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2011 CENSUS | RURAL POPULATION

Gap widens between rural, urban numbers New census data shows urban population booming BY KAREN BRIERE REGINA BUREAU

Even as rural populations increase, the gap between the numbers of rural and urban residents continues to widen across Canada. The 2011 census data released Feb. 8 shows a trend that doesn’t surprise Ray Bollman, who recently retired from the rural research group at Statistics Canada and serves as adjunct professor at the University of Saskatchewan. “Almost always, urban grows faster than rural,” he said. Canada’s population topped 33.47 million people in 2011, but only 18.9 percent of them live in rural areas. Although the country overall saw a 5.9 percent growth rate, the rural growth rate was 1.1 percent. Statistics Canada said the proportion of people living in rural areas has steadily declined since 1851, when nine in 10 lived in rural areas. access=subscriber section=news,none,none

CWB | MARKETING PLANS

CWB may market pulses, canola Expanding role | Wheat board considers broadening its product line BY SEAN PRATT SASKATOON NEWSROOM

The Canadian Wheat Board has signaled its intention to start marketing non-board grain in China. Speaking to reporters at the end of a trade mission to the Asian country, CWB president Ian White said

he met with officials from the China National Cereals, Oils and Foodstuffs Corp. (COFCO) to assure them that Canada will be exporting the same quality of wheat and barley in the post single desk environment. He also explored the potential of the wheat board broadening the product

line it offers to COFCO, which is China’s largest grain importer. “We’re actually looking at an expanded role in the Chinese market for the Canadian Wheat Board through our office in Beijing,” said White. “It does open up a lot more opportunities for the Canadian Wheat Board to trade the grains

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CWB’s marketing plan John De Pape, who publishes the CWB Monitor online commentary, said it makes sense for the wheat board to expand the portfolio of crops it handles. “Often freight logistics support what they call combos, where you have multiple commodities on one vessel,” he said. “We used to call them grocery vessels, where you’d have upwards of four or five different commodities on one vessel.” De Pape doesn’t know what crops the wheat board is considering selling to COFCO, but federal agriculture minister Gerry Ritz may have offered a hint during the conference call from China. He told reporters COFCO was excited to continue working with the wheat board. “They’re also excited about starting

to move into some of the pulses and so on that they hadn’t been doing before,” he said. Canada hopes to do more pulserelated business overseas in the wake of the federal government signing a memorandum of understanding with China supporting expanded trade in agricultural goods between the two countries. “The government has shown initiative in signing this MOU and is raising the profile of Canada’s agricultural sector as an important source of agri-food products for China’s growing food manufacturing sector,” said Peter Watts, director of market innovation with Pulse Canada. China is Canada’s second largest market for pulses, accounting for nearly 600,000 tonnes of exports worth $250 million in 2011.

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The percentage fell below half nationally between 1921 and 1931; only Prince Edward Island and Nunavut still have a majority of rural residents. The agency defines rural as areas with fewer than 1,000 people and fewer than 400 people per square kilometre. On the Prairies, Saskatchewan has the highest percentage of rural population at 33.2 percent, down slightly since the 2006 count. The province saw overall negative growth rates in the previous two census counts but turned that around to see a 6.7 percent growth rate in the last five years. Saskatchewan’s population is 1,033,381, and 343,398 live in rural areas. Alberta features the highest growth rate of all provinces at 10.8 percent. Its population is now 3,645,257, but its rural population is below the national average at 16.9 percent. The census indicates that Manitoba’s population growth rate was 5.2 percent between 2006 and 2011, putting its total at 1,208,268 people. Its rural population is 27.6 percent. Bollman said the good news is that rural areas aren’t losing people. Each census period, some rural areas actually gain enough people to move out of the rural category and into urban, he said. Rural population is not farm population. Farm numbers will be released with the agriculture census in May. Saskatchewan premier Brad Wall said he wasn’t particularly worried about the lower rate of growth in rural areas. He said rural areas are drawing more people because of the economic opportunities in the province’s resource-based economy. Dave Marit, Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities presi-

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dent, said many farmers choose to live in towns or villages so rural municipality populations are down slightly. “From our side, we don’t really think it is affecting anything because the land still has to be serviced.” Roads have to be built to accommodate agriculture and resource development, he said, to get workers to their jobs.

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A late-day sun casts a shadow along a fence as Cam Ostercamp prepares to saddle up his horse, Partner, to check on his cattle. Two years ago Partner was a wild horse roaming the mountains. Ostercamp spent time training it to become a working saddle horse on his ranch near Blackie, Alta. | MIKE STURK PHOTO

PESTICIDES | COSMETIC BAN

Pesticide ban position questioned Charity defends stance | Canadian Cancer Society says some studies suggest pesticides increase risk BY ROBERT ARNASON BRANDON BUREAU

When the Manitoba government announced plans for a cosmetic pesticide ban in early February, it cited research done by several health organizations to justify its new policy on pesticides. One of them was the Canadian Cancer Society, which has spent thousands and possibly millions of donor dollars on anti-pesticide information and advocacy. Yet on its website, the society states there is no proven link between pesticides and cancer. If there isn’t a scientific connection, why would one of Canada’s largest charities use donor dollars to promote pesticide bans across the country? Greg Thomson thinks he knows why. Thomson is director of research at Charity Intelligence, which conducts research on Canadian charities to help donors make informed giving decisions. He said the society’s advocacy for pesticide bans isn’t entirely motivated by its desire to protect Canadians from the dangers of pesticides. Its stance is also about raising money. “There’s a lot of statements that come out of large charities that have to be tempered by the fact that they are marketing statements,” said Thomson, who studies the cancer society for Charity Intelligence. Gillian Bromfield, senior manager for cancer control policy with the cancer society, said spending donor contributions on pesticide advocacy and information is justified, despite the lack of a proven link between pesticides and cancer. “Even if it (the science) is not conclusive, it does suggest a reason for concern,” she said. “We think there is a potential for harm from exposure to pesticides … and at this point we think it is impor-

The evidence linking pesticides and cancer isn’t definitive, but it is suggestive and it is growing. GILLIAN BROMFIELD CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY

tant to help reduce exposures to possible cancer causing agents.” The cosmetic pesticide ban became an agricultural issue in Manitoba immediately after its announcement, provoking a forceful reaction from farm leaders. While a ban doesn’t restrict the agricultural use of herbicides and insecticides, producers are worried that weeds will spread from municipal property to farmland. As well, there is the concern that a ban will harden public sentiment against pesticides, said Doug Chorney, president of Keystone Agricultural Producers. In other words, consumers will begin to ask why farmers are allowed to spray chemicals on food if spraying pesticides on lawns is dangerous. The cancer society’s recommendation to ban cosmetic pesticides in Canada tops the list of reasons the Manitoba government has given for introducing the legislation. However, Thomson said the society’s support of bans is puzzling because a page on its website states that scientific research doesn’t “provide a conclusive link between pesticides and human cancer.” Thomson said donors should ask why the society is spending money on an anti-pesticide campaign if there isn’t an established connection. “If there is really no proof, at this point, that pesticides cause cancer, I would prefer that my dollar to the Canadian Cancer Society not go towards that.”

He said part of his job is to inform the public about what the society is advocating, the validity of the science backing the advocacy and how much money the society spends on those activities. The society spent $41 million in 2010-11 on activities related to cancer prevention, information and advocacy, while spending $49 million on cancer research. In spite of his concerns, Thomson said the society is taking a safe position on pesticides because the Canadian public has little love for chemic a l s a n d m o re c o n s u m e r s a re embracing organic food. “On this issue, it (their position) makes sense to me,” he said. “There’s not much of a downside to saying we think this should be restricted.” Thomson said it’s not unusual for charities to take a position to appease or motivate a certain group of donors because they are in the business of both helping people and raising funds. “They have the knowledge that what they state may or may not attract future dollars,” he said. However, he is still concerned that the society is calling for a cosmetic pesticide ban when the science linking pesticides to cancer is so tenuous. “I’d rather them figure out there is a link before they make that statement,” he said. “I would say please show me the proof.” However, Bromfield argued that there is scientific evidence to support the society’s position on pesticides and said information on her organization’s website about the lack of a proven link isn’t the complete picture. “The evidence linking pesticides and cancer isn’t definitive, but it is suggestive and it is growing,” she said. “Our position on the cosmetic use of pesticides is based on the body of scientific evidence that suggests that some substances in pesticides may increase the risk of developing

cancer…. What we would want your readers to understand is that there is actually good, quality research… that does suggest a link between pesticides and cancer.” She conceded there is little evidence of a cancer risk from eating fruit and vegetables with pesticide residue. “Nationally or internationally, there’s no research I’m aware of that has shown an increased risk from low level pesticide residue on vegetables and fruit.” Nonetheless, a food and pesticides page on its website has a lengthy section on organic food, including information on a study indicating that children who ate organic food did not have traces of pesticides in their urine. Bromfield said the cancer society isn’t calling for a switch from conventional food production to organic. “We do encourage farming practices that reduce pesticides to minimize exposure for farm workers and farm communities … but I can state quite clearly that we aren’t advocating for a movement towards organic farming.” Thomson said it would be reasonable for farmers to think twice before donating to the cancer society, considering that its position on pesticides is influencing public policy and could potentially affect producers’ livelihoods if it leads to restrictions on agricultural pesticides or increases demand for organic food. However, Dan Mazier, who farms north of Brandon, said it’s unlikely the cancer society’s stance on pesticides would affect his donation decisions. What he would like to see is a healthy discussion between the two groups regarding the economic need for pesticides and the potential health risks associated with the chemicals, rather than the cancer society pointing a finger at farmers and producers pointing angry fingers back at the society.

CANADIAN HEALTH ASSOCIATIONS’ POLICIES ON PESTICIDES • The Canadian Medical Association doesn’t recommend a ban on the use of cosmetic pesticides, but it does call for more research on the health impact of chemical substances and recommends that pesticide use be minimized and managed wisely. • The Canadian Paediatric Society does not have a position on the health risk of pesticides. The organization doesn’t have a position because volunteer committees, which raise policy issues, have not brought concerns about pesticides to the CPS board. The CPS does have policies on banning children from tanning salons and preventing snowboarding injuries. • The Ontario College of Family Physicians published a review of pesticides and human health in 2004. It concluded that pesticide exposure is linked to cancer, reproductive problems and neurological diseases and that children are particularly vulnerable to pesticides. Environmental groups and health advocates often cite the report to highlight the dangers of pesticides but Health Canada has discredited the OCFP report. It said the report relied on a small group of epidemiological studies to connect pesticides and disease. Sources: Canadian Medical Association, Canadian Paediatric Society, Manitoba government and Health Canada.

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DUSTY WORK FOR SEED CLEANERS

RESCUE | DUGOUT

Farm accident has happy ending for young children Quick action | Boys treated for hypothermia BY WILLIAM DEKAY SASKATOON NEWSROOM

Mitch Denis of M&M Seeds near St. Denis, Sask., tilts the spout on an auger to help wheat chaff go up the leg on Feb. 8. Denis and his brother, Mark, say their custom seed cleaning business is booming for both pedigreed seed and local producers. | WILLIAM DEKAY PHOTO

FORAGE | REPORT

Roundup Ready alfalfa assessed Identifying benefits, concerns | Report will help farmers make informed choices BY MARY MACARTHUR CAMROSE BUREAU

An upcoming report hopes to give producers and government decision-makers facts they need about potential problems and benefits with Roundup Ready alfalfa in Canada. Grant Lastiwka, a forage specialist with Alberta Agriculture, said the Canadian Forage and Grasslands Association report assesses the potential impact of Roundup Ready alfalfa on Canada’s forage industry. “They are not taking a stand, but trying to bring forth potential issues or benefits. We wanted to create a dialog,” he said. “We are absolutely not meant to come up with a position paper.” Roundup Ready alfalfa has been approved for growth and sale in Canada since 2005, about the same time as it was approved in the United States. A judge’s ruling said the U.S. Department of Agriculture did not properly

look at market impacts and stalled Roundup Ready alfalfa production in the United States until recently. Forage Genetics International sells the seed in the United States and has the r ight to sell it on behalf of Monsanto in Canada. Janice Bruynooghe, executive director of the Saskatchewan Forage Council, said her group has no indication that Roundup Ready alfalfa will be sold in Canada soon but it wants to make sure it has the information needed for an informed discussion. “We want to bring the industry together to talk about it and gather information that we do have and compile it,” she said. “We will present what we know, make an assessment and it is what it is.” After the study is released in April, the council may form a policy statement, based on the information, she said. Doug Yungblut, who was hired to

produce the report, wants to interview as many people as possible from across Canada about genetically modified alfalfa’s potential benefits and impacts. D u r i n g a d ay l o n g s e s s i o n i n Saskatoon in December, the seed industry raised concerns about the possibility of Roundup Ready alfalfa affecting seed sales in Europe. The organic industry also brought up concerns about contaminated alfalfa seed and the sprouts business. Others believed it would be a useful tool for the farm. Yungblut said his report would focus on the size of the forage industry and its potential growth and discuss how Roundup Ready alfalfa could affect existing markets or benefit farmers. “It’s hard to know how big the market will be,” said Yungblut. Bruynooghe said there is no easy answer to adopting Roundup Ready alfalfa for use in Canada. access=subscriber section=news,none,none

A rollercoaster of emotions continues for Paula Goossen, more than a week after she almost lost her son in an icy dugout. She praises higher powers for a happy ending but shudders about what might have been. “One minute you’re just so thankful they’re OK and the next you’re like, ‘oh, it could have been so different.’ The emotions are running high,” she said. On the afternoon of Feb. 7, a group of five young boys, including her son, climbed a four-foot page wire fence surrounding an aerated dugout and made their way to the bubbling water hole. A boy’s game of throwing sticks into the water soon slid into a crisis. Five-year-old friends Mordecai Goossen and Casey Barkman lost their footing and fell into the freezing water, which was three metres deep. Zachary Goossen and Micah Barkman, both four years old, grabbed the boys in the water but were unable to pull them out. They sent four-yearold Joseph Warkentin to climb the fence alone and run to the nearby church where the boys’ mothers were making a quilt. Women members of the Church of God in Christ Mennonite just north of Hyas, Sask., meet there once a month to work on a quilt, which they donate to charity. Standing on the church steps, Goossen saw past young Warkentin’s expression of alarm at two boys standing on the ice, 90 metres away. She thought one of the boys standing was her son. “As I got closer, I realized there was two boys in the hole and my son was in the hole, too,” she said. What happens next remains a haze for Goossen. “There was a fence to climb and I somehow got over that without realizing how I did this. It was just a fog and I just believe that guardian angels were there with me,” she said. Goossen shooed away the boys on the ice who were still clutching their

friends. She crawled out to the holes on hands and knees and heard whimpering sounds. One by one, Goossen pulled the boys out. “I just acted on instinct and there wasn’t much feelings and emotions even that I could recognize,” she said. “I thought that this ice was going to want to break under me but just kept going without putting together the pieces to how I should be doing this. Somehow the ice held. Must have been some higher powers holding us up there for me to be able to pull them out with all their weight plus mine.” The boys were lifted over the fence and carried to the church. An ambulance arrived 20 minutes later and they were treated for mild hypothermia. Days later, Goossen struggled to understand what compelled her son, who is scared of deep water, to go near the holes in the ice. “In summer, even with a life jacket, he won’t go where he can’t stand,” she said. “He loves to play in water, but not where he doesn’t have a strong footing…They were, I guess, boys and saw something that attracted them.” Kamsack RCMP staff sergeant Greg Ni c h o l u s e s t h e w o rd l u c ky t o describe the incident. This isn’t the first time this winter people have gone through ice in central and southern Saskatchewan. Nichol cautioned people to be aware of dugouts and other bodies of water during this unseasonably mild winter. “Just a warning to people to stay off the ice, especially in aerated dugouts and anywhere where there’s moving water because with the warm winter we’ve had, the ice is probably unstable and thin in lots of locations,” he said. Nichol conceded the boys were playing, but said they put significant effort into climbing the fence to enter the dugout area. Goossen put it another way: “They know well that they will never be doing that again. The punishment was there already.”

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WEATHER | SPRING RUNOFF

Sask. spring runoff levels expected to be low A complete change from last year’s soggy situation BY KAREN BRIERE REGINA BUREAU

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A horse south of High River, Alta., discovers the grass is always browner on the other side of the fence at this time of year. | MIKE STURK PHOTO

WEATHER | DROUGHT FORECAST

Prairies brace for spring drought Worse than 2002 conditions | Forecasters’ opinions differ on extent of dryness this year BY SEAN PRATT SASKATOON NEWSROOM

A grain industry analyst has compared this year’s drought maps to ones from the worst drought in recent memory and has come to an alarming conclusion. “We’re actually in worse shape today than we were in 2002,” said Larry Weber of Saskatoon. In its final production estimate of 2002, Statistics Canada described the conditions for some growers in Alberta and Saskatchewan as worse than the Dirty Thirties. Farmers in the central and northern regions of those two provinces began that growing season with cold temperatures and depleted soil moisture reserves. By harvest they had received no significant rain and their crops were wilting from above normal temperatures. Production of the six major crops grown in Western Canada was down 25 percent from 2001, 41 percent from 2000 and 44 percent from 1999 levels. Weber worries that the prolonged pattern of dryness since August has growers heading down the same disastrous path. “We’ve never lost a crop in February, but it’s getting a little concerning,” he said. “Either this weather pattern starts changing or guys are going to start to think about changing what they plan on seeding. It will become an insurance game.” Drew Lerner, president of World Weather Inc., shares Weber’s concern about the dryness, but with the exception of a couple of pockets he thinks the situation will remedy itself over the spring and summer. “Given all the data that I’ve looked at, I don’t think we’re going to see a full-blown drought and I certainly don’t see one like 2002. I don’t think that’s likely at all,” he said. A lot will depend on whether the La

Nina weather pattern sticks around. The probability of drought goes up if it lasts through spring and summer. Lerner believes it will have dissipated by then, replaced by an 18-year weather cycle that will result in a colder-than-normal summer with plenty of moisture for farmers in most of Saskatchewan and southeastern Alberta. Northwestern Saskatchewan and northeastern Alberta could remain dry, as well as southeastern Saskatchewan and southern Manitoba if a ridge of high pressure that is supposed to develop in the United States over the summer extends across the border. Precipitation since Sept. 1 has been well below normal for the entire prairie region. Many areas have received about half their normal precipitation and is less than 40 percent of normal for a large portion of west-central Saskatchewan and central Alberta. “We have dried out considerably,” said Bruce Burnett, director of weather and market analysis with the Canadian Wheat Board. “I am concerned about what kind of (moisture) supplies we’re going to have for planting.” The conditions are especially worrisome given producers’ stated seeding intentions. “We are going to try to plant a lot of canola this year and under dry conditions, sometimes establishment is a challenge,” he said. Burnett agreed with Weber that there are similarities to 2002, with large pockets of the northern Prairies looking extremely dry. The Canola Council of Canada is also issuing warnings about the dryness, advising growers to adjust yields and fertilizer rates in their budgets if the conditions persist. Dan Orchard, an agronomist with the council, said a good rule of thumb for canola is four bushels of production for every inch of moisture the crop receives from the soil and rain.

So if a grower has one inch of soil moisture this year compared to four inches last year, that is already a 12 bu. per acre reduction in yield. His advice to growers is to use aver-

age or slightly below average yields in their budgets rather than relying on last year’s results, which were well above average for many Alberta farmers.

It could still snow this winter, but current conditions suggest spring runoff in southern Saskatchewan will be below normal. Last year at this time, municipalities and residents were dealing with more snow than usual and preparing for runoff that suggested widespread flooding. The Saskatchewan Watershed Authority released its first forecast for 2012 last week, and it is a different story. “Last year we knew by the snow pack” that runoff was going to be an issue, said Dale Hjertaas, the authority’s executive director of policy and communications. “This year, we have snow pack that ranges from light to nil.” Only the northeastern part of the province has near normal snow pack conditions. A swath through the centre, from Meadow Lake southeast to Yorkton and back to Coronach, has below normal snow pack. An area from Lloydminster and the Battlefords to Outlook and south to Assiniboia has well below normal snow pack and very dry conditions. Hjertaas said the forecast is based on soil moisture at freeze-up and existing snow pack until the end of January. However, it assumes normal temperature and snowfall for the rest of the winter. Fall moisture conditions were average in the east and below average in the west. In the southeast, where it was extremely wet last year, the watershed authority is forecasting average runoff. This includes areas around Lampman and Lang. “If it melted today, there would be not much runoff,” Hjertaas said. “We are assuming average conditions for the rest of the winter. It won’t take a lot of snow to get (waterways) running again.” The Quill Lakes also fall into this category because there are no outlets from the lakes and they were at record high levels last year. Reservoirs on the Souris River system, which saw the most intense flooding last year, mainly because of rain, are still high. Boundary reservoir was at its full supply level on Feb. 1 and is expected to remain full. Any excess inflow will be diverted to Rafferty, which is below its full supply level. The authority said it will not draw down Rafferty or Alameda reservoirs any further before spring runoff. Both reservoirs are expected to rise about one-third of a metre this spring. Hjertaas said Last Mountain Lake and the Qu’Appelle lakes systems are still high, although a lot lower than forecasters thought they might be if snow had fallen. The next forecast is expected in about three weeks, followed by another in April. access=subscriber section=news,none,none

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China develops taste for canola meal Feed for fish, livestock | New market worth $300 million; blackleg research also discussed BY SEAN PRATT SASKATOON NEWSROOM

Market development work paid off in a big way last week when a Chinese feed company announced its intention to buy up to $300 million of Canadian canola meal by 2015. Tongwei, one of the world’s largest producers of livestock feed, plans to buy up to one million tonnes of the product to use in its aquaculture, swine and poultry feeds. The company already imports 200,000 tonnes of Canadian canola meal annually, worth about $60 million. The announcement was made during a trade mission to China that included federal agriculture minister Gerry Ritz and prime minister Stephen Harper. “China is excited about the beneficial results when using canola meal in the aquaculture and animal feed sectors,” Ritz told reporters during a conference call at the conclusion of the trade mission. Jim Everson, vice-president of corporate affairs with the Canola Council of Canada, said it has been a good week for the canola industry. “When Chinese dairy and aquaculture producers become more aware of the benefits of canola meal, the Canadian canola industry benefits through strong prices and increased market options,” he said. The Tongwei commitment is the direct result of the council’s market development efforts in China paid for through Canada’s Economic Action Plan. “Last year, we did a number of feed demonstration trials, which allowed us to demonstrate to the feed industry and the dairy industry in China the value of canola meal because they didn’t know the product very well,” said Everson. Les Nernberg, canola meal manager for the council, said the Tongwei commitment is huge. Sales of the product to China have been 600,000 and 800,000 tonnes per year over the past two years, and future Tongwei purchases alone will double those export volumes in a few years. Finding new buyers is critical because rapid crush expansion in Canada has resulted in four million tonnes of annual canola meal production. The U.S. dairy industry consumes two million tonnes a year and the Canadian livestock sector another 650,000 tonnes. That leaves 1.35 million tonnes that must find a home in overseas markets. China is the real growth market for all kinds of oilseed meal. “Their demand for protein supplements is growing with their demand access=subscriber section=markets,none,none

China’s expanding dairy industry is a growth opportunity for Canada’s canola sector. Ottawa helped fund demonstration projects at five Chinese dairies to prove the advantages of canola meal over rapeseed meal. | REUTERS PHOTO

LES NERNBERG CANOLA COUNCIL OF CANADA

for protein,” said Nernberg. Canola meal offers advantages over China’s rapeseed meal. It is low in glucosinolates so it can be incorporated into feed rations at higher levels than rapeseed meal, which has a bitter taste and can cause liver and thyroid problems when used at high levels. In demonstration trials with China’s five largest dairies, replacing soybean meal with canola meal increased milk production for two of the operations and decreased feed

costs for another two. “It really showed the Chinese dairy industry or gave their nutritionists more confidence in using canola meal in their dairy feeds,” said Nernberg. The council also ran a tilapia fish feeding trial in conjunction with Tongwei, which showed the feed manufacturer it could use up to 40 percent canola meal in its aquaculture rations compared to a 20 percent maximum for Indian mustard meal that many feed manufacturers now use. Nernberg said the biggest opportunity for canola meal is in aquaculture feed, followed by hogs, poultry and dairy feeds, in that order. The council felt the dairy trials were the best showcase for the feed ingredient because canola meal has been shown to increase North American

milk production by up to one kilogram per animal per day. China has established a goal of doubling milk production by 2015. Everson also praised the federal government for signing a memorandum of understanding with China to conduct joint research toward resolving the lingering trade restriction surrounding blackleg disease. Canadian exporters are now able to ship canola to eight plants in China that have a combined four million tonnes of processing capacity. “It is quite a considerable amount of access we have on seed,” said Everson. Canada exported $1.8 billion worth of canola and canola products to China in 2010. However, access is limited to ports along the coast, which has added costs for an industry that was accustomed to delivering product to

the Yangtze River delta. The MOU will provide additional science on blackleg and ways to mitigate its transfer to Chinese rapeseed crops. “ The council’s objective is to advance this research for review by China later this year,” said Everson. Ritz said he also raised the tariff disparity issue during his trip. Canola seed faces a punitive nine percent tariff into China compared to three percent for soybeans. “Whenever (buyers) raised price, we always said, ‘well, it would be very easy to fix simply by having your government remove that nine percent,’ ” said Ritz. “As we move forward and strengthen our ties, those are the types of things we can seek to remove and that makes it even easier to move more good quality canola into China.”

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damages some crops; Canada’s wheat sales on target Cold snow brings others moisture Mexico, Colombia big buyers | Wheat a good alternative to high priced corn STORIES BY SEAN PRATT SASKATOON NEWSROOM

North American wheat sales have been strong despite a glut of product in the world market. Canada exported 5.66 million tonnes of the crop through the first five months of the 2011-12 marketing campaign, up 16 percent over the same time last year. “It’s going well,” said Bruce Burnett, the Canadian Wheat Board’s director of weather and market analysis. “We’re on track to hit our targets more or less. I don’t see any problems developing yet at this point in time at least.” Wheat demand has remained strong despite financial troubles in the European Union and the United States, an encouraging sign. “We anticipate that that’s going to continue here into the spring,” said Burnett. It’s a similar story south of the border where the U.S. Department of Agriculture reported a “stronger-than-expected” pace of wheat sales in its Feb. 9 World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates. The USDA boosted U.S. wheat exports by 680,000 tonnes from its January estimate, primarily due to good sales for competitively priced feed

BRUCE BURNETT CANADIAN WHEAT BOARD

wheat into Mexico and South Korea. Canadian wheat sales are way up to Latin American countries due to a shortfall in the U.S. Hard Red Winter wheat crop and a return to normal quality in Canada. Mexico had purchased 617,700 tonnes of Canadian wheat as of Dec. 31, a 110 percent increase over the same time last year. Sales to Colombia were 402,700 tonnes, up 145 percent. Latin American countries are quality conscious buyers who typically choose between U.S. winter and spring wheat and Canadian wheats. In the case of Mexico, the demand has been spurred on by a drought in that country that has pushed corn prices up. Wheat is a good substitute for corn. Japan has been another big buyer of Canadian wheat this year, importing

420,400 tonnes of the product between Aug. 1 and Dec. 31. That is up 58 percent from year-ago levels. “In the post-tsunami world, we’ve seen an increase in demand from Japan,” said Burnett. The earthquake and subsequent tsunami that hit Japan on March 11, 2011, damaged some port facilities, causing a slowdown in imports of a variety of goods. The country is in the process of rebuilding its depleted food reserves. Consumers are also stocking their cupboards because they feel more comfortable having food supplies close at hand after such an enormous tragedy. Burnett doesn’t expect many negative repercussions for the wheat industry from the trade and financial sanctions imposed against Iran by the United States and the European Union in response to concerns over Iran’s nuclear program. Shippers of rice and palm oil have had trouble receiving payment due to the sanctions. Iran can be a sporadic buyer of wheat but in most years, it is largely self-sufficient. Burnett said the only big negative for wheat markets has been the disappointing prices. “Prices generally have been weakening over the past six months or so,” he said.

A European cold front that has placed winter wheat and rapeseed crops in jeopardy in France and Ukraine has delivered relief to durum crops in North Africa. Temperatures that dipped as low as -16 C in northern and eastern France may have damaged about one million acres of rapeseed in the Lorraine and Champagne regions of the country where the crop had no snow cover. It is too early to tell the extent of damage. The cold weather hasn’t helped Ukraine’s beleaguered winter crops. UkrAgroConsult estimates that more than five million acres of winter grain and oilseeds may have been lost to winterkill, including about 642,000 acres of rapeseed that is showing signs of low hardiness. But it wasn’t all bad news. The cold front pushed the storm track further south, providing some much-needed rain and snow to Algeria, Tunisia and Morocco, a region that is a major buyer of Canadian durum. “That gave them some moisture, which is timely for them,” said Bruce Burnett, the Canadian Wheat Board’s director of weather and market analysis. A month ago, he told producers at Crop Production Week in Saskatoon that it had been dry since midDecember in North Africa and that the durum crop was going to be in trouble unless it received some rain.

(North Africa) can’t go back to complete dryness over the next couple of months and still have an average crop. BRUCE BURNETT CWB ANALYST

December and January are usually the peak moisture months for the crop but the rainfall was scanty during that critical period, which meant the durum would have inadequate subsoil moisture to draw upon in case it turns hot and dry at the end of the growing season. “These rains helped alleviate that risk somewhat,” said Burnett. But the crop isn’t out of the woods. “They’re going to need some more rain throughout the region,” he said. “They can’t go back to complete dryness over the next couple of months and still have an average crop.” North Africa is an important producer and importer of durum. Morocco purchased 597,600 tonnes of Canadian durum in 2010-11, second only to Italy, which bought 829,900 tonnes. Burnett said North African growers increased durum acreage this year due to favourable planting conditions. access=subscriber section=markets,none,none

FORWARD CONTRACTS | RISK MANAGEMENT

Price spreads on wheat quality complicate forward contracts HEDGE ROW

ED WHITE

f you’re waiting for grain companies to start revealing their quality discounts in wheat contracts, check back in about five years. And then get ready to wait some more. Brokers and marketers on both sides of the border tell me there is no way most grain companies will ever lay out fixed discounts before the crop comes in, so forward contracts for most of Western Canada’s wheat, durum and barley will be useless for most farmers. “You really can’t lock in a quality discount schedule,” said Jim Peterson, marketing director of the North Dakota Wheat Commission. That’s a big problem for most of his state’s farmers, who don’t like locking in a specifications risk that could cost them up to $1.50 per bushel at delivery. “If you get some rain on durum at harvest time, or you get some sprouting issues, or on spring wheat if you don’t get the protein, some of those premiums and discounts can be quite significant.” Mike Krueger of the Money Farm in Fargo, N.D., said the same. “It’s a crapshoot because you don’t

know what you’re going to have,” said Krueger. “No one will set a new crop discount standard either for grading characteristics or protein.” Some farmers have been disappointed that grain companies aren’t offering a wide range of new crop grain contracts to fill the void created by the end of the Canadian Wheat Board’s marketing monopoly. Companies have offered contracts, but many are for limited amounts and most contain the same lack of detail about discounts that are typical in the United States. This is true of most contracts, whether it’s for canola, oats or pulses. But for cereals, the difference between crop that hits the specifications and crop that doesn’t is greater. It’s a lot easier to degrade a cereal crop than it is to knock out canola. Krueger said discounts for low protein spring wheat can shrink to nothing in years of high protein in the U.S. hard red winter wheat belt because protein is not drawing a premium. However, in years of low protein in HRWW, such as what has hap-

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pened recently, the discounts can shoot up to $1.50 per bushel. That’s not a huge deal if wheat fetches $7.50 per bu. but is a bad situation if it falls to $5. Krueger said farmers are safest using futures and options to protect the overall wheat market value preharvest. “We always suggest that guys use the futures, especially if they’re a long way out from new crop,” said Krueger. “That way, if you have crop problems or get 11 percent rather than 14 percent, you’re not forced to deliver into really steep discounts.” Many farmers on both sides of the border do no forward price risk management now, but the percentage is probably higher on the Canadian side. A lot of that has to do with the CWB’s pooling system, which provided a basic form of risk management: price averaging. Ho w e v e r, w i t h C W B p o o l i n g changing and the wheat market opening up, a lot of farmers need to improve their marketing skills and should be considering using futures and options. Perfectly timed for this is GrainWorld 2012, which has a good how-to session planned. The CME Group, which operates Chicago’s futures contracts, is holding a three-hour grain marketing workshop Feb. 26. It’s free, but you have to pre-register. At the end of the conference, on Feb. 28, representatives of the CME, the Minneapolis Grain Exchange and Winnipeg’s ICE Futures Canada will be part of a panel discussing the

evolution of wheat futures. So if you have never been to GrainWorld but want an excuse for a get-

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CATTLE & SHEEP

GRAINS

Grade A

Alberta

Live Feb. 3-Feb. 9

Previous Jan. 27-Feb. 2

Year ago

Rail Feb. 3-Feb. 9

Previous Jan. 27-Feb. 2

112.50 119.32-128.72 n/a 101.00-105.50

112.00-112.50 112.32-127.22 n/a 104.00-108.50

106.86 104.74 n/a 95.38

184.50-186.75 202.00-206.00 185.00 n/a

185.60-188.85 202.00-209.00 n/a n/a

112.50 105.88-124.74 n/a 99.00-104.00

112.00 101.26-123.04 n/a 103.00-107.50

106.63 103.39 n/a 94.38

185.75-186.75 201.00-205.00 185.00 n/a

186.50-188.85 201.00-208.00 185.00 n/a

$170

Steers Alta. Ont. Sask. Man. Heifers Alta. Ont. Sask. Man.

$160

*Live f.o.b. feedlot, rail f.o.b. plant.

$180 $170 $160 $150 $140 1/9

1/16 1/23 1/30

2/6

2/13

Saskatchewan $180

$150 n/a $140 1/9 1/16 1/23 1/30

Feeder Cattle ($/cwt) 2/6

2/13

Manitoba $170 $160 $150 $140 n/a

$130 1/9

1/16 1/23 1/30

Canfax

2/6

2/13

Heifers 500-600 lb. (average $/cwt) Alberta $180

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

Man.

Alta.

B.C.

120-140 130-148 140-160 147-170 161-196 175-211

115-136 125-142 135-155 146-170 165-193 175-205

120-141 Report 132-150 not 141-162 available 150-175 167-196 182-213 -

117-135 128-145 135-157 145-167 154-183 160-196

115-135 125-144 134-154 146-169 155-180 155-188

123-140 Report 130-151 not 137-162 available 148-175 160-190 165-197 Canfax

$170 $160

Average Carcass Weight

$150 $140 1/9

1/16 1/23 1/30

2/6

2/13

Feb. 4/12 886 824 676 991

Canfax

Steers Heifers Cows Bulls

Saskatchewan $170 $160 $150

Feb. 5/11 853 797 693 1031

YTD 12 881 819 677 982

YTD 11 858 794 677 1000

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

$140 $130 1/9

1/16 1/23 1/30

2/6

2/13

Manitoba $170 $160 $150 $140 n/a $130 1/9 1/16 1/23 1/30

2/6

2/13

Slaughter cattle (35-65% choice)Steers National 123.21 Kansas 122.97 Nebraska 123.09 Nebraska (dressed) 197.68

Heifers 123.22 122.92 123.17 197.78

Feeders No. 1 (700-799 lb) Steers South Dakota 147.50-167.50 Billings 147-152 Dodge City 150-153

Trend steady steady/-3 steady

Cattle / Beef Trade

Cash Futures -11.77 -14.22 -12.49 -14.54 +1.12 -0.93 Canfax

Canadian Beef Production million lb. YTD % change Fed 176.2 -6 Non-fed 37.8 +0 Total beef 214.0 -5 Canfax

Exports % from 2011 36,216 (1) -36.0 7,692 (1) +47.5 230,768 (3) -25.3 310,899 (3) -23.7 Imports % from 2011 n/a (2) n/a 67,843 (2) +35.5 13,795 (4) -4.1 18,366 (4) +9.7

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

(1) to Jan. 28/12 (2) to Nov. 30/11 (3) to Nov. 30/11 (4) to Feb. 4/12 Agriculture Canada

Alberta $160 $155 $150 $145 n/a

Close Close Trend Year Feb. 10 Feb. 3 ago Live Cattle Feb 123.95 123.63 +0.32 107.78 Apr 126.80 127.40 -0.60 112.70 Jun 125.95 126.85 -0.90 113.25 Aug 128.03 128.85 -0.82 115.48 Oct 131.70 132.33 -0.63 118.45 Feeder Cattle Mar 153.63 154.45 -0.82 126.03 Apr 155.75 157.03 -1.28 127.78 May 157.30 158.40 -1.10 128.60 Aug 158.85 159.75 -0.90 129.40 Sep 158.35 159.40 -1.05 129.28

Est. Beef Wholesale ($/cwt)

2/6

Mar 04-Mar 17 Mar 18-Mar 31 Apr 01-Apr 14 Apr 15-Apr 28 Apr 29-May 12 May 13-May 26 May 27-Jun 09 Jun 10-Jun 23 Jun 24-Jul 07 Jul 08-Jul 21 Jul 22-Aug 04

Maple Leaf Feb. 10 149.53-151.37 151.83-151.83 153.06-155.36 158.58-163.19 168.67-170.05 172.36-172.82 170.51-172.36 171.90-174.66 168.21-175.14 174.67-175.14 174.21-175.00

2/6

2/13

$360 $355 $350

$340 1/9

1/16 1/23 1/30

2/6

2/13

Barley Sel. 2-row St. Law. $370 $365

$350 1/9

Previous n/a n/a n/a 1.50-2.50 0.40-0.65 SunGold Meats

Feb. 6 2.51-3.10 2.23-2.62 2.07-2.24 2.08-2.20 2.05-2.10 1.75-2.20 1.00-1.20 1.05-1.15 70-120

New lambs 65-80 lb 80-95 lb > 95 lb > 110 lb Feeder lambs Sheep Rams Kids

2.50-3.00 2.26-2.55 2.10-2.35 2.14-2.20 1.80-1.85 1.75-2.20 1.00-1.20 1.10-1.20 70-120

Ontario Stockyards Inc.

Feb. 13 Wool lambs > 80 lb.1.87-2.10 Wool lambs < 80 lb. 2.27 Hair lambs 1.90-1.95 Fed sheep 0.60-0.70

2/6

2/13

Wheat 1 CWRS 13.5% $400

$380 1/16 1/23 1/30

2/6

2/13

Cash Prices Canola (cash - March) $540

$520

$500 1/6

2/3

2/10

$5 $0 $-5 $-10 1/13 1/20 1/27

2/3

2/10

Feed Wheat (cash) $225 $220 $215 $210 $205 1/6

n/a 1/13 1/20 1/27

2/3

2/10

Flax (elevator bid- S’toon) $510 $505 $500 $495

Sask. Sheep Dev. Bd.

$490 1/6

To Feb. 4 Canada 2,029,267 2,064,832 -1.7

1/13 1/20 1/27

2/3

2/10

To date 2012 To date 2011 % change 12/11

$210

$160 2/6

$205 $200 1/6

1/13 1/20 1/27

2/3

2/10

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

Agriculture Canada

Index 100 hogs $/ckg Alta. Sask.

n/a 156.43

Man. Que.

158.00 163.55 *incl. wt. premiums

Chicago Nearby Futures ($US/100 bu.)

Corn (March) $660 $640

Hogs / Pork Trade

$180

Basis: - $2

$215

Fed. inspections only U.S. 10,789,246 10,712,697 +0.7

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

Export 76,267 (1) 285,921 (2) 1,054,673 (2)

(1) to Jan. 28/12

(3) to Feb. 4/12

(2) to Nov. 30/11

$620

% from 2011 -13.4 -14.9 -3.9

Import n/a 19,331 (3) 19,856 (3)

% from 2011 n/a +23.7 -14.8 Agriculture Canada

2/13

$600 $580 1/9

Manitoba

1/16 1/23 1/30

2/6

2/13

Soybeans (March) $1280

$1200

$160

2/6

2/13

Feb. 3-Feb. 9 U.S. Barley PNW 287.00 U.S. No. 3 Yellow Corn Gulf 265.54-282.17 U.S. Hard Red Winter Gulf 297.31 U.S. No. 3 Amber Durum Gulf 388.75 U.S. DNS (14%) PNW 365.32 No. 1 DNS (14%) ($US/bu.)Montana elevator 8.01 No. 1 DNS (13%) ($US/bu.)Montana elevator 7.28 No. 1 Durum (13%) ($US/bu.)Montana elevator 8.03 No. 1 Malt Barley ($US/bu.)Montana elevator 5.52 No. 2 Feed Barley ($US/bu.)Montana elevator 4.20

Feb. 13 Feb. 6 Trend Wpg ICE Canola ($/tonne) Mar 538.80 529.60 +9.20 May 542.50 533.10 +9.40 Jul 545.30 536.50 +8.80 Nov 521.20 515.50 +5.70 Wpg ICE Milling Wheat ($/tonne) Oct 259.80 264.00 -4.20 Dec 264.50 268.50 -4.00 Mar 269.50 275.50 -6.00 May 272.50 278.50 -6.00 Wpg ICE Durum Wheat ($/tonne) Oct 265.00 270.00 -5.00 Dec 269.70 274.50 -4.80 Mar 274.70 279.50 -4.80 May 278.70 283.50 -4.80 Wpg ICE Barley ($/tonne) Oct 180.00 180.00 0.00 Dec 184.00 184.00 0.00 Mar 185.50 185.50 0.00 Wpg ICE Western Barley ($/tonne) Mar 212.00 212.00 0.00 May 217.00 216.00 +1.00 Chicago Wheat ($US/bu.) Mar 6.4125 6.6850 -0.2725 May 6.4650 6.7975 -0.3325 Jul 6.5725 6.9200 -0.3475 Dec 6.9350 7.2650 -0.3300 Chicago Oats ($US/bu.) Mar 3.2500 3.2700 -0.0200 May 3.1400 3.2075 -0.0675 Jul 3.1125 3.1975 -0.0850 Dec 3.1550 3.2100 -0.0550 Chicago Soybeans ($US/bu.) Mar 12.5200 12.3300 +0.1900 May 12.6000 12.4200 +0.1800 Jul 12.6875 12.5175 +0.1700 Nov 12.5900 12.3900 +0.2000 Chicago Corn ($US/bu.) Mar 6.3950 6.4425 -0.0475 May 6.4300 6.5125 -0.0825 Jul 6.4600 6.5625 -0.1025 Dec 5.6700 5.8125 -0.1425 Minneapolis Wheat ($US/bu.) Mar 8.1550 8.4100 -0.2550 May 8.0675 8.2675 -0.2000 Jul 7.9600 8.1225 -0.1625 Dec 7.7450 7.9550 -0.2100 Kansas City Wheat ($US/bu.) Mar 6.8325 7.1900 -0.3575 May 6.8975 7.2700 -0.3725 Dec 7.2875 7.6250 -0.3375

Year ago 586.80 595.30 602.50 577.60 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 194.00 205.00 8.7200 9.0400 9.3100 9.6775 4.1200 4.1900 4.2000 3.8800 14.0275 14.1600 14.2350 13.6550 6.9575 7.0650 7.1125 6.0750 10.1300 10.2400 10.3000 10.3025 9.7700 9.8800 10.1650

Canadian Exports & Crush

$1160

$165

$150

Feb. 8 Feb. 1 Year Ago Rye Saskatoon ($/tonne) 189.98 189.98 171.26 Snflwr NuSun Enderlin ND (¢/lb) 25.25 26.30 29.90

$1240

Chicago Hogs Lean ($US/cwt)

$155

Feb. 6 26.50 20.88 24.50 28.25 19.25 16.96 13.89 8.97 8.38 8.47 8.43 9.20 4.83 35.17 31.08 23.37 26.18 27.22 44.00 33.58 31.10

Grain Futures 1/13 1/20 1/27

Canola (basis - March)

$-15 1/6

Feb. 13 Avg. Laird lentils, No. 1 (¢/lb) 24.00-26.00 25.36 Laird lentils, Xtra 3 (¢/lb) 16.00-22.50 20.08 Richlea lentils, No. 1 (¢/lb) 22.00-25.00 23.00 Eston lentils, No. 1 (¢/lb) 27.00-28.75 28.04 Eston lentils, Xtra 3 (¢/lb) 15.00-20.50 19.15 Sm. Red lentils, No. 2 (¢/lb) 14.75-17.50 16.29 Sm. Red lentils, Xtra 3 (¢/lb) 12.50-14.00 13.36 Peas, green No. 1 ($/bu) 8.50-9.25 8.97 Peas, green 10% bleach ($/bu) 8.25-8.50 8.38 Peas, med. yellow No. 1 ($/bu) 8.40-8.55 8.49 Peas, sm. yellow No. 2 ($/bu) 8.30-8.55 8.46 Maple peas ($/bu) 9.00-9.25 9.20 Feed peas ($/bu) 3.50-5.50 4.83 Mustard, yellow, No. 1 (¢/lb) 34.00-35.75 35.17 Mustard, brown, No. 1 (¢/lb) 30.75-32.75 31.42 Mustard, Oriental, No. 1 (¢/lb) 22.60-23.75 23.37 Canaryseed (¢/lb) 24.75-26.75 25.82 Desi chickpeas (¢/lb) 26.10-27.50 27.22 Kabuli, 8mm, No. 1 (¢/lb) 35.00-47.00 38.00 Kabuli, 7mm, No. 1 (¢/lb) 24.70-26.00 25.68 B-90 ckpeas, No. 1 (¢/lb) 22.30-23.50 23.20

Canadian Wheat Board

$390

$370 1/9

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

International Grain Prices ($US/tonne)

$410

$510

Feb. 3 Base rail (index 100) n/a Index range n/a Range off base n/a Feeder lambs 1.50-2.50 Sheep (live) 0.40-0.65

1/16 1/23 1/30

St. Lawrence Asking

Canfax

2/13

$200

1/16 1/23 1/30

Barley Sel. 6-row St. Law.

$530

Hog Slaughter

Hams Mktg. Feb. 10 149.43-151.26 151.72-151.72 152.98-155.28 158.50-163.11 168.63-170.01 172.31-172.78 170.47-172.31 171.85-174.62 168.17-175.54 175.08-175.54 174.62-175.17

$220

$145 1/9

$360 1/9

This wk Last wk Yr. ago 211-213 211-213 192-195

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

Fixed contract $/ckg

Saskatchewan

1/16 1/23 1/30

$390

$220

Index 100 Hog Price Trends ($/ckg)

$140 1/9

$420

W. Barley (cash - March)

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

1/16 1/23 1/30

$450

$355

HOGS

$140 1/9

$480

$360

Chicago Futures ($US/cwt)

USDA

Basis

Alta-Neb Sask-Neb Ont-Neb

To Feb. 4 Fed. inspections only Canada U.S. To date 2012 260,783 3,015,833 To date 2011 281,837 3,189,857 % Change 12/11 -7.5 -5.5

Montreal

n/a

Durum 1 AD Thunder Bay

$345

Cattle Slaughter

Sask.

Pulse and Special Crops

CWB Domestic Asking Prices

Slaughter Cattle ($/cwt)

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

Feb Apr May Jun

Close Feb. 10 86.85 88.30 97.30 97.85

Close Feb. 3 87.53 88.93 97.25 98.10

Trend -0.68 -0.63 +0.05 -0.25

Year ago 86.40 92.38 100.58 101.45

Jul Aug Oct Dec

EXCHANGE RATE: FEB. 13 $1 Cdn. = $1.0014 U.S. $1 U.S. = $0.9986 Cdn.

Close Feb. 10 98.40 98.13 89.08 84.73

Close Feb. 3 98.80 98.28 89.33 84.80

Trend -0.40 -0.15 -0.25 -0.07

Year ago 101.33 100.83 89.30 84.90

$1120 1/9

1/16 1/23 1/30

2/6

2/13

2/6

2/13

Oats (March) $340 $320 $300 $280 $260 1/9

1/16 1/23 1/30

(1,000 To tonnes) Feb. 5 Wheat 308.0 Durum 114.0 Oats 8.3 Barley 45.7 Flax 1.2 Canola 351.6 Peas 0.5 Canola crush 159.7

To Jan. 29 141.0 45.6 22.9 21.4 3.8 208.4 129.3

Total to date 6991.8 1876.4 738.2 617.1 113.9 5004.6 1070.1 3431.1

Last year 5954.7 1871.7 613.6 826.2 193.4 3802.4 1344.2 3179.5

MARKETS CANFAX REPORT FED CATTLE LOWER The growing supply of marketready cattle and sluggish beef demand are pressuring fed prices. Packers have good captive inventory, reducing their interest in bidding. There is little demand from the United States. The futures market is stronger than what it should be, given the weak beef demand and packersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; negative margins. Steers averaged $110.79 per hundredweight, down $1.29, and heifers averaged $110.76, down 72 cents. Alberta rail steers were $184.50$186.75 per cwt. and heifers were $185.75-$186.75. Show list volumes have been increasing. To prevent a significant backlog in the fed pipeline, cash cattle are being reallocated to fulfill contract obligations. The weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sale volume totaled 18,741, up 16 percent from the previous week. The cash-to-futures basis weakened 69 cents to close the week at â&#x20AC;?$14.22. Weekly exports to Jan. 28 totalled 6,927 head, down six percent from the previous week.

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Seasonally, fed values should be rising, but the weakening cash-tofutures basis indicates demand is poor. Western Canadian steer carcass weights rose 18 pounds and heifers rose 16 lb. over the previous week.

higher. Those heavier than 500 lb. trended lower. The weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s auction volume totalled 35,955 head, up 34 percent. Volumes typically rise in February. Weekly feeder exports to Jan. 28 rose 17 percent to 1,978 head.

COWS STEADY

BEEF RISES

D1, D2 slaughter cow prices were steady, averaging $73.18 per cwt. D3 prices averaged $65.17, up $1.24. Rail prices were mostly steady at $138â&#x20AC;?$144. Butcher bulls rose to average $82.63. Weekly exports of nonâ&#x20AC;?fed cattle to Jan. 28 dropped 11 percent to 3,191 head. A moderate to good supply will pressure prices this week.

FEEDER PRICES DOWN

U.S. packers slowed slaughter lines and were able to push beef cutouts up $3.50 last week, but margins remained negative. Weekly Canadian cut-out values to Feb. 3 saw AAA rise $2 per cwt. and AA rise $3. Weekly Canadian fed slaughter to Feb. 3 was up 10 percent to 44,190 head. So far this year, slaughter volumes are down nine percent. The Montreal wholesale market delivery this week was steady at $211â&#x20AC;?$213.

A large volume at auction and the weaker fed market pressured feeder prices. Steers 400â&#x20AC;?600 pounds saw moderately lower prices. Steers heavier than 600 lb. slipped 80 centsâ&#x20AC;?$1 per cwt. Heifers lighter than 500 lb. saw good demand and traded slightly

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 403275-5110 or at www.canfax.ca.

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World needs China growth MARKET WATCH

Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ARCE MCMILLAN

he Canadian trade mission to China last week paid good dividends: increased exports of canola meal and beef tallow. There also could be future benefits in increased sales of pulses and perhaps a resolution of the canola seed trade restrictions. Chinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s position as a food importer will grow, and Canada needs to ensure it is seen as a favoured source. But as the trade mission wrapped up, China released data that showed 2012 might be a troubled year for it. That is worrisome because its growth has helped offset the slow growth in Europe and the United States in recent years. Chinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s imports in January fell 15.3 percent compared with January

2011, the lowest reading since August 2009. Exports fell 0.5 percent over the same period, the worst showing since November 2009. Also, new lending was less than 75 percent of the level that had been expected. This slow down can be partly explained by the week-long New Year holiday, when many factories slow production, falling in January this year but in February last year. But there could also be a policy element. In recent years, Chinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s overheated economy led to soaring inflation and a housing price bubble. The government tapped on the brakes several times, reducing the availability of credit and imposing measures to calm property prices. The goal is a â&#x20AC;&#x153;soft landingâ&#x20AC;? in which inflation is controlled but the economy keeps growing, but with western economies so weak, Chinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exports are slow. It will require a deft hand to keep its economy growing without returning to inflation. A wrong move that throws the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s second largest economy into turmoil would be bad news for the world economy and weaken commodity prices. access=subscriber section=markets,none,none

WP LIVESTOCK REPORT HOG PRICES STEADY

BISON WEAKER

U.S. packer margins continued in the red but cash hog prices were mostly steady. Packers slowed slaughter pace but were unable to push up pork prices. Iowa-southern Minnesota live hogs traded at $64 US per hundredweight, little changed from $63.50 Feb. 3. U.S. pork carcass cut-out value closed a $85.14 Feb. 10, little changed from $85.10 Feb. 3. The U.S. federal weekly slaughter estimate was 2.13, down from 2.14 million the previous week.

The Canadian Bison Association said prices weakened a little on A1 bulls and heifers due to larger supply, the rising loonie and buyer resistance to high prices. Grade A bulls in the desirable weight range were $3.80-$3.90 per pound hot hanging weight. G ra d e A h e i f e r s w e re $ 3 . 6 0 $3.90. Animals older than 30 months and those outside the desirable weight range may be discounted. Slaughter cows and bulls averaged $2.40-$2.70. In the live market, heif-

ers born in 2011 were $2-$2.50 and bulls were $2.25-$2.75. Bulls and heifers born in 2010 were $2-$2.10.

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Editor: Joanne Paulson Phone: 306-665-3537 | Fax: 306-934-2401 E-Mail: joanne.paulson@producer.com

ENVIRONMENTAL BANS | CONSEQUENCES

CRAIG’S VIEW

Support wise use of chemicals rather than imposing bans

trong evidence suggesting that the source of Lake Winnipeg’s phosphorus pollution problem is flooded farm fields, and not hog barns, shows that governments should tread carefully when contemplating heavy handed environmental laws. The type of faulty policy-making that caused Manitoba to ban new hog barn construction and manure spreading to supposedly save Lake Winnipeg is about to be repeated if the government follows through on a plan to ban cosmetic pesticides. Manitoba’s NDP government is quick to draft restrictive policies on activities that might appear to be polluting to gain voter approval in urban Winnipeg. However, scientific evidence indicates it is pointing its regulatory gun at the wrong culprits. Michael Stainton, a scientist with the federal Department of Fisheries and Ocean’s Freshwater Institute, speaking at the recent Manitoba Swine Seminar, said there is no evidence that the province’s hog industry is to blame for the rising levels of phosphorus in Lake Winnipeg. The phosphorus fosters huge algae blooms that degrade oxygen levels in the lake and create dead zones. Stainton said the real evidence shows that the province’s climate is going through a wet period that causes more flooding of fields. Phosphorus concentrates in the water, which drains into the Red River and eventually into the lake. Why the phosphorus accumulates isn’t clear, but there is a proven correlation with the adoption of zero till farming that leaves more trash on the surface. This was happening before the province’s hog industry expanded. The evidence also appears to suggest that efforts to construct weirs to hold back spring thaws and rain downpours on farm fields contributes to the problem. It would be better to hold water in wetlands where plants can consume the phosphorus. So the most effective way to help Lake Winnipeg might be to work with neighbouring jurisdictions in the drainage

basin to preserve and rebuild natural wetlands. And the best response to concerns about pesticide abuse should also be more nuanced than a ban on their cosmetic use. Many farmers have legitimate concerns that bans on pesticides in urban areas can lead people to believe that these chemicals are inherently unsafe and should be banned entirely. Cosmetic pesticide bans raise the question that if it is dangerous to spray them on your grass, why spray them on your food? The answer, backed by scientific study, is that in Canada, pesticide residue on food is safely below the acceptable level. The responsible use of pesticides in agriculture helps improve yield, prevents crop loss and makes food affordable to all. But as with all tools, pesticides can be used irresponsibly. The overuse of a single herbicide can foster the evolution of weeds resistant to that herbicide. Homeowners pursuing the perfect lawn and under trained employees of lawn care companies often employ weed and feed products that blanket grass with unneeded chemicals. It is ignorance and irresponsible behaviour that governments should address. Alberta has taken the reasonable step of banning weed and feed products because they lead to over application of 2,4-D. Governments can counter ignorance by promoting integrated pest management, where weeds are restrained by the judicious use of pesticides, cultural and biological controls and tillage. The use of protective clothing when applying pesticides should also be promoted. Governments should protect the environment, but policies, like Mother Nature herself, must be nuanced. Bans on certain activities, while popular, might address the wrong problem and create unexpected, negative consequences. Bruce Dyck, Terry Fries, Barb Glen, D’Arce McMillan and Joanne Paulson collaborate in the writing of Western Producer editorials. access=subscriber section=opinion,none,none

REFORM AGENDA | GUN REGISTRY ELIMINATION

Conservative majority enables party to address long-standing Reform agenda NATIONAL VIEW

BARRY WILSON

his week’s House of Commons vote to abolish the long gun registry represents another milestone in the drive by western Canada’s original Reformers to change the Canada they didn’t like. Since Stephen Harper won a majority May 2, rectifying Reform grievances has been a key priority, both a reward to the rural and western base that first gave the party life and fulfill-

ment of Harper ’s own original Reform agenda. The Canadian Wheat Board monopoly will be abolished. Check. The West will get a greater representation in the Commons. Check. The hated gun registry, enacted after the first Reform wave of 1993 but a Reform/Alliance/Conservative target ever since, will be gone. Check. Senate reform has been a tougher nut to crack because real change would require constitutional amendment and that is not going to happen. But even on that file, the government at least is moving on the fringes of term limits and the ability of provinces to hold elections if they want. It is a remarkable grievanceaddressing agenda considering that the majority Conservative government has presided over fewer than

100 Commons days since its election. Mind you, to get the agenda through, House leader Peter Van Loan has resorted to bully tactics — a record use of rules available to cut off parliamentary debate. He has responded to charges of undemocratic tactics by arguing that debates about those western grievances have gone on for years and it is time to act. Tommy Douglas, first leader of the New Democratic Party, once told Canadian voters that if they gave his then-small party a strong opposition presence in Parliament, they would “turn Ottawa upside down.” Give them a majority and they would “turn Ottawa rightside up.” This clearly is the Reform/Conservative ‘rightside up’ phase. Coincidently, Douglas was part of

the eclectic mix of “reformer” photos that adorned the walls of the original Reform Party caucus room on Parliament Hill. Setting aside individual political positions on firearms (which range from melt them into ploughshares to everyone has the right to arm themselves) the end of the parliamentary debate was a measure of mercy for those whose vocation is to listen. The two solitudes had long ceased to talk to each other. Both sides dug in, had their own evidence base and supporters. There was no hope of consensus on the issue. The only possible road to resolution was brute power — when Liberals held a majority and then the combined opposition did, they got their way. Now it is the Conserva-

tives’ turn. If one of the opposition parties defeats the Conservatives in future, it can re-establish a long gun registry if it wants to re-open the debate. Unlike the CWB debate, this vote is not irreversible. Meanwhile, the gun registry bill now becomes the Senate’s issue and opponents of the government policy will try to make it their last stand. But with the Conservatives now in control of the Senate, their chances of doing anything more than prolonging the ‘debate’ for a few weeks are remote. For those who have dreamed of being able to carry their unregistered rifle while considering which forward contract they sign outside the CWB, that dream should come true by early spring. access=subscriber section=opinion,none,none

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& OPEN FORUM PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT ACT | PROPERTY RIGHTS

SURVIVE | THRIVE

Wall government must reform land act

Newspapers are more than just hanging on

BY DAVID SEYMOUR

rad Wall’s government has a resounding mandate to stamp its mark on Saskatchewan. But majorities come and go and history remembers legislation better than the people who passed it. Failing to reform the Calvert government’s Planning and Development Act (2007) could become an accidental and pernicious legacy of this government. The act defines how municipalities define property owners’ rights. Compared to the legislation it replaced, it raises the requirements for municipalities engaging in land use planning. All municipalities must have an official community plan with mandatory minimum content prepared by a professional community planner. While it does not directly affect what citizens can do, it changes the way that municipal governments deal with citizens.Over time, this constitutional flavour will make the act pernicious. Onerous land-use planning disrupts the critical pillar in a modern capitalist society — the balance of risk and responsibility that is inherent in owning property. If you have a higher valued use for a piece of property than the current owner does, then you can pay him enough to surrender it, and try your proposed use. On the city fringes, developers buy farmland because they think they can get more value from housing than crops. The flipside is that if they get it wrong, they lose money. This

Minimum land-use legislation creates arduous rules for municipalities and property owners, the author says. | FILE PHOTO balance of risk and reward puts every acre of this province to the best use anyone has for it at any time. It’s what makes countries like Canada rich. By enforcing mandatory minimum requirements for land-use planning on municipalities, the province has edified a class of people who see only one side of the riskreward equation. Professional community planners are able to impose their visions, not only over land they have risked their own money on, but on the entire territory of a municipality.

Saskatoon Speaks and Design Regina is the beginning of municipalities responding to the legislation. For each municipality, the process begins with such high-minded consultations unfolding into official community plans that set out how land in the municipality can be used by the people who own it. The planners get their way with the land but do not risk losing their own money. Property owners still carry that risk but their freedom to use it as they see fit is further restricted. All municipalities have plans and

restrictions on land use at some level but the Canadian constitution contains the principle of subsidiarity or that decisions should be made at the lowest level of government possible without affecting people in other jurisdictions. Eventually, the success and failure of each municipality is judged by people and investment voting with their feet. Anyone who doubts the perniciousness of legislating minimum planning requirements on lower levels of government need only look to New Zealand’s 1991 Resource Management Act. Like the Planning and Development Act, this act was supposed to streamline land-use regulation. In practice, it has created the conditions for increasingly arduous land use regulation. The planning profession has grown to fill the role mandated for it by regulation, then grown again as its presence allows it to identify and create further work for itself. Land-use plans get thicker each year and businesspeople complain that they could not build the infrastructure they currently have under today’s rules. In 20 years, it will be possible to evaluate the success of the Wall government here. One of the most important things it could do now is reduce the mandatory minimum content for municipal land-use planning. If it does not, it will find itself with an accidental legacy. Seymour is a senior policy analyst at the Frontier Centre. access=subscriber section=opinion,none,none

CROP INSURANCE | DISEASE PREVENTION

Denial of crop insurance coverage idea revisited HURSH ON AG

KEVIN HURSH

few weeks ago in this space, I suggested that crop insurance coverage should be denied when canola is seeded into canola stubble. I requested feedback on the idea. One should be careful with such requests. Happily, most of the e-mail notes and conversations supported the idea, and there was also feedback on ways to refine the approach. However, other responses questioned my sanity and motivation. Not everyone views a canola-snowcanola “rotation” as a bad idea. Some producers deny that it’s causing lower yields and a disease buildup. I was told to do proper research before making allegations.

Well, here’s what research studies show. A seven-year study conducted by Agriculture Canada in Saskatchewan at Scott and Melfort (14 siteyears) showed lower yields with continuous canola. And even with blackleg resistant canola varieties, the incidence of disease increased as the rotations were shortened. Scientists have long warned that shorter canola rotations increase blackleg pressure. However, the big worry is clubroot. It is spreading rapidly and could cost a lot of money in lost yields. Crop rotation won’t eliminate its spread, but growing canola on canola will almost certainly make this devastating disease more difficult to combat. It would be interesting to know how many acres in Western Canada are seeing continuous canola. Anecdotal evidence suggests a lot. Government agencies analyzing crop insurance data should be able to estimate whether it’s half a million acres or one and a half million. My guess is that it would fall somewhere between the two.

Opposition to using crop insurance policy as a tool to discourage continuous canola is most likely to come from those using the practice. Those are the folks who gave me an earful. The organizations representing canola producers are hesitant to suggest any such action for fear of alienating their members. Governments will be hesitant because they don’t like controversy and don’t like to appear heavy-handed. However, clubroot won’t be a cheap problem to fix if it continues to spread. The resulting rules and regulations may ultimately be much more interventionist than a simple adjustment to crop insurance coverage. Rather than deny crop insurance coverage altogether, it may be more palatable to make adjustments to the premiums. As one producer pointed out, in many cases canola-on canola will represent a small portion of the farm’s total canola acreage and isn’t a regular practice. Denying crop insurance coverage on all of a producer’s canola acres may be overkill. After all, the objec-

tive isn’t to push producers away from crop insurance participation. Perhaps a better way to address the problem is through the premium producers are charged. A large percentage of the cost of crop insurance is borne by the two levels of government, which reduces the premium to a much more affordable level. Government support could be removed on land seeded to canola after canola, which would effectively hike the premium. The regular subsidized premium would apply on a farm’s other canola acreage. It would also be justifiable to decrease the yield coverage on land with continuous canola. Research indicates there is typically a yield penalty, so why not reflect that in the coverage? There will be requests in the years ahead from farmers and their organizations to combat clubroot. Some policy-related prevention in advance may not be universally popular, but it makes sense. Kevin Hursh is an agricultural journalist, consultant and farmer. He can be reached by e-mail at kevin@hursh.ca. access=subscriber section=opinion,none,none

EDITORIAL NOTEBOOK

JOANNE PAULSON, EDITOR

n 2010, The Economist did a significant about-face with the headline, “Whatever happened to the death of newspapers?” What, indeed? Just four years earlier, the same magazine declared that newspapers were collectively endangered and even gave a graveyard date of 2043. The Economist was not alone. For at least two decades, pundits, technology-watchers and even publishers have been predicting the demise of the printed delivery of news. There is no doubt that North American and European papers have taken a bit of a kicking recently. First, the internet exploded into people’s lives and suddenly everyone expected information for free. More recently, the recession brutally savaged advertising lineage, turning many papers into skinny little things that looked like they might at any moment starve to death. Food has returned to the table since the recession, but some other good things have also happened. Some publishers have accepted that real ink supports journalism, and therefore are supporting real ink. Internet advertising has not proved to be the panacea many were hoping for. Furthermore, newspapers are becoming lighter on their feet. They are learning to find their readers and provide what they want to read. For example, Mary Garden of the University of Sunshine Coast in Queensland notes that there has been a “tabloid revolution” in South Africa, where papers have started to serve the black working class previously ignored by the press. In fact, newspapers outside North America and Europe have churned along reasonably well. Garden noted that in 2008, a recession year, circulation worldwide grew 1.3 percent. Readers, meanwhile, are beginning to understand that not all information is created equal. You can find a lot of information online but how much of it can you trust? Was the source or writer someone with a bone to pick, something to sell or hawking a political message? This is not the same as absorbing information from a trained, hardworking journalist who tries to impart the news in a palatable, understandable and objective way, the journalist who slogs through reports and actually talks to people. How does this affect you, The Western Producer reader? Tune in next week for part two of the newspaper survival story. access=subscriber section=opinion,none,none

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the law by dictatorially ramming Bill C-18 down our throats, all for the benefit of a few elite and the international grain traders. All Canadians should be concerned how this was done. We think it would be time to have (agriculture minister) Gerry Ritz impeached. Yours for democracy,

I’ll get even. They’ll be down on one knee at the CWB and only 62 percent will be grievin’.” And, there once was an MP name Ritz, whose political PR was the pits. When the truth doesn’t fly, then just tell a lie, and then blame it all on the Grits. Don Bamber, Oyen, Alta.

J. W. Zunti, Luseland, Sask.

RULE OF LAW POETIC JUSTICE

To the Editor:

On the heels of the Harper government rushing the controversial Canadian Wheat Board Bill C-18 through the House, federal agricul-

There once was a PM named Stephen, who said, “With my majority,

tural minister Gerry Ritz summarily fired the eight CWB democratically elected farmer-representative board members. Once this was accomplished, the government autocratically replaced these board members with Conservative appointees. Subsequent to their firing, these former board members launched a court injunction to stop the Harper government from implementing Bill C-18, which only weeks earlier federal justice (Douglas) Campbell had ruled was an illegal change to the Wheat Board Act. Justice Campbell, in the first Winnipeg court hearing of Dec. 7, ruled that “the rule of law must inform the interpretation of S 47.1 of the CWB

Act which sets out a process that includes consultation and a democratic vote (of grain producers) prior to abolishing the single desk.” The justice also ruled that “the minister will be held accountable for his disregard of the rule of law.” …Justice Campbell’s court ruling in December is worthy of reflection. “When government does not comply with the law, this is not merely non-compliance with a particular law, it is an affront to the rule of law itself.” The next federal court’s ruling … is at the heart of democracy in Canada. The sign “Stop Harper” that government page Brigette DePape held up for all Canadians to see during the throne speech in Ottawa last fall, like

PYRRHIC VICTORY To the Editor: I am an old man, and the fire in my blood has pretty well cooled right down. But when I read letters like the one from Andreas Boersch (Feb. 2 WP), I feel my face getting red, and it’s not from embarrassment. If we were swordsmen, and he made a false move as he does in the opening paragraph of his letter, I’d have skewered him. But they say the pen is mightier than the sword, so here goes. If Boersch substitutes one word in the paragraph, namely wheat, with the word canola, unless he is in the less than one percent minority who have never signed a TUA (technical use agreement), then his argument is just windy rhetoric. There is not a single farmer who has signed a TUA, or a LTA (Liberty and Trait Agreement) or a Clearfield commitment, which essentially covers the canola seed waterfront, who can say he can do what he likes with his or her canola. Boersch dare not take enough seed out of his canola bin to seed this year’s crop without running the risk of being sued right back into the Stone Age. To yatter on about freedom being achieved by getting rid of the Canadian Wheat Board is arrant nonsense. I’m not sure who Boersch will be hauling his grain to from where he farms, but whoever it is, I bet they lick their chops every time they spot him in town. Freedom, in our present society, is a will-o-the-wisp, a chimera that recedes as we pursue it. Farmers are free to farm within the ever-tightening parameters of what our upstream suppliers will sell for and our downstream buyers will pay for. To claim some ridiculous Pyrrhic victory because the CWB is no longer operating is like a rooster crowing where there are no hens. John Beckham, Winnipeg, Man.

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OPINION it or not, was a harbinger of things to come. Those who still have faith in parliamentary democracy in Canada and hold to the belief that the government of the day must respect the established law until such time as the law is legitimately changed remain hopeful that Parliament will not be reduced to an agency of the party in power. Norm Dyck, Grande Prairie, Alta.

REVIEW NEEDED To the Editor: In a speech in Switzerland, prime minister Stephen Harper hinted at possible changes to Canadian Old Age Security benefits. The ratio of workers to retired people w ill

decline from four-to-one to twoto-one by 2030, leaving fewer people to fund OAS through their taxes. In this speech, Harper said the Canada Pension Plan is fully funded and doesn’t need to be changed. He also stated that steps have already been taken to limit the growth of our health-care spending and these changes are necessary to ensure sustainability for the next generation while not affecting current recipients. This long-range balanced budget planning with an ultimate goal of clearing Canada’s national debt would be endorsed by a majority of Canadians if at this time there is a complete review of all government expenditures, laws and programs. This may, for example, include possible changes to pensions of MPs and senators, who are eligible for pen-

sions at age 55 after just six years in the Commons, with many receiving annual pensions in excess of $100,000. Canadian taxpayers pay more than $23 to every dollar MPs and senators contribute to their pension plan. A majority of Canadians would also expect an end to costly long-term programs that have failed to achieve the expected results, such as the Official Languages Act (1969), which in over 40 years has increased total government costs by over $1 trillion. Ken Kellington, Devon, Alta.

EFFICIENT FEEDING? To the Editor: In your Jan. 19 issue, Jude Capper of

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Washington State University tells us that the average U.S. fed beef animal produces a carcass weight of 773 lbs. in about 16 months. She then proceeds to tell us how much more land and water would be needed and how much more carbon dioxide would be emitted if the U.S. switched to grass-fed beef. It is very difficult to verify her statements without knowing the output (age and carcass weight) of the grass-fed system used in her calculations. In the past two years, we have produced carcass weights averaging 650 lbs. from animals killed off of pasture at 16 to 17 months old with no grain or supplements, and no implants. By taking the same animals up to 22 to 24 months, a carcass weight of around 750 lbs. can be achieved. I do not like the idea of taking the animal up to 24 months since this

requires an extra winter of relatively expensive baleage, although the carcass will have heavier marbling. The key to any grass-fed program is high quality pasture, along with the right genetics, animal health, etc. While my grass-fed beef example does not appear as “efficient” as the fed cattle mentioned above, when you consider the inputs (or lack of inputs), it looks very economical. Eventually energy costs will get to the point that grass-fed beef will be considered not only economical, but also highly efficient. In the meantime, beware of studies that show the most energy intensive systems to be both more efficient and more environmentally friendly. Jim Johnston, New Liskeard, Ont.

FAITH | BELIEFS

Thinking about Lent’s meaning SPIRITUAL VIGNETTES

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any Christians follow the practice of Lent, which begins on Ash Wednesday, 40 days before Easter. Many rituals and traditions fall in place at this time, but I think about what Lent means. Because Easter is considered the high point on the Christian calendar, we are invited to prepare ourselves spiritually, physically and socially to consider the meaning of life and death. First, Lent is a time of sacrifice. We remind ourselves of sacrifice by “giving up” something we enjoy, such as special food observances. Second, during Lent we pay special attention to suffering — either in our own lives or in the life of the world around us. We become more sensitive to the plight of the homeless or to those who are abused and forgotten. By giving our attention to these things, we acknowledge that our world is far from perfect. It may even be that we will commit ourselves to try to improve a particular situation. In this way many recognize that the faith-filled are called to be servants and enablers for other people. Third, Lent invites us to look more closely at our understanding of death. Usually, the only other time we think about death is when we have lost someone close to us. Those times of emotion and pain are not the times when we can look more rationally at the many issues involved. Lent is also a time when we talk about how God also seemed powerless over the death of Jesus, his son. Yet inherent in the story is the Easter message of hope — that a form of life reaches out beyond the grave. How healthy for all of us, through story and ritual and contemplation, to take time to consider these things. How ready we are, at the end, to give ourselves over to the joy of Easter. access=subscriber section=opinion,none,none

Joyce Sasse writes for the Canadian Rural Church Network at www.canadian ruralchurch.net.

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CONFERENCE BOARD OF CANADA | FOOD SAFETY

Slow-moving traceability initiative called waste of effort More for show than effect | Instead, speaker calls for national database to monitor food-borne disease outbreaks in Canada BY BARRY WILSON OTTAWA BUREAU

TORONTO — Federal and provincial agriculture ministers made a commitment more than two years ago to develop a comprehensive mandatory national traceability system for the livestock industry. “They agreed that a mandatory comprehensive national system for livestock will be in place by 2011 and that implementation will be supported by national funding and regulatory framework,” ministers said in a July 10, 2009, statement. Only Saskatchewan minister Bob

Bjornerud dissented, preferring a voluntary system. Tens of millions of dollars have been spent in the past 31 months to help industry comply, and ministers insist progress is being made, even though the 2011 deadline has been missed. But a private sector expert on designing traceability systems says the project is far behind schedule and making little progress. Susan Wilkinson, an IBM Global Business Services expert on developing food safety and traceability systems for industry, told a Canadian Food Summit Feb. 7 that “government leadership in big picture thinking” is

needed to move the project ahead. “Despite a lot of years and a lot of money, we really haven’t got very far,” she said at the summit, which was organized by the Conference Board of Canada. “We are moving very slowly toward it.” She said a large part of the problem is that responsibility for political leadership is divided between three levels of government jurisdiction. As a result, Canada is in danger of falling behind other countries. “It truly is a global unstoppable force.” Yet for University of Manitoba food safety specialist Richard Holley, the emphasis on the traceability project

is misplaced. “The irony is that we think if we move forward with comprehensive traceability programs, we are doing something meaningful in terms of food safety,” he said in an interview. “I’m saying, ‘no, we’re not.’ We’re getting better traceability and that’s fine in and of itself, but don’t for a minute think you are making a significant contribution in terms of food safety because you’re not.” He said spending money on things like that is analogous to installing a sunroof on a car that has bald tires. In a passionate speech to the conference, Holley argued that concen-

tration on traceability is more for show than effect. The most effective way to combat outbreaks of foodborne illness is to develop a national database on food-borne outbreaks and their causes that would let public health officials react quickly. Gaetan Lussier, former federal deputy agriculture minister and current chair of the Canadian AgriFood Policy Institute, said food standards have to be national and not set by provinces or allowed to develop without direction or coherence by industry. A credible and robust national traceability program is a vital part of that effort. access=subscriber section=news,none,none

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NATIONAL FOOD CONFERENCE | ECONOMIES OF SCALE

Farmer rejects big-is-better ‘bias’ at food summit Small farm viability | Some industry experts say policies that support small, inefficient farmers can depress prices

TORONTO — An underlying theme from many agribusiness-connected speakers at a national food conference last week was that the future of the food industry depends on achieving “economies of scale.” On Feb. 8 during a speech on industry viability, Conference Board of Canada vice-president Michael Bloom said farm number decline is concentrated in the sector with less than $50,000 in annual revenues. “Small farms are struggling,” he said at the meeting, which the conference board organized as one step in plans to develop a national food strategy. “The bigger you are, the stronger your viability.” The previous day, Loblaw Cos. Ltd. executive chair Galen Weston argued for a public policy environment that allows smaller farmers and manufacturers to be viable, but he also complained about public policy that makes the food sector “less competitive than it should be.” He said one example is programs that send support money to “smaller inefficient producers” whose production helps over-supply markets and depress prices. Later, Maple Leaf Foods president Michael McCain told the conference that larger units will be required to keep the Canadian sector viable. “People will have to get used to bigger farms and processors,” he said. “People can’t afford to oppose scale in food production on ideology alone. Explain that to the people who don’t have enough food.” Underlying the “big-is-better” comments were implicit criticisms of supply management because its higher prices, market share quotas and import controls help keep smaller farms viable. By day two, eastern Ontario smallscale farmer Coral Sproule had heard enough. “Big is not the only way to go,” she told Bloom after his presentation that included the decline of “struggling” smaller farms. Some smaller farmers do well, replied Bloom, but the statistics show it is the sector most likely to suffer exodus. Sproule said she earns revenues of $10,000 per acre on her two-acre vegetable and goat operation near Perth, Ont. With few inputs or costs, most of that stays with the farm. She is involved in the communitysupported agriculture sector that involves advance contracts with consumers for the produce she delivers. “I just think there has been a fundamental bias (at the conference) that scale is the only answer to viability,” the Ontario National Farmers Union youth adviser said in an interview. “It seems to me they are talking only about economic sustainability and not environmental sustainability and I do believe smaller farms can be viable without buying into the economies-of-scale ideology.” Sproule said she also “took exception to some of the comments that supply management is a social program and not an economic issue.” In fact, agribusiness speakers walked carefully around the issue of the impact of supply management access=subscriber section=news,none,none

regulations and restrictions on Canadian food sector viability. When a representative of the antisupply management Canadian Restaurant and Foodservices Association asked about the impact of mar-

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EDMONTON — It’s business as usual for agriculture in the latest provincial budget, said Alberta’s agriculture minister. “We came through relatively unscathed in any shape or form. We did very well,” said Evan Berger, after the budget was released Feb. 9. Agriculture spending increased from $972 million to more than $1 billion in the 2012-13 budget and is expected to continue to increase slightly over the next two years. Alberta finance minister Ron Liepert has forecast Alberta’s revenues to increase $1.8 billion to a record $40.3 billion through a combination of higher income tax revenue, strong bitumen royalties and higher federal transfers. No tax increases have been planned for the 2012-13 provincial budget, said Liepert Feb. 9 when he delivered the provincial budget. “There are ways of creating a bigger pie. It’s not just as simple as if you raise taxes, you will get more money. If you raise royalty rates, you will get more money. That is the discussion we want to have with Albertans because we want to have creative ways of making this happen rather than simply just increase taxes.” The biggest jump in agricultural spending was an increase in income supports to an expected $226 million

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from $171 million as the province rebuilds its financial cushion in income support programs. “There was not a lot of draw this year but with that comes an increased liability with higher prices and high yields. We’re building up a margin to address it if we have an issue.” Budgets for Agriculture Services Boards, the agricultural division of rural municipalities, has increased $1 million to address increased costs associated with their growing role as agricultural advisors. “They are really great at addressing local issues rather than from 400 miles away. This million will just help them meet some of their cost pressures,” said Berger. It’s the first increase directed at these boards in more than seven years. Bob Barss, president of the Alberta Association of Municipal Districts and Counties, is happy with the budget, especially with increases to infrastructure grants and Municipal Sustainability Initiative funding. “The budget for rural municipalities is a pretty strong budget. Our MSI grants went up by one percent. We’re happy about that,” said Barss. Secure MSI funding is what municipalities count on to plan for rebuilding roads, bridges and municipal projects. MSI funding is projected to increase from $876 million to $896 million to just over $1 billion in two years. “That is going to have a huge impact

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Alberta agriculture minister Evan Berger says agriculture did well in the latest budget. | FILE PHOTO

on what is happening in municipalities and a huge impact in rural Alberta and we’re glad to see that has taken place,” he said. Secure funding is especially key when many of Alberta’s bridges, built in the 1950s, are coming to the end of their life. “It’s good to see the government has recognized that need.” Barss is concerned about a reduction in funding for water and wastewater projects, both big issues facing rural Albertans. Despite decreases in some areas, he believes rural Albertans won’t see big cuts coming. “There is a lot of good things in this budget for rural Alberta. Rural Alberta is going to come out pretty well.” access=subscriber section=news,none,none

Long-time Dairy Farmers of Canada president Jacques Laforge, who stepped down last summer after seven years, has been appointed the new Canadian Dairy Commission chief executive officer. The appointment was lambasted by critics of the supply management price-setting system and the CDC’s role in establishing annual base federal support prices for some dairy products. They complained that the Feb. 7 appointment by agriculture minister Gerry Ritz continues a CDC bias toward producers at the expense of the processing and retail sector. Laforge, from northern New Brunswick, replaces former Ontario dairy farmer leader John Core. “The head of the CDC should be an industry leader and not just a dairy farmer leader,” Canadian Restaurant and Foodservices Association president Garth Whyte said. “We can’t help but feel that the deck is stacked against us.” The CRFA has been a vocal and leading critic of supply management, arguing that its impact on raising dairy, chicken and egg prices undermine the viability of restaurant and foodservices members. “The dairy commission should be a neutral industry body and we see there is a heavy bias to the producer side,” he said in Toronto. Laforge, a lifelong farm activist with a 1,000-acre mixed farming operation in northern New Brunswick, said his critics should withhold their judgment until they see him in action. “What my experience over the last number of years shows is that I understand we need innovation and motivation to make some changes,” he said. “My agenda is to make the dairy industry more responsive to market demands. My message to the (CRFA) is give me time. I’m willing to meet with them to understand their issues.” He said the CRFA never met with him during his seven years of DFC leadership to talk about their objec-

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tions to the effects of supply management. But Laforge said the ability of dairy producers to receive adequate returns for their production and labour should not be in doubt. “The future of the industry has to be stable with profits for all or quality will suffer.” The DFC is a federal crown corporation that oversees relations between industry players. It sets price support levels in December for skim milk powder and butter that influence dairy prices across the country. Prices typically increase each year and the CRFA says they have far outstripped production costs or t h e a b i l i t y o f re s t au rat e u r s t o absorb them without undermining viability. During Core’s term, the CDC set a goal of increasing dairy support prices enough to make sure that at least half of dairy farmers receive their annual cost of production. It led to several years of price hikes well above the rate of inflation. “We certainly hope that Jacques will be reasonable, and I have never met him,” said Whyte. “But he has spent the last number of years defending and promoting a policy written 40 years ago that hurts consumers, processors and retailers. There certainly is a perception of bias in this appointment.” Laforge countered that his role will be to help the dairy industry work together for change and innovation. “I see my role as helping the industry make changes that helps everyone in the industry,” he said. While he will be required to spend time at CDC head office in Ottawa, Laforge said he expects to split his time between head office and his farm.

