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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. — In the l o n g r u n , Ca na d i a n f a r m i n g appears to be cruising into a beautiful future as growing world population and Canada’s bountiful farmland and water make a rewarding equation. But today’s farming is facing headwinds that are slowing its progress and creating a much less pleasant journey than just a few years ago. That was the mood underlying the Canola Council of Canada’s annual meeting, as farmers and others heard about challenges with trade, about how consumers’ divergent demands are growing and about a world market glutted with crops and growing competition. “He’s winning,” former Conservative interim leader Rona Ambrose said about U.S. President Donald Trump’s harassment of Canada’s export industries. SEE UNDER A CLOUD, PAGE 5

*NOTE: Because snow can carry varying amounts of water, precipitation is recorded as melted water equivalent and measured in millimetres. On the Prairies, 1 mm of precipitation is about 1 cm or 0.394 inches of snow.

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Ottawa issues deadline to railways as performance still poor, outstanding grain car orders decline BY KAREN BRIERE

Grain movement improved slightly last week as Canada’s two major railways face a March 15

deadline to satisfy the federal government that they can do better. The Ag Transport Coalition reported in grain week 31 that Canadian National Railway and Canadian Pacific Railway supplied

a combined 45 percent of requested hopper cars, up from 32 percent the previous week. Although outstanding orders have declined, performance is still poor. “On a combined basis, week 31

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» ED WHITE: The ag sector

needs to keep chipping away at the market access issue. 8

MARKETS 6

» D’ARCE MCMILLAN: Weather » DURUM ACRES: Lots of variables make

durum acres hard to predict this year.

» SUPPLY-DEMAND: There were few

surprises in the latest USDA report.

and politics are driving crop markets at the moment. 8

» KELSEY JOHNSON: The

Ottawa bubble can often result in slow action. 10

» KEVIN HURSH: Consider

these new options for risk management. 11

FARM LIVING 17

» MICHAEL RAINE:

» URBAN SPRAWL: Growing Alberta cities »

are gobbling up prime farmland. 18 ON THE FARM: These Manitoba farmers keep the family in family farm. 19

» ANHYDROUS THREAT: New tank inspection »

» CLARE ROWSON: A high-

fibre diet can help prevent diverticulitis. 18

» JACKLIN ANDREWS:

PRODUCTION 50 rules threaten application this spring.

Governments need to help improve farmer luck. 11

PHOMA MACROSTOMA: A bio-herbicide hammers broadleaf weeds. 53

Impulsive behaviour can be controlled. 19

» BETTY ANN DEOBALD: This

week we answer readers’ recipe requests. 21

» NIKKI WIART: Showing the

reality of farming is as vital as the romance. 22

LIVESTOCK 76 What’s in your lunchbox: A farmer visits an elementary school as part of Ag in the Classroom. See page 17. | WILLIAM DEKAY PHOTO

» JAMIE ROTHENBURGER:

» HANDLING SHEEP: It’s important to know

» TERRY BETKER: Gross margin

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» HEAVY SNOW: Parts of the »

» HERD INCREASES: Canada’s cattle herd is

Prairies recently received a big dump of snow, but is it enough? 4 SOYBEAN ACRES: Farmers in Saskatchewan are expected to pull back on their soybean acres this year. 5

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government unveils a new strategy for tackling rural crime. 14 NAFTA WARNING: Stephen Harper warns that Canada could be a big loser if NAFTA fails. 33

Donkey tumours are different from those in horses. 79 efficiency benchmarks are important tools. 81

AGFINANCE 80

» LIKE TRUMP: U.S. farm optimism soars

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» CN CEO GONE: Chief executive officer Luc

Jobin has left Canadian National Railway.80

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STAND YOUR GROUND Montana is one of 25 states with laws that allow people to use lethal force to defend themselves if their safety is threatened BY ROBERT ARNASON BRANDON BUREAU

In Montana it’s legal to stand your ground when threatened by another person. The law in Montana, however, doesn’t give landowners and homeowners the right to shoot intruders and trespassers at will. Far from it. Any person in Montana who uses force to defend himself can use that force only if they or another person are at risk of physical harm. In 2009, Montana revised its existing self defense law, changing it so that a “person who is threatened with physical harm has no duty to retreat or summon law enforcement assistance prior to using force,” the Associated Press reported in 2014. Put simply, the law means a person in Montana can stand his ground and act in self-defence. Gary Marbut, an author of a book on Montana gun laws and the president of the Montana Shooting Sports Association, said there is some confusion around stand your ground laws, which are sometimes called the Castle Doctrine. They don’t just apply to someone’s house or property. “What’s generally called Castle Doctrine, in Montana it’s called defence of an occupied structure …. (but) we are not dependent upon that statute to be able to exercise that principle of self defense,” he said. “In Montana, we changed the law basically to say that a person may use force to defend themselves, anywhere that they legitimately are.” That means if people are in a public park, recreation centre or elsewhere, they can use lethal force to defend themselves if another person threatens to cause them serious bodily harm or kill them. Montana is one of 25 U.S. states with stand your ground legislation. The concept has been a topic of coffee shop talk in Western Canada recently, in part because of a fatal shooting near Biggar, Sask. Gerald Stanley, a farmer, shot

Clayton Boushie, a young First Nations man in August 2016, when Boushie was with a group of people trespassing on Stanley’s farm and apparently trying to steal an allterrain vehicle. Stanley confronted the group with a gun and fired off warning shots. A third shot fatally struck Boushie, who was in the driver’s seat of an SUV. Stanley said the gun went off accidentally, and a jury in North Battleford, Sask., found him innocent of second degree murder in February. The Stanley case, combined with the reality that it may take police 45 minutes or longer to respond to incidents in rural areas, has Canadian farmers wondering what they legally can and can’t do when confronting a threatening person on their land. Last March, the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities passed a resolution at its annual meeting urging SARM to lobby Canada’s federal justice department for changes that would give rural residents expanded “rights and justification” to defend themselves, their families and their properties. In Montana, there have been a couple of high profile cases where defendants used the stand your ground law to justify their actions. In 2012, Brice Harper, a resident of Kalispell, Mont., shot a man who entered his garage. The man was Daniel Fredenberg and Harper had an affair with Fredenberg’s wife. Fredenberg entered the garage to confront Harper and apparently charged at him. Harper shot Fredenberg three times, killing him. Flathead County attorney Ed Corrigan didn’t file charges in the case because of the Castle Doctrine law. Corrigan told NBC Montana that stand your ground is troubling because it shifts the burden of proof away from the person using lethal force. Under the law, a prosecutor must prove, beyond a reasonable doubt, that someone was not justified in using deadly force. CONTINUED ON PAGE 16

What Canadian law says about self-defence BY ROBERT ARNASON WINNIPEG BUREAU

AMERICAN STATES WITH STAND YOUR GROUND LAWS Full legislative adoption: • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Alabama Alaska Arizona Florida Georgia Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Michigan Mississippi Missouri Montana

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Nebraska New York New Jersey Rhode Island Wyoming

Stand your ground laws in the United States generate a lot of negative press, possibly because the phrase implies that people should become vigilantes rather than flee the scene and call the police. In Canada, though, the laws around self-defence are surprisingly similar to stand your ground legislation. “Generally, when it comes to your own home, there is no law that would suggest that you have to ‘retreat’ somewhere else when faced with someone breaking into your home,” said Michael Lacy, a lawyer and par tner at Brauti Thorning Zibarras LLP in Toronto who practises primarily in the area of criminal law. “The short answer … (is) that in many ways our Criminal Code selfdefence provisions are not that different from other self-defence provisions in other countries, including the ‘stand your ground’ type of self-defence provision in (places like) Montana.” The relevant legislation for selfdefence is Section 34 (1) of Canada’s Criminal Code, which says: “A person is not guilty of an offence if “(a) they believe on reasonable grounds that force is being used against them or another person or that a threat of force is being made against them or another person; “(b) the act that constitutes the offence is committed for the purpose of defending or protecting themselves or the other person from that use or threat of force; and “(c) the act committed is reasonable in the circumstances.” The word “reasonable” is key and depends on circumstances such as the nature of the threat, if someone is threatening to use a weapon, and the size, age and physical strength of the person making the threat. “The question, when it comes to defence of property, is whether it would be ‘reasonable’ in the circumstances to use deadly force to evict a trespasser or someone who is stealing your property. Most cases would suggest that it is not,” Lacy said. “On the other hand, if a person is on your property and you believe that they are there and represent a threat to either you or your family or to someone else, what might be ‘reasonable’ will be different and will be governed by 34(1).” robert.arnason@producer.com

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The recent heavy snowfall that blanketed parts of the Prairies didn’t stop Arden Johnson from loading barley into a semi truck from a grain bag for L.A. Grant Enterprises, a farm near Aylesbury, Sask. | MICKEY WATKINS PHOTO

Recent snowfall not enough relief from dangerous dryness, say weather experts BY ROBERT ARNASON WINNIPEG BUREAU

Thanks to a late winter snowstorm, the equivalent of 25 to 40 mm of precipitation fell on eastern Saskatchewan in early March. The moisture was a welcome relief for farmers in the region, who had rock hard soil last fall and were worried about seeding into parched fields this spring. Unfor tunately, the 25 to 50 centimetres of snow that fell on eastern Saskatchewan and southern Manitoba won’t fix the severely dry subsoils in certain parts of the Prairies. South-central Saskatchewan could still be dangerously dry this spring. “ The Regina, Mo ose Jaw, Weyburn and Indian Head (region) is still the hot spot,” said Trevor Hadwen, agroclimate specialist with Agriculture Canada. “They (had) the highest (moisture) deficits from last year and have not rebounded very well.” In November, Hadwen and his colleagues with Agriculture Canada’s Drought Monitor said the region around Regina was in a D3 drought. Agriculture Canada ranks droughts D1, D2, D3, D4, representing moderate drought, severe, extreme and exceptional. The region around Regina needed above average snowfall and rain this winter to compensate for the shortage of moisture in the subsoil. However, that hasn’t happened. Most of Saskatchewan received 85 to 115 percent of normal precipitation from Nov. 1 to March 12. Parts of southeastern Saskatchewan have received 60 to 85 percent of the moisture in a typical winter. “On top of the drought and dry conditions going into the winter, we have just received normal (precipitation),” Hadwen said from his

Regina office. “So nothing that’s going to make up for the deficits we had last year…. We’re not replacing a lot of the moisture lost last year.” Soils in Saskatchewan were desperately short on moisture last fall because of the dearth of rain in the spring and summer of 2017. Regina, for instance, received 1.8 mm of rain in July, the second lowest amount on record. Other areas of Western Canada weren’t as dry, but many regions were short on rain last summer: • From April 1 to Oct. 31, most of the agricultural land on the Prairies received 60 to 85 percent of normal precipitation. • The region around Regina and south to the U.S. border received 40 to 60 percent of the normal moisture for that period. That dryness persisted this winter in Manitoba. Including the March snowstorm, 40 to 85 percent of the typical amount of rain and snow fell on southern Manitoba from Nov. 1 to March 10. While spring rains are still needed to recharge subsoil moisture, the March storm was definitely helpful. “It’s like that typical thought: if you can get a March snowstorm it might be worth more than a lot of the precipitation we get in January and February and December,” said Bruce Burnett, Glacier MarketsFarm’s director of weather and markets information. “It doesn’t change that subsoil situation a lot, but it does improve our ability to get onto the fields and plant into moisture this year. It’s good. It’s a lot better than we were…. (But) the need for timely rains, in the drought impacted areas, still is there.” If there is a slow melt this spring, the majority of the snowpack should infiltrate into the ground

GRAIN MOVEMENT STILL SLOW » CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Performance to date has led to pressure from farmers and opposition members for the government to use tools such as an order in council to get grain moving. Several organizations called the situation a disaster and asked for a plan from government by the time it returns March 19 from a two-week break. Transport Minister Marc Garneau and Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay responded last week with an imperative to improve service. “While the situation is not as dire as it was in 2013-2014, railway performance has been disappointing,” they wrote in a March 6 letter to both railways. “To these ends, we are requesting that you provide the following information: 1. A clear description of how your companies intend to mitigate the immediate backlog in the coming weeks; and 2. Your plans for maintaining fluidity for the remainder of the current crop season once the backlog is clear.”

The railways are to post their plans on their websites by March 15. The ministers also reminded the companies that they should be positioning themselves to respond to new requirements in Bill C-49, the Transportation Modernization Act, which the Senate is still debating. The legislation will require the railways to publish a report on their ability to move the year’s crop before each crop year and a winter contingency plan by Oct. 1. Both companies replied immediately with media statements. CN interim president JeanJacques Ruest, who took over after Luc Jobin left abruptly March 5, apologized to grain customers. “The entire CN team has a sense of urgency and is fully focused on getting it right for farmers and our grain customers, regaining the confidence of Canadian businesses and protecting Canada’s reputation as a stable trade partner in world markets,” Ruest said. The company is offering incentives to employees to postpone vacations and delay retirements,

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because topsoil in much of southern Manitoba and Saskatchewan was dry going into the winter. That’s good for agricultural soils, but farmers also need water for livestock. “We’re not seeing a whole lot of runoff potential (this spring),” Hadwen said, noting the forecast sug-

gests there will be a gradual melt. “Which is great for this year’s crop development but it doesn’t solve the issue with water supplies. For those producers that rely on their dugouts … that’s the bigger issue right now.”

deploying extra trains and adding crews in Western Canada. CN said it continues to add conductors; it hired 250 in the last quarter of 2017, 400 in the first quarter of 2018 and another 375 in the second quarter. It also leased 130 locomotives. CP, which operates a Dedicated Train Program for grain, said it has hired 550 staff and is adding 100 locomotives. The program has 15 percent more subscribers this year, the company said. “DTP cycle times were on target and generally things along CP’s network were moving well prior to February,” CP said. However, heavy snow in B.C. and colder weather hindered its progress after that. “We are optimistic that with the weather turning in our favour, our singular focus on delivering safely for the supply chain, and the reopening of the Port of Thunder Bay, that we are on the road to recovery,” said chief executive officer Keith Creel. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe discussed the issue during their first face-to-face meeting in

Regina last week. Public Safety Minister Ralph Goodale from Saskatchewan was also in the meeting. He would not commit to an order in council, saying the government is putting pressure on the railways. “The ministers have made it very clear that the kind of shortfall and backlog that developed over the last couple of months is not acceptable,” he told reporters. “There needs to be a plan to address the immediate problem in the system and then a plan right now that looks ahead for the next year to make sure that the problem doesn’t happen again. “And you’ve already seen some of the corporate consequences in the boardrooms. When would have been the last time that a CEO of a railway was sanctioned to the point of losing their job because they weren’t delivering on grain movement and the movement of other commodities as well? That’s a very strong message.” Moe said he encouraged the prime minister to consider orders in council if the railways can’t respond in short order. He said he also spoke to Ruest.

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MOST & LEAST Top 10 Canadian weather reporting stations with the most snowfall from Feb. 25 to March 11 (mm of water equivalent precipitation): • Estevan, Sask. 99.0 • Lennard Island, B.C. 97.4 • Miramichi, N.B. 97.2 • Ucluelet, B.C. 92.4 • Nootka, B.C. 88.4 • O’Donnells, N.L. 87.8 • Sunny Corner, N.B. 87.5 • Cape Beale, B.C. 87.5 • Charlevoix, Que. 85.1 • Hope Slide, B.C. 83.9 Top 10 Canadian weather reporting stations with the least snowfall from Feb. 25 to March 11 (mm of water equivalent precipitation): • Churchill, Man. 0.0 • Rock River, Yuk. 0.0 • Upsala, Ont. 0.0 • Attawapiskat, Ont. 0.0 • Pelly Island, Inuvik 0.0 • Thunder Bay, Ont. 0.0 • O’Connor, Ont. 0.2 • Paulatuk, N.W.T. 0.2 • Churchill Falls, N.L. 0.2 • Norway House, Man. 0.2 Source: Environment Canada

“I encouraged him to ensure that they are able to not just get up to volumes but be able to very quickly alleviate the backlog that we have here in Saskatchewan,” Moe said. Meanwhile, the House of Commons agriculture committee met last week for an emergency meeting to discuss the problem. Members agreed to hold a four-hour, televised meeting March 19 to hear from witnesses. The Liberal majority voted down a motion to require Garneau and MacAulay to appear. NDP MP Ruth Ellen Brosseau, who was on the committee during the 2013-14 backlog that finally led to an order in council mandating minimum volumes and extended interswitching, said she still wants the grain portion taken out of the omnibus Bill C-49. Motions to that effect during previous debate were voted down. “When we get back to the House I’m going to go forward with a unanimous consent motion to ask the Senate to carve out the grain piece and get that moving along as quickly as possible,” she told the meeting. karen.briere@producer.com

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Soybean seed sales slump in Saskatchewan Dry soil last fall and a lack of snow this winter have farmers thinking twice about the crop BY ROBERT ARNASON WINNIPEG BUREAU

A year after soybean acres in Saskatchewan made massive gains, they are likely to drop this spring. The question is how much? Rob Stone, who far ms near Davidson, Sask., thinks soybean a re a c o u l d d e c l i n e by a b o u t 200,000 acres. That would put the provincial t o t a l a t a b o u t 6 0 0 , 0 0 0 a c re s because Saskatchewan farmers seeded 850,000 acres in 2017. Stone’s estimate is based on seed sales and conversations with fellow soybean growers. “I would say our orders are down, as far as volume of soybean seed in this area,” said Stone, a seed sales representative for DuPont Pioneer. A soybean seed rep for another company, who didn’t want to be identified, had a similar message. Sales in

Saskatchewan have been slow this winter because soil conditions were very dry in autumn and there was little snowfall until early March. Consequently, growers are reluctant to spend big dollars on soybean seed and plant that seed into arid soil. The larger factor is likely poor yields in 2017. Saskatchewan Agriculture estimated the average soybean yield in the province at 18 bushels per acre. Statistics Canada was more generous, pegging it at 24 bu. per acre. On Stone’s farm, the yield on 300 acres didn’t reach 20 bu. It was 19.7 bu. per acre. “(The) soybeans got off to a good start. The plant counts were there, everything was good (and) they were flowering well … (but) we ended up with very small seed,” Stone said. Soybeans need moisture in late July and August for pod fill, but rain

never arrived for most soybean fields in the province. “Seed size was certainly a large factor (in poor yields)…. They were BBs instead of bullets.” A percentage of Stone’s customers will take a break from soybeans this year and others may cut back their acres. “I can sense the nervousness of people right now because of the extremity (of conditions) last year.” Soybean yields were also disappointing in northeastern Saskatchewan, but it seems like growers are willing to give beans another chance. Growers jumped into soybeans in the spring of 2017 because trials and experimental acres in 2016 showed promising yields in the high 30s and low 40s bu. per acre. But yields for first-time growers failed to reach those levels in the fall of 2017. Kris Mayerle, who owns and

o p e rate s G re e n l e a f S e e d s i n Tisdale, said yields were 22 to 28 bu. per acre. That’s well below Manitoba yields of 35 to 40 bu. per acre. Regardless, many growers in the area are sticking with soybeans. “Many of these guys are definitely going to grow some beans again,” Mayerle said. “Last year was the first year growing them for a lot of guys in the area. They’ve just said, ‘I’m going to give them another try. It was a one-year deal. It’s not always going to be that dry in July and August.’ ” One persistent challenge in the region is that SCIC, the provincial crop insurer, doesn’t provide coverage for soybeans in northeastern Saskatchewan. An S CIC map shows that the insurer provides coverage in two zones : one in southeastern Saskatchewan and another in central Saskatchewan.

More details are available at www. saskcropinsurance.com/resources/maps/soybeans-map/. There is no insurance in the northeast or the southwest. Mayerle said some growers around Tisdale are holding off on beans until insurance is available. “I’ll sell some soybean seed here,” he said. “I see some of the same guys buying seed and they’re going to try it again. But I’m not seeing a whole rush of new guys.” In other parts of Saskatchewan, where farmers grow pulse crops, acres of lentils and peas are expected to drop because of weaker prices. Growers in those regions may try soybeans again because prices are relatively strong. In early March, futures prices in Chicago for new crop beans were about US $10.30 per bu.

enriching conditions, said Warren Preston, deputy chief economist at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The department’s seers are forecasting 2018 prices (in U.S. dollar terms) to be only slightly better for wheat and corn and slightly weaker for soybeans. That makes for another lean year for U.S. farmers and a weak one for Canadians whose crops and livestock are based off U.S. prices. American net farm income is only half of what it was in 2013, and Canada’s shield of a weaker loonie has been falling apart recently. Heavy stocks of all major crops kill off most chances for any substantial rally, unless a disaster strikes somewhere. “We are not expecting to see that bump up in any significant way,” Preston said of long-term crop returns, in the dry phrasing of the economist. While margin pressure has been greater in the U.S. than Canada, its impact can be seen in Canada too, said David Dzisiak of Dow AgroSciences and chair of the canola council. There are lots of mergers and acquisitions occurring in Canadian and world agriculture, and that’s

usually a symptom of weak returns for most companies. It’s also the source of much of the pressure on the CCC, which has seen one major grain company quit and others complaining about the council’s spending and priorities. “There are a lot of sectors that are under a lot of margin pressure,” said Dzisiak in an interview. “They’re not as profitable as they once were.” There was no feeling of euphoria at the convention, even though farmers produced a big canola crop, appear to be on target for the lofty 2025 production goal of 26 million tonnes and are still making decent money with the crop. Clubroot wasn’t a topic discussed during the official sessions, but it’s what farmers turned to when chatting about their concerns.

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UNDER A CLOUD » CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 “Economic uncertainty is the new normal for us.” Ambrose pushed back against notions that Trump’s protectionism was fated to fade away simply because it is heresy to economists and the mainstream of the Republican party. Trump has held his views for many years and has packed his administration with committed protectionists. “These guys believe this,” she said of Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross and U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer. And it doesn’t matter whether or not protectionism actually undermines the U.S. economy overall because Trump’s populist appeal grows if he can appear to bully foreign companies into building facilities in the U.S., as Bombardier is now doing. And if Trump can coerce some investors to build in the U.S., his protectionist approach also causes investors to shy away from tradedependent nations like Canada. “Comparatively speaking, they

come out on top,” said Ambrose. The challenge of consumers’ escalating and contradictor y demands was explained by Kristie Sigler, a Shulich School of Business professor and researcher, revealing a marketplace that is breaking into thin shards of preferences in product attributes, claims, styles, communication and delivery. “This next generation is not going to buy Miracle Whip,” said Sigler, noting the threat to long-time consumer staples and approaches that are failing in the face of millennial and generation Z sensitivities. Terms such as “organic,” “sustainable” and “natural” have become mainstream, while low-carb, gluten-free and non-GMO are commonly sought and advertised. “Clean” labelling has recently evolved out of “clear” labelling, adding further demands and complexities to food companies trying to produce products and farmers trying to supply ingredients for t h o s e p ro d u c t s. C o n s u m e r s demand many things to be “freefrom,” as well as few ingredients

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and no chemical-sounding names. Yet at the same time consumers tell surveyors that they are not willing to compromise on taste or eating experience and are still highly focused on the price of food. And while consumers appear to be demanding organic food and freerange food, and food companies have made lofty promises to supply them, there don’t appear to be nearly enough organic farmers to supply the materials to meet the promises. The retail structure has also been shattered, with the big-box revolution being now compounded by the online revolution, with Amazon’s recent purchase of Whole Foods a sign of intensifying disruption, as is the growth of convenience stores from minor players into major players. All of these changes push back demands to the farm level, and how they all balance out in the end is hard to predict, Sigler said. In an era of rising prices, the escalating trade tensions and consumer market demands might be less vexing for farmers, but that isn’t what farmers are dealing with. Nor are farmers likely in the medium term to see much more

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Marketing plans need adjusting: ag economist BY SEAN PRATT SASKATOON NEWSROOM

Sheets of pasta come off the production line at AGT Food and Ingredient’s durum and pasta processing plant in Mersin, Turkey. The sheets will later be sliced into spaghetti noodles, packaged and sold around the world under the Arbella brand. The Mersin plant imports Canadian durum. | SEAN PRATT PHOTO

Durum acres hard to predict Part of the problem is lacklustre demand from the Mediterranean Basin and North Africa BY SEAN PRATT SASKATOON NEWSROOM

Predicting durum acres is a more difficult task than usual this year, say analysts. “There’s a few more variables at play,” said Jim Peterson, marketing director with the North Dakota Wheat Commission. Lingering drought in the prime durum growing regions, Italy’s country-of-origin-labelling and India’s pulse crop tariffs are making forecasting more challenging. Peterson’s best guess is that durum acres will be flat to 10 percent below last year’s levels in the United States. Bruce Burnett, director of markets and weather with Glacier MarketsFarm, thinks Canadian acres will be up two to three percent. “Originally I thought it was going to be a lot more,” he said. Burnett initially felt durum would pick up a lot of pulse acres. Agriculture Canada is forecasting a two million acre decline in peas and lentils, the result of India’s punitive import duties on those crops. However, durum prices have been stagnant due to lacklustre demand from North Africa and

the Mediterranean Basin, and that doesn’t entice growers to plant more of the crop. It had been a dry winter growing season in that region of the world but recent rains have improved crop prospects and that is giving buyers pause. The U.S. Department of Agriculture said heavy rainfall ranging from 30 to 100 millimetres during the Feb. 25 to March 3 period has boosted the fortunes of Morocco’s winter grain crops. “Winter grain prospects in Morocco have rebounded considerably from historic autumn drought, and conditions for wheat and barley are currently good to excellent in most of the country,” the USDA said in its Weekly Weather and Crop Bulletin. Recent rain also benefited crops in western Algeria and Tunisia as well as Italy, Spain, France and Greece. “We’re not going to see a huge increase in demand from this region,” said Burnett. Italy’s new country-of-originlabelling law on pasta made from imported durum is having a profound impact on exports to what used to be Canada’s top market. Sales to Italy for the first six months of the 2017-18 crop year

were 283,300 tonnes, which is 39 percent below the same period a year ago, according to Canadian Grain Commission data. However, what Canada has lost in sales to Italy it has more than made up for in increased exports to the United States, and that isn’t sitting well with American durum growers. “The level of imports coming in is certainly causing some frustration and concern amongst growers,” said Peterson. Canada sent 277,600 tonnes of durum south of the border during the first six months of the crop year, a 300 percent increase over the same period last year. Peterson said U.S. millers are clamouring for Canadian product because it is cheaper and of outstanding quality this year compared to U.S. product, which is having problems achieving hard vitreous kernels thresholds. Another contributing factor was that the drought hit the U.S. durum growing region earlier than it did in Canada, which means Canadian growers were more willing to forward sell their durum in August and September than their American counterparts. Peterson believes durum will

lose ground to spring wheat in North Dakota. Earlier this winter he was forecasting as much as a 10 percent increase in spring wheat plantings in the state but now thinks it will be closer to five percent. He t h i n k s d u r u m a c re s i n northwestern North Dakota will be unchanged to down five percent, while plantings in the southwest could fall 10 to 15 percent because of frustrations over grading factors. Some industry officials think durum plantings will be up in northeastern Montana because there are fewer crop options such as soybeans and canola. However, Peterson doesn’t buy that because there were record plantings in the state last year. Burnett said U.S. durum acres might not drop as much as some people think because durum crop insurance prices are at a healthy premium to spr ing wheat. Both analysts say a lot still hinges on how the winter crops in Europe and North Africa turn out. “I’m still optimistic we’ll catch some kind of rally here before planting,” said Peterson. sean.pratt@producer.com

ANAHEIM, Calif. — Only a few hands went up when James Mintert asked a room full of farmers if they updated their marketing plans throughout the year. “That can help you tremendously in your marketing plan and yet it’s something a lot of us don’t do,” said the professor of agricultural economics at Purdue University. “If you’re not updating your financial plan throughout the year, you’re making a mistake.” Plans should be revised monthly, or at a minimum quarterly, with updated yield and price estimates. He suggested putting a reminder on the calendar. Mintert recalled what a big difference he saw in marketing plans between the first week of March 2016 and the third week of June 2016 due to price increases. “Revenues and projections that looked virtually unattainable in March all of the sudden in June looked very, very feasible,” he told farmers attending the 2018 Commodity Classic. David Widmar, senior research associate at Purdue University, warned growers not to plug unrealistic yields into their marketing plans. He noted that soybean yields last year were four bushels per acre above trend line yields and the highest in more than 50 years of data. Corn yields were the second best. Widmar has never seen a fiveyear run of above-trend yields like this. If there is a return to average yields, farmers will have to see higher prices to break even in 2018. Mintert does not think that is in the cards. The theme the last few years has been tough and challenging times and he doesn’t think that will change in 2018. He said interest rates are still at historically low levels, so he advised farmers to finance debt for as long as possible and to make the smallest down-payments to preserve their working capital. “Keep that cash available because we’re not forecasting a rosy scenario here,” said Mintert. Jason Henderson, associate dean of agriculture at Purdue University, said one thing that will likely be different in 2018 is more market volatility after a couple of years of tranquility. “It’s back,” he said. That is because money is starting to move around. Part of that is because the U.S. Federal Reserve is starting to shrink its $4.5 trillion balance sheet. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

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U.S. ethanol-gasoline blending under fire Senator says system hurts oil sector and asks president to cap renewable fuel credits at a fraction of their current value BY SEAN PRATT SASKATOON NEWSROOM

ANAHEIM, Calif. — Ethanol is once again under attack in the United States, threatening corn and other grain prices. Texas Senator Ted Cruz and the oil industry have asked U.S. President Donald Trump to cap renewable fuel credits at 10 cents per gallon, which is a fraction of their current value. Credits can be bought by oil refiners who did not invest in ethanol blending equipment from those who did in order to comply with the U.S. Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS). Refiners complain that the credits, which are called RINs, have become so expensive it is putting them out of business. Cruz recently attended a rally at a bankrupt refinery in Philadelphia that blamed the high cost of RINs and the RFS in general for its demise. He also held up for months the appointment of Iowa Agriculture Secretary Bill Northey as the U.S. Depar tment of Agr iculture’s undersecretary for farm product i o n a n d c o n s e r v at i o n i n a n attempt to get the RFS reforms he is seeking. Kevin Skunes, president of the National Corn Growers Association, a group that represents

» CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS PAGE Meanwhile, foreign investors who injected $8 trillion into the U.S. economy in 2016 are starting to take some of that money out. Henderson said money is increasingly going to be flowing in and out of markets, including agriculture markets, which could lead to temporary bull runs. “I’m not saying we’re going to see $7 corn. Don’t take it that far,” he said. Foreign money moving out of the U.S. puts downward pressure on

300,000 corn growers, said maintaining the RFS is the association’s top priority. “Our farmers cannot afford any deal that undermines demand for ethanol,” he told reporters gathered at the 2018 Commodity Classic. The U.S. ethanol industry consumes about one-third of total U.S. corn supply annually. Skunes said studies by Purdue University and Iowa State University show that placing a cap on RINs would reduce overall biofuel blending, halt investment in higher blend infrastructure and drive some ethanol plants out of business. The Iowa State study concludes it would reduce ethanol demand by 2.8 billion litres in 2018 and lead to a 25 cents per bushel drop in corn prices. Skunes said the oil industry proposal would cost farmers $4 billion per year for the next two years. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has concluded that RIN values are not causing economic harm to refiners. Skunes said the bankruptcy of Philadelphia Energy Solutions Inc. had nothing to do with the high cost of RINs. In the meantime, a new bill from two Democrats wants to change the RFS to reduce incentives for corn-based ethanol in favour of

the U.S. dollar. It is already down 10 percent from its highs, which makes U.S. agricultural exports more affordable. Henderson said a weaker dollar can lead to higher inflation and higher interest rates. He also noted that there has been surprising strength in the economies of the U.S. and European Union and that should spill over into developing countries, so demand prospects are improving. sean.pratt@producer.com

A farmer-owned ethanol plant in Nevada, Iowa, takes in 50,000 bushels of local corn every day. It relies on the RFS to ensure that ethanol finds its way into gasoline across the United States. | MICHAEL RAINE PHOTO

second generation ethanol made from waste material. Skunes issued a statement saying the bill ignores new science showing the environmental benefits of crop-based ethanol. A study by the USDA shows corn ethanol results in 43 percent fewer greenhouse gas emissions compared to gasoline. “(The bill) would have cata-

strophic consequences for our nation’s economy, our energy security and family farmers,” he said. Sonny Perdue, U.S. secretary of agriculture, told farmers attending the conference that they have a powerful ally in Washington. “I can tell you very unequivocally President Trump stands with corn

farmers and he stands with biofuel farmers and he stands for the RFS,” he said. Trump recently hosted a meeting with leaders of the ethanol and oil industries trying to broker a deal on the RFS. He was pushing for a deal that would give the oil industry the RIN cap it wants in exchange for allowing year-round sales of E15 ethanol. Perdue has come under fire for his lack of support for the RFS but he said that criticism is misguided. “I have not and will not support any policies in this country that diminish demand, undermine the RFS and are harmful to our agricultural producers,” he said. However, he later told reporters that farm groups are sometimes too consumed with protecting the RFS rather than building demand in other ways because he pointed out that the mandates only go out to 2022. “We ought to be smart in agriculture, understanding how we can build for the future rather than depending on one law that will expire,” said Perdue. His priority in that regard is to eliminate the Reid Vapor Pressure (RVP) volatility waiver that prevents the sale of E15 blends of gasoline during the summer months in certain areas of the country. sean.pratt@producer.com

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Few surprises in supply-demand report BY MICHAEL RAINE SASKATOON NEWSROOM

Canola fell on news that American soybeans are in ample supply and Brazil’s crop looms large. The United States Department of Agriculture World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates for March held few surprises for the market. Corn was the winner for the day, with nearby futures prices on Chicago rising to match last July’s high point for the year. May’s Chicago Board of Trade corn contract finished the day, March 9, up seven cents to settle at US$3.93 per bushel. Wheat, however, failed to jump on the cereal bandwagon, with global and American supplies remaining high while corn supplies are relatively low. In the southern U.S. Plains, winter

wheat is coming out of dormancy. No rain is in the forecast to greet most of those plants, but Nebraska and Colorado fields could see some moisture. Bruce Burnett of Glacier MarketsFarm, a Glacier FarmMedia company that also owns The Western Producer, said the rain will not likely affect wheat fundamentals. The global situation remains bearish, with North American supplies likely to decline due to the drought. The current forecast from WeatherFarm, also a Glacier FarmMedia business, is for 640 million bushels of hard red winter wheat production, down 110 million bu. from last year. Record small, planted acreage and drought are expected to pull down 2018 ending stocks in the CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

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Market access continuing problem for canola industry HEDGE ROW

ED WHITE

armers like to have excuses to head down south to warmer climes in the winter. Heck, almost all Canadians do. That’s the driving force behind holding all sorts of North American winter agriculture conferences in resort locations in the southern third of the United States every year, including that of the Canola Council of Canada, which I just covered in Palm Springs, California, last week. Of course, the canola council had a good excuse for holding their conference in California: it’s a big canola meal consumer. OK , nobody really buys this excuse, but I suppose you’ve got to have one because some people are going to complain about not holding it somewhere like Yorkton, Sask.

However, it’s a better excuse than you might think, especially in these times of intense trade tension — getting your body and brain out of Western Canada to focus on world market issues makes a lot of sense. The Prairies are a big but isolated place in a world market that appears to be getting less and less friendly these days. There’s a cold wind blowing through international trade right now, with U.S. President Donald Trump threatening to break Canada’s access to its market for various products. That could hit agriculture sometime, and the uncertainty his unpredictable belligerence creates is its own weapon because it makes farmers and others up here reluctant to invest in their operations if they rely on the U.S. market. Canada has a free trade deal with the European Union, but we’re not hearing a lot about it. That’s probably because doing agriculturerelated business with Fortress Europe is technically easier than it was before the deal, but few truly expect much to change with the protectionist bloc. China’s always a vexatious place to do business, and we saw that in

The world market for prairie commodities such as canola is getting less friendly these days. | FILE PHOTO the past year, where it appeared to take intervention by the prime minister to get Canadian canola treated somewhat more equitably by the Chinese government.

Canada is utterly reliant on world markets, and that means relying upon hundreds of markets, any of which could blow up at any time. There’s really only one response,

and that’s to diligently chip away at access problems all over the world. Canada’s new crop missions do that every fall, hitting all our most significant markets and keeping customers informed and (hopefully) happy with what they’re getting from Canadian farmers. The canola council does the same with canola specific opportunities and issues, especially right now in China and the U.S. Midwest, where canola meal might find much bigger markets. The mood at the canola council convention was subdued compared to some years with headwinds seeming to hit the industry — and the organization itself — and challenging its recent meteoric rise. However, that’s when marketing edges pay off, in the bad times, when markets are glutted and trade barriers are beginning to spring up. It w a s s u n n y d ow n i n Pa l m Springs, but the mood in world markets is more like a lingering Canadian winter, and it’s good to think about those trying to find some warmth out there in a not always friendly world market. ed.white@producer.com

Weather and politics driving crop markets at the moment MARKET WATCH

D’ARCE McMILLAN

rgentina’s drought, dry soil in the American southern hard winder wheat zone, U.S. President Donald Trump’s tough trade talk and a mostly welcome dump of snow in the eastern Prairies dominated the market news. The U.S. Department of Agriculture updated its monthly supply and demand report last week, slashing Argentina’s soybean crop by seven million tonnes, pegging it at 47 million tonnes. However, it is still behind local Argentina forecasts that put the crop at 40 to 45 million tonnes. Last year the country produced 57.8 million tonnes. Oilseed futures pr ices rose

» CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS PAGE U.S., but not enough to push prices upward. The inventory will likely be less than the one billion bu. out there now, but too high for meaningful improvement. “The lower stocks should provide some price support, but … large international supplies will keep price increases moderate. The wheat market needs another problem area to develop in the coming months in order to sustain higher prices,” said Burnett in his Markets-Insights newsletter on March 12. USDA put American corn ending

through February on the support of the Argentine drought. However, it was a case of buy the rumour, sell the fact as soybean futures fell following the USDA report. The USDA numbers show that it thinks Brazil, with its record supply, will fill in for Argentina’s shortfall in soybeans. The USDA trimmed its forecast for U.S. soybean exports and raised its year end stocks outlook. Adding to the negative tone was the fact the trade is uneasy about Trump raising tariffs on steel and aluminium. While Canada and Mexico received temporary exemption, the main focus remains on China’s metal exports, and it could respond by taking an increased liking of Brazilian soybeans over American product. It was a different story in corn. The USDA trimmed Argentina’s corn crop but said the gap in the world market would likely be filled by American exports rather than Brazilian. American corn exports have been picking up recently, but they will have to be very aggressive in the second half of the marketing year to match the USDA’s export

target of 56.5 million tonnes. The larger export number and a boost in the expectation for corn demand from ethanol makers resulted in the USDA lowering its year end U.S. corn stocks number to about 54 million tonnes, down from 59.75 million the previous month. It would also be tighter than last year’s year end stocks of 58.25 million tonnes. That was the most price-supportive news in the corn market for some time. The market will closely watch the weekly USDA export numbers to see if reality matches the USDA’s optimistic export forecast. Of course the USDA report was not so good for wheat prices. U.S. wheat prices rallied into early March on the drought and poor crop conditions in Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas. However, the higher price makes U.S. wheat less competitive on world markets, and so the USDA reduced its outlook for American wheat exports and increased the forecast for year end stocks to 28.15 million tonnes, up 680,000 tonnes from the previous month and up about two million

from the December report. So while there is potential for a drought-reduced hard red winter wheat crop, the larger carry-in lessens the effect on total 2018-19 supply. The wheat market is a hard one to call. If it remains dry in the southern U.S. Plains over the next few weeks as the long-term forecasts predict, the talk about damaged yield potential and abandoning winter wheat acres will increase. There could be another futures rally. However, rallies in the wheat market tend to be short lived as traders soon shift attention to the potential for big crops again in the Black Sea region, Europe and elsewhere. However, it is worth noting that although the wheat crop in Ukraine and Russia looks like it has come through the winter in mostly good condition, AccuWeather’s spring forecast raises the possibility of drought concerns in Russia’s Black Sea growing region and in eastern Ukraine. Closer to home, the storm that dumped a lot of snow on eastern

Saskatchewan and Manitoba was mostly welcome, given the dearth of precipitation this winter. However, the crop grows mostly on rain during the growing season, so we’ll have to see how April and May showers develop. Canola futures have rallied along with the wider oilseed scene, even as rail problems hurt exports. From week 25 to week 30 of the crop year Canadian port terminals received 788,600 tonnes of canola, only 58 percent of what they received in the same period last year. The performance was only slightly better than the dismal 761,600 tonnes delivered in the same six weeks in 2014. If the rail system can’t make up the lost ground once the weather improves, it will result in reduced exports and increased carry-out. If you couple that with the potential for increased canola seeded acreage this spring, the recent gains seen in canola prices could be scaled back.

stocks at 2.13 billion bu., down from 2.35 billion last month and that put some tiger in the tank. Increased ethanol distilling helped pull the corn inventory down, along with brisk export sales. Soybean supplies from South America were mixed, with the WASDE report showing heat and drought in Argentina were taking a toll, dropping production by about seven million tonnes. That country’s corn crop is also expected to yield less as a result, putting up three million tonnes less than last season. Brazil remains the spoiler when it comes to global price and supply, with USDA projecting that crop will

rise by one million tonnes and its exports to be another half million on top of that. Soybeans first fell back and then recovered on the CBOT March contract, coming in a penny higher than it started the day. Canola is off its recent highs, having been on a good uphill run for more than a month. It finished Winnipeg at the end of last week at C$530.50. March 9, ahead of the USDA report, it tumbled to $521.50 before recovering to $522.20. U SDA boosted its U.S. corn export forecast for the current season by 175 million bu. to 2.25 billion and pushed its projected corn flowing into ethanol to 5.58 billion

bu. from 5.53 billion bu. American soybean ending stocks are estimated to be 25 million bu. higher at 555 million bu. compared to last month’s forecast,. Wheat inventories in the U.S. rose to 1.034 billion bu. from 1.009 billion, while the USDA projected slightly smaller exports due to high domestic prices and a relatively strong dollar. American analysts suggest the corn rally might not last for long and weather will control prices. Farm Futures senior grain market analyst Bryce Knorr said following the release of the monthly report that it contained a few small surprises.

“USDA’s reduction of corn carryout was more than I expected, though the agency’s forecasts of exports and usage are in line with my own,” Knorr said. “I didn’t expect such a large reduction this quickly because feed usage is still a question mark. Higher prices could trim corn usage in rations, especially with more sorghum likely available. But feed usage changes won’t be worked into the supply and demand table until April, following release of quarterly grain stocks March 30,” he said in a Far m Futures report March 8.

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Bob Fraserâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cattle have skyward distractions from their hay-feeding with hot air balloons rising behind them and ducks taking off all around them from a field south of High River, Alta., March 10. | MIKE STURK PHOTO

CANFAX REPORT US INTEREST ON FATS Alberta fed cattle prices have been at a premium to the United States for 14 consecutive weeks, but some American buyer interest picked up during the past week. More than 36,400 fed cattle have headed south so far, but this is down 13 percent from the previous year. At prices comparable with western Canadian packer bids-sales, U.S. packer bids were reported from US$215-$216 per hundredweight, working back to the mid $160s on a live basis f.o.b. the feedlot. Flat bids with no weight breaks were being negotiated with western Canadian packers because some producers were indicating a small percentage of their cattle would have carcass weights of more than 1,000 pounds. Packers were willing to bid with no weight breaks, but there has been a few times where discounts for cattle older than 30 months have increased. Domestic slaughter is up seven percent over last year this time with about 348,000 head processed. Domestic beef production is also

up seven percent. Total cattle sold on a carcass basis was 85 percent of the total kill. Average dressing percentage was 60 percent, and more than 68 percent graded AAA.

SLAUGHTER COWS TRENDING UP Slaughter cow prices were slightly higher this week and good demand was observed on a moderate offering. Dressed bids firmed to around C$175-$180 per cwt. delivered, while butcher bulls averaged $102.22 per cwt. Butcher bulls were up $2 to average $102.22 per cwt. Last week, D1,2 cows in Alberta traded at $82-$95 per cwt. for an average of $88 per cwt. Ontario cows were $68-$79.45 per cwt. to average $74.20. Western Canadian non-fed slaughter for the week ending March 3 was 18 percent larger than the previous week at 8,508 head. Spring demand is expected to be good. Canadian non-fed exports to the U.S. as of Feb. 24 was slightly more than 2,340 head, which is down 44 percent from last year.

WP LIVESTOCK REPORT HOGS The U.S. national live price average for barrows and gilts was US$48.92 per cwt. March 9, down from $49.25 March 2. U.S. hogs averaged $61.38 on a carcass basis March 9, down from $62.29 March 2. The U.S. pork cutout was $73.43 per cwt. March 9, down from $78.11 March 2. T h e e s t i m a t e d U. S. w e e k l y slaughter to March 10 was 2.410 million, down from 2.417 million the previous week. Slaughter was 2.318 million last year at the same time. In Canada, the March 10 Signature Five price was C$152.85 per 100 kilograms, up from $151.91 the previous week. On a per hundredweight basis, the price was $69.33, up from $68.91.

BISON UP The Canadian Bison Association said Grade A bulls in the desirable weight range sold at prices up to C$6.25 per pound hot-hanging weight. U.S. buyers are offering US$4.60 or more with returns dependent on exchange rates, quality and export costs.

Grade A heifers sold up to C$66.20. U.S. buyers are offering US$4.40. Animals outside the desirable buyer specifications may be discounted.

LAMBS Ontario Stockyards Inc. reported 562 sheep and lambs and 43 goats sold March 5. All classes of light lambs sold steady to stronger. Heavy type lambs sold $5-$10 cwt. higher. Sheep and goats sold steady. Beaver Hill Auction in Tofield, Alta., reported 654 sheep and 88 goats sold March 5. Wool lambs lighter than 54 lb. were $232-260 per cwt., 55-69 lb. were $240-$260, 70-85 lb. were $232-$255, 86-105 lb. were $195$235 and 106 lb. and heavier were $175-$200. Wool rams were $100-$122 per cwt. Cull ewes were $100-$139. Hair lambs lighter than 54 lb. were $220-$242 per cwt., 55-69 lb. were $230-$250, 70-85 lb. were $225-$245, 86-105 lb. were $194$227 and 106 lb. and heavier were $166-$189. Hair rams were $110-$126 per cwt. Cull ewes were $110-$123.

FEEDERS STEADY Alberta feeder prices were mixed with steers trading mostly steady, while heifer prices fell back by $2. Steer calves weighing more than 400 pounds saw good demand and prices traded steady to stronger. Average Alberta price for 400-500 lb. steers was $251 per cwt. Heifers were trading at $205-$226 per cwt. to average $215. L a r g e f e e d e r s o v e r 8 0 0 l b. declined $1-$3 lower. Steers in the 800-900 lb. range were $171-$186 per cwt. to average $177.69. Heifers in this category traded $157-$169 per cwt. to average $162.11

We e k l y au c t i o n v o l u m e s rebounded by 12 percent following the February cold snap. About 43,400 head were sold. Year to date auction volumes are 14 percent lower, totalling 240,083 head. Feeder exports to the U.S. as of Feb. 24 have been steady. Slightly more than 4,000 head went stateside and are 55 percent higher than last year this time at 20,341 head. However, live exports have been declining for the last few years and total exports for all classes of cattle are down 14 percent. Trade has been active in the United States, and slaughter volumes are up for cattle and hogs.

Total red meat production is up three percent from last year. Dressed weights for beef ranged from US$203-$205 per cwt. Exports of beef and pork are also setting records and were up 14.5 percent and 5.4 percent, respectively, compared to last year. This cattle market information is selected from the weekly report from Canfax, a division of the Canadian Cattlemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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.

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Farmers deserve better than latest rail-grain crisis

ow did we fall into another grain transportation fiasco with Canadian National Railway and Canadian Pacific Railway offering the same justification as they did in 2013-14 — weather and volume? Farmers have been increasing production for some time, and it’s not as if cold Canadian winters should surprise. This is an embarrassment to the rail companies — which obviously need legislative oversight to get things right — and to the Liberal government for allowing this to happen when the possibility for this kind of debacle was known. When grain movement slowed following a bumper crop and bad weather in 2013-14, the then Conservative government passed an order in council mandating that CN and CP meet targets or face fines. That helped to clear the backlog, but delays cost the western Canadian economy $6.5 to $8 billion. In May, the government introduced Bill C-49, the Transportation Modernization Act, an omnibus-style bill that amends 13 pieces of legislation, including how grain is moved. It also introduces an airline passenger bill of rights, among other things. Most observers, including Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister Lyle Stewart and the Canadian Federation of Agriculture, support the legislation as a decent long-term solution because it allows smaller shippers access to major railways and permits financial penalties for failed service by railway companies. Farm groups asked the government to separate grain movement into its own bill but the Liberals refused, which guaranteed the bill would be slowed down in the legislative process and wouldn’t meet its December target — and here we are. In week 30 of the shipping season, rail companies moved only 32 percent of cars ordered, resulting in millions of dollars in grain left in storage bins and Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe warning of a serious cash crunch for farmers who must

pay bills and buy inputs for the growing season. Grain shipping by rail increased to 45 percent of cars ordered in week 31. It took pleas from farmer organizations on March 1 to get things going. Some sought another order in council to force the rail companies to act. On March 5, CN replaced chief executive officer Luc Jobin with interim CEO Jean-Jacques Ruest, who apologized for the company’s performance. Rail companies are planning to hire more staff and put more cars into action. CN will spend $250 million this year to build more track and increase yard capacity. On March 6, Transport Minister Marc Garneau and Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay sent a letter to Ruest and CP CEO Keith Creel demanding plans to address the grain backlog by March 15. On March 7 the Senate agriculture committee held an emergency meeting that concluded it should have another meeting on March 19. On March 9, Public Safety Minister Ralph Goodale said no order in council would be issued until the government sees the rail companies’ response on March 15. Former Conservative Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz — who oversaw the 2014 crisis — had it about right when he urged the government to get an order in council ready, tell the rail companies it is so, and that an inadequate response on March 15 would result in immediate action. Farm Credit Canada is prepared to work with farmers to help deal with the shortterm cash crunch, and farmers are being urged to access Canada’s Advanced Payment program, which allows loans of up to $400,000. Bill C-49 is projected to pass by the end of March. Given all this, there is room for optimism that the situation shouldn’t get much worse before it gets better.

CRAIG’S VIEW

SUPPLY MANAGEMENT AT NAFTA TALKS

When the United States is simply calling for the elimination of our system and the political statement (from the Canadian government is) very clear, it’s very difficult to engage. If we would put a trade proposal forward on sugar, they would react the same way. They stick to a position that we simply cannot engage on. FREDERIC SEPPEY, CANADA’S CHIEF AGRICULTURAL NEGOTIATOR, PAGE 23

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The Ottawa bubble can often result in slow action CAPITAL LETTERS

KELSEY JOHNSON

here’s a term in Ottawa for times when the folks in the nation’s capital have lost touch with what’s happening in the rest of the country. It’s called the “Ottawa bubble.” Classic examples of Ottawabubble stories include a Canadian senator complaining about broken crackers and ice cold camembert cheese or a former cabinet minister ordering a $16 glass of orange juice. The problem with Ottawa-bubble stories? They often distract public and political attention away from serious issues that affect real people in other parts of the country

several hundred kilometres away. Take grain transportation as an example. Farmers say that the first indications that this current shipping season wasn’t going quite as planned emerged in the fall, long before things fell of the rails, so to speak, in February. It wasn’t until the end of February that the situation even made it on the Ottawa radar, when the Canadian Federation of Agriculture and Grain Growers of Canada held a joint news conference urging immediate federal action. That news conference was telling in two ways. For one thing, two farm groups (who haven’t historically agreed with each other) were holding a joint news conference where they were in almost complete agreement that something needed to be done. In the world of farm politics, when everyone agrees on a particular issue, that generally means there’s a

situation on the brink of turning into crisis, if it isn’t on already. The other telling sign was that non-farm media were in attendance, with mainstream media slowly picking up the story. The problem with the Ottawa bubble is that too often issues reach a crisis point before it catches the federal government’s attention. Response times need to be quick, which isn’t always possible given the fact government is typically a slower moving machine. Put bluntly: it creaks. For example, Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay and Transport Minister Marc Garneau only wrote the railways asking them to come up with a plan to get grain moving again on March 6, which instructed Canadian National Railway and Canadian Pacific Railway to publish and submit their plans by March 15. The letter came one day before the March 7 emergency agriculture

committee meeting that was forced by Conservative and NDP MPs. While the intention of the meeting was honourable, in reality under parliamentary rules it was simply a meeting to talk about having another meeting. The actual so-called emergency meeting isn’t scheduled until March 19. It took two hours to negotiate that meeting: the initial proposal put forward by the Liberals at committee was to hold a two-hour meeting on March 21 with the first hour set aside for the railways and the second hour set aside for farm groups. Let’s ignore the fact that someone thought that an issue as complex as ra i l t ra n s p o r t at i o n c o u l d b e addressed in a somewhat in-depth manner in two hours — two weeks after the initial meeting to discuss the situation and almost a month after farm groups warned there was a serious problem. And, while the situation unfold-

ing in Western Canada isn’t quite at the level of the 2013-14 crisis, there are still plenty of farmers across the Prairies who say cash is tight and the delivery delays are real. A quick scan of farmers’ Twitter accounts in Western Canada confirms the stress being felt by some farms. Those voices should’ve had an easier time popping the Ottawa bubble before it hit a crisis point. Politics is a local business. Nine times out of 10, the issues that matter to voters are the ones that directly affect them. Not being able to pay bills or prepare for spring planting properly are classic examples. If there’s a political lesson to learn from the situation unfolding in grain transportation it’s this : there’s more to life than the Ottawa bubble. A reality check outside of Ottawa ever y once in a while wouldn’t be the worst idea.

Kelsey Johnson is a reporter with iPolitics, www.ipolitics.ca.

