose your lambs and goats to a competitive market. Beaver Hill Auctions, Tofield, AB. Sales every Monday, trucks hauling from SK, BC, AB. www.beaverhillauctions.com Call: 780-662-9384. SUNGOLD SPECIALTY MEATS. We want your lambs. Have you got finished (fat) lambs or feeder lambs for sale? Call Rick at: 403-894-9449 or Cathy at: 1-800-363-6602 for terms and pricing. www.sungoldmeats.com

SASK. SHEEP DEV. BOARD sole distributor of sheep ID tags in Sask., offers programs, marketing services and sheep/ goat supplies. 306-933-5200, Saskatoon, SK. www.sksheep.com

SVEN ROLLER MILLS. Built for over 40 years. PTO/elec. drive, 40 to 1000 bu./hr. Example: 300 bu./hr. unit costs $1/hr. to run. Rolls peas and all grains. We regroove and repair all makes of mills. Call Apollo 8- STANFIELD ELECTRIC HEATING pads, Machine 306-242-9884, 1-877-255-0187. WANT THE ORGANIC ADVANTAGE? never plugged in, 1’Wx4’L, $550 buys all. www.apollomachineandproducts.com Contact an organic Agrologist at Pro-Cert Pics available. 250-260-1650, Vernon, BC. 2012 VERMEER BPX9000 bale processor, for information on organic farming: prosBUY ALL: Pigs/swine/wild boar, raised good condition, $9000. 780-209-2373, pects, transition, barriers, benefits, certifioutside, all sizes. Most $. 1-877-226-1395. Czar, AB. cation and marketing. Call 306-382-1299, www.canadianheritagemeats.com Saskatoon, SK. or info@pro-cert.org FREESTANDING PANELS: 30’ windbreak panels; 6-bar 24’ and 30’ panels; 10’, 20’ and 30’ feed troughs; Bale shredder bunks; Silage bunks; Feeder panels; HD bale feeders; All metal 16’ and 24’ calf shelters. Will custom build. 306-424-2094, Kendal, SK. TAKING PRE-ORDERS FOR Chinese Ringneck Pheasants and Eastern Wild Turkeys 2005 LUCKNOW 475 mixer wagon, 1 owner, 4 auger, digital scale, planetary for fall. 306-465-0001, Yellow Grass, SK. drive, vg condition, $27,500. Call Blaine at 306-621-9751 or Steven 306-621-2522, Yorkton, SK. JIFFY 920 BALE PROCESSOR, used very little, exc. cond., $7500. Sold cows. FENCING! CUSTOM POST pounding. Elk and 306-457-2935, Stoughton, SK. K A M UT buffalo fence. Call for pricing. Willing to QUALITY 5 BARS, windbreaks, gates and travel any where in Canada. 306-893-7580 feeders, plus more. Many satisfied long CO N TRA CTS Edam, SK. 590superm@gmail.com term customers. 306-485-8559, Oxbow SK AV A IL A B L E N O W NORTHFORK- INDUSTRY LEADER for GREG’S WELDING: Freestanding 30’ 5 bar over 15 years, is looking for Elk. “If you panels, all 2-7/8” drill stem construction, CAL L have them, we want them.” Make your fi- $470; 24’x5.5’ panels, 2-7/8” pipe with 51 -30 6-869-2926 nal call with Northfork for pricing! Guaran- 1” sucker rods, $350; 24’x6’ panels, 2-7/8” teed prompt payment! 514-643-4447, pipe with 6- 1” rods, $375; 30’ 2 or 3 bar w w w .p hso rg a n ics.co m Winnipeg, MB. windbreak panels c/w lumber. Gates and WE NEED ELK FOR U.S. MEAT Markets double hinges avail. on all panels. Belting No status or testing required. Picked up at troughs for grain or silage. Calf shelters. your farm. Competitive pricing up to Del. avail. 306-768-8555, Carrot River, SK. $4.60/lb. Call Ian at 204-848-2498. FFS- FUCHS FARM SUPPLY is your partner O R G A N I C F E E D G R A I N . C a l l D M I WANTED: ELK BULLS, various ages. Call in agriculture stocking mixer, cutter, 306-515-3500, Regina, SK feed wagons and bale shredders and in- ORGANIC GROWERS WANTED. Grow 306-845-7518, Turtleford, SK. dustry leading Rol-Oyl cattle oilers. q u i n o a ! To t a l p r o d u c t i o n c o n t r a c t s 306-762-2125, Vibank, SK. www.fuchs.ca available for 2016. Premium returns, guarFOR SALE: NEW HOLLAND 354 mixmill, a n t e e d m a r ke t s a n d d e l i v e r y. C a l l taking offers. Phone 306-436-4644, Mile- 306-933-9525 or view www.quinoa.com stone, SK. TRADE AND EXPORT Canada buying all CATTLE SHELTER PACKAGES or built on grades of organic grains. Fast payment s i t e . F o r e a r l y b o o k i n g c a l l and pick up. Call 306-433-4700. 1-800-667-4990 or visit our website GOT GRAIN FOR SALE? Growers Interwww.warmanhomecentre.com national is currently dealing in all wheats BALE KING 3000 processor, LH discharge, and durum, malt and feed barley, milling ALBERTA ELK RANCHERS Production very good condition, asking $8000. and feed oats, brown and golden flax, spelt, edible and feed peas, brown and yelSale 5th Annual. Friday, February 12, 306-642-8111, Assiniboia, SK. 2016 7:00 PM, Nisku Inn, Nisku, AB. Call 2008 HIGHLINE BALE Pro 8100, feed low mustard and lentils. Call Mark Gimby Gateway Auction Services Ltd. for details, chopper series, EZ Feed II grain tank, very 306-652-4529 or Lorne Lix 204-924-7050. 1-866-304-4664, www.gwacountry.com good condition, used 4 years, $18,900. BEST COOKING PULSES accepting samples of organic and conventional pulses for WANTED: ELK, WHITE-TAILED Deer and 780-853-7205, Vermilion, AB. Bison. Rob at 780-871-1056, Lloydminster PAYSEN LIVESTOCK EQUIPMENT INC. 2014/2015 crop year. Matt 306-586-7111, We manufacture an extensive line of cattle Rowatt, SK. handling and feeding equipment including CERT. CARTER & McGwire hulless barley, squeeze chutes, adj. width alleys, crowdGOAT/SHEEP SALE, Saturday, February ing tubs, calf tip tables, maternity pens, milling variety for food purposes, in short 13, 2016, 1:00 PM, Johnstone Auction gates and panels, bale feeders, Bison supply. 306-374-4933, Saskatoon, SK. Mart, Moose Jaw, SK. All classes sheep equipment, Texas gates, steel water and goats accepted. Sheep ID tags and troughs, rodeo equipment and garbage inpre-booking mandatory. 306-693-4715, cinerators. Distributors for El-Toro electric www.johnstoneauction.ca PL #914447. branders and twine cutters. Our squeeze WANTED: CERTIFIED ORGANIC feeder chutes and headgates are now avail. with a cattle. Call Peter Lundgard, Nature’s Way neck extender. Ph 306-796-4508, email: Farm at 780-338-2934, Grimshaw, AB. ple@sasktel.net Web: www.paysen.com FROSTFREE NOSEPUMPS: Fully sustainable livestock watering. No power re- NEW HOLLAND 357 MIXMILL, good condiquired to heat or pump. Prevents contami- tion, ready to work, $3850. 306-796-2178, nation. Grants available. 1-866-843-6744. Chaplin, SK. www.frostfreenosepumps.com ARROW LIVESTOCK EQUIPMENT: Port. windbreaks, custom panels. Mossbank, SK. 1-866-354-7655, www.shadowranch.ca EZE-FEEDER: Quality built grain feeders w/auger for range or bunk feeding. From 15 - 95 bu. Optional scales, 3 PTH frames, etc. 1-877-695-2532. www.ezefeeder.ca STOP WASTING GRAIN! Try our grain troughs: 30’ c/w skids, made of conveyor belting and pipe, $750 ea. 306-538-4685, 306-736-7146, Kennedy, SK. 2000 HARSH 575 feed box complete for LOOKING FOR WTB Roller Mix Mill. Prefer sale, $15,000. Call Jeff at 403-371-6362, hydraulic unload, consider all makes/ SINGLE MALE, 43, would like to meet sinBrant, AB. models, must be in good working condition, gle female 40 to 50 years for friendship THINNED OUT CATTLE Herd: Vermeer and reasonably priced. 306-742-4221, and companionship. Someone who likes 605M round baler; Ford 700 silage truck; Churchbridge, SK. the farm and country life. Reply w/photo CASE 8750 and JF 1350 forage harvesters; to: Box 5577, c/o The Western Producer, 2- Richardson 700 dump wagons; RENN Box 2500, Saskatoon, SK. S7K 2C4. roller mill w/elec. motor; Supreme 600 vertical mixer and a Norvac 8x10’ cattle SINGLE MALE, AGE 50, seeking female scale w/printer. Also, Morris 7180 and 35-55 who likes farm and country lifestyle. Morris 7300 air tanks; Farm King 13”x70’ Box 5578, c/o The Western Producer, Box grain auger. 204-648-4600, Shortdale, MB. 2500, Saskatoon, SK. S7K 2C4. 2013 HAGEDORN 5440 manure spreader, COWBOY WANTED! 45 year old awevertical spreader, heavy duty, new cond., some cowgirl, lives to ride, looking for her $47,000 firm. 204-686-2471, Tilston, MB. cowboy! Would relocate for the right guy! Contact: My Matchmaker (no fee for applicant) 204-888-1529.

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WINTER WATERING: FREEZE proof, motion eye, 24”/36” drain back bowl. Call toll free 1-888-731-8882, Lumsden, SK. Or visit: www.kellnsolar.com AQUA THERM A pasture proven trough. Winter water problems? Solved! No electricity required. 3 sizes - 100, 200 and 525 ga l l o n . Ke l l n S o l a r, L u m s d e n , S K . 1-888-731-8882, www.kellnsolar.com RANCHHAND CALF CATCHER, Canadian made, time tested and proven. Put safety back in calf processing. Call 306-762-2125. www.fuchs.ca

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KUVASZ PUPPIES, 1 male, 5 females, vet checked, first shots, ready, $500 OBO. Call Barb, 403-637-2192, Water Valley, AB. LARGE MIXED BREED predator control guard dog pups. 1 male, 1 female left, $140/each OBO. 306-338-2710, 306-338-2249, Hendon, SK. BONAFIDE REGISTERED AUSTRALIAN Kelpie pups, red/tans and black/tans, parents make a living on cow/calf operation at community pasture. Watkinson Working Kelpies, 306-692-2573, Moose Jaw, SK. WELL BRED BORDER Collie puppies. Registered. Parents are good working dogs. Vet checked, vaccinated, micro chipped; black, brown and tri colour. Sire recently imported from Scotland. 780-855-2477 New Norway, AB., brinkmann@equitopfarm.com

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SHELLBROOK, SK. CONDO FOR SALE: 1166 sq. ft. one level bungalow, provides a great open floor plan w/single attached garage; 2 bdrms, master w/walk-in closet and ensuite bathroom. Maple cabinets and hardwood floors throughout. Partially fenced back yard w/deck and established landscaping. Snow removal and lawn care included in condo fees. Full service hospital built 2014 in Shellbrook. Enjoy all the comforts of home with the convenience of condo living! MLS® 558554 For sale by: agent/broker, $236,000. Shellbrook, SK., 306-747-7507, quinntait@taitinsurance.ca www.remaxprincealbert.com

YEAR ROUND LAKE FRONT PROPERTY on Moose Hills Lake, MLS® E3422519, $380,000. Desiree Maas, Assoc., Elk Point Realty: 780-645-1409, desiree@mcsnet.ca CEDAR LOG HOMES AND CABINS, sidings, paneling, decking. Fir and Hemlock flooring, timbers, special orders. Rouck Bros., Lumby, BC. www.rouckbros.com 1-800-960-3388. YEAR ROUND LAKEVIEW cottage located at Palliser Regional Park, (Riverhurst, SK.) 816 sq. ft main floor completely redone, 3 bedrooms, 300 sq. ft. lower level guest suite, fully furnished, carport, wrap around deck, two sheds. Asking $267,000. Call 403-548-7337 or cell 403-581-0948.

LOG POST AND BEAM shell package for sale. 26’x34’ with loft 1220 sq. ft. total. Douglas fir logs. Call 306-222-6558 cell, email jeff@backcountryloghomes.ca or visit www.backcountryloghomes.ca HOUSE TO BE Moved: 1950's 1 1/2 storey house, 24' 4" x 26' 4" with porch 9' 8" x 9' 3". $17 500. Contact: 306-383-2929, Quill Lake, SK., kkkralkay@sasktel.net LOOKING FOR: Older home to move to lake for a cabin, North Central Sask. Please call or text 306-961-7407.

MEDALLION HOMES 1-800-249-3969 Immediate delivery: New 16’ and 20’ modular homes; Also used 14’ and 16’ homes. Now available: Lake homes. Medallion Homes, 306-764-2121, Prince Albert, SK. RECENTLY REDUCED. 1800 sq. ft. home to be moved off lot. 3 bdrm, 1 bath, large porch, office, 2 family rooms, $50,000. Must see! Jason 306-642-3315, Assiniboia.

TO BE MOVED: 1 1/2 storey house, very structually sound, upstairs redone, styrofoam and new siding 5 years ago. Make a great cabin. $30,000 OBO. 306-883-9230, Leoville, SK. RT M s A N D S I T E b u i l t h o m e s . C a l l 1-866-933-9595, or go online for pictures and pricing at: www.warmanhomes.ca

SPECTACULAR RIVERFRONT PropertyKamloops. 124 fenced acres, extensive frontage along the North Thompson river only 7 minutes to shopping and schools in Westsyde. 85 acres of irrigated, fertile crop land, 25 acres of irrigated pasture. Mostly level, white sand beach, treed along the river. Mobile home, hay shed and corrals. Fenced and cross fenced. Call Julieanne, Best-West Realty- Kamloops, BC. 250-571-0355. ja-brown@shaw.ca

ID#1100475 SMOKY LAKE: Farm right on the North Sask. River is a dream come true and a rare find. Approx. 392 acres incl. $ 600 revenue/year. House is about 956 sq. ft. and is really well kept. Excellent water! Newer steel quonset is about 1295 sq. ft. Approx. 110 acres cult., rest pasture. Lots of spruce trees. ID#1100474 MEDICINE HAT: Excellent Farmland, just 1 mile from Medicine Hat city limits. Total of 295.86 acres, with 4 gas wells and 277 acres SMRID Water Rights. Both Parcels have Valley Pivots and pressurized SMRID pipeline. Real Estate Centre, 1-866-345-3414. For all our listings view www.farmrealestate.com 3000 ACRES DEEDED farmland for sale in 1 block. Sections 5, 6, 7, 8 and 18, all 22-2-W4, Bindloss, AB. h.field@shaw.ca Call 403-528-5425 or 403-548-1299. 390 ACRES SOUTH of Bassano, 160 acres farmland, 230 acres grassland, well, corals, small cabin and lots good fishing. $560,000. Bernie Smyth, Pro Real Estate, 403-504-3170, Medicine Hat, AB. agland1@hotmail.com realestatebernie.ca LAND OPPORTUNITY: 1) Great quarter section starter farm with modular home, SW of Wildwood, $379,000. 2) 70 acres development property west of Lloydminster. 3) Brand new feedlot and cattle headquarters, approx. 2000 head cap., attached to 2700 acres of cattle country, west of Edmonton. 4) 960 acre rolling pasture, great hunting, will carry approx. 180 cow/calf pairs, $37,850 surface lease revenue, west of Leduc. 5) 6800 acre ranch north of Smoky Lake, 2 modern homes, $30,000 surface lease revenue. 6) 800 acres prime property just west of Edmonton, north of Cougar Creek Golf Course and south of Alberta Beach. 7) Deluxe recreational quarter west of Caroline. Fronts on Clearwater River. Don Jarrett, Realty Executives Leading, 780-991-1180, Spruce Grove, AB. COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL, 160 acres. Built in 1983, 5600 sq. ft. 2 full kitchens, 6 plus bdrms, 2 dining rooms, studio, games room, office, classroom. Wildlife corridor. Private lake, gardens. Oil revenue. $727,500 OBO. 780-645-1409, Elk Point, AB. desiree@mcsnet.ca

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LAND FOR SALE: RM of Loreburn, SE30-27-05-W3. MLSÂŽ 558918. This 149.11 acres listed for $164,000. and has a signed rental agreement for the 2016 crop season. All offers will be opened on February 22, 2016 at 1:00 PM. Highest or any offer not necessarily accepted. For further info www.EdBobiashTeam.com Call Steven Bobiash 306-222-2115, Re/Max Saskatoon SELLING BY TENDER: RM of Lakeview #337, NW-35-35-15-W2nd, approx. 155 cult. acres, assess. 100,000, Class F soil. Farmed organically 25+ years. Mail tenders by Feb. 26, 2016 to: Land Tender, 2508 Woodward Ave., Saskatoon, SK., S7J 2E5. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Call for info 306-220-6311. CONSUL SK RANCH, 3620 acres w/1120 deeded/ balance Crown lease, Battle Creek runs on 7 quarters, 300 acres irrigation. MLS 554521. Call Len Rempel, Southland Realty, 306-741-6358, Swift Current, SK. lenrempel@sasktel.net 10,000 ACRES CULTIVATED farmland for sale in the Luseland, SK. area. Call 587-296-0588, Calgary, AB. RM SPIRITWOOD. What a property! This 307 acre grain farm offers a 1204 sq. ft., 3 bdrm home w/full basement, nat. gas heat and well. 40x60 quonset, 5 steel bins, 22x42 garage/shop, plus other yard buildings. Approx. 220 acres cultivated. Located 8 miles East of Spiritwood and 1/2 mile South. Bring your pets and farm animals and enjoy this peaceful area. MLSÂŽ 556862. Call Lloyd Ledinski, Re/Max of the Battlefords, 306-446-8800, 306-441-0512, North Battleford. remaxbattlefords.com DWEIN TRASK REALTY INC., St. Benedict south, 325 acres of 32-40-24-W2 with grain storage, very good 2 storey house just complete with $100,000 renos! Barn and extensive corrals. New price $699,900! Ph Dwein Trask 306-221-1035. WANTED FARMLAND TO RENT in the Raymore/ Semans area, North of Hwy. 15. Call 306-528-7875 or benrhb@gmail.com 160 ACRES with large home, 3 car heated garage, large shop, horse barn, plenty of water, 20 minutes NE of Regina. Beside Regina, SK: 3 acre property/house/greenhouses; Near Pilot Butte, 80 acre development land; RM Edenwold, 160 acre quarter near Regina; 90+ acres, Hwy #11, 7 miles North of Saskatoon, development; RM Edenwold, 160 acres, home and buildings within 1/2 hour from Regina- SOLD; RM Perdue, 2 quarters West of Saskatoon on Hwy #14. Call Brian Tiefenbach 306-536-3269, Colliers Int., Regina, SK. www.collierscanada.com

TENDERS FOR FARMLAND, RM Pleasant Valley #288, 6 miles North and 3/4 mile West of Fiske, SK. Marked and Sealed Tenders will be received for the below described land up to 3:00 PM, March 2, 2016. Title #117742440, NE-10-30-18-W3 Extension 0, 160 acres, 151 total cult., 60,900 assessment; Title 117742855, NE-15-30-18-W3 Ext. 0, 160 acres, 150 cult. 67,000 assess; Title 117742563, NW 11-30-18-W3 Ext. 0, 160 acres, 154 cult., 59,800 assessment; Title 117742811, NW-14-30-18-W3 Ext. 0. 160 acres, 160 cult., 77,100 assess; Title 117742833, SW-14-30-18-W3 Ext. 0, 160 acres, 140 cult., 74,500 assess; Title 117742877, SE-15-30-18-W3 Ext. 0, 160 acres, 160 cult., 63,400 assess; Title 117742888, SW- 15-30-18-W3 Ext. 0, 160 acres, 156 cult., 58,200 assess. 1120 total acres, 1071 total cultivated, 460,900 total assessment. Note: 1. SW-14-30-18-W3 presently consists of 160 acres. Approx. 10 acres of the yard site will be subdivided leaving 150 acres for sale with respect to this quarter section out of which 140 acres are cultivated; 2. Your offer should be itemized by legal description and any conditions of your offer must be clearly stated. 3. The highest, or any, offer will not necessarily be accepted. 4. In addition to the top offer for any individual parcel, consideration will be given to offers that provide the highest aggregate price for any combination of parcels. 5. You must provide a certified cheque or bank draft for 5% of the price being offered payable to Gall Law Office. 6. You must rely on your own research of the property to determine acreage, condition, improvements and assessment. 7. The vendor will be responsible for taxes on the property to Dec. 31, 2015. 8. Title to the land shall be transferred free and clear of all encumbrances and liens. 9. Please outline the ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name, title(s) numbers and legal location(s) with your offer. Further info. can be obtained by phoning Gary at 306-651-2166 after 6 PM. Submit offers to Roderick G. Gall, Gall Law Office, 100, 316 6th Avenue North, Saskatoon, SK. S7K 2S5 LAND FOR RENT: 22 quarters, RM Excel #71, near Viceroy, SK. Contact Harry at 306-530-8035, Sutton Group- Results Realty, Regina, SK, harry@sheppardrealty.ca www.sheppardrealty.ca MINERAL RIGHTS. We will purchase and or lease your mineral rights. 1-877-269-9990. cndfree@telusplanet.net PRICE REDUCED. RM of Leask #464. What a ranch! 4342 acres in a block, 4-wire fences and treated, posts. Over 3000 acres in tame pasture. 36x112â&#x20AC;&#x2122; hip roof calving barn w/boxstalls, 3 large open end cattle shelters, corrals systems, well, pasture water. Plus a 36x51â&#x20AC;&#x2122; metal clad building. 36x20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; adjoining ranch hands living quarters w/in-floor NG heat, power, phone, sewer. What a location! One hour to Prince Albert and just over an hour to Saskatoon and North Battleford. MLSÂŽ 557460. For more info. or viewing, call Lloyd Ledinski, Re/Max of the Battlefords, 306-446-8800 or 306-441-0512.