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Genetically modified acres increase, despite resistance Greenpeace remains opposed | While some countries welcome GM crops, others have suspended production BY SEAN PRATT SASKATOON NEWSROOM

Genetically modified crops continue along their projected growth path halfway through the second decade of commercialization. In its annual report detailing the global adoption of the seed technology, the International Service for the Acquisition of Agri-biotech Applications said 16.7 million farmers in 29 countries planted 395 million acres of GM crops in 2011. That represents an eight percent increase in both farmers and acreage over 2010, although the number of countries remains the same. ISAAA chair Clive James said at this pace the world will achieve the predictions he made at the end of the first decade of commercialization in 2006 when he forecast a doubling of the 10.3 million farmers, 252 million acres and 22 countries growing GM crops. “Biotech crops are the fastest adopted crop technology in the history of modern agriculture,” he said during a teleconference announcing the findings of the 2011 report. But according to Greenpeace, GM crops account for a small fraction of the food grown around the world. “Contrary to the claims in the report, GE crops remain a global fail-

ure with only about one percent of global farmers cultivating GE crops,” senior campaigner Lasse Bruun said in a news release. Lucy Sharratt, co-ordinator of the Canadian Biotechnology Action Network, said only seven GM crops have been commercialized and the market is still dominated by two traits — herbicide tolerance and insect resistance. “This belies the 20-year-old promises from the biotechnology industry about what they would be able to produce,” she said. “They always say new crops are on the horizon.” In fact, GM soybean, corn, cotton and canola accounted for 99 percent of biotech acres in 2011. James said the technology was first put to use in a fibre crop (cotton), then moved into feed crops (corn and soybeans) and will be transitioning into food crops in the coming years. He anticipates that Golden Rice, a crop designed to remedy vitamin A deficiency, will be approved for commercial production in the Philippines as early as 2013, paving the way for adoption of the technology by other countries in Asia. James said that would be a major breakthrough for GM food crops. An estimated 250 million farmers grow rice. access=subscriber section=news,crops,none

COTTONING ON TO BIOTECH Growers around the world planted 395 million acres of GM crops in 2011, almost all of which was soybean, corn, cotton and canola. This chart shows the adoption rate in each of those crops. Cotton leads the way with 82 percent of global acreage seeded to GM varieties. Global adoption (%) for principal biotech crops (million acres), 2011 445

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“Rice is the most important food crop in the world that feeds half of humanity,” he said. But it isn’t the only food crop nearing commercialization. A GM eggplant is being field tested in the Philippines and Bangladesh. And there is the renewed interest in GM wheat research in the United States, Australia and China, where

researchers are working on drought tolerance, fusarium resistance, antisprouting and improved quality. James anticipates the first GM wheat lines will be commercialized before 2020. Sharratt scoffs at the notion of the technology moving into food crops. “Obviously, corporations want to commercialize GM traits in the staple crops of rice and wheat but the public and the markets aren’t going to let that happen,” she said. She noted that India placed a moratorium on the approval of GM eggplant in 2010. Greenpeace said China and Thailand have suspended commercialization of GM rice. “(ISAAA is) ignoring the reality of global resistance,” said Sharratt. Another setback happened in January when BASF announced it was halting development and commercialization of all GM crops targeted for cultivation in the European Union, including Fortuna, a table potato offering complete protection from late blight. The company will continue to seek EU approval of the product since a package has already been submitted to regulatory authorities. James said it is important for the EU to approve this product. Late blight is the disease that caused the Irish famine of 1845, which killed one million people. It causes up to $7.5 billion in crop damage annually to the world’s fourth most important food crop.

Restrictive government regulations are the biggest impediment to the continued growth of GM crops. James said that’s a tragedy because the world will consume twice as much food in the next 50 years as it has in the previous 10,000 years. “Regrettably the vast majority of global society is completely unaware of the formidable challenge of feeding the world of tomorrow. Also, most do not realize the potential contribution of biotechnology.” James, who worked with Nobel laureate Norman Borlaug for 30 years, said the real benefit is in the alleviation of poverty and hunger and the side benefits that accompany those objectives. “(Borlaug) used to insist that you cannot build peace on empty stomachs. He was right,” he said. James blames the EU for influencing policy makers in some developing countries where impoverished farmers could benefit from the technology. But he is encouraged by the 11 percent growth rate in the adoption of GM crops in developing countries in 2011, which was twice as fast as the five percent expansion in industrial countries. Developing countries accounted for half of global biotech acreage in 2011, led by Brazil, Argentina, India, China and South Africa. And 90 percent of the 16.7 million farmers growing GM crops are resource-poor producers in developing countries.

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SASKATCHEWAN | THIRD-QUARTER FINANCIAL REPORT

Flood costs in Sask. total $360M; tally expected to grow Costs offset by federal gov’t | Provincial Disaster Assistance Program claims add up in aftermath of last year’s significant flooding BY KAREN BRIERE REGINA BUREAU

Saskatchewan’s flood costs have ballooned to $360 million in the third-quar ter financial repor t released Feb. 10 from a projected $244 million at mid-year. Finance minister Ken Krawetz said those costs have been offset by a $193 million contribution from the federal government for its portion of costshared programs and a $120 million special dividend from Crown Investments Corporation, namely SaskPower.

The majority of the flood cost, $145.1 million, is related to claims for property damage under the Provincial Disaster Assistance Program. The federal government paid most of the $123.3 million under the PDAP sliding scale. The costs will go higher. “We’ve met the challenges in agriculture. We’ve met the challenges in PDAP,” Krawetz said. “There are still claims coming in and there will be additional dollars that w ill be expended into the future that will involve both the province and the federal government.”

He said highway development is an ongoing expense but flooding did cause unanticipated repair. On the other hand, the abundance of water pushed SaskPower’s revenue higher because it was able to produce more hydroelectric power at a cheaper cost. The corporation’s revenue for the year will be well above $250 million and allowed for the special dividend, Krawetz said. The general revenue fund is on track for a thin surplus of $56 million this year, he said. He will announce the 2012-13 budget March 21.

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Premier meets with U.S. officials to discuss flood strategy Keeping an eye on rainfall | Agreement between state and province must address more than just snow pack, says North Dakota governor BY KAREN BRIERE REGINA BUREAU

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spring, we have agreed on both sides of the border to monitor the situation very carefully with respect to snow pack, with respect to rains that might come and we will obviously have some flexibility to increase the release and avoid what we saw last year,” he said. The province received good news Feb. 3 when an examination of the Alameda Dam found no structural or stability problems. Wall said the final report on the dam’s condition would be available in about a week but it appears the reservoir can hold more water than officials thought. A similar examination of Rafferty is underway. The dams have been operating under the original 1989 international agreement, and Wall said that worked well until last year. However, all state and provincial leaders agreed that the agreement deals only with managing snow pack, and not rain, and must be updated. Dalrymple said North Dakotans do not blame Saskatchewan for the disaster that befell them. “I am satisfied going through all the details of last year that there is nothing that our Saskatchewan neighbours could have done or would have done that would have improved the situation on the river,” he said. “Every decision was made properly.” Still, he said the annual operating plan for the dams must include rainfall, and Canada and the United States must have the latitude to do what they need to do in the event of an emergency despite plan constraints. He said better communication is critical, particularly of rain gauge data from Saskatchewan. As well, he said the leaders agreed they should investigate the longterm target flows in the Souris River basin in both countries with a view to better managing the channel. Wall said there is “precious little that is off the table” but would not say another dam is in the works. Saskatchewan environment minister Dustin Duncan said another structure had previously been considered further up the system on Long Creek, but the focus now is looking at Rafferty to see if it could be expanded. That is more realistic, he added. Hoeven said everything is on the table. “You’re going to see more storage where we can create it — Rafferty, Alameda, Lake Darling (in North Dakota),” he said. “You’re going to see levee work, diversion work along the river, and you’re going to see revisions to both the annual operating agreement on a regular basis and the permanent agreement that’s going to co-ordinate with the various flood protections that are built.” Long-term changes should address the ability to sustain a higher flow over time, he added. Dalrymple said inspection of the Lake Darling dam found that its size and management could also be improved. “What’s important is that people understand the time frame of all these things,” he said. “Increasing the size of the dam is a longer-term solution. We have shortterm decisions in the United States, particularly in Minot, that need to be made.”

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CHINA-CANADA TRADE | BEEF

China opens door to Canadian tallow Banned after BSE discovered | Deal could be worth more than $110 million for Canada BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

China has agreed to accept Canadian tallow, the first stage toward broader access for beef products banned since 2003. The announcement came Feb. 8 during a Canadian trade mission to China that included prime minister Stephen Harper and a large contingent of agricultural representatives. The CanadianCattlemens Association says total tallow and beef exports could exceed $110 million once full trade is restoredy. China was the top export market for Canadian industrial tallow in 2002, which is used in soaps, cosmetics, waxes, biodiesel and lubricants. Â Most tallow has been used domestically in Canada since 2003, when the discovery of BSE shut the country out of many beef export markets, said Ken Ingram of West Coast Reductions in Vancouver. Under world animal health guidelines, tallow is allowed only .15 percent impurities, which is mostly traces of protein. Ingram adopted a wait and see attitude to the announcement. â&#x20AC;&#x153;An announcement is one thing. Trade is another,â&#x20AC;? he said. China agreed in June 2010 to restore access for Canadian beef and beef products in stages. The next stage is persuading China to accept more Canadian processing facilities, said John Masswohl of the CCA. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It has taken some time to get the technical details worked out.â&#x20AC;? Three facilities have been approved to provide boneless beef from cattle younger than 30 months and more are needed because many smaller plants may be well positioned to fill Chinese requirements. The Chinese do not accept meat with ractopamine residues. A smaller facility may be better able to gather cattle that meet that specification than a large, high volume plant. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our feeling is it is important to get additional facilities approved. Smaller facilities are in a better position because they may already have approval for special products like natural beef,â&#x20AC;? he said. The final stage is approval for bonein product from cattle of all ages. Canadian beef is already accepted in Hong Kong and Macau, and some probably enters the mainland. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have noticed our per capita shipments to Hong Kong and Macau access=subscriber section=news,livestock,none

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are very high. If we are going to go in the front door, we have to meet their regulations,â&#x20AC;? Masswohl said. It is difficult to estimate the trade potential with China because good statistics on the size of its national cow herd and meat production are hard to verify. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As countries increase their per capita income and disposable wealth, they consume more beef,â&#x20AC;? he said.

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A man unloads snow taken from his yard in his horse-driven cart on an open field in Posta village near Bucharest Feb. 1. Record-low temperatures in parts of Eastern Europe pushed the death toll from arctic conditions to at least 89 people by early February and have forced Russian gas provider Gazprom to rein in supplies to Europe in favour of domestic consumption. Fourteen people in Romania and eight people in neighbouring Bulgaria have now died in the cold snap, which is also threatening grain crops. | REUTERS/BOGDAN CRISTEL PHOTO WEATHER | EUROPE

Little frost damage to EU crops — so far Lack of snow cover a problem | Winter crops in Poland, Romania and the Baltic countries have suffered the most damage HAMBURG, Germany (Reuters) — Bitterly cold weather that has engulfed much of Europe is raising concerns about damage to European Union grain, but crops could still come through the cold snap unscathed, analysts said. No actual damage has been report-

ed in top producers France, Germany and Britain, but there will be increased worry that next year’s harvest will suffer if the cold snap was to continue. Grain can survive temperatures as low as - 20 C if they have protective snow to insulate them, but unusually

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actual damage. The impact of the cold weather and deep frosts is hard to judge in France, the EU’s top wheat producer, because the mild start to the winter, rain and the absence of frost means plants have grown faster than usual. Soft wheat is about two to three weeks in advance of normal growth for the start of February and it is hard to say if plants are more vulnerable to frosts in their current advanced growth phase, observers said. France suffered frosts of - 8 to - 10 C starting Jan. 31 but cold winds had increased the impact in some major grain belts. The unusually advanced growth phase of French grain means damage could be suffered even if temperatures do not fall as low as - 20 C. “We cannot say what will be the impact of the cold spell (on soft wheat) because it is a situation that we have never seen,” said JeanCharles Deswarte of the French crop institute Arvalis. Concern mainly focuses on French durum, which is less resistant to cold weather than soft wheat. France is a key producer of the crop. Analysts said grain has little or no snow cover in France’s Beauce grain belt and the western coast, two of the country’s three largest durum producing regions. However, French rapeseed seemed to be coping well with the cold. “We are not particularly worried at this stage,” said Fabien Lagarde of the oilseed technical institute Cetiom. Some French forecasters had predicted slightly warmer weather with the arrival of some snow, but temperatures were still expected to stay below zero in most of France. Germany, the EU’s second largest wheat producer, has suffered regular frosts of up to - 15 C in grain belts with isolated temperatures as low as - 20 C. Snow cover is thin or absent in much of the country. “Currently there is concern about the possibility of frost damage to wheat and rapeseed, but I do not think significant damage has been suffered yet,” one German grains

analyst said. “Modern wheat strains sown in Germany can withstand temperatures of up to - 20 C without snow cover for short periods. If the cold snap goes on, we will be worried. Frosts of around - 14 C are forecast up to (Feb. 6) so little improvement is in sight, we will just have to wait and see how the weather turns out.” The cold snap is unlikely to damage grain and oilseed crops in the EU’s third largest wheat producer, Britain. “It is not abnormally cold, nowhere near the temperatures we had last winter, and that didn’t appear to do much damage, so I don’t think anyone is concerned about what is happening at the moment,” said analyst Jack Watts of Britain’s Home-Grown Cereals Authority. “Probably the beginning of the winter was too mild for the crops and they will have been getting a buildup of disease,” Watts said. “If anything, the cold weather may well have been beneficial to the crops to help harden them up a bit and manage the disease.” A temperature drop in Italy, a major grain importer, has so far not damaged wheat plantings, farmers and grain traders said. Snow in northern and central regions had eased concerns about possible dryness in spring, they added. In import-hungry Spain, farmers said recent warm, dry weather was more of a problem for crop development than the cold snap, but any forecasts before the make-or-break months of April and May would be premature. Attention is starting to move to eastern EU countries where damage risks appear higher. Snow cover is believed to be thin in Poland, Romania and the Baltic countries, so grain may be facing low temperatures without protection, said Laurine Simon of French analysts Strategie Grains. “It’s clear there will be damage for winter crops.” Winds lifting thin snow could amplify risk, she said.

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TRADE RULES | COUNTRY-OF-ORIGIN LABELLING

U.S. cattle groups urge COOL change to ease trade COOL violates trade rules | Farm groups want country-of-origin labelling retained, but amended to conform with WTO rules BY KAREN BRIERE REGINA BUREAU

SASKATOON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; A large American farm organization says it is in livestock producersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; best interests to resolve issues surrounding countryof-origin labelling and not appeal last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s World Trade Organization ruling. The ruling declared that the U.S. labelling requirements violated WTO rules. The office of the U.S. Trade Representative is to announce in March whether it will appeal.

However, the American Farm Bureau Federation passed a motion at its annual meeting in January to support COOL legislation that is WTO compliant. The position is similar to the one taken by the National Cattlemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Beef Association last summer, said Canadian Cattlemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association president Travis Toews, who attended the AFBF meeting. He said delegates to that meeting also want a legislated solution as soon as possible. The industry has seen wide swings in basis levels since COOL was

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Almost everyone at Saskatchewan Agriculture’s Wheat Summit seemed to agree that more funding is needed for wheat research. However, there was also consensus that producers and public breeders can’t do it alone. The private sector must also be a partner, speakers argued, but no one knows what those partnerships and agreements will look like, how they will share that information and who will own what at the end. “Public private partnerships are actually really hard,” said Roman Szumski of the National Research Council. “It takes a first step of groups coming together seeing that there’s going to be value for them.” The Wheat Summit, a first for the agriculture ministry, brought industry officials, public breeders and industry representatives under one roof in Saskatoon. Summit participants were clear that there is value in the work. Small increases in productivity and efficiency can add billions of dollars to the industry. As well, both sides offer something unique, whether it’s expertise, field trial capacity or money. “What the private sector does bring to the table is discipline, focus, speed and ways of managing and spending their capital that are much more sophisticated than the tools that you have typically in public sector organizations, and that accelerates the process dramatically,” said Szumski. A call was made at the summit for further investment. Some $20 million is spent on wheat research in Canada, paling by tens of millions to investment in Australia and Mexico. T hat m e a n s c o m p e t i t i o n f o r research dollars is not just between companies but also between countries, said David Dzisiak of Dow Agrosciences. “But the key thing will be how much of that can land and stick here,” he said. It’s hoped that a new $10 million commitment for wheat research from the Saskatchewan government will leverage interest from the private sector, drawing more investment to the province such as Bayer CropScience’s wheat breeding centre in Saskatoon. Jean-Marc Ruest of Richardson International Ltd. said the industry must agree on the needs of its customers. High protein quality wheat traditionally grown on the Prairies may no longer be best suited for a growing international market, he added. “The one size fits all approach of the past probably doesn’t work.” He also identified the variety registration process as an obstacle for the wheat industry. The annual number of wheat varieties approved each year needs to increase, he said. It can take a decade to bring a product to market. “You ought to be able to go in knowing with a great amount of confiaccess=subscriber section=news,crops,none

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The public and private sectors have different and sometimes contradictory objectives, but that doesn’t mean the two sides can’t work together, says Hans-Joachim Braun. It’s all in the planning, said the wheat program director for CIMMYT, a non-profit research centre headaccess=subscriber section=news,none,none

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“Once that has been done, they let everybody afterwards compete, but don’t try to compete all the time, because that is much more expense and a much tougher way to reach a goal,” said Braun. However, the issue of intellectual property was a recurring theme at the conference. He said clear expectations are crucial at the initial stages of these partnerships, and the involvement of both parties should be established from the outset. “The issue of (intellectual property) should really be discussed openly, and eventually you have to decide who will do what and where,” he said. “I think this is really crucial to come to such agreements.” Agreements must specify how the technology can be used and shared. For example, one agreement could allow both sides to use the technology to develop cultivars, but the technology itself would remain confidential. Other agreements may allow one side to develop a product and the other to market it, with one side claiming a royalty or exclusivity to a certain market. CIMMYT, which has a lengthy list of international public donors, has partnered with Syngenta for wheat research. The agreement, according to the centre’s website, “will leverage Syngenta’s highly developed genetic market technology.” Added Braun: “We enter research agreements, we are basically very selfish, because we want to get something out of such partnerships, which helps our clients, and these are the poor farmers in developing countries.”

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With new phosphorus regulations about to affect Manitoba hog farmers next year, it’s encouraging to hear that modern methods don’t just promise — they deliver. Both phytase and mechanical manure separators appear to remove lots of phosphorus from pig manure, experts told the Manitoba Swine Seminar. “Feed management, I think, is key,” said feed and phytase researcher Olayiwala Adeola of Purdue University. Adeola said phytase, an additive mixed into feed, is repeatedly proving in tests that it allows pigs to digest and extract phosphorus from feed much better. That means farmers can feed low-phosphorus feed to their animals and actually get better phosphorus consumption than with uncomplemented feed. For many farmers, that means their animals are becoming more efficient, which is a good thing. But for farmers facing tough new regulations on manure application, it also lowers the phosphorus content in manure and alleviates the squeeze they’re facing in 2012. Many Red River Valley farmers might be pushed out of business by the regulations if they can’t find enough land upon which to spread their barns’ manure. Previous regulations controlled nitrogen spread, and most farmers found enough land to ensure they could meet the standards. However, the new regulations focus on phosphorus and have significantly increased the amount of land farmers need for spreading manure. Tests at the National Centre for Livestock and the Environment found that pig manure could be spread on some quarter sections in

the Red River Valley only every four or five years because of the low phosphorus limits. However, various methods being tested by farmers and the industry are showing much promise, such as phytase. Wet feeding systems, used in a couple of Manitoba operations, appear to significantly reduce the amount of phosphorus coming out of pigs by allowing natural agents to make the phosphorus available to the animals’ digestive system. Low phosphorus feeds are a first line of defence: less phosphorus going in at the pig’s front end means less opportunity for it to come out the other end. Lorne Grieger of the Prairie Agricultural Machinery Institute told the recent Swine Seminar that two mechanical manure separators his people tested are able to extract 30 to 60 percent of the phosphorus from liquid manure by removing the solids. Grieger said the best and cheapest ways to reduce the amount of phosphorus coming out of pigs include low phosphorus crops, high phosphorus uptake crops, rotations that maximize phosphorus removal and feed ingredients. However, the two mechanical separators his organization tested both cleared solids and lowered phosphorus content of pig manure. Adeola said there is lots of room for further improvement in phosphorus reduction in manure, especially through feed. Phytase makes only 60 percent of the phosphorus in pig feed available for the pig to absorb, so other methods and products might be able to increase the amount that can be digested and used. That would allow lower phosphorus feed to be consumed with no negative impact on the animal. access=subscriber section=news,livestock,none

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Lester, left, and Gary Waldron of Rimbey, Alta., get their miniature horses, Tom and Jerry, ready for the Rimbey Sleigh, Wagon and Saddle Club’s annual cutter parade Feb. 4. Their parents, Holly and Norman, let the boys do their own work but supervise to make sure all is well. Gary will do the driving but both are veterans and have lived around horses all their lives. | F. SCOTTY AITKEN PHOTOS

DAIRY | SUPPLY MANAGEMENT

New Zealand’s dairy model not cream of the crop: critic Supply management defended | Milk prices in New Zealand are almost double Canadian prices and productivity is lower, says an opponent to deregulation BY BARRY WILSON OTTAWA BUREAU

In the international campaign against Canada’s supply managed dairy system, no voice is more critical than New Zealand’s, a global dairy powerhouse that deregulated its industry 25 years ago. In the domestic campaign against supply management, New Zealand is often held out as proof that the end of protectionism and regulation would invigorate Canada’s dairy industry, making it more productive while producing lower-priced products for consumers. New Zealand is a leading supply management critic in World Trade Organization talks and the Cairns group of exporting nations. It also opposes Canada joining the TransPacific Partnership group unless it is prepared to negotiate away supply management tariff protections. At the Dairy Farmers of Canada annual policy conference Feb. 2 in Ottawa, academics from Canada and New Zealand who have studied the competing dairy industry models as part of a Norwegian-sponsored agriculture project suggested the comparisons are not so stark. Bruce Muirhead, history professor and associate dean of arts at the University of Waterloo, is an unabashed defender of the benefits of supply management, arguing that its critics are driven by a free market ideology that does not take account of the facts. “The critics are wedded to an ideological approach that flies in the face of good management, sanity and good governance,” he told delighted

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DFC delegates, who have seen their system face a barrage of criticism during the past six months. Among the realities Muirhead says they are missing are: • despite the lack of cost-of-production price setting in New Zealand, milk prices are almost double Canadian prices and a government inquiry has been called to investigate high prices • despite allegations that Canada’s dairy prices are responsible for declining consumer demand, per capita dairy consumption has fallen much faster in New Zealand, Australia and the United States than in Canada • despite complaints that supply management stifles productivity, the average New Zealand grass-fed dairy cow produces just a fraction of the milk produced by a Canadian dairy cow enhanced by genetics and feed rations • Canada’s smaller average dairy herds (72 milking cows in Ontario compared to 300 in New Zealand) are more environmentally sustainable “Perhaps in 20 years it will be Canadian negotiators at climate change talks who will be lecturing (New Zealand) on the desirability of adopting a more enlightened and resilient

approach to dairying,” Muirhead wrote in the book Rethinking Agricultural Policy Regimes, to be published next month as a result of the Norwegian project. He says Canada’s smaller scale and more farmer-friendly policy “has a certain amount of social, economic and environmental resilience built into it.” Muirhead’s research collaborator, Hugh Campbell from New Zealand’s University of Otago, told the DFC conference that despite deregulation, the two systems have more in common than might be expected. The Fonterra dairy co-operative, which became a farmer-owned dairy exporter, is a near-monopoly buyer of New Zealand milk and the world’s largest dairy export company with 32 percent of the world’s market. Despite policy liberalization, Fonterra effectively sets prices and buys more than four billion litres of milk abroad each year to meet export obligations. Campbell said farmers worked collectively to maintain some control through Fonterra when deregulation occurred in the dairy sector. The 12,000 farmer-owners are doing well. In other industries, including the once dominant sheep and wool sector where the ideology is more individualistic, deregulation has left the sector in a deep slump. “Pastoral farmers have been big losers.” Campbell said the deregulation model that New Zealand is trying to export is not an answer for all. “Deregulation does not offer a onesize-fits-all solution,” he said. access=subscriber section=news,none,none

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Resistant wheat key to keeping stripe rust at bay Look for spores | Producers told to be vigilant in scouting fields because ‘it can be like a steamroller once it gets going’ BY BARB GLEN LETHBRIDGE BUREAU

The photograph shown on a screen in the cavernous meeting room depicted a flat green open field. On the horizon was an orangey grey cloud. Those who saw the cloud arrive in 2011 may not have realized the deadly potential it held for southern Alberta cereal crops. It contained stripe rust spores originating in the U.S. Pacific Northwest that were blown to Alberta on the wind. Stripe rust found ideal conditions and susceptible hosts in the region last summer, damaging winter wheat and spring wheat, with barley and triticale affected to a lesser extent. Crop experts are now working to ensure 2012 doesn’t bring a repeat of cereal losses due to stripe rust. Some infection is likely, given prevailing winds, but producers can take pre-

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ventive measures to limit stripe rust spread and damage. Stripe rust works by invading the plant system, reducing photosynthesis and preventing kernels from filling. “It basically hijacks the plant’s energy production system,” said Mike Harding, a plant pathology technologist with Alberta Agriculture. He told the Irrigated Crops Production Update in Lethbridge Jan. 31 that

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planting resistant wheat varieties is the most important action this spring. The varieties come in two types: all-stage resistance and adult plant resistance. The former provide immunity at all stages of plant growth, but their resistance relies on a single gene and may be rapidly overcome by stripe rust as it adapts. Adult plant resistance, as the name suggests, manifests itself in older

plants. Some are race specific, so growers need to do some homework before selecting a variety, he said. Other steps include good crop rotation and avoiding “green bridges,” which are plant materials, weeds and volunteers that host the fungus and allow it to overwinter. Harding advised farmers to scout crops and do it early. “When the pustules first break open and you can still see those spores, it’s very easy to tell when you have stripe rust,” he said. “As the disease progresses and the spores fall off or get blown away, it’s difficult to distinguish this from other things, like even cereal leaf beetle.” A foliar fungicide application may be necessary if spores are found. “If you’re in southern Alberta in an area where stripe rust has been found and you’re growing a susceptible variety, you’re in a high risk

(area) and probably need to spray.” Stripe rust thrives in cool temperatures and high moisture, which explains its increase in the last two years of good snow cover followed by cool wet springs. It also makes it more of a problem in irrigated crops, where there is always good moisture. “This is a cool season disease,” Harding said. “It prefers cooler temperatures and it can survive at -5 C. And it can actually grow, germinate and infect between 0 and 20 C, with the optimal being between 5 and 15.” A cool spring favours early disease development, Harding said. Yield reductions of up to 75 percent aren’t unheard of in severe outbreaks. “It’s definitely a disease that we take very seriously because it can be like a steamroller once it gets going. If a person wasn’t actively scouting for this disease, it can really catch you off guard.” access=subscriber section=crops,news,none

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PESTS | ALBERTA

Alberta irrigation growers get update on problem insects Producers told to be diligent about wheat midge and take action to prevent losses

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Cabbage seedpod weevil and wheat midge are the biggest insect threats in irrigated crops this year, says Alberta Agriculture insect management specialist Scott Meers. “This one’s truly an irrigated insect pest,” Meers said about the cabbage seedpod weevil during the Jan. 31 Irrigated Crop Production Update in Lethbridge. He said last year was an anomaly in the region because not every canola seed field had to be sprayed for the pest. Growers shouldn’t expect the same grace in the coming crop year, he added. “I would expect that there’s enough cabbage seedpod weevil, given the type of winter we’re going through, that we’ll see them in significant numbers next year. The population, I think, is poised for rebound in 2012.” Weevil surveys have found the insects throughout southern Alberta and in pockets around Calgary and eastward. However, they have never moved as far north as Red Deer. Meers speculates there is a natural control limiting the weevil’s northward spread. Researchers headed by Hector Carcamo of Agriculture Canada are studying control measures and have noticed trends. “When we spray at the proper timing for cabbage seedpod weevil, we have lower lygus populations for the rest of the season and we have lower diamondback moth populations through the rest of the season, but we don’t know where the thresholds are yet,” said Meers. He cautioned farmers to spray for seedpod weevil at the proper time, during early canola flower, rather than late bud or pre-bolting. Otherwise, they run the risk of killing beneficial insects. “If you spray too early with your last herbicide application, which has

Researchers warned Alberta canola growers about the rising cabbage seedpod weevil population and stressed the importance of spraying during early flowering. | FILE PHOTO kind of become the practice, we don’t know what you’re doing to the populations of the pest insects, but I do know that you’re killing all your beneficials when you may not have to.” On the wheat midge front, Meers said the pest has been working its way south in Alberta and has been spotted in the municipal districts of Willow Creek and Taber and County of Lethbridge. “It’s right on your doorstep here. Wheat midge loves moisture, so if you’re growing wheat on wheat or wheat adjacent to wheat on irrigation, it’s a perfect scenario.” Meers said yield losses could be serious unless farmers scout for the pest and take timely action. Bertha armyworms are not expected to be a major problem this year, although outbreaks are possible in central Alberta north of Vulcan up to Two Hills. There’s also a pocket of possibility in the Peace River and Fort Vermilion area, based on last year’s trap evidence. Diamondback moth levels are a wild card, Meers said. The pest migrates into the province in varying levels each year, depending on wind and weather. There were 29 monitoring locations for the moth in Alberta last year and presumably that many this year, so migration will be noted. Timing is also critical for the pea leaf weevil. Last year’s numbers were

low because of the cool, wet spring. The insects will not fly at temperatures below 15 C so pea development was well along before the weevils entered fields, which limited the damage. “This is a hard one to read,” Meers said. “Just because we have low numbers last year at our survey doesn’t mean that we have low numbers next year because they always come into the pea fields. It’s just the timing (of when) they come in.” He said the Vulcan area is the centre of the pea leaf weevil activity in Alberta, but areas south of the TransCanada Highway have enough residual populations to create problems if weather favours them. Cereal leaf beetle is established in southern Alberta, and Meers warned producers to scout and note any larvae on the flag leaf and the leaf below that. The threshold for spraying is one larva per flag leaf. “The good news so far is that there’s a beneficial insect that showed up with this pest and it seems to be holding it in background levels,” said Meers. He said he and his colleagues are watching for the western bean cutworm, which is tolerant to B.t. corn and B.t. soybeans and has appeared in Ontario. It may be spreading into Manitoba and westward. Pheromone traps will be in place to scout for them.

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Saddle up for a winter ride The Rimbey Sleigh, Wagon and Saddle Club held its annual cutter parade in Rimbey, Alta., Feb. 4. Thirty-seven rigs took part in the parade, along with horses, miniature horses, donkeys, mules and hinnies. | F. SCOTTY AITKEN PHOTOS ABOVE: Foss Irwin of Wetaskiwin, Alta., gets ready for the parade with a four-up hitch of black and whites. NEAR RIGHT: Celia Parker from Leedale, Alta., grooms a hinny before the parade. FAR RIGHT: Mild weather made for a pleasant ride.

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Changes in feed can cause colic in horses. These horses enjoyed winter grazing in the afternoon sunshine near Crestomere, Alta., in late January. | MIRIAM DEN OUDSTEN PHOTO

Many people like to give their horses treats such as apples or other fruits, but this should be done in moderation because fruit contains sugar and sugar absorption in the small intestine can also cause upsets. The anatomy of the horse is sometimes at fault. “When God created the horse, He made a few mistakes,” said Andrews. Horses are herbivores and evolved to live on forages. They have an extensive gastrointestinal system and plenty of opportunities for things to go wrong. The tract includes a simple stomach, small intestine, foregut, hindgut and cecum, which is like a fermentation vat. The cecum is 1.2 metres in length

and can hold 86 litres of fluid. A horse has about 21 metres of small intestine and gas has nowhere to go if it gets trapped in the tract. As well, the tract floats in the abdominal cavity and twists easily. A sudden introduction to grain, lush pastures or first cut forages high in fructans or other simple sugars may cause colonic acidosis. The colon should be in a neutral pH state, but the introduction of new elements disrupts the fragile colony of bacteria, fungi and protozoa in the gastrointestinal tract. Their function is to digest fibre and produce short chain fatty acids for the horse’s energy cycle. Insufficient digestion and absorption of dietary fructans or starch

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Maria DeRosa is studying how nanoparticles in soil will affect crops, microbes and animals, including earthworms and animals that graze on pasture. | CARLETON UNIVERSITY PHOTO and storage items, electronics and paints. There is also the whole emerging science of nanotechnology in medical research, notably the potential use of nanoparticles in cancer detec-

tion and therapy. Nanoparticles and nanotechnology refer to small substances. A nanometre is one billionth of a metre. Nanotechnology uses structures smaller than 100 nanometres, said

Jennifer Kuzma and Peter VerHage of the University of Minnesota in a 2006 report, Nanotechnology in Agriculture and Food Production. A human hair, by comparison, is 100,000 nanometres thick and a nanoparticle is 1/50,000th the width of a single strand. Nanoparticles and nanostructures are not only invisible to the human eye and conventional microscopes but they require powerful cuttingedge technology such as transmission-electron or scanning-tunnelling microscopes to be seen. While recognizing the potential for nanotechnology, Kuzma’s report posed questions about impacts on human health. In agriculture, researchers are looking at pesticides contained in nanoparticles so that they release in an insect’s stomach to lessen risks to the environment. Other projects being researched involve the use of nanosensors that can release water and nutrients to

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Warm winter worries growers Moisture concerns | Winter wheat may be vulnerable if a cold snap hits before more snow falls CHICAGO (Reuters) — Illinois, a key farm state in the heart of the corn belt, is basking in its sixth warmest winter in 117 years. That’s good news for residents who have not had to shovel snow but a red flag for some of the state’s farms. Illinois and neighboring Iowa, also in the midst of a balmy winter, produce about one-third of all the corn and soybeans grown in the United States, the world’s largest exporter of both crops. Farmers in both states feel more comfortable when there is a substantial snow cover to ensure adequate soil moisture. Illinois state climatologist Jim Angel said soil moisture from autumn rains remained in good shape compared to pockets of drought in nearby areas of the corn belt, notably the high-yielding northern Iowa/southern Minnesota border area. This winter in Illinois has been a polar opposite of last year’s snowy, frigid season, Angel said. He said the average temperature in Illinois for December and January was 0.7 C. For January, the average temperature was well above normal, making it the 13th warmest January on record. Several southern Illinois locations hit 20 C last month, including Belleville, Kaskaskia and Cairo. “It’s just odd not to deal with much snow and it feels like we are in this continuous late fall pattern,” Angel said. “A big contrast to last winter.” This winter, the usual arctic blasts have stayed north of the central Midwest crop belt, affecting areas like Canada, Alaska and parts of Europe most intensely, he said. Chicago snowfall for December and January totalled just 35 centimetres, half of the amount that fell in December and January a year ago. Still, he said, overall winter precipitation is near normal due to the earlier rains, with Illinois soil moisture in good shape and “not in any kind of drought” like the areas of Iowa and Minnesota. Statewide, December to January average precipitation was five cm or about 97 percent of normal. The eastern part of the state was the wettest, a prevalent trend since the autumn and a fallout from La Nina, a weather anomaly that occurs every couple years. La Ninas often bring drier than normal conditions in the southern U.S and wetter-than-normal conditions in the Pacific Northwest and the Ohio River valley, according to the U.S. Climate Prediction

Warm weather in the U.S. Midwest that has farmers worried about the lack of moisture and protective snow cover has allowed fishing on Lake Michigan. | REUTERS/JOHN GRESS PHOTO Center. But farmers will remain wary until they see heavy spring rains or a sudden big snow like last winter’s storms. Iowa, Illinois and Minnesota account for more than 40 percent of the U.S. corn and soybean harvest. Minnesota is also known for its spring wheat crop and Illinois is among the top U.S. soft red winter wheat producers. “There is some concern about the winter wheat crop,” Angel said. “We’ve been so mild that winter wheat has not been able to harden off to the cold weather. If we get a batch of really cold air at this point in the season, it might be vulnerable to damage.” Angel also noted that the warm, wet fall and winter raised the chances that fertilizers applied during the autumn may have been washed away and need to be reapplied in the spring. The National Weather Service is now forecasting above normal temperatures and precipitation for February in Illinois. The NWS outlook for the FebruaryMarch-April period also is calling for above normal temps for the southern half of Illinois and above normal rainfall statewide.

MERCURY UP ACROSS THE COUNTRY • In some regions of the U.S. Midwest, temperatures are 20 degrees higher than average. In the first week of January, temperatures were: • 15.5 C in Bellingham, Washington • 6.6 C in Fargo • 16 C in New York City • 22 C in parts of Colorado • Snow covers just 19 percent of the country in early February, compared to a usual coverage of about 50 percent. Source: Discoverynews.com

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Grain farmers As of February 1, 2012, Mustard Capital Inc., of Gravelbourg, Saskatchewan, is no longer licensed by the Canadian Grain Commission. As a result, security is no longer being held by the Canadian Grain Commission under its licensing program. If you do business with this company after January 31, 2012, you are not protected by security. If you haven’t obtained settlement from Mustard Capital Inc. for a delivery in the 90 days prior to February 1, 2012, please contact the Canadian Grain Commission.

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FOOD SECTOR | MCCAIN

Firm improves food safety, explains plant closures Company president outlines measures taken after listeriosis outbreak in 2008 BY BARRY WILSON OTTAWA BUREAU

TORONTO — Maple Leaf Foods president Michael McCain last week wrapped an aggressive business agenda message in a cloak of contrition. Since the 2008 outbreak of listeriosis from products produced at a Toronto Maple Leaf plant, McCain regularly makes a point of taking responsibility. “Our company was responsible for the deaths of 23 Canadians and thousands more ill,” he said as he started a speech to a Conference Board of Canada food conference Feb. 8. “I carry that with me every day.” Later, he told the conference: “I am in no position to lecture on food safety and I don’t intend to.” Then he moved to his main point that Maple Leaf has responded to the food safety failure by improving food safety measures in its processing plants and planning to spend $1 billion to close older plants and expand and modernize other plants. It includes a $120 million investment in the company’s Brandon hog plant that makes it one of the most efficient in North America. A large bakery operation also has been built in Ontario to consolidate production. He said within the company and financial community, there were skeptics about Maple Leaf’s investment plans but the restructuring strategy prevailed. “Canada needs more companies of scale,” he said. Then came more contrition. The losers have been hundreds of job and community losses as smaller plants are closed down across the country. “This was not the path of least resistance,” said McCain. “We do not enjoy doing this.” He said Canadian processors and agri-food companies must ramp up their scale and investment if they are going to be competitive in the modern global agricultural economy. “The harsh reality is our lack of competitiveness is a direct hit on our industry.” McCain said the rising cost of food is a problem for the poor, not just in developing countries, but in Canada as well. “Over half of Canadians say the cost of food puts pressure on their budget,” he said, more than those who cite higher taxes or other costs. When pressed by former food sector executive Ron Wasik to explain if supply management rules are part of the problem, McCain acknowledged it is a “politically sensitive issue” but concurred that by supporting smaller farms, supply management is “an impediment” to developing an agricultural sector that is efficient because of economies of scale. He said the result is higher-thannecessary consumer prices. McCain said the challenge for the worldwide food industry is to increase production to feed a growing middle

class and the world’s hungry. “We are going to have to produce as much food in the next 40 years as has been produced in the past 500,” he said. Stuart Clark from the Canadian Foodgrains Bank challenged the assumption that increased production and productivity is the answer to growing world hunger. The issue is distribution, he said.

The world produces enough food but it does not always get to those who need it and too much of the world’s grain production is going into biofuel production. McCain said historically, access to available food for the world’s poor has been an issue but increasingly, the issue will be increasing productivity to create the supply necessary to meet growing demand.

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MUSTARD CAPITAL INC. | RESTRUCTURING

Sask. mustard company gets funds to restructure Operations continue | The company intends to have plans for creditors in place in 90 to 120 days BY KAREN BRIERE REGINA BUREAU

Mustard Capital Inc. is restructuring under court supervision and with the help of interim financing from a Swiss lender. It remains operating as usual during the process. A Q u e e n ’s B e n c h j u s t i c e i n Saskatoon last week authorized the Gravelbourg, Sask.-based company to borrow $250,000 from Granosa AG of Switzerland to fund ongoing operations and develop a plan for the

company’s creditors. MCI’s chief executive officer Tom Halpenny said a recent expansion put the company in trouble. “We encountered some delays and some cost overruns associated with that,” he said. “That, combined with some market events with volatility in the preceding couple of years with mustard prices and contracts as they relate to market events, conspired to have us in a cash challenged position.” The board evaluated options and took action, he said.

We’re looking to co-operate with a separate licencee from the grain commission to assist us in the direct purchase of grain from farmers. TOM HALPENNY MCI CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

At the same time, the company’s licence under the Canadian Grain Commission was up for renewal.

Halpenny said the company is temporarily de-licensed but has security in place as authorized by the court. “We’re looking to co-operate with a separate licencee from the grain commission to assist us in the direct purchase of grain from farmers,” he said, adding those arrangements are still being finalized. Farmers who had delivered before Jan. 31 are covered by the licence that was in place at that time. MCI opened in 2007 and immediately faced challenges, including escalating mustard prices and comaccess=subscriber section=news,none,none

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petition from European buyers for a smaller crop. It cleans, processes and mills mustard into ingredients for markets around the world. A $1.3 million expansion and construction project at Vanguard, Sask., was announced in 2010. Halpenny said the expansion wasn’t a mistake and many projects face the challenge of being on time and on budget. He said the value-added industry is competitive and operating while undercapitalized became a problem. Support from customers and farmers remains strong. “That’s what gives us confidence that we’ll retool the company and emerge as a stronger company.” There are currently 18 employees. Halpenny added that within 90 to 120 days, the company should have a restructuring plan in place and be out of the court process. Court documents list all property and assets of MCI subject to a charge in favour of Granosa AG to secure repayment. Ernst & Young, the trustee, and MacPherson, Leslie & Tyerman, legal counsel to MCI, are also priority secured creditors. Farmers who delivered after Jan. 27 are secured through a $50,000 charge against the property and assets.

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Sask. mustard company gets funds to restructure Operations continue | The company intends to have plans for creditors in place in 90 to 120 days BY KAREN BRIERE REGINA BUREAU

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BEEF PRODUCTION | FEED

New barley and oat varieties show potential, say experts Bred for forage industry | CDC Maverick and CDC Haymaker come from University of Saskatchewan’s Crop Development Centre BY MARY MACARTHUR CAMROSE BUREAU

Canadian livestock producers can celebrate new forage barley and oat varieties developed especially for the forage industry. “For those in the industry, it’s quite exciting,” said Grant Lastiwka, a forage, grazing and beef specialist with Alberta Agriculture. CDC Maverick is a new smoothawned barley ideally suited for swath grazing, bale grazing and silage, he said. It is similar to CDC Cowboy, a popular high yielding, drought tolerant silage barley, but with 10 percent more forage yield. While Cowboy, released in 2008,

was popular, it had rough awns so researchers began work on developing a smooth-awned forage barley. Lastiwka said rough-awned barleys are more of a concern for producers who swath graze the crop and use snow for water. The rough awns are more likely to get caught in the cow’s mouth. “Snow does not have the ability to wash the mouth like a cow drinking water,” said Lastiwka of Olds, Alta. He is excited to have varieties developed especially for the forage industry. Livestock producers previously made do with the best grain varieties, which were not always suitable for baling, grazing or turning into silage. “It’s not so often you get breeders

specifically designing something for us to address a forage issue,” he said. Brian Rossnagel, a research scientist with the Crop Development Centre at the University of Saskatchewan, said they knew during the early stages of breeding that CDC Cowboy had excellent potential. Before Cowboy was even released, researchers began work on Maverick, a cross between Cowboy and smoothawned varieties. Both CDC Cowboy and CDC Maverick do well with fewer inputs and more drought-like conditions, said Rossnagel. In an e-mail, Rossnagel said the Maverick name was chosen because “CDC Maverick was one smooth cowboy.” access=subscriber section=news,crops,none

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CDC Haymaker, a new forage oat variety, is designed to replace CDC Baler. It has similar forage quality but yields about seven percent more forage. It is not designed for milling. Because oat varieties are not regist e re d , t h e n e w v a r i e t y w i l l b e released, not registered. Rossnagel said a benefit of the forage oat is the grain ripens while the rest of the plant is still green. This allows livestock producers to wait until the grain is more mature before swathing the crop.

“Stock do prefer oats being on the green side,” he said. Producers will have to wait until 2014 before there will be enough seed grown and available through the pedigreed seed system. The increase and marketing of the barley will be handled through SeCan. Rossnagel is not sure how the sale of the new oat variety will be handled. Rossnagel, who is now retired, and researchers Aaron Beattie and Bruce Coulman at the Crop Development Centre developed the new varieties.

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PRODUCTION

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LOADERS | CART-SIDE

Innovation takes load off your mind Hydraulic elevator | E-Zee Loader does the heavy lifting and can be custom designed for every cart on the market BY RON LYSENG WINNIPEG BUREAU

BRANDON — Filling an air cart with bagged canola seed and inoculant makes for a gruelling day, especially if you start at 4 a.m. and run until 9 p.m. Carrying bags becomes a time factor and a danger on dew- and dustgreased stairs and ladders. It wears you out physically and mentally, and that’s when accidents happen, says Leighton Schappert, inventor of the E-Zee Loader hydraulic elevator for air carts. Many producers prefer bagged canola seed because it has a lower percentage of cracked seed compared to seed augured into the air cart, resulting in better germination. Schappert, who runs Roadside Ironworks at Marchwell, Sask., says his brother wanted an easier and quicker way to get bagged canola to the top of the air tank. “He had been carrying bags up the stairs,” says Schappert. “Or else he had to make sure the guy with the loader tractor picking stones was always in the same field. And that’s not efficient. So I built the first E-Zee Loader. “The geometry wasn’t quite right and the hydraulics weren’t quite right first time around. There was a two-foot free fall when the platform came down.” Schappert says once he got the bugs worked out, the E-Zee Loader works as easily as one, two, three. One — Position the bag hauler next to the lift platform and transfer bags.

Gordie Devries loads canola seed after positioning the bag hauler next to the lift platform. Two — Using the existing auger hydraulics, raise the platform up to the catwalk. Three — Dump bags into the cart. The device bolts directly to the cart frame and plumbs into the auger hydraulics. Cart modification and welding are not necessary. There’s one cylinder to control up and down. There is no swing or in/out movement of the platform. The parallel linkage arm makes the platform self-leveling. The arm locks solidly into place for transport, storage and when pulling bags off the platform.

“I’ve been sort of leaning toward getting into manufacturing,” says Schappert, who runs a fabrication shop specializing in lathe work and welding. “This will be our first product. The unit on display is for a 1900 or 1910 cart. “I’ll develop a new design for every cart on the market. And we can custom design a loader if someone has a special request.” List price for the E-Zee Loader is $5,490, including all plumbing. For more information, contact Leighton Schappert at 306-743-5022 or e-mail roadsideironworks@xplornet.ca. access=subscriber section=crops,none,none

Farmers can begin seeding after dumping the bags into the cart. | LEIGHTON SCHAPPERT PHOTOS

AGRONOMY | CONFERENCE

Western Canada to host first precision ag conference BY MICHAEL RAINE SASKATOON NEWSROOM

Calgary is hosting a Canadian first later this month: a precision agriculture conference. Many fields in Western Canada are farmed with the assistance of satellite guided farm equipment but the vast majority of the land has yet to take full advantage of the technology. Beyond getting the machinery to follow a regular path and avoid overlapping of seed, spray or under-utilizing a wide harvest header, there are significant opportunities afford-

ed by mapping and managing technologies, said Ken Coles of the Southern Applied Research Association, representing the sponsoring members of the Applied Agricultural Research and Extension Council of Alberta. Coles headed up the organizing committee of farmers, agrologists and researchers that developed Precision Ag 2.0 conference, which is scheduled for Feb. 22-23. “We developed the program with farmers for farmers,” said Coles about the two-day event. “This is about taking advantage of

the technology to make their farms more profitable. In many cases, they have much of the basic technology already in place,” he said. Alberta agronomist and researcher Ross Mackenzie, who is on the event’s agenda, said that while many producers have the ability to record yield maps at harvest, few actually do. Coles and his committee looked at the long running American precision agriculture events when planning Precision 2.0. “We modelled the Canadian conference after what farmers told us

were the most useful elements,” said Coles. Illinois agronomist Harold Reetz has been organizing farm technology meetings in the United States for decades and said producers there adopted the mapping and variable application rate systems earlier due to higher value crops and better profitability in farming. Coles said recent improvements in the technology, lower prices for hard and software and improved commodities prices are making the move to the technology a good business decision for prairie farmers.

Several farmer-driven research groups worked to set up the event. “It’s not one company or another showing off their consulting services or equipment. We have everyone under one roof. Farmers can hear about all of the different approaches in the break-out sessions and at the trade show,” he said. “It’s interesting that Canada hasn’t done this before but the timing makes sense as producers are now in the best possible place to take advantage of technology,” said Coles. For more information, visit www. precision-ag.ca. access=subscriber section=crops,none,none

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MACHINERY | SMALL TRACTOR

‘Mighty Mouse’ delivers more mower power Stronger, not faster | North Dakota students give garden mower a makeover BY RON LYSENG WINNIPEG BUREAU

FARGO, N. D. — There’s finally a solution for guys needing a more powerful lawn tractor. Install a Chevy small block, widely known as “Mighty Mouse.” It is possible to pull that tiny original engine and slide a Chevy small block V8 into the same hole, as students at North Dakota State’s College of Science will testify. They installed a modified 350 into a John Deere 316. Their 316 began with the Kohler engine but the conversion works just as well on the Onan powered units. However, it’s not a weekend project and not for the faint of heart. This is for people who are serious about using their little 300 series for hauling big, heavy loads of leaves, grass clippings, bedding plants or peat moss. The end result is a working tractor that can be driven for hours. However, it will burn more gasoline than a box stock 316. The students started with what they called “a normal garden variety 316,” the basic JD riding mower tractor that’s been around since 1963 under various names. They used the original stock 316 drive train from the Chevy flywheel all the way back to the drive wheels, said Larry Asham, head of the John Deere PowerUp program at NDS. The automotive technology department built the engine, which has a high lift cam, aluminum intake, four barrel carburetor and headers. It’s obviously more power than anyone needs. Cooling is provided by a small aluminum radiator and electric fan mounted where the mower platform was located. These items came from a sub-

compact car in a wrecking yard, and they do provide enough cooling for the Mouse Motor. “We never drive this thing fast or do weight pulls or wheelies or anything like that, so it stays cool,” said Asham. It can no longer mow the lawn but can haul a lot of bedding plants next spring. They kept the original flywheel to facilitate use of the original starter motor. The machine, tool and manufacturing department built a flexible adopter that bolts to the end of the crankshaft and serves as a coupler to the regular JD hydrostatic pump. “Once the power comes in the front of the hydro, everything from the coupler right back to the tires is pure original John Deere,” said Asham. The PowerUp students did all the engine installation and other chassis modifications necessary to make it all work together. “They did all the fabrication. They had to build a lot of linkages and things from scratch.” Asham said the Kohler originally ran at 3,600 r.p.m. They run the V8 at 4,200 r.p.m. He concedes it’s slightly over speed but not enough to hurt anything. “When you drive it, it really won’t go much faster than a normal riding lawn mower because the pump has only so much capacity. It’s self-regulating. The relief bypass valves open and that limits the performance at the drive wheels. “Whenever we drive it out in public, it’s like the Pied Piper. Crowds follow us and the crowd keeps growing.” Asham said that the John Deere PowerUp training program is available in Brandon, Saskatoon and Olds, Alta. For more information, contact Asham at 701-671-2213 or visit www. ndscs.edu.

Horsepower in this John Deere 316 mower tractor was bumped from 18 to more than 300 h.p. It is a fully functioning tractor. | RON LYSENG PHOTOS

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The crankshaft of the modified small block bolts to a flexible coupler. The hydrostatic drive train from the coupler to the rear tires is unmodified JD 316. | RON LYSENG PHOTO

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PRODUCTION EQUIPMENT | SMALL TRACTOR

Tiny Massey tractor equipped with big time features Lots of options | Versatility makes this machine an unlikely source of help on the farm BY RON LYSENG WINNIPEG BUREAU

With a long list of options for the three-point hitch, hydraulic system and pair of power-take-offs,the Massey Ferguson GC sub-compact tractor can be a versatile helper on the farm. | RON LYSENG PHOTOS

BRANDON — Four wheel drive, three-point hitch, differential lock, rear and mid power take-off are all available on the Massey Ferguson GC sub-compact tractors. With a maximum of only 25 horsepower and 19.6 p.t.o. h.p., the little tractor is not intended to do real farm work, but the long list of options for the p.t.o., open centre hydraulics and three-point hitch can turn the lawn mower into a versatile helper. The hydraulic system delivers 6.8 g.p.m. total flow, with 4.8 g.p.m. at the remotes. The independent rear p.t.o. runs at 540 r.p.m. The independent midmounted p.t.o. runs at 2,000 r.p.m. The Category One three-point hitch has a lift capacity of 1,190 pounds and controlled rate of drop. Power comes from a 1.1 litre, threecylinder, liquid cooled Perkins diesel. Cruise control and power steering are standard equipment. Massey’s hydrostatic transmission has two speed ranges and functions like an automatic transmission with a simple two-pedal forward-reverse system. Set the engine r.p.m. and the further the pedal is pressed, the faster

it goes. There is no gear changing during operation. Despite the size of the GC series, the option list reads like it’s for a full sized tractor. The three-point hitch couples up to a finish mower, rotary tiller, box blade, grader blade, posthole auger and fertilizer spreader. The two-stage snow blower runs off the mid p.t.o. Chute and deflector are either manual or optional electric control. Width is 50 inches and lift comes from the front hydraulic circuits. The front end loader uses two cylinders rather than one on each arm, with control from a factory installed joystick. Maximum lift is 73 inches. Lift capacity at the pivot pin is 678 lb. The front dozer blade has hydraulic lift and is available in widths up to 60 inches. The curved-boom backhoe has a bucket digging force of 1,950 lb. and maximum digging depth of 78 inches. Maximum reach is 102 inches. All sub-compact tractors started out life as mowers. The GC series offers a 54-inch or 60-inch side discharge deck plus a 54-inch mulching deck. List price without attachments and before taxes is $12,000.

The rear P.T.O., three-point hitch and hydraulic circuits are standard equipment. The GC is available with either 22.5 or 25 horsepower from the three-cylinder Perkins diesel.

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ORGANIC | BIODIVERSITY

A few open spaces can yield improved returns, study shows ORGANIC MATTERS

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Uncultivated acres linked to increased returns due to bees and other pollinators

ive a little, get a little. A surprising study out of northern Alberta shows biodiversity can work that way. Researchers Lora Morandin and Mark Winston found that leaving up to 30 percent of land uncultivated in an agricultural landscape can bring greater profits from the cropland. Farmers often consider the natural patches in their landscape, the sloughs and bush and woodlots, as waste areas. Conservationists tend to view those same areas as oases in a desert of mono-cropping. The Morandin and Winston study suggests that native bees and other pollinators are critically dependent on those natural patches. The researchers compared canola plants in organic, conventional nongenetically modified and GM canola fields in the La Crete, Alta., region. They added supplemental pollen to some of the canola flowers in each field. The fate of these flowers was compared to flowers that were not hand pollinated. If the plants were already receiving all the pollen they needed, the additional hand pollination should have made no difference.

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33 percent INCREASE IN SEED PRODUCTION OVER PLANTS THAT WEREN’T HAND POLLINATED The researchers found different results in the different types of fields. Hand pollination made a big difference in the GM canola fields, reducing the number of siliques that had no seed and the number that had few seeds. It increased seed production by 33 percent over plants without the hand pollination. This indicated that canola in the GM fields was experiencing a “pollen deficit.” The native pollinators were not keeping up with demand. The results were the same in nonGM conventional canola fields but not as severe. Supplemental hand pollination increased seed set by 21 percent. The conventional field, like the GM field, was experiencing a pollen deficit. Pollinators were not sufficient to meet the yield potential of the crop. Results were different in the organic field. Hand pollinated and open pollinated flowers produced similar

numbers of seeds. There were no differences between them in the number of siliques with no seeds or few seeds. In other words, the experimenters did not improve on the performance of the native pollinators. Morandin and Winston then sampled the fields for insects, using sweep nets and pan traps. Using the same sampling protocol in each field, they found 342 bees in the organic fields, 230 bees in the conventional fields and 101 bees in the GM fields. Perhaps predictably, they found that where there were more bees, there was less pollen deficit. In science-speak, this was a highly significant relationship. Why was pollination more effective in organic fields? Because they had more bees. Why were there more bees in organic fields? Organic fields differed in several ways from the other fields. The organic canola was Polish canola while conventional and GM fields were seeded to Argentine canola. Organic fields were smaller in size, 50 to 125 acres, rather than the 160 acres of the conventional and GM fields. And conventional and GM canola received an insecticide treatment during bloom, while organic fields did not. As it turns out, none of these factors fully explain the data. The Polish canola requires pollination to set seed. The Argentine canola can set seed without pollination, but pollination increases seed set. If anything, the organic canola was more dependent on pollination and would have been more vulnerable to pollen deficit. The researchers found no differences in pollen deficit between different locations in the fields. Pollen deficits in GM and conventional fields were as severe near the field edge as they were in the centres of the field, suggesting that at this scale, smaller fields were not at an advantage for pollination. Although it seems logical to assume that insecticide treatments hurt bees, this could not account for the difference between GM fields and conventional fields because both received one treatment of the same insecticide. The researchers noted that bees are dependent on more than canola for nectar and pollen. Canola is in flower for only a portion of the life span of bees. They need alternate food sources before and after the canola flowers. The authors suggested that perhaps the difference among fields was in their weediness. Organic fields had a more abundant and diverse weed community. GM fields had better weed control than conventional fields. Weeds can provide crucial forage material for bees, and if the weed community is diverse, they can provide this forage over the life span of the bees. So what is the take home message for producers? Leave enough weeds to nourish your bees? Yes, perhaps, though many producers would probably feel more comfortable using honey bees for supplemental pollination. Perhaps the larger truth in this study is about the vulnerability of access=subscriber section=crops,none,none

pollinators in our agro-ecosystems. Honey bee populations are being devastated by colony collapse syndrome, and we really don’t understand why that is happening. It would be prudent, even from a strictly crop yield perspective, to protect native pollinators. Reducing weeds seems to reduce pollinators and pollination. Morandin and Winston conducted their study in an area that still had substantial amounts of natural habitat. They suggest that as more land is cleared, all bees will become scarcer. In a follow-up study, the researchers looked at the value of uncultivated land around fields and found that it was crucial in maintaining native pollinators. Native pollinators provide “free services,” which more than compensate for the loss of cropland. According to Morandin and Winston, profit in a landscape was maximized at slightly more than 30 percent uncultivated land. In other words, leave some room for the bees. They’ll pay you back handsomely. The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation offers a number of suggestions on how to best maintain and enhance bee habitat. Morandin and Winston suggest that this might be a profitable idea. Brenda Frick, Ph.D., P.Ag. is an extension agrologist and researcher in organic agriculture. She welcomes your comments at 306-260-0663 or email organic@usask.ca.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION Morandin and Winston, 2005. Wild Bee Abundance and Seed Production in Conventional, Organic and Genetically Modified Canola. Ecological Applications 15: 871-881. Morandin and Winston, 2006. Pollinators provide economic incentive to preserve natural land in agroecosystems. Agriculture, Ecosystems & Environment 116: 289292. The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation, www.xerces.org.

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Researcher asks if seed-soil packing really necessary Firm packing | Generally solid contact in wet soil has been the standard, but is it the right move for producers to make? BY RON LYSENG WINNIPEG BUREAU

The assumption behind nearly all drill designs is that better packing and seed to soil contact result in a better rate of germination. Stewart Wuest of the U.S. Department of Agriculture in Pendleton, Oregon, has been studying the question for nearly two decades. Not only is the model of seed soil contact mythical but water itself may have little to do with seed germination, says Wuest. “The current concept of how seeds absorb water from soil was based upon the idea that seeds are in contact with minute water films on the soil particles,” he says. “Recent research demonstrated that seeds are capable of germinating without soil contact and that 85 percent or more of the water absorbed by the seed can be directly attributed to vapour. “Seeds can imbibe water in the form of vapour without physical contact between seed and soil.” Wuest says in a soil that’s near 100 percent water holding capacity, only

Recent research demonstrated that seeds are capable of germinating without soil contact and that 85 percent or more of the water absorbed by the seed can be directly attributed to vapour. STEWART WUEST U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

about 10 percent of the seed surface touches the water film on the soil particles. That means 90 percent of the seed surface is exposed only to the atmosphere in the soil. Heavy packing of a seed trench compacts the soil and crushes the open-air pores, reducing the space for soil atmosphere and soil vapour. Wuest came across another startling conclusion. Regardless of how dry or wet a soil may seem, relative humidity in the soil often remains close to 100 percent.

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Experts reveal pest, plant, pathogen interaction Bacteria called phytoplasmas alter a plant’s development so that it is attractive to leaf hoppers BY MARGARET EVANS FREELANCE WRITER

LINDELL BEACH, B.C. — British scientists have shed new light on a plant pathogen that causes yield losses in crops worldwide. The research at the John Innes Centre shows how a plant, an insect and a bacterium have a three-way relationship to the detriment of the crop. Leaf hoppers are tiny sap-sucking, highly mobile and opportunistic agricultural pests. Some species can acquire and transmit pathogens such as viruses and phytoplasmas, which are small bacteria. Their relationship with phytoplasmas can cause severe yield losses in crops such as sugar beets, oilseeds, fruit trees, vegetables, corn and grapevines. “The leafhopper is the form of transport for the aster yellows witches’ broom phytoplasma,” said Saskia Hogenhout, a research scientist with the John Innes Centre. “The phytoplasma produces a protein effector to reduce the production of a plant’s defence hormone that regulates the plant’s defence against leafhopper attack. As a result, leafhoppers produce more eggs on the phytoplasma-infected plants. “The offspring that hatch from the eggs feed from the infected plants and become colonized with the phytoplasmas. “As adults, these leafhoppers migrate to other plants, transporting the phytoplasmas (and spreading infection).” The witches’ broom strain of the phytoplasma used in the research was isolated from infected lettuce fields in North America. Hogenhout said that while infected plants show the presence of witches’ broom bacteria, they still have no evidence that the phytoplasma actually attracts leafhoppers. Nor does the reduction in the plant’s defence hormone influence the leafhoppers. What attracts leafhoppers to infected trees are the egg-laying opportunities in its multiple stems, whose growth is triggered by the phytoplasma. The research shows that leafhoppers lay more eggs and generate access=subscriber section=crops,news,none

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more offspring when living on infected plants and plants that produce fewer defence hormones. This study is particularly important because the scientists have identified a specific molecule in the parasite that manipulates plant development to the advantage of the insect host. It can reach beyond its host to alter a third organism, the crop plant. It is well known that pathogens can alter their hosts, sometimes in spectacular ways. For example, malaria parasites can make humans more attractive to mosquitoes, but just how they do it has always been a mystery. Vector-born animal pathogens can alter blood viscosity to aid blood ingestion by insects. Fungus can induce the formation of “pretend” flowers to attract insects that enable the reproduction of the fungus. In this triage of plant, bug and bacteria, the infected plants are triggered to grow clusters of multiple stems that make them look like a scraggly witches’ broom, or in the case of trees, like a bird’s nest. This phytoplasma-induced clustered growth, along with green colouration of non-green flower tissues, elongated stalks and bunchy, fibrous secondary roots, makes them more attractive to leafhoppers for egg-laying. More eggs result in more insects that can spread the parasite further to infect more plants. In addition, the leafhopper survives longer on phyto-

If we find ways to interfere with this interaction, then we can generate plants that are more resistant to phytoplasma colonization. SASKIA HOGENHOUT RESEARCHER

plasma infected plants, which adds to its progeny production. “This is the first evidence that phytoplasma produce effectors that interact with specific plant proteins,” Hogenhout said. “If we find ways to interfere with this interaction, then we can generate plants that are more resistant to phytoplasma colonization.” She said that while the bacteria produce many effectors to reduce a plant’s defence hormone, only a few are responsible for the extreme symptoms, such as interference with flower development in witches’ broom. “This is a problem for seed production of, for example, canola and many other crops,” Hogenhout said. “We are investigating the mechanism by which the effector interferes with flower development. This will help us to define strategies to breed for crops with reduced symptom development upon phytoplasma infection.”

The leafhoppers had to be kept under quarantine under research conditions because they were originally exotic plant pests. “We have a quarantine insectary on site,” said Hogenhout. “(It) is licensed for maintaining exotic insects and there is sufficient room for experiments. Moreover, we have a knowledgeable and dedicated insectary management team on site, (so) my lab did not face great challenges working with these organisms.” In the lab, the scientists sequenced and examined the genome of the witches’ broom phytoplasma, which is invisible to the naked eye and can be seen only with specialized staining techniques and a microscope to visualize the bacteria in plants and insects. They identified 56 candidate molecules, or protein effectors, which could be key to the complex biological interaction. “So far, the genomes of four different phytoplasmas have been sequenced to completion,” she said. “This revealed interesting information about the biology of phytoplasmas. However, there are hundreds of phytoplasmas that infect various economically important crops worldwide and little genome sequence information is available for the vast majority of them. My colleagues and I recently initiated the Phytoplasma Genome Sequencing Initiative to sequence more phytoplasma genomes.”

The research produced clear evidence that leafhoppers reared on infected plants laid more eggs, produced more offspring and generated an increased rate in transmission of the witches’ broom phytoplasma through the new generation of leafhoppers to other plants. This complex biological relationship gives the phytoplasmas a competitive advantage. “Leafhoppers are found on almost every plant species,” said Hogenhout. “There are at least 15,000 leafhopper species worldwide. However, relatively few are agricultural pests that can transmit phytoplasmas. In general, leafhoppers tend to like warmer climates and do not survive harsh winters.” Some species, such as the insect vector of aster yellows witches’ broom phytoplasma, survive throughout the year in the southern U.S. Global warming enables leafhoppers to survive, migrate north to Canada and transmit phytoplasmas for longer periods of time. They are also becoming a problem in Europe with northward migration as a result of milder temperatures. “We are analyzing and comparing the genome sequences of multiple phytoplasmas. This will unravel which effectors are conserved among phytoplasmas and may present the (bacteria’s) Achilles heel that can be targeted to control multiple phytoplasmas simultaneously.”

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1969 CHEROKEE 140, 4464 TT, 450 SMOH, very nice and clean, always hangared, up to date service, 4-place intercom, 5” GPS. 204-638-1571, Dauphin, MB, mjvanb@goinet.ca

LYCOMING 0-320E2A chrome cylinder, certified tag, c/w piston and rings, valves and gasket set. Ready to install, $1000. 306-445-3690. North Battleford, SK. Email: hanso@sasktel.net

2003 DIAMOND DA20-C1; 2006 Diamond REGINA’S LARGEST TOOL SHOW AND DA20-C1. w/GNS 430 and GTX 327 transSALE, hosted by JD Industrial Supplies, is ponder. 403-637-2250, Water Valley, AB. being held March 3 (9 AM to 4 PM) and March 4 (11 AM to 4 PM). Event includes woodworking and metalworking demo’s, hand/power tools and project displays. Where: Evraz Turvey Center, 6 Armour Rd., Regina, SK. Free parking and $5 admission or free with donation to the Regina Food Bank. Further info/questions call JD Industrial Supplies 306-352-5345.

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1974 CITABRIA 7GCBC, 1570 TTSN, 150 HP, new radio and XPDR in 2003, NDH, always hangared, 2nd owner since new, excellent condition, $39,000. Call Charlie at 306-257-3800 (work), 306-221-3800 (cell), Allan, SK. 1947 CESSNA 120, 5007.3 TT, 488.7 SMOH, 124.4 STOH, annual Aug. 16/2011, prop: 5 yr. inspection due Mar. 31/12, Com: King K97a, intercom: Davis Clark, 1500A skis, Garmin GPS, $25,000. Terry 780-672-5163, Les 780-781-3994, Camrose, AB. 1976 PIPER PA-23-250 Aztec “F”, 3135 TTAF, 773 TSO, Garmin GNS 530, full DeIce. Call John Hopkinson & Assoc. 403-637-2250, Water Valley, AB.

Register today for this exciting conference. Independent consultants, Terry Betker and Michelle Painchaud will take you through topics such as business management, ﬁnancial management, human resources and succession and much, much more. Cost to register is $125. For more information, please call the Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives Portage la Prairie GO Ofﬁce at 204-239-3352.

MGK AERO: LIGHT aircraft and engine parts, satisfaction guaranteed. Altona, MB, 204-324-6088.

1974 SKYMASTER P-337G, 2300 TT, engines approx. 600 hrs. SMOH, extensive annual complete, $90,000 firm. Phone Rick Wildfong 306-734-2345 or 306-734-7721, Craik, SK.

LOOKING FOR AN AIRCRAFT? We have extensive experience importing aircraft since 1978. We will help you find and import the aircraft you’re looking for. Thomas Aircraft Maintenance, Edmonton, AB., 780-451-5473, bert@thomasaviation.com

CESSNA 180B, 2700 hrs on air frame, new engine and prop, 55 hrs on engine still break-in stage. new leather uphosltery, updated panel 396 GPS, weather and moving map, Ponk gear, 4-way intercom, new 850 tires, long range tank, no float fittings, great performer. $88,000. Edmonton, AB. 780-887-0107.

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Attend Lakeland College’s Ag-Citing 2012, Friday, March 16. Learn about our agricultural sciences programs, tour the campus, chat with alumni and instructors. To RSVP contact Rachel: 1-800-661-6490 at ext. 8579.

Grippingly Told By 93-Year Old Lew Duddridge Who Witnessed and Made Canadian History. The Quintessentially Canadian Story Of The Prairie Boys Who Became RCAF Pilots in WW2. They Were The Only Two Of The 13 Young Men From Hanley, Sask. and District Who Would Live To Tell Their Story. You Will Feel A Surge Of Pride In Your Canada As You Read This Book. Lew’s Web Site WWW.THEFLYINGDUDDRIDGES.COM See Lew’s Interview at www.youtube.com/watch/?v=FhDqoBw-c50 And Book Trailer at www.youtube.com/watch?v=qEulVtPMADk “An Engine Failure Over The North Sea Or Crash Landing A Burning Spitfire” – It Happened Here!

AERIAL SPRAY OPERATION FOR SALE 1976 Agtruck 4561TTAF, VG’s, STOL, Satloc, Crophawk. CofA, No damage, Lots of extras. Complete tri-axle mix trailer w/1250 gal. water and 500 gal. fuel tanks and pumps, chem handler III, 48’ storage trailer, loading dock, 2- 1650 gal. water tanks, 1000 gal. fuel tank, chem. pump, t o o l s , s p a r e p a r t s a n d s a fe t y e q p t . $120,000. Will sell separate or all together Call Troy 306-327-8600, Kelvington, SK. Email: t.rex75@hotmail.com

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BODNARUS AUCTIONEERING. MIDWinter Classic Antique & Collectable Auction Sale, Sun. Feb. 26th, 10:00 AM. Coins sell @ 1:00 pm, Delisle Town Hall, Delisle, Sk. Antique furniture; Signs; Toys; Tins; Glassware; Paper related; Collectables; Plus numerous horse related items. For more info. call 306-227-9505 or www.bodnarusauctioneering.com PL 318200SK. NELSONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AUCTION SERVICE, Saturday, February 25, 2012, 9 AM. Antique and Collectible Auction. Do not miss this Auction! Many unique items. Please view our ad under auctions or visit our website at: www.nelsonsauction.com or call: 306-944-4320. PL #911669.

FORD 8N- ENGINE only, excellent running, all complete, $700; Also hood with gas tank, very good shape, $250. Biggar, SK. 306-948-9502, 306-948-2427. IH 650 DIESEL, IH 660 diesel, both running, 1 with all new rubber, best offer. Phone 403-504-9607, Medicine Hat, AB.

ENGINE SEIZED UP IN STORAGE? 90+% success freeing up stuck and frozen pistons, $19.95 + S&H/kit. 100% guaranteed. www.EngineRelease.com WANTED: ORIGINAL ELECTRIC windshield wiper motor for 1929 Model A Ford. Ph. eves. 780-542-5136, Drayton Valley AB 1984 OLDSMOBILE DELTA 88, dsl., 2 dr. hardtop, no rust, never winter driven, exc. running cond., $4000 OBO. 204-766-2643. 1957 GMC 9900 series, HD S/A, 50-60â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (â&#x20AC;&#x153;nail headâ&#x20AC;? Buick V8), nice cab, 5&2 trans, 1952 U MINNEAPOLIS, big fenders, pul- Running when parked, not seized. Cool ley, hand clutch, good tires, needs paint, truck, $675. 403-644-2191, Standard, AB. runs good. 306-883-2727, Spiritwood, SK. 1957 MERCURY 2 ton truck, exc. cond., ENGINE SEIZED UP IN STORAGE? asking $1800. 306-946-3806, Watrous, SK. 90+% success freeing up stuck and frozen WANTED: 1970-1973 FIREBIRD or pistons, $19.95 + S&H/kit. 100% guaran- Trans AM, any condition. 306-862-8518, teed. www.EngineRelease.com Choiceland, SK. 1956 FORD 600 with 3 PTH cultivator, MOTORCYCLES WANTED: 1965 to 1982 PTO, $3500; Early 1940â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s MF #30 row Kawasakis, any size or condition. Will pickcrop, rebuilt motor, painted, $2600. up and pay cash. Call Wes 403-936-5572 306-642-3888, Assiniboia, SK. anytime, Calgary, AB. ANTIQUE TRACTORS: Large assortment of 1965 SPORT FURY, 2 dr. hard top, 3 spd. JDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s: 620, Râ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Gâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 80. 50 to choose auto, 318 wide block, buckets, console, from. 204-522-8140, Melita, MB. $5000. Keith 306-532-4892, Wapella, SK. ADRIANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MAGNETO SERVICE Guaranteed repairs on mags and ignitors. Repairs. Parts. Sales. 204-326-6497. Box 21232, Steinbach, MB. R5G 1S5. MOLINE JETSTAR 3, gas, 3 PTH, loader, bucket, manure fork, tire chains, good cond., $7200. 204-848-2254, Onanole, MB. WANTED: 2 MAN CHAINSAWS, also the old heavy weights. Complete but need not run. Any make. 204-749-2118, Miami, MB. 2 1948 BOLENS RIDEMASTERS: 1 with moldboard plow, cult., disc. 1 w/rare front mount sickle mower. Ground up restoration, $1900 each. 403-226-0429, Calgary, AB. Email: ancientgrease@gmail.com WANTED: HORSE DRAWN JD high wagon and box. Must be shedded and in good shape. 204-859-2508, Rossburn, MB. TUNE-RITE TRACTOR PARTS: New parts for old tractors. Tires, decals, reproduction parts, antiques and classic. Western Canada Steiner dealer. Don Ellingson, 1-877-636-0005, Calgary, AB. 1950 DAVID BRADLEY TRI-TRAC restored, blade, $3000 OBO. 403-226-0429, Calgary, AB. Email: ancientgrease@gmail.com WANTED: FARMALL H tractor w/attach. in good working order. 250-843-7359, 250-782-0220, Dawson Creek, BC.

NEW TRACTOR PARTS. Also tractor service and ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s manuals. Great competitive quotes. Our 38th year. Visit us at www.diamondfarmtractorparts.com Phone 1-800-481-1353. WANTED: OLDER MODEL C-20 John Deere field culitvator, complete or for parts. Phone 204-564-2204, Russell, MB.

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1959 FORD 3/4 ton, stepside, long box, g o o d s h ap e b u t n e e d s r e s t o r at i o n . 306-648-2912, Gravelbourg, SK. 1975 GMC CABOVER, 350 DD, 13 spd., 40,000 rears; 1957 Dodge D700 tandem, 354 Hemi, 5&3 trans., 34,000 rears; 1971 GMC longnose tandem, 318 DD, 4x4 trans. Sterling 306-539-4642, Regina, SK. www.sterlingoldcarsandtrucks.com

WANTED: TRACTOR MANUALS, sales brochures, tractor catalogs. 306-373-8012, Saskatoon, SK. BORDER CITY COLLECTOR SHOW, Lloydminster, SK-AB, March 10-11, 2012. Featuring antiques, farm toys, dolls and who knows what else? Mark your calendar now. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re celebrating our 20th year with more space available for exhibitors in the recently renovated Stockade Convention Centre. For info contact Don at 306-825-3584 or Brad at 780-846-2977. For doll info call Deb at 780-875-8485. WANTED: VERY LARGE antique anvil, 200 lbs+, must be very good to excellent w/no cracks or welds. Brand names such as Peter Wright, Viking, Eagle and will look at others. 306-862-5475, Nipawin, SK. CASH IN YOUR CLOSET? Cash paid for clothing, footwear, textiles and accessories made before 1990. 306-373-8012, Saskatoon, SK. WANTED: RED INDIAN oil sign. Phone 306-931-8478.

BUYING TRACTOR CATALOGUES, brochures, manuals, calendars, etc. Edmonton AB. Barry 780-921-3942, 780-903-3432. CN SWITCHING LANTERN, red, amber, and green lenses. 306-272-4620 after 6 PM, Foam Lake, SK. NH 1282 SP SQUARE hay baler, 4 cyl. Ford engine; JD 2 row potatoe planter. Both complete. Barrhead, AB. Phone 780-643-7241, or e-mail for information USED ZAMBONI AND Olympia ice resurfers for sale. Parts, sales and service. and pictures: walters1@xplornet.com 403-830-8603, 403-271-9793, Calgary, AB COCKSHUTT 1650 w/Ezee-On loader with bucket, blade and pallet forks, fair cond. for age. 1550 Cockshutt for parts. $4500 for both OBO on either (will sell separate). Malcolm 306-270-6600, Hague, SK. 6- W6 TRACTORS, 2 for $1000, 4 for $1000, or 6 for $1800. Other small tractors. 403-504-0468, Medicine Hat, AB. 1974 ALLIS CHALMERS 720, c/w Danco mower. all fluids changed, all original paint, always shedded, mint condition, must be seen, 460 org. hrs., $5900. 306-681-7510, Moose Jaw, SK. 1937 JD MODEL BR, complete and in good condition, in heated garage, $5200. Pics available. 250-428-4758, Creston, BC. WANTED: OLIVER HG 42 (Cletrac) or OC3 Crawler or parts Crawler. 403-548-6637, Medicine Hat, AB. JD BR, $12,000; JD AR, $8000, both completely restored. 306-332-2536, Fort Quâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Appelle, SK. IHC W4 TRACTOR w/mounted wood saw and cast iron seats. Phone 306-697-3206, Grenfell, SK.

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NELSONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AUCTION SERVICE, Saturday, February 25, 2012, 9 AM. Antique and Collectible Auction, Nelsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Auction Center, Meacham, SK. Directions from Saskatoon: 39 miles east on Hwy 5 and 2 miles south on Hwy 2. Do not miss this auction! Many unique items including: Original Marilyn Monroe posters; Hand painted pictures of vehicles by a local artist; Signed comics, in new condition; Roy Rogers memorabilia; Porcelain dolls; 1966 Corgi â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Batmobileâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;; Asst. matchbook pinup girls; Large asst. of furniture, including a custom made dining room set; Unique parlor furniture; Oak tables, china cabinets, Hoosier, end tables; Dressers; An oak table with claw and glass ball feet; A large selection of ornate wooden chairs, including â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;King Henryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; chairs; brass bird cage; Spinning wheel; Cash register; Oak cradle; Malt machine; Clocks; Lamps; Butter churn; Stained glass; Asst. Medalta crocks and much more. Coins will be auctioned each hour starting at 10 AM. For a complete list w/pictures visit: www.nelsonsauction.com or phone: 306-944-4320. PL #911669.