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The next golden era of ag innovation BY MIKE CEY

tatistics Canada recently released the 2016 annual Net Farm Income statistics for the country. Saskatchewan again led the country, as it has for the last five years running, accounting for $4.2 billion of the total $9.6 billion in realized net farm income. That is 44 percent of all the farm income in the country. That’s not too shabby for a province that contains three percent of the country’s population, but perhaps to be expected because it has jurisdiction of more than 40 percent of the arable land in the country. Numbers like this do not come about by accident and are not the result of fortuitous commodity prices alone, or the sometimessmiling face of Mother Nature. Consistent and stable net farm incomes only happen when supported by careful planning, excellent agronomic and business management on the part of producers and value chains that are intelligently designed and executed. As well, the industry must be governed within a trade policy and regulatory environment that lends itself to predictability and a high probability of success. Yet there is even more to it than all of these ingredients suggest. The underpinnings of our success lie in the impressive history of innovative agri-science research and development. The recent record of achievement in the development of public and private institutional research, development and commercialization capacity shows the origins of our success and where we will find our competitive advantages in the future. The following list is not all inclu-

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The underpinnings of agriculture’s success lie in the impressive history of innovative agri-science research and development. | FILE PHOTO sive, but it illustrates the willingness of various players and funders to help ensure agriculture’s success: • Global Institute for Food Security (GIFS) — $50 million initiative at the University of Saskatchewan started by Nutrien as a private-public par tnership to deliver sustainable food security for the world. • Plant Phenotyping and Imaging Research Centre — a $37 million initiative with funding from the federal government at the University of Saskatchewan that will drive innovation in plant breeding. • Natural Products Canada — AgWest Bio is a founding member and Western Node for NPC, a $26 million centre of excellence for commercialization of research to bring natural products to market faster, cheaper, and more efficiently. • Protein Industries Canada — A $250 million innovation supercluster initiative to position

Canada as the leading centre of high quality plant-based protein. • Diverse Field Crop Cluster — An Agriculture Canada and industry-led collaboration funding across seven diverse crops for a $26 million cluster to advance research to grow these crops into multibillion-dollar, value-added export opportunities. • Richardson Centre — $15 million invested in a 440-acre research farm near Richardson, Sask. • Bayer Wheat Breeding Research facility Saskatoon — $24 million invested into the research and development of new hybrid wheat technologies. • A&W $5 million investment in the U of S Livestock and Forage Centre of Excellence. In addition, the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture invests on average $30 each year for every man, woman and child in the prov-

ince, more than $30 million annually, toward agriculture research and development opportunities. As well, producers make substantial investments every year through check-off support to the tune of an additional $30 million annually. All told, Ag-West Bio has measured ag bioscience public and private research and development investment in Saskatchewan in the range of $300 million annually. To answer the initial question — are we entering a golden era of ag innovation and advancement — I argue that we are in the midst of a golden era of ag innovation and advancement, one that we have been collectively supporting and celebrating for more than 100 years; one that we have placed on a solid footing for the next 100 years. Mike Cey is director of corporate initiatives with Ag-West Bio.

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t’s the time of year for key risk management decisions. No two farms are alike, so there’s no cookie-cutter approach that will work for everyone, but here are some considerations. First of all, while crop insurance is a great program, it’s important to remember that it’s production insurance and not revenue insurance. The collapse in red lentil prices provides a prime example. Let’s say your crop insurance 80 percent yield guarantee for red lentils is 1,200 pounds an acre. In 2017, the Saskatchewan Crop Insurance price was 27 cents a lb.

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providing coverage of $324 an acre. It was a mistake to look at that number as a guarantee. If your 2017 yield was 1,400 lb. an acre, it was well above crop insurance. But if you still have those lentils in storage, they’re worth only 18 cents a lb., for revenue of only $252 an acre. It’s perverse, but you’d have been money ahead with a complete crop failure and a crop insurance payout. To protect the price side of the equation, it can be useful to forward contract, locking in a price on some of your expected production. To its credit, the Saskatchewan Crop Insurance program has a contract price option that this year has been expanded to include more crops. An organic grower I talked with has specialty lentils contracted for well over 90 cents a lb. for the upcoming growing season. It’s a flat price contract. Whatever amount he can grow will be sold at the contracted price. However, the crop insurance

price for organic lentils in the “other lentils” category is only 57 cents a lb. By using the contract price option, the grower can increase his crop insurance price to the contract price. Now he will have the price side and the production side of the equation both covered. In many instances, producers will have only a portion of their expected production under contract, but that price can still be blended with the crop insurance price to improve coverage. In addition to the contract price option, Saskatchewan also has a diversification option that can be useful if you’re growing a crop that doesn’t have regular crop insurance coverage. This year, for the first time, intercropping will be insurable under the diversification option. The average premium from all your other crops is applied to a crop (or intercrop) grown under the diversification option. And if you end up in a claim position, the average payout per acre from your oth-

er crops is applied. A growing number of producers are assessing coverage and premium costs under Global Ag Risk Solutions. GARS is private insurance that covers seed, fertilizer and chemical costs plus a chosen margin. Every insurance quote is tailored to a farm’s past financial records. Since there’s no government subsidy, the premium is typically higher than crop insurance, but this is revenue insurance and not just production insurance. It’s worth getting a quote so you can compare the two programs. Since GARS covers whatever you spend on the three input costs, it can promote a more aggressive production mentality and the people with GARS cite that as one of its key benefits.

Kevin Hursh is an agricultural journalist, consultant and farmer. He can be reached by e-mail at kevin@hursh.ca.

n this week’s edition of The Western Producer you will find a story about anhydrous ammonia tank regulations and a federal government that has been acting too slowly to meet the realities we face down on the farm. You will also read about what our editorial board feels is the government’s too-slow response to rail service issues. But, to be fair, the North American Free Trade Agreement and the new Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership have been taking up a lot of time for the bureaucracy and those items are important to the bigger picture. However, farm bills get paid in the smaller picture, so the grain has to move and fertilizer has to get into the ground or there won’t be as much grain to move next year. It takes a lot of luck to remain a western Canadian farmer for any length of time. The really successful ones get 40 tries at it. But many don’t get past 10 because the margins are too low and if their luck bucket runs out in the wrong year, then the farming world struggles on without them. Those buckets get filled with missed hail storms, well-timed rainfall, frosts that skipped over, seeds that were planted late or early, combines that didn’t catch fire, tractors without electrical issues, chemicals that didn’t stay too long in the soil, insects that arrived too late and staff that stuck it out until the end of the season. The agriculture luck-list is long and most of the luck is handmade on the farm. So, one big thing that government can do to help develop the agriculture and food sector is to improve our farmers’ luck. Before new federal investments in science and entrepreneurism can have any real effect, the government needs to embrace their own budget’s message about growing the industry. The best place to start is with the farm luck they control, such as being able to move grain into a warming market — see our editorial on page 10. Or farmers must be able to use any available cash to grow bigger crops, rather than scrambling to buy new gear to put crop nutrients into the ground due to failed regulatory implementation — see our story on page 50. Politicians need luck too. But right now, out West, they don’t seem to be making as much of it as they could. mike.raine@producer.com

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RURAL AREAS NEED STC To the Editor: It would appear the Saskatchewan Party has made a lot of blunders. Rural Saskatchewan is a very large area that is sparsely populated and very much needed the Saskatchewan Transportation Company’s services for transport of seniors who required medical attention to Saskatoon and Regina. STC also moved a lot of farm parts to farmers in more than 200 locations within the province. There are no longer any provincial schedules, networks or depots. The people of Saskatchewan need seven-day service, not so called “sometimes service” or stand on some street corner to be hopefully picked up. The Sask Party indicated “private companies” would take up the slack, but why would they serve all of Saskatchewan? They will only invest in ventures that make them a profit. Therefore most of Saskatchewan will be without service. STC was never meant to be profitable, but rather to serve the people of Saskatchewan. Efficiency could have been found in the system with the use of smaller buses and an acceptance that the transit system would need a subsidy just like all urban buses get in the cities. With the STC passenger and freight services, I wonder if it was really losing money or was overhead in the cities killing it. Was STC a case of political interference? The Sask Party had no trouble raising the provincial sales tax and other tax increases in other areas and causing financial hardships on people. Why wasn’t increased fares and freight rates and acceptance of a working fund for STC explored? Then these so called financial losses might have looked attractive compared to destroying the STC company and giving the people’s STC property and assets away. Eric Sagan Melville, Sask.

RENEWABLE ENERGY To the Editor: Yes, I’m a prejudiced man and I admit it. The prejudice is rather narrowly focused as it is only about environmentally friendly electrical production. The prejudice favours the rapid transition from using dirty fossil fuels and nuclear power to clean, renewable electricity that can be produced and used on your own property, consuming nothing more vile than wind, sun, the basic wastes and pollutants that human activities created and we

would never have to be cursed with blackouts like this recent SaskPower outage in the southeast of the province. These periodic outages are ridiculous and totally avoidable. If people and communities were producing energy from south-facing or flat

rooftops, agricultural wastes, landfills, lagoons, wind, moving water, biofuels, geothermal, we would never be subjected to these periodic outages. Those technologies are getting better and cheaper every day and once they are paid off, we get endless free, environmentally friendly electrical power with usages only limited by our imaginations. There would be no more limitations by ever increasing power bills solely to maintain a massive, demanding, monopoly rapidly facing its own antiquity. We can do this individually or as communities with no more tax costs than those who are now going to support dirty, devastating,

energy production. There is no future for the generations to come in dirty, non-renewable energy. There is a brilliant and blossoming future in clean, renewable, energy. Do you not want reliable sustainability in electricity so your freezer, furnace and water systems continue to work when its 25 below? Take a serious look at energy independence. Independent power production, produced on your own property or locally produced and consumed minimizes much of the transmission prices and problems we presently face. Renewable energy production is the answer to most of the economic and environmental prob-

lems we face as a human race. It creates lots of jobs, it adds value to your property, it turns present, polluting, wastes into power and heat, it respects and protects the environment and it keeps the lights on when everybody else is in the dark. Greg Chatterson Fort San, Sask.

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Input Capital, farmer in court over deliveries Company claims breech of contract, seeks $7.8 million from Sask. farmer over delivery arrangement that went wrong BY ROBYN TOCKER FREELANCE WRITER

REGINA — Terry Gustafson has been farming near Macoun, Sask., for most of his life, but he has spent a great deal of time in court lately in a case involving himself and Input Capital Corp. Input Capital pays farmers in advance for their crops, mainly canola. The farmers rely on Input Capital to take delivery of the crops after harvest on behalf of country elevator buyers that Input contracts with. Input Capital’s case against Gustafson began in the fall of 2015 when it paid him $4.5 million

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toward his crop inputs and to pay off other creditors from April 2, 2014, until May 28, 2015. Gustafson said Input Capital sought him out and provided him

with $800,000 on April 2, 2014, to buy the canola that Gustafson could not sell because of a rail car shortage, using Input Capital’s connection to Viterra. This led to Gustafson signing his first contract with Input Capital in May 2014. The falling out between Gustafson and Input Capital occurred Sept. 3, 2015, when employees from Input Capital entered Gustafson’s father’s bin yard and took possession of several truckloads of durum. That year, the contract stated Input Capital owned all of Gustafson’s crops, not just canola. However, Gustafson claimed he was told the

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company owned only his canola. Input Capital had the durum wheat delivered to the Viterra terminal in Weyburn, Sask. “We did not force ourselves onto that yard,” Gord Nystuen, Input Capital’s vice-president of market development, said March 7 while testifying in Court of Queen’s Bench in Regina. “In fact, Terry had told us which bins we should be taking from.” Nystuen was Gustafson’s contact when he entered into contracts with Input Capital. An affidavit filed by Input Capital’s legal counsel on April 15, 2016, said Gustafson owed Input Capital $7,892,975. The company

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claimed Gustafson breeched his contracts with Input Capital. The interest charges on the contracts Gustafson signed amounted to $3,392,975, which Gustafson said is excessive. While on the stand, Nystuen reviewed Gustafson’s record of sales for his 2014 crop season. Gustafson claimed he had no saleable No. 1 Canada canola, but the records show the canola sold was listed as No. 1 Canada. When Gustafson took the stand March 8, he said he had sold his 2014 canola to a company in Manitoba, but it was mixed with kochia weed seed and was green. He said Nystuen was aware of this transaction. “None of the elevators that Input Capital had contracts with would accept this grain,” Gustafson said. “(The company) was overlooking the fact that the grain was not a No. 1 canola and they were giving us a No. 1 for it.” Gustafson said he was paid for No. 1 Canada canola because of how far he had to travel to deliver it and how desperate the crushing plant was for the product. In p u t Cap i t a l a l s o c l a i m e d Gustafson received the profit from one of the nine truckloads of durum delivered Sept. 3 and Sept. 4, 2015. “I confronted Terry and he said, ‘are you accusing me of stealing?’ I said, ‘we hauled seven loads and got paid for six. There’s a load missing and it’s our understanding that it was paid to you.’ At that point, Terry asked me to leave his property,” said Nystuen. “He did not physically threaten me, but he did say, ‘if you come back, I will beat the crap out of you.’ I left his yard site and reported that information to my supervisors.” Gustafson said D.J. Knoll Transport Ltd., which was instructed by Input Capital to deliver the durum, was responsible for the mistake. One of D.J. Knoll’s truck drivers told Viterra, which owned the grain, and that was how Gustafson’s account received the payment for the one truckload of approximately 1,650 bushels. “I believe it was load No. 7 on the third that got dumped on the fourth and that driver made the mistake at Viterra and told them the load belonged to Terry Gustafson and not to Input Capital. That caused a great big commotion,” Gustafson said. Gustafson said Viterra had logged it improperly. “I knew nothing about it. When Gord accused me of what is paramount to theft, I got furiously angry,” Gustafson said. Gustafson’s legal counsel said Input Capital did not fulfill certain obligations in its contract, mainly an assigned agrologist to work with Gustafson on his farm. Gustafson said the verbal agreement he entered into with Nystuen was not the same as the written contracts he signed. Gustafson did admit he did not read the contracts before signing them, but he did say he was not provided with the contracts until September 2015. In its evidence, Input Capital provided an envelope that showed the contracts were mailed but returned because Gustafson never picked them up. The court case will reconvene April 13 for closing remarks.

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Alberta introduces new rural crime strategy Plan includes more officers, tracking technology for farm equipment and vehicles BY JEREMY SIMES EDMONTON BUREAU

Rural Albertans can expect more RCMP officers on the ground, more civilian staff and more crown prosecutors to fight crime in their communities. The strategy, outlined by the province March 9, will cost $10 million. It includes 39 new officers, 40 civilian staff and eight to 10 crown prosecutors. As well, the plan includes tracking technologies for farm equipment and better co-ordina-

tion between RCMP detachments. “Some communities in rural Alberta are experiencing the highest property crime rates they’ve seen in five years,” Justice Minister Kathleen Ganley said during the funding announcement. “Like many Albertans, this spike in rural crime worries me.” One of the main focuses of the strategy involves four crime reduction units. The units will include officers who are specifically trained to arrest high-profile criminals and ones who are trained to do intelligence and criminal analysis. To ensure officers are on the ground, civilian employees will be hired to do much of the paperwork. As well, the units will co-ordinate with one another to target criminal hot spots in the province. They will also work with Alberta sheriffs, Fish and Wildlife officers, commercial vehicle enforcement and conservation officers. The 39 new officers will be divided equally among the units, but they could be moved around if some areas require more resources. In fact, some officers are already out working, according to Todd Shean, the deputy commissioner and commanding officer with the Alberta RCMP. “This will allow us to respond to crime trends with a precise, rapid and informed strategy,” Shean said during the news conference. “We can’t do targeted operations without them (the crime reduction units).” As well, police will work with people in the community when it comes to tracking. For example, Shean said officers will work with groups to place tracking devices on vehicles or farm equipment so they can follow it if it’s stolen. “If we have areas of the province being targeted, we would partner with those areas and have an agreement where we could have bait vehicles or bait tractors,” he said. While many agree the new funding will be helpful, the rise in rural crime across the Prairies has been alarming for farmers and ranchers. Most producers argue the system is broken, and that thieves who intrude on their land should face harsher sentences. As well, even though it’s against the law, some have also suggested they have the right to protect their property with whatever means necessary, even if it’s with a gun. However, Shean said any crime should be left for law enforcement to deal with. “What we’re asking here is for Albertans to partner with us,” he said. “Make that call and allow our officers that are highly skilled and highly trained to respond to those calls for service.” He said the days of leaving keys in cars and not locking doors are over. “You want to make those crimes harder to commit by locking up and creating a protective environment,” he said. “I can’t stress enough the importance of reporting criminal activity. Risking personal safety is unnecessary and dangerous.” jeremy.simes@producer.com

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Funds come in for award to honour Alberta rancher BY BARB GLEN LETHBRIDGE BUREAU

BROOKS, Alta. — A legacy fund to honour the late James Hargrave of Walsh, Alta., is well on its way to establishment. Members of the Alberta Grazing Leaseholder’s Association got an update March 7 during a meeting where Hargrave’s absence as chair was all too obvious.

“We just want to keep his memory alive,” said AGLA member Aaron Brower. Hargrave, who operated Hargrave Ranching Ltd., died in an accident while fighting a prairie wildfire last fall. At the time he was AGLA chair and a member of other grazing and livestock groups and associations. His many interests will be reflected in the flexible nature of how money in the legacy fund will be

awarded, said AGLA member Bill Newton. He said members felt a scholarship was too narrow and potentially restrictive, so financial awards from the fund will be open to those with the objective of accumulating knowledge about grasslands, cover crops, soil health, land conservation and other topics in that vein. The plan is to award funds annually to those “whose work in the

beef and grazing industry exemplifies the philosophy James lived and worked by.” “James had this incredible passion for grasslands of all sorts but in particular the native prairie,” said Newton. A board has been established to work out the details of application and award criteria. Newton said they hope to have those in place by June and give out the first award by

the end of the year. Fundraising efforts have accumulated about $25,000, said Newton, and the goal is to raise $100,000. Donations can be sent to the James Hargrave Legacy Fund, Box 179, No. 14 Village Lane, Okotoks, Alta., T1S 1Z6. More information is available by calling 587-435-4072 or emailing JHlegacyfund@gmail.com. barb.glen@producer.com

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STAND YOUR GROUND Âť CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3 In 2014, another stand your ground case generated international attention. Markus Kaarma of Missoula, Mont., fatally shot a 17-year-old German exchange student, Diren Dede, who was attending high school in Montana. Kaarma was reportedly angry because criminals had broken into his garage and he was determined to stop it. He put a purse inside the garage and left the door partly open to lure someone inside. In the middle of the night, Kaarma found Dede inside the garage, apparently trying to steal some beer. Kaarma shot Dede four times. The court rejected Kaarmaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stand your ground defense and

found him guilty, sentencing him to 70 years in prison. Marbut said the case shows that Castle Doctrine laws have limitations. Someone is justified in using lethal force only when the other person is a legitimate threat. Marbut offered an example of how Castle Doctrine might work on a farm or rural property. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s late at night and a woman looks out her window. She sees a stranger with a tire iron, poised to smash a car window and possibly steal the vehicle. Under Castle Doctrine, she cannot point a gun out the house window and shoot him. But she can get a gun, put it in her purse and put the purse on her shoulder. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Then crack the door open and say to the guy, â&#x20AC;&#x153;hey Mister, leave that car alone,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;? Marbut said. If the person with the tire iron turns around, utters a threat and starts coming toward the door with

NEWS the weapon, the woman can take out her gun and shoot. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Suddenly the circumstances have changed,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Now you are at risk for serious bodily injury or loss of life.â&#x20AC;? While that suggests people can legally shoot intruders and people posing a threat to their safety, the reality is that â&#x20AC;&#x153;stand your groundâ&#x20AC;? depends on the circumstances. If a farmer charges out of his house and points a gun at a trespasser who is not threatening the farmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life or his personal safety, that circumstance is much different from the scenario with the woman peeking out her door and yelling at the car thief. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It depends on who the aggressor is,â&#x20AC;? Marbut said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If he (the farmer) should shoot at the person â&#x20AC;Ś or point the firearm directly at the person, then the identity of the aggressor changes and it becomes the farmer.â&#x20AC;?

While (legislation) suggests people can legally shoot intruders and people posing a threat to their safety, the reality is that â&#x20AC;&#x153;stand your groundâ&#x20AC;? depends on the circumstances. John Youngberg, Montana Farm Bureau executive vice-president, said landowners in the state may have the right to protect themselves when there is a threat to their life and limb, but the Farm Bureau would prefer if its members didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t confront trespassers and potential criminals. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t encourage people to go out and get in a face-off with these people,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The first thing to do would be to call the authorities.â&#x20AC;? Marbut, who teaches courses in self-defence, agreed with that advice. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you can lock your door and call the police â&#x20AC;Ś that would be a better solution,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to lay awake nights wondering if

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Farm groups applaud CPTPP signing New deal, without the U.S., signed last week WINNIPE G (CNS Canada) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Canadian agriculture groups are welcoming the Comprehensive and Progressive Trans Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) signed by the Canadian government and 10 other nations in Santiago, Chile, on March 8. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Canadian farmers are export dependent. This agreement not only opens up new market opportunities, which will translate to added profitability for this industry, but it will also ensure that Canada isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t losing market share to our main competitors within the CPTPP zone,â&#x20AC;? Kevin Bender, chair of the Alberta Wheat Commission, said in a news release. In addition to Canada, signatories include Japan, Australia, Peru, Malaysia, Vietnam, New Zealand, Chile, Singapore, Mexico, and Brunei. The 11 countries represent a market of 500 million people and 13.6 percent of global gross domestic product. The United States had originally been included, but pulled out of the original deal shortly after the inauguration of President Donald Trump. Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s canola growersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; organization said the CPTPP helps Canada maintain important markets. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It helps us regain competitiveness in our long-standing trade relationship with Japan, and serves to open new opportunities in the rapidly growing consumer markets within the Asia-Pacific region,â&#x20AC;? Jack Froese, president of the Canadian Canola Growers Association, said in a news release. Jeff Nielsen, president of Grain Growers of Canada, said â&#x20AC;&#x153;signing CPTPP, as well as the investments in Asian trade in Budget 2018, show the government understands the importance of Asian markets to Canadian agriculture.â&#x20AC;? The CPTPP is expected to come into force 60 days after six of 11 signatories have ratified the agreement.

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Alberta’s major cities are growing, and they are gobbling up rural land as they go. However, a new study finds that much of the land being developed by an expanding Calgary and Edmonton is prime farmland. | Page 18

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What’s in your lunchbox? A hands-on program encourages agriculture education in schools BY WILLIAM DEKAY SASKATOON NEWSROOM

Teacher: What farm animals do we raise for food in Canada? Grade three student A: Chickens Grade three student B: Pigs Grade three student C: Dogs “We do raise dogs on our farms, but we don’t raise them for food,” said Sara Shymko, executive director of Agriculture in the Classroom Saskatchewan. “In different countries they eat different food. For example, chickpeas are eaten a lot in India and not as much in Canada, so we learn to eat different things wherever we’re from.” March is Canadian Agriculture Literacy Month across the country. “Our Food Our Story” is this year’s theme, which has nine provincial Agriculture in the Classroom organizations delivering programming to more than 30,000 students in more than 800 classrooms t h ro u g h o u t t h e c o u nt r y t h i s month. It’s a particularly busy time as organizers and volunteers travel to schools dishing out information while stirring enthusiasm for agriculture. To help kick off the seventh annual national event in Saskatchewan, Shymko spoke with Grade 3 students at Bishop Roborecki Elementary School in Saskatoon March 1. She said that while the knowledge of agriculture is generally low among students and their teachers, there’s a basic recognition that food comes from farms. “As soon as you get into anything deeper, the kids just don’t really know,” she said. “Especially as you get older in the grades, there’s a lot of misconceptions, or misunderstandings, or pieces of truth that get melded together.… I think that’s why it’s really important that we are here to deliver accurate balanced and science-based information.” Throughout March, Agriculture in the Classroom-Saskatchewan is visiting 7,700 students in 337 classrooms with a team of 176 volunteers from the agriculture and food industry. During these visits, the volunteers are sharing their personal agriculture stories and leading students through a brand new activity, “What’s in Your Lunchbox?” which helps students learn where their food comes from. Shymko said the most important part of program is the opportunity to connect local farmers and agriculture representatives to students in an effort build trust through relationships.

As part of Canadian Agriculture Literacy Month, Jason Bosovich from Rama, Sask., volunteered his morning away from his farm March 1 to participate in Ag in the Classroom. | WILLIAM DEKAY PHOTO “They’re putting a face to the food,” she said. “They’re drawing those local connections. They’re making it real and that’s something that is so important because when you meet and build a relationship, then trust can also be built.” Jason Bosovich volunteered his morning to speak with the Grade 3 students at Bishop Roborecki Elementary School about his farm near Rama, Sask. He asked and answered questions from the eager and curious young minds, while showing them photographs of his combine, baler and his own children eating supper in the field during harvest. Afterward, he sat on the floor with the students and played a game, “What’s in your lunchbox?” Using cue cards, students picked which foods they thought were associated with a particular crop or livestock animal. He helped clear up some misperceptions from the young students, who now know that cows eat grass, not strawberries, and that crab dip and bananas are not grown on Saskatchewan farms. Bosovich said it was worth his time, and he enjoyed sharing farming experience with the eight year olds. “Children from our towns and cities who don’t have exposure to agriculture should learn about where their food is produced, how it’s produced, that it’s safe for them and the whole world to consume,” he said.

“It’s important for them to know that agriculture is a major contributor to our provinces and national economy.” Bosovich also sees educational value for students to have field trips to farms. “A lot of kids don’t know anybody from the farm to go learn or see what it’s all about,” he said. “Even just being on the farm and seeing some of the equipment in the fields and livestock would be good.” Added Shymko: “Students growing up in the lower socio-economic neighbourhoods in the urban centres often never leave their area and are very disconnected from what happens outside of the city and on farms.” This year, Agriculture in the Classroom is providing a $300 bursary to offset the travel costs to get students out of the classroom onto farms and agribusinesses. “Teachers are quite interested in it,” she said. “Obviously, part of it is finding enough farms that are interested and willing to have students come out to their farms. That is sometimes a barrier.” Bosovich sees increased benefit in connecting with grades 11 and 12 students, which is when many start formulating plans and career choices. “I want them to look at agriculture, to know that there’s not only agriculture specific jobs, but also agricultural related jobs,” he said. He thinks the time has come to

offer students options for agricultural specific curriculum at the senior high school level. “It can be a broad thing, but it wouldn’t be a bad thing for somebody who’s potentially wanting to move into ag to have the option to learn a little bit more about it previous to post-secondary,” he said. In order to make the largest educational impact, students should experience Agriculture in the Classroom several times between kindergarten and Grade 12, but most of the programs are targeted at the elementary grades. Teachers don’t necessarily need to have a personal interest or agricultural education because resources about food and agricult u re hav e b e e n s t rat e g i c a l l y designed to meet their curriculum outcomes. “We want to make it appeal to teachers because it’s a good teaching resource and not necessarily because it’s about agriculture. Otherwise, they won’t choose to teach it and there is a very big percentage of teachers who are now removed from the farm,” Shymko said. “What we have found is because we develop resources that are curriculum based, very hands-on and interactive, teachers are like, ‘oh, this is great. I need this for my science class.’ They don’t come to us and say, ‘this is great because it’s about agriculture.’ We sort of flipped our strategy and said, ‘it’s going to be the best resources.’ ” Now in its 24th year of operation, Ag in the Classroom-Saskatche-

wan expects to surpass last year’s number of 74,000 students during the school year. It receives funding from all levels of government, companies and stakeholders. However, the amount of resources is not keeping pace for the registered charity because the program continues to quickly expand. “There is a definite opportunity for individuals, businesses and organizations to also support us,” Shymko said. “Maybe there’s people out there who don’t feel comfortable going into a classroom and volunteering, but there’s other ways that they can still support and make a difference.” However, farmers sharing their stories continue to have the biggest impact for students. “It’s really the farmers’ stories that people want to hear,” she said. There’s a passion that comes through when farmers are talking about what they do and why they’re doing it, and that can’t be replicated. So the responsibility also goes to farmers to help build trust in their farming practices. They need to be there. They need to be out in front of people. “And I love that the agriculture industry and the business side participates. In a perfect world, I would have an agribusiness and a farmer partnering up to visit every school to show both sides of agriculture.” william.dekay@producer.com

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Calgary’s urban area expanded to 754 sq. km in 2013 from 242 sq. km in 1984, indicative of increasing urban sprawl in Alberta. |

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Growing Alta. cities gobble up prime farmland More acreages on the outskirts of Calgary and Edmonton also have implications for future development BY BARB GLEN LETHBRIDGE BUREAU

Alberta’s cities have an insatiable appetite for farmland, a recent study from the Alberta Land Institute reveals. In the Edmonton-Calgary corridor, urban development had swallowed 4,763 sq. kilometres of land as of 2013, a 52 percent increase from 1984, when the figure was 3,127 sq. km. In that same period, Calgary’s urban area expanded to 754 sq. km from 242 sq. km in 1984. Most of the land developed around cities from 2000-12 was prime cropland. The figures were compiled by University of Alberta faculty members Brent Swallow and Scott Jeffrey. “We were interested to see our results about prime farmland, the highest quality farmland, that there is really this strong footprint between

where we’re growing our populations and where the prime farmland is in Alberta,” Swallow said. “It is sort of a fact that we’re sitting, especially here in Edmonton, in an area of lots of prime agricultural land, so the growth in this area almost by definition is going to grow into areas of high quality farmland.” The study showed that Calgary has an urban density three times higher than Edmonton, which is sprawling outward into land more suited to agricultural than is the land around Calgary. An increase in the number of acreages on the outskirts of Alberta’s two largest cities was also evident in the study, which has implications for future development, said Swallow. “Fragmentation tends to be kind of a precursor to conversion of land into developed uses,” he said. “We found kind of a complicated … relationship with fragmentation,

and fragmentation we think is mostly caused by the development of acreages in rural residential areas. And that’s really strong around the two cities, Edmonton and Calgary. “It’s really, really noticeable around Calgary and along the kind of corridor area that joins the two cities.” Another surprise for Swallow was the concern about farmland conservation shown by 320 respondents in a survey conducted as part of the study. They were asked how much they would be willing to pay, in a one-time contribution, toward farmland conservation in the Edmonton region. There is no financial mechanism to actually do that, but Swallow said asking people to put a dollar figure on something is a good way to determine what they really value. About 80 percent of respondents said they’d be willing to make a small financial contribution, and more than 50 percent said they’d be

willing to give $300. “I was pretty surprised with the awareness and the interest of urban residents of the capital region and their interest in the issues of farmland conversion and fragmentation and in preservation of farmland and their expressed interest of why they’re interested in conserving farmland,” said Swallow. Respondents showed the most concern about preserving farmland for local food production, such as market gardens and vegetables sold at farmers markets. They were less interested in production of food for global markets. However, respondents were also aware that land conservation is important to air and water quality as well as landscape beauty. Farmers and ranchers were interviewed separately for the study, while the survey sought to achieve a representative sample of the popu-

lation in and around Edmonton. Swallow said the study results could be useful to municipalities as they plan future development. The new Municipal Government Act, passed last year, specifically calls upon municipalities to conserve prime farmland and make plans in conjunction with neighbouring municipalities. “We think that one of the causes of an over-allocation of land into developed uses and out of agriculture is due to sort of a grab for tax base,” said Swallow. If neighbouring municipalities could make their plans together, the impact on farmland might be reduced. The Calgary and Edmonton metropolitan areas had the highest rate of population growth among all Canadian cities from 2006-16. barb.glen@producer.com

Adding fibre to diet can help combat diverticulitis HEALTH CLINIC

a high fibre diet work?

A: CLARE ROWSON, MD

I am a 55-year-old woman and I have been having severe stomach pains, which my doctor says are from diverticulitis. It showed up on a colonoscopy. I am being treated with antibiotics but there is little improvement. Is there anything else I can do? Does

Diverticulitis is a common bowel disorder, particularly in older people, although the rate is increasing in people as young as 40. The incidence of diverticular disease has increased dramatically over the past century, probably due to unhealthy low-fibre junk food diets. Recent data in the United States suggest that up to 50 percent of individuals older than 60 years of age now have colonic diverticula, with 10 to 25 percent developing complications such as diverticulitis. Hospitalizations for this disease have also risen. It is now one of the most common reasons for hospital

visits. Statistics in Canada and northern Europe are similar. It is called diverticulosis when pouches form in the large intestine, often as the result of chronic constipation. It is thought that a diet low in fibre may be responsible for this situation, as bulk from fibre keeps the intestines moving better. Pushing too hard due to constipation may cause weakening in the bowel walls and hence pouch formation. When these pouches become infected, they cause pain and the condition is then known as diverticulitis. The pain is usually in the left lower abdomen and feels worse if you move. There may also be chills and fever, gas and bloating, and nausea result-

ing in a poor appetite. I am sorry to say that the next step, if you do not respond to the antibiotics, is surgery. This may also be necessary if you develop complications such as abscesses, fistulas, where holes develop between one part of the bowel and another, or worse still, an intestinal obstruction or a perforated bowel, which would constitute an acute emergency. Although a high-fibre diet is useful in preventing or controlling diverticulosis, once you have symptoms of diverticulitis, it is preferable to stay on a low-fibre diet until your symptoms have subsided. In fact, a totally liquid diet may be preferable at this stage to

rest the bowel. To prevent diverticulitis, the recommended daily intake of fibre for females 50 and older is 20 grams, and for males of that age it is 30 grams. If this is hard to achieve with a diet that includes lots of fruit, vegetables and whole grains, then there are dietary supplements available. You should also drink plenty of water, six to eight glasses a day. Contrary to popular opinion, grapes, nuts, seeds and popcorn need not be avoided. In fact, popcorn is a good source of fibre. Clare Rowson is a retired medical doctor in Belleville, Ont. Contact: health@producer.com.

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Man. producers keep the family in family farm Two of the couple’s sons are gradually increasing their involvement in the family farm BY ED WHITE

ON THE FARM

WINNIPEG BUREAU

ELM CREEK, Man. — The Penners aren’t trapped in farming. It’s a lifestyle they have embraced from one generation to the next. “I always enjoyed the farm life, but I didn’t ever think I’d grow up and live on a grain farm,” said Gloria Penner, who lives with her husband, Calvin, on a farm in the bountiful Red River Valley of southeastern Manitoba. Gloria was born and raised on a family farm near Chilliwack, B.C. “I always enjoyed the country living.” Gloria left her farm and travelled east to Manitoba for education at Winkler Bible School, and ended up living and working in Winnipeg. This was just before she met Calvin, who had grown up on the family grain farm but had begun working construction when he hit adulthood. “Out of high school, I didn’t know what I wanted to do,” he said on a sunny March afternoon in the comfortable living room of their home, as Gloria kept an ear attuned to the sounds of a grandchild waking up from a nap in a nearby bedroom. The couple didn’t meet in the city. Gloria was a baseball player in a Winnipeg church league and she headed out to Elm Creek in June 1982 with some fellow players, who came from the small town, and met Calvin at the annual town exhibition. They had their first date in August and were married the following June. Calvin kept working construction while easing deeper into farming with his dad, while Gloria tied up her job in the city and moved out to the family farm. Calvin and father Bill worked together and slowly the farm transitioned from father to son, while Gloria had four children, worked at a local bank, and dealt with the multiple demands of family life. “My main role was to survive with my job and run with the kids,” said Gloria. “We had four kids in hockey for a while.”

CALVIN AND GLORIA PENNER Elm Creek, Man. Small towns might have fewer jobs than cities and bigger towns, but the jobs they have can also be less rigid and inflexible, which meant a lot to Gloria. “The (children) could come and see me at lunch. If one fell, I could take them to get stitches. Family came first, over work, which was nice.” Calvin’s parents eventually moved to Carman, Man., while staying active with the farm. Gloria and Calvin’s two girls and two boys grew up and, similar to their parents, didn’t run away from rural and farm life. One of their sons lives on the farm with his family and is easing into a gradually expanding role on the farm, as his father did, while he also works in the University of Manitoba’s agriculture department. The other son is also playing a bigger role on the farm these days. One daughter works nearby in Carman as a nurse, while the other daughter farms with her husband on a farm near Lloydminster, Sask. After Bill had a stroke and had to cut back on his farm work, Gloria quit her job and took on larger farming role. Bill died five years ago but Anna, Calvin’s mother, continues to live in nearby Carman. Calvin has enjoyed seeing the boom in soybean acreage in southern Manitoba and usually has about one-third of his acreage in the newcomer crop. “I stick with my rotation, although it’s tempting to go wall to wall,” he said. Calvin is a member of the Manitoba Pulse and Soybean Growers Association and Keystone Agricultural Producers. His social involve-

Gloria and Calvin Penner are happy to see their children taking an interest in the farm. | ment isn’t something he picked up late in life. “When I was a little kid my dad was on the local Pool committee. I’ve always been involved.” Gloria and Calvin are also heavily involved with their church. They just returned from a visit to Kenya, where their church operates development programs. Calvin said he is happy to see lots

of young farmers in KAP and the MPSGA because he’s convinced farmers can actually create a better environment for farming if they get involved. “I could see the difference they made,” he said about his motivation for staying involved when he was young. “We can sit back and complain about this stuff, or we can do some-

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thing about it.” As the third generation of Penners gets more involved with this farm, and as a fourth generation is growing up, getting involved and staying involved seems to be a family hallmark. And sticking with farming seems to be a family characteristic, even if they have always had other options. ed. white@producer.com

Impulsive behaviour can be controlled but not eliminated SPEAKING OF LIFE

JACKLIN ANDREWS, BA, MSW

I have a problem that I suspect I share with a number of other people. My problem is that I am at times too impulsive. I once impulsively traded my car in for a new car that I did not need and wondered afterward why I had done that. I have any number of impulsively purchased lottery tickets. I invest money on a whim and most often lose what I invested. I

speak up in public meetings when I do not know what I am talking about, and I have been through the wringers with both alcohol and drug abuse. My life would be a lot simpler if I could get rid of my impulsiveness. Give me a hint. What can I do?

Let me start by giving you the bad news. You cannot get rid of impulsiveness. That was part of the survival kit our evolutionary ancestors packed with them when they were trudging through the jungles. Should they have met up with a sabretoothed tiger they would impulsively get the heck out of there. Fortunately for us, enough of them got away to carry on with the species. They genetically passed on their impulsiveness to us.

The problem is that we no longer live in jungles. We run around highly structured and socially embedded communities. We need a l i t t l e m o re t ha n i m p u l s i v e behaviour if we are to survive. We need to think things out. Impulsiveness has two problems. The first is that it encourages a person to act before that same person has all the information he or she needs to make decisions. Have you ever noticed, for example, that the brochure library in a new car dealership seldom has a copy of Consumer’s Reports mixed in with those shiny and very biased brochures describing the car that they are trying to sell? You are not given all the information you need to buy a new car. The second problem with impulsiveness is that it deals only with life at the moment. It does not think

long term. That big, bright, new car you are wanting to buy might have the new car smell at the moment, but five years from now, when it is carrying the battle scars of family life, it will not smell so nice. Neither will it look all that great. Do you think that you will still want it sitting in your garage then or will you be easy prey for another round with an eager sales person encouraging you to impulsively yet again get another new car. You cannot get rid of impulsiveness. As I said, it is part of your survival gear. But you can control it. The trick is to give yourself a little time before you make final decisions. I once knew a lady who would leave her wallet in the car when she went shopping. Before she could actually buy anything, she would have to walk all the way back to her car to get

her debit card to cover the cost. Often as not by the time she got back to the car, and had a few moments to think about it, she changed her mind and chose not to buy whatever it was she otherwise would have impulsively purchased. It is easy to get extra time to make decisions. One of our more recent prime ministers used to say, “can I get back to you on that,” when he was asked to respond to something or the other. He seldom impulsively quipped a response. Given that extra moment or two, your impulses can be controlled and you can make better and more profitable decisions to guide both yourself and your family. Jacklin Andrews is a family counsellor from Saskatchewan. Contact: jandrews@ producer.com.

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Fishing for the lake

PHOTO ESSAY | The fifth annual Healthy Lake Committee Ice Fishing Derby was held on Pelican Lake at Ninette, Man., in early March. All proceeds from the derby are used to help clean up the algae and promote fish stocks in the lake. Two aeration fields in the lake work year round to rid it of algae and help keep the fish healthy and provide food through the winter and summer. This year 885 fishermen took part. | SANDY BLACK PHOTOS TOP: A crowd gathers as fishermen return to the registration site for the awards and draw prizes after the four hour derby. BOTTOM LEFT: Volunteer fish judge Dennis Schram of Ninette releases one of the fish caught into the release pond cut in the ice. MIDDLE: Wallace Stewart of Belmont, Man., waits for a strike on his line as his hunting companion, Trapper, waits for some bobber action. BOTTOM RIGHT: Shaun Majumber of the CBC’s sketch comedy show This Hour Has 22 Minutes tries his luck ice fishing in Victor Boulet’s 1960 era school bus fishing shack with Ken Shackel of Killarney ,Man. Boulet is from Dunrae, Man.

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Readers requested recipes — and we delivered TEAM RESOURCES

BETTY ANN DEOBALD, BSHEc

CUBAN BLACK BEANS AND RICE Mary Hoge of Granum, Alta., was looking for a recipe for black beans and rice like they had enjoyed in Cuba. Serves eight. 2 c. dried black beans, well rinsed 500 mL 6 c. water 1.5 L 6 slices of thick bacon, diced 1 green bell pepper, chopped 1 red bell pepper, chopped 1 large onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp. ground cumin 5 mL 1 tsp. ground coriander 5 mL 1/4 tsp. oregano 1 mL 1 bay leaf 5 – 6 c. water 1.25 -1.5 L 2 c. uncooked long grain rice 500 mL 1 tbsp. oil 15 mL 2 garlic cloves, crushed 2 c. water 500 mL 1 tsp. salt 5 mL salt and pepper to taste Sort beans to remove tiny pebbles, dirt, withered, discoloured or broken beans. Put beans in a colander and rinse well. To quick soak the beans, place them in a large pot, cover with six cups (1.5 litres) water. Place lid on pot, cook on high heat until water comes to a boil. Boil for two minutes, turn off heat and soak beans, covered for one hour. In many Cuban dishes, a fundamental flavour base is a sofrito. This is a combination of peppers, onion, garlic and spices that are cooked together to form a sauce. Traditionally, smoked ham hocks are cooked with the beans, but as an alternative, bacon is used in this recipe. While the beans are soaking, prepare the sofrito. Place bacon in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and cook two minutes. Add chopped peppers and onions, sauté until softened, about 10 minutes. Add garlic, cook one minute, add cumin, coriander, oregano and bay leaf. Reduce heat to low, and simmer 10 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until a thick flavourful sauce forms. Remove from heat and set aside. After the beans have soaked one hour, use a strainer to drain soaking water and to rinse beans well. This washes away the carbohydrates and sugars that cause gas. From this point, there are several options for cooking the beans. Select the one you prefer:

STOVETOP Place beans in a large pot and add five to six cups water to cover by at least one inch (two cm). Place on high heat, stir in sofrito. Bring mixture to a boil for one minute, reduce heat to low to medium-low. Simmer covered for 90 minutes, just barely bubbling. Stir and add

TOP: A reader was looking for a black bean and rice recipe like she ate while visiting Cuba. | BETTY ANN DEOBALD PHOTOS RIGHT: A reader had enjoyed these cherry coconut chocolate chip cookies over the holidays and was looking for the recipe. more water if needed. Cook another 30 to 60 minutes, until beans are tender and are in a thick gravy. Remove from heat.

OVEN METHOD Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 325 F (160 C). Place beans in a large Dutch oven with a tight-fitting lid, add five to six cups water to cover beans by at least one inch (two cm). Bake covered for 90 minutes. Stir, add more water if needed. Cook another 30 to 60 minutes, until beans are tender with a thick gravy. Remove from oven.

SLOW COOKER Place beans in a large pot and add five to six cups water to cover by at least one inch (two cm). Heat and boil the beans 10 to 12 minutes. There is a naturally occurring toxic compound in beans called phytohemagglutinin that is destroyed by adequate cooking. For slow cooker beans this boiling ensures the toxins have been destroyed. Place the hot beans and water in a slow cooker, stir in sofrito. Cook on high for three to four hours or low for seven to eight hours. During the last hour of cooking, check liquid and add more water if needed.

ELECTRIC PRESSURE COOKER/INSTANT POT Place beans in electric pressure cooker and add water to cover beans by at least one inch (two cm), stir in sofrito. As the operation manual describes, put the lid on the pressure cooker and seal the vent. Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes, and quick release pressure as directed in the operation manual. While beans cook, prepare rice. Place rice in large fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold running water until water runs clear. Shake strainer vigorously to remove all excess water. Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add crushed garlic clove and cook until garlic starts to turn golden brown. Remove garlic and discard. Add water and salt, bring to a boil. Stir rice into water, return to boil. Reduce to low, cover and simmer 20 minutes or until rice is tender and no water is visible. Remove from heat, stand covered five to 10 minutes to finish steaming. Fluff with a fork and serve.

Just before serving, remove bay leaf from beans and season with salt and pepper. Serve the beans along with rice, a wedge of lime and a variety of toppings such as salsa, sour cream, chopped green onion, peppers, tomatoes, hard-boiled eggs or grilled pineapple. The beans reheat and freeze well. Adapted from tasteofcuba.com

CHERRY COCONUT CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE Elaine Kifil of Montmartre, Sask., had enjoyed these cookies over the holidays and was looking for the recipe. 3/4 c. sugar 175 mL 2/3 c. butter or butterflavoured vegetable shortening 150 mL 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1 tsp. grated lemon peel 5 mL 3/4 tsp. almond extract 4 mL 1/2 tsp. salt 2 mL 1 3/4 c. all-purpose flour 425 mL 1 tsp. baking powder 5 mL 1/2 tsp. baking soda 2 mL 3/4 c. flaked coconut 175 mL 1/2 c. chocolate chips 125 mL 1/2 c. pecans, coarsely chopped 125 mL (optional) 1/3 c. candied cherries, chopped, well drained 75 mL or 1/3 c. maraschino cherries, chopped and very well drained 75 mL Preheat oven to 350ºF (175 C). Combine sugar, butter or shortening, egg, lemon peel, almond extract and salt; beat at medium speed until well blended. Combine flour, baking powder and baking soda; gradually add to shortening mixture at low speed. Mix until blended. Stir in coconut, chocolate chips or pecans and cherries by hand. Shape dough into one-inch balls. Place two inches apart on ungreased baking sheet. Bake about 10 minutes. Cool two minutes on baking sheet; remove to a cooling rack to cool completely. Yield four dozen cookies Adapted from: www.pillsburybaking.com

Betty Ann Deobald is a home economist from Rosetown, Sask., and a member of Team Resources. Contact: team@producer.com.

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with mental health, and they received hundreds of positive responses. In January, she and three others launched Do More Ag. Kelly says farmers need to normalize conversations around mental health, and by using social media to showcase that “realness,” these conversations can create community. “The most important tool on our farm is the phone,” she says. “It allows us to connect to not only our friends but a network of millions of people.” The pressure young farmers face to portray their farm, and farm life in general, as pleasant, is intense. We’re not only aiming for positive reinforcement from our former work colleagues and college friends for our own wellbeing, we’re seeking a customer base and trying to avoid hateful feedback. When I hear my non-farming friends say things like “it’s so incredible you’re living your dream” and “your farm looks amazing,” I don’t want to disappoint them. They’ve never had to “pick a kitten,” after the barn cat had a litter of 10 and you only get to keep three. Or wring a chicken’s neck after its legs were crushed under its moveable pen, just to “protect” it from the roosters who kept mounting it. I don’t want to disappoint, just as I don’t want to discourage young people from pursuing a life in farming. As farmers age and as we encourage more young people to join the ranks, we need to share both the horror stories and the heroic ones because the reality is just as important as the romance. Like that of my friend, who lost $30,000 worth of pigs in one month and another $7,000 on fruit trees that didn’t take but remains dedicated to learning best practices in agriculture and sharing them with other young farmers. And the one who had a fox get into her chicken pen and kill 40 in one night and still raised another 1,000 the next year. The friend who dehorned calves without a plan to stop the bleeding, rolled a post pounder and burned a baler to the ground but is currently in the process of buying the family farm. And the one who has to work off farm so much that his farm, and his farming realities, are on the back burner, yet he still makes time to network with and prop up other young farmers. “You can post something that is real, but also heartbreaking and heartfelt,” Kelly says, “and it’s an opportunity to take something and learn and grow and instill change, and positive things can come from that.” Nikki Wiart is a new farmer living in Castor, Alta., writing when her garden, bees, chickens, and pigs allow

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NAFTA talks cordial around agricultural issues Negotiators have agreed to set aside supply management and focus on issues such as sugar and meat testing BY KAREN BRIERE REGINA BUREAU

OTTAWA — As the seventh round of North American Free Trade Agreement talks concluded in Mexico City, Canada’s chief agricultural negotiator said the negotiations remain cordial. That’s likely because in agriculture there are more technical than political issues. Frederic Seppey told the recent Canadian Federation of Agriculture annual meeting that if Canada chose to engage on American demands to dismantle the supply management system for dairy, poultry and eggs, the meetings might be more animated. “We agreed to put that aside and to focus on where we can make progress on the classical issues and modernization issues,” he said in an interview. Classical issues include the longstanding concern about the American requirement for 100 percent verification and testing of Canadian meat products. Seppey said Canada is pushing to move that along. “We are also pushing on issues such as sugar,” he said. “We have now very limited market access and that existing market access is undergoing a lot of challenges.” Another long-standing issue is the American concern about Canada’s grain grading and variety registration systems. Seppey said there were intensive discussions about this during the seventh round but they were hampered by the Americans’ inability to substantiate the problem. The meat issue is quantifiable as $7.1 billion in trade, he said. “We are simply asking the U.S. to explain how it is affecting their interests,” he said with regard to grading and registration. Modernization issues deal with establishing rules around biotechnology and new techniques such as gene editing. But Seppey said the highly sensitive political issues are obviously the more difficult. Earlier at the CFA meeting, a Dairy Farmers of Canada delegate asked why discussion about supply management is always left to the end of trade talks. Seppey said it isn’t a question of being left, but rather whether engaging on it is prudent. “When the United States is simply calling for the elimination of our system and the political statement (from the Canadian government is) very clear, it’s very difficult to engage,” he said. “If we would put a trade proposal forward on sugar they would react the same way. “They stick to a position that we simply cannot engage on.” He observed that Canada spent years negotiating the matter with the United States in the former Trans-Pacific Partnership talks and then the U.S. backed out. The U.S. had been late appointing a chief agriculture negotiator. Asked whether that indicates that the sector really isn’t all that important to the U.S. in NAFTA, Seppey said that idea has some merit. The concerns are really around steel, textiles, automobiles and manufacturing.

Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland shakes hands with U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer as Mexican Economy Minister Ildefonso Guajardo looks on during a joint news conference on the closing of the seventh round of NAFTA talks in Mexico City March 5. | REUTERS/EDGARD GARRIDO PHOTO

And, most agriculture groups in the U.S. support NAFTA and don’t want to put it at risk. On most commodities, Mexico is their most important agricultural market and if they withdraw from NAFTA, tariffs in Mexico will go up significantly. They would rise in Canada also, but less so. “In that regard, there’s only dairy,” he said. “The poultry guys in the U.S. are not pushing for more market access. The dairy guys are very upset about our system but we are also their second largest export market so in the large scheme of things, how important it is to get after the elimination of the system

in Canada, when they have it in sugar, I would argue.” Meanwhile, the CP TPP was scheduled to be signed in Santiago, Chile March 8. Seppey said Japan could ratify by the end of August and Canada could ratify in early 2019 to make sure it is part of the initial six participants. Taiwan and South Korea are already expressing interest in signing on. Seppey said despite recent negotiation failures, a strong World Trade Organization is still important because it can hold trading partners to domestic support rules. karen.briere@producer.com

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BERG’S 20’ GRAIN BOX New Berg’s 20’ Grain Box - (Box only) With Tarp, Lighting, Switching installed, Ladders, & Mud Flaps supplied. Choose your color (Red extra) Installation available.

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Berg’s Trailers 550 George Avenue Winkler, Manitoba R6W 0J4 204-325-5677 bergslenp@mymts.net www.bergstrailers.com

Building Specs: 4”x 6” Solid treated wood timber posts, engineered trusses, 3.5/12 pitch 4’ O/C, 1 fiberglass man door with Weiser smart key lockset, 1-16’ x 14’ Richard Wilcox T150 overhead door with chain operator. Galvanized roof, coloured walls in 29 gauge metal. Delivery & install not included.

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Delivery included in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba (Additional freight may apply to the Peace Region in Alberta) Meridian Manufacturing Inc 1-800-830-2467 *Item may not be exactly as illustrated

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AGTRON LEGEND BASIC SINGLE LOOP WI-FI AIR DRILL RATE AND BLOCKAGE MONITOR SYSTEM

Agtron Enterprises Inc 242 Robin Crescent Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7L 7C2 1-800-667-0640 sales@agtron.com www.legendsensor.com

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10,600

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Item # SP18_084 SELLING PRICE

26,250

Never Spill Spout Inc. 42136 Manning Rd. Ile des Chenes, Manitoba R0A 0T3 1-204-388-4130 johngehrer@yahoo.ca www.neverspillspout.com

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2,625

We produce Dehy Alfalfa pellets that are a very efficient feed for livestock as they minimize waste, reduce freight costs, and handle like grain. Our pellets are 10% max moisture, 17% min protein, 30% max crude fiber, 28% ADF, 42% NDF, 65% TDN. Full analysis provided.

Sask - 1-306-554-0127 or Alberta - 1-780-722-0583.

Item # SP18_013 SELLING PRICE

3,375

Best Farming Systems 9610 - 39 Ave. Edmonton, Alberta T6E 5T9 1-780-469-9066 sthomas@bestenvirotech.com www.bestsoilhealth.com

OPENING BID

338

Get an earlier start this spring with Devloo Roto Mud Scrapers! Keep the packer wheels clean to maintain consistent seed and fertilizer depth for even germination. Uniform growth will be a benefit throughout the full season. Watch our video and read our testimonials on our website. www.rotomudscrapers.com. 25 scrapers.

FOB Arborfield, SK

Can Pro Ingredients Box 278 Arborfield, Saskatchewan S0E 1A0 306-222-3258 ferguson@cpil.ca www.canprofarms.ca

Item # SP18_018

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2,650

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265

NEW DIMO’S MODEL 919® AUTOMATED MOISTURE TESTER The fastest Model 919® EVER!! No temperature measurement or conversion charts required. Tests Hot and Cold Grain at temps. above & below the paper charts. Commodity is selected, Sample is pre-weighed & grain is dumped in the tester by the user. Same ACCURATE Model 919® results are displayed on a large easy to read liquid crystal display. Displays sample Temperature, Dial Drum reading & Percent Moisture for quick comparision to a classic or regular Model 919®. USB port for logging of data from each individual test for later viewing in Excel Spreadsheet. RS-232 Printer port for optional printer. Completely portable with optional battery pack for use in the field. Developed, Manufactured & Serviced in CANADA! 2 year warranty.