FARMLAND FOR SALE BY TENDER - RM Kindersley/Snipe Lake, 1440 acres. Land all in one block, Section 4-28-20-W3, E1/2-32 -27-20-W3, N1/2-33-27-20-W3, NW1/4-34 -27-20-W3. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.Tenders must exclude GST or any other levies. Purchaser must rely on their own research and inspection of property. Land is rented for 2016 but purchaser of land can receive 2016 rental if purchase of land is complete by March 20, 2016. Deadline for offers is Feb 29, 2016. C A S H R E N T, R M 3 9 7 N 1 / 2 6 & Phone: 780-826-6875, Brock, SK. SW-7-41-14-W2 approx. 250 acres. Offers ldholdings@telus.net close Feb. 20, 2016. Call Al 306-545-0983.

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LAND FOR RENT: 37 quarters, RM Excel #71, East of Assiniboia, SK. 3,000 sq. ft. two storey house, grain storage, machinGRAIN LAND TO RENT, 35 mile radius of ery shed and workshop. Contact Harry at Rouleau, SK. Call 306-776-2600 or email: 306-530-8035, Sutton Group- Results Rekraussacres@sasktel.net alty, Regina, SK. harry@sheppardrealty.ca www.sheppardrealty.ca LAND FOR SALE RM ROSEMOUNT #378, by Estate of Ruby Lehnert. NE-21-37-17-3 LOOKING FOR PASTURE or mixed farm to Assessed 107,800; SE-21-37-17-3 As- rent. Land base to accommodate 200 plus sessed 102,400; NE-12-37-16-3 Assessed cows. If you are looking to retire, we could 92,200; NW-12-37-16-3 Assessed 81,500; custom operate part of your herd. Will build E 1/2 only- Fall burn off at 1 litre per acre or repair fence if needed. 306-774-4952, of high strength Round Up. Current tenant Swift Current, SK. has agreed to give up his lease on E 1/2 21, but requires compensation for input ID#1100472 HODGEVILLE: 39.90 acres. costs (150 lbs. of 31-9-34 fertilizer applied Great rural acreage features a 100x200â&#x20AC;&#x2122; in fall). Offer to purchase land must in- Outdoor Riding Arena. Also includes: shop clude additional $5,000 per quarter. Ten- cinder block 32x72â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, shed 50x20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, shed ant has right of first refusal on E 1/2 21. 3 6 x 1 8 â&#x20AC;&#x2122; a n d a c h i c ke n c o o p 1 2 x 2 0 â&#x20AC;&#x2122; . No such restrictions apply to N 1/2 12. ID#1100443 YORKTON: 2,652 acres Closing date for tenders: February 11, with newer bungalow and 40x60 insulated 2016. Obtain procedure packages from shop, both with geothermal heating. Busse Law Professional Corporation, 302 65,000 bu. grain storage. Main yard has Main Street, Box 669, Biggar, SK. S0K 0M0. 6x5300 bu. hopper bottom bins with own aeration fans, 2x100 ton epoxy coated bins 306-948-3346. reception@busselaw.net plus 1 Meridian and 1 Friesen. 2,090 acres LAND FOR SALE RM Buchanan: NE-24-32-5 are cultivated, as per SAMA. Seller could W2, 109 cult. acres. NW-24-32-5-W2, 101 sell land only. MLSÂŽ. Call Real Estate cult. acres, power, 3 air bins, 3 steel bins. Centre, 1-866-345-3414. For all our NW-25-32-5-W2, 133 cult. acres, machine listings view www.farmrealestate.com shop, 2 steel bins. SW-19-32-4-W2, 131 cult acres. 306-563-7455 or 306-563-7534 RM BRATTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LAKE #129, 312 acres of Regina heavy clay, located 14 miles SW of Regina. Assessment 195,000. Asking $2200/acre. Keith Bartlett 306-535-5707, Sutton Group Results Realty, Regina, SK.

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LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER: RM 279, S1/2 -34-28-21 W2. Tenders accepted until Mar. 1st. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Blair Fraser, 306-524-4922, Box 299, Semans, SK. S0A 3S0. DWEIN TRASK REALTY INC. Grass Lake, S K . R M # 3 8 1 : N W- 0 5 - 3 8 - 2 4 - W 3 , SW-07-38-24-W3 and NE-06-38-24-W3, total 480 acres. Reward, SK. 6 oilwell leases and long term land renter. Please call Dwein Trask: 306-221-1035 for more info. RM WILLNER #253, NE and SE-03-27-01 W3, approx. 2 miles north and 13 miles west of Davidson. Send offers to: Dan Masich, Box 266, Davidson, SK. S0G 1A0, 306-561-7327 email: emasich@sasktel.net FARM LOCATED IN the center of 800 acres, 755 cultivated. Yard fully serviced with 2013 1675 sq. ft. house, 70,000 bu. aerated grain storage, 30x30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; heated shop, 120x48â&#x20AC;&#x2122; steel clad machine shed, other modern storage sheds. 306-287-7928, Quill Lake, SK. RM 225: IRRIGATION potential! Approx. 800 acres of grainland which can be irrigated from the South Sask. River according to the owner. Excellent opportunity to own irrigated land. John Cave, Edge Realty Ltd., 306-773-7379. www.farmsask.com EXCELLENT PASTURE FOR sale. W-1/2 20-27-28-W3, 220 grass, 100 summerfallow, spring water, coulees, trees. SW 28-27-28-W3, 160+ grass, flowing well. Bids considered until June 20. Ken Wood, Drawer 280, Alsask, SK S0L 0A0 306-432-7343. BIRSAY GRAIN FARM, 2700 acres including five pivots on pressurized water line. Len Rempel Southland Realty 306-741-6358, Swift Current, SK. lenrempel@sasktel.net

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BEAUTIFUL 160 ACRES, 17 miles NW of Meadow Lake, SK., 1/2 mile S of Beaver River. Can be used as recreation land, hay or grains. NW-31-18-60-W3, RM 588. $142,000. 306-240-5997. RM OF GRANT #372. One cheap quarter, 30 miles east of Saskatoon off Hwy #5. Has acreage potential. SE-29-37-28-W2, 153 acres, 82 cult., 54,700 assessment. MLSÂŽ 556060. Garry Frie, Royal LePage Saskatoon, SK. 639-480-7254.

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PASTURE FOR SALE: RM Caledonia #99, Milestone, SK. Sections 31- and 32-10-19W2, 1280 acres, fenced and cross fenced. Accepting bids until February 27, 2016. 306-436-4611, brownfarms@sasktel.net MULCHING- TREES, BRUSH, Stumps. Call today 306-933-2950. Visit us at: www.maverickconstruction.ca WANTED: PASTURE TO RENT for 25100 cow/calf pairs for 2016 season with potential for long term agreement. Prefer within 100 miles of Moose Jaw, SK. Call/text 306-354-7262, 306-354-7211. MACK AUCTION CO. presents a Land Auction for the Estate of Ron Carriere, Thursday, March 31, 2016, 7:00 PM at the Days Inn, Estevan, SK. Up for Unreserved Auction are 8 quarter sections of farmland in the RM of Benson #35. Some of the land will sell with surface lease oil revenue. View www.mackauctioncompany.com for sale bill and photos. 306-421-2928 or 306-487-7815 Mack Auction Co. PL311962

PASTURE AND HAY land, 1120 acres. This pasture has 620 acres of tame hay, the balance is bush and meadow type openings, quality of harvested spruce timber, small lake approx. 25 acres. 30' deep other creeks and dugouts, fenced with 4 wires and treated posts plus 7 cross fence rotation pastures. 306-466-4466, 306-466-7566, RM 464 Leask, SK. btoth@xplornet.ca

WANTED: PASTURE, prefer supervised in SK. or Western MB. for a minimum LAND FOR SALE: Certified Organic Crop- eastern 100 pair. Possible long term agreement. ping suitable. 8 quarters in RM Elmsthorpe of 306-745-7288, Esterhazy, SK. #100, near Avonlea, SK. Call Harry at 306-530-8035, Sutton Group- Results Realty, Regina, SK. harry@sheppardrealty.ca www.sheppardrealty.ca LAND WANTED. FAMILY farm wanting to LOOKING FOR: 5 or more quarter sec- rent or buy. Location: RM Winslow, RM tions of land with yard and older home in Kindersley, RM Pleasant Valley, RM MounSask. Please call or text 306-961-7407. tain View. Thank you. 306-932-7050, Plenty, SK. leeweese1@hotmail.com

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RARE OPPORTUNITY 150 acre building site, 6 miles SE Marshall, SK. RM of Wilton #472, SE-29-47-26-3-ext3; 100 acres natural prairie pasture, 50 cult., spring water, view. All utilities adjacent, $395,000 OBO. Call Lyle at: 306-947-2190.

2003 TRIPLE E TOPAZ, Model FS306RLXL, 9 QUARTERS FARMLAND, East central Touring Edition, LR and BR slides, $14,500. SK. Good yard, 2 homes, livestock facilities 306-245-3754, or 306-536-0201, Tyvan SK and grain and machinery storage. Call 306-795-2702, Ituna, SK. RM BIRCH HILLS #460, 2033 total acres in 2 blocks, 4 miles apart. Prime farmland. Turnkey home quarter operation with park like setting. 2 yardsites. 2 storey, 3300 sq. ft. newer home. Quonset, shop, bins. Will sell whole or parcels, yardsite may sell separate. 306-960-1478, Birch Hills, SK. IRRIGATED LAND FOR RENT: 9 quarters in RM of Maple Bush #224, along Hwy #19, close to Elbow, SK. Call Harry at 306-530-8035, Sutton Group- Results Realty, Regina, SK. harry@sheppardrealty.ca www.sheppardrealty.ca 2016 PALAZZO 36.1, Stock #K4419, 340 HP, 2 slides, fully loaded. $292,022. MSRP, cash price $224,000. Save $68,022. Shop 133 CULTIVATED ACRES and yardsite, online 24/7 at: www.allandale.com or 1359 sq. ft. bungalow 4 yrs. old, finished 1-844-488-3142. basement, detached dbl. garage, heated workshop 1800 sq. ft. SW-2-28-19-WPM, 16 miles N of Dauphin, MB. 204-638-9286. FARM, 459 ACRES, 154 crop land, 127 hay, 118 bush/pasture, 60 fenced (3 dugouts). Good water supply. Minutes from Duck Mountain Park. 1500 sq. ft. bungalow (1984), attached garage. New windows, doors and metal roof 2015. 30x42 heated shop (1993), 46x50 machine shed. 30x30 hip roof barn and outbuildings painted 2015. Underground wiring. large garden space. 204-263-2636, 204-648-4459, (Sclater) Pine River, MB.

2015 MIRAMAR 33.5, Stock #03496, $218,950 MSRP, sale $144,000. Save $74,950! Call 1-844-488-3142 or shop online 24/7 at www.allandale.com

E X C E L L E N T L I V E S TO C K FA R M S : 1) 1000 head feedlot, Hartney. 2) 1732 deeded acres w/4425 acres of Crown land, fenced, small bungalow, vg buildings and metal corral system, can carry 450 cow/ calf pairs. 3) 1270 deeded acre cattle farm by Lac du Bonnet, 640 acres Crown land, turnkey operation. 4) Cattle ranch, Pine River, 3300 deeded and 1200 acres Crown land. 5) 27 acre horse ranch, excellent home and buildings, Erickson, MB. Contact Jim McLachlan 204-724-7753, HomeLife Home Professional Realty Inc., Brandon, MB., www.homelifepro.com

2016 TUSCANY 45AT, Stock #H5312, 450 HP, independent front susp., Aqua hot and many more options available. Call for a quote: 1-866-346-3148, or shop online 24/7: www.allandale.com

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CERT. CDC AUSTENSON, feed; Cert. CDC Maverick, forage; Bentley, 2 row malting; Legacy and Celebration, 6 row malting. Call Fedoruk Seeds, Kamsack, SK., 306-542-4235, www.fedorukseeds.com CERTIFIED #1 LEGACY (6R). Call Fenton Seeds, 306-873-5438, Tisdale, SK.

2005 MONACO CAYMAN 34PDD, 35’, 5.9 Cummins, 300 HP, 21,500 miles, auto, satellite, air over hyd. brakes, 5.5 KW Onan dsl. gen.- 148 hrs, exc. cond., 2 slides, $75,000. More photos on our website www.can-amtruck.com Can-Am Truck Export Ltd 1-800-938-3323. DL #910420.

GOLDEN GHOST 20” track, Arctic Cat Panther snowmobile, shedded, good shape. 306-283-4747, 306-291-9395 Langham SK WANTED: 2001-2007 SKI-DOO Skandic 440LT. 306-278-7344, Porcupine Plain, SK. WANTED: 1970 SKI-DOO Olympique for restoration. Call 306-278-7344, Porcupine Plain, SK. BOMBARDIER/ TRAIL GROOMER 2002, BR275 Cummins engine, Mogul Master drag, work ready, $42,000. Lease/rent. Call 306-563-8765, Canora, SK.

SUN BEACH MOTEL, 1 bdrm suite, $650, 2 bdrm starting at $825. 250-495-7766, Osoyoos, BC. www.sunbeachmotel.net

WOOD-MIZER PORTABLE SAWMILLS, eight models, options and accessories. 1-877-866-0667. www.woodmizer.ca SAWMILLS from only $4397 - Make Money and Save Money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock, ready to ship. Free info. and DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/168 or call 1-800-566-6899 ext. 168.

ELIAS SCALES MFG., several different ways to weigh bales and livestock; Platform scales for industrial use as well, nonelectric, no balances or cables (no weigh like it). Shipping arranged. 306-445-2111, North Battleford, SK. www.eliasscales.com

CERTIFIED SEABISCUIT OATS. Call Grant, Greenshields Seeds, 306-746-7336, 306-524-4339, Semans, SK. CERT. #1 SUMMIT, Souris, Leggett, CDC Haymaker (forage) Excellent quality. Ardell Seeds Ltd., Vanscoy, SK., 306-668-4415. LARGE QUANTITY OF Reg. AAC Justice WWW.TRAWINSEEDS.CA Certified CDC oats, very clean. Inland Seed Corp., Austenson, highest yielding feed barley on 204-683-2316, Binscarth, MB. market. Call 306-752-4060, Melfort, SK. TOP QUALITY CERT. No. 1 CDC Minstrel, CERTIFIED #1 METCALFE and Kindersley, Souris, CDC Orrin, Summit, Leggett. excellent quality. Boyes Seeds, Kelvington, Frederick Seeds, 306-287-3977 Watson SK SK., 306-327-7660. FND., REG., CERT. New CDC Ruffian, AC CERT. AC METCALFE malt barley. Call for Morgan, Summit, excellent quality. Terre large and early order discounts. Treating B o n n e S e e d F a r m , M e l f o r t , S K . available. Visa or MC. www.llseeds.ca 306-921-8594, 306-752-4810. 306-530-8433, Lumsden.

CHIN RIDGE SEEDS, Taber, AB Certified Malt Barley Available: AC Metcalfe, CDC Copeland, and CDC Meredith. High Germ, 0% Fusarium. Other certified cereal & pulse seed available. 1-800-563-7333 or www.chinridge.com

EXCELLENT QUALITY CERT. No. 1 CDC Plentiful, CDC Utmost VB, Cardale, Muchmore, Harvest, Elgin ND, AAC Elie, AC Andrew, Conquer VB. Frederick Seeds, 306-287-3977, Watson, SK. CERT. CARDALE WHEAT. Midge tolerant Shaw-AC Domain VB wheat; Faller high yielding new class wheat. Call for large and early order discounts. Treating available. Visa, MC. 306-530-8433, Lumsden, SK. www.llseeds.ca CERTIFIED HARVEST WHEAT, wholesale pricing. Inland Seed Corp., 204-683-2316, Binscarth, MB. NEW CPS HEAVY WEIGHT Cert. AAC Foray WWW.TRAWINSEEDS.CA Certified #1 V B , b i g y i e l d . W i l f i n g S e e d s Gazelle Spring Rye. Call Trawin Seeds 306-236-6811, A. Woroschuk 306-7424682, Wylie Seeds 306-948-2807. 306-752-4060, Melfort, SK.

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TOP QUALITY CERT. #1 CDC Copeland, CERTIFIED BREVIS, good for greenfeed AC Metcalfe, Newdale, CDC Meredith. silage. Call Hickseed Ltd., 306-354-7998, Frederick Seeds, 306-287-3977 Watson SK 306-229-9517, Mossbank, SK. REG. and CERT. CDC AUSTENSON. 0% Fg, 99% germ. Tilley, AB., 403-633-9999 www.fabianseedfarms.com REG., CERT. AAC Brandon, Cardale, Osler, MALT BARLEY GROWERS: Gregoire AC Shaw VB, AC Vesper VB, CDC Utmost Seed Farm Ltd. has Cert. CDC Copeland. VB, excellent quality. Terre Bonne Seeds May be malters top choice 2016/17. Also 306-921-8594, 306-752-4810, Melfort, SK. Cert. CDC Meredith, CDC Kindersley. 306-441-7851 or 306-445-5516, North CERTIFIED #1 BRANDON Wheat, 92% germ, 91% vigor. Sandercock Seed Farm, Battleford, SK. gregfarms@sasktel.net 306-334-2958, Balcarres, SK. REGISTERED NEWDALE 2-row malt barley. I n l a n d S e e d C o r p . , B i n s c a r t h , M B . CERTIFIED #1 CDC Plentiful, Cardale, Goodeve VB, Vesper VB, CDC Utmost VB. 204-683-2316. Fenton Seeds, 306-873-5438, Tisdale, SK. CERTIFIED CDC Plentiful, CDC Utmost VB, Lillian. Craswell Seeds Ltd., Strasbourg, CERTIFIED CONVENTIONAL CM440 SK., 306-725-3236. grazing corn. Early maturing, leafier for increased grazing yield. No planter required. CERT. AC BRANDON, 0% fusarium; CDC Swath or stand graze cattle, sheep, bison Plentiful; Cardale; CDC Utmost VB; Carberand for wildlife food plots. CanaMaize ry, and Glenn. Fedoruk Seeds, Kamsack, S e e d I n c . , c a l l 1 - 8 7 7 - 2 6 2 - 4 0 4 6 . SK. 306-542-4235 www.fedorukseeds.com www.canamaize.com WWW.TRAWINSEEDS.CA New- CPS AAC $28/ACRE, CATT CORN, open pollinated Foray VB, Penhold, Conquer VB. Call corn seed. Lower cost alternative for graz- Trawin Seeds, 306-752-4060, Melfort, SK. ing and silage. 7-9’ tall leafy plants, 8-10” NEW HEAVY WEIGHT CPS Cert. AAC Foray cobs, early maturing 2150 CHUs. Seed VB, top CPS yielder, midge tolerant. G. produced in MB. Selling into SK. AB., and Boldt 306-239-2297, Redpath Seeds MB. for over 10 yrs. High nutritional value 306-745-7858, Ron Buziak 306-445-6556. and palatability. Delivery available. CERTIFIED CARDALE HRSW, 98% germ., 204-723-2831, Austin, MB. 0.0% fusarium. 403-633-9999, Tilley, AB. www.fabianseedfarms.com CERT. CDC PLENTIFUL HRSW, good germ. CERT. AAC RAYMORE, Canada’s first and vigor. Call Shaun at 306-831-8963, sawfly tolerant durum wheat. Hickseed Rosetown, SK. Ltd., 306-354-7998, 306-229-9517, Mossbank, SK. CERTIFIED NO. 1 CWRS AAC Brandon, CDC Plentiful. 306-290-7816, Blaine Lake, SK., REGISTERED AND CERT. durum for 2016. shewchukseeds.com AAC Marchwell VB, AC Enterprise and AC Strongfield durum. All varieties have strong CERTIFIED BRANDON WHEAT. Call Grant, germ and vigor. Low to nil fusarium gram. G r e e n s h i e l d s S e e d s , 3 0 6 - 7 4 6 - 7 3 3 6 , levels. Call for specific details. Petruic Seed 306-524-4339, Semans, SK. Farm 306-868-7688, Avonlea, SK. CERTIFIED #1 AAC BRANDON, AC Shaw CERTIFIED TRANSCEND DURUM. Call VB, AC Vesper VB, CDC Utmost VB and Craswell Seeds Ltd., Strasbourg, SK., Conquer VB. Call Hetland Seeds at Naicam, 306-725-3236. SK. 306-874-5694. www.hetlandseeds.com CERT. DURUM SEED, AAC Current, AAC WHEAT, CERT. AAC Brandon, AAC Redwater, Raymore, AAC Marchwell, Transcend. AAC Penhold, good quality. 306-547-7432, Printz Family Seeds, Gravelbourg, SK., Stenen, SK. mannanahseeds@gmail.com 306-380-7769, 306-648-3511. REG., CERT. #1 CDC Utmost, CDC PlentiCardale, AAC Brandon, Conquer. Ardell CHIN RIDGE SEEDS, Taber, AB ful, Seeds Ltd., Vanscoy, SK., 306-668-4415.