2005 MACK CH 613 parting out, good run- 1989 IHC 8300 T/A, 350 Cummins, 13 ning E7 series engine. Many other parts spd., air ride, 70% 1100x24.5 tires, 70 baravailable. 780-847-3048, Marwayane, AB. rel water tank. Running but not road worWRECKING SEMI-TRUCKS, lots of parts. thy, unfinished project, needs paint and Call Yellowhead Traders. 306-896-2882, minor assembly, $2500 firm. Phone Keith 403-644-2191, Standard, AB. Churchbridge, SK. WRECKING TRUCKS: All makes all models. Need parts? Call 306-821-0260 or email: junkman.2010@hotmail.com Wrecking Dodge, Chev, GMC, Ford and others. Lots of 4x4 stuff, 1/2 ton - 3 ton, buses etc. and some cars. We ship by bus, WRECKING LATE MODEL TRUCKS: 1/2 mail, Loomis, Purolator. Lloydminster, SK. tons, 3/4 tons, 1 tons, 4x4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, vans, SUVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Also large selection of Cummins diesel GRAIN BOX AND HOIST, 18â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x8â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x48â&#x20AC;? high, motors, Chevs and Fords as well. Phone $2000. 306-329-4373 or 306-290-4372, Edmonton- 1-800-294-4784, or Calgary- Asquith, SK. 1-800-294-0687. We ship anywhere. We have everything, almost. SOUTHSIDE AUTO WRECKERS, WeySASKATOON TRUCK PARTS CENTRE burn, SK, 306-842-2641. Used car and Ltd. North Corman Industrial Park truck parts, light to heavy. We buy scrap New and used parts available for 3 ton- iron and non-ferrous metals. highway tractors including custom built tandem converters and wet kits. All truck WRECKING USED VOLVO trucks: Misc. axmakes/models bought and sold. Shop ser- les and trans. parts; Also tandem trailer vice available. Specializing in repair and suspension axles. 306-539-4642 Regina SK custom rebuilding for transmissions and differentials. Now offering driveshaft repair and assembly from passenger vehicles to heavy trucks. For more info call 306-668-5675 or 1-800-667-3023. 2006 FORD F450, 4x2, 24 passenger bus, diesel engine inoperable. $2,000. www.saskatoontruckparts.ca DL #914394 204-795-9192, Plum Coulee, MB. ENGINE SEIZED UP IN STORAGE? 90+% success freeing up stuck and frozen SCHOOL BUSES, 20 to 72 pass., 1991 pistons, $19.95 + S&H/kit. 100% guaran- and up, $2500 and up. Phoenix Auto, 306-858-2300, Lucky Lake, SK. DL 320074 teed. www.EngineRelease.com TRUCK PARTS: 1/2 ton to 3 ton; Gas and diesel engines; 4 and 5 speed trans.; single and 2 speed axles; B&H, 13â&#x20AC;&#x2122;-18â&#x20AC;&#x2122;; and many other parts. Phoenix Auto, Lucky Lake, SK., 1-877-585-2300.

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2000 CANCADE PONY pup, 18’ BH&T, new GOOD TRAILERS, REASONABLY priced. rubber and tarp, safetied, $16,500. Tandem axle, gooseneck, 8-1/2x24’, Bea306-332-6776, Fort Qu’Appelle, SK. vertail and ramps, 14,000 GVW, $6900; or triple axle, $7900. All trailers custom built 2009 CANCADE DAKOTA, tri-axle, 3 from 2000 to 20,000 lbs., DOT approved. hopper, safetied until August, farm use on- Call Dumonceau Trailers, 306-796-2006, ly, $42,500. 204-842-3617, Birtle, MB. Central Butte, SK. 2010 DOEPKER LEGACY Super B bulkers, 2005 BUICK ALLURE w/On Star, 30,000 lift axles, light pkg., alum. wheels, 22.5 kms, immaculate cond, asking $18,000 rubber, dual cranks, approx. 400,000 kms, $87,500. 306-395-2281, 306-631-7611, OBO. 306-693-9885, Moose Jaw, SK. Chaplin, SK. 1994 LINCOLN SIGNATURE, all leather, loaded, 270,000 kms, good cond, asking $2500 OBO. 306-342-4528, 306-441-5127, Cochin, SK. 2002 PONTIAC, 145,000 kms, $4500; 2009 Toyota Rave, 4 WD, 59,000 kms, loaded, $25,500. 306-493-2534, Delisle, SK.

1-2007 WILSON SUPER B; 1-2004 LodeKing Super B, steel combo. Both grain bulkers. 306-648-7766, Gravelborg, SK. SANDBLAST AND PAINT your grain trailers, boxes, flatdecks and more. We use industrial undercoat and paint. Can zinc coat for added rust protection. Quality workmanship guaranteed. Prairie Sandblasting and Painting, 306-744-7930, Saltcoats, SK. 2010 WILSON SUPER B grain trailer, all aluminum wheels, 22R5, great shape, SS corners, current safety, $78,000 OBO. Calgary, AB. 403-236-4028.

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. 2002 DOEPKER SUPER B, 11R24.5 tires, Hendrickson susp., air ride with guages, fresh MB. safety, alum. slopes, $39,500 Call Ken 204-364-2358, Arborg, MB. 2001 DOEPKER SUPER B, steel sides, alum. slopes, open end, air ride, good shape, $45,000. 403-647-7391, Foremost, AB. 2010 DOEPKER 36’, air ride, 24.5 rubber, fenders, load lights, less than 10,000 kms. 306-592-4524 306-563-8144 Buchanan SK 2006 36’ CASTLETON tandem axle open end grain trailer, 76” side walls. Esterhazy, SK. 306-745-2415 or 306-745-7168. 2011 WILSON HOPPER, 43’Lx84”Hx102”W, super single, air ride, inflation system on tires, air ride, new tarp, alum sub frame, $32,000; 2008 Timpte trap opener, both sides, 33’Lx72”Hx102”W, new recap tires, air ride, ag hoppers, perfect for Michel auger for seed tender, $27,000; 2006 Wilson, 41’Lx78”Hx96”W, alum wheels, SS back, air ride, $26,000; 2006 Timpte, alum wheels, 40’Lx78”Hx96W, SS back, air ride, alum sub frame, $26,000; 2010 Wilson, 38’Lx78”Hx102”W, air ride, ag hoppers, perfect for Michel augers for seed trailer, $32,000; 2006 Wilson, 41’Lx78”Hx96”W, ag hoppers, alum wheels, alum sub frame, SS back, air ride, $27,000. For more information call: 204-736-4854 or go to: www.vermilliontrucks.com Sanford, MB. 2008 DOEPKER SUPER B Bulker, great shape with new safety. Also in stock, 2012 Super B grain trailers; 2012 Doepker Super B flats and drop decks w/beavertail flip ramps in stock. Many more used and new 2012 trailers arriving daily, many colors to choose from. 1-800-665-6317 More details avail. at www.macarthurtruck.com 2004 DOEPKER SUPER B grain trailers. safetied until Sept/12, 24.5 rubber, new: tarps, dual cranks, bearings and sprockets on all 4 hoppers. exc condition. $48,000 plus GST. 306-587-7909, Pennant, SK 2008 DOEPKER SUPER B grain trailers, 24.5 flat alum. fenders, safetied Oct. 2011, all new brakes, silver and gray color, $55,500 plus GST. Phone 403-782-7803, Red Deer, AB. 1997 DOEPKER SUPER B, closed end, s p r i n g r i d e , l ow k m s , g r e at s h ap e , $30,000. 403-647-7391, Milk River, AB. 1995 MERRITT aluminum 41’ tandem grain trailer. Air ride, all alum. 11/24.5 wheels, tires and brakes are 70%, LED lights , commercial hoppers, good heavy tarp built to last, current safety until Sept 2012, asking $23,500 OBO. 306-749-7666 (eves.) or 306-749-2823, Birch Hills, SK.

2000 DOEPKER SUPER B, fresh safety, elec. tarps, alum. wheels, white and blue paint, rebuilt gates, 80% rubber, $42,000 OBO. 403-556-6441, Olds, AB. 2008 DOEPKER SUPER B grain trailers, 24.5 alum. wheels, round fenders, cat walks, blue and white, fresh safety Oct. 2011, $62,500 plus GST. 403-782-7803, Red Deer, AB. NEW WILSON SUPER B’s, tridem and tandem 38’; 2012 Wilson tridem, demo; 2006 Doepker Super B’s, air ride; 1996 alum. Lode-King Super B, alum. budds, air ride; 1996 Doepker Super B, air ride; 2004 and 1990 tandem grain trailers; Tandem and S/A converter, drop hitch, cert.; Tandem a x l e 1 8 ’ p o n y p u p s , B H & T. P h o n e 306-356-4550, Dodsland, SK. DL# 905231, www.rbisk.ca

2005 LODE-KING SUPER B, all steel open end grain trailers, new rubber, paint excellent, fresh safety, $50,000. Millhouse Farms 306-398-4079, Cut Knife, SK. NEW 2012 TANDEM and tri-axle trailers, 2 and 3 hopper, air ride, $25,000 up. 306-563-8765, Canora, SK. 2009 LODE-KING PRESTIGE Super B grain trailers. Excellent shape. Call 306-494-7131, Kerrobert, SK. 1995 MERRITT SUPER B grain trailers, excellent shape, $25,000. 306-441-7776, Meota, SK. 2001 LODE-KING ALUM. Super B, alum. rims, new rubber, air ride, exc. condition, $48,000. 403-647-7391, Foremost, AB. 2- NEW 2012 TIMPTE, alum. tridem grain trailers, 45’, 2 hoppers, air ride, alum. wheels, weights, 11,500 lbs., 11-24-5 tires. Feb./March delivery, $49,995. Also recent trade: 2009 Doepker 3 hopper tridem, farmer owned, vg cond., $43,000. Call Neil 306-231-8300, Humboldt, SK. 2007 LODE-KING SUPER B Prestige, alum. wheels inside and out, auto greasers, $53,500. 306-264-3794, Meyronne, SK.

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2000 BRUDER BUILT gooseneck pickup trailer, 24’ deck. Strap winch tool box, recondition 2011 April. New brakes, tires, vg condition, can deliver, $5200. Phone: 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. 1979 ATCO TROMBONE dropdeck, 8.5x45, live roll spring susp., $15,000 firm; Cert. 1993 custom built 20’ pintle trailer, beavertails, (2) 10,000 lb axles, air over hyds., completely rebuilt, $8500; 1998 shop built 20’ pintle trailer, beavertails, (2) 7000 lbs. axles, air over hyds., needs work, $2500. 780-470-0330, Edmonton, AB. PRECISION TRAILERS: Gooseneck and bumper hitch. You’ve seen the rest now own the best. Hoffart Services, 306-957-2033, www.precisiontrailer.com

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Call for a quote Andres specializes in the sales, service and rental of agricultural and commercial trailers. Fina nc ing Is Ava ila ble! Ca ll Us Toda y! Toll Free 1-888-834-8592 - Lethbridge, AB Toll Free 1-888-955-3636 - Nisku, AB ATTENTION: Lowbeds, dropdecks, vans, flatdecks, grain, tankers, car haulers, belly and end dumps. 306-563-8765, Canora, SK

2012 BISON TRAIL HAND 3H, full LQ, $27,900. Not a typo! Saddle racks, awning and more! A must see.1-866-346-3148 or www.allandale.com

2007 STOCK KING, 53’ ground load livestock trailer, 6’6” min. interior height, 4 compartments, air ride, excellent tires, great condition; 2002 INTERNATIONAL 9200i, 430 HP, Detroit 60 Series, 10 speed, 51” Pro Sleeper, 612,000 miles, new drive tires, excellent condition. Phone Trent, 306-747-3272 (home) or 306-747-7195 (cell), Parkside, SK. MR. B’s TRAILER SALES, Norberts and Rainbow, lease to own. Ph. 306-773-8688, Swift Current, SK. 2004 SOUTHLAND HORSE trailer, tack room in front, 5th wheel hitch, mint cond. $11,000 OBO. 306-834-2420, Kerrobert SK 2009 FEATHERLITE 8127-0024, 7’ tall, 24’ long, 2 gates, $16,900, exc. cond., $22,000. New! 1-866-346-3148 or www.allandale.com NEW BLUEHILLS GOOSENECK stock, 18’, $11,700; 16’, $10,900. Call 306-445-5562, Delmas, SK.

TOPGUN TRAILER SALES Custom built “For those who demand the best.” Agassiz trailers (enclosed) and Precision trailers (open cargo). 1-855-255-0199, Moose Jaw, SK. www.topguntrailersales.ca

INT. TRUCK w/TANDEM FEED Trailer. Was used as a tender unit. Fills air drill c a r t q u i c k l y, $ 2 3 , 0 0 0 O B O . C a l l 780-499-5990 cell, Legal, AB. AFFORDABLE TRAILERS. Call Larry at 306-563-8765, Canora, SK. 1975 WILLOCK tandem axle drop lowboy, WB suspension, 7’ neck, 20x9’ deck, 3 ’ 6 ” b e av e r t a i l , s a fe t i e d $ 1 8 , 5 0 0 . 204-795-9192, Plum Coulee, MB. WANTED: 2 USED Arne’s 22’x24’ end dump g r a v e l t r a i l e r, i n a n y c o n d i t i o n . 204-376-2340, 204-641-1350, Arborg, MB.

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Fina ncing Av a ila ble, Com p etitiv e Ra tes O.A.C. 24’ GOOSENECK TRI-AXLE, 21,000 lbs., $6490. Bumper pull tandem equipment: 18’, 14,000 lbs., $3975; 16’, 10,000 lbs., $3090; 16’, 7000 lbs., $2650. Factory direct. 1-888-792-6283. DROP DECK semi style sprayer trailers Air ride, tandem and tridems. 45’ - 53’. SK: 306-398-8000; AB: 403-350-0336.

2008 TRIDEM CANUCK gravel trailer, rebuilt. New Endura plastic paint, tires 80%, new main cylinder and 5th wheel plate, new front neck, $45,750 OBO. 204-825-7560 Cartwright, MB.

COMPONENTS FOR TRAILERS, Build, Repair and Manufacture. Free freight. See “The Book 2011” page 165. DL Parts For Trailers, 1-877-529-2239, www.dlparts.ca UNUSED 2012 BWS 27’ end dump tandem air ride, elec. tarp, 11R22.5 radials. Trades welcome. 306-621-0425, Yorkton, SK.

1979 GMC 7000, 16’, CIM box, tarp, 427 V8, HD 5+2 trans., 10.00x20, air brakes, $8500. 780-753-6969, Hayter, AB. 1980 INT. 1710, 3 ton, cabover, 16’ steel grain B&H, Michel’s roll tarp, motor and trans not in good cond., $3500. Phone 306-222-2877, Aberdeen, SK. 1985 MACK w/20’ ultracel box, w/seed funnel box divider, engine needs work. 306-232-4921, Rosthern, SK. 1988 IHC 2500, S/A, L10 Cummins, 10 spd., Jake, 2005 18’ CBI box, Michel’s tarp, remote hoist and endgate, exc. cond., $23,000. 403-337-2815, Carstairs, AB.

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WAYNE’S TRAILER REPAIR. Specializing in aluminum livestock trailer repair. Blaine WANTED: 40’ TANDEM aluminum grain Lake, SK, 306-497-2767. SGI accredited. trailer in excellent condition for $20,000 or HEAVY DUTY OILFIELD trailer. Fully insubest. 306-675-4450, Ituna, SK. lated, heated, 3-phase power, great on- NEW FELLING 100,000 LB. GVW tri-axle air ride, step deck trailer. Would make site storage. 403-947-3767, Beiseker, AB. ideal NH3 trailer or tender trailer, asking $24,500 OBO. 306-621-0425, Yorkton, SK. QUALITY USED/CLEARANCE TRAILERS Enclosed, flatdecks, dumps. Like new! 14’ Trailtech dump trailer, 2-7000 lb. torsion axles, slide in ramps, roll tarp. Like new! $9,995. Call Flaman Trailers in Saskatoon 1-888-235-2626 www.flaman.com/trailers

2011 CORN HUSKER grain trailer, 11R22.5, aluminum rims, 84” side walls, 102” wide, 43’ long. Loaded, hopper vibrators, like new condition, $35,000. 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB.

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NEW TRIDEM MUVALL single drop, 10’ wide, ext’s to 15’, 20,000 lb. winch, hyd. tail; 53’ and 48’ tridem and tandem stepdecks; 53’, 48’ and 45’ tridem and tandem high boys, all steel and combos; Super B and B-train high boys; Tandem and S/A converter w/drop hitch; 53’-28’ van trailers, 48’ w/side doors; Tandem lowboy; Tandem tanker, 6000 gal. Dodsland, SK. 306-356-4550 www.rbisk.ca DL#905231

2007 GMC SIERRA 2500 HD 4x4, ext. cab, longbox, trailer towing pkg, automatic, 1995 FREIGHTLINER 120, tandem, 430 e x c . c o n d . , 7 2 , 0 0 0 k m s , $ 2 2 , 0 0 0 . Detroit, 13 spd., air ride, A/T/C, jakes, burgundy, 20’x8-1/2’x66” BH&T, remote 306-937-7379, Battleford, SK. hoist and endgate, electric tarp, 24.5 tires, $45,000. 306-748-2663, Killaly, SK. 1996 FREIGHTLINER FL80, tandem, auto trans, Cat diesel, 2010 19’ Neustar B H & T, p l a s t i c f e n d e r s , $ 4 8 , 0 0 0 . 306-773-7941, Wymark, SK. 1998 IH 9100, 20’ Cancade BH&T, pintle hitch w/air and hyd., 10 spd., 260,000 kms, $37,500; 1986 GMC 7000, tag axle, 366 with 5+2, 20’ B&H, 60,000 kms, $10,500. 306-332-6776, Ft. Qu’Appelle, SK

2011 GMC SIERRA SLE, crewcab, 4x4, 34,000 kms., On-Star, loaded, $27,900. 2001 GMC TOPKICK, Cat diesel, Allison Cam-Don Motors Ltd, 306-237-4212, auto, single axle, 17’ B&H with new roll Perdue, SK. tarp. 306-338-2674, Kuroki, SK. NEW 2011 SILVERADO 3500 4 WD Crewcab LTZ Dually, 6L Duramax dsl., black, fully loaded, includes Navigation, XM radio, Command Start and much more, 3000 kms, $60,000 OBO. 306-873-7830, Porcupine Plain, SK. bmnhorn@yahoo.ca

2001 DODGE 2500, diesel, 4x4, longbox, 1990 ARNIES TRI-AXLE single drop low- ext. cab, new tires, needs front axle repair, bed, $25,000. 204-532-2231, Binscarth, r e s t o f t r u c k i n g o o d c o n d i t i o n . 306-677-7303, Hodgeville, SK. MB. 2005 FORD F150 FX4 off road package, 148,000 kms, great shape; Tonneau cover, spray-in boxliner, command start and more options. Asking $15,900. Call 306-421-2308, Torquay, SK. 2006 FORD F-150 XLT, 4x4 SuperCrew, 1 owner, 5.4, remote start, tow pkg., box liner and cover w/lock, 183,000 kms, very good cond. 306-845-2406, Turtleford, SK. ATTENTION: READY FOR sale/lease, 2007 Wilson Brute 48’ alum. combo stepdeck, sliding front axle, ratchets, new 22.5 rubber, $26,900. 306-242-2508, Saskatoon, SK. www.saskwestfinancial.com Financing info Gord 306-934-4445.

1996 GMC SIERRA 1500 SLT loaded, PW, PL, PM, power seats, etc., good shape, new trans, good tires, $4500 OBO. Call Jon at 306-230-2736, Assiniboia, SK. WANTED: ONE TON crewcab dually dsl. Would trade Mazda B2600 4x4 SuperCab DOUBLE DROP LOWBEDS: Tandems, tri- dsl, and/or 1991 Ford Ranger 4 WD Superaxles, detachables, 30-60 ton, $10,000 to Cab, 4.3 V6 GM diesel. 403-443-5092, Three Hills, AB. $35,000. 306-563-8765, Canora, SK. 2 NEW MANAC lightweight tridem air ride bottom dump gravel trailers, $58,000 1995 DODGE 2500, 4x4, 5 spd., 5th wheel each. 204-522-6597, Hartney, MB. h i t c h , b r a ke c o n t r o l , $ 8 0 0 0 O B O . 306-445-5485, Battleford, SK. 1986 KING EQUIPMENT lowbed, deck 8’8”W plus outriggers, 19’6”L, dropdeck, 1999 3/4 TON 4x4 diesel service truck, rebeavertail, 50 ton capacity, MB safetied, built motor, new tires, full service body triple axle, 275/70R22.5 tires, detachable w/tool boxes, 200 gal. fuel tank w/electric gooseneck with reconditioned cylinders, 4 pump, $5500 OBO. Phone 306-882-3787, new bushings in suspension, FOB $30,000. Rosetown, SK. 204-795-9192, Plum Coulee, MB. 2003 FORD F250, 4x4, 7.3 diesel, ext. cab w/lift kit, good shape, $8949.50. Call 2002 BERGEN 25’ 5th wheel flatdeck trailer 306-330-9114, Golden Prairie, SK. with beavertails, torsion flex axles, plus bale racks, new tires, good condition. Call 306-597-2115, Togo, SK.

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2001 IHC 4900, DT530, 300 HP, 10 spd., alum. wheels, 176,000 miles, West coast truck, fresh Sask. safety. New CIM BH&T, $46,900. Cam-Don Motors 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. 2003 FREIGHTLINER FL80 tandem, 7 spd., Cat diesel, air ride, 20’ ultracel BH&T, low miles, US rust free truck, $57,500. 306-946-8522, Watrous, SK. 2005 IH 9400 w/IFX Cummins 10 spd Autoshift, 12’s and 40’s, A/C, Jake, cruise, alum. wheels, 20’ BH&T, very nice truck, $57,500; 2007 Freightliner, 450 HP Mercedes, 10 spd., Autoshift w/clutch, 20’ BH&T, rear controls, A/T/C, jakes, 12/40 axles, alum. wheels, $68,500; 2001 Mack 460 HP Mack engine, 10 spd., Autoshift w/clutch, A/T/C, alum. wheels, 20’ BH&T, rear controls, 8 new rear tires, $53,500; 2003 IH 9200, Cat 400 HP, 18 spd., new 18’ BH&T, rear controls, $51,500; 2001 Western Star, ISX Cummins, 10 spd., 19-1/2’ BH&T, rear controls, $49,500; 1998 IH 9200, N14 Cummins, 460 HP, 13 s p d . , n ew 2 0 ’ B H & T, r e a r c o n t r o l s , $46,500; 2010 36’ grain trailer, air ride, alum. wheels, new cond., $33,500. All trucks safetied. Trades accepted. Arborfield, SK. Ph 306-276-7518, 306-862-1575 or 306-767-2616. DL #906768. 2006 FREIGHTLINER CORONADO, 515 HP Detroit, 13 spd., lockers; 2005 IHC 9400, 10 spd., 450 HP Cummins ISX; 2005 IHC 9200, 450 HP Cummins ISX w/Eaton 3 pedal AutoShift. All w/new CIM B&H, tarps. 306-270-6399, Saskatoon SK. www.78truxsales.com DL #316542. 2006 IH 9200, AutoShift w/clutch, 475 ISX Cummins, w/BH&T; 2004 Mack Vision 460, 18 spd., new 20’ B&H, with elec. tarp; 1997 Mack CH 613, 400, 18 spd., alum. b u d d s , w i t h n ew 2 0 ’ B H & T. P h o n e 306-356-4550, Dodsland, SK. DL #905231. www.rbisk.ca

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2007 KENWORTH T2000, 475 HP Cummins, 13 spd., 1.1 million kms, 22.5 tires, new paint, new rubber, pintle hitch ready, rear hoist controls, 20’x68” high box w/Michel’s tarp, air ride, cab, Jake, cruise, elec. windows, mirrors, etc. $52,500 OBO. 204-825-7560, Cartwright, MB.

20’ GRAIN BOX TANDEM DUMP GRAIN TRAILER

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AUTOMATICS, AUTOMATICS, 20052006 FL Columbias, new 20’ B&H, $50,000. 306-563-8765, 306-563-4160, Canora, SK. AUTOSHIFT TRUCKS AVAILABLE: Boxed tandems and tractor units. Contact David 306-887-2094, 306-864-7055, Kinistino, SK. DL #316588. www.davidstrucks.com COMING SOON: 2000 IH 4900 tandem, 466 diesel, low mileage, Calif. unit, no rust, exc . cond., AC, only $22,500. 306-946-8522, Watrous, SK. COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL MFG. for grain box pkgs., decks, gravel boxes, HD combination grain and silage boxes, pup trailers, frame alterations, custom paint, complete service. Visit our plant at Humboldt, SK or call 306-682-2505 for prices. ONE 42”X14’X8’ all steel grain box, w/hoist and pump, red, 3 piece tailgate, 1976 model, $1800; 52”x15’x8’ all steel grain box, w/hoist pump and tarp, swing open tailgate, 1980 model, blue, good condition, $2300. 306-259-4843, Young, SK. RETIRING: 1994 FL80 Freightliner tandem w/20’ B&H, 85,000 kms, exc . cond. $39,900. 306-934-6703 eves Saskatoon SK

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BALE DECK TRUCK

3-2009 M a c k CXU6 31, 445 HP M P8, 10 s p A u tos hiftA S 3 3 p ed a l, 12/ 40, 22.5” w heels , 3:70 g ea rs , 215” W B. 70” con d o bu n k s , 651,000 – 784,000 k m . . . $49,900 2008 IH 9900I, 500 HP Cu m m in s IS X, 13 s p , 12/ 40, 22.4” a lloy w heels , 244” W B, 72” m id -ris e bu n k , 750,000 k m . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $55,000 2007 M a c k Ra w hid e , 460 HP M a ck , 18 s p , 12 fron t46 rea rs , 24.5” a lloy w heels , 228” W B, 4:10 g ea rs , 4-w a y d iff. lock s , 60” m id -ris e bu n k , 639,587 k m . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50,000 2007 IH 9900I, 475 HP IS X Cu m m in s , 18 s p , 12/ 40, 3:90 g ea rs , 24.5” a lloy w heels , 244” W B, 72” m id -ris e bu n k , 1,118,959 k m . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $39,900 3-2006 W e s te rn S ta r 4900, 450 HP M erced es , 10 s p A u tos hift3 p ed a l, 12/ 40, 22.5” a lloy w heels , m id -ris e bu n k , 1.1M k m . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $32,000 3- 2006 IH 9400I, 475 HP Cu m m in s IS X, 13 s p , 12/ 40, 24.5” a lloy w heels , 3:90 g ea rs , 236” W B. 72” m id -ris e bu n k , 1,163,000 – 1,349,000 k m . . . . . . . . . $25,000 2007 Ke n w orth T800, 475 HP Cu m m in s IS X, 10 s p , 12/ 40, 22.5” a lloy w heels , 244” W B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50,000 2006 IH 9900I, 475 HP Ca t, 13 s p , 12/ 46, 22.5” a lloy w heels , 4:11 g ea rs , 4-w a y lock s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $30,000 2005 W e s te rn S ta r Low M a x, 475 HP Ca tC15, 13 s p , 12/ 40, 22.5” a lloy w heels , 3:58 g ea rs , 244” W B, m id -ris e bu n k , 1,254,000 k m . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $35,000 2005 IH 9400I, 475 HP Cu m m in s IS X, 13 s p , 12/ 40, 24.5” a lloy w heels , 3;90 g ea rs , 236” W B, 72” m id -ris e bu n k , 1.5M k m . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $21,000 2003 IH 7400, 260 HP DT466, 10 s p , 16,000 lbs . fron t, 40,000 lbs . rea r, 224” W B, 4:11 g ea rs , d ou ble fra m e, 254,149 k m , w ith W a lin g a g ra in box w ith PTO blow er, a n d hois t. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $35,000 2001 S te rlin g , 430 HP Ca tC12, 15 s p , 12/ 40, rem ova ble fla t-top bu n k . $18,000 d lr# 0122.

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Self Loading and Unloading Bale decks, from 10 bale units for single axles to 18 bale units for tandem and tri-drives. We will install on your truck or source a truck for you. Order with or without a pup trailer to double your hauling capacity.

Best Selling Farm Body in Canada in Steel or Aluminum – Surprisingly competitive cost – with or without matching pup trailer. 1990 FREIGHTLINER 120, day cab, 18 spd., 46 rears, wet kit, 425 Cat, $8000; 1998 Freightliner 120, Integral sleeper, 18 spd., 46 rears, 550 Cat, air ride, $13,000. 204-532-2231, Binscarth, MB. 1992 PETERBILT 357 tandem, 3406 mechanical Cat, 10 spd. w/4 spd. aux., AC, air ride, 615,000 kms, Braden winch, vg, only $24,500. 306-946-8522, Watrous, SK. 1993 FREIGHTLINER FLD120, L10-330E engine, 10 spd., air ride, 21’ deck, pintle hitch, driver’s side damage, $5500. 403-994-7754, Olds, AB. 1994 FREIGHTLINER, 3406 Cat motor, $14,000 spent on engine, new front tires, $13,000 OBO. 403-823-1894, Morrin, AB.

2001 CH613 MACK 427 HP w/sleeper, 18 spd. Eaton trans., 4-way lockers, moose guard, new virgin tires, 893,000 kms, asking $29,900. Had to go to more HP for Super B’s. Call Daryl cell: 306-297-8481; home: 306-296-4712, Shaunavon, SK. 2001 INTERNATIONAL 9200, 430-470 Detroit w/Eaton auto shift, new tires w/full senders, good shape, well maintained, $20,500. 306-642-3315, Assiniboia, SK. 2002 FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA, day cab, C12 Cat, 10 speed, air ride, air cond., premium, no rust, Calif. truck only $34,500. 306-946-8522, Watrous, SK. 2002 INTERNATIONAL 9900i, 475 Cat, 7 2 ” b u n k , n ew t i r e s , f r e s h s a fe t y. 306-264-3794, Meyronne, SK. 2002 STERLING 400 Cat, 9 spd., single axle, only, $14,500. 306-946-8522, Watrous, SK. 2003 IH 9400i, Cummins 435, 72” bunk, 13 spd., 40 rears, 1.15M kms, $23,000. 306-424-2690, Montmartre, SK.

2004 FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA 48” sleeper, 515 Detroit, 18 spd., Super 40 r e a r s , f r e s h S a s k . s a fe t y, $ 2 9 , 5 0 0 . 306-325-2021, Lintlaw SK. DL 304675. 2004 W900 KENWORTH, C-15 Cat, single turbo, 46 rears, 18 spd., exc. cond. Call 780-990-8412, Edmonton, AB. 2005 COLUMBIA FREIGHTLINER CL120 515 Detroit, 12 fronts, 40 rears, 2000 PETE 378, heavy spec, 14/46’s, 18 Daycab, spd. trans., wet kit, excellent cond. spd., 550 Cat, brakes and drums- 90%, 10 306-752-2873, 306-752-4692, Melfort, SK $27,500. 780-656-6222, Smoky Lake, AB. A F F O R DA B L E T RU C K S. C a l l L a r r y at 2005 IHC 9900, 450 HP Cummins ISX, 13 spd., mid-rise bunk, 1.1 kms; 2005 IHC 306-563-8765, Canora, SK. 9200, 450 HP Cummins ISX, 10 spd Eaton 3 pedal AutoShift, mid-rise bunk, 1.3 kms. 306-270-6399 Saskatoon, SK. DL #316542 www.78truxsales.com 2005 VOLVO 630, 465 HP, 13 spd., new steering tires, 1.4 million kms. Truck is in excellent condition, asking $24,500. 204-362-4874, Mordon, MB.

2010 K en w o rth W 9 00, IS X Cu m m in s 500 HP, 13 S p d ., 12&40’s , L o ckers , Pro d u ctPu m p , On ly 508,020 K m ’s , F in a n ce Rep o . Accep tin g Offers 2010 K en w o rth T-6 00, IS X 500 H P 13 S p d ., S u p er 40’s On ly 495,000 K m As kin g. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $8 5,000 COM IN G S OON (2) 2009 V o lvo 6 30’s , D13, 485 H P, 18 S p d , F u ll L o ckers , 46,000 Rea rs , 400,000 K m , E xten d ed E n gin e W a rra n ties . 2009 V o lvo V N L 6 4T, Da y Ca b , Cu m m in s IS X 485 H P,13 S p d ., 46,000 Rea rs , 165” W heel Ba s e, Rem o va b le Ro o fF a rin g, Po lis hed Alu m in u m W heels , New Ca m . 2007 Freightlin er Co lu m b ia , S -60 450 H P 13 S p d . 12&40’s 11r24.5 T ires Alu m in u m Rim s 795,000 K m . . . . $46 ,000

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2005 VOLVO, deer bumper and wet kit, highway driven, 740,000 miles, 10 spd. auto, w/chrome light pkg.; hyd. beavertail equipment hauling trailer, 20 ton winch, extends to 10’ wide. Can separate. Stewart 701-339-8072, 306-466-4466, Leask, SK. 2007 AND 2005 IHC 9900i’s, 18 spd’s; 2006 IH 9200 daycab and bunk, 10 spd., Eaton Autoshift w/clutch, 475 ISX Cummins; 2005 Peter, Cat, 18 spd., clean; 2003 W-900L KW, Cat, recent work orders; 2004 IH 9400, Cat, 18 spd.; 2003 Mack CH613, Super 40’s, 4-way lock, 460, 18 spd., also 2001 w/40 diffs; 2002 T-800 KW, M-11 Cummins, 10 spd.; 2001 Western Star, 4964, N-14 Cummins, 13 spd.; 1999 IH Cat, 18 spd.; 1996 Volvo 425, 13 spd. 306-356-4550, Dodsland, SK. www.rbisk.ca DL #905231. 2007 FLD120SD DAYCAB, 515 Detroit, 18 spd., Super 40 rears, fresh Sask. safety, n ew s t e e r t i r e s a n d c ap s , $ 3 9 , 0 0 0 . 306-325-2021, Lintlaw SK. DL 304675. 2007 FREIGHTLINER CLASSIC, 515 Detroit, 3-way lockers, 70” mid-roof, 24.5 rubber, 770,000 kms, asking $58,000. Call Dave 306-536-0548, Rouleau, SK. 2010 INT. LONESTAR, fully loaded, with Webasto heaters, 46 rears, 550 Cummins, 18 spd., 390,000 kms. Asking $110,000. 780-352-4388, 780-387-6356, Falun, AB.

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2007 WESTERN STAR 4900FA, 550 Cat, 18 spd., 46 rears, 63” highrise bunk, bunk and eng. Espar heaters, injectors done at 795,000 kms, all new brakes, 851,000 kms. Selling w/2007 WILSON SUPER B fully enclosed, dual openers, vented hoppers, load lights, most tires new, all in exc. shape. Complete unit for $135,000. 403-308-6642, 403-345-4763, Coaldale AB 2008 VOLVO VNL670, 485 Volvo, 18 spd., 13.2 and Super 40 rears, 243” WB, 61” high rise bunk, leather interior, loaded, 1999 IHC 2674 tandem axle c/w Cattelac moose bumper, Webasto heaters, fridge 820 feed mixer box, very clean, $39,500. and microwave. Excellent cond. w/recent Phone 403-756-3354, Stirling, AB. all new injectors, turbo and EGR cooler, 940,000 kms., $50,000 OBO. Provost, AB. 780-753-6690 or 403-359-4122. MILK HAULING TRUCKS and tankers, current MVI, in nice condition: 2000 Western Star $25,000; 2006 Western Star $50,000; 1990 Ford tank, 15,000 litres, $27,000; 1988 Abby A train, 38,000 litres, $30,000; 1987 Brenner, 24,000 litres, $19,500; 2000 Westmark B Train, 44,000 litres, $70,000. 250-830-7596, Black Creek, BC.

2006 E150 FORD passenger van, 140,000 kms, 5.4 gas engine, very good condition, AC , h e at , P W, t o w h i t c h , $ 1 0 , 0 0 0 . 204-226-7289, www.vermilliontrucks.com Sanford, MB.

2001 9400 IH heavy spec truck, front 20,000 lbs, rears 46,000, full 3-way lockers, 18 spd. trans, Cat engine 470 HP, single turbo, only 168,000 kms, MB safety, $59,000 OBO. Ph. 204-743-2324, website www.cypresstrucksandequipment.com at Cypress River, MB.

PACKAGE BEES and queens from West Au s t r a l i a . T h e o n ly m i t e f r e e b e e s available. March, April, and May delivery throughout Canada. 306-534-2014(B), 306-534-4462(H), moesplace@sasktel.net Spy Hill, SK.

1980 WESTERN STAR SHUTTLE TRUCK, hyd. hitch and wet kit, has eng. issues, model 692, 13 spd. trans., solid block susp., 44 rears, exc. tires, new: glass, mirrors, taillights, mud flaps, $5000 firm. 403-556-8440, Olds, AB. 1985 KENWORTH W900 gravel truck, 16’ box, 400 Cat, 15 spd., plumbed for pup, very nice condition; 2008 F350 King Ranch 4x4, loaded, boxliner. Will take older backhoe or payloader on partial trade. 306-338-2674, Kuroki, SK. 2003 STERLING TANDEM dump truck, 345,000 kms, fresh safety and service, rebuilt 13 spd. Fuller trans, air ride cab, fuel efficient Mercedes engine, engine brake, solid truck, $65,000 OBO, offers considered. 403-826-8161, Fort Qu’Appelle, SK. OVER 20 FIRE Engines and five ladder trucks in stock. Just out of service in work ready condition. One special foamer truck, near new condition, wrecking six trucks of various makes and models. Winnipeg, MB. Ph. 204-667-2867, fax: 204-667-2932.

RETIREMENT SALE: Available June 2012! Ready for production. Approx. 100 beehives in good equipment, a limited number of nucs, Approx. 350 full depth supers with white comb, 50 frame Maxant extractor, wax melter, Ford F250 4x4 Super Duty w/hyd tailgate, etc. Contact Larry Richardson 306-374-8130, Saskatoon, SK. Email: beez@sasktel.net

TRI-DRIVE, 1999 Paystar 5000, N14, 18 spd, 448,000 kms, long frame, good cond, $49,500. 403-345-3156, Coaldale, AB. 2000 T300 KENWORTH, 22’ refrigerated T h e r m o K i n g r e e f e r. C o n t a c t 780-361-7674, Wetaskiwin, AB. 1979 FORD LOUISVILLE 9000, 8V71, 13 spd., Rockwell rear ends, 20’ deck. Will sell as runner or part out, $7500. Phone 250-768-7462, Kelowna, BC. 1999 IHC 2674 tandem axle, c/w Cattelac 820 feed mixer box, very clean, $42,500. Phone: 403-746-3354, Stirling, AB.

WANTED: BEAVER NESTS, backs and corners. Maurice Wildeman 306-365-4395, 306-365-7802, Lanigan, SK.

QUALITY QUEEN CELLS, mid May to mid July, courier delivery available. Clifford Honey Farm 306-862-1384, Love, SK.

POLISURROUNDS 690 and 385 with nests. 7 5 p o l i s h e l t e r s , va r i o u s m a ke s . 204-435-2253, Miami, MB. RETIREMENT SALE, TISDALE, SK. Self stacking leaf cutter bee incubation trays w/screens; 3.75” Beaver nesting locks; steel corners and backing; plastic field shelters; refrigeration units; misc. equip. Ed Tanner 306-873-5109, 306-873-0255.

WANTED: PLASTIC BEE Dome shelters ( E g g e r m a n ) , p ly wo o d n e s t b a c k i n g . 204-444-3002, Oakbank, MB. WILL DO STYRO block cocoon removal. Maurice Wildeman 306-365-4395, 306-365-7802, Lanigan, SK.

USED BELTING, 12” to 54” wide for feeders and conveyors, 30” wide by 3/4” thick for lowbeds in stock. Phone Dave, 780-842-2491 anytime, Wainwright, AB.

MAGAZINE COLLECTION: Rodeo, Draft Horse, American Cowboy, Canadian Cowboy and 60 yrs. of Western Horsemen, etc. 2008 MACK PINNACLE, 613 CHU, w/16’ More info. ph 403-288-2625, Calgary, AB. gravel box, power tarp, 24.5 tires, 18 spd, eng. heater, 12 front, 46 rears, 480 HP, pintle hitch ready, 525,000 kms, loaded, $69,500. 204-825-7560, Cartwright, MB. 2000 VOLVO ROLL off truck, low mileage, safetied, 4 bins like new, pkg. price, $49,000. Winnipeg, MB. Ph 204-667-2867, ROUGH LUMBER: 2x6, 2x8, 2x10, 1” fax: 204-667-2932. boards, windbreak slabs, 4x4, 6x6, 8x8, 2005 26’ DRY van, c/w Maxon rear lift 10x10, all in stock. Custom sizes on order. gate, like new, $15,000. 780-847-3792, Log siding, cove siding, lap siding, shiplap, 1” and 2” tongue and groove. V&R Sawing, Marwayne, AB. 306-232-5488, Rosthern, SK. GRAVEL, 2002 IH SA diesel, 11’ dump, hydraulic brakes, $26,000. BUCKET CEDAR AND PINE LOG CABIN LOGS, TRUCK, FL diesel, SA, auto, $16,000. Sidings. T&G V joint paneling. Fir flooring, 306-563-8765, 306-563-4160, Canora, SK. beams, special orders. Rouck Bros, Lumby, SURPLUS GOVERNMENT TRUCKS and BC. 1-800-960-3388, rouckbros.com equipment. 3/4 ton-5 ton, cab and chas- DIMENSIONAL HARDWOOD lumber, sis, service trucks, bucket trucks, etc. ARE quarter cut Oak, Elm, Black Walnut, Hickoand Range Rider canopies and service ry, Edge Grain Fir, quarter cut Cherry. Limcaps. www.northtownmotors.com ited quantity. Inventory at 511- 3rd Street, Saskatoon, SK., 306-668-2020 DL#90871. Davidson, SK. 403-318-7589 (AB cell.)

STEEL BUILDING SALE. Inventory discount sale. 30x40’, 42x80’, 100x100’. Erection available. Must sell. Will deal. 40 year 380 CEMENT ORNAMENT MOLDS: planters, fountains, bird baths, statues, tables, paint. Source # 1O2. 1-800-964-8335. benches, variety of animals incl. large to small deer, production equip. and shelving, $65,000. Mike or Heather 306-768-2574, Carrot River, SK. PRIVE BUILDING MOVERS Ltd.! Bonded, ESTABLISHED BAKERY FOR SALE, Prince licensed for SK. and AB. Fully insured. Albert, SK. 16 years of clientele and serMoving all types and sizes of buildings. vice. Equipment included in purchase Call Andy 306-625-3827, Ponteix, SK. price. Great location, lots of potential, www.privebuildingmovers.com $199,900. MLS listing, Adam Schmalz, Schmalz Real Estate 306-981-5341. U P G R A D E D H OT E L , Bowsman, MB, $375,000. Phone Mac at 204-238-4949 for more information. LIMOUSINE BUSINESS, Kelowna, BC. Owner retiring, $125,000. Call 250-769-7078, www.blacktielimousine.ca CANDLE LAKE CAR WASH And FAMILY PIZZA licensed restaurant. Business located in a very popular resort. Owners are very motivated to sell! Building built to the highest standards with Geo Thermal heating and cooling in 2004, 2 bay car wash, family pizza restaurant, log building in back houses tool rental business. Info call Pat 306-960-9699, Prince Albert, SK. GOVERNMENT GRANTS, LOANS for new and existing farms and businesses. 1-800-226-7016 ext. 10. WELL ESTABLISHED GRAIN BIN moving operation. Come complete with all the related equipment. Excellent contacts. Will train. Phone 306-338-8288. MANUFACTURING BUSINESS welding and light fabricating. Unique patented product. Mainly agricultural. Owned for 26 years, still room for growth. Markets in Canada and USA. $195,000 plus inventory at cost. 50x70’ shop on 157’x370’ lot, $295,000. Retiring. North Battleford, SK. 306-446-4462, prairiepines@yahoo.com HOTEL IN LARGE TOWN, large volume, #1 Hwy. Motel and Food business near city in SW Sask. Large volume city bar and beer store has rental and food potential. Restaurant on busy highway can be licensed, other opportunities. Large building for sale or lease on #16 Hwy. by large town. Development land north of Saskatoon on #11 Hwy. Contact Brian Tiefenbach, 306-536-3269, 306-525-3344, NAI Commercial Real Estate (Sask) Ltd. BYOB- BE YOUR OWN BOSS. Homebased business for sale. Manufacturing and marketing fine leather belts and western buckles. $160,000 gross annual revenue. $160,000 stock and equipment included. $160,000 price tag. Training included. Books open to serious buyers. Call Tom at: 306-537-5257, Regina, SK. or email: gcbrass@accessconn.ca PROFITABLE GRAVEL Truck Operation in Regina, SK. Newer equipment. Nice facilities. Retiring. $225,000. 306-536-5055. WELL ESTABLISHED FRANCHISED Auto and Ag. Parts Business, w/short line equipment in South central Saskatchewan. 1 million+ in sales. Serious inquiries only. Please reply to Box 5558, c/o Western Producer, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 2C4.

BOOMING BUSINESS in Assiniboia, SK. 3000 sq. ft. car/truck wash with water vending. Completely upgraded and renovated. Low maintenance. $650,000 OBO. 306-640-8569. FURNITURE BUSINESS in growing AB town. Est. business, 50 minutes to Calgary, 30 minutes to Red Deer. Great location! Professionally set up. Buy at inventory cost. Call Dave at 403-556-3992. BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY for owner operator in the portable toilet business. Turnkey operations incl. equipment, supplies and training, administration, etc. Financial arrangements. 1-877-664-5005. GREAT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY. Very lucrative 13 room motel, w/attached 1053 sq. ft. home in the thriving community of Foremost, AB. Showing good returns. www.brentschlenker.com Phone: Brent at 403-580-0222. 25 YEAR MANURE cleaning business for sale. Phone: 204-937-3486, Roblin, MB. Email: toewslynn@yahoo.ca YOUR B.C. BUSINESS CONNECTION: www.syberrealty.com Motels, hotels, resorts, liquor stores, pubs, gas bars, Cstores, mobile home parks and more. Call Larry or Jody at 250-862-8100. NOVA PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS an advertising specialty company with over 30 years experience covering southern Sask. and eastern Manitoba. Large clientele base with complete line of screening equipment. Turnkey operation. Email novapromo@sasktel.net Phone 306-695-3866, Indian Head, SK.

MOTEL, THREE HILLS, AB- 26 units, Owner’s suite. Owner will train. Priced to sell, $774,900; MOTEL- COALDALE, AB., 14 units, restaurant, tavern, lounge, on Hwy #3, $877,000; Hotel- Trochu, AB with LIVESTOCK AND HAY Hauling business tavern and VLT’s. Bruce McIntosh, Re/Max for sale, B.C. and AB. Call 250-567-2851 or Landan, 403-837-2343, Calgary, AB. 250-567-8689 for info, Vanderhoof, BC. WELL-ESTABLISHED corral and feedlot cleaning business for sale in south central SK. Complete line of well maintained equipment and extensive clientele list. Serious inquiries only to 306-484-4444, Govan, SK. DEBTS, BILLS AND charge accounts too high? Need to resolve prior to spring? Call us to develop a professional mediation plan, resolution plan or restructuring plan. TRUSS PLANT for sale in Yorkton, SK. Call toll free 1-888-577-2020. Great opportunity, demand for trusses in a building boom area. Owner retired. For full NEED A LOAN? Own farmland? Bank says no? If yes to above three call details call 306-783-7929. 1-866-405-1228, Calgary, AB. WELL ESTABLISHED AG BUSINESS, supplement your income with seasonal FARM/CORPORATE PROJECTS. Call A.L. work, owner retiring, serious inquiries on- Management Group for all your borrowing ly. Reply to: Box 5560, c/o Western Pro- and lease requirements. 306-790-2020, ducer, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 2C4. Regina, SK. OPPORTUNITY TO OWN your own business. Well established Hair and Tanning Salon with excellent clientele. Upgraded 2250 sq. ft. bldg on main St. in Melville, SK. Furniture and inventory included. Own- MEAT CUTTING FACILITY- to be moved. er ready to retire. Financial arrangements 40’x30’x12’ walls. On cement slab. Tin siding. New shingles. 20x30’ cutting room. can be arranged. Call 306-728-7147. 22x20’ cooler w/rails. 8x20’ walk-in freezCOMMERCIAL SIGN BUSINESS for sale er. Complete with all equipment including serving southern Sask. CSA approved sign Butcherboy 2 HP band saw and 5 HP grindmanufacturer. Installation and service pro- er. Asking $60,000. Dale 204-734-0620 or vider for various national and local busi- John 204-734-3365, Birch River, MB. nesses. Includes inventory, customer list, trucks and equipment. $389,000. Building RETAIL MEAT SCALE, SL9000 Tech, available for lease. Serious inquiries only. 15”x10” platform, thermo printer, great Email signbiz4sale@hotmail.ca or fax working cond., $1100; Track scale, Toled o 2 2 1 2 , 5 0 0 l b . c a p a c i t y, $ 9 0 0 . 306-525-3533, Regina, SK. 250-847-2861, Smithers, BC. THRIVING BUTCHER SHOP for sale. Excellent turn-key operation. Large client base. BANDSAW BLADES: wood, metal, meat, Price reduced! Owners retiring and can’t custom made. Steelmet Supply, Saskakeep up with this busy business. Excellent toon, 1-800-667-3046. health and inspection record. Willing to stay on to train for awhile. For more info. phone 780-339-3968, Tomahawk, AB.

PINE AND POPLAR: 1” and 2” V-joint, shiplap, log siding, etc. Phone 306-862-5088, 2003 FORD EXPEDITION Eddie Bower Nipawin, SK. BIN MOVING, HOPPER CONE MFG Edition, 150,000 kms, fully loaded, BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY. For sale $12,000. 306-264-3834, Kincaid, SK. Westeel bin moving trailer, 45’ bin crane, all necessary jigs to manufacture popular 2005 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER, LT package, 143,940 kms., silver/grey color, heated CONTINUOUS METAL ROOFING, no ex- name brand 14’ and 15’ hopper cones, exc. posed screws to leak or metal overlaps. cond., $56,000. Serious inquiries. Forward leather seats, excellent condition, $9900 Ideal for lower slope roofs, rinks, church- name, telephone, and address: Box 5005, OBO. 306-725-4483, Strasbourg, SK. es, pig barns, commercial, arch rib build- Western Producer, Saskatoon, SK S7K 2C4 ing and residential roofing. For info. call 14 ACRES of commercial land located on 306-435-8008, Wapella, SK #1 Hwy. just outside of Swift Current, SK. 1985 FORD 9000 tandem deck truck, 19’ Contact Greg Belof 306-596-7654, deck, L10 Cummins engine, 9 spd., 22.5 306-525-3344, NAI Commercial Real Esrubber, no rust, southern USA truck. Factate (Sask) Ltd. tory air tag axle, 12 front, 40 rears, 1 owner truck, newer rebuilt engine, new seat, MUST SELL! NEW, never constructed, OWN YOUR OWN Business. Looking for pintle hitch and air lines for trailer. Great TORO steel straight wall steel building. online trainers. Flexible hrs, work from water or liquid truck, good condition. 32’Wx60’Lx18’H with 16’x14’ overhead gar- home. Free information and training. $15,500, SK safetied. 306-259-4843, age door opening. Incl. 6 skylights and www.123excelyourlife.com blue prints w/pkg. Reduced from $29,500; Young, SK. Now $27,500. Jan Martin 306-374-2733 TREE SERVICE FOR SALE: Saskatoon, SK. 4- 24’, 16’, and 26’ van bodies, 9’ rollup work or 306-260-9560 cell, Saskatoon, SK. area, established in 1994, great clientele, doors, $2000 and up, 1- 24’, 22’ and 26’ excellent reputation, good equipment, flat decks, $2950 and up. 306-946-8522, 1 5 0 8 ’ A N C H O R S fo r s a l e . P h o n e p r i c e d t o s e l l , u n d e r $ 2 0 0 , 0 0 0 . Watrous, SK. 780-514-0842, Alsike, AB. 306-931-4401. Serious inquires welcome.

FARM CHEMICAL/ SEED COMPLAINTS We also specialize in: Crop insurance appeals; Chemical drift; Residual herbicide; Custom operator issues; Equipment malfunction. Qualified Agrologist on staff. Call Back-Track Investigations for assistance regarding compensation, 1-866-882-4779.

WILL CUSTOM FEED cattle and calve out. Phone 306-736-2277, 306-736-7034, Kipling, SK.

TIM’S TOWING: Heavy and light towing, boosting and recovery, scrap removal. 306-269-7556, Foam Lake, SK.

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JIMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S TUB GRINDING, H-1100 Haybuster with 400 HP, serving Sask. 306-334-2232, Balcarres. TAYLORâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S TUB GRINDING, running an H1100 E haybuster. Simpson, SK. Call Dean 306-963-2264 or 306-946-8530 cell.

300 HP 4WD Tractor for rent or custom work. 403-443-5092, Three Hills, AB. NORTHERN BRUSH MULCHING Can clear all fence lines, brush, trees or unwanted bush. Competitive rates. Call Reuben 306-467-2422, Duck Lake, SK. 650 JD DOZER, new unit ready for work with operator and truck to move it if needed. Wide pad machine. Call Gord at 780-878-3515 or 780-910-2120 AB. info@coredrilling.ca NEUFELD ENT. CORRAL CLEANING, payloader, Bobcat w/rubber tracks, vertical beater spreaders. Custom fencing. 306-220-5013, 306-467-5013, Hague, SK. TONYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MOBILE WELDING will do welding jobs around Regina, SK. area. 306-537-5769. BUSH CLEARING and dugouts. Dozer and trackhoe combo. Perfect winter for it, minimal snow and frozen ground. Serving southern SK. Vos Industries 306-529-1875

CONTERRA GRADER for skidsteers and tractors. Excellent for road maintenance, floating and levelling. 518S-SS, $2499. Conterra manufactures over 150 attachments. Call 1-877-947-2882, view online at www.conterraindustries.com HYDRAULIC SCRAPERS: LEVER 60, 70, 80, and 435, 4 - 20 yd. available, rebuilt for years of trouble-free service. Lever Holdings Inc., 306-682-3332, Muenster SK UH-122 TRACKHOE; Cat 631 scraper; 1990 Ford 655C backhoe; Komatsu WA320-1 loader; New fiber building 25x60â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, $6500. 306-238-4411, Goodsoil, SK.

N E W 1 0 â&#x20AC;&#x2122; A N D 1 2 â&#x20AC;&#x2122; B I G D O G B OX SCRAPER heavy duty, tilt, 24â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; high back, 42â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; available in both widths for up to 5 yd. heap capacity. Starting at $3500. Larger sizes up to 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; also avail. Call for pricing. Phone 204-871-1175, MacGregor, MB. EXPLOSIVES CONTRACTOR: Beaver dams, rocks, stumps. Reasonable rates. SOLID DEAL: over the tire rubber tracks Northwest Demolition, Radisson, SK. for skidsteer, $2900. 306-561-7733, Kenaston, SK. Phone 306-827-2269 or 306-827-7835. REGULATION DUGOUTS: 120x60x14â&#x20AC;&#x2122; EXCELLENT SELECTION Used skidsteers, $1800; 160x60x14â&#x20AC;&#x2122; $2600; 180x60x14â&#x20AC;&#x2122; track loaders, fork lifts, zoom booms, mini $3000; 200x60x14â&#x20AC;&#x2122; $3400. Saskatoon, SK, excavators. Visit www.glenmor.cc for more details, specs and prices. Glenmor, phone 306-653-3473, 306-222-8054. 1-888-708-3739, Prince Albert, SK. CHAMPION GRADER PARTS, Model D600 to 760, 1972 to 1986, engines, trans, RED SEAL JOURNEYMAN MILLWRIGHT. hyd. pumps, etc. Call Wes 306-682-3367 Specializes in hydraulics, agri and com- leave message, Humboldt, SK. mercial. Also do all kinds of mechanical VOLVO 240 HYD. EXCAVATOR, 2 buckets work, plus welding. Excellent service and and a thumb. 780-307-5948, Morinville, even better rates. Shop on farm, 17 miles AB. north of Shellbrook, SK. Will do service calls. Email shanemcaleese@hotmail.com ROME PLOW AND KELLO DISC blades and bearings, 24â&#x20AC;? to 42â&#x20AC;? notched disc Call anytime 306-747-3086, 306-714-7072 blades. www.kelloughenterprises.com 4T CONTRACTORS INC. Custom fenc- 1-888-500-2646, Red Deer, AB. ing, mulching, corral cleaning and bobcat services. Metal siding and SKIDSTEERS: Cat 277B, 2200 hrs.; Bobroofs. Will do any kind of work. cat T190, 2100 hrs., S150. Conquest 306-329-4485, 306-222-8197, As- Equipment 306-483-2500, Oxbow, SK. quith, SK. fortywhitetails@yahoo.ca PARTING OUT OVER 20 graders. 2- JD MULCHING - TREES, brush, stumps, etc. 770A; 1- A/C M100, Cat 112 and 212; 212 years of enviro friendly mulching. Visit Cat 12E; 4- Champ 562; -4 Champ 600; 4Champ 720; 2- Champ 740; 1- Wabco 777; www.maverickconstruction.ca 2- A/C Model D; 1- Austin Weston; 1- GaBRUSH MULCHING. The fast, effective lion T-600C. Phone: 204-667-2867, fax: way to clear land. Four season service, 204-667-2932, Winnipeg, MB. competitive rates, multiple units. Borysiuk Contracting, 306-960-3804, Prince Al- 1981 CASE W20B wheel loader, well maintained, $23,500. 204-525-4521, Minitonas, bert, SK. www.borysiukcontracting.ca MB. www.waltersequipment.com

C AT 9 2 0 W H E E L L OA D E R , b u c ke t , 17.5x25 tires, 3rd valve, cab, heater, good condition. 306-621-0425, Yorkton, SK. ON HAND: 19 skidsteers, 12 backhoes, 9 telescopic lifts, 17 loaders, 2 crawlers, 3 excavators, 1 grader, 2 Ditch Witches. Website: www.kmksales.com or phone 306-231-8111, Humboldt, SK. WANTED: GENERAL PURPOSE loader bucket, 94-98â&#x20AC;?, 2 to 2.5 yd. capacity. 306-862-8518, Choiceland, SK. ROAD GRADERS CONVERTED to pull behind large 4 WD tractors, 14â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; blade widths available. Call C.W. Enterprises, 306-682-3367, 306-231-8358, Humboldt, SK, www.cwenterprises.ca SCRAPERS FOR SALE, Cat, LaPlante, Allis, LeTourneau, converted to hyd., will also do custom conversions. Looking for cable scrapers. Call toll free 1-866-602-4093. CAT D5H LGP 6-way dozer, winch, cab guarded and sweeps. 780-307-5948, Morinville, AB.

2005 JCB 535-125 telehandler, 1640 hrs., 8000 lbs. to 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; max lift height, 4x4, 4 wheel selectable steering, powershift trans., front stabilizers, aux. hyd., full cab w/heat, very nice! $61,900. Call Jordan anytime 403-627-9300, Pincher Creek, AB. 1993 PETERBILT 378 gravel truck, 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; box, 425 Detroit, 13 spd. trans. Will take older backhoe or payloader as partial trade. 306-338-2674, Kuroki, SK. 2003 D85E21 KOMATSU, twin tilts, bush equipped, cab/air/heater, ripper, 4200 hrs mint cond. 306-272-4382, Foam Lake, SK. WANTED: BALL or tractor with ball for 6000 Eversman scraper. 403-501-5420, Brooks, AB.

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1972 TAYLOR W-30-W0M forklift, 30,000 lb. capacity, mast type 14â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, lift height 188â&#x20AC;?, 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; carriage width, 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; forks, Detroit diesel, 4700 hrs. Unit is fully operational and can be tested at any time. $25,000. 306-483-5055, Oxbow, SK. 140G CAT GRADER S/N 81V00642, c/w Weldco Beales dozer and wing, 2â&#x20AC;&#x2122; ext. on blade, Espar heater, tires at 75%, tire chains, asking price $50,000 OBO. Call 780-648-3950, Whitecourt, AB.

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FARM AND INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICAL motor sales, service and parts. Also sale of, and repairs to, all makes and sizes of pumps, generators, phase converters, etc. Tisdale Motor Rewinding 1984 Ltd., 306873-2881, fax 306-873-4788, 1005A- 111 Ave., Tisdale, SK. www.tismtrrewind.com PHASE CONVERTERS, RUN 220V 3 phase on single phase. 204-800-1859, 1998 CAT 426C BACKHOE, 4WD, cab, motors, extend-a-hoe, auxiliary hydraulics, quick- Winnipeg, MB. connect for rear bucket, 1250 lb counterweight, AC/heater, 5533 hrs. $38,800. Trades welcome. Financing available. 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com HD PUG MILL; conveyors; augers; 8 fur2- CAT D7Hâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, wide pad, narrow pad, rip- nace housings; gearboxes; blowers; elec. p e r s , c a b i n g u a r d s a n d s w e e p s . motors, 3 phase, 575-600 volts, from 1 to 50 HP; lots of controls; pallet wrapper; 780-307-5948, Morinville, AB. lights; etc. 306-693-6463, Moose Jaw, SK. CLIFFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S USED CRAWLER PARTS. Some ROTARY PHASE CONVERTERS, provides o l d e r C at s , I H a n d A l l i s C h a l m e r s . instant 3 phase power. Lowest prices guar780-755-2295, Edgerton, AB. anteed. Ideal for industrial and agricultural 853 BOBCAT, bucket, very good, 12x16.5 applications, certified equip., full warranty. tires, recent reman. engine, $12,500. 1-866-676-6686. www.phase-quest.com 204-795-9192, Plum Coulee, MB. 2009 HYUNDAI HL740-7A wheel loader S/N #LF0710084, CAHR, 2.5 yd. bucket, 3rd valve hyd. quick attach bucket, 20.5x25 radial tires, 785 hrs., $99,000; 2005 VOLVO L90E wheel loader, S/N #L90EV66850, CAHR, 3.5 yd. bucket, quick attach bucket, 7500 hrs., $105,000. 306-531-8720, Lipton, SK. ENGINE SEIZED UP IN STORAGE? 90+% success freeing up stuck and frozen pistons, $19.95 + S&H/kit. 100% guaranteed. www.EngineRelease.com TRACK EXCAVATORS: 2005 Link Belt, 330 L X , c / w hy d . t h u m b ; 2 0 0 3 H i t a c h i EX270LC, c/w hyd. thumb; 1995 Cat 325L, c/w hyd. thumb; 2004 Case 580SM Series II 4x4, loader backhoe; 2008 NH L170 skidsteer. 780-361-7322, Edmonton, AB SNOW GROOMER Marcel 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; wide Massey 396 tractor w/tracks, 3082 hrs., $25,000. 306-563-8765, Canora, SK. 950 CAT WHEEL LOADER, 1966, bucket, recent work order sleeves, pistons, bearing and heads, 20.5x25 tires, $21,000. 204-795-9192, Plum Coulee, MB. ALLIS CHALMERS HD16 Crawler dozer. bush equipped, very good cond. Pictures at www.buyandsellfarmmachinery.com 204-564-2540, Shellmouth, MB WANTED: TD 45 Volvo engine in good shape. Call 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. CRAIG HYDRAULIC LIFT snowplow wing complete for a JD 770CH grader, asking $7000. 306-675-4970, Leross, SK.

1996 CAT 416B loader/backhoe, 8892 hrs., 4x4, Extend-A-Hoe, full cab w/heat, 24â&#x20AC;? digging bucket, excellent condition, $29,000. Call Jordan anytime 403-627-9300, Pincher Creek, AB. WISCONSIN MOTOR PARTS for VG4D: Crank shaft, heads, fly wheel, starter, EX 200LC HITACHI excavator, 2 buckets, m a n i f o l d a n d c a r b , $ 1 0 0 0 O B O . recently new undercarriage, $40,000 OBO. 204-669-9626, Winnipeg, MB. 306-873-5675, Crooked River, SK. NEW GENESIS ENGINES. Still in original EQUIPMENT RENTALS: Excavators, Doz- factory crate. Available for TR99 and ers, Loaders, Compactors, etc. Conquest CX840/860/880. $9860 each. Equipment, 306 483 2500, Oxbow, SK. 1-800-667-4515. www.combineworld.com 2009 BOBCAT S205, 1140 hrs., excellent THREE- 621 CAT MOTORSCRAPERS, FIAT ALLIS 16B,D,P and A parts; Also WANTED: 400 FORD MOTOR to fit a 1976 condition c/w 2 buckets. 780-485-7700, 2 3 H S e r i e s , c a n o py, $ 2 5 , 0 0 0 e a c h . good undercarriage for D7G. Lots of good Ford F-350 auto transmission. Phone 306-576-2283, Wishart, SK. 204-795-9192, Plum Coulee, MB. Edmonton, AB. parts. 306-873-5675, Crooked River, SK.

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Labor to Build $6,130.00 $6,750.00 $7,940.00 $8,040.00 $8,040.00 $8,040.00 $8,040.00 $8,580.00 $9,010.00 $10,300.00 $11,580.00 $12,870.00 $15,440.00 $14,920.00 $16,560.00 $18,220.00 $19,880.00 $21,540.00

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CHABOT IMPLEMENTS Neepawa, MB 204-476-3333 Steinbach, MB 204-326-6417 F.V. PIERLOT & SONS Nipawin, SK 306-862-4732 GREENFIELD AGRO SERVICE Rosetown, SK 306-882-2600 KROEKER MACHINERY Winkler, MB 204-325-4311 MARKUSSON NEW HOLLAND Emerald Park, SK 1-800-819-2583 MARTODAM MOTORS Spiritwood, SK 306-883-2045 MOODYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EQUIPMENT LTD. Saskatoon, SK 306-934-4686 Perdue, SK 306-237-4272 Unity SK 306-228-2686 Lloydminster, SK 306-825-6141 Kindersley, SK 306-463-2335 Olds, AB 403-556-3939 High River, AB 403-652-1410 Balzac, AB 403-295-7824 NYKOLAISHEN FARM EQUIPMENT Kamsack, SK 306-542-2814 Swan River, MB 204-734-3466

PARKLAND FARM EQUIPMENT North Battleford, SK 306-445-2427 REDVERS AGR. & SUPPLY LTD. 306-452-3444 ROBERTSON IMPLEMENTS (1988) LTD. Shaunavon, SK, 306-297-4131 Swift Current, SK 306-773-4948 SCHROEDER BROS. Chamberlain, SK 306-638-6305 TWEED FARM EQUIPMENT Devilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lake, ND 701-662-7522 Medora, MB 204-665-2260 WHITE AG SALES & SERVICE Whitewood, SK 306-735-2300 AR-MAN EQUIPMENT Vulcan, AB 403-485-6968, 1-866-485-6968 BILLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S FARM SUPPLIES INC. Stettler, AB 403-742-8327 CAOUETTE & SONS IMPLEMENTS St. Paul, AB 780-645-4422 FOSTERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AGRI-WORLD Beaverlodge, AB 780-354-3622, 1-888-354-3620

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HAT AGRI-SERVICE Medicine Hat, AB 403-526-3701, 1-888-526-3702 Dunmore, AB,403-526-3701, 1-888-526-3702 HI LINE FARM EQUIPMENT LTD. Wetaskiwin, AB 780-352-9244, 1-888-644-5463 HAMMER NEW HOLLAND Westlock, AB 780-349-2588 1-877-456-3276 HOULDER AUTOMOTIVE LTD. Falher, AB, 780-837-4691, 1-866-837-4691 Grimshaw, AB 780-332-4691, 1-800-746-4691 KASH FARM SUPPLIES LTD. Eckville, AB 403-746-2211, 1-800-567-4394 TROCHU MOTORS LTD. Trochu, AB 403-442-3866, 1-888-336-3866 E. BOURASSA & SONS: Assinniboia 1-877-474-2456 Estevan 1-877-474-2495 Pangman 1-877-474-2471 Radville 1-877-474-2450 Weyburn 1-877-474-2491

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MERIDIAN GRAIN MAX 4000 and Meridian fertilizer bins- now back in stock and ready for immediate delivery. See your n e a r e s t F l a m a n s t o r e t o d ay o r c a l l 306-934-2121, or visit www.flaman.com GRAIN RING, 65,000 bu., 4’ tall, 90’ wide; Also, Kello-Bilt 15’ deep ripper. Phone 403-315-9213, Burdette, AB. 2004 WESTEEL MAGNUM L. 72 ton cap, no rust, $12,500. Also, 70 tons of 28-0-0 fert. in bin. Can be sold as pkg. Call Jon 306-230-2736, Assiniboia, SK. POLY HOPPER BINS, 100 bu., $900; 150 bu. $1250. Call for nearest dealer. Buffer Valley Ind., 306-258-4422, Vonda, SK.

THE WESTERN PRODUCER, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2012

BAGGERS, BAGS EXTRACTORS For Sale or Rent Financing Available

Hig h Profile Hop p erbottom ; S teep 36 d eg ree s lop e; d ou ble ba n d for s ecu re bin m ou n tin g ; a ll boltholes p u n ched ; leg s a re d ou ble w eld ed to both ba n d s ; w ith g u s s etp la tes ; d rip free s ea led chu te; d ia m on d d es ig n m a n hole; con tin u ou s M IG w eld ed ; S a s k a tchew a n m a d e. Ho pperCo n e Bin Bo tto m s 14’ hop p ercon e. . . . . . . . . . . . $2 ,2 60.00 15’ hop p ercon e. . . . . . . . . . . . $2 ,675.00 15’ - 10” hop p ercon e. . . $3,000.00 18’ hop p ercon e. . . . . . . . . . . . $4,2 2 5.00 19’ hop p ercon e. . . . . . . . . . . . $4,550.00 S teel s k id & d elivery a va ila ble. Rosler Construction 2000 Inc. 120 - 71st St. W. Saskatoon, Sask. S7R 1A1 PH: (306) 933-0033 Fax (306) 242-3181

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e of(2)-10,000Bu Com bo- $51,800.00 or$2 .59PerBu e of(2)-9000Bu Com bo-$47,100.00 or$2 .61PerBu e of(2)-7200Bu Com bo-$37,800.00 or$2 .62 PerBu e of(2)-6200Bu Com bo-$32 ,800.00 or$2 .64PerBu e of(3)-4235Bu Com bo-$33,900.00 or$2 .66PerBu

FOR ALL YOUR grain storage, hopper cone and steel floor requirements contact: Kevin’s Custom Ag in Nipawin toll free: 1-888-304-2837. BINS, LEGS and various feed mill equip. for sale. For more info. please call 204-638-5840, Dauphin, MB.

S AKUNDIAK HOP P ER COM BO S P ECIALS Pa ck a g e of(3)-3400Bu Com bo-$2 7,800.00 or$2 .72 PerBu Pa ck a g e of(2)-5000Bu Com bo-$2 6,100.00 or$2 .61PerBu Allco m b o s c/w Au to Lid O pen ers, La d d ers, S kid s a n d La b o u r. Freight,A irS ys tem s and Leas ing A v ailable.

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INVENTORY BLOW-OUT. All remaining 2011 inventory of Twister bins are on sale. Flat bottom and hopper bottom, all must go! Set up crews available for next spring. See your nearest Flaman store or call 1-888-435-2626. BIG BINS - Concrete, erection and repair. Call 1-800-2492708, Quadra Development Corp, Rocanville, SK. BINS FOR SALE: 6000, 4500, 4000, 3300, and 3000 bu. bins on new wooden flat bottom floors. 306-631-8308, Moose Jaw, SK CHIEF WESTLAND AND CARADON BIN extensions, sheets, stiffeners, etc. Now avail. Call Bill, 780-986-5548, Leduc, AB. www.starlinesales.com FOR SALE: AKRON E180T GRAIN BAG extractors. Craig or Aaron 306-682-5888 or 306-231-9937 Humboldt, SK.

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NH3 WAGON w/TWIN 800 gallon tanks. Large tires on offset axles, $5500 OBO. 780-499-5990 cell, Legal, AB.

2008 CASE 4020, 330 HP, auto, 70’ flex air, 2000 hrs., $192,000; 2006 Loral 6300 Ca ll to d a y & tu rn yo u r s to ra ge id ea in to rea lity. w/DT 570 auto, AirMax 1000 bed, 2200 hrs., $126,000; 4x4 2002 AgChem, AirMax 1000, 2450 hrs., $104,000; 2002 Loral 400 H P, a u t o , A i r M a x 1 0 0 0 , 4 4 0 0 h r s . , $94,500; 2002 Loral, 400 HP auto, AirMax Ph. 306.373.2236 fx. 306-373-0364 2000 twin bin, 70’ booms, 2950 hrs., $104,000; 4x4 1999 Loral, AirMax 5 bed, w w w .b on din d.com $71,000; 1999 AgChem, 70’ booms, e m a il joe @ b on din d.com $68,000; 1997 AgChem, 70’ booms, $38,000; 1997 Loral, AirMax 5, $57,500; 1996 Loral AirMax 5 bed w/chemical bins, 8700 hrs., $36,500; 1996 Mertz 2 bin w/chemical bins, $37,000; Wilmar semi tender, 2 axles, $31,500; 2001 Case 3 wheeler, 70’ booms, $67,000; 1999 Loral w/Super 10 spd., 3020 new leader spinner bed, $43,000; 8 ton Doyle vertical blender, 40 HP, $17,500; 5 ton Tyler blender, 40 KEHO/ GRAIN GUARD Aeration Sales HP, $7500; 1978 1500 gallon NH3 twin and Service. R.J. Electric, Avonlea, SK. Call pack w/CRN number, $15,500. Northwest 306-868-2199 or cell: 306-868-7738. largest used selection of fertilizer equipm e n t . 4 0 6 - 4 6 6 - 5 3 5 6 , C h o t e a u , M T. KEHOE 3Y BRANCH duct system for 19’ flat www.fertilizerequipment.net bottom bin, $350. Phone 306-642-3888, USED FERTILIZER SPREADERS, 4 ton to Assiniboia, SK. 8 ton, 10 ton tender $2500, 16 ton tender KEHO/ OPI STORMAX/ Grain Guard. For $5900. www.zettlerfarmequipment.com sales and service east central SK. and MB., 204-857-8403, Portage la Prairie, MB. c a l l G e r a l d S h y m ko , C a l d e r, S K . , NH3 TANK AND WAGON, 2000 US gal., 306-742-4445, or toll free 1-888-674-5346 ready for use w/recent inspection, cert. and work order provided to buyer, original KEHO, STILL THE FINEST. Clews Storage owner, asking $6750. 403-394-1956 or Management/ K. Ltd., 1-800-665-5346. 403-382-5051, Lethbridge, AB.

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LOOKING FOR a floater or tender? Call me first. 30 years experience. Loral parts, new 2003 TERRA GATOR 8104, AirMax 1000 twin granular bin, 70’, Raven AutoSteer, and used. 403-650-7967, Calgary, AB. Falcon II rate controller, 3900 hrs, $110,000 OBO. Leslie, SK. 306-272-4739, 306-272-0202.

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TERRAGATOR 1804 FERTILIZER floater, $15,000; 2001 Terragator 8103 floater 70’, 1000 Max, JD motor, powershift, $86,000. 204-522-6597, Hartney, MB.

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DICKIE JOHN NH3 kit, autorate controller. Located at Viscount SK. Phone 403-312-5113

FERTILIZER STORAGE TANKS- 8300 Imp. gal., get yours now! Contact your nearest Flaman location or call 1-888-435-2626 or visit www.flaman.com

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20’ AND 40’ SEA CONTAINERS, for sale in Calgary, AB. Phone 403-226-1722, 1-866-517-8335. www.magnatesteel.com

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2011 BATCO 1845 conveyor, with elec. motor mounting kit and wind guards. Reg. $19,225, Demo Special $15,250; 2085 BatBEAVER CONTAINER SYSTEMS, new co conveyor with updated gear boxes, hyd. a n d u s e d s e a c o n t a i n e r s , a l l s i z e s . swing, good condition, $18,000. Phone 306-648-3622, Gravelbourg, SK. 306-220-1278, Saskatoon, SK.

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w w w .fullb in s upe rs e n s o r.co m S A K U N D I A K A U G E R S I N S TO C K : swings, truck loading, Hawes Agro SP movers. Contact Hoffart Services Inc. Odessa, SK, 306-957-2033. SAKUNDIAK GRAIN AUGERS: Hawes SP kits and clutches, Kohler, B&S engines, gas and diesel. Call Brian “The Auger Guy” 204-724-6197, Souris, MB. SALE: WHEATHEART AUGERS: BH 8x41 w/mover, clutch, 27 HP motor, reg. $12,780, cash $11,100; BH 8x46 with mover, clutch, 27 HP Kohler, reg. $13,200, cash $11,500; BH 8x51 with mover, clutch and 30 HP, reg. $13,500, cash $11,750; BH 10x41 with mover, clutch and 35 HP Vanguard, reg. $14,300, cash $12,500. 306-648-3622, Gravelbourg, SK. SAKUNDIAK GRAIN AUGERS available with self-propelled mover kits and bin sweeps. Contact Kevin’s Custom Ag in Nipawin toll free 1-888-304-2837.

588 CRIPPIN screen machine w/brush cleaners, good cond. Asking $7500 Wrentham, AB. 403-634-1731 or 403-222-2258. CUSTOM COLOR SORTING chickpeas to mustard. Cert organic and conventional. 306-741-3177, Swift Current, SK. BATCH TREATER 40 bag inoculant applicator for canola. Ph Can-Seed Equipment Ltd., 306-244-2285, Saskatoon, SK. TWO CARTER DAY 612 graders, excellent condition, $7500 each. 403-634-1731 or 403-222-2258, Wrentham, AB. LMC MARK IV gravity with air suction deck cover; #6 precision grader (Carter Day); 8 way - 6” Behlen distributor; 8 way - 8” Sullivan Strong distributor; 10,000 bu./hr overhead bulk weigh scale; 3,000 bu./hr. overhead bulk weigh scale and support tower. 306-398-4714, Cut Knife, SK. FOREVER SIMON DAY MOBILE grain cleaner, fully self-contained on fully enclosed trailer. 306-736-2445, Kipling, SK. DUAL SCREEN ROTARY grain cleaners, great for pulse crops, best selection in We s t e r n C a n a d a . 3 0 6 - 2 5 9 - 4 9 2 3 , 306-946-7923, Young, SK. NEW GJESDAL M100 w/yellow mustard cereal and flax screens plus extra hub assembly for quick change, $6500. 306-483-7234, Carnduff, SK.

FREE COLOUR SORTER DEMO- Flaman Grain Cleaning and Handling is offering you the chance to bring us your dirty sample of grain and let us show you what a 2007 FARM KING 13x70 swing auger, hyd. SATAKE colour sorter can do for you. Call mover, like new, $14,000; 2003 Buhler us today in Saskatoon at 306-934-2121 Farm King 10x36 auger, Wheatheart mov- and book your appointment! er, 15 HP single phase motor, $8,000. Both CALL MINIC IND. for all your bucket eleone owner. Phone Glenn 306-272-7123, vator, screw/drag and belt conveyor parts eagleagri@sasktel.net Foam Lake, SK. and accessories. We specialize in stainless steel and mild steel for your new equipquotation requirements. Call Chris at HAWES AGRO MOVER KITS ment 204-339-1941, Winnipeg, MB. Electric clutches & reversible gear boxes. New 10” Sakundiak augers 40’ to 60’ Kohler Engines Gas 18 - 40 HP, Diesel 40 - 50 HP

SEED TREATERS USC and Bayer (Gustaphson). Order now for timely delivery. Phone Can-Seed Equipment Ltd., 306-244-2285, Saskatoon, SK. Call us at 1-866-373-8448 LARGE SELECTION of dual screen rotary in Saskatoon, Sask. screeners and Kwik Kleen 5-7 tube. www.hawesagro.com 204-857-8403, Portage la Prairie, 45’ BELT CONVEYOR (Batco field loader www.zettlerfarmequipment.com 1545) c/w motor and mover kit. 6000 CUSTOM COLOR SORTING. All types of bu./hour, ideal for unloading hopper bins. commodities. Call Ackerman Ag Services Gentle handling of pulse crops. Call your 306-638-2282, Chamberlain, SK. nearest Flaman store or call 1-888-435-2626. www.flaman.com GRAIN CLEANING SCREEN and frames for all makes and models of grain cleaners. Housing Western Canada’s largest inventory of perforated material, we will set your cleaner up to your recommendation. Also, ask us about bucket elevators and 71’ 85’ & 95’ M O D EL S accessories Call Flaman Grain Cleaning, Q u an tities are lim ited . 1-888-435-2626.

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1989 MF 200 30’ w/PU reel, rotor sheers. New power wheel this season and late last season. New reel drive and canvass drive motor 2 yrs. ago. New hyd. pump a year ago. Lift cylinders 3 years ago. Asking $18,000 but will take offers. Email mdknight@xplornet.com for pictures. Call Mike at 204-568-4456, Decker, MB. 2002 PRAIRIE STAR 4952, 972 30’ MacDon w/1330 cutter bar hrs., double swath, canola drum, 2 spd. turbo dsl, Outback Edrive AutoSteer, big tires and rear weight kit, $67,000 OBO. Jess 306-869-7013, Paul 306-869-7012, Radville, SK. 1995 JD 3830, diesel, 16’ hay header and crimper. 306-236-8023, Goodsoil, SK. RETIRING: 2005 MF 9420, 770 hrs, 25’, PU reel, gauge wheels, Roto-Shears, triple delivery, $65,000. 780-998-9013, Fort Sask., AB.

2010 JD 9770 STS, 491 sep. hours., Contour-Master w/high torque variable spd. feeder house, high cap. lift cylinders, 22’ perforated high cap. unloading auger, chopper, HD final drives, 800/70R38 tires80%, small grain and corn/bean concaves included! Just been Greenlighted! Full machine warranty till May 2/13 or 1500 eng. hrs. Excellent shape! $239,750. Ph Jordan anytime 403-627-9300, Pincher Creek, AB. 2009 JD 9870 STS 4 WD, 566 hours, Premier cab, Countour-Master, 5 spd. feeder house, 650/85R38’s w/duals, Intelligent power management, chopper w/powercast tailboard, $229,500 US. 320-848-2496, 320-894-6560, Fairfax, Minnesota. www.ms-diversified.com 1994 JD 9400, c/w 1997 914 JD PU and 1994 930 JD rigid header, $12,000 Greenlight (last winter), 2945 threshing hrs., 3687 eng. hrs., $52,000. 306-456-2708 or 306-861-5582, Oungre, SK. 1998 JD CTS II, 2700 sep. hrs., big top, fine cut chopper, shedded, 914 PU header, $55,000. 306-488-2182, Holdfast, SK.