Item # SP18_065

THREE IN ONE: 1. Auger Spout, 2. Full Bin Alarm, 3. LED Night Light. Proven design since 2003. Safety—no need to climb high bin ladders anymore! Prevents overfilling of grain bins and plugging augers! 12 Volt LED light - for night operation and Power check! No Snag Spout-bright orange, better visibility at night. Highly audible weatherproof DOUBLE ALARM. Alarms will sound when bin is full (if one breaks, there is a backup!) No need for individual indicators for each bin! 7 Prong plug plugs in standard tractor plug outlet. Never Needs Batteries. PROVEN ENCLOSED DIAPHRAGM SENSOR. Heavy duty construction - prevents damage to unit. Double insulated wires for long life. At pinch point - wire is fed through Plastic hose for protection. Easy to install. In the past 5 years, 50% of our sales have come from recommendations. 2017, 70% of our Sales have come from REPEAT SALES, RECOMMENDATIONS AND REFERRAL FROM NEIGHBOURS, FRIENDS OR FAMILY. Shipping included.

TM- Agricultural is a proprietary formulation that is applied to the plant and the soils existing micro-organisms. It helps to stimulate strain of beneficial microbes that have been dormant, helping to increase and activate bacteria in the soil.

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FOB Winnipeg, MB

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Legend Basic Single Loop Wi-Fi Air Drill Rate and Blockage Monitor System, kit comes with 8” Android tablet, RAM mounts & 6 1” seed sensors.

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4119 Bushel, Meridian GrainMax hopper bin. 4845 cubic feet, 34’ high. This bin has 8 x 4x6 HSS legs, 40 degree bottom cone. Comes with a HD double 5x7 steel skid base, 2 x 14” roof vents, LevAlert bin level indicator, V3006 Airmax aeration and manhole.

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750

16” NEVER SPILL SPOUT - FULL BIN ALARM

MERIDIAN GM4000 GRAIN BIN

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FOB Somerset, MB

Item # SP18_063 SELLING PRICE

1,200

Devloo Roto Mud Scrapers Box 272 Somerset, Manitoba R0G 2L0 204-825-7655 rotomudscrapers@live.ca www.rotomudscrapers.com

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120

19.5L-24 TIRES 19.5L-24 TIRES. SET OF 2. Storage fee applies for any items left two weeks after purchase. Recycling fee of $25/tire.

Dimo’s Tool & Die/Labtronics 12 Bangor Ave. Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 3G4 204-772-6998 halross@halross.com www.halross.com

Item # SP18_033-036

Combine World Highway 16 East Allan, Saskatchewan S0K 0C0 1-800-667-4515 mathieu.combineworld@gmail.com www.combineworld.com

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20,880

2,088

24,000 LBS POWERPAK 30 GRANULAR STARTER FERTILIZER WITH MICROS 12 - 2000 lbs Bags, your choice of 8-19-19 OR 9-36-9 P-K-S blend granular starter fertilizer. Approx 30lbs per acre does 800 acres. Powerpak Granular is a premium PKS Blend fortified with full spectrum of micronutrients.Our high quality proprietary granular formulas are complexed, which protects our PHOS and other nutrients from being tied up in the soil. Nutrients move both laterally & vertically in the root zone with moisture, finding the roots vs root interception. Far less material per acre is needed to correct nutrient deficiency. Less bulk saves you time and money! High quality product vacuumed at plant before delivery to reduce dust. 100% SEED SAFE For Further Information on application call Greg at Power Rich Corp 1-800-491-8984 or visit www.powerrich.com Conditions/Disclaimer - FOB Winnipeg. Tax Exempt. Price adjustment available on custom blends Bulk pricing available. Call Greg

Item # SP18_086-087 SELLING PRICE

21,000

For more information contact us at: Sask - 1-306-554-0127 or Alberta - 1-780-722-0583.

Power Rich Corporation Unit B 1865 Borrows Ave Winnipeg, Manitoba R2R 0V8 1-800-491-8984 www.powerrich.com

130

Item # SP18_014 SELLING PRICE

8,100 CONVEY HAWK II

Minimum height of 20.5 inches to maximum height of 36.5 inches. Transport wheels with handlebar for easy maneuvering. Takes the struggle out of lifting heavy equipment and guarantees safety. Air over hydraulic or bottle jack required and not included. Patent Pending.

A manually operated 18” Aluminum Conveyor System for trailers that will keep any air-seeder auger/conveyor at full capacity. Wireless remote option available at an extra cost. Can be operated in conjunction with our EZ Opener using one integrated wireless remote. Has an easily accessible clean-out and a folding spout for transport.

Eastwood Products Ltd. 248 2nd Avenue Arborfield, Saskatchewan S0E 0A0 306-812-8144 or 306-769-8663 danjo.edwards@sasktel.net www.eastwoodproducts.ca

Item # SP18_074 SELLING PRICE

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399

10 openings, anodized aluminum - T Handle, 1 - inch diameter. Light weight. Grain sample easily emptied out back of handle. FOB Winnipeg, MB

SELLING PRICE

Dimo’s Tool & Die/Labtronics 12 Bangor Ave. Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 3G4 204-772-6998 halross@halross.com www.halross.com

OPENING BID

11,800

FOB St. Gregor, SK

Item # SP18_080 SELLING PRICE

1,000

Best Farming Systems 9610 - 39 Ave. Edmonton, Alberta T6E 5T9 1-780-469-9066 sthomas@bestenvirotech.com www.bestsoilhealth.com

OPENING BID

810

Michel’s Industries, Ltd. P.O. Box 119 #3 Entrance Rd St. Gregor, Saskatchewan S0K 3X0 306-366-2184 teresae@michels.ca www.michels.ca

OPENING BID

100

$1,000 GIFT VOUCHER FOR TOPKROP PRODUCTS (KUGHLER FOLIAR FERTILIZER OR BLACK EARTH HUMICS)

DIMO’S 6’ SAMPLER PROBE

Item # SP18_067

2,100

TM-Agricultural is a proprietary that is applied to the plant and the soils existing micro-organisms. It helps to simulate strain of beneficial microbes that have been dormant helping to increase and activate bacteria in the soil.

HEAVY EQUIPMENT JACK (HEJ)

All items FOB Arborfield, SK.

OPENING BID

TM - AGRICULTURAL – 2000 ACRE PACKAGE

OPENING BID

1,295

SELLING PRICE

1,180

Kugler KQ-XRN is a foliar 72% slow release product that can be applied on the plant at anytime to give your crop the nitrogen boost needed to help plant growth in any condition. $1,000 will treat up to 120 acres at recommended rates. Black Earth Humics are a form of carbon that is needed to promote soil health and enhance micro-biology. It also helps repair saline and alkaline saturated soils. $1,000 will treat up to 120 acres at recommended rates. FOB Kinistino, SK

Item # SP18_094-098 SELLING PRICE

1,400

PRAIRIE STEEL - GOEBEL 1505RL 3290 BUSHEL BIN

SPRAYTEST WIRELESS REMOTE BOOM CONTROL

Goebel 1505RL, 3290 bushels, 15 Foot diameter, 5 rings high, 2 ring 4x4 skid, 18 inch air.

The $1,400 is eligible for any Model of Spraytest wireless remote boom control to fit the winning bidders sprayer. It comes complete with a plug and play harness and free shipping.

$987 Set-up fee ($.30 / bushel) + delivery not included.

TopKrop Fertilizer Inc. Box 141 Kinistino, Saskatchewan S0J 1H0 306-961-1231 w.hanson@sasktel.net www.topkrop.ca

OPENING BID

140

All pricing FOB Clavet, SK

Item # SP18_088

Prairie Steel Products Box 8 Clavet, Saskatchewan S0K 0Y0 306-933-1141 chris@prairiesteel.com www.prairiesteel.com

Item # SP18_089-90

Spray Test Controls Inc. Box 269 Beechy, Saskatchewan S0L 0C0 1-306-859-1200 spraytest@sasktel.net www.spraytest.com

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SELLING PRICE

OPENING BID

6,499

650

This professionally built custom 12’ x 14’ gable shed features 4” x 6” skids, 1 1/2” plank floors with OSB tops, 2”x 4” walls, 3/8” OSB wall sheathing, 7/16” OSB roof sheating, 6’ steel roll up door, chalet siding, harvard slate shingles and a 10/12 pitch roof. Call the Project Centre for delivery options at 1-780-361-6188.

OPENING BID

659

Item # SP18_037 SELLING PRICE

8,375

Shipping included.

ABJ AgriJet 49 Cherry Crescent Brandon, Manitoba R7B 0Y3 1-204-724-4519 map@mts.net www.abjagri.com

Item # SP18_001-005

OPENING BID

395

New Technotill 2.0 Precision Packer NEW Technotill 2.0 Precision Packers provide precise seed placement and on row packing. Technotill 2.0 is an updated design which places fertilizer on each side of the seed row, maintains minimal soil disturbance, and improves durability. Check out Technotill 2.0 in action on Youtube and our website. https:// youtu.be/gRDvOgiCMRg This set of 25 Technotill 2.0 Precision Packers includes packer plates with tungsten carbide wear plates and split fertilizer sideband. Product available for shipping January 1, 2019. Disclaimer: Opener not included.

Item # SP18_093 SELLING PRICE

659

36’ HART CARTER BAT

BIN LID WINCH

36’ HART CARTER BAT FOR HONEYBEE SP36. P/N: HCP 783769.

Cost Effective Cable Management, allows you to open lid from partial position to wide open. Built from stainless steel and Aluminum materials. Works on flat or hopper bins. (Box of 20).

Storage fee applies for any items left two weeks after purchase.

OPENING BID

838

OPENING BID

469

Technotill Wetaskiwin, Alberta T9A OP1 1-780-352-9890 info@technotill.com www.technotill.com

OPENING BID

All items FOB Arborfield, SK.

Combine World Highway 16 East Allan, Saskatchewan S0K 0C0 1-800-667-4515 mathieu.combineworld@gmail.com www.combineworld.com

Item # SP18_053-062

Item # SP18_070 SELLING PRICE

320

DIMO’S SAMPLE DIVIDER

11L-15 8 PLY, L-1 TIRES

Used to evenly split or divide a sample into 2 equal parts. Sample is placed into the upper funnel and released by pulling out the slide. Gravity evenly disperses the grain over a center cone and into 16 pockets. Grain remains separated and falls into the two different collection pails.

11L-15 8 PLY, l-1 TIRES. SET OF 2. Storage fee applies for any items left two weeks after purchase.

Item # SP18_066

Combine World Highway 16 East Allan, Saskatchewan S0K 0C0 1-800-667-4515 mathieu.combineworld@gmail.com www.combineworld.com

NEW TECHNOTILL 2.0 PRECISION PACKER

Set of nozzles for typical 100 foot sprayer, 60 tips, your choice of Case Aim, Sharp Shooter or original air bubble jet nozzles. Superior coverage with uniform droplet size and reduced drift!

FOB Winnipeg, MB

175

Storage fee applies for any items left two weeks after purchase.

EASY JET CASE AIM - SHARP SHOOTER OR ORIGINAL AIR BUBBLE JET VOUCHER

SELLING PRICE

OPENING BID

CRARY BIG TOP HOPPER EXTENSION, ADDS 85 BUSHELS. FITS 8560-8780XP.

Wetaskiwin Co-op 4707 - 40 Ave. Wetaskiwin, Alberta T9A 2B8 1-780-352-9121 cshulver@wetaskiwincoop.com www.wetaskiwincoop.com

Item # SP18_100

SELLING PRICE

1,750

CRARY BIG TOP HOPPER EXTENSION

12’ X 14’ SHED

SELLING PRICE

Eastwood Products Ltd. 248 2nd Avenue Arborfield, Saskatchewan S0E 0A0 306-812-8144 or 306-769-8663 danjo.edwards@sasktel.net www.eastwoodproducts.ca

OPENING BID

Recycling fee of $4/tire.

Dimo’s Tool & Die/Labtronics 12 Bangor Ave. Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 3G4 204-772-6998 halross@halross.com www.halross.com

Item # SP18_023-032

Combine World Highway 16 East Allan, Saskatchewan S0K 0C0 1-800-667-4515 mathieu.combineworld@gmail.com www.combineworld.com

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SELLING PRICE

OPENING BID

24,000

2,400

MERIDIAN PLATINUM FUEL EXPRESS TRAILER

Knotty Pine Cabins 12x16 ft. Shell. Package Includes: All pre-assembled 2x6 wall panels; Scissor trusses; Two 40 inch x 40 inch thermo pane slider windows and one Solid 36 inch entrance door; Metal exterior roof (colour options available); All hardware or assembly and Easy to follow instruction manual. 12x16 ft. Cabin Options Included: 12x16 ft. Floor Package: includes 2x8 joists, 3/4 inch plywood and 4x6 treated skids; 12x6 ft. Loft Package with ladder and rails; 4 ft. Front Roof Extension; 12x6 ft. deck and rails; Two 36 inch x 36 inch thermo pane slider windows and floor and roof insulation package.

Delivery included to Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Item may not be exactly as illustrated. Meridian Manufacturing Inc 1-800-830-2467

Meridian Manufacturing Inc. 1-800-830-2467 www.meridianmfg.com

*Item may not be exactly as illustrated

Item # SP18_078

OPENING BID

799

Item # SP18_075 SELLING PRICE

DIMO’S NEW WIFI INFRA-RED BIN TEMPERATURE PROBE

Dimo’s Tool & Die/Labtronics 12 Bangor Ave. Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 3G4 204-772-6998 halross@halross.com www.halross.com

Item # SP18_069

OPENING BID

220

3,530

FOB St. Gregor, SK

Item # SP18_081 SELLING PRICE

589

10-15 8 PLY, I-1 TIRES

HARVEST SCREEN

10-15 8 PLY, I-1 TIRES. SET OF 2. Storage fee applies for any items left two weeks after purchase.

The original Harvest Screen prevents header loss, quick attach, no holes to drill, quick return on investment.

Recycling fee of $4/tire.

All items FOB Arborfield, SK

Combine World Highway 16 East Allan, Saskatchewan S0K 0C0 1-800-667-4515 mathieu.combineworld@gmail.com www.combineworld.com

Item # SP18_021-022

OPENING BID

645

10” NEVER SPILL SPOUT - FULL BIN ALARM WE RECEIVED 1ST PLACE AT 2018 MANITOBA AG DAYS FOR FARM SAFETY THREE IN ONE: 1. Auger Spout, 2. Full Bin Alarm, 3. LED Night Light. Proven design since 2003. Safety—no need to climb high bin ladders anymore! Prevents overfilling of grain bins and plugging augers! 12 Volt LED light - for night operation and Power check! No Snag Spout-bright orange, better visibility at night. Highly audible weatherproof DOUBLE ALARM. Alarms will sound when bin is full (if one breaks, there is a backup!) No need for individual indicators for each bin! 7 Prong plug plugs in standard tractor plug outlet. Never Needs Batteries. PROVEN ENCLOSED DIAPHRAGM SENSOR. Heavy duty construction - prevents damage to unit. Double insulated wires for long life. At pinch point - wire is fed through Plastic hose for protection. Easy to install. In the past 5 years, 50% of our sales have come from recommendations. 2017, 70% of our Sales have come from REPEAT SALES, RECOMMENDATIONS AND REFERRAL FROM NEIGHBOURS, FRIENDS OR FAMILY. Shipping included.

Item # SP18_082

2,052

Knotty Pine Cabin 12720 126 Ave. Edmonton, Alberta T5L 3C8 1-780-484-2224 www.knottypinecabins.ca

OPENING BID

353

Wireless Remote operated chute opener for 2 hopper trailer with one remote. Can be mounted on either side of trailer with chute position feedback. Chute limits are set during the wireless remote programing. Comes with electric shut off switch and LED indicator light that ensures customers that their chutes are closed.

FOB Winnipeg, MB.

SELLING PRICE

OPENING BID

EZ-OPENER 210

10 foot length with a single infra-red sensor at the tip; Instant Temperature readings displayed directly on your smart phone or other WI-FI device; Simply switch ON the Probe & connect to it through WI-FI; Open up Browser on your Phone or other WI-FI device (IPod or IPad) & enter IP address; Temperature & battery life is displayed in large easy to Read Font; No internet or cellular service is required!!! Filled Bins or Grain Bags can be probed in various locations and temperature instantly displayed. Completely wireless.

SELLING PRICE

20,515

12’X16’ KNOTTY PINE CABIN

Meridian’s Platinum Fuel Express trailer with its large capacity of 3,750L, along with its high volume 40 gallon/ minute fuel pump & 50’ of 1” hose/auto nozzle on a retractable hose reel makes refueling equipment in the field quick and easy. Also comes equipped with a 208L DEF System (diesel exhaust fluid) which includes the tank, 12 volt pump & 25’ of 3/4” hose/auto nozzle on a retractable hose reel as well. Registered with Transport Canada as a UN Standard Mobile IBC.

SELLING PRICE

Item # SP18_072 SELLING PRICE

7,775

Michel’s Industries, Ltd. P.O. Box 119 #3 Entrance Rd St. Gregor, Saskatchewan S0K 3X0 306-366-2184 teresae@michels.ca www.michels.ca

OPENING BID

Eastwood Products Ltd. 248 2nd Avenue Arborfield, Saskatchewan S0E 0A0 306-812-8144 or 306-769-8663 danjo.edwards@sasktel.net www.eastwoodproducts.ca

OPENING BID

744

4600L MERIDIAN DOUBLE WALL AG TURNKEY PACKAGE Unique to Wetaskiwin Co-op, this Meridian turkey package features: Meridian 4600L Double Wall Tank, fill Rite FR701V pump, fill Rite 807C Meter, filter, 20 ft x 3/4 inches arctic hose, automatic nozzle, drip pot, hose re-tractor, level gauge, dip stick, standard skid.

Never Spill Spout Inc. 42136 Manning Rd. Ile des Chenes, Manitoba R0A 0T3 1-204-388-4130 johngehrer@yahoo.ca www.neverspillspout.com

Call John for delivery options 780-352-3359.

Item # SP18_101

Wetaskiwin Co-op Agro 3702-47th Street Wetaskiwin, Alberta T9A 2J1 1-780-352-3359 jmah@wetaskiwincoop.com www.wetaskiwincoop.com

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SELLING PRICE

OPENING BID

399

DIMO’S MODEL 919® AUTOMATED SMART CHART II

Item # SP18_068 SELLING PRICE

Dimo’s Tool & Die/Labtronics 12 Bangor Ave. Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 3G4 204-772-6998 halross@halross.com www.halross.com

Item # SP18_043-052 SELLING PRICE

3,825

4600L MERIDIAN DOUBLE WALL AG TANK

35 Gallon - 12 volt High Capacity Pump, 5 GPM, built in 60PSI pressure switch, in line suction strainer, 1/4 turn suction valve 30 Ft. Hose, on/off adjustable fire nozzle, steel hose hanger, Welded steel base. Can be mounted on Grain Carts, service trucks / pick-ups, ATV’s or side by sides.

As an industry leader in tank design, this Meridian Double Wall Ag duty tank features: CAN-ULC S601-07 Approved, heavy gauge steel construction, lifting lugs, two fully welded tank saddles, emergency vents, spare fittings ports, Meridian’s premium powder coat finish, 100% secondary containment.

Eastwood Products Ltd. 248 2nd Avenue Arborfield, Saskatchewan S0E 0A0 306-812-8144 or 306-769-8663 danjo.edwards@sasktel.net www.eastwoodproducts.ca

Item # SP18_071 SELLING PRICE

OPENING BID

995

100

GLEANER ACCELERATOR ROLL KIT WITH HARDWARE FOR N-SERIES & R-SERIES COMBINES WITH BOLT ON LUGS ONLY

Item # SP18_041-042 SELLING PRICE

Combine World Highway 16 East Allan, Saskatchewan S0K 0C0 1-800-667-4515 mathieu.combineworld@gmail.com www.combineworld.com

107

Wetaskiwin Co-op Agro 3702-47th Street Wetaskiwin, Alberta T9A 2J1 1-780-352-3359 jmah@wetaskiwincoop.com www.wetaskiwincoop.com

Item # SP18_099 SELLING PRICE

15,750

OPENING BID

1,575

Sask - 1-306-554-0127 or Alberta - 1-780-722-0583.

Best Farming Systems 9610 - 39 Ave. Edmonton, Alberta T6E 5T9 1-780-469-9066 sthomas@bestenvirotech.com www.bestsoilhealth.com

Item # SP18_015 SELLING PRICE

695

OPENING BID

13” NEVER SPILL SPOUT - FULL BIN ALARM WE RECEIVED 1ST PLACE AT 2018 MANITOBA AG DAYS FOR FARM SAFETY

Four wheel drive electric auger mover for 10 inch & 13 inch augers. Electric motors with gearboxes; Connecting shaft to make hopper mover four wheel drive; Wiring direct to tractor battery; Disconnect to unplug harness. Comes with two remote controls.

Item # SP18_085

Call John for delivery options 1-780-352-3359.

383

For more information contact us at:

NEVER SPILL SPOUT AUGER HOPPER MOVER WITH 2 REMOTES

Shipping is included.

OPENING BID

TM-Agricultural is a proprietary that is applied to the plant and the soils micro-organisms. It helps to simulate strain of beneficial microbes that have been dormant helping to increase and activate bacteria in the soil.

OPENING BID

1,069

Combine World Highway 16 East Allan, Saskatchewan S0K 0C0 1-800-667-4515 mathieu.combineworld@gmail.com www.combineworld.com

TM - AGRICULTURAL – 1500 ACRE PACKAGE

GLEANER ACCELERATOR ROLL KIT WITH HARDWARE FOR N-SERIES & R-SERIES COMBINES WITH BOLT ON LUGS ONLY. COMPLETE SET. P/N: AM 71339372. Storage fee applies for any items left two weeks after purchase.

Storage fee applies for any items left two weeks after purchase.

H20 FIRE PRO

All items FOB Arborfield, SK.

OPENING BID

30’ HART CARTER BAT FOR JD900 SERIES R/F, CASE IH 2010/2020 & NH 971/973. P/N: HCP 783220.

OPENING BID

795

395

30’ HART CARTER BAT

NO MORE PAPER CHARTS. Select commodity, enter sample temp & dial drum number & the % moisture is displayed. Paper chart temps are limited to between 11 & 30° C. Benefit: Increases measuring range of Model 919® by allowing users to enter temps above 30° C or below 0° C. ACCESSORIES include: 1) hand held probe to measure, display & auto input the sample temp directly into the smart chart. 2) portable 10’ Infra-Red Digital bin probe to instantly measure & display the temp of stored grain on the Smart Chart II. 3) NEW rigid 10’ wireless multi-zone bin probe. 2x5 foot sections with 2 temp sensors on each section for a total of 4 temp sensors. Allows you to monitor stored grain temps at various levels inside the bin without having to plug into display unit. A transmitter on the handle of the probe wirelessly transmits temp data to be displayed on a New Smart Charts II. Test weight conversion charts are also installed in the unit. Simply choose your commodity, enter the grams per 0.5L & the lbs/bu & kg/hL are displayed. FOB Winnipeg, MB

SELLING PRICE

Never Spill Spout Inc. 42136 Manning Rd. Ile des Chenes, Manitoba R0A 0T3 1-204-388-4130 johngehrer@yahoo.ca www.neverspillspout.com

Item # SP18_083

Never Spill Spout Inc. 42136 Manning Rd. Ile des Chenes, Manitoba R0A 0T3 1-204-388-4130 johngehrer@yahoo.ca www.neverspillspout.com

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SELLING PRICE

OPENING BID

10,500

1,050

TM - AGRICULTURAL – 1000 ACRE PACKAGE

Sask - 1-306-554-0127 or Alberta - 1-780-722-0583.

Item # SP18_016-017

Best Farming Systems 9610 - 39 Ave. Edmonton, Alberta T6E 5T9 1-780-469-9066 sthomas@bestenvirotech.com www.bestsoilhealth.com

OPENING BID

595

IH BOTTOM KNIFE SHEET. FITS 40/60/66 SERIES (185141C4). Storage fee applies for any items left two weeks after purchase.

Combine World Highway 16 East Allan, Saskatchewan S0K 0C0 1-800-667-4515 mathieu.combineworld@gmail.com www.combineworld.com

Item # SP18_038-039

All items FOB Arborfield, SK.

Item # SP18_073 SELLING PRICE

1,346

OPENING BID

650

Standard Features: UN 43.146-2002 approved for Transport Canada, Magnum Tough, Lifting lugs, Premium Powdercoat Finish, 2” fusible plug, Extreme Duty Tie Down Lugs, 3/16” Steel up to 660 Gallon, 1/4” Steel for the 1000 Gallon. Options: Pump Package, Lockable Tool Box to keep pump and hoses out of the weather.

Item # SP18_077 SELLING PRICE

495

SPRAYTEST SET OF BLUE LED SPRAYER LIGHTS

18’ COMPLETE KNIFE WITH KNIFE HEAD FOR JD 200/900

Blue LED Sprayer Lights light up the entire boom to spray in reduced light or night spraying. Set includes 2 lights; no mounting brackets included. Shipping included.

18’ COMPLETE KNIFE WITH KNIFE HEAD FOR JD 200/900. Storage fee applies for any items left two weeks after purchase.

SELLING PRICE

2,000

Spray Test Controls Inc. Box 269 Beechy, Saskatchewan S0L 0C0 1-306-859-1200 spraytest@sasktel.net www.spraytest.com

OPENING BID

200

Item # SP18_040 SELLING PRICE

1,299

MAGNUM OIL TANK 300 GALLON SINGLE WALL

DIMO’S MODEL 919® MOISTURE TESTER W/CASE

Premium Powder Coat Finish, Large Drainage box can handle 20 Litre Pails, Grate for draining Filters, Removable mesh for easy suction, Easy slide Lid, Manufactured in Saskatchewan, Custom Colours Available, Single Wall, Double Wall, Horizontal, Vertical.

The industry standard for grain moisture testing in Canada for more than 50 years. This complete moisture meter kit includes the new storage/transport case with the Model 919® Moisture tester and 500 x 0.1 g digital scale. Comes with thermometer, AC adapter, book of charts and 9 volt external battery clip. 2 year warranty on tester and scale.

Item # SP18_076

100

Eastwood Products Ltd. 248 2nd Avenue Arborfield, Saskatchewan S0E 0A0 306-812-8144 or 306-769-8663 danjo.edwards@sasktel.net www.eastwoodproducts.ca

OPENING BID

134

MAGNUM 165 GALLON TRANSPORT CANADA TANK

IH BOTTOM KNIFE SHEET

Item # SP18_091-092

OPENING BID

High Clearance Sprayer Jack - Adjustable from 50 inch – 74 inch (other heights available). Moves easy and very user friendly. Eliminates high risk in jacking of Sprayers. Hydraulic Jack not included. Jack comes with serial number and engineer certification decal.

For more information contact us at:

SELLING PRICE

995

HIGH CLEARANCE SPRAYER JACK

TM-Agricultural is a proprietary formulation that is applied to the plant and the soils existing micro-organisms. It helps to stimulate strain of beneficial microbes that have been dormant helping to increase and activate.

SELLING PRICE

Magnum Sales and Fabricating Box 1535 Maple Creek, Saskatchewan S0N 1N0 1-306-662-2681 magnumsales@sasktel.net www.magnumfabricating.com

FOB Winnipeg, MB

Item # SP18_064

Magnum Sales and Fabricating Box 1535 Maple Creek, Saskatchewan S0N 1N0 1-306-662-2681 magnumsales@sasktel.net www.magnumfabricating.com

OPENING BID

Combine World Highway 16 East Allan, Saskatchewan S0K 0C0 1-800-667-4515 mathieu.combineworld@gmail.com www.combineworld.com

OPENING BID

130

Dimo’s Tool & Die/Labtronics 12 Bangor Ave. Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 3G4 204-772-6998 halross@halross.com www.halross.com

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Canada big loser if NAFTA fails: Harper Former prime minister says the biggest blow to Canada and Mexico would be the potential loss of investment in those countries BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

RED DEER â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Canada and Mexico will be the losers if negotiations to strike a new North American Free Trade Agreement fail, said former Prime Minister Stephen Harper A collapse of NAFTA will not hurt the United States as much because no one will stop investing there but they may shy away from Canada or Mexico, said Harper. Canada has a number of free trade agreements that open up opportunities but the U.S. is still the best trading partner, he said at the recent Alberta Beef Industry Conference held in Red Deer. Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mistake may have been siding with Mexico rather than embracing the U.S., he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cross our fingers that the current government does not blow our negotiations with the Americans and we end up having NAFTA cancelled,â&#x20AC;? he said. He has started an international consulting company, Harper and Associates, to help businesses make contacts and invest around the world. He sees big opportunities for agri-business and agriculture because people want access to Canadian food products. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have got to be in that game because it is a unique advantage for our country and for you,â&#x20AC;? he said. He does not think President Donald Trump will pull out of NAFTA. During the presidential election campaign Trump did not mention Canada in his criticisms of the agreement. However, he acknowledged that Americans have some irritants over Canadian farm policies such as supply management, which protects the dairy and poultry sectors with high tariffs and limited foreign access. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Supply management is always a tough issue for governments. This did not have to be the case but it is. The most important thing is we get a deal of some kind. We cannot have a situation where NAFTA gets cancelled and where our trade access with the United States is not on a secure basis,â&#x20AC;? he said. The former chief negotiator in the original agreement is also confid e n t a d e a l w i l l b e re a c h e d , although supply management is an ongoing irritant to the Americans, said John Weekes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The U.S. has proposed that all import barriers on supply-managed products should be completely eliminated. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think that will be accepted by the government. The United States has not

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said it will do anything to eliminate trade distortions and subsidies in their dairy sector,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think there is a deal to be had on the NAFTA because there is fundamentally so much basic interest in the United States that would benefit from maintaining the NAFTA and would benefit them from an improved NAFTA,â&#x20AC;? he said. It is important to convince Trump of the benefits, and more internal pressure in the U.S. is being exerted to accept a deal, he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He just has to be convinced broadly speaking this is something he can espouse and stand in well with his base,â&#x20AC;? he said. NAFTA is due for revision to make room for digital commerce. That part of the negotiations has moved along well but the other issues have arisen. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I always thought a trade agreement was about establishing rules to provide opportunity for people to compete rather than guaranteeing anybody benefits. We are in a different world it would appear,â&#x20AC;? Weekes said. The U.S. also wants to change the three types of dispute settlements so they are eliminated or not binding. It also advocated sunset proposals in which NAFTA would be terminated every five years, unless the parties agreed it should continue. That does not provide the kind of certainty that investors and businesses need to make plans, said Weekes. Joining the Trans-Pacific Partnership is good news for Canada. The U.S. used all its leverage to get the best possible deal and then Trump pulled out, so the remaining 11 nations could enjoy the benefits of what they were able to negotiate. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We really need to thank Donald Trump for that as an unprecedented opportunity to get into the Japanese market and some of these other markets,â&#x20AC;? he said. Annual exports from Canada to TPP partners are $6.9 billion currently of which $4.3 billion goes to Japan.

Canada also achieved a free trade deal with Europe but the exports are considerably less by comparison. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Japan is a much more significant and current market for Canadian agriculture products than the EU,â&#x20AC;? he said. Besides Japan, Vietnam and Malaysia are also significant growth markets. The gradual reduction of Japanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s high tariffs should help Canadians save $338 million in tariff payments. Tariffs on imported beef are currently 38.5 percent and will drop immediately to 27.5 percent. Eventually, the duties drop to nine percent. The ministers of the 11 countries

were expected to meet in Chile March 8 to sign the agreement. At that time other countries like Indonesia, Thailand and South Korea could also signal an interest in joining. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As they join, it will put more pressure on the United States also to modify their trade policy,â&#x20AC;? he said. After signing, Canada needs to ratify the agreement as quickly as possible so it can take advantage of tariff cuts. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get in there from the beginning, the dance card of all the potential partners is already full,â&#x20AC;? Weekes said. As for the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement with

the EU, Canada has been offered a major opportunity. It exported about $2.3 billion there last year and this should improve as tariffs are reduced. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are going to have a tariff preference in the EU for quite a significant period of time. That gives a real opportunity for Canadians who are getting into that market,â&#x20AC;? he said. The U.S. was also negotiating with Europe but that has fallen aside for now. To take advantage of improved access and lower duties, some U.S. companies may invest in Canada to get around this, said Weekes. barbara.duckworth@producer.com

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Pulse exports down, grain and oilseeds up Canadian Grain Commission releases figures on agricultural exports for first half of 2017-18 crop year BY BRIAN CROSS SASKATOON NEWSROOM

The Canadian Grain Commission has released figures that shed new light on the pace of Canada’s agricultural exports in the first half of the 2017-18 crop year. Not surprisingly, the figures s h o w a d r a s t i c re d u c t i o n i n exports of Canadian field peas and lentils. However, the pace of wheat and canola shipments — Western Canada’s two largest crops — was above last year’s pace through the first six months of the shipping season.

PEAS Exports of Canadian peas were down by nearly a million tonnes between Aug. 1, 2017, and Jan. 31, 2018, compared to the same period last year. Total pea exports during the first six months of 2017-18 were listed at 1.037 million tonnes, down 49 percent from 2.022 million tonnes last year.

LENTILS Year-to-date lentil exports were down almost 78 percent at 130,000 tonnes as of Jan. 31, compared to 578,000 tonnes a year earlier. Lentil exports to India as of Jan. 31 were listed at a meager 57,000 tonnes, compared to 312,000 tonnes last year. Lentil exports to Turkey were also down sharply at 38,000 tonnes compared to 127,000 last year. Sales to Bangladesh were listed at zero compared to 86,000 tonnes in 2016-17.

ALL GRAINS AND OILSEEDS Despite what some industry observers are describing as a shipping disaster on par with the industry-wide grain backlog of 2013-14 , total exports of all Canadian grains and oilseeds as of Jan.

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31 were slightly ahead last year’s record pace, Statistics Canada figures showed. Canadian exporters shipped approx imately 21.78 million tonnes of grain and oilseeds during the first half of the 2017-18 crop year, including 7.97 million tonnes of wheat, 1.92 million tonnes of durum, 5.52 million tonnes of canola and 2.9 million tonnes of soybeans.

During the same six-month period in 2016-17, total exports were listed at 21.68 million tonnes, including 6.67 million tonnes of wheat, 2.02 million tonnes of durum, 5.45 million tonnes of canola and 3.21 million tonnes of soybeans. It is widely expected that Statist i c s C a n a d a’s n e x t m o n t h l y export summary will reflect a slowdown in shipping perfor-

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U.S. farm sector fears looming financial crisis Growers lobby for a U.S. farm bill with a robust crop insurance program and improved risk management programs BY SEAN PRATT SASKATOON NEWSROOM

ANAHEIM, Calif. — The U.S. farm sector is on the brink of a fullfledged crisis, say commodity groups. Kevin Skunes, president of the National Corn Growers Association, said the average Iowa farmer in 1993 was paying $74 per acre in machinery costs, $113 per acre in input costs and $92 per acre in land costs. The average corn price was $2.25 per bushel and average yields were 133 bu. per acre, resulting in a net profit of $20 per acre. The same grower in 2017 shelled out $117 per acre in machinery costs, $250 per acre for inputs and $230 per acre for land. The average corn price was $3.36 per bu. and the average yield was 177 bu. per acre, delivering a net loss of $10 per acre. “Time is running out to avoid a significant farm crisis,” Skunes told reporters attending the 2018 Commodity Classic conference. He is struggling to stay in business after four years of low corn prices and there is no relief on the horizon with the U.S. Depart-

A farmer watches as corn kernels are dumped into a grain elevator during last year’s harvest near Dixon, Nebraska. | REUTERS/LUCAS JACKSON PHOTO

ment of Agriculture forecasting a 2018 average corn price of $3.40 per bu. “The outlook remains uncertain at best and bleak at worst,” said Skunes. That is why the corn growers are lobbying for a 2018 U.S. farm bill with a robust crop insurance pro-

gram, improved risk management programs and enhanced conservation and research programs. Ron Moore, chair of the American Soybean Association, said crop prices are down 40 percent and net farm income is down 50 percent since 2013. “It’s getting hard for farmers,

regardless of their age or experience, to secure funding for their operations,” he said. Moore said farm bills were created for times exactly like this and he wants a new five-year bill in place by the time the old one expires in September 2018. “The rocky farm economy underscores the need for a strong farm safety net,” he said. “We can’t afford dramatic cuts anywhere in the farm bill.” In addition to robust crop insurance and price risk insurance programs, the group is pushing for doubling export development program funding. Gordon Stoner, past-president of NAWG, said crop insurance is the top priority for wheat farmers because wheat is often grown in the more arid regions of the country. “Without crop insurance, it would be a tough row for some of our farmers,” he said. U.S. President Donald Trump released a proposed budget in February that would cut crop insurance funding by $26 billion over 10 years. Moore was asked if that was a big concern. He responded that he has been told by the chairs of

the Senate and House agriculture committees that they are designing a bill that will contain evolutionary rather than revolutionary change. U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said he doesn’t write the farm bill but he does provide advice to Congress. “It must help American farmers weather times of economic crisis and stress without distorting markets,” he told farmers attending the Commodity Classic. “I think we can all agree that it doesn’t help prices when producers start planting for the program and not for the market.” Perdue said farmer resilience is being tested by falling commodity prices, rising costs, droughts, flooding and wild fires. The USDA forecasts a further drop in farm income in 2018 of more than six percent. “There is no sugar coating the fact that we are facing some pretty serious challenges today,” said Perdue. “While times are tough, ladies and gentlemen, I know that American farmers and ranchers are tougher.” sean.pratt@producer.com

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U.S. farmers steel themselves against Trump tariff fallout The U.S. president’s proposed steel and aluminum tariff could drive up farm equipment costs in the United States BY ED WHITE WINNIPEG BUREAU

Canadian farmers could also suffer from an American steel tariff because most of them rely on U.S. manufacturers for their biggest and costliest equipment: combines and tractors. | FILE PHOTO

American farmers and machinery manufacturers are bracing for higher prices if steel and aluminum tariffs are slapped on products from Canada and other U.S. trading partners. It might be good news for U.S. steel producers, but big users of big iron are worried. “With equipment dealers holding very limited implement inventory,

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higher steel costs are likely to make their way through the distribution network quicker than some end users would expect,” Vernon Schmidt, executive vice-president of the Farm Equipment Manufacturers Association, said in a statement. “It’s hard to think of a worse time to drive up the cost of equipment purchases for farmers and ranchers.” U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to impose a 25 percent tariff on imported steel and 10 percent on aluminum was being taken seriously within and outside the U.S. Within a day of Trump’s March 1 announcement of the tariffs, some steel product buyers were being warned by manufacturers that they would likely face higher prices soon. The situation has alarmed the American Farm Bureau Federation, which was anxiously awaiting details on exactly how the tariffs would be imposed. “We are still evaluating and waiting for details,” said AFB’s William Rodger in an March 5 email. “We’ve heard a few general statements but want to know more.” The main victim of U.S. tariffs is likely to be the Canadian steel industry, the biggest supplier to the U.S. Canadian farmers could suffer too, since most farms rely on U.S. manufacturers for their biggest and costliest equipment : combines and tractors. Increased costs are expected by almost all economists and observers because the purpose of raising the price of foreign metal is to create an incentive for American users to buy American product instead. That will give American manufacturers more pricing power. “It’s hard not to see the tariffs continuing to push steel prices up,” said Schmidt. “The domestic mills and those few not handcuffed by the tariffs will certainly take advantage of the situation.” Canadian manufacturers might be helped by the U.S. tariffs, some speculate. If domestic steel isn’t flowing into the U.S., a glut on the Canadian side could drop prices. ed.white@producer.com

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Third of consumers say willing to eat lab-grown meat An online survey found 30 percent would be willing to eat cultured meat grown from cells BY CHRIS MCCULLOUGH FREELANCE WRITER

Almost 30 percent of consumers in the United States and United Kingdom interviewed for a survey said they would eat meat grown in a lab. Sixty percent of vegans also said they would give the lab meat a go. The results were obtained from an online survey of 1,000 U.K. and U.S. consumers conducted by Surveygoo, which was commissioned by public relations agency Ingredient Communications. The survey asked consumers if they would be prepared to eat cultured meat grown from cells in a laboratory and explained that this meat was not sourced from any animals. Subsequently, they were asked if they would buy this meat if it was available in shops or restaurants. At the end of the survey, 29 percent of respondents said they would try it, 38 percent said they would not, and the remaining 33 percent said they didn’t know. Of all consumers surveyed, 40 percent of the American respondents said they were much more likely to eat cultured meat than those in the U.K. As well, while 60 percent of vegan respondents said they would try the meat, vegetarians were the lowest interested sector at 23 percent. Also, 28 percent of meat eaters, which made up the largest cohort in the survey (888 of 1,000), said they were prepared to give cultured meat a try. “It’s easy to see why so many consumers welcome the prospect of lab-grown meat,” said Richard Clarke, managing director of Ingredient Communications. “People enjoy eating meat, but often feel guilty about related issues such as animal welfare and the impact of farming on the environment. Cultured meat addresses those concerns, which is a compelling benefit. “Nevertheless, we were surprised by how many respondents expressed a willingness to eat cultured meat. It’s such a new concept and when you consider the backlash against GMOs and the unstoppable momentum of the naturalness trend, it seems counter-intuitive that people would be willing to eat meat produced in a laboratory. However, our survey shows that it has appeal for a significant proportion of consumers, particularly those in America. He said the fact that vegans were more likely to eat cultured meat could be indicative of a group that has long been seen as more adventurous when it comes to new, ethical sources of protein. Neil Cary, managing director of Surveygoo, said the results of the survey show a huge difference between how American and British consumers perceive cultured meat. “It shows how countries which, on the surface, appear to share many similar values, may in fact

diverge quite widely on certain issues. It’s very early days for cultured meat and our findings highlight the value of asking consumers how they feel about cutting-edge developments such as these.” Lab meat could be on menus and supermarkets in the U.S. by the end of this year, according to some cultured meat manufacturers.

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Ryan James had to identify 100 plants from a set of 200 grasses; he only had a minute to view each plant BY JEREMY SIMES EDMONTON BUREAU

For the second year in a row, Ryan James used his skills and smarts to win a high-profile international plant identification competition. James, a University of Alberta student formerly with Lakeland College, scored 95.1 percent this year in the North American Range Plant Identification Test to again place first. He said it was a tight race. “Everyone in the top 10 had really close scores on the test,” he said. “We were all within five percent. I just happened to identify one more plant and make one less spelling mistake. Everyone studies quite hard for this.” The Jan. 30 competition in Sparks, Nevada, attracted 144 university students from across North America. Competitors had one minute to view a plant, then were required to provide its name, origin, and lifespan. Some seedlings were so tiny, they needed a hand lens to see characteristics. “There were 100 plants to identify from a set of 200 grasses, shrubs and forbs from North American rangelands,” James said. As well as placing first, his score helped the University of Alberta’s Range Team place second in the team competition. The top three individual scores were averaged to create the team score. James is working toward an environmental conservation degree at the university, with plans to major in conservation biology. Before that, he completed environmental sciences diplomas at Lakeland College, majoring in conservation and restoration ecology and environmental conservation reclamation. He credited Lakeland instructor Robin Lagroix-McLean for helping him develop his plant-identification skills, noting he couldn’t iden-

Ryan James, a University of Alberta student formerly with Lakeland College, placed first this year at the North American Range Plant Identification Test. | LAKELAND COLLEGE PHOTO tify a single plant during his first field class. “To come from not knowing any plants to being first in North America is a big accomplishment,” he said. “(Lagroix-McLean) was really awesome with plants, so she built that foundation that I could build on with my own abilities.” James hopes to one day work in a field where he can bring environ-

mentalists, ranchers and the general public together. “Grasslands are so interesting,” he said. “You look at them and they seem pretty uniform, but there are so many species there. They are also endangered ecosystems, and lots that are left are with private operations.” jeremy.simes@producer.com

Argentine drought dampens outlook for economic growth BU E N O S A I R E S, A r g e nt i na (Reuters) — A prolonged drought wreaking havoc on Argentina’s soybean and corn crops could threaten the country’s economic performance in 2018, an official said Feb. 26. The four-month dry spell has prompted analysts to slash forecasts for corn and soybean output in the world’s No. 3 exporter of both crops. Rains in the coming days could provide some relief but they are unlikely to reverse harvest losses in a country where agriculture is the backbone of the economy. “The drought is concerning, we are following it closely, and if there is no rain in the coming days it could affect the growth rate,” treasury ministry chief adviser Guido

Sandleris told local radio station Continental. “For this year, we project 3.5 percent growth, but this could have a negative impact.” Since taking office in December 2015, President Mauricio Macri has sought to boost farm output by eliminating export taxes on corn and wheat and gradually lowering them for soybeans and soy products, winning praise from a sector that sparred bitterly with his populist predecessor Cristina Fernandez. Wheat and corn production hit record highs in 2017, helping the economy expand an expected 2.8 percent after contracting 2.2 percent in 2016 as Macri implemented austerity measures and fought rampant inflation. A central bank survey of economists earlier this month found median growth expectations

of three percent for 2018. But the drought has intensified in the past two weeks, resulting in an expected decline in harvest value of US$3.1 billion, or 0.5 percent of gross domestic product when compared to last year, J.P. Morgan said in a client note. The drought has sent soybean futures on the Chicago Board of Trade to one-year highs, while soymeal prices have also surged. Higher prices could offset some of the impact of lower production for Argentina, the world’s No. 1 soybean meal exporter, J.P. Morgan said. Agriculture made up seven percent of Argentina’s GDP in 2016, though that does not include vast soybean crushing operations and other agriculture-linked industries.

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New forecast promises normal precipitation Temperatures are expected to be slightly below seasonal, but not extremely cold, for the next three months BY WILLIAM DEKAY SASKATOON NEWSROOM

A forecast for more precipitation could have southern prairie producers breathing easier this spring. “In terms of precipitation, we are expecting a more active pattern across the extreme south,” Nadine Powell from The Weather Network said Feb. 26. “But we’re not going to see anything too excessive.” This would be welcome relief for some producers who received less than 25 millimetres during the entire growing season last year. “So basically, closer to the international border, precipitation numbers may be a bit higher than normal, but the further north you go towards central sections, that’s where we’re expecting amounts to basically average off to seasonal values,” said the forecaster. A weakening La Nina pattern with cooler than seasonal temperatures is showing movement into a more neutral position heading into spring and perhaps summer. As a result, during the next three months temperatures are expected to be slightly below seasonal, but not extremely cold. “You don’t have to head that far north. Even just north of Highway 1, that’s where you get into slightly cooler and drier conditions,” she said. A lack of insulating snow cover throughout much of the Prairies could exasperate spring seeding from the point of view of colder soil temperatures. However, soils will warm faster under increased daylight. “It can be a bit two-fold because from one point of view, your snow cover can give you a little bit of insulation from the really extreme cold. We haven’t seen that, but at the same time there will be a bit of warming. At least that will help to warm the soil a little bit faster for us,” she said. While excessive flooding is not expected, she said frost might be a concern from lack of snow. “Frost will be a bit tricky and you don’t necessarily have to get down

Normal rainfall is expected for much of the Prairies this spring. | to very, very cold conditions to get into frost. I would say, though, that because we don’t have that much snow cover on the ground right now that the frost might be an issue. For frost, you basically need clear skies, calm winds and that can occur under really calm conditions,” she said. Powell thinks that upcoming precipitation generally will not replenish below average subsurface soil moisture that exists in many areas. “We’re not really expecting that we will see significant additions to

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seasonal precipitation volumes. Going forward to March, April and May normal precipitation values for the area is just about 100 mm and that’s the equivalent regardless of whether you get rain or snow,” she said. “We’re really not anticipating that that number will deviate too far off of that except in areas across the extreme south.” In the near future, meteorologists are tracking some additional snowfall moving through mainly central sections and toward the south.

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Neonic risk to bees found European Food Safety Authority updates its risk assessment BY CHRIS MCCULLOUGH FREELANCE WRITER

A European agency posts new recommendations following a review of more than 1,500 studies on neonicotinoids and the danger these pose to bees. | FILE PHOTO

A food safety group in Europe says most uses of neonicotinoid pesticides represent a risk to wild bees and honeybees. T h e E u ro p e a n Fo o d S a f e t y Authority has updated its risk assessment of three neonicotinoids: clothianidin, imidacloprid and thiamethoxam. The three pesticides are currently subject to restrictions in the EU because of the threats they pose to bees. The authority posted new recommendations following a review of more than 1,500 studies on neonicotinoids.

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The new conclusions update those published in 2013, after which the European Commission imposed controls on use of the substances. For the new assessments, which cover wild bees, bumblebees and solitary bees, as well as honeybees, EFSA’s Pesticides Unit carried out an extensive data collection exercise, including a systematic literature review, to gather the scientific evidence published since the previous evaluations. The team also applied the guidance document developed by EFSA specifically for the risk assessment of pesticides and bees. Jose Tarazona, head of EFSA’s Pesticides Unit, said: “The availability of such a substantial amount of data, as well as the guidance has enabled us to produce ver y detailed conclusions. “There is variability in the conclusions, due to factors such as the bee species, the intended use of the pesticide and the route of expo-

sure. Some low risks have been identified, but overall the risk to the t h re e t y p e s o f b e e s w e h av e assessed is confirmed.” EFSA finalized its conclusions following two separate consultations with pesticide experts in the EU member states. The experts have supported the conclusions. As with the previous assessments, exposure of bees to the substances was assessed via three routes: residues in bee pollen and nectar; dust drift during the sowing/application of the treated seeds; and water consumption. E F S A’s c o n c l u s i o n s w i l l b e shared with risk managers from the European Commission and member states, who will consider potential amendments to the current restrictions on the use of these pesticides. However, some farming organizations argue that a total ban on neonicotinoids is unjustified and would leave growers facing lower yields and increased costs. Graeme Taylor of the European Crop Protection Association said: “We do not dispute the possibility of risk to bees, but do not share EFSA’s view on the nature of that risk. “There are a number of factors impacting bee population of which neonicotinoids are only one. With the right measures, any risk posed to bees can be successfully managed.”

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CHICAGO, Ill. (Reuters) — A federal judge has temporarily blocked California’s plans to require cancer warnings on products containing the popular weed killer glyphosate, in a win for manufacturer Monsanto Co. U.S. district judge William Shubb said the warnings would be misleading because glyphosate is not known to cause cancer, according to court documents filed in California. He still allowed the state to keep glyphosate on a list of cancercausing products. “Given the heavy weight of evidence in the record that glyphosate is not in fact known to cause cancer, the required warning is factually inaccurate and controversial,” Shubb wrote. The judge’s decision is important for Monsanto because warnings could discourage use of glyphosate, which is widely used by farmers on genetically modified crops and by consumers on lawns. The company’s agricultural productivity segment, which includes glyphosate, had net sales of US$3.7 billion in fiscal-year 2017. M o n s a n t o, w h i c h i s b e i n g acquired by Bayer, and U.S. farm groups sued California in November to stop the warnings. The state added glyphosate to its list of cancer-causing chemicals in July 2017 and had planned to require that products containing

the chemical carry warnings by July 2018. California’s Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) said its actions were lawful and that it was pleased the judge denied Monsanto’s request for an injunction against including glyphosate on the list. The state acted after the World Health Organization’s International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) concluded in 2015 that glyphosate was “probably carcinogenic.” Other studies have found the opposite, including one released by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in December. A large, long-term study on glyphosate use by U.S. agricultural workers, published in November as part of a project known as the Agricultural Health Study (AHS), also found no firm link between exposure to glyphosate and cancer. Reuters reported in June that an influential scientist was aware of new AHS research data while he was chairing a panel of experts reviewing evidence on glyphosate for IARC in 2015. He did not tell the panel about it. “Glyphosate is a vital tool that growers have trusted to provide safe, affordable food,” said Chandler Goule, chief executive officer for the National Association of Wheat Growers.

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Dryness adds to bigger U.S. cattle placements The number of cattle that producers sent to feedlots increased 4.4 percent last month than the previous year CHICAGO, Ill. (Reuters) — Ranchers moved 4.4 percent more cattle into U.S. feedlots last month than in January 2017, the U.S. Department of Agriculture reported, surpassing the high end of analysts’ average forecasts. Analysts partly attributed the placement outcome to severe drought in Texas and Oklahoma, along with continued dryness in parts of the northern Plains, that forced cattle off winter wheat grazing land. Packers paid feedlots more for their cattle, which allowed them to buy calves to fatten. And a growing number of heifers entered feed yards, a sign of slowing U.S. herd expansion, said analysts. Largerthan-expected placements of heavy

There were 2.068 million cattle in U.S. feedlots in January. | weight cattle in recent months imply bigger supplies around the late spring to early summer time frame, according to analysts. USDA’s report showed January placements at 2.068 million head,

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up 4.4 percent from 1.981 million a year earlier and above the average forecast of 1.989 million. The government put the feedlot cattle supply as of Feb. 1 at 11.63 million head, up 7.9 percent from 10.782

million a year ago. Analysts, on average, forecast a 7.4 percent increase. USDA said the number of cattle sold to packers were up 6.1 percent in January from a year ago to 1.858 million head. Analysts had projected a six percent rise from 1.751 million last year. The main issue with January’s placement bump is drought in the southern Plains, which likely included some heifers that were originally intended as replacement animals, said North Dakota State University economist Tim Petry. “We’re going to moderate the increase in the U.S. cattle herd anyway, and you throw in all this dry weather it would help to further

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Prairie flax market remains flat with acres set to decline The low prices and flat market are the result of Canada losing market share overseas WINNIPEG (CNS) — A flat flax market in Western Canada has buyers feeling indifferent about this year’s prospects. “There’s no big hurrahs right now on flax…. I hate to say it, I’m a very optimistic type of person but it’s kind of a flat market right now,” said Ben Friesen, senior market manager at Scoular Special Crops. For the last year, the flax market has been steady, according to Friesen. Brown flax has hung around the $12.50 to $13.50 per bushel range. At Ilta Grain Inc., senior commodity trader Mike Allaire said they have been buying flax at prices even lower than that over the last year. According to him, current bids are around the $11.50 to $12 per bu. range with bids on average falling around $12 to $12.50 per bu. for the last year. Allaire said he doesn’t remember buying any flax in the last year for more than $12.25 per bu. The low prices and flat market are due to loss of market share overseas. The Black Sea region has upped its production of all crops, including flax, and is undercutting Canada’s prices in the Chinese and European markets. “It’s just a lot cheaper to ship from (the Black Sea) freight-wise and they’re happy with quality as well. So that’s taking away from us,” Allaire said. Last year’s crop was one of the

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best Allaire has seen qualityw i s e, b u t a s a t r a d e r h e j u s t ha s n ’ t b e e n a b l e t o b e at t h e cheap prices other countries are selling flax at. “We’re (exporting) a little bit more to the U.S. this year because of their small crop, but the unfortunate thing about it is that we probably have the best flax quality I’ve ever seen in my life and we’re not able to export it overseas,” he said. The Outlook for Principal Field Crops report released Feb. 16 by Agriculture Canada predicted flax seed prices will be between $12 to $12.75 per bu. for 2018. Flax acres are expected to decrease to 1.037 million acres this year from 1.040 million acres in 2017. Agriculture Canada’s prediction for fewer acres doesn’t surprise Friesen, who expects to see a slight dip in flax acres. “ I d o b e l i e v e t hat t h e y w i l l (decline) due to different reasons.... I don’t know if terribly significantly, but they will probably slack off a bit,” he said. Neither Scoular nor Ilta Grain have released new crop pricing for flax yet. Overall, it has been a bleak year for the Canadian flax industry so far. In January, the Flax Council of Canada shut its physical office saying it would continue to operate online with a single part-time employee.