Certified Durum Available: AC® Transcend, AC® Strongfield, and AAC Raymore. High Germ, 0% Fusarium. Other certified cereal & pulse seed available. 1-800-563-7333 or www.chinridge.com

LESS FUSARIUM MORE bottom line. GP Wheat WFT603 seed available. Suitable for ethanol production and livestock feed. Western Feed Grain Development Co-op Ltd. 1-877-250-1552, www.wfgd.ca REG., CERT. CDC Utmost VB, AC Unity VB, Lillian, Waskada, Goodeve. Call Palmier Farms, 306-472-7824, Lafleche, SK. CERT. TRANSCEND, AAC Marchwell VB, Seed AAC Raymore, Eurostar and Strongfield. moe.anita@sasktel.net All germs. are 90% plus, 0% fusarium graminearum. Fraser Farms 306-741-0475, CERTIFIED AAC CHIFFON Pambrun, SK. foc@sasktel.net SOFT WHITE SPRING WHEAT

CERTIFIED #1 AAC SYNERGY, AC Metcalfe and Legacy. Hetland Seeds, Naicam, SK. 306-874-5694. www.hetlandseeds.com CERTIFIED BARLEY: CDC Austenson, CDC Maverick, AC Metcalfe. Delivery Available. 250-782-7820, Dawson Creek, BC. www.spgrain.ca CERT. #1 AAC Synergy, CDC Copeland, CDC Meredith. Northland Seeds Inc., 306-324-4315, Margo, SK. CERT. #1 AAC Synergy (2-row malt), CDC Austenson, CDC Maverick. Exc. quality. Ph Ardell Seeds Vanscoy, SK., 306-668-4415.

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Licen s ed & bon d ed 1- 800- 2 58- 7434 ro ger@ seed - ex.co m REG. CDC AUSTENSON. Palmier Seed Farms, Lafleche, SK. 306-472-7824. moe.anita@sasktel.net CERTIFIED #1 COPELAND Barley, 94% germ, 95% vigor. Sandercock Seed Farm, 306-334-2958, Balcarres, SK. CERTIFIED NO. 1 CDC METCALFE, CDC Meredith Barley. 306-290-7816, Blaine Lake, SK. shewchukseeds.com NEW CDC MAVERICK Cert. barley, 2-row smooth-on forage/feed barley with heavy forage yield potential. Hickseed Ltd., 306-354-7998 306-229-9517 Mossbank SK WWW.TRAWINSEEDS.CA Certified CDC Copeland, AC Metcalfe. Call Trawin Seeds, 306-752-4060, Melfort, SK. C E RT I F I E D MEREDITH BARLEY. Call Grant, Greenshields Seeds, 306-746-7336, 306-524-4339, Semans, SK.

NEW VARIETY, CERT. AAC Marchwell VB, Midge tolerant durum, good germ. and vigor, volume discount, ready for pick up. 306-648-8337, Gravelbourg, SK. myles@foxfamilyfarm.ca www.foxfamilyfarm.ca CERT. TRANSCEND DURUM, good germ. and vigor. Call Shaun at 306-831-8963, Rosetown, SK. MIDGE TOLERANT DURUM now available. Cert. AAC MARCHWELL. Printz Family Seeds, Gravelbourg, SK., 306-380-7769, 306-648-3511. REG., CERT. TRANSCEND, AAC Marchwell VB, Kyle, good germ. and disease. Palmier Seed Farms 306-472-7824, Lafleche, SK. moe.anita@sasktel.net

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NEW CDC HAYMAKER Cert. oats. Very high forage yielding oat. Hickseed Ltd., 306-354-7998 306-229-9517 Mossbank SK WWW.TRAWINSEEDS.CA Certified AC Morgan, Souris, Triactor, CS Camden oats. Trawin Seeds 306-752-4060, Melfort, SK. CERT. #1 CS CAMDEN, Triactor, Souris. Call Northland Seeds Inc., 306-324-4315, Margo, SK. CERT. SUMMIT, CS CAMDEN, Souris, CDC Seabiscuit, and CDC Haymaker (forage). Fedoruk Seeds, Kamsack, SK., 306-542-4235, www.fedorukseeds.com CERTIFIED #1 CS CAMDEN and Triactor. Call Hetland Seeds at Naicam, SK., 306-874-5694. www.hetlandseeds.com CERTIFIED OATS, AC Mustang, AC Morgan, CDC Seabiscuit. Delivery available. 250-782-7820, Dawson Creek, BC. www.spgrain.ca

CERTIFIED CDC MARBLE French green CERTIFIED CDC AMARILLO and Limerick Lentil, new top yielding, good fit for organic peas. Call Grant, Greenshields Seeds, 306-746-7336, 306-524-4339, Semans, SK growers. 306-693-9402, Moose jaw, SK. CERTIFIED CDC LIMERICK green pea seed. Sunset Farms, Pennant, SK. Phone: 306-626-3388, or 306-741-1523 cell, or email: sunset@sasktel.net

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CERTIFIED #1 CDC LIMERICK and CDC Greenwater. Hetland Seeds at Naicam, SK., 306-874-5694. www.hetlandseeds.com GREEN! GREEN! GREEN! Gregoire Seed Farm Ltd., has Fdn., Reg., Certified CDC Greenwater, CDC Limerick, CDC Raezer, CDC Striker. Greens may be the dark horse 2016. Volume discounts. 306-441-7851, 306-445-5516, North Battleford, Sask. gregfarms@sasktel.net FOUNDATION REG. CERT. #1 CDC Limerick, CDC Greenwater. Also, CDC Marble (french green lentil). Ardell Seeds Ltd. Vanscoy, SK., 306-668-4415.

CERT. CDC AMARILLO and CDC Hornet yellow peas, good germ. and vigor. Call CERTIFIED CDC DAZIL CL Red lentil. Shaun at: 306-831-8963, Rosetown, SK. Hansen Seeds. Phone: 306-465-2525, 306-861-5679 (cell), Yellow Grass, SK. CERT. #1 CDC Limerick and Cooper. Call Northland Seeds Inc., 306-324-4315, TOP QUALITY CERTIFIED alfalfa and grass Email: jsh2@sasktel.net Margo, SK. seed. Call Gary or Janice Waterhouse CERTIFIED #1 CDC Impala (Small Red) 306-874-5684, Naicam, SK. Clearfield. Fenton Seeds, 306-873-5438, CERTIFIED #1 ALGONQUIN alfalfa seed. Tisdale, SK. Call Maurice Wildeman, 306-365-7802, Lanigan, SK. CERT. CDC CHERIE, CDC Dazil, and CDC Proclaim red lentil seed, good germ. and vigor. Shaun 306-831-8963, Rosetown, SK. CERTIFIED CDC CALVI Canary Seed, new CERT. CDC GREENLAND, green; Cert. CDC variety, good germ. 306-693-9402, Moose Impala, CDC Maxim reds. Call Palmier Jaw, SK. Seed Farms, Lafleche, SK., 306-472-7824. HYBRID AND OPEN-POLLINATED canola CERTIFIED CANTATE, highest yielding varieties. Certified #1 Synergy (Polish), CERT. CDC GREENSTAR large green lentil, variety. Hansen Seeds, Yellow Grass, SK., Dekalb, Rugby, Cafe. Fenton Seeds, g o o d g e r m . a n d v i g o r. C a l l S h a u n 306-465-2525, 306-861-5679. Email: 306-831-8963, Rosetown, SK. 306-873-5438, Tisdale, SK. jsh2@sasktel.net

CERT. AAC BRAVO and Prairie Thunder. Fedoruk Seeds, Kamsack, SK., 306-542-4235, www.fedorukseeds.com CERTIFIED #1 CDC SORREL. Call Hetland Seeds at Naicam, SK., 306-874-5694. www.hetlandseeds.com CERTIFIED #1 BETHUNE Flax, 93% germ, 92% vigor, reconstituted. Sandercock Seed Farm, 306-334-2958, Balcarres, SK. BROWN FLAX GROWERS: Gregoire Seed Farm Ltd. has Reg., Cert. CDC Glas, high yielder, easy harvesting. Vol. discounts. 306-441-7851 or 306-445-5516, North Battleford, SK. gregfarms@sasktel.net CERTIFIED CDC NEELA Flax, top yielding, high germination. Call 306-693-9402, Moose Jaw, SK., simpsonseeds.com CDC GLAS (reconst), 93% germ. Tilley, AB. www.fabianseedfarms.com 403-633-9999 CERTIFIED CDC BETHUNE flax. Call Grant, Greenshields Seeds, 306-746-7336, 306-524-4339, Semans, SK. CERT. AAC BRAVO brown flax, good germ. and vigor. Call Shaun at 306-831-8963, Rosetown, SK. WWW.TRAWINSEEDS.CA Certified CDC Sorrel, CDC Bethune, Glas. Call Trawin Seeds, 306-752-4060, Melfort, SK. REG., CERT. CDC Sanctuary, AAC Bravo. Call Palmier Seed Farms, 306-472-7824, Lafleche, SK. moe.anita@sasktel.net

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CERTIFIED NO. 1 CDC GLAS, CDC Sorrel flax. 306-290-7816, Blaine Lake, SK., shewchukseeds.com CERT. AAC BRAVO, CDC Sanctuary, CDC Sorrel, CDC Bethune. Fraser Farms, Pambrun, SK. 306-741-0475. foc@sasktel.net CERTIFIED #1 CDC Sorrel, AAC Bravo. Fenton Seeds, 306-873-5438, Tisdale, SK. CERT. CDC SORREL flax seed, Triffid free. Call for large and early order discounts. Visa or M/C. 306-530-8433, Lumsden, SK. www.llseeds.ca

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CERT. CDC SANCTUARY flax, #1 variety in the brown soil zone. Printz Family Seeds, Gravelbourg, SK., 306-380-7769, 306-648-3511.

• Wheat midge tolerant

CDC Utmost VB • High yielding (102–112% of check) • Early maturing CWRS wheat • Strong straw & great colour retention

CARBERRY CERT. #1, 99% germ., good for fusarium and very good for lodging. Stoll’s Seed Barn, 306-493-7409, Delisle, SK.

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Charabin Seed Farm Ltd. North Battleford, SK 306-445-2939

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CERT. CDC PATRICK green, CDC Armello yellow. Palmier Seed Farms, Lafleche, SK., 306-472-7824, moe.anita@sasktel.net

CERT. CDC GREENWATER and CDC Limerick green peas, good germ. and vigor. Call FABA BEANS, CERTIFIED CDC Snowdrop, Shaun at: 306-831-8963, Rosetown, SK. new smaller seed, zero tannin. 306-843-2934, Wilkie, SK. www.herle.ca CERTIFIED PATRICK, HIGH germ. Early booking discount. Terre Bonne Seed Farm 306-921-8594, 306-752-4810, Melfort, SK.

CWRS WHEAT GROWERS: Gregoire Seed Farm Ltd. has Registered, Cert. AAC Brandon, good FHB rating, semi dwarf, very high yielder and test weight. Breeze Call GrainEx International Ltd. to straight cut. Also good supply of Reg., Certified Carberry. Volume discounts. for current pricing at 306-441-7851 or 306-445-5516, North 306-885-2288, Sedley SK. Battleford, SK. gregfarms@sasktel.net Visit us on our website at: WWW.TRAWINSEEDS.CA CWRS AAC www.grainex.net Brandon, CDC Plentiful, CDC Utmost VB, Shaw VB. Call 306-752-4060, Melfort, SK. CERTIFIED CDC MARBLE, dark speckled lentils. Call Grant, Greenshields Seeds, 306-746-7336, 306-524-4339, Semans, SK

CERTIFIED NEW CDC PLENTIFUL, good FHB resistance; CDC Utmost VB, midge tolerant; AC Enchant VB; AC Conquer VB; OAC PRUDENCE CONVENTIONAL soy CERT., REG. AAC Marchwell VB durum. CPS red; AC Andrew. High germination. beans, Registered, Certified. Big Dog Seeds Inc. 306-483-2963, Oxbow, SK. Sean Miller, Avonlea, SK., 306-868-7822. 306-843-2934, Wilkie, SK. www.herle.ca

CERTIFIED #1 CDC Orrin, Leggett, CDC Ruffian. Call Fenton Seeds, 306-873-5438, Tisdale, SK. CDC BOYER CERT. #1, 96% germ., early maturity, plump seed. Stoll’s Seed Barn, 306-493-7409, Delisle, SK.

CERTIFIED McLEOD R2Y soybeans from SeCan; 33003R2Y soybeans from Thunder. Call for large and early order discounts. Visa/MC. www.llseeds.ca 306-530-8433, Lumsden, SK.

Charabin Seed Farm Ltd. North Battleford, SK 306-445-2939

Seed Source Inc. Archerwill, SK 306-323-4402

Fedoruk Seeds Kamsack, SK 306-590-7827 Frederick Seeds Watson, SK 306-287-3977

ALBERTA Herle Seed Farm Ltd. Wilkie, SK 306-843-2934 McCarthy Seed Farm Ltd. Corning, SK 306-224-4848

Galloway Seeds Ltd. Fort Saskatchewan, AB 780-998-3036 Sand’s Seed Farm Ltd. McLaughlin, AB 780-745-2251

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Seed Source Inc. Archerwill, SK 306-323-4402

Inland Seed Corp. Binscarth, MB 204-683-2316

Smith Seeds Limerick, SK 306-263-4944

J.S. Henry & Son Ltd. Oak River, MB 204-566-2422

van Burck Seeds Star City, SK 306-863-4377

Swan Valley Seeds Ltd. Swan River, MB 204-734-2526

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CLEANED SMALL RED and large Green lentils. Approx. 500 bu. each of red and green lentils. Pickup. Price negotiable. Call 306-536-5475. dstrauch@accesscomm.ca RED LENTIL- 2 varieties, excellent germ. and vigor, 0% disease. Ph. Byron Blackwell, 306-846-7222, Dinsmore, SK.

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WANTED HEATED CANOLA. No broker MUSTARD SEED! We can supply you with involved. Sell direct to crushing plant. new cert. treated or untreated seed. We Cash on delivery or pickup. 306-228-7306 can upgrade your low grade mustard. or 306-228-7325, Unity, SK. Ackerman Ag Services, 306-638-2282, Chamberlain, SK. BESCO GRAIN LTD. Buyer of all varieties of mustard. Call for competitive pricing. Call 204-736-3570, Brunkild, MB.

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MAPLE PEA SEED. High germ. New variety with good standability. Call: 306-239-4811, or 306-239-2071, Saskatoon, SK. FABA BEAN: TABOAR Faba Bean, low tannin, dual purpose animal feed/human consumption, high nitrogen fixation. Seed available with open market production contract through Terramax at Qu'Appelle, SK. Distribution at Tisdale, Glaslyn, Unity, SK. and Brandon, MB. 306-699-7368, Qu'Appelle, SK. terramax@terramax.sk.ca RED LENTIL SEED grown on our farm, 98% germ., 0 Asco., 0 Anthracose, cleaned. Lionel 306-567-7929, Elbow, SK. RED LENTIL SEED, high germ and vigor, 0% Asco., 0% Anthracose, 1000 kernel weight 35. Cleaned .75/lb. 306-353-4830, Riverhurst, SK. GREEN PEA SEED, one year off certified, approx. 3000 bushels, $9 per bu. Call 306-542-7684, Kamsack, SK. GLY #1 SOYBEAN SEED, early, mid, long season available. Top yields. Bulk or bagged. Keep your own seed with the convenience of Glyphosate. No contracts or TUAs. Dealers wanted. Norcan Seeds, call/text: Matt 204-280-0568 or Nate 204-280-1202, Fisher Branch, MB. C O M M O N Y E L L O W P E A S E E D. C a l l 204-673-2382, Melita, MB.

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Bu yers o f co n ven tio n a l a n d o rga n ic gra d es o f len tils , pea s , m u s ta rd , w hea t, b a rley, o a ts , rye, ca n o la , fla x, etc.

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ROUND SOLID CORE hay and straw bales, 6x5 delivered. Call 306-237-4582, Perdue, SK. 500 LARGE ROUND Oat Green feed bales, net wrap, approx. 1600-1700 lbs, $75/bale. May consider trades for bred heifers/cows. 306-961-2639, Meath Park, SK. GREENFEED OATS OR barley round bales, $80/ton; Also round straw bales. 306-867-8418, 306-867-7632, Outlook, SK THE HAY STORE. We have 2nd and 3rd cut alfalfa large sq. bales. We sell for sheep, horse, dairy and beef. All stored inside. Prices start at 4Â˘/lb. and up. Oat straw, 3Â˘/lb. Delivery can be arranged. Landmark MB. Call 204-355-4980 or 204-371-5744.

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THRESHED TIMOTHY HAY, approx. 1000 large hard core bales, $30/bale OBO. Scale available so will also sell by tonne if preferred. Contact Fisher Farms Ltd, 204-622-8800, 204-648-3038, Dauphin MB ROUND RYE STRAW bales; Greenfeed hailed rye bales; Round oat straw bales; Greenfeed oat bales. All netwrapped. 306-283-4747, 306-291-9395 Langham SK

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403-382-1082 (cell) WHY NOT KEEP MARKETING SIMPLE? You are selling feed grains. we are harry@vandenberghay.ca buying feed grains. Fast payment, with Phone: 1-403-824-3010 prompt pickup, true price discovery. Call Fax: 1-403-824-3040 Jim Beusekom, Allen Pirness, David Lea, No Sunday Calls Please Vera Buziak or Matt Beusekom at Market Place Commodities Ltd., Lethbridge, AB. GREENFEED ROUND BALES, average 1580 Email info@marketplacecommodities.com lbs., netwrapped. Phone 306-230-0040, or phone 1-866-512-1711. Major, SK. MIXED HAY ROUND bales, approx. 1300 lbs., $35 per bale. Call Vic 204-278-3346, Teulon, MB.

BARLEY AND WHEAT 4x5 edge wrapped bales, clean, no weeds. Lab test available. 306-834-5193, 306-834-7710 Kerrobert SK STRAW FOR SALE: barley, wheat or pea, in 600 lb. square bales, $20 or offers. Call 204-721-1542, Brandon, MB.

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SAVE 5% TO 7% on your hay and straw freight bill or free loading. Hauling 48 large round bales per load. Loading 3 at a time, using wheel loader w/engine heater. Call Hay Vern: 204-729-7297, Brandon, MB 250 ROUND WHEAT straw bales (2015). Special price on 2014 bales. Also have small sq. straw bales and 100 round hay bales. 306-291-9395, 306-283-4747, Langham, SK.