2010 MF 9430, 540 hrs, 36’, GPS, duals, swath roller, $90,000. 306-231-3993, www.versluistrading.com Humboldt, SK. 1981 400 VERSATILE 20’ header, good shape, cab and canvas good, one wheel 2002 JD 9650, 2147 sep. hrs., Deluxe cab 2009 2150 HESSTON Series 3x3 large bearing needs replacing, $2000 OBO. w/ClimaTrak, grain loss monitor, Auto header height control, Dial-A-Speed, straw sq. baler, always shedded, total bales 780 336-6378, Irma, AB. 2500, used 2 seasons, asking $65,000 Cdn. 2010 JD A400, 36’ HoneyBee header and chopper, Redekop chaff blower, JD 914 PU OBO. 1982 1069 NH dsl. bale wagon, c/w roller, $109,000. Phone 306-421-0205, header, always shedded and Greenlighted every year! Exc. shape! $119,000. Jordan 1028S Mil-Stak 3x3 loader arm, 354 Per- Estevan, SK. anytime 403-627-9300, Pincher Creek, AB. kins eng. w/redone fuel system last sea# 1 0 V E R S AT I L E 2 0 ’ s w at h e r, P TO. son, always shedded, paint and rubber in 1997 9600, 914 header, 2528 sep./3335 good cond., AC/CD stereo in cab, very 306-642-5740, Assiniboia, SK. eng. hrs., hopper topper, chaff spreader, nice wagon, well maintained, ready to go R e d e ko p c h a f f s ave r s y s t e m ava i l . to work, asking $45,000 Cdn. OBO. Con306-283-4747, 306-291-9395 Langham SK tact Steve Dryden at 204-838-2352, Virden, MB, or email: sdryden@rfnow.com BALE WAGON 12 ton self-unloading c/w 2001 JD 9650 STS w/PU header, 1843 stack and move, $3000. Call Ron hrs., always shedded, duals, priced to sell. 124 MF BALER. 306-642-5740, Assiniboia, McKee Good cond. 306-726-4616, Southey, SK. 306-384-4512, Saskatoon, SK. SK. 2001 JD 9650 STS, 1920 rotor hrs., rub2006 JD 7400 forage harvester with hay 2005 NH 585, 16”x22” SP baler, low header, 2200 hours. Call 204-522-6333, ber 800-65R32, 18.4.26. Asking $89,000. hours; 2002 BB960 NH 3’x4’ baler. Call Melita, MB. 306-759-2070, Eyebrow, SK. Bruce, 403-664-0004, Acadia Valley, AB. 2000 JD 9650W, 2800 sep. hrs., $29,000 1998 566 JD baler, MegaTooth, in-baler in recent work orders, $89,900 OBO. moisture checker w/monitor, 10,000 306-231-8111, Humboldt, SK. bales. Greenlighted fall 2009, new CV/PTO 2011 JD 9770, 615 PU, 120 hrs., loaded, chains, pick-up bushings, belts re-laced. duals, contour, $289,000. 306-421-0205, Baled 300 bales 2010, sold animals, shedded ever since, $15,000. 306-863-4131, CASE/IH COMBINES and other makes Estevan, SK. Star City, SK. and models. Call the combine superstore. 1998 JD CTS II, 2000 sep. hrs., loaded, WANTED: SMALL ROUND BALER, good Trades welcome, delivery can be arranged. GreenStar, P914 PU, shedded, field ready. 306-695-2623, Indian Head, SK. cond., 400-500 lb. bales, reasonably Call Gord 403-308-1135, Lethbridge, AB. priced. 403-540-9894, Strathmore, AB. 2008 CASE 2588, 2015 PU, 478/594 2009 JD 9870 STS, 4 WD, 613 hours, Premier cab, self-levelling 2 0 1 1 N H B R 7 0 9 0 R O U N D B A L E R , hrs., yield and moisture, Pro 600 monitor, Contour-Master, 20.8x42’s, 5 spd reverser, power cast $30,000 firm; 2009 (purchased new in rice tires, heavy soil machine, $187,000. shoe, tailboard. $225,000 US. 320-848-2496, 204-981-5366, 204-735-2886 Starbuck MB 2011) NH HS7150 14’ HAYBINE, mint, 20-894-6560, Fairfax, Minnesota. $30,000 firm. Both done only 800 acres. 2011 9120, duals, 205 hrs., $349,000; 3www.ms-diversified.com Travis or Lori 306-342-4862, Glaslyn, SK. 2010 9120, FC, SM $324,000; 2009 9120 JD 9870 STS, 115 rotor hrs., Pro 2002 TUBELINE AUTOMATIC bale wrap- Magna cut, $279,000; 8010 topper, 2011 auto feed rate, Powercast chopper, per, Model 5500, exc. shape, $15,500. $199,000; 2388, AFX, Y&M, big top, drive, 2 6 ’ u n l o a d a u g e r, C o n t o u r - M a s t e r, $ 1 1 0 , 0 0 0 ; 2 3 8 8 A F X , Y & M , t o p p e r, 403-888-3356, Acme, AB. $129,000; 2388 AFX, Y&M, $110,000; $328,000. 306-834-7610, Major, SK. 1997 JD 566 ROUND BALER, double twine 2388 hopper ext. $99,000; 2188 exceller, 1997 JD 9600, 914 PU, 2520 sep., loaded, arm, shedded, excellent condition. Phone Mav, Swathmaster, $76,000; 2188, excell- recent Greenlight, always shedded, one er, Swathmaster, topper, $65,000; 1997 owner, $69,500. Ph. Glenn 306-272-7123, 306-487-2868, Lampman, SK. 2188 AFX, Rake-Up, topper, $69,000; 2188 HESSTON 4720, 5 medium square bale AFX, sm topper, $65,000; 2188 sm, Y&M, eagleagri@sasktel.net Foam Lake, SK. accumulator, $10,000 or will sell with $66,500; 1666 Rake-Up, 2656 eng. hrs., JD 8820, rebuilt, low hours., Sunnybrook 2 0 0 5 H e s s t o n 4 7 6 0 b a l e r, $ 5 5 , 0 0 0 . $37,000; 1680, shedded, $17,500; IH concave and cyl, airfoil sieve, field ready, 204-728-4784, Brandon, MB. 1480, 210 HP, $11,900. Hergott Farm excellent 204-466-2927, 204-871-5170, Austin, MB. 2007 956 HESSTON round baler c/w Agco Equipment, 306-682-2592, Humboldt, SK. GTA monitor, constant moisture readout, RETIRING: 2006 8010 Case/IH combine, 2- 2008 9870 STS, 503 sep. hrs., duals, done less than 5000 bales. Always shed- 590 rotor hrs., 2016 header, loaded, exc. long auger, powercast tailboard, warranty, ded, excellent condition, $16,500 OBO. cond., $210,000. 25% down, balance July c / w 6 1 5 P U h e a d e r, H D l i f t r a m s , 204-362-4874, Mordon, MB. $235,000 each OBO. 780-204-0391, 1, 2012. 306-934-6703 eves, Saskatoon SK BALE SPEARS, high quality imported 1989 CIH 1680, Cummins engine, Victory 780-786-2867, Mayerthorpe, AB. from Italy, 27” and 49”, free shipping, ex- PU, harvest rotor, Mav fine cut chopper, 2001 JD 9650 STS, w/914 PU, 2200 sep. 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 airfoil sieve, big top hopper extension, h r s , $ 8 9 , 0 0 0 . 3 0 6 - 9 4 8 - 3 9 4 9 o r 1-866-443-7444, Stonewall, MB. 3960 eng. hrs., good cond., $24,000 OBO; 306-948-7223, Biggar, SK. BALE SPEAR ATTACHMENTS for all 1991 MacDon draper header to fit 1680 2008 JD 9870 STS, duals, $269,000; 2006 loaders and skidsteers, excellent pricing. combine, $11,500 OBO. 306-548-4758, JD 9760 STS, $179,000; JD 9760, Y&M, 306-547-8205 cell, Stenen, SK. $169,900 with 3 yrs. interest free. Hergott Call now 1-866-443-7444. 2006 CASE 8010 AFX, topper, Y&M, Pro Farm Equipment, your Case/IH Dealer, 600, 2016 header, 1084 threshing hrs., all 306-682-2592, Humboldt, SK. upgrades, retiring. 403-638-0660, Mad- JD 9650 STS w/914 PU, 1961 thrashing MACDON 741 HAY CONDITIONER, new, den, AB. eslingerfarms@davincibb.net hrs., heavy land, never rocks, grain and never used. Will fit all 972 headers. Will yield loss monitor, long auger, hyd. fore help with freight, $3500. 705-647-7701, and aft, 800 metrics, $110,000. Milestone, New Liskeard, ON. SK. 306-436-7727, 306-436-7757. 2006 CIH 18’ haybine; 2008 Recon 300 WANTED: CASE/IH 2188 w/mid hours, 2006 9660 STS, Contour-Master, 1230 hrs, shedded, and in excellent condition. crimper; 2008 Jiffy 12 wheel rake; 2006 bullet rotor, high speed unloading auger, 2 6 ’ S c h u l t e m o w e r. C a l l B r u c e , 306-367-2147, Middle Lake, SK. $129,000 OBO. 306-478-2451, Kincaid, SK. 403-664-0004, Acadia Valley, AB. 2002 JD 9650, 2279 sep. hrs., deluxe cab JD 530 MOWER conditioner, only done w/ClimaTrak, grain loss monitor, yield and 200 acres; JD 348 square baler, only 2000 2006 590R, 717 sep. hrs., field ready, exc. moisture monitor, Auto header height conbales; Frontier rotary rake, only done 120 shape, $170,000 OBO, local combine; 2007 trol, Dial-A-Speed, straw chopper, Redeacres. 403-728-8200, Spruce View, AB. 40’ flex header, 540, air reel, $41,000 OBO. kop chaff blower, JD 914 pickup header, 2009 JD 4995 16’ discbine, steel crimper, 204-632-5334 or 204-981-4291, leave always shedded, Greenlighted every year! Excellent shape! $119,000. Jordan anytime low hrs., $75,000. Call 306-238-4411, message, Winnipeg, MB. 403-627-9300, Pincher Creek, AB. Goodsoil, SK. 1996 JD 9500, 2492 sep. hrs., 3272 eng. WANTED: JOHN DEERE MoCo 635 or 535 with impellers, good used or demo. 2003 NH CX860, 1550 hrs, Swathmaster hrs., new Titan tires, $14,000 Greenlight done. Redekop spreader, 230 header and 780-679-7693, Camrose, AB. PU, exc. cond., big rubber, yield and mois- transport. 403-393-0219 or 403-833-2190, ture, header tilt, shedded, MAV chopper, Burdett, AB offers. 780-206-1234, Barrhead, AB. 1994 JD 9600, 3400 sep. hrs., excellent 2008 M150 PREMIER, 1150 hrs., c/w D60 TR98 NH COMBINE, SN 564197, 2269 tires, chaff spreader, fine cut chopper. In35’ header 900 hrs., two left at $92,000. eng. hrs., 1688 threshing hrs., fine cut jectors done, new rub bars, 914 PU w/new chopper, Cyclone chaff spreader, Swath- belts, auto header height, shedded, 2001 Trucking avail. 780-876-0634, Debolt, AB. master PU, long auger, hopper extension, full finger 930 flex header, $57,000. Will 25’ 2004 WESTWARD 9352i, 2 spd., 1200 $47,000. 306-248-1236, Mervin, SK. separate. 306-243-4208 or 306-867-7102, hrs, DS, single knife, 2 rotor shears, hyd. Macrorie, SK. f r e e f o r m r o l l e r, e x c e l l e n t s h a p e . 2008 CR 9070, Swathmaster, yield and m o i s t u r e , R e d e ko p , f i e l d t r a c ke r, WANTED: 6620-7720, running with hy306-460-8858, 306-967-2423, Eatonia, SK. $217,000. Hergott Farm Equipment, your dro, do not need header or harvest parts. J D 5 9 0 S W A T H E R 3 0 ’ , $ 2 5 0 0 . CIH Dealer, 306-682-2592, Humboldt, SK Ph. Darcy 780-354-3129, Beaverlodge, AB. 306-642-5771, Verwood, SK. 2007 CR9070, 20.8x42 duals, loaded, 360 1997 CTS JD combine, 2391 threshing 2010 CIH 1903, 36’, roller, $128,000; 2007 threshing hrs; 2000 SP36 HoneyBee draper hrs., deluxe cab, big top c/w extension Premier 2952, 30’, vg, $97,800; WW 9352, header, gauge wheels, hyd. fore&aft, split (300 bu.), Sunnybrook cyl. and beater, fine 30’, DSA, $84,500; CIH 730, 30’, PTO, reel, steel teeth. Phone Arch Equipment, cut chopper, extra long auger, 30.5x32 and $3500; CIH 736, 36’, PT; 2010 CIH 306-867-7252, Outlook, SK. 23x28 tires, 914 PU header, $60,000; 2002 WD1203, 36’. Hergott Farm Equipment FREE BOX OF SKITTLES with this ridicu- MacDon 30’ draper header, PU reel, hyd. 306-682-2592, Humboldt, SK. lously priced 2006 NH CR970. 1186/1670 fore and aft, shedded, well maintained. No 1982 IH 4000, cab, cooler, PU reel, recent hrs., w/lots of options. Inspected and ser- rocks! $25,000. 780-837-8047, Falher, AB. tires, transport available, shedded; 1992 viced. I have warranty, financing and trade 1982 JD 6620, bought new 1985, one Case 30’ PT, PU reel, new knife and options for you. Text, call or email Cole- owner, chopper, chaff spreader, $5000 on guards, shedded. Will hold both till spring. man: coleman@combineworld.com (work) recent Greenlight, 2260 eng hrs., premium Lyle at 306-567-7618, Davidson, SK. 1-800-667-4515 or (cell) 306-229-9507. c o n d i t i o n , 1 9 8 6 2 2 2 r i g i d h e a d e r, To watch video or see dozens of pictures 220 flex header, all shedded, no PU 1998 MACDON 960, 30’ header w/PU visit: www.combineworld.com Please tell 1984 head, $32,500 OBO. Header trailers avail. reel, gauge wheels, c/w 1998 MacDon your friends! Phone 204-771-2169, Grosse Isle, MB. offset bi-directional adapter w/mounted swathroller, good shape, $12,500 OBO. TR98 NH COMBINE, SN 563236, 1748 1998 JD 9610, 2500 sep hrs., 3600 eng., 306-488-2085, Dilke, SK. eng. hrs., 1243 threshing hrs., Mav chop- Greenlight, data center, 914 PU, $65,000 Victory Super 8 PU, long auger, OBO. 306-774-4725, Hodgeville, SK. 2001 PREMIER 1900, 30’ PT, new canvas, per, PU reel, one owner, $7500. Ph. Glenn $57,000. Call 306-248-1236, Mervin, SK. 1989 JD 9501 pull type combine, Rake-Up 306-272-7123, eagleagri@sasktel.net PU, good condition, $14,500. Foam Lake, SK. 306-946-2804, Watrous, SK. 2003 PREMIER 2952i w/972 MacDon HOPPER AND UNLOADING auger exten- 1998 9610, 2700 sep. hrs, chopper, chafh e a d e r, d u a l k n i fe d r i ve , $ 8 0 , 0 0 0 . s i o n s fo r M F 8 6 0 , $ 7 5 0 fo r b o t h . fer, duals, many new parts, good condi204-773-2536, Russell, MB. 306-465-2658, Yellow Grass, SK. tion. 306-773-8705, Wymark, SK. 1997 JD 556 ROUND BALER (located near Moose Jaw, SK) $9500. Has produced less than 2000 bales and has been in storage since 2004. 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1998 JD 9610 4371/3116 hrs., new chrome bars, always kept inside, very well maintained, will be sold field ready, $69,000. Call Doug 306-778-6131 days, 306-627-3677 evenings, Neville, SK. 1994 JD 9600, 3500 sep. hrs, 4700 eng. hrs, chopper and spreader, well maintained, good condition, $39,500; 1999 MacDon 962 draper header, 30’, c/w 871 JD adapter, PU reels, swath kit, and transport, $15,000; JD 924 flex header, PU reels, large auger, tilt kit, $6,000; JD 2320 swather, 21’, triple delivery, HoneyBee knife, UII PU reel, $8000. 306-476-2712, Rockglen, SK. 1998 JD 9610, approx. 2500 sep. hrs, 914 PU, chaff spreader, data center, shedded. Phone 306-327-4980, Kelvington, SK. 2011 9870 STS, duals, long auger, delivered mid Oct., only 60 hrs, special $325,000 or will trade for Case/IH 8120 or 9120. 250-787-7383, Charlie Lake, BC. 2007 9860 STS PREMIUM, 694 hrs., bullet rotor, mapping, long auger, 615 PU, 900 rice tires, shedded, extras, exc. cond. $209,000. 780-206-1234, Barrhead, AB. 2011 JD 9770, Premier cab, 615 PU, small grains concave, Contour-Master, 22.5’ auger, duals, 55 engine hrs., like new. 204-467-2109 (after 8 PM), Stonewall, MB.

8560 w/MELROE 388, strong 190 HP, zero oil consumption, recent elevator and feederchains, and rotor work, $12,000. Field ready. 306-937-2832, Battleford, SK. 1969 510 MF, 354 Perkins diesel hydrostatic c/w 9’ Sund PU; 1981 751 MF c/w Renn PU, 20’ straight header w/air reel (Keho). 306-642-5740, Assiniboia, SK.

1995 JD 930R rigid header, new knife and sections, batt reel, $6,000. 306-745-6140, Esterhazy, SK.

2005 JD 635 HYDRAFLEX, 35’ header, $24,800. Add $5800 with Crary air system. Trades welcome. Financing available. www.combineworld.com 1-877-667-4515

1993 HONEYBEE SP42 HEADER, UII PU reels, dual knife drive, Schumacher cutting system good, fits JD combines, other adapters available, $15,900. Trades welcome. Financing available. Watch video at: www.combineworld.com 1-800-557-4515 2000 AGCO FLEX 800, 25’, PU reel, fore&aft., new poly, $12,000. Coronach, SK. Call 306-267-7496 or 306-267-7806.

36’ MACDON PU REEL, for 962/972/960 MacDon header. Excellent shape with new teeth, fingers and bushings, $5960. Trades welcome. Financing available. 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com 3- 2011 635F flex heads and 2- 2011 635D Draper heads, very low acres, like new. Call Ron at 204-272-5070 or 204-626-3283, Sperling, MB. 2000 HONEY BEE 30’ SP header, JD adaptor, good cond., only used for cereal crops, $25,000 OBO; 2001 JD 930F flex header, fair cond., $14,500 OBO. Contact for more info. 306-478-7040, Mankota, SK.

2005 JD 635F HYDRAFLEX header, new knife, guards and auger, $24,800. Add $5800 w/Crary air syatem. Trades welcome. Financing available. Watch video at: www.combineworld.com 1-800-667-4515 CIH 1010, 30’, w/PU reel, $7400; CIH 1020 30’ flex header, $11,900; CIH 2052 35’ draper, $45,500; MacDon 973, 35’, CIH adapter, $39,900; JD 930, 30’, $5900. Call Hergott Farm Equipment 306-682-2592, Humboldt, SK. 1995 JD 930 FLEX HEADER, good shape, $7500. Phone 306-456-2708 or 306-861-5582, Oungre, SK.

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2008 JD 936D 36’ draper header, skid plates, fore and aft, new knife, always shedded, excellent condition, $40,000. 780-878-1550, Camrose, AB. MACDON HEADERS: 2009 40’ D60, CNH adaptor, $52,000; 1997 36’ 960. Both shedded. 2010 42’ header trailer, delivery available. 780-376-3577, Daysland, AB.

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2009 APACHE AS-1010, 672 hrs, 100’ 2007 ROGATOR 1074SS, 1300 hrs., 2 sets boom, 1000 gal. tank, field ready. Call or text for details. 306-380-8818, Viceroy, SK o f t i r e s , 1 0 0 ’ b o o m s , $ 1 5 9 , 0 0 0 . CONTERRA SNOW DOZER BLADE fits all skidsteers, JD 640, 740 and also loaders. 306-441-9320, North Battleford, SK. 2005 JD 4720, 100’, 800 gal. poly tank, 2 Excellent for moving snow and dirt, 96”, 2008 CIH 3150, Outback S3, AutoSteer, sets tires, traction control, foam maker, air $3899. Call 1-877-947-2882 or view online 890 hrs, duals, Raven height control, leveling system, AutoHeight, 2 end nozat www.conterraindustries.com zles, 2600 GPS, SwathPro, 2000 eng/1500 $130,000. 306-466-4695, Leask, SK. spray hrs., shedded, exc. 306-231-8969, 1998 WILLMAR 7250, w/90’ Spray-Air 306-682-3507, Humboldt, SK. boom, SS 600 gal. tank, Satloc guidance, 2 0 1 0 R E E V E S 8 5 5 I n l i n e l a r g e rear duals, 2450 hrs., Midtech rate control- 1998 JD 4700 sprayer, 2787 hrs., 90’ square/round bale wrapper. Will wrap ler, $58,500. Phone 306-227-7856 or boom, 750 poly tank, 2 sets of tires, foamer, good cond., $85,000. 306-967-2541, both, self-contained, fully automated, used 306-375-2943, Kyle, SK. 306-628-7808 cell, Leader, SK. very little. 403-323-0217, Big Valley, AB 2010 4660 SPRA-COUPE for sale. Has Au2002 JF 1350 forage harvester, not used toSteer, crop dividers, floatation tires, and 2000 WILMAR 6400 XPLORER, 1435 for 2 years, shedded, $22,000 OBO. Ph. 3-way nozzles, approx. 250 hrs w/5 yrs. hrs., 80’ boom, 600 gal. tank, 12-4-42 204-467-9427 204-461-1670 Balmoral, MB warranty remaining. Also sell w/wo spray- tires, air ride with on-board air compressor, Midtech rate controller, foam marker, FARM AID SILAGE feed wagon w/scale, er and Int. water truck and trailer, field vg condition; pintle hitch trailer also 3 5 0 c u . f t . , w o r k s g r e a t , $ 4 5 0 0 . ready. 306-238-2191, Goodsoil, SK available. Ph. 306-873-8334, Tisdale, SK. 403-888-3356, Acme, AB. 2001 JD 4710, 90’ booms, 2167 hrs, fully equipped, farmer owned, $150,000 OBO. COMMERCIAL SILAGE, TRUCK BODIES, trailers. Well constructed, heavy duty, ta- Ph. 306-768-2975, 306-768-2979, Carrot pered w/regular grain gates or hyd. silage River, SK. gates. CIM, Humboldt, SK, 306-682-2505. 2003 WILMAR high clearance sprayer, YOUNG’S EQUIPMENT INC. For all your 1850 hrs., two sets of tires, 480-46 Michesilage equipment needs call Kevin or Ron lin and 320-50 Titans, Raven AutoBoom, plumbed for Outback AutoSteer GPS. 306toll free 1-800-803-8346, Regina, SK. 264-7888 or eugenebrisebois@gmail.com, Kincaid, SK. WANTED: JD 4730 or 4830 sprayer, new or low hrs. Phone/fax 306-283-4747 or 306-291-9395, Langham, SK. 1996 ROGATOR 854, 90’ booms, 800 gal. tank, 2 sets of tires, Raven controller, OutBRANDT SB4000 100’, 1600 gal. tank, 2001 NH SF550- equivalent to Rogator back GPS system, 4100 hrs., exc. shape, wind cones, frost kit, rinse water tank kit, 554, 2300 hrs., 5.9 Cummins, 660 gal. SS asking $57,000. 306-782-7306, Yorkton SK 1 yr. old UC4+ AutoBoom, monitor, accu- tank, 90’ booms, pressure washer, chem mulators, serviced, field ready, $26,900 inductor, EZ-Steer, EZ-Boom, mapping, RETIRING: 2003 APACHE 1090 PLUS, triple nozzle bodies w/5 and 10 gal. Bub- 1472 hrs., 90’ boom, 1000 gal. poly tank, OBO. 403-485-8198, Arrowwood, AB. ble Jet tips, 2 sets tires- 23.1x26, 9.5R44, triple nozzle, crop dividers, Norac AutoBRANDT QF 1500, 100’ boom, AutoRate, exc. cond. 204-763-8896, Minnedosa, MB Height, Raven rate control, Ez-Steer, hyd. pump, asking $6500. 403-867-2607 2009 JD 4830, 450 eng. hrs., loaded, AMS, $110,000. 780-998-9013, Fort Sask., AB. or 403-647-7827, Foremost, AB. 2 sets of tires, HID lighting, $265,000. 1 9 9 7 F L E X I - C O I L S YS T E M 6 5 1 0 0 ’ , 306-441-9320, North Battleford, SK. w/wind screen, PTO pump, foam marker, e x t r a n o z z l e s , e x c e l l e n t , $ 1 0 , 0 0 0 . RAVEN AUTOHEIGHT BOOM control, RETIRING: 1994 MANAC 48’ Stepdeck 204-847-0000, 204-842-3616, Birtle, MB. w h e e l s , s e n s o r s , a n d m o n i t o r. high clearance sprayer transport, air ride, 3000 gal. water tanks, chem handler., 2 0 0 6 B O U R G AU LT w / 5 0 0 ga l . t a n k , 306-771-2527, Edenwold, SK. $13,500. Phone Steve 780-674-8080, 2009 JD 4930, 1200 gal., 120’ boom, SS $21,000. 780-998-9013, Fort Sask., AB. Cherhill, AB. tank and plumbing, chem. inductor, 2 sets NEW 710/70R38 rims and tires for JD 4720, and 4730, $15,000/set. 2011 NH S1070 126’, suspended boom, tires, 5 sensor Auto-Height control, full 4710, 0 0 / 5 0 R 4 2 M i c h e l i n fo r 4 9 3 0 J D, 1600 US gal., Raven power glide, triple GPS w/swath control, 500 hrs., $320,000 9 650/65R38 for JD 4830. 306-697-2856, nozzle bodies, intelleview 3, fenders, like OBO. 780-837-5243, Donnelly, AB. Grenfell, SK. new, $51,900. 403-330-0949, Granum, AB. 1992 MELROE 230 High Clearance 70’, HIGH CLEARANCE SPRAYER trailer for foam marker, floatation tires, 2 sets of 2005 90’ FLOATING boom, solid shields, Willmar, made by Dutch, 20,000 lb. 2-way nozzles, 1000 US gal., GFS, auto- tires, low hours, $16,000. 306-946-2727, 6400 rating, pintle hitch. 306-696-7574, BroadWatrous, SK. rate, foamer, $23,300 OBO. Pictures available at sales@agshield.com. Ag 2010 JD 4930, Hi flow pump, SS plumb- view, SK. Shield, Benito, MB, 1-800-561-0132. ing, 2 sets tires, deluxe cab, boom track 5, TRIDEKON CROP SAVER, crop dividers. FLEXI-COIL S67, suspended boom 90’, 850 JD Starfire 1, Swath Pro, excellent cond., Reduce trampling losses by 80% to 90%. imperial gal., AutoRate, hyd. pump, l o w h r s . P h o n e 3 0 6 - 2 7 8 - 2 4 5 2 o r Call Great West Agro, 306-398-8000, Cut Knife, SK. 306-278-7396, Porcupine Plain, SK. $17,500. 306-693-2310, Moose Jaw, SK. DROP DECK semi style sprayer trailers 2004 CASE SPX 4410, 1600 hrs, AutoSteer 2001 67XL, 1250 IMPERIAL GAL. TANK, 90’, chem fill tank, rinse tank and handheld and mapping, Norac AutoBoom, AIM com- Air ride, tandem and tridems. 45’ - 53’. nozzle, dual body, combo jet nozzles, hyd. mand, active susp., fence row nozzles, al- SK: 306-398-8000; AB: 403-350-0336. pump, no autorate control. 306-283-4747, ways shedded, $175,000. 403-647-7391, Milk River, AB. 306-291-9395, Langham, SK. BRANDT HC QUICK FOLD PT sprayer, 1000 2007 APACHE AS-1010, 1000 gal., 100’ Auto m a tic S pra ye r US gal. poly tank, 96’, hyd. drive, 3-way boom, 1500 hrs, 215 HP, AutoSteer, Raven Bo o m H e igh tC o n tro l nozzle bodies, wind cones. 403-545-2331 Envisio-Pro, auto shut-off, AutoHeight or 403-330-8042, Bow Island, AB. control, incl. floater tires, exc. cond., fully EAS Y TO IN S TALL! W o rks o n m o s tS p ra yers . 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1996 XL 45’ TRIDEM step deck, air ride. Onboard 3000 gal. water tank and onboard chem. handler II, c/w ramps. Fits any sized SP sprayer, asking $40,000. 780-837-5243, Donnelly, AB. CIH 4420, 120’, $254,000; 2010 JD 4830, 230 hrs., $249,000; 2008 Miller A75, 1200 gal., 275 HP, $159,900; Willmar 6400, 4 WD, $39,000. Hergott Farm Equipment, 306-682-2592, Humboldt, SK.

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2005 BOURGAULT 5725 air coulter drill, 54’ on 9.8” space, MRB series 25, 3” semipneumatic packer wheels, primary blockage sensors, auto clutch switch, 2005 Bourgault 6550ST air seeder, dual fans, 4 tank metering, deluxe auger, 591 monitor, 900 rear tires. 306-689-2735, Lancer, SK. 2007 FLEXI-COIL 5000 HD, 58’, 10” spacing, 4” rubber DS, 3-1/2” low draft DS openers, TBH 4350, 430 bu., variable rate air cart, primary blockage, $120,000. 780-360-5375, Wetaskiwin, AB. 1993 SEED HAWK 3910, $35,000; 1996 JD 737 30’ air drill w/777 JD 160 bu. tank, $22,000. Eatonia, SK. Terry 306-720-0390 or Mitch 306-460-6146. 1999 BOURGAULT 5710 64’, 9.8” spacing, 3” Atom Jet single shoot openers, 4.5” steel packers, primary blockage, granular pkg., c/w 2004 5440 cart, 3 tank meter, CRA, 30.5-32 Rice tires, single fan. Very clean well maintained unit, $79,000. 780-876-0634, Debolt, AB. 2006 FLEXI-COIL 5000, 58’, 10” spacing, triple shoot, NH3, 440 bu. TBH cart, 1 season on packer bearings and boot tips, exc. $125,000. 780-608-0653, Strome, AB. 1996 OR 1998 FLEXI-COIL 5000 45’, 12” spacing, double shoot, 2320 TBT cart, Atom Jet openers, 3-1/2” capped steel packers, Haukaas markers, $50,000 each. Call 306-442-4505, Weyburn, SK. 5710 1998 33’, 12” space, midros shank, 3.5” steel Raven, NH3 kit, c/w 1997 1720 Flexi-Coil TBT, both in exc. cond., $55,000. 306-332-8098, Balcarres, SK. FLEXI-COIL 5000 40’, 2.5” Stealth paired row openers, double shoot, 3.5” packers recapped, recent packer bearings, 1720 cart, double shoot, recent fan replaced, fine and course rollers, mostly shedded, very good condition, $39,000. Call Lyle at 306-567-7618, Davidson, SK. 2004 MORRIS MAXIM II 40’, 10” spacing, 4” steel, single shoot w/liquid 8336 TBH tank with 3000 gal. US liquid tank, Bourgault wing type carbide tips with liquid t u b e s , A g t r o n b l o c k a g e m o n i t o r. 306-847-4413, 306-963-7755, Liberty, SK. 2004 5710 BOURGAULT, 60’ mid-row anhy. and dry, Raven autorate, 9.8” spacing, rubber packers, 2004- 5350 Bourgault tank, dual shoot, one owner, done 12,000 acres, $99,000. Phone Glenn at 306-272-7123, eagleagri@sasktel.net Foam Lake, SK. 54’ BOURGAULT 5710 w/4350 dual shoot cart, 9.8” spacing w/paired row stealth openers, 3.5” packers, 450 lb. trips w/NH3. $52,500. 403-485-8116 Vulcan AB 2002 MORRIS MAXIM II, 35’, 10” spacing, double shoot paired row, Edge-On shanks, 3.5” steel packers, mud scrapers, rock deflectors, w/787 JD 230 bu. cart, $45,000. 780-525-2877, Grassland, AB. JOHN DEERE 1820 air drill, 61’, 10” spac- 2 0 0 2 C O N S E R VA PA K 5 6 ’ . A s k i n g ing. Call 403-664-2028, Oyen, AB. $70,000. Call Peter 780-603-3455, Vegreville, AB 2000 49’ MORRIS MAXIM, 12” spacing, double shoot, paired row, new tires, new 2000 FLEXI-COIL 51’ 5000 air drill, 12” openers, heavy shanks, $34,000. Phone spacing, 3-1/2” steel packers, NH3; 2005 306-726-4617, 306-725-4869, Southey, SK 2340 TBT cart. 306-231-5268 Muenster SK 1998 JD 1820 40’, 10” spacing, 3-1/2” steel, single shoot, carbide tip knives, c/w 1997 JD 787 230 bu. TBH tank. 306-648-2720, Gravelbourg, SK.

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36’ CONCORD AIR drill, c/w 2000 200 bu. SEED HAWK 2001 48’, 12” spacing with TBH tank, dual run liquid kit, good cond., 357 bu. mounted seed/fert. tank, new SS $18,500. 306-642-3445, Assiniboia, SK. fert. meters, approx. 13,000 acres, asking $65,000. 204-776-5557 or 204-534-7531, ‘BOURGAULT PURSUING PERFECTION’ Minto, MB. 1996 Flexi-Coil 5000, 57’ w/Flexi 4350 cart, $88,000; 2001 5710, 54’, double CONCORD 4012, LIQUID kit, gas Harman s h o o t , N H 3 , r u b b e r p a c ke r s , M R B , cart, $8500 OBO; Concord 3909, 7200 $99,000; 2002 Bourgault 5710 40’, double Case 42’ hoe. 306-693-2626 Caronport, SK shoot, 3” rubber, $49,000; 2001 5710, 64’, WANTED: 30’ OLDER style double shoot 9.8” spacing, MRB’s, 3.5” rubber packers, disc air drill, complete with cart, 7 to 9” w/2001 5440 air tank, $115,000; 2003 spacing. 780-662-2617, Tofield, AB. Bourgault 5710, 54’, double shoot, 3” rubber, $89,000; 1993 Flexi-Coil 5000/2320, 2007 JD 1830 61’ air drill, 10” spacing, single shoot, 3.5” steel, $59,000; 2000 double shoot, all run blockage, large flota2003 57’ FLEXI-COIL 5000, 2320 TBT tank Bourgault 5710, 64’, new 5-1/2” pneumat- tion tires, set up for a TBH cart, cart not w/TBH 1250 liquid cart, exc. cond. Call ic packers, double shoot, $109,000; 2001 included. 306-297-2077, Shaunavon, SK. Moe 306-472-7990, Lafleche, SK. Bourgault 5440, double shoot, $58,000; 800/1610, 33’, $19,500; New 54’ HARMON 2880 AIR DRILL 28’, 180 bu. RETIRING: 2006 NH SD440A 58’, 12” Flexi-Coil 8810 cult.; 2010 Bourgault 6000 Morris tank, steel packers, $20,000 OBO. space, 550 trip, 5.5” rubber packers, 2000 Bourgault mid-harrow w/3225 Valmar; 2010 306-882-3278, Fiske, SK. acre on Stealth openers, SC 430 variable 90’ 90’ mid-harrow; 2006 Bourgault FLEXI-COIL 40’ 820, 9” spacing, packer rate, TBH cart, 2500 gal. Pattison NH3 6000 54’, rubber packers, NH3 kit; 2006 wheels and harrows, 2320 TBH tank, wagon, w/Max-quip high pressure pump, 5710, 3310, 55’, 10” spacing, MRB’s; 2010 5710, $34,900. Pro Ag Sales, 306-441-2030 any$145,000. 780-998-9013, Fort Sask., AB. 74’, 5.5” packers; 2010 Bourgault 5810, time, North Battleford, SK. 1996 EZEE-ON 3500 36’ w/1997 Ezee- 62’, double shoot, 5.5” packers 2011 On 3175 air tank, ground driven, 175 bu., 3310/6550, 10” spacing, double shoot, FLEXI-COIL 1720, TBT, air tank, double 2” knock-on spoons, new hoses, c/w w/6550 air cart with Zynx; 84’ Bourgault shoot, stored inside, exc. cond., $16,000 packers and harrows, $18,000 OBO. 7200 heavy harrow. Call for pricing. RD Ag OBO. 403-652-1896 eves, High River, AB. Central, 306-542-3335 or 306-542-8180, 34’ MORRIS NEVER pin zero till drill, c/w 306-475-2786, 306-640-8074 Ormiston SK Kamsack, SK. Morris 8336 tank w/3rd tank, good shape, JD 1850 DISC DRILL, set up with mid row banding, 787 TBT cart, 1500 gal. liquid DAVIDSON TRUCKING, PULLING AIR $47,500 OBO. 780-689-9688, Boyle, AB. cart. Machine is in great shape and works drills/ air seeders, packer bars, Alberta FLEXI-COIL 5000, 33’, 12” spacing, 2320 excellent. $47,500 for entire unit. Will sep- and Sask. 30 years experience. Bob David- air tank, double shoot paired row, Dutch son, Drumheller, 403-823-0746 arate. 306-227-4503, Saskatoon, SK. low draft openers, 550 lb. trips, 5.5” rub2005 JD 1820, 9.8” spacing, 3” steel pack- NEW NOBLE 9000 Seed-O-Vator, 42’, dual ber packers. 2320 has 3rd tank and many ers, new tires, new 1” Dutch openers, 350 shoot, New Noble 392 TBH air cart, 240 parts replaced. 403-784-2586, Clive, AB. bu. tank w/conveyor, $79,500 OBO. bu., $15,000 OBO. 306-642-5771, Ver- 2009 FLEXI-COIL 5000 HD 45’, 10”, 550, wood, SK. 306-882-3787, Rosetown, SK. 3.5 steel, double shoot, c/w 2006 430 TBT RETIRING: 2000 Seed Hawk 4812, c/w 1997 FLEXI-COIL 5000 39’, 9” spacing, mech. $129,000. Will separate. Cam-Don blockage monitors, 350 bu. Ezee-On tank, 3/4” Dutch carbide- 1 season, 3” rubber Motors Ltd. 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. $82,000. 306-934-6703 eves Saskatoon SK packers, 2320 single shoot, TBT tank, CONCORD/CASE ATX5010, red, 50’, $32,000 firm; Also w/wo Alpine 450 Imp. 1999 FLEXI-COIL 7500, 50’ w/2340 TBH tank and pump system, $2000; Also w/wo Case 2300, 230 bu tank, DS, 1” AtomJet or variable rate tank, 10” spacing, steel pack- UAN 1200 Imp. Bandit TBH caddy w/John 3.5” dutch paired row openers, liquid fert. e r s , s i n g l e s h o o t , $ 3 9 , 0 0 0 O B O . Blue twin piston pump system, $6000. kit, good cond., $45,000. 204-391-1011, Elie, MB. Email: pro_terra@hotmail.com 306-266-4889, Fir Mountain, SK. 306-868-7730, Avonlea, SK. 1999 FLEXI-COIL 5000, 33’, double shoot, 1996 HARMON 4480 air drill, 12” spac- 2005 MORRIS MAXIM III, 40’, 10” spac- Atom Jets, 4” press, 3450 TBH, $63,000. ing, w/Bourgault 195 air tank, NH3. ing, DS paired row, Edge-On shanks, Gen May separate. Phone 306-563-8482 or 403-534-2355, 403-485-8189, Arrowwood, tips, heavy trips, large rubber packers, 306-782-2586, Yorkton, SK. AB. E-mail: willview1@gmail.com mud scrapers, rock deflectors, Flexi-Coil 1995 5000 FLEXI-COIL air drill, 45’, steel 2003 FLEXI-COIL 3450 TBT, double manifolds and Morris distribution. Less packers, shoot, Atom Jet openers, shoot, air seeder hopper, shedded. 1 extra than 7000 acres (bought new in 2007). (used 1 double yr), good cond., $24,000 OBO. fine, 2 fine and 1 coarse roller, mech. $44,000 OBO. 403-860-4019, Irricana, AB. drive; Also a mid 1990’s Concord drill. Will MORRIS MAXIM II air drill, 49’, 3-1/2” 306-548-4758, 306-547-8205, Stenen, SK. separate, $50,000. Phone 306-267-7496 steel packers w/Morris 7300 TBH air tank, 2006 SEED HAWK, 48-10 w/on board or 306-267-7806, Coronach, SK. 3rd tank, double shoot, nice condition, 2500 gal. liquid tank, c/w 4350 Bourgault air tank; 1997 MORRIS MAXIM 3910 air 1995 FLEXI-COIL 5000, 39’, 9”, 3.5” steel, $45,000. Kyle 204-642-2168, Arborg, MB. drill, 6240 air cart, single shoot w/side 1330 TBH, c/w TBT liquid cart, liquid kit, band liquid. 306-457-7332, Stoughton, SK. Atom-Jet openers, $39,900. Cam-Don Motors, 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. CONCORD 48-12-4R w/440 bu. refurbished Concord cart, Phoenix harrows, raFLEXI-COIL 57’ 5000, 9” spacing, rubber dial packer tires, 4” carbide stealth openpress, $29,900; 2320 TBH tank, $15,900; . ers, Agtron monitors, 10” auger w/air Pro Ag Sales, 306-441-2030 anytime, seeder hopper, $59,000. Call Jared at North Battleford, SK. 2- 2011 SEED HAWK 8412 84’ air 306-631-0053, Moose Jaw, SK. 2008 BOURGAULT 3310 PHD, 48’, 12” drills, 12” spacing, semi pneumatic packspacing, 1” opener w/Alpine and liquid ers, 800 bu. 4 comp. TBH tank, Sectional side band, AgTron blockage on all runs, Control technology, dbl. hyd. fan, 10” load 4.5” pneumatic pkrs, 6350 TBH cart, single conveyor, 30.5L32 duals. 306-776-2397 or IHC AIR SEEDER CART, 1998, model 3 5 0 3 , c / w f i l l a u g e r, $ 1 8 , 0 0 0 . shoot, 2 drives, 591 controller, low acres. visit www.rbauction.com Regina, SK. 306-623-4222, 306-628-8338, Sceptre, SK 2005 29’ MORRIS Maxim II, double shoot 204-871-0925, MacGregor, MB. 1993 MORRIS MAXIM 39’, 7.5” spacing, (Atom Jets), TBT 7240 air tank; 2002 40’ EZEE-ON 160 GROUND DRIVE air seeder, single shoot, 2.5” steel packers, Gen 43 Morris Maxim II w/Dutch openers, TBT split tank, coupled w/35’ 204 CCIL cult., carbide tips, 6180 cart, New: cart and drill 2002 Bandit liquid fertilizer caddy 2035, hyd. rod. May sell separate, $7500. tires, new hoses, drill in good shape, field and TBH 7030 air cart. WANTED: 47’-50’ 306-394-4826, Coderre, SK. r e a d y, $ 2 2 , 0 0 0 . 3 0 6 - 7 8 5 - 2 0 2 5 , Bourgault or Morris air drill, double shoot 1999 BOURGAULT 8810, 40’, 8” spacing, w/air tank. 306-373-9140, 306-270-6627, 306-297-8037, Cadillac, SK 330 trips, dual shoot, Atom Jet openers, Saskatoon, SK. g r a nu l a r k i t , p a c ke r s , $ 2 7 , 5 0 0 . JD 1820 w/1900 cart, 270 bu., 45’, 10” spacing, dual casters, single shoot, 52 SEEDMASTER PACKER wheels for sale, 306-621-7777, Yorkton, SK. $45/ea. OBO. Phone: 306-654-4905, $45,000. 403-634-1373, Enchant, AB. 1994 BOURGAULT 8800, 28’, granular kit, Prud’Homme, SK. harrows, 2155 air cart, $20,000 OBO. BOURGAULT 3310, 65’, 10” spacing, MRB’s, V-style packing tires, $175,000. 2002 FLEXI-COIL 5000 33’, 9” spacing, 306-563-4331, Canora, SK. 2340 tank, carbide tips, 3” spread double 306-648-3675, Gravelbourg, SK. shoot, Stealth openers, 4” steel packers, 820 FLEXI-COIL DRILL 38’, 4 bar harrows, 2011 CASE/IH ATX700, 70’, 4” rubber e x c e l l e n t c o n d i t i o n , $ 4 5 , 0 0 0 O B O. 9” spacing, Dutch carbide openers, Dutch shank mount packers, front mount Broadpackers, 10” spacing, single shoot, w/3580 403-642-2363, Warner, AB. cast kit, field ready, extra parts c/w unit, tank, 580 bu., 900 metric tires, asking $30,000 OBO. 306-231-9980, Plunkett, SK. 1999 HARMON 4480 air drill, w/3100 TBH, $229,000. 306-463-3815, 306-463-7866, 9.6” spacing, carbide openers, paired row Flaxcombe, SK. w / 4 ” V p a c k e r s , $ 3 0 , 0 0 0 O B O . MORRIS CONCEPT 2000, 36’ air seeder, with 7180 3 comp. tank, good cond., 1998 29’ MORRIS MAXIM air drill, double 306-826-5665, Marsden, SK. $25,000. Vegreville, AB. 780-632-6372, shoot, paired row, 12” spacing w/3-1/2” steel packers c/w 1998 7180 tank, addi- 2007 NH SD440 (Flexi-Coil 5000 HD) 780-603-5307. drill 58’, 10” centres, 550 trip, double tional 3rd tank, fan ran by Kohler engine 1998 NEW NOBLE 9000 Seed-O-Vator (tank always stored inside), $35,000. shoot, 4-1/2” steel, dual castors, Stealth 37.3’, triple shoot, 1998 Seed-O-Vator 250 carbide/paired row, twin primary blockage TBH tank, ground driven rod w/7” spacing, 306-501-2469, Balgonie, SK. c/w SC430 (430 bu.) tow behind cart. 1996 52’ BOURGAULT 5710 air drill, 7” One owner, excellent cond., stored inside, o n - r o w p a c k i n g , $ 1 1 , 0 0 0 O B O . 306-476-2715, Fife Lake, SK. spacing, 2004 Bourgault 5350 air tank, sin- $129,500. 403-936-5797, Calgary, AB. gle shoot, rear hitch, always shedded, 32’ BOURGAULT air seeder, 8” spacing, 2006 58’ FLEXI-COIL 5000 HD 10” spacing, 135 bu. seed cart, Atom Jet boots, rebuilt $40,000 OBO. 701-720-0159, Minot, ND. 4.5” steel packers, rock guards, mud scrap- packers, c/w liquid fert. kit, 1300 gal. liq1997 BOURGAULT 5710 air drill, 40’, ers, dual casters, primary blockage, double 9.8” spacing, 3.5” steel packers (fresh re- shoot, 3450 TBT, dual fan, variable rate uid cart, Honda pump. 306-259-4990, 306-946-6424, Young, SK. cap), c/w 1998 3225 tank. 306-778-6976, $100,000. 403-647-7391, Milk River, AB. 306-553-2253, Swift Current, SK. 50’ FLEXI-COIL 400, 7” spacing, mulch2009 JD 1870, 56’, side band, Dutch ers, new shovels, 2320 TBH w/high flotaFLEXI-COIL 5000, 45’, 12” spacing, VR dry/NH3 fert. opener, blockage monitors, 3450 air cart TBT, 3” rubber packers. 2011 updates, Max Quip VRC NH3 kit w/5 tion Trelleborgs, $19,000; 44’ JD 730 double disc, 230 bu. 787 TBT, $18,500; 41’ 403-888-6993, Swalwell, AB. section control, 1910 430 bu. TBH cart JD 1060 w/1610 Flexi-Coil, $9500. May MORRIS 54’ CONCEPT 2000, 7300 and w/conveyor, $195,000. 780-787-2408, sell units separate. Case/IH 2300 cart, TBH, $8500. Can deliver. MacGregor MB, 240 bu. nitrogen carts, Mid-rows, K-Hart Mannville, AB. packers, Quik-Tach, harrows, $50,000. JD 1820 AIR drill, 52’, 10” spacing, 4” call Brian 204-685-2896, 204-856-6119. 306-547-8064, Stenen, SK. pneumatic, 8 run single shoot, TBH, 1993 JD 787, TBH 610, 35’, 12” spacing, Degelman 3-bar harrows, all-run monitor, 1994 HARMON 3680 w/3100 cart, 36’, 8” $45,000. 306-743-7622, Langenberg, SK. spacing, single shoot, liquid manifolds, 2003 40’ MORRIS MAXIM II and 7300 b r o a d c a s t k i t , s h e d d e d , $ 2 2 , 0 0 0 . 1.5” openers, 2.5” steel packers. Cart: 250 tank, 10” spacing, single shoot, 3” carbide 306-753-2833, Macklin, SK. bu., 2 compartments, double shoot ca- spread tip, 4” steel packers. Asking 3225 BOURGAULT AIR TANK, 1997, winch, pable, $18,500. 306-731-3250, Bulyea, SK. $50,000; 1989 1010 header batt reel, r e a r h i t c h . $ 1 0 , 5 0 0 . C a l l D w i g h t 204-573-7787, Brandon, MB. 2010 NH P2070 Precision air drill, with $6000. 306-796-4466, Central Butte, SK. 4 3 0 b u . c a r t , l o a d e d , fi e l d r e a d y, FLEXI-COIL 6000 40’, 10” spacing, double 1998 BOURGAULT 4300 air cart, S/S, 2TM, $190,000. 306-536-3870, Regina, SK. shoot, c/w TBH NH FC230 tank, with 3rd mint, $26,000 OBO. Phone: 306-563-8482, VICON 40’ air drill, 160 bu. Vicon tank, 9” tank, variable rate, all new discs, $72,000 306-782-2586, Rama, SK. spacing, 3/4” carbide Dutch openers, on- OBO. 780-614-0787, St. Vincent, AB. FLEXI-COIL 110, TBH, hyd. or engine fan shank packers, liquid kit, new hoses and 1997 FLEXI-COIL 5000, 57.5’, 12” spacing drive, rear hitch, 33’ Morris Magnum cult., tires, $13,500. 306-795-2749, Ituna, SK w/NH3 Mid Row, NH3 kit- 2 yrs. old Poirier openers like new, liquid kit, 2001 CONSERVA PAK 40’, 12” spacing, w/1997 2320 tank, good shape, $40,000. $12,500 OBO. 306-445-5485 Battleford, SK hyd. trip. 1999 Morris 7300 variable rate 306-746-4626, Raymore, SK. 1996 BOURGAULT 8800, 28’, granular kit, TBT, hyd. drive, w/third tank, shedded, 2010 BOURGAULT 5710, 74’, 9.8” spac- harrows, Bourgault wedges, 2115 air cart, $69,000. 306-824-2182, Rabbit Lake, SK. ing, w/3” Dutch paired row dual shoot shedded. $20,000 OBO. 306-749-2752, 1830 JD 40’ air drill, double shoot, Atom knives, 3-1/2” packers, w/6700 tank, dual Birch Hills, SK. Jet openers, 10” spacing, only 2500 acres, fans, loaded w/rear hitch. Millhouse Farms 40’ BOURGAULT 8800, c/w Valmar and 306-398-4079, Cut Knife, SK. excellent. 306-229-4319, Warman, SK 225 tank mounted harrows, $18,500. 780-896-2152, Andrew, AB. 1999 FLEXI-COIL 3450 TBH, double shoot, mech rate, $35,000 OBO. Phone 306-563-8482, 306-782-2586, Yorkton, SK BOURGAULT 3225 AIR cart, vg condition, $15,000 OBO. Phone: 306-563-8482, Find New & Used SeedMaster air drills at www.seedmaster.ca 306-782-2586, Rama, SK. MODEL 655 JD air seeder, 28’, $6500 OBO. Call now to order your drill for summer delivery. 1-888-721-3001 306-835-2806, Raymore, SK.

2001 CASE CONCORD, 5010, 340 bu. cart, run monitoring, 5.5” packer tires, Fargo air monitor, closing discs, Edge-On s h a n k s , 5 5 0 l b. t r i p , w i t h o p e n e r s , $49,700. 204-761-5145, Rivers, MB. 1995 BOURGAULT 28’, 8” spacing, liquid kit and hitch, 130 bu. tank, K-Hart packers, 1 year old liquid knives, $19,000. 306-698-2563, Wolseley, SK. 1989 JD 665 41’ air seeder, 10” spacing, on-row packers, Flexi-Coil hyd. fan, also 2 n d c a r t w / f a n a n d l o a d e r, $ 8 5 0 0 . 306-296-4731, 306-296-4909, Frontier, SK 8810 BOURGAULT 40’, 8” space, MRB, NH3 kit, Raven, steel packers, 3/4” carbide openers, asking $23,000. 204-573-7787, Brandon, MB. FH 536-42 FLOATING hitch Bourgault 36’ air seeder, c/w 3/4” like new carbide tip knives, poly packers and harrows, w/2155 Bourgault tank, exc. cond. 306-843-3132, Wilkie, SK. BOURGAULT 4300 air cart, single shoot, 2 TM, rear hitch, anhydrous hose and coupler, $29,000. 306-328-4335, Elfros, SK. 8810 BOURGAULT, 30’, heavy trips, 10” spacing, packers, harrows, 2155 tank, $20,000. 306-354-2533, Mazenod, SK.

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306-487-2 72 1 2002 BOURGAULT 8810 40’, 2009 MRB’s, Independent poly packers, harrows, Raven NH3 w/440 controller, new tires, $47,000. 403-599-2108, Milo, AB. FLEXI-COIL 800, 40’, 1720 tank, w/320 granular applicator, single or double shoot, premium condition, $19,000 OBO. 306-259-4982, 306-946-7446, Young, SK. FLEXI-COIL 820 air seeder, 38’, TBH, 2320 tank, K-Hart packers, 9” spacing. 306-834-2823, Kerrobert, SK. 1996 8810 BOURGAULT 40’, 450 trips, rubber packers, single shoot, plus gran. kit, 3195 tank, 3rd tank, always shedded, $32,000 OBO. 403-533-2240 Rockyford AB

NEW AND USED Rollers, tow behind, wing up, 5-plex units, all sizes. 403-545-6340, 403-580-6889 cell, Bow Island, AB. 50’ OF FLEXI-COIL HEAVY HARROWS, 5/8 tines. 780-386-2220, 780-888-1278, Lougheed, AB. BRAND NEW 50’ Rite-Way Maxi (Phoenix) harrow, rotary, autofold, $43,800 OBO. 306-259-4982, 306-946-7446, Young, SK. 2006 DEGELMAN 7645 landroller, 45’, good condition, $27,000. Call 306-759-2191 306-759-2733, Eyebrow, SK AGRI-TECH LAND ROLLER, low acres, excellent condition, $24,000. 403-647-7391, Foremost, AB.

MORRIS RANGER 111 roller packer, 48’ wide, vg cond, $4200. Ph. 204-743-2324, www.cypresstrucksandequipment.com at Cypress River, MB. 40’ BOURGAULT 4 bar mounted harrows, $2000; Also 40’ Flexi-Coil packer bar, $1000. 306-329-4373, Asquith, SK. 2005 RITE-WAY 7168 heavy harrow. 68’, low acres, $33,000 OBO. 306-563-8482, 306-782-2586, Rama, SK. 70’ DEGELMAN HEAVY harrows, 9/16 tines, mint condition. 780-386-2220, 780-888-1258, Lougheed, AB.

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25’ FLEXI-COIL 4 bar mounted harrows, 2000 CASE/IH 3400 air tank, 8” auger, good condition. First $1000 takes it. large 23.1x26 tires, exc. cond., $17,900. 403-227-6692, Innisfail, AB. Would consider grain truck or other interesting trades. 403-644-3808, Standard, AB 2006 90’ BOURGAULT 6000 mid harrow bar, big tires, very good cond., $33,500 FLEXI-COIL 1720 AIR tank, 3 rollers, good cond., hasn’t seen much fertilizer, $12,500 OBO. 306-747-2514, Shellbrook, SK. OBO. 204-937-4605, Roblin, MB. 60’ FLEXI-COIL SYSTEM 95 harrow packer unit, good condition. 306-398-4714, Cut FOR BOURGAULT 8800 CULTIVATOR: 6 shank and triple assemblies and stubs, 5 Knife, SK. poly packer wheels, 2 packer wheel WA N T E D : A P P RO X . 4 0 ’ l a n d r o l l e r. frames. 306-748-2673, Neudorf, SK. 204-426-5506, 204-346-2575, Alma, MB. JD 9350 16’ hoe drill, 2- 8’, steel packers, MORRIS HEAVY HARROW 50’, low acres, field ready. Also, 2- 10’ JD grass seed box$23,000 OBO. Phone: 306-563-8482, es. 780-745-2410, 780-205-2410, Paradise Valley, AB. 306-782-2586, Rama, SK. WANTED: Massey 360 discer with Martin hitch, must be in very good shape. 306-478-2658, Mankota, SK. JD 1910, 270 bu. TBT air cart, 710 metrics, conveyor w/telescopic downspout, like 48’ K-HART INDEPENDENT packers off FH new, used only for seed, has never seen Bourgault air seeder. Ph 204-773-2927 leave message, Angusville, MB. fertilizer. Ph. 204-744-2279 Altamont, MB. 39’ 5000, 9”, c/w 3450 mech. WANTED: 56’ or (2-28’) CIH 6200 press FLEXI-COIL 550 lb, 3” rubber, 2320 TBH, double drills, w/rubber press, factory transport; cart, shoot, $65,000. Cam-Don Motors Ltd. 50’ Bourgault Vibra-Master cult., 4 row, 8” 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK spacing. 306-272-3958, Foam Lake, SK BOURGAULT 2115 SEEDER air tank, $4500. Phone 306-883-2877, 306-883-2669, 306-883-8028 cell, Spiritwood, SK. 2001 BOURGAULT 5350 air tank, dual fan, triple shoot, $42,000. 306-647-2459 or 306-641-7759, Theodore, SK. WANTED: Atom-jet side band double shoot granular openers for “C” shank. Cam-Don Motors, 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK.

1986 VERSATILE 2200 DRILLS, 42’ 8” spacing, fertilizer solid shank with Gen pin on point, factory transport, $6,000 306-476-2715, Fife Lake, SK. 1996 JD 787 TBH 230 bu. tank, 320 3rd tank, good shape, set up as 4-run, $20,000 OBO. 306-476-2715, Fife Lake, SK. JD 9450 hoe drills 40’, factory transport, s t e e l p a c ke r s , t a r p c ove r s , $ 7 , 5 0 0 . 780-789-2104, Thorsby, AB.

10” CANCADE UNDER GRAIN trailer hopper auger, like new, $2100. 306-768-2907, Carrot River, SK. WANTED: BLACK SEED metering roller for flax, to fit 1910 JD seed cart. 403-501-5420, Brooks, AB. 80 NEW 4.8 6-ply pecker wheels off Bourgault paralink drill (3310). Gull Lake, SK. Phone 306-671-7174. VISIT OUT WEBSITE www.vwmfg.com. See our new products for spring 2012. Our full carbide-triple shoot-paired row openers have fertilizer between seed rows and slightly below. We also have 1/4” SS liquid fertilizer lines delivering fertilizer to seed rows. Available for all paralink-C shank and edge on. Please watch our website for updates. Thank you for visiting our website. VW Mfg., Dunmore, AB. 403-528-3350. FOR SALE: HAYBUSTER zero-till drills, 10’, 14’; Two 10’ w/double disc bander, great shape, stored inside; 20’ Haybuster 1000 air drill w/liquid fertilizer attachment Wa n t e d : H ay b u s t e r d r i l l s fo r p a r t s . 403-627-5429, Pincher Creek, AB. 2007 JD 1590 No-Till seed drill, 15’, 7.5” spacing, fert./grain box w/agitator, grass seed box, markers, done approx 4000 acres. 403-782-1009, Lacombe, AB. 2- MF 36 discers, 18’ Marlin hitch and P20 packers; 2- MF 360 discers, 15’ piggy-back and packers; Gandy air spreader #5424, 48’ to 60’. 306-642-5740, Assiniboia, SK. 30’ JD 752 NO-TILL drill, 7.5” spacing, MRB’s on 15” spacing, field ready, $35,000. Call 403-362-0082 (days), 403-964-3505 (eves), Rolling Hills, AB. 1996 CONCORD 3503 green air tank, 3 compartments, 350 bu. split 105, 140, 105 bu., single shoot, hydraulic fan, $16,000 OBO. Willing to trade for 3400 2 compartment tank. 306-731-2843, Lumsden, SK. FLEXI-COIL 65 NEW 425 lb. trips, $100 each; 40’ Broadcast kit, $2200; Dual hyd. markers, $750; Markermaster, $850; P30 packers, $250 each; Morris 36’ air pack, $2200; Laurier 45’ packer bar, $3900. Pro Ag Sales, 306-441-2030 anytime, North Battleford, SK.

30’ JD ROTARY hoe. Good working condition, lots of wear left on spoons. Steve Guenther, Osler, SK. 306-239-2017. 32’ EZEE-ON 4600 DISC, $49,900. Phone 306-421-0205, Estevan, SK. JD 610 seeding tool, floating hitch cult., 38’, c/w 4 bar harrows, carbide banding knives, $9500. 403-936-5797, Calgary, AB. KELLO-BILT 8’ TO 16’ OFFSET DISCS c/w oilbath bearings, 26” to 36” blades. The Successful Farmers Choice. 1-888-500-2646 www.kelloughs.com 42’ EZEE-ON DEEP Tillage, 4-bar harrows, original owner, $24,000 OBO. Phone: 403-746-5494, 403-746-3945, Eckville, AB WANTED: 60’ CULTIVATOR with 8” spacing and mounted harrows. Ph: 780-841-1883, LaCrete, AB. MORRIS 8900 CHISEL plow 31’, w/4 bar harrow and anhydrous kit, $9500 OBO. 306-548-4758, 306-547-8205, Stenen, SK. MASSEY HARRIS 820 31’ tandem disc, exc. cond., 20”-22” blades, tandem wheels throughout. 306-237-4582, Perdue, SK.

14’ KELLO #225 DISC, very nice, 1-1/2 100 HRS. ONLY, 2011 CASE 435 quad years old. Phone 306-726-4616, Southey, trac, fully loaded, warranty, sight glasses on bogies, $295,000; DEGELMAN 7900 SK. 14’ 6-way blade, $22,000; CAT 80 scraper in excellent condition, $28,000. Rick Paull 204-851-1000, Elkhorn, MB. CASE 2594, low hrs., like new Michelins, very clean. 403-394-4401, Lethbridge, AB. 23’ HUTCHMASTER DISC; 52’ Rite-Way wing type packer bar, P20’s; Bourgault CASE/IH STEIGER built, 4 WD/Quads; 4250 air tank; 52’ of 8” space poly packers Plus other makes and models. Call the for Bourgault cult. Phone 204-546-3154, Tractor Man! Trades welcome. We deliver. Gord 403-308-1135, Lethbridge AB Grandview, MB. WIL-RICH 12 BOTTOM plow, vg condition, $6200. Can deliver. Ph. 204-743-2324, BOURGAULT 115 AIR TANK, hyd. fan 2000 CASE 9370, 4 WD, 4260 hrs, powerwww.cypresstrucksandequipment.com at and fill auger, good condition, $2500. shift, 20.8x42 duals, suitcase weights. 306-648-2720, Gravelbourg, SK. Cypress River, MB. 780-385-0153, Killam, AB. 1980 2290 CASE tractor, 5800 hrs, powerPLANTER JD 7300, 12 row, 30” hyd. drive, shift redone at 4100 hrs, $10,500. 1979 vacuum metering, vertical fold, $12,000. 2290 Case tractor, 8200 hrs, w/Allied FEL, 204-522-6597, Hartney, MB. powershift done at 7800 hrs, $18,000. 306-558-4444, 306-558-7133. 2-15’ MF 360 discers; 37’ Morris cultivator with harrows; 9’ JD one-way disc blade. 1998 MX135 MFWD, 5500 hrs, tires are good, 3 PTH, 3 hyd. outlets, Ezee-On 2105 306-861-2263 cell, Weyburn, SK. loader/grapple w/joystick, $50,000 OBO. 780 336-6378, Irma, AB. WINTER CASH DISCOUNTS start now on 7130 MAGNUM, 2 WD, 8100 hrs, 500 on Summers discs, wing-up rollers, 5-plex rebuilt eng., 20.8R38 90%, good shape, rollers, chisel plows, heavy harrows, verti$29,500. 2 2 9 4 C a s e / I H , 8100 hrs, cal tillage implements, packer bars, rock20.8R38 w/duals, new air seed, good pickers. 403-545-6340, 403-580-6889 cell, Bow Island, AB. www.summersmfg.com 2001 FENDT 926 VARIO, 260 HP, 3149 shape, $18,000. 306-371-7382, 306-3294780, Asquith, SK. WISHEK HEAVY DISCS- 1,000 lbs. per hrs., c/w duals, mint, CVT, 53 kms/hr., foot. These are the heaviest discs on the LHR, Michelin 710 tires, front axle and cab 2010 CASE/IH 485 Quadtrac, 1100 hrs., market! Order now for spring delivery. Call suspension, 3 PTH, 1000 PTO, 4 hyds, PTO, $270,000 OBO. Trades? Central, MB. Phone 306-563-8482 or 306-782-2586. Flaman Sales, Saskatoon, 306-934-2121 or $109,000. 780-206-1234, Barrhead, AB. 1-888-435-2626, or visit www.flaman.com 1997 AGCOSTAR 8360, N14 Cummins, 360 2005 IHC STX 450 Quadtrac, 5421 hrs., 1996 25’ EZEE-ON TANDEM DISC, new HP, 18 spd., 20.8x42 duals, 4 remotes, big hyd. pump, new lathe springs, air notched blades last year, all new bearings, shedded, 3760 hrs., great, $70,000 OBO. seeder return line, 30” tracks approx. 80%, asking $18,000 OBO. Ph: 306-796-7809 or 306-948-2896, Bigger, SK. $160,000; 2003 STX 375, 6100 hrs., new 306-796-4403, Central Butte, SK. 30.5Lx32 tires, no duals, 4 hyd., big pump and air seeder return line, $85,000; 2000 FLEXI-COIL 800 FLOATING hitch, 41’, 9” IHC 9370, 8 new 710xR70 Firestone radispacing, 4-bar harrows, $12,000. Glenn 306-272-7123, eagleagri@sasktel.net 1983 DEUTZ 7007, cab, 3 PTH, Leon 636 als, 7150 hrs., big pump, 4 hyds. with air seeder return line, $65,000, 204-871-0925 Foam Lake, SK. loader w/bucket and 42” fork attachments, MacGregor, MB. FARM KING HEAVY DUTY field discs are 6400 hrs. 306-483-2963, Oxbow, SK. now available at Flaman Sales, from 14’ to 1987 DEUTZ 7085, FWA, open station, 85 RETIRING: 2009 CIH 535HD, 688 hrs., 42’ widths. Book now for spring delivery! HP, 3 PTH, 5900 hrs., Allied 794 FEL, PS, 5 hyd., diff. lock, 2 aux. hyd., weights, Visit your nearest Flaman store or call $18,000. Ph. 204-525-4521, Minitonas MB. deluxe cab, Trimble 252, AutoSteer, PRO 600, HID lights, 800/70R38 duals, warran1-888-435-2626. Visit: www.waltersequipment.com ty, $252,000. 780-998-9013, Fort Sask, AB DEGELMAN 3000 CULTIVATOR, 35.5’, c/w harrows and spare parts, $6900 OBO. 1974 ALLIS CHALMERS 720, c/w Danco 2009 CIH 485STX, 2000 hrs., PTO, high 204-773-3113, 204-773-0308, Russell, MB. mower. all fluids changed, all original flo hydraulics, 710x42 tires, mint cond. always shedded, mint condition, Call 306-231-9937 or 306-231-6675, WISHEK DISC 14’, $16,000; 18’, $18,000; paint, be seen, 460 org. hrs., $5900. Humboldt, SK. Kewannee 16’ breaking disc, $20,000; must 306-681-7510, Moose Jaw, SK. CASE 4694, 4WD, 7945 hrs., 20.8x34 duals Summers 70’ heavy harrow, $15,000; very good, powershift, PTO, $21,000. Phoenix harrows, $13,000; DMI 7 shank 306-843-3317, Wilkie, SK. ripper, $12,900; 5 shank, $10,900; Howard rototiller, $5000. Call 1-866-938-8537. 5140 CASE, 6800 hrs., c/w 690 Leon load27’ IHC #55 cultivator; 36’ Doepker rod- 1986 WHITE 4-270, 4 WD, 4800 hrs., PTO, er and grapple, very good condition, w e e d e r ; 4 8 ’ M o r r i s r o d w e e d e r. runs good, needs tires, $10,000 OBO. $20,000 OBO. 306-336-2508, Lipton, SK. 403-533-2240, Rockyford, AB. 306-642-5740, Assiniboia, SK. 1982 CASE 4490, 6100 hrs., 6 hyd. ends, WIL-RICH 36’ VIBRASHANK with Morris SUPER 670 MM, gas, FEL, $2500; Wanted 1000 PTO, 14’ Degelman blade, good cond. harrows, $1800. 306-272-4620 after 6 PM, 1650 Cockshutt for parts. 306-681-7610 or $20,000. 306-785-4716, Cadillac, SK 306-395-2668, Chaplin, SK. Foam Lake, SK. 2010 485 STX for sale, PTO, loaded, GPS, JD 50’ 1650 cultivator for sale, with Degel- WHITE 2-105 for parts, good tires, $3000. low hours. Phone: 306-642-3487, Assiniman tine harrows, asking $20,000. Phone 306-759-2704, Eyebrow, SK. boia, SK. Ron 204-941-0045, Rossner, MB. KELLO DISC 250, offset, 10’, notched front and rears, very good, $15,000; EZEE-ON disc 1201, offset, 26” notched fronts, smooth rears, like new, done only 40 acres, $16,000. Delivery available. 250-567-2607, Vanderhoof, BC.

48 ’ - DEM O M o d el 7550 Air Drill w ith N EW M o d el 4400 Air S eed er Ca rt: $218,270.00 $123,500.00 10” S p a cin g; 5” S teel Pa ckers , Do u b le S ho o t, w ith 390 b u Air Ca rt, Va ria b le Ra te Co n tro l 48 ’ - M o d el 7550 Air Drill w ith M o d el 3315 T BH Air S eed er Ca rt: $197,589.00 $125,500.00 10” S p a cin g; 3.5” S teel Pa ckers , S in gle S ho o t, w ith 315 b u Air Ca rt, Va ria b le Ra te Co n tro l 6 0’ - M o d el 7560 Air Drill w ith M o d el 4400 T BH Air S eed er Ca rt: $237,323.00 $150,000.00 10” S p a cin g; 5” Pa ckers , Do u b le S ho o tw ith 390 b u Air Ca rt, Va ria b le Ra te Co n tro l

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1993 CASE/IH 7120, under 3500 hrs., 18.4x32 duals, vg, $36,500. 306-332-6776, Fort Quâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Appelle, SK. 1996 CASE/IH 9350, 5127 hrs., powershift, PTO, 4 hyds., 20.8x38 duals, new 14â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 6-way Degelman blade, $105,000 OBO. 306-365-3001, Lanigan, SK. 1995 CASE/IH 9280, Goodyear radials at 90%, triples, EZ-Steer 500, recent workorders, good condition, $70,000 OBO. 306-889-4263, Mistatim, SK. 1978 CASE 970, 700 Leon loader w/7â&#x20AC;&#x2122; bucket, manual trans., completely rebuilt, vg shape, $15,800. 306-231-5268, Muenster, SK. 3594 CASE IH, MFD, duals, 1000 PTO, triple hyd., 185 HP. 204-859-0075, Rossburn, MB. 2008 CASE/IH MX 215, 1100 hrs., 3 PTOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 4 hydâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s., 3 PTH, rear duals, full Outback S3 AutoSteer, $129,500. Phone 780-376-3577, Daysland, AB. 1988 IH 7110, 9300 hrs, duals; 1983 IH 5088, 9100 hrs, duals. 306-648-7242, Gravelbourg, SK. WRECKING: 2090 CASE c/w good running engine, 18.4x38 tires, vg sheet metal. 1-877-564-8734, Roblin, MB. 1988 CASE/IH 7130, 4900 hrs., MFD, duals, $38,000 OBO. To be picked up in Raymore, SK. 204-352-4037. 2007 CASE STX 530 HP, 1190 hrs., 16 spd. powershift, 5 hyd. outlets, high cap. pump, Pro600, factory AutoSteer and weight package, 800x38 Michelin duals. Retiring. 403-638-0660, Madden, AB. Email: eslingerfarms@davincibb.net 1086 IH, w/790 Leon high lift loader and grapple, 2 new 18.4x38 tires w/duals, 2 new front tires. 306-842-4072 Weyburn SK 1998 CIH 9390, 5200 hrs., 20.8R-42 Firestone triples, rubber 65%, 72 cast wts, 12 spd., Outback S2 AutoSteer, 4 SCVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s with 1 split to make 5, new batteries in 2011, $100,000. 306-463-9041, Kindersley, SK LIZARD CREEK REPAIR and Tractor. We buy 90 and 94 Series Case 2 WD tractors for parts and rebuilding. Also have rebuilt tractors for sale. 306-784-2213 Herbert SK CASE/IH ST 385 QUAD, 2011. Two to choose from. 30â&#x20AC;? Camoplast tracks, diff. locks., high cap. pump, HID lighting, Nav II/ 262 receiver, high cap. drawbar. One c/w 1000 PTO. Call Gord 403-308-1135, Lethbridge, AB. 2010 CIH 535 HD, 300 hrs., powershift, 800x38 tires, big pump, Pro 600 w/AutoSteer, front cast weights, diff. locks, vg condition. 204-825-2641, Pilot Mound, MB 1984 4494 Case, 6194 hrs., $17,500 OBO. In excellent running condition and shedded. 403-888-5445, Strathmore, AB. WANTED: IHC 2+2 TRACTOR. Must be in good working order. Require working hyds and 1000 PTO. 306-563-5941, Canora, SK. 2000 CASE/IH MX200 FWA, 2627 hrs., 4 hyds., 3 PTOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, shedded, $78,500. May deal on 4WD 250-300 HP. 306-487-3173, Lampman, SK.

STEIGER ST250 COUGAR, 3306 engine, 4 hyds., 14â&#x20AC;&#x2122; dozer blade, w/14â&#x20AC;&#x2122; wing blade. 306-538-4487, Kennedy, SK.

1991 CH75 CAT CHALLENGER, w/8650 hrs., 325 HP, $15,000 spent on 2 new 25â&#x20AC;? Camoplast tracks, plus $24,000 in recent workorders, making it field ready. Asking $62,500. 780-258-0095, Smoky Lake, AB. 1990 CAT CHALLENGER 65, c/w 1000 PTO digital dash display, 24â&#x20AC;? tracks at 60%, new batteries, 3306 Cat engine, 290 HP, 10 speed powershift, Greenstar ready, air seeder return line. Unit is in exc. cond., completely serviced, field ready, c/w parts, overhaul manuals and numerous caterpillar filters, $57,500 OBO. Call Paul 780-645-6696, Lafond, AB.

2005 JD 7920, MFWD, 4250 hrs, IVT trans, c/w 746 loader, 9â&#x20AC;&#x2122; bucket and grapple, 650/42 tires, very clean condition. 306-342-4447, Glaslyn, SK.

JD 8870 w/newer Degelman plow, brand new tires, new Espar heater, great 350 HP tractor with 6600 hrs, exc. cond. and well maintained, asking $81,500 OBO. For more info call 306-672-6493, Gull Lake, SK. 2008 7330, MFD, 2400 hrs, power quad trans, 3 PTH, 18.4x38 rear, 16.9x26 front, fenders, mirrors, air ride seat, AC, heat, AM/FM CD, 740 SL loader, bucket and grapple, c/w fresh JD service and full of fuel, $87,500. 306-646-4450, Maryfield SK 1991 JD 4255, 2 WD, good clean unit, asking $30,000 OBO. Ph. 780-672-6389, Camrose, AB. JD 7410 MFWD w/740 loader/grapple, 3 PTH, LH shuttle, 20.8x38 rear tires, 7300 hrs, $49,900. 403-854-0230, Hanna, AB. 1996 JD 8970, PTO, 4813 hrs., triples, 24 spd., weights, $93,000. 306-441-9320, North Battleford, SK. 1995 JD 8970, 4131 hrs., triples, 24 spd, weights, $87,000. 306-441-9320, North Battleford, SK. JD 7810 MFWD, 3PTH, power quad, LHR, 2 2 5 0 h r s . , l i k e n e w, $ 7 5 , 0 0 0 . 306-693-2310, Moose Jaw, SK. 1990 4455 MFWD, powershift, 3 PTH, rubber 90%, 4200 hrs, immaculate. 306-744-8113, Saltcoats, SK. 1980 JD 4440, 6500 hrs., 3 PTH, $25,000. 306-231-3993, Humboldt, SK. Visit www.versluistrading.com

JD 3140, LOW, LOW ORIGINAL HOURS, c/w cab, 3 PTH, JD FEL, used very little, premium unit, $19,500 OBO. 403-823-1894, Drumheller, AB. JD 7810, MFWD, 19 spd, powershift, 3 PTH, 5000 hrs, good condition. Will install l o a d e r i f yo u l i ke $ 6 5 , 0 0 0 O B O. 306-227-4503, Saskatoon, SK.

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2002 JD 9520T, 3700 hrs., 30â&#x20AC;? tracks, integrated AutoSteer, 4 remotes, 20 weights, fresh Greenlight Jan 2012, exc. shape. $155,000. 204-761-8702, Rivers, MB. 2008 JD 9530, 1200 hrs., premium cab, 1 8 s p d . p owe r s h i f t , 7 8 g p m hy d s . , 800-70R38 duals, 7600 lb. weights, $235,000. 306-421-0205, Estevan, SK. 1995 JD 8770, 300 HP, 5450 hrs, tires 90%, 12 spd. synchro, 3 hyds, extra hyd. return, e-drive plumbed, exc. cond., 306-623-4222, 306-628-8338, Sceptre, SK

2009 9430, 4 WD, 1336 hrs, 18 spd., powershift, 4 SCVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Star Fire AutoSteer incl., HID lighting, 710/70R42, exc. cond., $216,000. Parry, SK, 306-442-4670, cell 306-442-7758. 1994 JD 8970, 24 spd., performance monitors, radar, diff lock, 20.8x42 triples, Michelin radial tires 80%+, AutoSteer, eng. bearings and clutch recently done, shedded, well maintained, excellent cond., ve r y c l e a n , $ 7 2 , 5 0 0 . S t . J e a n , M B . 204-758-3943 or 204-746-5844. 4020 JD TRACTOR w/quick detached FEL, powershift, diesel, tires excellent, fibro cab, motor recently done. 306-383-2907, 2004 JD 9620T, 2600 hrs, 36â&#x20AC;? tracks, 306-383-7789, Quill Lake, SK. nose and rail weights, HID light system, JD 7710 MFWD; JD 7810 MFWD; JD 18 spd. powershift, AutoTrac ready, show 8110 MFD, all low hours, can be equipped r o o m c o n d i t i o n , a s k i n g $ 1 9 2 , 0 0 0 . with loaders; J D 6 4 2 0 with loader. 306-861-5436, Francis, SK. 204-522-6333, Melita, MB. 2000 9400, 710x42 duals- 80%, 12 spd. 1996 8770, 5080 hrs, 20.8R42 60%, 4 powershift, 6850 hrs., GPS, $95,000. hyds., PTO, return line, field cruise, 306-647-2459, 306-641-7759 Theodore SK $73,000 OBO. 306-867-7073, Outlook, SK. 2010 JD 9330, 24 spd., 7.10R42, 840 hrs, JD 8970 4 WD, 8450, 4450, 4030, 2130. like new, $216,000; 1991 JD 4255 c/w JD All with loaders and 3 PTH. Will take JD 158 loader, grapple and joystick, powert r a c t o r s i n t r a d e t h a t n e e d w o r k . shift, 8015 hrs, new 18.4x38 duals, one 204-466-2927, 204-871-5170, Austin, MB. owner, $36,500; 1986 JD 1650 MFWD, 1989 JD 8760, 300 HP, 8 new 520/70R42 open station, ROPS, 1950 hrs, Leon FEL, Goodyear tires w/600 hrs., 24 spd., return $17,500. Phone Glenn 306-272-7123, line, shedded, very strong, $57,000 OBO. Foam Lake, SK., eagleagri@sasktel.net 306-873-5893, Tisdale, SK. 2003 JD 9520, PTO, diff lock, front and 1984 JD 2750, 146 loader, Sound Guard rear weights, active seat, 800x38 tires, 4 cab, 3 PTH, joystick, 6175 hrs., $15,800. S C V â&#x20AC;&#x2122; s , 5 5 7 5 h r s , $ 1 5 6 , 0 0 0 O B O . 306-683-9658, Saskatoon, SK. 306-246-4730, Speers, SK. JD 4440, Greenlighted, like new 20.8x38 1997 9300, w/24 spd., 20.8x42â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s at 60%, JD duals, $24,500. 403-504-9607, Medi- 4 8 0 0 h r s , $ 8 9 , 0 0 0 . 3 0 6 - 9 4 8 - 3 9 4 9 , 306-948-7223, Biggar, SK. cine Hat, AB. 7520 FOR Sale, 3 hyds, PTO, STEVEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S TRACTOR REBUILDER looking JOHN DEERE working order, $6900. Phone: for JD tractors to rebuild, Series 20s, 30s, good 204-655-3458, Sifton, MB. 40s or 50s, or for parts. Will pay top dollar. Now selling JD parts. 204-466-2927, 2006 JD 7820, MFWD, power quad, 3 hyd, 204-871-5170, Austin, MB. 540/1000, 746 loader w/5 tine grapple, hrs, Degelman 46/57 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; blade, askJD 8960, 24.5x32 tires, 375 HP, excellent 3950 $123,900. Phone 780-842-0068, Czar, cond., $73,000 OBO. Phone 403-823-1894, ing AB. Email: moecharl@gmail.com Drumheller, AB. 1996 8570, 3965 hrs., 24 spd., 18.4R-38s, shedded, int. and ext. both exc. cond. $64,000. 306-682-4188, Muenster, SK. 1997 JD 9400, 710x38 Titan duals at 65%, 24 spd. trans, 4 SCV, 10,000 lb. weights, GreenStar ready, 8000 hrs, just Greenlighted and excellent condition, asking $92,500 OBO. Call 306-869-3287 home; 306-869-7932 cell, Radville, SK.

2007 NH TV145 w/84LB loader and grapple, 2660 hrs., front and rear PTO, 3 PTH, ALLIED 895 true self leveling loader engine end wheel weights, front and rear w/quick attach 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; bucket and bale fork, diff. locks; Also avail. Leon quick attach 9â&#x20AC;&#x2122; $4900 OBO. 204-546-2570 Grandview, MB blade for same. 403-556-0316, Olds, AB. 1998 KOMATSU WA-250, Cummins 5.9, 3rd valve, grapple fork, Ag tires, $40,000 OBO. 403-588-1146, Blackfalds, AB. FORD 8670, 9000 hrs., 8 new tires, powershift, 3 PTH, 4 hyd. outlets, transmission JD 280 SL loader, 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; bucket and teeth, with rebuilt, $46,500. www.versluistrading.com JD grapple, loader mounts off JD 4450, p r o fe s s i o n a l ly p a i n t e d 1 y e a r a g o . 306-231-3993, Humboldt, SK. 204-855-2409, Oak Lake, MB. 1997 FORD 8770, 18 spd. powershift, Super steer, 4 hyds., 3 PTH, PTO, 14.9x46 LEON 707 LOADER, c/w 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; bucket and duals, FWA, nice clean tractor, 5800 hrs., mounts for White 105 tractor, $2000. $55,000. 204-871-0925, MacGregor, MB. 306-759-2704, Eyebrow, SK. 2N FORD, 3 spd. trans w/Hi-low reduction, LEON 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 6-way quick attach blade, good rubber c/w 2 bottom 3 PTH plow, mounts for Series 9000 JD FWD tractor. $3500 OBO. 306-642-5771, Verwood, SK. 403-227-2371, Innisfail, AB.