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SAO PAULO, Brazil (Reuters) — Two Brazilian companies plan to build ethanol facilities using corn as raw material, aiming to take advantage of ample supplies of the cereal in the country’s west-central region. Brazil’s ethanol industry, the world’s second largest behind t h e U n i t e d S t a t e s, i s a l m o s t entirely based on sugar cane, a raw mater ial usually seen as more efficient than corn. But rising demand for ethanol and successive corn output surpluses could offer opportunities in some regions. Cerradinho Bioenergia plans to build a corn-based ethanol plant in Goiás state with capacity to produce 230 million litres per year, according to a statement released by the state’s press agency. Cerradinho already owns a sugar and ethanol mill in the same location in Goiás. It plans to invest C$108 million in the project. FS Bioenergia, which opened a large corn-based ethanol plant

last year in Lucas do Rio Verde in Ma t o G r o s s o s t a t e , p l a n s t o invest $140 million to double the current production capacity to 530 million litres of ethanol per year. FS chief executive officer Henrique Ubrig said in a written statement that the results so far have been positive, prompting the decision to expand. U.S.-based Summit Agricultural Group is a shareholder in the project. Ethanol sales are climbing in Brazil as consumers switch to the fuel in the face of rising gasoline prices. Hydrous ethanol sales, the type used as a gasoline substitute in flex fuel cars, jumped 33 percent in November from a year earlier, according to oil and fuels regulator ANP. Brazil has also passed legislation setting mandates for fuel distributors to market increasing volumes of ethanol and biodiesel, in a policy designed to increase the use of renewable energy and cut carbon emissions.

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China seeks to rejuvenate countryside with new policy BEIJING, China (Reuters) — China wants to modernize its farm sector by 2035 to boost rural incomes and living standards, according to a government policy statement that comes amid growing concern about a widening wealth gap and slowing economy. The document outlines a National Strategic Plan for Rural Vitalization from 2018 to 2022, according to a statement from a news conference Feb. 5. State news agency Xinhua earlier published the new policy statement outlining the plan by China’s state council and the central committee of the Communist Party. The plan’s objectives and tasks will be worked out by 2020, specifying priorities and steps for different regions, the statement said. The document called for significant progress in rural rejuvenation by 2020, agricultural modernization by 2035 and a “strong agriculture sector and full realization of farmers’ wealth” by 2050. China has the largest agriculture sector in the world and hundreds of

Chinese gov’t subsidizes soybean plants BEIJING, China (Reuters) — China’s Jilin province will issue subsidies to soybean processors and feed makers this year, the provincial grain bureau said Feb. 28, to promote develo pment of the northeastern region’s grain processing sector. No details about the size of the subsidy were included in the notice. “In order to further promote the market-oriented reform of the purchasing and marketing of corn and soybeans, further expand the capability of local processors to handle new crop corn and promote the development of the soybean industry, the province will promulgate the subsidy policy for feed processing enterprises and soybean processing enterprises,” the notice said. Beijing is trying to spur more processing of its primary crops to reduce huge stockpiles and support the local economies in the northeast. Last year, northern provinces also offered subsidies to feed makers but it is the first time soybean processing subsidies are being issued. The move is likely part of efforts to shift planting away from corn and boost production of soybeans, said Yang Linqin, analyst at Cofco Futures. Jilin, northeast of Beijing, is China’s second largest corn-producing province, estimated to produce almost 28 million tonnes in 201718 crop year, according to the China National Grain and Oils Information Center, an official thinktank. It is also a major growing area for soybeans. Companies eligible for the subsidies include feed makers that produced more than 50,000 tonnes of feed in 2016 and soybean processors with annual capacity of 5,000 tonnes and holding a food production licence, said the document.

millions of people work as farmers, but productivity is low because of high labour costs and the small size of farms. The new plan aims to close the gap between urban and rural areas, eliminate poverty and improve governance in the countryside, Han Jun, the director of the Office of the Central Rural Work Leading Group, China’s top rural policymaker, said at a news conference. Local and provincial officials will be held accountable for realizing the strategy, he added. “Implementing the revitalization strategy will be an important yardstick to promote relevant officials,” Han said. This year’s document included long-term targets for the first time

This policy will help us raise more funds to win the battle against poverty. HAN JUN OFFICE OF THE CENTRAL RURAL WORK LEADING GROUP

after previous statements addressed agriculture market reforms and changes in pricing policy. China has tried to modernize its farm sector recently to make it more efficient and better able to supply the changing tastes of a wealthier, more urban population. It has been overhauling support for grain production, abandoning state stockpiling schemes and cut-

ting support prices for major crops, such as wheat and rice, after years of bumper harvests saddled the government with overflowing reserves. The document reiterated plans to improve state auctions and said the government would continue to hold special sales to speed up consuming of the stockpiles. China is also trying to shift the focus to quality rather than quantity by promoting varieties in higher demand, such as high-gluten wheat or silage corn. Those efforts will continue, said the document, which also called for upgrading farm machinery, accelerating the development of modern crops and developing digital agriculture. It also reiterated recent efforts to

better protect water and soil and strengthen management of resources and said China will deepen land reforms, allowing for more transfer of land. China is trying to improve financing in rural areas to support modernization. The document said Beijing would guarantee “strategic financial input” into the revitalization, with public finance prioritizing rural areas. At the news conference, Han said that new avenues for rural fundraising were also needed, while revenues from land transfers needed to be channelled back to the countryside. “This policy will help us raise more funds to w in the battle against poverty,” said Han.

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South Africa aims to resolve farmland issue Country’s new president promises to resolve the issue of racial disparities in property ownership ‘once and for all’ C A P E T O W N, S o u t h A f r i c a (Reuters) — South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said he wants talks on the thorny topic of land expropriation to avoid panic but aims to resolve the issue of racial disparities in property ownership “once and for all”. South Africa took a step on Feb. 28 to hasten the transfer of land from white to black owners when parliament backed a motion seeking to change the constitution to allow land expropriation without compensation. The ruling African National Congress (ANC) has long promised reforms to redress racial disparities in land ownership and the subject

Brazil’s soy industry raises export projection SAO PAULO, Brazil (Reuters) — Brazil is expected to export 68 million tonnes of soybeans in 2018, three million tonnes more than a December projection, as a larger crop boosts shipments abroad, soybean industry group Abiove said March 1. Abiove also raised its view for Brazil’s 2017-18 soybean production to 114.7 million tonnes, above last season’s record seen by the group at 113.8 million tonnes and well above its latest projection for the current season of 109.5 million tonnes released in December. The record production, in a year when Argentina is suffering with a harsh drought that is reducing its soybean crop, is expected to consolidate Brazil’s position as the world’s largest soybean exporter. But despite the problems in Argentina, which will impact the country’s position as a large global exporter of soy byproducts such as soymeal and soyoil, Abiove did not raised its projections for soy processing in Brazil. The body, which represents local units of all the big soy crushers such as ADM, Bunge, Cargill, Cofco and Louis Dreyfus, also increased estimates for soymeal and soyoil production and exports, indicating that other global suppliers are likely to fill the gap left by Argentina. Abiove sees Brazil’s soy processing at 43 million tonnes, unchanged from December projections. The country crushed 41.8 million tonnes in 2017. Soymeal production in 2018 is forecast at 32.7 million tonnes, versus 31.4 million tonnes in 2017, with exports seen at 16.2 million tonnes.

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remains highly emotional more than two decades after the end of apartheid. Whites still own most of South Africa’s land following cen-

turies of brutal colonial dispossession. Ramaphosa said after his recent inauguration that he would speed up the transfer of land to black people, although he stressed that food production and security must be preserved. “I will shortly initiate a dialogue with key stakeholders…. There is no need for any one of us to panic and start beating war drums,” Ramaphosa said in parliament. “We are going to address this and make sure that we come up with resolutions that resolve this once and for all. This original sin that was committed when our country was colonized must be resolved in

a way that will take South Africa forward.” Civil rights group AfriForum has said it will launch an international campaign to inform governments and foreign investors “that property rights in South Africa are being threatened”, it said in a statement. AfriForum, an organization that mostly represents white South Africans on issues like affirmative action, said foreign investments in South Africa will also not be safe should plans for land expropriation without compensation go ahead. Kallie Kriel, chief executive officer of AfriForum, said land expropriation “could unleash conflict in

the country” without elaborating. He said AfriForum will lobby South African trade partners and ask countries whose citizens own land in the country to put pressure on Pretoria to stop the expropriation. The ruling ANC adopted a policy at its conference in December to redress racial ownership disparities by expropriating land without compensation, pledging to do so in a way that does not undermine food security in the country, Africa’s top corn producer. It is still not clear when any change to Section 25 of the constitution to allow expropriation of land without compensation would take place.

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Ukraine soybean area to shrink as profit falls KIEV, Ukraine (Reuters) — The area sown for soybeans in Ukraine is likely to shrink by 14 to 17 percent this year due to an expected decrease in profits for the crop, analyst UkrAgroConsult said recently. Ukraine harvested 3.89 million tonnes of soybean from 4.7million acres in 2017. “Soybean margins will decrease almost by half to 25.4 percent in 2017. Combined with tax innovations, this will make growers less interested in this crop and entail a 200,000 to 300,000 hectare (495,000 to 740,000 acre) cut in plantings for the 2018 harvest,” the consultancy said in a report.

Last year, the Ukrainian parliament cancelled a value-added tax refund for exports of oilseeds from Sept 1, 2018, a move which could cause a significant decrease in Ukrainian purchasing prices and prompt growers to reduce sowing area. Ukraine, which produced only about 120,000 tonnes of soybeans in 2000-01, has boosted its soybean exports to 1.5 million tonnes so far for the 2017-18 season. The country exported a total of 3.5 million tonnes of oilseeds so far in 2017-18, 52 percent more than for the same period in the previous crop year, according to Ukrainian state statistics service.

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CHICAGO, Ill. (Reuters) — Top U.S. food distributors Sysco Corp. and U.S. Foods Inc. have sued the country’s biggest chicken processors for allegedly conspiring to inflate prices. The distributors sued companies including Tyson Foods Inc., Pilgrim’s Pride Corp., Sanderson Farms and Perdue Farms in separate complaints filed earlier this year in federal court. The U.S. chicken sector, dominated by these large meat companies, has come under increased scrutiny in recent years as customers and farmers have alleged antitrust violations relating to pricing,

production and compensation. Tyson, the biggest U.S. chicken company, and Pilgrim’s Pride denied the latest accusations. Sanderson Far ms said it w ill defend itself against the claims, w h i l e p r i v at e l y h e l d Pe rd u e declined to comment. U.S. poultry buyers previously claimed in a 2016 lawsuit that Tyson and its competitors had colluded since 2008 to reduce output and manipulate prices. “Follow-on complaints like these are common in antitrust litigation,” Tyson spokesperson Gary Mickelson said about the lawsuits by Sysco and U.S. Foods.

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Soy tips offered as China trade tensions mount The U.S. Department of Agriculture provides advice to growers and exporters as China tightens soybean restrictions CHICAGO, Ill. (Reuters) — The United States Department of Agriculture has issued grower and grain exporter guidelines to reduce weed seeds in U.S. soybean shipments, after top importer China tightened import specifications on the most valuable U.S. agricultural export. The guidelines released Feb. 27 are intended to soothe rising tension over agricultural trade between the world’s top two economies after a recent series of trade spats. The guidelines cover a range of measures, from how farmers should plant their fields to how exporters including Archer Daniels Midland Co., Bunge Ltd. and Cargill Inc. should clean their grain before loading ships, the agency said. In a handout to farmers and others attending a recent industry gathering in Anaheim, Calif., the USDA recommended that growers “plant soybeans in narrow rows spaced apart 15 inches (38 cm) or less” and “avoid harvesting weeds when possible.” “These are best management practices that, by and large, production agriculture is already aware of and implementing. We’re just asking, as part of this process, on the production side that we refocus on some of those best management practices,” said Greg Ibach, USDA’s under secretary for marketing and regulatory programs. Trade tensions between Beijing and Washington have been simmering for months, even as the agrarian sector struggles with record supplies of grains, low commodity prices and slumping U.S. farm incomes. The fear, say export sources, is that trade restrictions on soybeans could be used as a weapon in the disputes. The U.S. exported about a third of its soybeans to China last year in trade valued at US$12.4 billion, according to USDA. In January, Washington slapped steep duties on imported washing machines and solar panels, triggering a probe by Beijing into U.S. sorghum that was widely seen as retaliation. Weed seeds in soybean shipments prompted Beijing to tighten scrutiny of U.S. shipments begin-

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ning on Jan. 1, in a move expected to delay some U.S. cargoes and raise costs for farmers and exporters in the United States. China announced late last year that U.S. soybean shipments arriving at its ports containing up to one percent of foreign material would be expedited while shipments with more than one percent could be held back for testing. Beijing’s policy change comes amid a global glut of soybeans and heightened competition from rival exporters such as Brazil and Argentina. Shipping data from last year suggested that half of U.S. soybean shipments last year would have

These are best management practices that, by and large, production agriculture is already aware of and implementing. GREG IBACH U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

been held back for further testing. Of the 5.3 million tonnes of U.S. soybeans shipped to China so far this year, the USDA is not aware of any shipments rejected, delayed or discounted in price because they contained foreign material, said spokesperson Will Wepsala. Growers and shippers had been

awaiting the guidelines from USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service since news of China’s policy shift in December. The recommendations are aimed at raising production and handling practices to minimize the risk of import delays or rejections, USDA officials said. The agency urged farmers to control weeds by planting crops in rows 15 inches wide or less, use a variety of different weed killers and rotate crops in fields from year to year. Adjusting harvest equipment settings and regularly cleaning equipment and grain bins can also prevent seeds from getting into harvested grain, the USDA said.

Grain elevators and export terminals were asked to examine incoming soybeans more closely and clean them if necessary. For farmers, the weed control measures may increase the cost of production, but those costs may be offset by higher revenues from larger crop yields resulting from fewer weeds in fields, Ibach said. Exporters, meanwhile, may benefit as improved crop quality lifts demand for U.S. shipments, he said. The USDA also said it would work with China’s General Administrat i o n o f Qu a l i t y Su p e r v i s i o n , Inspection, and Quarantine to promptly address any phytosanitary issues.

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Norway upgrading international seed vault The Arctic facility stores and safeguards the world’s crops and plants from global natural or man-made disaster BY CHRIS MCCULLOUGH FREELANCE WRITER

A giant vault in Norway that holds seeds from around the world is set for a $12.5 million upgrade in order to further protect global food supplies. The work includes a new concrete-built access tunnel, a service building to house emergency power and refrigerating units, and waterproof walls to prepare for a warmer future. Built 10 years ago, the Svalbard Global Seed Vault was constructed in an abandoned Arctic coal mine to store and safeguard the world’s crops and plants from global natural or man-made disaster. Should a nuclear war or global warming kill certain crops, governments will be able to request seeds from the vault to restart their agricultural industries. The vault is home to more than one million unique seed varieties, boosted recently by its latest intake of 70,000 varieties from all over the world. Seeds include rice, wheat and maize, and unusual crops such as Estonian onion potato and blackeyed pea (cowpea), a major protein source in Africa and Southeast Asia. Malting barley seeds from Ireland have also been deposited. The vault is located on a remote island in the Svalbard archipelag o b e t w e e n No r w ay a n d t h e North Pole and has the capacity to store 4.5 million crop varieties. Seeds have been withdrawn from the vault only once, in 2015, to create seed banks in Morocco and Lebanon after the region’s central seed bank in Aleppo in Syria was damaged during the country’s civil war. The seeds have since been regrown and were put back in the Norwegian vault in 2017. Alarms bells were ringing last year when melting permafrost caused by unusually warm temperatures seeped into the seed vault, but fortunately water didn’t

Norway is spending $12.5 million to upgrade the Svalbard Global Seed Vault. | flood into the vault itself. “Agriculture is facing multiple challenges from extreme weather and the demands of a world population expected to reach 10 billion people by 2050,” Norwegian Farm Minister Jon Georg Dale said. “This means it is more important than ever to ensure that seeds — the foundation of our food supply and the future of our agriculture — are safely conserved.”

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New funding for agriculture and food was announced as part of British Columbia’s provincial budget released Feb. 20. “It’s $29 million for investment in the ministry,” said Lana Popham, the B.C. Minister of Agriculture. The funding is over three years for the Grow BC, Feed BC, Buy BC programs. According to the ministry of agriculture, Grow BC helps young farm-

ers access land and supports growers and processors of fruit and nuts to expand local food production. Feed BC is focused on increasing the use of BC grown and processed food in government facilities including schools and hospitals. Buy BC helps producers and processors to market their products. The 2018 service plan for the ministry outlined objectives and strategies for the ministry including an objective regarding the Agriculture Land Reserve. “That’s a huge project that’s

underway,” said Popham. The ministry has been mandated with revitalizing the agriculture land reserve and the agriculture land commission. This past January, an independent advisory committee was established to provide the government with advice and guidance to support possible regulatory and administrative improvements. According to the service plan, agriculture is a $14 billion industry in the province and provides about 62,900 jobs.

U.S. winter wheat crop deteriorated in February CHICAGO, Ill. (Reuters) — Condition ratings for winter wheat declined in February across most U.S. Plains states, including top producer Kansas, the U.S. Department of Agriculture said Feb. 26, underscoring the effect of drought in the region. The government rated 12 percent of the Kansas winter wheat crop in good to excellent condition, down from 14 percent at the end of January and down from 43 percent a year ago. USDA rated four percent of the

Oklahoma wheat crop as good to excellent, unchanged from the end of January but down from 43 percent a year earlier. Virtually all of Kansas and Oklahoma are abnormally dry and 89 percent of Oklahoma is in a severe drought, according to a recent weekly U.S. Drought Monitor, which is prepared by a consortium of climatologists. Monthly wheat ratings also declined in Montana, the Dakotas, Nebraska and Colorado. Like Kansas and Oklahoma, farmers in

these states grow hard red winter wheat. Crop ratings improved in Illinois, which produces soft red winter wheat. The USDA rated 45 percent of the Illinois wheat crop as good to excellent, up from 38 percent a month ago. The USDA issued its last national winter wheat ratings of the season on Nov. 27, pegging 50 percent of the U.S. crop as good to excellent. The U.S. government is expected to resume weekly crop progress reports in April.

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The federal government is investing more than $175,000 to the Fruit and Vegetable Dispute Resolution Corp. The membership-based organization acts as a third party financial dispute resolution body for fruit and vegetable growers. It will receive $118,795 to deliver an education initiative on the impending Safe Food for Canadians Act and Regulations. An additional $58,807 was provided under the same program to update the Canadian grade standards for fresh fruits and vegetables to reflect current market and consumer preferences. COW-CALF INFORMATION SESSIONS NOW ONLINE

The 2017-18 Cow-Calfenomics presentations are available online. The series delivered a lot of information, ideas, and opportunities for cow-calf producers to help them make better choices. Topics and presenters included: • cattle market situation and outlook with Ann Wasko, market analyst from Gateway Livestock • the use of risk management tools in the beef industry with Brenda Hagen, project co-ordinator for the Western Livestock Price Insurance program • business str ucture for new entrants with Joel Bokenfohr, Alberta Forestry and Agriculture • production and enterprise analy s i s w i t h He r m a n S i m o n s, Alberta Agriculture • a farmer’s guide to agricultural credit with Rick Dehod of Alberta Agriculture • the value of a mentor with Melissa Hermanson, a Canadian Cattlemen Young Leader participant The Cow-Calfenomics presentation page also includes links to tools, resources, and Cow-Calfenomics presentations from the last five years.

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Anhydrous application in jeopardy this spring Up to 80 percent of anhydrous tanks may unusable as gov’t backs out of testing agreement BY RON LYSENG WINNIPEG BUREAU

It appears the federal government might have used regulations to freeze up to 80 percent of the NH3 nurse tanks in Canada for this spring. Approximately 20 percent of the cropped acres in Western Canada are fertilized with anhydrous ammonia, and most farmers and fertilizer dealers can’t make major operational changes in the remaining time before seeding starts. An agreement in January, first reported in The Western Producer Jan. 18, that would have allowed a new testing protocol to begin after seeding this season, appears to have been withdrawn in February, potentially leaving farmers and industry in a precarious position, unable to fertilize crops with the equipment and pre-purchased nitrogen source they had chosen. The two leading players representing the interests of farmers in this controversy have been the Canadian Association of AgriRetailers and Fertilizer Canada. On March 1, 2018, they sent Transport Canada an impact statement outlining the economic harm that will ensue if those tanks are not allowed to work this spring. While no one from the three government departments involved, nor the industry representatives, will agree to an interview about the situation or how it will be resolved, The Western Producer has learned through a confidential source that Transport Canada has been advised it needs to make public its decision by March 15 so the industry can advise producers of the situation. The new regulations, which were first introduced in 2012, require the following must be done if allowed to come into force

CAAR, Fertilizer Canada and Transport Canada are aware that neither industry or the farmers who depend on anhydrous ammonia can simply switch over to granular or liquid fertilizers. The volume, inventory and production, the logistics of fertilizer, cannot be easily flipped to different forms. MITCH REZANSOFF CAAR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

before seeding is completed: • St re s s re l i e v e d t a n k s w i l l remain on a five-year hydrostatic test cycle, but they must have a visual inspection every year. This accounts for nearly all tanks manufactured in Canada since 1992. Tanks from the United States and tanks manufactured before 1991 may not be stress relieved. • Ta n k s t h a t a r e n o t s t r e s s relieved must go on a threeyear hydrostatic test cycle. Thirty to 50 percent of those tanks will not be compliant with the new regulations this spring. Under the old criteria, approximately 40 percent of the entire fleet of tanks would have been hydro tested in 2013 and 2014. Because their cycle has been bumped from five years to three years, they are now noncompliant. That’s one area where the industry has asked for a temporary reprieve. • Visual inspections used to be conducted every time a tank was hydrostatically tested. A second visual inspection would be conducted 24 to 36 months later. Then, at the five-

year point, the tank would get another hydrostatic test and visual inspection. Under the new regulations, every tank needs a visual inspection every year, whether it’s stress relieved or non-stress relieved. A dealer would normally hydrostatically test 20 percent of its fleet every year, in which case that portion of those fleets are now legal for the spring of 2018. This leaves up to 80 percent of all tanks ineligible for use this spring, according to the current Transport Canada ruling. Sources close to the subject say there are not enough people with the training and qualifications to conduct visual inspections on 80 percent of all NH3 tanks in Canada. If those people have the qualif i c a t i o n s, t h e y a re a l re a d y employed in the fertilizer business, and spring is their busy season. They would not be available to perform the inspections, which take place at certified facilities, a l s o o f t e n t h e d e a l e r s h i p s. Inspection companies are not large enough to accommodate the needed work, say industry representatives. The Dangerous G oods Act requires the tanks be certified, and filling them without this certification can result in fines up to $50,000 and would generally violate the terms of most liability insurance contracts. “Transport Canada is aware of the situation and is in discussions with Fertilizer Canada and the Canadian Association of AgriRetailers,” Annie Joannette of media relations at Transport Canada said in an email. “ Transport Canada is also aware of the timing and operational requirements regarding fertilization of fields using nurse tanks, and the department is

reviewing the matter.” CAAR executive director Mitch Rezansoff would not comment on the current discussions or what has been put in front of Transport Canada but said both industry groups are asking for a delay in implementation until this summer, after seeding is complete. “We’re requesting relief of the requirements for this spring,” said Rezansoff. “All the way through, we’ve been working with Transport Canada for a positive resolution. Our goal is that all the anhydrous tanks that are full right now can be used this spring. “Doing visual inspections right now is very difficult. The tanks are all full of anhydrous ammonia and they’re covered with frost. But it’s not just frost that you can scrape. It’s ice. The warm and cold cycles causes a fair bit of ice to build up on the tanks. “The other weather factor is temperatures. Even though the tank is full, the pressure is too low. You need the ambient temperature to be at least 15 degrees to get an accurate pressure reading. So it’s just not possible to test these tanks in the winter. “If there is no resolution by March 15, then the industry will have to make some tough decisions about what to do if farmers cannot access the entire fleet of anhydrous ammonia nurse and applicator tanks this spring. “CAAR, Fertilizer Canada and Transport Canada are aware that neither industry nor the farmers who depend on anhydrous ammonia can simply switch over to granular or liquid fertilizers. The volume, inventory and production, the logistics of fertilizer, cannot be easily flipped to different forms.” ron.lyseng@producer.com

An Alberta farmer has developed open source software capable of driving tractors autonomously with the use of their existing GPS. AgOpenGPS is a free program farmers can download onto a tablet, which users then plug into a port located on the back of most GPS systems. The tablet also needs to connect to an arduino, which is a small, open-source computer hardware item, or mini controller, that turns things on and off based on simple programming and costs about $5. “The USB from the computer (or tablet) sends information to the arduino. The arduino listens, and as soon as AgOpenGPS says turn a relay on, the arduino will activate the command,” said Brian Tischler, designer of AgOpenGPS. The relays the arduino trigger can activate most tractor functions, including auto steering, as well as implement up and down controls. During Tischler’s presentation at Farm Tech held Jan. 30-Feb. 1 in Edmonton, he had a tablet running the AgOpenGPS autonomous field work simulation, and the tractor proceeded through the simulated field with no operator intervention. The program is capable of doing the same thing on a real field, it just needs to be connected to an arduino that can control tractor functions. Last year, Tischler updated his program and the arduino-controlled functions on his seeder to provide autonomous seeder off and on, as well as section control during planting. This spring, he plans to attempt to completely automate seeding at his Mannville, Alta., farm, including headland turns, with AgOpenGPS. “It will autonomously seed the whole field. It will lift it up at the ends, it will turn on and off the sections based on the headland, and it will finish off the whole field without touching a single button. That is all running on a single tablet,” Tischler said. A limiting factor with the system is how the relays controlled by the arduinos are integrated into the tractor’s controls. “It’s going to take some work to getting it working on my tractor because the tractor I want to do it on doesn’t have a lot of the CAN bus (Controller Area Network), and some of the more convenience things.” CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

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LEFT: Creator of Ag Open GPS, Brian Tischler, sits in the electronics lab he built in his basement. He uses the lab to develop projects or fix farm electronics. TOP RIGHT: This board allowed Tischler to eliminate the tractor environment with inputs, including a steering motor that provides feedback for the program.

“It’s more mechanical in terms of linear actuators to control speed and that sort of thing,” Tischler said. To enable AgOpenGPS to auto steer his tractor, Tischler temporarily mounted in his cab a batteryoperated drill motor with a small rubber wheel that contacts the tractor’s steering wheel. “If you need to go left a little bit, the motor will correct the steering wheel a little to the left, and right and that sort of thing. Again, I just used a little arduino, whose purpose is to tell the motor which way to go, and how fast to get there,” Tischler said. G row e r s c a n c o n n e c t A g O penGPS to tractors with CAN bus technology with a CAN bus readier, which is an interface board that connects directly to any CAN bus equipped piece of equipment and allows users to control things like steering and hydraulics, as well as monitor things like engine temperature, RPM, and oil pressure. Part of the autonomous function

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MIDDLE RIGHT: Tischler has developed YouTube tutorial videos to explain the Ag Open GPS software.

The reader efficiently allows Ag Open GPS to connect to tractor controls.

BOTTOM MIDDLE: This Can bus reader is an interface board that can connect to any Can bus-equipped equipment. It allows operators to read and control things such as steering and hydraulics and monitor engine temperature, R.P.M. and oil pressure, etc.

BOTTOM RIGHT: This is a bluetooth relay board and is used to control objects with a smartphone. It has four relays on it to control tailgates and turn on/off sprayer booms, augers and hydraulics. | BRIAN TISCHLER PHOTOS

of AgOpenGPS is a program called AgraBot, a platform for autonomous grain carts and field work such as harrowing and rolling. “It (the program) just follows a predefined path, and stays within a geo-fence, basically a mapped fence around the field. If it goes outside that, it just shuts down. It just goes and does its thing because things like rolling, harrowing are the epitome of brainless,” Tischler said. Combine operators will make a line in AgOpenGPS program, call the cart over with their tablet or phone, and the grain cart will follow the line at the same speed. Tischler recently bought a LIDAR (light detection and ranging) remote sensing system for $120. He plans to mount it on the front of his tractor and include its data into Ag Open GPS’s autonomous function for better obstacle avoidance. Ti s c h l e r s a i d h e d e s i g n e d AgOpenGPS because he needed it for his farm. His tractor is equipped with an RTK autosteer unit but it

lacks a display, and because he seeds with a disc drill, it can be difficult to see where to set in after a headland turn. Tischler didn’t want to pay $15,000 to $20,000 for a new RTK GPS with a display, so he looked at the information coming out of the back of the GPS, hoping to attempt his own mapping. He became frustrated when trying to understand how agricultural GPS systems work because little information is available. “Nobody has released anything. You can read the patents and you can kind of get an idea of how they generally work. We use GPS in tractors and we know how they work, but we don’t know how they work in the background.” In some tractor GPS systems, a blue or green line indicates where to travel, which Tischler said is basically a collection of graphical triangles. Once the simulated triangles within the GPS program are driven over by the implement, the tractor

is pulling, a path within the program is created, which the subsequent field pass will follow. “How I think a lot of these systems work is they determine the position of the tool, then mathematically determine if they’re inside one of those triangles. If they are inside one of those triangles, then you know that you’re driving over where you’ve driven before,” Tischler said. His approach, which is graphical instead of mathematical, drew upon his background in game programming and experience with an open graphic language program called OpenGl. “It was kind of funny. In Combine Forum, I asked a question; ‘does anyone know how section control works?’ A guy just jokingly said, ‘it’s really easy, you can seed where it’s green.’ I thought that wasn’t helpful. “Then about a day later I thought, he’s right. OpenGL, since it’s displaying, why don’t I just read what’s in the display buffer, and if it’s

green, it’s applied, if it’s not green, it’s not applied,” Tischler said. By taking the localized area of where he is with the RTK GPS information feed into his tablet, as well as the graphical information of what has been covered, he was able to write a program that graphically displays on his tablet his progress on the field down to two to four inches of accuracy. “I just use the GPS information coming out of the back of the receiver. It just constantly, five or 10 times a second, tells you where you are, latitude and longitude, how fast you’re going, and your heading. There is other information also, but that is the gist of it,” Tischler said. With an accurate log mapped out on AgOpenGPS of where he’s already seeded, he was able to enhance the program last year with section control, as well as to turn his seeder on and off at headland turns. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

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Arduino leaps from school to farm In 15 minutes, farmers can learn how to program basic functions for on-farm use BY ROBIN BOOKER SASKATOON NEWSROOM

Arduino is an open-source platform used for building electronics projects. It was invented in Italy in 2003 as a single-board microcontroller to help teach students how to create digital devices that could sense and control objects in the physical world. “ It w a s b a s i c a l l y b u i l t f o r schoolchildren, to learn how to program, to learn how hardware works, to learn how hardware interacts with software. That’s what its original purpose was. Then people like me got a hold of it. We can use it for a lot more things than just teaching kids how to use computers. We can control little motors to drive tractors,” said Brian Tischler. There are now large online communities that contribute to arduino open-source hardware and software. Tischler said it would take only 15 minutes for someone to learn how to program basics, functions into an arduino. “The hello world application is the first one you run. You make a light turn on and one second later it turns off. And so, once you do that, the first thing you do

is you make it blink faster. So, then you start modifying the code. So, you change it from 1000 milliseconds to 500 milliseconds and it blinks twice as fast,” he said. Users can then add a relay that can be easily turned on or off through a port on the arduino. They can also add Bluetooth or wi-fi connections, and then program more complicated functions. “Or you have a guy like me who does all the background work and posts it online, and says this is all you do. “Take the code, download it into the arduino, connect the motor to the little motor driver board, and voila, it works,” Tischler said. Users will quickly become familiar with the code and learn how to modify it to make the arduino perform specific functions. Tischler said once users learn the basics of arduino functions, they can use them in many ways around the farm. For instance, he said growers could build a system for a sprayer that can turn on and off sections of the sprayer with a smartphone for about $30, while a similar product on the market costs around $1,500. “G et a little arduino board

with a Bluetooth receiver on it. You can get those from China for about 30 bucks, and they have a bunch of relays on them already, and you (already) have your smar tphone,” Tischler said. “You can use that same little Bluetooth module and build a remote tailgate opener. You can build a remote on-off for your auger. “If you want to shut your auger off, or if it has a clutch and you want to leave your motor running and you want to turn the clutch off, just zip open your smartphone and turn your clutch off.” An arduino can be integrated into hydraulic systems. “You can control hydraulics on your air seeder. You can just get a $50 hydraulic valve, an electric one, and use one of these little bluetooth receivers. You can turn your hydraulic auger on or off on your air seeder. Hit another button and shut your tailgate,” he said. Tischler said the Alberta Wheat Commission is considering having him provide a course to farmers on how an arduino can be used in agriculture. robin.booker@producer.com

OPEN SOURCE CONTROLS » CONTINUED FROM PAGE 51 “Every GPS, at least in the tractors, have a RS232 port on the back, and it spits out this MNEA sentence. That sentence is your latitude and longitude, your heading, your speed, that sort of thing,” said Tischler. He said the drone industry has pushed down the cost of GPS technology because many more products are on the market. For instance, he said Emlid and Swift Navigation offer full RTK navigation for about $2,000. These products can be combined with AgOpenGPS mapping software and an arduino for a cheap system capable of automated section control, seeder on and off, and soon, a system capable of taking total control during seeding. Tischler licensed AgOpenGPS code as open source because he wanted to help grow a community. “The biggest reasons that I brought this out as open source is so a community of us farmers could learn and understand better how some of this stuff works. And we can share ideas and we can build things better than under the restrictions of a company.” H e s a i d h e ’s t r a n s l a t e d AgOpenGPs into seven languages due to requests and it seems to be well used in Russia. However, there is no way for him to tell how many people use it.

A cat skinner from Indiana asked Tischler to improve the resolution of the altitude in the program so it could be used to install drainage pipe. So, based on the AgOpenGPS framework, Tischler developed Open Grade. “What it does is it gives a cross profile. You map out your trench, and it shows you a vertical map, and you can create a cutline. It shows you where the original dirt is and how much dirt you have to remove and that sort of thing,” Tischler said. Ditching programs cost thousands of dollars, but it took Tischler only three days to convert AgOpenGPS into Open Grade, which can be used for ditching. AgOpenGPS has also been modified for use in orchards, and work is being done so that it can integrate OpenCV (Open Source Computer Vision Library) to measure leaf density and control automated application rates based on these measurements. Tischler said if growers are interested in trying AgOpenGPS they can downloaded it for free from GitHub at bit.ly/2HS2trz. For video tutorials on the program, Tischler’s YouTube channel is FarmerBrianTe, found at bit.ly/2FhTn8O. For a discussion of the technology on The Combine Forum, visit http://bit.ly/2FIRujA. robin.booker@producer.com

Study says neonicotinoids ban not the answer Researcher says sample data does not support restrictions or bans on neonicotinoid seed treatment use on field crops BY ROBIN BOOKER SASKATOON NEWSROOM

A study into the presence of neonicotinoids in Canadian waterways suggests a ban or restriction of neonicotinoid seed treatments is not necessary. The Environmental Monitoring Working Group (EMWG) was set up to monitor the presence of imidacloprid, clothianidin and thiamethoxam in waterways after Health Canada’s Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) 2016 decision to phase out imidacloprid in three to five years. The PMRA cited acute and chronic risks to aquatic invertebrates as reasons for the ban, and its final decision on whether to ban imidacloprid is expected in December. The PMRA is also reviewing and may ban two other neonicotinoids, thiamethoxam and clothianidin, because of their effects on aquatic insects. The final decisions on these neonicotinoids are expected to be made in 2020. Environment Canada doesn’t routinely test ponds, wetlands and creeks across the Prairies for pesticides and little data is available on the levels of neonicotinoids in prairie water, or if the neonicotinoids affect invertebrates in the region. In the absence of such data, the EMWG established protocols for sampling, storage, handling and shipping, sample preparation, analytical methods for the tests, as well as detection limits for the three neonicotinoids.

Environment Canada doesn’t routinely test water sources across the Prairies for pesticides, and little data is available on the levels of neonicotinoids in prairie water. | FILE PHOTO The EMWG co-ordinated with provincial and federal water monitoring agencies, and flowing water from all major watersheds in Canada were tested. Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) helped conduct wetland monitoring. In the prairie provinces, 620 samples at 168 sites were collected in 2017 from flowing water systems including streams, rivers and irri-

gation canals. A further 60 wetland sites were monitored by DUC. The samples were taken throughout the growing season. “Detection frequency and concentration of imidacloprid, clothianidin and thiamethoxam were low, with majority being below the limits of detection. When detected, the insecticides were typically well below the chronic or acute end-

points established by PMRA for imidacloprid. By the middle or end of July, the insecticides were no longer detectable, said Warren Ward of the Canola Council of Canada during the University of Saskatchewan’s Soils and Crops event in Saskatoon. He said in instances when neonicotinoid insecticides were found to be above acute or chronic levels,

greenhouse or urban applications could be to blame, not field crop use, but further investigation is needed. “The data does not support any kind of restriction or ban on neonicotinoid seed treatment use, especially for field crops such as canola, pulses, cereals,” Ward said. Soon after the PMRA 2016 decision to ban imidacloprid, farmers and industry stakeholders said restricted use of the neonicotinoid would cost the industry hundreds of millions of dollars. In response to the PMRA decision, Agriculture Canada established a multi-stakeholder forum on neonicotinoids, which lead to the development to the EMWG. Until last fall, the PMRA accepted submissions of new information that could influence its final decision on whether it will ban the use of imidacloprid. Water testing results from the EMWG’s work last summer has been submitted to the PMRA for consideration. “In January 2017, the PMRA provided the EMWG with parameters that needed to be addressed in order to generate scientifically robust environment water monitoring data. The generation of this data was quickly identified as the main focus area of the EMWG,” Ward said. Provincial and Canadian grower associations provided most of the funding for the EMWG. robin.booker@producer.com

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Bio-herbicide hammers broadleaf weeds Made in Canada technology a good fit for lawns and organic crops â&#x20AC;&#x153;Phomaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mode of action is more complicated. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exciting because it implies, to me, that (weed) resistance is less likely to develop,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The fungus biologically colonizes the host, as well. So, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s at least three or more different modes of action.â&#x20AC;? Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s possible that the bio-herbicide, when it comes to market, could be too pricey for use on broad-acre crops. However, it might make sense to use it in a portion of a barley or wheat crop, Hubbard said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It could also be applied as a spot treatment if there was a really difficult-to-manage Canada thistle area in field.â&#x20AC;?

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After nearly two decades of research and development, a made-in-Canada bio-herbicide may soon hit the market. The product doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a brand name but scientists refer to it as Phoma macrostoma, a fungus found on Canada thistle that can control a range of broadleaf weeds, such as dandelions, wild mustard and Canada thistle. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Monocot crops like wheat, oats, barley are all tolerant, meaning Phoma can be applied to them and t h e y w o n â&#x20AC;&#x2122; t b e ha r m e d ,â&#x20AC;? s a i d Michelle Hubbard, an Agriculture Canada pulse crop pathologist in Swift Current, Sask., who worked on Phoma macrostoma for about four years as a post-doctoral researcher. Hubbard was in southeastern Saskatchewan in early March, where she spoke at the Weyburn Farm Update meeting about Phoma macrostoma and its potential uses in Canadian agriculture. Ag Canada researchers discovered the fungus in the 1990s, learning that it grows naturally on Canada thistle and causes the weed to turn white and die. A team of Agriculture Canada scientists, including Karen Bailey and Russell Hynes of Saskatoon, isolated the fungus and developed a granule that can be applied to the soil. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When applied â&#x20AC;Ś before weed emergence the fungus causes the emerging thistles to come up white,â&#x20AC;? states an Ag Canada document on the bio-herbicide. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The fungus produces phytotoxins during its growth phase, which are taken up by the susceptible plants.â&#x20AC;? Testing has shown that the bioherbicide can control dandelions, annual sow thistle, Canada thistle and wild mustard at levels between 60 to 100 percent. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s some other weeds like â&#x20AC;Ś ragweed that are affected but they (require) a bit of a higher dose to be killed off,â&#x20AC;? Hubbard said. Ag Canada has patented the technology in more than a dozen countries and in 2017, Quebec company, Premier Tech, bought the licensing rights for the granular bio-herbicide. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The next challenge lies in reducing production costs so we can bring it to its full market potential,â&#x20AC;? Pierre Talbot of Premier Tech said in a statement released in 2017. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is now up to us to move forward, in collaboration with AAFC, and make this a large-scale commercial success.â&#x20AC;? The Western Producer asked Premier Tech to comment for this story, but it didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t respond by press time. Phoma macrostoma is not listed as a product on the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website so its official launch may be a year or two away. Premier Tech hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t revealed its marketing strategy but the cost of the bio-herbicide will likely be higher than established synthetic products. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The first, most likely application would be turf or horticulture because people are more likely be willing to pay what it costs,â&#x20AC;? Hubbard said. The U.S. pesticide market for home and garden use is worth more than $2 billion annually so that could be a logical place to start,

The granular bio-herbicide persists in the soil only for a relatively short time â&#x20AC;&#x201D; for months, not years, as is the case for some other herbicides. That means oilseed crops like canola and pulses can be grown the following growing season, the year a f t e r P h o m a m a c ro s t o m a i s applied to the soil. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You might expect to see some yellowing or bleaching of the subsequent pulse or oilseed,â&#x20AC;? Hubbard said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But no difference in biomass or yield.â&#x20AC;? For more information on the bioherbicide, visit bit.ly/2oZo8Wc. robert.arnason@producer.com

IS YOUR ADVISOR A LICENSED PROFESSIONAL? You may be at RISK by not using a professional Canada thistle has long been a prairie crop pest, but it may be vulnerable to an old adversary. | MICHAEL RAINE PHOTO especially since Phoma macrostoma is effective against dandelions. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Then I would think organic (agriculture) after that. And then conventional,â&#x20AC;? Hubbard added. One opportunity within conventional agriculture could be management of herbicide-resistant

weeds. Many weeds have become harder to kill as they evolve resistance to commonly used herbicides like glyphosate. Hubbard studied how Phoma macrostoma killed broadleaf weeds and learned that the biological process is complex.

Kiela Caudillo-Ruiz, AAg Research Assistant University of Saskatchewan Saskatoon, SK Kiela conducts research and analyzes pulse crops for diseases. She remains current and up to date with pulse production to proactively prepare for future crop health. Č&#x160;%HLQJ UHJLVWHUHG DV DQ DJURORJLVW $$J SURYLGHV UHFRJQLWLRQ DQG YLVLELOLW\ RI EHLQJ D TXDOLČ´HG DQG WUXVWHG SURIHVVLRQDO LQ WKH DJ VHFWRU Č&#x2039; Kiela grew up in an agriculturally rich region of Mexico. She received a BSc in Agricultural Engineering and an MSc in biological science in Mexico and an MSc in plant pathology from the University of Saskatchewan. Kiela has previous work experience as an entomologist researching exotic pests in crops and as a plant pathologist researching insect pests and plant diseases.

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2008 CONVEY-ALL CST-32, 4 comp, farm- 2007 KENWORTH T800; 2005 IHC 9200; er owned, 1 owner, exc. cond., air ride. 2007 Macks. All with Eaton AutoShift, new CIM grain boxes, new Sask. safeties. Call semlerfarms.com 780-206-1234, Barrhead. Allan at: 306-270-6399, Saskatoon, SK. 2002 CASTLETON 36â&#x20AC;&#x2122; tandem axle, 2 com- Website: 78truxsales.com DL#316542 partments. Briercrest Farms Farm Equipment Auction, Saturday April 14th, 2018, 2007 MACK GRANITE, 380 Mack, 13 spd., Sintaluta, SK. For sale bill & photos visit: heavy axles, long enough for grain box, join us on gravel or decks, clean western truck, last TRUCK PARTS: 1/2 ton - 3 ton. Engines: www.mackauctioncompany.com Info. 306-421-2928 or 306-487-7815 year before all of the emissions $26,000 GM 350, 366, 6.5 diesel; Dodge 318, 360; FB. OBO. Neil 306-231-8300, Humboldt, SK. Ford 390, 429, 7.3 Powerstroke; IH T444e. Mack Auction Co. PL 311962. ALLISON AUTOMATIC TRUCKS: Several We s h i p a n y w h e r e . P h o e n i x Au t o , trucks with auto. trans. available with C&C 1-877-585-2300, Lucky Lake, SK. or grain or gravel box. Starting at $19,900; Call K&L Equipment, 306-795-7779, Ituna, SK. DL #910885. ladimer@sasktel.net AUTOSHIFT TRUCKS AVAILABLE: Boxed tandems and tractor units. Contact David 306-887-2094, 306-864-7055, Kinistino, SK. DL #327784. www.davidstrucks.com

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SCHOOL BUSES: 13 in stock! 2000 and up. Call Phoenix Auto, Lucky Lake, SK. 24â&#x20AC;&#x2122; GOOSENECK 3-8,000 lb. axles, $7890; 1-877-585-2300. DL #320074. Bumper pull tandem lowboys: 18â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 16,000 lbs., $4750; 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 10,000 lbs., $3390; 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 7000 lbs., $2975, 8000 lb Skidsteer, $1990 Factory direct. 1-888-792-6283. www.monarchtrailers.com 2002 DOEPKER TANDEM AXLE grain trailer, new Michelin 24.5 tires, repainted & refurbished, new alum. slopes, Call Henry at 403-588-0958, Alix, AB. 750 BU. J&M grain trailer, good strong trailer, $12,000 OBO. Call 306-726-3203, Raymore, SK.

NORMS SANDBLASTING & PAINT, 40 years body and paint experience. We do metal and fiberglass repairs and integral to daycab conversions. Sandblasting and paint to trailers, trucks and heavy equip. Endura primers and topcoats. A one stop shop. Norm 306-272-4407, Foam Lake SK. 2014 10â&#x20AC;? HOPPER AUGERS with remotes. P u r c h a s e d n e w, n e v e r u s e d . 306-536-1699, Edenwold, SK.

BEHNKE DROP DECK semi style and pintle hitch sprayer trailers. Air ride, tandem and tridems. Contact SK: 306-398-8000; AB: 403-350-0336. 130 MISC. SEMI TRAILERS, flatdecks, lowbeds, dump trailers, jeeps, tankers, etc. Check www.trailerguy.ca for pictures and prices. 306-222-2413, Saskatoon, SK. 6 - 2006 53â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Reefer Trailers, good condition, $9500/each OBO; 2 converters, $7500/each. 204-325-5264, Winkler MB 1995 DOEPKER 48â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 102â&#x20AC;?, tandem machinery trailer, single drop, hyd. tail/flip, alum. outriggers, 12,000 lb. winch, good cond., $30,000. A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment, 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK. PRECISION TRAILERS: Gooseneck and bumper hitch. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen the rest, now own the best. Hoffart Services, Odessa, SK. 306-957-2033 www.precisiontrailers.ca 1999 DOEPKER SUPER B Flatdecks, 2003 Quick Draw tarp system, rakes and tires 75%, 24.5 alum. rims, four large storage boxes, $28,500 OBO. Call 306-547-8419 or 306-547-5404, Preeceville, SK.

DODGE GRAIN TRUCK: 1974, 2 ton, 4 spd., 318, 920 rubber all around, steel box. Open to offers or willing to take tractor on trade. Call 306-460-9027, Flaxcombe, SK. NORTHERN TRUCK & EQUIPMENT is now your connection to LOAD LINE grain, gravel boxes & trailers. 1-New 29â&#x20AC;&#x2122; end dump tandem gravel trailer w/electric tarp, $49,500; 2011 Kenworth T660 w/550 HP Cummins, 18 spd., 3 way lockers, alum. wheels, moose bar on front, nice shape, $54,500. YEAR END GRAIN TRUCK CLEARANCE! 2007 Mack 400 HP, Mack eng., AutoShift, A/T/C, new 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; BH&T, new RR tires, 716,000 kms., exc shape, was $67,500, Now $63,500; 2007 IH 9200 ISX Cummins, 430 HP, AutoShift, alum. wheels, new 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; BH&T, fully loaded, 1M kms., real nice shape, was $67,500, Now $63,500; 2009 Mack CH613, 430HP Mack, 10 spd., 3 pedal AutoShift, new 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; BH&T, alum. wheels, 1.4M kms. has eng. bearing roll done, nice shape, w a s $69,500, Now $65,500; 2007 Kenworth T600, C13 Cat 425 HP, 13 spd., AutoShift, new 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; BH&T, alum. wheels, new paint, 1.0M kms., excellent truck, was $71,500, Now $67,500; 1996 Midland 24â&#x20AC;&#x2122; tandem grain pup, stiff pole, completely rebuilt, new paint, new brakes, excellent tries, was $18,500, Now $16,500; 1999 IH 4700 S/A w/17â&#x20AC;&#x2122; steel flat deck, 230,000 kms., IH 7.3 diesel, 10 spd., good tires, was $19,500, Now $18,000; 2005 IH 9200 tractor, ISX 430 HP Cummins, 13 spd., alum. wheels, flat top sleeper, good rubber, was $22,500, Now $19,500. All trucks SK. safetied. Trades considered. Arborfield SK., Phone Merv at 306-276-7518 res., 306-767-2616 cell. DL #906768. REMOTE CONTROL ENDGATE AND hoist systems can save you time, energy and keep you safe this seeding season. Give K r a m b l e I n d u s t r i e s a call at 306-933-2655, Saskatoon, SK. or visit us online at: www.kramble.net

TANKERS, stainless steel or galvanized, 2 & 3 axle, 4000-8000 gal, $10,000-$20,000, 2009 FREIGHTLINER, new 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; gravel box; 306-563-8765, Canora, SK. 2007 International; 2002 Western Star; 1998 IHC; Also used 17â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Cancade tri-axle ONLINE ONLY UNRESERVED AUCTION: pup. Call Yellowhead Sales, 306-783-2899, Apr 4-10, 2018 www.championassets.ca USED 2016 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Bergâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grain/silage box, 2011 Lode-King Trombone step deck trail- Yorkton, SK. yellow.head@sasktel.net w/hyd. silage gate, Michels tarp & decal, er. Call Larry, 306-865-7660, Lic# 334832. $13,600. 204-325-5677, Winkler, MB. PRAIRIE SANDBLASTING & PAINTING. Trailer overhauls and repairs, alum. slopes and trailer repairs, tarps, insurance claims, and trailer sales. Epoxy paint. Agriculture and commercial. Satisfaction guaranteed. 306-744-7930, Saltcoats, SK. HOT DEAL! New 2018 Bergâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 45â&#x20AC;&#x2122; tri-axle, air ride, 98â&#x20AC;?H, gauges, tarp, loaded, financing, $51,900. 306-563-8765, Canora, SK.

WIDOW MUST SELL: Navy blue 2013 Dodge Ram, 4x4, 4 door, 43,000 km, fender flares, box liner, excellent condition, $24,900 OBO. 306-698-2626, Wolseley, SK 2015 FORD XLT CREW F350, 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; box, Ruby Red metallic, 71,000 kms., Pristine cond., $48,900+GST. 403-638-2028, Sundre, AB. 2015 DODGE RAM 3500, crew, Longhorn, 6.7L Dually, Aisin auto., 58,500 kms, $59,995. Hendryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Chrysler 306-528-2171, 1995 VOLVO, 350,000 original kms., 9500 Nokomis, SK. DL #907140. hrs., wet kit, 370 HP, 13 spd., one owner, farmer owned, exc. cond., 780-206-1234.

2008 DOEPKER SUPER B grain trailer, alum. rims, lifting axle, valid safety, road ready! Very good condition, $64,000. 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. 2008 WALINGA TRIDEM live bottom, 107,493 kms., aluminum, 12 compartment, hyd. control, vg cond., $37,800. 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com 2015 WILSON all aluminum tri-axle, 3 hoppers, very low mileage, exc. cond., $58,000. 780-787-0347, Vermilion, AB.

JIMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S TUB GRINDING, H-1100 Haybuster with 400 HP, serving Saskatchewan. Call SUCCESSFUL MARKET GARDEN: 45 ac. 306-334-2232, 306-332-7332, Balcarres. w/equip., buildings & 2 houses. Farmers market, wholesale & retail business. MLSÂŽ#L121179,$1.475M. 780-835-1992, ACE ENTERPRISES - ACE gravel truck henryvos1@gmail.com Beaverlodge, AB., box gravel release is a liquid product called C6040, a melting agent that works wonders in releasing gravel that builds up at the front and sides of the truck box. Can be applied with a spray system that eliminates the need for climbing in and out of the truck box, $2.15/L, costs less than $1.50/trip. Ask about our asphalt truck 2000 IHC 4900, cab chassis, S/A, 275 HP, box release. Call 1-844-291-6582, Saska530 IHC 6 cyl auto, 132â&#x20AC;? back cab to centoon, SK., E-mail: jkelsey@sasktel.net ter axle, fresh safety, $22,900. Cam-Don Visit us online: www.aceenterprises.com Motors Ltd., 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. NEUFELD ENT. CORRAL CLEANING, 2005 KENWORTH W900 c/w Cummins 13 payloader, Bobcat with rubber tracks and spd., approx. 900,000 kms., Studio bunk, ertical beater spreaders. Phone 2009 WELLS Cargo food concession trailer, v306-220-5013, $35,000. Randy 780-983-0936, Clyde, AB. 306-467-5013, Hague, SK. fully self-contained, 19 cu. ft. fridge, 19 cu. ft. freezer, 2 fryers, 42â&#x20AC;? grill with oven, 7500 KW General power plant, hot and cold water system, fire suppression system. More info. please call 204-546-3109 home, or 204-572-1654, Grandview, MB.