WHEAT GRAIN FEED bales, weed free, HAY FOR SALE: 350 grass/alfalfa mix bales, beardless, lots of grain, 1400/1600 lb. Del. 1500 lbs. each. Pickup. Phone available. Call 403-664-0420, Oyen, AB. 306-594-2305, Norquay, SK. BARLEY GREENFEED ROUND bales, net wrapped, loading incl., 2015 bales, 1552 lbs. scaled average weight, 6Â˘/lb. Zehner, SK. Pickup. 306-771-2352, 306-216-5762. 2ND CUT ALFALFA, 1700 lbs., 136 RFV, net BEEF FEED PELLETS from FeedMax. wrapped, full analysis avail. from Dairyland High quality cattle feed pellets at competiLabs. 306-716-3409, Humboldt, SK. tive prices. 1-866-FEEDMAX (333-3629). GREEN 3RD CUT alfalfa, 25.5% protein, 12% COW & CALF PELLETS. Cramer 52 bales, 3x4x8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; big squares. Also 250 big Livestock Nutrition, Swift Current, SK squares, greenfeed, triticale. 122 flax 306-773-1323 Doug 306-520-3553, Roger straw bales. 403-501-1837, Tilley, AB. 306-741-7094. cramerlivestock.com LARGE ROUND ALFALFA brome mixed hay. Call 306-764-6372, Prince Albert, SK.

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2015 HAY BALES for sale, weighing 1250 lbs. Trucking can be arranged. Call 306-236-5091, Meadow Lake, SK. LARGE ROUND HAY and large round alfalfa bales. Delivery available. Call or text: 306-408-0038, Moosomin, SK. ROUND STRAW BALES for sale: wheat, oats, barley. Call 306-947-4603 or cell 306-947-7550, Hepburn, SK.

C H E C K O U T O U R p a r t s s p e c i a l s at www.Maximinc.Com/parts or call Maxim WANTED: CARAWAY SEED. Dandilee Truck & Trailer, 1-888-986-2946. Spice Corp. is a reputable seed export company looking to purchase Caraway at competitive prices. 306-697-3152, Grenfell, SK. dandilee.colby@outlook.com

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ICE FISHING SHACKS- portable, insulated shacks. Fit easy into truck box or hitch option available. SK made by Koenders, Shacks and full accessory line in stock at Flaman, 1-888-435-2626 www.flaman.com

SECOND CUT ALFALFA/BROME grass, 5x6 hard core round bales, 1650-1700 lbs plus, $125/bale. Dave: 306-270-2893 Clavet, SK. ROUND BALE PICKING and hauling, small 6,000 U.S. GALLON 10 year limited waror large loads. Travel anywhere. Also hay ranty heavy duty ribbed tank. Best pricing! for sale. 306-382-0785, Vanscoy, SK. Call 306-253-4343 or 1-800-383-2228. 1 1 5 B I G S Q UA R E b a l e s , g r a s s m i x . www.hold-onindustries.com 306-364-4700, 306-320-1041, Leroy, SK. 5,000 U.S. GALLON 10 year limited warBIG ROUND MIXED hay bales, approx. r a n t y h e av y d u t y r i b b e d t a n k . C a l l 1000, $50 each. Call Warren Fair at 306-253-4343 or 1-800-383-2228. Check our website: www.hold-onindustries.com 306-927-2732, North Portal, SK. LARGE ROUND BALES feed tested, net wrapped, no rain. 204-723-0658, email: colletfarm@gmail.com Notre Dame, MB. HAY FOR SALE, brome alfalfa, approx. 1500 lb. bales, 5x6, no rain. 306-752-4447, Melfort, SK. ONE HUNDRED TONNES 3rd cut and 100 tonnes 2nd cut Alfalfa. Small square bales, Dairy One lab tested, exc. quality, all stacks covered 403-345-4190 Coaldale, AB STRAW BALES: 500 round barley and 500 round wheat straw bales. All net wrapped. Ph 780-878-4655, Ferintosh, AB. 190+ GREENFEED ROUND bales, netwrapped, 1500 lbs. plus, $80/bale. Ph 9-5 PM leave msg, 204-748-3119, Virden, MB. CUSTOM BALE HAULING. Will haul large squares or round. Phone 306-567-7199, Kenaston, SK. SMALL SQUARE HAY bales, horse quality, grass or alfalfa. Contact 306-290-8806, Dundurn, SK. CEREAL SILAGE, located in Rockglen, SK. area. Will deliver. 306-642-8111. HAILED WHEAT BALES, very good feed, average weight 1400 lbs. 306-937-2880 or 306-441-5010, Battleford, SK. ALFALFA HAY, FEED tested, large square bales. Delivery available: MB, SK, AB, BC. Chris, 204-746-0462, Brunkild, MB. 800 ALFALFA BROME mix and 500 Millet bales, all netwrapped, 1500 lbs. Call 306-482-7492, Carnduff, SK. 2ND AND 3RD cut alfalfa 3x4x8 square b a l e s , t r i t i c a l e g r e e n fe e d . D e l i ve r y available in southern AB. 403-633-3777, 403-363-3318, Tilley, AB. LONG LAKE TRUCKING, two units, custom hay hauling. Call 306-567-7100, Imperial, SK. WHEAT AND OAT straw bales, baled with 568 JD baler with net wrap. For more info 306-246-4442, Hafford, SK. 400 BIG SQUARE FLAX STRAW BALES, ideal for shelters, Hwy and road water erosion protection, mix off w/other feed, etc. 306-364-4700, 306-320-1041, Leroy, SK. LARGE ROUND HAY bales, netwrapped. Phone 306-283-4747, 306-291-9395, Langham, SK.

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U-DRIVE TRACTOR TRAILER Training, 30 years experience. Day, 1 and 2 week upgrading programs for Class 1A, 3A and air brakes. One on one driving instructions. 306-786-6600, Yorkton, SK.

FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT. WE are a family run grain farm 50 kms south of Regina, SK. An ideal applicant (not mandatory) would have a class 1A licence with driving experience and the knowledge and ability to operate large farming equipment, seeder, sprayer, combine. We offer a competitive wage and housing. We require working EXPERIENCED LIVE-IN CAREGIVER long hours throughout seeding, spraying looking for work to care for senior. Phone and harvest with flexible hours during the 306-551-7300. winter. Call 306-533-8558.

M C I N T Y R E R A N C H I N G C O . LT D. www.mcintyreranch.com, located thirty miles south of Lethbridge, AB., seeks to fill a full-time position. An experienced ranch hand who must be capable at: riding, roping, fencing, feeding, bedding, calving and general animal husbandry. Must provide own horses. This cow/long-yearling cattle operation is performance oriented in the areas of livestock, employees and management. Emphasis is placed on teamwork and communication. On location housing which can accommodate a small family, is provided. A benefit package is offered including a group RRSP and a company pension program. If you believe yourself to be qualified to contribute and are interested in working with a company that takes great pride in what it does, resumes can be faxed to: 403-329-9403, or mailed to: Box 700, Lethbridge, AB. T1J 3Z6. or email: R3@mcintyreranch.com

RANCH HAND- Farming Operations, NE of Cochrane, AB. You have a passion for land and agriculture. With 1,000 cows, 18,000 acres incl. 2,000 acres in crops, forage and crop production are a key part of sustaining our commercial cow-calf herd. You love farm work and can implement a crop plan. You have a gentle touch with equipment and are mechanically inclined. You have experience with 2 & 4 WD tractors; seeding, harvest, haying, loaders and feeding equipment. You are also experienced in working cattle in a low stress environment. You will support our cattle operation as needed with calving, herd health, moving and hauling livestock and materials, fencing and ranch maintenance. You are physically fit, non-smoking, selfstarter, able to work in a team or alone, and hold a valid driver’s license. Class 1A license and mixed farm background ideal. Competitive salary and benefits, WCB coverage, training opportunities, onsite 3 bdrm home with sep. yard, spousal work opportunities in nearby Cochrane, Airdrie, and Calgary. Please fax/email resume and r e fe r e n c e s t o : W. A . R a n c h e s L t d , 403-932-3169, w.a.ranches@gmail.com Call (Ms.) Wynne 403-932-3173 or Alvin 403-510-1502.

FARM SUPERVISOR. KF Kambeitz Farms is a large scale, progressive 5th generation grain farm located 10 minutes from Regina city limits. We currently have an opening for a full-time Farm Supervisor. Duties will include: training and supervising general farm laborers, managing and maintaining grain inventories, carrying out seeding, spraying and harvesting operations, general farm duties, as well as grain hauling (valid 1A license required). 3-5 years related experience required. $20-$30/hr. based on experience. 306-359-3410. 2 SEASONAL FARM MACHINERY operators required. Must be able to operate grain cart, tandem grain truck, FWA tractor w/rockpicker, 4WD tractor for harrowing. Also manual labour for upkeep of leafcutter bees and general servicing of equipment. May 1 to October 31. $15-$18/hr. 101008187 SK Ltd., 303 Frontier Trail, Box 372, Wadena, SK., S0A 4J0. Fax: 306-338-3733, phone: 306-338-7561, or email: cfehr9860@hotail.com

FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY on Grain Operation and Ag Business at Earl Grey, SK. Equipment operating exp. and mechanical ability essential. Remuneration pkg incl. competitive salary, benefits, being located close to city and rec. activities. Email: info@brewsteragindustries.com AG. PRODUCTION ASSISTANT required on a larger grain farm located in central Sask. We are looking for a reliable, creative, and hard working individual to join our team. The ideal candidate would have a farm background and a Class 1A driver’s license. Previous farm experience is also an asset. Duties include operation of farm machinery, hauling grain, loading and unloading grain and fertilizer. Other duties include general yard duties, and some construction projects. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and negotiable housing assistance. This position is a fulltime employment opportunity and wages will be very competitive, but also based on experience level of applicant. Please email resume to: hr.wpf@hotmail.com or call: 306-554-7777, or visit us at website: www.windypoplarsfarm.com

PERMANENT FULL-TIME POSITION on cattle ranch near Merritt, BC. Calving, cattle handling/sorting on horse/on foot, range riding, fencing, stock dog/horse preferred, ATV experience, working alone. Machinery operation for hay, silage, feeding. Experience required. Opportunity for HELPER WANTED ON mixed farm. Steady advancement. Housing and benefits incl. job for right person. Room and board avail. Email/fax resume to: info@ranchland.ca 403-631-2373, 403-994-0581, Olds, AB. 250-378-4956.

FULL-TIME CALVING HELP REQUIRED to start February on cow/calf operation West of Cochrane, AB. We require a motivated individual who works well with a team to assist the night crew during calving season. Accommodation provided. HELP NEEDED ON a mixed farm with exp. Please send resume with references to in calving cows and operating farm equip- email: heidi@simpsonranching.ca Fax: ment. Driver’s license needed. Steady job 403-932-4342, ph. for info. 403-473-4571. for the right person. Housing available. 204-768-0092, Hilbre, MB. Email resume FARM HELP WANTED, April 15 to Nov. 30. Would hopefully return next year. and references: lindefarms@outlook.com Some experience in farm equipment opmechanical abilities, clean driver’s MEDIUM SIZE GRAIN farm needs full-time eration, $15.50-17.50/hr., depending on help. Applicants should have some experi- license, experience. Extra training will be provided. ence with large equipment and some shop Ph. 306-335-2777, fax resume and referskills an asset. Accommodations provided if ences to: 306-335-2773, Lemberg, SK. necessary. Good opportunities for sideline pursuits as winters can get slow. Fax resume to 403-556-3758 or e-mail bakkenj@xplornet.com PERMANENT EMPLOYMENT on large grain farm and producer car loading business. Duties include: farm machinery operation and maintenance in large, well equipped shop; loading of cars and cleaning grain in 2 modern grain elevators. Modern, 4 bdrm house in town available as part of wage package. Non smokers. Wages starting at $20 to $25/hr. Class 1A an asset but willing to train. Kincaid, SK. Phone us at: 306-264-7869, or fax: 306-264-5176, or email: gdmfarms@xplornet.com

EXPERIENCED FARM LABOUR wanted for seeding. Class 1A is a must, experience in operating farm equipment and willing to RANCH HAND REQUIRED. Full-time posi- w o r k l o n g h o u r s . C a l l J u s t i n tion available immediately on progressive 306-469-0105, Big River, SK. cow/calf operation near Williams Lake, BC. Previous farming experience preferred, but TWO APIARY WORKERS for spring 2016 willing to train the right individual. Valid on Leafcutter Bee Farm in Calder, SK. Apdriver's license required. Single or family plicants must be physically fit, able to rehousing supplied. Please fax resume to peatedly lift 35 lbs or more, work week250-989-4244, or email to ends and long hours when required, as springfieldranchltd@gmail.com weather conditions change. Assemble/disassemble bee nests; prepare cacoons for LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED calving help. hatching; place/remove bee equipment in Feb. 1 - June 1, hourly wage, housing fields; field, yard, building and equipment available. Must be reliable and responsible. maintenance; harvest cacoons, disinfect Call Lee Miller 403-888-6713, Hanna, AB. equipment. English and driver’s license rePlease email resume and references to: quired. Work is indoors and outdoors, seamillerranch2012@gmail.com sonal employment, 35 plus hours per FULL-TIME FARM LABOURER HELP. week, $12/hr. Housing available. Prairie Applicants should have previous farm ex- Agro Ltd., Box 8, Yorkton, SK. S3N 2V6 or perience and mechanical ability. Duties in- email: employment@prairieagro.com clude operation of machinery, including tractors and other farm equip., as well as ASSISTANT CROP FARM MANAGER for: general farm laborer duties. $25/hour de- Woordman Farms Ltd is looking to fill a fullpending on experience. Must be able to time permanent position on our 3000 acre cross US border. Location: Pierson, row crop farm, close to Taber, AB. Wages, MB/Gainsborough, SK. Feland Bros. Farms, $4200/month, Argicutural College, Class 1 Greg Feland and Wade Feland, Box 284, driver's licence, chemical application certificate, min 2 yrs experience. 403-634-4467 Pierson, MB. R0M 1S0. 701-756-6954.

TWO GENERAL FARM LABOURERS for spring 2016 on Grain/Alfalfa seed/Leafcutter Bee farm near Wroxton, SK. Experience with operating and maintaining 2WD and 4WD tractors, sprayers, tandem trucks, trailers, rockpickers, augers, mowers, swather, combines. Must be physically fit as fields must be rogued and manual labour with Leafcutter Bees requires heavy lifting indoors and out, and the ability to work long hours when necessary. English speaking, valid drivers license, able to work independently and as part of a team, 35 plus hours per week. $16.50 or more per hour, depending on skills. Carpentry, welding, GPS and computer technology, high clearance sprayer operation and traiing in mechanics are assets. Accomodation available. Contact Wendell Farms Ltd., Box 8 , Yo r k t o n , S K . S 3 N 2 V 6 o r e m a i l : wfl@wendell.ca

HELP WANTED on large cattle and grain farm in SW Sask. Experience working with cattle and farm machinery a must! Must have Class 5 driver’s licence. Wages negotiable. Starting March. Housing supplied. 306-264-3834, 306-264-7733, Kincaid, SK. 4- SEASONAL FULL-TIME General Farm Labourers required on mixed farm in Lampman, SK. (SW-14-5-6-W2). Starting Spring of 2016. Duties: Plant, fertilize, cultivate, spray, harvest crops. Operate and maintain John Deere machinery with JD’s AMS technology. Feed and tend to livestock. Detect disease and health problems in crops/livestock. Other miscellaneous work as assigned. Wages $17/hr. Experience: Would prefer experience in the operation of planting and harvesting equip. with basic Agronomy and Farm Apprenticeship training. Must have driver’s license with clean abstract. Class 1A license an asset. Call 306-487-2702. Please email or mail resume: j.walter@sasktel.net Mark Walter, Box 411, Lampman, SK. S0C 1N0. SODERGLEN SOUTH at Cardston, AB is looking for a Seasonal Employee (April to December) for ranch duties specific to purebred cow/calf calving, record keeping, A.I., and herd health. This position has the opportunity to become full-time for the right person. Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years cow/calf experience and experience with purebred cattle is a definite asset. Competitive salary, housing and benefits provided. The start date for this position is April 1, 2016. Please email elan@soderglen.com with your resume and references. Only successful applicants will be contacted.

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Plea se Fo rw a rd Resu m es to M a rc a t G ra tto n Co u lee Agri Pa rts Ltd ., B o x 4 1,Irm a ,AB T0B 2H 0 o r S en d Fa x to 780-75 4 -2333. 2016 USA HARVEST help wanted. Hiring all positions for the 2016 harvest season. We operate Case/IH 8240 combines and Kenworth trucks. Start in March and work through December, from Oklahoma to Canada. Offer competitive monthly salaries, excellent housing and a home cooked meal. Must have clean driving record and be able to obtain a CDL. 218-686-9189, www.carlsonharvesting.com

GrainMaxx/NuVision Industries is requiring a SALESPERSON for our Western Canadian GrainMaxx auger sales and our fertilizer handling rolling stock (spreaders and tenders). This is a flexible permanent full time position and the duties would include: • Sell grain augers and fertilizer handling rolling stock in Western Canada • Build and maintain relationships with existing dealers and customers • Travel in western Canada to manage dealer network and attend trade shows We offer a very competitive remuneration package based on experience and skill set. To apply please forward resume and cover letter to jobs@nvind.ca

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CUSTOM WORK FARM MANGER. Manage custom work part of the farm which provide ag crop services such as: cultivating, spraying and harvesting, hire and train workers, develop work schedules, negotiate with farmers and farm managers regarding the services to be provided, maintain financial and operational records, provide maintenance on equipment and tractors trouble shoot technical problems with equipment and diagnose and repair where possible. At least 3 years experience as Manager and with ag machinery, post secondary ag education. Wage $18-$20/hr luckyhill97@gmail.com RR 1, Lacombe, AB, T4L 2N1. Fax 403-782-1517. ASPIRING ENTREPRENEUR. FREE online training. Work at home as a guide and trainer; teach others to succeed in the business world. www.project4wellness.com

SALES AGENTS REQUIRED. Are you outgoing and desire job flexibility for a work/family balance? We have an opportunity for you. 100% outside sales, home based, commission with incentives. Our successful Agents are from backgrounds such as: Farmers, Business Owners, Sales Representatives. PowerRich was formed in 1984 as a family owned business. The main market for PowerRich products is farmers. If interested, we’d like to talk to you. Call or email: Greg Grant, General Sales Manager, Power Rich Fertilizers, 1-800-491-8984. greg@powerrich.com

Parts Persons and Service Techs - Alberta and BC

WANT: MILLWIRGHT MECHANIC & Laborers to work on grain terminals in Western Canada. Mark 306-227-8433, Saskatoon, SK FULL-TIME HD OR AG Journeyman and Apprentice mechanic needed. JD Ag Equipment experience is an asset. Wages depending upon experience, year end bonus, overtime available. Call Jamie at 306-259-1212, 306-946-9864, Young, SK. or jamie640@hotmail.com

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POTATO RESEARCH

ENVIRONMENT

Lethbridge hires potato scientist

Are seed treatments ending up in water?

LETHBRIDGE BUREAU

BY ROBERT ARNASON

Experts fear neonicotinoids could affect aquatic insects

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Potato research is poised to get a boost in Alberta with the appointment of a research chair in potato science at the University of Lethbridge. Dmytro Yevtushenko, a plant biologist, has been studying potatoes for more than 25 years. He started his new role at the U of L Jan. 4. According to a university news release, Yevtushenko’s main research interests involve plant biotechnology and breeding. “He has a broad range of research expertise, including development of potato genotypes with wide-spectrum disease resistance and large-scale production of virus-free seed potatoes in vitro,” said the release.

DMYTRO YEVTUSHENKO PLANT BIOLOGIST

“Among other projects, his research plans include improvement of tuber yields through epigenetic enhancement of current potato cultivars and speeding up the potato breeding process using innovative methods.” Ye v t u s h e n k o w a s b o r n i n Ukraine and completed a doctorate at the Institute of Cell Biology and Genetic Engineering in Kiev. He held a post-doctoral fellowship at the University of Guelph and has worked at the University of Victoria and in private industry research positions. “Local growers and processors welcome Dr. Yevtushenko, and we are eager to start working with him,” PGA executive director Terence Hochstein said in the news release. “Our membership identified a need for university-level research and education in the potato industry, and we are excited to have Dr. Yevtushenko and his expertise available to us.” The Alberta potato industry is estimated to generate $1 billion a year.