VERSATILE 800, 4 WD w/Leon plow, very well maintained, very good tires, and Espar heater. Would be good puller, asking $16,000 OBO. 306-672-6493, Gull Lake, SK FORD VERSATILE 976, 6800 hours, new inside 24.5x32 tires, $55,000. 306-442-4505, Weyburn, SK. 1982 VERSATILE 1150, 470 HP, 8 spd. standard, 6500 hrs, recent clutch and front diff, 5 hyd., air seeder return line, 30.5x32 tires w/35% tread left, no cracks, dual chrome stacks. 306-563-5268, Canora, SK. 1984 VERSATILE 895, 6300 hrs., new tires. Call Arch Equipment 306-867-7252, Outlook, SK. 1983 835 VERSATILE, 5888 hrs, 18.4x38 triples, new air ride seat, 4 hyds., Atom Jet hyd. for air seeder. 403-784-2586 Clive AB LAST ONE! 2012 Versatile 535, powershift, 800 duals, last of the pre-emission engines. We need good trades. Cam-Don Motors Ltd. 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. 1983 VERSATILE 875, PTO, 4 hyds., 7130 hrs, good shape, $27,000. G. Schultz 306-254-2042, 306-229-4432 Dalmeny, SK 1990 FORD VERSATILE 946, 20.8x42â&#x20AC;? duals, good rubber, good cond., $39,000. 306-743-7622, Langenberg, SK. VERSATILE 150 BI-DIRECTIONAL c/w grapple fork, spear, and bucket. Meacham, SK, 306-376-2132, 306-221-8500. 2009 400 HP Versatile, 710x38 rubber, rear wgts, deluxe cab, perf. monitor, less than 250 hrs. 306-776-2295, Rouleau, SK. WANTED: 400 HP or larger 4 WD tractor. Ph. 306-642-3487, Assiniboia, SK. 2009 VERSATILE 435, 914 hrs., 55 gpm, 710 metric, 4 remotes, standard trans., S3 AutoSteer, mint condition, $175,000. 306-746-4626, Raymore, SK.

1982 JD 4640, 6500 hrs., quad shift, 20.8x38 tires, excellent condition, $24,000. 306-421-9817, Benson, SK. JD 7330, 115 hrs., w/741 self-leveling loader, Meteor 108â&#x20AC;? double auger snowblower, Horst HLA 4000 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; snow blade, $120,000. 403-728-8200, Spruce View AB. GREENSTAR 2600 DISPLAY, used for 4640 JD, good rubber, approx. 11,000 hrs, two years, $3500. Call 306-231-9020, rebuilt engine, $21,000 OBO. Phone Humboldt, SK. 306-747-2355, Shellbrook, SK. ZETOR 7745, FWA, 65 PTO HP , open staJOHN DEERE 4955, 3700 original hrs., tion, 3 PTH, Ezee-On loader and grapple, shedded, 20.8-42 rears, fenders, full set of 1986 JD 4450, 15 spd powershift, 6806 capable of lifting large round bales. weights, 3 hyd., mint condition, $64,000. hrs., excellent shape, $32,500 OBO. $16,000 overhaul, includes new: clutch, 306-728-8428, 306-728-8952, Melville, SK 403-586-1659, Crossfield, AB. brakes, hydraulics, starter, bearings, HaloJD 1830 TRACTOR, 146 loader, 15.5x38 lights (front/back), repaired nearly to 1991 JD 4955 MFWD, 42â&#x20AC;? duals, front rear tires, 3 PTH, low hours, $10,000. gen condition, engine runs great and weights, powershift, good condition, 403-362-0082 (days) or 403-964-3505 new burns no oil, tires approx. 80%, Asking $55,000. 403-854-0230, Hanna, AB. (eves), Rolling Hills, AB. $22,500. 780-258-0095, Smoky Lake, AB. 1 9 9 9 J D 8 1 0 0 , M F W D, 3 8 1 2 h r s . , 420/80R46 with duals, front weights, powershift, 540/1000 PTO, 3 PTH with quick attach, 3 remotes, 1 owner, shed- KUBOTA M125X, MFWA, 3 PTH, LHR, 2000 VALTRA 8950 High Tech, w/980 ded, excellent condition. Will handle 1000 loader, 1400 hrs, new front tires, clean, Quickie loader, 3500 hrs, FWA, twin trac, bu. grain cart easily, $78,500; Also JD $53,500. 306-538-2153, Whitewood, SK. one owner. 306-842-4072, Weyburn, SK. wheel AutoSteer available. 204-685-2732, 2006 MCCORMICK 185, 4400 hrs. new 204-856-6767, MacGregor, MB. Quickie loader, front 3 PTH, front PTO, 1998 JD 9400, full AutoSteer, 20.8 triples, $69,500. 204-522-6333, Melita, MB. 2003 MASSEY 8270, FWA, 18 spd power5100 hrs., new Degelman 18â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 6way blade, shift, 200 HP, 3760 hrs., 20.8xR46 tires. BIG BUD KT500, S/N #7610 KTA1150, $140,000 OBO 306-882-3787 Rosetown SK 306-397-2653, Edam, SK. 6700 hrs., 550 HP, 13 spd. Fuller trans., JD 4440, 8000 hrs, 500 on rebuilt engine, $50,000 OBO. 403-542-9465, High River, FEL w/bucket and grapple, joystick conAB. Email eaajones@gmail.com trol, 20.8x38 rears (3 yrs. old), asking $28,000 OBO. Phone Terry 306-594-7580 9682 NH 4760 hrs., 710x38 duals, hi flow 2006 JCB 8250 tractor, 3000 hrs., 260 or 306-594-2608 evenings, Hyas, SK. hyd. pump, 4 remotes, exc. cond., $88,500 HP, CVT trans, 65 KPH top speed, full suspension front and rear, ABS brakes, dual 1997 JD 5500, FWD, w/JD 540 loader, 70 OBO. 306-621-1631, Yorkton, SK. rear PTO, rear 3 PTH, 4 rear remotes, front HP, CAH, 3 PTH, 1400 hours, like new, 2004 TJ 450, 2500 hrs, 3 year extended 3 PTH, 2 front remotes, brand new rubber shedded. 306-435-4196, Moosomin, SK. warranty remaining! All oil samples done all around. Deluxe cab with AC, heat and 1983 JD 8450, $27,000 OBO. For details semi annually, 520/85R42 triples, Outback radio. Very clean! $139,000. Call Jordan AutoSteer, high cap. hyd pump, orig own- anytime 403-627-9300, Pincher Creek, AB. call 306-865-2075, Hudson Bay, SK. ers, $167,000 OBO. Jess 306-869-7013, DO YOU NEED a FWA tractor with loader RARE: 1970 4020, 4500 original hrs., Paul 306-869-7012, Radville, SK. powershift, 3 PTH, very straight and origi- 1998 NH 9682, 4035 hrs., 360 HP, 12 spd., 90 HP to 130 HP for less $$$? Call nal, exc. shape, c/w near new 148 loader, 20.8x42 duals, always shedded, $82,000 306-231-5939, Saskatoon, SK. grapple, joystick. Greenlighted. Sat in shed OBO. 306-454-2200 or 306-869-7835, GRATTON COULEE AGRI PARTS LTD. Your most of life. 306-744-8113, Saltcoats, SK. #1 place to purchase late model combine Ceylon, SK. 1995 JD 6400, MFWD, 3PTH, self-levelling RETIRING: 1998 FORD NH 9682, 5000 hrs, and tractor parts. Used, new and rebuilt. l o a d e r, g r a p p l e f o r k , 3 5 0 0 h r s . duals, exc. shape, $81,900. 306-934-6703 www.gcparts.com Toll free 888-327-6767. 306-272-4382, Foam Lake, SK. eves, Saskatoon, SK. JD 7810 MFD, 5000 hours, IVT trans., 2000 NH TV140, FEL, 3 PTH, hyds., draw741 loader, excellent condition. Phone bar, 540/1000 PTO all both ends, HO hyd. 780-990-8412, Cherhill, AB. pump, tires 70%, 3200 hrs, shedded, vg, 4430 JD w/148 loader, grapple, and joy- $67,500 OBO. 306-488-2085, Dilke, SK. stick, 10,500 hrs, $20,000. Phone 1994 FORD NH 9480, 4380 hrs, 20.8/42 306-634-4454, Estevan, SK. new Jan. 2009, hyflow hyd., 350 HP, shedB E N P E T E R S J D T R A C TO R S LT D. ded, 12 spd. trans, no PTO, $68,000. 204-828-3628 (shop), 204-750-2459 403-901-5018, Gleichen, AB. (cell). FOR SALE: 7810 MFWD, PQ, LHR, 3 2010 NH T7040, 180 HP, FWA, 860TL PTH, new tires; 7710 MFWD, PQ, LHR, 3 quick detach bucket FEL w/grapple, 504 PTH, new tires; 7210 MFWD, PQ, LHR, 3 hrs, 3 PTH, 4 remotes, fully loaded. PTH, w/740 FEL, grapple; 4650 MFWD, 3 403-644-2386, Standard, AB. PTH, 15 spd; 4455 MFWD, 3 PTH, 15 spd., w/wo FEL; 4450 MFWD, 3 PTH, 15 spd.; 2000 NH 9184 4 WD, 235 HP, 2900 hrs., Two 4250 MFWD, 3PTH, w/260 FEL; 4440 new Firestone 18.4x38 radials, std. trans., GRADALL EXCAVATOR 4x4 diesel, as quad, 3 PTH, fact duals; 2555 CAH, 3 PTH, return line, 4 remotes, always shedded, n e w $ 1 7 , 0 0 0 . C a l l W a y n e a t 4600 hrs, w/146 FEL; 3140, 3 PTH, new $80,000 OBO. 306-576-2111, Wishart, SK. 604-308-5502, Langley, BC. paint, tires, high/low shift, mint; 1830 3 2000 8970 FORD New Holland, FWA, 5987 PTH; Front weights for 30, 40, 50 series. hrs., $54,000 OBO; 1996 8560 Ford New DEGELMAN 7200 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 6-way quick attach We also have loaders, buckets and grap- Holland, FWA, 6732 hrs., loader c/w grap- for JD 9220 w/heavy frame rails, positive air shut-off, $17,500 OBO. 780-259-0163 ples to fit JD tractors. ple bucket, 3 PTH, bale fork $35,000 OBO; cell, Kitscoty, AB. 2004 9220 JD 4WD tractor, std. trans., Both in excellent running condition and QUICK ATTACH 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; JD bucket and grapple, 20.8x42 tires, GPS, w/AutoSteer, 3600 shedded. 403-888-5445, Strathmore, AB. to fit 640- 840 loaders, very good cond. hrs., $136,000. A.E. Chicoine Farm Equip2004 TJ500, 520/85R46 triples, powerCall 306-597-2115, Togo, SK. ment, 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK. shift, PTO, deluxe cab, 1700 hrs, excellent, 1975 JOHN DEERE 2130, 146 loader, 3 $179,000. 306-428-2847, 306-862-7731 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; LEON DOZER blade 1000, color green, came off JD 4640 tractor, $2500 OBO. Ph. PTH, runs good, $9900 OBO. Phone cell, Choiceland, SK. 306-548-4758, 306-547-8205, Stenen, SK. 204-573-0181, Forrest, MB. 2003 TJ375, 1950 hrs., 710/70/R42 duJD 2755 TRACTOR w/JD loader and grap- als, Outback AutoSteer, powershift, PTO, HIGH LIFT LEON loader with 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122; bucket. ple, 2 WD, 9025 hrs., exc. shape. 306- excellent shape, $130,000. Cabri, SK. Model 790?. $3,000 OBO. 306-395-2668 or 306-681-7610, Chaplin, SK. 291-9395, 306-283-4747, Langham, SK. 306-741-8391. 1995 8770, 5100 hrs., 24 spd., 20.8x38, 2009 TV6070, bi-directional, 3PTH, grap- D E G E L M A N D O Z E R 4 - WAY, 1 4 â&#x20AC;&#x2122; , h a s AutoTrac ready, 3 hydraulics, $69,000. ple, manure tines, 800 hrs., like new. Dave mounts for JD 8650. Call 403-394-4401, 306-753-2833, Macklin, SK. Lethbridge, AB. 403-556-3992, Olds, AB.

2005 NEW HOLLAND TV 145 bi-directional tractor w/high lift FEL and 5 bar grapple fork, 2800 hrs., $85,000; Case/IH 1480 combine, internally rebuilt with too many accessories to list, $18,500; 1982 Versatile 4400 swather 22â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, with new in 1995 UII pickup reel and batt reel, $8500; 1994 25â&#x20AC;&#x2122; MacDon 960 straight cut flex header with 1480 IH adapter and new Trail Tech transport, $16,500; New Holland HT 154 Vrake, 16 raking wheels, $12,500; 4 used Westeel Rosco 4000 bu. bins, no floors, $4,500 each. 306-445-4850, North Battleford, SK.

KOENDERS 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; swath rollers, $990; Trailmaster 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; gooseneck, $7500. Hergott Farm Equip. 306-682-2592, Humboldt, SK. 1997 JD 9600, only 2000 sep. hrs; 1972 JD 4620; 1982 IHC 5088. All field ready and OBO. 204-766-2643. SOLD FARM: JD 9400, Outback AutoSteer, full weight package, 24 spd., 710 metrics, 4830 hrs, $96,000; Case 9280, 3920 hrs, Outback AutoSteer, 12 spd, $72,000; Versatile 276, 3 PTH, loader, $18,000; Degelman heavy harrow, 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 2 yr. old tines, w/3255 Valmar, $24,000; Bourgault 9200 chisel plow, 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, harrows, $18,000; Flexi-Coil 820 chisel plow, 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122; speed lock, $24,000; Case/ Concord 5012 air drill (red), 3400 tank, rice tires, double shoot, 2 fan-modification, $36,000; Bourgault 5710, 9.8â&#x20AC;? spacing, Gen paired row openers, 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 10â&#x20AC;?, 4.5â&#x20AC;? steel packers, 4300 tank, double shoot, $45,000; Misc. other items. All equipment located in Outlook, SK. Call Frank at 403-507-1302. USED EQUIPMENT: 1995 JD tractor 8300, MFWD, 3 PTH, powershift, 5800 hrs, $77,500; New 2011 Parker 739 grain cart w/tarp, SALE PRICED at $24,900; 2004 JD 630F, SALE PRICED at $20,500; 2004 JD 635F, SALE PRICED at $23,900. Horsch Anderson Joker short disc 8RT, 5 in stock, $60,000-$68,000. Please visit our website: www.genag.com or call Shelton Kehler 701-330-7401 or Tom Wiebe 204-312-0604, Winkler, MB.

IHC 28â&#x20AC;&#x2122; HOE drill, good cond, $2000; Yardworks riding lawn mower, 20 HP, 46â&#x20AC;? cut, like new, $1500. 306-228-2934, Unity, SK. RETIRING. 1981 JD 8640, 4 WD tractor, approx. 9000 hrs, new 50 series eng., 4 wheel diff lock, triple hyds., PTO, AC/heat, clean, $20,000; 1993 Case/IH 1680 combine, approx. 2800 hrs, Cummins power, specialty rotor, chopper, hopper topper, 1015 PU, exc., reliable, $35,000; 1989 Freightliner FL112 semi truck, 3406 Cat, 13 spd. trans, air ride susp. and air ride cab, sleeper, vg Michelin rubber, diff lock, very clean, $15,000; 1985 Ford L9000 feed truck, tandem axle, Rayman alum. feed body, 12 tonne 4 comp., Cummins power, large front tires, good for fert. or seed tender, $15,000; 1985 Ford L8000 tandem grain truck, 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Cancade box, roll tarp, diff lock, 3208 Cat, 13 spd. trans, new PTO pump, mechanically sound, needs paint, $15,000; Ezee-On 33â&#x20AC;&#x2122; air drill, double shoot, Model 2175 bu. cart, TBH, hyd. fan drive, 8â&#x20AC;? spacing, excellent, low acres, $35,000; 1989 CI 722 swather, approx. 1900 hrs, 25â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, UII PU reel, Isuzu diesel, joystick control, good canvas, AC/heat, $15,000; 1981 JD 2750 tractor, 2 WD, new motor, c/w Allied FEL, joystick control, PTO, 3 PTH, new rubber, new clutch, new starter, $19,000; Farm King MD swingaway auger, 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, low profile hopper, hyd. hopper mover, $4,000; 4 misc. augers, 5 HP elec., 30-40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, $500 each; Snowblower Farm King 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 3 PTH, double auger, hyd. chute, $1800. Prices negotiable. Call Claude 204-744-2501 204-825-0001 Somerset MB

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SOLD FARM: 1996 JD 9500, 2492/3272 hrs., new Titan tires, $14,000 Greenlight done, Redekop spreader, 230 header and transport, 1984 Vers. 875, good 20.8x38 tires, $30,000; 67XL Flexi-Coil 130’ sprayer, $12,000; 39’ Flexi-Coil 5000 air drill, 2320 TBH, low acres, $45,000; 40’ CCIL cult.; 40’ Blanchard harrow packer; 24’ Vers. swather; 18’ Vers. 400; 28’ Int. 7200 drills w/mover; 28’ IH cult.; 42’ Victory blade; 1979 Chev 3 ton truck; 1980 Chev T/A grain truck, plus much more. 403-393-0219, 403-833-2190, Burdett, AB.

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SUNFLOWER HARVEST SYSTEMS. Call CASE/IH STEIGER 480, 4WD tractor, 1263 for literature. 1-800-735-5848. Lucke Mfg., hrs, 800/70R38 rubber, S/N Z6F105288, asking $189,000; JD 4720 high clearance www.luckemanufacturing.com sprayer, 1377 hrs, 710/70R38 single rubPT-270 STEIGER 4 WD, PTO; IH 1482 PT b e r, S / N N 0 4 7 2 0 X 0 0 3 0 8 8 , a s k i n g combine; 2- IH 730 swathers; IH 48’ vibra $175,000; 2010 Brandt super charged 842, chisel cult.; IH 55 DT 29’; JD 9350 disc 8” auger, Kohler gas engine, EZ move, S/N drill, 30’; 2 Crown fork type rockpickers; 93552, asking $12,000; 2001 JD 9750 STS Versatile PT 24’ swather. 306-638-2220, c o m b i n e , a p p r o x . 3 0 0 0 h r s , S / N Findlater, SK. H09750S701235, asking $120,000; 2002 JD 9650 STS combine, 2680 eng. hrs, BOURGAULT 34’ CULTIVATOR, 12” spacing 1993 sep. hrs, S/N H09650S696835, askw/mounted harrows, $2500; and Edge ing $120,000; 2008 NH P1060 air tank, chip for 2003 Duramax. 306-333-4829, S/N Y95015272 w/Flexi-Coil P2060 drill Abernethey, SK. w / p a c ke r s , S / N Y 9 S 0 0 3 4 4 6 , a s k i n g $160,000; 2005 Westward swather, 1532 hrs, S/N 162926 w/MacDon 972 harvest header w/PU reel, asking $60,000; 2009 MacDon D60-S header, S/N 186815, asking $55,000; 2005 MacDon 974 flex draper header 30’, S/N 165648, asking $25,000; 2009 Flaman pro grain bagger #910, S/N 1993 M acdon 960, 30’draper.................$16,900 (A ) AA2009039, asking $18,000; Loftness GBU G R A IN H A N D LIN G EQ U IPM EN T grain bag storage system, S/N 51-355, 2010 B randt 20x110, C onveyor w /2021 transfer asking $31,000; 1979 Mack tandem grain auger...............................................................C all(A ) truck, $20,000; 2007 Doepker tridem grain 2008 B randt 15x85, conveyor/1515LP ....$24,500 (A ) trailer, S/N 2DEGBSZ3281021481, asking 2006 B randt 13x90, grain auger.............$17,500 (A ) $35,000; Brandt B70 swingaway auger, 2006 Farm King 16x104 grain auger.......$32,000 (A ) $12,000; Degelman 80’ harrow, 2011 modFarm King 13x85 grain auger..................$10,500 (E) el, $48,000. 306-842-4241, Weyburn, SK. Farm King 10x70 grain auger...................$6,000 (O ) D8 CATERPILLAR; Model 60 elevating Farm King 13x70 grain auger.................$11,500 (A ) grader; TR95 NH; 56’ harrow packer draw2006 Farm King 13x70 grain auger......$12,500 (R A ) bar; Bourgault 40’ cult. w/air seeder tank; 2000 Farm King 13x70 grain auger.........$7,500 (R E) 1300 gal. sprayer; 2005 Dodge dsl. truck Sakundiak 10x2200 grain auger..............$4,500 (O ) w/25,000 miles; more misc. machinery. Sakundiak 10x2200 grain auger...............$5,500 (E) 306-842-6123, Weyburn, SK. 2004 B randt 5000 G rain vac..................$12,500 (R E) 2002 B randt 4500 grain vac.....................$9,950 (R E) 546 ROCK-O-MATIC ROCKPICKER, hyd. Kongskilde 500 grain vac..........................$6,000 (E) drive, like new, $7000. Myrnam, AB. Ph: 780-366-3982. 2005 R em 2100 grain vac.........................$14,500 (E)

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AN D A G O O D D EAL M O R E 4W D TR A C TO R S 2010 JD 9630, T36” tracks, PTO , 338 hrs...................................................$374,000 (A V) 2009 JD 9630, T36” tracks, dlx cab, 635 hrs...................................................$325,000 (A V) 2009 JD 9630, T36” tracks, pto, 1066 hrs.................................................$349,000 (ES) 2010 JD 9530, T36” tracks, dlx cab, 635 hrs...................................................$329,000 (R A ) 2008 JD 9530, duals, 78gpm , act seat, 1127 hrs....................................................$272,000 (E) 2W D - M FW D TR A C TO R S 2009 B uhler 2145, M FW D , Loader, 1500 hrs.................................................$115,000 (R A ) 1980 JD 4640, quad, singles, 9700 hrs..$19,000 (O ) 1978 JD 4640, quad, duals, 7600 hrs...$22,000 (R A ) 1975 JD 4630, Q uad, 20.8x38 duals......$17,000 (R E) 2010 JD 6430, prem ium cab, 3 pt, 673 FEL, 730 hrs.....................................................$88,000 (R E) 2006 JD 6615, m fw d, loader, 3217 hrs $72,500 (R A ) 1995 JD 7400, cab, 2w d, loader, 9762 hrs...................................................$31,000 (R A ) C O M B IN ES (24 m onths interest free) 2008-2011 JD 9870, STS various options, 52-900 hrs.................................................12 in stock 2008-2011 JD 9770, STS V arious options, 213-600 hrs...............................................15 in stock 2008 JD 9670, STS 900 tires, pow er cast, Pickup hdr, 625 hrs...........................................$245,000 (O X) 2004-2007 JD 9860, STS various options, 900-1600 hrs...............................................7 in stock 2004-2007 JD 9760, STS V arious options, 900-1600 hrs...............................................7 in stock 2004 JD 9660, STS 30.5x32, hopper ext, 1408 hrs.................................................$150,000 (R A ) 2006 JD 9660, STS 30.5x32, touchset, 835 hrs...................................................$195,000 (R E) 2000 JD 9750, STS 520x38 duals, 2919 hrs...................................................$110,000 (A ) 2000 JD 9650, STS 20.8X 38 duals, 914P, 1880 hrs.................................................$132,500 (R E) 2001 JD 9650, w alkers, dlx hdr cntls, hopper ext, 3028 hrs...................................................$89,000 (R A ) 2005 C IH 2388, pickup, loaded, 1650 hrs.................................................$152,000 (R E) 1999 JD 9610, 30.5x32, chopper, c/s, 2695 hrs...................................................$72,000 (R A ) 1997 JD C TS, 30.5x32, hopper cover, 1983 hrs......................................................$64,500 (E) 1997 JD C TS, 30.5x32, chopper 1578 hrs.....................................................$69,000 (A ) 1992-1997 JD 9600, severalunits, 3000 hrs up..............................................$45-$62,000 1993 JD 9500, 30.5x32 tires, 914 pickup, 3055 hrs.....................................................$44,000 (O ) 1990 JD 9400, pickup, 3267 hrs..............$39,000 (O ) C O M B IN E PLA TFO R M S 2001 Precision, 16’w /rakeup pickup...$16,500 (A ) JD 224, 24’rigid..........................................$4,900 (O ) 1993-1999 JD 930, 30’rigid, bat & pickup reels available............................................$5,500 & up (A ) 2005 JD 930D , 30’draper, bat reel, transport...................................................$32,000 (A ) 1990 JD 925F, 25’flex .................................$9,500 (O ) 1997 JD 930F, 30’flex, H FN A ..................$17,000 (A ) 2002 JD 930F, 30’flex, H FN A ................$20,000 (R A ) 2004 JD 635F, 35’flex, A W S air reel......$36,000 (A ) 2004 JD 635F, 35’flex ............................$31,000 (R A ) 2006 JD 635F, 35’flex ............................$33,000 (R A ) 2008 JD 635F, 35’flex, excellent............$37,000 (A ) 2009 JD 635F, 35’flex ...............................$38,000 (A ) 2009 JD 635D , 35’draper, crop auger, H FN A ..........................................................$55,000 (E) 2010 JD 640D , 40’draper, never used........C all(A ) 1999 N ew H olland 973, flex, crary air reel.............................................$22,500 (E) 2005 C IH 2042, 30’draper, 2388 adapter.............................................$42,000 (O ) 2000 H oneyB ee SP30, 30’draper, JD 50 adapter...........................................$29,000 (A ) 2004 H oneyB ee SP30, 30’draper, crop auger, C IH 2388 adapter...................................$33,000 (R E) 2004 H oneyB ee SP42, 42’draper, crop auger, JD 70 adapter.........................................$39,000 (R E) 2005 H oneyB ee SP36, 36’draper, C IH 2388 adapter.....................................$35,000 (A ) 2008 H oneyB ee SP36, 36’draper, JD 60 adapter.........................................$53,500 (R E) 2011 M acdon FD 70, 45’flex draper, JD 70 adapter, new .................................$89,000 (A ) 2010 M acdon FD 70, 40’flex draper, JD 70 adapter...........................................$74,000 (A ) 2009 M acdon FD 70, 40’flex draper, JD 70 adapter...........................................$68,000 (A ) 2009 M acdon D 60, 40’draper, JD 60 adapter.................................................C all(O ) 2005 M acdon 973, 36’draper, JD 60 adapter...........................................$36,500 (E) 2005 M acdon 972, 30’draper, JD 60 adapter.........................................$39,000 (R E) 2002 M acdon 972, 30’draper, JD 60 adapter.........................................$36,500 (R E) 2000 M acdon 972, 30’draper, JD 50 adapter...........................................$32,000 (A ) 2007 M acdon 963, 36’draper, bat reels, JD 60 adapter.........................................$40,000 (R E) 1996 M acdon 960, 36’draper, bat reel, JD adapter................................................$18,500 (A ) 1996 M acdon 960, 36’draper, pickup reel, transport....................................................$23,000 (E) 1998 M acdon 960, 36’draper, pickup reel, crop auger.................................................$25,000 (E)

SPR A Y ER S 1998 JD 4700, 4000 hrs...........................$96,000 (R E) 2010 JD 4930, 1092 hrs.........................$309,000 (O x) 2007 JD 4930, R aven auto boom 1831 hrs...................................................$240,000 (A ) 2005 JD 4720, 1450 hrs...........................$188,900 (A ) 2006 JD 4720, 1533 hrs........................$194,000 (R A ) 2007 JD 4720, 1209 hrs.........................$182,000 (ES) 2009 JD 4730, 1330 hrs...........................$211,000 (A ) 2009 JD 4830, 1296 hrs...........................$243,900 (A ) 2006 JD 4920, 2361 hrs...........................$220,000 (A ) 2006 JD 4920, 1768 hrs.........................$237,000 (R E) 1997 A g-Shield SB 80’, 800 gal..............$14,900 (R E) 1998 FlexicoilS67XL pulltype, 130’, 1200 gal.....................................................$16,500 (A ) 2002 A pache 790, 96’, 1445 hrs............$76,000 (O X) 2005 C IH SPX3150, 90’, 1700 hrs.........$105,000 (R E) 1996 Spray coupe 3640, 950 hrs.................C all(R A ) M ISC ELLA N EO U S EQ U IPM EN T 1995 H ighline XL6084, rockpicker............$9,500 (E) H A Y IN G EQ U IPM EN T 2008 JD 568, rd baler, m ega w ide pickup.................................$28,000 (R E) 2001 JD 567, rd baler, m ega tooth pickup............................$16,900 (A )(R E) 2003 JD 567, rd baler, surface w rap......$22,000 (E) 2005 JD 567, rd baler, m ega w ide pu.....$22,000 (O ) 1992 JD 535, rd baler, hyd pu, push bar..$9,500 (O ) 2006 N H B R 780, rd baler, w ide pickup............................................$12,000 (R A ) 2008 C IH R B 564, rd baler, m esh w rap...$23,000 (O ) 2002 C IH R B X561, rd baler, 2 choices$9,500 (E) (O ) 2004 C IH R B X562, rd baler, surface w rap..........................................$16,000 (R A ) 1999 N ew Idea, rd baler, 5x5 bale.........$5,000 (R A ) 2000 JD 1600A , m ow er conditioner.....$11,900 (R E) 2002 H esston 1275, m ow er conditioner $13,500 (E) 2002 JD 946, 3 pt hitch m ow er conditioner................................$18,500 (R E) 2002 M acdon 922 auger platform ........$22,000 (R E) SP W IN D R O W ER S 2009 JD A 400, 36’H B header, FF roller, 407 hrs............................................................$130,000 2010 M F 9430, 36’& 18’headers, 400 hrs.....................................................$112,000 (A ) 2009 JD 4895, 36’H oney bee header, 264 hrs......................................................$130,000 (E) 2008 JD 4895, new 36’H oneyB ee header, 400 hrs.....................................................$110,000 (A ) 2003 Prairie Star 4940, 30’972 header, 876 hrs........................................................$89,000 (E) 2000 C ase 8825, 30’header, 986 hrs....$47,500 (R E) M assey Ferguson 9420, 30’& 18’headers.........................................C all(R A ) M assey Ferguson 220, cab, 30’header...............................................$41,700 (R E) 2009 M acdon M 150, 35’D 60 header.........C all(ES) 2005 M acdon 2952i, 973 platform ..............C all(R E) 1997 W estw ard 3000, 30’, pto, pickup reel, canola sheer............................................................$8,500 (A ) SEED IN G EQ U IPM EN T 61’JD 1830, 10” spg, 430b tbh, duals, 2010 ..........................................................$162,000 (A ) 61’JD 1830, 10” spg, 430 tbh, duals, 2009 ..........................................................$149,000 (A ) 61’JD 1830, 10” spg, 430tbh, 2008 .......$129,000 (A ) 61’JD 1830, 10” spg, 430b 1910 tbh, 2007 ..........................................................$115,000 (A ) 61’JD 1820, 10” spg, 430 bu 1910 tbh, 2006 ..........................................................$105,000 (A ) 52’JD 1820, 10” spg, 340 bu 1910 tbh....$83,000 (A ) 54’JD 1820, 10” spg, ss, 3” rubr pkrs, no tank .......................................................$54,000 (A ) 42’JD 1820, 10” spg, ss, 3” rubr pkrs, 2320 tbh cart.............................................$48,000 (A ) 42’B ourgault 5710, 12’spg, 4300 cart...$55,000 (E) 42’B ourgault 5710, 12”spg, N H 3 shank M R B ’s, steelpkrs.................................................$50,000 (R E) 42’B ourgault 5710, 9.8 spg, m rbs, 5350 cart....................................................$83,000 (A ) 47’B ourgault 5710, 9.8 spg, L5350 tank ...............................................$89,000 (R A ) 57’Flexicoil5000, 9” spg, 3450 cart, prem ium ....................................................$80,000 (A ) 50’Flexicoil7500, 12” spg, 3450 TB T tank .........................................$65,000 (R A ) 41’Flexicoil800 airseeder, 12” spg, 1610 tbh tank ...........................................$12,500 (R E) 47’C oncord 4710, 9” spg, ss, A S 300 TB H tank ......................................$39,000 (A ) 49’(X2) M orris M axum 12” spg, D /S, TB H cart.................................$30,000-50,000 (E)(R E) 40’B ourgault FH 36-40, less cart, gran kit.....................................................$19,500 (R E) 36’B ourgault 8800, 3225 air cart..........$22,500 (R E)

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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. 5 x 1 0 P O RTA B L E C O R R A L PA N E L S starting at $55. 403-226-1722, 1-866-5178335, Calgary, AB, magnatesteel.com FREE STANDING PANELS for sale: 30’ 5 bar panels made with 2,7/8” pipe, $425/panel. 204-642-3026, Arborg, MB.

4T CONTRACTORS INC. See Custom Work. Call 306-329-4485, 306-222-8197, Asquith, SK. Email: fortywhitetails@yahoo.ca CUSTOM FENCING and corral building, no job too big or too small. Phone 306-699-7450, Qu’Appelle, SK. CUSTOM FENCING SPECIALIZING in barbwire, corrals, hitensil. Will travel. Call 306-931-3397 or 306-381-7358.

USED OIL WELL TUBE: 1.66 O.D. $19; 2 inch, $25; 2-7/8” $31; 3-1/2” $39; 22 ft. 3/4” Co Rod, $5. 1-888-792-6283.

THINKING OF IRRIGATING or moving water? Pumping units, 6” to 10” alum. pipe; Also Wanted: 6” to 10” pipe. Call 1/4” TO 1/2” used WIRE ROPE suitable Dennis, 403-308-1400, Taber, AB. 40 years for fencing; Also 1/4” stainless steel of experience, not a Dealer. Email: available. 403-237-8575, Calgary, AB. LOWEST PRICES IN CANADA on new, high dfpickerell@shaw.ca quality generator systems. Quality diesel generators, Winpower PTO tractor driven HOME OF REINKE ELECTROGATOR II. alternators, automatic / manual switch Reinke centre pivots, Reinke laterals, gear, and commercial duty Sommers Pow- Reinke genuine parts. Can design to your ermaster and Sommers / Winco portable needs. Call 306-858-7351 Lucky Lake, SK. generators and home standby packages. 75+ years of reliable service. Contact RAIN MAKER IRRIGATION Zimmatic pivSommers Motor Generator Sales for all ots/ Greenfield mini pivots, K-Line towable y o u r g e n e r a t o r r e q u i r e m e n t s a t irrigation, spare parts/ accessories, new 1-800-690-2396 sales@sommersgen.com and used equip. Custom designs to solve your specific irrigation needs. For experiOnline: www.sommersgen.com ence you can trust call: 306-867-9606 Outlook SK. www.rainmaker-irrigation.com

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CHOMPER SIMPLEX14 firewood processor, tree lengths, 18 HP Honda, $13,000. WANTED: MORRIS HOE DRILL Model 306-742-2055, Calder, SK. MH3100, 30’ or 40’, must be in good CUSTOM FIREWOOD PROCESSING, shape. 306-276-5708 leave msg, Love, SK. max block length 22”, cut and split into WANTED: 56’ or (2-28’) CIH 6200 press rough pile. $75/cord, travel costs extra. drills, w/rubber press, factory transport; Firewood for sale: Tamarack, Poplar and 50’ Bourgault Vibra-Master cult., 4 row, 8” Pine. $175/cord, delivery extra. Nipawin, SK. Ph. 306-862-3086 or 306-862-7831. spacing. 306-272-3958, Foam Lake, SK WANTED: FLEXI-COIL 3450, 3850 and BLOCKED SEASONED JACK Pine firewood 2320 TBH tanks. Call 306-237-4212, Per- for sale. Contact Lehner Wood Preservers Ltd., 306-763-4232, Prince Albert, SK. Will due, SK. deliver. Self-unloading trailer. WANTED: 15’ OR 16’ truck box with hoist; Also Case 530 diesel tractor with 3 PTH in FIREWOOD: SEMI LOADS, self-unloading truck, or pick up on yard. Hague, SK. good cond. 306-287-3563, Watson, SK. Phone: 306-232-4986, 306-212-7196. WANTED: HAYBUSTER 1000 or 8000 seed drill, 16’ to 24’. 780-636-3310, Vilna, AB. JD 580 SWATHER wanted, 25’ or 28’. BEV’S FISH & SEAFOOD LTD., buy diNorm Smith, Bulyea, SK. 306-725-4873. rect, fresh fish: Pickerel, Northern Pike, WANTED: JUMPSTART CANOLA SEED Whitefish and Lake Trout. Seafood also treater. Phone Glenn 306-272-7123, Foam available. Phone toll free 1-877-434-7477, Lake, SK, eagleagri@sasktel.net 306-763-8277, Prince Albert, SK. WANTED: USED, BURNT, old or ugly trac- KEET’S FISH FARM has 3” to 8” Rainbow tors. Newer models too! Smith’s Tractor Trout for spring stocking. Please contact Wrecking, 1-888-676-4847. Collin Keet at 306-260-0288. View website WANTED: Atom-jet side band double shoot at: www.keetsfishfarm.com Saskatoon, SK. granular openers for “C” shank. Cam-Don Motors, 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. WANTED: JD 4730 or 4830 sprayer, new or low hrs. Phone/fax 306-283-4747 or 306-291-9395, Langham, SK. 1992 KNIGHT LOWBED, triple axle, meWANTED: 35’ DT chisel plow with floating chanical detach neck w/walk over the back hitch, preferably 4 bar harrow, in good beavertails, c/w chains and bear hugs. Call for details, 204-734-2055, Swan River, MB. condition. 780-674-4225, Barrhead, AB. WANTED: RUBBERS ON press wheels off 100 IHC press drill. Phone 204-773-2868, Russell, MB. WANTED: 48’ TO 50’ of harrows to fit Bourg a u l t F H 4 8 ’ - 5 0 ’ a i r s e e d e r. P h 204-773-2927 leave msg, Angusville, MB. WANTED: VERSATILE 875 or 895 tractor or equivalent for parts or state of disrepair or needing eng. Would trade 8 or 14 yd. scraper, or 1988 Mazda B2600 4x4 Supercab dsl truck. 403-443-5092 Three Hills AB Forklifts and Parts WANTED: 1970’s JD 6030 tractor, need New and Used not be running. 204-766-2643. All makes and models WANTED: 20’-30’ of JD 9450 hoe drills, w/wo grass seed attachment. Also wanted self picking round bale truck. Phone Ph Marie @ 306-747-2355, Shellbrook, SK. or e mail meade@capitalindustrial.ca

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WANTED: Good used 20x8x38 radial tires, no cracks; Older TBT air cart; 5 HP and 10 HP or larger 220V single phase elec. motors; 6” or 7” grain augers for dismantle. 204-655-3458, Sifton, MB. WANTED: HONEYBEE HEADER, 36’, 1995 to 2000: UII reels to fit 1997 JD CTS combine. Phone 306-463-3584, Kindersley, SK.

LENNOX 110,000 BTU OIL fired furnace, six yrs old, $800 worth of new parts, 2-1/2 ton air conditioning system, taking offers. 306-836-2059, Simpson, SK.

MILLS CUSTOM FENCING, all terrain. Will travel. Taking bookings. Earl Grey, SK, 306-726-7550, 306-939-2057. CUSTOM FENCING. Will travel. Taking bookings for spring. Call 306-329-4493, or 306-221-8806, Asquith, SK.

FA R M E Q U I P M E N T H AU L I N G A N D towing service: Serving Western Canada. Specializing in air drills and other flat deck/oversized loads. Vanderberg Hay Farms, 403-824-3010, Nobleford, AB. DEGELMAN- PICKERS, LANDROLLERS, Strawmaster, rock diggers, booked savings. Hergott Farm Equipment, 306-682-2592, Humboldt, SK. FRONT WHEEL Assist housing rebuilt, portable line boring service, table augers nationalleasing.com and concave rebuilt. Penno’s Machining and Mfg. Ltd. 204-966-3221, online parts store www.pennosmachining.com FRONT MOUNT 3 PTH with brackets to fit JD 4560, 4440, 4250, etc. or other com- FIREWOOD FOR SALE: Cut, split seasoned parable models, $1100. Regina, SK., Poplar and Jack Pine. Custom ordering 306-536-3574. and delivery available. 306-862-8425, 306-862-9157, Nipawin, SK

WANTED: MF #36 DISCERS, all sizes, prompt pick-up. Phone 306-259-4923, 306-946-9669, 306-946-7923, Young, SK. WANTED: ROD BEARINGS for White 2270, 585 diesel engine. 403-843-6703 Bluffton, AB. WANTED: JD 7810, low hrs., c/w FEL, 3 PTH; NH 1037 or 1036 bale wagon. 403-394-4401, Lethbridge, AB.

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DIESEL GENSET SALES AND SERVICE, 12 to 300 KW, lots of units in stock, used and new, Perkins, JD, Deutz. We also build custom gensets. We currently have special pricing on new 90 KW Perkins units. Call for pricing 204-792-7471, Winnipeg, MB. 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.

SOLIDLOCK AND TREE ISLAND game wire and all accessories for installation. Heights from 26” to 120”. Ideal for elk, deer, bison, WINDPOWER GENERATOR, 55 Kw, 230 sheep, swine, cattle, etc. Tom Jensen, amp, propane, $4500 OBO. 306-638-2220, Findlater, SK. Smeaton, SK., ph/fax 306-426-2305.

FOR SALE: 2500 98’ Zimatic pivot. Call NEW AND USED Outback STS, S3 mapping 306-858-7351, Lucky Lake, SK. units. Baseline and AutoSteer units. Trades WANTED: THREE COMPLETE spans of welcome. 306-397-2678, Edam, SK. 5-9/16” pipe off 1981 Zimmatic pivot. GREENSTAR 2600 DISPLAY, used for 403-652-1896 eves, High River, AB. two years, $3500. Call 306-231-9020, Humboldt, SK. WESTERN IRRIGATION LTD. All yourin irrigation equipment. Call TRIMBLE AG GPS 262, WAAS receiver and needs Nav II controller for use with CNH brand- 306-867-9461, Outlook, SK. ed AccuGuide ready equipment. 403-647-1133, Foremost, AB. 240 PIECES 6”x40’ ringlock; 110 pieces 6”x30’ ringlock; 6”x40’ and 6”x30’ alum. pipe. Contact Central Water and Equipment Services Ltd. 306-975-1999, Saskatoon, SK. View by appointment only. TIRED OF RISING power and gas bills? Ready to do something about it? Blackstone has a range of products and services to help you conserve energy and generate your own power and heat. New Alberta solar incentives for Ag producers just released. 403-668-0669, Calgary, AB. www.blackstoneenergysolutions.com N.A.P.S. SOLAR STORE offers solar panels, windmills, components or complete solar systems and energy efficient appliances. 780-835-3682, 1-866-835-6277, Fairview, AB., or check out: www.solar-store.com YOU’RE INVITED: Practical Applications in Renewable Energy, an open house at Pedersen Apiaries on Feb. 25 (10 AM to 5 PM) and Feb. 26 (1 PM to 5 PM). showcasing solar thermal panels, wind turbines, structurally insulated panel construction, in-floor heating, and other energy efficiency measures. From Cut Knife, go 9 kms W, 13 kms N, 5 kms W, 2 kms N. We wish to thank Kelln Solar, Plasti-Fab, Seib’s Electric, Whiterock Gas Bar, National Farmers Union and Saskatchewan Eco Network for sponsoring this event.

DOUGLAS FINISHING MOWER: 3PTH, 72”, $795. 306-682-2585, Humboldt, SK. S0VENA RTX2-230 ROTOTILLER in very good condition. Asking $5500. Phone 780-514-0842, Alsike, AB.

CELEBRATING 100 YEARS growing perennials, shrubs, fruits, trees, hedges and windbreaks. Great selection, quality and price. Free catalogue. Boughen Nurseries V.R. Ltd., Box 12, Valley River, MB. R0L 2B0. www.boughennurseries.net Phone: 204-638-7618, fax: 204-638-7172.

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12TH ANNUAL ON TARGET Bull and Female Sale 2012, Tuesday, March, 13, 2012 at Barrhead, AB, 1:00 PM. Offering: 114 Lots. 76 Angus yearling bulls, 36 Simm. yearling bulls, 2- 2011 Angus heifer picks. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tarketing The Needs Of Our Customersâ&#x20AC;? with top notch, quality Seedstock from 5 different producers. Contacts: Dwayne E m e r y 7 8 0 - 6 7 4 - 4 4 1 0 , B r a d Yo d e r 780-674-5773, Mark Jones 780-674-6377, Barclay Smith 780-785-2045 and Chad Meunier 780-674-2299. View catalogue online at www.cattlemanagement.ca

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Roc k y M ou n ta in Hou s e , AB THE LORDS OF THE NORTH BULL and Female Sale, Saturday, March 17, 2012, 1:00 PM, Saskatoon Livestock Sales, Saskatoon, SK. Simmental sale offering: 21 yearling bulls, 6 PB open heifers. Red Angus offering: 12 yearling bulls, 6- 2 yr. old bulls, and 6 PB open heifers. For more info call Mitch at Green Spruce Simmentals 306-467-4975 or Elmer at EKW Red Angus 306-381-3691.

38TH ANNUAL HIGH COUNTRY BULL SALE, Pincher Creek, AB. For more info 403-627-8330 or 403-627-7776. 50 Charolais, 2 yr. olds and yearlings, white, red, and black. 40 Angus, 2 yr. olds and yearlings, Black and Red. View catalogue online at www.charolaisbanner.com

MADER RANCHES, Pearson Simmentals and Diamond T Cattle Co. 23rd Annual Bullpower Sale, Friday, Feb. 17, 2012, Olds, AB. 90 polled, red and black Simmental, Salers, and Angus bulls. Also 8 Simmental heifers. Easy calving bulls for heifers, high performance bulls for cows, 85 lb. average birth weight, gaining almost 4 lbs. per day. 75% sell from $2000 to $3500. Free wintering until April 1st, delivery assistance, 2/3 down option. You can watch and bid online at: www.liveauctions.tv Free catalogue or view at: www.maderranches.com Randy 403-337-2928, Carstairs, AB.

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THE BLACK PEARL ANGUS BULL AND FEMALE SALE, Sunday, March 11, 2:00 PM, Edwards Livestock Center, Tisdale, SK. Selling 30+ rugged yearling bulls and 25 open heifers. Females sell with a youth incentive program. Payment plan, wintering and delivery available. For catalogues or info. call Mel Sisson at 306-873-4890 or T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-933-4200, (PL # 1 1 6 0 6 1 ) . S e e c at a l o g u e o n l i n e at www.buyagro.com Check the offering prior to the sale and watch and bid online at www.dlms.ca

EXCELLENT QUALITY YEARLING and 2 yr. old Red Angus bulls. ROP tested. Will keep until April 15th. Semen test and deliver. Will well w/wo all risk insurance. Phone Dudragne Red Angus, 306-625-3787, 306-625-3730, Ponteix, SK.

DOUBLE BAR D FARMS BEST OF BOTH WORLDS Annual Bull and Female Sale, March 26th at the farm, 1 PM, Grenfell, SK. Offering 150 head of Simmental and Red Angus bulls and females. Call Ken 306-697-7204, 306-697-2474 or Richard 306-697-7298, 306-697-3038. To view WARDS RED ANGUS and BENLOCK catalogue: www.transconlivestock.com or Farms Annual Bull Sale, March 3rd, www.doublebardsimmental.com 2012, SLS Saskatoon, SK. Starting 2:00 PM Red and Black yearling and fall yearlings 26th ANNUAL RODGERS RED ANGUS plus Black 2 yr. olds. For more info. call Bull Sale, Tuesday, April 10th, 1:00 PM at Clarke 306-931-3824, Tom 306-668-2125. BSSA, Brooks, AB. On offer: 50 yearling bulls. Select group of young cow/calf pairs View catalogue online www.buyagro.com and open replacement heifers. Call H O N E S T H A R D W O R K I N G B U L L S 1-877-888-BULL (2855). For catalogue THATâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;LL GET â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;ER DONE: 6th Annual Blue view: www.rodgersredangus.com Collar Bull Sale, Saturday April 14th, 1:00PM at Heartland Livestock, Yorkton, SK. On offer: 60+ purebred Black Angus Bulls and 14 Black Angus yearling heifers. Call Scott Burkell at 306-783-7986, Troy Frick at 306-728-3515 or Jordan Sies at 306-748-2484.

20TH ANNUAL BLACK HARVEST Angus Bull Sale, April 11th, 1:00 PM at Kisbey, SK. On offer 29 yearlings from Mantei Farms, 24 coming 2 year olds from GBT ALBERTA PLAID GALLOWAY BULL & Angus. Performance and semen tested. FEMALE SALE, March 10, 2012. Innisfail Trevor 306-739-2924, cell 306-577-9141, Auction Market, Innisfail, AB. Special Cecil 306-634-4454, cell 306-461-5501. guest consignors: Freeway Galloways, Fred and Maxine Noad, Alix, AB. On offer: 20 BLACK ANGUS BULLS sired by Bismarck, plus registered Galloway bulls, reds and Game Day sons of Right Time and OCC blacks, yearlings, 2 yr. olds and aged bulls. Legacy. Also Black/Red Carrier sons of All bulls will be semen tested and vet in- Density and Juneau. Semen tested and spected prior to sale; Also on offer: Select guaranteed. Delivery available. Deposit will group of registered red bred females and h o l d u n t i l s p r i n g . J e f f r e y I s a a c red open (2011 born) heifers. Contact 306-768-2223. Carrot River, SK. Steve Schweer for details 403-227-3428, Email: schweer@xplornet.com or visit our website: www.albertaplaidgalloway.ca JOHNSTON/ FERTILE VALLEY Black AnComplete sale catalogue will be available gus Bull Sale, Friday, April 13th, 1:00 PM in early February, 2012. CST, at Saskatoon Livestock Sales, Saskatoon, SK. 80 thick, easy fleshing sons of STANDARD HILL King (pictured), Final Answer, Net Worth, Pioneer, Mandate and Hoover Dam. Also CONNECTION BULL featuring the 1st sons by our New Zealand outcross sire, Glenworth Waigroup. These bulls were selected from 500 mother BURNETT ANGUS BULL SALE, Saturday cows. Many bulls are suitable for heifers. 7th, 1 PM, Heartland, Swift Current, All bulls are semen tested with complete MARCH 11, 1 PM MST April SK. 2 yr. old and yearling Black Angus performance and carcass info available. Selling: Bulls, low birthweights. Bloodlines: Final Deferred payment plan with 60% sale day, â&#x20AC;˘ 50 Black Angus Yearlings Answer, Mytty Infocus, OCC Missing Link, 40% interest free, due Dec. 1, 2012. Call â&#x20AC;˘ 25 Polled Herefords Duffs Encore, Fahren. Also select group of Dennis and David Johnston 306-856-4726. open heifers. Bryce 306-773-7065, Wyatt Call for a catalogue or view on-line at â&#x20AC;˘ 30 Commercial Open Heifers 306-750-7822. wburnett@xplornet.ca www.johnstonfertilevalley.com at the Standard Hill Angus Sale Barn, Maidstone, SK. CITY VIEW SIMMENTALS and Ivanhoe Angus and Yuke Angus 2nd Annual CALL Les (H) 306-893-4094 Bull Sale, March 20, 2012, Johnstoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (C) 780-872-1555 Auction Mart, Moose Jaw, SK, 1:00 PM. Stephen (C) 306-893-8414 Yearling and 2 year old Black Angus bulls. Catalogue: For more info. call Ron 306-345-2560, cell 306-630-5871; Devin 306-691-0085; Scott www.shconnection.com Johnstone, www.johnstonesauction.com 306-693-4715. 25 BLACK YEARLING HEIFERS, bred to Black Angus, to calve late March or April. Phone Earle at 306-997-4917, Borden, SK.

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REGISTERED CHAROLAIS BULLS, 2 yr. olds and yearlings, polled and horned, some red. Quiet bulls. Hand fed but not overfed. 40 plus bulls available privately at the farm. Call Wilf, Cougar Hill Ranch, 306-728-2800, 306-730-8722, Melville, SK HORSESHOE E CHAROLAIS Annual Bull Sale, March 10, 2012, 2:00 PM, Johnstoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Auction Mart, Moose Jaw, SK. Selling 45 yearlings and 10- 2 yr. olds. Thick, hairy bulls with bred in calving ease. Delivery available. Will keep until May 1. For more info or catalogue call Layne or Paula Evans 306-252-2246, Kenaston, SK. Also selling 20 replacement heifers from Kattle Kountry.

McTAVISH CHAROLAIS - RED ANGUS Bull Sale with Charla Moore Farms, March 13, 1:30 PM at the farm, Moosomin, SK. Featuring 32 Charolais yearlings, 12 Red Angus yearlings, 5- Charolais 2 yr. olds, 2Red Angus 2 yr. olds, 20 open Charolais cross Red Angus heifers. Contact Brian McTavish 306-435-4125, Helge By of By SOUTH VIEW RANCH Red and Black An- Livestock 306-536-4261 or view catalogue gus Bull Sale, Thurs., April 12th, 1:30 PM online www.mctavishcharolais.com at the ranch, Ceylon, SK. Approx. 100 Red and Black Angus yearling bulls, ROP, se- PUREBRED CHAROLAIS cows and bred men and ultrasound tested. More info or heifers, bred Charolais; Also heifer calves. catalogue call Keith 306-454-2730, Shane Phone Jim 306-839-4710, Pierceland, SK. 306-454-2688. www.southviewranch.com MACMILLAN CHAROLAIS, yearling bulls RED ANGUS BULLS FOR SALE yearlings and two proven herdsires are available. and two year olds, semen tested, guaran- Bred for growth, easy keeping and market teed breeders, delivery available. Website: demand. All bulls will be semen tested and skinnerfarmsangus.com Ph 306-287-3900, can be kept until breeding season. Call Tim or Lorna at 306-931-2893, Saskatoon, SK. 306-287-8006, Englefeld, SK.

PALMER CHAROLAIS/ NIELSON LAND and Cattle Black and Red Angus Bull and Heifer Sale, March 5th, 1:00 PM, at the Palmer farm. 2-3/4 miles west and 1 mile north of Bladworth, SK. Offering 11 Red Angus yearling bulls, 23 Black Angus yearling bulls, 10 Black and Red Angus yearling heifers and 33 Charolais yearling bulls, most polled, some Red Factor. Top quality cattle with great pedigrees that will work. For catalogues or more info contact Velon Herback at 306-567-5545 or Larry Nielson 16TH ANNUAL KBJ Round Farms Bull at 306-734-5145 or the Sales Manager, By Sale, Monday, March 12, 2012 at Clyde, AB Livestock, 306-536-4261 or view catalogue at 1:00 PM. Offering: 102 bulls. 63 Black at www.bylivestock.com Angus yearling bulls, 31 Red Angus yearling bulls, 8 Angus 2 yr. olds. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Where the ARM RIVER RED ANGUS is celebrating Sale is Never Final.â&#x20AC;? All bulls CUP evaluat- 25 years supplying Angus bulls to western ed and semen tested. Contacts: Jim Round Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beef industry. We have yearlings 780-348-5638, Barry Round 780-348-5794 and 2 yr. olds for sale. 306-567-4702. View catalog www.cattlemanagement.ca REGISTERED PUREBRED Red Angus PRAIRIELANE FARMS LTD. heifers and cows. Proven calving ease and performance. Bulls turned out July 1st. th Royal Anchor Red Angus, Rosemary, AB. MUST SELL: Pine Drive Big Sky and Rito 403-378-4881, www.rarangus.eidnet.org Bull & Heifer SALE 2100 GDAR semen, $25 per dose, volume discount. 403-771-2696, Priddis, AB. SATURDAY APRIL 14, 2012 1:00 pm on the farm DURALTA FARMS 7th ANNUAL ANGUS 12 miles west of Souris, MB BULL SALE, Friday, March 16, 1:30 PM at CONTACT: the farm, Vegreville, AB. Selling 60 rugged Blaine Canning 204-858-2475 Red and Black Angus bulls. Wintering and Michael Canning 204-858-2457 delivery available. For catalogue or info. or visit website at JOHNSON LIVESTOCK 6th Annual Bull and call Dave Durie 780-208-4888 or T Bar C www.prairielaneangus.com Female Sale, on the ranch, Thursday, Cattle Co 306-933-4200. (PL #116061). March 15, Peebles, SK. 162 Black Angus View catalogue online: www.buyagro.com Bulls, 26 open heifers. Large sire groups of Final Answer, Bismarck, Four Season, SELECT NOW, get later. Superior quality Upward, Carbon Copy and Net Worth. For REGISTERED OPEN HEIFERS, have too DKF Red and Black Angus Bulls at DKF the latest info www.johnson-livestock.com many replacements. Too good to ship. 15 Ranch, anytime. Also at the Regina Bull Phone Andrew 306-736-7393. head at $1400 each. Moderate, deep, Sale Sunday, March 11th. Agent for sothick hair, very maternal. B-elle Red An- lar and wind water systems and calving 4- TWO YEAR old bulls, yearling bulls, 5 gus, phone 306-845-2557, Turtleford, SK. cameras. Contact Dwayne or Scott Fettes, yearling red bulls, 10 black registered Gladmar, SK, 306-969-4506. Email: evandglen@littleloon.ca 2 0 1 1 h e i fe r s . C a n a d i a n b l o o d l i n e s . 306-877-2014, 306-877-4402, Dubuc, SK. FLYING K RANCH BULL SALE, April 11, QUALITY REG. RED and Black Angus 2 www.belmoralangus.com 2012 at the ranch. 14 miles SW of Swift yr. old bulls. Easy calving, guaranteed SK. 70 plus yearling Red Angus breeders, performance data avail., semen PALMER CHAROLAIS/ NIELSON LAND Current, on offer, all performance, semen and tested, delivery avail. Wolf Willow Angus and Cattle Black and Red Angus Bull and bulls CUP ultrasound tested. Lots of heifer bull 204-821-5108, Rossburn, MB. Heifer Sale, March 5th, 1:00 PM, at the prospects. Contact us for more info or a Palmer farm. 2-3/4 miles west and 1 mile catalogue at: 306-773-6313 or email: WARDS RED ANGUS and BENLOCK north of Bladworth, SK. Offering 23 Black chanel@t2.net Farms Annual Bull Sale, March 3rd, Angus yearling bulls, 11 Red Angus year2012, SLS Saskatoon, SK. Starting 2:00 PM ling bulls, 10 Black and Red Angus yearling REGISTERED YEARLING BULLS. Easy Red and Black yearling and fall yearlings heifers and 33 Charolais yearling bulls, calving, semen tested, vet inspected, plus Black 2 yr. olds. For more info. call most polled, some Red Factor. Top quality guaranteed breeders, delivered. B-elle Clarke 306-931-3824, Tom 306-668-2125. cattle with great pedigrees that will work. Red Angus, 306-845-2557, Turtleford, SK. View catalogue online www.buyagro.com % ) !) )( $(') For catalogues or more info contact Velon Email: evandglen@littleloon.ca PUREBRED RED ANGUS HEIFERS, AIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d to (' (& ) $'') ('! Herback at 306-567-5545 or Larry Nielson at 306-734-5145 or the Sales Manager, By BRED HEIFERS and bred cows for sale, Hitch, Mar-Apr calving; Also 2 yr old preg checked, calving from April until July. bulls, suitable for cows; Heifer bulls also Livestock, 306-536-4261 or view catalogue Ph 306-287-3900, 306-287-8006 website: available. Y-Coulee, Frenchmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Butts, SK at www.bylivestock.com skinnerfarmsangus.com Englefeld, SK. 306-344-4993 (eves) 780-205-2283 (days) BRED HEIFERS and bred cows for sale, %! ) )* %& * %' %& * preg checked, calving from April until July. 75 YEARLING AND 2 yr. old bulls for sale. REGISTERED RED ANGUS yearling bulls, Ph 306-287-3900, 306-287-8006 website: Semen tested and delivered in the spring. semen tested, calving ease, guaranteed #)'')" * ''$* &(!* )& $ Bob Jensen, Leader, SK. 306-967-2770. breeders. Little de Ranch, 306-845-2406, skinnerfarmsangus.com Englefeld, SK. Turtleford SK. (# $) *("* %' GOOD SELECTION OF high quality 2 year DURALTA FARMS 7th ANNUAL ANGUS %"# * (&$)$* * (!!)&# %'* )"$ old purebred Black Angus bulls for sale. BULL SALE, Friday, March 16, 1:30 PM at the farm, Vegreville, AB. Selling 60 rugged David or Pat 306-963-2639, Imperial, SK. Red and Black Angus bulls. Wintering and BLACK ANGUS BULLS. Proven herdsires, delivery available. For catalogue or info. HEJ CHAROLAIS BULL SALE is Friday, easy calving, high performance bulls, se- call Dave Durie 780-208-4888 or T Bar C February 24th, 1 PM, Innisfail Auction (&*!(&)* " (&!% ("* *$# ) ')* (* ( men tested. Will keep until breeding. Ian Cattle Co 306-933-4200. (PL #116061). Mart. Offering 49 red, white and tan, powerful yearling bulls. Wintering and delivery McNinch 306-246-4544, Richard, SK. View catalogue online: www.buyagro.com available. All bulls semen tested. For cataPUREBRED BLACK ANGUS long yearling RED ANGUS BULLS on moderate grow- logues or info contact the Rasmussens bulls, replacement heifers, AI service. ing ration. Performance info available. 403-227-2824 or T Bar C Cattle Co. Meadow Ridge Enterprises, 306-373-9140 Adrian, Brian or Elaine Edwards, Valleyhills 306-933-4200, PL #116061, View the (&*#%''* or 306-270-6628, Saskatoon, SK. Angus, 306-342-4407, Glaslyn, SK. catalogue on-line at www.buyagro.com DOUBLE â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fâ&#x20AC;? CATTLE CO. 3rd Annual Bull Sale, March 23rd, Heartland Livestock, 1:00 PM, Prince Albert, SK. Selling 50 rugged Black Angus bulls and 45 elite black and baldy replacement heifers. Call Kelly Feige, 306-747-2376, 306-747-7498, OLE FARMS 7TH Annual Family Day Sale: www.doublefcattle.com 140 top Red and Black Angus 2 yr. old BLACK ANGUS BULLS FOR SALE, Yearbulls, 50 young Red and Black Angus bred lings and two year olds, semen tested, cows, 100 commercial Black Angus bred guaranteed breeders, delivery available. heifers. Monday, February 20, 2012, 1:00 skinnerfarmsangus.com 306-287-3900, PM at the farm. Athabasca AB. Phone 306-287-8006, Englefeld, SK. 780-675-4664. Web: www.olefarms.com 17TH ANNUAL Cattlemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Connection Bull Sale, March 2, 2012, 1 PM, Heartland Livestock, Brandon, MB. Selling 75 yearling Angus bulls. For catalogue or more SELLING: BLACK ANGUS bulls. Wayside Black call Brookmore Angus, Jack Hart, Angus, Henry and Bernie Jungwirth, info 204-476-2607 or 204-476-6696. Email 306-256-3607, Cudworth, SK. brookmoreangus@mts.net Sales Management Doug Henderson 403-350-8541 or 403-782-3888.

PUREBRED CHAROLAIS YEARLING and two yr old bulls. These bulls have quiet disposition, mostly polled and are white, tan and red. Delivery is available. Bar H Charolais, Grenfell, SK. Call: Kevin Haylock 3 0 6 - 6 9 7 - 2 9 0 1 o r L aw r e n c e H ay l o c k 306-697-2988 Email grenlock@sasktel.net

RED FACTOR CHAROLAIS BULLS, yearlings and two yr. olds, red, white and tans. Wheatheart Charolais, 306-882-6444, Rosetown, SK BELLEYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S END RANCH: Charolais bulls for sale, at the farm. Semen tested and delivered in April. Excellent hair coats and quiet dispositions. Contact Mark and Deb at 306-796-4651 or Nigel 306-759-7627, Central Butte, SK. PUREBRED CHAROLAIS BULLS. Wide selection of yearling bulls and some 2 yr. olds. Thick topped, hairy, good footed bulls with excellent disposition, white and tan. Call Stephen 306-279-2033, Creekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Edge Land & Cattle, Yellow Creek, SK. View bulls at www.creeksedgecharolais.ca BECK FARMS/ McCOY CATTLE CO. 3rd Annual Bull Sale, 1:00 PM, Sat., Feb. 25, Optimum Genetics, Regina, SK. Selling 100 Charolais, Hereford, Gelbvieh yearlings, 2 yr. old bulls. Free wintering, volume buyer discounts offered. www.mccoycattle.com Wade 306-436-4564, Chad 306-436-2086.

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150 Bulls Sell . . . . BENDER SHORTHORNS and Star P Farms will be selling 40 Shorthorn bulls, 2 yr. olds and yearlings, also replacement heifers, March 20, 2012, at the East Central Bull Power Sale at Yorkton, SK., Exhibition Grounds. Internet sale available DLMS www.dlms.ca Call Ryan 306-748-2876 or 306-728-8613, Neudorf, SK. Rayleen EAST CENTRAL BULL SALE, March 306-682-3692, Humboldt, SK. website 16th at Dryland Cattle Trading, Veteran, www.bendershorthorns.com AB. 40 Horned and Polled Herefords from 12 contributors. 403-676-2086 or email: 3RD ANNUAL BATTLE RIVER Shorthorn diamondt@netago.ca for catalogues. Bull and Female Sale, Saturday, March 10 at 1:00 PM at VJV Auction Market, Ponoka, AB. Selling a top selection of 2 yr. old and yearling Shorthorn bulls and a select group COMPLETE DISPERSAL SALE of bred of open yearling heifers. For info contact cows, bred heifers and calves. Delivery Ken Hehr 403-783-4350, Kirk Seaborn available. Dryden, ON. 807-220-1938 cell, 403-729-2267 or Don Savage Auctions DEXTERS BRED COWS, heifer and bull 807-938-0009 evenings. 4 0 3 - 9 4 8 - 3 5 2 0 . C at a l o g u e o n l i n e at calves, 1 and 2 year old bulls. www.donsavageauctions.com 403-845-5763, Rocky Mountain House, AB. PALMER CHAROLAIS/ NIELSON LAND and Cattle Black and Red Angus Bull and Heifer Sale, March 5th, 1:00 PM, at the Palmer farm. 2-3/4 miles west and 1 mile north of Bladworth, SK. Offering 33 Charolais yearling bulls, most polled, some Red Factor, 23 Black Angus yearling bulls, 11 Red Angus yearling bulls and 10 Black and Red Angus yearling heifers. Top quality cattle with great pedigrees that will work. For catalogues or more info contact Velon Herback 306-567-5545, or Larry Nielson at 306-734-5145 or the Sales Manager, By Livestock, 306-536-4261 or view catalogue online at www.bylivestock.com

8TH ANNUAL RANCH READY Bull Sale. 50 ranch raised Hereford bulls, March 22, 1:00 PM. New sale location: Heartland, Swift Current, SK. Catalogue online at www.braunranch.com Contact Craig Braun 306-297-2132 or Donnie Gillespie 306-627-3584.

SELLING 17 MONTH old Holstein Reg. bull. Dam V.G., sire Ashlar, sure breeder, GENUINE GENETICS Galloway Bull Sale, $1500. Harry Martens, Ph: 306-239-4902, March 31st, 2012, Red Deer, AB. Contact: cell: 306-222-0322, Osler, SK. Russell Horvey 403-749-2780. 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. M I L K Q U OTA A N D DA I RY H E R D S NEEDED Fresh cows and heifers avail. Total Dairy Consulting. Tisdale, SK. Rod York 306-873-7428, Larry Brack 306-220-5512.

GOOD SELECTION of stout yearling and 2 yr. old red and black Limousin bulls, good DAVIDSON GELBVIEH/ LONESOME disposition and calving ease; Also bred DOVE RANCH 23rd Annual Bull Sale on heifers. Qually-T Limousin, Rose Valley SK, Saturday, March 3/2012, 1:00 PM CST 306-322-4755 or 306-322-7554. Heartland Livestock Yards, Swift Current, SK. Complimentary lunch 11:00 AM. Pre- JAYMARANDY LIMOUSIN BULL SALE, sale viewing hospitality, Friday, March 2nd March 31, at 1:00 PM Sask. time, at HeartSelling 75+ PB yearling bulls, red or black. land Livestock Centre, Yorkton, SK. Two Performance semen tested. Catalogue and yr. olds and yearlings, black, red, and video www.davidsongelbvieh.com Vernon/ polled. Call 204-937-4980, 204-937-4384. Eileen 306-625-3755, 306-625-7863; YEARLING AND TWO year old polled LimRoss/Tara 306-625-3513, 306-625-7045, ousin bulls for sale. Red or black. Free dePonteix, SK. livery. Call Rhett Jones, Jones Cattle Co., 306-629-3200, 306-629-7878, Morse, SK.

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V&V FARMS 11th Annual Gelbvieh Bull and Female Sale, Friday, March 16, 1:00 PM at the farm, Redcliff, AB. Complimentary lunch at 11:30. Free delivery. Selling yearling Gelbvieh bulls and open purebred heifers. Red and black genetics on offer. Guest Consignor: Towerview Ranch. For info contact: Vern and Vivienne Pancoast 403-548-6678 or Don Savage Auctions BIG ISLAND LOWLINES Farmfair Int. 4 0 3 - 9 4 8 - 3 5 2 0 . C at a l o g u e o n l i n e at Premier Breeder. Fullblood/percentage, www.donsavageauctions.com Black/Red Carrier, females, bulls, red fullblood semen, embryos. 780-486-7553 POLLED YEARLING GELBVIEH BULLS Darrell, 780-434-8059 Paul, Edmonton AB. for sale, from our 33 year breeding program. Semen evaluations to be done in March. Winders Gelbvieh 780-672-9950, Camrose, AB. BEST SELECTION OF MAINE-ANJOU bulls. BLACK ANGUS AND GELBVIEH bulls, 2 yr. B r e e d e r s i n c e 1 9 7 0 . V i ew we b s i t e : SUNNY VALLEY SIMMENTALS Bull and olds and yearlings, will keep until spring. www.manitoumaineanjou.ca Gary Graham, Female Sale, Wed. March 7th, 1:00 PM, at Saskatoon Livestock Sales. 42 red, black 306-823-3432, Marsden, SK. Phone Earle at 306-997-4917, Borden, SK. and fullblood bulls and 10 replacement CANADIAN MAINE-ANJOU ASSOCIATION. heifers. For info. contact Wayne or Tyler at TWIN BRIDGE FARMS 1st GELBVIEH Power, performance and profit. For info on Bull Sale, Monday, March 19, 2012, 1:00 Maine-Anjou genetics 403-291-7077, Cal- 306-544-2651, Hanley, SK. View catalogue online: www.sunnyvalleysimmentals.com PM at the Silver Sage Community Corrals, gary, AB. or www.maine-anjou.ca Brooks, AB. Selling 50 yearling and 2 yr. old Gelbvieh bulls. Red and black genetics on offer. Guest consignors Jen-Ty Gelbvieh and Keriness Cattle Co. For info. contact: Ron and Carol Birch and Family, MINIATURE CATTLE FOR SALE: 2 cows, 2 403-792-2123 or 403-485-5518 or Don yearling heifers, 1 bull. Call 780-624-8595, Savage Auctions 403-948-3520. Catalogue Peace River, AB. online at www.donsavageauctions.com YEARLING GELBVIEH BULLS for sale. We specialize in both heifer bulls for light- NEW TREND SALERS Bull And FEMALE weight births and large bulls for cows. Ph: SALE, Thurs. March 15, 1:00 PM, Caluori 403-854-2474, WL Farms, Hanna, AB Pavilion, Olds, AB. Offering 30 Saler bulls, Saler cross Angus bulls, and a select group BECK FARMS/ McCOY CATTLE CO. 3rd of commercial and purebred females, open Annual Bull Sale, 1:00 PM, Sat., Feb. 25, heifers and cow/calf pairs. For catalogues Optimum Genetics, Regina, SK. Selling 100 or information contact Pete 403-650-8362, Charolais, Hereford, Gelbvieh yearlings, 2 W a y n e 4 0 3 - 8 7 6 - 2 2 4 1 , G e r r y yr. old bulls. Free wintering, volume buyer 403-936-5393 or T Bar C Cattle Co. discounts offered. www.mccoycattle.com 306-933-4200 (PL #116061). View the Wade 306-436-4564, Chad 306-436-2086. catalogue online at: www.buyagro.com SASKATOON GELVIEH BULL AND FEMALE SALE Friday, March 23rd, Saskatoon Livestock Sales. Call for catalogue or video 306-865-2929, 306-785-4714 or 780-581-4510 www.gelbviehworld.com

SALERS BULLS AND FEMALES, red or black, polled from Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top performance herd. Our goal is to provide genetics to make your herd more profitable! Call Ken at Sweetland Super Six Salers, 204-762-5512, Lundar, MB.

POLLED POLLED POLLED - Salers bulls for sale. Call Spruce Grove Salers, Yorkton, JOHNER STOCK FARM BULLS, polled Here- SK, 306-782-9554 or 306-621-1060. ford and Black Angus, 2 year olds and yearlings. David 306-893-2714 or Justin QUIET, EASY CALVING Reg. purebred red and black yearling bulls. Elderberry Farm 306-248-1305, Maidstone, SK. Salers, 306-747-3302, Parkside, SK. BECK FARMS/ McCOY CATTLE CO. 3rd Annual Bull Sale, 1:00 PM, Sat., Feb. 25, POLLED SALER BULLS, red or black, Optimum Genetics, Regina, SK. Selling 100 quiet, easy calving. Call Brad Dunn Charolais, Hereford, Gelbvieh yearlings, 2 306-459-7612, Ogema, SK. yr. old bulls. Free wintering, volume buyer discounts offered. www.mccoycattle.com Wade 306-436-4564, Chad 306-436-2086. 3 AND 4 yr. old mature Shorthorn bulls for 2 YEAR OLD AND YEARLING polled Here- sale. Proven breeders in excellent cond. ford bulls for sale. Select now and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll Two roans and one white. The perfect keep until you need them. Imperial, SK. choice for black cows. Contact Greg Phone 306-963-2414 or 306-963-7880. Tough, Hargrave, MB, 204-748-3136 or Monty Thomson 204-771-7205. www.crittendenbros.com

ASHWORTH FARM AND RANCH and Guest 9th Annual Bull Sale, Monday, March 5th, 1:00 PM at the farm, 8 miles South of Oungre, SK. Hwy #35, 2-1/2 miles East. Guest consignor Tessier Simmentals offering 60 red and black Simmental bulls. For catalogue or more info call Kelly Ashworth 306-456-2749, 306-861-2013; Duane or C o l i n Te s s i e r 3 0 6 - 9 6 9 - 4 5 0 7 , 306-869-7914 or Bouchard Livestock 403-946-4999. View catalogue online at www.bouchardlivestock.com BROOKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SIMMENTAL PRIVATE Treaty Bull Sale, polled fullblood yearlings bulls, first come first served. Catalogue can be viewed www.wix.com/brookssimmen tal/polled_fullblood Call Konrad 306-845-2834, Turtleford, SK.

50 Red Polled Simmental 40 Black Polled Simmental 15 Red & Black Simm/Angus 10 FB Flechvieh Simmental 35 Registered Red Angus 17 Open PB Females Free Delivery, Semen Tested, Sight Unseen Buyerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Program For more info or Catalogue Contact Lee (306) 928-4820 Dave (306) 928-2249 Jim (306) 928-4636 Email: mrl@sasktel.net View Catalogue @ mrlranch.com Performance + Calving ease bulls in every category

ROBB FARMS, HOEGL FARMS Bull Sale, Thursday, February 23, 2012, 1:00 PM MST, Lloydminster Exhibition Grounds. On offer: 72 red, black, and fullblood quality Simmental bulls. Bulls semen tested, fully guaranteed and delivered. For catalogue or more info. call Jay 780-205-0816 or Murry 306-825-5253. Catalogue can be viewed at www.bouchardlivestock.com RED, BLACK and Fullblood Simmental bulls. Thick, meaty, yearlings and two year olds. Semen tested, delivered and guaranteed. Reasonable prices. Sinclairâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Flying S Ranch, Spruce Lake, SK, 306-845-4440.

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BLACK AND RED South Devon bulls, yearlings, and 2 yr. old; also Angus/South Devon cross bulls. 403-566-2467, Duchess, AB., dmrranching@gmail.com PUREBRED AND FULLBLOOD BULLS, 1 and 2 yr. olds, North American registry. Ph after 7 PM, 780-724-4242, Elk Point, AB

THE DECISION IS still black and white! C a n a d i a n S p e c k l e Pa r k A s s o c i at i o n w w w. c a n a d i a n s p e c k l e p a r k . c a p h o n e 403-946-4635, Crossfield, AB. GET YOUR HERDSIRE EARLY. Good genetic bulls, two colored, one white with black points, one black. Semen tested. P r i c e d t o g o . Pictures on website www.doubleccks.ca Phone 780-942-3661 after 7:00 PM, Redwater, AB. GOOD CHOICE OF QUALITY 2 year old and yearling bulls. Semen checked. Will keep until April 15th. Check them out at www.parranch.ca Par Ranch, Neilburg, SK. Phone 306-823-4794, 306-285-3141 or (cell) 780-205-0719, 780-205-1668, Email: par.ranch@sasktel.net LOW BIRTH WEIGHT YEARLING and 2 yr. old speckle park bulls for sale. Semen tested. Will keep until April 15th. Wilf Sunderland, Paradise Valley, AB, 780-745-2694. REG. 2 YR. old Speckle Park bull program. 4 cross bulls left. Low birthweights. Good feet. Quiet disposition. 306-647-2704, Theodore, SK www.legacyspecklepark.com

SECOND CALVERS AND BRED HEIFERS all Red Angus cross, good quality, quiet. Bred Red and Black Angus, preg checked, due to calve April 1st, full health program. Castor, AB. 403-882-2590, 403-740-0288. 10 OPEN SIMMENTAL AND Simmental Red/Angus cross heifers, pick from 20. 306-762-4723, Odessa, SK.

TWO BELGIAN MARES, 2 yrs. old, quiet, and halter broke, $1000 each. Phone 306-268-4533, Bengough, SK.

YEARLING RED ROAN Mammoth jacks, handled since birth, Ivomec and farrier care up to date. Quality Mammoth donCATTLE FINANCING available for feed- keys. 204-535-2141, Baldur, MB. Can be er cattle and bred heifers/cows. Com- seen at www.bigearsdonkeyranch.ca petitive interest rates. Call Marjorie Blacklock, Stockmens Assistance FOR SALE: 3/4 Mammoth cross donkeys, $500 each. Yearling Jacks and Jennys. Corp., 306-931-0088, Saskatoon, SK. Phone 204-434-6132, Steinbach, MB. HERD REDUCTION: Selling up to 50 young cows, You pick out of a herd of 160, black, red and tans. Calving to start March 20th. $1500 ea. 306-528-2064, Nokomis, SK. BROKE TEAM OF mares in foal, 35â&#x20AC;? high; 250 RED ANGUS and Red Angus cross, broke team of geldings, 35â&#x20AC;? high; two 1 yr. plus 250 Black Angus replacement heif- old fillies; one 1 yr. old stud colt; one 7 yr. ers. No implants, all vaccinations, approx. old stud. 403-404-3094, Standard, AB. 800 lbs. Your pick at steer price. Ph Blaine 306-782-6022, 306-621-9751, Yorkton, SK 200 BRED ANGUS COWS, start calving May TEAM OF BLACK Percheron geldings, Ris1, 2012. Phone 306-335-7875, Lemberg, ing 4 year olds, $4000 for the team. Phone SK. 306-528-4431, Nokomis, SK. 30 COWS, 10 heifers, reds and tans, bred TEAM OF REGISTERED black mares, full Red Angus, to start calving March 10th; 2 sisters, 4 and 6 yrs. old, used for chores, Red Angus bulls. 306-278-2259, Prairie $4000/team. 306-493-8121, Delisle, SK. River, SK. HORSES WANTED: We pay top prices for horses, according to grade, delivered or pickup. Kerrobert, SK. 306-834-2965, 306-834-8281. WWW.ELLIOTTCUTTINGHORSES.COM 35 Plus years of training, showing, sales, clinics, lessons. Clifford and Sandra Elliott. Paynton, SK. Phone 306-895-2107. 2 YR OLD black Friesian/Haflinger cross; Buckskin Fjord/Standardbred cross; PerCOZY CAPS! Ear protection for newborn cheron gelding, 3 yrs. old; Team of 3 yr old calves! Ph. 306-577-4664, 306-739-2924, bay mares. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We raise what we sellâ&#x20AC;?. 306-682-2899, Humboldt, SK. Carlyle, SK. gerrybettywyatt@gmail.com 35 FANCY red/black Simm./Angus cross HORSES FOR SALE: We have kids poopen heifers out of leading herdsires- Skor nies, saddle horses, teams. We guarantee Simmentals and Hamilton Angus Farms. a l l o u r h o r s e s . 3 0 6 - 8 3 4 - 2 9 6 5 o r 800-950 lbs., born Feb./11, $1450- pick or 306-834-8281, Kerrobert, SK. $1400 all.587-794-4666 ext-112 Hanna AB TEAM OF BLACK Percheron cross mares, 87 QUALITY HOME Raised bred heifers 15.1 HH, broke to drive, in foal, $3500 for 39 blacks, 37 reds, 11 RBF. Bulls turned team. 306-743-2702, Langenburg, SK. out July 15 for 60 days. Full herd health protocol. Ivomec and Scourbos vaccinations. Call Howard 306-222-5271 or Brad 306-222-8853, Watrous, SK. WANTED: HORSE DRAWN sleigh, set up 60 BRED COWS, complete herd, mixed for unrolling round bales. Please call 519-367-2627 or 226-230-2587 or send breed. 306-752-4447, Melfort, SK. pictures to: bigred_farmer_@hotmail.com 20 FULLBLOOD MAINE heifers; 21 half blood Maine/Angus heifers; 21 Angus heifers. Angus bull out June 15th. 306-476-2252, Rockglen, SK.