1998 VOLVO HIGHWAY tractor with mid 2015 RAM 3500, dually, 4x4, diesel, fully rise sleeper. Briercrest Farms Farm Equipequipped for RV hauling w/job, 270,000 ment Auction, Saturday April 14th, 2018, km, $42,500 OBO 306-561-7733 Bladworth Sintaluta, SK. Sale bill & photos at: www.mackauctioncompany.com Info at 306-421-2928 or 306-487-7815. Mack Auction Co. PL 311962. Join us on FB! 1986 GMC 7000 grain truck with Del box, 30,690 kms. Briercrest Farms Farm Equip- 2004 PETERBILT 379L flat top, Cat 525 ment Auction, Saturday April 14th, 2018, heavy spec. 18 spd. full locker, 390 gears, Sintaluta, SK. For sale bill & photos visit: air trac susp., new 24.5 rubber, wet kit, www.mackauctioncompany.com Info at 580,000 kms. Really clean and mint, 306-421-2928 or 306-487-7815, Mack $105,000 OBO. 306-621-0487, Yorkton, SK. Jbuckfarming@gmail.com Auction Co. PL 311962. Join us on FB!

SASKATCHEWAN OPPORTUNITIES: Restaurant in Assiniboia, successful operation; Large industrial building in the heart of Balken oil play for lease/sale; Kenosee Lake cabin& campground for sale, includes carwash and laundry mat; Development lands around Regina/Saskatoon; Large building and property on Broadway Ave., Yorkton; Sherwood Greenhouse, Regina; Hotel in Biggar; Former senior care home on 3.4 acres in Biggar. Brian Teifenbach, 306-536-3269, Colliers Int. Regina, SK., www.collierscanada.com

REGULATION DUGOUTS: 120x60x14â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, $2000; 160x60x14â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, $2950; 180x60x14â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, $3450; 200x60x14â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, $3950. Larger sizes WELDING AND MACHINE SHOP: Owner avail. Travel incl. in SK. See us on FB at wanting to retire after 38 years. Estab- saskdugouts. 306-222-8054, Saskatoon SK lished clientele. Located in Maple Creek, SK, close to Cypress Hills Park. Serious in- MULCHING- TREES, BRUSH, Stumps. quiries only. Phone Dale at 306-662-2727, Call today 306-933-2950. Visit us at: www.maverickconstruction.ca 306-662-7522, or 306-662-2398. LOOKING FOR A Profitable Business? Bergâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hatchery in Russell, MB. hatches and distributes close to a million chicks a year. In business since 1953. Incl. land, buildings and equipment. Karen Goraluk, Salesperson, 204-773-6797, NorthStar Insurance & Real Estate. north-star.ca MLSÂŽ 1711944

2007 FREIGHTLINER CENTURY Class, 500 HP, Detroit 60 Series, 18 spd., 46 rears, lockers, fresh safety, very good condition, $28,900. Cam-Don Motors Ltd., 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. FOR SALE BY OWNER: Turn key 28 room along with 4 rental houses with up 2008 PETERBILT 386, yellow, daycab, 18 motel 20 rentable rooms. Available for immespd., 850,000 kms., 46k rears full locks, vg to diate possession, located in the heart of cond, $24,900. 780-206-1234 Barrhead AB large oilfield in SW Manitoba. Closest offer to $995,000 takes everything. Call/text 2008 WESTERN STAR body job, 550,000 kms., 16 cubic metre lined Hutch tank, 4.5 204-483-0228 or 204-741-0412. T&E pump, rebuilt Mercedes motor, will work for oil field or as water truck for farming, $60,000 OBO. Contact Monty at 306-218-7123, St. Walburg, SK. 2015 VOLVO 730, D16-600HP, 2050 torque, I-Shift auto, 13.2 & 46 all on air ride w/disk brakes, new rubber all around on 22.5, aux engine and bunk heaters, full load cab. Full Warranty til May 2019, 580,810 km. $90,000 OBO. 403-664-0490, Oyen, AB. shacon.hertz@gmail.com

MOBILE GRAIN/SEED CLEANING SERVICE, 400 - 600 bu/hr capacity cleaning cereals & pulses. Call Marc at MAC Seed Services to book your appointment. 306-716-2269, Saskatoon macseedservicesltd@gmail.com

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BRUSH MULCHING. The fast, effective way to clear land. Four season service, competitive rates, 275 HP unit, also avail. trackhoe with thumb, multiple bucket attachments. Bury rock and brush piles and fence line clearing. Borysiuk Contracting Inc., www.bcisk.ca Prince Albert, SK., 306-960-3804.

Cat D6R LGP; D6H LGP crawler tractors, $80,000/ea; 2005 JD 700J LGP crawler w / 6 - w ay d o z e r, E RO P S, 4 0 0 0 h r s . , $82,500; 1998 Cat 963B LGP crawler loader, 2.5 cu. yd., EROPS, air, heat, $32,500; 2011 JD 225DLC with thumb, $69,500. Robert Harris, Gimli, MB. toll free: 1-877-614-4203, or cell: 204-470-5493. For details & pics of all our equipment go to: robertharrisequipment.com

ONLINE ONLY UNRESERVED AUCTION: Apr 4-10, 2018 www.championassets.ca DEBTS, BILLS AND charge accounts too 2006 Western Star, 550 Cat, 46,000 rears. high? Need to resolve prior to spring? Call Call Larry, 306-865-7660, Lic# 334832. us to develop a professional mediation plan, resolution plan or restructuring plan. Call toll free 1-888-577-2020. 2013 F-550 CREW CAB, V10, gas, 4x4, in showroom condition. Truck c/w 4500L transport compliant fuel tank w/35 gal./min. pump and hose reel, 400L DEF tank w/pump and hose reel. Also lots of tool box storage and field lighting. Also has JD Welderator with compressor. 306-231-8060, Englefeld, SK. VACUUM SEPTIC TRUCK: 1996 Mack tandem, 3000 gal. tank, hoist, open rear door, 1200 Fruitland pump, new tires, Smith Ind. 306-373-7622, Saskatoon, SK.

LEAFCUTTER BEES: 0 parasites, 0 chalkbrood. Good L.C. Call Reg Greve at 306-528-4610, Lanigan, SK. L O O K I N G TO B U Y Leafcutter Bees. 639-916-2132, Saskatoon, SK. WANTED: 1200 gallons good quality leafcutter bees; Also plastic shelters & nesting boxes. Reply to: Box 2101, Western Producer Classifieds, Saskatoon, SK., S7K 2C4.

ROUGH LUMBER: 2x6, 2x8, 2x10, 1â&#x20AC;? boards, windbreak slabs, 4x4, 6x6, 8x8, in stock. Custom sizes & log siding on order. V&R Sawing 306-232-5488, Rosthern, SK.

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 in Snap Lock. 306-435-8008, Wapella, SK.

FARM/CORPORATE PROJECTS. Call A.L. Management Group for all your borrowing JCB 512-56 TELEHANDLER, 770 hours, lifts and lease requirements. 306-790-2020, 12,000 lbs., extends to 56â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, CAHR, AWD Regina, SK. and AWS, $119,000 (cost $230,000+). NEED A LOAN? Own farmland? Bank says Call 403-938-3888, Calgary, AB. n o ? I f y e s t o a b o v e t h r e e , c a l l REDUCED TO CLEAR OUT, a few machines 1-866-405-1228, Calgary, AB. will need some repairs. Loaders/Skid Steers: Volvo L-320, 9 yard; Cat 988; (2) CAN-WORLD FINANCIAL. Needing a Cat 980B; Cat 966C hi-lift; Clark 35-C; Kafarm loan, for land, machinery, crop inputs wasaki KS80, 4 yard; Fiat-Allis 745; Hough for the season? We can finance it all! Good 30; Ford 545D, 4x4; Case 380B; IH 574 credit or bad credit. We also have great loader, 3PTH; Case 1530B; Case 70XT; leasing programs, excellent competitive Case 1845-C; JD 250 Series II; IH 484 rates. Call 1-306-535-2512 or visit us on- loader, 3PTH; Case 480B loader, 3PTH; JD line at: www.canworldfinance.com loader. Crawler Dozers/Loaders: Cat D9G w/dozer; Cat D8H; (3) Cat D7-3T; Cat D6B w/front and rear dozers; Cat D69U; Cat D7 side boom; (3) Cat D4-7U dozers; (4) Cat D2; Cat 977K loader; (2) Cat 955K loaders; FARM CHEMICAL/ SEED COMPLAINTS (2) MF 3366 loaders; IH TD9-92 Series We specialize in agricultural complaints of loader; Komatsu D75 loader; Fiat-Allis 12G any nature: Crop ins. appeals; Spray drift; loader; A/C HD5 dozer; A/C HD6 loader. Chemical failure; Residual herbicide; Cus- Misc Equipment: JD 570A grader; (2) JD tom operator issues; Equip. malfunction. 770A graders; Champion 740 grader; Back-Track Investigations 1-866-882-4779 Champion 760 grader; Cat 235 excavator; for assistance w/compensation, P.Ag. JD 190E excavator; air compressors; light on staff, www.backtrackcanada.com plants up to 193 kW; many types of conveyors; water pumps; fork lifts up to 9 tons; pallet forks; large stock of hyd. cylinders; up to 400 buckets for loaders and excavators; many more items than listed! Two yards, over 50 acres. Central Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest wreckers of older construction equipment. New parts - reduced prices. 2â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x60â&#x20AC;&#x2122; long conveyor electric drive. 2â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x70â&#x20AC;&#x2122; long conveyor electric drive. Cambrian Equipment Sales, Winnipeg, MB. Phone 204-667-2867 or Fax 204-667-2932.

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FUTURE STEEL BUILDING: 36â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x32â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x18â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, never assembled, $18,000. New value approx. $30,000. 780-201-0995 Cold Lake AB www.windandweathershelters.com COMMERCIAL GRADE Wind and weather shelter buildings available in widths from 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; to 90â&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Prices starting at $2495. If you have bought an auction building and need to upgrade to more durable material or parts, we can help! Contact Paul 306-641-5464 or Ladimer 306-795-7779. Located in Yorkton, SK.

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INTERNATIONAL CLOSED DOOR baler, model NA1450; 2 hydraulic pin presses; 1 portable hydraulic track press; 3 Goodman battery locomotive carts w/hundreds of feet of track. Cambrian Equipment Sales, Winnipeg, MB. (Ph) 204-667-2867 or (Fax) 204-667-2932. ONLINE ONLY UNRESERVED AUCTION: Apr 4-10, 2018 www.championassets.ca 1 of 2 - 1998 Terex TS14 scraper(s). Call Larry, 306-865-7660, Lic# 334832. 1978 CHAMPION 740 motor grader, Detroit 6 cyl., showing 2568 hrs., 14â&#x20AC;&#x2122; moldboard, scarifier, cab, new rear tires, $13,900. Call 1-800-667-4515 or visit: www.combineworld.com FERRARI 257.3 CRANE Max lift 8300 kgs., max reach 10.33m (2100 kgs at max reach), outriggers, controls on both sides, $4900. Call 1-800-667-4515 or visit: www.combineworld.com

2007 JOHN DEERE 710J backhoe, 4x4, LONG LAKE TRUCKING, two units, custom new tires, ex-city, 6445 hrs., $47,500. Call hay hauling. 306-567-7100, Imperial, SK. 403-291-1010, Calgary, AB. ANDRES TRUCKING. Equipment, Bins, 2004 CAT 973C, undercarriage 95%, no Tanks, Air Drills, Canada/US. Phone or text leaks, nice clean one owner machine. 403-244-7813, Calgary, AB. 306-736-3454, Windthorst, SK.

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BOOK NOW, TAKE DELIVERY, DONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T PAY UNTIL NOVEMBER, 2018. Top quality MERIDIAN bins. Price includes: skid, ladders to ground, manhole, set-up and delivery within set radius. Meridian Hopper Combo S P E C I A L : 5000 bu., $14,990. We manufacture superior quality hoppers and steel floors for all makes and sizes. Know what you are investing in. Call and find out why our product quality and price well exceeds the competition. We also stock replacement lids for all makes & SPRING SPECIAL on all post or stud models of bins. Leasing available. Hoffart frame farm buildings. Choose: sliding Services Inc., 306-957-2033, Odessa, SK. doors, overhead doors, or bi-fold doors. N ew - Te c h C o n s t r u c t i o n L t d . P h o n e : Download the 306-220-2749, Hague, SK. free app today.

3406B, N14, SERIES 60, running engines and parts. Call Yellowhead Traders, PORTABLE TOILET SALES: Selling 5 306-896-2882, Churchbridge, SK. Peaks Technologies new portable toilets and accessories. Phone 403-680-0752 for GREAT PRICES ON new, used and remanudetails. Visit on-line: 5peaksdistributors.ca factured engines, parts and accessories for pickups. Large inventory, engines WANTED: COMPLETE CAB or parts of a diesel be shipped or installed. Give us a call cab for 2012 Case backhoe model 590SN, can or check: www.thickettenginerebuilding.ca 306-824-4711, Mayfair, SK. Thickett Engine Rebuilding. 204-532-2187, CASE 2870 w/Degelman dozer; Fassi hyd. Russell, MB. arm & 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 1-ton steel deck. 306-304-1959, Meadow Lake, SK. 2007 CASE CX 210 excavator, vg cond. Comes with new hyd. thumb, new UC, used 32 digging & wrist twist bucket, Frost tooth ripper, QA, AC, heater, aux. hyd., 6091 hrs. AC good cond., $109,000. Can deliver, please serious inquires only. 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. ONLINE AUCTION: JD Crawler 750C LGP See Poloverde Industries Close-Out. Bids Close March 20th in Saskatoon, SK. Visit: McDougallAuction.com for details or call Terry 306-652-4334 or 1-800-263-4193, PL#331787. ONLINE ONLY UNRESERVED AUCTION: Apr 4-10, 2018 www.championassets.ca 2011 BSW lowbed, 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; wide tri-axle. Call Larry, 306-865-7660, Lic# 334832. 2005 CAT 930G wheel loader, c/w QuickAttach forks and bucket, 12,000 hrs. Call Randy at 780-983-0936, Clyde, AB. CAT 463 PULL SCRAPER, hyd. machine, 21 yard capacity, very nice shape, $50,000. OBO. 204-669-9626, Winnipeg, MB. ONLINE ONLY UNRESERVED AUCTION: Apr 4-10, 2018 www.championassets.ca 2008 EMT tandem axle jeep. Call Larry, 306-865-7660, Lic# 334832. WANTED: BIG BREAKING PLOUGH for D8 Cat, must be in good shape, Please call 204-669-9626, Winnipeg, MB. REDUCED TO CLEAR, partial listing only, much, much more!! 1990 Ford HWY tractor with 50 T-winch, 3406 engine; 1985 Mack dump truck, 18â&#x20AC;&#x2122; box; 1985 Mack dump truck, 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; box; 1985 IH S1900 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; blade & 13â&#x20AC;&#x2122; box; 2-1986 Ford 9000 HWY tractor; 1986 GMC fuel tanker truck; 1986 GMC tandem dump truck; 2003 IH 4300 dump truck; 2006 GMC 1500 V6 ext. cab, only 40,000 miles; 2-FWD 4x4 trucks with snowblowers, gas & diesel engines; 3-Sicard 4x4 trucks with v-plow and side wing, NH 250 Cummins diesel; 4-Oshkosh 4x4 trucks with snow plows and side wing, auto trans., diesel; Ford 800 truck, diesel, with box; IH deck truck, crew cab, DT466 diesel; Full tandem, 8 1/2x16 1/2 deck, large; Fassi crane, rear hyd. winch; Ford 8000 tandem, with near new 140 Hiab crane; 1995 Ford flat deck truck, gas; 1979 IH Cargo Star 1950B with 15â&#x20AC;&#x2122; van, DT466, only 34,000 kms; 2-100â&#x20AC;&#x2122; ladder trucks; 10fire engines; Parting out over 25 graders, new and used parts, big discounts. 2 yards over 50 acres of dismantled equipment. Cambrian Equipment Sales, 494 Panet Road, Winnipeg, MB. Ph. 204-667-2867 or fax: 204-667-2932

WANTED: MOBILE EXCAVATOR w/rubber tires, similar to medium sized track hoe. 306-304-1959, Meadow Lake, SK 2000 BOMAG BW90AD-2 vibratory roller, 1100 hrs., Kubota diesel, 36â&#x20AC;? drums, $7980. Call 1-800-667-4515 or visit: www.combineworld.com 2006 JD 270C LC hydraulic excavator, 10,464 hrs., 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; stick, Q/C bucket, $69,800. Call 1-800-667-4515 or visit: www.combineworld.com 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. IDAHO-NORLAND Snow blower, 15,888 miles, 4 wheel steer, air brakes, Detroit V8 blower engine, Detroit V6 drive engine, $13,900. Call 1-800-667-4515 or visit: www.combineworld.com 2015 JOHN DEERE 130G track hoe, w/quick attach bucket, hyd thumb, c/w 50â&#x20AC;? ditching bucket, excellent shape, 600 hrs. $122,250. Lawrence 204-856-9176 or Micheal shop, 204-871-6483, Austin, MB. 2013 JD 210K EP skip loader, 1336 hrs., 4WD, 70HP, canopy, forks, 3 spd. powershift, c/w personel carrier, $29,900. 1-800-667-4515 www.combineworld.com ONLINE ONLY UNRESERVED AUCTION: Apr 4-10, 2018 www.championassets.ca 2006 JD 300D 6x6 articulating rock truck. Call Larry, 306-865-7660, Lic# 334832. 2008 KOMATSU WA200 Loader, 10,000 hrs., 2 yard, QA, 17.5 tires, $48,000. 403-291-1010, Calgary, AB. EXCAVATOR BUCKETS, various shapes and sizes for different excavators. Call 204-871-0925, MacGregor, MB. 2010 JD 870GP Grader, 6635 hrs., very good condition, $95,000. 306-372-4502, Luseland, SK.

BEHLEN STEEL BUILDINGS, quonsets, convex and rigid frame straight walls, grain tanks, metal cladding, farm- commercial. Construction and concrete crews. Guaranteed workmanship. Call your Saskatoon and Northwest Behlen Distributor, Janzen Steel Buildings, 306-242-7767, POLE BARNS, WOODSTEEL packages, Osler, SK. hog, chicken and dairy barns. Construction and concrete crews available. Mel or Scott, MR Steel Construction, 306-978-0315, WOOD COUNTRY Hague, SK. AFAB INDUSTRIES POST frame buildings. For the customer that prefers quality. 1-888-816-AFAB (2322), Rocanville, SK. DIAMOND CANVAS SHELTERS, sizes ranging from 15â&#x20AC;&#x2122; wide to 120â&#x20AC;&#x2122; wide, any length. Call Bill 780-986-5548, Leduc, AB. www.starlinesales.com

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2011 CASE/IH 8120, 2700 eng. hrs, 1900 1994 JD 9600 with 3900 threshing hrs., sep., AutoSteer, farmer owned, $125,000 Sunnybrook cylinder, MAV chopper, new USD, 605-226-0695, Aberdeen, SD, USA. tires 5 years ago, asking $37,500; JD 930 2004 CIH 2388 w/2015 PU header, AFX rigid header including transport, $5000. rotor, lateral tilt feeder house, HHC, chop- Will sell both for $40,000. 306-989-4332, per, rock trap, grain tank ext., roll tarp, cell: 306-960-2160, Paddockwood, SK. DMC II moisture tester, exc. cond, vg tires $62,000 OBO. 306-861-4592, Fillmore, SK.

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SUPER 1049 BALE WAGON, 361 Ford, MICHELâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S THREE HOPPER alum. 8â&#x20AC;? auger 2092 hrs., always shedded. 204-822-3140, system for Doepker trailer, used very little, Morden, MB. shedded. 306-372-7715, Luseland, SK. Highline 1400 bale mover, $22,000; EARLY SPRING CLEARANCE: New SLMD 2013 Tubeline 5000 silage bale wrapper, 1272 and HD10-53. Used augers: 2013 Sa- 2011 $19,900. 306-768-7726, Carrot River, SK. kundiak SLMD 1272, loaded, $14,800; Farm King 10x70 S/A, $6900; HD 8x39 BALE SPEARS, high quality imported w/20 HP Kohler and mover $6950. Also a from Italy, 27â&#x20AC;? and 49â&#x20AC;?, free shipping, exdealer for Convey-All Conveyors. Leasing c e l l e n t p r i c i n g . C a l l n o w t o l l f r e e available! Call Dale at Mainway Farm 2004 24 ton WILLMAR on 3 axle trailer Equipment, 306-567-3285, 306-567-7299, 1-866-443-7444, Stonewall, MB. $37,500; 2009 24 ton, Willmar on 3 axle Davidson www.mainwayfarmequipment.ca self-contained $43,500; 2004 KBH semitender, self contained, $32,500; 2009 and MERIDIAN GRAIN AUGERS available 2012 Merritt semi-belt tender, self con- with self-propelled mover kits and bin SCHULTE XH1500 BAT WING 15â&#x20AC;&#x2122; mower, t a i n e d , $ 3 3 , 5 0 0 a n d $ 4 4 , 0 0 0 . C a l l sweeps. Call Kevinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Custom Ag in Nipaw- nice condition, new blades, clutches and universals, 1/3 price of new at $11,500. 406-576-3402 or 406-466-5356, Choteau, in, SK. Toll free 1-888-304-2837. Call Randy 204-729-5162, Brandon, MB. MT. Visit: www.fertilizerequipment.net NEVER CLIMB A BIN AGAIN! Full-bin Super Sensor, reliable hardwired with 2 year warranty; Magnetic Camera Pkg. - One man positioning of auger (even at night); Hopper Dropper - Unload your hopper bins without any mess; Wireless Magnetic LED Light - Position your swing auger at night from the comfort of your truck. Safety and convenience are the name of the game. www.brownlees.ca Brownlees Trucking Inc Unity, SK., 306-228-2971, 1-877-228-5598 2011 4520 1-bin, 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122; booms, $143,000; 2010 Case 3520, 3-bin, 2670 hrs., $115,000; SPECIAL: 2010 Case 4520, 1bin, 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122; booms, 1920 hrs., AutoSteer, $138,000; 2006 Case 4510, AutoSteer, FlexAir 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122; booms, 7400 hrs., $77,000; BAG Supplies Canada Ltd. 2005 Case 4520 w/70â&#x20AC;&#x2122; FlexAir, 4000 hrs., Bulk Bags/Tote Bags/Super Sacks $78,000; 2010 International New Leader G4, 3000 hrs., $88,000; 2004 Case 4010, 80â&#x20AC;&#x2122; SPRAYER, 7000 hrs., $58,000; 2002 Loral AirMax 1000, 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122; boom, $63,000; 2009 AgChem 3 wheeler, 4000 hrs., Gforce spinner bed, $88,000; 2013 Wilmar Wrangler 4565, loader, 1600 hrs., bucket and fork, $29,500; 18,000 gal. NH3 holding tank, $34,500. All USD prices. 406-576-3402 or 406-466-5356, Choteau, If we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have it in stock, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll custom make it for you! MT. Visit: www.fertilizerequipment.net PATTISON 1625 GALLON liquid fertilizer info@bagsupplies.ca www.bagsupplies.ca cart with new pump & motor. Briercrest Tel: 1-519-271-5393 Fax: 1-519-271-2027 Farms Farm Equipment Auction, Saturday April 14th, 2018, Sintaluta, SK. Visit: www.mackauctioncompany.com for sale bill and photos. Join us on Facebook! For GRAVITY WAGONS: New 400 bu, $7,400; info call 306-421-2928 or 306-487-7815 600 bu., $12,500; 750 bu., $18,250. Large Mack Auction Co. PL 311962. selection of used gravity wagons, 250-750 bu. Used grain carts, 450 to 1110 bushel. View at: www.zettlerfarmequipment.com 1-866-938-8537, Portage la Prairie, MB.

2012 CASE/IH SP combine w/2016 CIH Master PU header, showing 1275 threshing hrs; Also 1986 Case/IH 1680 SP combine w/4306 hrs. Briercrest Farms Farm Equipment Auction, Saturday April 14th, 2018, Sintaluta, SK. For sale bill & photos visit: www.mackauctioncompany.com Info at 306-421-2928 or 306-487-7815, Mack Auction Co. PL 311962. Join us on FB!

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2008 JD 9870 small grains combine, 1762 eng./1186 sep. hrs., AutoTrac ready, 20.8R/ 42 duals, 28L/26 rears, 2009 JD 615 PU platform, Michel's roll over tarp. Has never done peas. Has been Greenlighted every 2nd year and has many product improvement and software upgrades. Always shedded, like new cond., $200,000.; 2009 JD 630D draper straight cut header, single knife drive, PU reel, slow spd. transport w/ full skid shoes, exc. cond., always shedded, $50,000. 780-518-0635, Sexsmith, AB. tnvavrek@coool.ca

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2011 SEED HAWK 50’ toolbar, 12” spacing, w/600 cart, dual wheels, auger and bag lift, $225,000; 2010 Seed Hawk 66’ toolbar, 12” spacing, w/400+ Seed Hawk seed cart, 2 fans, seed and fertilizer kit, also NH kit, $175,000. A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment, 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK. 40’ BOURGAULT 8810 c/w Bourgault 5250 air cart with poly packers. Briercrest Farms Farm Equipment Auction, Saturday April 14th, 2018, Sintaluta, SK. Visit: www.mackauctioncompany.com for sale bill & photos. Info at 306-421-2928 or 306-487-7815, Mack Auction Co. PL 311962. Join us on Facebook!

2- 60’ EZEE-ON 7560 Air Drills, 400 bu. 4000 TBH tanks, var. rate ctrl, new in 2007, 2000 ac./year per drill, 3” steel packers, 8” spacing, 2” paired row openers, excellent for organic farming, $40,000 per drill OBO. Charles Cattle Co. Ltd., for answering service call 306-457-2935 or cell: 306-457-7529, Stoughton, SK. PARTING OUT: 2000 Flexi-Coil 7500 50’ air drill, 4” rubber packers, double shoot. WANTED: NEWER FLEXI-COIL 5000, Combine World - the drill and tank source. 33-39’, 9” spacing, DS or TS, large tank. 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com 780-405-8089, Tofield, AB. 2011 NEW HOLLAND P2050, TBH, dual PACKER TIRES ON RIMS for Bourgault, shoot dry, 3.5" steel packers, dual fans, Seedmaster & Seed Hawk drills at ex- paired row dutch carbides, INT IV monitor, tremely low prices. New and like new con- low acres, field ready, $79,000 OBO. dition. Air-filled 4.8x8, $19/each. Volume 306-827-7704, 306-827-7425, Radisson, discounts! Call 1-800-667-4515 or visit: SK. cwsch@sasktel.net www.combineworld.com 2002 BOURGAULT 5710, 59’, MRB’s, sin66’ Bourgault, front delivery, single shoot, gle shoot, double shoot w/liquid to MRB’s, bolt on, 3/4” openers, like new, $4500 3” rubber packers, 330 lb. trips, $14,800. OBO. Call/Text 306-736-8088, Kipling, SK. 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com 2015 K-HART 66’ GEN 2 Disc Drill with 2009 SEED HAWK 66’, 12” spacing, single 2013 Bourgault 6700 ST tank. 12” spac- knife, only 1 season on new knives, 600 ing, 8 seed towers and lines, mud scrap- bu. TBH tank, 30.8 rear tires, always sheders, blockage monitors included, $260,000 ded, field ready, $160,000. 780-812-4471, OBO. Will sell drill & cart separately if re- Bonnyville, AB. quested. 306-774-3903, Pennant, SK. 1996 BOURGAULT 5710, 42', 3/4" carbide WANTED: 40-50’ SEEDHAWK Air Drill. spikes, 3" packers and Haukass disc markWith or without liquid. Call 306-230-7401, ers. 1993 Bourgault 2155 air tank, always shedded, very clean, very little rust, Saskatoon, SK. $35,000 OBO. Phone 204-734-0013 or 204-238-4258, Bowsman, MB.

HEAVY DUTY WHEEL DOLLY. Change your sprayer tires in less than an hour! Over 250 COMPLETE LINE OF potato equipment. units sold. Perfect tool for safely and Planting, sorting, harvest. 306-873-5527, quickly moving or changing large wheels Tisdale, SK. and tires, $1499. Phone 403-892-3303, 2007 JD 1770NT 16 row 30” corn and Carmangay, AB., www.hdwheeldolly.com soybean planter, c/w 2 PTH, liquid fert. 2011 ROGATOR 1396, 1300 SS tank, Rakit, 600 gal. liquid fert. tank, 240 gal. liq- ven Viper Pro, Raven SmarTrax steering uid fert. tank, MaxEmerge XP, not used w/slingshot, AccuBoom sec. control, Autolast 2 yrs, monitor and controller included, Boom height control, HID lighting, DeKon$40,000. 204-871-0925, MacGregor, MB. ing air lift crop dividers, 2 sets of Michelin tires, 1 owner. Please call 204-937-3429, 204-937-7047, Roblin, MB. 2013 CASE/IH 3330 high clearance sprayer. Has active suspension, sectional control, AutoBoom height, 100’ boom, 2 sets of tires, crop dividers, Outback S3, leather interior, 580 engine hours. Mint condition, bought new, always stored inside. Rented farm out. $249,000 OBO. 204-662-4474, or 204-851-0211, Sinclair, MB. 2013 RG 1100, Viper Pro, height ctrl., AccuBoom, BCO, deluxe cab, HID lights, remote section ctrl., 2 sets of tires, 2160 hrs., $255,000. 403-994-7754, Olds, AB.

21’ EDWARDS hoe drill, Bourgault air tank, eng. fan drive, liquid fert., 7.5” spacing, steel packers, $7500 OBO, 204-476-6907. 2001 BOURGAULT 5350, 3 tanks, 3 meters, double shoot, rear rice tires, rear hitch, very good cond., $31,250. Call/text 306-921-5402, St. Brieux, SK. FLEXI-COIL 1720 TBH air cart, good condition, stored inside, $6000. 306-436-4426, Milestone, SK.

2014 JOHN DEERE 4730, 110 Hours, 800 gal tank, 100 ft booms, next to new condition, $270,000. 403-704-3537, Ponoka, AB. 2013 JD 4940, 120’, 1500 eng, 380 tires & duals on rear, 1200 gal. stainless, all options, $219,000. 306-948-7223, Biggar, SK

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2009 APACHE 90’ AS715 sprayer, 1395 hrs & sectional control. Briercrest Farms Farm Equipment Auction, Saturday April 14th, 2018, Sintaluta, SK. For sale bill & photos visit: www.mackauctioncompany.com Info at 306-421-2928 or 306-487-7815, Mack Auction Co. PL 311962. Join us on FB! DEGELMAN SIGNATURE 7200 rockpicker, completely redone. All new hard faced fingers, hydronic drive, new paint, tires 95%, field ready, in mint condition!! 2 to chose from $24,500. Can deliver. 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB.

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FARM CHEMICAL/ SEED COMPLAINTS We specialize in agricultural complaints of any nature: Crop ins. appeals; Spray drift; Chemical failure; Residual herbicide; Custom operator issues; Equip. malfunction. Back-Track Investigations 1-866-882-4779 for assistance w/compensation, P.Ag. 2015 SCHULTE 2500 giant rock picker on staff, www.backtrackcanada.com w/wide grate spacing, excellent condition. 306-231-8060, Englefeld, SK. 120' SPRAY-AIR TRIDENT 3600 sprayer, w/ 1300 gallon tank, $16,000 CAD. Scobey, MT. 406-783-5510, charlie@cahillseeds.com

2008 APACHE AS1010, Cummins eng., 2443 hrs., 1000 gal. poly tank, 100’ boom, Outback GPS w/AutoSteer, Raven controller, sec. boom w/sec. control, 6 speed electric shift, work light package, fender k i t , fe n c e r ow n o z z l e b o t h b o o m s , $86,400. 306-741-0387, Swift Current, SK.

SCHULTE SRW 1400 Rock Rake, exc. cond., 2014 CASE 4430, $260,000, 2035 engine $10,000 OBO. 204-647-4274, Ochre River, hours, 120’ boom, AIM, Viper Pro, fan reMB. Email: wolff.ron.odile@gmail.com verser, 2 sets of tires, dividers, loaded, exc. cond., 306-398-7677, Cut Knife, SK.

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2006 JD 1895 43’ disc drill, MRB’s, 10.5” sp 1997 MELROE SPRA-COUPE, high clear- 1910 430 cart, low acres, $83,000. Will ance, 400 gal. tank, 2200 hrs., AutoBoom deliver. 403-654-0430, Vauxhall, AB. kit, $45,000. 306-296-4640, Frontier, SK. WANTED: 2000 OR NEWER Flexi-Coil 40’ 2011 FRONT MOUNT 960 Schulte blower to 45’ air drill and TBT cart, 7” spacing. on a FM-350 frame, exc. cond., $10,000. Call 780-841-9594, La Crete, AB. 306-256-7179,306-233-7774 Cudworth SK 2009 1286C Rogator parts, 830 hrs, C9 Cat 2013 JOHN DEERE 1830, 50’, 12.5” spacengine w/radiator, hydros, wheel motors, ing, 4” paired row Atom Jet openers, double shoot, seed primary blockage moniplenty of other parts. 403-994-7754, Olds. tors, floatation tires, steel packers, c/w HEPSON EQUIPMENT INC. - 100% Field Ready Harvesters. Brandon, MB. FLOATER TIRES: Factory rims & tires: JD 550 JD 1910 air cart, conveyor auger, hydraulic meters, duals on tank, $150,000. 4045, 710/60R46, $20,500; 800/55R46, 2016 Claas Jaguar 970, 775HP, 1600 hrs, $395,000; 2014 Claas Jaguar 940, 516 HP, $22,500; JD 4038, Case 4420, 650/65R38 204-851-5520, Cromer, MB. 2300 hrs., $285,000; 2008 Claas Jaguar Michelin tires and rims. Sprayer duals 2010 SEED HAWK 60’ Toolbar, 12” sp., 900, 623 HP, 2700 hrs., $175,000; 2002 available. 306-697-2856, Grenfell, SK. w/Seed Hawk 400 cart, 2 fans, seed & ferClaas Jaguar 870, 442 HP, 3300 hrs., tilizer distributing kit auger. Also NH kit & CANADIAN ONLINE DISCOUNT Sprayer winch $175,000. 306-449-2255, A.E. Chi$157,500. Ph 204-727-1050 for details Parts, fast free shipping, 1-587-355-3354. coine Farm Equipment Ltd., Storthoaks SK. NH FP240 FORAGE Harvester, recent www.nozzleninja.com $8000 in repairs, $18,000. 306-837-2050, 2004 FLEXI-COIL 5000 TBT variable 3850 306-240-8164. Loon Lake, SK. SET OF FOUR 320/90R50 Michelin Agribib tank, 9” dual shoot, Dutch openers, 4” rubsprayer tires w/rims, fit Rogator 1084, 10 b e r p a c ke r s , n i c e s h ap e , $ 5 5 , 0 0 0 . bolt, $5000. 403-994-7754, Olds, AB. 780-645-0649, St. Paul, AB.

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2010 JD 1830, 61’ on 7.5” spacing, 3” rubber packers, 1930 tank, 430 bu., TBH, blockage sensors, $52,000. 204-648-7129, Grandview, MB.

MORRIS 7180 air tank, new meter body on fert. tank, good hoses & recent loading auger, $5000. 306-276-7788, 306-769-8887 Arborfield, SK. breavie@live.ca 2012 JD 1870 SEEDER, 1910 cart, 430 bu. TBT, 18,000 ac., paired row openers, 56’, 12” spacing. 403-396-0828, Rimbey, AB. 2013 AMITY 4010 hoe drill, w/3350 tank, 10” spacing, 4 1/2” dutch openers, w / N H 3 , hy d . d r i ve , 4 8 0 0 a c . o n ly, $115,000 USD. 701-220-1285, Tuttle, ND.

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1983 JD 8850, 370 HP, PTO, tires are like 2013 NH TV6070, loader/bucket/grapple, new, 9200 hrs., in nice shape, $40,000. 4100 hrs., very good condition, $100,500. 306-768-4099, Carrot River, SK. Please call 306-263-3232, Tyvan, SK. Email: youngslandc@gmail.com UTILITY TRACTORS: John Deere 6200, 2 WD, open station with loader; JD 5524, 2004 NH TJ375, 4 WD, 3980 hrs., deluxe MFWD w/loader; 5400 MFWD JD open cab, Goodyear 710/70R42 tires at 70%, 55GPM, 4 remotes, standard trans., HID station, 204-522-6333, Melita, MB. lights, Outback AutoSteer w/STX monitor, 2011 JD 9430, 3000 hrs., 710x42 Fire- always shedded, exc. cond., $152,000 stones, 18 spd. PS, Active Seat, rubber OBO. 306-644-4703, Loreburn, SK. 70%, exc. cond., $225,000 OBO. Charles Cattle Co. Ltd. For answering service call 1997 NEW HOLLAND 9682, 5150 hrs., 20.8/42 tires, $67,500. 780-352-4911 or 2007 CAT 938G, 2550 hrs., $115,000. Call 306-457-2935, 306-457-7529, Stoughton. 780-361-7910, Wetaskiwin, AB. 1-800-510-3303, St. Lazare, MB. 1989 CIH 9170, PS, AutoSteer, 8180 hrs., 2015 JD 6140R MFWD, 150 HP, 1870 $45,000. Located near Minot, ND. Call hrs., 20 spd., Quicke Q66 FEL w/forks and 306-563-8482. bucket, 3 PTH, 540/1000m diff. lock, front axle suspension, 50 KPH+, $149,000. 1989 TW35 FWA, c/w Leon HD FEL, buck1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com et, grapple, joystick. Call 780-847-2148, 2013 JD 9410R PS, 1480 hrs., 1000 PTO, 780-872-2832, Tulliby Lake, AB. high-flow w/5 remotes, leather trim, pre- 1994 FORD 8340 Powerstar SLE, 112 HP, mium HID lights, 620/70R42’s w/duals, MFWD, 1000 PTO, 4 hydraulic outlets, $199,500 USD. www.ms-diversified.com w / 7 9 5 B u h l e r l o a d e r a n d g r ap p l e , 2013 CIH 1245 Planter, 18 rows, 20" spacCall 320-848-2496 or 320-894-6560. $40,000. 306-225-0104, Hague, SK. ing, 4276 ac., used to seed canola, c/w trash managers 660 gal. liquid fert. tanks, canola plates included. $95,000 OBO. Please call 780-307-4343, Barrhead, AB. 2008 Hitachi ZX 270 LC-3, new hyd. WANTED: SERIES 800 - 875 Versatile thumb, QA WBM, vg cond. Eng. Proheat, forwardseedfarm@gmail.com tractor in good shape. Call 306-847-2112, job ready, approx 10,000 hrs on Isuzu eng. JD 1780 MAXEMERGE+ planter with air or 306-567-7830, Liberty, SK. (Warranty), $124,000. Can deliver, call bags, 31 row, equipped for beans & corn, c/w mounted Valmar granular applicator, 1985 VERSATILE 856, 4 WD, 8725 hrs., 12 anytime 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. $41,000. 204-525-2446, Swan River, MB. spd., PS, PTO, and 20.8/38 tires, 30%. Very well maintained, good condition. $30,000 QUICKE 860 TL loader, bucket/grapple, off JD 7300 PLANTER, MaxEmerge 2, 12 row, TRACK UNDERCARRIAGE PARTS for liquid kit, 2 PTH, seed box ext., corn & JD, CIH & Challenger track machines - in JD 6140R, 50 km, 994 hrs., 20 SP Auto- OBO. Call 204-734-0013 or 204-238-4258, NH T7030; JD 640 loader, bucket/grapple, off JD 6420; Allied 795 loader, off NH bean discs, granular applicators, $12,500. stock. Bogeys, idlers, bearings, seals, Quad (50K), triple link suspension, premi- Bowsman, MB. 8360; Also other older loaders. Austin, MB. Matt at 204-723-5002, Notre Dame, MB. tracks, factory direct. 1-800-667-4515, um cab, HID light package, 520/85R42 1977 VERSATILE 500 4WD, 18.4x38 tires, Call/text 204-871-2708 Call 204-685-2124 Michelin’s, H360, 3rd function available, 15 spd., circulating block heater, 2 new www.combineworld.com 7200 MAX EMERGE II JD Planter, 12 row, loaded American tractor, mint condition. batteries, newer radiator & hyd. pump, adBLADES: Degelman 7200, 14’ 6-way, 30" spacing. Dry fertilizer boxes w/3 PTH & RETIRING: 1997 CIH 9380, 12 spd. std., $144,000. 888-242-1571, Gadshill, ON. justable axles, big 1000 PTO, 3 PTH, Cum- 2mounts 9320 4WD, $19,500; Degelman row cleaners, $18,000 CAD OBO. Scobey, 20.8x42 triples, 50%, 5120 hrs., exc. cond., mins engine runs great, $10,000 OBO. 5 7 0 0 , 1JD 2 ’ 4 - w ay, m o u n t s J D 7 7 2 0 , MT. 406-783-5510 charlie@cahillseeds.com $95,000. 306-424-7761, Montmartre, SK. 2003 JD 9520 4WD, 7404 hrs., new motor, 204-967-2009, Kelwood, MB. $11,000. Call 780-679-7795, Camrose, AB. 450 HP, 4 hyd., PTO, AutoTrac ready, good 1997 JD PLANTER, 1770 NT, 16 R 30", 2009 CIH L760 Front End Loader FEL tires, $165,000 OBO. 780-618-7377, St. 2008 VERS. 2375 4WD, 3500 hrs., 710/38 single disk dry fertilizer openers, Yetter row quick attach, aux. hyds., 6050 lb lift, very Isidore, AB. tires, Outback AutoSteer, traction monitor, 12’ DEGELMAN 46/5700 4-way dozer cleaners, precision meters, new seed open- good cond., for Puma 115-155, $14,900. $125,000. 204-729-7078, Brandon, MB. blade, QA, $15,000; HLA snow wing dozer ers and seed tube guards, new gauge 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com blade, trip cutting edge, can be mounted 1994 JD 4760, 4715 hrs., 15spd., PS, big wheels, pneumatic down pressure and var. on industrial loader, $15,000. Wandering 1000 PTO, 3 hyd. remotes, front weights, rate drive, $28,000 OBO. Call 204-526-0848 1990 CASE/IH 9150, Outback AutoSteer & duals, VG cond., $69,800. 204-526-2219, River, AB. 780-771-2155 or 780-404-1212. 204-526-7805, Cypress River, MB. Email: mapping, 8000 hrs., usually shedded, Bruxelles, MB. tmcarels@gmail.com $48,500. 306-567-8614, Davidson, SK. wyndview@hotmail.com 2003 JD 7420, MFWD, rear inner wheel 2006 JD 1780 Planter, 12 row, 30" spacing, 1999 CASE/IH MX220, MFWD, powershift, weights, 3 remotes, 741 self-levelling vacuum tanks w/liquid fert., & row clean- 3PTH, 540/1000 & big 1000 PTO, 4 hyds., loader w/grapple, IVT trans., 9550 hrs., duals, 8500 hrs., nice condition, $56,500. ers, good cond., $35,000 CAD. Scobey, MT. $75,000. 204-648-7129, Grandview, MB. 204-324-7410, Ridgeville, MB. 406-783-5510, charlie@cahillseeds.com 2005 JOHN DEERE 7220, IVT trans., 3 2001 MX120 w/loader; 2000 MX135; 2001 DEGELMAN 45’ LAND ROLLER, $33,900; PTH, 741 loader and grapple, $52,000. Flexi-Coil 3450 seeder, variable rate, MX170 w/loader; and 2003 MX255, MFWD 780-674-5516, 780-305-7152 Barrhead AB $29,500; Hi Line 50’ jumbo heavy harrow, w/loader. 204-522-6333, Melita, MB. $28,700; Hi Line 60’ harrow packer, 1997 CASE/IH 9350, 310 HP, 5480 hrs., 4 2000 JD 7710, 5130 hrs.; 2000 JD 8310; $4500; Bourgault packer wheels, $100 remotes, tires at 50%, c/w AutoSteer, 2001 JD 7810; 2009 JD 7830, 3900 hrs.; ADD A GRAPPLE to your compact John per foot; Brandt 15x45 conveyor, gas and $67,000. 306-620-5407, Kamsack, SK. Deere tractor. For more information go to: 2003 JD 7810, IVP trans. All MFWD, can elec., $24,500. Pro Ag Sales, call anytime viperbitegrapples.ca 306-493-7153. be equipped with loaders. 204-522-6333, 2013 VARIOUS LS MTRON, MFWD, 550 CASE/IH 9370 4WD, 4857 hrs; 2012 CIH Melita, MB. 306-441-2030, North Battleford, SK. hrs., FWA. This unit has all the bells and Puma 125 FWA with Case/IH L760 FEL ONLINE ONLY UNRESERVED AUCTION: and 3PTH. Briercrest Farms Farm Equip- 1988 JD 4650, PS, 3 hyds., Greenlighted, whistles except 3 PTH, exc. cond., 96 HP, Apr 4-10, 2018 www.championassets.ca ment Auction, Saturday April 14th, 2018, like new rubber, hard to find one better! w/loader, cab, only 550 hrs., replacement 2011 JD 850J dozer w/H6H winch. Call $80,000 +. Would look at cash offers/ BREAKING DISCS: KEWANEE, 15’ and Sintaluta, SK. For sale bill & photos visit: $36,500. 403-504-9607, Medicine Hat, AB. Larry, 306-865-7660, Lic# 334832. 12’; Rome 12’; Towner 16-18’; Wishek 18’ www.mackauctioncompany.com join us on BOOK NORCAN SOYBEANS Common #1 possible trade or some financing, $55,000. More info call Bill 780-482-5273 or call FB. Info. 306-421-2928 or 306-487-7815 and 30’. 1-866-938-8537. so you keep more green. Buy a bigger JD David at 780-349-5244, Edmonton, AB. ONLINE ONLY UNRESERVED AUCTION: Mack Auction Co. PL 311962. Apr 4-10, 2018 www.championassets.ca with the savings! Early discounts. Norcan Email: dwrhine41s@live.ca 7 SERIES MORRIS, brand new HoneyBee Dresser/IHC 530 wheel loader. Call Larry, dead rod, needs shovels, $3500. Willing to 2016 CASE/IH MAXXUM 115, MFWD, Seeds at 204-372-6552, Fisher Branch MB. 2006 MCCORMICK MTX 150 and 2004 306-865-7660, Lic# 334832. trade for smaller 7 series Morris cultivator. 692 hrs., 115 HP, FEL, 540/1000 PTO, 3 PTH, excellent condition, $ 9 9 , 8 0 0 . 2009 JD 9530, w/3900 hrs., PS, Hi-flow MTX 140 with loader. Both low hours. Call 306-460-9027, Flaxcombe, SK. hyd., 800 rubber, extra weight, $189,000; 204-522-6333, Melita, MB. 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com FLEXI-COIL 50’ 5 section ST820 cultivator, 1994 JD 8870, w/5800 hrs., 24 spd., 710 only ever used for seeding, always shed- CASE/IH 9150, powershift, new tires 2 metrics, rebuilt engine, very good cond., MF 1085, CAB, 3PTH, MF loader, $7500; JD 4010, cab, Leon loader, $5500; INT ded, mint cond., $42,500 with air pack and years ago, 8290 hrs., return line, no PTO, $69,000. 306-948-7223, Biggar, SK. 1086 w/aftermarket 3PTH, $6500. Austin, seed openers; or $37,500 without. Call $39,500. 780-608-9024, Tofield, AB. 2017 JD 6175R, H380 loader w/grapple, MB. Call/txt 204-871-2708, 204-685-2124. 204-662-4432, 204-522-6681, Sinclair, MB 85 hrs., IVT, Triple Link, $154,500 USD; 1979 UNIMOG 406 Case MB4-94, 1400 PARTING OUT: 1996 Bourgault 5710 54’ 2016 JD 6155R, 640R loader w/grapple, hrs, 5600 mi, 20 spd. trans., disc brakes, air drill, 3.5” steel packers, 10” spacing, 348 hrs., IVT (50K), Triple Link, AutoTrac front & rear 540-1000 PTO, high volume USED, LOW HOUR Generator. 20 kW - 2000 SS, MRB’s, carbide tipped knives. Combine $144,500 USD. Call 320-848-2496 or hyds., c/w Schmidt VF3C snowblower kW. Diesel, propane, and natural gas. CAT, World - the drill & tank parts source. 320-894-6560, www.ms-diversified.com w/840 hrs. on OM352A turbo, 1600 Cummins/Onan, Kohler, Detroit Diesel, and 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com tons/hr; Schmidt angled snowplow; more. All units have been ran, serviced, and 35’ IHC VIBRASHANK field cultivator with Schmidt loader bucket; Case Extend-a- load bank tested. See the complete inven210 Valmar tank & kit; 31’ Morris CP631 hoe; and Case dozer blade. Will separate. tory online! www.abrahamindustrial.com DT cultivator, with NH3 application kit. Everything works great, $55,000 OBO 701-371-9526, 701-367-4305, Cooperstown, ND., info@abrahamindustrial.com 780-663-2201 or 780-679-5606, Ryley, AB. complete. Call 204-748-2454, Virden, MB. 2013 BOURGAULT 6550, two fans, X-20 monitor, extra ECM for liquid or gas, $85,000. 306-398-7449, Cut Knife, SK. garewerts@sasktel.net WANTED: OLD DEUTZ TRACTOR, 65F4L514, 8005, 130-06 DX, 230, 250, 4.30. PARTING OUT: Flexi-Coil 3450 air cart, 750-927-7519, Leedes, ON. TBT and TBH. Combine World - the drill & tank parts source. Call 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com 2010 CASE/IH 535HD, 1800 hrs., luxury cab, AutoSteer, 113 GPM, twin flow hyd., 850 Trelleborg tires, $250,000. Call 306-264-7869, Kincaid, SK.

2011 CASE/IH PTX600 (820 Flexi-Coil), 44’ cultivator with heavy harrows, has original shovels, hardly used, $52,000 OBO. Rented farm out. Call 204-662-4474 2015 CASE/IH PUMA, 185 MFWD, or 204-851-0211, Sinclair, MB. 1490 hrs., 185 HP, CVT, 540/1000 PTO, 26' 842T WISHEK disc, s/n 3970126, new 3PTH, duals, factory warranty, $149,800. blades and bearings, new rims w/new 315/ 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com 80R22.5 truck tires, $65,000. Stony Plain, 2014 CIH STEIGER 600 Quadtrac, 1950 AB. 780-445-0979 or 780-914-3557. hrs., PTO., PS, leather, 30" tracks, 6 SCV, 58 PRODUCER REPRINTS: Seen a photo GPM pump, Pro 700, $335,000. Killaly, SK., you want to own in your Producer? Order 306-730-7871, deandouhaniuk@live.ca professional reproductions of photos or newspaper pages for your own walls 2015 CASE 580 QT, 1029 hrs., full load, whole reasonable prices. 1-800-667-6978 ext. warranty, PTO, eng. brake, $420,000 at or email us at photos@producer.com OBO. 403-575-5491, Coronation, AB. CANADA’S AG-ONLY LISTINGS GIANT REDUCED PRICE! 1983 JD 4450 MFWD 1997 CIH 9380, 5200 hrs., w/500 hrs. on rebuilt engine, four new inside duals, full w/Ezee-On FEL 2130 grapple, 15 spd. PS, 3 hyds., 7925 hrs. showing, 14.9-26F, AutoSteer and Outback GPS, very good condition, $92,500. Call 306-921-5402, or 20.8R38, duals available. 306-283-4747, 306-291-9395. Langham, SK. email assiea@sasktel.net St.Brieux, SK. 1990 JD 8760, 300 HP, PTO, 3 PTH, 24 NEW SEED BOOTS and fertilizer openers spd. trans., exc. cond., good rubber, 9500 for SeedMaster drill. Plus various other hrs., $52,000. 204-476-0107, Eden, MB. parts. 306-547-7235, Sturgis, SK. JD 9420, 6200 hrs., 710/70/42's, 24 spd., 2000 DEGELMAN 45’ land roller, $29,500. axle weights, ATU 200 AutoSteer system w/ Good cond., 306-812-9877, Arborfield, SK. receiver and display, good cond., $125,000 OBO. 204-461-0834, Marquette, MB. STEVE’S TRACTOR REBUILDER specializing in rebuilding JD tractors. Want Series 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 7000s to rebuild or for 2012 CIH 500HD, 1915 hrs., 4 remotes, parts. pay top $$. Now selling JD parts. tow cable, luxury cab, red leather heated 204-466-2927, 204-871-5170, Austin, MB. seats, 16 spd. PS, 57 GPM hyd. pump, 710 buddy seat, gd cond., $228,000 OBO. 2008 JOHN DEERE 9430, 4WD, 24 spd., 4 LANDROLLERS IN STOCK. Don’t get caught tires, hyds., 710/70R42 duals, 2340 hrs., Autowithout a roller this spring! Be the grower Ph/tx Brandon 306-577-5678, Carlyle, SK. Steer equipped, $195,000. 204-483-2717, who rents to others, not the one who waits Brandon, MB. too long for a rental. All sizes available, 1993 JD 8870, 7305 hrs., 20.8x42 Firewith or without leveling blade option. Order soon to avoid disappointment. Call STEIGER TRACTOR PARTS. New and stone radials, LED lights all around, 12 used, from radiator to drawpin, 1969 to speed, asking $65,000. 306-989-4332, now 888-907-9182, www.agshield.com 1999. Give us a call 1-800-982-1769 or cell: 306-960-2160, Paddockwood, SK. BOURGAULT 3195 TANK, w/monitor, load- www.bigtractorparts.com ing auger, $5000. Call 306-937-2890, 2011 JD 9530 4WD, 1580 hrs., clean, Cando, SK. one owner tractor since new, shedded, inn e r w h e e l we i g h t s , G P S r e a dy a n d PARTING OUT: 1998 BOURGAULT 5710 available, 800 Firestone metrics, big hyd. 50’ air drill, 3.5” steel packers, MRB’s, 1” 2004 JOHN DEERE 9420, 24 speed, pump, $245,000 OBO; 2009 9530 4WD 620/70R42 duals, 5 hydraulics w/return, single shoot carbide openers. Combine inner weights, GPS ready, 800 World - the drill and tank parts source integrated AutoSteer, 4092 hrs., $145,000 tractor, Michelin metrics, shedded, $195,000 OBO. OBO. 204-572-7999, Grandview, MB. 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com Call Neil 306-231-8300, Humboldt, SK. 60’ EXCEL LAND ROLLER w/5 plex rollers, 2009 JOHN DEERE 9430, 4WD, 425 HP, 24 great for following the land contour. Like spd., 4 hyds., 710/70R42 duals, 4300 hrs., 1997 JD 9400 4WD, 425 HP, 8562 hrs., 12 new, $60,000. Arborfield SK 306-276-7788 original owner, nice condition, asking spd., diff. lock, 4 hyds., 20.8x42 triples new 400 hrs. ago, does light duty work, or 306-769-8887. Email: breavie@live.ca $175,000. 306-725-4286, Bulyea, SK. mint condition, always shedded, $100,000. Leasing available. NICE JD 3130 w/very nice JD 148 loader, 306-675-6136, Kelliher, SK. CIH 5600 33’ Chisel Plow, c/w Gaber verti- 3 PTH, good tires, dual hyds., both PTO’s, cal tillage discs and Bourgault harrows, new seat, good value at $12,500. Call PRICE REDUCED: JD 4650, 8650 hrs., 15 spd PS, 3 hyds., 1000 PTO, 20.8Rx38 rear very good condition; Valmar 2455, good Randy 204-729-5162, Brandon, MB. duals, 14Lx16.1 front, tires vg. cond., 8’ condition, ready to mount on harrow or 2016 JD 9620R, 332 hrs., 800 metrics, blade. 306-882-2358, Rosetown, SK. cultivator. Call 306-595-2180, Pelly, SK. hyd. suspension, weight pkg., 1000 PTO, WANTED: USED K-HART air drill, with or 5 8 g a l . p u m p , $ 3 1 9 , 5 0 0 U S D. C a l l JOHN DEERE 7610, MFWD, c/w JD loadwithout cart. Call Jim at 306-882-5101, 320-848-2496 or 320-894-6560, or visit er, 4000 hrs., mint cond., never been a www.ms-diversified.com D’arcy, SK. chore tractor. 780-990-8412 Edmonton AB

GRATTON COULEE AGRI PARTS LTD. Your #1 place to purchase late model combine and tractor parts. Used, new and rebuilt. www.gcparts.com Toll free 888-327-6767. 2011 MCORMICK CX110, MFWD, 1850 hrs., extra shift, 24 spd., 1000/540 PTO, 3 point, 4.4 Perkins turbo diesel, L140 loader, 8’ bucket and pallet fork, tires 90%, 2 remotes, heated and AC cab, $49,500. Call Clarence, 403-586-5888, Olds, AB.