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Like many others, John Gavloski is troubled by neonicotinoid seed treatments. Some scientists and environmentalists are worried that neonicotinoids are a threat to bees, but Gavloski, a Manitoba Agriculture entomologist, is more concerned that the insecticides are accumulating in puddles, ponds and larger water bodies near agricultural land. Gavloski told a presentation at Manitoba Ag Days in January that prairie growers should reduce their use of neonic seed treatments. If that doesn’t happen, government regulation of neonics is a possible outcome. “They (neonics) are being overused. They are being used to the point where we’ve got these levels showing up in surface water that we don’t want to be seeing,” he said. “I personally see the surface water residue as probably the issue … that’s probably the thing that’s going to push it (regulations).” Neonicotinoid seed treatments are applied to almost all of the corn and canola seed in North America and a majority of soybean seeds. In 2015, University of Saskatchewan toxicologist Christy Morrissey published a review of neonicotinoids, their concentrations in ponds and related risk to insects. Neonics, a class of insecticides, are highly soluble. When it rains, a neonic can move from the soil to water bodies near, or within, agricultural land. After reviewing 29 studies on neonics in nine countries and published data on neonics toxicity to insects, Morrissey concluded that insecticide seed treatments do pose a risk to aquatic insects. “Concentrations of neonicotinoids in surface waters worldwide are well within the range where both short- and long-term impacts on aquatic invertebrate species are possible over broad spatial scales.” If neonics are killing aquatic insects, it could diminish the food supply for wild birds who feed on those insects, Morrissey said. The risk of insecticide “pulse” following a rain is higher in parts of Manitoba where corn, canola and soybean, grown with neonic treat-

Health Canada’s review of neonicotinoids on bees may look at surface water thresholds. | ed seed are the dominant crops. “ You’re going to have some municipalities where the majority of your fields have a neonic,” Gavloski said. “That’s just a huge source to be getting into the water bodies.” CropLife Canada is also paying attention to neonics and surface water concentrations . “We’re spending a lot of time on this issue … because the Ministry of Environment in Quebec released a surface water monitoring program in their corn and soybean growing regions,” said Pierre Petelle, CropLife Canada vice-president of chemistry. Pe t e l l e s a i d Qu e b e c u s e d a threshold of 8.3 parts per trillion for surface water concentrations of neonics, based on research done in

the Netherlands. “The threshold bar was set so low that any little detection exceeded that threshold,” Petelle said. “What we found is that 8.3 parts per trillion goes back to one study in the Netherlands. That researcher has re-done his work three additional times and never come up with such a low level (for) impact on aquatic insects.” Morrissey has recommended a surface water threshold for chronic exposure to neonics of 35 parts per trillion. Health Canada is re-evaluating the safety and efficacy of neonics with a focus on bees. Surface water concentrations and impact on insects will likely be part of the review, but recommendations on threshold levels may not happen

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for years. “In the interim, especially if scientists like John and others are raising questions, we may need a separate process to focus on this,” Petelle said. “It’s important to get the levels (thresholds) right…. We, very clearly, want our products to stay where they’re supposed to do their work. They’re no good to the farmer if they’re off the field.” Gavloski said Manitoba growers are taking steps to cut neonic use. “I have had a couple of seed retailers tell me that they have more growers asking for fungicideonly seed,” he said. “I’m hoping people do realize there’s an issue out there and do start making good decisions.” robert.arnason@producer.com

CURRENCY

Lower Canadian dollar helps farmers, but only so much BY DAVE SIMS COMMODITY NEWS SERVICE CANADA

WINNIPEG — The slumping price of oil continues to weigh on the Canadian dollar while at the same time providing a boost to Canadian grain prices. Out-of-country buyers tend to be more attracted to Canadian grain and wheat when the loonie is low because they can get more product for their money.

However, Mike Jubinville of ProFarmer Canada said the net benefit to Canadian farmers is really tied to where the buyers are situated. “It always comes back down to what other currencies are doing,” he said. Jubinville said some countries that are major grain exporters themselves are also watching their currency plummet relative to the U.S. dollar. So while the downward action of

the loonie might appear to be opening up large trade windows for Canadian grain, they are still smaller windows than countries in South America and the Black Sea region. “The Russian ruble fell far faster than the Canadian dollar, so they’re in a more price competitive position to compete in the offshore market, as are the Argentine farmers, Brazilian and Australian,” said Jubinville. Errol Anderson of ProMarket Communications in Calgary said

the loonie will see firmer ground soon. “There’s going to be a rebound in the Canadian dollar and it’ll be when the U.S. dollar breaks down,” he said. “The U.S. dollar at some point in my mind will start to break down because the U.S. is at risk of recession.” Anderson said commodity markets are full of emotion and fear right now but eventually will make a solid push upward.

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LAND CONSERVATION

Off-highway vehicle users defend their activities BY BARB GLEN LETHBRIDGE BUREAU

There are 118,000 off-highway vehicles registered in Alberta, making up a $2 billion industry in equipment, camping accessories and related spinoffs, said Gary Clark. It’s one reason why he doesn’t believe the provincial government will grant a request from Alberta conservation groups to ban the vehicles on Alberta’s eastern slopes. But Clark, president of the Crowsnest Pass-based Quad Squad, an off-highway vehicle group, said he agrees with the need for greater protection of sensitive lands, and his group is working toward that goal. Seven people representing conservation groups and interests have asked the provincial government to ban of-highway vehicle use in areas of the eastern slopes of the

Rocky Mountains that are critical wildlife zones. They also asked that such vehicles be banned from the new Castle parks, announced by the government in September, and that trails be permanently closed in areas of west slope cutthroat trout habitat. The groups also want the government to reduce the trail density in the region, which is criss-crossed with old and new trails related to oil and gas wells, power lines, logging and seismic activity. Clark said the Quad Squad has built numerous bridges over waterways in the Castle region and elsewhere for use by off-highway vehicles. “People think that the Quad Squad is, ‘oh they just want to get out there and rip up the land and stuff’, and that’s not true. The squad is roughly about 15 years old and our main focus is actually protect-

ing the waterways and the banks and the fish habitats.” He said the privately funded group is planning more bridges and possibly moving trails that affect existing streams. Clark acknowledges that some off-highway vehicle users damage the back country, some deliberately and some without realizing it. Enforcement of rules that prohibit crossing streams with vehicles or riding within waterways is limited because of the size and ruggedness of the terrain. Working together Shannon Frank, executive director of the Oldman Watershed Council, said off-highway vehicle use in the region is a contentious issue, but the council doesn’t pick sides. “We work with the OHV users to come up with solutions. A lot of

them are very supportive of some elements that are supported by environmental groups,” said Frank. “Most of them are supportive of having increased enforcement. A lot support user fees and a permit system to manage use. They support designated trails and bridges. They recognize that some areas are sensitive and should be no-go zones, so I think there’s a lot more common ground than people realize.” Frank said the OWC has been advising the government on land use in the watershed, which includes the Castle area, for several years. The government is now developing recreation management plans for several regions, which Frank said will designate certain areas for certain uses. She also acknowledged that offhighway vehicle riders have damaged parts of the watershed. There is little point in undertaking restoration unless there is greater edu-

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INDONESIA, MALAYSIA

Tumble in crude oil price shelves palm oil biodiesel plan Palm oil prices have jumped 34 percent while crude has plummeted, making the palm oil fuel mandate uneconomical SINGAPORE (Reuters) — The world’s top palm oil producers may have to curb their biodiesel plans as tumbling crude oil prices render the edible oil twice as expensive as fossil fuels. Indonesia expects to raise the minimum palm oil content of fuel in the country to 20 percent this year, while Malaysia has said it plans a 10 percent blend, up from the seven percent targeted last year. They want to reduce vegetable oil stockpiles that have swollen to millions of tonnes as record global output meets faltering demand, as well as reducing emissions that damage the environment. However, industry officials and analysts said they were skeptical about both countries’ plans, with crude oil prices plunging to 12-year lows while palm oil gained 34 percent in the last quarter of 2015.

Indonesian government officials said they stood by their blending plan, while Malaysia’s plantations ministry declined to comment. “I think both Malaysia and Indonesia will have to review their biodiesel mandates since both countries are also oil and gas producers and exporters,” said M.R. Chandran, a veteran palm oil industry official who works as a consultant in Kuala Lumpur. “It doesn’t make economic sense the way oil prices are falling. Gasoil now costs just half of palm oil.”

A slowdown in a shift toward biofuel in Southeast Asia would likely pressure benchmark palm oil futures, one of the best performing commodities in 2015, as well as hurt efforts to rein in carbon emissions in the wake of a landmark global deal to combat climate change reached in Paris in December. Analysts said the growing gap between palm oil and crude prices has increased the amount that the Indonesian and Malaysian governments would have to pay in subsi-

INDONESIA’S BIOFUEL MANDATE OF 20 PERCENT PALM OIL CONTENT COULD COST

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dies to blenders as part of their efforts to move towards biofuel. The new targets would require subsidies of more than $900 million in Indonesia and $260 million in Malaysia at current market prices, according to Reuters calculations based on the price spread between the two products. Indonesian officials said most of the subsidies in their country could be funded by a $50 a tonne tax on palm oil exports, but some in the industry said that was unrealistic. “The funds wouldn’t be sufficient to cover subsidies for the targeted volume,” said Fadhil Hasan, executive director at the Indonesian Palm Oil Association. Added Chandran: “Subsidies are an issue for both Malaysia and Indonesia as the economic growth forecast is weak and currencies are under pressure.” Analysts expect Indonesia to at

best achieve a 10 percent mandate this year, while Malaysia’s blending level will likely fall below its 2015 goal of seven percent. However, Indonesia’s government said it would meet its 20 percent blending target, dubbed B20. “The most important thing is that government’s policy on B20 program is going to be implemented,” said Rida Mulyana, director general of renewable energy at Indonesia’s energy ministry. The new biodiesel mandates are aimed at using up 3.4 million tonnes of palm oil stocks in Indonesia and close to one million tonnes in Malaysia. Both countries are producing at just a fraction of their installed biodiesel capacity. Malaysia has set up plants to make 2.5 million tonnes of palm methyl ester or biodiesel a year and Indonesia can produce four to five million tonnes.

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SASKATCHEWAN EQUINE EXPO February 12 – 14, 2016

An event that is becoming iconic in the Saskatchewan equine industry is anticipated to be even better in 2016. The 2016 Saskatchewan Equine Expo will take place at Saskatoon Prairieland Park’s Ag Centre from February 12 – 14. A new feature being presented by The Saskatchewan Horse Federation will focus on educational activities that will complement the arena events of the 2016 Equine Expo. These activities will be directed to youth, however there will be something for everyone. Whether you are a beginner horse owner, a wantto-be owner, or an already converted horse enthusiast, the educational booth will have something that is sure to be of interest. Interactive displays and demonstrations by the Western College of Veterinary Medicine on topics of interest will run throughout the Expo. The public is welcome to come and learn more about the breeds, see the live action and cheer on their favorite Battle of the Breeds team. Learn about saddles, correctly fitting tack, blankets and harness, or practice bandaging a leg. Check out basic feeding and health care for your equine partner. For something a little different, test your knowledge with our “Horse Bits” trivia challenge. Certainly one of the most talked about and audience appealing components of the event is the Trainer’s Challenge. The audience will be captivated by the horsemanship skills of three professional trainers, as they work a young horse through its initial training. This year’s competitors include Seth Abrahamson from Broderick, SK, Slade Mutton, Bienfait, SK, and our first female competitor, Kateri Cowley from Calgary, AB. Organizers of the 2016 event have announced that a free sneak peek of the Trainers Challenge will be open to the public on Thursday, February 11 for a 5 pm session. Horsemen of all skill levels will enjoy a wide variety of clinics being held throughout the weekend. A feature presenter will be Johnathan Field. Jonathan took all the theory, skills and experiences from his life with horses and integrated them into his own method of teaching people how to become one with their horses. In the arena Jonathan Field will present “Re-starting Horses – Key Tips to Clean Up or Avoid the Most Common Training Issues”. Johnathan’s seminar sessions in the Information Theatre include: 1 - Horses I’ve Known: Stories and Lessons from a Life Lived with Horses 2 - The Art of Liberty Training: The Big Picture Benefits for You and Your Horse 3 - Jonathan Field Horsemanship Training Scale and 5 Course Pathway Jonathan refers to his program as Inspired by Horses™ because it is the horses that inspired him to develop it. It is a program designed with the horse in mind through every step while developing the relationship between horse and human. Teaching you to think the way a horse thinks keeps your horse interested in you, allowing you to gain access to something very special - the ultimate relationship with a horse. A Cowboy Dressage Clinic will be held each day of the Saskatchewan Equine Expo, presented by Lyn Ringrose Moe. Lyn is accomplished in many disciplines but her passion is the sport of dressage where she has successfully competed, trained and coached to the FEI levels of the sport. Lyn is considered the ultimate expert in Cowboy Dressage. She resides at the Sliding J Ranch in Acampo, California. Connie Dorsch, from Weyburn is well known in the Hunter/Jumper world in Canada and will be conducting a 2 day clinic prior to the weekend Expo. Registration is still available for this clinic. During the Expo Connie will provide daily demonstrations in Hunter Under Saddle and Equitation on the Flat classes. The Cowtown Battle of the Breeds consists of 9 teams this year. Participants will compete in barrel racing, trail, compulsory pattern and jumping components over the three days with the winning team crowned on Sunday at the completion of the event. The Battle of the Breeds is only one of the exciting events happening Friday & Saturday evenings at the Extravaganza. A separate ticket is required for the evening performance, and attendees will be fully entertained with The Flying C’s Trick Riders, Cowboy Dressage, Musical Freestyle Demo, Barrel Racing and Jumping Demonstrations. Throughout the weekend the Western College of Veterinary Medicine will also conduct seminars and demonstrations in both the Ag Centre and in the Information Theatre in the trade centre relating to current equine issues. These seminars and demonstrations will be based on three pillars: The Equine Limb; The Digestive System and Heard Health. Prairieland Park’s Trade and Convention Centre will host the trade show utilizing some 50,000 square feet of space. Attendees will have the opportunity to see everything from horse trailers and stalls to western art, décor and the very latest in equine technology, products and services. The trade show venue will also include an area where attendees can watch events taking place at the Ag Centre on large screens. Whether you choose to learn from clinicians or farriers, riders or coaches, you will be entertained and amazed by the wide world of the horse.

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SEED TREATMENTS

New product to fight insects shows promise Monsanto’s canola trials showed BioDirect technology provided flea beetle protection BY SEAN PRATT SASKATOON NEWSROOM

Monsanto is working on a product it believes could be an effective alternative to the controversial neonicotinoid pesticides. The company’s BioDirect canola flea beetle project has shown enough promise that chief executive officer Hugh Grant mentioned it to investors during a presentation on the firm’s first quarter financial results for 2016. “Today, flea beetles cause about $300 million in damages in North America alone and this technology would provide growers with an alternative solution to the neonics currently used to control flea beetles,” he said. “So with the significant strides we’ve made in BioDirect manufacturing, we see tangible solutions coming to market to help growers.” Chris Anderson, the company’s global canola technology lead, said the BioDirect canola project uses double stranded ribonucleic acid (RNA) to interrupt the production of a specific protein that the flea beetle needs to live. The project has advanced from discovery to Phase 1 of Monsanto’s research and development pipeline. It was field tested in multiple locations across Canada and the United States last year. “We were pretty encouraged,” said Anderson. “It was our first time out in the field, and we can definitely show that we can protect plants from flea beetle attack.” Significant reduction Field trials conducted in Portage la Prairie, Man., show that flea beetle populations in canola treated with the BioDirect technology were reduced by 80 percent, 12 days after infestation, compared to less than 10 percent in untreated fields. “We’re in very early days here, but we’ve had some pretty good success in applying it directly to the crop,” said Anderson. The product is applied as a foliar spray. If the project continues to deliver promising results, it could

I’m quite excited as a western Canadian person and someone who has worked on canola my whole life to see canola really being on the cutting edge of this. I think that’s super exciting. CHRIS ANDERSON MONSANTO

eventually result in an alternative to neonics, which have been under public scrutiny for killing bees. Anderson said neonics are used as a seed treatment on nearly all of the canola planted in North America, but they have been banned in the European Union and restricted in Ontario. The EU ban has led to an overreliance on pyrethroids, which has led to increased resistance to that insecticide in flea beetle populations. “We are lucky in Western Canada right now that we still have access to neonic insecticides, but that isn’t the case for all producers everywhere,” he said. Anderson said the RNA interference technology is new and needs further testing. It is also a new technology for regulators, which could present challenges in getting the product to market. He said farmers may see a product some time around the middle of the next decade. It will provide another tool for controlling one of the most damaging insects facing canola growers. “I’m quite excited as a western Canadian person and someone who has worked on canola my whole life to see canola really being on the cutting edge of this,” he said. “I think that’s super exciting.” sean.pratt@producer.com

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Canadian farm equipment high on American agenda Farmer to farmer sales are strong through auctions and classified ads BY MICHAEL RAINE SASKATOON NEWSROOM

BRANDON — Machinery Pete told a full theatre of producers that their farm equipment is, in some cases, golden. “There is a lot of demand for farm used farm machinery, if you have the right stuff,” said the farm auction watcher. “Canadian equipment is a hot topic in the U.S. right now, even in the south, so you know it’s a big deal.” Greg Peterson is the person behind the www.machinerypete. com website operated by the Farm Journal magazine’s AgWeb service. He attends and monitors farm auctions nearly every week of the year across the United States. He said late model, used equipment prices improved last year after a poor showing in 2014. “That improvement leveled out in (early December) and went flat,” he said. “Larger planters and self

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propelled sprayers are not doing too well. And 350 to 450 horsepower, four-wheel-drive tractors are pretty soft, too.” The bigger, late model machines were traded off during the wave of new equipment buying that took place from 2009-13. This equipment is too large for smaller producers and too small for larger producers. It often remains stranded until prices fall. Peterson said Canadian producers have opportunities to attract U.S. buyers because of the lower

dollar and more flexibility on prices compared to their U.S. neighbours. Hot items include 10-year-old or older mechanical front wheel drive and two wheel drive tractors in good condition. These have been setting record prices all year. “And anything that was in limited production or unique is bringing top dollar,” he said in an interview at Manitoba Ag Days in Brandon. “An auction is never wrong. The price that is paid that day is what an item is worth.” Used combines were stacking up on dealer and auction lots, but recently those too have started to move well. Smaller implements and hay tools are selling well, likely as a result of stronger cattle prices, and this includes skid steer loaders. For more details about specific models and pricing, visit producer. com. mike.raine@producer.com

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FLEA BEETLES

Monitoring program, data needed to evaluate seed treatment efficacy BY WILLIAM DEKAY SASKATOON NEWSROOM

Confusion exists about the type of seed treatment that should be used to control flea beetles, says a provincial insect specialist. Scott Hartley of Saskatchewan Agriculture said it depends on what flea beetle species are present and their relative abundance. Hartley, who presented a study on the evaluation of seed treatments used to control crucifer and striped flea beetles in canola Jan. 12 during CropSphere, said there’s limited information on key factors influencing efficacy as well as on the geographic distribution of flea beetles. As a result, collecting information and understanding beetle populations are critical to selecting the most appropriate seed treatment. “There’s an urgent need to implement a monitoring program for flea beetles in commercial canola fields,” he said. Hartley said there’s been a major shift in predominant flea beetle species over the last decade. The crucifer species had been the most common on the Prairies, but field studies are showing that the striped beetles are taking over. Striped flea beetle populations have historically been higher in the canola growing area of northern Saskatchewan, while the crucifer species was dominant in the central and southern regions. Researchers don’t know why the shift is occurring, but there are two variables to consider. “It looked like the neonicotinoids weren’t as good on striped as they were on crucifer,” he said.

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“If you dropped the one number, the other one obviously will be a higher number.” Hartley thinks the weather has also played a big role in the shift. “Really, if you look at climatic conditions, what we’ve had over the last decade since 2003 has been moist cool conditions in southern parts of the province, which are much more similar to what the striped flee beetle area normally was in the past,” he said. “Certainly

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we’ve had a wetter, moister decade. When I look at degree-day modeling that we’ve done for insects from 2003, we haven’t had anything until this last year.” Fa r m e r s n o w h av e c o n t r o l options beside neonicotinoids. “As of 2014, with the new input with the diaimide class of chemistry, it’s something that’s given an added tool to be able to both control striped flee beetle and work under moisture conditions that the neonicotinoids didn’t seem to work as well on.” william.dekay@producer.com

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SEED TREATMENT EVALUATION RESULTS • All products performed best in drier conditions and higher temperatures. • Neonicotinoids are more effective on crucifer flea beetles than striped flea beetles. • There was no statistical improvements with higher rates of neonicotinoids in most years. • Higher rates of seed treatments will be advantageous only with very wet conditions or very high flea beetles populations.