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EQUINE THERAPY PRACTITIONER PROGRAM. Learn everything alternative for horses: chiropractics, herbs, muscle testing, nutrition, parasite programs, massage, energy work, and tack fit (more info 1-8 00-440-26 9 4. online). www.laodas-way.com Register at Location: at Valleyview, AB. w w w .rka n im a lsu pplies.co m 780-897-7711. Starts March 24th. Second program starts 110 GOOD QUALITY bred heifers for sale, Vanderhoof, BC in the fall. bred to easy calving Angus bulls, $1400/ea. Start calving April 10th, 2012. CANADIAN FARRIER SCHOOL: Gary Johnston, www.canadianfarrierschool.ca 780-835-3528, Fairview, AB. Email gary@canadianfarrierschool.ca 6 BRED HEIFERS, asking $1500 your Phone: 403-359-4424, Calgary, AB. choice, bred to purebred Red Angus bull. Also 56 bred cows, asking $1400 your TAKE YOUR HORSEMANSHIP skills from choice, March - May calving. Plumas, MB. good to job-ready with Lakeland Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Western Ranch and Cow Horse program. Call 204-871-7377. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll work with your horse every day and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll also learn about livestock diseases, beef production, rope handling and horse Learn more at Ag-Citing 2012 on NATURAL RAISED HEIFERS (preferable) care. 16 at the Vermilion campus. Phone or steers under 30 months, free of hor- March Rachel 1-800-661-6490, ext. 8579 or visit mones, antibiotics and never had grain. www.lakelandcollege.ca Looking for early maturing, easy fleshing, m o d e r a t e f r a m e B r i t i s h c a t t l e . CAIN QUAM SPRING HORSE CLINICS. 403-242-5530, Calgary, AB. Cutting Clinic, April 6, 7, 8. Colt Starting WANTED TO LE ASE: 40 to 50 cows. Clinic, April 20, 21, 22. Ranch Roping Clinic, April 27, 28, 29. Horsemanship Clinic, 204-564-2030, Roblin, MB. May 19, 20, 21. Kendal SK., 1 hr. east of WANTED: CERTIFIED ORGANIC calves, Regina. Indoor arena. Horses for sale. cull cows and breeding stock; Also wanted www.quamperformancehorses.com Phone cert. organic feed grain. Call Bryce 306-424-2034. 204-522-0842 leave msg., Pipestone, MB. WANTED: CULL COWS for slaughter. For bookings call Kelly at Drake Meat Processors, 306-363-2117, ext. 111, Drake, SK. WANTED: TEXAS LONGHORN cross yearling steers, no horns ok. Call 403-834-2640, Irvine, AB. CUSTOM GRAZING FOR 800 yearlings. Available June-Sept. Well managed paddocks, daily low stress care. Contact Sam and Janeen, eatreal@coolspringsranch.ca Phone 306-547-4252, Endeavour, SK. WOULD LIKE TO LEASE bred cows to calve April and May for 5-7 yrs. Will offer 30% guaranteed calf crop. Call for details 306-554-3198, Dafoe, SK.

WANTED: HORSE DRAWN JD high wagon and box. Must be shedded and in good shape. 204-859-2508, Rossburn, MB. NEW BUGGY, WAGON, sleigh, cutterwood and metal parts. Wooden wheel manufacture and restoration. Wolfe Wagons, Saskatoon, SK. Phone 306-933-4763 after 6 PM weekdays. Email rwolfe@sasktel.net GEORGEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HARNESS & SADDLERY, makers of leather and nylon harness. Custom saddles, tack, collars, neck yoke, double trees. www.georgesharnessandsaddlery.com Call 780-663-3611, Ryley, AB. THE LIVERY STABLE, for harness sales and repairs. 306-283-4580, 306-262-4580, Langham, SK.

TWO TEXAS LONGHORN heifers and 1 ORIGINAL EAMORE SADDLE #104, 15â&#x20AC;? L o n g h o r n c o w, b r e d L o n g h o r n . 2012 WILD ROSE Draft Horse Sale, May 4 s e a t , e x c e l l e n t c o n d i t i o n , $ 1 4 0 0 . and 5 at Olds, AB. Draft horses, tack, har306-677-7303, Hodgeville, SK. ness, collars and horse drawn equipment 204-487-7544, Winnipeg, MB. ALBERTA TEXAS LONGHORN Assoc. are welcomed consignments. This will in780-387-4874, Leduc, AB. For more infor- clude equipment, harness, tack and shoes YEARLING SIMMENTAL BULLS: Red and mation. www.albertatexaslonghorn.com from Eddie Freitag, Alameda, SK. Contact Black, moderate birth weights, lots of perBarb Stephenson 403-933-5765 or visit f o r m a n c e . B i l l o r V i r g i n i a Pe t e r s www.wrdha.com 306-237-9506, Perdue, SK. 10th ANNUAL WESTERN HORSE SALES LABATTE SIMMENTALS 32nd ANNUAL TOTAL HERD DISPERSAL. Polled Here- Unlimited, May 4th-5th, Saskatoon Live- WANTED: 20 TO 25 bred Purebred Dorper Bull and Female Sale, Fri., March 2, 1 PM, ford herd. Complete health program. stock Sales, SK. Now accepting entries, ewes. Phone: 204-281-1985, Minitonas, Johnstone Auction Mart, Moose Jaw, SK. 4 Bred heifers to 9 yr. olds, $1650 choice. deadline March 1st. For info, visit: MB. miles West of Moose Jaw on Trans Canada A p r i l - M a y c a l v i n g . R o s s B a r l o w www.pedersenhorses.com 306-436-4515 Hwy. Guest consignor: 3D Simmentals of- 306-567-3207, Davidson, SK. fering: 90 Simmental beef bulls (50 red 50 BRED COWS for sale in February on- CANDIAC AUCTION MART Regular Horse polled PB, 25 black polled PB, 15 fleck FB); l y. C a n c a l v e a n d p a s t u r e . C a l l Sale, Sat., Mar. 3rd. Tack at 10:30, Horses COMPLETE FLOCK DISPERSAL. Approx. at 1:30. Each horse, with the exception of 295 ewes, 75 ewe lambs, 3 rams, 7 ram 30 open PB heifers (red, black, FB). Cata- 306-432-4803, Lipton, SK. colts must have a completed EID. Go to lambs and guard dogs. Hardy NC Cheviot logues / info: www.johnstoneauction.ca Call: Barry LaBatte 306-969-4820, Dean 150 BLACK AND RED Angus, good quality, the website candiacauctionmart.com to Texel crosses. Bred to lamb late May. Schwartz 306-731-3850; Scott Johnstone young bred cows. Call: 306-773-1049, get the form. For more info contact $130,000. 306-327-4280, 306-327-4242, 306-424-2967. Swift Current, SK. 306-693-4715. PL #914447. Kelvington, SK.

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MANURE PIT DIGESTER. Natural liquid manure pit management product. Control harmful gases and foaming. No pit crust prevents fly breeding and rodent travel. Less pit agitation with better cleanout. Move available nutrients for your crops. Safe to handle and store. Cost effective program. Call 519-749-5488 or email: mosburgerfarms@hotmail.com Bright, ON WANTED: ALL BERKSHIRE pigs/swine, all sizes. 1-877-226-1395. Paying highest $$$. www.canadianheritagemeats.com BERKSHIRE, TAMWORTH CHESTER White boars and gilts. Nationwide delivery at cost. Troy 204-379-2004, 204-828-3317, 204-750-1493, 204-750-2759, St. Claude, MB. BRED GILTS FOR SALE, Berkshire and York, Also market hogs, live or processed. Call Earle at 306-997-4917, Borden, SK.

ATTENTION ELK PRODUCERS: AWAPCO is a proven leader in Elk meat sales. If you have Elk to supply to market, give AWAPCO a call today. Current price $7.50/kg hot hanging. Non-members welcome. Please email: info@wapitiriver.com or call 780-980-7589. ELK BREEDING STOCK Sales, yearling Jinnocks, bred cows, limited supply, top end genetics. Call Bob at 780-836-2689, Manning, AB. PRODUCER OWNED Canadian Prairie Bison is paying TOP DOLLAR FOR ELK to supply our growing markets. Give Roger a call before you sell, 306-468-2316.

THE CMGA AND SGBA are co-hosting ‘Opportunities and Challenges in Goat Production’, Mar. 30 and 31st in Regina, SK. Seminar topics include: Multi-species grazing; Feeding Market Kids; Parasite Control; Biosecurity and Using ultrasound in your herd! For more info and to register visit: www.canadianmeatgoat.com or call the CMGA office 306-598-4322. Registration due by March 15th. $75/attendee. ANDRES TRUCKING. Call us for a quote Discounted hotel rooms (book by Mar 1). today. 306-224-2088, Windthorst, SK. BISON WANTED - Canadian Prairie Bison is looking to contract grain finished bison for a growing market in Canada, US and SHAVINGS: Manufactured from kiln dried Europe. Paying top market $$ for all ani- Pine. Highly compressed 4’x4’x4’ bales that mals. For more information contact Roger hold 325 cu. ft. each. Makes premium Provencher, roger@cdnbison.com or quality bedding for large and small ani306-468-2316. Join our Producer-owned mals and poultry. Low dust, very soft and absorbent. Size, 3/4” and under. Call for bison company and enjoy the benefits. truck load quotes. Wholesale prices direct TOP PRICES for grain finished bison. from the plant. Can ship anywhere up to Phone Pieter at Carmen Creek Bison 60 bales per load. Call Tony 250-372-1494 403-215-2321, Calgary, AB. E-mail: or Ron 250-804-3305, Chase, BC, or web: pieter.spinder@carmencreek.com www.britewood.ca 38 EXCELLENT QUALITY bred cows and heifers. No culls. MFL Ranches, 403-747-2500, Alix, AB. 30 BRED 3 year old cows, your pick out of 100. 306-745-3344 cell, or 306-745-7452, Esterhazy, SK. B I S O N C A LV E S W A N T E D . P h o n e 306-646-7743, Fairlight, SK. ELK VALLEY RANCHES, buying all ages of feeder bison. Call Frank 780-846-2980, Kitscoty, AB or elkvalley@xplornet.com HERD DISPERSAL: 41 exposed cows and 2 breeding bulls, $2500 each. 306-843-7234, Rockhaven, SK. PURCHASING ALL AGES and classes of Bison. Prompt payment. Bruce, Youngstown, AB. 403-651-7972 or 403-779-2218. MANY BONE BISON CO-OP is a gov’t backed livestock loan guarantee program. Finance is avail. for bred or feeder bison. Call Tricia 306-885-2241. Also ask about the gov’t interest rebate for feeders. For Sask. Residents only. Sedley, SK. BISON AUCTION: SBA Premium Stock Bison Show and Sale, March 3 at 11 AM at Kramer’s Big Bid Barn, North Battleford, SK. This auction will showcase some of the finest Wood, Wood X, and Plains Bison in Western Canada! Sale will feature a large selection of breeding stock and commercial feeders. Supper and Social with a fun auction, Friday Night at 6 PM. Tickets available at the door. Call Brendan today to register to bid online or to book your orders, Kramer Auctions Ltd. North Battleford, SK. 306-445-5000, SKLD#116400. NORTHFORK- INDUSTRY LEADER for over 15 years, is looking for finished Bison, grain or grass fed. “If you have them, we want them.” Make your final call with Northfork for pricing! Guaranteed prompt payment! 514-643-4447, Winnipeg, MB. 2009 AND 2010 Pure Wood bulls. Winter pricing. Call Viking Bison 306-874-7590, Naicam, SK. BISON SPIRIT RANCH has for sale 1- 2008 registered Purewood bull, 1- 2006 Wood cross bull. Call Trevor 204-855-2707, 204-724-0523, Oak Lake, MB. 2009 BRED HEIFERS for sale, $2500/each. Call Jason at Clairside Bison 306-383-4094 Claire, SK. 2-MATURE BISON BULLS, 2002 and 2003. Handling facilities and equipment available. 204-638-2472, Grandview, MB. 8- 2011 BULL calves for sale. Phone Big Medicine Bison Ranch, 306-948-2808, Rosetown, SK.

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. ELK VALLEY RANCHES, buying all ages of elk. Ph Frank 780-846-2980, Kitscoty, AB or email elkvalley@xplornet.com 9 BULLS 2-9 years; 5 bred cows 2-10 years and 5 calves. Phone 306-825-4037, Lloydminster, SK.

EVERSPREAD 2009 HD manure spreader, 675 bu. tri-axle, used 160 HP tractor to run it. 1000 PTO, hyd. chain driven, exc. working cond., field ready, 425 11R22.5 truck tires, $39,500 OBO. Can deliver. 2 0 4 - 7 4 3 - 2 3 2 4 , C y p r e s s R i v e r, M B . www.cypresstruckandequipment.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. 24’ WINDBREAK PANELS and 24’ regular panels made from oilfield pipe; Also new rubber belting, 54” wide in 300 or 29’ rolls. Ph. Blaine 306-782-6022 or 306-621-9751 Yorkton, SK.

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2011 LUCKNOW 4 auger HD TMR, mixer feeder wagon, model 900. New, never used. Tandem axle, loaded, hyd. raise and lower discharge chute, scale. Can deliver $61,500. Cypress River, MB. 204-743-2324 www.cypresstrucksandequipment.com HIGHLINE 7000 HD BALE PROCESSOR, 1000 PTO, used 800 bales, for large or small bales, floatation tires, knife, $9250 OBO. 780-723-2646, Edson, AB. BALE KING R2000, right hand discharge, hyd. chute, exc. cond., $8000. 204-764-2448, Hamiota, MB.

AQUA THERM A pasture proven trough. Winter water problems? Solved! No electricity required. 3 sizes - 100, 200 and 525 ga l l o n . Ke l l n S o l a r, L u m s d e n , S K . 1-888-731-8882, www.kellnsolar.com 970 GEHL FORAGE WAGON, 750 cu. ft., 12.5Lx15”x6 wheels, shedded, field ready. $8900. 403-575-2401, Veteran, AB. FREEDSTANDING 21’ CORRAL PANELS, large variety of styles and weights for cattle, horse, bison, sheep, goats, mini horses. Prices $149, $159, $179, $199, $219, $239, $269, $289. Also 5.5’, 7’, 10’ light weight in a variety of styles and heights. Plus non climbing goat panels. Lots of heavier weight 10’ panels in a variety of pipe sizes and heights. Windbreak frames, $399. www.affordablebarns.com Jack Taylor, days or evenings, 1-866-500-2276. BALE PROCESSOR REM 3600R, new condition, $7000. Ron 306-384-4512, Saskatoon, SK.

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1-8 00-8 03 -8 3 46 FROSTFREE NOSEPUMPS: Energy free solution to livestock watering. No heat or power required. Prevents backwash. Grants available. 1-866-843-6744. www.frostfreenosepumps.com FARM KING #85 rollermill, magnets elec. 7 HP, 230 motor, 4” fill auger, approx. 50 bu./hr.; Lewis cattle oiler w/hitch and wheels, used very little; JD 200 stack wagon w/extra chain converter. Paradise Valley, AB, 780-745-2410, 780-205-2410.

PAYSEN CATTLE HANDLING SYSTEM, ORGANIC GOLDEN FLAX SEED for sale. with 48’ adjustable alley way, tub and 306-338-3335, 306-592-2251, Wadena, squeeze w/headgate, neck extender and SK. palpitation gate, only 4 yrs. old. Asking $13,500. 306-796-2144, 306-796-7550, Central Butte, SK. WANTED: ORGANIC CALVES, Stockers from 600- 900 lbs. Also producers remember to certify cows and calves for 2012. Kelley 306-767-2640, Clem 306-862-7416, Ted 519-868-8445, Zenon Park, SK.

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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 and rodeo equipment. Distributors for Cancrete concrete waterers, El-Toro electric branders and twine cutters. Our squeeze chutes and headgates are now available with a neck extender. Phone 306-796-4508, email: ple@sasktel.net website: www.paysen.com 2008 HAYBUSTER 2650 bale processor, big tires, best processor made, $13,000 firm. 306-344-4978, Frenchman Butte, SK. NEW HI-HOG SQUEEZE chute w/neck extender; New Hi-Hog portable loading chute GALLAGHER WEIGH SYSTEM, like new w/transport. 306-538-4487, Kennedy, SK. animal weighing and data collection sys- www.parksidefarmandranch.com tem. Includes TSI indicator and Supur HD hydraulic squeeze chute loadbars. Ph Heavy Duty 24’ PANELS, WINDBREAKS, bale feeders, calf shelters and more for 780-385-8866, Viking, AB. sale. Inquire: 403-704-3828, Rimbey, AB, PTO DRIVEN ROLLING MILL, 250 bu/hr. or jchof@platinum.ca 306-376-2132, 306-221-8500, Meacham, BULL CLIPPING CHUTE made from a Mr. SK. Squeeze, $800 OBO. Can email pics. RENN FEED MIXER 1316, 4 auger, good ivan@prettyview.net or call 306-563-5099 cond. Have brackets etc. to convert to an Canora, SK. electric driven stationary unit. $8500 OBO. 780-499-5990 cell, Legal, AB. BALE KING BALE SHREDDERS: 3000 for $7000 or 3110 for $10,500. Excellent s h ap e . W i l l i n g t o t r a d e fo r c at t l e . 403-308-4200, Arrowwood, AB.

1997 JD 7810 MFWD, 3PTH, 9900 hrs., 60% rubber, clean solid tractor; 2004 Case/IH RBX 562 round baler, extra wide and hyd. PU, very nice cond., $59,000 for both or will sell separate. Phone Blaine at 306-621-9751, 306-521-0207, Yorkton, SK

SOLAR WEST portable pumping stations; MORAND livestock equipment; Portable windbreaks; Custom built panels and gates. Delivery available. 1-866-354-7655, http://ajlivestock.mystarband.net PORTABLE WINDBREAKS, $550 for 30’ or $400 for 25’ portable fence panels. All made from 2-7/8” drill stem. We deliver anywhere. 306-581-9217, Lumsden, SK. T U B E - U L ATO R BA L E S I L AG E b a g g e r, $3000. Myrnam, AB. Ph: 780-366-3982.

1993 IHC NAVISTAR feed truck, 43,000 kms, IHC 466 eng., auto trans., new recap tires c/w 2002 Knight 3050 feed box, commercial grade heavy augers, hyd. slide unload gate, scales both sides read out as well in the cab, 500 cu. ft. mixing capacity, 10,000 lb. rolled grain. Excellent condition! Always stored inside! $42,000. Call Jordan anytime 403-627-9300, Pincher Creek, AB.

ROLLER MILLS, new and rebuilt for sale. SILAGE BUNKS, 4’x20’ long, $500/ea. Have Call 306-682-4347, 306-231-3439 cell, 9 of them. Call 306-421-1915, Estevan, SK. Humboldt, SK. MORAND CALVING PEN $1800, electric EQUIPMENT FOR SWINE BARN for sale. calf warming box $50, calf squeeze $50, Concrete and plastic pen dividers; con- Frost free nose pump $150. Clayton crete feeders; concrete and plastic floor Farms, Calgary, AB. clayfarm@abnet.ca or slats; farrowing crates. Call 403-742-6548 403-999-4453. or 403-740-3226, Stettler, AB. 20’ GOERTZEN gooseneck horse trailer; Real Industries portable cattle handling system; Brand new Tuff calving pen; 10 portable feed bunks; 2011 JD 568 baler. Call 306-342-4737, Battleford, SK.

W OW CONTERRA ARENA RAKE for ATV’s and quads. Excellent for arena, ground and shelter belt maintenance. Starting at $1995. Conterra manufactures over 150 attachments. Call 1-877-947-2882 or view on-line www.conterraindustries.com HAYBUSTER 256 PLUS II, excellent cond., $5500. Phone 306-869-7971, Radville, SK. 1994 IHC, single axle, c/w 490-14 rotomix feed box in good condition. 403-795-2850 for details, Coaldale, AB. NET WRAP! NET Wrap! Net Wrap! Top quality wrap, great pricing, free delivery. C a l l t o d a y t o s e c u r e y o u r o r d e r. 306-227-4503, Saskatoon, SK. CALL YOUNG’S EQUIPMENT Inc. for all your livestock equipment needs. Regina, SK. 1-800-803-8346, Ask for Ron or Kevin. CATTLE SQUEEZE for sale, Hi-Hog headgate, left hand delivery and joined dual door palpation cage, $3500. Assiniboia, SK. 306-642-4003.

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. Apollo Machine, 306-242-9884 or 1-877-255-0187, www.apollomachineandproducts.com HARSH 350 FEED mix cart, $6,000; Roorda feed cart, $2000; Haybuster 256+2 bale shredder, $6000; NH 500 bu. spreader, $8,000; Meyers 550 spreader, $11,900; 12’ truck feed body, $1500; Henke 36” roller mill, $5000. Call 1-866-938-8537.

NORSOL CONTROLS, Model DWR-F-1A, 5 only; Model CVS-12H, 15 only; Model DVS-23HA, 2 only; Model PMV-1, 2 only; Model WR-P-1A-2, 1 only. No reasonable offer refused. Call Joe 780-837-8120, 780-837-2920, 780-837-8360, ext. 121 or 151, Falher, AB.

80 IDEAS, plus layouts, for low cost onem a n c at t l e c o r r a l s , 1 5 0 d i a g r a m s . www.OneManCorrals.com HAYBUSTER H1000, rebuilt L10 Cummins eng. 300 HP, 500 hrs now. New: triple disc 14” PTO, augers, chains, sprockets, bearings, new floor and walls in discharge auger housing, new: conveyor belt, Duratech electronic governor etc. Mounted on HD triple axle trailer, c/w all screens and grain hopper, $48,000. Paul 780-877-2161 res, 780-608-7527 cell, Meeting Creek, AB ATTENTION LIVESTOCK PRODUCERS: 5 bar panels, 30’; 30’ windbreak panels; 30’ silage bunks; 30’ all steel grain troughs; 30’ bale shredder bunks; 20’ Texas gates and round bale feeders. Weld on and bolt on clamps for sucker rod and pipe, 3/4” to 3-1/2”. Will build equipment to your specs. Delivery available. Authorized dealer for feed box, pellet and grain feeders. Also handle complete line of wood and steel fence posts and rough cut lumber. Authorized dealer for Sakundiak grain bins. We manufacture hopper cones. Phone: 306-538-4487, K e n n e d y, SK. www.parksidefarmandranch.com 2007 KUHN 2054 vertical beater manure s p r e a d e r, t a n d e m a x l e , hy d . p u s h , $24,900. 306-561-7733, Kenaston, SK.

MALE WIDOWER SEEKS female companion in her 70’s. I live in a medium sized urban setting in Southwest Sask. I am 81, 5’11, 190 lbs., in excellent health, energetic, semi-retired. I like sports, reading, computer construction research and am active in the community. Non smoker. Please reply to: Box 5564, c/o Western Producer, Saskatoon, SK S7K 2C4. WHITE MALE LIVES on a small mixed farm, soon to retire. 5’6” tall, 180 lbs., divorced, kind, honest, likes farm life, loves country music, some dance, travel, likes live theatre and dining out. Seeking a lady from farming background, age 65 to early 70’s with nice personality and similar interests. Maybe together we could do the fun things that couples do. If compatible would consider a committed relationship and relocating. Box 5566, c/o Western Producer, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 2C4.

MALE 50, 6’6”, 150 lbs., European background, farmer w/part-time job. Never married, no children, Christian RC, sincere, sensitive, caring. Enjoys: Nature/outdoors, downhill skiing, reading. Looking for single woman in her 40’s, wanting permanent relationship, leading to marriage, with simiECOCERT CANADA organic certification lar character traits and interests. Photo apfor producers, processors and brokers. Call preciated, will answer letters. Box 5556, the western office 306-873-2207, Tisdale, c/o Western Producer, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 2C4. SK, email rusty.plamondon@ecocert.com PRO-CERT ORGANIC SYSTEMS Royalty SEMI RETIRED, 60 yr. old single, attracfree organic certifier. Family owned, expe- tive, white male, 6’, 175 lbs., smoker and rienced, affordable. Phone 306-382-1299 social drinker, living on nice farm in Edor email info@pro-cert.org Saskatoon SK. monton area. Interests incl. country muORGANIC PRODUCERS ASSOCIATION sic, dancing, rodeos, antiques and travelof Manitoba Cooperative (OPAM) Non- ling. Well traveled to winter resorts. profit, member owned organic certification Seeking attractive, slim, well proportioned body. Certifying producers, processor and white female btwn. 50 and 65 yrs. for brokers since 1988, Miniota, MB. Contact companionship. Prefer female from farm background. Reply to with recent photo 204-567-3745, info@opam-mb.com and phone number. Box 5565, c/o WestCANADA ORGANIC CERTIFIED by OCIA ern Producer, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 2C4. Canada. The ultimate in organic integrity for producers, processors and brokers. Call SINCERE, SINGLE, SECURE, Attractive Ruth Baumann, 306-682-3126, Humboldt, male. SK farmer/rancher, German roots. SK, rbaumann@ocia.org, www.ocia.org Seeks single female, around 28 years, who loves God, children, nature, horses, dogs and farm life. Love, family, lifetime relationships/partnership/matrimony offered. WANTED: ORGANIC FEED - wheat, Regina area preferred. All letters anbarley, rye and oats for immediate de- swered. Box 5561, c/o Western Producer, l i v e r y . G r o w e r s I n t e r n a t i o n a l Saskatoon, SK, S7K 2C4. 306-652-4529, Saskatoon, SK. WANTED: ORGANIC hard red spring wheat and durum, for immediate d e l i v e r y . G ro w e r s I n t e r n a t i o n a l , 306-652-4529, Saskatoon, SK. YELLOW BLOSSOM SWEET CLOVER seed, cert. organic, cleaned, bagged. Borden, SK, SWM ESTABLISHED, financially secure 306-652-7095, 306-961-7122 cell farmer, fit, NS, SD, 5’11”, 195 lbs. I’m carM&M ORGANIC MARKETING is buying: ing, kind hearted, active, enjoy golfing, feed wheat, feed flax, organic oats (milling camping, dining out and all outdoor acand feed), feed peas, soy beans, feed bar- tivities. Looking for fit, honest lady under 61 yrs w/similar interests. Please reply ley. 204-379-2451, St. Claude, MB. w/photo (if avail.) and ph. number. Box ORGANIC GRAIN MARKETING AND 2006, c/o Western Producer, Saskatoon, INFORMATION MEETING. The North- SK. S7K 2C4. west Sask. Organic Group invites all Transition and Certified Organic Producers to our 4th Annual marketing and info meeting at the WDM in Saskatoon, SK Saturday, March 3, 2012 from 1 PM to 5 PM. Grain buyers on hand so bring your samples, IT’S NOT EASY Being Single. Love Is hear our speakers. Coffee and snacks on Possible... Camelot Introductions is a us. Call Dean at 306-384-1024. Please call successful Matchmaking Service serving MB and SK. All clients are interviewed in to confirm attendance. person. We have 18 years experience and ORGANIC SEED: cert. Vimy flax, yellow have matched 1000’s of people. Interpeas, high yield feed barley, large green views in Regina and Saskatoon are being l e n t i l s , h i g h g e r m . a n d 0 d i s e a s e . held March 2nd to 4th. Call now to book 306-259-4982, 306-946-7446, Young, SK. your appointment with award winning HAY AND GRASS bales, flax, wheat and Matchmaker: 204-888-1529. Must be non-smoker and able to pass criminal barley straw, 4x4 and 3x4 bales, delivery available. 403-223-8164 or 403-382-0068, check. www.camelotintroductions.com Taber, AB. PSYCHIC READING by Jessica. Helps in ORGANIC CLEANED SEED wheat, newer all problems! Call for free reading. Call variety; Organic cleaned seed oats, newer 305-335-9490. va r i e t y, we i g h s 4 4 l b s . p e r b u s h e l . 306-445-4850, North Battleford, SK.

TRADE AND EXPORT Canada Inc. now buying feed oats, flax and feed peas. Quick pay. Contact Lorna 1-877-339-1959. GT2006 GOPHER TRAPS by Lees TrapWANTED: BUYING ORGANIC screenings, w o r k s L t d . S e e t h e m i n a c t i o n a t delivered. Loreburn, SK. Prompt payment. www.leestrapworks.com $17 each. Call SILVER STREAM SHELTERS: 30x72 sin- 306-644-4888 or 1-888-531-4888 ext. 2 306-677-7441, Swift Current, SK. gle steel frame cover kit, $4700; 38x100 truss, $11,900. Replacement tarps for any brand, patch kits, rope webbing and ratchSHAMROCK SEEDS (2006) LTD ets. Call 1-877-547-4738.

2007 LUCKNOW M2260 vertical mixer feed wagon, twin screw and scale, $32,000 LAYDEN FEED GRINDING AND MIXING OBO. 306-531-8720, Lipton, SK. SYSTEM, 20 HP hammermill, one ton horizontal batch mixer with load cells and STEEL VIEW MFG.: 30’ portable wind- Micro ingredient scale system, scale readbreaks, HD self-standing panels, silage/ out with control panel. Open to offers. hay bunks, feeder panels. Quality portable 780-385-8866, Viking, AB. p a n e l s at a f fo r d a b l e p r i c e s . S h a n e BRANDT BALE SHREDDER in working 306-493-2300, Delisle, SK. condition, $4000 OBO. 780-352-4388, MORAND MATERNITY PEN, Roper calf cra- 780-387-6356 cell, Falun, AB. dle, Sommerville squeeze chute, metal calf shelters, bale feeders, back scratchers, etc. WANTED TO PURCHASE: Used cattle scale, complete. 780-998-5483, Ardrossan, AB. Call 403-884-2358, Halkirk, AB.

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Accepting updates on old crop balances: organic peas, lentils and flax. Prompt payment, timely deliveries. Please contact Tanya @ 306-249-4151 or email:info@shamrockseeds.com for pricing and delivery information. Shamrock Seeds is a licensed and bonded Grain Dealer centrally located in Saskatoon, SK.

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COONHOUND PUPS, black and tan for sale, ready to go, $100. 306-773-9092 Stewart Valley, SK.

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IRISH WOLFHOUND/GREYHOUND cross puppies, 5 months old. Great predator control, friendly disposition, good w/kids, $300. 780-927-3797, Ft. Vermilion, AB.

REGISTERED BORDER COLLIE pups, black and white, aggressive working stock, first shots. 780-846-2643, Kitscoty, AB. 12 SUITE APARTMENT BLOCK, southPYRENEES PUPS, born Oct. 9th, 2011. west SK. Sale Price $669,000. Contact Raised w/sheep by working parents. All Greg Belof 306-525-3344, NAI Commershots. 306-285-3639, fadavif@sasktel.net cial Real Estate (Sask) Ltd. or email gregb@naisask.com BLUE HEELER PUPS ready to go, from real good working parents, 2 red females. 780-785-2521, Cherhill, AB. GREAT PYRENEES FEMALES, raised with sheep, first shots, vet checked. Born Nov. UKC REG. AMERICAN PITBULL TERRIER 15th, ready to work, $350. 403-843-4365 pups, 2 males, 1 female, first shots, vet evenings and weekends, Rimbey, AB. checked, asking $800, available now. 403-664-2265, 403-664-0671, Oyen, AB. KELPIE PUPPIES have arrived, black and tan, working bloodlines; Conrads Ruby Roo ENGLISH MASTIFF REG. puppies, fawns, by Urricelquis Smoke, $800. Bill or Shirley silver fawns, apricots. Vet checked, first Conrad, 250-428-0554, Creston, BC. shots, dewormed, microchipped. Camrose, AB. 780-679-4248. ALASAKAN MALAMUTE PUPS, CKC reg., guaranteed health for a year, first shots, dewormed twice and tattooed, born Oct. 2, CENTRAL WATER & EQUIPMENT Services 2011. Call 780-723-6345 Kokamal Kennels Ltd. Portable Pump and Pipeline Sales, or go to www.northerndogs.net Edson, AB. Service and Rentals. www.centralwater.net Local phone: 306-975-1999, Fax: 306-975-7175, Toll free 1-800-561-7867. WOLF CROSS PUPPIES, 2 males, 4 females, ready to go, vaccinated and vet checked. 780-383-3805, Warspite, AB. CHESAPEAKE RETRIEVER PUPS, born June 7, 2011. 3 females. Great hunting companions, good with kids, $100 ea. 780-658-3984, 780-603-0626, Viking, AB. 17 ACRES LAKESHORE property on Burns Lake, BC. 10 minutes from town. Shared 1400’ grass runway, 3 bdrm, 2 bathroom home w/carport and garage, detached 24x32 shop, asking $495,000. Call for more info or pictures, 250-692-4330.

2009 LINDAL CEDAR HOME backing on to regional park golf course and overlooking Wakaw Lake, SK. 780-679-5640.

2 FEMALE ST. BERNARD pups, first and second shots, dewormed and vet checked, born Aug. 29, 2011. Have both parents to view. Jolene 403-882-2421, Castor, AB. 3 YR. OLD female ST. BERNARD, $400. Call for website. 306-822-2085, La Loche, SK. CHOCOLATE LAB PUPPIES, Vet checked, first shots, $350. 306-962-4436, 306-962-7568, Eston, SK.

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SOUTH PEACE COUNTRY: Certified organic land for sale, 135 acres mixed hay, 25 acres in heavy Aspen bush. Full line of older equipment also for sale. Two additional quarters available in the future. 780-356-2352, Valhalla Centre, AB. FARMLAND NEAR BEISEKER, AB. 152 acres with option to purchase adjoining 151 acres. Mostly 2H soil, $2800/acre. MLS #C3495880. Call Verlin Rau, Discover Real Estate Ltd., 403-852-6459, Beiseker, AB. FLAGSTAFF COUNTY Central Alberta Seven quarters mixed farm near Heisler, AB. Home half has pipeline revenue. Phone 780-889-2126.

RM OF GREAT BEND: 1703 acres with 1503 acres of good cultivated grain land. Just north of Radisson, close proximity to the Yellowhead Hwy. Priced to sell! MLS ®394405. Call Roger Manegre, Re/Max of the Battlefords, 306-446-8800, North Battleford, SK. www.remaxbattlefords.com

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PEACE RIVER NE, 200 plus cow/calf pairs; BC border 500-600 cow/calf pairs; GRIMSHAW with 100 cow/calf pairs; FORT ST. JOHN, 300 plus cow/calf pairs; Central PEACE, 400-450 cow/calf pairs; DAWSON CREEK, 500 cow/calf pairs; CHETWYND, 1000-1200 cow/calf pairs. Call: Albert Dallaire at Royal LePage Casey Realty, 780-625-6767, Peace River, AB. ALBERTA LAND FOR SALE: HANNA: 3300 acres of which 2389.29 acres is deeded land and 959 acres is lease land. (#1850, Barry Lowe). OYEN: 2 sections deeded land: one section: 183 acres, borders Hwy #9; other section has yardsite w/power to property. (#1814 Stan). HANNA: 4000 sq. ft. home, 160 acres w/1 mile of lake frontage, shop, corrals, turnkey business with two 640 sq. ft. fully furnished cabins. (#1811, Barry Lowe). BOW ISLAND: One section pivot irrigated land, pole barn, $2,500 gas revenue. (#1576, Walt). BROOKS: Cash crop farm (hay/canola) #1 soil, 4 homes, large shop with storage bays, comes w/land, buildings, equip. (#1756, Ben). SK: 34,500 acre ranch, 5 miles river frontage, organic farm status, 1000 cow ranch, 2000 acres farmland, 471 acres irrigation, 3 modern homes, corrals, etc. (#1853, Ben). Farm & Ranch by Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Signature Service, www.canadafarmandranch.com or phone 1-866-345-3414. GOV’T PASTURE LEASE, 1532 acres, 295 AUM, $7000 gas royalties, $190,000. Phone 780-405-1924, Lac La Biche, AB. Email: grandell@monarchins.com LOOKING TO CASH RENT pivot irrigated land for forage production prefer Strathmore/ Brooks, AB. area, but would consider all areas; Also want to CASH RENT DRY LAND for alfalfa production east of Hwy. #21, north of Hwy #1. Will consider buying established alfalfa stands as well. Long term lease preferably. 403-507-8660. bschmitt@barr-ag.com 27 ACRES, TWO minutes West of Leduc on Hwy. #39. Perfect for an agricultural business. High traffic count. Close to Nisku and Edmonton International Airport, $759,000. www.darcypowlik.com. Call Darcy Powlik, 780-446-9700, Re/Max Real Estate-Leduc. 1) 1600 ACRE RANCH, great yardsite, west of Edmonton. 2) Deluxe recreational 160 acres, log home, 2 cabins, log shop and barn, revenue, gravel deposits, 2 creeks, Clearwater River frontage, west of Caroline, must see. 3) Deluxe 700 cow/calf ranch, spring water, land all attached, surface lease revenue, gravel deposits, great yardsite, private and exclusive. 4) Have active buyer for Alberta land. Don Jarrett, Realty Executives Leading, Spruce Grove, AB, 780-991-1180. 153 ACRES OF good fertile growing soil close to Leduc, AB. Located on RR 263 between Hwy #39 and Glen Park Rd. RR 263 will soon be paved, $659,000. Call Darcy Pow l i k , R e / M a x R e a l E s t at e - L e d u c , 780-446-9700. www.darcypowlik.com HALF SECTION, comes with complete set of buildings. Cow/calf operation. Phone: 780-727-2919, Evansburg, AB area. UNLIMITED POSSIBILITIES, 134 acres, 20 min. from Edmonton Int. Airport, property borders small lake. Treed yardsite, includes well maintained buildings, 1392 sq. ft. bungalow, mobile home, 2 barns (1 heated), 2 quonsets (1 heated), cattle shed, bins. 780-387-4461, Millet, AB.

LOOKING FOR LAND to cash rent or purchase in RM’s: Miry Creek #229, Riverside #168 and RM of Pittville #169. Would prefer Cabri area. Large or small parcels considered. For more info please call: Path Head Farms Ltd., 306-587-7531, Cabri, SK. RM OF DUFFERIN #190: Accepting offers to purchase NE-14-20-26-W2 and NW-14-20-26-W2. Both quarters are cert. organic since 2000 crop year (Pro-Cert). Tenders to close midnight Feb. 24, 2012. Buyer is responsible to pay GST, if applicable. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Please mail tenders to: Dan Hager, 8068 West Coast Road, Sooke, BC. V9Z 1C9. Phone 250-858-7665. HALF SECTION of farmland, located approx. 35 miles East of Saskatoon. NE and NW12-36-1-W3rd. Serious inquiries only. 780-967-3963, cell: 780-913-0136 FOR SALE BY TENDER: SW-32-27-19-W3, RM Snipe Lake #259, 160 acres assessed 55,600. Submit written tenders c/o Land Tender, Box 159, Macrorie, SK, S0L 2E0. Possession date January 1, 2013. A 10% deposit is due upon acceptance of the successful bidder plus a letter of confirmation of financing or funds available from financial institution by September 1, 2012, with a balance due November 1, 2012. Highest or any bid not necessarily accepted, and the right is reserved to reject any or all bids. Tenders accepted until midnight March 15, 2012. For further info call 306-962-4623 or 306-882-3881. LAND FOR SALE: RM of Torch River. Close to lakes and hunting, on paved highway. NE25-52-20-W2, NW19-52-19-W2. Phone: 306-343-0288, Saskatoon, SK.

RM OF HOODOO- Offers being accepted on a 3 quarter block adjacent to Hwy. #2. S W- 3 2 - 4 3 - 2 6 - W 2 ; S E - 3 2 - 4 3 - 2 6 - W 2 ; NW-29-43-26-W2. Offers to be submitted to Land for Sale, 3 Mitchell St., Saskatoon, SK. S7H 3E9. Highest or any offer not necessarily accepted. Inquiries call: 306-374-6915 or 306-373-3277. RM OF PADDOCKWOOD NO. 520: 7 quarters in a block, 715 acres cultivated. Property borders Provincial forest, 30 min. to Prince Albert, 20 min. to Candle Lake. Call 306-961-4632 for more information. RM EDENWOLD 158 S-1/2-27-20-17-W2 near town of Edenwold. 93,300 assess., 210 acres cult./ 75 acres pasture w/spring fed water. 2500 bus. steel bin. Organic certified since 2010. MLS ®415385 and ®415389. Herman Moellman, Re/Max Crown Real Estate Ltd. Regina, SK, 306-791-7681. hmoellman@remax.net MINERAL RIGHTS for quarter section east of Prince Albert, 20 miles from the diamond activity, $20,000. 306-752-9620 eves, Melfort, SK. bezi.aa@sasktel.net LAND FOR CASH RENT: RM 405 and 435. Box 5556, c/o Western Producer, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 2C4.

HALF SECTION FARMLAND near Cabri, SK. NW- and NE-18-21-19-W3, 2 gas wells, planned expansion for 2 more. 5 yr. gas income at current rates $24,725. 5500 bu. grain storage on site. Located directly north of Shackleton, about 15 min. west of Cabri. Farm belonged to Frank Widdifield (now deceased). Will consider all offers submitted on or before March 16, 2012. Highest or any bid not necessarily accepted. Call James 403-990-6804. FARM FOR SALE: Near Osler, SK. Located NW5-40-4-W3, farm is 130 cultivated acres with 30 acre yard, comes with 1000 sq. ft. bungalow house, 40x60 heated shop, 40x80 cold quonset storage, 24,000 bushels of bin space, corral space with 5 water bowls and small pasture. Farm has Saskatoon water. All offers to be submitted to: McDougall Gauley, Barristers and Solicitors, PO Box 638, Saskatoon, SK. S7K 3L7, Attention: Ray Wiebe. Deadline for submitting an offer shall be March 2, 2012. The purchaser shall be required to pay a deposit of 10% to McDougall Gauley within 7 days of the acceptance of any off e r. F o r v i e w i n g c o n t a c t B r a d a t 306-222-7199. The highest or any offer need not be accepted. LAND FOR SALE. The Public Guardian and Trustee of Saskatchewan as property guardian for Royce Church, will accept bids on the following: SW 28-45-7-W3, RM of Blaine Lake No. 434; PT. SE 3-46-7-W3, RM of Leask No. 464. Property will be sold in “As Is” condition, with the exception of the chattels listed below. No minerals included in the sale. Land has been organically farmed and there is currently a clover crop on the land. Sealed bids, clearly marked “Church Tender”, should be received in our office by Monday February 27, 2012 accompanied by a deposit of 10% of the bid in the form of a money order or certified cheque to the address below. (Deposits will be refunded except for that of the successful bidder). 4 Weststeel Rosco bins and a Case 930 tractor located on SW 28-45-7-W3 are not included in the sale of the property. These chattels have been arranged to be sold by auction on March 24, 2012. Successful bidder of SW 28-45-7-W3 will be required to allow access onto the property for the removal of the bins and tractor by May 31, 2012. Machinery and equipment not sold at auction will remain on the land and become the property of the successful bidder. The highest or any bid not necessarily accepted. Public Guardian and Trustee of Saskatchewan, 100 - 1871 Smith Street, Regina, SK, S4P 4W4, Fax: 306-787-5065. For further info. contact Ryan Bates at 306-787-8115 or email: ryan.bates@gov.sk.ca RM OF SPIRITWOOD- New Price. 160 acres with a family home, 104 cult. acres w/approx. 90 acres tame hay, remaining acres is yardsite, bush and slough. Fully fenced and cross fenced. MLS® 416994. Call Shawna Schira-Kroeker, Re/Max of the Battlefords 306-441-1625 or 306 446-8800, North Battleford, SK.

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RANCH AND AGGREGATE: South central SK. ranch for sale in beautiful Touchwood Hills. 400-500 head cow/calf operation with good handling facilities, good aggregate income, rotational grazing with lots of water. Managed properly, the aggregate will pay for the ranch. Call 306-531-8720. FARMLAND FOR SALE by Tender: NW and SE-4-28-26-W3; NW and SW-3-28-26-W3, RM 290; and NE-33-27-26-W3, RM 261, grain bins on property not included. Purchasers must rely on their own research and inspection of property when preparing an offer. Tenders are not to include GST or value added tax. The highest or any offer will not necessarily be accepted. Tenders together with a 10% deposit must be received by 4:00 PM, March 2, 2012. Mail tenders to: S. Clark, Apt. 19B, 80 Galbraith Drive SW, Calgary, AB, T3E 3H2. For more info call 403-260-3545. SOLD, SOLD, SOLD: After selling approx. 30,000 acres over the summer I need farm and ranch listings. If you are considering sale of your property please consider John Cave with Edge Realty Ltd. 306-773-7379. WANTING TO BUY good Sask farmland to lease or rent out. Phone 306-383-2304.

RM PERDUE #346, 160 acres for sale or cash rent, SE-06-35-11-W3, 1/2 summerfallow. Highest or any offer not necessarily accepted. For more info please call Greg 306-656-4550, 306-493-7871, Harris, SK. WAKAW EAST, close to Wakaw Lake, SK, 1274 sq. ft. bungalow, built 1976, exc. cond., garden area, fruit trees, 40x80 steel quonset, heated 14x20 workshop, good hunting and fishing, greenhouse, 1 mile off hwy #41, $320,000; WAKAW EAST, 1 mile to Wakaw Lake, High assessed land. good yard site, 1740/2 sq. ft. home, 5 bdrm, very well kept, good water, 18x22 heated shop, garden area, excellent hobby farm, recreation area, good hunting and fishing, $255,000. Del Rue, 306-242-8221, Royal LePage, Saskatoon, SK. RM INVERGORDON. Close to Wakaw Lake, 516 acres, good grain growing land, E and F soil, good well sheltered yard, 1064 sq. ft. bungalow, 50x80’ quonset, 2 car garage, all appliances, renter in place, $439,000. Del Rue 306-242-8221, Royal LePage, ruede@sasktel.net Saskatoon, SK. w w w. d w e i n . c a R M O F H A R R I S ; S1/2-32-33-12-W3, 280 acres cultivated, Elstow silty clay. FMV assessment 88,200. Asking $139,900. Dwein Trask, Century 21 Fusion, 306-221-1035, Saskatoon, SK. LAND FOR RENT. Due to other business interests any or all of approx. 1200 acres cult. land is available in the Aylesbury, SK. district. Call Cliff Luther 306-734-2997. SELLING/ BUYING all sizes of Sask. farmland. Serious buyers, lease back options possible. Confidentiality assured. For more info or questions call David Kalynows k i , C e n t u r y 2 1 F u s i o n , S a s k at o o n . 306-222-6796, dkalynowski@gmail.com WANTED TO PURCHASE a grain farm or farmland, prefer southeast or east central Sask. Phone 306-861-4592, SK. 37 QUARTERS RANCHLAND, 20 minutes east of Cold Lake at Pierceland SK. Terrific land base in one block, 5 deeded and 32 lease quarters. Abundance of springs and creeks with Beaver River along South 7 quarters. Contact Wendell Johnson, 306-839-4435. ELMSTHORPE, OVER 5000 acres, will suit either application, ranch or grain; 1 quarter pasture near Regina; 8.69 acreage 1/2 hr. west of Regina. Call Brian Tiefenbach, 306-536-3269, 306-525-3344, NAI Commercial Real Estate (Sask) Ltd.

NEW LISTING: Quarter section with beaut i f u l a n d p r o fe s s i o n a l ly l a n d s c ap e d farmyard with a 1500 sq. ft. bungalow. Only 15 miles North of Regina, SK. off Hwy. #6. Island kitchen, dining room, living room w/natural gas fireplace, three bdrms, 1 full bath, one 1/2 bath. Finished basement with two bdrms, 1/2 bath, TV room, family room and cold storage. Outbuildings include: Double detached garage w/heated workshop, hip roof barn, quonset, fuel shed, lumber shed, chicken house, greenhouse and two storage sheds. Perfect for horse lovers. For more details call Reg Forster, 306-731-2556, Santana Realty Ltd., www.regforster.com FARMS, RANCHES, ACREAGES AND DEVELOPMENT PROPERTY. Check out our website to view all of our listings: www.remaxbattlefords.com or email: r.manegre@sasktel.net for a complete list of inventory. Call Roger Manegre, Re/Max of the Battlefords, 306-446-8800, North Battleford, SK.

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* La n d s Bra n ch m a y co n sid er a cceptin g a b id o n a sm a ller pa rcelo f la n d . Bid d ers ca n in d ica te the la n d s they a re in terested in ten d erin g o n if n o tin terested in ten d erin g o n the en tire pa rcel. ** Perm ittee respo n sib le fo r fen ce m a in ten a n ce. N o co m pen sa tio n fo r fen cin g. 1. T en d er p erm itfo rm s a re lo ca ted a tyo u r n ea res tS a s ka tchew a n M in is try o fAgricu ltu re Regio n a l Office. S p ecific co n d itio n s a p p lica b le to the p a rcel a re a va ila b le b y co n ta ctin g T im F eis t, L a n d Agro lo gis t, a t(306) 862-1789 a n d /o r em a il: tim .feis t@ go v.s k.ca . 2. S ea led ten d ers m a rked “ Ten d er Perm it” m u s tb e received b y 1:30 p.m ., M a rch 6 , 2012, a tthe T is d a le S a s ka tchew a n M in is try o fAgricu ltu re Regio n a l Office, Bo x 148 0 o r 1105 – 9 9 S treet, Tis d a le, S a s k a tchew a n , S 0E 1T0. Fa x: (306 ) 8 78 -8 8 10. 3. S a s ka tchew a n M in is try o fAgricu ltu re res erves the rightto w ithd ra w a n y la n d s fro m the ten d er a ta n y tim e. 4. A s ho rt-term p erm itd o es n o tco n vey a n y fu rther co n s id era tio n in the fin a l d is p o s itio n o fthe la n d . 5. W here n o a ccep ta b le b id s a re received , the la n d m a y b e a va ila b le im m ed ia tely a fter the ten d er o p en in g, a ta m in im u m a ccep ta b le b id . 6. M u n icip a l ta xes a re the res p o n s ib ility o fthe s u cces s fu l ten d erer a n d m u s tb e p a id im m ed ia tely u p o n receivin g n o tifica tio n tha ta ten d er ha s b een a ccep ted . This a m o u n t is in a d d itio n to the ten d ered a m o u n t. 7. S u cces s fu l ten d erers m u s tp a y S a s ka tchew a n Agricu ltu re the fu ll a m o u n to fthe ten d ered p rice im m ed ia tely u p o n receivin g n o tifica tio n tha ta ten d er ha s b een a ccep ted . 8. Acrea ges a s s ta ted a re a p p ro xim a te. Bid d ers m u s trely o n their o w n p ers o n a l in s p ectio n o fthe la n d . 9. S u cces s fu l ten d erers m u s tha ve lega l a cces s to the la n d o r w ritten a greem en ts fo r cro s s in g a d jo in in g la n d s .

GORGEOUS FARMYARD w/MATURE landscaping and trees. 1400 sq. ft. bungalow situated on an 18 acre farmyard. Natural fireplace and laundry room on main floor. Basement has a family room w/bar, bdrm, bathroom, workshop and lots of storage. Double detached insulated garage w/breezeway. Huge tree coverage, shrubs, flower bed and garden. Outbuildings include: hip roof barn (needs new roof), 40x80 metal quonset, heated workshop, garden shed and other storage buildings. Commuting distance to Regina approx. 25 miles north on Hwy #6. For more details call Reg Forster at 306-731-2556, Santana Realty Ltd. www.regforster.com 80 ACRES PASTURE in Pipestone Valley, 10 miles south of Whitewood, SK. Phone 306-949-8674 evenings. Q UARTER SECTION FARMLAND. 30% fenced pasture, 70% cult., w/tree line, coulees and wildlife. Great night views of Swift Current, SK. (20 min. away). 6 miles north of Waldeck, K-9 school, just off TransCanada, $125,000. 250-877-7884. TIM HAMMOND REALTY RM 063 Moose Mountain, 3 quarters of productive grainland with oil surface lease south of Carlyle, 427 cult. acres, total assessment $138,000 (avg. $46,000/qtr). Additional 7 quarters with buildings available. Asking $450,000. Exclusive. Guy Shepherd 306-434-8857 http://Brown.TimHammond.ca

RM OF SPIRITWOOD. What an opportunity for someone to purchase a 1532 sq. ft. home w/full basement. Lots of hickory cabinets. 28x28’ heated attached garage w/9’ ceiling. Outdoor wood burning heater with electric backup. Situated on 320 acres (fully fenced) with 30 acres are open. Located 12.5 miles NE of Spiritwood in the heart of great hunting and fishing. MLS® 418802. Also looking for grain and pastureland in all areas. Call Lloyd Ledinski for more info viewing, Re/Max of the Battlefords, 306-446-8800 or 306-441-0512, N o r t h B at t l e fo r d , S K . V i ew we b s i t e www.remaxbattlefords.com AUCTION- 3 QUARTER sections of farmland, SE-17-25-7-W2, RM of Garry #245, yardsite with power and gravel deposit; NE-17-25-7-W2, RM of Garry #245; NW19-25-6-W2, RM of Orkney #244. Brian Procyshen Farm Equipment Auction on Saturday, April 21, 2012. Yorkton, SK. area. Visit www.mackauctioncompany.com for sale bill, photos and video. 306-421-2928 or 306-487-7815, Mack Auction Co. PL 311962. RM OF SPIRITWOOD: Home quarter is nestled on the shores of Larson Lake. 13 quarters deeded, two lease. All quarters in a block, all completely fenced (4 wire), natural water (creek) running through all quarters and cross fenced for rotational grazing. There is also an older cabin along the lake. This is a very unique property. MLS® 407945. Call today for more info., Shawna Schira- Kroeker, Re/Max of the Battlefords 306-441-1625 or 306 446-8800, North Battleford, SK

TIM HAMMOND REALTY- FOR RENT near Truax/Avonlea, 32 quarters in RM #100. 14 quarters cult., (approx. 1700 acres), 18 quarters seeded grass/alfalfa (13 being fenced), 5 quarters seeded forage. Nice block, total assessment over $1M. Call Roy Hjelte 306-761-1499 before Feb. 8 deadline. LAKE DIEFENBAKER: 640 acres of native and tame grass with full set of buildings. RM 256: 640 acres of tame hay/grass. John Cave, Edge Realty Ltd, Swift Current, John Cave, Edge Realty, 306-773-7379, www.farmsask.com Swift Current, SK. SK, 306-773-7379. www.farmsask.com RM ST. PETER #369, NW31-38-19-W2 and ACCEPTING OFFERS TO purchase NW and NW36-38-20-W2. Sale to high bid, no right NE-23-24-22-W2. 309 acres (285 cult). of first refusal. Bids to Weber and Gasper 13,100 bu. grain storage (6600 hoppered, Law Office, Box 1030, Humboldt, SK. S0K 6500 flat bottom, 10,500 aeration). Power 2A0. Bids close March 1st, 2012. Ph. located at the bin yard. Land is adjacent to 306-682-5038; For info. 760-731-2901. the Town of Strasbourg, close to Last Mountain Lake, 45 minute drive North of RM WINSLOW #319. Accepting offers Regina. Tenders close midnight February for cash rental: S-1/2-3-32-19-W3, 320 29th, 2012. Highest or any tender not neccultivated acres, E-1/2-4-32-19-W3, 280 essarily accepted. Mail tender to Box 458, cult. acres, SW-1/4-12-32-20-W3, 160 Strasbourg, SK. S0G 4V0, 306-725-3702 or cult. acres. Written tenders accepted until email: s.r.frizzell@sasktel.net February 29, 2012. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Mail tenders to: TIM HAMMOND REALTY RM #92 near P.O. Box 241, Plenty, SK. S0L 2R0. Moosomin. 1280 acres w/610 cult. acres, 625 TG/pasture acres, 45 other acres and oil surface lease. Total 2011 assess. $334,700 (avg. assess. $41,837/qtr). 1180 30 22 Quarter sq. ft. bungalow (1983), 4 bdrm, 2 bath, Sections includes 12,850 bu. bins and livestock facilities (100 head). Asking $1,120,000. Call Alex Morrow 306-332-4161 MLS #420278. http://Shire.TimHammond.ca 6 QUARTERS FARMLAND for sale east of Yorkton, SK. Have renter in place for 2012 In R.M. #99 & R.M. #71 crop year. $900,000. Call 780-888-1258.

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WANTED TO RENT OR purchase farmland in RM’s or 281, 251, 252 or adjoining. All replies kept in confidence. Box 5562, c/o Western Producer, Saskatoon, SK S7K 2C4 FOR CASH RENT: 7 quarter sections grain land, RM of Sutton #103. 306-693-7396, Moose Jaw, SK. FARM/RANCH/RECREATION, Buying or Selling, Call Tom Neufeld 306-260-7838, Coldwell Banker ResCom Realty.

HIGHLY ASSESSED GRAIN LAND: 800 acres in RM 230 being sold by tender. For details please call John Cave, Edge Realty Ltd., 306-773-7379, Swift Current, SK. www.farmsask.com MINERAL RIGHTS. We will purchase and or lease your mineral rights. 1-877-269-9990. cndfree@telusplanet.net MLS# 419291: BEEF OPERATION w/newer corrals and wind shelters, calving facility, modern butcher shop, and newly renovated 2048 sq.ft., 3 bdrm home. Situated on a 1/4 section near Southey, SK. An additional 6 quarters of leased hayland/pastureland is also available. Contact Rick Roland, Royal LePage Regina Realty. email: rroland@sasktel.net 306-591-0163

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FREN CHM AN RIV ER AREA RM KELVINGTON near Round Lake one quarter of land w/house, 30x60’ shop tha tco u l d a cco m m o d a te w/tools and mig welder, older barn, 80 300-400 hea d ca ttel . acres pasture w/new fence, 80 acres alfalPlea s e ca ll M a rcel a t403-350-6 8 6 8 fa 1 yr. old, c/w 1995 Ford tractor, FWA, 95 HP, lots of extras. Great hunting area, M a rcel L eBla n c Rea l Es ta te In c. right beside Route 66, $225,000. 306-272-7715, Kelvington, SK. FOR RENT: RM of Griffin 1/2 section of farmland, approx. 300 cultivated acres, loIRRIGATION SWIFT CURRENT, SK area, cated south of Hume, SK. 306-842-6188. 2 quarters w/2 pivots, rebuilt Valley pivots Tri-drive. Chem fallow, ready to go. Phone RM BLAINE LAKE. Approx. 5280 feet of Russ 250-808-3605. river frontage, estimated to have 300,000 RM OF LAIRD. Good access, $72,000 as- yards of gravel. 781 acres of grazing land. sessment, full cultivation. Don Dyck, All fenced. Pump house (insulated and heated) with 6 watering troughs. Priced as Re/Max North Country, 306-221-1684. an investment property because of the rivRM ABERDEEN LAND. 3 quarter sections er frontage and gravel. Seller will sell any west of Aberdeen, 1 with pivot irrigation, portion or all as a package. MLS® 393713. 2 adjoining with good assessment. Call Call Roger Manegre, Re/Max of the BattleD o n D y c k , R e / M a x N o r t h C o u n t r y, fords, North Battleford, SK, 306-446-8800, www.remaxbattlefords.com 306-221-1684, Warman, SK.

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‘08 JD 9870 STS

‘08 JD 9630T

‘10 JD 9670 STS

‘09 JD 9770 STS

592 sep. hrs, 20.8R42 duals, high cap. feed.

1280 hrs, 36” tracks, deluxe comfort.

230 sep. hrs., 520/85R42, chaff, chop.

376 hrs., premier cab, 600/65R28.

275,700

(M)

318,000

TRACTORS 08 JD 9630T, 1409 hrs, Xenon HID lights, 36”tracks .....................................$318,000 (M) (2) 09 JD 9630, 1336 hrs up, diff lock, 800/70R38 pkg .................... $315,000 up (M,MM) (2) 09 JD 9530, 1355 hrs up, diff lock, 800/70R38 ............................... $298,750 up (MM) (2)10 JD 9430, 900 hrs up, diff lock, 710/70R42 ............................... $282,000 up (M,RM) 10 NH T9040, 555 hrs, 800/70R38 duals, diff lock, autosteer.....................$260,400 (MM) 09 JD 9430, 1649 hrs, diff lock, 710/70R38, del comfort ...........................$283,785 (MM) 07 JD 9430, 2260 hrs, diff lock, 710/70R42 ................................................$258,500 (MJ) 10 JD 7830, 1363 hrs, MFWD, 710/70R38 duals, intelli manage ...................$155,400 (M) 09 JD 7830, 1317 hrs, 800/70R38, MFWD, w/746 ldr ..................................$165,800 (MJ) 07 JD 7830, 418 hrs, 520/85R42, MFWD ....................................................... $157,000 (R) 11 JD 7230, prem, 1113 hrs, 520/85R38, MFWD ...........................................$136,900 (M) 04 JD 7320, 3750 hrs, MFWD, w/741 ldr ..........................................................$83,300 (R) 10 JD 7330, 773 hrs, MFWD, 520/85R38, w/741 ldr ....................................$145,100 (MJ) 06 CIH MX275, 1670 hrs, 480/90R54, deluxe cab.......................................$140,000 (MM) 02 JD 7610, 6178 hrs, 16spd PQT, 18.4-38,540/1000 ......................................$51,900 (R) 92 JD 4255, MFWDm pwrshft, 520/85R42........................................................$50,600 (A) 92 JD 4960, 4457 hrs, MFWD, 520/85R42, duals..............................................$47,000 (A) 98 JD 7610, 8200 hrs, MFWD, w/ 2000 JD 740 Ldr ..........................................$62,900 (R) 07 JD 6430, 5325 hrs, MFWD, w/JD 673 Ldr ....................................................$74,900 (R) 03 NH TM155, 5600 hrs, Frt Whl Dr, w/Buhler 2895 Ldr ................................$54,000 (RM) 83 Steiger 280, 555 hrs, 4 hyds, 20.8R38, Cat 3406 Eng....................................... $26,000 75 JD 4230, 12155 hrs, 2 hyds, 725 Ldr, new 18.4x34 ....................................$18,600 (M)

COMBINES (3) 10 JD 9870, 392 hrs up, duals, heavy duty final dr ...........................$331,300 up (MJ) (2) 09 JD 9870 STS, 468 hrs up, 520/85R42 dual ................................. $309,800 up (MM) (10) 08 JD 9870 STS, 419 hrs up ......................................... $272,300 up (M,MM,MJ,S,W) 07 JD 9860 STS, 670 hrs, 800/70R38, w/615PU ............................................$271,100 (M) 10 JD 9770 STS, 335 hrs, 480/70R30, premier cab ........................................$301,300 (S) (14) 09 JD 9770 STS, 253 hrs up,premier cabs ....................$266,500 up (A,MM,RM,S,W) (4) 08 JD9770 STS, 393 hrs up , premier cab ..................................$243,400 up (M,MJ,S) (4) 07 JD 9760 STS, 1150 hrs up, prem cab, 800/70R38 ........................$213,600 up (MJ) 06 JD 9760 STS, 1419 hrs, HID lites, heavy duty, sm wire con ...............$195,500 up (MJ) (5) 05 JD 9760 STS, 1301 hrs up, spdr, 800/65R32 ....................$166,600 up (M,MJ,MM) (5) 04 JD 9760 STS, 1761 hrs up, sprdr,chop...................................$147,500 up (MJ,S,W) 03 JD 9750 STS, 1933 hrs,900/60x32,chop,ch/s ............................................$144,000 (R) 01 JD9750 STS, 1964 hrs, sprdr, chop, 20.8R38,20’ aug ............................$138,400 (MM) (4) 11 JD 9670 STS, 244 hrs up, 480/70R30 ............................................ $304,900 up (M) (3) 10 JD 9670 STS, 230 hrs up, premier cab .................................$275,900 up (M,MJ,W) 07 JD 9660 STS, 755 hrs, deluxe cab, 800/65R32, sprdr,chop .......................$212,000 (R) (2) 06 JD 9660 STS, 969 hrs up, chop, ch/s,heavy duty ......................$186,900 up (R,RM) 05 JD 9660 STS, 1411 hrs,800/65R32, topper w/roll tarp ..............................$172,000 (S) (2) 05 JD 9660W, 1869 hrs up, deluxe hdr ctrls ....................................... $126,500 up (M) 98 JD 9610, 3153 hrs, 20’ aug, 30.5x32,dual range cyl................................$72,600 (MM) 97 JD 9600, 1855 hrs, 30.5x32, dual range cyl, ch/s ....................................$82,700 (MM) 95 JD 9600, 2530 hrs, 30.5x32, dial spd, ch/s ..................................................$59,300 (S) (3) 97 JD CTS, 1810 hrs up, dial spd, chopper ........................................ $52,300 up (A,M) 96 JD CTS, 2884 hrs, dam, 30.5x32, dual range cyl .........................................$56,900 (S) 94 & 95 JD CTS, 2360 hrs up, 30.5X32,ch/s ........................................... $54,500 up (M,S) 04 CIH 8010, 1350 hrs, deluxe cab, w/ 04 CIH 2016-14’pu ...........................$190,500 (W) 08 CIH 7010, 700 hrs, 28L-26, duals ,w/Swathmaster PU .............................$245,000 (W) 05 CIH 2388, 1145 hrs, w/CIH 2015-14’ pu, specialty rotor...........................$163,500 (W) 05 MF 9790, 899 hrs, w/MF4200 PU, w/Swathmaster 14’pu .........................$151,900 (S) 05 Cat 570R, 1080 hrs, 500/85R24, w/Lexion P524- 14’ ............................$144,000 (MM) 00 CIH 2388, 2068 hrs, 30.5x32, w/ CIH 810 13’ pu .......................................$109,900 (S) 99 JD CTSII, 2619 hrs, dam, 30.5x32, dial spd .................................................$67,800 (A) 99 CIH 2388, 2794 hrs, 30.5x32, w/99 1015 8 belt pu......................................$91,000 (S) 98 CIH 2388, 2304 hrs, 30.5x32, w/1015 pu plat..............................................$91,000 (R) 97 CIH 2188, 2872 hrs, 30.5x32, w/1015-12’ hdr .............................................$66,800 (S) 94 JD 9500, 2210 hrs, 30.5X32, 2-’aug, dial spd,f/a.........................................$53,900 (R) 86 CIH 1660, 3255 hrs, 24.5x32, w/CIH 1015-12’ PU .......................................$19,500 (S)

SPRAYERS 11 JD 4830, 650 hrs, 100’, 20” nozz, swathpro ..............................................$293,900 (A) 09 JD 4730, 200 hrs, 100’, 20”, deluxe cab ................................................$244,500 (MM) (2) 06 JD 4920, 1469 hrs up, 1200 gal, 380/105R50 ............................ $221,500 up (M,R) (2) 08 JD 4930, 844 hrs up, 120’, 20”noz space ................................... $275,500 up (R,W) (2) 09 JD 4830, 1122 hrs up, 100’, SS 15”, 5 sensor ............................ $245,000 up (M,R) 10 JD 4830, 656 hrs, 100’, 20” nozz, 380/90R46, radar .................................$294,200 (A) 03 JD 4710, 2140 hrs, 800 gal, 380/90R46, Uc4 Norac, boom controller ....$150,300 (MJ) 05 Apache 1010, 1239 hrs, Raven boom, 90’, 380/80R46 ..............................$127,100 (A)

(M)

283,000

(M)

PLATFORMS (10) 11 JD 635F, auger composite fingers .................................................... $56,900 (MJ) 09 JD 630F, 1537 hrs, aug comp fingers ....................................................... $39,500 (MJ) (4) 04 JD 635F, HH sensing, stub lights ....................................... $27,200 up (A,MJ,R,RM) (5) 08 JD 635F, aug composite fingers ...........................................$37,500 up (MM,MJ,R) (9) 09 JD 635F, air reel, good knife, long guards.............................$43,300 up (MJ,MM,R) (4) 10 JD635F, AWS air reel....................................................................$52,800 up (A,MJ) 06 MacDon 974-30’, 5 batt plas finger pu reel, skid shoes ..............................$49,500 (R) (2) 05 HoneyBee SP30, gauge whls, Hart cart pu reel, f/a ...............................$42,000 (R) 07 HoneyBee SP30, CIH Adapt, UII PU............................................................ $41,500 (MJ) 01 HoneyBee SP36, new knife bar, rollers, bearing, UII split reel .................... $38,200 (M) (2) 02 HoneyBee SP36, one 9600 hookup, & 9610 .....................................$34,700 up (M) 03 HonyBee SP36, fits 60 series, dble knife dr, pea auger ...........................$42,800 (MM) 05 HoneyBee SP36, dble knife, UII split reel, upper cross ............................... $49,400 (M) 06 HoneyBee SP36, f/a, pea auger, 50 series hookup ......................................$51,900 (A) (4) 07 HoneyBee SP36, transport, f/a......................................... $53,500 up (MJ,RM,S,W) 08 HoneyBee SP36, UII 6 batt plast, end strut gauge whls............................ $51,650 (MJ) 09 HoneyBee SP25, AWS air reel, trans/gauge whls, f/a ................................. $61,000 (M) 07 HoneyBee SP42,cross aug, header height ctrl............................................$51,900 (W) (2) 09 JD 630D, single knife, skid shoes ........................................................$51,800 (RM) 07 JD 635F, Hdr height sense, stub lights, aug comp fingers ........................ $34,100 (MJ) (3) 09 JD 635D, poly tine pu reel, skid shoes......................................$62,400 up (MJ,RM) (4) 10 JD 635D, poly tine pu reel, road trans w/lites......................$65,600 up (MJ,MM,W) 11 JD 640 draper, dual dr, skid shoes ..............................................................$80,300 (M) 05 JD 936D, skid shoe, multi pt hookup,road trans w/lites ..............................$30,500 (R) (7) 08 JD 936D, poly tine pu reel,road trans w/lites ..................... $42,900 up (MM,RM,W) 04 MacDon 963 36’ header, gauge whls........................................................ $40,300 (MJ) (5) 05 MacDon 963, variety of options .............................................. $42,000 up (M,RM,S) (2) 03 MacDon 972, 60 series hookup ................................................... $37,100 up (S,W) (3) 05 MacDon 973,36’ pu reel ........................................................... $48,500 up (M,S,W) 08 MacDon D50, 30’, Ca 20 adapt, pea auger f/a ..........................................$55,400 (RM) 06 MacDon D60, f/a, 60 series adap, trans ......................................................$58,800 (M) (3) 08 MacDon D60,35’, single knife dr, trans pkg ........................... $62,900 up (MM,R,W) (11) 09 MacDon FD 70, 35’ & 40’, slow spd trans................................... $73,000 up (A,M) (2) 10 MacDon FD70, 40’, dble knife....................................................... $74,200 up (M,R)

HAYING EQUIPMENT 06 & 08 NH 1475 Moco, w/2316 16’ header, rubber ........................... $24,900 up (A, MM) 97 JD 566, 31x13.5, push bar, Hyd pu lift ........................................................$17,800 (M) 99 JD 566, push bars, hyd pu, gauge whls .......................................................$17,500 (R) 01 JD 567, hyd pu, push bars, sur wrap ...........................................................$23,000 (A) (4) 03 JD 567, push bars, hyd pu lift ................................................ $18,000 up (M,MM,S) (4) 05 JD 567,6000 bles up, push bars, hyd pu ...................................... $17,400 up (A,M) 04 NH BR780, bale comm., net wrap, 1000 pto ................................................$18,700 (A) (5) 11 JD D450, 74 hrs up, w/ JD 635 draper, HID lites .......................$167,000 up (R,RM) 10 JD A400, 315 hrs, hydro,w/896 19’aug hay .................................................$93,500 (R) 09 BH H8060, 275 hrs,w/36’ HoneyBee Hdr, UII PU ....................................$138,000 (MM) 06 Challenger SP85B Wdr, 565 hrs,30’ plat dble swath................................$69,500 (MM) 96 HoneyBee SP25 windrower,dble swath,dble knife .....................................$20,200 (M) 09 HoneyBee WS30,UII 5 batt,dble swath,single knife ....................................$41,500 (W) 07 HoneyBee WS30, 5 batt UII PU, dble swath, dble knife ............................. $41,000 (MJ) 06 HoneyBee WS36, trans, gauge whls, f/s ................................................... $37,700 (MJ) 07 JD 4895 Windrower, 934hrs, w/07 HB WS30 & 05 JD 896-14’hay ...........$120,200 (R) (3) 03 JD 895,18’ Windrower, hyd var reel spd, tall crop divid ...............$17,100 up (MM) 85 MacDon 7000 Windrower, 2600 hrs, w/30’draper,w/21’Hay plat .............$22,500 (RM) 88 MacDon 7000 Windrower, w/960 -30’ hdr, Cummins diesel ...................$34,700 (MM) 11 MacDon D60,40’ MDS/DKD header, slow spd trans ................................ $64,400 (MM) 01 MacDon 9352, 3635 hrs, w/36’ 972 hdr, F K swath roller ............................$76,500 (A) 07 NH HW325 Windrower, w/30’hdr,UII reel,WS30 Hdr ....................................$78,000 (R) 96 MF 220 Windrower, 1783 hrs, w/ MF 230-30’ Hdr ......................................$45,900 (R) 86 CIH 5000 Windrower, 24.5’ Hdr, Hydro, UII pickup reel ............................$29,300 (MM)

281,100

(M)

Assiniboia, SK

306-642-3366 (A)

Montmartre, SK

306-424-2212 (MM)

Moose Jaw, SK

306-692-2371 (MJ)

Mossbank, SK

306-354-2411 (M)

Raymore, SK

306-746-2110 (RM)

Emerald Park/Regina, SK

306-721-5050 (R)

Southey, SK

306-726-2155 (S)

Weyburn, SK

306-842-4686 (W)

SEEDING 01 JD 1820, 61’10”, w/JD 1900-340bu, single sht .......................................... $76,800 (M) 03 JD 1820, 52’10”, DS air pkg, 4x22” steel whls ............................................$41,800 (R) 04 JD 1820, 52’ 12” spac, dble sht, w/ JD 1910-430 bu ............................$106,000 (MM) 04 JD 1820, 61’, 10” spac,w/JD 1910-340bu, dble sht .................................$104,900 (M) 06 JD 1820, 53’, 10” spac, 4x22” steel press whls, all run ..............................$65,500 (S) 08 JD 1830, 61’, 10” spac, dble sht, 4x22”steel ............................................ $77,800 (MJ) 08 JD 1890, 43.5’,10” spac, SS air pkg ........................................................$79,500 (MM) 4 Conservapk 5112, 56’, 12” spac, 550 lb trip ...............................................$103,900 (M)

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U S E D E QU I P M E N T USED TRACTORS CASE 1390, ‘81, HN2874B ......................... $8,995 H CASE 7140, ‘90, FWA, 18.4X26 FRT, 20.8R42 REAR, INTEGRAL AUTO STEER, S2 OUTBACK, N21651B ................................................ $49,950 H CASE STX375, ‘02, PN2840A ................. $160,000 P DEUTZ DX160, ‘82, 18.4X38 D, 2 HYDS., HC2494 .................................................. $11,500 H FORD 8630, ‘91 HC2899 ......... CALL FOR DETAILS H MF 396, ‘95, CLW LOADER, FWA, CAB, EZEE ON LDR, SPEAR, N21708A .................................... $31,000 K MF 1105, W/LEON 707 LDR, 24.5X32 REAR, 11.00X16 FRT, 2 HYD, HN2395B ............. $13,900 H NH 8160, ‘99, HC2898 ............. CALL FOR DETAILS H NH 8670, ‘94, HN2989C ........................... $43,990 H NH TT75, ‘09, PTO, 3 PT, ROPS LIGHTS, CIRCULATION HEATER, 7.5X16.9 FRT, 16.9X30 REAR, N21668A ................................................ $21,000 K NH TM190, DUALS, 4 HYD , GRAPPLE LDR QUICK 790, MIDMOUNT, JOY STICK, DLX AIR SEAT W/HEAT, PN2630A ................................................ $96,000 P NH TV145, ‘04, PN 2744A ....................... $104,000 P NH TV145, ‘06, N21907A .......................... $85,000 K NH TV6070, PN2747A............................. $115,000 P NH TG285, 16.9X30 FRT, 20.8X42 REAR D, 4 HYD, 3 PT, PTO, PN2913A ................................. $122,500 P NH 9030, ‘97 W/ FWA, E/E 3PT & HYDS, 3/4” COUPLER, C/E 3PT, 7414 LDR, GRAPPLE, SNOW BUCKET, HOME BUILT PALLET, N21786B ............... $62,500 K NH 9680, ‘95, 20.8/42 FRONT, 20.8/42 REAR, 12 SP TRANS, 4 HYDS, ARMSTRONG TIRES, PN2839A ................................................ $80,000 P NH 9682, ‘97, 20.8R42 FRONT, 20.5R42 REAR, SHORTTRED, PERF. MON EZEE GUIDE 500 EZEE STEER, N21913A .................................... $86,000 K

NH T9040, ‘08, DLX CAB, HYD LIGHTS, DIFF LOCK, AM/FM/CD, 800 70R38 FRT & REAR, N21690A .............................................. $235,000 K NH T9060, ‘08, LUXURY CAB, 800/70R-38D, HID LIGHTS, DIFF LOCK, PS, N21548A ......... $254,000 K NH T9060, ‘09, DELUXE CAB, 800/70R38 173 R1W, MONITOR MOUNT, BACK UP ALARM, MEGA-FLOW HYDS., HN3027A................................... $285,000 H VERS 1150, REBUILT ENG & TRANS, 800 TIRES, 450 HP, 8 SPD, ATOM JET PUMP, C21627 ...... $75,000 K

AIR SEEDERS

BOURG 2130, ‘95, RTH, PB2345B ................$6,000 P BOURG 2155, ‘88, 1610 RITE-WAY PACKER, 40’, 3 B, 8” SPC, AIR KIT, GRAN KIT, FLOATING HITCH, PB2854B ................................CALL FOR DETAILS P BOURG 3195, ‘96 LOAD/UNLOAD, SS W/GRAIN AIRLINE, 2 TANKS, B21674D ................... $13,000 K BOURG 4350, FRONT TIRES TURF, REAR TIRES DIAMOND, AIR D/S, DUAL SHOOT, 3 TM, PB2643A ................................CALL FOR DETAILS P BOURG 5350, ‘00, SS, 3 T, RTH, RICE TIRES, PB2832A ................................................ $43,450 P BOURG 5350, ‘02, SS, 3 T, RTH, DIAMOND TREAD TIRES, PB2834A...................................... $47,400 P BOURG 5350, DS, CTM, MAN RATE ADJ, 491 MON, 30.5X32 DIAMOND TREAD, PB2609A ................................CALL FOR DETAILS P BOURG 5440, ‘02 CRA, CTM, RICE TIRES, DBL FAN, DS, B21784A .......................................... $49,000 K BOURG 6000, ‘08, 90’, 11LX16 TIRES, B21511A ................................................ $33,000 K FLEXI 2340, ’01, TBH, DBL FAN, MECH RATE, N21507A ................................................ $26,000 K FLEXI 3450, ‘99, PB2831A ....................... $40,500 K JD 1900, ‘01, 4 B, SS, 9” SPC, B21671B... $78,000 K

TILLAGE BOURG 3310, ‘09, SS, MRBS, 4.8 PKRS, LEADING AIR KIT, B21673A ........................................ $174,000 K BOURG 3310, ‘10, BO 6550 AIR TANK TRAIL, WALKING DUALS, INNER AND OUTER WING, 4.5 RND SEMI PNEUMATIC, 65’, 3/4” ATOM JET OPENER, ANHYDROUS TUBE, 4T, PB2848A ................... $271,000 P BOURG 3310, ‘10, PB2852A ..................... $32,000 P BOURG 5710, ‘96,W/2155 AIR SEEDER, B21666B ................................................ $45,000 K BOURG 5710, ‘99, 330#, 3 1/2” STEEL, 9.8” SPC, REBUILD, 3” CARBIDE TIPS, MRBS, UPDATED WIDE PIVOT, SS AIR TANK, B21677D................. $46,000 K BOURG 5710, ‘99, 24’, W/MRBS NH3 RAVEN, AUTO RATE 3 1/2” STL, 3/4” OPENERS, SS, W/ BOURG 3225 AIR CART, HR2801B ....................... $76,900 H BOURG 5710, ‘01, 54’, 9.8” SPC 330#, MRB’S, NH3 KIT, SS, 3/4” CARBIDE OPENERS, 31/2” STEEL PKRS, B21663A ................................................ $68,000 K BOURG 5710, ‘03, 54’, 54’,230 TRIP, 3” RUBBER, 9.8 SPC, DS, DRY SERIES, 20 MRBS,CARBIDE, SCRAPERS, 1” CARBIDE VERTICAL, BOURG OPENERS, B21350A ................................................ $72,000 K BOURG 5710, ‘04, 64’, MRBS, PB2601A ................................................ $89,000 P BOURG 5710, 54’, PB2641A ..................... $75,000 P BOURG 5710, ‘10, 64’, 3 1/2” STEEL PACKER, DBL CASTER, MRB’S, 9.8” SPACING, 330 TRIP, S.S, B21782A .............................................. $138,000 K BOURG 5710, 54’, 9.8” SPC, SS AIR KIT, SERIES 20 MRBS NH3, 3 1/2” STEEL PKRS, 3” OPENERS CARBIDE, 330# B21355B .............................. $57,500 K EZZE-ON 7550, ‘98, 48’, 10” SPC, TBH, 350 BUSH TANK PS, W/4350 AIRSEEDER ‘05, B21785B ............................... CALL FOR DETAILS K FLEXI 5000, ‘02, 57’, ¾” OPENERS, 2 ¼” PKRS, 9” SPC, 550#, W/2340, PB2290A................. $75,000 P

FLEXI SYS 82, 60’, 4 B, B21330B ................$4,900 K JD 737, 40’, 10” SPC, DS, 3” STEEL PKRS, 3” PC ROW STEATH OPEN, W/787 AIR SEEDER, DS, MECHANICAL RATE, B21042C....................................... $61,000 K JD 1800, 03, W/ 1910 JD AIRCART, HR2925A .............................................. $115,000 H MORRIS MAX II, ‘02, 60’, 10” SPC, 3 ½” STEEL PKRS, BLOCKAGE MON, HN2368B..................... $69,950 H MORRIS MAX II, ‘04, 60’, 10” SPC, LIQUID KIT, ATOM JET OPENERS, 4” PKRS, W/ 8370 MOR TANK, SS, REAR HITCH, B21706C ............................ $94,000 K MORRIS MAX II, ‘02L 49’ MAX2 AIRDRIL XKA, 5850, 10” SPC, 3 1/2 STEEL PKRS, SS, ATOM JET BOOTS C/W MORRIS 7300 TBT, HR2981A ........... $58,500 H MORRIS MAXIM AD, 35’, 12” SPC, 31/2 “DUTCH PAIR, ROW OPENERS, 31/2” STEEL PKRS,W/SCRAPERS, JOHN BLUE NH3, W/7180 MORRIS, B21626B ................................................ $39,000 K SEEDMASTER TXB, ‘07, 65’-10” SPC, DAM WHEELS ON WINGS, NH3 W/JOHN BLUE, METERING DS, 28LX26 SINGLE REAR, TIRES BOURG AIR KIT, DUAL WING CASTORS, HR2759A .................... $127,900 H

USED SPRAYERS APACHE 790, ‘99, KK21415A ................... $67,000 K BG QF1500, ‘01, KK21703D ..................... $12,800 K FIELD HAWK, ‘07, 90’ 1200 GSS, RAVEN GPS, N21778A .............................................. $125,000 K MILLER G75, ‘10, 1200 GAL TANK, 120’ BOOMS, 3 WAYS, ULTRAGLIDE, ELEC. ADJ, 380 R90/46 TIRES, N21884A .............................................. $219,000 K MILLER 4240, 10, 100’, 1200 POLY, RAVEN GPS, KK21601A ............................................ $284,000 K SPRAY AIR 3600-110TS, KK21557B........ $25,000 K WILMAR 765, C21729A............................ $45,000 K

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888-634-2087 235 38TH ST. E., PRINCE ALBERT, SK — Brent, Aaron

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Any brand 300-450 HP 4 Wheel Drives w/1000-7000 hrs. We’ll pay top dollar for trades!