ODESSA ROCKPICKER SALES: New Degelman equipment, land rollers, Strawmaster, rockpickers, protill, dozer blades. 306-957-4403, 306-536-5097, Odessa, SK. PARTING OUT: Bourgault air carts, 2155 (155 bushels), 5350 (180 bu.). Combine World - the drill and tank parts source. 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com

FARM MACHINERY & TRUCKS

FOR SALE

t 1995 GMC Topkick auto, 3216 CAT 275 HP tandem 20’ box, new tires, 52,558 km, 3979 hrs. No DEF problems. t 1994 International tandem, Detroit 60, 365 HP, 10 spd, new rear 11R24.5, 90% FRTS, 20’ box new 2006. t 2012 Brandt 1020XR Grain Cart on hyd drive, PTO drive w/unit, 900/60R32 tires, tarp, scale, one owner, like new, always shedded. t 2012 Flexicoil S68XL 96 ft suspended boom sprayer, 1350 IMP, 1600 US tank, hyd drive, 480/80R38 tires. t 2005 Westward 9352I diesel, 2 spd w/972 30 ft Macdon header w/S.A header transport, 1401 hrs, cutter 1759 hrs engine. t 1999 Case IH 8230 PT swather, VG canvas. t 2003 Case IH 2388 w/2015 header & Swathmaster PU, 1479 sep hrs, 1878 engine hrs. t 2008 Case IH 2588 w/2015 header & Swathmaster PU, 989 sep hrs, 1323 engine hrs.

PHONE 306-834-7579

for all equipment details & prices. Major, SK.

LOOKING FOR: 60’ or 70’ Flexi-Coil 7500 air seeder without tank. Call John at 204-496-2066, Laurier, MB. WANTED: JD 9660 Combine; 8’ metal break; mobile excavator, 306-304-1959, Meadow Lake, SK. WANTED: MF #36 DISCERS. Will pay top dollar and pick from anywhere. Phone Mike 306-723-4875, Cupar, SK. WANTED: 30’ BATT REEL, for Case 8230 PTO swather or a 1200 Hesston PTO swather. 403-485-1028, Champion, AB. WANTED: T810 VOLVO Tractor, in good running condition. 780-806-3439, 780-842-4088. Wainwright, AB. WANTED: USED, BURNT, old or ugly tractors. Newer models too! Smith’s Tractor Wrecking, 1-888-676-4847. WANTED: IGNITION COIL (Prestolite) for P51 Pioneer chainsaw. Call 204-742-3738, Ethelbert, MB.

WANTED

MF 36 & 360 Discers

All sizes, any condition, also parts discers, Premium Price paid for 12Ft with 19” blades. SK Farm Boys - Honest Prompt Service: Call Anytime 306.946.9669 or 306.946.792

GUARANTEED PRESSURE TREATED fence posts, lumber slabs and rails. Call Lehner Wo o d P r e s e r ve r s L t d . , a s k fo r R o n 306-763-4232, Prince Albert, SK.

16’ PEELED RAILS, 2-3” $4.50/ea., 125 per bundle; 3-4” $9.50/ea, 100 per bundle; 4-5” $11.50/ea, 75 per bundle. Vermette Wood Preservers, Spruce Home, SK., 1-800-667-0094, email: info@vwpltd.com website: www.vwpltd.com 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.

MULCHING- TREES, BRUSH, Stumps. WANTED: 4020 JOHN DEERE, powershift Call today 306-933-2950. Visit us at: gas model. 403-823-1894, Drumheller, AB. www.maverickconstruction.ca ONLINE ONLY UNRESERVED AUCTION: Apr 4-10, 2018 www.championassets.ca 2010 Cat D7R dozer with winch. Call Larry, 306-865-7660, Lic# 334832. STEIGER DOZER BLADE, 14’ 6-way, silage extension, new blade, premium, $7500. Phone 403-373-4403, Penhold, AB.

SUNFLOWER HARVEST SYSTEMS. Call for literature. 1-800-735-5848. Lucke Mfg., www.luckemanufacturing.com LOOKING FOR AN Investment Partner: We FOR POST-EMERGENCE WEED manage- are looking for a partner with a profitable ment- Harriston 60’ tine weeder, excellent investment proposal. Contact Lewis Natch condition. 306-382-9024, Saskatoon, SK. at lewis.natch@vclsgroup.com Calgary, AB.

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BLOCKED SEASONED JACK Pine firewood T AND L 1/4 sec. center pivot, 8 towers, and wood chips for sale. Lehner Wood Pre- 100 HP Deutz/Berkley pump, good cond., servers Ltd., 306-763-4232, Prince Albert, $18,000. 306-424-7761, Montmartre, SK. SK. Will deliver. Self-unloading trailer. WESTERN IRRIGATION: CADMAN Dealer. SEASONED SPRUCE SLAB firewood, one We BUY and SELL traveling guns, pumps, cord bundles, $99, half cord bundles, $65. pipes, etc.; EcoSmart water purification Volume discounts. Call V&R Sawing, systems, no salt, no chemicals; Large sup306-232-5488, Rosthern, SK. ply of good used buyback centre pivots at low prices. 306-867-9461, 306-867-7037, Outlook, SK. derdallreg@hotmail.com 10” RL ALUMINUM ML 3160’, 22 hydrant sections, elbows, tee, $6/ft; 8” aluminum ML, 800’, with hydrants, $5/ft; 20 HP Cornell pump w/Murphy & Siemens electrical, $3900. 250-378-4955, info@ranchland.ca BLUE WATER IRRIGATION DEV. LTD. Reinke pivots, lateral, minigators, pump and used mainline, new Bauer travelers dealer. 25 yrs. experience. 306-858-7351, Lucky Lake, SK. www.philsirrigation.ca PUMP MOTORS, propane & diesel, wheel moves, all sizes of alum. pipe. Call Dennis BLOCKED & SEASONED PINE FIREWOOD: to discuss your needs! 403-308-1400, Bags $90. Delivery available. Vermette Taber, AB. Wood Preservers, Spruce Home, SK. 1-800-667-0094, email: info@vwpltd.com Website: www.vwpltd.com

ONLINE ONLY UNRESERVED AUCTION: Apr 4-10, 2018 www.championassets.ca 1997 Doepker Super B log trailer. Contact Larry, 306-865-7660, Lic# 334832. 2012 VERMEER 372 stump grinder, Yanmar diesel eng., SP, very good cond., $18,500. 204-243-2453, High Bluff, MB. ONLINE ONLY UNRESERVED AUCTION: Apr 4-10, 2018 www.championassets.ca 1999 Timberjack 450C DFG skidder. Call Larry, 306-865-7660, Lic# 334832.

KEEP JOBS IN CANADA. Elk Valley Ranches a Canadian Co. finishes bison in Canada. We are now buying cull cows, cull bulls, yearlings and calves. Paying top $$ with prompt payment. Kitscoty, AB, Frank TREES: Shelterbelt, hedges and small at 780-846-2980. elkvalley@xplornet.com fruit trees for acreages, farms, towns and www.elkvalleyranches.com developers. A great assortment of seedlings,: Spruce, pine, ash, maples, flowering NILSSON BROS INC. buying finished bison crabs, lilacs, caraganas and more. Com- on the rail, also cull cows at Lacombe, AB. mercial varieties of Saskatoon berry seed- For spring delivery and beyond. Smaller lings. All 15-60 cm high. Select Seedling groups welcome. Fair, competitive and asNursery, 306-978-1940, Saskatoon, SK. sured payment. Contact Richard Bintner 306-873-3184. www.selectseedlingnursery.com

Shelterbelt Specials - 2018

ONLINE ONLY UNRESERVED AUCTION: Apr 4-10, 2018 www.championassets.ca Timberjack 450C grapple skidder. Contact Larry, 306-865-7660, Lic# 334832.

Mix n’ Match

Poplar: Okanese, Sundancer, Tower Spruce: Black Hills, Colorado, Meyers Pine: Scots

ONLINE ONLY UNRESERVED AUCTION: Apr 4-10, 2018 www.championassets.ca 2004 Tigercat 630C DFG skidder. Contact Larry, 306-865-7660, Lic# 334832.

1 gallon $8.00 ea./min. 200 quantity Plugs $2.60 - $5.05 subject to min. quantities Many other barefoot trees and shrubs available for spring shipping. (Prices subject to minimum quantities)

ONLINE ONLY UNRESERVED AUCTION: Apr 4-10, 2018 www.championassets.ca 2005 JD 2054 w/Denharco X-treme delimber. Larry, 306-865-7660, Lic# 334832.

www.selectseedlingnursery.com 306.978.1940 Saskatoon, SK A division of Lakeshore Tree Farms Ltd.

ONLINE ONLY UNRESERVED AUCTION: Apr 4-10, 2018 www.championassets.ca 2007 Doepker Super B log trailer. Contact Larry, 306-865-7660, Lic# 334832. ONLINE ONLY UNRESERVED AUCTION: Apr 4-10, 2018 www.championassets.ca 1992 Lakewood Super B log trailer. Call Larry, 306-865-7660, Lic# 334832. ONLINE ONLY UNRESERVED AUCTION: Apr 4-10, 2018 www.championassets.ca Timberjack 618 feller buncher. Contact Larry, 306-865-7660, Lic# 334832. ONLINE ONLY UNRESERVED AUCTION: Apr 4-10, 2018 www.championassets.ca 1989 Timberjack 450B grapple skidder. Call Larry, 306-865-7660, Lic# 334832.

NEW AND USED GENERATORS: 500KW Caterpillar, Perkins, Cummins, Magnum In stock. Call 250-554-6661, Kamloops, BC. Email: denis@bcdieselgenerators.com www.bcdieselgenerators.com ROTARY PHASE CONVERTERS, run 220V 3 phase motors, on single phase. 204-800-1859, Winnipeg, MB.

Generator Sets for your farm available with low monthly payments.

BISON HAULING & Exporting Services. 100 BLACK ANGUS bred heifers, Feb-Mar. Canada/USA. Call or text 306-736-3454, calvers, some with calves at foot already. 306-322-7905, Archerwill, SK. Andres Trucking. WANT TO PURCHASE cull bison bulls and MANTEI FARMS ANGUS at the Alameda cows, $5/lb. HHW. Finished beef steers Bull Sale, March 24th, 1:00PM, Chopper K, and heifers for slaughter. We are also buy- Alameda, SK. 23 Angus bulls from Mantei ing compromised cattle that can’t make a Farms, Cecil 306-461-5501; 9 Charolais long trip. Oak Ridge Meats, McCreary, b u l l s f r o m P h i l i p s F a r m s , K u r t i s s 306-421-6416; 9 Simmentals from Table204-835-2365, 204-476-0147. land Cattle Co., Wade 306-421-7967 or 60- 2017 BISON CALVES. Phone Frank at Heather 306-471-9891. Catalogues on-line 306-662-4163 or 306-662-8310. Maple at: www.buyagro.com or blackharvest.ca Creek, SK RED & BLACK Purebred yearling bulls, 25 - 2016 BISON HEIFERS, $3000 each. Contact Troy at L - Dee Stock Farms, P h o n e B i l l a t B i l l ’ s B i s o n C o r p . , 306-867-7719, Glenside, SK. 780-895-7588 (evenings), Lamont, AB. 20th ANNUAL 49th PARALLEL Black Bull Sale, Monday, March 26th BUYING BISON for processing. Call for Angus 1:00 PM, Mankota, SK. On offer: 70 options and prices, Ian 204-848-2498 or 2018, Black Angus yearling bulls; 70 commercial 204-867-0085. open replacement heifers. For more inforBRED HEIFERS: WX and Pure Woods Bison mation or catalogue contact Glendar Anavailable Nov 1, 2018. 780-581-3025, gus 306-478-7722 or Ross River Ranch Vermilion, AB. irishcreekbison@gmail.com 306-741-6251. www.irishcreekbison.com 2 YEAR OLD Shorthorn bulls, 4 red & 1 roan, excellent cross with Black Angus QUILL CREEK BISON is looking for fin- cows. Will keep until June 1st and deliver. ished, and all other types of bison. COD, Phone Glenn 306-997-4537 or e-mail: paying market prices. “Producers working gf.sutherland@hotmail.com, Borden, SK. with Producers.” Delivery points in SK. and MB. Call 306-231-9110, Quill Lake, 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. We sell on farm near Didsbury, AB. Also can deliver in Western Canada. 6 - 12’ spruce available. Now taking spring orders while supplies last. Phone 403-586-8733 or visit: www.didsburysprucefarms.com CANADA’S AG-ONLY LISTINGS GIANT

BISON WANTED - Canadian Prairie Bison is looking to contract grain finished bison, as well as calves and yearlings for growing markets. Contact Roger Provencher at 306-468-2316, roger@cdnbison.com

BURNETT ANGUS 34TH Annual Bull Sale, Saturday, April 7, 2018, 2:00 PM, The Ranch, Swift Current, SK. 60 yearling bulls, many genetically developed for breeding heifers. Sires represented: Shipwheel ChiOCC Missing Link, Sooline Motive, QUILL CREEK BISON has 50 bred heifers nook, Rockmount, Bruiser, Optimum for sale. Call Doug, 306-231-9110, Quill Stevenson (Chisum son), Crowfoot Fred. Bryce Lake, SK. 306-773-7065 or Wyatt 306-750-7822, WANTED: TWO BISON BULLS, Please call wburnett@xplornet.ca 403-586-2404, Olds, AB. 20 REALLY NICE 2017 Bison calves, ready to go in Spring. $1800-2000. No feedlot buyers. Contact Glengary Bison 403-836-5900, 403-948-9675, Airdrie, AB. 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 JOHNSTON/ FERTILE VALLEY Private payment! 514-643-4447, Winnipeg, MB. Treaty Bull Sale. All JFV bulls will be sold SEMEN TESTED 2-4 year old Plains breed- off the yard this year. Over 125 thick, easy ing bulls. Call MFL Bison Ranch Ltd. fleshing good haired yearling and 2 year 403-747-2500, Alix, AB. old bulls selected from 500 low maintenance, high production cows. They are sired by the leading A.I. bulls in the industry including Regard, Resource, International, Glanworth 57U, Special Focus, Brilliance, Titlest and Vision Unanimous. Many of these bulls are suitable for heifers. All COW-BOYS Angus Bull & Female Sale bulls are semen tested with complete perFriday March 23rd, 1:00 PM, Virden, MB. formance info. available. Deferred paySelling 80 Red & Black Angus bulls, as well ment program with 60% down and 40% inas 15 Red & Black heifer calves. Presented terest free due Dec. 1, 2018. Come and by Ramrod Cattle Co., Cor Vet Cattle Co. see one of the most respected cowherds in and Fraser Farms. Wintering & delivery Canada. Select the bull or group of bulls available. For a catalogue or more info that you really want at your leisure withcontact Tony Dekeyser 204-264-0270, Jeff out the pressure of a sale. David and DenF r a s e r 2 0 4 - 5 2 2 - 5 9 6 4 , C o r e y J o n e s nis Johnston 306-856-4726, Conquest, SK. 204-264-0444 or T Bar C Cattle Co. at View the cowherd online at website: 306-220-5006. View the catalogue online www.johnstonfertilevalley.com at www.buyagro.com. Watch and bid on- (10) 2 YEAR OLD BLACK ANGUS bulls, seline at: www.dlms.ca (PL #116061) men tested, guaranteed breeders. High quality. Reasonably priced. B/B Duncan, CATTLE CAPITAL BULL SALE: Monday, Cromer, MB. Please call 204-556-2342, April 9th, 1:00 PM, at the Ste. Rose Auc- 204-748-2911 or 204-851-0306. tion Mart in Ste. Rose Du Lac, MB. Offering 60 Red and Black Fullblood Simmentals, MBFI INVITES TENDERS for Angus cross Black Angus, Charolais, Gelbvieh bulls. For yearlings born May-June 2017: 41 steers, a catalogue or more information contact avg. weight of 640 lbs.; 40 heifers, avg. T Bar C Cattle Co. at 306-220-5006. To weight of 603 lbs. Calves are VBP+ and age view the catalogue online, visit us at verified. Tender closes March 23rd, 2018. www.buyagro.com PL#116061 Please call 204-761-3300, Winnipeg, MB. SPIRIT OF THE NORTH BULL SALE, Sunday, April 8th at 1:00 PM at the Spiritwood Stockyards, Spiritwood, SK. Selling 70 Black Angus, Charolais, and Simmental yearling & 2-year-old bulls. For more info or a catalogue contact T Bar C Cattle Co. at 306-220-5006. View the catalogue online at www.buyagro.com PL#116061

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Diesel and Natural Gas

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.

TUBING FROM 1-1/4” to 3-1/2”. Sucker rod 3/4”, 7/8” and 1”. Line pipe and Casing also available. Phone 1-800-661-7858 or 780-842-5705, Wainwright, AB. DRILL STEM FOR SALE: 2-3/8” & 2-7/8” available. 306-768-8555, Carrot River, SK.

Registered Pure Wood Bison Producer with Canadian Bison Association

Gary Christianson 306-874-7590 Naicam, SK.

Viking Bison Ranch, the original home of where over many years, the high end truly great sustainable breeding bulls have originated from. Direct from source breeder. View mothers and sires of offspring. 47 pure wood and 9 first generation wood influenced 2016 bulls for sale. Don’t pay too much for an over fat bull that rarely develops to your expectations! Prices range from $7,000 - $9,000.

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SOUTH VIEW RANCH Black & Red Angus Bull Sale, Thursday Apr. 12th, 1:30 PM at South View Ranch, Ceylon, SK. Offering 22 Black Angus 2 yr. olds, 26 Red Angus 2 yr. olds, 1 Simm/Angus 2 yr. old, 29 Black Angus yearlings, 26 Red Angus yearlings. View catalogue and videos online: www.southviewranch.com Shane 306-869-8074 or Keith 306-454-2730. PUREBRED BLACK ANGUS long yearling bulls, replacement heifers, AI service. Meadow Ridge Enterprises, 306-373-9140 or 306-270-6628, Saskatoon, SK. SOUTH VIEW RANCH has Black and Red Angus coming 2-year-old bulls for sale. Good selection. Call Shane 306-869-8074 or Keith 306-454-2730. Ceylon, SK.

At the Ranch Wood Mountain, Saskatchewan

Wednesday, April 4, 2018 Selling 185 Black Angus Bulls

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PROGRAM

23rd Annual Bull Sale MONDAY, APRIL 9th, 2018 AT THE FARM

Lloydminster - 1 PM With Guest Consignor: Running Steady Ranch - Ken Warriner

Top Quality Bulls on Offer: 55 Black Angus These bulls will be semen tested and ready to go. Please call or stop by the farm at Lloydminster. For more information or a catalog Call: Jon Fox 306-825-9702 or 780-808-6860 www.justamereranches.com Can view videos and bid sale day at: www.dlma.ca

10TH ANNUAL IMPACT Angus and 2 YEAR OLD Purebred Black Angus Bulls Charolais Bull Sale, Saturday, March for sale, call David at: 306-963-7739 or 24th, 1:30 PM at Saskatoon Livestock Luke at: 306-370-6301, Imperial, SK. Sales. 50 Black & Red Angus yearling bulls. For catalogue or more info. contact Randy BLAIRS.AG CATTLE CO. Pursuit of Tetzlaff at 306-944-2734, Jason George at Excellence Bull Sale: Tuesday, April 3, 306-567-7939 or T Bar C Cattle Co. at 1:00 PM at the Jackson Cattle Co. sale fa- 306-220-5006. View the catalogue online cility in Sedley, SK. Featuring 75 two-year- at: www.buyagro.com (PL #116061). old and 10 yearling Black and Red Angus bulls. For more sale information or a cata- YEARLING AND LONG YEARLING Reg. logue, call Kevin 306-365-7922, Blake Black Angus bulls. Excellent quality, calv306-528-7484, or T Bar C Cattle Co. at ing ease, fully guaranteed. Phone MCS 306-220-5006. View the catalogue online Angus at 306-554-2934, Wynyard, SK. at www.buyagro.com PL#116061 GERLEI ANGUS selling 18 thick, well 26TH TOP CUT BLACK ANGUS Bull grown, PB, yearling Black Angus bulls at Sale, Friday, March 23, 12:30 PM CST at Candiac Choice Bull Sale, March 31, at Cowtown Livestock Exchange, Maple 2:00 PM, Candiac Auction Mart. Call Gerald Creek, SK. On offer 75- 2 yr. old bulls & 23 at 306-424-7676, Montmartre, SK. yearling bulls. 60 quality commercial replacement heifers. For info. contact: Craig Angus 306-622-2021; Bear Creek Angus 306-558-0011; Hawkeye Ranching Co. Ltd., 306-622-2632; Forbes Ranching Ltd. 306-558-2063. Catalogue at BuyAgro.com

PRODUCER REPRINTS: Seen a photo you want to own in your Producer? Order professional reproductions of photos or whole newspaper pages for your own walls at reasonable prices. 1-800-667-6978 or email us at photos@producer.com 2 YEAR OLD Black Angus bulls, bred for performance calving needs & longevity. Hextall Livestock, call Andy 306-697-7897, Grenfell, SK.

DOUBLE ‘F’ CATTLE CO. 9th Annual Bull Sale, March 29th, 2:00 PM at Northern Livestock Sales (Heartland Livestock), Prince Albert, SK. Selling 50 rugged Black Angus bulls and an elite group of replacement heifers. Kelly Feige 306-747-2376, SQUIRREL CREEK ANGUS and Silver 306-747-7498. Catalogue online after Mar Creek Farms are selling Black & Red An- 1. www.doublefcattle.com gus two year old, yearling bulls and open heifers in the Tri-N Charolais & Guests PRIME PLUS BULL SALE, Wednesday Multi-Breed Bull Sale, Saturday, March April 11th, 2018, 1:00PM at the Beautiful 31st, Heartland Livestock, Virden, MB. Also Plains Ag Complex, Neepawa, MB. Presentselling Charolais & Simmental bulls and ed by Doug Troop Hereford Farm, Greenheifers. Catalogue online: bylivestock.com ridge Farms, Manns Herefords, Jay Rimke, More info call Chris Moore, 204-856-3178 Calvert Cattle Co., and Batho Farms. Offering 35 Angus & Hereford Bulls, as well as a or Sadie-Jo Luba, 204-859-0089. group of commercial Baldy heifers. For a BLACK ANGUS BULLS, two year olds, se- catalogue or more info. contact T Bar C men tested, guaranteed breeders. Delivery Cattle Co., 306-220-5006. View catalogue available. 306-287-3900, 306-287-8006, online at www.buyagro.com (PL #116061) Englefeld, SK. www.skinnerfarms.ca HOLLINGER LAND & CATTLE 6th Annual 1ST ANNUAL STRONGBOW FARMS Bull & Female Sale, Tuesday March 20th, Bull & Female Sale: Wednesday, April 1:00 PM at the ranch, Neudorf, SK. Offer4th at the farm, Hartney, MB. Featuring 25 ing 40 Black Angus yearling bulls, 10 pureBlack Angus yearling bulls as well as an bred females and select pens of open comelite group of 10 open heifers. For more mercial heifers. For more information or a information or a catalogue contact Devon catalogue, contact Chad at 306-331-0302 at 204-747-4371 or T Bar C Cattle Co. at or T Bar C Cattle Co. at 306-220-5006. To 306-933-4200. View the catalogue online v i e w t h e c a t a l o g u e o n l i n e g o t o : at www.buyagro.com PL#116061 www.buyagro.com. Watch and bid online PUREBRED BLACK ANGUS and Hereford at: www.dlms.ca (PL #116061). yearling and 2 yr old bulls. Calving ease and SELLING: BLACK ANGUS BULLS. Wayside performance. Rod Guilford 204-873-2637 Angus, Henry and Bernie Jungwirth, or rodg@mymts.net Crystal City, MB. 306-256-3607, Cudworth, SK. 26TH ANNUAL COMMON SENSE Bull Sale PB BLACK ANGUS yearling bulls, 84 1b. presented by Everblack Angus Monday, B W, K o u p a l J u n e a u 7 9 7 b r e e d i n g . March 26th, 2:00 PM, at the farm south of 306-445-8425, North Battleford, SK. Vermilion, AB. Offering 75 two year old, 10 yearling bulls, as well as 15 open Angus BLACK ANGUS BULLS on moderate growheifers. For more info. or a catalogue con- ing ration, performance info available. Valtact T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-220-5006. leyhills Angus, Glaslyn, SK. Adrian or Brian PL#116061. View the catalogue online at: and Elaine Edwards, 306-441-0946, 306-342-4407, www.valleyhillsangus.com www.buyagro.com

View Sale Book at www.peakdotranch.com phone Carson Moneo 306-266-4414 Email:peakdot@gmail.com

Over 75% of these bulls selling are calving ease bulls with superior performance that will work well on heifers.

ANDERSON’S FOUR BAR X Ranch & CMT Farms Annual Bull Sale: Monday, April 2nd, 1:30 PM at the Spiritwood Stockyards, Spiritwood, SK. 70 Black Angus bulls on offer. All bulls are semen tested, wintering and delivery available. For a catalogue or more info contact Kevin at 306-883-7335, Chad at 306-441-9837, or T Bar C Cattle Co. at 306-220-5006. View the catalogue online at www.buyagro.com PL#116061

CRESCENT CREEK ANGUS 20th Annual Bull and Female Sale, Saturday, April 7th, 2018, 1:00 PM, Goodeve, SK. Selling 62 Black Angus yearling bulls and 35 top cut open replacement heifers. All bulls semen and performance tested. For video or catalogue visit: www.crescentcreekangus.com Call Wes 306-876-4420 or 306-728-8284. 21ST ANNUAL Triple A Angus Bull Sale, Saturday, March 31st, 1:00 PM, Johnstone Auction Mart, Moose Jaw, SK. On offer 80 Black and Red Angus yearling bulls. Performance tested. For a catalogue or more info. contact T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-220-5006. View the catalogue online at www.buyagro.com Sale day watch and bid online at: www.dlms.ca (PL #116061). VIDEOS: WWW.DKFANGUS.CA Select now. Get later. Great selection. Superior quality. DKF Red And Black Angus bulls at DKF Ranch, anytime. Gladmar, SK. Scott Fettes 306-815-7023; Dwayne 306-969-4506. ANDERSON CATTLE CO. Bull & Female Sale, Tuesday, March 27th, 1:00 PM, at the farm, Swan River, MB. Selling 60 two year old and yearling Black & Red Angus bulls, open heifers and cow/calf pairs. For more info. or a catalogue contact the Andersons at 204-734-2073 or T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-220-5006. View catalogue online: www.buyagro.com (PL#116061) 35 BLACK BRED Heifers, bred Black Angus, April calving. $2200 OBO. 306-547-2799, Preeceville, SK. CANADA’S LARGEST SOURCE of moderate frame maternal cattle. 40 Red & Black Angus 2 year olds selling by private treaty. Ole Farms, Athabasca, AB., 780-675-4664. 22 BLACK ANGUS Virgin 2 year old bulls, slow grown, free delivery. 306-577-9141, Wawota, SK. 10TH ANNUAL TRIPLE J FARMS Black Angus Bull Sale: Wednesday, March 28th, 1:00 PM at the farm, Whitewood, SK. (12 miles south of Whitewood on Hwy#9). Offering 60 yearling Black Angus bulls as well as 10 purebred heifers. For more information contact Brad and/or Sharon Jeannot 306-735-7760, Ben Wright 519-374-3335, or T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-220-5006. View the catalogue online at www.buyagro.com Watch and bid online at www.dlms.ca PL#116061 BRED HEIFERS due to calve in April, bred to easy calving Angus bulls, preg checked. 306-287-3900, 306-287-8006, Englefeld, SK. www.skinnerfarms.ca ANGUS BULLS FOR SALE: Coming 2 year olds, developed on high forage ration. Western based bloodlines and selected for maternal strength, longevity & performance. Delivery available, for more info and pics/videos: 705-348-1022, Gore Bay, ON. Email: nickolas@uoguelph.ca

75 YEARLING RED ANGUS bulls. Guaranteed, semen tested, and delivered. Call Bob Jensen, 306-967-2770, Leader, SK.

Cull Bull Incentive Program

This year we’re offering the best cull bull incentive program you will find anywhere. With the cull bull market down a bit from previous years we are going to help you get the most out of those old broken, down worn out bulls. Why take a chance on bunch of open cows this fall when you can replace them with fresh strong new bulls. All you have to do is email us prior to the bull sale or bring a copy of your bill of sale from the auction market after selling your cull bulls and you will receive a $500 credit on each new replacement bull you buy. (eg: If you cull 5 bulls you will receive a $500 deduction for each of the 5 replacement bulls you buy.) Credits must be used on a per bull basis and you cannot use more than 1 credit toward a new bull.

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EXCELLENT QUALITY Red Angus Bulls: Calving ease bulls with 66-80 lb. BW’s; Performance bulls with 83-103 lb. BW’s; Also 1 exciting Red carrier black bull. Semen tested in April. Delivered free. $1500 deposit holds bulls. Call Elmer Wiebe, EKW Red Angus, 306-381-3691, Hague, SK.

28th Annual

Northern Progress Bull Sale Friday April 6th, 2018 1:30 p.m. Saskatoon Livestock Sales

t 50 Yearling Red and Black Angus Bulls t 20 Long Yearling Red Angus Bulls Calving Ease, Performance and Quiet See catalogue online at buyagro.com Videos will also be available by mid March at www.cattlevids.ca

Call RSL Red Angus

306 937-2880 t 306 441-5010 BLAIRS.AG CATTLE CO. Pursuit of Excellence Bull Sale: Tuesday, April 3, 1:00 PM at the Jackson Cattle Co. sale facility in Sedley, SK. Featuring 75 two-yearold and 10 yearling Black and Red Angus bulls. For more sale information or a catalogue, call Kevin 306-365-7922, Blake 306-528-7484, or T Bar C Cattle Co. at 306-220-5006. View the catalogue online at www.buyagro.com PL#116061 T BAR K RANCH 10th Annual Bull Sale, April 5th, 2:00 PM at the ranch. 80 bulls on offer, 54 Red Angus and 26 horned Hereford, 2 year old and yearling bulls; View catalogue on: www.tbarkranch.com Sale live on dlms. Contact Kevin Dorrance at 306-577-9861, Wawota, SK.

BRED HEIFERS due to calve in April, bred to easy calving Angus bulls, preg checked. 306-287-3900, 306-287-8006, Englefeld, SK. www.skinnerfarms.ca RED & BLACK Purebred yearling bulls, Contact Troy at L - Dee Stock Farms, 306-867-7719, Glenside, SK. HOWE RED ANGUS & Whitecap/Rosso Charolais 28th Annual Bull Sale. April 4th, 2018, 1:00PM at Howe farm, 8 miles South of Moose Jaw on #2 Hwy, 1.5 miles East on Baildon grid. Selling 45 yearling and 2 year old Red Angus; 50 two year old Charolais and 25 yearling Charolais. Contact Darwin 306-690-8916, Kelly 306-693-2163 or Mike 306-631-8779. Catalogue online at: www.howefarm.ca

POLLED YEARLING BLONDE BULLS for sale, Estevan, SK. area. Phone 306-634-2174 or cell 306-421-6987.

TRI-N CHAROLAIS AND GUESTS MultiBreed Bull Sale, Saturday, March 31st, Heartland Livestock, Virden, MB. Offering 41 Charolais yearlings, most are polled, many red factor with calving ease and hair. Also selling Simmental, Black & Red Angus bulls and open heifers. View catalogue and videos online at bylivestock.com or call Merv Nykoliation, 204-851-2290. POLLED PB YEARLING Charolais Bulls, performance and semen tested. Can keep until May, $3000-$4000. Charrow Charolais, Call Bill 306-387-8011, 780-872-1966, Marshall, SK.

JTA DIAMOND CHAROLAIS BULL SALE 12:00PM on the farm, Monday, April 2nd, 2018. 28 bulls, tan and whites; 6 two year olds and 22 yearlings. Start calving March 10th, actual average weaning weight Nov.10th, 838 lbs. No creep. Will keep until May 1st. Must be insured. For more inRED ANGUS BULLS on moderate growing fo. call Jerome and Cindy Tremblay ration, performance info available. Valley- 306-394-4406, Courval, SK. hills Angus, Glaslyn, SK. Adrian or Brian and Elaine Edwards, 306-441-0946, PHILIPS FARMS CHAROLAIS at the Alameda Bull Sale, March 24th, 1:00PM, 306-342-4407, www.valleyhillsangus.com Chopper K, Alameda, SK. 9 Charolais bulls SOUTH VIEW RANCH has Red and Black from Philips Farms, Kurtiss 306-421-6416; Angus coming 2-year-old bulls for sale. 23 Angus bulls from Mantei Farms, Cecil Good selection. Call Shane 306-869-8074 306-461-5501; 9 Simmentals from Tableor Keith 306-454-2730. Ceylon, SK. land Cattle Co., Wade 306-421-7967 or Heather 306-471-9891. Catalogues on-line ANGUS HYBRID BULLS at: www.buyagro.com or blackharvest.ca

FOR HEIFERS

Charlton Cattle Co. has 40 years experience raising only easy calving bulls for heifers. Less than 1% assist rate in over 30,000 home-raised and commercial heifers. 50 red and black easy calving yearling bulls (65-80 pound birth weights) with six month breeding soundness guarantee. An easy calving/stress-free spring is just a phone call away! CONTACT DARYL AT

780-806-1229, CZAR, AB. RED ANGUS PUREBRED 2 year old bulls. Contact DBM Angus Farms, Holland, MB., Brian 204-526-0942, David 204-723-0288. Online catalogue: www.dbmangusfarms.ca 21ST ANNUAL Triple A Angus Bull Sale, Saturday, March 31st, 1:00 PM, Johnstone Auction Mart, Moose Jaw, SK. On offer 80 Red and Black Angus yearling bulls. Performance tested. For a catalogue or more info. contact T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-220-5006. View the catalogue online at www.buyagro.com Sale day watch and bid online at: www.dlms.ca (PL #116061). RED ANGUS BULLS, two year olds, semen tested, guaranteed breeders. Delivery available. 306-287-3900, 306-287-8006, Englefeld, SK. www.skinnerfarms.ca VIDEOS: WWW.DKFANGUS.CA Select now. Get later. Great selection. Superior quality. DKF Red And Black Angus bulls at DKF Ranch, anytime. Gladmar, SK. Scott Fettes 306-815-7023; Dwayne 306-969-4506. 10TH ANNUAL IMPACT Angus and Charolais Bull Sale, Saturday, March 24th, 1:30 PM at Saskatoon Livestock Sales. 50 Red & Black Angus yearling bulls. For catalogue or more info. contact Randy Tetzlaff at 306-944-2734, Jason George at 306-567-7939 or T Bar C Cattle Co. at 306-220-5006. View the catalogue online at: www.buyagro.com (PL #116061). ANDERSON CATTLE CO. Bull & Female Sale, Tuesday, March 27th, 1:00 PM, at the farm, Swan River, MB. Selling 60 two year old and yearling Red & Black Angus bulls, open heifers and cow/calf pairs. For more info. or a catalogue contact the Andersons at 204-734-2073 or T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-220-5006. View catalogue online: www.buyagro.com (PL#116061) REG. RED ANGUS bulls, calving ease, good weaning weights, no creep feed, quiet. Little de Ranch, 306-845-2406, Turtleford, SK SOUTH VIEW RANCH Red & Black Angus Bull Sale, Thursday Apr. 12th, 1:30 PM at South View Ranch, Ceylon, SK. Offering 26 Red Angus 2 yr. olds, 22 Black Angus 2 yr. olds, 1 Simm/Angus 2 yr. old, 26 Red Angus yearlings & 29 Black Angus yearlings. View catalogue and videos online at: www.southviewranch.com Shane 306-869-8074 or Keith 306-454-2730. DIAMOND W 16TH ANNUAL BULL SALE, Tuesday, March 20th, 1:30 PM DST, Valley Livestock, Minitonas, MB. Offering: 22 Red & Black Angus two year olds and yearlings; 45 Charolais yearling and two year olds. Many polled, some red factor. Sound and semen tested. Delivery available. For catalogues and info. contact Orland Walker 306-865-6539. Sale broadcast live on www.dlms.ca Catalogue available online at: www.bylivestock.com

REGISTERED PUREBRED CHAROLAIS bulls: 40+ yearling and 5 coming 2 year olds, for sale by private treaty. Belmont, MB. Brad 204-537-2367 or 204-523-0062 www.clinecattlecompany.ca

DIAMOND W BULL SALE - 16th Annual Tuesday, March 20th, 1:30 PM DST, Valley Livestock, Minitonas, MB. Offering: 45 Charolais yearling and two year olds. Many polled, some red factor; 22 Red & Black Angus two year olds and yearlings. Sound and semen tested. Delivery available. For catalogues and info. contact Orland Walker 306-865-6539. Sale broadcast live on www.dlms.ca Catalogue available online at: www.bylivestock.com CEDARLEA FARMS GIT R DONE Bull Sale, Tuesday, April 3, 1:00 PM, at the Windy Willow Angus farm, Hodgeville, SK. 60 Charolais yearlings sell. Most are polled, some red factor. Bulls that will calve well, give you added performance, hair and docility. Also 65 Black & Red Angus bulls and a group of open Angus heifers from Windy Willows. Garner or Lori Deobald, 306-677-2589. View videos and catalogue online: www.cedarleafarms.com HTA CHAROLAIS & GUEST Rammer Charolais Bull Sale, Wednesday, March 21, 1:00 PM. Beautiful Plains Ag Complex, Neepawa, MB. 58 yearling bulls, most are polled, some red factor with good dispositions. These are the best in performance genetics. Live Broadcast at www.dlms.ca Contact Shawn Airey 204-724-8823 or Matthew Ramsey 204-365-0976 Catalogue & videos online at: www.htacharolais.com HUNTER CHAROLAIS BULL SALE, Thursday, April 5th, 1:30 PM DST, at the farm, Roblin, MB. Offering 44 yearling bulls from over 30 years of breeding. Most are polled, some red factor. Also 7 Polled Hereford yearling bulls. These are top quality, quiet, good haired bulls that will calve well and then add performance. Call Doug at 204-937-2531. View catalogue & videos at: www.huntercharolais.com TAN, WHITE & RED Charolais Bulls, yearlings and 2 year olds, Wheatheart Charolais, 306-882-6444, or cell 306-831-9369, Rosetown, SK. PLEASANT DAWN CHAROLAIS 16th Annual Bull Sale, Saturday, March 17th, 2:00 PM, Heartland Livestock, Virden, MB. All polled, some red factor. Offering 51 yearlings bulls. Wintering, delivery and sight unseen purchase program available. Bred for calving ease with growth, hair and s o u n d n e s s . S a l e b r o a d c a s t l i ve o n w w w. D L M S. c a C o n t a c t Tr e n t H at c h 204-855-3078 or (cell) 204-721-3078. Catalogue & videos available online at: www.pleasantdawn.com

ANL POLLED Herefords Annual Bull Sale with guest Brooks Farms, Sunday March 18th, 2:00 PM at the farm in Steelman, SK. Selling a great selection of yearling and 2 year old bulls live in our new sale facility! Wintering & delivery available. For a catalogue or more information contact Karl at 306-487-2670, Jeremy at 306-485-8003 or T Bar C Cattle Co. at 306-220-5006. View the catalogue and videos online at: www.buyagro.com (PL#116061). CRITTENDEN BROS. POLLED HEREFORDS “Supplying The Seed” Bull and Female Sale: Thursday, April 5th, 1:00 PM at the Crittenden Sale Barn, Imperial, SK. Selling 60 polled Hereford yearling and fall born bulls and females. For more info or a catalogue call Howard at 306-963-7880 or T Bar C Cattle Co. at 306-220-5006. View the catalogue at www.buyagro.com Watch and bid online at www.liveauctions.tv PL#116061 WILSON-LEES VALUE ADDED BULL SALE: Friday, April 6th, 2:00 PM at the Right Cross Sale Facility in Kisbey, SK. Offering 75 Hereford yearling and two-yearold bulls. All bulls are semen tested, vet inspected. Volume discounts and delivery available. For a catalogue or more info contact T Bar C Cattle Co. at 306-220-5006. View the catalogue online at www.buyagro.com PL#116061 PRIME PLUS BULL SALE, Wednesday April 11th, 2018, 1:00PM at the Beautiful Plains Ag Complex, Neepawa, MB. Presented by Doug Troop Hereford Farm, Greenridge Farms, Manns Herefords, Jay Rimke, Calvert Cattle Co., and Batho Farms. Offering 35 Hereford & Angus Bulls, as well as a group of commercial Baldy heifers. For a catalogue or more info. contact T Bar C Cattle Co., 306-220-5006. View catalogue online at www.buyagro.com (PL #116061)

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.

GELBVIEH BULLS Reg. 2 yr. old and yearling polled bulls from our 39 year breeding program. Reds and blacks. 780-672-9950, Camrose, AB. gwinder21@gmail.com PRAIRIE DISTINCTION CHAROLAIS Bull SELIN’S GELBVIEH HAS polled yearling Sale: Tuesday, March 27th, Neepawa, MB bulls, black’s and red’s. Call Wayne at 32ND ANNUAL PRAIRIE Gold Limousin Ag Society. 19 two-year-olds and 48 year- 306-793-4568, Stockholm, SK. Bull Sale, has 40 performance and calving lings from 8 Manitoba breeders. Sale onease yearling and 2 year old bulls. Selling line at www.dlms.ca View catalogue at PURE BRED BULLS: Rocky Top Gelbvieh is March 23 at Saskatoon Livestock Sales, offering 15 yearling and 5 two year old Saskatoon, SK. View catalogue online at: www.bylivestock.com, Call 306-536-4261. registered bulls. Red & Black available w/ buyagro.com More info 306-567-7456 or COMING YEAR OLD Charolais bulls for BW categories from 76 lbs. to 114 lbs. Email: lredwards@sasktel.net sale. Call LVV Ranch, Forestburg, AB. Semen tested, delivery available. Please 780-582-2254. call: 403-350-5791, Bashaw, AB. Email: GOOD SELECTION OF stout red and black Limousin bulls with good growth, disposirockytopgelbvieh@hotmail.com tions, calving ease. Qually-T Limousin, Rose Valley, SK. Call 306-322-7563 or 306-322-7554. STONEYVIEW LIMOUSIN BULLS for sale at Prairie Gold, March 23rd, 2018. Young two year olds & yearlings from herdsires Blacksmith and calving ease Alabama, w/gestation period from 5 days up to 9 days shorter than average. These will work on heifers or cows. Dale 306-371-4101 or Bob 306-621-3595, Saskatoon or Lockwood, SK WILGENBUSCH Charolais 15th Annual North of the 49th Bull Sale, on Monday, 18TH ANNUAL SASKATOON Gelbvieh Bull SELLING POLLED LIMOUSIN yearling April 2nd, 1:00 PM at the farm, Halbrite, and Female Sale, Saturday, March 17, bulls in the Prairie Gold Limousin Bull Sale, SK. Saskatchewan’s largest Charolais bull 2018, Saskatoon Livestock Sales. Pre-sale March 23, Saskatoon Livestock Sales. Also sale offers a top set of bulls that are viewing and customer appreciation Friday, bulls for sale on the farm. Please Email: sound, good haired and guaranteed to March 16, 2018. Gelbvieh bulls add kendoc@sasktel.net or call Ken Gillies work. Selling 100 two year old and year- pounds at weaning, feed efficiency, and 306-221-1159, Saskatoon, SK. ling bulls, most are polled, some red fac- superior maternal strength. Selling 35 tor. Sale online at dlms.ca View videos & stout polled red and black yearling PB and SPRINGER LIMOUSIN has very quiet catalogue at: wilgenbuschcharolais.com balancer Gelbvieh bulls and select females. yearling and 2 year old PB Limousin bulls. For more info. or a catalogue call Craig Also new this year selling a select group of Red or Black. Call Merv at 306-272-4817 or 306-272-0144, Foam Lake, SK. Wilgenbusch at 306-458-7482. Angus bulls. Sale can be viewed online via DLMS. For more info. and catalogue: Darcy LIMOUSIN has for sale: polled ELDER CHAROLAIS 8th Annual Bull Sale. 306-865-2929 or 306-865-7859, or Darrell AMAGLEN Red or Black, at the Manitoba bull Thursday, March 22nd, 1:30 PM, at the 780-581-0077, www.gelbviehworld.com or bulls, test station & at home. 1-204-246-2312, farm, Coronach, SK. 40 Yearling bulls most s a l e s c o n s u l t a n t K i r k H u r l b u r t www.amaglenlimousin.ca Darlingford, MB. are polled, some red factor. Top quality 306-222-8210. www.stonegatefarms.ca 3 POLLED RED LIMOUSIN herdsires. 2, 3, bulls that will calve and then give you the & 4 year olds. Can be used on heifers and performance you want. Ron 306-267-4986 cows; 1 black 3 year old Simmental, or Mike 306-267-7730. View catalogue & Phone 306-755-4203, Tramping Lake, SK. videos online at www.eldercharolais.com STOUT YE ARLING LIMOUSIN BULLS. WHITECAP/ROSSO CHAROLAIS and Polled, Red & Black. Quiet bulls with great Howe Red Angus 28th Annual Bull performance. Short Grass Limousin, Sale. April 4th, 2018, 1:00PM at Howe 306-773-7196, Swift Current, SK. farm, 8 miles South of Moose Jaw, on #2 Hwy, 1.5 miles East on Baildon grid. Selling 50 two year old Charolais and 25 yearling Charolais, plus 45 yearling and 2 year 2 YEAR OLD AND YEARLING BULLS, old Red Angus. Contact Darwin calving ease and performance. Vet in306-690-8916, Kelly 306-693-2163 or spected. Guaranteed. Will feed and deliver. Mike 306-631-8779. View catalogue and Melfort, SK. 306-921-7175, 306-752-3808, video at: www.howefarm.ca mspratt@sasktel.net or donarofarms.com NEILSON CATTLE COMPANY Charolais SQUARE D BULLS FOR SALE: 2 year olds, Bull Sale, Monday March 19th, 1:00 PM at fall & spring yearlings. Quiet, performance the Ranch, Hwy #47 south of Willow- and semen tested. Delivery can be brook, SK. Offering 32 coming 2 year old arranged. Group of young females to calve RED POLL BULLS: Thank you to all our Charolais bulls, all semen tested and vet in March. Please contact Jim Duke at buyers - recent and former. Due to health inspected. For a catalogue or more info. 306-538-4556, 306-736-7921, Langbank, issues, 2018 will be our last year offering contact Mike at 306-783-0331 or T Bar C SK. Email: square.d@sasktel.net Website: bulls. A limited number of yearling and Cattle Co. at 306-220-5006. Watch and bid square-dpolledherefords.com 2-year-olds are available. Larry and Linda online at: www.dlms.ca View catalogue Fleming 780-892-3447, Wabamun, AB. online at: www.buyagro.com (PL#116061) TWO YEAR OLD BULLS: Easy calvers, fed 10TH ANNUAL IMPACT Angus and for service not for show. Polled Herefords Charolais Bull Sale, Saturday, March since 1950, Erwin Lehmann, Rosthern, SK. POLLED POLLED POLLED- Salers bulls 24th, 1:30 PM at Saskatoon Livestock 306-232-4712. Sales. Selling 40 yearling Charolais bulls. REGISTERED POLLED HEREFORD yearling for sale. Call Spruce Grove Salers, Yorkton, For a catalogue or more info. contact Mike bulls: Thick topped, big rumped, easy calv- SK, 306-782-9554 or 306-621-1060. at 306-241-1975 or T Bar C Cattle Co. at ing, lots of hair with good temperaments. HERD SELLOUT IN 2018, 70 breed lead306-220-5006. View the catalogue online Priced at $3300. 50% down, balance when ing purebred cows, 20 purebred replaceat: www.buyagro.com (PL #116061). the bull leaves farm in spring 2018. Pick ment heifers. Strong performance, polled, TWO YEAR OLD Char. Bulls, sired by Sil- them early! V&G Polled Herefords, Garnet pedigreed. Breeding Bulls, age 1-4, sever Bullet and Roundup, calving ease and and Jordan Keller, 1 Mile north of Melville, lections for cows or heifers, red or black, growth, exc. selection. Martens Charolais SK. on Hwy #47. Phone 306-728-3657, semen tested and guaranteed. Call Ken 306-728-9057 or 306-728-0108. Email: Sweetland, Lundar, MB. 204-762-5512, and Seed, 204-534-8370, Boissevain, MB. www.sweetlandsalers.com garnetkeller@hotmail.com COMING 2 YR. old polled PB Charolais POLLED PB THICK Butt Salers age advanbulls, some red factor. Call Kings Polled POLLED HEREFORD BULLS, 2 year olds tage bulls, exc. disposition, tested, also reand yearlings, Holmes farm, Semans, SK., Charolais, 306-435-7116, Rocanville, SK. placement heifers. DynaRich Salers. Rich306-746-7170 or 306-524-2762 ard Andersen, 403-746-2919, Eckville, AB. TEN OPEN REPLACEMENT Charolais heifREGISTERED HEREFORD BULLS. Airriess ers. Wheatheart Charolais, 306-882-6444, Acres has a strong group of yearlings and or cell 306-831-9369, Rosetown, SK. two year olds for sale. All Bulls are thick PUREBRED CHAROLAIS BULLS for sale. topped, structurally sound, quiet and are SELLING FOR THE ESTATE of Harvey Polled and horned. Some red. 40+ bulls to bred for calving ease and performance. Blanchette. One 3 year old white bull, very choose from. Over 30 yrs. in the Charolais Semen tested before delivered. For more sound and quiet. PB name is BMC11C, Sire business. Wilf Neilson, Cougar Hill Ranch, info call: 306-338-3496, Wadena, SK. B M V 1 2 7 4 , D a m - u p h i l l r o s e 6 Z . Email: airriessacres@hotmail.com 306-342-4918, Glaslyn, SK. 204-732-2663, Toutes Aides, MB.

PROUDLY WESTERN BULL SALE, Saturday March 17th, 1:00 PM at the Whitewood Auction Barn, Whitewood, SK. Selling 64 yearling, Red, Black & Simm-Angus bulls. Wintering and delivery available. For a catalogue or more info contact T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-220-5006. View catalogue online at: www.buyagro.com Watch and bid online at: www.dlms.ca (PL#116061). SIMMENTAL BULLS FOR SALE by private treaty. Red, Black & Blaze face. Please contact for pedigree and performance data. A down payment will hold for spring delivery. Semen tested, guaranteed. Bulls are bred and fed to last. All bulls sell at the ranch. EDN Simmentals, Dean Neitz, Maple Creek, SK., Please call 306-662-3941 or 306-662-7036.