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TIRES

Trelleborg sees well-rounded future in tires Swedish tire maker plans one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most automated factories in South Carolina BY MICHAEL RAINE SASKATOON NEWSROOM

SPARTANBURG, S.C. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; It didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take long for Paolo Pompei to make it clear what he thinks about tires. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Agricultural tires are a lot more than black and round,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They make farming more efficient, food production more productive.â&#x20AC;? With that, Pompei focused a crowd of farm equipment manufacturers, company officials, distributors and local government representatives on his firmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s strategies for growth in North America and the opening of the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first plant on the continent. Pompei is the agricultural tire division president at Trelleborg, a global top 20 tire maker as well as a rubber and poly company. If European regulators approve a planned acquisition of Czech tire company CGS, which owns the Mitas tire brand, the Swedish company may become the largest farm equipment tire builder in the world later this year. A couple of tough seasons in the farm equipment market have translated into challenging years for agricultural tire businesses. Trelleborg knew that farm machinery sales were starting to falter when it began building its new North American manufacturing plant in South Carolina a little more than a year ago. Maurizio Vischi, who heads the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wheel systems division, which includes tires, said Trelleborg is confident in the overall strength of the farming industry, which is why it invested US$51 million in the new produc-

tion facility. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We know the sector has suffered, but all the fundamentals (of the food and agriculture) market are there,â&#x20AC;? he said. Farm equipment tire sales were driven up from 2009-14, largely by commodity price gains and the resulting increase in farm income. In the United States, farm machinery depreciation schemes also contributed to rapid turnover of machinery on farms. The tires, mostly radials, came attached to new tractors, combines and sprayers, while the replacement business, which is typically the stronger segment, has been down over the past two years. However, the demand for replacement tires should increase with new machine sales slowing. Pompei said the large tire segment faces several challenges, and opening a North American plant is critical to controlling some of those associated costs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;North America is the largest market (for large farm machinery tires) in the world,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need to be here, to do research into what its farmers need â&#x20AC;Ś and understand the market.â&#x20AC;? Trelleborg has 300 dealers and 1,000 other points of purchase in the region. Fifty percent of the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sales come from North America. It has five other plants, including a new one in China, but shipping large tires overseas is expensive and costs the company 15 percent of a tireâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wholesale price. Import duties of five to 100 percent, depending on the country, mean the company has to compete with domestic manufacturers in

Paolo Pompei, head of Trelleborgâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s agricultural tire division, explained the tire making process at the opening of its new plant in Spartanburg, SC. While the plant is highly automated, humans are still required in the quality control department. | MICHAEL RAINE PHOTO

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borgâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s farm tires, which the company said makes the tires more effective. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have identified which compounds are needed for various roles and we form the tires with the right (rubber) for each part,â&#x20AC;? Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Angelo said. Trelleborgâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new plant also has the industryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s widest capacity tire calendering equipment, which makes the inner liner that is responsible for holding in the air. Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Angelo said this means the company doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to seam those parts, which makes the tires more reliable. Calendaring brings together rubber with metal or fabric webbing and cords that form the carcass of the tire. These are placed around a form, and tread rubber is then wound onto the carcass until a large rubber doughnut is formed with all of the components. The tires are sprayed with a form release compound, and a robotic warehouse stacks up to 150 tires, which is one full day of production at this plant, to dry for a minimum of one hour. They are then placed into moulds that use pressurized, super-heated, water-based curing liquid, which is where the giant rubber doughnuts become 300 to 500 kilogram farm equipment tires. Once released from the casting and curing line, the tires are cooled lying down to avoid distortion or flat spotting. Tires are hung for inspection and casting mark trimming and then sent to the warehouse for shipping. â&#x20AC;&#x153;One of the only things where people still do all of the work is visual inspection,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have tried to automate this, but so far there is no substitute for humans in that quality control role.â&#x20AC;? michael.raine@producer.com

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IRRIGATION

Forages improve soil nutrients, organic matter Agronomist says alfalfa used in rotations can cut nitrogen fertilizer requirements by half the following year BY BARB GLEN LETHBRIDGE BUREAU

Alfalfa and timothy are ideal forages to put into an irrigated crop rotation, even with their high nutrient and water demands. Ross McKenzie, former Alberta Agriculture crop researcher and current consultant, said both crops need 100 to 150 millimetres of water for every dry ton they produce. That’s a high water need, but their benefits are also high, McKenzie told a Jan. 19 Irrigated Crop Production Update. “We’ve been talking about the benefits of forages in rotation for soil health and soil quality for 40 years, long before it was ever sexy, but they do really provide tremendous improvement to soil quality and go a long way to improve soil organic matter and organic carbon levels,” he said. “They help to improve the physical structure of the soils, which then could lead to improved water infiltration, which is very important when we’re irrigating with pivots.” Other benefits include higher organic matter content in the soil, which leads to better fertility and nutrient cycling. Then there’s the nitrogen benefit that alfalfa has in the field when it is replaced by another crop.

Forage crops like timothy hay improve the physical structure of the soil and improve water intake. | FILE PHOTO “Typically after we take out alfalfa, we probably reduce nitrogen fertilizer requirements by about 50 percent and about a 30 percent reduction in nitrogen fertilizer requirement two years out, after alfalfa,” McKenzie said. “If we grow something like hard red spring wheat, we can often see

up to a two percent increase in protein … when we grow wheat after alfalfa.” A six-ton, three-cut alfalfa program will need 300 to 350 pounds per acre of nitrogen to meet its potential. “That sounds bad, but the good news is alfalfa can pretty much fix

most of that nitrogen,” McKenzie said. It also needs 60 to 70 lb. of phosphate, upward of 250 lb. of potash and 30 lb. of sulfur, as well as micronutrients. A good crop of timothy, yielding five tons and two cuts, will also need more than 200 lb. of nitrogen,

50 to 60 lb. of phosphorus, 200 lb. of potash, 25 lb. of sulfur and micronutrient amounts similar to alfalfa. McKenzie said soil testing is critical before establishing a forage crop. It can provide a basis for fertilizing the crop for the next four or five years without the need to sample again. He is a proponent of sampling at three depths: zero to six inches, six to 12 inches and 12 to 24 inches. Those samples should be sent to a lab that uses the modified Kelowna method of analysis, rather than the Bray or Olsen methods. “Tests that use the Bray are absolutely stupid. Don’t forget that I said that,” he said. McKenzie said most forage crops in Alberta’s irrigated region are low in plant available phosphorus. He recommended applying 150 lb. per acre if a pre-planting soil test showed less than 80 to 100 lb. of actual phosphorus. Alfalfa and timothy have high potassium requirements, so they should be started in fields with more than 200 lb. per acre of the nutrient as indicated by a soil test. Irrigated forage crops rarely need additional sulfur, which they gain through irrigation. Every 12 inches of irrigation water adds about 30 lb. of sulfur, in sulfate form, to the crop. barb.glen@producer.com

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EU facing low rapeseed harvest HAMBURG, Germany (Reuters) — This year’s European Union rapeseed crop is likely to stay around the low level of 2015. Stable harvests are expected in France and Germany but uncertainty remains about crops in Poland and Britain, experts said on Jan. 28. The EU could harvest 22 million tonnes of rapeseed this year, compared to 22.1 million last year, said Thomas Mielke, chief executive officer of Hamburg-based oilseed analyst Oil World in preliminary estimates. This would be much lower than

the 24.3 million tonne 2014 crop and would keep EU import demand high for rapeseed, Europe’s main oilseed for vegetable oils, biodiesel and animal feed. France and Germany would be the two largest producers this year, each harvesting around 5.2 million tonnes, Oil World estimates. France produced 5.27 million tonnes last year and Germany 5.03 million. Poland would follow with 2.9 million tonnes, compared to three million tonnes last year, and the United Kingdom with 2.1 million tonnes, down from 2.54 million tonnes in 2015.

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Many farmers and commodity groups use social media to explain and defend agricultural practices. The goal is typically to clear up misperceptions about farming and food production. The communication may be changing a few minds, but defending farming practices isn’t going to build consumer trust, says a new report on the future of Canada’s agri-food sector. “If we don’t (share) the facts, then opponents of modern agriculture, or social advocates, or even consumers who are questioning it … w ill continue to undermine the credibility of the sector,” said David McInnes, president of the Canadian Agri-Food Policy Institute. “(But) if we are merely trying to just better communicate, it’s a proposition that we will not win.” CAPI, which hosted an Ottawa forum in November about Canada’s agri-food future, released a Feb. 1 report based on those discussions called Achieving What’s Possible for Canada’s Agri-Food Sector. The report attempts to answer a significant problem: how to restore and enhance consumer trust in agriculture and food?

“Trust is now the defining issue facing nearly everyone involved in food production and supply, both in Canada and among competitors and customers abroad,” the report said. According to CAPI, data and openness are critical for social licence. “Securing trust requires greater transparency about food practices and their impacts, as well as credible national metrics that measure and demonstrate performance. This is the route to attain the sector’s ‘social licence’ to operate.” The topic of social licence now comes up at most agricultural conferences in Canada. Keith Currie, an Ontario Federation of Agriculture vice-president, said the industry is working on a cohesive strategy around consumer trust. “Some commodity leaders and the CFA (Canadian Federation of Agriculture are) starting down that road of formulating a process of how we can organize,” he said in the fall. “I think the aim, right now, is hopefully have some sort of roundtable discussion (on social licence) next summer … to gather everybody and put our heads together.” In its report, CAPI said justifying agri-food practices will not create trust because many consumers have lost faith in the food system.

“It is becoming clear that a growing number of people will give no licence for the appropriation or destruction of natural capital, as they see that as an existential threat,” the report said. “Other matters of confidence include issues relating to human health, animal care and ethics.” Canada’s food industry needs greater transparency and more measurement of practices to demonstrate how it produces safe food in a way that “enhances ecoystems and improves nutritional quality,” the report said. As an example, reducing chemical residues is good for the environment and will help the ag industry connect with consumers. “Valuing and managing natural capital must be at the forefront of every business strategy,” the report said. “Demonstrating ecological services … circles back and helps the sector win consumer and societal support and reinforce the national brand.” In an ideal scenario, Canada’s ag industry has an opportunity to be part of the solution, McInnes said. “It (agri-food) is one of the (few) sectors that can make a concerted positive impact on ecosystems and human health.” robert.arnason@producer.com

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CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY

CN increases dividend, hints of more job cuts Good quarter will please railway shareholders BY BRIAN CROSS SASKATOON NEWSROOM

Canadian National Railway reported solid fourth quarter returns last week and announced plans to increase quarterly shareholder dividends by 20 percent. In the three-month period ending Dec. 31, 2015, the Montreal based railway company increased profits by 11 percent to $941 million. Total revenues for the quarter were listed at $3.17 billion, down from $3.2 billion in the fourth quar-

ter of 2014. On a full year basis, the company reported revenues of $12.61 billion in 2015, up $12.13 billion a year earlier. Net income for 2015 was $3.54 billion, or $4.44 per share, up from $3.17 billion, or $3.76 per share, the previous year. “CN generated strong fourth quarter and full-year 2015 results despite the weak volume environment,” said CN president Claude Mongeau. “Our solid performance is testament to the strength of CN’s fran-

Lower demand from shippers may mean more job eliminations at Canadian National Railway. | chise and diversified portfolio of businesses.” The company also said it expects first quarter 2016 earnings to increase in the mid-single digit range, despite an uncertain economic environment and reduced demand for rail services, particularly from crude oil and iron ore customers. “We are not counting on a rebound in commodities,” said CN

executive Jean-Jacques Ruest during a Jan. 27 call with investors. Revenue derived from moving grain and fertilizer was listed at $2.9 billion in 2015, up from $2.75 billion the previous year. Mongeau said the company is managing its resources in response to lower demand from rail shippers. Company officials said more positions may be eliminated in

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Traceability key to exports: U.S. rancher National Cattlemen’s Beef Association says export markets are demanding traceability for food safety reasons BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

SAN DIEGO, Calif. — The lack of a national traceability system has shut the U.S. beef industry out of critical markets such as China, says an American industry leader. Idaho rancher Morgan Evans said during the Jan. 26-29 National Cattlemen’s Beef Association convention in San Diego that if he had his way, he would push such a system through before another day passes. Evans, who is co-chair of the NCBA’s export growth committee, said industry leaders recently met and agreed on a long-range list of priorities to build exports, which included developing a voluntary, national traceability scheme. “We need to get off the duff and do a traceability system a lot like (Canada’s). I don’t care what it is, but it needs to be done, ” he said in an interview at the convention. “We have got to have traceability

to further the export agenda.” He said many ranchers already use tagging or other identification methods for management or as part of a sales contract program, so the transition would not be difficult. It is a cost of doing business, he added. “I do it, and when I send my cattle to the feedlot and down the rail, I know exactly what my cattle grade and yield, so we are doing traceability,” said Evans, who has done business in Western Canada and is familiar with this country’s traceability system. Many American producers are starting to adopt this kind of system, but they insist it must be voluntary. “We don’t need the government to tell us how to do it, the industry needs to do it,” Evans said. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) published a rule in 2013 to provide for identification of livestock that are

moved between states. It allows different forms of documentation, including branding. Beef cattle younger than 18 months were exempt from the rule’s official identification requirement.

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The plan is to deal with that age group later. However, that is not sufficient to get back into the Chinese market, which the U.S. has been absent from since BSE was detected in 2003.

China laid out 22 requirements to regain access, and the final obstacle is lack of a national traceability system, said Phil Seng, chief executive officer of the U.S. Meat Export Federation. The United States has previously regarded traceability as a non-tariff trade barrier, but that needs to change, Seng told a meeting of the NCBA’s export committee meeting. “With the markets that we are selling to, they are demanding it,” he said. “Ultimately, as we look at the world, people are asking for more traceability for food safety reasons or food service.” China says it wants full traceability, and APHIS says it can connect the dots if necessary. However, the Chinese want actual documentation. Seng said it’s possible to adopt a system such as Canada’s electronic identification, which could morph into a North American program. “I think there is a lot of work being done right now by a lot of organiza-

tions and our government by coming together to try to hopefully resolve this last issue,” he said. Competitors such as Australia, New Zealand, Brazil and Canada are active in China, where demand for imported beef is ballooning. Those competitors also use their traceability systems as a selling feature to build trust among consumers. It is no longer enough to promote taste and quality, said Seng. Market analysts also warn this is a growing obstacle to the U.S. export ambitions. Rabobank said in its 2016 beef report that adopting a voluntary, industry-wide program is necessary. “This may start with known origin cattle and dairy sourced cattle, building into an industry-wide program over time,” the report said. Seventeen percent of American beef is derived from the dairy sector, which can provide source verification. barbara.duckworth@producer.com

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CATTLE HEALTH

Use several parameters to detect sick animal BY KAREN BRIERE REGINA BUREAU

Producers need to weigh the costs and benefits of increasing roughage in cattle rations. | FILE PHOTO LIVER ABSCESSES

Roughage reduces abscesses, but is it cost effective? A feedlot study showed severe abscesses aren’t as costly as previously estimated BY KAREN BRIERE REGINA BUREAU

Behlke said average daily gain, carcass weights and rib eye areas all decreased in those with severe abscesses, which corresponds with previous studies. However, there was no statistical difference between the clear and severe livers in those that graded AAA. As well, there were actually fewer dark cutters in the cattle with severe abscesses. “Also perplexing is the shift in yield grade,” Behlke told the Saskatchewan Beef Industry Conference. “The cattle were fatter when they had severe liver abscesses.” As well, he found that cattle placed in January, February and March had less risk of developing abscesses, likely because they were

“It’s important to differentiate between the accuracy of a system to monitor the health parameter and the accuracy of the health parameter to actually indicate sick cattle.” Rumen boluses are extremely accurate for detecting body temperature; the ear-mounted thermometers are not, Timsit said. He found the thermometers detected only 46 percent of cattle with a fever, while the boluses allowed him to detect sick animals

74% WERE NOT ASSOCIATED WITH CLINICAL SIGNS OF DISEASE on average two days before the pen checkers. “However, fever does not always indicate an animal that needs treatment,” he said. Feeding behaviour can also be a predictor of sickness, but both sick and healthy animals were found to spend less time at the feed bunk when he used the technology to continually measure the animals. Physical activity also wasn’t a good indicator. “This is not very good news,” Timsit said. “Not at all the parameters that we can measure today are accurate alone to detect sick animals.” That’s why looking at all three parameters, combined with technology, works the best. “If you want to buy technology, first of all make sure that the technology is accurate, verified by a third party,” Timsit said. “Secondly, don’t believe that one health parameter would be the silver bullet.” karen.briere@producer.com

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SASKATOON — Liver abscesses negatively affect profitability at the individual animal level, but an Alberta veterinarian says there can be a surprisingly positive correlation at the population level. Dr. Eric Behlke of Feedlot Health Management Services in Okotoks, Alta., said a 2014 study of 837,405 head slaughtered in Alberta found that two percent of the cattle had severe liver abscesses, three percent had minor abscesses and 95 percent were clear. He then examined other factors using data from 135,211 of those animals from five of his clients and found that 94,000 had clear livers, 30,000 had minor abscess and 11,000 had severe abscesses.

heavier going into the feedlot and spent less time on feed. “Two hundred fifteen days on feed seemed to be the cutoff,” Behlke said. Interim average daily gains, hide colour and treatment for bovine respiratory disease were not associated with liver abscesses. Liver abscesses are caused by acidosis, which has prompted researchers to look at dietary roughage, bunk management and infeed antimicrobials. Decreasing roughage intake can significantly increase liver abscess rates, but Behlke said studies show that even producers who feed as much as 30 percent roughage still have animals with abscesses. Increasing roughage costs feedlots money and affects profitability because feed conversion is poorer. A one percent change in feed efficiency can cost $5 per head. Behlke said a study found that increasing roughage from two percent to 14 percent resulted in a seven percent difference in efficiency, or $35 per head. “We need to keep that in mind,” Behlke said. “Balance that with the liver abscess rate.” Severe abscesses have also been estimated to cost $35 to $40 per head, but he said the data from his five clients showed that happens in 8.25 percent of the animals. Taken across the population, the cost is $2.88 to $3.30 per head, he added. “I don’t want you to think we should accept the liver abscesses,” Behlke said. “What I am saying is, you need to know what normal abscessation rates are … keep all the numbers in mind. He said the recent evidence that methane emissions have dropped 15 percent in the last 30 years is influenced in part by feeding more grain than forage. “We can easily minimize liver abscessation rates by feeding cattle 30, 40, 50 percent roughage, but what happens to profitability and what happens to methane emissions?” karen.briere@producer.com

SASKATOON — Cattle producers should use multiple methods to detect sick animals, says a University of Calgary veterinary medicine professor. Edouard Timsit said producers shouldn’t rely just on pen checkers or technology. Instead, they should combine them to better determine which animals need treatment for respiratory disease. Technology such as rumen boluses, ear-mounted thermometers, pedometers and accelerometers are all available and helpful, he said, but they don’t always indicate sickness. Similarly, pen checkers could misinterpret a fever, lack of time at the feed bunk or lack of physical activity as sickness when it really isn’t. Timsit has been researching early disease detection for nearly a decade in his native France as well as in Canada. He said it’s natural that people would turn to technology in an effort to make treatment decisions; many now wear devices that monitor their own food intake and activity. “Cattle are prey animals, and they have a tendency to mask any sign of sickness, especially in the presence of humans,” he said. “So it is very difficult, if not impossible, to detect cattle early in the disease process when actually the treatment is the most effective.” Respiratory disease in cattle is

usually discovered too late, leading to prolonged treatment or death. “Up to 35 percent of the cattle dying from BRD are dying without any treatment,” Timsit told the Saskatchewan Beef Industry Conference. Typically, the parameters to measure health are body temperature, feeding behaviour and physical activity. Technology can measure all those things, but Timsit questioned their reliability. He also questioned the reliability of the parameters themselves.