2011 T9.450 DEMO

2012 T9.560

2012 T9.615

339 HRS, 16 SPD PS,520 MICHELINS,113 GPM MEGA FLOW, 1000 PTO, DRY WEIGHT, FULL INTELLISTEER

16 SPD PS, DIFF LOCK, 800’S FIRESTONE, 57 GPM, INTELLISTEER READY

16 SPD PS, DIFF LOCK, 800S FIRESTONE, 57 GPM, HID LIGHTING,HYD TRAILER BRAKES, INTELLISTEER READY

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JUST LISTED LEOVILLE AREA, 7 deeded quarters w/350 acres of tame hay, balance natural and bush pasture. Adjoining 4 Crown lease quarters all in a block and joining the big river. Fair cattle handling system and fences. Lots of water. Garage/shop 32x64, half insulated and cement floor, balance dirt floor. Well kept older family home. Excellent hunting and fishing. Many amazing views from this property with the spruce and poplar forest, the river and rolling hills. MLSÂŽ 421014. For viewing call Lloyd Ledinski, Re/Max of the Battlefords, North Battleford, SK, www.remaxbattlefords.com 306-446-8800 or 306-441-0512. I am in need of grain and pastureland in all of my trading areas. YOUNG FARMER LOOKING TO RENT LAND in RM of Grandview #349 or RM of Reford #379. Phone 306-658-4860, 306-948-7807, Biggar, SK. RANCH: SOUTH OF FORT WALSH, SK. 78 quarters, 25 deeded, 53 lease, native and improved pasture. 300 acres under pivot irrigation, 250 under flood irrigation. 2 homesites, good livestock handling facilities. 306-299-4809 or 306-299-4889.

GLADSTONE, MB. 1200 acre farm w/yard site, well maintained 2 story home. Approx. 800 acres cultivated, White Mud River tributary flows through property; Silver Ridge, MB. 5 quarters hay and cultivated land. Set up for cattle operation. Yard site could be featured in a magazine. For these and other properties Christianson Soils Ltd. Broker, 204-239-6086. Email: abchristianson@shaw.ca INVESTORS AND FARMERS: 17 quarters, 2690 acres, 2120 cult., 80 tramped, 490 bush and pasture, 2 yard sites w/buildings, good drinking water. Also 18 acres yard and buildings. Phone for website 204-858-2555, Hartney, MB. RANCH FOR 250 cow/calf pairs, 6 quarters deeded, 673 cultivated; 22 quarters crown lease, 274 cultivated. Crossfenced, 5 miles new fence, dugouts, shelters, barn, steel corrals, 9400 bu. steel grain storage, good water, home. 204-742-3269, Garland, MB. TURNKEY RANCH OPERATION for sale in Meadow Portage, MB. This 2015 acre ranch includes 515 deeded acres bordering Lake Manitoba, with 1-1/2 miles deeded lakefront. 1500 acres Crown land lease. All land is fenced and cross fenced. New barn 32â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x45â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, insulated barn 28â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, corrals, house, garage, bunkhouse and woodgrain storage. Breeding herd of 170 Angus cattle and machinery will also be selling. Call Duncan 204-732-2454, email sandragano@hotmail.com

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GLASLYN, SK. 10 ACRES surrounded by a mature spruce and poplar shelter belt w/1305 sq. ft. fully developed lower level, 4 bdrm., entirely upgraded smoke free bungalow. R-45 ceiling, central vac, central air, 5 pc. appliance pkg., school bus to door, 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x22â&#x20AC;&#x2122; attached solarium w/hot tub and much more! 1250 sq. ft. insulated metal clad heated garage (shop) w/auto. doors. 44â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x70â&#x20AC;&#x2122; quonset, totally electrified. Excellent water supply, underground wiring in yard. 306-342-4565, 306-441-6465 90 ACRES w/TWO titles. One 6 acre and one 85 acre, all new services, mobile home, outbuildings, 15 miles from Stettler, AB on pavement, $270,000. Will split. Call 403-742-1030, 403-340-9280.

SELLING BY OWNER charming upgraded character home on 40 acres. Set up for livestock. Info. 306-342-2023, Glaslyn, SK. 150 ACRES, central MB, bordering Sask, water and power, house old time. Asking $93,000. 604-989-4515, Gibsons, BC. TREED SIX ACRES, next to Canwood, SK. Golf Course. $49,900. Ph. 250-833-0515. WESTLOCK, AB. 30 KMS NW, 11 acres, all open, 1500 sq. ft house (1982) w/fully developed basement. Machine shed, shop, hip roof barn, garden shed, bunk house. Landscaped, sheltered yard w/mature spruce on pavement. Appraised Oct. 2011 at $325,000. Price for immediate possess i o n at $ 2 9 8 , 0 0 0 . Ap p r a i s a l r e p o r t available to serious callers. Act now! Alber480 ACRES NEAR RUSSELL, MB. Mixed taâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s population is set to double over the farm, 912 sq. ft. bungalow, mostly fenced, next 10 years w/rising real estate values. workshop, cattle shelter, private yard, Phone Neil at 780-361-8650. $245,000. More land available nearby. Karen Goraluk, Salesperson 204-773-6797, CANORA, SK, 10 acres with 1230 sq. ft. 204-937-8357, Northstar Insurance & Real bungalow, shop, sheds, outbuildings, nat. gas, underground power. 306-651-1041. Estate, www.north-star.ca

SASK. LAND FOR SALE: MAPLE CREEK: Rare Opportunity! 300+ cow ranch, 13 deeded quarters, 10 quarters lease in native grass, home, quonset, etc. (#1742, Gordon). SWIFT CURRENT: Rolling 100 cow ranch, year round springs, good winter shelter. (#1738, Gordon). FOAM LAKE: 4 quarters in a block. (#1810, Barry Palik). STRASBOURG: 640 acres good assessed land, all land ready for spring seeding, dugout. (#1842, Elmer). PANGMAN: 5 quarters all touching, 460 acres cult., lots of water, home, quonset, pole barns, etc. (#1826, Gordon). NEILBURG: Country Living! 1256 sq.ft. home, attached garage, heated shop, outbuildings. (#1768, 500 COW MANITOBA Ranch for lease. Barry Palik). Farm & Ranch by Better Please send replies to: Box 5559, c/o Homes and Gardens Real Estate Sig- Western Producer, Saskatoon, SK S7K 2C4 nature Service, 1-866-345-3414, www.canadafarmsandranch.com

CASH RENT: 4 QUARTERS grainland in ORGANIC PASTURE AND hayland for rent the RM of Wellington, SK, No. 97. Phone for 2012 season, 3 quarters, good for 50 306-245-3768 or 306-861-1705. cow/calf pairs. 306-967-2238, Eatonia, SK. RM OF BAYNE #371, 500.49 acres, PA S T U R E AVA I L A B L E F O R 2 0 1 2 351 acres cult., 428.91 acres adjacent to Grenfell, SK. Phone: 306-697-2773 or fax: Hamlet of Dana. $285,600. Exclusive. Call 306-697-3463. James Schinkel, Tim Hammond Realty, PASTURE FOR RENT, 48 cow/calf pairs, 306-231-7077. plenty of water. 306-245-3777, Francis, 1 QUARTER SECTION in Meath Park, SK. SK. area, NW-15-51-23-W2, assessed at www.dwein.ca RM of Harris, 12 quarters $53,800, presently in hay. 306-763-4846. adjoining, 8 dugouts with creek running WANTED: HALF SECTION near Southey, through, excellent fences with 1/2 mile to SK. Hay or broken land, between Quâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Ap- be constructed and exceptional grass. pelle Valley and 2 to 3 miles north of Power is in place, good road access. Southey. Within 3- 4 miles of Hwy #6. No $759,900. MLS Century 21 Fusion, Dwein yard preferred, unless abandoned. Carter Trask 306-221-1035. 306-726-2070, 306-541-3288 leave msg. PASTURES AVAILABLE FOR grazing season RANCH REDUCED, 1500 acres, house, wa- 2012. Small or large group. References ter. Or single parcels, recreation, river, for- available. Ph. 306-937-3649, Cando, SK. est. Porcupine Plain, SK. 306-278-3125. SUPERVISED PASTURE AVAILABLE in a FOR SALE: 162 acres of farmland near rotational grazing pasture. Approx. 300 Canwood, SK. Phone 306-468-2665 after animal units for yearlings, cow/calf pairs 6:00 PM. judybischler@yahoo.ca or for fall calving cows. Located in west central MB. Ph Ken 204-568-4651, Miniota. CANORA, SK. Land and farmyard. Nat. gas grain dryer in center of well treed SUPERVISED PASTURE for 2012 grazing yardsite, w/large ranch house. May separ- season, cow/calf or yearlings. Ituna, SK. area. Call 306-795-2726 or 306-795-7442. ate yardsite. Call 306-563-4465. SUPERVISED PASTURE WANTED for FARM LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER 70+ pairs in southern Sask. Phone Larry at RM o f W ilto n N o . 472 306-582-2221 after 6 pm, Vanguard, SK. N-1/2 -11-48 -2 6-W 3M S u rfa ce Pa rcels 13053028 2 a n d 130530271 1. NE-11-48 -26 -W 3 M - 156.6 a cres , As s es s m en t $74,800.00, s eed ed to gra s s , fen ced w ith 4 s tra n d Ph (3 06 ) 5 84 -3 6 4 0 b a rb ed w ire, trea ted p o s ts , d u go u t. Fa x (3 06 ) 5 84 -3 6 4 3 T w o ga s w ell s u rfa ce lea s es w ith Rife Res o u rces . in fo @ m a xcro p .ca T o ta l a n n u a l reven u e $5,600.00 p a ya b le $2,800.00 o n Ap ril 18 a n d $2,800.00 o n Ju ly 16. 2. NW -11-48 -26 -W 3 M - 156.57 a cres , As s es s m en t FARM LAN D $80,800.00, s eed ed to gra s s , fen ced w ith 4 s tra n d W AN TED b a rb ed w ire, trea ted p o s ts , d u go u t. In teres ted p ers o n s m a y ten d ero n b o th p a rcels o r Q UICK CLO SIN G! s ep a ra tely. An y o r a ll ten d ers n o tn eces s a rily a ccep ted . All ten d ers m u s tb e a cco m p a n ied b y certified cheq u e fo r 10% N O CO M M ISSIO N ! o fthe ten d ered p ric e, p a ya b le to M ign ea u ltGreen w o o d . Plea s e fo rw a rd a ll ten d ers in a s ea led en velo p e m a rked La n d forren t in â&#x20AC;&#x153; Cu n n in gha m L a n d T en d erâ&#x20AC;? to : RM 70 ,10 0 ,40 ,185,275,276 ,246 M ign e a ult Gre e n w ood Bo x 520, No rth Ba ttlefo rd , S K S 9A 2Y 8 HIRIN G FARM ATTENTION: M URRAY E. GREENW OOD M AN AGER On o r b efo re 4:00 p .m . M a rch 2, 2012. T he s a le tra n s a ctio n fo r a ccep ted ten d ers w ill clo s e SUPERVISED PASTURE FOR RENT for 210 n o al ter tha n M a rch 30, 2012. cow/calf pairs. Can keep year round. T itles w ill rem a in s u b jectto a ll Would consider lease to own option. Open exis tin g regis tra tio n s b y Rife Res o u rces L td . to offers. 204-859-3018, Rossburn, MB. Directa ll in q u iries to : M urra y Gre e n w ood 1-3 06 -445-443 6 PASTURE WANTED: 2012 grazing seaFOR LEASE: 10 quarters, 1350 cultivatable s o n , c o w / c a l f o r y e a r l i n g s . C a l l acres, between Leross and Bankend, SK, 403-552-3753, Kirriemuir, AB. on #35 N. 19 hopper bins and farm house. 587-718-0196, columquinn@hotmail.com RMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s GOOD LAKE- INSINGER. Three quarters with total assessment over 100,000. 350+ acres cultivated. $150,000. Estate Sale. Re/Max North Country, Don Dyck, 306-221-1684, Warman, SK. PALLISER FARMLAND MANAGEMENT is accepting tenders for the rental of the following land in, RM #49: NE-13-06-21-W3, Lot 223, 224, 225, 226A and 231; NE-14-06-21-W3, Lot 238; SE-23-06-21-W3, Lot 243 and 251; SW-24-06-21-W3, Lot 244. RM #166: SE-18-17-10-W3 comprising Hay Lot #155. 3-5 year contracts preferred. Cash rent and/or crop share will be considered. be creative! Tenders close February 29th, 2012. For more information call Farmland Manager, Murray Gogel at 306-347-0846, Email: murray@palliserfarmland.ca

WANTED: 80-640 ACRES, reasonably priced. 306-352-5956, Regina, SK. PURE ALFALFA HAYLAND WANTED in Sask. for 2012 season and longer. Up to 20% grass mixes and under 5 yr. stands. Different contract options available. Great rotation options and extra cash flow. References available. Call Kevin 519-272-5383 or Joe at 519-276-0603.

I HAVE BUYERS: 1) For land in the RMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of Redberry, Shellbrook, Bayne, Hoodoo, Duck Lake, Langham, Conquest, Sovereign, Harris, Milden, Viscount, Ivergordon, 3 lakes, St. Louis and Bruno areas; 2) Ranch land capable of handling 100-400 cow/calf pairs; 3) Natural pasture in SK; 4) Bush land. Phone Bill Nesteroff 306-497-2668 ReMax Saskatoon or email: billnesteroff@sasktel.net WANTED TO RENT OR purchase farmland RMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of 281, 251, 252 or adjoining. All RM OF LAWRENCE: Native/tame hay in kept in confidence. Box 5556, c/o and pasture. Sheltered yardsite includes a replies newer bungalow, shop and misc. buildings. Western Producer, Saskatoon, SK S7K 2C4 Close to town and school. 204-732-2409, Rorketon, MB. FEEDLOT: 4000 HEAD capacity, includes 1040 sq. ft. house. 60,000 bu. grain storage, equipment, 6 deeded quarters. 2 miles North of Ste. Rose du Lac, MB. RANCH: 8064 acres lease land, 1600 Angus cows. Crane River, MB. Call Dale 204-638-5581, Doug 204-447-2382.

LAMPMAN, SK. AREA: Beautiful 12 arces on Hwy #361. Modern 1130 sq. ft. bungalow, 3 bdrms, full bath, finished basement, well kept mature yard, detached garage, 2 quonsets, corrals, natural gas, 2 deep wells, house well from dugout. Serious inquiries only please. Call 306-487-2705.

2006 UNVERFERTH 8250, 850 bu., tarp, cameras, PTO, shedded, $27,000 or with hyd. drive, $28,500. 10% will hold until spring. 306-421-6654, Estevan, SK. 1986 NAUTICAT 33â&#x20AC;&#x2122; pilot house ketch motor sailer, fresh water yacht, stored in heated shed, c/w trailer, $105,000. 306-634-4604, 306-421-6654, Estevan, SK

1996 ARCTIC CAT PUMA 340, like new, $1400; 1994 Ski-Doo Formula 470, good shape, $1400. Stand end covers included. Hold-On ice shack, hitch, wood heater, $1000. 306-886-4605, Porcupine Plain, SK.

UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN is looking for rental housing in Radville, Ceylon, Lake Alma, SK. region, April - Aug. 2012. Conducting waterfowl research project and need house(s) for up to 8 research staff. References can be provided and a lease agreement is required. 306-373-1228 or david.johns@usask.ca

ON THE GREENS COTTONWOOD, AZ. Gated 55 plus manufactured home golf course community located in the heart of Verde Valley just 20 mins south of Sedona, 1 hr from Phoenix, Prescott and Flagstaff. All homes come complete with garage, covered deck and landscaping. Land lease fees include $1 million clubhouse, large indoor lap pool, hot tub and complete gym. Also includes water, sewer, trash pickup and reduced golf fees. For information call 1-800-871-8187 or 928-634-7003.

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40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; WINNEBAGO TOUR 207, Freightliner chassis, 400 Cummins, 6 speed Allison trans, Onan diesel generator, 17,000 miles, 4 slides, top of the line coach, $120,000. Selling due to health. 403-335-3270 403-586-1928 Didsbury, AB

2VR\RRV %& YAMAHA 550 DUAL purpose motorcycle, approx. 10 yrs. old, red/white, $1000 work order, $3000. 306-728-8373, Melville, SK. LOOKING FOR USED MOTORCYCLES, any condition, running or not. Please contact Phil at: 306-343-8209, Saskatoon, SK. 2006 1100 YAMAHA V Star, 16,000 kms, new back tire, 2 sets of exhausts, extra lights, handle bar exts., pass. foot boards, lots of extras. 306-842-4072 Weyburn SK

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2002 SKI-DOO 800, 151 track, reverse, new motor 800 km ago, $3250 OBO. Great condition! 403-548-8610, Medicine Hat AB

2012 INFINITY 3870FK by Dutchmen. Ultimate Luxury Fifth wheel! Five slides, unique front kitchen and more! Nobody beats our prices! Call for more details today 1-866-346-3148, www.allandale.com FOR SALE OR trade 2008 Host 11.5â&#x20AC;&#x2122; triple slide truck camper c/w generator, Satellite TV, convection microwave, fully loaded, 70 gal. water tank. Will also sell 2008 F450 w/matching paint scheme. Call Jason 306-642-3315, Assiniboia, SK.

BlackburnMotors.ca 2005 Safari Cheetah, 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 350 HP, 3 slides, 25,000m, $86,900; 2005 Tiffin Allegro Bus, 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 3 slides, 400 HP Cummins, 38,000m, $109,900; 2003 Newmar Dutch Star, 39â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 2 slides, 350 HP, 47,000m, $62,900. Financing avail. 306-974-4223, 411 C 48 St. E, Saskatoon, SK. Open Tuesday to Saturday, 8:30 to 5 PM, DL #236237. 2001 HOLIDAY RAMBLER Endeavor, 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, two sliders, 330 HP Cummins, 7.5 KW diesel generator, 64,500 miles, Roadmaster chassis, hardwood floors, satellite, two TVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, exc. cond. $65,000. 204-325-2550, Plum Coulee, MB.

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RARE FIND. 2001 Kodiak K99 truck camper, fully loaded, c/w elec. jacks, $12,900. 306-466-4401, Leask, SK.

S A S K ATO O N R V S U P E R S TO R E . C O M Phone 306-978-7253, Saskatoon, SK. 2010 DENALI 5th wheel trailer 25.9â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 1 slide, 1/2 ton towable, sleeps 6, U-shaped dining, power rear and front jacks, power aw n i n g , l i ke n ew c o n d i t i o n . A s k i n g $27,900. 306-773-2836, Swift Current, SK.

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SAWMILLS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Band/Chainsaw - Cut lumber any dimension, anytime. Make money and save money. In stock, ready to ship. Starting at $1195. 1-800-566-6899 ext. SNOW GROOMER Marcel 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; wide Mas- 168. www.NorwoodSawmills.com/168 sey 396 tractor w/tracks, 3082 hrs., WOOD-MIZER PORTABLE SAWMILLS, $25,000. 306-563-8765, Canora, SK. eight models, options and accessories. SAVE $1,000 on a Summit Series en- 1-877-866-0667. www.woodmizer.ca closed snowmobile trailer- white walls and ceiling, cabinet, fuel door, treated flooring. Only $8,850! Black, S/N #62113. Other great deals available. Visit Flaman Trailers in Saskatoon or call 1-888-435-2626 10x14 PLATFORM SCALE, $12,500. www.flamantrailers.com Used 10x14â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, $9500. Ph. 204-871-1175 or PARTING OUT Polaris snowmobiles, 1985 toll free 1-800-862-8304, MacGregor, MB. to 2005. Edfield Motors Ltd., phone: 306-272-3832, Foam Lake, SK. ELIAS SCALES MFG., several different NEW AND USED SNOWMOBILE PARTS. ways to weigh bales and livestock; PlatWe stock crankshafts, cylinders, clutches, form scales for industrial use as well, nonstators, flywheels, pistons, gasket sets and electric, no balances or cables (no weigh much more. Cylinder reboring and crank like it). Shipping arranged. 306-445-2111, shaft repair. Glenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Small Engine Centre, North Battleford, SK. www.eliasscales.com Lloydminster, SK., 306-825-3100. GRAIN CART SCALES. Order now for earPARTS FOR VINTAGE snowmobiles, 1990 ly season discount. Typical 750 bu. grain and older. Call Don at 780-755-2258, cart, $3150. Ph 204-871-1175 or toll free Wainwright, AB. 1-800-862-8304, MacGregor, MB.

Co n ta ct: graintenders@ gm ail.com CERTIFIED #1 CDC Verona Durum. High germination, volume discounts. Fast Seed Farm Ltd., Kindersley, SK. 306-463-3626. CERTIFIED CDC VERONA durum. 403-633-9999, www.fabianseedfarms.com Tilley, AB. AC STRONGFIELD, Cert. #1, strong yielder with excellent protein. Nakonechny Seeds 306-932-4409, Ruthilda, SK. CERT. #1 AC METCALFE. Wiens Seed Farm 306-377-2002, Herschel, SK. FOUNDATION, REGISTERED AND/or certified AC Metcalfe, CDC Copeland, CDC Meredith, CDC Kindersley, Newdale and Legacy. Berscheid Bros Seeds, Lake Lenore, SK. Phone 306-368-2602 or email: kb.berscheid@sasktel.net

FOUNDATION, REGISTERED AND/or certified CDC Orrin and CDC Weaver. Berscheid Bros Seeds, Lake Lenore, SK. Phone 306-368-2602, kb.berscheid@sasktel.net CERT. CDC BALER OAT, forage oat; Cert. Leggett milling oat seed. High germ and vigor. Wagon Wheel Seed Corp, ChurchCERTIFIED #1 COPELAND barley, 99% bridge, SK, 306-896-2236. germ. 306-497-2800, 306-290,7816. CERT. LEGGETT OATS; Cert. and Reg. Orrin Blaine Lake, SK. oats. Ph Frederick Seeds at Watson, SK, REG. AND CERTIFIED CDC MEREDITH 306-287-3977. new malt barley, very high germination, 0 CERT TRIACTOR. Excellent quality. Early disease. Contracts needed. Call for details. booking and volume discounts available. Gregoire Seed Farms Ltd. 306-441-7851, Call Oscar or Lee 306-324-4315, Northland 306-445-5516, North Battleford, SK. Seeds Inc. Margo, SK. AC MORGAN, JORDAN. Fdn., Reg., and Malt Barley/Feed Grains/Pulses Cert. available. Terre Bonne Seed Farm best price/best delivery/best payment 306-752-4810, 306-921-8594, Melfort, SK. REGISTERED, CERTIFIED CDC Boyer, early maturing, 97% germ.; Jordan, 96% germ. Ennis Seeds, Glenavon, SK, 306-429-2793. CERTIFIED #1 PINNACLE; Leggett. Ardell Licen s ed & bon d ed Seeds, 306-668-4415, Vanscoy, SK. 1- 800- 2 58- 7434 ro ger@ seed - ex.co m CERT. #1 CDC Orrin, Leggett. Fenton CERTIFIED AC METCALF and CDC Mere- Seeds, Tisdale, SK., 306-873-5438. d i t h . F r a s e r F a r m s , P a m b r u n , S K . REG., CERT. MORGAN oats; Sundre barley; 306-741-0475, email: foc@sasktel.net CDC Impress, Impala, Maxim, Bethune CERT. #1 CDC Copeland, AC Metcalfe, flax. 306-693-2626, Caronport, SK. CDC Cowboy, AC Ranger. Ardell Seeds, CDC BOYER, CERT., 96% germination, 306-668-4415, Vanscoy, SK. early maturity. Doug Stoll 306-493-2534, CERTIFIED CDC COPELAND malting bar- Delisle, SK. ley, $11.00/bu. Discounts available. VISA and MC accepted. Visit our website: www.LLseeds.ca for details. Phone TYNDAL SPRING TRITICALE, registered 306-731-2843, Lumsden, SK. and certified. 403-633-9999, Tilley, AB. REG. AND CERT. AC Metcalfe , CDC www.fabianseedfarms.com C o p e l a n d . B 4 S e e d s , M e l fo r t , S K , CERTIFIED TYNDAL. Fraser Farms, Pam306-752-2564, 306-921-9424. brun, SK. Phone 306-741-0475, email: CERTIFIED METCALFE. Greenshields foc@sasktel.net Seeds. Semans, SK., 306-524-2155(W), 306-524-4339(H). CERT. NEWDALE BARLEY. Phone Frederick CERT. #1 AC UNITY VB and AC LILLIAN, Seeds at Watson, SK., 306-287-3977. Call Wiens Seed Farm 306-377-2002, CERT. #1 CDC COPELAND and Newdale, Herschel, SK. 2 row malting, 99% germ. Call: M&M CERT. #1 SHAW VB; CDC Utmost VB; Seeds, 306-258-2219, St. Denis, SK. Unity VB; Goodeve VB, Carberry; Verona REGISTERED, CERTIFIED AC Metcalfe, D u r u m . A r d e l l S e e d s , Va n s c oy, S K . 97% germination. Ennis Seeds, Glenavon, 306-668-4415. SK, 306-429-2793. CERTIFIED UNITY Midge resistant, StetCDC AUSTENSON 2-row feed barley, reg. tler. Greenshields Seeds. Semans, SK. and cert. 403-633-9999, Tilley, AB. 306-524-2155(W), 306-524-4339(H). www.fabianseedfarms.com CERTIFIED AC UNITY and Certified AC LAKESIDE SEEDS has Reg. and Cert. AC Carberry. Fraser Farms, Pambrun, SK. Metcalfe barley for sale, excellent quality. 306-741-0475, email: foc@sasktel.net 306-554-2078, Wynyard, SK. AC CARBERRY, Reg. and Cert. #1, 98% NEW CDC MEREDITH, AC Metcalfe, and germ, excellent yield and disease pkg., Robust. Fdn., Reg., and Cert. available. short strong straw, limited quantity. Book Terre Bonne Seed Farm 306-752-4810, early! Nakonechny Seeds 306-932-4409, 306-921-8594, Melfort, SK. Ruthilda, SK. CERT. #1 AC Newdale, 2 row; Legacy, 6 AC ANDREW, Reg. and Cert. #1, 96% r o w. F e n t o n S e e d s , T i s d a l e , S K . germ, proven malt and ethanol accep306-873-5438. tance, high yielder. Nakonechny Seeds CERTIFIED #1 METCALFE barley, great 306-932-4409, Ruthilda, SK. pricing at Di-Al Seed, Rivercourse, AB. REGISTERED, CERTIFIED AC Unity-Waska780-745-2578. da VB midge resistant wheat. Highest variety, $12.50/bu. Discounts REG/CERT AC METCALF, Cert. CDC yielding VISA and MC accepted. Visit: Meredith and Cert. CDC Copeland. Ex- available. w w w. L L s e e d s . c a fo r d e t a i l s . P h o n e cellent quality. Early booking and volume 306-731-2843, Lumsden, SK. discounts avail. Northland Seeds Inc. Call Oscar or Lee 306-324-4315, Margo, SK. CERTIFIED AC Unity VB seed. Book Early to guarantee your supply. Contact Patrick 306-638-3177, Chamberlain, SK. REGISTERED, AND/or cerCORN SEED, $25/ACRE, open pollinated FOUNDATION, Unity VB, CDC Utmost VB, Carberry varieties, lower N required, early 2250- tified Sadash. Berscheid Bros Seeds, Lake 2350 CHUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 7- 9â&#x20AC;&#x2122; tall, high yield and nutri- and SK. Phone 306-368-2602 or email: tion, for silage, grazing and grain. Delivery Lenore, kb.berscheid@sasktel.net. available. 204-723-2831, Austin, MB. CERTIFIED #1 UNITY, Waskada, Lillian wheat. 306-497-2800, 306-290-7816, Blaine Lake, SK. CERT. CDC VERONA and AC Strongfield REGISTERED, CERTIFIED AC Elsa, 98% Durum wheat. Very high quality seed, high germination. Ennis Seeds, Glenavon, SK, germ., no Graminearum. Geiger Farms Ltd, 306-429-2793. Leader, SK, call Tim 306-628-7896, 520-350-1090, or tgeiger@sasktel.net C E R T I F I E D A C S T E T T L E R H R S W. www.fabianseedfarms.com CERTIFIED #1 AC STRONGFIELD and AC 403-633-9999, E U R O S T A R . W i e n s S e e d F a r m Tilley, AB. 306-377-2002, Herschel, SK. WESTERN GRAIN has available in certified C E R T I F I E D S T R O N G F I E L D D U RU M . seed: Wheat- Unity, Waskada, Sadash, Stettler. Barley- CDC Meredith. FlaxL y n w o o d M i l l e r, A v o n l e a , S K . CDC Sorrel. Book early! 306-445-4022 or 306-868-7880. email vicki@westerngrain.com North BatCERT. STRONGFIELD DURUM. Craswell tleford, SK. www.westerngrain.com Seeds Ltd., Strasbourg, SK, 306-725-3236. CERT. #1 GOODEVE VB; CDC Utmost VB; C E RT. S T R O N G F I E L D , CDC Verona. Harvest; CDC Teal; AC Sadash; AC Vista. Pa l m i e r S e e d F a r m s 3 0 6 - 4 7 2 - 3 7 2 2 , Fenton Seeds, Tisdale, SK., 306-873-5438. moe.anita@sasktel.net, Lafleche, SK. CERT. AC SADASH soft wheat, top variety CERTIFIED CDC VERONA and Certified AC fo r e t h a n o l p r o d u c t i o n . T i l l e y, A B . Strongfield. Fraser Farms, Pambrun, SK. 403-633-9999, www.fabianseedfarms.com 306-741-0475, email: foc@sasktel.net CERT. #1 AC GOODEVE VB and CDC UtREGISTERED and CERTIFIED VERONA most VB, midge tolerant wheat, 99% germ. 306-395-2652, Chaplin, SK. M&M Seeds, 306-258-2219, St. Denis, SK.

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CERT. LILLIAN, Waskada, VB Utmost, VB Unity spring wheat. Palmier Seed Farms 306-472-3722, moe.anita@sasktel.net, Lafleche, SK. CERT. CDC UTMOST VB and cert. Lillian wheat. Craswell Seeds Ltd., Strasbourg, SK, 306-725-3236. HARVEST CERT, AC Unity, Goodeve, CDC Utmost, midge tolerant varieties. B4 Seeds, 306-752-2564, cell 306-921-9424, Melfort, SK. LAKESIDE SEEDS has Fdn., Reg., and Cert. #1 AC Stettler, AC Unity Waskada and much more hard red wheat for sale. Call 306-554-2078, Wynyard, SK. CERT. UNITY VB, Midget tolerant. Excellent quality. Early booking and volume discounts available. Northland Seeds Inc. Call Oscar or Lee, 306-324-4315, Margo, SK. NEW SHAW VB midge resistant wheat (highest yielding and midge resistance); Unity VB; Osler; and Splendor. Fdn., Reg., and Cert. available. Terre Bonne Seeds 306-752-4810, 306-921-8594, Melfort, SK. UNITY VB CERTIFIED, 95% germination; Waskada cert., 95% germ. Doug Stoll 306-493-2534, Delisle, SK. CERTIFIED SADASH WHEAT for sale. Call 306-395-2652, Chaplin, SK. HARVEST RS WHEAT, Certified and Reg; Utmost (VB) wheat, midge tolerant. Phone Frederick Seeds at Watson, SK, 306-287-3977.

TOP QUALITY CERT. alfalfa and grass seed. Call Gary or Janice Waterhouse 306-874-5684, Naicam, SK. 1100 KGS. CANADA #1 ground cover mix, consisting of 60% HPS premium alfalfa and 40% hybrid bromegrass. 306-848-0943, 306-861-0602, Weyburn, SK. CERT. ALFALFAS AND GRASSES, free delivery. Dyck Forages & Grasses Ltd., Elie, MB, 1-888-204-1000. www.dyckseeds.com

CERTIFIED #1 CARLTON brome. Fenton Seeds, Tisdale, SK., 306-873-5438.

HYBRID AND OPEN-POLLINATED canola varieties at great prices. Fenton Seeds, Tisdale, SK., 306-873-5438. CERTIFIED FOREMOST conventional, Rugby Round-up ready, Canterra canola varieties. Greenshields Seeds, Semans, SK, 306-524-2155(W), 306-524-4339 (H).

CERTIFIED CDC BETHUNE. Fraser Farms, Pambrun, SK. Phone 306-741-0475, email: foc@sasktel.net REG/CERT. CDC SORREL. Excellent quality. Early booking and volume discounts available. Northland Seeds Inc. Call Oscar or Lee 306-324-4315, Margo, SK. REG, CERT. CDC SORREL, Vimy. Palmier Seed Farms, moe.anita@sasktel.net, 306-472-3722, Lafleche, SK. CDC SORREL FLAX, reg. and cert. Phone 403-633-9999, www.fabianseedfarms.com Tilley, AB. CDC SORREL, BETHUNE. Fdn., Reg., and Cert. available. Terre Bonne Seed Farm 306-752-4810, 306-921-8594, Melfort, SK. CERT. AND REG. Sorrel flax. Ph Frederick Seeds at Watson, SK., 306-287-3977. FOUNDATION, REGISTERED AND/or certified CDC Sorrel, CDC Bethune. Berscheid Bros Seeds, Lake Lenore, SK. 306-368-2602, kb.berscheid@sasktel.net LAKESIDE SEEDS has Certified #1 CDC Sorrel flax for sale, excellent quality. Call 306-554-2078, Wynyard, SK. CERTIFIED PRAIRIE Grand Flax, Greenshields Seeds, 306-524-2155 (W), 306-524-4339 (W), Semans, SK. CERT. #1 CDC Sorrel. Call Fenton Seeds, Tisdale, SK., 306-873-5438. C E RT I F I E D C D C S O R R E L f l a x s e e d , $24/bu. Discounts available. VISA and MC accepted. Visit: www.LLseeds.ca for details. Phone 306-731-2843, Lumsden, SK.

CERT. #1 CDC GREENLAND. Wiens Seed Farm, 306-377-2002, Herschel, SK. REG. and CERT. CDC IMAX red lentils, high germ., low disease. Gregoire Seed Farms Ltd. 306-441-7851, 306-445-5516, North Battleford, SK. CDC IMPOWER CL, Reg. and Cert. #1, 98% germ, limited supply. Nakonechny Seeds 306-932-4409, Ruthilda, SK. SEED SPECIAL: Cert. CDC Imvincible, Greenland and Imax lentils. Call 306-694-2981, Moose Jaw, SK. CDC INVINCIBLE SMALL green lentils, registered. Lynwood Miller, Avonlea, SK. 306-868-7880. LAKESIDE SEEDS has Certified #1 CDC R e d R i d e r r e d l e n t i l s fo r s a l e . C a l l 306-554-2078, Wynyard, SK. CERT. GREENLAND and ROULEAU lentils. Phone 306-395-2652, Chaplin, SK. CERTIFIED CDC Maxim, CDC Improve, CDC Imigreen lentils, all clearfield varieties. Great condition, high germination. Discounts available. VISA and MC accepted. Visit: www.LLseeds.ca for details. Phone 306-731-2843, Lumsden, SK.

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CERT. #1 CDC Impala Clearfield lentils CUSTOM CLEANING AND bagging all types Fenton Seeds, Tisdale, SK., 306-873-5438. of mustard for seed or processing. Color sorting available. Also looking for low REG. CDC IMVINCIBLE CL small green g r a d e m u s t a r d . C a l l A c ke r m a n A g lentil. Call Blaine Sudom 306-868-7613, 306-638-2282, Chamberlain, SK. 306-868-4620, Avonlea, SK. CERT. CDC DAZIL and CDC Maxim CL; CDC Redcliff and CDC Redcoat. Reds. Fast Seed Farm, Kindersley, SK. 306-463-3626.

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Call GrainEx International Ltd. for current pricing at 306-885-2288, Sedley SK. %DUW Visit us on our website at: 3HWHU www.grainex.net BUYING RED AND GREEN LENTILS, all grades, farm pickup. Naber Specialty Grains Ltd., 1-877-752-4115, Melfort, SK. email: nsgl@sasktel.net SEED SPECIAL: Cert. CDC Impower. New Clearfield large green lentils w/better seed L O O K I N G T O B U Y b o r a g e s e e d . coat color. 306-694-2981, Moose Jaw, SK. 780-928-2621, 780-926-9107, La Crete AB SIMPSON SEEDS INC. has the newest lentil varieties such as CERTIFIED CDC Imvincible, CDC Dazil, CDC Redcliff, CDC Ruby and the exclusive to ssi CDC Iberina with a Production contract. Also we have many favorite varieties from past years. Call us at 306-693-9402, Moose Jaw, SK. SEED WHEAT, bought March 31, 2011 CDC IMAX CL, Reg., Cert. #1, larger red, from Fenton Seed Farm Ltd. Was not seedexcellent for splitting. CDC Maxim CL, ed due to wet spring and sold land in Reg., Cert., exc. performer. Nakonechny 2012; OATS, cleaned and bin run, no wild Seeds 306-932-4409, Ruthilda, SK. oats. Ph Nick 306-542-2297, Kamsack, SK. CERT. CDC MAXIM CL and fdn., cert. CDC Redberry lentils. Craswell Seeds Ltd., Strasbourg, SK, 306-725-3236. TOP QUALITY ALFALFA, variety of grasses REG., CERT. CDC GREENLAND, CDC and custom blends, farmer to farmer. Gary Improve, large green; CDC Maxim, red. Waterhouse 306-874-5684, Naicam, SK. Pa l m i e r S e e d F a r m s 3 0 6 - 4 7 2 - 3 7 2 2 , Y E L L O W B L O S S O M S W E E T C L OVE R , moe.anita@sasktel.net Lafleche, SK. cleaned and bagged. 306-652-7095, CERTIFIED CDC GREENLAND, CDC Maxim 306-961-7122, Borden, SK. and CDC Redcoat. Fraser Farms, Pambrun, COMMON #1 GRASSES, legumes, blends. SK. 306-741-0475, email: foc@sasktel.net Trawin Seeds, 306-752-4060, Melfort, SK. FORAGE BARLEY, Common, 2 row awnless. Humboldt, SK. 306-682-3028. CERT. #1 CDC Meadow; CDC Prosper; FOR ALL YOUR forage seed needs. Full line CDC Acer (Maple); Camry (Green). Fenton of alfalfa/grasses/blending. Greg Bjornson Seeds, Tisdale, SK., 306-873-5438. 306-554-3302 or 306-554-7987, Viking SEED SPECIAL: Certified CDC Pluto. New Forage Seeds, Wynyard, SK. high yielding green pea with very good bleaching resistance and good green color intensity. 306-694-2981, Moose Jaw, SK. RED PROSO COMMON MILLET WESTERN GRAIN certified seed available: CERISE n d c o m m o n C row n m i l l e t s e e d , CDC Meadow, CDC Striker, CDC Pat- a$0.40/lb., + germ., 0% Fusarium Grarick, CDC Pluto, CDC Tetris. Common minearum,90% makes great cattle feed, swath maple peas. Other varieties on request. grazed, silage, dry and silage bales, Ph. 306-445-4022, 306-441-6699, or email drought tolerant, very in protein and vicki@westerngrain.com North Battleford, energy. Delivered in 50high lb. bags at nearest SK, www.westerngrain.com points in SK. and AB. Call Reynald at Millet CERT. CDC PATRICK green peas, high King Seed of Canada Inc., St. Claude, MB., germ. and vigor. Wagon Wheel Seed Corp. 204-379-2987, 204-526-2719 leave msg, cell and text 204-794-8550, all calls reChurchbridge, SK, 306-896-2236. turned. Visit www.milletkingseeds.com REG/CERT. CDC SAGE, Cert. CDC email reynald@milletking.com Over 2000 Golden. Excellent quality. Early booking satisfied producers and our 9th year in and volume discounts available. Call Oscar business. or Lee 306-324-4315, Northland Seeds Inc. Margo, SK. FOUNDATION, REGISTERED, AND/or cer- YELLOW BLOSSOM SWEET CLOVER tailtified CDC Striker, CDC Patrick, CDC Mead- ings, approx 4000 lbs, in totes, .30Â˘/lb. ow and CDC Treasure. Berscheid Bros 306-270-6600 (leave message), Hague, SK Seeds, Lake Lenore, SK. 306-368-2602. kb.berscheid@sasktel.net

LAKESIDE SEEDS has Cert. #1 CDC Meadow yellow peas; Fdn, Reg., and Cert. GOLDEN FLAX SEED, 99% germ., 94% #1 Patrick green peas for sale, excellent vigor. Call 306-728-3217, Melville, SK. quality. 306-554-2078, Wynyard, SK. C E RT I F I E D TRE ASURE AND Patrick, Greenshields Seeds, 306-524-2155 (W), 306-524-4339, Semans, SK.

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WANTED FEED/ OFF-GRADE LENTILS or pulses and other heated, tough grains WHY NOT KEEP MARKETING SIMPLE? or screenings. Prairie Wide Grain, 306- You are selling feed grains. We are buying feed grains. Fast payment, with 230-8101, 306-716-2297, Saskatoon, SK. prompt pickup, true price discovery. Call LACKAWANNA PRODUCTS CORP. Buy- Gerald Snip, Jim Beusekom, Allen Pirness ers and sellers of all types of feed grain or Dave Lea at Market Place Commodities and grain by-products. Call 306-862-2723, Ltd., Lethbridge, AB. Ph.: 1-866-512-1711. Nipawin, SK. Email info@marketplacecommodities.com WEST CENTRAL SASK. feedlot purchasing Western Commodities Inc. b a r l ey . Prompt payment. Contact 306-962-3992, Eston, SK. TOP PRICES PAID FOR BUYING ALL TYPES of Feed Grains, Screenings and Off-Spec Canola. Payment is quick! Please call Joy Lowe or Scott Ralph at Wilde Bros. Ag Trading, Raymond, AB. Phone 1-877-752-0115 or email: wildebrosagtrading@gmail.com

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LARGE ROUND AND SMALL SQUARE, alfalfa and mixed, FDA approved. close to Regina, SK. 306-539-6123. HAY AND GRASS bales, flax, wheat and barley straw, 4x4 and 3x4 bales, delivery available. 403-223-8164 or 403-382-0068, Taber, AB. 2011 ALFALFA/ BROME, 1000, 1160 lb. bales, feed tested, 91 RFV, 56 TDN, 16 CP, $35/bale. 306-355-2250, Mortlach, SK. HAY FOR SALE. 2500 alfalfa or grass mix round netwrap bales, no rain. Straw also. Alan Coutts 306-463-8423, Marengo, SK. 700 ALFALFA/BROME 2011 round bales, approx. 1600 lbs., $25/bale. Located near Bienfait, SK. Call 306-421-0679. 290 ALFALFA BROME hard core JD big bales, no rain, $40 each. Phone 306-567-4645, Davidson, SK. 400 ALFALFA/BROME 5X6 JD bales, net wrapped, $36/ea. loaded. Delivery av a i l a b l e . P h o n e 3 0 6 - 2 5 9 - 4 9 2 3 o r 306-946-7923, Young, SK. 75 BALES FOR SALE: Alfalfa/Brome, 1400 lbs., net wrapped, no rain, $40/bale. 306-338-3346, Kuroki, SK. 2010/2011 ALFALFA and alfalfa mix bales. Approx 1000 avail. $27/2011, $22/2010. 306-933-0655 306-270-3703 Saskatoon Sk SECOND CUT ALFALFA hay, feed tested, dairy quality. Mike, 306-631-8779 or 306-691-5011, Moose Jaw, SK.

2011 HAY, 1400-1500 lbs, net wrapped, no rain, 70% alfalfa, 30% brome, $30/bale, l a r g e r o r d e r s n e g o t i a b l e . D e l i ve r y available. Stony Beach, SK. 306-533-0062, 306-345-2171. HIGH QUALITY, ALFALFA/GRASS mix, round bales, net wrapped, 1500 lbs., feed tested, $40/ton. Phone cell. 306-642-7584, Assiniboia, SK. 700 CERTIFIED ORGANIC alfalfa / Timothy /brome bales, approx. 1300 lbs., baled with NH 664, $50 per bale. 780-356-2352, 780-831-5116, Valhalla Centre, AB. COMPLETE HAY HAULING business, incl. loader w/engine heater, 4 truck trains, w/spare semi. Complete customer list throughout SK. and MB. Plus flax haul. 204-729-7297. 3X4 STRAW BALES for sale. 403-501-9307, Tilley, AB. RM 369: 2011 2nd cut alfalfa, 210 bales, 1850 lb, net wrapped, protein 19.5%, RFV 135. 306-716-3409, Humboldt, SK. 500 ALFALFA ROUND 2nd cut bales, no rain. Feed analysis available. 403-227-6692, Innisfail, AB. ALFALFA/BROME HAY, 4x8 square, avg. 1600 lbs., no rain, tarped. Contact Jim, Fort Quâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Appelle, SK, days 306-332-6221, night 306-332-3955. SMALL SQUARE BALES, alfalfa/grass, good quality, sheltered, $3 to $4.50 per bale. Phone 306-945-2378, Waldheim, SK. 350 LARGE ROUND hay bales, net wrapped for sale. 306-961-4682, Prince Albert, SK.

HAY AND STRAW for sale. Dairy quality, feeder hay, and grass hay, 3x4 square bales. 403-633-8835, Brooks, AB. STANDING FORAGE 100 acres of cattlemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mix hay and 600 acres alfalfa. Ph/fax: 306-228-3727, Unity, SK. ALFALFA AND BROME 400 soft core twine wrapped bales, approx. 1400 lbs., tested, $15 each OBO. 306-456-2497, M USGRAVE ENTERPRISES feed Weyburn, SK. Ph : 204.8 3 5.2527 2500 MEDIUM SQUARE Timothy hay bales, Fa x: 204.8 3 5.2712 horse quality, stored in hay shed; Also 400 FEED GRAINS WANTED: Wheat, Barley big round alfalfa/Timothy mix bales. and Durum; Also Oats, Peas and Flax. Pre- Phone 204-372-6937, Fisher Branch, MB. mium prices, FOB farm. Prompt payment. DURUM STRAW, 3x4 squares, $15. DelivStan Yaskiw, Birtle, MB, 1-866-290-7113. ery available. 306-631-8854, Moose Jaw, CONVENTIONAL AND ROUND UP ready SK. or email: bforge@sasktel.net grazing corn. CanaMaize Seed, E-mail: HARD CORE HAY bales and 2nd cut Alfalfa info@canamaize.com 1-877-262-4046. s i l a g e b a l e s , c a n d e l i v e r. P h o n e : 306-466-4401, Leask, SK.

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355- 1200/1300 lb. hard core alfalfa/ Timothy/brome bales; 200- no rain, $35, 155- slight rain, $25; 200 (2010)- 900 lbs., 125 w/no rain, $20; 75 w/rain, $15. Phone 306-921-6995 or 306-275-4911. len@tillagetools.com St. Brieux, SK. HAY FOR SALE: Pure alfalfa and alfalfa grass mix bales, 800 medium squares and 800 5x6 rounds, no rain, feed analysis available. Call Murray Faubert, Marengo, SK before 6 pm 306-463-9691; after 6 PM, 306-968-2921. SOLID CORE ROUND, small square: alfalfa, alfalfa grass, green feed, grass, straw. Delivered. 306-237-4582, Perdue, SK. JD HARD CORE alfalfa or alfalfa/ brome timothy mix. Call 306-542-8382, Pelly, SK. 2011 TOP QUALITY- 1000 round bales, mixed and alfalfa for sale. For info. call 306-421-3859, Estevan, SK. EXCELLENT QUALITY ALFALFA and/or alfalfa brome mix hay for sale. 1000 round bales at 1000 lbs. each, $25 each. Rosetown/Biggar, SK. area, 306-882-3165. 2011 ALFALFA MIX round bales, 1150 lbs., $25 each; also 2010 bales, $12 each. Weyburn, SK. 306-842-3532, 306-861-1827. SMALL SQUARE HAY bales, horse quality, alfalfa mix, $2 each, 200 or more, $1 each. 306-934-0092 Saskatoon, SK. BIG ROUND MIXED hay bales, no rain, $30 ea. loaded. Also, small square hay and straw bales, no rain. 15 kms SE of Saskatoon, SK. 306-955-1497, 306-229-9097. ALFALFA BROME LARGE round bales, 400 5x6 bales, 75% alfalfa 14% protein, $35/ea, take all $3250; 300 2010 bales 14.3% protein, take all $20/ea. Call 306-856-2013, Conquest, SK.

600+ NEW ALFALFA/MEADOW Brome round bales, quality hay. Your choice of 1500 or 1800 lbs., $40/bale. Easy access off Hwy #14. 306-329-4664, Asquith, SK. 250 EXCELLENT ALFALFA brome, no rain, $35/round bale, 1300+. 306-656-4541, Harris, SK. SMALL SQUARE mixed hay bales. Can deliver in SK. and AB. w/self-unloading semi; Also 114 second cut round bales. Barg Farms, 403-793-7461, Brooks, AB. 4x5 HARD CORE irrigated alfalfa brome bales, first cut $25, 2nd cut no rain $35. 306-867-8411, Outlook, SK.

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LARGE HARD CORE round alfalfa/ brome grass bales, 1500 lbs. plus. No rain, exc. condition, $30/bale; Second cut alfalfa 3.25¢/lb. Fine stem, lots of leaf baled during prime cond. 306-270-2893, Clavet, SK.

GOT COYOTES? I’m interested in purchas- FOUR 24.5x32R1 FIRESTONE tires, 10 ing all wild furs throughout SK. Contact for p l y, 3 0 % t r e a d , n o c r a c k s . C a l l p r i c e s a n d p i c k u p d e t a i l s . P h o n e 306-666-4403, Fox Valley, SK. 306-889-2070, text 306-865-0027 or email madtrapper@hotmail.ca Must have fur liFLAX STRAW BALES, 3x4 squares. Rea- cence or treaty number. DL# 88600973. sonably priced. 403-793-1705, Brooks, AB. NATIONAL SNOOKER TABLE, 4.5’x9’, slate, FOR SALE: CERTIFIED Organic wheat and c/w 3 sets of balls and accessories, $1600. oat straw big, round bales, average weight Phone 306-295-4062, Frontier, SK. 1550 lbs., $10/bale. 306-445-4850, North Battleford, SK.

LOBSTICK TRAVEL & TOURS. Victoria Spring tour April 15 numerous sites and train ride to Jasper; Alaska June 11 bus to Anchorage, board ship to Vancouver opt to fly home; Cossack with Ukraine and opt 8 day Poland ext June 26 riverboat cruise K i e v t o B l a c k S e a . w w w. l o b s t i c k . c a U-DRIVE TRACTOR TRAILER Training, 25 years experience. Day, 1 and 2 week 306-763-7415, 306-752-3830. upgrading programs for Class 1A, 3A and air brakes. One on one driving instructions. 306-786-6600, Yorkton, SK.

1000 Metric tonne of ALFALFA SILAGE in bags, located at Olds, AB. Dairy quality, AB OUTFITTING TAGS for sale, 4 elk tags, 6 0 % m o i s t u r e . 4 0 3 - 5 0 7 - 8 6 6 0 o r 12 MD tags, 4 WT tags. Near Sundre, AB. For more info. call 403-838-2383, Shawn. 403-994-0042. bschmitt@barr-ag.com LARGE ROUND alfalfa and alfalfa brome FLY-IN FISHING AND BEAR HUNTING bales, 1200 lbs., excellent quality. Phone lodge, 72 miles NE of Buffalo Narrows, SK, turnkey operation. If you have always 306-736-2277, 306-736-7034, Kipling, SK. wanted your own outfitting business this is 1000 ALFALFA/BROME mix, approx. 1600 the one for you. Owner financing available. lbs., netwrap bales, no rain. Call Sullivan 306-867-7725. Farms, 306-463-3678, Flaxcombe, SK. OUTFITTING CAMP FOR SALE, Zone 62: PURE ALFALFA, alfalfa/grass, brome/wild 16 bear, 23 White-tailed deer, 8 moose grass round bales, 2011/2012. Feed tags, 1 out-camp, incl. log cabins, pontoon analysis done, hard core, 1200-1300 lbs boat, stands, diesel generator, etc. Locateach and put up dry. Clavet, SK. Phone ed in northern Sask. Serious inquiries only. 306-931-4597 (leave message). 306-547-5524, Preeceville, SK. TOP QUALITY small square second cut FOR SALE: OUTFITTER license w/migratohay, excellent horse hay. 306-773-6996, ry and upland game bird endorsement in Zones 35-40, and big game endorsement Swift Current, SK. for non-resident Whitetail Deer in Zone 57. LARGE STRAW BALES and hay bales, mesh Contact Allan at: 306-439-2178, Stony w r a p p e d . P h o n e 3 0 6 - 2 8 3 - 4 7 4 7 o r Rapids, SK. 306-220-0429, Langham, SK.

WATERBOY SOLAR PRODUCTS has water delivery systems for your Farm, Ranch or irrigation project. Waterboy Solar also sells grid-tie solar systems that are 100% pre-built and CSA approved. Just connect to your service panel and you’re done!! These systems come in 5 kW, 10 kW and custom sizes. All systems qualify for the “growing forward” and other incentives. Call 780-569-5119 or www.solarpumps.ca

5X4 ROUND HARD CORE Alfalfa and Alfalfa/grass bales, 2011 is $20 and 2010 is $10; Also 2010 small squares, $1.25/ea. 9000 GAL. TANK, 2 compartments, 2 man Phone 306-726-4569, Southey, SK. holes, not certified. Would be good for waBUYING PURE ALFALFA STANDING for ter or liquid fertilizer, sits on cradles, 2 0 1 2 h a r ve s t , d r y l a n d o r i r r i gat e d . $1000 OBO. 204-669-9626, Winnipeg, MB. 403-507-8660 or 403-994-0042, Olds, AB. POLY TANKS: 15 to 10,000 gallons; Bladbschmitt@barr-ag.com der tanks from 220 to 88,000 gal; Water GOOD QUALITY HAY, AB and BC, big and liquid fertilizer; Fuel tanks, single and r o u n d s . C a l l f o r d e l i v e r y p r i c e s . double wall; Truck and storage, gas or dsl. Wilke Sales, 306-586-5711, Regina, SK. 403-758-3041, Magrath, AB. ALFALFA HARD CORE round bales, net wrap, approx. 1500 lbs., loading and trucking available. Standing alfalfa, by the lb. or share. Ph or fax 306-228-3727, Unity SK SHUR-LOK TRUCK TARPS and replacement GRASS/ALFALFA MIXED BALES. Contact tarps for all makes of trucks. Alan, Steve Dryden at 204-838-2352, Virden, 306-723-4967, 306-726-7808, Cupar, SK. MB. or email: sdryden@rfnow.com TARPCO, SHUR-LOK, MICHEL’S sales, installations, repairs. Canadian ROUND ALFALFA BALES, approx. 1200 service, We carry aeration socks. We l b s . , l i t t l e t o n o r a i n , $ 3 0 . C a l l company. now carry electric chute openers for grain 306-494-7131, Kerrobert, SK. trailer hoppers. 1-866-663-0000.

FERTILIZER- Phosphate, Gypsum and Compost. Phosphate and gypsum are OMRI approved for organic. The compost is approved for organic use by WSAD. This soft rock phosphate is used by organic and regular farmers with positive results. Contact Bartzen Ag Supply Ltd. 306-242-4553 or email: lbartzen@shaw.ca

RYE WANTED. Top $$ paid for good quality rye high and low falling number. References available. 204-764-2450, Hamiota, MB.

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Hours: 8:00 AM- 4:30 PM. BRUNSWICK POOL TABLE, 6’x12’ with all MICHELIN AND BRIDGESTONE grader accessories and cues. 306-272-4620 after t i r e s 1 7 R 2 5 , a s k i n g $ 1 5 0 e a c h . 6 PM, Foam Lake, SK. 306-675-4970, Leross, SK. RAM POWER SNARES, Conibear traps, SAVE UP TO $4800. 10- 520/85R46’s, fur handling equipment. For free catalogue Firestone Radial DT 23, new, $2200 each. email kdgordon@sasktel.net or call C a l l D a r r e n 2 0 4 - 7 2 7 - 7 9 3 8 o r G r e g 306-862-4036, Nipawin, SK. 204-573-7866, Brandon, MB. BUYING GUNS of all kinds and gun parts. MANY LARGE SCRAPER TIRES for sale, $200 each. 204-532-2231, Binscarth, MB. 780-872-2832, Paradise Hill, SK.

NEW 20.8-38 12 PLY $866; 18.4-38 12 ply $783; 24.5-32 14 ply $ 1749; 14.9-24 12 ply $356; 16.9-28 12 ply $498. Factory direct. More sizes available new and used. 1-800-667-4515. www.combineworld.com SET OF MICHELIN 16.9x30, 10 ply, on JD rims; set of Goodyear 16.9x30, 10 ply, d u a l k i t o f f J D ; 1 c e n t r e fi t s J D. 306-961-1037, Harris, SK. WANTED: TWO 23.1x26 rice tires, in good condition. Selling: Two 23.1x26 Diamond tread tires, in good condition. Phone 306-675-2140, Kelliher, SK.

BROADACRE: LARGE GRAIN farm located Ituna, SK. is seeking experienced Truck Drivers and Machine Operators. Seasonal and permanent full-time positions available. Farm experience essential, driver’s license required and Class 1A an asset. Email/fax resume careers@broadacre.ca 306-382-3337, visit broadacre.ca DRIVE CLYDES in BC Fort Steele Heritage town is looking for Teamsters for June to Sept. 2012. Applicant must be able to work with the public and enjoy talking with p e o p l e . P l e a s e fo r w a r d r e s u m e t o tyler.setzer@fortsteele.bc.ca or fax to 250-489-2624.

MICHELIN XTLA 20.5 R25 new loader tires, excellent tires for all season. Excellent winter tires. $10,500 for all 4. Can deliver. 204-743-2324, Cypress River. MB.

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HORSE TRAINER - RANCH HAND PASTURE MANAGER. These are a few careers you’re ready for after completing the 1 year Western Ranch and Cow Horse program at Lakeland College. Phone Rachel at: 1-800-661-6490, ext. 8579 or visit www.lakelandcollege.ca

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EXPERIENCED full time / seasonal / seeding and harvest help wanted for modern grain farm in Indian Head, SK. Successful applicant should be skilled at operating and maintaining farm equipment, have or be willing to get a class 1A license and able to work independently. An understanding of agrology for spraying crops would also be an asset. Farm offers good work environment and competitive wages, including a benefits plan. Please send resume to: tim@hciventures.ca or call Tim at 306-530-7593 for more information.

PRAIRIES WATER TREATMENT LTD., High River, AB. (www.myclfree.com) Servicing BC. AB. SK. and MB. Oxydate and ionize single tap to whole house to commercial units. No salt, no chlorine, no chemicals. built and guaranteed. Now with 2- GOODYEAR RICE TIRES, 28Lx26, tread Custom softening and scale control capaexcellent, $1600 each; 8- Titan 18.4x34’s. water bilities. Ph or email for info and free quote. 306-642-3225, Assiniboia, SK. 403-620-4038. prairieswater@gmail.com WANTED: 20.8X34 TRACTOR tires. Phone FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE REQUIRED on pedi204-773-2868, Russell, MB. greed seed/grain farm near Govan, SK. Job would include: Working in seed cleaning plant; Trucking; Operating and mainJAY-CEE WELDING LTD in Brooks, AB. Ac- taining all farm equipment. Good work cepting applications for experienced ethic, mechanical skills and 1A license an welders/fabricators. Ph 403-362-6807. Fax Wages dependant on experience. 1981 GURUTZPE 32”x120” metal lathe, resume to: 403-362-2106 or e-mail: asset. Relocation assistance available. Apply with 10” spindle bore, 2-four jaw chucks, taper josh.clow@jayceewelding.com resume to: Kevin Yauck, Box 323, Govan, attachment, steady rest, multifix tool post SK, S0G 1Z0. Phone 306-484-4555 or and cross slide has been converted to ball email: yauckseedfarm@sasktel.net screw, 220V/480V 3 PH motor. Asking $39,500; Brand new 2011 MODERN metal REQUIRED APRIL 15th - November 15th: lathe, 18”x60” with 3-1/8” spindle bore, FOR SALE: WATER WELL drilling rig, May- Building and equipment repair and light c/w 3 jaw, 4 jaw, steady rest, follower hew 1000. 780-675-4405, Athabasca, AB. maintenance. Good physical condition. rest, taper attach, quick change tool post Driver’s licence. Some skills with equipand face plate, 220V 3 PH motor. Asking HAYTER DRILLING LTD. Over 50 yrs in ment operation beneficial but not essen$9800, new price $17,000; Universal hori- groundwater industry specializing in 5” - tial. Will train the right applicant. $15/hr. zontal #5 CINCINNATI mill w/vertical 30” wells. Premium quality materials used t o s t a r t . F a x 3 0 6 - 5 4 5 - 0 9 2 3 , c a l l head, runs excellent, just ran out of space. in new construction. Old well servicing and 877-806-8482, Abernathy, SK. Very heavy machine, 50 HP, 220V/480V, 3 rehab. New equipment and experienced FULL-TIME FARM FEEDLOT position P H m o t o r, A s k i n g $ 4 5 0 0 . C a l l C o r y crews. 1-888-239-1658, Watrous, SK. available on farm located halfway between 306-483-2376, 306-483-7053, Oxbow, SK STAUBER DRILLING INC. Water well Moose Jaw and Regina, SK. House supconstruction and servicing, exploration plied. Must have valid driver’s license, be and geotechnical drilling. Professional ser- mechanically inclined and physically fit. vice since 1959. Call the experts at Experience a necessity. References required. Phone Larry at 306-345-2523 or 1-800-919-9211 info@stauberdrilling.com fax 306-345-2085. OPPORTUNITY FOR AN experienced farm Uk ra in e/Ro m a n ia labourer. We are looking for someone who ~ June 2012 can operate farm equipment, who has a En gla n d /S co tla n d /Irela n d /W a les valid Class 1 drivers licence and is outgoing and not scared to work. Wages will be ~ June 2012 competitive and negotiated on experience. Eu ro pea n Cru is es 2012 Phone 204-483-0025, Hartney, MB. ~ Call for details EXPERIENCED EQUIPMENT ROWCROP Au s tra lia /N ew Zea la n d OPERATOR required seasonal part-time ~ Jan/Feb 2013 starting May 1st. Mechanical knowledge a S o u th Am erica must. Phone 306-353-4415, Riverhurst, SK, or email: terryandjoe@sasktel.net ~ Feb 2013 Tours m a y b e Ta x Ded uc tib le. EQUIPMENT OPERATORS REQUIRED for spring seeding operations. We run new Se le ct Holida ys and late model equipment and offer top 1- 800- 661- 432 6 pay. Will provide room and board. Majority w w w .selectho lid a ys.co m of work is 1 hour east of Saskatoon, SK. Contact Lee 306-867-3046, 306-962-3992. Email: lthansen@xplornet.com GRAIN FARM REQUIRES mechanically inclined, organized, full-time employee. Class 1 license an asset. Some cattle work may be required periodically. Housing available. May lead to partial management position. 780-608-0653, Strome, AB.

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FARM EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Modern grain farm close to Saskatoon requires experienced equipment operators for seeding operations. Wages will be competitive depending on experience. P l e a s e fo r w a r d r e s u m e v i a f a x t o : 306-249-2727, email: dwooff@sasktel.net FULL-TIME POSITION AVAILABLE on large, mixed farm. Duties include feeding and handling of livestock, fencing, field work, maintenance, and other farming activities. Vehicle for farm use and accommodation provided. For more info please call 780-745-2540, Paradise Valley, AB. FULL-TIME HORSE TRAINER. Duties incl.: general farm labour, and riding and training horses. Must have experience from colts starting to finishing. Competitive wages. Room and board provided. Email resume to: oharamite@yahoo.com MIXED GRAIN/COW-CALF Operation looking for reliable, self motivated, full-time farm workers. Duties include operation and maintenance of cropping machinery, care of livestock and calving. Experience with livestock and machinery operation an asset. Must have valid driver’s license and be willing to work long hours in peak seasons. Basic training wage $11/hr. Accommodation provided. Send resume with references to gmdigby@iewireless.ca or fax 204-564-2107, Dropmore, MB. ASTUTE HERDSPERSON for 350 cow Ponoka, AB. dairy. Excellent remuneration. Send resume to: juliashanae@yahoo.com FULL TIME EXPERIENCED ranch hand required for cow/calf ranch and backgrounding operations in East Central AB. (Consort). Farm knowledge and/or cattle handling ability an asset. Salary based on experience. Housing (on site) w/utilities included and vehicle provided, for business purposes. Benefits package available. If interested please submit resume to: marcr@netago.ca or call: 403-577-3553 or 403-578-8508. GENERAL FARM WORKER/harvest laborer, March 15, 2012 - December 31, 2012. Gallagher’s Precision Harvesting, Vermilion, AB. has 12 seasonal jobs: Plant/cultivate/harvest crops and service machinery/make in-field repairs. Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, 3 months exp. required, $2671/mo, 40 hours/wk. Contact Shawn Gallagher, 701-425-8400. WANTED SEASONAL FULL-TIME HELP on grain farm near Fillmore, SK., April 15 to Oct. 30. Duties include operating farm equipment as well as general farm work. Housing available. Wage $15 to $20/hr depending on experience. Fax resume to 306-722-3780 or call 306-861-2195. FEEDLOT WORKER We are looking for an ambitious worker to feed sheep, operate farm equipment and do general farm labour. Ph: 204-727-5021 or 204-729-7791, fax: 204-727-7731, Brandon, MB. or email: rleitch@mts.net WANTED: FARM WORKERS with Class 1 license to pull Super B grain and hay trailers. Mostly local hauling. Also capable of r u n n i n g f a r m e q u i p m e n t . C a l l M i ke 306-469-7741, Big River, SK. SEMI-RETIRED PERSON WANTED to help on mixed farm. Nonsmoker. Housing supplied. Drumheller, AB. Ph 403-823-9977.

GOOD RELIABLE RANCH HELP wanted. Must be able to calve cows, fence, operate harvest equip. and be willing to assist in day to day duties of large mixed farm/ feedlot. Capable applicants only, good wages. Strome, AB. Fax resume w/references to: 780-376-0000, Ph 780-376-2241 KLATT HARVESTING is now looking for combine and truck drivers for the 2012 US and Cdn. harvest. All applicants must have farm experience, pass dot drug testing and have no criminal record. Class 1 drivers or ability to obtain Class 1 will be given preference but combine and cart operators don’t necessarily need Class 1. Travel the US, an experience you can obtain no other way! Email resume to klattk@hotmail.com or fax 403-867-2751, Foremost, AB. Visit our website at: klattfarms.synthasite.com YEAR ROUND EMPLOYEE needed on a feedlot, cow/calf and grain farm located east of Carberry, MB. Looking for responsible, highly motivated person. Experience is required for operating farm machinery and cattle handling. Class 1 license and ROWLAND SEEDS, one of the largest farm s h o p e x p e r i e n c e i s a n a s s e t . C a l l family businesses in southern Alberta, is 204-724-6093, or 204-466-2939 evenings. looking for full-time employees for farming operations as Farm Manager. Competi- AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY FULL-TIME tive salary depending on experience. The permanent position on mixed farm near candidate must understand and operate Provost, AB. Experience and Class 3 an asthe farm business operations, maintain set but will train non-smoking, energetic, farm machinery and equipment, and have enthusiastic and positive applicants. Dugood mechcnical skills. Ph: 403-223-8164 ties incl. operating and maintaining farm equipment, working w/cows and completor Email: info@rowlandseeds.com ing daily feedlot and farm chores. Inquire RANCH HELP: Position available on 700 about on-farm housing. Email resume and cow/calf ranch, near Duchess, AB. Calving, references to bhawken@xplornet.com or feeding, doctoring, irrigating and haying, fax 780-753-2701. Ph Brad 780-753-0665. etc. Irrigation and mechanical skills an asset. Housing available. Contact Jackie at WANTED RANCH EMPLOYEE, Merritt, 403-378-4466 or 403-793-7345 or email: BC. Permanent full-time, all around ranch work on 850 cow/calf, 900 irrigated acres gorkay@eidnet.org of cropland and grassland, including maFARM MANAGER WANTED for 10,000 chinery operation, crops, riding, range and acre modern grain farm in Indian Head, cattle. Housing provided and benefits inSK. Successful applicant should be skilled cluding dental plan, paid vacation. Wages at: Creating and executing crop plans and negotiable according to experience. Send budgets. Managing supplier relationships. resume to: info@ranchland.ca or fax: Hiring, training, and managing farm em- 250-378-4956. ployees. Operating and maintaining farm COMMUNITY PASTURE RIDER, north of equipment. Have strong understanding of Bow Island, AB. Must provide own horses. agrology for spraying crop. Have or be Housing not supplied. Rick 403-545-6614. willing to get a Class 1A license and able to work and co-ordinate with corporate of- FULL-TIME HELP WANTED on grain farm fice. Farm offers good work environment near Corning, SK. Housing close by, and competitive wages, including a bene- suitable for family. Class 1A is an asset, fits plan. Send resume to Tim Graham at experience will reflect wage. Fax resume to 306-224-4546 or call 306-224-4441. tim@hciventures.ca or call 306-530-7593. YOUNG, AGGRESSIVE FARMER looking to FARM LABOURERS WANTED: Includes work on grain farm operation in Sas- room and board, other jobs may include katchewan. For more info please call Kevin carpentry and construction, will train. 780at 519-272-5383. 902-2108, 780-920-7360, Edmonton, AB.

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FULL-TIME MECHANIC/RANCH HAND position available on a very large ranch in southern AB. This individual will have primary responsibility for maintenance of ranch equipment and facilities. Additional responsibilities will include cattle work from both horseback and foot. Must be a team player. Excellent benefits and housing provided. Wage dependant on experience. Phone: Deseret Ranches 403-634-6451 for details or email resume: dbevans@ari-slc.com FEEDLOT IN WEST central AB requires fulltime personnel. Must have cattle health and machinery operation exp. Must be a team player and able to work flexible hours incl. some weekends. Must have a valid drivers licence. Competitive wages, health benefits, RSP and housing avail. on site at low rates. Phone 780-725-2430 fax resume 780-723-6245 Niton Junction, AB. HERDSMAN WITH EXPERIENCE required for cow/calf and feedlot NW of Edmonton, AB. Duties include calving, preventative animal health and treatments, record keeping and general farm duties. Wages $16.50/hr. Apply to: Paul Meunier and Sons Farms Ltd, Barrhead, AB. Fax or email meunierfarms@mcsnet.ca WANTED: RELIABLE GENERAL farm worker. Housing available. Good wages. Phone 403-739-2230, Enchant, AB. SEASONAL FULL-TIME LABOURER, required on a large pedigreed seed/commercial grain farm, near Margo, SK (N.E. Sask.). Looking for a positive individual who is team oriented and driven to work towards a common goal. Job duties will include different machinery operations that will vary based on experience and ability to learn. We operate with modern practices and equipment. Housing assistance is available. Class 1A an asset. Wages will be based on experience with potential bonus incentives. Please send resume to: lee.j@northlandseeds.com or fax to: 306-324-2088. Phone 306-324-4315. IMMEDIATE FULL-TIME PERMANENT position on grain farm near Sceptre, SK. Farming experience required. Class 1A an asset. Duties include: operating and maintaining machinery, hauling grain and general farm duties. Wage based on experience. Call Joel at 306-628-8338. COW/CALF OPERATION is hiring for cow herd care and management. Calving thru to weaning. Long term position avail. for the right person. 403-363-4074, Brooks AB 70 HEAD DAIRY FARM looking for herdsperson/farm labourer. Wage based on experience. Housing available. Send resumes to: swissdreamfarm@hotmail.com or call Ray at 204-724-5503, Wawanesa, MB. FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT to help operate large cow/calf and backgrounding operation in Southern SK. Applicant must have exp w/cattle, Class 1A license and mechanical skills. 306-520-8161, Regina, SK. PINHORN GRAZING located in SE AB, is hiring 2 experienced cowboys for the 2012 season, April 15 to October 31. Must provide your own horses. Bunkhouse provided. Chad 403-868-2105, Manyberries, AB. SEEDING OPERATORS REQUIRED in Western Australia. Are you looking for an agricultural adventure in Australia? Like to earn some good money whilst broadening your experience? We are recruiting for our seeding period commencing April 25 2012. If you have a farming background and can operate broadacre cropping equipment, we have a range of well paid positions available. You must be aged between 18-30 and qualify for a Working Holiday Visa to Australia. For more info email andrew@thejobshop.com.au SEASONAL FARM LABOURER HELP. Applicants should have previous farm experience and mechanical ability. Duties include operation of machinery, including: Tractors, truck driving and other farm equipment, as well as general farm laborer duties. $12-$18/hr depending on experience. Contact Wade Feland at 701-263-1300, Antler, ND.

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FARM HAND WANTED, Macklin, SK. area. Duties include operating and maintaining large farm machinery and livestock equipment. General farm duties for mixed farm, grain and cattle farm background an asset. Contact Brian or Pat Kidd with resume by fax 306-753-3325 or email to FARM EMPLOYMENT! We can help find kidd_brian@hotmail.com you a good employee or find you a good Ag related job. Ag Employ Alberta, email FARM EQUIPMENT MECHANIC required with post secondary diploma or University agjobs@xplornet.com - Ph. 403-732-4295. equivalent. Full-time permanent position WANTED: RELIABLE PERSON on grain on large grain farm near Lampman, SK. and gravel operation in South Saskatche- Duties: Inspecting/ diagnosing equip. for wan. Phone 306-268-4371. proper maintenance, adjust, repair, reparts and components on equipCOW/CALF OPERATION requires person place operate all farm machinery. Class for general farm and ranch work. Calving ment, licence an asset. $3600 per month and pasture riding experience necessary. 1A based on experience/ education. Please House w/utilities and appliances supplied. apply w/resume and references by email Consort, AB. Phone 403-577-0011 or email to: ole.michaelsen@web.de Phone: references to: u2dryad4@hotmail.com 306-487-7816. DAIRY HERDSPERSON / DAIRY WORKER for 100 cow tie-stall barn. Rental accom- WANTED: FARM LABOURERS able to modation avail. Wages negotiable depend- run farm equipment on cattle/grain farm. ing on experience. Contact 306-771-4318, F u l l - t i m e wo r k ava i l a b l e . C a l l M i ke 306-469-7741, Big River, SK. Balgonie, SK. LOOKING FOR person or persons to look FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT opportunity on after farm yard on occasion which includes grain farm and seed cleaning plant in west horses, dogs; in exchange for mostly furcentral Sask. Close to Lake Diefenbaker. nished newer dwelling on farm yard. More References and valid drivers’ license re- interested in long term arrangement. Must quired. Wages dependant on experience be non-smoker and not lack ambition. but willing to train the right person. Con- Drayton Valley, AB area. Fax resumes to: tact: Lore 306-867-7735 or 306-243-4227 780-542-6467 or email: wyakin@telus.net or email to: lvingell@sasktel.net COR VAN RAAY FARMS LTD., one of CanaFARMHAND WANTED for 8000 acres grain da’s largest, state of the art feedlot’s, refarm. Must have Class 1A license. Wage quires an ASSISTANT FEEDLOT FOREdependant upon experience. Possible year MAN to work in a clean, modern facility in round work. Fax resume to 306-948-3413 Southern Alberta. This position will require or call 306-948-3450, Biggar, SK. an individual to assist the foreman with the following feedlot operations: DelegatSEEDING AUSTRALIA, Belair Farms is a ing responsibility among 8-10 employees; broad acre cropping farm near Esperance, Overseeing all aspects of cattle care and Western Australia seeking experienced handling; Maintaining day-to-day operaseeding operators from mid-April until tions of a feedlot; Monitoring feedmill and mid-June. Car and new accommodation feed truck activities; Penriding, cattle provided. Check our Belair Farms on Face- treating, processing and shipping; Using a book or Youtube. Please email for inquir- computerized cattle inventory system. The ies: jasonv27@bigpond.com position is long-term and will provide excellent wages with health benefits. If you LONESOME SPRUCE SEED Farm is seeking wish to join a leader in the cattle industry a full-time year round general farm for a challenging and fulfilling leadership worker. Farm located just South of Fair- career please contact Duncan Mackey view, AB. Primarily wheat and canola pro- 403-738-4528, fax 403-738-4435, email: duction. Salary $15- $25/hr. depending on duncan@vanraayfarms.com experience and skills. Reliable, dependable applicants send resume with references to AJL FARMS is seeking full-time help to kramerj1@telusplanet.net Please inquire operate and maintain modern farm and at 780-835-9252 for more job details, farm construction equipment. Year round work including general shop and yard maintephotos or to come for a visit. nance. Must be mechanically inclined. Benefits, RRSP plan and competitive wage. Fax or email resume to 780-723-6245, rgajlfarms@xplornet.com Phone FULL-TIME YEAR ROUND FARM employ- 780-723-6244, Niton Junction, AB. ment available immediately on a large progressive grain farm, 25 min. from Regina, PERSON REQUIRED FOR calving starting SK. Looking for: truck drivers with Class 1 March 1st. Experienced horse rider would license; Equip. operators and general help. be an asset. Wage depend upon experiMultiple positions avail, well suited for a ence. Phone 306-753-2667, Macklin, SK. couple who would like to live on a farm or EXPANDING LARGE GRAIN FARM near a single person looking to get out of the Regina, SK, has 3 (permanent and seasoncity. Furnished housing provided at yard al) employment opportunities open for ensite. Training and competitive wages for ergetic, responsible and motivated perthe right candidate. Jordan: 306-359-3448 sons. Competitive wages with scheduled or email: jordan@kingslandcapital.ca time off and performance bonuses. Furnished accommodations with utilities and FAMILY FARM IS expanding. Looking for 1 s at e l l i t e T V s u p p l i e d . A 1 t r a i n i n g or 2 good workers. Duties include: Feeding available. Contact 306-536-5118 or fax cattle, calving, seeding, trucking fencing, resume 306-776-2517. e ve r y d ay c h o r e s . R o o m a n d b o a r d available. Wages negotiable. Phone WANTED: ASSISTANT CUTTING HORSE Trainer, for top Alberta trainer, Calgary, 780-367-2387, Willingdon, AB. AB. area. Starting colts, chores, farm/ LOOKING FOR SEASONAL full-time help ranch work, shows, etc. Room and board for a grain farm in SE Sask. Must be willing a v a i l a b l e . F a x / e m a i l a p p l i c a t i o n to work long hrs during seeding and har- 403-935-4119, reinhardt@efirehose.net vest. Must be mechanically inclined with Call Doug Reinhardt 403-935-2353. farm experience and Class 1A drivers license w/clean abstract. Wages negiotable. FULL OR PART-TIME HELP wanted on southern Sask farm. Duties include operaKurt Freitag 306-487-3228, Lampman, SK. tion and maintenance of machinery and general farm work. Flexible hours. House available. 306-642-5806, Assiniboia, SK. ROWLAND SEEDS, one of the largest farm AG MECHANIC/MACHINE OPERATOR family businesses in southern Alberta, is We are currently recruiting for a Mechan- looking for full-time employees for farmic/Machine Operator. If you are a hard ing operations as Farm Labourer. Competiworking mechanically inclined person with tive salary depending on experience. The farm machinery experience, we would like candidate must understand and operate to talk to you. Safe work environment, ex- the farm business operations, maintain cellent wages and bonus potential, modfarm machinery and equipment, and have ern equipment to operate, heated shop. good mechanical skills. Ph: 403-223-8164 Phone Chad Haskey 306-338-2773 or fax or email: info@rowlandseeds.com resume to 306-338-2793, Wadena, SK. LARGE FARM WITH metal manufacturing shop looking for full-time help. Duties range from driving farm equipment to welding and machining. Wages vary upon experience. Call Jason 306-642-3315, Assiniboia, SK.

LARGE COW/CALF RANCH and backgrounding operation requires full-time cowboys/ pencheckers. Wages negotiable. Call Mike 306-469-7741, Big River, SK.

STRATHMORE AREA FARM and ranch is seeking a self-motivated, mechanically inclined employee for machinery maintenance and operation. $18-$25/hr. Class 1 preferred. Email: damenpm@xplornet.ca Call Paul at: 403-325-0118 or fax resume to: 403-901-1550.

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SASKATOON, SK. IRRIGATION FARM requires an experienced person for day to day operations. Working with existing personnel, applicants must have experience in seeding and harvesting as well as overall good agronomic skills. 1A an asset. Position is full-time. Fax interest and resume to: 306-374-1196 or call 306-221-5829.