WHO’S YOUR DADDY’S 15th Annual Bull Sale will be selling 60 Shorthorn bulls, 2 yr olds and yearlings and open replacement heifers, on April 5, 2018 at the Saskatoon Livestock Sales, Saskatoon, SK. Richard Moellenbeck 306-287-7904, Carl Lehmann 306-232-3511 or Scot Muri 306-741-6833. View catalogue: www.muridale.com Online TCCO SIMMENTALS at the Alameda Bull bidding at www.dlms.ca Sale, March 24th, 1:00PM, Chopper K, AlaSHORTHORN BULLS FOR SALE: Coming 2 meda, SK. 9 Simmentals from Tableland year olds, raised on high forage diet. Cattle Co., Wade 306-421-7967 or Heather Outcross genetics selected for maternal 306-471-9891; 9 Charolais bulls from Philstrength, longevity & performance. Delivery ips Farms, Kurtiss 306-421-6416; and 23 available, for more info and pics/videos: Angus bulls from Mantei Farms, Cecil 705-348-1022, Gore Bay, ON. Email: 306-461-5501. Catalogues on-line at: nickolas@uoguelph.ca www.buyagro.com or blackharvest.ca POLLED PB SHORTHORN BULLS: Red, white, & roans. Thick, beefy, & muscular, w/moderate birthweights. 4 bulls in Douglas Development Centre, as well as on the SOUTH DEVON AND POUNDMAKER (SD farm. Reasonably priced. Uphill Short- cross Angus) bulls. Yearling and 2 year horns, Hamiota, MB. 204-764-2663 (H), olds. Semen tested. Ivomeced and vaccinated. British breed. Quiet, good growth. 204-365-7155 (C). rgray4@mymts.net Call 403-566-2467, Wardlow, AB. E-mail: FOR SALE by some of Manitoba’s top dmrranching@gmail.com Shorthorn breeders, 17 Shorthorn yearling bulls & 4 heifers at the Douglas Bull Development Center, March 31st, 2018 at 1:00 PM. Bulls performance and semen tested, THE SUPREME SPECKLE PARK Bull & structurally sound and ultra sounded. Visit Female Sale: Saturday, April 7th, 2:00 PM www.manitobabulltest.com 204-895-8191. at Notta Ranch, Neilburg, SK. Selling Speckle Park yearling and two-year-old bulls, with a select group of females. These genetics are being offered by Notta Ranch, Spots ‘N Sprouts, Ravenworth Cattle and Guests. For more information or a catalogue, contact T Bar C Cattle Co. at 306-220-5006. View the catalogue online at www.buyagro.com Watch and bid online at www.liveauctions.tv PL#116061

BENDER SHORTHORNS & STAR P FARMS Online Bull & Female Sale, March 23 & 24, Neudorf, SK. Phone 306-728-8613 or 306-231-3933, www.bendershorthorns.com E-mail: bendershorthorns@sasktel.net 2 YEAR OLD Shorthorn bulls, 4 red & 1 roan, will keep until June 1st and deliver. Phone Glenn 306-997-4537 or e-mail: gf.sutherland@hotmail.com, Borden, SK. OPEN REPLACEMENT Shorthorn & Shorthorn cross heifers. Richard Moellenbeck 306-287-3420, 306-287-7904 Englefeld SK

14th ANNUAL Wheatland Cattle Co. Bull Sale, Thursday, March 22nd, 2:00 PM at the farm, Bienfait, SK. Offering Black & Red Simmental, SimmAngus and Angus Bulls. Also selling customer commercial heifers. For more information or a catalogue, contact Vernon at 306-634-7765 or T Bar C Cattle Co. at 306-220-5006. View the catalogue online at: www.buyagro.com (PL #116061). BLACK 2 YEAR OLD’s; Also Red, Black and fullblood yearling bulls. Moderate birth weights, excellent temperaments. All bulls sold private treaty. Call Bill or Virginia Peters, 306-237-9506, Perdue, SK.

TOP CUT SPECKLE PARK Bull and Female Sale, Tuesday, April 3, 2018, 1 PM, Dryland Cattle Trading Corp, Veteran, AB. Offering: 34 semen tested bulls, 8 fancy purebred females, 70+ Speckle Park influenced commercial replacement females. More info contact: Merl 780-205-4868, Curtis 306-228-9402, Drew 306-946-7438, Leroy 780-808-4222. View catalogue online at: www.topcutspecklepark.com

ALBERTA TEXAS LONGHORN Association 780-387-4874, Leduc, AB. For more info. www.albertatexaslonghorn.com

WAGYU BULLS ADD HYBRID VIGOR Calving ease, vigorous calves and excellent carcasses. 587-877-2649, Red Deer, AB.

WELSH BLACK- The Brood Cow Advantage. Check www.canadianwelshblackcattle.com Canadian Welsh Black Soc. 403-442-4372. WELSH BLACK POLLED yearling bulls, black and red. A few 2 yr old bulls, yearling heifers, black and red. Call Scott Farms, 403-854-2135, Hanna, AB.

130 RED & BLACK ANGUS cross cow/calf pairs, 90 are first calvers & remainder are third & fourth calvers, pickup May 15th, $3000/pair. 780-679-8935, Viking, AB. WLB LIVESTOCK ANNUAL SIMMENTAL Beef Bull Sale, 2:00 PM March 20, 2018. Free board to May 1. 5% 2nd bull discount. Selling 55 Black & Red Simmental PB and yearling beef bulls at the farm,(6 miles N, 1 mile E, 1/2 mile N)from Douglas, MB. Bill & Nancy Biglieni at: 204-763-4697 or Cell: 204-729-7925. Catalogue and videos online at: www.wlblivestock.com EHR SIMMENTALS is selling FB and Fleckvieh influence bulls and open heifers in the Tri-N Charolais & Guests MultiBreed Bull Sale, Saturday, March 31st, Heartland Livestock, Virden, MB. Also selling Charolais, Black & Red Angus bulls and heifers. Online catalogue: bylivestock.com or call Blaine Ehr, 306-575-9601. POLLED BLACK SIMMENTAL herdsire for sale. Rising 3 year old, 94 lb. BW, Phone 306-755-4203, Tramping Lake, SK. RED AND BLACK Simmental Bulls: 50 twoyear-old's & 14 yearlings. March 21, 2018, 1:00 PM, Provost Livestock Exchange. Call Ken at 403-575-5470 www.adairranch.com PRAIRIE PARTNERS BULL SALE. Red, Black, FB, Sim/Angus, Charolais bulls and a select group of open heifers. March 13, 2018, 1:00 PM, Killarney Auction Mart. Sale broadcast on DLMS.ca Visit the farms of Gordon Jones Simmentals & Silver Lake Farms prior to the sale for your chance to win a $500 bull purchase credit. Please call 204-535-2273 or 204-825-8012, Killarney, MB. Online: www.bouchardlivestock.com

400 REPLACEMENT QUALITY heifers: 800 lbs. by mid-March, You pick. Can feed until grass time. Will finance feed and cattle until they go. Trucking available. No TBA implants/ balance growing rations/ complete vaccination program. Not asking a fortune for these heifers, just a premium over market. Phone Blaine 306-621-9751 or Steve 306-621-2522, Yorkton, SK. 100 PLUS OPEN replacement heifers, Red Angus/Simm. cross. Home raised, full herd health program, no implants, no brands. Contact Brian at: 306-432-0001 or David at: 306-723-4727, Cupar, SK. REGISTERED SIMMENTAL FEMALES includes cow/calf pairs, bred cows & heifers, open & commercial heifers. March 21, 2018, Provost Livestock Exchange. Call Ken at 403-575-5470. www.adairranch.com 350 GOOD BLACK Angus Bred Heifers. All one herd, home raised, preg. checked, Ivomeced and Scourguard. Calving end of April - May $2100. Bernard 306-984-7272, Spiritwood, SK. Email: tetrb@hotmail.com TOP 500 BRED COWS out of our 1000 cow herd for sale. These cows have been culled to look after themselves and bring home 500 to 550 lb. calves in October. They start calving in April but most calve in May. There are 130 Charolais or Simmental crosses and 370 Black or Red Angus crosses. $2200 for pick with discounts for volume. Could feed till end of March at cost, can deliver. Please call Randy at 204-483-0228 or 204-741-0412, Elgin, MB.

DARK RED POLLED yearling Simmental bulls, off cross roads degree, good disposition, good hair coats, also 1 polled solid Red 2 year old, will guarantee breeders, WANTED: CULL COWS and bulls. For bookdown payment will hold till spring. Green ings call Kelly at Drake Meat Processors, Spruce Simmental, Call 306-467-4975 or 306-363-2117 ext. 111, Drake, SK. 306-467-7912, Duck Lake, SK. BULLS: 4 YEARLING Simmentals, 3 FB, and 1 PB, 90's lb. BW, $3000. Please call 204-376-2233, Arborg, MB. REGISTERED PB YEARLING BULLS, Red, Black & Brown, polled, BW from 70-98 lbs., bulls will be semen tested & delivered to your farm or kept till needed. Some are calving ease. Call 5-W Simmentals, 204-868-5040, Sandy Lake, MB.

HORSE SALE, Johnstone Auction Mart, Moose Jaw, SK., Thursday April 5th, 2018. Tack sells 2:00 PM. Horses sell at 4:30 PM. All classes of horses accepted. Next Regular Horse Sale May 3, 2018. 306-693-4715. PL# 914447. www.johnstoneauction.ca

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A TOUCH OF CLASS Performance Horse WANTED: NH 359 MIX MILL, must be in Sale, Apr 28, Preview: 11 AM, Sale: 2 PM, good to excellent condition. Please call Prairieland, Saskatoon SK. Enter by: April 1 306-331-8305, Lipton, SK. 306-299-7253, www.jackauctiongroup.com WANTED: NEW HOLLAND manure spreader, approximately 250 bu. 780-985-2848, Calmar, AB. QUALITY REG. MAMMOTH DONKEYS for (5) DOUBLE ROUND bale feeders, $550 sale. View: www.bigearsdonkeyranch.ca or each; Hi-Hog self-catch head gate and 204-535-2141, 204-825-0113, Baldur, MB. neck extender, $1100; Hi-Hog calf squeeze chute, $600. 306-335-7875, Lemberg, SK.

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BIG BOY CATTLE FEEDER, 6’ diameter 5 YEAR OLD Black Team of Percheron Ca- wheel, holds 100 bu., tow it behind tractor nadian cross, 1900 lbs., 17.1 & 17.2 HH, or truck, $5600. 306-734-7721, Craik, SK. match team. 306-862-5975, Codette, SK.

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20 LIGHT MARES, bred Percheron or Belgian, $2000 each; 20 Draft Mares, bred Pe r c h e r o n o r B e l g i a n , $ 7 0 0 0 e a c h . 204-871-1068, Portage la Prairie, MB.

SUCCESSFUL FARM ON 4.75 Acres, 4 Bed/7 Bath and 2 bdrm suite. Victoria, BC. 250-474-4800, SouthIslandHomeTeam.com 5 ACRE FARM, fenced, 4 bedroom, home, cabin, barns, fruit trees, river frontage, $329,000. 403-304-9665 msg., Slocan, BC.

TEAMTAG. TAG IS good as new, high quality leather., size: full, $675. 306-717-2504, GREG’S WELDING: Freestanding 24’ & 30’ corral panels and windbreaks; Also grain Asquith, SK. pieterpumpkin@outlook.com and silage troughs; as well as calf shelters. HORSE COLLARS, all sizes, steel and alu- Call for pricing, 306-768-8555, delivery minum horseshoes. We ship anywhere. available. Carrot River, SK. Keddie’s, 1-800-390-6924 or keddies.com

REGISTERED BORDER COLLIE Pups Ready to go, vet checked, 1st shots, microchipped and dewormed. Out of working parents used daily, $500. 306-843-7606, Wilkie, SK. daveycattle@outlook.com

EXOTIC/SMALL ANIMAL & Sheep/Goat Auction, Apr 29, Prairieland, Saskatoon. May 5 Prince Albert Ex Grounds. May 13 Battleford Ag Grounds. Sale Time: 1 PM. 306-299-7253, www.jackauctiongroup.com

NORTHFORK- INDUSTRY LEADER for over 15 years, is looking for Elk. “If you have them, we want them.” Make your final call with Northfork for pricing! Guaranteed prompt payment! 514-643-4447, Winnipeg, MB. I CAN ASSIST you in finding the best markets for all classes of elk livestock. Call for options and prices. Ian 204-848-2498, 204-867-0085. FOR SALE: Small closed young Elk herd, 10 bulls & 12 females. Call 306-839-7794, Pierceland, SK.

BLUE HEALER PUPPIES, ready to go after March 18th, $200. For more info call 204-376-2233, 204-641-0660, Arborg, MB. Email: ktambros@mymts.net GREAT PYRENEES PUPS born to working parents. Vet checked, shots up to date, CATTLEVACBOX VACCINE/MED COOLER $400/each. Please call 403-308-4781 or and organizer, $375. Protect your vaccine, Email: heathernelsonfarm@gmail.com your livestock and your workers. Anyone who vaccinates any type of livestock needs a CATTLEVACBOX. 780-702-1206, Provost, AB. Email: cattlevacboxcanada@gmail.com Website: www.cattlevacboxcanada.ca RANCH FOR SALE by owner: 1374.3 acres in the south Cariboo region, Green Lake Meadows Ranch. Has adjacent 10,000+ USED PORTABLE TOILETS, mostly poly acres, east Coulson unit for 100 Cow/Calf. John, some good, some not so good, $300 $3,000,000. 250-456-7341, 250-456-7727, 70 Mile House, BC. searon@bcinternet.net each, take choice. 403-680-0752.

FFS- FUCHS FARM SUPPLY are the Canadian dealer for Farm Aid, parts and mix USED PIPE AND SUCKER RODS: 2-3/8", 2wagons. 306-762-2125, Vibank, SK. 7/8", 3-1/2" used pipe, $36/ea.; 7/8", 1" sucker rods, $12/ea. Call 306-460-7966, or www.fuchs.ca 306-460-4166, Kindersley, SK. 6" SVEN ROLLER MILL, w/stand and extra set of rolls, $3000 OBO. 403-742-9762, TRANSLOADING, WE HAVE capacity to Stettler, AB. russell@signalridgefarms.com transload third party grain onto rail cars at our Saskatoon facility. Conventional or BOB PETER 25 HESSTON Bale Shredder, organic, $20. Call 306-933-4644, Saska$3500 OBO. 780-853-2642, Vermilion, AB. toon, SK. bryce.kohle@grainmillers.com HIGHLINE 6800 BALE Pro, good condition, $3500. 403-627-8314, Pincher Creek, AB. STEEL VIEW MFG. Self-standing panels, windbreaks, silage/hay bunks, feeder panels, sucker rod fence posts. Custom orders. Call Shane 306-493-2300, Delisle, SK. www.steelviewmfg.com 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. PAYSEN LIVESTOCK EQUIPMENT INC. We manufacture an extensive line of cattle handling and feeding equipment including squeeze chutes, adj. width alleys, crowding tubs, calf tip tables, maternity pens, gates and panels, bale feeders, Bison equipment, Texas gates, steel water troughs, rodeo equipment and garbage incinerators. Distributors for El-Toro electric branders and twine cutters. Our squeeze chutes and headgates are now avail. with a neck extender. Ph 306-796-4508, email: ple@sasktel.net Web: www.paysen.com FREESTANDING PANELS: 24’ corral panels; 30’ windbreak panels w/wo boards; 24’ fenceline feeders; 24’ bunk feeders. 306-441-9327, 306-386-2490, Cochin, SK SUNDOG SOLAR WATER SYSTEMS, portable winter/summer. Call Shadow Ranch, 306-354-7500, Mossbank, SK. 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 Machine 306-242-9884, 1-877-255-0187. www.apollomachineandproducts.com

WANT THE ORGANIC ADVANTAGE? Contact an organic Agrologist at Pro-Cert for information on organic farming: prospects, transition, barriers, benefits, certification and marketing. Call 306-382-1299, Saskatoon, SK. or info@pro-cert.org ORGANIC PRODUCERS ASSOCIATION of MANITOBA COOPERATIVE (OPAM). Non-profit members owned organic certification body. Certifying producers, processor & brokers in Western Canada since 1988. Miniota, MB. Contact: 204-567-3745, info@opam-mb.com

ALBERTA HEARTLAND RETAIL building, 4922 sq. ft. Large storefront w/massive rear storage & living quarters in the rear. South facing store, opening onto Main Street. Built in 1958, renovated carpet, lighting & paint. New water boiler heating system throughout in Dec. 2017. Great business opportunity to serve a consistent heavy industry base in Alberta's Heartland. For sale by owner, $165,000. Email: gizmogreeter44@gmail.com Please call: 780-777-6776, Lamont, AB.

LOG SIDING, LOG cabin logs, Fir timbers, Fir flooring, Cedar. Special orders. Check o u t m o r e i n fo . at : ro u c k b ro s . c o m Lumby, BC., 1-800-960-3388. BUILDING LOT FOR SALE in the Town of Elbow, SK. Address: 125 Putters Lane, legal description: 07-02-88MJ16836. Walking distance to the Golf club house and Marina. Serviced by the town. Approx 65’ frontage, $29,000. Will consider truck, car, boat or equipment on trade. Call Gerry any time at 403-389-4858.

143 ACRES OF Flood Irrigated Land, ID#1100647 - TILLEY: 143.03 acres of flood irrigated land (137 acres of EID Water Rights & Surface Rights). Includes a new Valley Pivot, w/corner arm, mainline & pump to be installed Spring 2018. 136 acres irrigated. Parcel is leased for 2018 crop season so possession can be in spring with rent being paid to purchaser or alternatively possession in Fall. 465 acres of Irrigated Row Crop Land ID#1100614 - Rolling Hills: 3 quarters are all in one block & are located between Rolling Hills & Tilley. 465 acres of nice row crop land w/426 acres of EID water rights, 3 pivots, underground mainlines & 3-phase power. Very good isolation for seed crops. A 1200 sq.ft. home & various outbuildings are included. Surface lease revenue of $4600. Real Estate Centre, 1-866-345-3414. Visit: www.farmrealestate.com LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER: Three quarter sections of land in the RM of Big Stick No. 141 (north east of Maple Creek) are being offered for sale by tender, subject to restrictions as per existing certificate of title (other than existing financial liens) for: NE 7-13-25-W3M, 160 acres with one dugout. CNRL surface lease paying annual rent of $1,404.20 and Direct Energy surface lease paying annual rent of $1,781.80; SE 7-13-25-W3M, 160 acres with approx. 22 acres of provincial water. CNRL surface lease paying annual rent of $1,755.14; N E 6 - 1 3 - 2 5 - W 3 M , 160 acres. CNRL surface lease paying annual rent of $2,062.05. Tenders can be submitted for an individual quarter section or on multiple quarter sections. The submitted tender must make this clear. The purchase price shall be subject to GST. Only unconditional tenders will be considered. The highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. In the event of acceptance, the successful tenderer will be notified. Tenders must be submitted in a sealed envelope marked “ L a n d Te n d e r F i l e 37508” to: Bolton Bishop Bowman, Lawyers, 10-3092 Dunmore Road SE,Medicine Hat, AB., T1B 2X2. Tenders must be received by close of business on April 6, 2018. The successful bidder shall pay a non-refundable deposit of 5% of the tender price to “Bolton Bishop Bowman in trust” by way of bank draft or solicitor’s trust cheque by close of business on April 12, 2018. Balance of the purchase price shall be payable on April 23, 2018. Property taxes and surface lease revenue will not be adjusted.

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#VZJOH t 4FMMJOH t 'VMM 4FSWJDF REALTOR ® RM 96 FOR RENT: 5.5 quarters south of Creelman, SK., east 1/2 5-10-10-W2, SE-8-10-10-W2, parts of NE-8-10-10-W2, and south 1/2 of 7-10-10-W2. Can be rented altogether or different parcels. 306-861-4592 or submit offer to my Email: patrick.sask@gmail.com RM 486 TOBIN LAKE SK., 3 quarters for s a l e b y t e n d e r : N W- 0 4 - 5 2 - 1 2 - W 2 , NW-09-52-12-W2, NE-09-52-12-W2. Will sell altogether or in different parcels. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Tenders close March 30, 2018. Submit to: farmlands.sask@gmail.com 2 QUARTERS OF LAND in RM Grayson, SK. NW-29-21-05-W2, NE-3 0-21-05-W2, $350,000. Email:kaa.mpmiller@gmail.com 24.9 ACRES, 10 MINS south of Saskatoon, 8 minutes north of Dundurn. $298,000. For more information, call 306-249-1971.

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Saskatchewan’s Ag Real Estate Professionals RM 193 Eyebrow, SK., 6 quarters for sale by tender: SE-18-21-02-W3, S W- 1 8 - 2 1 - 0 2 - W 3 , N E - 0 7 - 2 1 - 0 2 - W 3 , NW-07-21-02-W3, NW-26-21-02-W3, 1/2 SECTION in the RM of Bratt’s Lake SW-26-21-02-W3, with yard, power, old #129 for sale: South of Gray, SK. Land house, barn and 3 grains bins. Will sell all location is SW and NW 36-13-19 W2. Con- together or in different parcels. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Tendtact Sandy Krenning 780-672-9500. ers close March 30, 2018. Send tenders to: farmlands.sask@gmail.com

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www.farmboyrealty.com IS IT TIME TO SELL THE FARM? YOUR FIRST STEP IS TO ESTABLISH IT’S ACTUAL VALUE AND START THE MARKETING PROCESS. CALL GUY AT 306-434-8857 AND GET A FARM BOY WORKING FOR YOU! FARM CHEMICAL/ SEED COMPLAINTS We specialize in agricultural complaints of any nature: Crop ins. appeals; Spray drift; Chemical failure; Residual herbicide; Custom operator issues; Equip. malfunction. Back-Track Investigations 1-866-882-4779 for assistance w/compensation, P.Ag. on staff, www.backtrackcanada.com CAN-WORLD FINANCIAL. Needing a farm loan, for land, machinery, crop inputs for the season? We can finance it all! Good credit or bad credit. We also have great leasing programs, excellent competitive rates. Call 1-306-535-2512 or visit us online at: www.canworldfinance.com

RM 402 WAKAW SK., 4 quarters for sale by tender: SE-14-42-01-W3, NE-11-42-01-W3, NW-12-42-01-W3 and SW-34-42-28-W2, w/yard, power, VG metal quonset 40’x60’ and 3 bins. Will sell altogether or in different parcels. Highest LARGE GRAZING LEASE and deeded quar- or any tender not necessarily accepted. ters for sale, 6941 leased and 471.66 deed- Tenders close March 30, 2018. Submit ed. 1439 AUM, $26,250/yearly revenue. All tenders to: farmlands.sask@gmail.com offers submitted will be reviewed on April 9th, 2018 at 12 noon, $2,200,000. 780-614-0399, JL@cartierrealty.ca

SMILEY HOBBY FARM: Quarter section on highway. Private. Partially fenced. Oil leasWANTED: ORGANIC LENTILS, peas and es. Lots of water. Ravine, house, buildings, chickpeas. Stonehenge Organics, Assinimachinery and much more! 306-838-0352. LOG AND TIMBER HOMES, Saskatoon, boia, SK., 306-640-8600, 306-640-8437. SK. Visit www.backcountryloghomes.ca or 'BSN t 3BODI t 3FDSFBUJPO t "DSFBHF CERTIFIED ORGANIC fall rye, buckwheat, call 306-222-6558. canola and sweet clover seed for sale. Call 306-621-7310, Yorkton, SK. ORGANIC CO2 FERTILIZER: CropPlus. A 100% natural, organic, mineral based, foliar applied fertilizer. It contains carbon dioxide, which is very beneficial in plant health. Apply with any sprayer. $10/acre. WWW.MEDALLION-HOMES.CA modular homes/lake houses/RTM’s. Visit our sales Cory Wiebe 204-247-2142, Roblin, MB. lot, or check online for stock, homes and COMMON CERTIFIED ORGANIC Alfalfa all other plans. Factory direct orders built (tap rooted), common cert. organic Red to your specs! Trade-ins welcome, buy and and common cert. organic Alsike Clover, sell used homes. Hwy 2 South, Prince Al50 lb. bags. 306-382-1299, Saskatoon, SK. bert, SK. Call 306-764-2121 or toll free 1-800-249-3969.

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NE 19-02-17-W2, RM of Lake Alma #8: 146 acres, home quarter, 3 bedroom bungalow, 1242+/- sq. ft., partially finished basement, electric heat, central air, laminate flooring, vinyl siding, 4 appliances included, shallow well w/quality water, small barn, water bowl & cattle shed, pasture, SE 19-02-17-W2 RM of Lake Alma #8; 159 acres, FVA 75,400, 100 acres tame hay, balance pasture, NW 20-02-17-W2 RM of Lake Alma #8; 141 acres, FVA 66,900, dugout, pasture. SW 20-02-17-W2 RM of Lake Alma #8; 160 acres, FVA 58,600, dugout, 100 acres tame hay, balance pasture. Maurice Ranch Land and Equipment Auction Wednesday April 18th, 2018. Lake Alma, SK. Visit www.mackauctioncompany.com for sale bill and photos and join us on FB. Info. 306-421-2928 or 306-487-7815, Mack Auction Co. PL 311962.

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NEAR PILOT BUTTE 68 acres with yardsite; Near Pilot Butte 80 acres with yardsite; 1/2 section pasture on Hwy near Perdue. Brian Tiefenbach, 306-536-3269, Colliers Int. Regina, SK. www.collierscanada.com LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER. Located in the RM of Willner #253, described as: SW-36-27-03-W3 & NW-36-27-03-W3(one 2500 bu. bin on cement located on the NW 1/4). Full quarters with no trees and minimal water. Land has been used as hayland for the last ten years, was previously cropped and able to be cultivated now. Please submit tenders in writing, with a certified cheque for 5% of the tendered offer to: Dellene Church Law Office, Box 724, 200 Garfield Street, Davidson, SK., S0G 1A0. Tenders will be accepted until 4:00 PM on March 23, 2018. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. RM 370 HUMBOLDT, SK.(NE of Bruno), for sale by tender: NE-18-39-24-W2 and PT of SE-18-39-24-W2, approx. 220 ac. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Tenders close March 30, 2018. Submit tenders to: farmlands.sask@gmail.com

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CROPLAND FOR SALE - 3 quarters in the RM of Big Stick #141: S1/2 of 29-14-27 W3; NE 1/4 of 29-14-27 W3. Approx. 460 acres of newer land, broke in 1990 & 1991. c/w 7 gas wells. Call 306-662-8650.

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GRAIN LAND TO RENT, 35 mile radius of Rouleau, SK. Call 306-776-2600 or email: kraussacres@sasktel.net LAND FOR SALE The Public Guardian and Trustee of Saskatchewan as Administrator for the Estate of Earl Lehman, will accept bids on the following land in the: RM of Canwood, NE 07-53-05 W3, ext 0. As described on Certificate of Title 150130123 - 124 cultivatable acres. Property will be sold in “As Is” condition. No minerals included in sale. Sealed bids, clearly marked “Earl Lehman Tender”, should be received in our office by 5:00 PM on March 26, 2018 accompanied by a deposit of 10% of the bid in the form of a money order or certified cheque to the adKevin Jarrett dress below. (Deposits will be refunded except for that of the successful bidder). (306) 441-4152 The highest or any bid is not necessarily accepted. For further information phone: kevin.jarrett@hammondrealty.ca Faye Mintzler 306-787-7920 or email: faye.mintzler@gov.sk.ca or ph: Rowena HammondRealty.ca Collins-Huber 306-787-5761, or email: rowena.collins-huber@gov.sk.ca Public Saskatchewan’s Ag Real Estate Professionals Guardian & Trustee of Saskatchewan, 100 - 1871 Smith Street, Regina, SK. RM 256 DINSMORE, SK. 2 quarters for sale S4P 4W4. Fax 306-787-5065. by tender: SE-05-25-12-W3, SW-05-25-12-W3. Will sell all together or RM OF EMERALD: NW 13-30-14 W2 and in different parcels. Highest or any tender SE 18-30-13 W2. Will sell individually. not necessarily accepted. Tenders close Tom Neufeld Coldwell Banker Signature, March 30th, 2018. Submit your tenders to: tom@saskfarmland.com 306-260-7838. farmlands.sask@gmail.com

FARM LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER FOR SALE BY TENDER, farm land owned by Anna Dagnall (Thorsteinsson), located in the R.M. of Foam Lake No. 276, legally described as: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Pt NE 10-32-12 W2M (145 acres) (with power hooked up); Pt NW 10-32-12 W2M (139 acres); Pt SE 10-32-12 W2M (148 acres); Pt NE 11-32-12 W2M (87 acres); Pt NW 11-32-12 W2M (152 acres); Pt SW 11-32-12 W2M (15 acres).

The approximate cultivated acres are 545. All buildings located on the above described properties go with the properties, including 6 Westeel 2000 bushel bins on cement. Taxes will be adjusted as of December 31st, 2017. The purchaser will have to be a GST registrant and will be responsible for all ISC fees. Any tenders submitted will have to be for all of the properties listed above. The highest or any Tender will not necessarily be accepted. Tenders must be accompanied by a certified cheque, bank draft or money order for a minimum of 5% of the purchase price payable to “LELAND CAMPBELL KONDRATOFF PERSICK LLP, IN TRUST”. All tenders must be received at the address below by 12:00 noon on April 3rd, 2018. The possession date will be May 3rd, 2018. The balance of the purchase price must be paid on or before May 3rd, 2018.

LELAND CAMPBELL KONDRATOFF PERSICK LLP Barristers & Solicitors 36 Fourth Avenue North, Drawer 188 Yorkton, Saskatchewan S3N 2V7 Attention: Thomas P. Campbell

L AN E R EALT Y JUST LISTED! Lane Realty is happy to announce the following listings recently added to our website. CANORA: 103 ac. - 105 cult. ac., strong water supply, steel grain storage. BREDENBURY: 159 ac. - 150 cult. ac., 2017 assess. 261,000. CENTRAL BUTTE: 320 ac. - 320 cult. ac., 2017 assess. 141,850/qtr. TUGASKE: 955 ac. - 910 cult. ac. - 2016 assess. 67,035/qtr. WEEKES: 3691 ac. - 2,592 ac. deeded + 1,099 ac. leased. 2,610 cult. ac., 175 ac. logable timber land, 35 ac. alfalfa, bal. pasture, 2017 assess. 129,705/qtr., steel grain storage, 1704 sq ft home. Many more features, call for details!

8500 ACRE RANCH in RM of Reno, all grass, lots of water. $474 per acre. 306-299-4445, www.ranch-for-sale-sk.ca 1 QUARTER SECTION farmland in the RM of Mount Pleasant (SW-35-01-34-W1). Macfarlane Land and Farm Equipment Auction, Wednesday April 25th, 2018. Glen Ewen, SK. For sale bill & photos visit: www.mackauctioncompany.com Join us on FB! 306-421-2928 or 306-487-7815. Mack Auction Co. PL 311962.

Cell: 306-230-1588 Ofﬁce: 306-361-8926 Fax: 306-665-1443 justin.yin.ca@gmail.com

RANCH LAND: 339 ac. in the R.M. of Fertile Belt #183, NE-22-19-02-W2, 160 ac., 90 field crop production, 70 wetlands, $120,000; NW-23-19-02-W2, 160 ac., 105 field crop production, 55 wetlands, $120,000. Take both for $220,000. 1/2 mile north is 19.31 ac. (acreage) for $45,000, your choice or all for $265,000. More info: MLS® SK 720491. Please call: 306-421-7446, Esterhazy or Stockholm, SK. Email: rico.thievin@gmail.com

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LAKEFRONT ACREAGE: 113.7 acres, custom built home, 3 bedroom/3 baths. $975,000 OBO. Please call 306-441-2163, Meota, SK. www.dreamrealtysk.com

4 1/2 QUARTERS- BIRTLE, MB: 706 total acres. Mixed farm. 3000 sq.ft. dwelling, 5 bdrm, 3 bath. 30x215 pole shed. 2nd yardsite, 2 - 32x55 pole sheds, 40x60 machine shed. Grain storage. Gravel pit. 2 we l l s . K a r e n G o r a l u k , S a l e s p e r s o n , 204-773-6797, NorthStar Insurance & Real Estate, north-star.ca MLS#1729624 3 QUARTERS w/YARDSITE: 477 acres in a block. Mixed farm, 300 arable acres. Fenced and cross fenced, 2 shallow wells., 40’x60’ machine shed, 34’x44’ pole shed, barn, corrals, hay fence. 24’x32’ bungalow, w/double attached garage. Located beside the Riding Mtn. National Park. Contact Karen Goraluk-Salesperson, 204-773-6797. NorthStar Insurance & Real Estate. MLS ®1800563. www.north-star.ca FARM FOR SALE at Plumas, MB. 1/4 Sec. of flat corner to corner stone free land incl. mature treed yard with livestock facilities, incl. 50x155 Biotech, 40x60 heated shop & modern 3 bedroom mobile home. Land is suitable for corn, beans or cereal crops with 560 ac. adjoining available for long term lease. Only 50 min. from large supplies of vegetable & grain livestock feed products at Portage La Prairie, MB. Complete unit for $550,000. Call/text 204-741-0412 or 204-483-0228.

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MANITOBA FARMS: 1. Excellent livestock farm, south of Kenton. Half section with top notch facilities, 1500 sq. ft. home, 15 min. to Virden. 2. Excellent mixed farm, 5 quarters, 390 cultivated acres, class B soil. Very good 1400 sq. ft. 3 bdrm home, garage, good water. Possibly more land available. Located in Shoal Lake area. 3. Half section of good grain land. Class B Newdale clay loam, yardsite w/machine shed and 13,400 bushels storage. North of Shoal Lake. Contact listing agent Rick Taylor, 204-867-7551 RE/MAX Valleyview Realty, ricktaylor@remax.net www.remax.ca

MULCHING- TREES, BRUSH, Stumps. Call today 306-933-2950. Visit us at: www.maverickconstruction.ca WANTED TO RENT pasture in AB or SK. For min. 40 or max. 150 pairs. Prefer supervised. 403-634-1642. gcaillia@telus.net

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CERTIFIED AC Metcalfe, AC Newdale, CDC Copeland, Legacy, CDC Austenson, CDC Maverick, CDC McGwire. Van Burck Seeds, Star City, SK 306-863-4377. www.vanburckseeds.ca TOP QUALITY CERT. #1 CDC Copeland, AC Metcalfe, Newdale. Frederick Seeds, 306-287-3977, Watson, SK. CERTIFIED #1 Metcalf(2R) & Legacy(6R). Fenton Seeds, 306-873-5438, Tisdale, SK.

CERTIFIED CDC MAVERICK. Hickseeds 306-354-7998 (Barry) or 306-229-9517 (Dale), Mossbank, SK. CERTIFIED CDC Copeland, AC Metcalfe, AAC Synergy. Fraser Farms, Pambrun, SK, 306-741-0475, foc@sasktel.net CERTIFIED CDC Austenson & Maverick feed barley. Trawin Seeds, 306-752-4060, Melfort, SK. www.trawinseeds.ca 2001 DISCOVERY, Frieghtliner chassis, CERT. #1 Copeland: 94% germ., 95% vig38’, 2 slides, loaded, immaculate condi- or, 48.3 TKW, 100% Copeland. Sandercock t i o n , s t o r e d i n s i d e , $ 6 5 , 0 0 0 . C a l l Seed Farm, 306-334-2958, Balcarres, SK. 403-928-3218, Fort Assiniboine, AB. CERTIFIED #1 METCALF. Pratchler Seeds Farm, 306-682-3317 or 306-231-5145, Muenster, SK. CERTIFIED #1: CDC COPELAND, AC Met2008 BEARCAT, 570 fan cooled, 20x156” calfe, CDC Polarstar, AAC Connect, CDC track, 800 miles, nice shape, $5000. Call Fraser. Lung Seeds Ltd. 306-368-2414, Rick, 306-734-7721, Craik, SK. Lake Lenore, SK. ONLINE AUCTION: 2012 Skidoo Grand CERTIFIED #1 CDC Austenson, Ennis Touring snowmobile; 1997 Polaris Indy Seeds, 306-429-2793, Glenavon, SK. snowmobile. See Poloverde Industries Close-Out. Bids Close March 20th in Saska- CERT. #1 CDC Austenson. Nutrient densitoon, SK. Visit: McDougallAuction.com for fied for enhanced emergence and yield. details or Call Terry 306-652-4334 or 403-633-9999, www.fabianseedfarms.com 1-800-263-4193, PL#331787. CERTIFIED CDC Copeland & AC Metcalf. Call Trawin Seeds, 306-752-4060, Melfort, SK. www.trawinseeds.ca FOUNDATION, REGISTERED & CERTIFIED, Amisk, Gadsby, CDC Cowboy & Maverick, 0 fusarium, 780-405-8089, Tofield, AB.

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BY TENDER: RM of Fertile Valley, NE 18-30-9 W3. Subdivided yardsite (14 ac.) and surrounding land (140 ac.). Send bids to: Bill W. Rees, Solicitor, Box 1035, Out- LAND FOR SALE at Sandy Lake, MB. 5 look, SK., S0L 2N0. Ph: 306-867-9535. Fax: quarters of land on east side of Thomas 306-867-8891. Bids close March 31, 2018. Lake with approx. 500 ac. cultivatable, curUP TO 350 ac. of grain land near Hudson rently in seeded pasture, eligible for orBay, SK., $1000/ac. 50 ac. green spruce ganic farming. Great potential for lakeside timber w/sawmill, hydro & home on river- development or just having your own space. Willing to sell your pick of quarters bank, lots of snow and elk, 306-865-7469. or all 5 as a package. Please call/text 150 ACRES +/- of CULTIVATED LAND 204-483-0228 or 204-741-0412. (SW of Saskatoon, SK). MLS® ID#1100502, Dinsmore. Land leased out FOR SALE OR RENT: 238 acre farm on for a 3 year term. 2015: Land was seeded Drifting River. 200 workable ac., 100 yr. to Hard Red Spring Wheat and 2016: Land old shelter belt, w/older useable house, will be seeded to Soybean. Real Estate and 11 out buildings. New wiring to out Centre, 1-866-345-3414. For all our buildings, new 200A panel in house, new base boards, and very good well. listings visit: www.farmrealestate.com AC METCALFE, CDC COPELAND, CDC 431-738-1888, Dauphin, MB. POLAR STAR, top quality. Wiens Seed QUARTER SECTION IN RM of Bjorkdale, SK. Farm 306-377-2002, Herschel, SK. WOOD-MIZER PORTABLE SAWMILLS, #426. SW 19-45-09 W2, 147 acres, approx. 276 CULT. AC., 2 1/2 miles N of the Trans eight models, options and accessories. Canada on Hwy 10, 1 mile of hwy front100 cultivated. Phone 306-864-7922. 1-877-866-0667. www.woodmizer.ca age. Jim McLachlan, 204-724-7753, ReMax Valley View Realty Inc., Brandon, MB. SAWMILLS from only $4397 - Make 142 ACRES IN & overlooking beautiful Money and Save Money with your own Assiniboine Valley- Binscarth, MB: bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In 3090 sq.ft. home. 2 car garage. 50x80 in- stock, ready to ship. Free info. and DVD: W AN T TO B E FIN IS HED sulated shop/in-floor heat, built in 2006. www.NorwoodSawmills.com/168 or call C O M B IN IN G IN AUG US T? 400 amp, single phase power. 28x80 insu- 1-800-567-0404. lated shop. 40x60 storage. Close to mines at Esterhazy. Karen Goraluk, Salesperson, D&L DOUBLE CUT ONE MAN SAWMILL, on 204-773-6797, NorthStar Insurance & Real wheels, 32 HP, diesel, 20’ bed, VG cond., $18,000 OBO. 780-986-3794, Leduc, AB. Estate, north-star.ca MLS#1726260

1600 ACRES OF PASTURE available at Aylesbury, SK. 1000 acres seeded to oats, and 600 valley pasture with 1 1/2 miles of river. Creep feeders, fly control, and cattle care. Call Cliff at 306-734-2997.

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2012 APLINE 3700RE, 2 A/C’s, fireplace, 3 tv’s, keyless entry, double fridge, lots of storage, sleeps 4, very low use, no smoke, pets or kids, $32,900. Would look at heavy truck or farm tractors on trade. Call 306-237-7667, Perdue, SK.

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SMILEY, SASK. 13 acres in townsite, sewer a n d w at e r ava i l a b l e , n i c e p r o p e r t y. QUARTER SECTION #1: SW-04-18-11 306-838-0352. W2, RM of Indian Head #156; FVA 219,000. 2017 crop - 140 acres (Green peas 65 acres & Nexera canola 75 acres). 2017 taxes $1078.02; Quarter Section #2: NW-04-18-11 W2, RM of Indian Head #156; FVA 248,800. 2017 crop - 160 A c r e s N e x e r a C a n o l a . 2 0 1 7 Ta x e s $1224.72. Briercrest Farms Farm Equip- 4 WHEEL BOMBARDIER Rotex, 250 hrs, ment Auction, Saturday April 14th, 2018, like new, $4000; Wanted: 14’ bumper hitch Sintaluta, SK. For sale bill & photos visit: dump trailer. 306-304-1959, Goodsoil, SK. www.mackauctioncompany.com Info at 306-421-2928 or 306-487-7815, Mack Auction Co. PL 311962. Join us on FB! R.M. OF SPALDING No. 368, SW 16-39-17 2012 ZINGER 260BH, 1 slide, air condiW2. For more information, please call tioning, excellent condition, $19,500. 204-761-9647. 306-567-8614, Davidson, SK.

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CERTIFIED #1 C O N L O N , R O S S E R , s m o o t h o n b a r l e y. K e r b e r S e e d s , 306-232-4474, Rosthern, SK. AAC SYNERGY, Cert. top quality seed. Very high yielder, gaining acceptance with maltsters. Contracts available. Inquiries welcome. Gregoire Seed Farms Ltd, North Battleford, SK., cell 306-441-7851 or 306-445-5516. gregfarms@sasktel.net

CERT. BOBCAT BEARDLESS fall triticale, excellent for cover crop. Nutrient densified for enhanced emer gence and yield. 403-633-9999, www.fabianseedfarms.com

CERTIFIED # 1 AAC Jatharia VB wheat, new. Midge tolerant. Shewchuk Seeds, 306-290-7816, Blaine Lake, SK. AC VESPER VB, WASKADA. Fdn., reg., cert. #1. High yielders, good protein, excellent quality! Nakonechny Seeds, 306-932-4409, Ruthilda, SK. CDC LANDMARK VB, AAC BRANDON, AAC PREVAIL VB, top quality. Wiens Seed Farm 306-377-2002, Herschel, SK. REGISTERED/CERTIFIED #1: CDC Landmark, AAC Brandon, AAC Jatharia, Cardale, CDC Utmost. Ardell Seeds, 306-668-4415, Vanscoy, SK.

GRAZING CORN CM440 conventional variety. Early maturity, whole plant is palatable making for easier cleanup in the spring, high quality forage during winter months. No planter required. Low seed cost. CanaMaize Seed Inc., call 1-877-262-4046 www.canamaize.com MINIMIZE INPUT COSTS & maximize yield potential. Grain & grazing/silage corn. The leader’s in non-GMO technology. A more sustainable way of farming! Free delivery. EXCELLENT QUALITY Cert. #1, CWRS: Call De Dell Seeds Inc. 204-268-5224. CDC Landmark VB, AAC Viewfield, AAC Brandon, AAC Cameron VB, AAC Elie, Cardale, CDC Utmost VB, AAC Connery & AAC Redberry. Frederick Seeds, 306-287-3977, CERT. FDN, REG. CDC Precision; CDC Al- Watson, SK. loy; AAC Spitfire; Transcend. Exc. germ., 0% fusarium. Fraser Farms 306-741-0475, CERTIFIED #1 CDC Landmark VB, CDC Plentiful, Cardale, Elgin ND, Goodeve VB, Pambrun, SK. foc@sasktel.net Fenton Seeds, 306-873-5438, Tisdale, SK. CERTIFIED TRANSCEND, very good quality. Call 306-843-2934, Wilkie, SK. CERT. # 1, high germ: CDC Landmark VB, AAC Cameron VB, AAC Jatharia VB, CDC www.herle.ca Utmost VB, AAC Brandon. Seed Source MAXIMIZE ON YIELD w/Cert. CDC PRE- Archerwill, SK. 306-323-4402. CISION, CDC ALLOY, AAC SPITFIRE. Proven variety - Transcend. All exc. germ, CERTIFIED CDC Landmark, AAC Cameron, 0% fus. gram. Printz Family Seeds, Gravel- Jatharia, Brandon CWRS wheat. Contact Trawin Seeds, 306-752-4060, Melfort, SK. bourg SK, 306-648-3511, 306-380-7769. www.trawinseeds.ca CERT. & REG. CDC Precision; AAC Spitfire. High germ. & 0% F.G., Fast Seed Farm Ltd., 306-463-3626, Kindersley, SK. FDN., REG. & CERT. CDC Alloy and Reg. & Cert. Transcend. Call Craswell Seeds Ltd., Strasbourg, SK., 306-725-3236. CERT. AAC SPITFIRE, excellent germ & vigour, 0% fus gram. Myles 306-648-8337, Gravelbourg, SK., www.foxfamilyfarm.ca CERTIFIED AAC SPITFIRE, CDC Precision, CDC Alloy and Transcend. Excellent quality. Please call 306-642-8666, Limerick, SK. Email: breisner@sasktel.net

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BARLEY REGISTERED/CERTIFIED #1: Summit Leggett, CDC Haymaker (Forage). Ardell Seeds Ltd., 306-668-4415, Vanscoy, SK. CERTIFIED #1: C.S. Camden. Lung Seeds Ltd. 306-368-2414, Lake Lenore, SK. FOUNDATION, REGISTERED & CERTIFIED AC Morgan, CDC Haymaker & Murphy, 0 fusarium. 780-405-8089, Tofield, AB. EXCELLENT QUALITY CERTIFIED #1 CS Camden, Summit, CDC Minstrel, CDC Ruffi a n , C D C O r r i n . F r e d e r i c k S e e d s , 306-287-3977, Watson, SK. CERT. CDC RUFFIAN, CDC Minstrel, AC Morgan. Van Burck Seeds, Star City, SK 306-863-4377. www.vanburckseeds.ca CERTIFIED #1, high germ: CS Camden, CDC Ruffian, CDC Morrison. Seed Source, Archerwill, SK., 306-323-4402. CERTIFIED #1 CDC Ruffian, AC Leggett & CDC Orrin. Fenton Seeds, 306-873-5438, Tisdale, SK. CERTIFIED CDC HAYMAKER. Hickseeds 306-354-7998 (Barry) or 306-229-9517 (Dale), Mossbank, SK. CDC NORSEMAN & CDC BOYER, CERTIFIED #1, 99% germ. Stoll’s Seed Barn Ltd., 306-493-7409, Delisle, SK. CERTIFIED Camden, Morgan, Baler and Haymaker. Trawin Seeds, 306-752-4060, Melfort, SK. www.trawinseeds.ca CERTIFIED CDC BALER, forage oat for sale, call Dennis at 306-231-7475, Humboldt, SK. CERTIFIED MORGAN, RUFFIAN, HAYMAKER, Kerber Seeds, 306-232-4474, Rosthern, SK.

CERT. SUNRAY TRITICALE. Nutrient densified for enhanced emergence and yield. 403-633-9999, www.fabianseedfarms.com NEW AAC DELIGHT, beardless spring. Nutrient densified for emergence & yield. 403-633-9999, www.fabianseedfarms.com

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TOP YIELDING CANOLA from Canterra Seeds. Check out yields in the seed guide and purchase from Lung Seeds Ltd. 306-368-2414, Lake Lenore, SK. HYBRID AND OPEN-POLLINATED canola varieties. Certified #1 Synergy (Polish), Dekalb & Rugby. Phone Fenton Seeds, 306-873-5438, Tisdale, SK.

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CERTIFIED #1 SHAW CWRS, high yielding. Pratchler Seeds Farm, 306-682-3317 or 306-231-5145, Muenster, SK. 403-556-2609 REGISTERED & CERTIFIED, AC Shaw VB, 0 fusarium. 780-405-8089, Tofield, AB. CERTIFIED CARDALE, AAC Redwater, CDC Utmost VB, CDC Landmark VB, Pasteur. CERT. #1 BETHUNE, 98% germ., 95% vigVan Burck Seeds, 306-863-4377, Star or. Sandercock Seed Farm, Balcarres SK., City, SK. www.vanburckseeds.ca 306-334-2958. AAC BRANDON CWRS, Cert. top quality CERTIFIED CDC GLAS. Nutrient densified seed, very high yielder and protein. Highly for enhanced emer gence and yield. recommended by growers. All inquiries 403-633-9999, www.fabianseedfarms.com welcome. Volume discounts. Gregoire Seed Farms Ltd., North Battleford, SK., cell CERTIFIED CDC SORREL. Van Burck 306-441-7851, 306-445-5516 or email: Seeds, 306-863-4377, Star City, SK. www.vanburckseeds.ca gregfarms@sasktel.net CERTIFIED CDC Landmark VB; CDC Plen- CERTIFIED CDC GLAS, $16/bu., test results tiful; CDC Utmost VB. Craswell Seeds Ltd., available, delivery available. 403-634-1643, Enchant, AB. admin@cailliaufarms.ca Strasbourg, SK., 306-725-3236. www.cailliaufarms.ca NEW WHEAT KING! Certified #1 AAC B r a n d o n , 9 8 % g e r m . N a ko n e c h n y CERTIFIED GLAS and CDC Sorrel flax. Trawin Seeds, 306-752-4060, Melfort, SK. Seeds, 306-932-4409, Ruthilda, SK. www.trawinseeds.ca AAC JATHARIA VB, certified #1, 99% g e r m . S t o l l ’ s S e e d B a r n L t d . , CERT. CDC Sanctuary, CDC Sorrel, CDC Bethune, AAC Bravo. Fraser Farms, Pambrun, 306-493-7409, Delisle, SK. SK, 306-741-0475, foc@sasktel.net AAC ELIE, CWRS, CERT. top quality seed, sister wheat to AAC Brandon. Very high CERTIFIED #1 CDC Sorrel, AAC Bravo. yielder with high protein. Positive reviews Fenton Seeds, 306-873-5438, Tisdale, SK. from growers. All inquires welcome. Volume discounts. Gregoire Seed Farms Ltd, CDC GLAS, Reg., Cert., top quality seed. North Battleford, SK., cell 306-441-7851, High yield, exc. standability, easy to harvest. Great reviews from customers. In306-445-5516. gregfarms@sasktel.net quiries welcome. Gregoire Seed Farms REGISTERED CARBERRY HARD Red Spring Ltd., North Battleford, SK., 306-441-7851 Wheat, $10.75/bu., 1000 Kernel Weight = or 306-445-5516. gregfarms@sasktel.net 42.14, 98% germ., 0 fus., test results available, delivery available. 403-634-1643, CERTIFIED CDC SORREL, high germ., large Enchant, AB. admin@cailliaufarms.ca seed. Call 306-642-8666, Limerick, SK. Email: breisner@sasktel.net www.cailliaufarms.ca CERTIFIED #1: AAC Brandon, AAC Came- CERTIFIED #1: CDC Glas & CDC Bethune. ron VB & Carberry. Lung Seeds Ltd. Call Lung Seeds Ltd. 306-368-2414, Lake Lenore, SK. 306-368-2414, Lake Lenore, SK. Cert. CDC LANDMARK VB: high yielding, CERTIFIED # 1 CDC GLAS - The variety to midge resistance, semi-dwarf, 99% germ., grow! Top yield, excellent lodging resis0% disease. Printz Family Seeds, Gravel- tance. 306-290-7816, Blaine Lake, SK. bourg, SK., 306-648-3511, 306-380-7769. EXCELLENT QUALITY CERTIFIED #1: AC Andrew, SY Rowyn, Faller, Penhold & A AC S a d a s h . C a l l F r e d e r i c k S e e d s , 306-287-3977, Watson, SK. CERTIFIED CDC Blackstrap, earliest black bean, direct harvest, high yield, excellent disease pkg.; CDC Super Jet & CDC Jet also available. Martens Charolais & Seed, 204-534-8370, Boissevain, MB. TOP QUALITY CERTIFIED alfalfa and grass CERT. NSC StarCity, NSC Leroy Soybeans. seed. Call Gary or Janice Waterhouse Va n B u r c k S e e d s , S t a r C i t y, S K . 306-863-4377. www.vanburckseeds.ca 306-874-5684, Naicam, SK. CERTIFIED ALGONQUIN ALFALFA Seed and CERTIFIED Snowbird fababeans & Amarilgrass blends, $2.50/lb, bulk discounts, all lo Peas. Call Trawin Seeds, 306-752-4060, blends available, delivery available. Please Melfort, SK. www.trawinseeds.ca call 403-634-1643, www.cailliaufarms.ca CERTIFIED #1: SNOWBIRD. Call Lung admin@cailliaufarms.ca Enchant, AB. Seeds Ltd. 306-368-2414, Lake Lenore, SK. CERTIFIED #1 MULTI-LEAF and creeping root alfalfa seed variety, $2.75/lb., volume discounts, pre-inoculated (in 50 lb. bags). Delivery available. 204-642-2572, Riverton, MB.

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CERTIFIED CDC MARBLE, dark speckled; Certified CDC 4371-4, red. Call Grant, Semans, SK. 306-746-7336, 306-524-4339, 306-746-8070.

TRANSITIONAL ORGANIC WHEAT Seed, great for organic farmers. 1900 bu. bin run, tested at germination of 95% and vigor at 86%, vomi less than 0.3 ppm. $9/bu. OBO. CERT. CDC GREENSTAR, CDC Impulse, Pickup or delivery can be arranged. Call/ CDC Proclaim, CDC Maxim, CDC Redmoon. text 306-250-5654 for more info. Saska98% germ, 0% disease. Fraser Farms, Pam- toon, SK. dale.smith@pro-cert.org brun, SK. 306-741-0475. foc@sasktel.net CDC MARBLE, reg. #1, 99% germ., exc. quality! Limited supply. Nakonechny Seeds, 306-932-4409, Ruthilda,SK. TOP QUALITY ALFALFA, variety of grasses and custom blends, farmer to farmer. Gary Waterhouse 306-874-5684, Naicam, SK. APHANOMYCES RESISTANCE Cert. CDC Blackstrap black bean, early maturity, high yield; Cert. & Reg. CDC Greenwater, Cert. CDC Striker Peas. Martens Charolais and Seed, 204-534-8370, Boissevain, MB.

COMMON CERTIFIED ORGANIC Alfalfa (tap rooted), common cert. organic Red and common cert. organic Alsike Clover, 50 lb. bags. 306-382-1299, Saskatoon, SK.

REGISTERED/CERTIFIED #1: AAC Ardill, CDC Inca, CDC Spectrum, CDC Limerick (green), CDC Proclaim Lentil (red). Ardell Seeds Ltd., 306-668-4415, Vanscoy, SK.

CANADA COMMON #1 multi-leaf and creeping root Alfalfa seed varieties, $2.25/lb. Volume discounts, pre-inoculated (in 50 lb. bags). Delivery available. 204-642-2572, Riverton, MB.