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BEEF CONFERENCE

Sask. producers slow to use ‘critical tool’ of premises identification BY KAREN BRIERE REGINA BUREAU

SASKATOON — Saskatchewan beef producers have been slow to sign on to the province’s premises identification database. Agriculture minister Lyle Stewart launched the voluntary online program last June. At that time, 1,400 producers had already regis-

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a land location to be able to reach producers quickly. “Please make this a priority and take the opportunity to register,” Stewart said. He told reporters that registering with the database is probably one of those things that producers put off until another day. It takes about 10 minutes online and is free. “Cattle producers are an inde-

pendent lot, and that’s not a bad thing,” he said. “But in the case of a disease outbreak or an emergency, it really helps the reputation of our whole industry if we can locate that and isolate it very quickly.” Saskatchewan’s PID remains voluntary even though cattle organizations have called for a mandatory system. karen.briere@producer.com

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GENE ALTERATION

New technology set to revolutionize genetic modification ANIMAL HEALTH

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cience heralded CRISPR-Cas9 as the “biggest scientific breakthrough of 2015.” A Nobel Prize drumbeat has already started for co-discoverers Jennifer Doudna and Emmanuelle Charpentier, even though their discovery was published only in 2012. This speaks to the importance of

their achievement because most Nobel Prizes are awarded decades after the work is complete. CRISPR is on its way to revolutionizing biology by changing the way scientists alter genes. In its natural setting, the CRISPR is found in bacteria and functions as a primitive bacterial immune system to protect against viruses.

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Scientists are able to harness this system to genetically modify all sorts of other organisms, including plants, animals and insects. One analogy that I particularly enjoy is that CRISPR is like the “search and replace function” on your computer’s word processing software. You input the genetic sequence you want to find and add in what to replace it with. The gene of interest can be precisely targeted and edited. The precision offered by CRISPR has major advantages over previously used methods. Selective breeding, a technique used by people for thousands of years, may result in inadvertently selecting bad traits along with those that are desirable. For example, selectively breeding a cattle herd for rapid growth may also accidentally foster disease susceptibility. Slightly more sophisticated techniques to modify genes are still clumsy. Along with the desired genes, extra chunks of DNA are often introduced, causing unforeseen consequences. This is similar to inserting an entire paragraph to achieve a change in a single word. All the extra words in the paragraph could affect the genetically modified animal. This type of work also required cloned embryos, which was time consuming, costly and difficult. CRISPR targets and changes individual letters in the embryos of interest without cloning. As well, CRISPR does not introduce genes from other organisms. Rather, the animal or plant’s own genes are edited. This is a bonus for agricultural applications because it may alleviate concerns about other forms of genetic modification, which introduces DNA from other organisms. CRISPR may be used to change genes by adding or removing DNA or causing specific mutations in a gene. An immediate application is to efficiently develop animal models of human diseases. The laboratory mouse is the workhorse of these animal models, but research in mice can be limited because of their diminutive size, short lifespan and biological differences from people. There is growing interest in large animal models to better approximate naturally occurring human diseases. CRISPR will be instrumental in developing these models

CRISPR could be used to produce milk proteins that treat human illness. | FILE PHOTO in larger species such as pigs. Altering the genes in animals that are associated with human diseases give scientists valuable insight into the molecular causes of disease, which can influence diagnostic tests, treatment and gene therapy. Protein production is another CRISPR application in animals that can benefit human health. Under this application, dairy cows and goats can be genetically modified to secrete large volumes of specific proteins in their milk that can treat human illness. Perfecting the use of CRISPR in a laboratory setting could also benefit livestock by genetically modifying them for enhanced production, including growth, muscling, marbling, feed conversion and polled traits. Genetic disease resistance is another major application. Examples include scrapie resistance in sheep, pigs that are resistant to African Swine Fever and chickens that lack the receptor for influenza virus. However, not ever y CRISPR application is viewed in a positive light, and governments and society must carefully consider the safety concerns, particularly for modified animals that are created for products used as medical therapy or food. There is also a growing ethical concern regarding the use of CRISPR to alter human genomes. The promises of the genetic age have not been fully realized because of the inability to actually change the genetic code in a precise, cheap and fast way. With that technological barrier removed, scientists must now learn how to apply it to their own interests. The sky may be the limit for how this can be done. Designer cattle are not far off. But now that we can, it begs the question: should we? Dr. Jamie Rothenburger is a veterinarian who practices pathology and a PhD student at the Ontario Veterinary College. Twitter: @DrJamieR_Vet

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SASKATOON — Ryan Beierbach, a rancher from Whitewood, Sask., and District 1 director, is the new chair of the Saskatchewan Cattlemen’s Association. Beierbach was elected at the recent SCA annual meeting in Saskatoon. He replaces Bill Jameson of Moose Jaw, who stepped down after one year. Rick Toney from District 4 is the new vice-chair, and Philip Lynn from District 2 is the finance chair. District 5 director Levi Hull remains

the member-at-large. Chad Ross of Estevan joined the board as a Saskatchewan Cattle Feeders Association representative. Elections for the province’s representatives to the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association were also held during the meeting. Reg Schellenberg of Beechy and Pat Hayes of Val Marie were both re-elected for two-year terms. Duane Thompson of Kelliher was elected for a one-year term, replacing Brent Griffin of Elbow. karen.briere@producer.com

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LIVESTOCK AKAUSHI CATTLE

Producers reap premium for Japanese beef breed Participants in the program must follow protocols BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

Akaushi bulls were on display at the National Western Stock Show held in Denver Jan. 9-24. Valued for their beef quality in Japan, the original cattle were imported in 1994. | BARBARA DUCKWORTH PHOTO

DENVER, Colo. — Akaushi cattle have come a long way since Japan exported eight females and three bulls to the United States in 1994. The Japanese government does not usually allow exports of its native breeds, so this was a coup for those involved. “It was legal, but it was through a loophole in a trade agreement,” said JoJo Carrales, vice president of cattle operations for Heartbrand Beef.

“Once these came over, they wouldn’t let any more over.” Heartbrand was set up to manage the cattle in a value chain and market the highly marbled beef to restaurants and retail stores. The cattle are smaller than North American beef breeds. They are horned with red coats and have white on the hocks and up the tail end. The herd has expanded to 3,000 females on a ranch near Harwood, Texas, southeast of Austin. The herd grew through artificial insemination and embryo transfer to control inbreeding because there were so few in the foundation herd. “Our inbreeding co-efficient is pretty low,” Carrales said. “With natural service only, there would be a problem. We keep track of that.” The Akaushi breed was approved by the National Pedigree Livestock Council as an official purebred breed. Cattle are typically crossed with Angus to maintain marbling and produce bigger calves with hybrid vigour. They are mainly fed at Bovina Feeders in Texas, where 10,000 have been placed. However, feedlots in Minnesota, Nebraska, Kansas and South Dakota also have placements through producer agreements. About 180 head are processed weekly at Caviness Packers in Hereford, Texas. The beef is labelled and sold through wholesalers for the restaurant trade. All beef receives U.S. Department of Agriculture grades, and onethird grade USDA Prime. Only two percent have graded Select. Producers in the program receive carcass results, which allows them to make adjustments to eliminate those that do not grade well. The company works to share the added premiums throughout the value chain as an incentive to follow the program. Participating producers can still sell the feeder cattle through the conventional stream rather than through Heartbrand. “If we can show the incentive of a finished Akaushi is worth more than $300 over market, that means a feeder calf could be worth $120 over market and then a bull could be worth more,” he said. “It is somewhat vertically integrated, but it is the only way you can source from a particular phenotype. When we sell beef every day, we guarantee everything is out of a fullblood bull at least, and that they are fed without an implant. In the feedlot, we don’t feed antibiotics.” Carrales said the company would like to bring the cattle and marketing concept to Canada. The breed was developed in Japan about 100 years ago. The Japanese Association of Akaushi maintains carcass performance, breeding pedigrees and economic results for each animal. The data is used to select prospective sire and dam lines for further genetic improvement. barbara.duckworth@producer.com

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Competition heats up for Asian markets after Argentine president eliminates beef and crop export taxes SINGAPORE/BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) — After years of being sidelined by punitive taxes, Argentina’s agricultural exporters are back with a vengeance and ready to steal market share, particularly in Asia. The country’s farm sector has been dealt a good hand by new president Mauricio Macri. Since taking office in December, he has axed most crop and beef export taxes and allowed the peso to depreciate 40 percent, giving agricultural shipments a big advantage in an amply supplied world market. The country’s exporters have responded aggressively. Australian traders are already feeling the heat in the highly competitive Middle Eastern wheat market, where Argentina’s supplies have been priced below most other origins. Argentina has even sent cargoes to the United States, a net exporter of wheat, which industry sources said underscores the potential for a more intense price competition in the months ahead. “Argentina is going to go full throttle. We are already seeing them making very aggressive offers,” said Adam Davis, head of commodities at Merricks Capital, an Australian fund that manages $350 million. “They have sold wheat to the

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9.8 million tonnes United States, which is having difficulty in cutting its own stocks.” The next target for the South American country is Asia, which is home to half the world’s population and a traditional stronghold for Australia. Argentina expects to ship six million tonnes of wheat to countries other than Brazil as soon as it expands planted areas, said David Hughes, president of the local wheat industry chamber Argentrigo. It would be equivalent to 35 percent of Australia’s annual exports. The two countries will also face off in beef shipments. Argentina is set to ramp up beef sales to a record high this year, a think-tank formed by the country’s grain exchanges said. The prospect of higher Argentine exports has already contributed to lower global prices, with Chicago wheat futures plumbing five-year lows in January and beef hitting two-week lows after sinking 16 percent last year. The problem for Australia is it

relies on sales of the same farm products as Argentina but lacks the renewed momentum as tax rates remain stable and its currency holds steady. Australian traders cannot even boast of a freight advantage because global shipping rates have plunged to record lows, making it easier for Argentina to reach distant markets. Argentina’s wheat exports are expected to more than double to 9.8 million tonnes in the year to June 2017, said the Institute for International Agricultural Business. Wheat exports were cut in half from 2007-15 under the previous government because of prohibitive taxes. “We expect Argentina to get back its former market share,” Hughes said. “We are expecting a huge growth in wheat acreage.” Australia, which has just finished harvesting an almost 25 million tonne wheat crop, fears it will lose share in Asia.

“Indonesia is looking at Argentina for wheat exports,” said an Australian trader at a grain trading house. Argentina could sell 500,000 tonnes to Indonesia, chipping away at Australia’s exports to a country that typically buys 3.5 million tonnes, the trader added. Argentina is also expected to aggressively export beef this year, with the think-tank forecasting a five-fold jump in sales to an alltime high of 1.3 million tonnes in 2016. “Argentina is now free of footand-mouth disease, so we can enter Asia as soon as we increase our herd,” said one Buenos Airesbased analyst. “Argentina has approved sanitary protocols with China in meat and dairy products. This will be direct competition for Australia and New Zealand.” Australia is expecting its first decline in beef sales since 2013 after slaughtering nearly 30 million head of cattle in the last few years as a severe drought wilted pastures. “Argentina has great scope to increase beef exports,” said Phin Ziebell, an agribusiness economist with the National Australia Bank. “With currency devaluation, South American supplies are now very attractive.”

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Reuters) — A Chinese man charged with conspiracy to steal high-tech U.S. corn seeds pleaded guilty in federal court in Iowa Jan. 27 for participating in the theft of the patented seeds with the intention of transporting them to China, court documents show. Federal authorities began investigating Mo Hailong for conspiring to steal corn seeds from DuPont Pioneer and Monsanto after DuPont security staff noticed his suspicious activity. Mo was employed as director of international business for the Beijing Dabeinong Technology Group Co. Ltd. It is part of Da Bei Nong Group, which runs businesses covering seeds, animal feed and livestock. Company spokesperson Chen Zhongheng said he had not been informed about the situation. Mo’s sister, Mo Yun, who was charged with trying to steal patented U.S. seeds in July 2014, is married to the founder and chair of the Chinese conglomerate. Mo will be sentenced at a later date. As part of his plea agreement, he will not be sentenced to more than five years in prison.

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AG STOCKS JAN. 25 - 29 The drop in oil reversed on speculation exporters might agree to trim production. Japan lowered interest rates. Tech companies posted strong quarterly results. For the week, the TSX composite rose 3.4 percent, the Dow gained 2.3 percent, the S&P added 1.7 percent and the Nasdaq increased 0.5 percent. Cdn. exchanges in $Cdn. U.S. exchanges in $U.S.

GRAIN TRADERS NAME

EXCH CLOSE LAST WK

ADM NY AGT Food TSX Bunge Ltd. NY ConAgra Foods NY

35.35 35.12 62.01 41.64

33.23 36.90 59.93 40.25

PRAIRIE PORTFOLIO NAME

EXCH CLOSE LAST WK

Ceapro Inc. TSXV Cervus Equip. TSX Input Capital TSXV Rocky Mtn D’ship TSX

0.380 13.00 1.72 6.48

0.395 12.10 1.68 5.89

FOOD PROCESSORS NAME

EXCH CLOSE LAST WK

Hormel Foods Maple Leaf Premium Brands Tyson Foods

NY TSX TSX NY

80.41 22.82 42.00 53.36

75.98 22.68 38.85 51.22

FARM EQUIPMENT MFG. NAME

EXCH CLOSE LAST WK

Ag Growth Int’l TSX AGCO Corp. NY Buhler Ind. TSX Caterpillar Inc. NY CNH Industrial N.V.NY Deere and Co. NY

28.52 48.77 5.00 62.24 6.26 77.01

29.62 45.95 5.00 60.98 6.05 74.61

FARM INPUT SUPPLIERS NAME

EXCH CLOSE LAST WK

Agrium TSX BASF OTC Bayer Ag OTC Dow Chemical NY Dupont NY BioSyent Inc. TSXV Monsanto NY Mosaic NY PotashCorp TSX Syngenta ADR MICHELLE HOULDEN ILLUSTRATION

Precision ag gets cash injection Farmers Edge will use the $58 million from Mitsui & Co. for its global expansion plan BY ROBERT ARNASON BRANDON BUREAU

Farmers Edge, which specializes in precision agriculture and farm data management, now has more funds to support its global expansion. In late January, Mitsui & Co. and other backers announced an investment of C$58 million in the western Canadian company. Mitsui is a Japanese firm with a market capitalization of more than US$20 billion. Farmers Edge will use the money to develop new products and enlarge its operations in Brazil, Russia and Australia. “There’s a huge shift underway in agriculture as technology continues to enable the digitization of farming,” said Brook Porter of Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers’ Green

Growth Fund, one of the companies investing in Farmers Edge. “Reducing costs while also reducing environmental impact is more important than ever, and Farmers Edge is leading this transformation.” Many western Canadian farmers think of Farmers Edge as a company with expertise in variable rate technology, but the firm has shifted focus to farm data management. “Variable rate fertility is core to Farmers Edge,” said chief operations officer Patrick Crampton. “However, the evolution in the past 18 months has been to bring in the ag data management component…. We are leveraging that ag data platform to provide a lower cost variable rate product.” Farmers Edge is particularly interested in expanding its presence in Brazil.

“It’s the second largest ag market in the world. (It) is a very high priority for Farmers Edge,” said Crampton, who grew up on a farm near Manitou, Man. “Our unique set of capabilities sets us apart in that market.” The company is also penetrating the United States with sales and operating teams in nine states. Farmers Edge announced its initial partnership with Mitsui & Co. last year. The arrangement is seen as an excellent fit for a company with global ambitions because Mitsui has 141 offices in 66 countries. “Mitsui is responsible for the procurement of 17.5 million tons of food resources each year, including grains, corn and soybeans,” said Mitsui executive Kenji Otake, who will take a seat on the Farmers Edge board.

“As Farmers Edge demonstrates its ability to operate in regions like Brazil, that lack traditional infrastructure to support technologyenabled agriculture, our strategic alignment deepens.” Expansion into Australia, Brazil and Russia will provide Farmers Edge with new sources of revenue and a foothold in the largest agricultural regions in the world. There is also the additional benefit of managing more agricultural information. “The sheer volume of data you start to collect from different (parts) of the world,” Crampton said. “Those insights, we believe, will ultimately add more value back to our customers…. I firmly believe there are learnings we can take from all of those geographies.” robert.arnason@producer.com

124.32 68.31 114.76 43.22 54.74 6.50 91.87 23.85 22.78 70.86

TRANSPORTATION NAME

AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY

122.32 66.57 112.38 42.00 52.76 6.72 90.60 24.10 22.84 73.88

CN Rail CPR

EXCH CLOSE LAST WK TSX TSX

75.95 168.40

70.46 165.74

List courtesy of Ian Morrison, financial adviser with the Calgary office of Raymond James Ltd., member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. The listed equity prices included were obtained from Thomson Reuters. The data listed in this list has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Within the last 12 months, Raymond James Ltd. has undertaken an underwriting liability or has provided advice for a fee with respect to the securities of AGT Food. For more information, Morrison can be reached at 403-221-0396 or 1-877264-0333.

PotashCorp’s gloomy forecast ( R e u t e r s ) — Po t a s h C o r p i s expecting its bleakest year in a decade and has slashed its dividend because of tanking fertilizer prices. Potash prices have fallen under pressure from bloated capacity, soft grain prices and weak currencies in consumers such as India and Brazil. The company suspended operations at its New Brunswick mine last month. The world’s biggest fertilizer company by capacity lowered its quarterly dividend by 34 percent to 25 cents per share.

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FARM MANAGEMENT

Farm meetings key to success, says speaker Share cropping: is it farm or rental income? BY ED WHITE WINNIPEG BUREAU

MONEY IN YOUR POCKET

GRANT DIAMOND

Grant Diamond is a tax analyst in Saskatoon, SK., with FBC, a company that specializes in farm tax. Contact: fbc@fbc.ca or 800-265-1002.

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issues that families need to talk about. Farms require constant communication to be viable businesses. “Every farm today is a business,” said Dargis. At least once a week, every person involved in the farm should be part of a meeting in which the farm’s issues, ideas and challenges are discussed, she said. It’s an essential way to head off problems. “The more you start to do that, the more you will become better at dealing with conflict moving forward.” ed.white@producer.com

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hare cropping is not as common as it used to be, but it is still a popular arrangement between landowners and renters. Much depends on the landlord’s involvement in the production process when paying tax on the proceeds from this type of rental agreement. This helps determine if the revenue should be taxed as rent or as proceeds from farming. Rental income does not qualify for the small business deduction or the capital gains exemption, while the proceeds from farming qualify for both. In a crop share land lease agreement, the landlord normally supplies land, buildings, possibly equipment and a share of the operating expenses. The tenant supplies labour and usually a major portion of the machinery and operating expenses. Items that benefit both the landlord and tenant, such as pesticides, fertilizers and freight, may be shared in the same proportion as the crop is shared. The amount of land, buildings and expenses that the landlord provides will determine his share of the crop. It is not unusual to see landlords share 18 to 35 percent of the crop. In most cases, the Canada Revenue Agency considers that a crop share received by a landowner is rental income and not income from farming. However, the landowner could be considered to be in the business of farming if the sharecropper is an employee who receives a crop share in lieu of salary. The landlord could also be considered a farmer if the lease agreement is structured as a detailed cropping plan in which the landowner maintains control over the use of the land, which crops are planted, fertilizer rates and pesticide use. The Canada Revenue Agency considers whether the landlord shares in the risks and rewards of the farming business when determining whether he is involved in the business of farming rather than operating rental property. The landlord can demonstrate this in several ways: • He maintains an active role in farming. • He supplies raw materials for the sharecropping operation. • He takes compensation in the form of production rather than flat fees. Seek professional tax or legal advice when structuring the deal so that the land is still considered qualified farm property and not rental income property.

Farm families need to get around the table for weekly business meetings. However, that table shouldn’t be the kitchen table, Leona Dargis told Manitoba farmers at Keystone Agricultural Producers’ annual meeting Jan. 27. “You want that place to be focusing on the family,” said Dargis, an Alberta farm kid, Nuffield scholar and survivor of family tragedy . “What you want to try to avoid is those conflict situations of bringing up business from the farm at the kitchen table.” Farms are both businesses and families, so keeping special places for each is important.

Instead of arguing about business in the house, Dargis said, families should schedule regular farm business meetings for everyone involved in the operation and hold them somewhere neutral, such as in the office or machine shop. Dargis and her four sisters had to deal with the shock of their parents dying in a plane crash. The sisters were in their teens and 20s and even though they had begun easing into succession discussions, few details had been worked out. The parents’ will was out of date, which helped drag out the estate settlement for more than six years. However, the sisters were uncertain which of them wanted to keep farming. Dargis said it’s not just major

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CATTLE & SHEEP

GRAINS

Grade A

Alberta

Steers Alta. Ont.