SUNTERRA MEATS, TROCHU, AB. is looking for a Maintenance Technician to join their maintenance team at their slaughter facility. Successful candidate needs to be mechanically inclined. Plumbing, electrical and welding experience essential. Preference for journeyman classification. Accommodations may be available, moving allowance provided. Starting wage of $20-$35/hr. depending on experience, group benefits after 3 months. For more info. contact Trish at 403-442-4202 or send resume to: trish.hyshka@sunterra.ca

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SHOP/ROAD FOREMAN AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS REQUIRED: The RM of Willow Creek No. 458 is accepting resumes until February 29, 2012 for the positions of shop/road foreman, mower operator and truck driver. The positions of mower operator and truck driver are seasonal and hourly wages will depend on previous experience. The foreman’s position is full time and the successful applicant must be able to supervise up to 6 employees and complete paperwork as required. Experience with road graders/snow plows or 1A driver’s license is an asset. All applicants must possess a valid driver’s license and name 3 references. Call 306-863-4143 for more information. Resumes may be mailed to The RM of Willow Creek No. 458, Box 05, Brooksby, SK, S0E 0H0. or fax to 306-863-2366, or email to: rm458@staffcomm.com

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TRAIL GUIDES, Back Country cooks, Sleigh Drivers, Stable Manager, Desk Receptionist, and Farm and Ranch Hand positions available. Please send resume and references to horses@brewsteradventures.com or fax 403-673-2100, Banff, AB. TEMP. FULL-TIME BEEKEEPER ASSISTANT. Includes heavy lifting, must have valid drivers license. Starting April til October. Email resume nsplettfam@agapemail.com or fax 204-966-3566, Eden, MB. ROBLIN AUTO BODY is currently looking for a Motor Vehicle Body Repairer (metal and paint). Looking for someone who is mature, reliable and has a positive attitude. Competitive wages and benefits available. Please send resume by email to r o b l i n a u t o b o dy @ m t s . n e t o r b y f a x 204-937-8203 atten. Kaleigh, Roblin, MB SALES AGRONOMIST REQUIRED, GJ Chemical Co. Ltd. in Altona MB is looking for a full time Agronomist/salesperson. We are a full service retail dealing in: Seed, seed treatment, seed and pest management chemicals, liquid fertilizers, custom application by air and ground, crop planning, crop scouting, and soil sampling. Duties will include: Crop planning, crop scouting, pest management recommendations; Providing services and products to our customers; Developing relationships with our current and new customers; Day to day operations at retail as needed. Must be willing to learn all aspects of this retail. Experience in agronomy/retail is an asset but we are willing to train and assist an individual that shows interest in making this line of work a career and has some background in agriculture. (ie. farm background or Diploma or Degree in Agriculture). We will provide a competitive salary and benefits. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please send resume to: GJ Chemical Co. Ltd, Box 1648, Altona, MB. ROG OBO, Attention Ted.

PARTS PERSO N REQ UIRED Provost/Lloydm inster and area Land Base BEEKEEPERS AND FARM OPERATORS WANTED for 2012 season. 2 positions available. Experience necessary. Wages $12.95/hr. Fax 306-937-2095. Battleford, SK. Email Stuart at: stuhoney@yahoo.com

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SEASONAL FOREMAN REQUIRED: Able G ra tto n Co u lee Agri Pa rts Ltd ., to operate buggy, grader and backhoe. 3A license required. Wages negotiable based B o x 4 1,Irm a ,AB T0B 2H 0 o r on experience. Send resumes by March 16, S en d Fa x to 780-75 4 -2333. 2012 to: R.M. of Big Quill #308, Box 898, Wynyard, SK, S0A 4T0. Fax: 306-554-3935 ORGANIC MARKET GARDEN requires or e-mail: rm308@sasktel.net full-time summer field manager. Full-time employment available if interested. Must be able to work independently w/minimum supervision. Must have significant gardening exp. Mechanically inclined an NEEDED! CARETAKER FOR 2012 Park sea- asset. Wages negotiable according to exp. son at Cabri Regional Park. Caretaker is Reply to: Steve Guenther, Osler, SK. Email: responsible for maintenance of all park sjjguenther@sasktel.net equipment, garbage disposal, sites, roads, grass and all other duties required by Ca- HORSEBACK GUIDES, PACKERS and bri Regional Park Board. Candidate must Backcountry cooks for seasonal employbe mechanically inclined and self-motivat- ment, Jasper, AB. Call 780-865-4021. ed to work independently. Please email resumes to: cabriregionalpark@gmail.com RM OF WAVERLEY #44 EQUIPMENT Operators Required. 1.) Full-time, year or call: 306-587-7755. round Foreman/Grader Operator, 2.) F/T RED ROCK NURSERY is accepting applica- seasonal Grader Operator. 3.) Full-time tions for Greenhouse Labourers. Duties to seasonal Mower Operator/General Labourinclude: Seeding, thinning, transplanting, er. Approximate start date April 1, 2012. weeding and harvesting of trees. Starting Please submit resumes stating work expenow. Wage rate is $9.40 per hour w/40 to rience, references and salary expectations 50 hours per week, 7 days per week. by March 7, 2012 to: Box 70 Glentworth, Please mail resume to: Box 40046, RPO SK. S0H 1V0, or fax to 306-266-2077. For more information call 306-266-4920. Southridge, Medicine Hat, AB, T1B 4S6. EXPERIENCED HIGH CLEARANCE Sprayer Operator required. Competitive wages. Call Verne or Keith 306-259-4881 or 306-946-9513, Young, SK. BEEKEEPERS AND BEEKEEPER helpers required for 2012 season. Apiary Technician, starting at $13.33/hr., 3+ yrs experience. Apiary Worker, starting at $11.04/hr., min. 1 yr. experience. Apiary Harvesters (7 positions), starting at $10.07/hr., no exper. required, will train. Seasonal full-time employment - April to October. Hilbert Honey Co. Ltd., ph. 306-682-3717, fax 306-682-3096, hilberthoney@gmail.com Humboldt, SK.

MUNICIPAL ROAD GRADER Operator and Mower Operator Positions. The RM of South Qu’Appelle #157 invites applications for the positions of Grader Operator and Mower Operator which includes all duties as assigned by Council. Resumes must be sent to: RM of South Qu’Appelle #157, Box 66, Qu’Appelle, SK. S0G 4A0. Phone: 306-699-2257, fax: 306-699-2671, email: rm157@sasktel.net Resumes must be received no later than February 29, 2012. Applicants should state experience, courses obtained in related safety courses, and salary expectations. The successful applicant will comence work ASAP. The council appreciates all responses, but only those called for an interview will be notified.

GRATTON COUL EE GRAIN ELEVATOR MANAGER WANTED by FW COBS, Loreburn, SK. This position is responsible for operating and maintaining the grain handling facility. This position will oversee and perform daily operations such as assuring proper grain storage, operating grain handling and processing equipment (grain cleaning equip., hammer mill, weighing, loading, unloading) and blending grain for proper loading. The applicant should be self-motivated, ready to perform manual labor, works well on their own and is mechanically inclined. Will train the right applicant. Salary negotiable according to experience. email to info@fwcobs.com Ph 1-888-531-4888 ext. 2 or fax resume to 1-866-738-9883. INNISFREE SEED PLANT requires person to fill a full-time position. Experience with seed cleaning facilities an asset, but are willing to train. For further information call Ed at 780-592-3875, Innisfree, AB. PROFESSIONAL SLEIGH/CARRIAGE driver for year round position at Sun Peake’s Resort, BC. Accommodations included. Good salary for the right individual. 5 years driving experience required. Ph 403-877-3456, joel@heritageranch.ca

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INNKEEPER WANTED! MATURE, semi retired couple needed for a small seasonal resort near Fairmont Hot Springs, BC, May through Sept., 2012. On-site accommodations provided with a possibility of winter housing included. Come experience the beautiful Columbia Valley! Call Cathy at 250-345-2164. www.timbersresort.com.

WE ARE EXPANDING across AB and SK with our products. We are looking for sales people with good people skills, self motivated, honest and reliable. You will need a pickup, trailer and a tractor for loading and unloading. For more info. call 250-690-7431 or cell 250-567-8731, ask for Ron or write: Box 117, Fort Fraser, BC V0J 1N0. Email: farmgate@bcgroup.net

P ea vey M a rt’s O p p ortunity W e are lo o kin g fo ran e n thu s ias tic As s is tan t M an ag e r/M an ag e rTrain e e w ho has the in itiative an d ab ility to g ro w w ith u s ,has a pas s io n fo r re tailan d a w in n in g attitu d e in a n u m b e ro fo u r s to re lo catio n s in Alb e rta an d Sas katche w an . Re g in a,Prin ce Alb e rt,Sas kato o n ,No rth Battle fo rd ,Le d u c an d Le thb rid g e . As an As s is tan tM an ag e r/M an ag e rtrain e e yo u w illb e re s po n s ib le fo rcre atin g an d m ain tain in g a po s itive s ho ppin g e xpe rie n ce fo ro u rcu s to m e rs thatb u ild s Pe ave y’s im ag e an d achie ve s g o als . F o rm o re d eta ils o n this po sitio n a nd to a pply plea se visito urw ebsite w w w .pea veym a rt.c om o ra pply d irec tly to m a rgos@ pea vyin d .c om

ROYAL WELL SERVICING Ltd., Lloydminster, AB is currently accepting applications for the positions of Slant Service Rig Drillers and Derrick-hands in the Lloydminster, SK.AB region. Group benefits available from day 1. Above industry average wages w i t h a d va n c e m e n t t h r o u g h t r a i n i n g achieved. Scheduled days off working with new “state of the art” equipment. Please fax or email resumes to 780-871-6908 or WATER TREATMENT PLANT Operator dpolinsk@telus.net Only successful applifull-time required by the Town of Pilot cants will be contacted for interview. Butte, SK. Class 2 or Class 1 Certification with 3 yrs experience. Resumes to include: Certification held, relevant work experience, salary expectation. References. Phone 306-781-4547. Send resumes to: Town of Pilot Butte, Box 253, Pilot Butte, SK, S0G 3Z0. Fax 306-781-4477. Email: pbprojectmgr@sasktel.net Deadline: 4:00 PM, Wed., February 29, 2012.

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ROYAL WELL SERVICING Ltd., Lloydminster, AB is currently accepting applications for the positions for service rig floor-hands for work in the Lloydminster, SK/AB region. Applicants must possess a minimum of 6 months floor-hand experience, have a valid drivers license and hold First Aid, H2S Alive, Fall Protection, GODI and TDG training certification. Starting wage @$27.00/hr with advancement through training achieved. Scheduled days off and group benefits available from day 1. Please fax or email resumes to 780-871-6908 or royalwel@telus.net Only successful applicants will be contacted for interview. ROYAL WELL SERVICING Ltd., Lloydminster, AB is currently accepting applications for Journeyman or Apprentice Heavy Duty Technicians. Duties will consist of maintaining a fleet of Detroit/Cat powered service rigs and related equipment. Work schedule will consist of 8 to 10 hrs./day w/overtime after 8 hrs, 5 days/wk. Group benefits available from day 1. Above industry average wages to the right individual. Please fax or email resumes to: 780-871-6908 or royalwel@telus.net Only successful applicants will be contacted for interview.

Vacuum & Water Truck Operators Needed Bulldog Vacuum Service Ltd. is an Oilfield company based in Mannville, Alberta since 1996. We are currently looking for experienced Vacuum & Water Truck operators for this up and coming season. Requirements are a minimum Class 3 license with air and a good drivers abstract also oil field tickets necessary. Successful candidates will have lodging supplied and a choice of work in Alberta, Saskatchewan or Manitoba. We strive for excellence and for that reason, our employees are an important part of our business and we offer top wages and an excellent benefit package. Interested parties please forward a copy of your resume, drivers abstract & oil field tickets to: Email: info@bulldogenergyservices.com Fax: 780-763-6472 Phone: 780-763-6473

JODALE PERRY CORP. is currently accepting applications from energetic and qualified individuals to join our Morden team for the following full-time position: CAD Specialist. The CAD Specialist is responsible for the design process in the development of new products at Jodale Perry. The CAD Specialist reports to the Engineering Manager/EIT. The ideal candidate will have experience and abilities in the following: Diploma in Engineering Design and Drafting Technology; CAD Software proficient - Pro Engineer would be preferred, but not required; Competent in Microsoft Office programs such as Excel; Competent in BOM maintenance in electronic database software; Manage design responsibilities according to scheduling plan provided by Design Mgr; Develop detailed lists of materials as per design; Provide Engineered Mechanical dwg. packages for mfg. purposes; Communicate effectively with production staff and CAD team. Excellent communication skills. Must be able to work independently and within a team. For more info regarding Jodale Perry Corp., visit our website at: www.jodaleperry.com Please send your resume along with references in confidence to: Jodale Perry Corp., 300 Route 100, Morden, MB. R6M 1A8. Fax 204-822-9111 email: darmstrong@jodaleperry.com We appreciate all applicants for their interest, however only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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The Surew ay C onstruction G roup offers a com petitive com pensation package as our em ployees are ensured of high earning potential and benefits. If you are interested in becom ing part of this exciting team please apply w ith a resum e. O nly qualified applicants w illbe contacted for interview .

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H R @ qlinetrucking.com or306-242-9470 BODYMAN/ PAINTER REQUIRED for truck repair and fabrication shop located in the foothills of central AB. 5 days/week. Steady year round work. Close to hunting, fishing and the mountains. Family owned business where you are not a number. Completive wages depending upon experience. Call 403-638-3934, fax resume to 403-638-3734, Sundre, AB.

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Q-LINE TRUCK ING Is expanding and looking for som e new people to join the team for our Saskatoon location. W e offer an excellent salary and great benefits. Truck/Tra iler M echa nics a nd W elders D escription: - D ay to day inspection, m aintenance, and installation ofvarious equipm ent including satellites - W ork in a team environm ent to keep allQ -Line equipm ent running properly Q ualifications: - M echanically m inded - H ard w orker as w ellas neat and organized - Experience in related field a definite asset To apply please em ailor fax your resum e to:

ROSS AG a JD Dealership is currently looking for an agricultural, lawn and garden Equipment Salesman. Applicants must possess strong computer skills, be energetic, self-motivated and have a clean driving record. Excellent benefit package. Please email resume: roger@rossag.com Fax 780-837-2085 Attention Roger, or mail PO Box 57, Falher, AB. T0H 1M0.

Farm/Feedlot Operation near Acme, Alberta has openings for highly motivated Mechanics (licensed or non-licensed) and Service Techs. Experience with heavy and agricultural machinery would be an asset. Excellent wages DOE, medical, dental, vision, disability, and paid holiday. Submit Resume to high21hr@hotmail.com fax 403-546-3709 or contact Mel @ 403-546-2278 Ext 5.

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GUERTIN EQUIPMENT SASK LTD. requires Golf and Turf Service Technician to join our team in Sasktoon, SK. Looking for an energetic self-starter that takes pride in their work. Must have excellent communication skills and mechanical knowledge. Should be able to perform repairs and preventative maintenance in a timely and responsible manner. Will assist in completing inspections and repair quotes. Must comply with operational and safety policies and procedures. We encourage those with experience with Golf and Turf to apply, but will look at all applicants. Fax resume to: 204-255-0454 or: aharasym@guertinequipment.com Attention: Andrew Harasym.

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OWNER/OPERATOR WANTED: Small company. Full-time, year round. Western Canada/Northwest USA. Fax resume to: 306-769-8809, call 306-862-8625 for info.

PASKAL CATTLE COMPANY is now hiring Class 1 Drivers for livestock hauling. Competitive wages. Canada/ US loads. Fuel/ safety bonus. Must have US clearance. Call Jim at 403-732-5641 or fax resume to 403-732-4856, Picture Butte, AB. Email: bgm5@telus.net

1A DRIVER WANTED TO haul oil and produced water in Flaxcombe, SK. area. Can provide housing. Call Pat 306-460-6024, fax 306-856-2077.

P&K FARM TRUCKING has openings for experienced 1A Super B grain haulers to haul in SK. MB, and AB. Competitve wages AL’S CUSTOM WORK, looking for leased and benefits. For more info. call Keith operators, Super B bulkers, hauling grain, 306-537-8457, Odessa, SK. fertilizer. etc. Year round employment in SK, MB and AB. Competitive rates. Phone 306-648-3523, Gravelbourg, SK. or email: als.custom@sasktel.net

WANTED IMMEDIATELY: Class 1A driver to haul fuel southern Sask. or haul oil southern Sask./ North Dakota. Good pay and benefits. Call Mike 306-354-7978, 306-354-7796, Mazenod, SK. SPEEDWAY MOVING SYSTEMS requires Owner Operators for our 1 ton and 3 ton fleets to transport RV’s throughout North America. We offer competitive rates and Co. fuel cards. Paid twice monthly- direct deposit. Must have clean abstract and ability to cross border. 1-866-736-6483. www.speedwaymovingsystems.com

Loca tion : Northern A B a n d BC W e a re s eek in g en thu s ia s tic, en erg etic, s k illed p ers on n el to com p lim en t a n d exp a n d ou r H ig hw a y M a in ten a n ce Tea m . If you en joy op era tin g in a tea m en viron m en t, w hile w ork in g on a va riety of cha llen g in g , ha n d s -on p rojects , you m a y be the p ers on (s ) w e a re look in g for. • • • •

Hig hw a y M a in ten a n ce S u p ervis or(s ) (S a la ry Pos ition s ) Hig hw a y M a in ten a n ce W ork ers M otorG ra d erO p era tors Eq u ip m en tO p era tors / S n ow Plow Drivers (W ork in g ou tofthe S tea m boa tw ork ca m p , tra ilerp rovid ed )

Ca n d id a tes w ith a p roven tra ck record , com bin ed w ith a p p lica ble ed u ca tion a n d field exp erien ce in hig hw a y m a in ten a n ce or con s tru ction w ou ld be p referred . Fu n ction a l com p u ters k ills a n d op era tin g k n ow led g e ofM icros oft O ffice s oftw a re a re a ls o a s s ets . Com p a n y-s u p p lied a ccom m od a tion s a n d Northern Livin g A llow a n ces a re fea tu res ofs elected “ n orthern / rem ote field ” p os tin g s . Plea s e in d ica te you r p referen ce for a n u rba n , ru ra l, or “ n orthern / rem ote field ” p os tin g w ithin ou rPea ce Riverreg ion op era tion s . La Pra irie offers top w a g es , ben efits , a n d s a fety p erform a n ce in cen tives for fu ll-tim e, p erm a n en tp os ition s .

Forw a rd you rres u m e to: M a n a gero f Hu m a n R eso u rces La Pra irie G ro u p o f Co m pa n ies Fa x: (403) 767- 9932 Em a il: ca reers@ la pra iriegro u p.co m

EXPERIENCED CLASS 1 Truck Driver needed for a busy gravel/ reclamation/ construction/ oilfield company. Competitive wages at a busy company located in Consort, AB, 403-575-7888.

WANTED CLASS 1A DRIVER to haul crude oil in the Kerrobert, SK area. Current safety tickets and experience an asset but will train the right person. Must be able to pass drug and alcohol test. Flexible schedule. Housing available. Home at night. Must be willing to work long days when reLOG TRUCK DRIVER for work in Athabas- quired. Phone Tim 306-834-7338. ca, AB. area. Accommodations provided. GROWING SOUTHERN AB trucking compaStarting at $32/hr. Year round work. Call ny urgently requires CLASS 1 DRIVERS. 780-525-2637, 780-212-0126, fax resume We require 2 yrs. experience in deck work, and current abstract to 780-525-2622. clean drivers abstract and drug testing. Applicants should be prepared for extended periods away from home and be able to enter into the US. We offer competitive wages (approx. $56,000 yearly paid on WANTED IMMEDIATELY: Class 3A and mileage rate), medical/dental benefits, 1A drivers, to haul water on drilling rigs. late model trucks and equipment and a Must have all safety tickets and clean ab- safe, close knit team environment to work stract. Experience preferred. Competitive in. Fax resume to 403-945-3613, or email wages. Fax resumes between 7:00 AM and Stew at stew@marlowesmithtrucking.com 6:00 PM, 306-826-5623, Marsden, SK. Lethbridge, AB. REIMER TRUCKING requires experienced Class 1 truck drivers. Ph 403-546-4190, or fax resume to: 403-546-2592, Linden, AB.

L a Pra irie W orks is a m em b er of the L a Pra irie Group of C om pa nies . W e ow n a nd opera te a fra c - s a nd /liquid s s tora ge a nd d is trib ution fa c ility in Da w s on C reek, BC . Opera tions a re und erw a y a nd w e a re s eeking outs trong c a nd id a tes for the follow ing full- tim e pos itions .

Pe a ce Rive r Re gion : Pro d u cts Term in a l S u pervis o r - Previo u s s u p ervis o ry exp erien ce req u ired . Ra il / s to ra ge/ d is trib u tio n b a ckgro u n d p referred .

Term in a l Pla n t Opera to r - Previo u s exp erien ce w ith b u lk m a teria l ha n d lin g, s ilo s to ra ge, ra il a n d tru ck d is trib u tio n p referred . W o rkin g a t heights m a y b e req u ired fro m tim e to tim e.

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Pla n t Fa cility L a b o u rers - Previo u s la b o u r exp erien ce in a p la n t / s to ra ge fa cility w o u ld b e a n a s s et. A va lid cla s s 5 d river’s licen s e is req u ired . W o rkin g a t heights m a y b e req u ired fro m tim e to tim e.

Dis pa tcher(s ) - Previo u s Dis p a tch exp erien ce a n d kn o w led ge o fco m p u ter-b a s ed d is p a tch s o ftw a re a re a s s ets . La Pra irie W o rks o ffe rs c o m pe titive a n d c o m pre he n s ive w a ge a n d b e n e fits pa c ka ge s . C u rre n tC S TS a n d S ta n d a rd Firs tAid C e rtific a tio n s a re c o n s id e re d a n a s s e t. PL EAS E DIRECT YOUR RES UM E TO: M a n a ger: H.R./S a fety & L o s s Co n tro l L a Pra irie Gro u p o f Co m pa n ies Fa x: 403-76 7-9 9 32 • Em a il: ca reers @ la pra iriegro u p.co m W eb s ite: http://w w w .la pra iriegro u p.co m /

LARGE MIXED FARMING OPERATION requires Class 1 driver. Located in central and West central Sask. May also consider a lease operator as well. Contact Lee 306-867-3046 or 306-962-3992. Email: lthansen@xplornet.com

RV HAULING: Saskatoon Hotshot Transporter now hiring 3/4 and 1 tons, for RV hauling throughout Canada and the US. Year round work, lots of miles and home time, fuel subsidies, benefits, excellent earnings. 306-653-8675, Saskatoon, SK. www.saskatoonhotshot.com

LEASED OPERATORS REQUIRED for RV transport with 1 ton pickup or 3 ton deck truck, US/Canada. Ph Dealers Choice Transport 780-939-2119, Morinville, AB.

GOSHAWK FARMS of Eaglesham, AB. is currently seeking Class 1 Drivers. Min. 3 yrs. Super B experience. Applicants must be clean, personable and have good aptitude for work. Local and Edmonton area fertilizer and grain hauling. Occasional deck work and machinery hauling. Housing avail. Fax resume/abstract: 780-359-2083.

MAC’S OILFIELD SERVICES LTD. is looking for VAC TRUCK DRIVERS in Bonnyville, AB. area. Up to date safety tickets are required, standard First Aid, H2S, and a driver’s abstract. Top wages will be paid for experienced operators. Fax resume to 780-573-1216 or call 780-812-1380.

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CLASS 1 DRIVER, to haul crude oil in the Provost/Hardisty area. Good wages and benefits. Current driver’s abstract, oilfield tickets and resume. Provost, AB, fax 780-753-3092, phone 780-753-0086.

Post-secondary diplom a or equivalent com bination of education and experience.10 or m ore year’s previous m anagem ent experience as a supervisor in underground pipe installation. Effective leadership skills w ith a strong focus on operations and business processes.

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EXPERIENCED COWBOY SEEKING ranch, horse training or lease riding work, full time or part-time. Call 403-715-8973.

5 to 10 years of estim ating experience in Water/Sew er and Earthw orks projects.Fam iliarity w ith com puter estim ating softw are and applications.Field Experience w ould be beneficialbut not a requirem ent. Minim um 5 years Personneland Hum an Resources experience w ith a focus on recruitm ent. Solid experience in recruiting for the heavy civilconstruction industry.

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Minim um 10 years experience in the Trucking Industry.A bility to m anage operations of the trucking division i.e.Heavy Hauling,Hydrovacing and Sew er Flushing.O versee Dispatchers for each division. The Surew ay Construction G roup offers a com petitive com pensation package as our em ployees are ensured of high earning potentialand benefits. If you a re interested in b ecom ing p a rt of this ex citing tea m p lea se a p p ly w ith a resu m e.

O nly qualified applicants w illbe contacted for interview .

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NOW HIRING Apply online at bigeagle.ca or Fax your resume to 780-672-0020

CLASS 1 OILFIELD DRIVERS NEEDED. Home every night - 9 on, 3 off shift, assigned truck, no two week holdback on pay, $85,000+ per year. Bill McColman Oilfield Hauling, Brooks, AB. Phone: 403-362-6707 or fax: 403-362-7822, email: tps0@telus.net

CLASS 1A DRIVERS WANTED for Canada/USA to haul SP farm machinery, oversized load experience an asset. Benefit plan avail. Fax resume to 306-776-2382. More info. call 306-776-2349, Rouleau, SK.

Post-secondary diplom a or equivalent com bination of education and experience.10 or m ore year’s previous m anagem ent experience as a supervisor in road building/heavy construction. Effective leadership skills w ith a strong focus on operations and business processes.

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LOOKING FOR LEASE OPERATORS to run the US out of Sask. A stepdeck trailer is required. 306-861-9362, Weyburn, SK.

OWNER OPERATOR SEMIS and drivers are require immediately for our RV and general freight deck division to haul throughout N. America. Paid twice/month direct deposit, benefits, subsidized insurance and company fuel cards. Must be able to cross border with valid passport. 1-800-867-6233, www.roadexservices.com

For ov er 38 yea rs, Su rew a y ha s esta b lished a rep u ta tion for d eliv ering ou tsta nd ing serv ice a nd p erform a nce to ou r clients. A s ou r com p a ny ex p a nd s w e a re look ing to fill the follow ing p ositions in ou r R oa d Bu ild ing H ea v y C onstru ction a nd W a ter a nd Sew er D iv isions.

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Chinese middlemen share big part of gov’t farm subsidies Producers take initiative | Group can take food from the field to the table in less than five hours BEIJING (Reuters) — Want a slice of the billions of dollars China spends each year on farm subsidies? Become a middleman and open a toll road. Operators of the vast network of roads that connect China’s fields to cities can earn gross margins of up to 90 percent, making them the most profitable of the supply chain middlemen who reap the most from China’s harvests. So while food prices soared 11.8 percent and China spent more on farm subsidies in 2011 than ever before, the 18 percent rise in average rural incomes still left farmers like Jiang Bo lagging badly behind their urban cousins. “Even when our vegetable prices are at their highest levels, we still do not make much money because there are too many middlemen in the supply chain,” said Jiang, a farmer in eastern China’s Shandong province who is considering swapping the fields for factories this year. Cutting logistics costs — 10 percent of the nation’s gross domestic product in 2010, double that of Japan — has been pledged for years in the government’s annual agricultural plan to increase rural income and spread harmony through society. It’s not easy, given that raising income for producers implies rising prices for consumers, and China’s leaders have vowed to fight inflation. “We must support direct selling, clean all kinds of charges and reduce the distribution cost of agricultural products,” premier Wen Jiabao wrote in an essay published in the magazine Qiushi in January. Central government subsidies for seeds, tools, other means of production and plant grains alone totalled $22.26 billion in 2011, up from $21.2 billion in 2010, while $15.6 billion has already been spent so far this year on grain subsidies. And that is just a part of the overall agricultural spending done by Beijing in a bid to keep farmers like Jiang tilling the fields while ensuring vegetable prices stay within reach of urban low-income families. A tax tweak for vegetable distributors abolished the 13 percent levy they paid from the start of this year. But it’s cutting the costs of the middlemen that offers most potential. An investigation by Hu Dinghuan at the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Science showed that the price of tomatoes rose from 31 cents per kilogram leaving the fields to 79 cents per kg at the warehouse door of supermarkets in 2007. “The distribution cost must be even higher nowadays because of rising fuel prices,” he said. The government is mulling a cut in highway toll fees and has already started a nationwide check on rampant charges at toll gates. China has previously suspended toll charges to curb inflation. When prices soared in 2008, the National Development and Reform Commission scrapped toll fees for trucks carrying fresh vegetables, driving down the annual rate of vegetable inflation from a peak of 46 percent in February to 22.7 percent in March. It was negative 2.1 percent by November that year. Zhao Yuzhong has his own way to cut through the middlemen. access=subscriber section=news,none,none

He and his fellow farmers on the northern outskirts of Beijing are pioneers in delivering fresh vegetables directly to city consumers, getting produce from field to table in fewer than five hours. “We now earn more than twice what we did before and our price is 30 percent lower than what the supermarkets offer,” Zhao said. The main challenge when they set up their firm in May was how to reach as many families as possible. Since then, the company has already broken even and Zhao reckons annual revenues could double to $317,500 in 2012.

Its transportation costs are now less than one percent of sales. Taking the initiative has put Zhao and his partners a step ahead of plans the government has to help farmers connect directly with big supermarkets and chain stores. Both Jiang and Zhao said the retailers charged high fees to sell farmers’ products, despite government support. Squeezing out the middlemen will not completely compensate for the seasonal price swings that can wipe out small farmers. Jiang suffered big losses selling her Chinese cabbage crop at two cents

per kg after a bumper autumn harvest. Prices in the summer were 22 cents per kg. “Vegetable prices are very seasonal. The best way is for the government to set a floor at times of oversupply, buy vegetables directly from us to build up reserves and release them later to even out price fluctuations,” Jiang said. “All the central government policies are very good. Yet we are not benefiting much.” Beijing is testing the idea of vegetable reserves, basing its plan on the experience it has had in managing

grain stores. But Dang Guoyin, a senior researcher at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, said China had limited room to increase farm subsidies and that urbanization would be a better way to raise rural incomes. China should make it easier for farmers to sell their produce directly at street lane stands or cut the cost of their access to urban vegetable markets, Dang added. “The higher the urbanization rate is, the more farmers earn and the narrower the urban-rural income gap becomes.”

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Range Life

A Photographic Journey of Western Culture in Southern Alberta | Patrick Price has been photographing the cowboy life and western culture for 30 years and has focused his camera on the people, events and the countryside that make up Western Canada. He is a longtime contributor to The Western Producer and his photos have appeared in magazines and newspapers throughout the world. These are images from his book Range Life. Price plans another photography book on rural life in southern Alberta called Plains, Grains and Elevators. For more information e-mail patspic@gmail.com or visit Pat Price Photography on Facebook, or www.amazon.ca.

TOP LEFT: Stampede Princess Kari Lammle feeds her llama a biscuit during the Calgary Stampede, July 1999. TOP RIGHT: Horses and riders stop for a cool drinkÂ during the Hooves of History cattle drive, September 1990. ABOVE: Lindsay Eklund and other riders lead their cattle down a dirt road near the L & J Ranch near Jumping Pound, 2003.

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TOP LEFT: Cowboy and bronze artist Mac MacKenzie lights his cigar with a torch December 1994. ABOVE: Lori-Anne Eklund, centre, and friends sit on the fence covering their eyes while watching a calf being branded on the Wineglass Ranch near Jumping Pound, May 1994. LEFT: Steer rider, Kenny Big Plume, hangs onto the fence pole as the steer crashes through the fence, scattering spectators. It kept on running through the parking lot at the Dog Pound Rodeo, July 2004. FAR LEFT: Maori women chant during the World Indigenous Peoples Conference near Morley, August 2002. CENTRE: Rancher Dennis Wearmouth bites into a prairie oyster during a branding at the Wineglass Ranch near Jumping Pound, May 1994.

ABOVE: September 1993: Jimmy Richards and his horse cast a shadow on the family’s barn as two cats watch the activity on the Devil’s Head Ranch. LEFT: Cowboys get ready to start their day as the sun rises during the Hooves of History cattle drive September 1990.

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Rural prob China’s urban-rural divide

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According to Dave Dzisiak, Commercial Leader for Oils North America, Dow AgroSciences Canada Inc., the results have been unprecedented. “Switching to heart-healthy oil has removed more than one billion pounds of trans fat and saturated fat from North Americans’ diets,” says Dzisiak. “Ultimately, that means the risk of heart disease, diabetes and increased health care costs have been substantially reduced.” The momentum continues to build with Frito-Lay coming onboard two years ago and beginning to use Omega-9 Oil in the formulation of its Canadian snack food products. According to Steven James, Senior Director of Purchasing, PepsiCo Foods Canada which

manufactures Frito-Lay products, there are a number of reasons why they decided to make the move. “Omega-9 Oils are stable so they consistently deliver on freshness,” he explains. “The oil is nutritional with very low trans and saturated fats. These are the attributes consumers are looking for.” He’s right. Omega-9 is one of the highest-performing canola oils in the world. It has a light, clean taste, zero trans fat, the lowest amount of saturated fat among oils and one of the highest level of heart-healthy monounsaturated fat. There’s another reason why Frito-Lay chose Omega-9 Oil. “Canada’s canola industry has grown, so there is a strong supply of Omega-9 Oil,” he says. “As a Canadian, I love the fact that we have the opportunity to source from right here in Canada. Not only does the oil come from Canada but so do the potatoes. It really is a win for us to be able to make this move.”

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lems continue to defy government’s solutions getting worse | Average incomes have risen, but urban workers continue to earn more than their countryside counterparts While leaders set targets to tackle rural poverty, migrants like Wang are well ahead of the politicians. They simply cut countryside ties and integrate into cities. “I don’t need to go home because my son is here,” said Wang. In just a generation, cities have become home to the majority of mainland China’s 1.35 billion people. But migrants lack access to many city services, in particular health services and schools, creating the danger that their children will become an under-educated underclass. The quasi-official schools that have sprung up for migrant children on the outskirts of towns are expensive, of poorer quality and shut out of the university exam system. Many children are left to stay with grandparents in the villages, where schools and clinics are far away and poorly equipped.

sell, creating a destabilizing class of landless poor. But farmers without title have no collateral to expand production and little protection when collective land is taken for factories, roads, housing or a local vanity project.

State-defined rates for land compensation are well below the market value, leaving villagers vulnerable to developers and officials who rezone and sell farmland. Even if land is not lost, wide swaths of Chinese soil and waterways are

contaminated by polluting factories and mines, damaging both productivity and health. “The problems of the countryside can’t be solved by picking a hot topic every year,” said rural scholar Tong Zhihui, currently on sabbatical at the

University of California, Berkeley. “They design it like a political mobilization campaign to make it easier to check progress on an area of weakness. But it doesn’t help to switch priorities every year because the problems are perennial.”

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COMING EVENTS Feb. 15-17: Western Barley Growers Association convention, Deerfoot Inn and Casino, Calgary (403-912-3998, wbga@wbga.org) Saskatchewan Stockgrowers Association meetings: Feb. 16: Community Hall, Elrose (Keith Day, 306-3752934; Brian Braun, 306-8594820; Ed Bothner, 306-8594602) Feb. 25: Mankota Hall, Mankota (Kelcy Elford, 306-355-2335; Larry Flaig, 306-266-2070) Feb. 17-19: Saskatchewan Equine Expo, Prairieland Park, Saskatoon (306-9317149, www.saskatoonex.com) Feb. 21-22: Western Canadian Holistic Management Conference, Gallagher Centre, Yorkton (Sask. Ministry of Agriculture, 306-786-1531) Feb. 28-March 1: National Invasive Species Forum, Ottawa (Barry Gibbs,

403-558-0144 or 403-850-5977, aipc.executivedirector@gmail.com) Feb. 29-March 2: AgExpo, Exhibition Park, Lethbridge, Alta. (403-3284491, events@exhibitionpark.ca) March 1: Manitoba Special Crops Production Day, Keystone Centre, Brandon (Man. Pulse Growers, 204745-6488, 866-226-9442) March 8-10: Peace Country Classic AgriShow, Evergreen Park, Grande Prairie, Alta. (Denise, 780-532-3279, denise@ evergreenpark.ca) March 9: Farm Focus, Boissevain School, Boissevain, Man. (Dale Banman, 204534-6303 or Rhonda Coupland, 204534-2010) March 15-16: Canola Council of Canada convention, The Fairmont, Washington, D.C. (Crystal Klippenstein, klippensteinc@ canolacouncil.org, 866-834-4378) March 17: South West Regional 4-H public

speeches, Legion Hall, Maple Creek, Sask. (Debbie Bauer, 306-662-2458, hdbauer@sasktel.net) March 20-22: Canadian Beef School workshop, A Look Under the Hide, Olds College, Olds, Alta. (Olds College, 800-661-6537, ext. 4677) March 22-23: Sask. Conservation and Development Association meeting and convention, Saskatoon Inn, Saskatoon (Merlin McFarlane, 306-322-2222, mcmer@sasktel.net) March 28: Contract Law for Personnel in the Energy Industry, University of Calgary, Calgary (Sue Parsons, 403220-3200, sparsons@ucalgary.ca, www.cirl.ca) March 29-31: Northlands Farm and Ranch Show, Northlands Park, Edmonton, 877-471-7472 For more coming events, see the Community Calendar, section 0300, in the Western Producer Classifieds. access=subscriber section=news,none,none

CATTLEMEN AWARDED DIAMOND JUBILEE MEDALS Two Albertans connected with the cattle industry were among 60 Canadians awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal. Travis Toews of Beaverlodge is president of the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association and was recognized for his dedication to agriculture and his support for farmers and cattle producers. He runs a family owned cowcalf operation and has served as a director with the Canada AgriFood Trade Alliance. He is also a designated member of the Society of Management Accountants. David Chalack, a Calgary area veterinary and past president of the Calgary Stampede, is a partner in Rocky Mountain Holsteins at access=subscriber section=news,none,none

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University of Saskatchewan researchers are closing in on a test that would make it easier to gauge bull fertility. Mary Buhr, dean and professor at the university’s agriculture college, has been working on sperm and fert i l i t y i s s u e s f o r s e v e ra l y e a r s, researching how to better preserve sperm for artificial insemination. That work has evolved into a project with a U of S team headed by Murray Pettit, which has identified a protein that they believe is a potential marker of fertility. Using that information, the team is trying to develop a test allowing beef and dairy producers to select bulls not just on their growth characteristics but on their ability to get cows pregnant. “We have the pregnancy test for women, right? We just sort of pee on a stick and you can tell whether or not you’re pregnant,” said Buhr.

“Wouldn’t it be nice if when we’re doing the breeding soundness exam for bulls, if we could just get a sample ... and if we could just run it through a quick stick test the same way?” The research project is one of six at the university to share $555,000 in funding from the Canadian Foundation for Innovation. The researchers’ first task is to find the protein, which Buhler said is tricky because “it comes in a number of different shapes.” She likened it to a large family. “Yeah I’ve got eight kids in the family ... but I want to know exactly which kid it is that’s the one that broke the window,” she said. The research funding will buy equipment and help the team reveal the culprit. Then they can develop the test, which Buhr estimated is three to five years away from commercialization. “There’s a number of different approaches that we’re going to be looking at,” she said. “It would be wonderful if we could

get to a pregnancy stick test, but I think that’s a few years further down the line than what we’re going to be doing right away.” She said the test would be a significant financial advantage for producers because it would help them make more efficient use of their open cows and breeding bulls. “That’s where the real benefit would come to the beef industry, because you would be able to know for sure that a new young bull is fertile,” she said. “Right now, the breeding soundness exam simply says, ‘yes, he has sperm, and yes, they’re swimming,’ “ said Buhr. “It does not tell you whether or not they’re capable of doing the job.” Buhr said the project could be expanded if the team is successful. They’ve looked at applying the research to pigs, but that work remains at a much earlier stage. “Obviously, if we get it nailed down in cattle, we’ll be looking at other species as well,” she said. access=subscriber section=livestock,none,none

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Issues surrounding bovine disease still baffle veterinarians BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Trichomoniasis is a bovine venereal disease transmitted through breeding that may not be noticed until cows start aborting calves. Andrew Lovelady, a veterinarian and professor at Auburn University in Alabama, estimates the disease, which is caused by a protozoa lodged in a bull’s prepuce, is present in 7.5 percent of cow herds in the American west. “We are going to see strung out calving seasons, we are going to see cows come back into heat and (pro-

ducers) are going to see money flying out the door,” he said. Twenty-three states have control programs, but the problem never completely goes away, Lovelady told the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s emerging issues committee during the group’s annual meeting in Nashville Feb. 1-4. The disease is transmitted during breeding and the cow develops a uterine infection. It aborts early in the pregnancy, has another heat cycle and may rebreed. Older bulls may become chronic carriers from one breeding season to the next while sires younger than

three years seem to be able to get rid of it. “There is a lot of argument as to why that is and why these young bulls seem to spontaneously get over it. We don’t know all the answers,” Lovelady said. Artificial insemination could be one way around the problem. “We talk about A.I. as a means to avoid this organism, but depending where you get your semen from, this organism freezes rather well,” he said. Late-term abortions are not common, although cows may have undetected uterine infections if they are not pregnancy checked. A cow can clear itself of infection and develop

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short-term immunity but not long enough to make it through the next breeding season. Less than one percent of cows become carriers. They get pregnant and manage to deliver a calf, but the infection remains in the cervix or vagina. Carriers could be a problem in large herds. No drugs are approved to treat it. Vaccination is available in the United States but not in Canada. To get a good sample for diagnosis, the bull should have two weeks of sexual rest to rebuild the trichomoniasis levels. Three tests will be done.

Material called smegma must be collected from around the prepuce and penis. This must be sent off as soon as possible for testing. It takes a laboratory five to seven days to culture the material, but false positives and false negatives can occur. A more expensive PCR test that looks at the DNA of the organism is quicker and accurate. Each state has at least one accredited testing labs and there are three in Canada. Alberta Agriculture reports that cases were confirmed last summer, so herds with potential risks should test bulls and take precautions to prevent it.

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Association hopes to spread BVD awareness Bovine viral disease a threat | Without a co-ordinated biosecurity plan, producers are putting themselves at risk BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Plenty of information is available about bovine viral disease, but it can be difficult getting common sense advice out to producers. Better known as BVD, it is an immune suppressing virus that leads to respiratory problems, abortions and possibly weak calves. “BVD is still on the radar screen for many ranchers, but there are other priorities,” says Dale Grotelueschen,

a veterinarian who chairs the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s BVD working group. How to raise awareness about animal disease was part of the committee’s focus during the NCBA annual meeting held in Nashville Feb. 1-4. Delegates heard that producers will need to be particularly aware of where they are buying replacements and the newcomers’ disease status if the national cow herd expands in the next few years. Fewer extension people and bovine vets are working in the industry and

not every producer belongs to a stockman’s association or other farm group where disease information is shared. “Not every disease will affect every individual producer, but producers need to know what the potential issues are,” said committee member Tom Talbot. Producers could unknowingly introduce problems such as Johnes disease, trichomoniasis or leptosporosis if they do not have a biosecurity plan. A large five-year project to raise producer awareness of BVD is near completion in Michigan. It was launched

in the upper peninsula region to work with producers on a voluntary basis to eradicate the disease. The United States has a national surveillance and eradication program and some European countries are attempting to be BVD free, but the Michigan project wanted to show that a regional, voluntary approach could work. The voluntary approach was used because past experience showed using regulations to clear up tuberculosis in the wild deer population failed, said Dan Grooms of Michigan access=subscriber section=livestock,none,none

State University. “In my mind, education is the key to any control program, and the more information you can provide, the more likely you will get control,” he said. Sixty percent of producers in the region became involved, and they were given information about biosecurity, vaccination, disease transmission and testing as well as practical ways to reduce their risks. “We wanted them to understand vaccination could work for BVD and a host of other diseases,” he said. The project covered 250 herds, or half the cattle in the region. About 18,000 were tested and 24 persistently infected animals were found. This would be consistent with the national average. The number may be small, but those few can inflict a lot of damage in a herd. The persistently infected calves were removed from herds and destroyed. The project also tested sheep, alpacas and 30 deer provided by hunters. The study found a particular strain of the virus traced back to a single cow at a state fair, where many of those who had the disease had attended. All state and county fairs in the area now demand negative BVD tests before entering the show.

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Another group of Lowline cattle is on its way to England from Canada. It’s the second such shipment of the little, black cattle from Big Island Lowlines in Sherwood Park, Alta. Three bred heifers and six heifer calves will be loaded Feb. 7 in Calgar y and flown to England via Amsterdam, said Barbara Gotaas. There has been good interest in the small cattle since a group of 10 was shipped there almost two years ago. “There has been quite a bit of interest in them and the breeder hopes to increase numbers so he can start showing,” said Gotaas. Lowlines were developed at an Australian research station from Canadian Aberdeen Angus stock exported to Australia in 1929. Over the years, three distinct lines of cattle emerged from the research program. In 1992, the Lowline breed was created and the first Lowlines brought to Canada in 1996. The animals must be declared leukosis free before the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and associated European Union agencies will finalize the paperwork for the animals export, said Gotaas. “It’s been quite a lot of extra paperwork.” access=subscriber section=livestock,none,none

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Hormones Small group makes the most noise: CCA president a concern for Cargill BY KAREN BRIERE REGINA BUREAU

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The effects of growth promotants in fed cattle are causing concern at Cargill, which operates one of the two major cattle processing plants in Western Canada. Steve Molitor, head of procurement for Cargill Meat Solutions, told cattle feeders at a Jan. 25 feedlot conference that aggressive use of hormone implants and beta-agonists will reduce the amount of top quality beef available to consumers. “What double A and Select was 10 years ago is not what double A and Select is today,” said Molitor. “We take the top tier of Select and we move it into a certain market, and so if you go into a regular retailer and it’s double A (beef), it’s probably the bottom double A and the eating experience is not near what it used to be.” Grow th promotants are used extensively in feedlots to increase the rate of gain so animals reach slaughter weight more quickly using less feed. Research has determined growth promotants can toughen beef, affecting the consumer’s eating experience. Molitor said beef will fail to deliver on the promise of taste and tenderness and demand will erode if growth promotants are used too aggressively. One feeder asked how feedlots could compete without using growth implants, given the narrow margins on which they operate. “I don’t have an answer for that one, at the end of the day,” said Molitor. He said packers will eventually give feedlots a signal on when or if to use implants, but that might take awhile. He encouraged wise use of implants, perhaps on higher quality animals so carcass grade loss won’t be as severe. Molitor said tight beef supplies are causing prices to rise, and consumers will reach a point where they won’t pay more for beef without guaranteed taste and tenderness. “We’re going to get prices very, very high and at some point (consumers are) going to make choices, if we’re going to be willing to pay that much for something that has a one out of two good eating experiences,” he said. “People will change their habits. We won’t eat as much beef tomorrow.” Meat scientist Sandra Gruber of Elanco told the conference that implants may be a necessity to economically produce enough beef to meet demand, but moderation will be key. “There’s different combinations, different products that we can use to help moderate or balance the benefit that we get from production efficiency without long-term beef demand detriment,” she said. Molitor also said maximum residue levels of growth hormones have been established by some countries, which limit export opportunities. However, production efficiency is a major driver in using growth promotants.

SASKATOON — Beware the tiny fraction of beef consumers who want to tell producers how to do their jobs, warned Canadian Cattlemen’s Association president Travis Toews at a recent industry event. He told the Saskatchewan Beef Industry Symposium that 99 percent of consumers want healthy, nutritious food at a reasonable price. He cited studies showing 95 percent choose traditionally grown food based on taste, cost and nutrition. Another four percent are lifestyle buyers. They choose luxury, gourmet, organic or local, he said.

But then there is the one percent of so-called fringe buyers. “They work with food bans, restrictions, propositions in the U.S. and Canada,” Toews said. “They work through lobbying our ministers to change our production practices, to limit the products we can use, to suit their food tastes. This is a risk for us as we look down the road in our whole regulatory framework.” Toews said agriculture has a global responsibility over the next several decades to grow 70 percent more food than it now does. Restrictions placed on production by a small number of people could put that in jeopardy.

He said the beef industry has made significant gains in sustainability. According to U.S. data from 1977 to 2007, land use per pound of beef produced dropped 33 percent, water use declined 11 percent, feed consumption decreased 19 percent and fossil fuel use declined 10 percent. “We have made real strides on the sustainability front and we need to tell the story,” he said. “But we could never have done it without access to cutting edge animal health and animal production products. We could not have done it without a regulatory framework that encourages and allows the use of those products and technologies.”

Steve Kay, editor and publisher of Cattle Buyers Weekly, said antibiotic use is constantly under pressure from people outside the industry. He also extended his warning to animal welfare practices and said the Humane Society of the United States is more dangerous than the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals. Kay said that group is seeking new targets, including branding, dehorning and castration. “Be prepared that anything could happen,” he said. The code of practice for beef cattle is being updated through the National Farm Animal Care Council, but the process is taking a while. access=subscriber section=livestock,none,none

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RYAN TAYLOR

fter a long hiatus from my old running days and marathon training, I’ve decided to lace up the sneakers and start pounding the gravel roads and trails around the ranch again. Why on earth would a guy run when there are so many other perfectly good modes of transportation out there? That’s a good question but it’s not the easiest one to answer. At six feet two inches and 180 pounds (soaking wet, after Thanksgiving dinner), I wouldn’t say I’m doing it to lose weight. It’s not that I don’t have perfectly good horses to ride or vehicles to drive that could get me from point A to point B. It’s not done with the thought that I might win the next marathon I enter and bathe in the fame and winnings as a world class athlete. Like other painful, physical challenges, I suppose I run because it feels so good when I stop. Kind of like beating your head against the wall, but better. There’s actually some science to the phenomenon of feeling good after you run. Something about endorphins, the name of an opiate protein in the brain that is short for endogenous morphine. It’s a legal, natural drug. When I was running marathons and shorter road races, I met more than a few runners who were recovering alcoholics, and thought to myself that running and its endorphins were certainly a healthier addiction than alcohol or drugs. And if a person knows they’re prone to addiction, better to have an addiction that makes your heart and lungs stronger than one that makes your body weaker. So I’m brave enough to go out running on our lonely countr y roads. I say brave because my only fear is that a neighbour will drive by while I’m running and they’ll slow down and razz me about being a jogger, especially for being a winter jogger. But on those rare occasions that they do catch me out running, they usually just smile and wave or laugh hysterically and wave or if they do slow down, they might drive alongside and visit with me. That’s a good thing because we seldom take enough time to visit with our neighbours these days, and it’s good to maintain conversation when you run because they say if you can talk conversationally and run, you’re maintaining the nearly perfect pace and heart rate. I like running. I feel better when I run. I burn off some stress and I think my clearest thoughts while I’m out there listening to my feet strike the dirt road. There’s little traffic where I run and few people. I suppose that’s why I am bound to run home when I turn around. There’s no one to pick me up access=subscriber section=livestock,none,none

and give me a ride even if I wanted one. A fellow runner from Sidney, Montana, had more traffic to contend with than I do and the vehicles didn’t all hold waving neighbours. She did not return from her morning run several weeks ago on a road a couple hundred miles west of where I live. Kidnapping, murder? The law is still learning what happened and they have two men in jail. What I do know is that in a couple days, I’ll be running with hundreds, maybe thousands, of other “virtual” runners to remember Sherry and the

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positive impact she had on her community as a mother, daughter, sister, wife, math teacher and friend. And she was a runner. We’ll all be looking for some endorphins to help us cope with the sad-

ness of this senseless crime and the loss of such a good woman from our neighbouring community. We’ll be thinking as we run, and I hope her family will feel the power of those thoughts and prayers that are

offered as our feet strike the earth in steady rhythm. Ryan Taylor is a rancher, writer and senator in the state legislature from Towner, North Dakota.

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alving health has changed considerably over the years due to better genetics and more hands-off handling. Newer, longer acting products as well as anti-inflammatory drugs help to get calves on their feet quicker and minimize relapses.

Daily treatments may still have a place in intensive care cases but the need is reduced significantly. It is easy to catch sick calves the first time. But as the treatment takes hold and they get stronger, catching them for further treatments can be difficult and cause stress. A lot of the treatments I suggest for calves are prescription products and you need a valid client-patient relationship with your herd veterinarian to obtain many of these products. Get your vet’s advice, show how the products are administered and get the tough cases examined. A “Pr” on the side of the bottle means it is a prescription product and most if not all new products on

Proper drug selection is critical in very young calves to protect gut bacteria

The new products are sometimes not recommended for young calves because they may take out the normal bacteria in the gut. This means drug selection becomes critical. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs that vets refer to as NSAIDs are being used with greater frequency in most calf diseases. They make calves feel better and help them get back on feed faster. The newest such product is Metacam, which has two days, effect with a single shot. When used to treat severe scours, the product helped increase calves’ appetite and weight gains were better. Subtle things like gas pains with scours were also reduced.

the market, are prescription. Young calves are pre-ruminant, which means that because they are on milk like a single stomach animal, the withdrawal times on the products may be altered. I believe that because slaughter is a long time off, withdrawal time in these cases is a bit irrelevant. The withdrawals for the mature cattle give us a guideline from which to work.

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This was always given along with the standard electrolytes and antibiotics, which accompany scours treatments. These ancillary treatments are an integral part of managing scours and other systemic illnesses in calves. On advice from their veterinarian, most producers will carry one form of NSAID with them in their treatment kit. Response times and recovery rates are greatly improved. The cost of treatment is low because of the calf’s small body size. Some products are delivered subcutaneous, some are intramuscular and others are intravenous so ensure you know the right delivery method for the product. I have found that unless a calf is older or bigger, there is not much muscle on the neck so I give intramuscular shots in the back leg muscles. I come in directly from behind. These are the semi-membranous and semi-tendinous (back thigh) muscles that are not the prime cuts. Also, there is no risk here of damaging the sciatic nerve, which can affect walking. This is the only time I give intramuscular shots in a location other than the neck. Have product ready and the correct needle size and length. For most intramuscular products in calves, I use an 18 or 20 gauge needle one inch in length. With many farms now employing later calving, cattle are spread out over greater acreage so it is often imperative to treat with longer acting products, or in severe cases, to bring the cow-calf pair in and treat daily. Calf catchers or good ropers work and it is beneficial if the calf doesn’t have to be caught again. One producer I know leaves a light lariat tied over the calf to help with daily treatment. When the next treatment time arrives, the producer drives his quad over the end of the rope. The calf is caught with a minimum of stress. There are long acting products specifically for pneumonia but one has a broad spectrum for both pneumonia and bacterial scours organisms. Excede lasts seven to 10 days in the system and has a low dose of 1.5 cc per 45 kg. It is administered in the ear like an implant. This product has been approved in the United States for injection at the base of the ear. Hopefully it will be approved in Canada. A lot of the previously effective scour products have been removed from the market and because scour tablets end up in the rumen, most veterinarians lean toward injectable products for quicker absorption. If treating coccidiosis, the older generation sulfa drugs are still effective. Coccidiosis hits calves when they are several weeks old when the rumen is becoming developed so the sulfa tablets (either daily or long acting) work fairly well. Consult your veterinarian every spring to check out the current treatment of scours and other neonatal diseases you could encounter on your farm. Death losses can be decreased with prompt treatment. It is gratifying to see a calf you pulled through in the spring become a healthy weaned calf.

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One Earth Farms plans to expand its crop and cattle operations in Saskatchewan and Alberta as the company eyes a possible initial public offering next year. Officials with the subsidiary of Toronto-based investment company Sprott Resource Corp. used a conference call with investors late last month to provide an update on its operations, including a plan to crop 100,000 acres this year. One Earth Farms created a splash in 2009 when it announced plans to partner with First Nations with the eventual goal of operating on one million leased acres. Chief financial officer Stephen Yuzpe said on the conference call that the company doesn’t have significant external financing needs for this year, but an IPO could help bankroll growth as the company expands. Yuzpe offered few details but said it’s a realistic move for the company, which in 2010 sold 15 million common shares at $1 per share in a private placement offering. “As I look at it, One Earth Farms is still a very young company, but they’ve been required to meet the public company disclosure standard that satisfies Sprott Resource Corp.’s reporting needs,” he said. “So I do feel confident that the management team could be ready to be public in fairly short order.” Crop operations have grown from 13,000 acres in 2009 to more than 90,000 in 2011, One Earth Farms president Larry Ruud told investors. One Earth Farms worked on 96,000 acres of cropland and 14,000 acres of grassland for its cattle business last year. The company made moves last year into northeastern Alberta,

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which is a key area because of its access to domestic and export markets, and northeastern Saskatchewan, close to processors and canola crushing. Twenty-five percent of the company’s operations are in northeastern Alberta, 15 percent in northeastern Saskatchewan, and 20 percent in eastern Saskatchewan. The other 40 percent is in southern Alberta where a good portion is under irrigation. “We continue to expand our geography,” Ruud said. “Expanding our geography aids in mitigating these risks by spreading our production over different climate zones and also by being able to grow crops that are specific to some of those climate zones, which in turn helps to mitigate some of the commodity price risks that we face in this

business.” One Earth Farms also made a deal for 29,000 leased acres in Alberta, two-thirds of which are privately owned. “Given the industry demographics, which points towards additional opportunities in the future for this, we were very much focused on completing this type of transaction in 2011,” said Ruud. He said yields were close to average in Alberta but didn’t match expectations in Saskatchewan, where the company was hurt by weather and “certain operational decisions.” “There’s other issues that we experienced and those were a combination of being on new land because of our extremely rapid growth, as well as … bringing on and acquiring a significant amount of new labour

into a business model that has never existed before,” said Ruud. The company’s cattle operations, first launched in 2010, grew and has targets of 8,300 cows and 4,300 yearlings and bulls for this year. Yuzpe told investors the company remains committed to transforming farming — “reversing the current model of buying retail and selling wholesale” — and will begin a project this year that could see it enter into yet another business. “We definitely see the potential for additional value creation through the development of branded food and branded food products,” said Yuzpe. The profit opportunities are much better than in farming. Ruud said the company has started a search for a president of product marketing and branding.

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and Saskatchewan’s Walker Seeds. In its third quarter filings, the company said it is committed to expanding its sourcing region for pulse crops outside of Canada and pursuing new product lines that fit with its existing operations. “It doesn’t mean we’re not open to opportunities in Canada as well,” said Austin. Meanwhile, work on the company’s $110 million US Pacific Coast Canola plant in Warden, Washington, is proceeding on time and on budget.

Pacific Coast Canola recently hired a vice-president of sales and marketing and a vice-president of seed procurement. The company intends to have canola supplies in place prior to the anticipated early 2013 launch of the facility. “We’re going to reach out far and wide,” said Austin. T h e p l a nt w i l l re q u i re a b o u t 380,000 tonnes of canola annually to produce 142,500 tonnes of canola oil and 227,000 tonnes of meal.

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Sask. plant closes Cargill Ltd. planned to close its Langbank, Sask., crop input sales facility Feb. 15. The company said the aging facility no longer effectively met the needs of the company and its customers. It will continue to work with customers through facilities in Balcarres and Yorkton in Saskatchewan and Elva and Oakner in Manitoba, as well as using alternate direct-to-farm service options. access=subscriber section=ag_finance,none,none

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MANAGEMENT | DELEGATING RESPONSIBILITY

Good entrepreneurs know when to put others in charge THE BOTTOM LINE

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The adage, ‘if you want it done right you have to do it yourself’ can lead to a business’s downfall

I was trying to keep spinning,” he says. “I was working 70 or 80 hours a week and trying to keep in contact with everybody. It’s natural to get into that mode where you think no one can do it better than you.” But eventually there wasn’t enough Pete to go around. The Bedford store grew to 125 employees, and that number doubled when he opened a second location in Halifax in 2004. So he hired a human resources manager and, to his surprise, discovered things didn’t go downhill. “I’ve always been one for blowing me own trumpet, waving the flag, and doing all the stuff I do to attract attention,” he says. “But over the last few years, the role

of leadership has passed from me to an incredible team. They’re doing a much better job than I could ever do.” Luckett had set the standard for enthusiastic, friendly service, but the HR managers had time to train staff and make them feel valued. “There’s a lot that goes into it,” says Luckett. “There are books written about this, which I have since found out about. It makes me shudder when I read them. It’s challenging for a smaller business when you’re working day-to-day, trying to get things done, and running around putting out fires. It’s hard to have that big-picture perspective and not say, ‘do that. Do it now. Do it fast. And don’t answer back.’ ”

Stepping back allowed Luckett to buy a farm in Nova Scotia’s Gaspereau Valley and start Luckett Vineyards, which has a store and bistro that employs 25 seasonal workers. It’s more plates to spin, but personnel management won’t be one of them. He recently signed up two of his three year-round managers for government-subsidized HR training. “It’s a week-long workshop worth about $10,000, and you can get it for about $400,” says Luckett. “Ten grand of human resources training is a giant lump of goodness, in my mind. I wish I could go.” If your farm enterprise has you feeling stretched, you might want to follow Luckett’s example. Many entre-

preneurs think personnel management can’t be delegated, even when they don’t have the time to do a proper job of it. Luckett disagrees. “Every businessperson I run into says, ‘oh Pete, you can’t get good people,’ ” he says. “Maybe it’s true, but you can create and develop them. And that doesn’t happen by accident. There has to be a driving force that makes that happen.” If you can’t be that driving force, maybe it’s time to develop one. Archived columns from this series can be found at www.fcc-fac.ca/learning. Farm Credit Canada enables business management skill development through resources such as this column, and information and learning events available across Canada.

ete Luckett could be a poster boy for entrepreneurship. He’s not only created a multimillion-dollar business from scratch, but had a blast doing it. The founder of Pete’s Frootique is a marketing whiz who lives by the motto, “if you can make them smile while taking their money, you’ve got it made.” He learned the fruit-and-veg trade as a 16-year-old in his native Nottingham. Despite 30 years in the Maritimes, his lilting English accent is undiminished and his energetic enthusiasm never flags, which are two reasons why Luckett was able to go from an 1,800 sq. foot stall in a mall in Bedford, N.S., to a fullfledged grocery 10 times that size in just a decade. Appearances on local TV shows made him a household name, which led to a successful sideline business as a motivational speaker. Luckett has travelled North America, talking about how to turn customers into “raving fans” and also about what he considers the basis of his business: a workforce that performs what he calls “the magic.” “To attract customers, the first thing you have to do is attract staff and create a destination workforce,” he says. “Being an attractive employer should be one of the ultimate objectives of any business.” For a long time, Luckett was able to manage that, along with everything else in his frantic work week. “You’d be amazed how many plates access=subscriber section=ag_finance,none,none

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CONFERENCE BOARD OF CANADA | POLICY

No shortage of ag strategies Multiple discussions | Several industry associations making plans, but groups must work together for producers, says farmer BY BARRY WILSON OTTAWA BUREAU

Delegates at a Conference Board of Canada national food conference in Toronto were treated to an array of food to sample and snack, including this display of locally baked bread products. | BARRY WILSON PHOTO

TORONTO — If there is a growth industry in Canadian agriculture these days, it is in the crop of national agriculture strategies being planted by a variety of policy groups. No fewer than four groups are working on proposed strategies and the federal government has committed to adopting its own strategy in the future. Meanwhile, Canadian agriculture ministers and their officials continue

to negotiate the details of the next five-year national agricultural program to take effect April 1, 2013, effectively excluding any impact on the as-yet-unfinished strategies before 2018. During a Feb. 8 speech to a Conference Board of Canada conference on its attempt at creating a national food strategy, Toronto-area farmer Peter Lambrick said that parallel strategies are being developed. They will be useful only if there is co-ordination between the conclu-

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There is collaboration now with CFA representatives working with both CAPI and the Conference Board on their work. Last week at the Conference Board food conference, CAPI chair Gaetan Lussier was a speaker and a regular presence. But he said it is important that the parallel food strategy efforts in the end collaborate to produce a cohesive plan. “Other w ise, government can pick and choose or do nothing,” he said. Lambrick, who farms in Campbellville on the edge of Toronto, is a leader in producing a 10-year agricultural action plan for the Toronto and southwestern Ontario area that will be unveiled in early March. He said work on that project involving municipalities, business and farmers have convinced him that “food really does connect us all.” And he said a clear message is that farmers, like everyone else, must be profitable if any strategy is to work. “There must be profitability within the chain for everyone,” he said. “That is viability.”

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FOOD POLICY | CONFERENCE

Political leadership demanded for ag Challenges ahead | Former deputy agriculture minister says further innovation is required for Canadian Food industry to prosper BY BARRY WILSON OTTAWA BUREAU

The chair of a federally supported agriculture policy council and former federal deputy agriculture minister said governments are failing to provide the political leadership needed to transform the Canadian food industry. Gaetan Lussier, chair of the Canadian AgriFood Policy Institute, told a Conference Board of Canada national food policy conference Feb. 8 that the Canadian food industry must innovate if it is to meet future challenges of producing more food that is safe and nutritious for a growing population. “We have the capacity in Canada to be the Garden of Eden,” he said. But the country lacks a coherent food policy that creates the regulations and conditions to help the industry grow, said Lussier, deputy agriculture minister in Ottawa from 1977 to 1982. “What is missing is political leadership,” he said. Several years ago, CAPI suggested that Ottawa create a cabinet committee on food issues that would include ministers whose policies affect the sector. Lussier said the government rejected the advice. “What is missing is a common table for all these people to compare what they are doing with others,” he said. “The silo mentality is still there and I may have been part of it in the past when I was in Ottawa. We need to have a totally different approach. We suggested a cabinet committee on food. I was told no.” Lussier said Canada has been shielded from pressure to change by high commodity prices in recent years. However, the world market and industry is changing “and Canada is not there.” He said there is endless talk about regulatory and labelling changes that would help the industry, including the need for farmer profitability. “ We t a l k a l o t b u t w e a re n o t embarking on a framework that will become useful and helpful for change,” he said. Lussier also bemoaned the lack of federal emphasis on agricultural research. During his time in Ottawa with then-agriculture minister Eugene Whelan, building up Agriculture Canada’s research capacity was a priority. That is no longer the case, say industry lobbyists. Last week during a trade trip to China, Grain Growers of Canada representatives used time with agriculture minister Gerry Ritz to plead for more funding for basic research projects. “It really is our main priority,” said GGC executive director Richard Phillips. “The government needs to step up with more support for basic research. We are suggesting ways they can find more money.” Lussier said the lack of current access=subscriber section=farmliving,none,none

research support is troubling. “I think it is a worrisome trend,” he said. “We are sliding further and further away from being supportive of change because science needs to be present before change takes place. I think presently we are going in the wrong way.”

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Business owner back in saddle after fire Cherry Lane Equine | Riding stable owners rebuild to provide instruction in horsemanship, jumping and dressage BY SHANNON MONEO FREELANCE WRITER

SOOKE, B.C. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been more than a year since fire destroyed Cherry Lane Equineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cedar barn, but owner Janine Wittich still canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hold back the tears, remembering how calm the horses remained during the ordeal. On Oct. 26, 2010, on the eastern outskirts of Sooke, a lamp broke in the brood hut, lighting the shavings and soon spreading to the nearby barn. The chicks were lost but the horses, who were all housed in outside shelters, survived. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There was so much commotion but the horses just stood and waited. They could have run blind but they seemed to know we were coming to get them,â&#x20AC;? said Wittich, who had just arrived at her Sooke home from the farm when she got a call that her barn was on fire. Because the business fronts a busy highway, almost 100 people stopped to watch or try to help. Only a few people knew exactly what to do around the skittish horses, who could easily have run into the burning barn or galloped into some of the unwitting Good Samaritans, Wittich said. Three fire trucks pumped more than 75,000 litres of water on the blaze, which produced flames taller than the nearby 30 metre high trees. But there was no stopping the destruction of the wood barn. An excavator knocked over the walls into a burning heap, containing the fire. When the smoke cleared, Wittich said she and her husband Doug, really had to think about whether to rebuild. access=subscriber section=farmliving,none,none

ABOVE: Cherry Lane Equine of Sooke, B.C., built a fir barn to replace the cedar one that burned to the ground in October 2010. LEFT: Cherry Lane Equine owner Janine Wittich with her horse, Forreste, a half Hungarian warmblood and half New Forrest pony.

Wittich grew up in Three Hills, Alta., on a mixed farm. She rode as a young girl but her father later sold the horses. By 1992, Wittich had moved to Sooke where she and Doug raised three children, Sean, 23, Kelsey, 21, and Kelby, 17. In 2000, she started to teach riding and by 2006, she opened her own business. Wittich quickly outgrew the rented property and in 2008, she and Doug bought the 3.3-acre piece of land with the barn that became Cherry Lane Equine, named after Wittichâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s former bed and breakfast business. Plenty of renovations and new construction followed. Paddocks, using wood from the property, were built and the barn was fixed. So, when faced with a complete rebuild, Wittich found the prospect daunting. But by January 2011, a Sooke company began construction on a new barn. By June 2011, the eye-catching barn, with a fir exterior, metal roof and fir and plywood interior, was

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finished, built on exactly the same footprint as the former structure. Again, the horses impressed Wittich. Nail guns, compressors and other loud sounds were a constant. During six months of work, the horses were good, never getting spooked or causing problems, she said. Insurance coverage only paid the cost to build the barn that had existed. In the end, insurance covered about half the expense of the new, approximately $1 million barn. The bigger price tag was in part due to expensive upgrades demanded by building codes and bylaws. All electrical cables had to be â&#x20AC;&#x153;armoured,â&#x20AC;? which means covered in metal at three times the cost of regular wiring. The rodent-proofing is necessary where rats are abundant. Lights also had to be waterproof, another pricey demand. The new barn has four stalls where horses who are ill or being groomed for shows will be temporarily lodged. A full washroom, locker room, Wittichâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tack room and an office com-

plete the barnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ground floor. Upstairs, Wittich has created a lounge with kitchen, seating area and outside deck. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want to be very family-oriented,â&#x20AC;? she said. Cherry Lane has about 50 riders, which includes seven boys, 14 women and about 28 girls. Wittich recently hired instructors to join her. At Christmas, Cherry Laneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s equestrians went carolling, entered a float in the Santa parade, decorated the barn and enjoyed a festive potluck meal. Wittich hopes to recreate that missed feeling of community. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Here at Cherry Lane, you can just drop in,â&#x20AC;? she said. While her riders compete in hunter/ jumper and dressage events, competitions are not Cherry Laneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s primary focus. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want to introduce people to horses and horsemanship,â&#x20AC;? Wittich said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We also do a bit of therapeutic work.â&#x20AC;? Some riders are mid-life women who are either coping with the empty

nest syndrome or looking for meaning to life. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Horses have that ability to connect with them. They get a sense of peace here,â&#x20AC;? she said. Also of interest is the number of young boys who come to ride, something not usually found at riding rings. Wittich said all it takes is for one or two boys to start and others follow. She has also noticed that dads, who appreciate the lounge, often bring their children to Cherry Lane. She and Doug have just added two miniature horses to their stable. The animals, who can be house trained, are from a horse rescue society and will be used for in-hospital therapy. But the barn is the show-stopper. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People driving by do stop and say how nice the barn is,â&#x20AC;? Wittich said. And locals appreciate that the land, which could be developed into housing, has been left as a farm. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want Cherry Lane to be a community centre where people can have a taste of farm life,â&#x20AC;? Wittich said.

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ALBERTA | FARM TO PLATE STRATEGY

Program aims to preserve homegrown products BY SUSAN HODGES FREELANCE WRITER

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people they have never known before, they are meeting people outside of their silo and they are starting to see people have different issues. “The type of people who are coming to these workshops are the type of people who are prepared to have the mindset that they can solve these

An Explore Local Initiative workshop on Jan. 30 brought together producers, government and industry. | SUSAN HODGES PHOTO

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VERMILION, Alta. — Producers who have talked about farm to plate food strategies for years are excited about a new government initiative in Alberta. The program, called the Explore Local Initiative, will focus on putting Alberta food into Alberta mouths. Bill Reynolds, facilitator of the initiative with the provincial agriculture department, said the government will listen to farmers when developing the program. “The end outcome of all this input is that we, as a government, use this to support the development of a vibrant local food economy. We need to know what our best role in supporting that is. “We need to know if there are any barriers we need to remove that are preventing people from accomplishing what they want to do in building that local food system,” said Bill Reynolds, facilitator of the Explore Local Initiative with Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development. “It is two things, taking down and removing barriers and also providing the support where it makes sense for us to get involved. We need to know how we can better encourage partnerships and collaboration between different types of players in the food system.” Those at the meeting talked about new business models, regulatory compliance, storage and distribution, production management, regional processing infrastructure and collaborative marketing and buyer awareness. As well, a previous needs assessment for local food policy development identified six key issues: • a profitable local food system requires new marketing and financing approaches that do not presently function effectively within the existing global food system business model • existing supply and purchase distribution/logistics systems are primarily set up for large volume travel and not for relationshipbased operations with multi-visit, small volume travel • local food system players are disconnected, which leads to a lack of collaboration along the value chain and results in missed marketing opportunities • continued business consolidation and reduction in local control of processing infrastructure reduces the effectiveness of the local food system and its ability to grow • seasonal local food providers and the supply expectations of the direct marketing, food service and retail system do not align • food marketing, tax and zoning regulations hinder non-export focused, small to medium scale food enterprises from starting up, staying and expanding in the local food system Reynolds said the meetings have been positive and will help Alberta Agriculture set direction. “The key thing is helping us set direction. Where we are going to put our resources in order to support local because we know that we want to support it,” said Reynolds. “At the same time, people have met other

things by themselves with the help of community or at a regional level. There is less relying on government or looking to government to support what they want to do. I think that is exciting for me.” The Vermilion meeting was the last of five and Reynolds said the department will now interview 30 agricultural and food associations. As well, producers who didn’t attend the meetings will still have an opportunity to express their opinions through a webinar. The webinars are scheduled to be online in March and available for a couple of weeks. For more information, call 310-FARM in March.

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Balancing family, farm and work Defying stereotypes | Trimble-Olson gets by with a little help from her family BY ANNE COTE FREELANCE WRITER

Rae Trimble-Olson is one of a handful of women running her own farm in Manitoba. She is a grain farmer near Portage La Prairie, Man., where she lives with her husband, Jim Olson, but she didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t set out to farm. After graduating from university in 1993, she quickly discovered it wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t easy to find work despite her education. Trimble-Olson holds an agriculture degree from the University of Manitoba and a masters degree in

Rae Trimble-Olson helps feed cattle on the the Portage La Prairie, Man., farm. | ANNE COTE PHOTO

horticulture from the University of Alberta. Trimble-Olson returned to farming as a way to earn a living. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t intimidated by the men,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My parents never said I shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do something because I was a girl, so I guess I was always confident in my own choice of vocation. It just didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t occur to me that I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t farm.â&#x20AC;? Trimble-Olson learned about farm chores on her parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; dairy farm. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As a kid, I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get a regular allowance. Our parents would pay us based on the chores we did. So weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d fight over who got the most chores,â&#x20AC;? she said.

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When a neighbour later offered her a job on his farm, Trimble-Olson went to work. When that farmer was ready to sell land, Trimble-Olson made an offer. Trimble-Olson sold that land last year but still grows grain on 300 rented acres. She also works for AgCall where she monitors canola trials. As a full-time farmer and mother, Trimble-Olson has learned there are a limited number of hours for things like equipment repairs. She replaces belts as needed but hands over the more complicated jobs to a local farm equipment mechanic. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do everything,â&#x20AC;? she said. Trimble-Olson said a woman shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need to own her own land or livestock or drive trucks to be considered a farmer because many work as full partners on farms with family. She can still make a sizable contribution to the profitability of the farm, she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My mom never did any dairy stuff. She was a nurse. She nursed. But she kept the books and probably kept us solvent,â&#x20AC;? Trimble-Olson said. Trimble-Olson has learned the importance of community involvement and currently sits on a number of boards. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Volunteerism is hereditary. I got it from my dad.â&#x20AC;? It was her dad who first introduced her to the Keystone Agricultural Producers organization. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I went to the (Keystone Agricultural Producers) annual meeting with my father â&#x20AC;Ś years ago and got recruited to serve on a board,â&#x20AC;? said Trimble-Olson, who has served as an executive member of the KAP District 6 board. Like Trimble-Olson, Olson also volunteers. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been involved in 4-H and the local agricultural society for about 20 years. All four of their children have participated in 4-H. The couple juggles the farm and childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s school and extracurricular activities with help from family. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The grandparent help is invaluable,â&#x20AC;? she said. When sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not seeding, harvesting or managing the household, Tr imble-O lson helps out w ith Olsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Charolais cattle. Olsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s farming career evolved much like his wifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. He didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t plan to raise Charolais cattle at first, but he and his father did some research into the breed 25 years ago. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We decided they were the ones for us,â&#x20AC;? Olson said. He has a 100 head cow-calf operation and sells Charolais bulls. The couple sits on the Manitoba Charolais Association board. Olson, who works full time at Agrium, said the two farm businesses are separate entities. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That being said, we encourage and help each other in both,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Trimble-Olson is always there when I need a hand.â&#x20AC;? Looking ahead, neither parent is pushing their children into farming. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If they are truly interested and keen I would support them becomi n g f a r m e r s, o r a t l e a s t b e i n g involved in the agricultural business,â&#x20AC;? Olson said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I believe there are many opportunities in Â this business that can provide worthwhile lifestyles to young people today.â&#x20AC;?

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HEALTH | TRAVELLING

WORKPLACE | RETIREMENT

Bed bug warning

A proper goodbye for a respected colleague SPEAKING OF LIFE

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how much of an impact he has had both on me and on the other guys in the shop. What can we do to let him know how much we appreciate him?

A: JACKLIN ANDREWS, BA, MSW CLARE ROWSON, MD

I am going to take a vacation in Florida and I was told that the hotels there often have bed bugs. Can you give me some advice on how to avoid them and how to stop them from getting into my house?

One of the fellows with whom I work is going to retire in the spring. We have a great workplace and I am certain that our company will have an evening planned to honour and celebrate him. But that does not seem to be enough. I want this man to leave knowing

The answer to your question is simple. You just have to listen to him. Neither expensive trinkets nor long-winded speeches of gratitude will let your colleague know his importance. Instead, give him the opportunity to share the wisdom he has cultivated after his years of working. Let me refer you to a great book, The Last Lecture, by Randy Pausch. The circumstances in this book are different from those of your colleague. Your friend is leaving his company in reasonably good health

and looking forward to rewarding times after he has retired. Pausch wrote his book shortly after being told that he was terminally ill. He had something important he wanted to say before he died and that is why he chose to write the lecture. Each of us has a gem of wisdom we would like to share with those who are important to us. Giving your friend and colleague an opportunity to share with the rest of you what he has learned over the years is a powerful opportunity to let him know how important he is to all of you. Not everyone is going to be as comfortable as Pausch was standing in front of a group of people to deliver his lecture, or to write it out so that it can be

published. Your friend might be more comfortable talking to a small group of guys in front of a coffee pot or he may be more relaxed just spending quality time with each of you, one-to-one. Whichever way he chooses, his messages to you are important. Anyone who has the respect of so many friends at the workplace has a lot to share with you. If you give your workmate this one time to share his thoughts with you, you will have given him a retirement commemoration he will never forget. Jacklin Andrews is a family counsellor from Saskatchewan. Contact: jandrews@ producer.com. access=subscriber section=farmliving,none,none

It is a fact that bed bugs are making a comeback, not just in warm places like Florida but in Canada as well. It does not seem to matter whether the hotel is fancy or not. There is a risk you will come across these unpleasant insects. In the last 10 years, the bed bug population in North America has jumped to 100 times the number found in 1990. Bed bugs are small, rust coloured wingless insects about the size of an apple seed. They do not stick around on your body for more than about 10 minutes, long enough for them to have a meal of your blood. They prefer to live in dark places and hide in clothing, bedding, mattresses and upholstered furniture. Edmonton entomologist Robin Leech said these insects are brought into this country in clothing and towels imported from warm countries such as Indonesia, China and India. He suggests putting newly purchased items into the dryer for about 20 minutes. The heat will kill the eggs as well as the adult bed bugs. Also, check the bedding in hotel rooms and have a good sniff of the room. Bed bugs have a distinct, acrid smell. Look at cracks in the wall. If there are small, dark “speck-like” dots on the sides of the cracks, there are bed bugs present. Next, put your suitcase on top of the metal fold-out stand provided for this. Check the mattress, especially along the seams. When you get home from a vacation, you should place your clothes into dryer as suggested above. If your college kids are coming home for a visit, place their clothes in the dryer also. If bed bugs do infest your house, you will need to contact a professional pest control company to kill them because most pesticides do not work. access=subscriber section=farmliving,none,none

Clare Rowson is a retired medical doctor in Belleville, Ont. Contact: health@producer.com.

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BAKING | COOKIES

Biscotti: an Italian treat perfect for dipping and dunking 1 c. almonds, 250 mL coarsely chopped

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hen gathering with family and friends for an evening visit, it is nice to serve a cookie or treat with the coffee or tea. For those who like to dunk their cookies, biscotti are a tasty alternative.

ALMOND BISCOTTI Biscotti are twice-baked Italian biscuits, first baked as a loaf, then sliced and baked a second time. The cookies are sweet and crunchy and perfect for dipping into a hot beverage. This recipe makes about 84 cookies that store well in the freezer and will warm to room temperature while the coffee is being made. 2 3/4 c. 1 1/2 tsp. 1 tsp. 1 1/2 c. 2 2 6 tbsp. 1 1/2 tsp.

all-purpose flour 675 mL baking powder 7 mL salt 5 mL sugar 375 mL eggs egg yolks butter, melted 90 mL finely shredded orange or lemon zest (peel) (optional)

Preheat oven to 325 F (160 C). Lightly grease two cookie sheets or line with parchment paper. Set aside. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt and sugar. Make a well in the centre of the flour mixture. Put the eggs and yolks in a bowl and beat slightly. Pour the egg mixture into the well and stir. Add butter and orange or lemon zest if desired. Stir until dough starts to form a ball. Mix in almonds. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface, then divide into three equal portions. Shape each portion into a 14-inchlong (35 cm) log. Place logs about three inches (8 cm) apart on prepared cookie sheets, flatten logs slightly until about 1 1/2 inches wide (4 cm). Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until firm and light brown. Remove from oven and place cookie sheets on wire racks. Cool 15 minutes. Transfer logs to cutting board. Use a serrated knife to cut each roll diagonally into 1/2-inch (1 cm) slices. Place slices, cut sides down, on cookie sheets. Bake for 10 minutes. Turn cookies over, bake 10 to 15 minutes more or until crisp and golden brown. Transfer to wire racks and let cool. To store, layer the slices between sheets of waxed paper in an airtight

container and cover. Store at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for up to three months. Variations: HAZELNUT BISCOTTI Substitute one cup (250 mL) chopped hazelnuts for the almonds and use the orange zest option. PISTACHIO BISCOTTI Substitute one cup (250 mL) chopped pistachios for the almonds and use the lemon zest option. CASHEW-CHOCOLATE BISCOTTI Substitute 1/2 cup (125 mL) chopped cashews and 1/2 c. (125 mL) finely chopped bittersweet chocolate for the almonds and omit the lemon and orange zest. LEMON-WALNUT BISCOTTI Substitute 1 1/2 c. of chopped walnuts for the almonds and increase the shredded lemon zest to three tablespoons (45 mL). Adapted from www.bhg.com/recipe/cookies/almond-biscotti. Betty Ann Deobald is a home economist from Rosetown, Sask., and a member of Team Resources. Contact: team@producer.com.

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0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 1.9 0.0 1.1

35.1 26.3 23.4 10.1 9.5 33.6 38.0 24.7

52 36 32 14 12 42 50 32

-15.6 -20.0 -6.0 -9.2 -18.1

1.0 0.3 0.3 0.0 0.6

101.3 106.5 38.0 36.5 130.6

62 115 41 28 70

BRITISH COLUMBIA Cranbrook Fort St. John Kamloops Kelowna Prince George

3.1 6.4 6.7 6.6 3.6

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

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