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BANTRY SEED CLEANING Ltd., Tilley, AB. has Common #1 Alfalfa seed blend. Seed testing certificates available. NEW to 2018 we are now offering a grass pasture b l e n d . C a l l n ow t o p r e b o o k ! D e r e k 403-633-0520 or Hans 403-501-1306. ALFALFA, BROME, TIMOTHY, Red Prozo and Crown Millet. Cleaned and bagged. Phone 204-685-2376, Austin, MB.

FDN. & CERT. CDC Spectrum; CDC Amaril- ALFALFA: TAPROOT, COMMON #1, 3 valo. High germ. & 0% disease. Fast Seed riety blend, 96-98% germ. 25 kg bags or Farm Ltd., 306-463-3626, Kindersley, SK. 1 0 0 0 k g m i n i b u l k s . C a l l R e g G r e ve CERTIFIED #1 CDC Spectrum, CDC Acer 306-528-4610, Lanigan, SK. (Maple), CDC Amarillo and CDC Meadow. COMMON #1 TIMOTHY, orchard grass, Fenton Seeds, 306-873-5438, Tisdale, SK. meadow brome and tall fescue. Delivery REGISTERED & CERTIFIED yellow pea available. Call 204-642-2572, Riverton, MB seed, CDC Amarillo. 306-642-8666, Limerick, SK. Email: breisner@sasktel.net ALFALFAS/ CLOVERS/ GRASSES, hay blends and pasture blends. Custom blends CERTIFIED CDC AMARILLO. Van Burck no charge. Free delivery. Dyck Forages & Seeds, Star City, SK. 306-863-4377. Grasses Ltd., Elie, MB, 1-888-204-1000. www.vanburckseeds.ca Visit us at www.dyckseeds.com CDC AMARILLO, CDC INCA, certified #1, excellent quality! N a ko n e c h n y Seeds, 306-932-4409, Ruthilda, SK. ABARTH, CDC SPECTRUM, AAC Carver HAY BLENDS AND PASTURE BLENDS, certified yellow peas, very good quality. no charge custom blends. Dyck Forages & Grasses Ltd., Elie, MB. Free delivery. 306-843-2934, Wilkie, SK. www.herle.ca 1-888-204-1000, www.dyckseeds.com

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CERTIFIED CDC INCA, CDC Greenwater, CDC Mosaic. Call Grant, 306-746-7336, 306-524-4339, 306-746-8070, Semans, SK CERTIFIED AAC ARDILL yellow peas. Call Hickseeds 306-354-7998 (Barry) or 306-229-9517 (Dale), Mossbank, SK. CERTIFIED #1: CDC Limerick. Lung Seeds Ltd. 306-368-2414, Lake Lenore, SK. GREEN PEAS, yellow pea prices down, try new green pea varieties! CDC Limerick, CDC Greenwater & CDC Spruce. Select, Fdn., Reg. and Cert. Ask about CDC Forest. Gregoire Seed Farms Ltd, North Battleford, SK., cell 306-441-7851 or 306-445-5516. gregfarms@sasktel.net

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REG. & CERTIFIED CDC Calvi (itchless), h i g h y i e l d e r. F a s t S e e d F a r m L t d . , MARROWFAT PEA SEED (common) for sale, 91% germ. Call or text for details. 306-463-3626, Kindersley, SK. 403-528-0085, Medicine Hat, AB. CERTIFIED CDC CALVI. Phone Grant at 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 , GLYPHOSATE 1 SOYBEANS: Top yields, delivered. Common #1. Keep your own 306-524-4339, Semans, SK seed! Call Norcan Seeds, 204-372-6552, CERTIFIED #1: CDC Calvi & CDC Cibo. 204-739-3519. Fisher Branch, MB. CERTIFIED CDC Impulse CL; CDC Maxim Call Lung Seeds Ltd. 306-368-2414, Lake CL; and CDC Redcliff. Craswell Seeds Ltd., Lenore, SK. Strasbourg, SK., 306-725-3236.

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CERTIFIED CDC GREENSTAR, CDC Impulse. Please call 306-642-8666, Limerick, SK. Email: breisner@sasktel.net CERT. CDC IMPULSE Clearfield red lentil, best in it’s class. 306-843-2934, Wilkie, SK. www.herle.ca

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WANTED: FEED BARLEY Buffalo Plains Cattle Company is looking to purchase barley. For pricing and delivery dates, call Kristen 306-624-2381, Bethune, SK.

NUVISION COMMODITIES is currently purchasing feed barley, wheat, peas and milling oats. 204-758-3401, St. Jean, MB.

LACKAWANNA PRODUCTS CORP. Buyers and sellers of all types of feed grain and grain by-products. Contact Bill Hajt or CANADA C h r i s t o p h e r L e n t at 3 0 6 - 8 6 2 - 2 7 2 3 . WANTED: OFF-GRADE PULSES, oil seeds clent@lpctrade.com bhajt@lpctrade.com and cereals. All organic cereals and specialty crops. Prairie Wide Grain, Saskatoon, TO P PRICES SK., 306-230-8101, 306-716-2297.

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200 ROUND ALFALFA/GRASS mixed bales, 1100 lbs. each, mostly net wrapped, about 50 are twined, 3 cents/lb. Please call 2 USED RADIAL 18.4/38, $200 each; 2 R.580/80.42 Michelin, $250 each, recent KORNUM WELL DRILLING, farm, cottage 204-922-0227, Ste Rose du Lac, MB. take offs. 204-476-6907, Neepawa, MB. and acreage wells, test holes, well rehabilitation, witching. PVC/SS construction, ex20.8x42 CLAMP-ON DUALS with rods and pert workmanship and fair pricing. 50% spacers, for triples, taken off 9370 Case government grant now available. Indian tractor, $8000. Call A.E. Chicoine Farm Head, SK., 306-541-7210 or 306-695-2061 POLY TANKS: 15 to 10,000 gal.; Bladder Equipment, 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK. tanks from 220 to 88,000 gallon; Water and liquid fertilizer; Fuel tanks, single and double wall; Truck and storage, gas or dsl. Wilke Sales, 306-586-5711, Regina, SK.

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RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF EAGLE CREEK No. 376 requires a full-time grader operator and a seasonal maintenance operator. Grader operator employment to commence as soon as possible. Seasonal maintenance operator duties to begin May 1, 2018. The applicants must have a valid driver’s license (5A preferred). Experience on a back hoe is an asset. Work to include installing culverts, signage, repairs and other duties as required. The R.M. provides the S.A.R.M. benefits package. Interested applicants please submit a detailed resume including qualifications, past work experience, salary expectations, and three work related references by 4:00 PM March 26, 2018. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. R.M. of Eagle Creek No. 376, Box 278, Asquith, SK., S0K 0J0, Phone: 306-237-4424, Fax: 306-237-4294, Email: rm376eaglecreek@xplornet.ca

FULL TIME FARM LABOURER, general farm duties include: daily barn checks, operate and maintain farm equipment, barns & machinery. Class 5 driver's license required, able to work independently & self-motivated, must be willing to work some evenings & weekends. Wages based on experience. Call: 780-887-0351 or 780-893-8225. Email: hmturkeyfarm@outlook.com FARM RANCH-HAND OR COUPLE. Located an hour North of Regina we are looking for a dependable, honest, self-starter ranchhand or couple to work full-time on a cow/ calf operation. Ability to work flexible hrs. is a must and prior experience in livestock handling, or agricultural setting is preferred, but will train the right candidate. Employment is available to start immediately. Salary to be negotiated with experience and abilities. Will provide an ATV, allowance for owned equipment. Accommodation will be determined on basis of person(s) hired, options available. Skills required: Cattle experience in handling treating, calving & tagging. Basic mechanical skills, Class 1 license is an asset, but valid driver's licence a must. Operation of basic machinery (loaders, hay equip., hauling, feeding equip.). Welding skills are an asset. 403-308-4200, 403-485-1324, NEW ZEALAND & AUSTRALIA farm work. Dairy, sheep, crop, beef. 4-12 mths. International Rural Exchange, 306-489-4407. WANTED FULL-TIME Farm Help for upcoming season. Could develop into permanent position. Wage negotiable depending on experience. House available. Located in Vulcan County, AB. Spanish language an asset but not necessary. Call Frank 403-899-3261 or e-mail: arosso@telus.net CARETAKER REQUIRED. Scenic ranch south of Longview, AB requires couple to fill caretaker role. Lawncare, livestock feeding, & general supervision in exchange for housing. Ideal for retired couple with farm background. 403-651-7912. FULL-TIME GRAIN FARM MANAGER on a large grain operation in the Eddystone, MB. area. Competitive salary, housing and other incentives are available! Please call or text Steve at 204-805-1197, or email: steve.manning@samc.ag FARM LABOURER REQUIRED for livestock operation. Duties include: operating, maintaining seeding & harvesting equip. Smoke free enviro., $17/hr. Housing avail. Lyle Lumax, 204-525-2263, Swan River, MB. FARM/RANCH HELP IN Central, AB. Large Cattle/Grain Operation is accepting resume's for herdsperson/equipment operator. Must have ag background. Good wages for experienced person. Housing available on site. Available Immediately. Submit resume with farm related work references by fax to: 780-376-0000 or Email to: marie@rawesranches.com 780-376-2241, www.rawesranches.com WANTED: Farm Equipment Operators, experience required. Full-time available for the right person. Class 1A not required but an asset. Competitive wages. For more information phone Mike, 306-469-7741 or Justin, 306-469-0105, Big River, SK. FARM & RANCH HELP Wanted in southern Saskatchewan. Must have some experience and drivers licence is an asset. 306-537-2624.

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WANTED: ENERGETIC physically fit couple to operate/maintain our lodge NE of Edmonton, AB. in remote isolated area, from June to September. Responsibilities include but not limited to: Greeting and transporting guests by boat, maintaining lodge, cabins and all associated equipment, including: ATV’s, boats & chainsaws. HELPER WANTED ON mixed farm. Steady E-mail resume to: esgc@telusplanet.net job for right person. Room and board avail. 780-594-1254. Must have boaters license. 403-631-2373, 403-994-0581, Olds, AB.

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TOP LEFT: A ewe nuzzles her minute-old lamb. TOP RIGHT: A snow-covered ewe feeds near the barn on a -18 C day. BOTTOM LEFT: Robert Walter watches as pregnant ewes run toward the troughs for a meal of barley before being let into the barn for the night. BELOW: Ewes and new lambs stay warm in the barn. BOTTOM RIGHT: Gideon Stahl carries a minute-old lamb with the ewe following to the warmth of the barn.

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Cattle herd shows slight increase Slightly fewer beef heifers were held for breeding compared to last year but the number of steers rose 2.1 percent BY BARB GLEN LETHBRIDGE BUREAU

Cattle numbers as of Jan. 1 this year were up slightly over January 2017 numbers, according to Statistics Canada’s livestock inventory figures released March 6. There were 11.6 million cattle on farms as of Jan. 1, a 0.9 percent increase over the previous year but still 22 percent less than the peak recorded in January 2005. The number of hogs was up 2.7 percent from the year previous, at 14.3 million animals. Sheep also saw an increase of 2.8 percent, totalling 836,900 animals, Statistics Canada said. Further to the cattle numbers, there were slightly fewer beef heifers held for breeding compared to last year but the number of steers rose 2.1 percent and feeder heifer numbers were up 1.1 percent compared to the same time last year. “International exports decreased 16.3 percent to 640,900,” StatsCan said. “Export demand for Canadian cattle may have been dampened by growth in the U.S. cattle herd. The United States Department of Agriculture reported that on Jan. 1, 2018, the American cattle and calf inventory was 0.7 percent higher than on the same date in 2017.” On the dairy side, StatsCan reported a domestic herd increase of 2.7 percent, with 1.4 million cows and

Canadian producers had 11.6 million cattle as of Jan. 1, which is 22 percent less than the peak recorded in January 2005. | MIKE STURK PHOTO heifers on Canadian operations. Alberta figures show a slight year over year increase in total cattle numbers, with 4.75 million animals compared to 4.73 million in 2017.

Saskatchewan numbers also increased, sitting at 2.25 million compared to 2.24 million in January 2017. Manitoba also saw an increase to 1.06 million (1.05 mil-

lion last year). As for hogs, the numbers were up for the fifth consecutive year. Inventories have risen 12.4 percent since Jan. 1, 2013, StatsCan reported.

Those animals were raised on roughly the same number of farms. Canada exported 5.6 million hogs in 2017, down by 0.1 percent compared to 2016 and down 44 percent from the 2007 export peak. Domestic slaughter increased 1.6 percent, with 21.8 million killed in Canadian plants. Manitoba increased its hog herd by 4.5 percent, year over year, with numbers at 3.45 million as of Jan. 1. That compares to 3.34 million in January 2017. Alberta and Saskatchewan had slight increases in hog numbers, with Alberta at 1.515 million (1.49) and Saskatchewan with 1.07 million (1.05). British Columbia increased its hog numbers by 5.8 percent, recording 91,000 head compared to 86,000 in 2017. For sheep, the Canadian increase was the first one in five years, StatsCan said. There were 1.5 percent more ewes and 6.5 percent more replacement lambs. Market lamb numbers also rose by 5.1 percent. Manitoba led the way in the percentage increase of 14.8 percent, though it has lower total numbers, at 93,000 head, compared to Saskatchewan and Alberta. Alberta had 140,000 sheep as of Jan. 1 (138,000 in January 2017) and Saskatchewan had 86,000 (85,000 in 2017.) barb.glen@producer.com

Animal activists still focused on meat consumption BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

HOUSTON, Texas — Animal activists may wear business suits, but their goal remains the same. “Activism looks a lot different than it did in the Seventies and Eighties. It used to be very extreme,” said Hannah Thompson-Weeman of the Animal Agriculture Alliance, which monitors activists’ activities and supports the livestock and meat sector. Groups like the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals and others were not taken seriously in t h e e a r l y d ay s w h e n m o d e l s appeared wearing lettuce bikinis to support animal rights, so groups adopted a more professional image. “Make no mistake, their end game is the same. They just transitioned to this strategy,” she said at the International Livestock Congress held in Houston, Texas, from Feb. 28 to March 1. Activists have become more engaged in the animal welfare conversation and often target large

scale production practices like egg or pork production. Well-funded and media savvy, groups seek to stop using animals for meat, transportation or entertainment through legislation and public pressures. “They are very well funded, very strategic, very socially savvy activist organizations that we are up against as an industry,” she said. “No amount of education, engagement, farm tours are going to change their belief that what we are doing in animal agriculture is wrong.” Activist organizations in the United States bring in about $500 million a year, mostly from donations. “Of all this money they are bringing in, it is a minuscule amount, less than one percent that actually goes to on the ground helping animals in shelters or during disaster situations. The vast majority of those funds goes to lobbying, staffing and running campaigns,” she said Groups like PETA, Animal Liberation Front, Humane Society of the

United States, Mercy for Animals and Factory Farming Awareness Coalition promote veganism. They collaborate on projects where funds and staff move freely between the organizations. The HSUS funds the Good Food Institute to promote “clean meat,” which has been cultured in a laboratory, or plant-based meat. HSUS has supported chefs who encourage people to eat less meat and put plant-based options on their menus. It is also working with high schools and college campuses to advocate plant-based diets. Less than three percent of the U.S. population is vegan, but when the general public is looking for information it is difficult to sort through what is being presented through social media or other sources. Considerable effort went into seeking legislative changes but the new trend is to go after corporations because the results are faster. HSUS launched a major campaign against Costco to influence the company to offer cage free eggs. An egg supplier in Pennsylvania

was targeted in an undercover video but Costco said it would support the company. The pressure intensified and Costco agreed to supply cage-free eggs. Between 2012 and 2013, many companies adopted similar policies due to public pressure but the stores struggle to find enough supply and sales of the more expensive specialty eggs are sluggish. Cage-free production in the U.S. provides 12 to 15 percent of total supply. There are about 35 million cagefree layers, which is a large increase since 2014, but about 229 million birds are needed to meet demand. Another trend among the more activist groups involves trespassing and break-ins on farms and plants. For a time, activists were hired to get jobs on farms and then produce undercover videos. Farms are screening prospective employees better so now some activist groups break in and in some cases steal animals or do damage. “They think they are doing the right thing and think if it plays out in the courts, they will be vindicat-

ed,” she said. The livestock sector also has responsibilities. It has to be beyond reproach and not allow any lapse in welfare standards. A farm can conduct self-audits and should be able to act quickly before things go wrong. “Employees in plants and on farms are a huge vulnerability for our industry, so be very careful in hiring and training and making sure everyone has no excuse not to know the philosophy on animal care and what is appropriate and what to do if they have concerns,” she said. The alliance advises farms to be transparent and develop an online presence on Facebook, have a website, join Twitter and Instagram and provide updates on actions taken. It also suggested that farmers host open houses or provide virtual tours, be available to media and regularly meet with customers all the way up the food chain. barbara.duckworth@producer.com

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Miguel de Cervantes has it right. “Tis a dainty thing to command, though twere but a flock of sheep,” he wrote in Don Quixote. T h e a u t h o r m ay h av e b e e n speaking metaphorically, but making sheep go where desired can indeed be a delicate matter. It can be managed once people realize sheep are smart and adept at reading what they view as potential threats. “I believe sheep are one of the easiest animals to handle if you understand them,” said livestock handling expert Jennifer Woods, who has her own flock of Southdown sheep that just finished lambing. Science supports her view that sheep are smart. In England, there’s a documented case of sheep that have learned to lie down and roll across cattle guards so they could get into nearby gardens. They can also recognize faces, those of people as well as those of other sheep. A British study at the University of Cambridge, noted on Royal Society Open Science, described how researchers trained eight sheep to recognize the photos of four celebrities, among them actress Emma Watson and former United States president Barack Obama. “The results of our study show that sheep have advanced facerecognition abilities, similar to those of humans and non-human primates. Sheep are able to recognize familiar and unfamiliar human faces,” said researchers in their conclusion. Woods noted an Australian study in which sheep learned and remembered how to navigate a complex maze, easily outdoing cattle in tests. Sheep also selfmedicate by seeking out plants that make them feel better or address a nutritional need. “Sheep are actually smarter than people often give them credit for,” said Woods during a sheep handling session organized Feb. 28 by Alberta Lamb Producers. “Once you understand their behaviour, you will be able to handle them effectively.” As prey animals, sheep have two main motivators: food and fear. Their reaction to the latter motivator is to flee, and their strong herd instinct generally means they run away in a tight-knit group. Sheep do not like walking downhill, changes in footing or walking toward solid walls, said Woods, so handling techniques and facilities should be designed to avoid those stressors. Sheep have a good range of vision. Their elongated heads and eye location allows them to see even while grazing. Their monocular vision, unlike humans’ binocular vision, is an advantage for spotting predators and other threats but it also affects depth perception. Woods said that’s why sheep will lower their heads to gauge the depth of a puddle or a step, and it’s also why they lose depth perception when they are moving. Shadows, puddles and elevation changes are thus a major

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impediment to smooth sheep movement. Producers should also be aware that heavy wool around the head will further impede the animals’ vision so handling has to be adjusted accordingly. Woods discussed the importance of understanding the sheep flight zone. Moving in on a herd too quickly or coming too close is likely to cause problems. But even when the handler is doing everything right, sheep tend to jog or run away. “It is kind of a sheep thing. They don’t always walk quietly like cattle do.” The size of a sheep’s flight zone is determined by: • amount of contact with people • quality of human contact • genetics • familiarity • offspring • current environment Woods said flight zones will be smaller if sheep have a quiet, familiar handler, and will also be smaller when they are in a familiar environment. Some breeds tend to be higher strung than others, she added. Common sheep-handling mistakes include moving too quickly, waving arms and trying to move too many animals at once. Woods said it can be faster to move sheep in several smaller groups rather than attempt to move an entire flock. Controlling the lead animal is key because sheep will not respond well when pushed from the back. She also cautioned against attempting a rush tactic to force sheep into a gate, pen or trailer. “Just get the main core group moving and most of the time everybody else will come along.” Sheep must never be kicked, struck or slammed by gates, nor should they be handled by grabbing wool, which can cause carcass damage. If things go wrong and the sheep go someplace other than intended, it might be best for the handler to take a break before making another attempt. “If you have 15 minutes to move sheep, it will take you an hour. If you

have an hour to move sheep, it will take you 15 minutes,” said Woods. She gave specific advice on handling rams, which can be dangerous if mishandled. Bottle-raised rams in particular can be dangerous because they

tend to butt, press their heads against people and push. Ram lambs should never be allowed to jump on people, no matter how cute their behaviour, said Woods. Bottleraised rams should be castrated. Rams should not live alone

because boredom can lead them to bash buildings, jump fences and butt people or other animals. Wethers or goats can be suitable companions for lone rams. barb.glen@producer.com

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Trade disruptions threaten U.S. meat exports The American beef sector says it will lose ground by not being part of the new Trans-Pacific Partnership agreement DID YOU KNOW?

BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

HOUSTON, Texas — U.S. beef and pork exports were worth a record $14 billion last year, but trade disputes and regulations could diminish inroads made into foreign markets. Outside of Canada and Mexico, Asia offers huge opportunities because those markets accept products that are not commonly consumed in North America. The top markets for American beef and pork in value and volume are Japan, South Korea, Mexico, China and Canada. Japan is the jewel in the crown as the United States’ best beef and pork customer. Without membership in the Trans-Pacific Partnership, the U.S. must pay considerably higher duties compared to the 11 members who signed the new agreement earlier this year, said Dan Halstrom, president of the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). The federation is a non-profit organization that promotes meat sales internationally and has operated for more than 40 years in 18 regions around the world. “Under the TPP we had the perfect scenario negotiated where at the time of implementation of TPP we would have gone to par with Australia,” he said at the International Livestock Congress held in Houston Feb. 28-March 1.

• Canada exported about 7,800 tonnes of beef to China in 2017, a 34 percent improvement over 2016, and 21,618 tonnes to Hong Kong, which is down slightly. • Mexico received 17,105 tonnes, a five percent improvement over 2016. • By contrast, the U.S. accepted 289,305 tonnes of Canadian beef. Sources: Statistics Canada and Alberta Agriculture

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Australia is a member of the TPP, but it already has a free trade agreement with Japan. The normal inbound duty is 38.5 percent for all imported beef, while Australia pays 27 percent. That is going to come down every year until it reaches nine percent. The

same reduction was offered to all TPP members. Pork sausage duties are 10 percent going to Japan and will be zero under the TPP. If sabre rattling continues over the future of the North American Free Trade Agreement and the pact

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ends, new tariffs could be imposed by Canada and Mexico. Trade with Canada and Mexico amounted to $4.1 billion last year. Mexico imported $1.8 billion worth of beef and $2.3 billion worth of pork. Probably half of U.S. hams are exported to Mexico, which also takes products such as beef rounds, skirts, tongues and lips. About 80 percent of beef lips go to Mexico each year, where they are worth about $4 a pound. If NAFTA fails it will have a major impact on shipments of beef and pork to Canada and Mexico. Mexican tariffs on pork could be 20 percent for most items and 20 to 25 percent on beef. Canada has no duty on pork but charges 26 percent on beef. “You will see a devaluation over night, depending on what kind of duty they put on in Mexico and Canada, especially on the end cuts,” he said. “The end cuts on the beef side scares the heck out of me if something happens to NAFTA.” The agreement needs updating to adopt online business and e-commerce and resolve issues in some other sectors. “Let’s not renegotiate at the expense of agriculture because it works for agriculture, especially on beef and pork,” he said. The U.S. needs exports. There could be record beef production in 2018, while pork and chicken have established records for the last three years. “Domestic consumption is increasing (and) international business is increasing so this is a pretty good recipe to add value to the production chain back to the feedlot guy, back to the cow-calf guy,” he said. The total value of beef exports was$286.38 per head in 2017 for export. Exports add $53.47 to the value of each hog sold. When the U.S. was forced out of the market in 2003 after the discovery of BSE, world trade continued without it.

“We have issues that come up that are out of our control ,but the supply and demand dynamics in the world never changed,” Halstrom said. “The reality is North America and South America have the supply and the world is growing and the demand is growing.” While some established markets are in jeopardy, exporters are working to get more beef and pork into China, said Joel Haggard of the USMEF. China is the world’s largest importer of beef, pork, lamb and dairy products. It is a fastidious customer, and since the U.S. regained access last year, it is selling five to 10 containers a week to China, while 115 containers a month go to Hong Kong. The federation was active in China in 2003 and had 66 percent of the market share, but now it is about one percent. “We have made the initial beach landing for U.S. beef in China, but it has not been easy,” said Haggard. China stipulates no growth hormones, no beta agonists, beef from cattle younger than 30 months, full traceability and bilingual labelling. Five thousand to 6,000 American cattle per week are eligible for China right now out of a fed cattle slaughter of 400,000 per week. China is the number one destination for beef from Argentina, Uruguay and Brazil. Australia is also a firmly established competitor and has a trade agreement and pays below the 24 percent tariff on beef charged to everyone else. New Zealand had the first free trade agreement and is at zero duties and pays a value added tax. “Australia dominates the beef marketing space,” Haggard said. “They do an excellent job.” Australia has been marketing aggressively for years and stepped in when the U.S. and Canada were shut out because of BSE. Australia has built sound relationships with Asian nations and is keen to meet their requirements. “For us, Australian meat is a target, but there is a lot of work to be done,” he said. “China has investments in the Australian beef sector.” Australia is also shipping live cattle to China, but the number is small because of considerable regulations. China faced a number of food safety scandals in the past and now over-regulates, said Haggard. “It seems every week there is some kind of new requirement.” barbara.duckworth@producer.com

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Speckle Park cattle pay visit to Texas ranch The breed, which was developed in Saskatchewan and recognized in 2006, was a big hit at a recent show in Houston BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

H O U S T O N , Te x a s — W h e n Brandy Barnes saw Speckle Park cattle on display at the National Western Stock Show in Denver, Colorado, she decided they would be welcome on her Texas ranch. So now, four heifers from Notta Ranch in Saskatchewan are living at Wortham, Texas, three hours north of Houston. “They are pretty cool and I just love them,” she said from her stall at the Houston Livestock Show where her family was showing Brahmans. Her family has been in that business for 70 years and the Speckle Parks were not what she was used to. They arrived with heavy black and white speckled hair coats and one had frostbitten ears. She admits to knowing next to nothing about them and is curious

about how they might fare this summer when daytime temperatures can rise above 35 C with high humidity for 30 straight days. She judges them to be maternal cattle that grade well. “All four of the females have lots of meat to them and lots of bone. They don’t look hard doing with yield and carcass but they still look feminine enough,” she said. During the Houston show, everyone walking by her stall stopped and whipped out their cellphones to get a picture. “Everybody that walks down this aisle and stops,” she said. “Nobody takes pictures of anything else in our pens.” Jason Goodfellow of Notta Ranch owns the four heifers in partnership with Hidden Valley, Greenhaven and Six Star Speckle Park from Australia. Together they form Global Elite Speckle Park and intend to expand

the breed in the United States by selling embryos and semen. “We are going to try and have a show here next year,” he said. Houston requires at least 35 head to have a show. This group of heifers will be lent to juniors, who can exhibit them in a program called “I’m in it to win it” show series that starts now and continues until the end of the year. That should give the cattle some exposure along with other promotion work underway. The heifers will also be flushed later. Notta Ranch also had bull calf champion at Canadian Western Agribition in Regina. The bull is having semen drawn in Montana and it will go to Brahman breeders in Texas and South America. The plan is to produce a group of F1 crosses from a Brahman-Speckle Park mating with the intention of improv-

Brandy Barnes of Texas is hosting Speckle Park heifers at her Texas ranch. | BARBARA DUCKWORTH PHOTO ing meat yield and quality. These are called Brockles that maintain the black-and-white colouring as well as some Brahman characteristics. There are about 8,000 in Australia as well as some major commercial operations with thousands of head. Embryos have also gone to England.

“If you planned it, it wouldn’t have worked out as good as it has,” Goodfellow said. Speckle Park was developed in Saskatchewan and was recognized as a distinct breed in 2006. barbara.duckworth@producer.com

Tumours in donkeys differ from those found in horses ANIMAL HEALTH

JAMIE ROTHENBURGER, DVM

onkeys are not small horses. These long-eared equids have their own unique biology, which includes differing health conditions. One key way donkeys differ from horses is the types of tumours they develop. These differences were highlighted by a 2016 study published in the Journal of Veterinary Diagnostic Investigation by Dr. Corrine Davis and colleagues. The researchers analyzed the records of five veterinary schools in Canada and the United States to identify cancer and tumours among donkeys. They pored over the records of 357 donkeys. The cases were either submitted to diagnostic laboratories for complete autopsy examination to determine cause of death or were tissue biopsies submitted by veterinarians to identify the type of a swelling or mass. Among this sample, about one-third of all donkeys had some type of tumour. The most common tumour in this group was sarcoids of the skin. In total, 91 donkeys had this tumour, which represented 72 percent of all tumours. This result is similar to horses, since sarcoids are the most common skin tumour to affect this species. Sarcoids occur as single or multiple skin masses that frequently ulcerate and bleed. These common skin tumours are thought to be caused by bovine papillomavirus infection in both donkeys and horses. Treatment may include surgery to remove the mass and supplemental therapy to modify the immune system and/or freeze the affected tissues. Although these skin tumours rarely spread to other organs, they can aggressively invade surround-

ing tissues and interfere with movement and tack placement. In this study, the average age of diagnosis was seven years old, although younger and older donkeys were also affected. The majority of sarcoids developed on the head and roughly half were near the eyes. In male donkeys, sarcoids were also frequently found in the groin regions. Male donkeys were also more likely to have sarcoids compared to females. The tendency for male donkeys to develop groin sarcoids differs from horses and is an important result. Donkey owners should include checks of the groin skin for tumours in their routine grooming and physical exams. Researchers also identified several other types of skin tumours, while tumours of the gastrointestinal tract and liver were rare and tended to affect older donkeys. Another key result of this study is that donkeys appear to be resistant to some types of tumours that commonly affect horses. For example, horses develop squamous cell carcinoma, a serious invasive skin cancer of the light-coloured skin of the eyes and genitals. There were no cases of this cancer in any of the donkeys in the study, suggesting that it is rare in this species. Another common horse skin cancer is melanoma in older grey horses. These tumours arise under the tail, genitals and near the eyes, lips and ears of affected horses and can spread. In donkeys, there were no cases described, even though their coat colour is also grey. Researchers speculate that this difference is due to selective breeding for grey colour among horses since melanoma appears to be a genetic condition of grey horses. Historically, donkey breeders have not aggressively pursued colour-based breeding in the same way horse breeders have and thus may have avoided perpetuating the genetic predisposition for melanoma. Finally, horses are prone to lymphoma, a systemic white blood cell cancer. Again, there were no cases

in any of the donkeys in this study and it has only been described rarely by other researchers. Overall, the results of this study support the idea that skin tumours are the most common type of

tumour to affect donkeys. If you find abnormal skin lumps and bumps, have these checked by your veterinarian at your donkey’s next checkup. The odds are it is a sarcoid, which may benefit from

early treatment. Dr. Jamie Rothenburger is a veterinarian who practices pathology and is an assistant professor at the University of Calgary’s Faculty of Veterinary Medicine. Twitter: @JRothenburger

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ANAHEIM, Calif. — A “paradigm shift” in U.S. farmer attitude occurred in late 2016. James Mintert, an agricultural economics professor at Perdue University, tracks farmer confidence in the agricultural economy through a monthly survey of 400 farmers across the nation. He targets growers with more than $500,000 in revenue, the eight percent of farmers who produce more than 80 percent of the nation’s food. The Perdue/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer started in the fall of 2015, which was not a good time in agriculture. The barometer hovered around the 100-point level until November of 2016, when something remarkable happened. The barometer suddenly bolted to 116 points from 92 points in October, a huge increase. Mintert was inundated with calls from reporters wondering what happened to cause such a sudden surge in farmer optimism. He told them he thought it was due to some large subsidy payments handed out by the U.S. Department of Agriculture in addition to strong yields bolstering revenues. But the barometer kept climbing, peaking at 153 points in January 2017 and it became obvious that Mintert had misread the situation. T h e re w a s a n o t h e r f a c t o r behind the growing optimism in farm communities around the country, and he has very bad hair. “People became a lot more positive about the ag economy following the November election of 2016,” he told delegates attend-

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U.S. President Donald Trump has promised to remove two old regulations for every new one that is introduced. The U.S. Department of Agriculture plans to eliminate 28 regulations this year. | REUTERS/KEVIN LAMARQUE PHOTO ing the 2018 Commodity Classic. Farmers were energized by the Nov. 8, 2016, election of Donald Trump as president of the United States. The barometer has tailed off a bit but it is still well above preelection levels, hitting 143 points in February. U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue has a theor y why Trump is so popular with the farm community. “I think this may be the most successful deregulation administration I’ve ever seen,” he said.

“I like to say he’s gone on a rat killing. He’s exterminating the vermin of burdensome regulations.” Shortly after he came to power, Trump rescinded the Water of the United States rule. Farmers despised the proposed rule because they thought it would infringe on their property rights. Perdue told growers that Trump has promised to remove two old regulations for every new one that is introduced, but in reality it has been more like 22. The USDA alone will eliminate

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28 regulations in 2018. Whether it is deregulation, big crops or improving market conditions, there is definitely a shift in farmer thinking. Mintert said 43 percent of growers surveyed in January 2018 thought their farm was financially worse off than it was the same time a year ago. While that doesn’t sound overly optimistic, it is way down from the high of 81 percent in August 2016. A n d 1 4 p e rc e n t o f s u r v e y respondents actually thought their farms were better off financially than a year ago, which is well above the low of three percent in July 2016.

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Canadian National Railway to replace chief executive officer BY BRIAN CROSS SASKATOON NEWSROOM

Canadian National Railway is looking for a new chief executive officer. The company’s board of directors announced March 5 that Luc Jobin, the company’s CEO since 2016, is leaving CN immediately. In a March 5 news release, CN said Jean-Jacques Ruest will serve as CN’s interim president and chief executive officer until a permanent replacement for Jobin is named.

Ruest has been with the company for 22 years, the last eight as executive vice-president and chief marketing officer. “The board believes the company needs a leader who will energize the team, realize CN’s corporate vision and take the company forward with the speed and determination CN is known for,” said board chair Robert Pace. Jobin’s departure comes as CN faces growing criticism from shippers, particularly grain companies, who say the railway’s record for

allocating cars has failed to meet expectations throughout much of the 2017-18 crop year. According to the Ag Transport Coalition, a coalition of grain shippers that claims to represent nearly 90 percent of the western Canadian grain moved by rail, CN supplied on time just 17 percent of hopper cars ordered in the week ending Feb. 24. Western Canadian farm groups are comparing the 2017-18 shipping year with the 2013-14, when a system-wide backlog slowed coun-

try grain movements and export grain shipments to a crawl. Bill C-49, proposed federal legislation that is expected to improve rail service for the grain industry, is currently working its way through Parliament. CN officials have conceded that the company’s performance has been hampered by unexpectedly strong demand in several sectors of the economy and harsh winter weather that has slowed train movements in some of the company’s key shipping corridors.

In response, the company has boosted capital spending and is bringing on new staff and locomotives. In its March 5 news release, CN conceded that it must respond with speed and innovation to address the “immediate operational and customer service challenges the company has been facing since fall 2017.” An international search for a new CEO is underway, CN said. brian.cross@producer.com

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Gross margin efficiency benchmarks are important tool PERSPECTIVES ON MANAGEMENT

TERRY BETKER

inancial ratios can be useful tools to analyze farm business performance. A great example of this is gross margin efficiency. Expressed as a ratio, gross margin efficiency measures how efficiently a farm uses specific, productive inputs. To demonstrate, the calculation looks like this: gross margin divided by gross revenue equals gross margin ratio. Gross margin is calculated by subtracting seed and seed treatment, chemicals, fertilizer and production insurance for grain operations and veterinary, medicines, feed and market animals (not breeding stock) for livestock operations from gross revenue and then dividing the number by gross revenue. The rule of thumb is to have a gross margin efficiency greater than or equal to 65 percent. This is a recognized industry standard and is relevant and applicable to a wide cross section of primary agriculture including grain and oilseeds, cow-calf, dairy, and special crops farms. All farmers make decisions relative to the amount of investment in the productive costs as identified above. Farmers can allocate these costs to different enterprises with absolute certainty. Financially, the objective is to get the most net profit (bottom line) possible every year. There are other variable expenses, such as fuel and repairs, and fixed expenses, such as rent, taxes, interest and depreciation, which are subtracted from gross revenue before net profit is realized. However, if the efficiency at the gross margin point of reference is chronically poor (less than 60 percent), it will be virtually impossible to get a satisfactory net profit. Gross margin efficiency is a first step in looking for ways to improve less-than-desired bottom line performance. The accompanying illustration looks at gross margin efficiency scores for a number of farms in an aggregate benchmark over a 10-year period. The blue bars are the farms in the top 25 percent quartile. You’ll see that in every year, the scores are greater than the industry standard. The yellow bars are the average of all the farms in the benchmark dataset. The range from the top 25 percent to average varies through the years with the greatest variance being 29.7 percent and the smallest being 13.3 percent. The simple average is 19.7 percent. In other words, a farm in the top 25 percent quartile will have $197,000 more gross margin than an average farmer for every $1 million of gross revenue. That will happen every year if the efficiency can be sustained. There is another, excellent application to gross margin efficiency. Farms that diversify and/or significantly expand generate increased gross

revenue. However, this does not always guarantee an increase in their bottom line performance. Expansion can lead to reduced efficiency. Maintaining, or even improving, gross margin efficiency through expansion or intergenerational transition is important. Theoretically, it makes sense to spread fixed expenses over increased production units. It is pointless, though, to farm more and more, but as a result, less and less efficiently. This scenario has more work, more capital and more risk but with no more profit. It doesn’t have to be that way. Gross margin efficiency can be managed. Analyzing year-overyear (trend line) gross margin efficiency performance will reveal potential problems so you can take

corrective action and continue to get the most from your operation. My last comment is very important. Benchmarks are just that : benchmarks. They provide context. They don’t make decisions. Some farms may not be able to achieve 65 percent for a number of reasons, such as location and soil type. If you’ve done everything you can to optimize gross margin efficiency and you can’t get it above 63 percent, for example, then make sure that future planning and investment is based off the profit that can be generated from that level of efficiency. Terry Betker is a farm management consultant based in Winnipeg. He can be reached at 204-782-8200 or terry.betker@backswath.com.

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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 Fed. inspections only Canada U.S. To date 2017 460,662 5,351,227 To date 2018 435,233 5,216,225 % Change 18/17 +5.8 +2.6

Man.

Alta.

B.C.

163-168 171-181 183-203 207-224 228-252 250-268

162-175 170-182 182-201 no sales no sales no sales

165-174 171-186 183-200 204-225 224-244 240-263

no sales 175-181 176-198 207-218 221-236 226-249

156-165 163-179 177-195 191-213 195-221 201-224

149-165 158-178 no sales no sales no sales no sales

157-169 166-180 178-196 194-211 205-226 211-237

159-171 171-180 171-196 189-210 200-214 no sales Canfax

Chicago Futures ($US/cwt)

Average Carcass Weight

$210 $205 $200 $195 2/9

2/16 2/23

3/2

3/9

Saskatchewan

Canfax Steers Heifers Cows Bulls

Mar 3/18 904 834 761 1,009

$205

$195 $190 2/9

2/16 2/23

3/2

3/9

Manitoba $210

YTD 18 909 834 746 970

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

Steers 126.17 126.35 n/a 203.00

YTD 17 914 825 737 1,054

Heifers 126.51 126.85 127.00 n/a

Feeders No. 1 (800-900 lb) Steers South Dakota 127.00-153.50 Billings n/a Dodge City 141.50

$205 $200 $195 $190 2/2

Mar 4/17 913 826 757 1,092

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

$200

$185 2/2

2/9

2/16 2/23

$250 $240

$220 2/5

2/12 2/16 2/26

3/5

3/12

3/5

3/12

3/5

3/12

3/2

Trend steady n/a n/a USDA

3/9

Cattle / Beef Trade

Canadian Beef Production million lb. YTD % change Fed 319.5 +7 Non-fed 73.9 +4 Total beef 393.4 +6 Canfax

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

EXCHANGE RATE MAR. 12 $1 Cdn. = $0.7795 U.S. $1 U.S. = $1.2829Cdn.

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

$275

Mar 3

Sask.

Alberta

$190 2/2

$260

#1 Durum 13.0

$220

2/9

#1 CWRS 13.5

$230

Saskatchewan

$200 2/2

Cash Price for SE Sask PDQinfo.ca

Exports % from17/18 53,493 (1) -26.2 20,286 (1) +55.0 280,305 (3) +3.9 379,949 (3) +5.7 Imports % from17/18 n/a (2) n/a 138,339 (2) +346.0 21,123 (4) -4.0 32,980 (4) -1.5

(1) to Feb 24/18 (2) to Dec 31/17 (3) to Dec 31/17 (4) to Mar 3/18

Agriculture Canada

Close Mar 9 Live Cattle Apr 123.13 Jun 114.30 Aug 111.65 Oct 114.40 Dec 117.50 Feeder Cattle Mar 142.53 Apr 143.15 May 144.65 Aug 149.75 Sept 150.63

Close Trend Mar 2

Year ago

$270 $265 $260 $255 2/5

2/12 2/16 2/26

#2 Yellow peas $235 $230 $225

122.18 114.40 112.10 114.65 116.93

+0.95 -0.10 -0.45 -0.25 +0.57

117.60 107.50 103.05 103.05 104.25

143.68 145.28 146.53 150.78 151.18

-1.15 -2.13 -1.88 -1.03 -0.55

127.48 126.68 125.78 127.43 126.98

$220 $215 2/5

2/12 2/16 2/26

Mar 8 US Choice (US$) 223.88 Feb 23 Cdn AAA (C$) n/a

Mar 1 Yr. ago 222.30 215.56 Feb 16 Yr. ago n/a n/a

Canola (cash -May)

Mar 5

Feb 20

Wool sheep 55-69 lb 2.40-2.60 2.37-2.55 70-85 lb 2.32-2.55 2.20-2.45 86-105 lb 1.95-2.35 1.92-2.30 > 106 lb 1.75-2.00 1.65-2.00 Beaver Hill Auction Services Ltd. Mar 5 Feb 26 New lambs 2.60-3.40 2.80-3.50 65-80 lb 2.63-3.33 2.80-3.03 80-95 lb 2.25-2.88 2.25-2.85 > 95 lb 2.50-2.68 2.20-2.36 > 110 lb 1.90-2.00 1.81-2.10 Feeder lambs 2.40-3.00 2.40-3.00 Sheep 1.20-1.45 1.20-1.40 Rams 1.30-1.80 1.30-1.65 Kids 90-150 90-150 Ontario Stockyards Inc. Shipping February Wool lambs <80 lb 2.15 Wool lambs 81-95 lb 1.85 Wool lambs 96-115 lb 1.60 Hair lambs <95 lb 1.80 Sask. Sheep Dev. Bd.

$520 $500

$460 2/2

U.S. Grain Cash Prices ($US/bu.) 2/9

2/16 2/23

3/2

3/9

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

$-15 $-20 $-25 2/2

2/9

2/16 2/23

3/2

3/9

Grain Futures Feed Wheat (Lethbridge) $250

Mar 9

Index 100 Hog Price Trends ($/ckg) Alberta $165 $160 $155 $150 $145 2/2

2/9

2/16 2/23

3/2

3/9

(Hams Marketing) Week ending Apr 07-Apr 14 Apr 21-Apr 28 May 05-May 12 May 19-May 26 Jun 02-Jun 09 Jun 16-Jun 23 Jun 30-Jul 07 Jul 14-Jul 21 Jul 28-Aug 04 Aug 11-Aug 18

Maple Leaf Thunder Sig 5 Creek Pork Mar 9 Mar 9 148.41-148.76 147.05-149.70 148.76-148.76 147.99-150.07 152.39-160.13 153.33-160.94 165.79-167.60 163.83-167.20 165.45-168.22 169.10-169.14 172.38-177.30 172.50-172.64 175.80-177.19 175.20-175.59 171.82-174.37 170.83-173.97 170.90-175.22 175.34-176.47 173.79-176.38 171.41-176.45

Export 118,868 (1) 379,806 (2) 1,285,336 (2)

$180

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

$170 $160 $150 2/9

2/16 2/23

3/2

3/9

(1) to Feb 24/18

(2) to Dec 31/17

Agriculture Canada

$170 $165 $160 2/16 2/23

3/2

3/9

Apr May Jun Jul

Close Mar 9 67.85 72.00 77.68 78.55

Close Mar 2 67.58 64.65 79.75 80.50

Trend +0.27 +7.35 -2.07 -1.95

Year ago 68.18 72.90 76.90 77.00

$230 $220 $210 2/2

2/9

2/16 2/23

3/2

3/9

Flax (elevator bid- S’toon) $475 $470 $465 $460 $455 2/2

2/9

2/16 2/23

3/2

Barley (cash) $250 $240 $230

2/9

2/16 2/23

3/2

3/9

Chicago Nearby Futures ($US/100 bu.)

Corn (May) $400

151.90 152.85

Alta. Index 100 Sask. Sig. 5

$380

Man. Index 100 Que. Index 100

162.00 160.89

$370 $360 2/5

2/12 2/16 2/26

3/5

3/12

*incl. wt. premiums

Soybeans (May) $1120

% from 17/18 -15.3 -6.8 +3.1

Import n/a 30,705 (3) 35,785 (3)

% from 17/18 n/a +7.6 +9.4

$1080 $1040 $1000 $960 2/5

2/12 2/16 2/26

3/5

3/12

Agriculture Canada

Oats (May)

Close Mar 9 78.78 67.20 62.23 66.25

Aug Oct Dec Feb

Close Mar 2 80.55 68.73 62.85 66.53

Trend -1.77 -1.53 -0.62 -0.28

Year ago 77.20 67.95 63.88 66.63

$280 $275

$265 $260 2/5

3/5

3/12

$630

ELEVATOR SHIPMENTS

-18.1 -16.7 -12.3 -12.7

517.90 521.70 499.50 504.90

Chicago Wheat ($US/bu.) May 4.9075 5.0925 Jul 5.0750 5.2325 Sep 5.2375 5.3750 Dec 5.4375 5.5575

-0.1850 -0.1575 -0.1375 -0.1200

4.3050 4.4650 4.6150 4.7975

Chicago Oats ($US/bu.) May 2.6275 2.6900 Jul 2.6475 2.6950 Sep 2.6400 2.6575

-0.0625 -0.0475 -0.0175

2.4600 2.3975 2.3625

Chicago Soybeans ($US/bu.) May 10.4100 10.7750 Jul 10.5100 10.8575 Aug 10.5225 10.8300 Sep 10.4175 10.5950

-0.3650 -0.3475 -0.3075 -0.1775

10.0600 10.1575 10.1700 10.0775

-0.46 -0.41 -0.37

32.12 32.39 32.48

Chicago Soy Meal ($US/short ton) May 370.4 393.2 -22.8 Jul 372.5 391.4 -18.9 Aug 370.4 386.3 -15.9

330.9 334.4 333.8

Chicago Soy Oil (¢US/lb.) May 31.75 32.21 Jul 31.99 32.40 Aug 32.10 32.47

YTD 8,098.4 12,803.4 5,288.5

Year Ago 4,740.4 13,759.5 4,740.4

Chicago Corn ($US/bu.) May 3.9075 3.8725 Jul 3.9850 3.9450 Sep 4.0275 4.0000 Dec 4.0775 4.0600

+0.0350 +0.0400 +0.0275 +0.0175

3.6100 3.6850 3.7575 3.8350

Minneapolis Wheat ($US/bu.) May 6.2450 6.2425 Jul 6.3200 6.3200 Sep 6.3825 6.3800 Dec 6.4775 6.4575

+0.0025 +0.0000 +0.0025 +0.0200

5.3125 5.3900 5.4600 5.5575

Kansas City Wheat ($US/bu.) May 5.2225 5.4550 Jul 5.3900 5.6125 Sep 5.5600 5.7650 Dec 5.7500 5.9400

-0.2325 -0.2225 -0.2050 -0.1900

4.4275 4.5475 4.7000 4.9025

Canadian Exports & Domestic Disappearance 2/12 2/16 2/26

$640

Feb 25 184.7 270.3 82.7

Wpg ICE Canola ($/tonne) May 512.40 530.50 Jul 517.90 534.60 Nov 507.10 519.40 Jan 510.90 523.60

$270

Spring Wheat (May) Mar 4 274.7 352.4 91.9

Year ago

3/9

Minneapolis Nearby Futures ($US/100bu.)

(000 tonnes) Alta. Sask. Man.

Trend

$390

Hogs $/ckg

Chicago Hogs Lean ($US/cwt)

$175

2/9

To date 2018 To date 2017 % change 18/17

(3) to Mar 3/18

Manitoba

$155 2/2

Fed. inspections only Canada U.S. 3,625,150 21,273,579 3,717,764 20,796,980 -2.5 +2.3

Hogs / Pork Trade

Saskatchewan Sig. 5

$140 2/2

To Mar 3

Mar 2

$240

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

Hog Slaughter

Mar 9 5.87 5.41 5.95 3.78 2.64

USDA

Canola (basis - May)

$210 2/2

HOGS

Feb 9 32.57 28.88 20.50 27.33 26.29 23.83 20.75 17.44 15.33 8.05 6.75 5.98 6.52 17.30 36.33 30.75 44.00 20.04 26.67 29.79 19.58 23.50

Mar 7 Feb 28 Year Ago No. 3 Oats Saskatoon ($/tonne) 167.87 172.02 169.53 Snflwr NuSun Enderlin ND (¢/lb) 17.45 17.35 15.10

$540

$-10

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

Mar 2 31.43 27.75 21.83 27.00 26.71 24.00 20.75 16.91 15.33 8.20 6.63 6.72 6.52 16.38 34.00 28.50 40.38 19.63 26.67 29.58 19.58 23.50

Cash Prices

$480

Beef Cutout ($/cwt)

Fixed contract $/ckg

Mar 9 31.29 Laird lentils, No. 1 (¢/lb) Laird lentils, No. 2 (¢/lb) 28.06 Laird lentils, Xtra 3 (¢/lb) 22.00 Richlea lentils, No. 1 (¢/lb) 27.00 Eston lentils, No. 1 (¢/lb) 26.14 Eston lentils, No. 2 (¢/lb) 23.83 Eston lentils, Xtra 3 (¢/lb) 20.75 Sm. Red lentils, No. 2 (¢/lb) 16.78 Sm. Red lentils, Xtra 3 (¢/lb) 15.17 Peas, green No. 1 ($/bu) 8.20 Peas, medium. yellow No. 1 ($/bu) 6.63 Peas, sm. yellow No. 2 ($/bu) 6.29 Feed peas ($/bu) 6.52 Maple peas ($/bu) 16.75 Mustard, yellow, No. 1 (¢/lb) 34.00 Mustard, Oriental, No. 1 (¢/lb) 28.50 Mustard, Brown, No. 1 (¢/lb) 40.38 Canaryseed (¢/lb) 19.88 Desi chickpeas (¢/lb) 26.67 Kabuli, 8mm, No. 1 (¢/lb) 27.58 Kabuli, 7mm, No. 1 (¢/lb) 17.58 B-90 ckpeas, No. 1 (¢/lb) 21.50

Cash Prices

$220

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

Pulse and Special Crops Source: STAT Publishing, which solicits bids from AGT Inc., Canpulse Foods, CGF Brokerage, Maviga NA, Parrish and Heimbecker, Scoular Canada and Simpson Seeds. Prices for dressed product at plant.

$620 $610 $600 2/5

2/12 2/16 2/26

3/5

3/12

Exports To (1,000 MT) Mar 4 Wheat 252.7 Durum 120.3 Oats 21.7 Barley 64.1 Flax 0.3 Canola 93.8 Peas 1.1 Lentils 12.3 (1,000 MT) Mar 4 Canola (DD) 168.5

To Total Last Feb 25 to date year 250.5 9,149.2 7,872.3 5.7 2,411.4 2,480.8 23.8 975.5 796.8 53.4 1,132.8 622.2 0.4 198.0 201.5 160.1 6,178.5 6,444.9 35.8 1,150.0 2,268.3 35.7 193.3 607.1 Feb 25 To date Last year 147.9 5,289.3 5,661.0

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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 Wynyard Yorkton

2.1 -0.5 1.3 -0.8 0.4 7.4 4.3 0.0 -0.1 -0.6 3.0 -2.0 1.2 -0.5 2.7 -1.2 -2.0 0.1

-24.6 -27.1 -18.8 -21.3 -26.6 -21.2 -26.1 -22.1 -25.4 -24.3 -25.8 -25.2 -15.9 -24.4 -21.0 -24.5 -23.6 -24.7

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41.3 71 67.0 81 41.3 53 50.7 64 46.0 89 50.4 74 53.9 74 58.2 84 61.5 82 47.7 74 91.4 125 42.5 65 60.3 98 56.8 93 33.9 58 44.4 79 75.0 104 62.4 75

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-27.5 -25.2 -21.2 -24.1 -30.2 -26.8 -26.9 -24.9 -21.9 -21.2 -23.7 -27.8 -24.2 -29.9 -17.3 -26.1

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135 146 117 68 65 156 59 83 36 127 100 87 119 65 107 67

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GrainMax hopper feet, 34’ high. bin. 4845 cubic This bin has 8 x 4x6 HSS bottom cone. legs, 40 degree Comes 2 x 14” roof vents, with a HD double 5x7 steel skid base, LevAlert bin level aeration and indicator, V3006 manhole. Airmax Delivery included (Additional freight in Alberta, Saskatchewa n and Manitoba may apply to the Peace Region Meridian Manufacturin in Alberta) g Inc 1-800-830-2 467 *Item may

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New Berg’s 20’ Grain Box - (Box only) With Tarp, Lighting, Switching installed, Ladders, & Mud Flaps supplied. Choose your color (Red extra) Installation available.

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26,410

MERIDIAN GM4000 GRAIN

THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS IN MERCHANDISE UP FOR BID! SELLING PRICE

MARCH 15,

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3,375

DEVLOO ROTATIN G MUD SCRAPERS

2,625

OPENING BID

338

Get an earlier start this spring Scrapers! Keep with Devloo the packer Roto Mud consistent seed wheels clean to and fertilizer Uniform growth depth for even maintain germination. will Watch our video be a benefit throughout the full season. and read our www.rotomu testimonials on dscrapers.co m. 25 scrapers. our website. FOB Somerset, MB

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