$250 $240 $230 $220 n/a $210 12/18 12/31 1/11 1/18 1/25

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Live Jan. 22-Jan. 28

Previous Jan. 15-Jan. 21

Year ago

Rail Jan. 22-Jan. 28

n/a 163.45-181.55

177.50-178.00 163.73-180.29

185.06 185.91

295.75-300.50 290.00-292.00

Heifers Alta. n/a 176.00 Ont. 162.74-178.06 159.23-179.38 *Live f.o.b. feedlot, rail f.o.b. plant.

Previous Jan. 15-Jan. 21 293.50-296.50 287.00-291.00

Barley (March) $200 $195 $190

183.67 183.42

297.00-300.50 289.00-291.00

293.50-295.00 286.00-290.00 Canfax

$180 12/18 1/4

1/11 1/18 1/25

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Durum (March) $350

$280

Feeder Cattle ($/cwt)

$260

$220 n/a $200 12/18 12/31 1/11 1/18 1/25

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Manitoba $260 $250 $240 $230 n/a n/a $220 12/18 12/31 1/11 1/18 1/25

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Heifers 500-600 lb. (average $/cwt)

Steers 900-1000 800-900 700-800 600-700 500-600 400-500 Heifers 800-900 700-800 600-700 500-600 400-500 300-400

Cattle Slaughter

Man.

Alta.

B.C.

198-210 209-221 220-237 236-261 260-287 284-318

199-212 210-220 217-237 230-256 258-285 278-310

201-214 211-224 223-238 238-259 261-286 285-316

195-213 205-224 210-235 232-254 250-282 280-305

190-204 200-214 213-225 229-248 243-274 254-280

190-202 193-211 208-230 225-251 235-264 no sales

195-207 202-216 215-231 232-250 244-272 272-290

184-211 196-220 204-222 217-245 230-260 253-289 Canfax

Alberta

To Jan. 23

Fed. inspections only Canada U.S. To date 2016 139,895 1,696,983 To date 2015 129,437 1,547,788 % Change 16/15 +8.1 +9.6

$240 $230 $220 n/a

$210 12/18 12/31 1/11 1/18 1/25

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Saskatchewan

Canfax Steers Heifers Cows Bulls

Jan. 23/16 Jan. 24/15 935 874 847 803 756 710 1071 951

$250

YTD 16 941 587 757 1080

YTD 15 875 811 704 942

U.S. Cash cattle ($US/cwt)

$240 $230 $220 n/a n/a $210 12/18 12/31 1/11 1/18 1/25

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Manitoba

Steers 137.52 137.41 137.00 210.00

Heifers 137.35 137.81 137.00 210.00

Feeders No. 1 (800-900 lb) Steers South Dakota 145.00-164.50 Billings 143.00-154.60 Dodge City 146.50-157.39

$250 $240 $230 $220 n/a $210 12/18 12/31 1/11 1/18 1/25

Slaughter cattle (35-65% choice) National Kansas Nebraska Nebraska (dressed)

Trend +2/+5 n/a +4/+6 USDA

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Cattle / Beef Trade

Canadian Beef Production -7 +3 -5 Canfax

EXCHANGE RATE DATE $1 Cdn. = $0.7113 U.S. $1 U.S. = $1.4059 Cdn.

Exports % Change 19,933 (1) +49.0 1,918 (1) +76.0 213,290 (3) +4.4 295,137 (3) +0.8 Imports % Change n/a (2) n/a 32,252 (2) -23.2 6,649 (4) +8.7 11,817 (4) +7.0

Sltr. cattle to U.S. (head) Feeder C&C to U.S. (head) Total beef to U.S. (tonnes) Total beef, all nations (tonnes) Sltr. cattle from U.S. (head) Feeder C&C from U.S. (head) Total beef from U.S. (tonnes) Total beef, all nations (tonnes)

$320 $310 12/18 1/4

1/11 1/18 1/25

(1) to Jan 16 /16 (2) to Nov 30/15 (3) to Nov 30/15 (4) to Jan 23/16

Agriculture Canada

Milling Wheat (March)

Close Jan. 29 Live Cattle Feb 135.30 Apr 134.00 Jun 123.43 Aug 119.55 Oct 120.25 Feeder Cattle Mar 157.25 Apr 156.68 May 155.83 Aug 157.10 Sep 155.15

Close Trend Jan. 22

Year ago

132.08 133.08 123.85 120.15 120.90

+3.22 +0.92 -0.42 -0.60 -0.65

154.85 152.28 144.63 144.05 147.20

157.90 157.83 157.50 158.90 156.68

-0.65 -1.15 -1.67 -1.80 -1.53

205.20 205.40 206.13 208.00 207.35

$250 $240 $230 $220 12/18 1/4

1/11 1/18 1/25

Jan. 28 US Choice (US$) 220.12 Jan. 22 Cdn AAA (C$) n/a

Index 100 Hog Price Trends ($/ckg) Alberta $160 $150 $140 $130

$490 $480 $470

Jan. 21 Yr. ago 227.67 244.59 Jan. 15 Yr. ago 305.58 n/a

U.S. Grain Cash Prices ($US/bu.) 1/15 1/22 1/29

USDA

Canola (basis - March)

No. 1 DNS (14%) Montana elevator No. 1 DNS (13%) Montana elevator No. 1 Durum (13%) Montana elevator No. 1 Malt barley Montana elevator No. 2 Feed barley Montana elevator

$-5 $-10 $-15

Jan. 25

Jan. 11

Wool sheep 55-69 lb 2.43-2.70 2.20-2.50 70-85 lb 2.15-2.50 2.07-2.32 86-105 lb 1.47-2.20 1.80-2.00 > 106 lb 1.23-1.70 1.50-1.76 Beaver Hill Auction Services Ltd. Jan. 25 Jan. 18 New lambs 2.80-3.10 2.25-2.93 65-80 lb 2.35-2.90 2.20-2.70 80-95 lb 2.32-2.65 1.92-2.19 > 95 lb 1.60-1.89 1.85-2.02 > 110 lb 1.45-1.56 1.75-1.83 Feeder lambs 2.20-2.60 Sheep 1.30-1.55 1.30-1.50 Rams 1.20-1.60 1.25-1.60 Kids 100-170 100-170 Ontario Stockyards Inc. To Be Shipped: Feb 4 Wool lambs <80 lb 1.78 Wool lambs 81-95 lb 1.65 Wool lambs 96-115 lb 1.40 Hair lambs <95 lb 1.40 Sask. Sheep Dev. Bd.

$-20 $-25 12/18 12/31 1/8

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Maple Leaf Thunder Sig 3 Creek Pork Jan. 29 Jan. 29 155.30-158.52 162.45-164.61 157.88-159.16 161.19-162.65 163.03-164.96 166.47-166.48 165.52-170.02 167.50-168.58 171.31-172.60 164.93-175.77 175.43-185.09 185.08-187.57 192.18-193.47 186.93-188.86 194.75-196.04 195.49-197.60 199.26-201.19 191.68-193.87 199.71-201.84 192.91-194.17

To Jan 23

Fed. inspections only Canada U.S. 1,288,592 7,001,356 1,126,567 6,379,181 +14.4 +9.8

To date 2016 To date 2015 % change 16/15

Agriculture Canada

$235 $230 $225 $220 1/15 1/22 1/29

Flax (elevator bid- S’toon) $470 $460 $450 $440 n/a $430 12/18 12/31 1/8

1/15 1/22 1/29

Barley (cash - March) $220 $215

Basis: $18

$210 $205 1/15 1/22 1/29

Chicago Nearby Futures ($US/100 bu.)

Corn (March) $380 $370

Index 100 hogs $/ckg 147.70 151.19

Alta. Sask.

$360

Man. Que.

157.00 152.72

$350 $340 12/18 1/4

1/11 1/18 1/25

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*incl. wt. premiums

Soybeans (March) $920

Hogs / Pork Trade

$900

Export 45,411 (1) 404,924 (2) 1,058,575 (2)

$160

Sltr. hogs to/fm U.S. (head) Total pork to/fm U.S. (tonnes) Total pork, all nations (tonnes)

$150 $140 $130 2/1

(1) to Jan 16/16

(2) to Nov 30/15

% Change +18.9 +14.6 +0.6

Import n/a 8,292 (3) 9,227 (3)

(3) to Jan 23/16

% Change n/a -14.3 -12.9 Agriculture Canada

$170 $160 $150 $140 2/1

Feb Apr May Jun

Close Jan. 29 65.80 70.70 76.85 80.65

Close Jan. 22 63.00 69.00 75.38 78.95

Trend +2.80 +1.70 +1.47 +1.70

Year ago 67.48 72.25 80.45 84.10

Jul Aug Oct Dec

$880 $860 $840 12/18 1/4

1/11 1/18 1/25

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Oats (March) $260

Chicago Hogs Lean ($US/cwt)

Manitoba

$240

Close Jan. 29 80.18 79.40 67.60 63.20

Close Jan. 22 78.78 78.13 67.20 63.08

Trend +1.40 +1.27 +0.40 +0.12

Year ago 84.30 83.75 73.28 69.45

$220

$180 12/18 1/4

1/11 1/18 1/25

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Spring Wheat (March) $520 $510

ELEVATOR SHIPMENTS

Jan. 24 258.6 383.0 136.8

Jan. 17 226.2 446.5 134.4

YTD 6701.1 11317.1 4032.3

Year Ago 6981.9 10144.6 3053.6

Feb. 1 Jan. 25 Trend Wpg ICE Canola ($/tonne) Mar 471.10 482.00 -10.90 May 480.70 490.40 -9.70 July 486.70 495.80 -9.10 Nov 487.50 494.50 -7.00 Wpg ICE Milling Wheat ($/tonne) Mar 235.00 237.00 -2.00 May 238.00 239.00 -1.00 July 241.00 243.00 -2.00 Wpg ICE Durum Wheat ($/tonne) Mar 322.00 322.00 0.00 May 330.00 330.00 0.00 Wpg ICE Barley ($/tonne) Mar 190.00 190.00 0.00 May 194.00 194.00 0.00 Chicago Wheat ($US/bu.) Mar 4.7525 4.8150 -0.0625 May 4.8050 4.8675 -0.0625 July 4.8575 4.9225 -0.0650 Sep 4.9450 5.0100 -0.0650 Chicago Oats ($US/bu.) Mar 1.9725 2.0525 -0.0800 May 2.0600 2.1150 -0.0550 July 2.1275 2.1700 -0.0425 Chicago Soybeans ($US/bu.) Mar 8.8075 8.8050 +0.0025 May 8.8225 8.8175 +0.0050 July 8.8775 8.8675 +0.0100 Aug 8.8925 8.8825 +0.0100 Chicago Soy Oil (¢US/lb.) Mar 30.76 30.44 +0.32 May 30.96 30.63 +0.33 Jul 31.20 30.85 +0.35 Chicago Soy Meal ($US/short ton) Mar 271.0 272.5 -1.5 May 273.1 274.6 -1.5 Jul 275.5 276.8 -1.3 Chicago Corn ($US/bu.) Mar 3.7125 3.6975 +0.0150 May 3.7575 3.7475 +0.0100 July 3.8050 3.8000 +0.0050 Sep 3.8475 3.8500 -0.0025 Minneapolis Wheat ($US/bu.) Mar 4.9500 4.9975 -0.0475 May 5.0075 5.0500 -0.0425 July 5.0800 5.1125 -0.0325 Sep 5.1800 5.2125 -0.0325 Kansas City Wheat ($US/bu.) Mar 4.6675 4.7400 -0.0725 May 4.7675 4.8425 -0.0750 July 4.8700 4.9475 +5.675

Year ago 451.40 447.30 444.80 433.10 219.00 230.00 233.00 349.00 339.00 195.00 197.00 4.9275 4.9725 5.0175 5.2325 2.6925 2.7400 2.8400 9.5950 9.6625 9.7175 9.4525 30.41 30.65 30.87 327.9 321.6 319.2 3.6975 3.7775 3.8550 4.0100 5.5400 5.5825 5.6600 5.8500 5.3450 5.3625 5.6750

$200

Minneapolis Nearby Futures ($US/100bu.)

(000 tonnes) Alta. Sask. Man.

Grain Futures

Feed Wheat (Lethbridge)

$215 12/18 12/31 1/8

Jan. 29 4.58 4.27 6.02 4.80 2.40

1/15 1/22 1/29

Hog Slaughter

Saskatchewan

$130 12/18 12/31 1/11 1/18 1/25

Jan. 27 Jan. 20 Year Ago No. 3 Oats Saskatoon ($/tonne) 142.07 150.51 147.86 Snflwr NuSun Enderlin ND (¢/lb) 16.75 16.40 18.35

Canola (cash - March)

$450 12/18 12/31 1/8

Sheep ($/lb.) & Goats ($/head)

Fixed contract $/ckg (Hams Marketing) Week ending Feb 27-Mar 05 Mar 12-Mar 19 Mar 26-Apr 02 Apr 09-Apr 16 Apr 23-Apr 30 May 07-May 14 May 21-May 28 June 04-June 11 June 18-June 25 July 02-July 09

Jan. 1 71.00 55.00 68.50 56.50 47.00 57.00 51.00 9.00 11.75 11.75 6.60 8.50 56.00 53.00 36.00 26.00 27.00 903.90 551.20 595.20

Cash Prices

Canola and barley are basis par region. Feed wheat basis Lethbridge. Basis is best bid.

Due to wide reporting and collection methods, it is misleading to compare hog prices between provinces.

Jan. 22 75.00 61.00 68.50 61.00 53.00 54.00 48.00 9.75 13.00 13.00 6.60 9.50 58.00 53.00 36.00 27.00 27.00 903.90 551.20 595.20

$460

Beef Cutout ($/cwt)

HOGS

$120 12/18 12/31 1/11 1/18 1/25

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Jan. 29 Laird lentils, No. 1 (¢/lb) 75.00 Laird lentils, Xtra 3 (¢/lb) 61.00 Richlea lentils, No. 1 (¢/lb) 68.50 Eston lentils, No. 1 (¢/lb) 61.00 Eston lentils, Xtra 3 (¢/lb) 53.00 Sm. Red lentils, No. 2 (¢/lb) 54.00 Sm. Red lentils, Xtra 3 (¢/lb) 48.00 Peas, green No. 1 ($/bu) 9.75 Peas, large. yellow No. 1 ($/bu) 13.00 Peas, sm. yellow No. 2 ($/bu) 13.00 Feed peas ($/bu) 6.60 Maple peas ($/bu) 10.00 Mustard, yellow, No. 1 (¢/lb) 59.00 Mustard, Oriental, No. 1 (¢/lb) 53.00 Mustard, Brown, No. 1 (¢/lb) 36.00 Canaryseed (¢/lb) 27.00 Desi chickpeas (¢/lb) 27.00 Kabuli, 8mm, No. 1 ($/mt) 903.90 Kabuli, 7mm, No. 1 ($/mt) 551.20 B-90 ckpeas, No. 1 ($/mt) 595.20

Cash Prices

$200 12/18 12/31 1/8

n/a $120 12/18 12/31 1/11 1/18 1/25

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$260

Chicago Futures ($US/cwt)

Average Carcass Weight

$250

$340 $330

Sask.

$240

91.8 20.9 112.7

Source: STAT Publishing, which solicits bids from Maviga N.A., Legumex Walker, CGF Brokerage, Parrish & Heimbecker, Simpson Seeds and Alliance Grain Traders. Prices paid for dressed product at plant.

$185

Saskatchewan

Fed Non-fed Total beef

Pulse and Special Crops

ICE Futures Canada

Slaughter Cattle ($/cwt)

Steers 600-700 lb. (average $/cwt)

$500 $490 $480 12/18 1/4

1/11 1/18 1/25

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Canadian Exports & Crush To (1,000 MT) Jan. 24 Wheat 262.7 Durum 133.1 Oats 13.7 Barley 57.2 Flax 3.2 Canola 89.3 Peas 51.1 Lentils 0.4 (1,000 MT) Jan. 27 Canola crush 144.6

To Jan. 17 188.7 131.7 14.4 25.1 6.5 236.0 59.2 Jan. 20 166.8

Total Last to date year 8121.6 7946.4 2209.5 2664.5 511.6 530.5 532.2 738.0 185.4 206.1 4655.9 3965.0 1543.7 1405.2 541.6 330.5 To date Last year 3955.7 3535.3

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Feb. 4 - 10 (in °C)

Churchill - 22 / - 30 Prince George - 2 / - 11 Edmonton - 5 / - 14 Saskatoon Calgary - 9 / - 20 Vancouver - 2 / - 13 8/2 Regina Winnipeg - 8 / - 18 - 10 / - 20

Below normal

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Feb. 4 - 10 (in mm)

Above normal

Normal

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PRECIPITATION FORECAST

Much above normal

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Churchill 3.4

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Prince George 10.4

Vancouver 37.8

Edmonton 3.4 Saskatoon Calgary 3.1 2.3 Regina 2.7

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Much below normal

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The numbers on the above maps are average temperature and precipitation figures for the forecast week, based on historical data n/a = not available; tr = trace; 1 inch = 25.4 millimetres (mm) from 1971-2000. Maps provided by WeatherTec Services: www.weathertec.mb.ca

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LAST WEEK’S WEATHER SUMMARY ENDING JAN. 31 SASKATCHEWAN

ALBERTA Temperature last week High Low

Assiniboia Broadview Eastend Estevan Kindersley Maple Creek Meadow Lake Melfort Nipawin North Battleford Prince Albert Regina Rockglen Saskatoon Swift Current Val Marie Yorkton Wynyard

5.7 4.1 5.1 4.8 6.5 13.9 4.1 3.2 4.2 4.1 3.8 4.3 4.4 4.2 6.5 7.5 3.4 3.8

-18.3 -13.3 -13.1 -9.8 -16.5 -12.9 -22.4 -10.7 -16.9 -19.7 -14.8 -10.9 -13.2 -16.2 -11.2 -20.8 -12.2 -10.9

Precipitation since Nov. 1 mm mm %

0.0 0.5 0.0 0.0 1.6 1.6 1.5 0.4 0.0 8.7 2.8 0.2 0.0 9.4 0.6 0.2 4.5 9.6

29.2 29.0 28.7 33.0 50.8 36.1 32.5 35.9 44.1 44.3 55.2 28.1 33.8 38.8 29.3 31.0 52.0 58.8

66 46 50 57 131 69 59 69 78 90 100 58 72 83 64 72 83 107

MANITOBA Temperature last week High Low

Brooks Calgary Cold Lake Coronation Edmonton Grande Prairie High Level Lethbridge Lloydminster Medicine Hat Milk River Peace River Pincher Creek Red Deer Stavely Vegreville

13.4 12.8 4.1 5.4 7.6 6.5 6.0 13.8 4.8 11.6 13.3 5.5 7.9 9.9 13.1 5.8

-17.2 -13.5 -17.0 -18.9 -17.5 -20.6 -21.7 -7.5 -13.6 -9.7 -8.3 -17.3 -7.8 -20.8 -5.6 -17.2

Precipitation since Nov. 1 mm mm %

0.2 0.3 2.4 1.2 4.0 2.1 6.1 1.3 6.5 0.6 0.0 3.5 0.0 0.1 0.0 5.8

26.2 35.2 73.7 24.1 31.1 73.6 25.0 33.9 38.5 35.1 31.7 51.7 81.3 56.0 60.1 35.0

73 97 134 58 55 96 35 76 74 82 59 74 103 115 116 72

Temperature last week High Low

Brandon Dauphin Gimli Melita Morden Portage la Prairie Swan River Winnipeg

3.7 4.5 3.0 5.1 4.4 4.9 4.7 3.3

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-18.5 -12.8 -21.1 -8.8 -12.4 -16.2 -10.5 -16.9

2.2 8.8 9.0 0.1 2.2 8.8 4.3 5.2

51.9 46.1 43.3 26.4 45.1 47.7 43.0 35.3

82 73 65 41 62 65 61 50

-10.0 -7.3 -4.1 -5.8 -8.2

1.0 1.3 1.5 8.7 3.5

156.9 61.5 92.5 116.4 94.3

119 77 108 101 59

BRITISH COLUMBIA Cranbrook Fort St. John Kamloops Kelowna Prince George

4.3 7.4 13.6 7.1 7.4

All data provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s National Agroclimate Information Service: www.agr.gc.ca/drought. Data has undergone only preliminary quality checking. Maps provided by WeatherTec Services Inc.: www.weathertec.mb.ca

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